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Poor Calvin's, Atlanta, GA

Poor Calvin's

4.9 (7891)
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic
510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
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

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Catering
    E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Renaissance Parkway
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Public transit
    A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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
    Late Brunch Happy Hour Photo

What 7,891 people are saying

Poor Calvin's 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Best Service

  • Atlanta

    Best Overall

  • Atlanta

    Best Food

  • Atlanta

    Best Service

  • Atlanta

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Poor Calvin's offers a delightful fusion of Asian and Southern cuisine, praised for "interesting dishes, well balanced taste and beautiful presentation." Guests describe the atmosphere as "funky and intimate," with attentive service and standout dishes like lobster fried rice and seafood curry. Though a bit pricey, it delivers "full value for the money."

7,891 Reviews
  1. Alex

    Orlando7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoy wait staff was amazing great personality

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  2. Ethan

    Key West1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service provided by the host at the front door, as well as our server Lily. She was extremely generous and patient to explain menu options or details about anything. Great ambiance. Great food, I had PC’s seafood curry and the sauce delightfully creamy with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy. Calvin’s the head chef and to my knowledge he was the one who delivered our food, which was awesome. Was only visiting Atlanta for the weekend for a Hyrox race, and this was the perfect place to celebrate. They even gave us a strawberry and baileys ice cream made in house that was so, so good.

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  3. Sydney

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly one of the best culinary experiences I’ve had in Atlanta. The food was soulful but elevated and not too heavy. The staff was genuine, personable, and attentive. 

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  4. Amber

    Memphis/West TN2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had such a great experience at Poor Calvin’s! The food was absolutely wonderful — every dish was full of flavor and cooked to perfection. You can really tell they put love and creativity into their menu. On top of that, the service was top tier. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was just right from start to finish. It's rare to find a place that delivers both amazing food and outstanding service, but Poor Calvin’s really nailed it. I’ll definitely be back!

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  5. Gary

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, the food was outstanding and it was a lovely dining experience. The drink 🍹 from the bar were perfect. Money well spent.

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  6. Jorge

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, great service, and even better food. A must visit but bring some $$$.

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  7. Lisa

    Atlanta8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner at Poor Calvin’s for the first time tonight. Our reservation was early because we had plant to attend an event nearby later in the evening. We were greeted kindly by the host and led to our table. The ambiance of the restaurant and decor with the velvet chairs and gold lighting made the vibe so nice. Our server Louise greeted us an i walked us through the specials for the night. She gave me some non alcoholic drink options while my husband looked over the wine list. We ordered two small plates, a NA mojito and a Pinot. Louise helped us with our dinner entree and really made us feel welcomed as a first time guest. She shared with us Calvin’s background and that he was the chef. Our appetizers came out piping hot. Calamari and the special Salmon and corn fritter bites. Both were fantastic and a large portion. We couldn’t finish them. Our entree followed and the presentation was beautiful I hated to cut into it! Marinated Lamb loin with lobster tail mashed potatoes asparagus with chimchurri sauce. The flavors were amazing. We had such a great meal that we can’t wait to come back. They have a small parking lot, and a reservation is recommended. Louise gave us such great care. She truly made our experience wonderful.

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  8. Jennifer

    South Dakota2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    TJ was an excellent waiter. We shared the lobster fried rice, the lobster, mac & cheese, appetizer, calamari, appetizer and drunken noodles. They accommodated our request to have the drunken noodles made with shrimp.

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  9. Bianca

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Joy took care of me tonight, and she was such a delete. I always come for the Seafood Curry and stay for the dessert!

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  10. Royce

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my husband to Poor Calvins for his birthday. The experience was unmatched! The service was impeccable! The food was definitely Chef’s kiss ( Lobster Fried rice 10/10)!! I will definitely be back!!

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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 7891 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Poor Calvin's

510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Renaissance Parkway
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
  • Public transit
    A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Calvin Phan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.
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