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Joel Antunes
- Other
- Atlanta, GA
About this business
JOEL Restaurant is a French bistro that is owned by Joel Antunes, one of the best chefs of the James Beard Foundation. It specializes in French cuisine and features European-style decor. The restaurant s menu includes a variety of appetizers, side dishes, entrees and desserts. JOEL Restaurant additionally offers a selection of wines, such as zinfandel, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Its bar menu includes white anchovies, Spanish almond macarone, Parmesan sable and varieties of beer, i... read more
Location details
3290 Northside Pkwy NW, Ste 120, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Everything you dreamed it would be – We had finished our errands early and showed up 1 hr early for our resvr. Said we could sit at the bar but they promptly sat us. Server was very eager to explain the menu and get us our drinks. We had the lentil soup and the mushroom, riziotto pastry. Both were like nothing you ever tasted before, excellent. Next we had the skirt steak and scallops. Everything just melted in your mouth. Interesting flavors and the best quality ingreidents. Would go again in a second. I do recommend though... read more
Come for the food: Chef Joel Antunes hits every note perfectly with his inspired French menu. – The Scene Anyone who has eaten at Joel in the past will hardly recognize the place. The once cavernous dining room has been halved in size and warmed up with dark-stained hardwoods, plush upholstered banquettes and an intimate bar. One glimpse of the towering wine rack that dominates an entire wall, and the 30-page wine list makes sense. Though the updated decor lacks the modern panache of the original, it certainly is cozier and ... read more
Great wines. No. The best wines... – Probably my next favorite restaurant after Bacchanalia. The key draw for me is the wine. There are few restaurants in the country that have two sommeliers on staff each shift. I describe the wine experience I am looking for (body, character, etc) and I encourage them to surprise me with something new. I have only been disappointed once out of about 20 occasions. I have never paid over $60 for a bottle and I have enjoyed some fabulous wines. Their wine list is impressive, probably one of, ... read more
Fantastic French Cuisine & Ambiance – I am a Francophone, not a true Frenchie. That is only to say that my adoration of Joel is purely from an American standpoint. I am amused by some reviews - you have to know why you are coming here. Come here to enjoy in the ambiance, revel in the experience which is far from hurried, but how could you want anything less from a true French gem? I have experienced Joel with a friend of his so we had the full tasting menu and also from a regular patron on a special occasion. Loved both even... read more
The Worst Dining Experience for a Restaurant of this Price Range – During the holiday season, I brought an out of town friend to Joel?s for dinner. I am sad to say how embarrassing the entire experience was for me. We arrived for an early dinner at 6:00 pm and were informed the Wine Steward was late coming to work, so we would be required to wait to order our wine until he arrived. We waited over 50 minutes for him to arrive to work. We were informed that nobody else, including the management, could serve the wine. Once our ... read more
I'm confused.... you sound sophisticated, but.... – I look forward to my first dining experience at Joel's this weekend. I am confused by the negative remarks. Is it because you are uneducated speakers that your words have no tact? Or is it that you wanted to sound more classy than what you are. I find it baffling to read comments from individuals who lack decorum. I've heard nothing but greatness about this restaurant, and look forward to the entire dining experience.
Chef Joel Antunes-James Beard Award Winning Chef! One Of The Finest French Brasserie's In U.S. – With the demise of Brasserie La Coze at Lenox Square, and the closing of Seeger's, Joel is firmly at the head of fine dining royalty in Atlanta. Located in a beautiful condo, at the intersection of West Paces/Northside Dr., it has a presence all it's own. Chef Joel's menu was outstanding. Starting with a divine Fois Gras w/pear chutney, and Peeky Toe Crab Cakes w/lemon aioli, set the buds to throbbing! My entree was Roasted Duck ... read more
Incredible!!! Nearly impossible to top!!! – I went to JOEL on Nov. of 2006 This place is amazing!!! Especially if you are a food and wine lover. If you are in no rush at all, you will have an incredible experience. The service was excellent. The sommelier was very, very, knowledgeableand helpfull. They both added to the amazing experience. Food was done incredebly well and innovative. Absolutelly nothing wrong with it. The wine list was incredible. And I can honestly say that the best two wines I have ever had where from the... read more
BEST RESTAURANT IN ATLANTA!! – I just love this place!! The restaurant itself is cool, and the food is great!! I love that the portions are not disgustingly huge so you don't feel sick later. The food is great and very beautifully presented. The wine selection is great and the sommelier is very helpful and knowledgeable. Great service, amazing food!! Great ambience!!!
Frequently asked questions about Joel Antunes
How is Joel Antunes rated?
Joel Antunes has a 3.7 star rating with 42 reviews.
When is Joel Antunes open?
Joel Antunes is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
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