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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
7791 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 86 times today
Experiences are available.
  • 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*

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Delivery & takeout

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

What 7,791 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Best Service

  • Atlanta

    Best Service

  • Atlanta

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Poor Calvin's offers "an incredible experience" with its unique Asian-Southern fusion cuisine that delights diners with "delicious and creative flavors." The atmosphere is lively, complemented by "friendly and attentive" service. Highlights include "lobster fried rice" and "lobster mac and cheese." Frequent guests praise this Atlanta gem for its "amazing" food and exceptional service.
7,792 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience!!! Ashley, from Oregon, was are waitress. The entire staff was attentive and courteous.

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  2. Alex

    VIP

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poor Calvin’s is my favorite restaurant in Atlanta. I’ve been traveling out of state for many years just to visit this restaurant and it’s always perfect - it’s definitely worth the 2 hour drive! The staff is so welcoming and friendly - and the food is always so good. I’ve celebrated my birthday here and brought my family along - it was great! I also enjoy their brunch menu (they now have a brunch happy hour from 3-4 and it’s amazing!!! - I hope this sticks around) The crab meat grilled cheese and rum punch is top tier! Today, I had my usual crabmeat grilled cheese and lobster wontons (as an appetizer) - and to my surprise, they swapped out the fries for asparagus on the crabmeat dish. This was not a good surprise, unfortunately. I definitely miss the fries and aioli drizzled over them and the sandwich. Today, it was like opening a box of donuts and seeing it filled with broccoli instead of the donuts you wanted :( I sure hope they consider bringing back the fries and aioli - those two items transform the sandwich and experience :) But like I said, this is an amazing restaurant with great staff and I don’t regret my visit today! It was still well worth it.

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  3. PaulaB

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poor Calvin's is our favorite place to visit. Always consistent, always exceptional service, always delicious!

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  4. Quinton

    Atlanta

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing as always . Whether date night or by yourself, grab a seat at the bar and find new friends in the city of Atlanta.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience!!! Another level of food and creativity!!! Service was great too!!!

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  6. Tina

    VIP

    Nashville

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food & cocktails are always amazing & everytime hubby & I visit ATL, we make it a point to dine here. Lena, our server, was lovely as she walked us through all of the specials, customized our cocktails to our preferences & gave us amazing service throughout our entire dinner. This time around was hubby’s birthday & though we were stuffed from dinner, they surprised him with a delicious Bailey’s coconut ice cream scoop & candle.

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  7. Jen

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joy was our server and she was top notch! Great recommendations and so fun and funny! This was our second time here and it was just as delicious as last time. I don’t think there’s one bad thing on the menu. And…the mixed drinks are amazing. Go, enjoy, it’s worth it!

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  8. Chad

    VIP

    Indiana

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was very great, food, service and venue. I am against restaurants including a mandatory gratuity, especially for a party of 4 where there is no notification on Open Table where I was booking. And I am 100% against paying tax on the gratuity. Never before have I been asked to pay tax on the tip I left to the server.

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  9. Alexandra

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Andre was a fantastic server and I will definitely be back.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poor Calvin’s never disappoints! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with warmth and exceptional service. The food is nothing short of incredible—each dish bursting with flavor and creativity. Our wonderful server, Joy, made sure every need was met and offered excellent recommendations that elevated our dining experience. Thank you, Joy, for your attentive care and for making our meal unforgettable! Your name truly says it all!

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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 7791 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 86 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Poor Calvin's

510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Delivery & takeout
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