Going to be at the Cobb Center in May and looking for restaurants recs near the Theater. I think it's in/near Vining? Thanks!

Not sure where that is, but one of the finest places that I've been in Atlanta is Rathbun's.

Lots of great places to wine and dine in Atlanta, but this one is at the top. The wine list, while good, pales to the food.

Canoe, also in the Vinings. Other options close to the Cobb Center are SoHo and Old Vinings Inn. Hooters is close too. I should add, nothing is going to be within walking distance like you might hope for in a downtown setting. Well actually Hooters may be withing walking distance. You won't go wrong with Canoe.

What snipes said - except for that Hooters rec. ;-)

Rathbun’s is great, but it’s intown, and you will be no where near it.

C&S Seafood in Vinings is an awesome brasserie style restaurant.

Thanks, Everyone!
Don't think the in-laws would appreciate Hooters, but will check out the other suggestions. BTW, mapquest says Bones is within 10 miles. Hubby raves about it, but would love the locals thoughts.

I lived in Atlanta for nine years before moving to the NW. I also travel a lot for work and have dined in many steak houses across the country. I have to say as far as the quality/atmosphere combination, Bones is my favorite steak house. If a steak is what you are looking for, Bones is certainly worth the fifteen minute drive from Cobb county.

Bones is my favorite steak house in the ATL. It may be 10 miles, but it can be a looong 10 miles depending on traffic. If you are outside of weekday rush hour it's doable if steak is what your after.
Stoney River is a steak house outside the Cobb Galleria mall that is very close to the theater. It wouldn't be my first choice if looking for something with personality, but the steaks and service were good the one time I went there.

I'm glad to see nobody recommended two vastly over-rated restaurants- Seeger's and Bacchanalia. Avoid them at all costs. South City Kitchen was far better.

Another thumbs up for Bones here. Probably the best steak I've ever had...ever.

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Originally posted by snipes:
Bones is my favorite steak house in the ATL. It may be 10 miles, but it can be a looong 10 miles depending on traffic. If you are outside of weekday rush hour it's doable if steak is what your after.
Stoney River is a steak house outside the Cobb Galleria mall that is very close to the theater. It wouldn't be my first choice if looking for something with personality, but the steaks and service were good the one time I went there.

Hi Snipes,
I really like the looks of Canoe, but Bones is still in the running. We are flying in and landing at ATL at 3PM on a Saturday. Will check into the hotel and then head to the restaurant for an early (5PM) dinner We have an 8PM John Prine show. Will the time constraints be an issue for either location/restaurant on a Saturday evening?
Thanks, JJ

5pm at Canoe would be no problem. If it were me, I'd feel a little rushed at Bones under those time constraints if you are doing a full on dinner with multiple wines and dessert, etc. I think you are looking at 2 hours minimum followed by a 20-30 minute drive discounting event traffic. I don't want to steer you away because I love the place and I'm sure you would as well. Bones is very accommodating, I'd suggest a quick phone call and get their opinion. Good luck and please post a follow up after the event.

We have decided on Canoe, but their earliest resv is 5:30. I sent a note asking if that was enough time. If it is, I will post a follow up in May. Thanks again!

Hi all,
Canoe was fabulous. The In-laws loved it. They were really impressed and intrigued that I got the rec here on the forums. The food was great, particularly the fish and the wine list was solid. Great setting, too.
Thanks everyone!
Happy

I'm glad to hear everyone enjoyed Canoe. It's one of our favorite Atlanta restaurants. What did you think of the new Cobb performing arts center? It's maybe a year old and I haven't been there yet.

It was really fantastic. The acoustics were great and the facilties were top notch. No bad seats that I could see. The only negative was sitting at the end of a row and having people get up and down constantly.
Thanks again! H