Kozmo Gastro Pub - 11890 Douglas Road, Alpharetta GA

So a couple of weeks age, co-worker sent me the web link (http://www.kozmogastropub.com/) this place and asked if I'd ever been there.  I go to the website to see what this place is about...upon perusing the website I found myself intrigued; it looked like a really cool after-work spot...I must check it out!

Fast forward to last Thursday...a friend and I went to Kozmo after-work for happy hour.  Now, it's tucked away in a strip mall (the last place I would expect it to be based on the pictures on the website).  The place appears bigger on the website, and not nearly as NY loft chic in person.  Our waitress was very knowledgeable about the bar & menu offerings.  Thursday nights ladies get 1/2 off all appetizers all night long...it's their 'Sexy in the Suburbs' (play on Sex in the City) theme night.

We started with drink orders: I had the Caramel Pear Martini...let me just say OMG!!!! Awesome!!! My friend ordered the Kozmojito, which I ordered for my 2nd drink...very nice.  Now food...we start with some of the small plate offerings....deviled eggs, calamari, and a side of the white velvet mac n' cheese (parmesan, white cheddar, mozzarella and blue cheese).  I'm usually skeptical of eating deviled eggs outside of the ones I make at home, but figured what the hell. So glad we ordered them...many people don't put a touch of pepper in the deviled eggs just to kick it up a notch, and the biggest mistake is usually not enough salt.  Neither was the case here.  They were not only subtlely peppered but seasoned...yes they use salt!  Not enough to preserve you or induce cardiac arrest, but just enough to bring out the flavor of the food.  Thank you!!  Next, the calamari...really, really good.  Not chewy, perfectly fried and served with a very nice chili dipping sauce. The mac n' cheese is smooth, rich and flavorful.

In the meantime, the crowd is starting to fill-in, as the DJ is still trying to get setup...he was very entertaining.  Interesting to see the ladies of the neighboring surburban developments come out and try to embrace the whole Sex in the City theme...some achieve it, but far more don't...I'll give them a B- for effort.  Apparently, this place really gets crunked about 7pm.

For dinner: I ordered the Fish Tacos and my friend ordered the fish and chips. I so wish I took a picture of her face when her food arrived...LMAO!  No way did she ever expect to see that much food.  My fish tacos were wonderful...great size pieces of fish, lightly battered, and nicely fried.  The slaw was fresh and crisp and the spicy mayo had a nice kick to it.  The fish and chips looked amazing...they have the biggest steak fries I've ever seen. I tasted one and it was fantabulous.

Dessert:  Oh, dessert...Rum glazed pineapple upside down cake with ice cream...need I say more! Yes, I must...I'm still craving another serving of this magnificent dessert...DELISH.

I can truly say I was very pleasantly surprised by Kozmo Gastro Pub.  The food is great, fun atmosphere, fabulous drinks all in the Alpharetta/Johns Creek area...who knew.  Will definitely hit Kozmo up again...far more stuff to try on the food & drink menus.

 

The Grape (Atlantic Station) - 264 19th Street , Atlanta GA

Saturday I met up with some friends to indulge in some wine tasting, which is a very atypical event for us.  What a great time!  The Grape has 3 locations in the metro Atlanta area and we gathered at the Atlantic Station locale.  Now those of you that are familiar with Atlantic Station know that any given sunny Saturday at Atlantic Station offers a great opportunity for people watching...and this past Saturday was no exception. 

As I was the first to arrive, I was quickly seated at my reserved table.  Within 5 minutes, the waitress came over and introduced herself...LaToya.  Prior to offering me a sample tasting of the Tohu Pinot Grigio, LaToya asked to see my I.D...'Girl I would never have guessed that' (she's referring to my age)!  I see we're going to get along splendidly.  LaToya returns to the table with my sample...thoughts...nice.  She asks if I would like to start with a glass of the Pinot Grigio but, I was already prepared to try the 'Flight' (per the recommendation of another Foodie that had gone to the Vinings location the previous weekend).  Wonderful choice I'm told by LaToya...she's so personable! As well, I ordered the Grilled Tuscan Focaccia...delish!!  By now, others in my party start to arrive and the games can begin.  Game one: per the reference to people watching at Atlantic Station - a lady passes by the table on her way out...lawd where do I begin...breasts like torpedoes on top of a huge gut...scan down to the poom-poom shorts, it's difficult to watch...she's built like Johnny Bravo!  But she thought she was the isht ~ needless to say my mouth fell open in pure shock & awe...another waiter caught the look on my face, proceeded to crack the hell up and ask really?!

