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Nikolai's Roof

4.7
4.7
1635 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary French / American
Operating since 1976 and winner of the AAA Diamond Award for 23 consecutive years, Nikolai's Roof is located on the 30th floor of the Hilton Atlanta and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlanta skyline. Chef Daniel Palaima has partnered with organic farmers, fishermen, and local game farmers to create fresh takes on traditional European-inspired cuisine.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French / American

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (404) 221-6362

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Daniel Palaima

  • Private party facilities

    For large parties and special occasions, Nikolai's Roof combines an elegant atmosphere with exceptional service to create the perfect setting for your next event. We provide an unparalleled private dining experience floating above Atlanta's starlit skyline.

  • Private party contact

    Daniel Rudiger: (404) 221-6362

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Cross street

    John Portman Blvd.

  • Parking details

    Validated Hotel Parking

  • Public transit

    MARTA - Peachtree Center Station

  • Entertainment

    Join us Wednesday nights for live music.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,635 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta Metro

    Great for fine wines

  • Atlanta Metro

    Romantic

  • Atlanta Metro

    Great for scenic views

  • Atlanta

    Great for fine wines

  • Atlanta

    Romantic

  • Atlanta

    Great for scenic views

  • Atlanta

    Good for special occasions

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  1. Slone

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. Exceptional wine list, too. Our waiter helped us choose the perfect bottle of wine. We will be back!
  2. JosephA

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant lived up to our lofty expectations. (Pun intended) It was a terrific place to celebrate our 48th wedding anniversary! One minor glitch: their steak knives are incredibly dull. In order to slice our otherwise very tender steak and duck we literally had to saw through the meat!
  3. DCH1

    Atlanta Metro

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    We haven't been here in 25 years - the ambiance and service are still superb as are the views. The menu is well put together and the food was good. The duck breast is recommended
  4. Vicious

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great 4 course meal. Great atmosphere. Great staff.
  5. LindaL

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolute perfection. I've always wanted to go here since it opened in 1976. Worth the wait.
  6. MadelineG

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a fantastic experience! The view, even while stormy, was great. Our waiter was amazing as well. All of our food was delicious. Truly a unique dining experience. Glad we went.
  7. Luvthisplace

    Jacksonville

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely dinner for our 43rd anniversary!! Thanks for everything again!
  8. Pamela

    Western NC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very pleasant environment Our meal was excellent.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The experience was good. I just thought the value for money was good or the pricing online that shows $50+++ was a little misleading.
  10. BaileyP

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good meal—everyone in our party left happy. The food and presentation were first rate. This iconic Atlanta restaurant is definitely worth a visit.
  11. Elizabeth

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Nice ambience!
  12. IvanR

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, great service and amazing views! Excellent value.
  13. MeganW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary here… it was way beyond anything we expected in all the best ways!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ame este restaurante súper limpio, organizado , comida de nivel . El servicio y bienvenida de lo mejor , simplemente lo mega recomendado
  15. BrittanyH

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are staying at the Hilton for a family emergency and decided to try Nikolai’s. It was a great decision! Food was delicious and the staff was friendly and punctual. Would give 10/10.
  16. Jasp

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service, Food and View are amazing - Really had a very good Business Diner
  17. SZNN

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Had a disappointing dinner here. First course came out great, then our entree course took almost 30 minutes to come out. When it did come out, the duck was over cooked and the sauces on the plate had a film on the top as if my plate had been sitting under a heat lamp for quite some time. A few minutes after it’s arrival to the table, another person came by with a blob of purée on a small plate. They said, “here is the purée for the duck entree. It didn’t make the plate.” The duck was so over cooked it was almost inedible. The cheese plate was underwhelming. The apple dessert was raw apples and was also cold. Just very disappointing for a dinner that we spent almost $400 on. Our server kept apologizing for the kitchen but then would leave us with empty wine + water glasses for so long we had to flag down a different server to get them for us. Overall very disappointing and upsetting. A huge waste of money.
  18. JorgeG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's been over a decade since the last time I went and it is still impeccable. Fantastic service and excellent cuisine! Got a window table with one of the best views in town and our server Vassil was pleasant, courteous, and walked us wonderfully through our entire evening. Cocktails and wine were perfect. We left completely full and could not eat another thing if we tried. We'll be back again!
  19. KellieC

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sanja took such excellent care of us, attentive and professional with bread and water service. He was super thoughtful, like a member of the family. Scott was knowledgeable and professional.
  20. FelipeNunes

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great, and so was the meal. We chose the four course and were absolutely blown away by the attention to detail each plate had, and how great everything was prepared. The view was amazing! Would highly recommend and will definitely dine at Nikolai’s Roof again.
  21. TaraS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I thought the food was amazing and the service was delightful. I do recommend if people are coming for the views the windows get a little TLC.
  22. StephenA

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Outstanding 4 course meal, with beautiful view & atmosphere. The carrot soup appetizer was a highlight.
  23. Kaybie

