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Lyla Lila Atlanta Reviews
The food was so well curated.
Really enjoyed every dish and its unique flavors. Russell our waiter had wonderful energy and brought color and excitement to each course. Highly recommend!
What a fantastic place for a fancy dinner!! It's not so
What a fantastic place for a fancy dinner!! It's not so fancy that you feel like you need to wear something extra special, but it isn't casual. The pasta dishes are amazing and you can get a 60% dish at 60% the original price, so you can try more or just have less and room for dessert. Service was great too. Parking is available in parking garages nearby or on the street. Get the artichokes and martini!!!!!
Lyla Lila lived up to the hype! Super lucky to go check it
Lyla Lila lived up to the hype! Super lucky to go check it out and explore a lot of the options on the menu. The food was great, the drinks were great, the service was great! Our server Stafford was by far one of my favorites servers I've ever had. We made the experience even better. The items we ordered was the cold smoked scallops, calamari, rack of lamb, wagyu beef ravioli, and the duck lasagna! Everything tasted fantastic. -The scallops came out with the lid on and the smoked inside the dish so they did the fancy lid removal and spinning of the smoke. Wasn't expecting that (I'm good without that attention you get from the rest of restaurant). Minus that the scallops were super delish. -The pesto with the calamari was super flavorful. -The wagyu beef and truffle ravioli made my heart happy. Best ravioli I've ever had and the cheese was so fresh tasting! -They are apparently known for the duck lasagna which I get now. It was quite tasty however it's a very filling dish. Reminded me of a holiday dish. -Last and definitely not least the Rack of Lamb, chefs kiss! This dish was my favorite of them all. The lamb was perfectly cooked and the sauces paired with it couldn't have been anymore perfect!!! Overall, great experience at Lyla Lila. Can't wait to go back and explore more of the menu.
We have been going to Lyla Lila since it opened and love it.
I just wanted to comment that the "supper club" they offer was beyond disappointing. Don't waste your money.
Parking is very difficult in this area so we ubered.
The place fills up fast so reservation, especially in the weekend, is highly recommended. The ambience and decor are elegant from floor to ceiling. There are some black vents on the ceiling that look strangely dirty and out of the picture, but I guess no one care to look up as much. Once I saw them, I couldn't unseen them. The service is professional and nice. The food is on the high price but it makes sense for the midtown location and the upscale restaurant. We had: - Broccoli & fennel salad: it's better to get a small portion if you plan to try several other dishes. We got the small portion and there's still a lot. - Crispy artichoke: super crunchy, like snack chip crunch. As much as I like the texture, the taste is too salty for me. - Calamari from the grill: fresh squid but the flavor is a mix of very salty, a hint of spiciness and bitterness where the charcoal burnt are. This dish doesn't work for me either. - Wagyu beef and black truffle ravioli: this dish is the star. - Squid ink spaghetti: the spaghetti texture is kind of chewy and not al dente. It's also over seasoning to my taste. - Ice cream sandwich with amarena cherry gelato and magic shell: this dessert is a star and highlight of the whole meal. All in all, the menu is a hit and miss to me personally. But the restaurant itself deserve good rating with tasty cuisine, and nice ambience. I still recommend the place.
Went there for a higher end date night while on the
Went there for a higher end date night while on the vacation. Our waiter was incredibly engaged and attentive. Very sleek ambiance. We ordered the calamari, the crispy duck lasagna and the cacio e pepe. All very good, but the cacio was the star.
Russell was our server for the evening, and my daughter and
Russell was our server for the evening, and my daughter and I had an amazing experience. Every course was exceptional. The waiter was personable, charming, and had a great personality. The restaurant was efficient and spectacular in their delivery of dishes. We started with the bread service and a chopped broccoli and fennel salad. My daughter had a perfectly cooked rack of lamb, while I enjoyed the Wagyu steak and truffle ravioli. We finished with chai tea and a beautifully crafted lemon cheesecake.