I digress, the flight featured 3 wines from New Zealand: Tohu, Pinot Grigio; Craggy Range 'Kidnappers Vineyards' Chardonnay; and Wild Rock 'Cupids Arrow' Pinot Noir.  Have to say the Pinot Noir was my favorite of the three.  The great feature of The Grape is that they offer a tasting of any of the wine offerings prior to you having to fully commit.  As far as food, everything ordered at the table was really, really good.  The Mezze Platter is fabulous...it includes: roasted garlic hummus, house marinated olives, cashew & goat cheese stuffed peppadews and warm pita bread.  Other options ordered: Chipotle Shrimp Flatbread and Smoked Salmon Flatbread...all great choices.  What I especially enjoyed was not feeling rushed.  We had great service and the staff was very helpful.

So after 4 glasses of wine, great food, and a wonderful time with friends I headed home looking forward to hitting up The Grape again in the very near future.  Matter of fact, think I'll be returning at least once per month in order to take part in 'The Flight'...can't beat it! Plus, this will allow me to step my wine game up.
I recommend for everyone venture out to either the Vinings, Atlantic Station or Phipps Plaza locations and partake in a lil' wine (not lil' wayne...teehee), good food and a leisurely afternoon or evening.

Atkins Park Tavern - 2840 Atlanta Road, Smyrna GA

Mother's Day 2010, I had reservations for brunch at Atkins Park Tavern.  Really didn't know what to expect, but received a good word from some co-workers that had patronized the Vinings location.  Really hoped they were right, cause it's a long way to Smyrna from Dacula!

We arrived about 20 minutes early...really cute community...townhouses, condos, various restaurants and retail stores all encased in a little village-like master community...so far so good.  It's a good thing I made reservations and even better that we arrived early.  Had a 12:45pm reservation, arrived and checked in at 12:20pm, seated at 1:00pm...everyone loves their mother on Mother's Day (even if they didn't think of plans for her until 10am). Oooh goodie, we get to sit on the covered patio, that's exactly where I wanted to be seated, as the weather Sunday was beautiful and perfect for al fresco dining.  Upon being seated we are handed the Brunch menu.  My grandmother is trying to figure out what to order...this is significant because she likes food, but has the appetite of a bird. I will have to say, there was a nice, but selective variety.  What to order...Appetizers: torn between the Lobster Quesadilla, Voodoo Who Dat Fries, or the jalapeno & roasted  red pepper hummus....hummus it is for me...very good!  My grandmother ordered the Maryland She Crab soup...smelled fabulous, however way toooooo salty.  Now main course: torn between Grand Marnier French Toast, Banana Nut Pancakes, Crab Cake Benedict, and Salmon Croquette...aha, Crab Cake Benedict (I bet you thought I picked Grand Marnier French Toast...y'all know I love my liquers)! 

While waiting for our food, the waitress approaches the table bearing two pink/white roses.  This was the restaurants way of honoring mothers for the day...nice touch. Entrees arrive...kids get the typical...daughter gets Southern Fried Chicken and son gets the Park Burger (both looks good, but I'm so not interested in trying).  My plate smells amazing and looks very appetizing...my grandmother's Crispy Southern Catfish looked so good!! I know it was mother's day and I should have let her enjoy her plate, but what the hell, she wasn't going to eat it all in during this dining session...teehee!  Mind you, I haven't tasted my Crab Cake Benedict yet...lol...so here we go...first bite...delightful...eggs perfectly poached, crab cake is all crab, little breading, and hollandaise is light, creamy and buttery w/a hint of lemon...grits, just the right consistency...I'm good. I finally can't resist tasting my grandmother's catfish...really nicely done...golden brown, moist and flavorful.  My grandmother really enjoyed her plate and was especially happy with the fried okra (that's an ick for me)...but the fact that she was pleased was the most important thing.

Definitely looking forward to hitting up Atkins Park again, maybe test out the Vinings locale for the next go around.  Seems like it would be a great spot to hang out with friends on a Friday or Saturday night.  If you're in the area of either location, check it out and keep me posted on your thoughts and dining experience.

 

10 Degrees South - 4183 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta GA 30342

Hello all, it's been a while, but well worth the wait.  Last night the hubby and I finally made it to 10 Degrees South after many rescheduled reservations.  The weather was beautiful and I looked good...teehee.  So for those that don't know, 10 Degrees South features South African cuisine.   

