Social Restaurant & Wine Bar

(404) 525-2246

12 West Peachtree Place
Atlanta, GA 30308 33.764 -84.3878

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Neighborhoods: Downtown, Northeast, Northeast

Last updated 10.15.11

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What People Are Saying About Social Restaurant & Wine Bar

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Brian Suber

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In Short – Sitting on a quiet side street between West Peachtree and Spring, this sleek, modern take on international dining boasts a worldly staff and sharable bites. The tapas menu serves up a Mediterranean mix with a few standouts--the Kefta burger, with NorthAfrican spiced beef, and the pain bagnat with tuna, veggies, and red pepper--both shine. White-washed exposed brick walls, polished marble bar and tall tables with cushy stools set a chic modern tone while the upstairs offers an imaginatively painted wall and street views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. World music provides an…

Editor's Tips

Where to Sit:
For small groups and socializing, take one of the street-level tables while those rolling with that special someone, take a spot upstairs.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “At night, the atmosphere is fun and and at times there is live world music by Enrique.”
  2. “Social is hidden in downtown Atlanta with great food, ambiance and staff.”
  3. “It is great for a girl's night out or boy's night out or for a romantic evening.”
  4. “Friendly neighborhood place with great food and ambience!”
  5. “The place reminds me of a European bar/bistro - it has a world vibe (several of the staff are from various countries and if you speak French or Spanish, you will feel at home here) but is a comfortable neighborhood place to hang out.”
  6. “The atmosphere is nice but in an approachable way.”
  7. “The atmosphere was romantic and the owner was so nice.”
  8. “Great food, great atmosphere”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “Also, if you like red wine, you should try the South African cab-merlot blend, Bouwland.”
  2. “The place reminds me of a European bar/bistro - it has a world vibe (several of the staff are from various countries and if you speak French or Spanish, you will feel at home here) but is a comfortable neighborhood place to hang out.”
food quality
98.21000099182129% positive
  1. “The food is great.”
  2. “Their sandwiches and lunch specials are really good, and it is just such a friendly place - not at all like a chain or big hotel restaurant.”
  3. “The best place for authentic European & Mediterranean food!”
  4. “I've been to Social many times for lunch and dinner and the food -- an interesting mix of french and north african -- has always been either good or great.”
  5. “If you want to have a nice meal with your friends or co-workers downtown, check out this charming bistro that offers French and North African comfort foods, including some great tajines and lamb dishes.”
  6. “Social is hidden in downtown Atlanta with great food, ambiance and staff.”
  7. “The food is very, very good - everything is fresh and homemade.”
  8. “had a great experience eating in Social Restaurant and I strongly recommend it to everyone who loves to taste some fresh, delicious, and authentic European, Mediterranean as well as local foods.”
  9. “All the small plates are amazing my favorites are the beet salad, meatballs and daily specials.”
  10. “The sandwiches at lunch are delicious and the cornish hen, vegetable lasagna, and duck leg are excellent at dinner.”
  11. “Friendly neighborhood place with great food and ambience!”
  12. “went to this restaurant for Valentine's Day and the food was fantastic!”
  13. “tried their steak and Couscous and I loved the food very much.”
  14. “Great food, great atmosphere”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “When I finish working Downtown at The Apparel Mart, I have a million choices for big city spots, to unwind.”
overall
91.66999816894531% positive
  1. “It feels like the kind of nice neighborhood restaurant you usually find in Midtown -- like Pura Vida or Fritti.”
  2. “The best place for authentic European & Mediterranean food!”
  3. “Their sandwiches and lunch specials are really good, and it is just such a friendly place - not at all like a chain or big hotel restaurant.”
service
95.83000183105469% positive
  1. “can't say enough about the owners and staff - brothers Ray and Jay are the owners, and Enrique, Eddie, Douglas, Ashley, and Andrew are the nicest, most professional staff I have come across in a long time.”
  2. “The staff was very friendly and helpful.”
  3. “The place reminds me of a European bar/bistro - it has a world vibe (several of the staff are from various countries and if you speak French or Spanish, you will feel at home here) but is a comfortable neighborhood place to hang out.”
  4. “Their sandwiches and lunch specials are really good, and it is just such a friendly place - not at all like a chain or big hotel restaurant.”
  5. “Social is hidden in downtown Atlanta with great food, ambiance and staff.”
  6. “Excellent small plates, affordable Wine List, and service from a European Staff.”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “Excellent small plates, affordable Wine List, and service from a European Staff.”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “Thanks for the best dinner in a long time.”
  2. “Social is also located in down town Atlanta and it's a couple of minutes walking to and from many great attractions in downtown: such as the CNN Center and Headquarters, The Georgia Aquarium, The Coca-Cola Museum and Factory, and The Centennial Olympic Pa”
  3. “friend recommended Social to me and it was the best recommendation in a long time.”
  4. “can't say enough about the owners and staff - brothers Ray and Jay are the owners, and Enrique, Eddie, Douglas, Ashley, and Andrew are the nicest, most professional staff I have come across in a long time.”
1 Star Rating: Poor