Forget the salad and main course - the blueberry cheesecake
Forget the salad and main course - the blueberry cheesecake is AMAZING. Service was very attentive. Ambiance was intimate, upscale and classy. Parking was kind of a nightmare. Due to (I think?) construction no cars were allowed to enter the deck in between Lyla and Georgian Terrace. There is a lot directly across from Lyla, but availability will depend on what's going on at the Fox. It cost $16 for about 3.5 hours. If it's an event night, plan ahead to find an alternative parking solution.
Wow, I was absolutely blown away by the quality of food
Wow, I was absolutely blown away by the quality of food here. They source their food from a local farm and have a rotating menu based on the produce. The decor and ambiance is tasteful. Service was attentive and pleasant. Probably the best Italian inspired restaurant I've been to, period. Crispy artichokes: the presentation was stunning. I liked the deep flavor of the stems, but felt the dish was quite one-noted. The cheese spread at the bottom of the plate was interesting, but I felt the fish roe was underutilized (in fact I couldn't taste any flavor from it but noticed it was there from the menu description). Wood grilled mushrooms: these were grilled to perfection which drew out a wonderful umami flavor from the mushrooms. There was a thicker mushroom and some enoki style ones - both were excellent. The truffle aioli was the cherry on top. Honestly I didn't know mushrooms could taste like this! Crispy duck lasagna: 13 layers of nicely cooked pasta topped with a delightfully crispy top since it's flash fried, then finished in the oven. The bechemel could've been more flavorful, and I could barely taste the duck. However, the carrot puree was lovely, along with the carrot and radish on the size. Portion size is big enough to feed 2-3 people, which I felt was incredibly generous of the restaurant. Cavatelli with pork ragu and tiger prawns: the pasta was made in-house and cooked perfectly. The pork was savory and tender. The prawns felt a little unnecessary as the dish would've held its own without them, but they were cooked well and I always love extra protein. Portion size was also quite sizable for this dish; we had leftovers. Tiramisu: I thought they dusted extra cocoa power for decor but it turned out to be chocolate shavings which was neat! The coffee flavor is quite strong to the point where it initially tastes too bitter, but as you eat more, it gradually balances out. I enjoyed the large-ish dark chocolate bits they included, which made for a sophisticated flavor. Definitely blows Cafe Intermezzo out of the water, no contest. Lemon cheesecake: much sweeter than the tiramisu but the lemon flavor was highlighted prominently. I enjoyed the extra creme fraiche on top with the lemon shavings, and the bluberries were huge, plump, and sweet. Definitely gave farm-to-table vibes! Overall, extremely impressed and thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. I got a few peeks into the kitchen as waitstaff were walking in and out, and it looked beautiful. They even had a table near the door with a lamp about 2 feet above the table (presumably for plating?) which gave the kitchen some beautiful lighting.
This meal was such a delight! Our favorite dishes of the
This meal was such a delight! Our favorite dishes of the evening were everything. Seriously, so hard to choose! We had the bread--fresh and steaming hot--the peach salad--really loved the saltiness of the pesto with the creaminess of the mozz and the surprise of the peach/beet mix. For our mains we did the small versions of the rabbit/mortadella tortellini and the duck lasagna. I'm glad that I tried the lasagna, and I liked it, but it was my least favorite dish of the evening. The tortellini, though, were so rich and fresh. The consommé took it to a much more nuanced and delicious taste. Next we had the snapper and the risotto--such a lovely pairing recommended by our server, Russell. Each of these dishes were rich, perfectly seasoned, and so savory! For dessert we shared the ice cream sandwich--it's a bit of a mess once you break into it, but we managed to eat it without getting any chocolate on ourselves, and honestly, the mess was part of the fun. I really enjoyed the ambiance--it was attractive without feeling stuffy. Russell was incredibly charming and fun, and it really did feel like we were getting in-house advice from a friend who loved his job and was happy to share it. Can't wait to go back!