Upon entering the establishment, we were pleasantly greeted by the hostess.  Due to such an early arrival (we had a 6:45pm reservation), and only a few tables occupied, we were able to get seated in the front dining room beside the open patio floor-to-ceiling window...fabulousness.  The decor is what I would describe as ethnic chic...contemporary, without pretense.  As we sit, the waiter places the napkin on our laps...fancy (smile)!  We review the menu...what to get...so many options...ok, 7 minutes later we've decided.  Appetizers: crab pastries and lobster rolls (appetizer special)...the lobster rolls were nice, but the crab pastries...delightful...paired well with my Hook & Ladder Pinot Noir.  Now, on to the main course...Maajid ordered the Ostrich Medallions and I ordered the Rack of Lamb.  Unfortunately, Maajid did not enjoy his Ostrich, he did however enjoy my Rack of Lamb, or at least what I let him have...lol.  I tasted the Ostrich, very weird texture.  My lamb was wonderful, as were the sweet potatoes.  This too went well with my Pinot Noir. 

Dessert time! As the Maitre'D made his way around to each table to ensure everyone was content, he noticed we were looking at the dessert menu.  He suggested Di's Delight (which had already caught my attention) and for chocolate lovers, the chocolate lava molten cake..and if we got that, said he would give me something special that would benefit my husband...at this point, I'm curious with raised brow.  I ordered Di's Delight, which is a sponge cake (remarkably moist considering), with mango and passion fruit baked in, drizzled in caramel (isn't everything better with caramel), and served warm with vanilla ice cream.  My husband ordered the chocolate lava molten cake, also served warm with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce.  Not long after our desserts arrived, the Maitre'D, passed by our table and noticed my husband ordered the chocolate cake...told me he still had something for me, but I would have to use some of my husband's dessert...hmmm, curiosity abound.  He returns with a glass of Port...told me to take a bit of the chocolate cake, then take a sip of the Port before swallowing the piece of cake...stood by, cause he said he wanted to see the look on my face...oh my, quite orgasmic!!!!  He looked at Maajid and said "I told you, you would benefit from my surprise!"  He further explained it was a port wine (combination of wine and brandy, typically made in Portugal) from South Africa, it's very sweet and pairs beautifully with chocolate.  So his advise to my husband..."if ever you're in the doghouse, by her some chocolates and a bottle of Port wine...all will be forgiven."  LMAO, but dammit if he might not have a good point!!!!

All in all, it was a great experience at a great restaurant.  Even with Maajid not enjoying his entree (but certainly enjoying mine), his is not deterred.  Definitely looking forward to returning again...soon!!!  Next time we will try to get reservations for a later time span...to enjoy the live music on Saturday nights.  This is a great choice for that special someone or a really nice dinner with family/friends.  It appears you can bring your own bottle of wine and just pay the corkage fee.  This is a definite must for foodies!!!!!!!!

Flip Burger Boutique - 1587 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta GA 30318

Yesterday, my kids and I ventured out to Interstate 75 for lunch at Flip Burger Boutique.  I had heard great things about this restaurant, so I was anxious to say the least.  I chose lunch because I had heard from many that it's a very popular spot and gets crowded quickly.  We arrived around 3pm on a beautiful, sunny afternoon.  Too my surprise, the place was packed!  Panic began to set in...Hell, I had my mind made up and with the place at full capacity; I was terrified we would have a ridiculous wait.  We make our way to the podium...the hostess is so bubbly and cute.  I tell her table for 3 and my name..."15-20 minutes wait" she says...YES!!!  As we wait to be seated, we all observe the restaurant...really cool...framed flat screens, cool booths, pretty drinks, plenty of bar seating and Euro-house music playing in the background (for all my house-heads, yes I asked for the name of the CD, but unfortunately it was the manager's personal mix CD).  The scene at this time is loud but seemingly fun.  This would definitely be a great place to hit up after work, random weekend with friends. As luck would have it, a table became available on the patio shortly thereafter...even better, perfect weather to for al fresco dining.

Upon receipt of the menu from our waitress Susie, we came to our burger decisions rather quickly...my son - the Philly, my daughter - the Flip, and me - the Gyro.  Now, having children that are academically gifted comes with its pros and cons.  Flip makes their famous milkshakes (the most popular being the Krispy Kreme) with liquid nitrogen and they have a disclaimer in really small print on the menu...so with that my kids decide they're not going to have any milkshakes, for fear of dying...also arguing the Krispy Kreme milkshake sounds gross...they are so melodramatic.  Susie was nice enough to ease their minds by explaining about the liquid nitrogen, but she went the extra step of bringing a Krispy Kreme milkshake (on the house) with 3 straws!!!! Can you say AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!  Needless to say, they changed their minds...LOL. 

