Highly recommend this restaurant. The food was delicious and the service very attentive, but unobtrusive. This will become a regular in our rotation!
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Lora S.
I am going to leave as fair of a review as possible. The food was good, not great or worth the price. The atmosphere in terms of aesthetics is nice but in terms of social atmosphere, it is unsettling. The owners, one owner in particular, did not understand good customer service or how to accommodate for large parties. I called a month in advance and they originally booked my party for the upstairs room, only to call back and say they messed up and had to book us for downstairs. When we arrived, there was no consideration or thought process as to how we would like to be seated. The point is, do not go here with a large party unless you can secure the upstairs. And certainly do not go here if you are expecting to be treated with genuine concern.
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Candice M.
Went here for a work lunch, we got the shrimp bisque soup, two lamb burgers and the chicken salad croissant. The food was good, but not worth the price. Service: amazing. Menu: American comfort, yet uninspired, nothing you couldn't get anywhere. Execution: the food was cooked very well, seasoned well, tasted good Price: double what it's worth. There's no reason a chicken salad sandwich should be 16 dollars for lunch. Ambience/setting: very pretty, open high ceilings, gives the feel of being on a terrace while being inside. Overall, it was good but I wouldn't recommend it. Restaurants like this only exist because expense accounts do.
(3)
Toni W.
My husband and I recently celebrated an anniversary at this spot, and it could not have been more perfect. Beautiful restaurant. Great menu. We started with the fried green tomatoes, which were a great start to the night. My husband had the flat iron steak, which was highly recommended in Yelp reviews. It did not disappoint. I broke a longstanding dining rule and ordered the chicken. I never order chicken at a restaurant. But I did. And I am glad I did. It was perfectly prepared, and the sweet and spicy bacon sauce was incredible. In-cred-ible! The sides were also a big win - I won't lie - I may have ordered the dish, in part, because it came with the macaroni and cheese. We finished with the bananas foster turnover, which was a nice twist on the classic dish. Service was attentive and friendly. We look forward to returning. Thanks for a wonderful evening!
(5)
Wendy D.
The bread is phenomenal. The menu is a bit outdated with wraps (do people still eat wraps?) but the food is pretty good. Service and atmosphere are a 5. Bread basket is outstanding (a 5+). The food is ok but the selection is a bit boring. They have a lot of salads. They offer healthy choices with the sandwiches which is a plus. I gave it a 3 because of the dull menu choices and because my Kobe burger had hard chunks in it (bone maybe?). Such an awesome place needs awesome food!
(3)
Renee D.
A girlfriend brought me here once and I really liked it! I ordered humus, a turkey sandwich, and some lemonade. Their lemonade seemed to be freshly made (not Minute Maid) which was refreshing, because lemonade is my obsession. The sandwich was topped with a soft, pretzel-like artisan bun, a nice touch. Atmosphere and service were also great! Would definitely come back.
(4)
Seth R.
I was in town visiting a friend and he suggested this establishment. We walked in and it was empty but they agreed to seat us at 9pm. Ordered our food and drinks. The chicken breast was recommended so I gave it a whirl. Nothing special at all. In fact it was a bit disappointing. Can't say much more. Bland and dull.
(2)
Susan S.
The food was very good and the service was excellent. Andrew was very nice! We will be back!!
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Andrea M.
The service here was great, but the menu selection was horrible. There was literally only 2 pages of items to choose from. And yes, this included the appetizers to the main courses and finally the desserts. Nonetheless, the food was decent. I had the parmesan eggiano cream pappardelle. I chose to only get the noodles--add chicken or other meats for an extra $7 or $8. The dish was decently sized, nothing that would leave you going "wow." My food was creamy and flavorful. It was decent, but I have tasted better elsewhere. My friend had the pork chop, and boy was it 1) decently sized but 2) flavorful and succulent. I believe he enjoyed it very much. We also shared the spicy chopped chicken & sweet slaw spring rolls. It was good, but it only had 4 pieces that was priced at $10. The size wasn't anything gigantic either. I would go here for more of an atmosphere than the meal because everything was pretty pricey. There is outdoor seating with beautiful twinkling lights so it seems like there's always a wait. There is an upstairs too, but I am unsure if this area requires a reservation.
(3)
Jodi G.
I was very upset today after driving 33 miles with a guest visiting and I wanted to take them to Grace 17:20. On the Yelp website under hours it started open from 11:30 -11:00pm I did not say closed from 3-5 between lunch and dinner. So after talking the place up and driving only to find it was closed was a big disappoint. Went to another nearby restaurant and enjoyed it.
(1)
Alexander M.
Excellent Little Gem In Peachtree Corners! So I have been trying to find nice restaurants outside of just the normal Midtown/Buckhead area and I was able to stumble across this nice little restaurant on open table because they were offering 1,000 dining points! I figured why not! Based on the reviews I didn't know what to expect but I must say they definitely exceeded my expectations! We opted for the outdoors dining by the fireplace and it was a perfect night! The salmon flatbread is an amazing app!! My gosh! And for the entrees we went with the Citrus Glazed Salmon and Strip steak! Presentation on both were nice! We didn't drink or do dessert because it was late but I'm sure it would have been just as good! Def will go back!
(4)
Jessie A.
Great lunch with my co-workers. The weather was so great we sat outdoors. I had the seared salmon fillet on a bed of ginger organic rice blend garnished with wilted spinach & Citrus buerre blanc. Everything was cooked perfectly and the service was on point. The server when above and beyond to make sure that everything great.
(5)
Richard G.
Bad food. Went here with a group of friends for dinner. 4 out of five of us had their special- Panko Crusted Cod with Smoked Salmon Mashed Potatoes, green beans. We all ordered it because of the description. Sounded delicious. Fail. Cod was soggy and flavorless. Tasted like something you buy yourself at the grocery store frozen then baked at home. I left most of it. So did my fellow diners. Smoked Salmon Mashed Potatoes - Stone Cold. Like freezing cold from a refrigerator cold. Guess they didn't set the microwave long enough. I left all of it. So did my fellow diners. From the clues of chilly mashed potatoes and soggy breaded fish I think they must take shortcuts and pre cook some things then re-heat them. Not a good result. Hint...a decent restaurant cooks to order. Summary of the special....Bland, cold, soggy. Our one friend that didn't order the special had the grilled salmon. It was way Overcooked and chewy. We all had the shrimp bisque to start and it was decent. Nothing to write home about but okay. Kitchen is messing up here or management is forcing them to cut corners. Service was pleasant but clueless. Atmosphere is nice. So 2 stars instead of 1 star. Food tastes reheated.
(2)
Chet M.
This is a great place. They have a good menu and great service. The outside patio is nice when the weather cooperates.
(4)
Stacy F.
I had high hopes for this place based on friends' suggestions, but it was just OK. My meal was delicious, but I've had delicious meals other places for this price too. The atmosphere was also nice: we lunched on the patio outside in the sun. But, again, many places have nice patios and the weather certainly was not under the restaurant's control. My shrimp and grits were delicious, but the service was a little lacking. Our server seemed really confused by any of our questions. Also, the restaurant would not let us have an appetizer of fried green tomatoes even though there's a fried green tomato sandwich on the menu -- not sure of their reasoning there. The waiter "checked" then came back and directed us to chicken spring rolls instead, but my dining companion doesn't eat meat, so that was disappointing. Had it been a super busy afternoon and very crowded, perhaps. But even then, a restaurant of this caliber and price point should be able to handle a special request, let alone just serving up something they already have on the menu in a slightly different way.
(3)
Elly R.
To say that I LOVE this restaurant is an understatement! I live well north of The Forum, but make it a point to go to this restaurant. Their menu is unique, with something that will appeal to all patrons. I look forward to the warmer weather so that I can enjoy a drink or dinner on the beautiful patio. This place is truly a blessing to the restaurant market and all those who visit.
(5)
Alex S.
I got the Seafood Cobb Salad, which was massive. It wasn't extremely flavorful though, but I still enjoyed it. I have had other things here that are much better. The coffee was also delicious. The cheesecake is fantastic. I would come back for just dessert and coffee. The atmosphere is nice. The waiters are very courteous (if you are wearing black pants they will swap your white napkin for a black one) and knowledgeable. It isn't too expensive, so I'll come back again.
(4)
David P.
Went here on the ScoutMob, been in Peachtree Corners for awhile now, but never ate at Grace. The fact that they have a sign outside that says "we're not pretentious... promise" is sort of wary to me. Anyway, a party of three, the meal was the most "meh" meal I've ever had in my life, I think. The interior is pretty decent, white table cloth, properly decorated. Adding to the ambiance is the self important staff standing around and scurrying around, yet, for some reason, doing nothing. The what I assume was the maître d made about 30 trips from the front to the back in about a half hour time frame in a near empty restaurant. The highlight was the waiter, friendly, engaging, willing to work with you, although when asked what is and isn't fresh on the menu he sort of made the generic "everything is fresh." "Do you make your own raviolis and pastas" "No those are brought in." "Ok so everything isn't fresh." The bread was rather good, the pumpkin bread was outstanding, actually, although a sweet bread is kind of odd to present at the start. Our party ordered an assortment of menu items. I had the Kobe Beef burger, which I assume isn't Kobe Beef (just the price). The flavor was bland, the meat overcooked. I ordered mid-rare and it was the usual "this patty is frozen so two parts of it are mid rare and the rest is overcooked." The fried egg on top did an outstanding job of muddying the flavor of the beef, but whatever. The blue cheese dip was interesting, but undercooked. You could see the prepared cheese strings sitting there, unmelted, as the fake chemicals inside of them work their hardest to keep it from ever turning into a nice even dip. My friend had the soup du jour (soup of the month, I think). It tasted alright, a bit on the questionable is the prepackaged campbells rustic soup, but whatever it was cheap. My other friend had a salad, it was alright. The pinnacle of hilarity though was the check and the way they did the ScoutMob discount. They charge an 18% gratuity, fair enough, but they charge a 28% gratuity on the post discount amount. For those of you into math... A $80 meal would have a max discount of $20, with 18% gratuity. That's $14.40 so about $74.40 and you wouldn't need to tip the waiter, presumably. However, at 28%, the amount becomes $16.80. Following the same formula, a $100 meal would have $20 off. $18 gratuity, so still a great deal, but you'd be paying $22 instead, negating any discount and ability to negotiate a discount, while they're being dishonest about how much it is. The manager, like most managers when presented with a coupon, was full of himself. So we decided to not take the coupon, pay more, and not tip for the terrible service and confusing receipt, which doesn't even denote what the tax is.
(2)
Luisa X.
Went here for lunch with my mom and it was okay but felt over priced. The menu simple The plates were small and tasty but again just pricey. Don't think I would go back as nothing really stood out.
This restaurant is a pretty decent place for lunch or dinner while your shopping around the forum. The inside is nice and it has a wonderful patio. The prices are reasonable, and the food is mediocre. The highlight was the pumpkin bread. But the staff and atmosphere make up the for rest. It's definitely a ladies spot during the day. I'd say while your out shopping with the ladies stop here for midday cocktails and lunch. Leave the men at home.
(3)
Scarlett W.