Very nice contemporary cucine
Nice contemporary version of Italian classics. A lot of past dishes. Very refined taste for all courses. Nice and attentive service. The only negatives were the large abundance of butter in every dish i picked, and the qualities of the desserts
Incredible experience! My boyfriend and I came here for our
Incredible experience! My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary, and the food selection was amazing. Delicious scallops, divine dessert, every course was impressive. Well worth the money and the service was incredible. Try the cocktails!
Decor and ambiance is romantic and perfect for a date.
Service was a bit slow so don't go hungry. The appetizers were good but nothing mind blowing or memorable. Cold smoked scallops was clean to the taste. The mushroom was buttery but heavy after a while. The food was ok. I got the duck lasagna. The server recommended the smaller portion size which I am glad i did. The lasagna was cheesy and the noodles were thin. The downside was that there wasn't much duck. It felt like I was eating a cheese lasagna. The NY steak as deboned so it was easier to eat. The steak was cooked well and tasty.
Summary: great fine dining experience in midtown Atlanta;
Summary: great fine dining experience in midtown Atlanta; great interior; mostly pasta-drive; great cocktails and wine list; variety of good seating (bar, booth, etc.). Based on two visits a year apart (most recent was March 2024). Big fan of this place. Had the pappardelle with wagyu (with some wine by the glass), duck fat washed bourbon, and ice cream sandwich. Pasta was one of the best meals I've had in Atlanta--firm pasta, generous portion of wagyu, buttery but not overly heavy sauce. I may order it again next, although they change their menu. Bourbon cocktail was wonderful--hope that stays permanently. It's not overly complicated--just think of glass of bourbon but enhanced so that the mouthfeel and texture is thick and dessert-like. Serve on a single large rock with a touch of citrus. I like the ice cream sandwich, but I'd like to try the tiramisu next time. Vibe: love the interior--I can't describe that stuff, so just Google it. Good soundtrack too--mostly more refined 80s (Smiths, Cure, Talking Heads) with classic jazz. One thing--this place looks great in both day and night (the windows). One of my favorite nice places in Atlanta, especially since midtown and downtown don't have that many genuinely good options. Service: Nice and helpful with questions. Also, there's no dress code, but it's nice enough place that (for a guy), you'll want either dress pants or "proper" jeans with a dress shirt. Plenty of guys with blazers here too.
Wonderful experience for an anniversary dinner at Lyla Lila.
The service was attentive and helpful for each selection, be it food or wine. Pasta was very fresh and tasty (rare these days in restaurants) and perhaps the most surprising delight was the Tiramisu - perhaps the best I have had at a restaurant. Another highlight of the restaurant was the space and view. Atlanta often struggles with spaces that provide a true city experience and Lyla works wonders with its position and design. The busy streets and folks walking around (along with very large windows) helped seal the deal. Seating was open but still private and comfortable for a table for two, hard to find these days as well. I will be back!
Exceptional dinner that is perfect for a special
Exceptional dinner that is perfect for a special occasion! First I will recommend going to the Georgian Terrace parking garage. It is $20 but no one in my party was successful in finding another available parking garage in the area. This is the only negative I have about the experience. For appetizers, my group split the ciabatta and broccoli & fennel salad. The butter for the ciabatta was so unique and flavorful, and the salad was a nice refreshing bite before getting into the pasta. For entree, everyone in my party got a half portion of the smoked eggplant caramelle. It was by far the best thing we had and I wish I got a full portion. If you are looking to order a pasta dish, you must get this!!!! Perfect in every way. I also got the snapper. Good flavors but the pesto was concentrated in two bites, I wish it was spread over the whole snapper so it could be in every bite. I had a bite of my friend's duck lasagna. It was phenomenal but so rich -- rich in a good way, but I could definitely not finish the whole thing on my own! Another friend got the cappelletti which was also good, the sauce was the stand out. I am not a dessert person, but they wanted to order some, and I am so glad we did because the dessert was to die for!!!!! We did the chocolate orange mousse cake which was so flavorful, perfect caramel, and then the ice cream sandwich which was out of this world. I am not normally a sweets person but I think it was even better than the caramelle! Overall definitely worth the trip!
