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Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA
Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA
Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA
Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA
Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA

Poor Calvin's

4.9
4.9
7775 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic

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7:00 PM
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Booked 59 times today
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  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
We know the word "fusion" has been wielded about to justify everything from Hula Burgers to Mexican lasagna. But the East-meets-South brand of fusion happening at Poor Calvin's? It's creative; it's innovative; and it's probably unlike anything you've tasted in the ATL. After working in kitchens around the world, Calvin Phan wanted to shake things up a little. And so, into the mac 'n cheese, the Thai spices went. Now, Calvin's giving Southern staples, like sea bass and fried chicken, a decidedly creative Asian-inspired twist (and a nip of spice, too). He has created innovative dishes, approached in much the same way, leave the hands of Calvin Phan day in and day out. His dedication and attention to detail are evident in each dish and dessert. You won't be disappointed.

*Last seating 1 hour before close*

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 254-4051
  • Website
    http://www.poorcalvins.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Catering
    E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.
  • Location
    510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Renaissance Parkway
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Public transit
    A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Late Brunch Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Every Sunday 3~4pm Happy Hour Brunch! Mimosa 5 Bloody Mary 6 Cognac Margarita 9 Red Sangria 9 Rum Punch 9 Beignets 11 Seafood Omelette 25 Crab Grilled Cheese 25 Chicken & Waffle 25 Shrimp or Fish & Grits 25

Menu

Poor Calvin's Dinner Menu

Small Bites

  • Shaky Shrimp$14.00

    tempura black tiger shrimp, cajun aoili

    • Lobster Crawfish Wontons$16.00

      cream cheese, caviar, mango glaze, truffle balsamic

      • Seafood Spring Rolls$14.00

        hoisin peanut sauce

        • Fried Calamari$15.00

          japanese Aioli

          • Lobster Macaroni & Cheese$16.00

            • Lemongrass Steamed Mussels$18.00

              • Tom Yum Soup$13.00

                shrimp, calamari

                • Buttermilk Fried Frog Legs$15.00

                  roti, thai sweet chili dipping sauce

                  • Steamed Chicken & Pork Dumplings$12.00

                    ginger soy

                    • Deviled Eggs & Crab$16.00

                      lavender wine jelly, ghost pepper bbq, caviar

                      • Fried Green Tomatoes & Korean Beef$16.00

                        goat cheese crumbles, ghost pepper bbq (without beef $14)

                        • Baby Kale Salad$9.00

                          champagne parmesan vinaigrette

                          • Crab Beignet$17.00

                            crab, cashew pimento, pecorino (without crab 12)

                            Sides & Veggies

                            • Broccolini$8.00

                              • Asparagus$6.00

                                • Bok Choy$6.00

                                  • Mashed Potatoes$4.00

                                    thai sweet chili

                                    • Gailan$8.00

                                      • Fried Lobster Tail$17.00

                                        The Sea

                                        • Chilean Seabass$49.00

                                          miso glazed, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke heart blanco, quail egg, mashed potato

                                          • Lobster Fried Rice$46.00

                                            eggs, diced greens, tempura lobster tail

                                            • Curry Seafood$44.00

                                              lobster, tiger shrimp, scallops, calamari, green mussels, fresh vegetables, jasmine rice

                                              • Pad Thai (gluten free)$42.00

                                                eggs, bean sprouts, ground peanuts, tamarind glaze

                                                • Fried Grouper Boat$45.00

                                                  grilled tiger shrimp, fresh vegetables, pineapples, cashews, tomato, basil, sweet sour sauce, jasmine rice

                                                  • Curry Scallop & Lobster Tail (gluten free)$37.00

                                                    coconut milk, fresh vegetables, butter jasmine rice (sub daily vegan protein or tofu $34)

                                                    The Land

                                                    • Grass Fed Australian Lamb Chops$49.00

                                                      fresh asparagus, mashed potatoes, siam sauce (add goat cheese $4, add wine jelly $4)

                                                      • Crispy Beef$36.00

                                                        certified angus beef tips, fresh vegetables, sweet soy glaze, jasmine rice (add grilled lobster tail $11)

                                                        • Laksa Duck Noodle & Lobster Tail$49.00

                                                          Culver Farms duck breast, grilled lobster tail, rice noodles, gailan, thai sweet chili

                                                          • Korean BBQ Ribs$39.00

                                                            lobster macaroni & cheese, collard greens

                                                            • Country Fried Chicken$38.00

                                                              airline chicken breast, mashed potato, collard greens, lobster & chicken andouille sausage cream sauce (gluten free upon request)

