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no. 246

4.8
4.8
2922 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
No. 246 offers “OG” red sauce, classic Italian – a reimagined direction that marks a new era for the Decatur gem, paying homage to the old-school, Italian dining scenes of yesteryear. From chefs Drew Belline and Ford Fry, the menu showcases the likes of spicy rigatoni vodka and a bowl of meatballs in gravy plus remixed, throwback to classics like calamari marinara, cheesy garlic bread, Nonna-approved pizzas and pastas and secondi crowd-pleasers like chicken al limone and shrimp scampi – plus classic cocktails and a carefully curated wine list of American and Italian standouts. For more information on our Chef's Counter and Black Sheep Table, please visit our website.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 58 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (678) 399-8246

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Drew Belline

  • Private party facilities

    We offer private buy out events, or large group dining for up to 50 guests in our main dining room.

  • Private party contact

    Kaylen Isabella: (404) 355-5311 ext. 212

  • Neighborhood

    Decatur

  • Cross street

    Church Street

  • Parking details

    There is ample street parking throughout Decatur or there are two lots on the north corners of Church and Ponce.

  • Public transit

    The Decatur MARTA station is one block south of our location.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

What 2,922 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta Metro

    Italian

  • DeKalb

    Best Overall

  • DeKalb

    Best Food

  • DeKalb

    Best Service

  • DeKalb

    Best Ambiance

  • DeKalb

    Best Value

  • DeKalb

    Great for fine wines

  • DeKalb

    Romantic

  • DeKalb

    Good for special occasions

  • DeKalb

    Most Booked

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  1. AshleyD

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best places to dine in the Atlanta area! Would highly recommend
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Good food if you really love garlic and salt. Otherwise not so much. Server was great- knowledgeable and personable.
  3. Daniel

    Charleston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is outstanding. The wine bar is great. Service attentive.
  4. saluki1

    Atlanta Metro

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food here is always right on point. Our server was great too.
  5. AshleyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food was great - I had the chicken parm and it was fablous - and very large. Caesar salad with kale was also yummy. But perhaps the best thing about our evening was how prepared and accommodating our server was to deal with one member of our party who has celiac. The server immediately was able to recommend the dishes he could eat -- almost everything on the menu could be made gluten-free. He also made sure that croutons came on the side and there was no cross contamination. I was really impressed that he was able to address this situation with no hesitation or checking with the kitchen or a manager. We sat on the back patio and it was very pleasant, but the yard just beyond it was a little unsightly and distracting. Pictures on the website show it strewn with seated tables, so maybe they're just gearing up? We overstayed our welcome and the staff was cleaning up as we left, but no one ever rushed us or made us feel unwelcome. Great experience!
  6. ChristinaM

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never a bad experience here! The food is always spot on and the servers are super knowledgeable.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    was there for my bday. my server was great! thanks!
  8. Zeke

    Atlanta Metro

    77 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    After several dining experiences at 246, this was my first somewhat disappointing visit. There was little to distinguish 246 from an average Italian restaurant this time. The food was average and the waiter seemed to be more interested in increasing the overall tab than helping to ensure a excellent dining experience. He told us about the evening’s “special” chicken scallopini. I made a mistake ordering the special, which was the regular Limone with a few ramps and a type of mushroom. My first experience with ramps wasn’t good. They were a bit chewy. But the tab indicating a $10 up charge for the scallopini left a sour taste in my mouth.
  9. MariaM

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress I think her name was Emily. I’m not sure was amazing. Great place great restaurant will definitely be back.
  10. Betka

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff accommodated our larger party with ease and grace. The food was excellent and everyone left full and happy.
  11. StanleyC

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice, but there was room for improvement. My wife said the fish could have had more seasoning
  12. EloiseE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is atmosphere ready . I love the open kitchen and the ability to see the chefs in action . The food is amazingly delicious . The wood fire oven pizza and scratch made pasta is to die for . Please make a reservation . This place is extremely busy .. but worth the wait !!
  13. RobertB

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Awesome food, large portions, excellent service. Can't ask for more. Oh, and very reasonable compared to many Italian spots in the Atlanta area.
  14. NONO

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food and service. A delight to hear the manager briefing the wait staff say, “I am so proud of you all.” Very clean and very respectful. Delicious. Glad brunch is back! Also bring back the pancake please
  15. Rocky

    Atlanta Metro

    63 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Dinner with family with three of us in party. We sat on the outdoor covered patio. Very pleasant with overhead fans and plenty of space. Enjoyed the garlic bread (like a pizza), Cesar salad , chicken parmigiana, shrimp scampi and pasta for dinner. All very tasty and service was great. We will be back to try more in downtown Decatur soon. Thanks 246 and staff.
  16. LindseyD