Now let me tell yall.
.. that cacio e pepe ravioli was DELICIOUS! I didn't really look at the menu prior to meeting a girlfriend here for an early dinner, but I love homemade pasta so I was down. When I first looked at the men, part of me wasn't completely sold on some dishes for one because I despise mushrooms. But wow I'm glad I went with this classic. The drink was just okay to me, it was the restaurants version of a margarita. Overall the ambience was great, servers were attentive, and I will be back for more cacio e pepe!
We had a party of 2 for dinner at 8 pm on Wednesday, 3/6/24.
We were able to get a reservation the week before, probably because it was the middle of the week, but they were still packed! Paid street parking and other parking garages and lots nearby. Mike D. was our waiter and he was great, along with everyone else who took care of us! We ordered way too much food, but we wanted to try a lot, and we got to take leftovers home. You can get half orders of the pastas, which is a game changer! We got to try more that way. no Here's what we got: - Rosemary Ciabatta Bread ($7): OMGGGG. The molasses-smoked salt butter was divine. It was reminiscent of an Auntie Anne's pretzel in the best way. - Crispy Artichokes ($22): This was the only thing we were both unimpressed with. Didn't feel like there was anything special about it and wouldn't get it again. - Cold Smoked Scallops ($28): Wowow. Super good and unique. Presentation was also cool with the dome of smoke. - Crispy Duck Lasagna (half order, $22): Good! Glad we got a half order because the full one would've been a lot! The carrot-coriander purée was also unexpectedly very good!! At other restaurants, it might've been a thoughtless garnish, but the carrot really freshened up the dish. - Capeletti Ravioli (half order, $23): Very good! - Wagyu Beef and Black Truffle Ravioli (half order, $25): Good, not as heavy as I was expecting. We wish it had been more truffle-forward. But the beef was very tasty! - NY Strip Steak ($65): Good! My picture doesn't do it justice. The potatoes and broccoli were good too. - Wood Grilled Mushrooms ($19): This was amaaaaazing. We got our truffle-forwardness and then some here. Soo good! For dessert, we got Tiramisu ($12) and Chocolate Mousse Cake ($12). Both were delicious! The Tiramisu was huuuge! The espresso ($3.50) was also good! For drinks, I got Atomic Bomb ($17) and Monks Repose ($16). They were good! They gave us free champagne because we were celebrating my husband's birthday and that was also very good. We had a wonderful experience here and would definitely be back to try more!
love love love lyla lila.
our server was so funny chill. she was perfect for our girls night dinner. we ordered a bunch of stuff and split it. the favorite 2 dishes were definitely the crispy artichokes (dont underestimate these) and the herb & spiced pappardelle with wagyu beef cheek. we also got the ice cream sandwich for dessert but honestly all the desserts looked so good. will deff be back!
Fantastic service and food.
The crispy artichokes are a must have! I especially liked that they offered smaller portions of pasta.
I have to admit, because it's in midtown I was skeptical.
There's a lot of hype restaurants in that area and I was scared I was about to blow a check on something we could have made at home... boy was I wrong. Absolutely exceptional restaurant. The food was remarkable, everything we tasted had very rich and deep flavor profiles. We started with the broccoli and fennel salad and it was so wonderfully simple and delicious. Then we got half portions of the duck lasagna and wagyu beef ravioli, which was more than enough to fill us up. My fiancé preferred the duck lasagna but honestly the wagyu beef ravioli was the star to me. I'm sure anything on this menu is enough to write home about. Also, as if that wasn't enough to sell us, our server was easily one of the kindest and most fun servers I've ever had. I left feeling like we got wined and dined by a friend. Living in this city, yall know how much of a treat that is.
My new favorite Italian restaurant in Atlanta.
It lived up to all the hype and was well worth the price. The food was incredible and full of flavor. Service and ambiance were also exceptional. The lasagna still lives rent free in my dreams...