                                                              • Pad See Ew Beef (gluten free)$34.00

                                                                wok tossed rice noodles, fresh vegetables, egg, sweet soy (sub vegan protein or tofu $34)

                                                                Dessert

                                                                • Red Velvet Suspension Cake$15.00

                                                                  • Toasted Pound Cake$16.00

                                                                    • Fuji Apple$15.00

                                                                      • Peach Cobbler Empanada$16.00

                                                                        Last updated: May 10, 2024

                                                                        What 7,775 people are saying

                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                                        4.9
                                                                        4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                        • 4.9Food
                                                                        • 4.9Service
                                                                        • 4.8Ambience
                                                                        • 4.7Value

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                                                                        Review summary

                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                        Poor Calvin's in Downtown Atlanta is a "hidden gem" known for its imaginative Asian fusion cuisine and "top-notch" service. Guests rave about the "amazing" staff, especially standout servers like Joy and Ashley. With creative dishes like lobster fried rice and an inviting atmosphere, Poor Calvin's is perfect for any occasion.
                                                                        7,776 Reviews

                                                                        1. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          Atlanta

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          The food was great and the experience was a really good one. My wife loved it

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                                                                        2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          Miami

                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          The food was absolutely delicious! Our waiter Justin was fabulous!!! He knew about EVERYTHING on the menu. He made sure we were taken care of and recommended some amazing options. 10/10

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                                                                        3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          Unspecified

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Everything was amazing as usual! I try to make it to Poor Calvin's at least 3 to 4 times a year! I enjoy the impeccable attention of the staff and the delicious entrees and appetizers. I've never had a bad experience. Thank you to Poor Calvin's team!

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                                                                        4. Mike

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Atlanta

                                                                          23 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          23 reviews

                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          What a gem in midtown! Calvin has created a fantastic environment for great cuisine. We’ll be back!!

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                                                                        5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          Chicago

                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          I always recommend trying the specials and tonight was no exception. Chef Calvin outdid himself on the app steak special with fresh roti.

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                                                                        6. Wayne

                                                                          Baltimore

                                                                          25 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          25 reviews

                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Food, service and ambiance, Poor Calvin’s has it all. It is a converted house so the room size lends itself to lower noise level. The choice of art work is lovely. The room I was in had two Thai/Asian style art pieces that I would love to have in my home. Service was kind, courteous and present. You get a pleasant greeting and salutation on the way out. The food is a wide ranging Asian/Southern fusion cuisine. I had a seafood spring roll for app. Yummy! Real chopped vegetables and seafood inside a crisp fried wrapper nestled in a delightful sweet sauce. For entree I had crispy fried soft crab. A delicacy us Marylanders hold high. I had a craft cocktail that was bourbon based with pear puree and some kind of baking spice. Not too sweet just right with flavors that take you away. Definitely try Poor Calvin’s when in Atlanta.

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                                                                        7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          New Orleans

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Everything was amazing. My boyfriend and I were there for date night our server was amazing I cannot think of her name (started with an m) but she was super attentive and knowledgeable. The drinks were amazing. We will be back

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                                                                        8. Michelle

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Orlando

                                                                          118 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          118 reviews

                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          The food is excellent and the service was even better!

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                                                                        9. Noemi

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          27 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          27 reviews

                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Wonderful food Great. Service Awesome ambiance I totally recommend the place Many options you can’t find anywhere else in the world

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                                                                        10. Robert

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Atlanta

                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Great food and great service. A bit loud and seating is tight.

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                                                                        FAQs

                                                                        Poor Calvin's does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

                                                                        Poor Calvin's is rated 4.9 stars by 7775 OpenTable diners.

                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                        Find next available

                                                                        At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

                                                                        Booked 59 times today
                                                                        Experiences are available.

                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                        Google Map for Poor Calvin's

                                                                        510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

                                                                        Additional information

                                                                        • Cross street
                                                                          Renaissance Parkway
                                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                                          Downtown
                                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                                          Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                        • Price
                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                          Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                          Casual Elegant
                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                          Business Casual
                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                          Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
                                                                        • Public transit
                                                                          A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
                                                                        • Payment options
                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                        • Executive chef
                                                                          Calvin Phan
                                                                        • Additional
                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                        • Website
                                                                          http://www.poorcalvins.com/
                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                          (404) 254-4051
                                                                        • Catering
                                                                          E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                          We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.

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