Our burgers were fabulous and beautifully presented.  Though modest in size, they are not modes tin taste.  Monique enjoyed her Flip and loved the fries.  Justin demolished his Philly and devoured most of my Gyro and vodka battered onion rings...who would have thought you could make a burger taste just like a Gyro.  We continued to soak up the sun on the patio whilst I indulged in my mojito.  By the time we were ready to leave we all decided to get our milkshakes to go...2 coffee and donut and 1 nutella & burnt marshmallow...WOW!!!

With the weather getting ready to break into Spring, Flip is a great eatery for those casual dining experiences with friends and family.  Great experience for all!!!

 

  

  

  

  

 

Nan - 1350 Spring St., N.W. Atlanta, GA 30309

Tonight my husband and I dined at Nan...always fabulous, never a disappointment. The owners definitely have a lock on Thai cuisine in Atlanta. Of the three restaurants (Tamarind Seed, Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft and Nan Thai Fine Dining) owned by Charlie Niyomkul, Nan sits at the higher end of the price range. But don't let that deter you by any means...it is so worth it! The food, ambiance and service are impeccable and consistent.


Let me first say it is always nice to go to a fine restaurant and see other patrons dress accordingly. I often have found in Atlanta, pricing is not indicative of clientele. So not the case at Nan (at least at anytime I've dined there). We started with Pla Muk Thod (crispy calamari with 3 flavored chili sauce) and Poh Pia (vegetarian basil rolls and tamarind spring rolls)...lovely. On to the main course...my husband had the lamb special, served in green curry w/zucchini, eggplant, snow peas and rice noodles. This is a spicy dish but delicate at the same time. The spice and heat does not slam you in the mouth immediately. It hits you in moments later in the back of your mouth...not overwhelming for those that appreciate spicy food. My husband commented, of all the Thai restaurants we've patronized in the metro Atlanta area...this was by far the best! I enjoyed one of my favorite dishes at Nan...Pla Sahm Lod (chilean sea bass w/3 flavored chili sauce, served with fried okra and eggplant)...delish! Chilean Sea Bass is my absolute favorite type of fish...it's meaty but delicate, very buttery flavor. At this point we are both in heaven. Now time for dessert...Maajid ordered the dark chocolate mousse w/ginger ice cream and I ordered 3 flavors ice cream (green tea, coconut, and thai coffee)...devine!!! We shared our desserts, as we often do. The chocolate mouse cake is amazing. Many times mousse desserts can be heavy, but Nan's dark chocolate mousse cake is light, creamy and the ganache is incredible. Combine that with any combination of the ice creams we had and what can I say...whootie whoo!!!!!!!!!

Nan is a great location to celebrate a special occasion and a definite for date night. But please be sure to make a reservation, as it is quite popular.

Fado's Irish Pub - 273 Buckhead Ave, Atlanta, GA

Saturday night some friends and I gathered at Fado's Irish Pub. I personally have not been to Fado's since it moved to the new location in 2008. The new location is larger than the before (3-levels), however it seemed much darker than the old locale. Upon arrival, the waitress greeted my husband and me to get our drink orders. She pointed out all the beer options and made a point to let me know they have a full bar. With that said my drink request...caramel apple martini. So why if they have a FULL bar, is the waitress standing there looking silly and saying...'that's a little high-end for us, but I'll see what they can do'...Really?! This is high-end...whatever. She returns about 5 minutes later with my martini and it was quite good (much to my surprise per our waitress' comment). The waitress comes by several times to the table to ensure we are all good and if we require anymore drinks. What I didn't like was the fact that I had to ask her if we (my husband and I) could place our food order. Maybe it's me, but if you see there have been other people that have joined a table after you have taken the orders of others, you might want to ask the 'newbies' if they too would like to place an order...just saying, you know customer service and all.