Quality Food and easily located near Fox Theater
The location is located within two blocks of the Fox Theater, making it an excellent choice when attending an event. The menu is compact with really good choices. The duck lasagne, squid ink pasta, and fish were all good. They have a fairly large bar for such a small restaurant. The wine menu is quite pricey. I would like to see more reasonable choices offered under $100 bottle. The service was friendly and attentive.
Delicious dining experience
The food is so savory and delicious! Our server was helpful in making our entree selections. And the ambience was awesome! Can’t wait to return!
Decent food but unprofessional staff
Over all I’d give the food three and a half stars, but the service was very poor. Our waitress was extremely rude and unprofessional, possibly the worse I’ve ever had. Even my teenage boy who usually doesn’t notice anything made a comment. I am surprised how a restaurant that markets itself as an upscale place would hire waiters without proper training.
This is a hidden gem!
Great place! Nice bar.Good selection of wine by the glass. Italian cuisine with a modern touch. Try the cold smoke Scallops. or the white truffle pastas.
Wonderful dining experience.
Wonderful dining experience with excellent service. All the pasta dishes we tried were phenomenal. The desserts were exceptional. The ice cream sandwich was highlight.
One of The Best in ATL Right Now
Very good dinner. Good wait staff. Good wine list. Don't skip having at least one pasta dish, since they make it in-house. Everything was interesting, surprising, good flavors. Found street parking nearby. One of the best things is that it wasn't super loud so we could hear each other talk.
Pricey but Very Good
Located on Peachtree near the Fox Theatre, Lyla Lila is an attractive and buzzy restaurant. Our server, Mike, was helpful with the menu and gave very good and honest suggestions. We started with cocktails. The Soul Vaccination was overly sweet, but the Monk’s Repose was excellent. For food, we started with the Artichoke appetizer which was delicious and the very nice bread service. The mains were Roast Chicken and Snapper, both top rate. For dessert we had the Ice Cream Sando, a great finish to the meal. Even though the meal was delicious, I felt that the pricing was about 20% higher than I would expect. Nevertheless, I would recommend Lyla Lila and I hope to return.
Incredible Experience at Lyla Lila
The atmosphere is hip and spunky! Loved the 80’s music. The service was impeccable. Starting out we had the bread with butter. The butter was amazing. The broccoli and fennel salad was an absolute hit! For the pasta course we had the duck lasagna, corn and rabbit ravioli, cavatelli, and the cacio e pepe! All of the pastas were incredible. So much so that we couldn’t even rank them! For the entree we had the roasted chicken, porclet, and snapper. All of the dishes were delicious. The snapper melted in your mouth. We will definitely be back!
Outstanding dining experience
Outstanding dining experience. We order many different things and shared bites. All of it was prepared to perfection. Snapper was amazing as were the mushrooms and the leek salad. Ice cream sandwich dessert is yummy and fun. Casual atmosphere but sophisticated. Not pretentious. Pleasant staff.
Delicious and upscale
My husband and I ate dinner at Lyla Lila as a belated anniversary meal. We had noted this on our Resy reservation, and both the host and waiter wished us a happy anniversary upon arrival. We ordered wine and prosecco, ciabatta with persimmon butter, duck lasagna and ravioli, and tiramisu and the ice cream sandwich. It was wonderful. I wanted to ask if I could buy a tub of that persimmon butter, it was so good. I wish my portion size for my ravioli had been slightly bigger, because it was a main course that didn't come with meat and wasn't nearly as filling as the duck lasagna that my husband ordered. My only critique for the 'ice cream sandwich' would be to lose the chocolate magic shell coating. It clashed with the flavors of the pistachio gelato and fennel pizzelle and felt cheap. I ended up breaking it open and scraping it away so I wouldn't have to eat it. Otherwise, a great meal with good service and we would come back in a heartbeat.
Delicious creative food in a beautiful restaurant.