Friday for a mid-workday lunch with the boyfriend. Grilled Lamb Burger w/ fries: Mmm I love lamb. The actual lamb patty was a little burned and the fries were under cooked. Still pretty good thick-cut fries though. Also there were onions (which I asked the waiter to omit...) Half-Pound Angus Burger w/ fries: The boyfriend wasn't wowed by this burger but I think the omission of the spicy pickled sauce was a detriment since he just had his burger plain. Same under cooked fries though. Service: Unfortunately, the service was extraordinarily slow with the waiter nowhere to be seen as we waited to ask him for the check (took about 10-15 minutes?). He was also a bit inattentive, as I asked for no onions on my lamb burger and, surprise surprise, there were onions on my lamb burger. Absentminded waiters are my pet peeve. Sidenote: This is a gorgeous restaurant though and perfect for lunching with your friends. Make sure to sit outside because the patio is lovely and gives off a garden feel. Also holy shit was parking hard to find. Pro-tip: Use the parking lot BEHIND the restaurant. Verdict: The food (and wait time...) do not merit a second visit.
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Mary Locke M.
I was VERY pleasantly surprised by this one. After 2 1/2 years working up in Peachtree Corners, I have tried and been underwhelmed by the majority of the restaurants at the Forum. I went here this week for a business lunch, and everything about Grace 1720 far exceeded expectation. Grace 1720 is one of the two "fine dining" options in the area. The interior is tastefully decorated in neutral colors and white table cloth tables. They have a fabulously inviting patio, where I imagine I would have enjoyed getting some sun and enjoying a glass or two of white wine if only I weren't there for work. Our server was incredibly on point and attentive throughout the entire meal. They have a sandwich called the "Cluck" on the menus that consists of a friend chicken breast, chicken salad, fried eggs, and bacon. We were all joking that it sounds like it should be on a Man vs. Food challenge rather than here. Unfortunately no one ordered this monstrosity. I went with a safe buttermilk fried chicken salad and it did not disappoint. Very fresh and nice presentation! In a part of the Atlanta metro area cluttered with noisy chain restaurants, this was a classy and pleasant alternative. I would definitely go back and recommend Grace 1720 to anyone in the area.
(4)
Meredith C.
I love going to the Forum in Norcross! So many shops and restaurants Grace 1720 is the best! Great staff beautiful and taste cuisine! I'm a southern belle so the grits are a must! The food is always fresh! Grilled salmon on a cesser salad I could eat it everyday!!! Great place for a first date or a wedding rehearsal dinner!!! Awesome experience!!! Can't wait to go back!!!
(5)
Dean G.
Restaurant has gone downhill. The service was excellent, wish I could say the same for the food. The food was mediocre at best. Had the ahi special -fair. Scallops were tasteless salmon was over cooked and salty. Finally the pork chop was bland. The flat bread appetizer was more like a pizza than a flat bread This will be the last time I say grace at grace.
(2)
Paige N.
This was an unexpected but very good choice by an out of town acquaintance of mine. A new business partner of my boyfriend's passed through Atlanta recently on his way back to Berlin, and a small dinner was arranged at Grace 17.20 (at his suggestion from a former client) for the night he was in town. Our group of five arrived at 7:15 on a Wednesday night and I was impressed with the ambiance of the restaurant inside: tall ceilings, large, airy dining room, an impressive wine cellar off the main room (I could actually watch staff climbing ladders to reach some of the bottles higher up as we dined), and an impressive bar on the far side of the room. The service was excellent all evening as well. Our waiter explained the menu specials well, poured the wine without spilling a drop, kept water glasses refilled without a hitch, and very quickly (yet unobtrusively) brought out the bill at the end of the night. During the course of the evening our group shared a couple of bottles of excellent pinot noir (I didn't catch the name of the bottle), an appetizer of crab cakes and spring rolls, and everyone had entrees which ranged from pork chops with collard greens and a potato apple gratin (mine), an 8 oz. ribeye with asparagus and mashed potatoes (my boyfriend's), two orders of scallops with bacon over mashed potatoes, and braised short ribs with green beans and potatoes. My pork chop was large and well prepared, and I really enjoyed how they dressed the collard greens and potatoes gratin as well (it was so large, I could have easily shared it with someone else). I also had a bite of my boyfriend's steak and it was tasty and prepared medium just as he'd asked. Everyone enjoyed their food judging by the clean plates around the table. A few people had after dinner espressos, which came in the traditional European fashion of a demitasse cup with sugar on the side and a sliver of lemon for garnish. Those were well received too. Overall Grace 17.20 did a very nice job. I'm surprised it doesn't have more reviews but maybe it's just because it's OTP. Anyway, if you're looking for quality service and quality New American food around the Forum shops, this is a fine choice.
I had a special, filet with mashed potatoes and mushrooms and my husband had a grouper risotto. My dish was awesome. But for the price, not really. My husband's dish and mine were same price $32 but his portion was a lot smaller and not worth the $32, and his wasn't that great. The kids menu was less than impressive. We ordered the pasta with cheese and while the portion was pretty big (big enough for an adult) it was pretty plain; I was expecting it to be a little more fancier since the price suggested so. We were definitely underdressed and felt out of place surrounded by business women and men, and a lot older crowd. It is definitely a high end restaurant with high end prices.
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Karie L.
My hubby decided this was the place to surprise me with for our 12 year anniversary. I grew up around the corner from the forum and i love to be able to go and see how the area keeps changing and evolving, and i had no idea this place even existed. So we arrive and the waiter already knew who we were, we were promptly seated, The restaurant had a very bistro feel to it. We were greeted with water and bread immediately and let know that our server would be over promptly, also handed a beverage list. I looked it over and selected a raspberry kiss- absolutely Yummy- and the hubby had a beer. Our server came over and gave us a run down of the meu and took our drink orders. we decided to go with the Spicy Chopped Chicken & Sweet Slaw Spring Rolls-Jack Cheese, Pumpkin Seeds, Honey Jalapeno Drizzle for an app.. and OMG they may be one of the most amazing things i have eaten. At the end of the night i almost wished that i had just gotten an additional order of these as a meal. They are a MUST TRY! I ordered a cheeseburger with a fried egg ( the egg came out runnier then I am comfortable with- like the white part was still liquid) so i tried to eat around it, the burger its self was well seasoned. i just had a really hard time with the egg... and then it came with twice baked french fries- which were nothing to write home about. My hubby got a roasted chicken, with blue cheese mac and cheese and bacon green beans. it was incredible. We decided to pass on dessert we were both pretty full. I would say the menu is a little on the higher side, but over all the food was pretty worth it and the service was very personal and attentive. its worth a trip just for the spring rolls and the drink! I promise!
(4)
David K.
At first I wasn't a fan. Now I'm a probably one of their biggest cheerleaders. Fine dining options in Peachtree Corners are limited (read: non-existent). There's J. Alexander's and there's Grace 17.20. After careful consideration I prefer the latter option. It seems like I bring all of my friends here when they meet me for lunch at work. Kathleem M. and Tim H. have both joined me here along with several co-workers. Oh, I brought my boss's son here once too. The food is reliable and the service is consistently good. Some of their sides are lackluster (the sweet potato chips were a big disappointment) and their specials can get tired (how many times can you call salmon "special" before it becomes unspecial??). The tried and true are always my preference. I'm a fish wrap and fries kinda lunch guy.
(4)
John G.
One of my favorite restaurants in the area. You can't miss no matter what you order and the atmosphere is as nice as the food. The owners clearly care about offering stellar service!
(5)
Mark D.
I visited here with 6 other women 12/15. We were seated at a table right outside the kitchen which was a terrible place for a table. It should be removed. I ordered the grouper which was over cooked, dry and certainly not worth the $30. The only saving grace was my salad. The service was o.k. A restaurant wanting to charge upscale prices should have impeccable food. I will not revisit.
Went there for brunch to celebrate baptism of our friends grandson. Great food and very good service.
(5)
Kathleen M.
I had to trek all the way out to Norcross (eep!) so I figured I better make good use of my time and lunch with David K while i was up there. He suggested we check out Grace 17.20, and I'm happy that he did. The Forum location is quite convenient if you want to get your shop on before or after, and the patio is ideal for those rare mild days we occasionally have. We may have been in the middle of a strip mall, but I was happy to be outside, for sure. Our waiter was a little awkward but took good care of us. The lunch menu has various sandwiches and salads, and I liked their bevy of side options: far beyond the typical french fries. Upon the server's recommendation, I ordered the chicken and spinach burger and it was good: tasty, but nothing special. I enjoyed the apple and jicama slaw that came on the side and I really have to give them credit for having innovative sides: it's a rarity these days. I would have no qualms about coming back to Grace 17.20 if I lived/worked in the hood, and it seems like they run some impressive specials at night.
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Mandy M.
Grace 17.20 has been getting very mixed reviews for a while now from our friends who live locally so we've been avoiding this restaurant for lunch and dinner. However, they had been advertising Sunday brunch for a while so this morning, when we were looking for something a little bit nicer for a post engagement party brunch I called the reservations line when the opened at 10:00 am. They were able to give us a table for 12 people at 11:30 am. They young woman I spoke to asked if we were celebrating anything and I told them yes, an engagement. Mea culpa, I didn't ask if they were still offering brunch. We were disappointed when we arrived to discover they were only offering their regular lunch menu, with one brunch option of French toast with bacon. I asked our server if if would be possible for them to do an omelette for my husband's father - you know what these old boys are like - you have breakfast food for breakfast. Our server went and asked the kitchen if they could do eggs and he came back and reported no, that would not be possible. On their website they like to commend themselves for their "gracious care in service", we didn't witness it this morning. Y'all couldn't whip up an omelette - really? Disappointingly, not one mention was made of the engagement, no congratulations were offered. The food was good, but you know, there are oodles of "good" restaurants around who provide better service. I'm going to have to choose to spend my money on businesses who will provide that little bit better service , in future.
(3)
Rick H.
A special place for celebrating the good times. Food is top shelf and staff are good and friendly. Pricey, but worth it.
(5)
Allan L.
Outstanding meal . . . outstanding ambiance . . . and outstanding service. I enjoyed their Saratoga Steak which the waiter described as the eye of the ribeye. It had the appearance of a filet with the taste of a ribeye. It was prepared perfectly, served hot, and will be ordered again. And, unlike my recent experience at Vinny's on Windward, they happily substituted broccoli for asparagus. Areas to improve: pre-dinner bread was a bit skimpy and served with wrapped tabs of butter. Freshly whipped butter is what's expected in a restaurant of this caliber. Lastly, John, our waiter, was a true stand out. He knew the menu, made intelligent recommendations, and was attentive to all of our dining needs.
(5)
Cara H.
I can't rave enough about this place. I love their personal views, but it's the atmosphere, the attentive staff and amazing food that makes it a place we return to over and over. The chef is amazing and could charge much more, but he keeps it affordable. Love this restaurant!
(5)
Christine K.
