Jct Kitchen & Bar
(404) 355-2252
1198 Howell Mill Rd NW
Atlanta,
GA
30318
33.787
-84.4119
Neighborhoods: Northside, Northside
What People Are Saying About Jct Kitchen & Bar
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
Chef-owner Ford Fry has brought his version of New Southern cuisine to Atlanta's trendy Westside. Located in the space that once housed Commune and Sampan, the restaurant has a more casual vibe than its predecessors. The scene sure is cozy but it's the food -shrimp and grits, fried chicken, sweet corn soup and a modern version of chicken and dumplings that changes with the seasons - that has even the most jaded foodie hipster going back for seconds.
High Marks
"I've never been to a restaurant that could even TRY and compete with my daddy's cheesy grits. Don't tell dad... but these were almost just as good." (chason, Citysearch user)
"The overall experience was pure comfort food, with a new Southern twist." (jaymaygm, Citysearch user)
"Winelist: delightful. A good range of varietals and good to see the choices extend beyond the typical retail presence." (therestaurant critic, Citysearch user)
"...the coconut cake, which was more like a Tres Leche cake, was out of this world..." (stephaniefr, Citysearch user)
Low Marks
"...the waiters never come back to the table to determine whether the orders are right or cooked properly." (atllawgirl, Citysearch user)
"...wine is highly over priced and the restaurant has a HUGE problem with noise." (natp, Citysearch user)
"On my last trip, my reservation wasn't honored and I ultimately left after 30 minutes of waiting." (westside404, Citysearch user)
"Portions tend to be very small." (potterk, Citysearch user)
User Reviews
mmulqueen
June 26, 2009
Hidden in a location that houses two of Atlanta's finest restaurants (Bacchanalia and Quinones), JCT Kitchen adaquately holds its own among the two stalwarts. The restaurant is a must-go for fans of New South cusine. DO NOT miss the french fries (yes, I said french fries), and also make room for the rum-soaked coconut cake.
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bestb
March 12, 2009
I am not very familiar with the southern cuisine but at JCT I had the chance to try some amazing dishes. Besides the fried chicken and shrimp&grits, the short ribs dish was fantastic .Their farm-to-table concept works great: the price is accesible and the quality is high. Little crowded on the weekends but perfect for a night out during the week. I will definitely go back .
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ouija7
March 05, 2009
Nice Atmosphere-Very Pottery Barn. Great Food! Loved the appetizers: truffle fries, deviled eggs, and mussels. Entrees were yummy too: Beef Short Ribs and Shrimp & Grits. Sinfully good desserts: Ginger Bread Pudding and Banana & White Chocolate Cake. Our 20-something year old waitress was prompt and did a good job serving us. However, she was a bit of a speed freak. She was short and curt and made us feel a little rushed...even on a slow Thursday night. Later in the night, after visiting the upstairs bar for a drink, we stumbled upon her outside in a corner making-out and grinding with one of the chefs. Possibly the reason for her rushing us. ??? The JCT bar upstairs was very cool too. What a great view of the city! Good selection of beers and liquors. We will definitely be back. The only advice I have to offer : 1) to get rid of the ridiculous kitchen towels used as napkins-we were all covered in lint when we left. 2). Cornbread. The french loaf they served was okay, but not really fitting as something more traditionally southern. 3) Chicken & Dumplings and more traditional southern foods.
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When to Go:
Arrive early if you have a hankering for the fried chicken. It's cooked to order and the supply is limited.
The Extras:
The second-floor bar (it's open Tuesday through Saturday) features live music on the weekends, and one of the best views of the Atlanta skyline.
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