The food is still great...love their Shepard’s pie...yummy! The Chips and Marie Rose were really good too. Everyone genuinely seemed to enjoy their food and we definitely enjoyed each other's company. Fado's is an environment that fosters revelry...great place for group get-togethers. That is until some DFACS worthy parent decides to bring their hungry, cranky baby to the pub at 9pm. Yes you read that right...BABY! Were we upset that the baby was crying and cranky...hell naw...he should have been crying and cranky, it was freaking 9pm at night! I mean as a mother myself, I understand you need to eat too.  However, you mean to tell me you couldn't have found a Chili's, TGI Fridays, O'Charley's (or any other family friendly restaurant) anywhere in or around the Buckhead area.  Or better yet, get a damn babysitter or stay your ass home...just saying.  But the piece d'resistance...Mom decided to breast feed!!! I just don't understand folks, but I digress.

If you are looking for an authentic Irish Pub, with good food, variety of draft/bottled beers, full bar (for the non-beer enthusiasts), and a very fun atmosphere (you'll have to provide your own friends), take a ride to Buckhead and give Fado's a try. It's a great place for large groups.  Weather permitting; make sure to take advantage of the rooftop deck.

Madras Chettinaad - 4305 State Bridge Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30022

Working in suburbia, one is usually condemned to chain restaurant enclaves providing their limited version of culinary delights to the often times unknowing.  However, there are times when you can venture upon a gem in a land of stones...and that gem would be named Madras Chettinaad.

Now, let me preface this blog-post by saying first off, I love Indian food, but let's be honest...you can't just run up into ANY and EVERY Indian restaurant like it's your neighborhood Burger King (due to cultural differences regarding hygiene, for those of you that might be wondering what I'm alluding to).  Thereby, I tend to seek the advise of many before I tend to take the adventurous road to Bombay.  Quite a number of people from my job have eaten at Madras Chettinaad and have spoken very highly with regards to the food.  So when I was invited to lunch with some colleagues, I felt at ease to take the plunge last Tuesday. 

As I enter the restaurant, the decor seems pleasing enough...clean, decorated relatively nice, no odoriferous assaults on the senses...great start.  The host greeted us and led us to our table.  The place was not at all packed...only 4 other tables were occupied.  Should this be cause for alarm, I mean it is lunch time (11:20am).  The host welcomes us to proceed to the buffet and he doesn't have to ask twice.  As I walk towards the buffet, I am really surprised by the size of the spread.  When I'm in the mood for Indian fare, I usually trek to Bombay Grill on Savoy Rd in Chamblee...good food but selections no where near as extensive.  Now the mind begins to race...where do I begin...so many choices!  Okay, so let's read the labels, as they are displayed on the glass buffet cover to figure out what I want to eat.  Hmmm, mushroom rice, Naan, Chicken Tikka Masala, Goat Vindaloo, Dal, Saag Paneer...OMG, are my eyes deceiving me?...is it really so?...Yes, it is...Chicken Biriyani!!!!! This has got to be to good to be true.  I proceed back to the table...my mouth watering.  Everything looks so good, and smells even better, so I better not be disappointed because I'm hungry as hell.  I have to try the Naan with the Goat Vindaloo first...yummy.  Mushroom rice and Dal, lovely.  Now on to the main event for me...Chicken Biriyani...damn, it's DELISH!!!!  Hot (pepper hot) and spicy, very nicely seasoned.  Why is this dish so endearing to me?  Many of you may know that I'm of West Indian decent and Biriyani is like our version of Palau ( a childhood favorite of mine...always reminds me of home...St. Vincent that is).  So to find someplace that does it right, and doesn't try to water it down for the masses is much appreciated.  Unfortunately, I ate so much on my first plate I was unable to even attempt a second.  I know, I know...this defeats the purpose of going to a buffet, but whatever. 

So if you're in Alpharetta and in the mood for some Indian food, stop by Madras Chettinaad...but I offer this word of caution for the lunchtime dinners, per my very good friend...get there early (prior to 12:30pm).  Apparently during her visit, the line was going out the door and most of the buffet was finished :(

Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft - 1745 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30309

So, realizing that I've learned my way around the metro Atlanta area via visiting different eateries, and as such, I'm often asked for restaurant recommendations, I've been inspired to create a blog for foodies.

This blog will provide a personal account of my experiences at various restaurants in the metro Atlanta area. For those of you looking for recommendations, I figured this would be much more fun for both you and I.

So let's begin...2 weeks ago I made reservations for Maajid & I to go to Nan (Thai) Restaurant in Midtown. We were both really excited and looking forward to this Saturday. Unfortunately, mother nature and the State of GA had different plans in mind. As a born & bred NYer, and previous resident of NJ, I like most other transplants to the ATL saw the light & brief winter conditions of the south as a huge plus. So the 3-4 inches of snow that fell and stuck to the ground this past Friday, was not only an unpleasant surprise, but quite intrusive on plans for the weekend...most notably, my dinner at Nan.

