Kimball House

Kimball House is a gastropub Decatur located in United States.

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266
ratings
  • Phone

    (404) 378-3502

  • Website

    kimball-house.com

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  • Type

    Gastropub

Address

303 E Howard Ave (at N Candler St) Decatur , GA 30030 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Visa)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating Yes
Restroom Yes
Menus Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 65


Keywords:

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Eater

Housed in the former Decatur train depot, Kimball House's devotion to the way dining (and drinking) used to be shines through in its craft cocktail menu, oyster offerings, and 3 - course steak dinner . Read more

Bon Appetit Magazine

Order some oysters and perhaps dip into the elaborate absinthe service and be transported. Raw bar happy hour (weekdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.) is the time to be here—and not just to guarantee a stool. Read more

CNN

I've yet to see another spot in the South with such a thoughtful—and joyful—oyster program. The menu lists, give or take, 22 oyster varieties, most sourced from small family farms and flown in daily. Read more

Perceptus

This is my fave venue for oysters & craft cocktails in Atlanta . Great decor, very knowlegable staff . For something special that's not on the menu , ask for the Trinidad Sour based on Angostura bitters !

Eater

Kimball House's devotion to the way dining (and drinking) used to be shines through in its craft cocktail menu, oyster offerings, and three-course steak dinner . Read more

Tasting Table

This gorgeous wood bar is a proper setting for knock-back oysters and cocktails . The infamous Kimball House cocktail is made with gin , Cocchi Americano , dry vermouth and house orange bitters . Read more

Creative Loafing Atlanta

There is no place else in Atlanta where you can find such an extensive & traditionally prepared absinthe menu and bartenders so well versed in everything drink. Read more

Kevin Buckley

Fantastic! Superb! Look up at the fans! They work on pulleys! Mexican razor and old fashion were top notch. Even though it was packed the staff still took the time to talk to us out of towners.

Mike Viray

Pacific Seabass , sweetbread , & pork belly are fantastic. Unique flavors & fresh ingredients . For side, grab the roasted mushrooms . Talk to head bartender Miles for cocktail ideas. He knows his stuff!

Amanda Parker

Awesome dining experience. Everything from the cocktails on the patio to the decor to the dessert is well done. Have the pork loin if it's on the menu. Juicy and flavorful.

Halbo

Outstanding. An oyster selection like no other. Champagne mignonette was outstanding for the oysters . Fabulous election of artisan cocktails . Loved it. Coming back for dinner .

Eater

Kimball House is housed in the old Decatur train depot. The great space coupled with the thoughtful dinner and drink menus make the new restaurant a worthy spot for your next night out.

Creative Loafing Atlanta

Macquarrie's cocktails such as the signature Kimball House — a lightly sweet, floral take on a gin martini served with a help-yourself cup of olives and lemon peel — make the journey all the better. Read more

Creative Loafing Atlanta

No one in Atlanta serves oysters like these. On any given day, the menu will list 20 or so varieties, impeccably sourced from waters near and far. Hit up oyster happy hour for a bargain. Read more

Eater

Kimball House's devotion to the way dining (and drinking) used to be shines through in its craft cocktail menu, oyster offerings, and three-course steak dinner . [Eater 38 Member] Read more

Meredith Blechman

Cool, laid back vibe with great bar scene and incredible service. Inventive dishes that change nightly. Raw bar happy hour weekdays 5-7pm. Cocktails worthy of their James Beard nomination.

Creative Loafing Atlanta

Like the bronze afternoon sun it resembles in its round ceramic dish, the crème brûlée at Kimball House is all about warmth. And vanilla . No chilly custard at Kimball House. Read more

Cassandra Young

I'm from New Orleans and these are literally the best oysters I've eaten in my entire life. Highly recommend you order an array and enjoy each one. They are SO unique.

Tatiana Han

Underrated for their dessert bc they obviously focus on alcohol , but this is a fantastic spot just to lounge and get that sweet treat post-dinner

Tasting Table

The Kimball House cocktail (gin , Cocchi Americano , dry vermouth and house orange bitters ) is for a nice accompaniment to the restaurant 's list of more than a dozen different oysters on the half shell. Read more

Spoon University

By torching the crème brûlée  lowly from afar, chef  Maitre d’ William Bubier warms the dessert in order to bring out the vanilla flavor and give it a homey touch. Read more

Eater

Whether you prefer East Coast or West Coast oysters , you'll surely enjoy slurping them down with a few cocktails in Decatur. Read more

AJC

Arrive at this stunningly renovated train depot before 7 p.m. on weekdays, and you can choose from more than a dozen varieties of boutique oysters . Read more

Lynn Marie Franco

If you're here for a special occasion , order the Mai Tai . It's not on the menu , but you can ask for it (and it comes with fire!) Cocktails are great--but beware: they're super strong! :)

AJC

What to eat: Get there before 7 p.m. and the fine selection of oysters goes for half price. Read more

AJC

Arrive at this renovated train depot before 7 p.m. on weekdays, and choose from more than a dozen varieties of boutique oysters . Nowhere are they better shucked, better iced or better presented. Read more

Creative Loafing Atlanta

In the somewhat-Spanish camp, mussels escabèche, lightly pickled and served cold, paired perfectly with smoky bacon piled onto grilled toast . Read more

Elia Albarran

Get a steak to share and a few of the family style sides. Everything is delicious and the service is impeccable. Drinks on point.

Creative Loafing Atlanta

If you're in the mood to embrace your inner F. Scott Fitzgerald, order up a glass of Marc Hebrart Champagne and some Ossetra caviar . Read more

Tricia Bean

This is my favorite restaurant in Atlanta - love the atmosphere, oysters , staff and inventive cocktails !

Bryan L

I believe, one of the best places for genuine food + craft cocktails in Atlanta .

Ross Baltimore

Get the trout , it's amazing. It's also probably big enough to split if you get a couple sides.

Alex Ravenel

Excellent cocktails and oysters . Try the self-named cocktail if you like martinis .

David Orland Brown

Amazing Sazerać . Genius bartenders (mixologist ) - come to this new establishment.

Mariauxy Castillo-Vitale

This place has a great modern retro feel and the signature cocktails are a must. Try the High Tide.

Kristi Champion

Some of the best beef tartare I have ever eaten. Incredible. Kusshi oysters are also killer.

Andrew S

Amazing oysters and steaks . Definitely go for the grilled oysters .

Lydia Lopez

Everything was great, the venison was delicious so was the bar steak .

Heather McMahon

The Kimball House cocktail is fantastic!

Daimer

Friendly staff ... awesome food... amazing cocktails . .. a must if you visit Decatur

Gouthami Rao

Great food, but definitely gourmet style portions. Lobster fettuccine was the best thing on the menu!

Bob St Claire

Fantastic establishment. Five star food, six star cocktails .

Robin Triplett

Oysters - Get them and educated ! Oh and drink the cocktails ... any and all of them!

Jack Daniel

Cocktails are really good! And have some oysters !!

Michael Venable

The Cheddarwurst and Sunchokes are AMAZING! And it's oyster heaven!

Chris Hinton

Try the oysters - the selection is great and they are excellent.

Austin Russell

Great bar scene. Awesome selection of drinks. Try the cookies .

Sam Lack

Oysters and bar steak were awesome!

Mel

Oysters . Get the oysters . All of them.

Joseph Borgese

Oysters , vegetable dishes , cocktails

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