no. 246

Name: no. 246
Address: 129 E. Ponce De Leon Ave., Decatur, GA, United States, 30030
Telephone: (678) 399-8246
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

3065 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 65 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
Website
http://www.no246.com/
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

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

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What 3,065 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
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Most Booked

3,065 Reviews

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DannikaB
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good, so fresh and authentic. The service and ambience was top tier. We loved Powell he was very professional and attentive. He guided us through choosing our drinks and entree pairing. 10/10 recommended!
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Drea
Atlanta Metro
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been there several times, and the quality of food doesn’t disappoint. I love the meatball and the beans. Very welled seasoned. The cocktails are made perfectly, and the service was outstanding. It’s a go to date night location.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
A nice place for a date! Service was friendly and food was yummy
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DiamondBill
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
we sampled several of the items on the menu and each one was spot on as described and quite delicious. The presentations were great!
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LisaC
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
No. 246 never disappoints! The food, service, ambiance, everything was delightful. And sitting outside on a crisp early fall evening made it even better.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Went on a Tuesday evening and it was busy, very energetic environment. Ordered funghi pizza and spicy rigatoni vodka but definitely liked the pizza more than the pasta. Pasta was not very saucy, and felt it could have had more flavor - but was cooked perfectly Al dente. Wine list is small but what we had was all great! Overall would come again for the pizza, would try out a different pasta
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Jennifer
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and served hot by servers who know everything they should know about the menu.
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AmandaM
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came for my sister’s birthday and had a fantastic experience. Our server, Abbey, was incredibly attentive and helpful and the food was amazing. We shared the calamari as an appetizer the ordered the chicken Parmesan, cacio e pepe, and spicy vodka rigatoni. It was all well worth it, and we'll definitely be back!
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Jordan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I celebrated our 1-yr engagement anniversary here, and the staff was incredible. Our server, Michael, and the rest of the team went above and beyond to make for an incredible dinner--from recommendations to presentation. 10 out of 10.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best steak ever…the garlic bread is still in my dreams…I’ll be back…
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our server was the best! So attentive and helped us out a lot. Food was amazing as well. I wish we would have got the garlic bread though. It looked so tasty.
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Skyler
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
246 is the best! Just a great experience all around. We felt incredibly taken care of and our server had the best recommendations!
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KhalilM
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommend that everyone goes here asap! One of the best dining experiences I’ve had in my life and everything was superb.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our visit and the experience was outstanding. Carley provided immaculate service as our waitress. The food and cocktails were amazing. We’ll be going back next weekend.
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Robert
West Palm Beach
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We visit fairly regularly and as always, this evening did not disappoint. We had Abby as our service person again and she was always personable, attentive and efficient in spite of it being a busy Sunday night crowd. Pizza was cooked exactly as we ordered and she remembered our wine order from a previous visit. We also split a salad which was more than adequate between my wife and me. Bravo once again #246!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was incredible, the service was great and the atmosphere had me feeling like it was the place to be. I will definitely be returning again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is amazing and came out pretty quick . The drinks were deliciously crafted as well . Our waitress, Abbey, was stunning and explained the menu perfectly to us first timers . Will be back for sure !
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a wonderful time! The meal and overall experience was phenomenal. I am really impressed by their pasta and their service, and I absolutely loved my server. My favorite thing was probably the dessert, just the right amount of sweetness. I want to give a special shout out to Desirea, not only was she attentive and kind but she was just overall awesome.
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Nycole
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Waiter, efficient, beautiful atmosphere, I got the black spaghetti with shrimp as requested and it was soo good. Highly recommended!
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LiAC
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent time was had by all. Service was fantastic and the recommendations for apps and main courses were spot on for our table.
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TrishM
Atlanta Metro
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was good . Service was great . Overall good experience
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Netti
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved this restaurant for years and always try to have a meal here when in Decatur! The pasta is excellent and the ambiance is a ten
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KateC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
We have always enjoyed 246 and we excited to return when we received a gift certificate. The food was very good, as was the service, but I generally find the dining room, especially the bar side (where we were seated) very loud. Also, paying with the gift certificate was confusing since we wanted to be sure to take care of our very good server. All in all a good evening with only a few hiccups!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful menu, drinks and staff. This was my second time at No. 246 and they did not disappoint.
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KerriHJ
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our food was excellent. The chicken dishes are a real standout. The chicken marsala is a must. The half-chicken is also rich and flavorful. Service and ambiance were on point. This is a Decatur gem!
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StaceyR
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m embarrassed to say that I have lived near 246 for many years and have not been. It was divine. Food delicious. Service was great. I will be back for sure.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
No. 246 does not disappoint. Stellar pasta, sauces, and impeccable service once again.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall3food5service4ambience2
Could have had better table. Placed us in center of restaurant with tables at our backs and there were more intimate tables available knowing it was our anniversary. The table placing was more of a first date seating or business meeting. Waiter was ok could have been a bit more attentive. Tried to make up for it at the end with a free lemon-chillo drink at the end. It was a nice touch but didn’t make up for attentiveness and poor seating. Food was 10 out of 10 though
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JeanD
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday! No Time to write more
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing!!! Food was delicious service was top tier. Our server came to our table and checked on us multiple times to make sure we were satisfied with everything, gave amazing suggestions for the food selections it was everything! Afterwards it rained and I forgot my umbrella, and the desk let me borrow their so that I could get my family safely into our vehicle. What more can I say, this place was a 10/10
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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The rigatoni and the black spaghetti were delicious. They could use a bit more spice, but were still tasty! Well definitely be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect date night ! Love everything about no.246! One of our favorite places
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So accommodating and friendly with our baby. We so appreciate it.
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TrishM
Atlanta Metro
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience3
Came to celebrate my birthday. I booked a reservation and they only had patio seats. I accepted. Didn’t know that we would be seated next to a pile of woods, fighting off flies. We asked to be moved as the inside had empty seats. We moved 3 seats down . The food is very good, the waiter was very pleasant and i apologize to the waiter for our lack of politeness in the beginning.
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TheRogers
Atlanta Metro
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the 2nd Sunday in a row we came to No. 246. Server Max was great and the entire experience. Thanks 🙏🏾 again
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KES1234568900
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, chicken parm is delicious! Great people watching and nice atmosphere.
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Jeff
Portland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress made the evening for us’! She was friendly & so knowledgeable about the wines & food menu. Helped us chose perfect bottle of wine & meals. She was there when we needed her & invisible otherwise. All the while she was taking care of a big party not far from us. Thoroughly enjoyed it & will be back!
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ScottR
Atlanta Metro
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed my birthday dinner at my favorite restaurant in Atlanta!! Food and service always top notch.
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NadiaRH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Emily was amazing and extremely thoughtful! She was an absolute pleasure to have as a waitress.
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have a wonderful experience at no.246!! It’s one of our favorite restaurants!
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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 3065 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 65 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.no246.com/
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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no. 246

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Featured in

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Menu

What 3,065 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does no. 246 offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is no. 246 restaurant rated?

Is no. 246 currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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