EDIT So I came back with my parents this past Friday for dinner. I asked my mom what she wanted for her birthday and Mother's Day this year. She gave me a whole list, but on thing was to eat at a restaurant my boyfriend and I would go to. (She's never been to a nice sit down American restaurant that gives you more than one fork. LOL) So, this brought us to Grace 17.20. My parents adored the bread basket and polished off 2 baskets during the dinner. We started off by ordering a glass of wine. I don't know much about red wines so I asked my server which red had a fruitier note. He didn't know, but was very nicely offered to find out. So we finally ordered...my mom ordered the Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon Filet. My dad ordered the open face cheeseburger and I went with the grilled chicken dish. My dish came with sun dried tomato mashed potatoes. I'd never had something like that before, but now, I am a huge fan. My parents really enjoyed their meal and the wonderful decor decor/atmosphere. Everything was wonderful and I will be keeping Grace on my short list. --------------------------------------------------Â-------------------------------------------- A friend was wondering where to have her sister's birthday and since I had been wanting to try this place out, I recommended it. (Yes, in hindsight, it was slightly selfish of me.) As soon as I walked in, I really liked the atmosphere. It had a nice level of noise and the interior made it feel cozy and home-like...a trendy home. Once we got seated, a bread basket was brought over. They had slices of rustic bread with butter, and sweet pumpkin bread. The pumpkin bread was more like a cake. It was sweet and despite being tasty, I didn't like having it before my meal. I got the Poblano Chile Stuffed Organic Chicken Breast. The chicken was drizzled with a chipotle buerre blanc sauce that was absolutely delicious. The chicken was moist, but the portion was pretty skimpy. I got bleu cheese baked macaroni and sauteed green beans. The green beans were cooked really well, but the macaroni was oily and dry. Overall, this was an okay dish, but I will probably get something else next time. Here are some of the other dishes our group got. The One Pound Open Faced Angus Cheese Burger was very good. It was a nice big serving...definitely enough for a macho man. The burger was thick and juicy and so flavorful. It comes topped with a fried egg and it even looks divine. A side of bleu cheese mashed potatoes was ordered with this. I must say that this side is one you can skip. The Cluck is a ridiculous and huge concoction. It is a triple decker sandwich that contains a fried chicken breast, honey mustard chicken salad, fried egg, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. This is gi-normous! My boyfriend substituted the fried chicken breast with grilled. This is a lot of food, and oh so tasty. I recommend this is you are HUNGRY. The Pan Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops on Roasted Corn Poblano Risotto looked really good. The scallops lived up to their name and the portion was very decent. But I did hear complaints that the risotto was on the watery side. Overall, I really enjoyed my time at Grace 17.20. The service was a bit slow, but the restaurant was pretty full, and I thought the experience as a whole was well worth it. I loved the feel and the food was very enjoyable. I definitely will be visiting again!
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Mike P.
Great service. Excellent food. Buckheadish type place in Norcross. Great place for a date. Not my ideal place for lunch but Fantastic for dinner and a date night.
(4)
Chris S.
Terrific food, nice wine list with a lot of choices and reasonably priced for the atmosphere and the quality. Came here on a recommendation and would readily recommend to anyone.
(4)
Kim F.
Dined here Wednesday evening for a business dinner. A long hair cooked into my food was reported to the Manager who commented "Oh, I know who this belongs to,". Upon retuning with a fresh plate, he then commented "the chef says she is sorry, but wants you to know she did wash her hair this morning." In addition to the inappropriate commentary by the Manager, there was no offer to comp the dish - we were charged for the full meal.
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Lisa A.
I was put in charge of picking a restaurant to take a new hire & his wife to by our office and had been wanting to try Grace 17.20 for some time, so I made the reservation. While I think the place was cute, the noise level was deafening and the seating arrangement was very awkward! The food left a lot to be desired, especially at the price point. Fish dishes were overcooked and had to be sent back and my roasted chicken was the driest piece of meat I think I have ever been served. I literally drank about 6glasses of water during the meal and repeatedly had to stop the waitstaff to get them to fill my glass. Their only saving GRACE is their small but affordable wine list. Not a place I would ever come back to for dinner but maybe for a glass of wine at the bar!
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Tamara M.
I visited Grace for a business lunch, yesterday, as our office isn't too far away. Others had raved about the food, and I found that they were on target. The special soup of the day was tomato chipotle. It was served with an avocado mousse at the bottom of the bowl, a nice touch to offset the spiciness of the soup. Food was plated attractively, but the prices weren't overwhelming. The dining room was casual, but elegant. This would be a nice place to celebrate a special occasion as well. For a main course, I had the grilled chicken orzo salad (with spinach, field greens olive and feta). The chicken was excellently prepared, and seemed to be high quality, not rubbery or mealy. They state that they vary the menu based on what's available at the time of season and what's fresh locally. I applaud that effort. Next time I plan to save room for dessert.
(4)
Jinny Y.
3.5 stars Great ambiance, good service, but REALLY slow. Grilled flank iron steak with grilled broccoli and twice fried home style fries Steak was tender, but chewy. Only ate a quarter of it. I really liked the grilled broccoli and twice fried home fries though Pork chop with Logan Turnpike grits and collard green: Pork chop was grilled and well cooked to medium rare. Grits were nice and creamy. Collard greens were amazingly good. For dessert we had a flour-less chocolate cake with a white chocolate raspberry sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. (I specially asked for the scoop of ice cream). The cake was good not exceptional though.
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Jackie C.
I and two friends visited on Saturday night recently. We found the restaurant via a Scout Mob deal so we went in knowing that we'd get 50% off (max $25). I actually knew the server (surprise!) and he was great. The bread was delicious (loved the pumpkin bread) and the atmosphere on the patio outside was great. Except for the music. The speakers were working fine when we arrived but then started going in and out and coming on EXTREMELY LOUDLY. I think they finally turned them off. The reason for the rating is the food. One friend order the spinach salad. It was mostly a pile of spinach with a small amount of the nuts, cheese and cranberries. She asked for an additional side of toppings to make it taste like more than spinach. Her husband had the Parmesan Reggiano Cream Pappardelle without any meat. It was the most boring looking dish. Where's the color? And he said it was rather bland. I had the Vegetarian pasta dish which was good. It could have used more flavor and the sauce was pretty runny. The disappointment about the food might not have been so bad if it weren't for the price! Way overpriced for what we were served. The portion size was OK but the taste and flavor and for the salad the toppings were not good. We would have been more disappointed about the experience if we weren't getting $25 off the bill via Scout Mob. None of us was impressed enough to return. There are other places to try and other places we like much better for the price that we will eat at.
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Jerry C.
We met friends for brunch at Grace Sunday afternoon. It is a surprisingly cool restaurant tucked into the Forum. Elegant interiors and a cozy garden like patio make you forget that you are in a "destination shopping" mall (somebody shoot me). The brunch menu is so full of yummy that it is really hard to make a decision. We ended up ordering eggs Benedict with spinach and the pulled pork poblano with white chili hash and eggs. The eggs Benedict was attractive and delicious with a light creamy hollandaise . The poblano was drizzled with a tasty cilantro cream sauce that really made the dish. Cheesecake was fluffy wonderfulness juxtaposed with a sprinkling of sea salt. Great bread basket. Everybody in our large party was quite happy. Everybody needs a little grace on Sunday morning. We will be back for dinner soon.
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Pete And Lee W.
The food here is delicious but the service can be a little iffy. Some servers are excellent and this is a place worth dining. The shrimp and grits are wonderful - have had them various times, always excellent. We enjoy the patio in good weather and the ambience is lovely inside as well. Lunch or dinner, we always enjoy eating at Grace when in Atlanta (Norcross.)
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Charlie R.
This is one of the better restaurants in the metro area. I'm reluctant to tell this because it has become so crowded. It is located in The Forum in Peachtree Corners, and it is the most excellent place to eat. There is also a fine Mexican restaurant, La Parrilla, and the deli, Jason's. These are the only places I could ever recommend in The Forum for dining.
(4)
Will W.
The Fish Wrap with Collard Greens...yum.
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Melanie M.
My fiance and I went here for an early Valentine's dinner. We did not want to get involved with trying to do things Monday nite. We made reservations and only had a brief wait. We were given the option to dine downstairs or upstairs. We chose upstairs since this was our second visit and we never dined up there previously. It 's small. About 10 or 12 tables but great if you are looking for something quiet and romantic. Food was great. I have the Vegetarian Strozzapretti Pasta with a side of greens. Just curious how such a sophisticated place would handle greens. They handle them just fine. My fiance had their on of their "Specials" that nite which was salmon with a mix of root veggies and grits. I am not much of a fish eater but the grits were excellent. You will also find it hard to resist the cinnamon bread that is in the complimentary bread basket. Grace knows they are on to something there because you can get some to go for just 8 bucks! Great with coffee. At the end of din din we shared a bannas foster dish with a scoop of white chocolate ice cream. Doesn't get more romantic than that! Final thoughts- There is so much to choose from. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a great "date nite" place without kids. :-)
(5)
Laura B.
The food was perfectly seasoned and properly prepared. However, the dining experience was uncomfortable and haughty. I do not recommend this restaurant for regular, casual diners. We went there in casual attire as per their advertised atmosphere to have good food and to relax, but were disappointed by the looks and treatment by some customers and staff.
(3)
Renee G.
It has been sssssooo long that I have been to this restaurant, I completely forgot how beautiful and elegant it is. Like a little hidden gem in the Forum at Peachtree Shopping Center, this place would be great for a special event! So I take one of my boyfriends for lunch since it was a convenient meeting spot. We're dressed in jeans and t-shirts and feel a bit awkward, but the hostess doesn't mind and makes us feel very comfortable. Service was great. We started with the smoked salmon flatbread, delicious. I ordered the chicken & spinach burger with mushroom soup. My mushroom soup was full of flavor and had a nice presentation. Truthfully, I was already fulll after the appetizer and soup, that I had to save my "burger" for later - even cold, it was great. My "date" got the fish wrap and was quite impressed as well. Probably the most impressive about the whole experience - was that it was a great culinary treat for lunch and the menu prices are CHEAP! Sandwiches and Appetizers averaged $13. Wow! Mambo Italiano next door would charge me the same thing for a bowl of pasta that I could make better at home. Suggestion - they were PACKED for lunch, make a reservation!
(4)
Kendra R.
I used to LOVE their brunch but they no longer serve it. The food is pretty good and the patio is beautiful if the weather is nice.
(3)
Jai R.
Love this place! My first visit. I didn't really like the wait (20-30 mins) but I went on a Saturday evening without reservations. I won't complain. The decor and ambiance of the restaurant is lovely. The outside seating was full if course on a nice night. Toward the end of the night the lights were dimmed and made it really classy and romantic. The restaurant has a French and Tuscan atmosphere but the food was more American. Once we were seated our drink orders were promptly taken and we were served their absolutely delectable pumpkin bread. This bread is super moist and topped with a cinnamon sugar crust. Seriously, finger licking good! Our waiter then came and introduced himself and walked us through the menu. He was a really nice guy. For an appetizer we ordered the highly recommended spicy chicken spring rolls. I know it seems like I'm going on and on about this place but these spring rolls were so good. They were perfectly crisp a bit spicy with a wasabi sauce. Seriously really good. Order it! For dinner I had the NY Strip Steak medium well. It was very well prepared and paired with mashed potatoes and asparagus. There was nothing abnormal or outstanding but the steak was cooked perfectly. Some chefs have a hard time getting medium-well perfect. This steak had just the right amount of tender red meat and well cooked outsides. My boyfriend ordered the pork chop meal, the real gem of dinner. The chop was so tender and had some kind of sauce on it. DEEEELICIOUS! The chop was paired with grits and collard greens. Very, very special dish. I had no issues with the service nor the food. I very highly recommend this place and I have every intention on returning. My boyfriend wants to go back ASAP for the "Clucker" sandwich but I was told that they offer a Sunday brunch. I can't wait!
