97 Estoria
Atlanta, GA 30316-1127
Phone: (404) 522-0966
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-2am, Fri 11:30am-3am, Sat 12pm-3am, Sun 12:30pm-12am
Editorial Review for 97 Estoria – by Erin Behan
The Scene
Though a rustic hunting lodge feel pervades the main dining and bar area, its rough edges are softened by avant-garde touches--a characteristic the bar shares with its neighborhood. Groups of Cabbagetown pioneers sidle up to tables and booths where wine glasses intermingle with PBR drafts and lime-garnished Coronas. Friendly conversation drifts from the singles at the bar, aided by the amiable barkeep. The ample wood patio offers a relaxed place to take in the historic residential neighborhood.
The Draw
This is a neighborhood spot through and through, but the cheap food and drinks should attract those roving for the next best little bar. While the fare, ranging from a pulled pork plate to the more ambitious lamb sandwich with brie is inconsistent, it's hard to complain about the affordable prices. The juicy, half-pound burger is a sure thing, as are the accompanying addictively crispy fries.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You Go97 Estoria is vegetarian friendly. Falafel, black bean burgers and veggie quesadillas keep the meat averse happy.
The ExtrasYou might not find any SUVs in the parking lot, but you can get your oversized fix on with the 40-ounce PBR and aptly named Big Sapporo.
User Reviews for 97 Estoria
05/20/2008 Posted by kokoATL
My husband and I have been to 97 Estoria many times since it opened. Over the past year or so, the service has gone way down hill. It was never great, but now it's horrible. Last night, we went there for a pitcher and some dinner. We ordered food. After an hour, it still had not showed up. People who ordered at least 30 minutes after us had their food. My husband went in to check it out. The waitress and the manager basically said "Too bad, the order was put in, it just hasn't shown up. You're being irrational" We were left with no other choice but to walk out. This happend to us at the Earl a year or so ago. The waitress and the manager came over, apologized, and comped the whole meal (there were 4 of us dining that time). THAT is what I call great service. And we have been back many times to enjoy Atlanta's best burger...The Earl Burger. We will never EVER be returning to Estoria. This place is dead to me. The food wasn't that great anyway.
Pros: it's close to my house
Cons: service, food, too loud, annoying hipsters
09/28/2007 Posted by ladythomas
Like many other trendy bars in Atlanat this place seems to thrive on the bad service. If you know the bartender you'll have a better chance of getting a drink. The food is terrible but what can you expect, it's just a bar after all. The best thing they had in the menu, the thai green beans, is no longer on the menu, thanks to TGI Fridays (I'll NEVER eat there). If your looking for a place to get some pitchers with friends then definately go here. Don't go to estoria looking for something good to eat, it's NOT going to happen.
Pros: atmosphere
Cons: food
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