Reverence

Outside of the bartender stating they didn't have happy hour on Fridays, when they did until 7pm for small bites. It was nice to enjoy a glass of rose and enjoy their decor and quiet ambiance.

What happened?? I've dined at reverence in the past and had a great experience. A foodie friend and I met last night to catch up over drinks and apps and left with great conversation but disappointing dining experience. Before I dive in, and to be fair, they did have a private event so maybe this took away from the menu and service. Here we go...The octopus was very tough, scallops had a strong fishy/clammy taste (sent it back), the bang bang shrimp was over breaded/cold and the olives were just ok. The total bill was over the top expensive for C- food and light pours. Our waitress was very inexperienced and knew nothing about the wine or food. Reverence....you can do better!!

Reverence was so incredible!! We loved this as a fun winter date night spot in Midtown. The food was so good!! We were able to try lots of different dishes. I think the Lobster Squid Ink Tagliatelle and Chai Espresso martini were my favorite!! This restaurant is located on the bottom floor of the Epicurean hotel. The restaurant does validate valet but not the parking deck - so definitely do valet. I would love to sit outside during the day here. They have a cute outdoor seating area!

We liked Reverence OK, but the experience was a little underwhelming. You never know what you're going to get with hotel restaurants. In my experience, they've been a mixed bag: https://bit.ly/3j7lC0b. Generally, the restaurants are nice and service is fine. It's the food that's hit or miss. The food at Reverence wasn't bad. However, it's not one of the first restaurants I'd recommend. That's a shame because this is one of those places that "I really wanted to like" after reading and seeing social media posts about it. The restaurant is certainly suitable if you're staying at the hotel, but I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to dine here.Reverence opened in September 2021 in the relatively-new Epicurean Hotel on West Peachtree Street in Midtown. During our visit, complimentary valet parking was available in front of the hotel for restaurant guests. If you valet, remember to bring cash to tip. When we visited, there was only one valet guy and, as a result, valet service was slow. You can also park in the pay deck next door at 1105 West Peachtree -- same driveway. The cost was $3 per 30 minutes. Reverence did not validate parking in this deck.Reverence piqued my curiosity because it's the signature restaurant of the Epicurean. The Epicurean is a first-of-its-kind hotel for Atlanta, I believe. A quick Google search revealed only one other Epicurean location: Tampa. These are "food-focused" and "culinary-inspired" hotels that are part of Marriott's independent and upscale Autograph Collection. As someone who loves to dine out, I like the concept.The restaurant, kitchen, bar, lounge, and patio are integrated into the hotel lobby. It's so seamless that we thought the hotel check-in counter, which is at the end of the bar and in front of the kitchen, was where we were supposed to check in for the restaurant. When the hotel employee realized we were trying to check in for the restaurant and not the hotel, he said, "Story of my life." I booked our reservations on OpenTable.The space is absolutely beautiful. Five stars for interior design and aesthetics. It's definitely got a modern, swanky, and sophisticated vibe. Big, tall windows that look out onto West Peachtree, glossy floors, pendant lighting, an open display kitchen and sleek wraparound bar, see-through wine coolers with a library ladder (neat), and classy button sofas in the lounge. This place looks straight out of a magazine.The restaurant serves New American cuisine. At the time of writing this review, they're open for breakfast daily, dinner Monday-Saturday, and Sunday for brunch. They used to serve lunch, but announced an end to that in December 2022: https://www.instagram.com/p/ClzQkT7Swo9/?hl=en.Here's what we had:Appetizers* Bacon-Wrapped Ricotta Dates ($15) - maple chili glaze, rosemary, black garlic aioli* Loaded City Fries ($11) - poached egg, truffle, aioli, chorizo, chimichurriSalads* Seasonal Caprese Salad ($15) - tomato, burrata, seasonal fruit, basil, aged balsamico* Epic Umami House Caesar Salad ($15) - butter biscuit croutons, bonito, romaine, radicchio, egg, green goddess dressing* Chinese Chicken Salad ($17) - napa cabbage, radicchio, cashew, sesame, wontonsEntrees* Avocado Ricotta Tartine ($21) - smoked salmon, pancetta, poached egg, yellow frisee* House Ground Wagyu Burger ($26) - refried 'nduja, tomato chutney, remoulade, local Gouda cheese, fries, plus a fried egg (+$4)Drink* Latte ($6)The food ranged from OK to good. I like what they offered on the menu. The dishes were fun and creative and there was lots to like. Generally, the food was fresh and presented beautifully. The only exception was the House Ground Wagyu Burger. The burger patty looked and tasted overcooked, like too well done. The patty wasn't as juicy, rich, and flavorful as I had hoped. Instead, it was a bit on the tough and chewy side, as far as hamburger patties go. Disappointing. Other than that, I didn't have a problem with anything else. I did like the refried 'nduja (spicy Italian pork sausage) which was spread on the top bun and the tomato chutney. Nice, unique touches.The apps - Bacon-Wrapped Ricotta Dates and Loaded City Fries - were the best dishes. The fries were decadent and gratifying. The salads were perfectly fine. I preferred the Caprese. The burrata was yummy and the tomatoes were fresh and ripe. I wouldn't describe the Caesar as "Epic," but it was decent. I looked forward to trying the Tartine, but it sort of fell flat for me. It was good, but I was expecting more. The pancetta was a little too tough, and something seemed to be missing from the flavors overall.Service was good. Our server was Mimi. She was polite and attentive, as was everyone else we interacted with including the manager, an assistant, a chef/food runner, and the hotel check-in staff. There was a lot of staff for not many customers, which felt somewhat awkward until more customers arrived. Again, that's hotel restaurants for you. They can be different.