(5)
Jen H.
Went here 2 nights in a row this week, both for group business dinners, and both nights were a hit with our group, and service was great. I highly recommend the following: BBQ pork roll app, poached pear salad and pork chop (the only constant entree on the menu the 5 years they've been in business). Had ribeye the 2nd night and it was meh, nothing special as far as the quality of the meat, and definitely undercooked (I ordered med rare and instead, basically got seared beef sashimi). Collard greens were fantastic, completely top notch! The group also ordered one of every dessert item to share, and though I didn't have any myself, the table raved about the coconut cream pie and the caramel cheesecake with sea salt. Evaluating others' entrees, I'd say that the pork chop was the #1, and the lamb chops got rave reviews as well. Perfectly cooked, great portion sizes. Fish entrees looked shockingly small, though, so be forewarned - if you're really hungry, don't order the fish. (I wouldn't anyway, as my rule about seafood is: if you can't see the ocean, do not order seafood.)
(4)
Christie K.
I have always liked Grace 17.20. The name is beautiful and the setting is adorable. It's smack dab in the middle of The Forum, and has a wonderful lunch menu. Order the scallops - they are cooked to perfection! Grace 17.20 also has an extensive wine list, with a WONDERFUL Chardonay our waitress suggested (dangnamit, I wish I remembered the name)~
(4)
Samantha E.
I go to this restaurant several times a month, we have always had excellent service. The reason for the one star? The owner - she is the rudest person I have encountered in a very long time. She does not appreciate her customers, makes me wonder why she named the place Grace, she has NONE.
(1)
Kyong M.
My husband and I had a gift card so we went for a Sunday lunch (brunch). We went after the lunch rush (2pm) so by the time we were there it was nice and quiet. We started off with a bread basket - pumpkin struesel, banana walnut, and chocolate. Chocolate bread tasted like fluffy brownies (yum!), and pumpkin struesel was absolutely delightful... but they tasted more like dessert. We ordered fish wrap with homemade sweet potato chips & salmon with mashed potatoes and string beans. Salmon dish was a bit too heavy for a Sunday brunch and would have been a great dinner entree, but the fish wrap had a perfect combination of lightly fried fish, shallot dill mayo and sweet cole slaw. (Cole slaw looks & tastes similar to Japanese pickled ginger, so if you don't like it you may not like the Cole slaw). We finished off the bread basket as our dessert and were too full to order anything else. The service was exceptional from the moment we walked in, and Sunday brunch menu is at a reasonable price as well.
(5)
Krystal M.
I first have to start off by saying that I love the concept and vibe of this restaurant. The interior and exterior decor is gorgeous. The service was impeccable. However, when it comes to the food, I was not impressed . . . AT ALL! Since returning from Vancouver a few weeks back, I've been longing for crab cakes -- I had amazing crab cakes while in Canada and wanted to relive that same experience back here at home in Atlanta, so I decided to order the crab cake and a Caesar salad. The romaine lettuce of the Caesar salad was not cut in a way it made it easy to eat -- the lettuce was displayed on the plate with a piece of toast with a circular hole in which the lettuce was fed through -- the presentation was nice, but the salad was not good at all ... probably the worse Caesar salad I've ever had! Okay, on to the crab cake --- I expected a "lump" crab cake, but instead it was the flat/patty style crab cake, but it looked like someone had taken a fork full off the side of it. I asked the waiter about why it looked as if someone had taken a bite out of it and he told me that's how it's supposed to look because it contained very little breading . . . whatever! I basically spent $30 for food that was not fulfilling at all. I was hungry after just 30 minutes of leaving the restaurant. I will say the restaurant wasn't too crowded on a Friday night and we were seated immediately. Needless to say, I won't be back unless they increase their portion size and consider a different way to "present" their food.
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Mark B.
Arrived to open door, I guess they are fly friendly. Nice decor, bit sterile,so is food.$15 crab cake was ok,overpriced. Spinich salad bland, but good bread. nice nite on patio,inside empty. Desserts not made there but desiguised as "homemade", Overpriced, nice for ladies lunches who are there for the company. Nice wine list but not specify. Rather eat at TEDS RATHER THAN FAUX GOURMET GRACE
(2)
Chris B.
Wow this place was good. Despite being down the street from where I lived a little while back I had never heard of it til I went to a business lunch there recently, and now I'm sad that I didn't. It's actually in the Forum shopping center, so it gets a little hidden away in all the other stores there. The food is kind of new american/southern. One of the guys I was with got the BBQ pork and pickled slaw spring rolls as an appetizer, which looked delicious. I got the smoked salmon flatbread for my lunch and the bread pudding for dessert, both of which were very tasty. The atmosphere was also very nice. If you're looking for a nicer restaurant in Norcross that is still casual and has some original tasty food, this is the place for you.
(5)
Nancy M.
The service and the atmosphere make this one of my favorite places to dine. I am never disappointed with anything I order. The chef always sends a sample of their soup of the day. The food presentation is beautiful. I wish I had taken a photo of some of the beautiful dishes I have had. Hope you enjoy your experience as much as we do.
(5)
Fdoamerica G.
Not up to the high marks that others gave. Nice Atmosphere, yes. Good, service, yes (not great, but good), but the food quality was disappointing and expensive for what we got -- $96 including tip for 2 -- no drinks. We had the crab cake appetizers (2) which were the best part of the meal, very good. Next, we had two mixed green salads that were nothing special, just mixed lettuce - really disappointing. Finally, we split a Rib Eye steak that had no flavor and made me wish, for the $32 price,we would have gone to Bones or McKendrick's. Would I go back... no, considering the price and the quality.
(2)
Paula B.
This place is rather deceiving, in my opinion. Both the exterior and interior decor give this it the appearance of being a high end fine-dining experience. Check out the menu and the prices support that theory as well, but the food...not so much. From the dinner menu, I had the smoked turkey and black forest ham club sandwich. An odd choice? Indeed. The menu selections ranged from hopped up burgers and salads to seafood dishes that carried a heavy price tag, which for the record, I have no problem with. The words "cheap" and "seafood" should never be paired within a sentence. I have no complaints about the food or the service. We were treated to an amuse bouche of chilled pea soup that was tasty, but a bit off-putting when served in a shot glass. It really is a beautiful restaurant with classy vibe. I found myself longing for a menu more in tune with the atmosphere, though I suppose the shopping center location makes that a hard sell. In short, really good food and service, but I'm sure the chef de cuisine has a more expansive menu than what is currently offered.
(3)
Phil M.
This was our first time there. We will not be back. The restaurant is a poor value - overly high prices (entrees are $25+) for overly average and excessively salted food. The total bill for 2 (salad, entree, one glass of wine, and tip) was over $100. The pork chop was drowning in sauce and the pork loin was bland. On the positive side, entree portions are generous (notwithstanding the salt level) and the pumpkin bread is great.
(1)
Tim P.
The maitre'd was on the phone when we arrived and did not acknowledge or greet us. He was unkempt, unprofessional and self-important. The waiter that served us, on the other hand, was friendly and helpful. The food was very good and nicely presented. I ordered the Shrimp Salad wrap which contained a lot of lettuce and very little shrimp salad, but it was tasty. The soup of the day was quite good. All in all a nice place, great atmosphere and decor, nice patio, and an unfortunate maitre'd
(3)
Cammy B.
After a sensational spa treatment at the spa next door, I eagerly made my way to this restaurant to treat my pallet! This last trip was my fourth visit, but it feels like a new experience ever time. Friday nights they have free live entertainment that just complements their food like a fitting glass of wine. Now, I tried their Seared Salmon fillet prepared with sweet and sour shallots, smoked bacon sauce accompanied with creamy mashed potatoes and haricot verts. This dish is simply beautiful! The salmon texture is flaky and rich with with fresh ginger, so it is wonderful all by it self. But, when you incorporate the homemade sweet and sour shallot and smoked bacon sauce; the tangy sweet medley is absolutely delicious! You can definitely tell they use quality ingredients and enjoy preparing them. I didn't even flinch at the price of $16 plus tax, beverage and tip! It was well worth it, I can't wait to return and try another dish!
(5)
Clay M.
Great meal, great service and great atmosphere.
(5)
Evan L.
Dined on a Saturday night. Good service, nice ambiance, mediocre food, overpriced. Two entrees at my table: halibut special for $32 and the sirloin steak for $30. The halibut was generally tasty, but nothing too exciting. It seemed to be slightly undercooked, which may be fine for other fish but not halibut. The steak was perfectly ordinary. Not much flavor for a decent cut. It really tasted like something I would cook up at home. Desert was the strawberry cobbler which was quite obviously fresh out of the microwave. Disappointing food over all and really overpriced. I'll try back at lunch but won't be doing dinner there again any time soon.
(3)
F C.
Been this restaurant for lunch years ago and still remember after I relocated to Cali. The service was good and the most impressive is the interior design. Food wise I wasn't quiet sure as it had been a while but I do like the ambience of this place.
(4)
Vanessa E.
what a beautiful place with servers who have true southern manors. The lamb burger was amazing and we also enjoyed the friend green tomatoes and a few apps that were also great. cant wait to go back!
(5)
Hannah P.
Good food, good service, good atmosphere. The Valentine's menu was a bit pricey, but I really have nothing to complain about. The grouper was moist and had a good flavor. My husband's crab cakes were really good. No fillers at all. A friend had the scallops, and they were also good - nicely seared. The caramelized onion and blue cheese appetizer was good, but the onion flavor was lost in the blue cheese. The creme brule was delicious!
(4)
Don D.
The food is quite good, but not as good as the prices might suggest. They more than make up for that disparity. You get a huge side of pretentiousness free with every meal! Trying to impress someone who is incredibly superficial? Need to reinforce your self importance by blowing money? This is the place!
(3)
Brady V.
This is a restaurant that I go to on special occasions and I am never disappointed. They have a very nice bar at the entrance. The wait staff is always professional. The ambience is perfect for business or quiet meals, which I find important. You do not need to shout over each other in order to hear. And of course the food is always good and portioned nicely - by this I mean the portions are not huge, but just right so that you don't leave feeling gorged. I find this important because its often hard to eat out and not eat too much. Great restaurant.
(4)
Jenny L.
Went here with a large party for a birthday dinner. Nice ambiance with live singer on the keyboard. Patio had the fireplace going but it's a wasted space in the winter time. Wait staff were professional and cordial. Loved their bread we asked for seconds. Looking at what everyone ordered at the table and getting taste other people's dishes, I would have to say most of their dishes are good. My friend loved the prime rib and it was cooked perfectly to her taste....very rare and bloody. Nice salmon filet, not too fishy. I had the scallops. It was a little undercooked but it's better than having it overcooked. It was on a bed of some type of sweet mashed potato with what tasted like fried bacon. It was a good portion. Their burger comes with fried egg, which is always a good thing. Overall, the food is great and I would definitely go back again. I had to give it 4 stars because it took over an hour to get our food. But considering they were trying to time the dishes right to bring it all out at the same time for a party of 15, I'd give them an A for effort. Oh, and try their caesar salad. has the crunchiest croutons i ever had. but do ask for extra dressing and cheese.
