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Prince Edward Island Mussels - Cafe Lily, Decatur, GA

Cafe Lily

4.7 (1397)
$31 to $50
European
308 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Suite B, Decatur, GA 30030

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Café Lily is a venerable neighborhood bistro offering an eclectic variety of cuisines from around the Mediterranean Sea: Italy, France, Greece, Spain, Portugal, North Africa, and the Middle East. Established in 1999, Café Lily remains the quintessential Decatur restaurant, whether you are looking for a nice, romantic dinner, a celebration party, a large event, or just some small plates and a nice glass of wine!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Pitillo
  • Private party facilities
    A Decatur institution for over 20 years, Cafe Lily is a warm, neighborhood bistro that features rustic cooking which emphasizes fresh quality ingredients and bold but balanced flavors from the many countries around the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (404) 371-9119
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Decatur
  • Cross street
    Ponce de Leon Place
  • Parking details
    Private parking spaces surround the building and the metered spots in close vicinity to the restaurant are free after 6 pm and all day Sunday. Do NOT park at CVS or at the bank behind Pho King, as they will boot.
  • Public transit
    The Decatur Marta Station is one block away at the intersection of Commerce and Swanton Way, and there is a Marta Bus Stop directly in front of the restaurant on West Ponce de Leon Ave.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Gin/Vodka $5 Tuesday Cocktails

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    $5 House Gin/Vodka Tuesdays

    Gin/Vodka $5 Tuesday Cocktails Photo
  • Whiskey Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    $5 House Whiskey Cocktails!

    Whiskey Wednesday Photo
  • Thursday Half Priced Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    Thursday Half Priced Wine Any bottle of wine priced $50or less is half-off

    Thursday Half Priced Wine Photo

What 1,397 people are saying

Cafe Lily reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • DeKalb

    Best Service

  • DeKalb

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Lily in Decatur is cherished for its "exceptional service," "delicious food," and "relaxed atmosphere." While most diners rave about the "attentive service" and "great specials," some mention occasional inconsistencies in food quality. The restaurant is praised for being a "neighborhood gem" with a diverse menu, making it ideal for special occasions and casual dining alike.

1,397 Reviews
  1. Jane

    Atlanta30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cafe Lily is consistently a great choice for nice dining experience. We were having a small family get-together and were seated in a little alcove-type, and thus quieter, area where we could easily enjoy good conversation. Everyone enjoyed their various selections — steak tartar, chicken piccata, scallops & risotto, lamb burger, pasta dish, etc. Very good service. Highly recommend!

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  2. Christine

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, pretty good. We went on a Sunday morning. So, the flowers were the "Saturday night flowers" - definitely not fresh - and the china & tablecloth are getting pretty worn out. Those contributed to my feeling that the "ambiance" was "eh." HOWEVER, our hard-pressed waitress was excellent, and my two guests enjoyed their salmon & jerk chicken. My own Salad Nicoise was fair. The biscuits were delicious, but on the cold side. The lemon dessert was excellent, but the cheesecake was only fair (not truly "Basque" or "Cajun").

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  3. Charlene

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a great dining experience at Café Lily. From the unique menu to the exceptional service and the dynamic atmosphere, customers are always pleased.

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  4. Kate

    Indiana7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Cafe Lily remains a trusted haven in Decatur. Lovely server, reliable menu. Many thanks.

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  5. Tony

    Miami1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My girlfriend and I had an underwhelming experience at Cafe Lily’s brunch. I ordered an amaretto sour and I kid you not, it was 80% cube of ice, 10% froth, and 10% actual liquid. $14 for a block of ice and foam essentially. The mimosa my girlfriend ordered wasn’t very good either. It tasted like a beer. We’ve had better at other brunch places. The lamb wrap was simply ok; it was something that I saw making myself at home. The crab cake benedict was very good though! The potatoes that came with both meals were good as well. I enjoyed how quiet it was! It was a great weather day and we sat outside. Some of the tables looked like they hadn’t been wiped down because there was debris and pollen on some of the tables. It costed $75, and I believe it would’ve been money better spent elsewhere.

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  6. Pamela VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorites. Always great food and great service,

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  7. Oded

    Atlanta20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in Decatur. The food is excellent, the service very attentive, and the atmosphere is very relaxed. We will be back👍

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  8. Jeri VIP

    Atlanta37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Axel our waitstaff was wonderful Very knowledgeable about the menu Gave us great suggestions

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  9. Charles

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience overall - Love the specials!

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  10. Robyn

    Atlanta13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We hadn't been to Cafe Lily in forever. The food was delicious, our server Dylan was helpful and professional. We'll be back soon!

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FAQs

Cafe Lily offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 371-9119.

Cafe Lily is rated 4.7 stars by 1397 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Lily does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Cafe Lily

308 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Suite B, Decatur, GA 30030

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ponce de Leon Place
  • Neighborhood
    Decatur
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Mediterranean, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking spaces surround the building and the metered spots in close vicinity to the restaurant are free after 6 pm and all day Sunday. Do NOT park at CVS or at the bank behind Pho King, as they will boot.
  • Public transit
    The Decatur Marta Station is one block away at the intersection of Commerce and Swanton Way, and there is a Marta Bus Stop directly in front of the restaurant on West Ponce de Leon Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Pitillo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    A Decatur institution for over 20 years, Cafe Lily is a warm, neighborhood bistro that features rustic cooking which emphasizes fresh quality ingredients and bold but balanced flavors from the many countries around the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (404) 371-9119
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