Upon awaking Saturday morning to the sound of my dog barking incessantly, I turned on the early morning news to get an update on the weather conditions. In typical ATL fashion (as I found out later on this evening), the same tune is being beckoned on all news channels...'road conditions are dangerous...secondary roads are iced over...please, everyone stay home and off the roads! Dammit, that is not a part of my agenda is my thought. I take my dog out and proceed to slide down my driveway into the cul-de-sac, as Cookie thinks it's now playtime. Twenty minutes later, I return to my warm abode and after much trepidation, I finally cave in and cancel our reservations to Nan.

Fast forward to 3:45pm...Maajid calls me on his way home from work and asks me if I'm ready for our dinner tonight...my response...we're still going, but what about the roads?! Apparently, the roads were just fine...most of the damn snow had melted. Oh hell, I wonder if I can reinstate my original reservation...quick call to Nan (because online reservations cease at 3pm, of course) to see if by chance they have any availability tonight...so what if it's Valentine's Day weekend...surely, everyone else felt the need to be home-bound too, right? Someone answers the phone, I request a reservation for tonight...hostess' response...we only have 5pm available. Dag nabit, I want Thai food. Why is this happening?!!! Tell my husband the bad news and he too sounds terribly disappointed.

This now becomes motivation...there has got to be a Thai restaurant in Atlanta that we have not been to, that has availability. I proceed to log on to OpenTable and conduct a search. I come across Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft in Midtown (http://www.tuktukatl.com/). Let's click on this and see...I promise you I didn't get beyond the first line..."from the owners of Nan & Tamarind Seed"...I love both of these restaurants, so this is a no-brainer. I secure the reservation for 6pm, call the hubby and tell him to high-tail it home, we're a go!!!

We arrive at Tuk Tuk 10 mins. early. We past it the first time, as it is a loft and we were looking at the names of the establishments that were street-level. For those of you that know where the Viking store and Swoozie's is on Peachtree Road, it's in the same complex right above. As we make our way through the entrance we find an actual Tuk Tuk (Thai taxi) in the lobby...really cute and I so want one...any who...we take the elevator to the 3rd floor (it's the only option, so you don't have to guess) and as we get off, the hostess stand is before us. We are greeted with a Thai greeting and we advise her we have reservations for 6pm...she confirms and seats us immediately. As we walk through the dining room to our table, I can't help but admire the decor...dark, rich woods, clean lines...little white lights hanging from the ceiling that resemble starlight...very romantic, but with a true sense of casual elegance. Our waitress arrives shortly after we are seated, and she too greats us with a Thai greeting and introduces herself...Sara is her name. She asks if this is our first time dining with them and respond yes. Is it at this time she explains, they do not serve traditional Thai food. They specialize in Thai "street food", so they have a combination of small plates (tapas) and big plates.

We start off with drinks, or should I say I start off with a drink...my husband doesn't drink. Sara recommends a special Martini they've created just for Valentine's Day...strawberry vodka, fresh pomegranate and raspberry juice and whatever else they included...it was delish and went down quite smoothly I might add (which is why I had 2...teehee). We perused the menu considering all the tempting delights. We finally decided on the following: Crispy Roti w/spicy green curry dipping sauce, fried chicken drums with Thai 3 chili sauce, Calamari w/chili lime sauce, and their specials: whole deep-fried yellow-tail snapper w/Thai 3 Chili sauce & a prawn special with some type of sauce (just know it was good). Everything was really, really good. the fish was moist and delicate and fried perfectly. Many places that attempt to fry whole fish don't succeed, as it's usually dry and hard. Loved the Roti...could eat that all day long. The prawns were good, as were the chicken drums and the calamari was prepared perfectly. Since we both like our thai food 'thai hot', Sara graciously accommodated us with 4 different types of Thai pepper sauces. We topped off our wonderful meal with Gauy Thod (fried banana drizzled with honey and served with Thai coconut ice cream)...yummy...not overly sweet...provided great balance to end an awesome meal.

Hubby and I have officially added Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft to our list of favorite restaurants in Atlanta. I often plan get togethers at various restaurants around Atlanta and this will definitely be the next locale...so all of you (and you know who you are)...be on the look-out!!!

To all my ATL fam, please make a point to patronize Tuk Tuk...you won't be disappointed!!!!