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Jin K.
Grace 17.20 takes its inspiration from Matthews 17:20. How clever to incorporate faith and food (mustard seed). While the restaurant has Christian influences, you wouldn't know it until you looked at their menu and noticed the bible verse at the very end. Very subtle and classy. So if you're not a Christian, don't be wary because of their foundation; they certainly don't beat you over the head with it. Instead come for the fantastic ambiance and delicious food. It's a perfect spot for Sunday lunch. The restaurant is well lit with a wall of windows and has a sort of clean, rustic charm. My girlfriends and I ordered 4 different lunch items and we loved all of them. Here's my order of preference: Parmesan Fish Wrap (fish was perfectly battered and fried), Smoked Turkey and Swiss (the peppers and bbq mayo were a nice twist!), Chicken and Spinach Burger (a delicious and healthy alternative to your regular burger), and Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich (yum!). All our portions were huge for lunch. Our favorite side was the Watermelon Feta Salad. But then again, I love anything watermelon! Oh and I can't forget their bread. The pumpkin bread made in-house was so good! Service was friendly and efficient and our drinks were never half-empty. The restaurant makes you forget that you're in a strip mall in Norcross (located in the Forum shopping center toward Trader Joe's). A very pleasant find if you're in the area!
(5)
Christina T.
I came here for a friends bday dinner. They "private room" is more like a big closet they turned into a room.The atmosphere was perfect for a small/classy birthday dinner so it served us well. Our server was attentive and answered our questions the best he could. I had the shrimp bisque which was my favorite, flavorful and creamy. The scallop risotto was okay, the scallops were good but the risotto tasted a little bland. Also had some wine that was okay, but i don't really know what is good wine anyways.
(3)
Ruksana H.
This was my choice for my big 30th birthday dinner! Had only seen the place from the outside on a prior visit and heard good stuff so decided to have some faith and just reserve :) I was not let down. Since I had a party of 15 we were given the little party room upstairs, stairs right at the entrance so you dont have to go through the whole restaurant. It was a rustic little room, pretty bare-boned but so tastefully set - up with an old large antique chandelier from the high ceiling. Our serving staff Alex and Lani were wonderful and took great care of us. We opted for a bottle of white wine and they ensured our glasses were never empty. Even though are guests kept walking in over the next hour and a half they were very polite and helpful with the menu and choices. The house-made pumpkin bread was lovely. The bruschetta for starters was dry but tasteful. The chicken spring rolls were different but good. Everyone enjoyed the starters irrespective. For entrees I chose the paperdelle with shrimp and the husband the steak salad. Both were equally good and serving sizes just right. Our guests were also impressed with the food but most of us had to take home boxes for the quantity of food on our plates. We had my cake plated. The did not even ask about candles, just organized that on their own and had it lit and ready on another table in the room. Despite my cake being a bit difficult (it was 3 layer cake that even I couldnt cut a good piece out of!) they had it plated and served in perfect slices. Lani in fact regaled us with a little bit of a hindi song for my birthday!!! How nice and special is that?! They were also kind enough to do individual checks for all of us, my party being 12 people thats a few checks to account for. Until we said our goodbyes and left for the night, both servers were gracious and friendly. They certainly made a good impression on us of the restaurant itself. I did find the food good but a bit pricey for dinner at least. I would love to go back again for a special meal or even to try their brunch which I have heard so much about. The fact that it is located in the Forum mall makes it a great choice for shopping before or after. A beautiful restaurant with wonderful service and good food.
(5)
Jake E.
Near perfect, only thing holding back is the menu: too few selections. All are good though, the service is top notch, and have never had an even average meal. Wife and I love to come here for dinner with friends or special night for just two of us. Flat iron steak is awesome. Pasta with cream sauce is OK at best. Lots of other good choices. They generally do a great job on steaks and fish choices.
(5)
Michael K.
I was very pleasantly surprised when we decided to have our office Christmas party here. Working in Peachtree Corners, it seems most options are chain restaurants, so it was nice to find a quality local place. The food was divine (appropriate for the biblical affiliation) and the server was very attentive and friendly. While some of my coworkers said that service is usually slow, we were taken care of in a timely manner but didn't feel rushed. We started off splitting some salads - I had some of the arugala salad, which was good, but not quite worth the $8. For my entree, I ordered the pork tenderloin, which was an excellent choice - some of the best I have ever had, perfectly seasoned and moist. The grits were also out of this world, and the greens were very good. The main entree portion was very generous and none of us had room for dessert. Others got sandwhiches which they enjoyed. I look forward to a reason to return here soon!
(5)
D G.
Great food, wonderful atmosphere! Our waiter was a little slow, but overall a great experience. I had the salmon and my hubby had the pork chop. My fish wasn't the best, but all the sides were delish! It's a Christian owned restaurant, all the more reason to go!
(5)
Renee T.
Food is really delicious, but the waiters are just off. I'm not sure what it is. They are all really strange and do not seem happy to be there. I had lunch there last Friday and our waiter was an old, fat, and grumpy man. He seemed 100% exasperated the entire time. He was literally huffing and puffing and sweating, yuk! I'll go back in a year or so and see if things have improved. It is unfortunate that a place with good food can be brought down by the staff.
(3)
Hugh B.
Outstandingly pleasant experience . Cheerful hostess welcome, friendly bartender, attentive waiter. Menu limited in selection and somewhat pricey, however food was prepared tastefully and served promptly. We sat outside on the patio and thoroughly enjoyed the evening.
(4)
Rock T.
Took a friend here for a surprise birthday lunch. I had the shrimp & grits which were almost as good as what I had in Charleston. This is a great place for special occasions. Looking forward to coming back for dinner.
(4)
Heather P.
We had our first trip to Grace 17.20 a couple days ago for Valentine's dinner. I disagree that it only masquerades as a fine dining restaurant. It's beautiful inside -- almost Tuscan. There's a small bar area with some couches. We underestimated how far it was from our hotel, and they were as accomodating as could be when we called to bump our reservation. They'd rolled out some V-Day specials alongside their regular menu. The menu was small but varied, with sandwiches and pastas alongside the entrees, and some vegetarian selections. GF isn't noted on the menu but I'm relatively sure what I ended up ordering would fall into that category, so definitely call and ask. Service was very friendly and helpful; our water glasses were literally never half-empty (or, if you're that type of person, never less than half-full.) I had a "Ragin' Red-tini" which seemed appropriate (Grey Goose, Pama, triple sec, pomegranate juice) and it was strong but sooooo tasty. Glasses of wine were expensive at $9 - 12 a pop, but they were enormous. We both ordered the shrimp bisque, which was the low point of the evening for me (although BF finished both mine and his.) I don't like fish and appreciate shrimp because of how un-fishy they usually are. The bisque was SUPER fishy, and I just couldn't. So, chalk it up to either unusual flavor profiles or me ordering against myself instead of for myself. Still not sure. Yargh. My entree was amazing, though. Flank steak with mushroom pan sauce, grilled zucchini and the most wonderful grits I've ever had, which is saying something. (It was supposed to come with fries, but they happily subbed them out for me.) I almost licked the plate. BF had lobster risotto which seems almost comically decadent, and he love-love-loved it. We bypassed the flourless chocolate torte and salted caramel cheesecake for the dessert special pie: (almost overly-)salted pretzel crust, chocolate pie filling, chili-spiked caramel, and cinnamon whipped cream. Oh. Mah. God. Foodgasm. Mouth party. Nom. It's a bit pricey but totally acceptable for a special occasion place, and tres romantic. You always hear horror stories about restaurants on V-Day, but Grace 17.20 knocked it out.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
L K.
Highly recommend this restaurant. The food was delicious and the service very attentive, but unobtrusive. This will become a regular in our rotation!
(5)Lora S.
I am going to leave as fair of a review as possible. The food was good, not great or worth the price. The atmosphere in terms of aesthetics is nice but in terms of social atmosphere, it is unsettling. The owners, one owner in particular, did not understand good customer service or how to accommodate for large parties. I called a month in advance and they originally booked my party for the upstairs room, only to call back and say they messed up and had to book us for downstairs. When we arrived, there was no consideration or thought process as to how we would like to be seated. The point is, do not go here with a large party unless you can secure the upstairs. And certainly do not go here if you are expecting to be treated with genuine concern.
(2)Candice M.
Went here for a work lunch, we got the shrimp bisque soup, two lamb burgers and the chicken salad croissant. The food was good, but not worth the price. Service: amazing. Menu: American comfort, yet uninspired, nothing you couldn't get anywhere. Execution: the food was cooked very well, seasoned well, tasted good Price: double what it's worth. There's no reason a chicken salad sandwich should be 16 dollars for lunch. Ambience/setting: very pretty, open high ceilings, gives the feel of being on a terrace while being inside. Overall, it was good but I wouldn't recommend it. Restaurants like this only exist because expense accounts do.
(3)Toni W.
My husband and I recently celebrated an anniversary at this spot, and it could not have been more perfect. Beautiful restaurant. Great menu. We started with the fried green tomatoes, which were a great start to the night. My husband had the flat iron steak, which was highly recommended in Yelp reviews. It did not disappoint. I broke a longstanding dining rule and ordered the chicken. I never order chicken at a restaurant. But I did. And I am glad I did. It was perfectly prepared, and the sweet and spicy bacon sauce was incredible. In-cred-ible! The sides were also a big win - I won't lie - I may have ordered the dish, in part, because it came with the macaroni and cheese. We finished with the bananas foster turnover, which was a nice twist on the classic dish. Service was attentive and friendly. We look forward to returning. Thanks for a wonderful evening!
(5)Wendy D.
The bread is phenomenal. The menu is a bit outdated with wraps (do people still eat wraps?) but the food is pretty good. Service and atmosphere are a 5. Bread basket is outstanding (a 5+). The food is ok but the selection is a bit boring. They have a lot of salads. They offer healthy choices with the sandwiches which is a plus. I gave it a 3 because of the dull menu choices and because my Kobe burger had hard chunks in it (bone maybe?). Such an awesome place needs awesome food!
(3)Renee D.
A girlfriend brought me here once and I really liked it! I ordered humus, a turkey sandwich, and some lemonade. Their lemonade seemed to be freshly made (not Minute Maid) which was refreshing, because lemonade is my obsession. The sandwich was topped with a soft, pretzel-like artisan bun, a nice touch. Atmosphere and service were also great! Would definitely come back.
(4)Seth R.
I was in town visiting a friend and he suggested this establishment. We walked in and it was empty but they agreed to seat us at 9pm. Ordered our food and drinks. The chicken breast was recommended so I gave it a whirl. Nothing special at all. In fact it was a bit disappointing. Can't say much more. Bland and dull.
(2)Susan S.
The food was very good and the service was excellent. Andrew was very nice! We will be back!!
(4)Andrea M.
The service here was great, but the menu selection was horrible. There was literally only 2 pages of items to choose from. And yes, this included the appetizers to the main courses and finally the desserts. Nonetheless, the food was decent. I had the parmesan eggiano cream pappardelle. I chose to only get the noodles--add chicken or other meats for an extra $7 or $8. The dish was decently sized, nothing that would leave you going "wow." My food was creamy and flavorful. It was decent, but I have tasted better elsewhere. My friend had the pork chop, and boy was it 1) decently sized but 2) flavorful and succulent. I believe he enjoyed it very much. We also shared the spicy chopped chicken & sweet slaw spring rolls. It was good, but it only had 4 pieces that was priced at $10. The size wasn't anything gigantic either. I would go here for more of an atmosphere than the meal because everything was pretty pricey. There is outdoor seating with beautiful twinkling lights so it seems like there's always a wait. There is an upstairs too, but I am unsure if this area requires a reservation.