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food and drinks and outstanding service. Emily was a delight and very informative and attentive. We appreciated that we were able to have our meal coursed out so we didn’t feel rushed or that we overstayed our welcome. Can’t recommend enough.
  17. Patty

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service!!!! We celebrated my husband’s birthday there last night and were very pleased!
  18. RandyR

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place - can't wait to go back again! Corey our waiter was so helpful!
  19. Mereats

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent, as always. We brought our kids and were pleasantly surprised they have a kids menu with crayons. Our server was attentive and so very nice to us, helped us pick a great bottle of wine. Service was a touch slow at the very beginning but everything worked out in the end.
  20. amyb

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Italian food and super staff. Only thing that wasn’t superb was that the chef was accommodating to special requests.
  21. JenniferS

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place was bustling & lively on a Saturday night. I had to call a few times to change my reservation. The hostess was very friendly & accommodating. We ordered fried calamari, the shrimp scampi, & the spicy black spaghetti with gulf shrimp. Everything was delicious & fresh. Our server was particularly helpful. Highly recommend this restaurant!
  22. JoelyN

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite neighborhood place. Will always be worth going here and we love to bring our friends. You can't go wrong here.
  23. SusanB

    Hawaii

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing! Service outstanding and food is so good! Great choices
  24. AllenH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food but even better was our outstanding service! Angelo was amazing! The strong attention to detail with each course made it an unforgettable experience. Thank you for making a special day so memorable.
  25. JenniferB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    No 246 continues to be an excellent experience and meal.
  26. HaileyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience was excellent-- brought family this time and it was wonderful to share with them. We all greatly enjoyed!
  27. rsporsche

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is exceptional casual dining. reminds me of an old school NY Italian restaurant. We have dined here more than 5 times - very consistent food + service. Always a great experience
  28. RayK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Friendly, knowledgeable and prompt staff. Food very well prepared-the bolognese was delicious. Somewhat noisy, but still a great experience. Would definitely visit again.
  29. federicoc

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    We had to wait more than 20 minutes to be seated, the server took so long to respond
  30. SusanneM

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you to Powell and the rest of the team for a lovely evening after a hard day.
  31. Lauren

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fabulous time and totally enjoyed every dish!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service excellent. Great date night spot or for any occasion. Not a bad item on the menu!
  33. Italeediner

    Atlanta Metro

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is our new favorite Italian restaurant in the Atlanta area. Excellent service and food alike.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday for daughter. Food and service was excellent! Loves The Schiaza red wine
  35. BobbyR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was friendly and attentive. My children enjoyed their food. My pasta was great! The chef even waved to the kids from the open kitchen.
  36. EMAUH

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had such a wonderful experience! Our server was knowledgeable and kind. Gave excellent recommendations and accommodated my allergies. We never felt rushed and just had the best time.
  37. MeganW

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    246 NEVER disappoints! We love everything, but hey the chicken Al forno. It is amazing, and the waiter said not a lot of people order it.
  38. Paul

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Some of the best pasta I've ever eaten. Outside was a bit cold, but we got used to it after a bit, though wish they would have had some warmers. Excellent service. Highly recommend.
  39. JanetG

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We love 246 for special occasions, and it again did not disappoint. Food was excellent—their yummy garlic bread can ruin an appetite, but is worth it—get it and take some home. We had chicken parm and chicken masala with sides of pasta for entrees—both excellent with large enough portions to bring half home for lunch. Our waitress was excellent, kept us in the loop for delays on our entrees (was prom night with every table full), and even brought a meatball to hold us over. And her suggestion for dessert was right on too—the EVOO pudding cake. We will be back!
  40. ArinD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of out all time favorite restaurants. Get a meatball!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

no. 246 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (678) 399-8246.

no. 246 is rated 4.8 stars by 2922 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 58 times today
Google Map for no. 246

129 E. Ponce De Leon Ave., Decatur, GA 30030

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Church Street

  • Neighborhood

    Decatur

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There is ample street parking throughout Decatur or there are two lots on the north corners of Church and Ponce.

  • Public transit

    The Decatur MARTA station is one block south of our location.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Drew Belline

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

  • Phone number

    (678) 399-8246

  • Private party facilities

    We offer private buy out events, or large group dining for up to 50 guests in our main dining room.

  • Private party contact

    Kaylen Isabella: (404) 355-5311 ext. 212

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