05/31/11

false advertisements!

by samnc at Citysearch

I had a similar experience like JAZZCAR. Restaurant refused to honor a $25 gift certificate due to it being "restaurant week". I am not from Atlanta and tried to explain that I did not know about this week, had no notice of it before, and I will not be come back to redeem the certificate.

The owner is the rudest person I have ever met. I am in shock that they are still open for business due to this poor service.

1 Star Rating: Poor

04/24/10

Social: Worst Service and Worst Food and they Lie

by jazzcar at Citysearch

We received the 4-day weekend review via email from Citysearch and saw an ad for this place saying that every Saturday, the chef serves two courses plus one glass of wine for $20. So, i got tons of friends and brought them in for the "deal". We get there and do not get served a drink for one hour. Finally the server comes up to us and after taking our drink order, I mentionn the deal. He has no idea. So, he goes to ask. The owner say that's an old deal. I told him that it was on citysearch but they didn't honor the deal. We ordered food and it was gross! I will never return. I feel like we were all taken advantage of an it was embarrassing.

  • Pros: Serge Gainsborg
  • Cons: takes 1 hour to get a drink and food tastes like Alpo
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/22/10

The best place for authentic European & Mediterranean food!

by Abdul1977 at Citysearch

A friend recommended Social to me and it was the best recommendation in a long time. I tried their steak and Couscous and I loved the food very much.

The servants and the owner are great and very hospitable. In two words: they make you feel home!

Social is also located in down town Atlanta and it's a couple of minutes walking to and from many great attractions in downtown: such as the CNN Center and Headquarters, The Georgia Aquarium, The Coca-Cola Museum and Factory, and The Centennial Olympic Park.

I had a great experience eating in Social Restaurant and I strongly recommend it to everyone who loves to taste some fresh, delicious, and authentic European, Mediterranean as well as local foods.

  • Pros: Best Couscous and Steak I ever had in Atlanta
  • Cons: None!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/19/10

Best Food In Town

by A 2 at Citysearch

I went to this restaurant for Valentine’s Day and the food was fantastic!!! The atmosphere was romantic and the owner was so nice. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. It is great for a girl’s night out or boy’s night out or for a romantic evening. It is a must try!!!!

  • Pros: Greate Atmosphere \ Great Food
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/23/10

Atlanta's Best Food

by Natasha06 at Citysearch

This restaurant was one of the best me and wife have ever ate. We have been to New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and the Social Restaurant was the best. The grilled calamari and rosted potatoes were to die for. I will eat there every time i am in Atlanta. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Thanks for the best dinner in a long time.

  • Pros: Some of the best food and service in america
  • Cons: Dont live closer

The Details on Social Restaurant & Wine Bar

Place Categories:

  • great food
  • great owner
  • helpful staff
  • fun atmosphere
  • authentic european mediterranean
  • comfortable neighborhood place
  • amazing small plates
  • great servants
  • fresh everything
  • recommend hotel restaurant
  • really good sandwiches
  • best recommendation
  • nice meal
  • great attractions
  • excellent vegetable lasagna
  • best los angeles
  • love kafta burger
  • nice neighborhood restaurant
  • wonderful gem
  • recommended social
  • excellent service
  • like red wine
  • big city spots
  • great ambiance
  • excellent cornish hen
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