(3)Jodi G.
I was very upset today after driving 33 miles with a guest visiting and I wanted to take them to Grace 17:20. On the Yelp website under hours it started open from 11:30 -11:00pm I did not say closed from 3-5 between lunch and dinner. So after talking the place up and driving only to find it was closed was a big disappoint. Went to another nearby restaurant and enjoyed it.
(1)Alexander M.
Excellent Little Gem In Peachtree Corners! So I have been trying to find nice restaurants outside of just the normal Midtown/Buckhead area and I was able to stumble across this nice little restaurant on open table because they were offering 1,000 dining points! I figured why not! Based on the reviews I didn't know what to expect but I must say they definitely exceeded my expectations! We opted for the outdoors dining by the fireplace and it was a perfect night! The salmon flatbread is an amazing app!! My gosh! And for the entrees we went with the Citrus Glazed Salmon and Strip steak! Presentation on both were nice! We didn't drink or do dessert because it was late but I'm sure it would have been just as good! Def will go back!
(4)Jessie A.
Great lunch with my co-workers. The weather was so great we sat outdoors. I had the seared salmon fillet on a bed of ginger organic rice blend garnished with wilted spinach & Citrus buerre blanc. Everything was cooked perfectly and the service was on point. The server when above and beyond to make sure that everything great.
(5)Richard G.
Bad food. Went here with a group of friends for dinner. 4 out of five of us had their special- Panko Crusted Cod with Smoked Salmon Mashed Potatoes, green beans. We all ordered it because of the description. Sounded delicious. Fail. Cod was soggy and flavorless. Tasted like something you buy yourself at the grocery store frozen then baked at home. I left most of it. So did my fellow diners. Smoked Salmon Mashed Potatoes - Stone Cold. Like freezing cold from a refrigerator cold. Guess they didn't set the microwave long enough. I left all of it. So did my fellow diners. From the clues of chilly mashed potatoes and soggy breaded fish I think they must take shortcuts and pre cook some things then re-heat them. Not a good result. Hint...a decent restaurant cooks to order. Summary of the special....Bland, cold, soggy. Our one friend that didn't order the special had the grilled salmon. It was way Overcooked and chewy. We all had the shrimp bisque to start and it was decent. Nothing to write home about but okay. Kitchen is messing up here or management is forcing them to cut corners. Service was pleasant but clueless. Atmosphere is nice. So 2 stars instead of 1 star. Food tastes reheated.
(2)Chet M.
This is a great place. They have a good menu and great service. The outside patio is nice when the weather cooperates.
(4)Stacy F.
I had high hopes for this place based on friends' suggestions, but it was just OK. My meal was delicious, but I've had delicious meals other places for this price too. The atmosphere was also nice: we lunched on the patio outside in the sun. But, again, many places have nice patios and the weather certainly was not under the restaurant's control. My shrimp and grits were delicious, but the service was a little lacking. Our server seemed really confused by any of our questions. Also, the restaurant would not let us have an appetizer of fried green tomatoes even though there's a fried green tomato sandwich on the menu -- not sure of their reasoning there. The waiter "checked" then came back and directed us to chicken spring rolls instead, but my dining companion doesn't eat meat, so that was disappointing. Had it been a super busy afternoon and very crowded, perhaps. But even then, a restaurant of this caliber and price point should be able to handle a special request, let alone just serving up something they already have on the menu in a slightly different way.
(3)Elly R.
To say that I LOVE this restaurant is an understatement! I live well north of The Forum, but make it a point to go to this restaurant. Their menu is unique, with something that will appeal to all patrons. I look forward to the warmer weather so that I can enjoy a drink or dinner on the beautiful patio. This place is truly a blessing to the restaurant market and all those who visit.
(5)Alex S.
I got the Seafood Cobb Salad, which was massive. It wasn't extremely flavorful though, but I still enjoyed it. I have had other things here that are much better. The coffee was also delicious. The cheesecake is fantastic. I would come back for just dessert and coffee. The atmosphere is nice. The waiters are very courteous (if you are wearing black pants they will swap your white napkin for a black one) and knowledgeable. It isn't too expensive, so I'll come back again.
(4)David P.
Went here on the ScoutMob, been in Peachtree Corners for awhile now, but never ate at Grace. The fact that they have a sign outside that says "we're not pretentious... promise" is sort of wary to me. Anyway, a party of three, the meal was the most "meh" meal I've ever had in my life, I think. The interior is pretty decent, white table cloth, properly decorated. Adding to the ambiance is the self important staff standing around and scurrying around, yet, for some reason, doing nothing. The what I assume was the maître d made about 30 trips from the front to the back in about a half hour time frame in a near empty restaurant. The highlight was the waiter, friendly, engaging, willing to work with you, although when asked what is and isn't fresh on the menu he sort of made the generic "everything is fresh." "Do you make your own raviolis and pastas" "No those are brought in." "Ok so everything isn't fresh." The bread was rather good, the pumpkin bread was outstanding, actually, although a sweet bread is kind of odd to present at the start. Our party ordered an assortment of menu items. I had the Kobe Beef burger, which I assume isn't Kobe Beef (just the price). The flavor was bland, the meat overcooked. I ordered mid-rare and it was the usual "this patty is frozen so two parts of it are mid rare and the rest is overcooked." The fried egg on top did an outstanding job of muddying the flavor of the beef, but whatever. The blue cheese dip was interesting, but undercooked. You could see the prepared cheese strings sitting there, unmelted, as the fake chemicals inside of them work their hardest to keep it from ever turning into a nice even dip. My friend had the soup du jour (soup of the month, I think). It tasted alright, a bit on the questionable is the prepackaged campbells rustic soup, but whatever it was cheap. My other friend had a salad, it was alright. The pinnacle of hilarity though was the check and the way they did the ScoutMob discount. They charge an 18% gratuity, fair enough, but they charge a 28% gratuity on the post discount amount. For those of you into math... A $80 meal would have a max discount of $20, with 18% gratuity. That's $14.40 so about $74.40 and you wouldn't need to tip the waiter, presumably. However, at 28%, the amount becomes $16.80. Following the same formula, a $100 meal would have $20 off. $18 gratuity, so still a great deal, but you'd be paying $22 instead, negating any discount and ability to negotiate a discount, while they're being dishonest about how much it is. The manager, like most managers when presented with a coupon, was full of himself. So we decided to not take the coupon, pay more, and not tip for the terrible service and confusing receipt, which doesn't even denote what the tax is.
(2)Luisa X.
Went here for lunch with my mom and it was okay but felt over priced. The menu simple The plates were small and tasty but again just pricey. Don't think I would go back as nothing really stood out.
(3)Barbara K.
Great romantic bday dinner. Eddie fun waiter & gave me my favorite bday desert . Creme brûlée
(5)Nichole K.
This restaurant is a pretty decent place for lunch or dinner while your shopping around the forum. The inside is nice and it has a wonderful patio. The prices are reasonable, and the food is mediocre. The highlight was the pumpkin bread. But the staff and atmosphere make up the for rest. It's definitely a ladies spot during the day. I'd say while your out shopping with the ladies stop here for midday cocktails and lunch. Leave the men at home.
(3)Scarlett W.
Friday for a mid-workday lunch with the boyfriend. Grilled Lamb Burger w/ fries: Mmm I love lamb. The actual lamb patty was a little burned and the fries were under cooked. Still pretty good thick-cut fries though. Also there were onions (which I asked the waiter to omit...) Half-Pound Angus Burger w/ fries: The boyfriend wasn't wowed by this burger but I think the omission of the spicy pickled sauce was a detriment since he just had his burger plain. Same under cooked fries though. Service: Unfortunately, the service was extraordinarily slow with the waiter nowhere to be seen as we waited to ask him for the check (took about 10-15 minutes?). He was also a bit inattentive, as I asked for no onions on my lamb burger and, surprise surprise, there were onions on my lamb burger. Absentminded waiters are my pet peeve. Sidenote: This is a gorgeous restaurant though and perfect for lunching with your friends. Make sure to sit outside because the patio is lovely and gives off a garden feel. Also holy shit was parking hard to find. Pro-tip: Use the parking lot BEHIND the restaurant. Verdict: The food (and wait time...) do not merit a second visit.
(2)Mary Locke M.
I was VERY pleasantly surprised by this one. After 2 1/2 years working up in Peachtree Corners, I have tried and been underwhelmed by the majority of the restaurants at the Forum. I went here this week for a business lunch, and everything about Grace 1720 far exceeded expectation. Grace 1720 is one of the two "fine dining" options in the area. The interior is tastefully decorated in neutral colors and white table cloth tables. They have a fabulously inviting patio, where I imagine I would have enjoyed getting some sun and enjoying a glass or two of white wine if only I weren't there for work. Our server was incredibly on point and attentive throughout the entire meal. They have a sandwich called the "Cluck" on the menus that consists of a friend chicken breast, chicken salad, fried eggs, and bacon. We were all joking that it sounds like it should be on a Man vs. Food challenge rather than here. Unfortunately no one ordered this monstrosity. I went with a safe buttermilk fried chicken salad and it did not disappoint. Very fresh and nice presentation! In a part of the Atlanta metro area cluttered with noisy chain restaurants, this was a classy and pleasant alternative. I would definitely go back and recommend Grace 1720 to anyone in the area.
(4)Meredith C.
I love going to the Forum in Norcross! So many shops and restaurants Grace 1720 is the best! Great staff beautiful and taste cuisine! I'm a southern belle so the grits are a must! The food is always fresh! Grilled salmon on a cesser salad I could eat it everyday!!! Great place for a first date or a wedding rehearsal dinner!!! Awesome experience!!! Can't wait to go back!!!
(5)Dean G.
Restaurant has gone downhill. The service was excellent, wish I could say the same for the food. The food was mediocre at best. Had the ahi special -fair. Scallops were tasteless salmon was over cooked and salty. Finally the pork chop was bland. The flat bread appetizer was more like a pizza than a flat bread This will be the last time I say grace at grace.
(2)Paige N.