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The wait staff was amazing - professional, friendly, attentive. The ambience was nice - quiet and enjoyable. We came for the view but the windows were extremely dirty, which made it hard to enjoy the view. The steak tartar was incredible. They brought out a candle for my daughter’s birthday which was really sweet. Everything else was good but overall did not meet the expectations of the cost.
  24. ThomasH

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family and I had a memorable evening celebrating a birthday. The atmosphere, food and service was all outstanding!!
  25. Aliya99

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    So incredibly disappointed. With such high reviews and ratings we expected our food to be much higher quality and the atmosphere to be much more pleasant. We ordered the 4 course tasting menu, and were not even able to eat the tri tip waygu (at an upcharge). More silver skin than meat and the meat was blue rare when we ordered medium. We ended up taking no more than 3 bites of it before giving up and having to spit it into a napkin before telling them to keep the rest of it My duck breast was completely cold and the sauce that accompanied it acrid and overly salted. My server spilled water all over my bag and shoes, and someone allowed a loud toddler to bang on their table and yell and cry for the majority of our time there. At no point did an employee intervene or speak up, me and my partner were unable to have a conversation because we were unable to hear one another over the child. The windows were so mildewed we could barely see out of them as well. For almost $400 (not including the damage done to my bag and shoes from the spill my waiter caused) I wish we had gone somewhere else. What was supposed to be a wonderful anniversary evening ended up being ruined by this establishment.
  26. SteveC

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Dinner for weekend getaway. Dinner was very good. I did notice the windows were in bad need of cleaning. Unfortunately this made the view not as good as we remembered
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dinner was outstanding! Our waitress was superb.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Amazing service! Windows a little dirty and view was obstructed. Food was good but a bit pricey for what you received.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our 5yr wedding anniversary here. The ambiance and food were great. A nice view overlooking the city.
  30. Haley

    Western NC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    Nikolai’s was a disappointment. We were expecting to be wowed, and every dish (with the exception of the cheese course) was mediocre at best. The value for our money was poor, and the view was obscured by grimy windows. There are only 2 or 3 tables in the restaurant with a worthwhile view of the city. Parking was limited, and this was not what we expected from a fine dining establishment.
  31. ShariH

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly enjoyed the experience. Great food, service, and ambience.
  32. AnnK

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience5
    The crabcake was good, the desserts were fine. Portions were extremely small, the duck was not a full breast. The steak was two slices from a thin cut. Asked for medium rare and the ends were well done, the middle was red but not juicy. I have had better and for 1/2 the price.
  33. blackasian

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nikolai's doesn't disappoint. Basil our waiter was amazing. He explained every course as it came out. He was extremely pleasant and made the experience wonderful.
  34. lauren

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was absolutely spectacular! The atmosphere was very sophisticated yet relaxed which made for a pleasant evening. Each dish was so incredibly vibrant and diverse in flavor, leaving you satisfied but excited for the next course. Vassil provided excellent service being vastly knowledgeable about the menu and attentive to our dining experience. Truly an evening to remember!
  35. TanSolo

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Portions too small, prices too high, service too slow. 👎
  36. BobR

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The experience was excellent. The food was awesome - great favors and uncommon selections. The view and ambiance were wonderful. The service was superb and go along with the rest of the evening!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was extremely flavorful and well done. My wife had the salmon and I had the filet mignon for our entrees. The PBJ for the appetizer and the garden salad my wife had tasted of fresh veggies/ingredients- again , great flavor. Our desserts were the apple pie as chocolate cake. Nothing was left on the plate! The only gripe would be the difficulty parking due to the cheerleading event, but the ambiance, service and food at Nikolai’s was top notch!
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Experience, great service and outstanding dinner! Most certainly recommend!
  39. TWiliams

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nikolai’s Roof offers a stellar three to four course menu, curated with options reflecting exemplary details and exquisite ingredients. Every bite reflected the phenomenal range and expertise of the chefs. The picturesque, panoramic view of the night sky added to the breathtaking dining experience. There are just some opportunities that should never be missed. Nikolai’s Roof, in the heart of downtown Atlanta, is one of them.
  40. GioacchinoStrada

    Atlanta Metro

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had the place to ourselves. The cook (or possibly another server) came out to help us pronounce the french name of the dessert. The service was white-glove, and the food was one of a kind. I had never tried any of the flavors profiles presented before. I can't think of another place that could produce such unique and exquisite tastes. One of a kind! My wife is now even more in love with me now than she was beforehand, so it was totally worth it!

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Nikolai's Roof is rated 4.7 stars by 1635 OpenTable diners.

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 5 times today
Google Map for Nikolai's Roof

255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    John Portman Blvd.

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French / American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Validated Hotel Parking

  • Public transit

    MARTA - Peachtree Center Station

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Daniel Palaima

  • Entertainment

    Join us Wednesday nights for live music.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (404) 221-6362

  • Private party facilities

    For large parties and special occasions, Nikolai's Roof combines an elegant atmosphere with exceptional service to create the perfect setting for your next event. We provide an unparalleled private dining experience floating above Atlanta's starlit skyline.

  • Private party contact

    Daniel Rudiger: (404) 221-6362

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