We ate dinner at the bar and enjoyed a couple craft cocktails and then wine. A lovely evening.
Some of the best Italian food in the city.
Such a good vibe. Hospitality is top notch. Everyone is genuinely happy to see you.
Had dinner at here, when you walk in through the curtain
Had dinner at here, when you walk in through the curtain you will find an elegant restaurant with the bar to the left and dining room tables to the right. The restaurant looks very nice both from the outside and in. Our server greeted us quickly and took our drink and appetizer order after helping walk us through the menu. We started with the Bread n butter, the tartare and broccoli salad. Like most restaurants the breast and butter should have been complimentary as it was fine but was also bread! The Tartare and the broccoli salad were both different and tasty with the Broccoli salad being my favorite of the 3. For our mains we had the Cavatelli and duck lasagna. The Cavatelli was good about above average but the duck lasagna was amazing, big portion, different and delicious! For drinks we got the Rittenhouse rye old fashion and the thin white Duke, both drinks were on point. Overall the service was good, the atmosphere inviting. Not having valet is a miss but there is a parking garage across the street. Our server was good but could have been a bit friendlier. I would go back again.
Good looking place with decent service.
Wouldn't go out of my way to come back to this place, but if I was nearby and craved pasta, I'd come here again.
Super delicious!
Great ambiance, the music, the decoration, the food and the service were super goid! The snapper is sooo delicious! The lime cheesecake soooo good! Worth visiting!
Lyla Lila EXCEEDED my expectations.
My girlfriend surprised me with dinner here for my birthday, and we were both blown away. We both love Italian food, so this place was perfect.I highly suggest you make a reservation for this place. I think they might do walk-ins, but I'm not too entirely sure. We went on my actual birthday, 2/8, but my girlfriend made the reservation around the second or third week of January. The food was incredible and the drinks were great, so it only makes sense that this place is always so booked up. We both started with a cocktail each and then moved on to appetizers and then ordered a bottle of wine, followed by two entrées, and then dessert with a glass of champagne. We shared everything, we always share whenever we go out to eat. I will list out what we got to eat/drink here:Drinks: Sure as Spring and Monk's Repose. I can't remember the wine bottle we got unfortunately.Appetizer: Rosemary Ciabatta, Broccoli & Fennel Salad, and the Tuna CrudoEntrées: Tajarin Egg Yolk Pasta & Cacio e Pepe Agnolotti RavioliChampagne: I can't remember which champagne we got unfortunatelyDessert: Lemon CheesecakeAll the food was absolutely incredible. Nothing disappointed. A good thing to know about the pasta dishes, is that for most of them, you can get a half portion so it's easier to share. For some you aren't allowed to get a half portion though, like the Tajarin pasta we got, we had to get a full portion. The tuna crudo was some of the best tuna crudo I have ever had, so I highly suggest you try it out. The salad was so flavorful and had a nice bite to it. They also have other types of main courses as well, not just pasta, so there's something on this menu for everyone.The drinks we had were pretty good as well. Albeit, they were quite strong, but not unbearable. For the wine bottle we got, we told the server what we both liked, and she passed it on to a sommelier at the bar who came to the table and provided us some incredible service and a great recommendation. Overall, I would highly recommend this place to anyone that is celebrating a special occasion or just is in the mood for a really fancy dinner. The service was incredible and the food was even better. I would definitely come back here again. Side note, our server's name was Caryn Johnson, and she was EXCELLENT. Consider yourself lucky if she's your server.
Everything that we ate was delicious, but my favorite was
Everything that we ate was delicious, but my favorite was the tuna crudo! It was amazing! We also had the rosemary ciabatta, cacio e pepe ravioli and the ice cream sandwich. I can't wait to go back to try some other items on the menu!
Been wanting to try this restaurant for awhile now and it
Been wanting to try this restaurant for awhile now and it did not disappoint. Delicious food and service. A must are the tuna crudo and the grilled mushrooms with black truffle aioli. Amazing! We also devoured the Wagyu beef ravioli, the beef cheek with scallops, and the pork rack. Quite frankly, I wanted everything on the menu sigh...this means, I've hit yo to back soon. Rsvp is a must and for prime diner times so plan ahead. Enjoy!