This was an unexpected but very good choice by an out of town acquaintance of mine. A new business partner of my boyfriend's passed through Atlanta recently on his way back to Berlin, and a small dinner was arranged at Grace 17.20 (at his suggestion from a former client) for the night he was in town. Our group of five arrived at 7:15 on a Wednesday night and I was impressed with the ambiance of the restaurant inside: tall ceilings, large, airy dining room, an impressive wine cellar off the main room (I could actually watch staff climbing ladders to reach some of the bottles higher up as we dined), and an impressive bar on the far side of the room. The service was excellent all evening as well. Our waiter explained the menu specials well, poured the wine without spilling a drop, kept water glasses refilled without a hitch, and very quickly (yet unobtrusively) brought out the bill at the end of the night. During the course of the evening our group shared a couple of bottles of excellent pinot noir (I didn't catch the name of the bottle), an appetizer of crab cakes and spring rolls, and everyone had entrees which ranged from pork chops with collard greens and a potato apple gratin (mine), an 8 oz. ribeye with asparagus and mashed potatoes (my boyfriend's), two orders of scallops with bacon over mashed potatoes, and braised short ribs with green beans and potatoes. My pork chop was large and well prepared, and I really enjoyed how they dressed the collard greens and potatoes gratin as well (it was so large, I could have easily shared it with someone else). I also had a bite of my boyfriend's steak and it was tasty and prepared medium just as he'd asked. Everyone enjoyed their food judging by the clean plates around the table. A few people had after dinner espressos, which came in the traditional European fashion of a demitasse cup with sugar on the side and a sliver of lemon for garnish. Those were well received too. Overall Grace 17.20 did a very nice job. I'm surprised it doesn't have more reviews but maybe it's just because it's OTP. Anyway, if you're looking for quality service and quality New American food around the Forum shops, this is a fine choice.
(4)Sean M.
Crab Cakes - 3 Stars Spring Rolls - 4 Stars Ceasar Salad - 4 Stars NY Strip Steak - 4 Stars Creme Brulee - 5 Stars
(4)Sohee B.
I had a special, filet with mashed potatoes and mushrooms and my husband had a grouper risotto. My dish was awesome. But for the price, not really. My husband's dish and mine were same price $32 but his portion was a lot smaller and not worth the $32, and his wasn't that great. The kids menu was less than impressive. We ordered the pasta with cheese and while the portion was pretty big (big enough for an adult) it was pretty plain; I was expecting it to be a little more fancier since the price suggested so. We were definitely underdressed and felt out of place surrounded by business women and men, and a lot older crowd. It is definitely a high end restaurant with high end prices.
(3)Karie L.
My hubby decided this was the place to surprise me with for our 12 year anniversary. I grew up around the corner from the forum and i love to be able to go and see how the area keeps changing and evolving, and i had no idea this place even existed. So we arrive and the waiter already knew who we were, we were promptly seated, The restaurant had a very bistro feel to it. We were greeted with water and bread immediately and let know that our server would be over promptly, also handed a beverage list. I looked it over and selected a raspberry kiss- absolutely Yummy- and the hubby had a beer. Our server came over and gave us a run down of the meu and took our drink orders. we decided to go with the Spicy Chopped Chicken & Sweet Slaw Spring Rolls-Jack Cheese, Pumpkin Seeds, Honey Jalapeno Drizzle for an app.. and OMG they may be one of the most amazing things i have eaten. At the end of the night i almost wished that i had just gotten an additional order of these as a meal. They are a MUST TRY! I ordered a cheeseburger with a fried egg ( the egg came out runnier then I am comfortable with- like the white part was still liquid) so i tried to eat around it, the burger its self was well seasoned. i just had a really hard time with the egg... and then it came with twice baked french fries- which were nothing to write home about. My hubby got a roasted chicken, with blue cheese mac and cheese and bacon green beans. it was incredible. We decided to pass on dessert we were both pretty full. I would say the menu is a little on the higher side, but over all the food was pretty worth it and the service was very personal and attentive. its worth a trip just for the spring rolls and the drink! I promise!
(4)David K.
At first I wasn't a fan. Now I'm a probably one of their biggest cheerleaders. Fine dining options in Peachtree Corners are limited (read: non-existent). There's J. Alexander's and there's Grace 17.20. After careful consideration I prefer the latter option. It seems like I bring all of my friends here when they meet me for lunch at work. Kathleem M. and Tim H. have both joined me here along with several co-workers. Oh, I brought my boss's son here once too. The food is reliable and the service is consistently good. Some of their sides are lackluster (the sweet potato chips were a big disappointment) and their specials can get tired (how many times can you call salmon "special" before it becomes unspecial??). The tried and true are always my preference. I'm a fish wrap and fries kinda lunch guy.
(4)John G.
One of my favorite restaurants in the area. You can't miss no matter what you order and the atmosphere is as nice as the food. The owners clearly care about offering stellar service!
(5)Mark D.
I visited here with 6 other women 12/15. We were seated at a table right outside the kitchen which was a terrible place for a table. It should be removed. I ordered the grouper which was over cooked, dry and certainly not worth the $30. The only saving grace was my salad. The service was o.k. A restaurant wanting to charge upscale prices should have impeccable food. I will not revisit.
(2)Brent H.
When it comes to food, I have a list of personal guidelines that I don't generally share with the public. I'll let Yelp in on a little secret though: Guideline #19 dictates that I will eat pretty much anything if you put a fried egg on it. So when I heard tales of a triple decker sandwich known as "The Cluck", and when I was told that the third layer consisted of bacon and a fried egg... I knew that I had to quest out to Grace 17.20 in Norcross to consume it. So that's exactly what I did on my lunch hour today. What an interesting restaurant. It's not the kind of place I would expect to feature a giant greaseball sandwich. White linens, oak furniture, vaulted ceiling. It looks like the kind of place I would take my mom for brunch. Not generally the kind of place I frequent, but I was on a mission. I was quickly seated and attended to by the pleasant staff. No, no. I won't be needing that menu. A higher purpose has called me here today, and I won't be deviated from my course. While my order is being processed, I look around the interior at the other diners. A couple of tables feature a full compliment of very serious looking men in business suits. Others prop up an assortment of lunching ladies. An interesting mix! Still, I feel slightly out of place, like perhaps I fibbed my way in posing as Abe Froman (The Sausage King of Chicago). I munch on some of the fresh pumpkin bread to pass the time. Delightful. Within 15 minutes, the object of my quest is presented to me in all of its triple-decker glory. A layer of honey mustard chicken salad. A second layer of breaded, fried chicken breast. A third layer of bacon and the pièce de résistance, a perfectly fried egg. All cradled by three pieces of nicely browned white toast. On the side, a refreshing salad of green apple and jicama. I think I ate the entire thing without exhaling once. Ultimately Grace 17.20 is not the kind of restaurant that I will likely return to. I didn't dig the vibe, kids. While the service was fine the atmosphere just didn't feel inviting. But the sandwich? Oh, the sandwich. Clucking fantastic.
(3)R G.
Went there for brunch to celebrate baptism of our friends grandson. Great food and very good service.
(5)Kathleen M.
I had to trek all the way out to Norcross (eep!) so I figured I better make good use of my time and lunch with David K while i was up there. He suggested we check out Grace 17.20, and I'm happy that he did. The Forum location is quite convenient if you want to get your shop on before or after, and the patio is ideal for those rare mild days we occasionally have. We may have been in the middle of a strip mall, but I was happy to be outside, for sure. Our waiter was a little awkward but took good care of us. The lunch menu has various sandwiches and salads, and I liked their bevy of side options: far beyond the typical french fries. Upon the server's recommendation, I ordered the chicken and spinach burger and it was good: tasty, but nothing special. I enjoyed the apple and jicama slaw that came on the side and I really have to give them credit for having innovative sides: it's a rarity these days. I would have no qualms about coming back to Grace 17.20 if I lived/worked in the hood, and it seems like they run some impressive specials at night.
(3)Mandy M.
Grace 17.20 has been getting very mixed reviews for a while now from our friends who live locally so we've been avoiding this restaurant for lunch and dinner. However, they had been advertising Sunday brunch for a while so this morning, when we were looking for something a little bit nicer for a post engagement party brunch I called the reservations line when the opened at 10:00 am. They were able to give us a table for 12 people at 11:30 am. They young woman I spoke to asked if we were celebrating anything and I told them yes, an engagement. Mea culpa, I didn't ask if they were still offering brunch. We were disappointed when we arrived to discover they were only offering their regular lunch menu, with one brunch option of French toast with bacon. I asked our server if if would be possible for them to do an omelette for my husband's father - you know what these old boys are like - you have breakfast food for breakfast. Our server went and asked the kitchen if they could do eggs and he came back and reported no, that would not be possible. On their website they like to commend themselves for their "gracious care in service", we didn't witness it this morning. Y'all couldn't whip up an omelette - really? Disappointingly, not one mention was made of the engagement, no congratulations were offered. The food was good, but you know, there are oodles of "good" restaurants around who provide better service. I'm going to have to choose to spend my money on businesses who will provide that little bit better service , in future.
(3)Rick H.
A special place for celebrating the good times. Food is top shelf and staff are good and friendly. Pricey, but worth it.
(5)Allan L.
Outstanding meal . . . outstanding ambiance . . . and outstanding service. I enjoyed their Saratoga Steak which the waiter described as the eye of the ribeye. It had the appearance of a filet with the taste of a ribeye. It was prepared perfectly, served hot, and will be ordered again. And, unlike my recent experience at Vinny's on Windward, they happily substituted broccoli for asparagus. Areas to improve: pre-dinner bread was a bit skimpy and served with wrapped tabs of butter. Freshly whipped butter is what's expected in a restaurant of this caliber. Lastly, John, our waiter, was a true stand out. He knew the menu, made intelligent recommendations, and was attentive to all of our dining needs.
(5)Cara H.
I can't rave enough about this place. I love their personal views, but it's the atmosphere, the attentive staff and amazing food that makes it a place we return to over and over. The chef is amazing and could charge much more, but he keeps it affordable. Love this restaurant!
(5)Christine K.
EDIT So I came back with my parents this past Friday for dinner. I asked my mom what she wanted for her birthday and Mother's Day this year. She gave me a whole list, but on thing was to eat at a restaurant my boyfriend and I would go to. (She's never been to a nice sit down American restaurant that gives you more than one fork. LOL) So, this brought us to Grace 17.20. My parents adored the bread basket and polished off 2 baskets during the dinner. We started off by ordering a glass of wine. I don't know much about red wines so I asked my server which red had a fruitier note. He didn't know, but was very nicely offered to find out. So we finally ordered...my mom ordered the Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon Filet. My dad ordered the open face cheeseburger and I went with the grilled chicken dish. My dish came with sun dried tomato mashed potatoes. I'd never had something like that before, but now, I am a huge fan. My parents really enjoyed their meal and the wonderful decor decor/atmosphere. Everything was wonderful and I will be keeping Grace on my short list. --------------------------------------------------Â-------------------------------------------- A friend was wondering where to have her sister's birthday and since I had been wanting to try this place out, I recommended it. (Yes, in hindsight, it was slightly selfish of me.) As soon as I walked in, I really liked the atmosphere. It had a nice level of noise and the interior made it feel cozy and home-like...a trendy home. Once we got seated, a bread basket was brought over. They had slices of rustic bread with butter, and sweet pumpkin bread. The pumpkin bread was more like a cake. It was sweet and despite being tasty, I didn't like having it before my meal. I got the Poblano Chile Stuffed Organic Chicken Breast. The chicken was drizzled with a chipotle buerre blanc sauce that was absolutely delicious. The chicken was moist, but the portion was pretty skimpy. I got bleu cheese baked macaroni and sauteed green beans. The green beans were cooked really well, but the macaroni was oily and dry. Overall, this was an okay dish, but I will probably get something else next time. Here are some of the other dishes our group got. The One Pound Open Faced Angus Cheese Burger was very good. It was a nice big serving...definitely enough for a macho man. The burger was thick and juicy and so flavorful. It comes topped with a fried egg and it even looks divine. A side of bleu cheese mashed potatoes was ordered with this. I must say that this side is one you can skip. The Cluck is a ridiculous and huge concoction. It is a triple decker sandwich that contains a fried chicken breast, honey mustard chicken salad, fried egg, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. This is gi-normous! My boyfriend substituted the fried chicken breast with grilled. This is a lot of food, and oh so tasty. I recommend this is you are HUNGRY. The Pan Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops on Roasted Corn Poblano Risotto looked really good. The scallops lived up to their name and the portion was very decent. But I did hear complaints that the risotto was on the watery side. Overall, I really enjoyed my time at Grace 17.20. The service was a bit slow, but the restaurant was pretty full, and I thought the experience as a whole was well worth it. I loved the feel and the food was very enjoyable. I definitely will be visiting again!