Ambiance was on point. Located inside the Epicurean hotel, this low-key restaurant sets the stage for an evening of romance. I was pleasantly surprised when the hostess was able to pronounce my name correctly, which is an amazing feat. It wasn't busy for a Saturday night but I was good with that because I dislike dining in loud places.Our server was very delightful and answered all our questions about drink suggestions and items on the menu. We had the karaage fried chicken which was bougie chicken nuggets. It came with pickled kimchee, an aioli, and a citrus chermoula. They were good and flavorful. The main entree was the ricotta truffle agnolotti with shrimp. It was similar to ravioli and it was topped with corn and pea sauce. It was very light and my drink was a fancy margarita made with tequila, pineapple, and jalapeño. All in all, it was a good experience but very pricey. The fancy nuggets were $18! They were made from chicken thighs! Our server was wonderful and made the dining experience very pleasant. Not sure if I would go back but I would say that it's something you should try.

My family and I decided to do something different this year and eat out instead of home. I was skeptical about Reverence because the menu seemed a bit skimpy in terms of selection, especially for the price but we decided to give them a try. We had 430 reservations but arrived at 4. The setting and ambiance was beautiful. The hostess greeted us with a smile and sat us right away. Our server was Bethany and she was great. She asked if wanted still or sparkling waters, and we let her know we were okay with tap. We were not aware until later that soda coffee or tea were part of the buffet. She did let us know we could partake of the buffet when we were ready. Our evening sort of went downhill from there. The buffet options really left something to be desired. They had a carving station, which was the turkey. The side options were cauliflower stuffing, a roasted mixed vegetable, cornbread dressing, mashed sage sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese, turkey pot pie, pumpkin coconut soup, various rolls, kale salad, string bean salad and for dessert, mini macaroons, mini pecan tarts, and what might have been a key lime tart. The presentation of everything was beautiful, however the flavor was not there for anything and the pot pies were cold. This experience was so disappointing and extremely overpriced. I wish I could say I would recommend Reverence to family and friends but it's a no for me.

This restaurant is located in the Epicurean hotel in Midtown. It's so convenient to be able to roll out of bed and grab breakfast so that's exactly what we did. They have a typical breakfast fare for the most part but no pancakes! I ordered a vanilla latte. I noticed that it tasted like it didn't have any vanilla in it so when I asked for more, the waitress admitted, they had just run out. So that was disappointing. I also ordered one of their healthy smoothies, which tasted pretty good, but was very small for the price. My daughter got a chocolate croissant that was really good and their scrambled eggs were cooked perfectly. I also really liked the chicken sausage. Her açai bowl was a little on the warm side., but the fruit was fresh. Overall, the food was pretty solid, but not cheap. It's also awkwardly right near the check in. It was weird, like you're checking in and can be seeing people eating right in front of you. Strange layout. I would not seek out this place but if you're staying at the hotel, it's convenient and pretty good food.

Are you looking for live music, great food, and a beautiful dining experience? Visit Reverence restaurant located inside the Epicurean Hotel in Atlanta. Tuesdays evenings from 6:30 pm - 9:30PM come and enjoy a live music performance by Rich Gunderlock. Valet parking is available and the restaurant will validate your parking. This restaurant was the perfect way to end a long day and just unwind. The drinks were perfect and the staff was on point in great service throughout. I'm recommending you visit Reverence for your next dining experience.

Gotta start the day with a solid breakfast. If you're in the neighbourhood, make sure to drop by here!Their omelettes were light and made to your liking. I had the spicy sausage, mushrooms and jalapeño. A touch salty for the sausage but their smashed potatoes made up for it! (That's why I had to take a pic of that by itself).The absolute must order breakfast dish is their waffled cheddar grits. Highly recommended by their staff and it doesn't disappoint. The waffled cheddar grits are nice and crunchy with chopped jalapeños buried within. The combination of thick cut bacon, feta and honeycomb make this one of a kind! I'm getting a bit hungry just thinking about it!

I had a fantastic experience at Reverence restaurant located at the Epicurean hotel in Atlanta. The short rib hash with over medium sunny side up eggs, sweet potato succotash, cherry tomato, avocado, and harissa piquillo was an absolute delight. The combination of flavors was amazing and left a lasting impression. The service was quick, and the staff were incredibly friendly, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. The sunny and bright setting, along with the nice decor, added to the overall ambiance. I highly recommend this restaurant for a delicious meal in a welcoming environment.