Good grief.
I had such high expectations after reading the great reviews. We had several appetizers and main courses for our group. The bread (which cost $7.00) is so salty I could not eat it. We had tuna as one of our three appetizers. Small portions. Expensive. One person in our group ordered a steak. She could barely eat it because of all of the salt. The duck lasagna which everyone raves about was mediocre at best - not a lot of flavor. After hearing how wonderful this place is from all the reviews, I made a reservation a couple of months in advance only to be disappointed. On a positive note, the ambience is nice. The server was nice. The hostess and manager were arrogant and for no reason. We did not complain about the food to our server. No need to. Don't waste your money on this place. The food I cook at home is far better than anything I tasted at this place. Oh- Parking is very expensive especially if there is a show at the fox. So disappointed in what I expected to be an amazing experience.
I can't describe how delicious this meal has been.
From appetizer to dessert, cocktails, wine, and service at Lyla Lila was phenomenal.The cocktails started off the dinner in a strong manner. We tried the fat-washed riff on an old fashioned, and it was smooth and delicious. The appetizers were a great start, but I thought the pasta course was delicious! We tried several dishes and finished with tiramisu.The wine by the glass options were exceptional and the waitress was helpful in choosing. I can't wait to return.
Food was excellent! We did not have a reservation so we
Food was excellent! We did not have a reservation so we sat at the bar. Wanted a bite to eat before a show at the Fox. All staff was friendly and accommodating. Loved the choices we made. A few apps but was enough. Atmosphere was a little dim for us old folks but was hip and trendy. Would go back again when in Atlanta
I have been to Lyla Lila many times and every time is
I have been to Lyla Lila many times and every time is better than the last. Tonight we enjoyed cocktails, wine, and dinner in the bar area and Ellen took such great care of us. We started with cocktails. Ellen recommended a new seasonal "Negroni"-ish gin cocktail with apple cider that was refreshing and so delicious. We then enjoyed crudo, cold smoked scallops, artichokes, and squid ink pasta for dinner all incredibly amazing. The ambiance and service from Ellen made our night tonight. Always and forever a favorite of ours in Atlanta!
Lyla Lila is a fantastic experience.
This restaurant is a gem from the outstanding wine and cocktail program to the exquisite pasta selections. Ask for recommendations from the congenial and knowledgeable servers (Ellen is the best). Enjoy the soothing decor, and the cocktails made by Garry (so luscious).Don't miss out on the ravioli with short ribs, cavatelli with pork cheek and lobster, or duck lasagna.
Lyla Lila is delicious.
I have absolutely zero qualms with the food. Truly, apps pastas entrees all 5 stars The service was worse than bad. I left my anniversary dinner feeling like what should've been a nice evening with chill vibes was turned into one of the most awkward dinners I've ever had. I'm just gonna go out on a limb and say our server was having a bad night. It happens. Now...I was a bartender for 10 years and worked in a fine dining restaurant most of those. So I get it. I truly do! But respectfully, she should probably not be a server. I read on the first page of the bar menu, that questions were not only welcome but encouraged. Turns out, nah. On a good note--The food was great. We got the bread with pine chili butter. tuna crudo- which was AMAZING, spicy pork ragu, truffled wagyu beef ravioli, sweet potato mezzaluna, and wood mushroom side. So that's that. If you wanted to know about the food that's it- you can stop reading. If you are curious as to why it was the worst service I've had in years, please continue. The menu blurb about welcoming conversation and questions HAHAHA....No. Don't ask questions. Unless you wish to be condescended to. I mentioned I ordered the Monks Repose last visit and loved it but it was a touch on the sweet side so I was going to order a different one but she steered me towards a bizarre oil slicked gin cocktail with citrus. "A play on a martini" It came with lemon peel and an olive. Whew. It was...bad. I didn't send it back, but ordered a dirty martini.I asked if they had blue cheese olives. She *bored shrugs and says "sure""You do?"Same bored shrug "Sure" OKAY...Awesome, thanks. Maybe she's going for a cool casual can't be bothered attitude. Not how I'd approach any table expecting exceptional service but hey, maybe it'll grow on me. SPOILER ALERT/ it did not. I then slid the first cocktail - still full - forward and said you can take this one. she goes "do you not like it?" You mean this full untouched cocktail I'm asking you to take with you? Yeah, clearly I loved it. I said, "no. Sorry.""May I ask what specifically you didn't like about it?"I then started to explain that while it was different it just tasted like citrus oil and gin she interrupts me and goes "oh so you just like dirty martinis" woah lady! ........uhm. No, Pamela. I like all sorts of cocktails actually.It's not personal?I kind of nervously laughed like she wasn't being condescending and rude and she walked away. At this point I was scanning my memory to recall if I ever worked with her or fired her or something that would make this make sense. Whew. Y'all buckle up because this is just the beginning. So the next cocktail comes out. The liquid is pretty clear. I can already tell I'll want it dirtier but it was a random server that dropped them quickly and walked away. No worries, I tasted it anyway- def needed olive juice...BUT it was cold and olives were good so I sipped while I waited for her to come back. I asked her for a side of olive juice and she goes "is there not enough olive juice?" Alright Professor. I MEAN, why would I ask for some more if there was?!?!I responded "yeah I don't think there is any in it actually" she leans over my glass and retorts "Well I can see the olive juice oils in the glass"AM I BEING PUNK'ED?! I've never in my life had a more combative server. I said "okay no worries, I just need some more then"She then huffs and snatched the glass up from the table and snaps "I'll just have them make a whole new one for you"I was puzzled and was like "uhhh no, it's okay I just need a side of olive juice" She goes "Well you just LOOK mad."I was like. "Uhhhh. What?!""You just look really mad"At this point I'm in shock and my husband and I make eye contact and are both puzzled because I have been nothing but friendly and polite AND I have the opposite of resting bitch face. I was so taken aback I didn't insist on asking for a manager...thinking back on the experience. I definitely should have. "Im not mad? You don't need them to make a whole new cocktail i just want some more olive juice?"She insisted that I looked very mad. At this point, honestly, I was more afronted than mad. I felt like I was being harassed for simply asking for very small things at my anniversary dinner. I was wide eyed and didn't know what she wanted me to say and then she rambled about a busy kitchen and issues with running out of items or something and leaves and we sat there in silence.I mean, shit happens. But someone higher up should've been told that things were taking a deep diveNot a single manager touched the table. No one asked how the meal was going. No one asked if we were enjoying our experience. I wish they had. Because I probably wouldn't have written this review. Overall 4/5 for food!!!But service was slow, awkward, aggressive, rude, condescending, combative, and intense. So....maybe don't go here for a special occasion.
culinary delight
Our first night in Atlanta, and we didn’t make a reservation because we didn’t know when we would arrive. The hostess was friendly and accommodating. Our server was knowledgeable and helpful with menu and wine selections. The duck lasagna is simply delightful. Order appetizer size or share. My husband had the pasta with black truffles and that was very good. It has nice ambiance and decor.
Lose the attitude
The food - especially the duck lasagne -- was amazing. But the attitude of the hostesses and bartenders has got to go. It was as if they thought we were lucky to be there (paying them $300 for dinner). Almost funny if it wasn't so insulting. We will not be back.
A gustatory journey
Though some of the staff have a bit of an attitude, the culinary experience will overwhelm you. The artichokes are just incredible, grilled leaves covering a perfectly done heart. The duck ragu lasagna will feed a family of four and is a unique eating adventure. Wonderful sommelier who guided us to a wine that paired perfectly to the meal. The pana cotta and the chocolate cake are must desserts that play off of each other fantastically.
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