(4)Mike P.
Great service. Excellent food. Buckheadish type place in Norcross. Great place for a date. Not my ideal place for lunch but Fantastic for dinner and a date night.
(4)Chris S.
Terrific food, nice wine list with a lot of choices and reasonably priced for the atmosphere and the quality. Came here on a recommendation and would readily recommend to anyone.
(4)Kim F.
Dined here Wednesday evening for a business dinner. A long hair cooked into my food was reported to the Manager who commented "Oh, I know who this belongs to,". Upon retuning with a fresh plate, he then commented "the chef says she is sorry, but wants you to know she did wash her hair this morning." In addition to the inappropriate commentary by the Manager, there was no offer to comp the dish - we were charged for the full meal.
(1)Lisa A.
I was put in charge of picking a restaurant to take a new hire & his wife to by our office and had been wanting to try Grace 17.20 for some time, so I made the reservation. While I think the place was cute, the noise level was deafening and the seating arrangement was very awkward! The food left a lot to be desired, especially at the price point. Fish dishes were overcooked and had to be sent back and my roasted chicken was the driest piece of meat I think I have ever been served. I literally drank about 6glasses of water during the meal and repeatedly had to stop the waitstaff to get them to fill my glass. Their only saving GRACE is their small but affordable wine list. Not a place I would ever come back to for dinner but maybe for a glass of wine at the bar!
(2)Tamara M.
I visited Grace for a business lunch, yesterday, as our office isn't too far away. Others had raved about the food, and I found that they were on target. The special soup of the day was tomato chipotle. It was served with an avocado mousse at the bottom of the bowl, a nice touch to offset the spiciness of the soup. Food was plated attractively, but the prices weren't overwhelming. The dining room was casual, but elegant. This would be a nice place to celebrate a special occasion as well. For a main course, I had the grilled chicken orzo salad (with spinach, field greens olive and feta). The chicken was excellently prepared, and seemed to be high quality, not rubbery or mealy. They state that they vary the menu based on what's available at the time of season and what's fresh locally. I applaud that effort. Next time I plan to save room for dessert.
(4)Jinny Y.
3.5 stars Great ambiance, good service, but REALLY slow. Grilled flank iron steak with grilled broccoli and twice fried home style fries Steak was tender, but chewy. Only ate a quarter of it. I really liked the grilled broccoli and twice fried home fries though Pork chop with Logan Turnpike grits and collard green: Pork chop was grilled and well cooked to medium rare. Grits were nice and creamy. Collard greens were amazingly good. For dessert we had a flour-less chocolate cake with a white chocolate raspberry sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. (I specially asked for the scoop of ice cream). The cake was good not exceptional though.
(4)Jackie C.
I and two friends visited on Saturday night recently. We found the restaurant via a Scout Mob deal so we went in knowing that we'd get 50% off (max $25). I actually knew the server (surprise!) and he was great. The bread was delicious (loved the pumpkin bread) and the atmosphere on the patio outside was great. Except for the music. The speakers were working fine when we arrived but then started going in and out and coming on EXTREMELY LOUDLY. I think they finally turned them off. The reason for the rating is the food. One friend order the spinach salad. It was mostly a pile of spinach with a small amount of the nuts, cheese and cranberries. She asked for an additional side of toppings to make it taste like more than spinach. Her husband had the Parmesan Reggiano Cream Pappardelle without any meat. It was the most boring looking dish. Where's the color? And he said it was rather bland. I had the Vegetarian pasta dish which was good. It could have used more flavor and the sauce was pretty runny. The disappointment about the food might not have been so bad if it weren't for the price! Way overpriced for what we were served. The portion size was OK but the taste and flavor and for the salad the toppings were not good. We would have been more disappointed about the experience if we weren't getting $25 off the bill via Scout Mob. None of us was impressed enough to return. There are other places to try and other places we like much better for the price that we will eat at.
(2)Jerry C.
We met friends for brunch at Grace Sunday afternoon. It is a surprisingly cool restaurant tucked into the Forum. Elegant interiors and a cozy garden like patio make you forget that you are in a "destination shopping" mall (somebody shoot me). The brunch menu is so full of yummy that it is really hard to make a decision. We ended up ordering eggs Benedict with spinach and the pulled pork poblano with white chili hash and eggs. The eggs Benedict was attractive and delicious with a light creamy hollandaise . The poblano was drizzled with a tasty cilantro cream sauce that really made the dish. Cheesecake was fluffy wonderfulness juxtaposed with a sprinkling of sea salt. Great bread basket. Everybody in our large party was quite happy. Everybody needs a little grace on Sunday morning. We will be back for dinner soon.
(4)Pete And Lee W.
The food here is delicious but the service can be a little iffy. Some servers are excellent and this is a place worth dining. The shrimp and grits are wonderful - have had them various times, always excellent. We enjoy the patio in good weather and the ambience is lovely inside as well. Lunch or dinner, we always enjoy eating at Grace when in Atlanta (Norcross.)
(4)Charlie R.
This is one of the better restaurants in the metro area. I'm reluctant to tell this because it has become so crowded. It is located in The Forum in Peachtree Corners, and it is the most excellent place to eat. There is also a fine Mexican restaurant, La Parrilla, and the deli, Jason's. These are the only places I could ever recommend in The Forum for dining.
(4)Will W.
The Fish Wrap with Collard Greens...yum.
(5)Melanie M.
My fiance and I went here for an early Valentine's dinner. We did not want to get involved with trying to do things Monday nite. We made reservations and only had a brief wait. We were given the option to dine downstairs or upstairs. We chose upstairs since this was our second visit and we never dined up there previously. It 's small. About 10 or 12 tables but great if you are looking for something quiet and romantic. Food was great. I have the Vegetarian Strozzapretti Pasta with a side of greens. Just curious how such a sophisticated place would handle greens. They handle them just fine. My fiance had their on of their "Specials" that nite which was salmon with a mix of root veggies and grits. I am not much of a fish eater but the grits were excellent. You will also find it hard to resist the cinnamon bread that is in the complimentary bread basket. Grace knows they are on to something there because you can get some to go for just 8 bucks! Great with coffee. At the end of din din we shared a bannas foster dish with a scoop of white chocolate ice cream. Doesn't get more romantic than that! Final thoughts- There is so much to choose from. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a great "date nite" place without kids. :-)
(5)Laura B.
The food was perfectly seasoned and properly prepared. However, the dining experience was uncomfortable and haughty. I do not recommend this restaurant for regular, casual diners. We went there in casual attire as per their advertised atmosphere to have good food and to relax, but were disappointed by the looks and treatment by some customers and staff.
(3)Renee G.
It has been sssssooo long that I have been to this restaurant, I completely forgot how beautiful and elegant it is. Like a little hidden gem in the Forum at Peachtree Shopping Center, this place would be great for a special event! So I take one of my boyfriends for lunch since it was a convenient meeting spot. We're dressed in jeans and t-shirts and feel a bit awkward, but the hostess doesn't mind and makes us feel very comfortable. Service was great. We started with the smoked salmon flatbread, delicious. I ordered the chicken & spinach burger with mushroom soup. My mushroom soup was full of flavor and had a nice presentation. Truthfully, I was already fulll after the appetizer and soup, that I had to save my "burger" for later - even cold, it was great. My "date" got the fish wrap and was quite impressed as well. Probably the most impressive about the whole experience - was that it was a great culinary treat for lunch and the menu prices are CHEAP! Sandwiches and Appetizers averaged $13. Wow! Mambo Italiano next door would charge me the same thing for a bowl of pasta that I could make better at home. Suggestion - they were PACKED for lunch, make a reservation!
(4)Kendra R.
I used to LOVE their brunch but they no longer serve it. The food is pretty good and the patio is beautiful if the weather is nice.
(3)Jai R.
Love this place! My first visit. I didn't really like the wait (20-30 mins) but I went on a Saturday evening without reservations. I won't complain. The decor and ambiance of the restaurant is lovely. The outside seating was full if course on a nice night. Toward the end of the night the lights were dimmed and made it really classy and romantic. The restaurant has a French and Tuscan atmosphere but the food was more American. Once we were seated our drink orders were promptly taken and we were served their absolutely delectable pumpkin bread. This bread is super moist and topped with a cinnamon sugar crust. Seriously, finger licking good! Our waiter then came and introduced himself and walked us through the menu. He was a really nice guy. For an appetizer we ordered the highly recommended spicy chicken spring rolls. I know it seems like I'm going on and on about this place but these spring rolls were so good. They were perfectly crisp a bit spicy with a wasabi sauce. Seriously really good. Order it! For dinner I had the NY Strip Steak medium well. It was very well prepared and paired with mashed potatoes and asparagus. There was nothing abnormal or outstanding but the steak was cooked perfectly. Some chefs have a hard time getting medium-well perfect. This steak had just the right amount of tender red meat and well cooked outsides. My boyfriend ordered the pork chop meal, the real gem of dinner. The chop was so tender and had some kind of sauce on it. DEEEELICIOUS! The chop was paired with grits and collard greens. Very, very special dish. I had no issues with the service nor the food. I very highly recommend this place and I have every intention on returning. My boyfriend wants to go back ASAP for the "Clucker" sandwich but I was told that they offer a Sunday brunch. I can't wait!
(5)Jen H.
Went here 2 nights in a row this week, both for group business dinners, and both nights were a hit with our group, and service was great. I highly recommend the following: BBQ pork roll app, poached pear salad and pork chop (the only constant entree on the menu the 5 years they've been in business). Had ribeye the 2nd night and it was meh, nothing special as far as the quality of the meat, and definitely undercooked (I ordered med rare and instead, basically got seared beef sashimi). Collard greens were fantastic, completely top notch! The group also ordered one of every dessert item to share, and though I didn't have any myself, the table raved about the coconut cream pie and the caramel cheesecake with sea salt. Evaluating others' entrees, I'd say that the pork chop was the #1, and the lamb chops got rave reviews as well. Perfectly cooked, great portion sizes. Fish entrees looked shockingly small, though, so be forewarned - if you're really hungry, don't order the fish. (I wouldn't anyway, as my rule about seafood is: if you can't see the ocean, do not order seafood.)
(4)Christie K.
I have always liked Grace 17.20. The name is beautiful and the setting is adorable. It's smack dab in the middle of The Forum, and has a wonderful lunch menu. Order the scallops - they are cooked to perfection! Grace 17.20 also has an extensive wine list, with a WONDERFUL Chardonay our waitress suggested (dangnamit, I wish I remembered the name)~
(4)Samantha E.
I go to this restaurant several times a month, we have always had excellent service. The reason for the one star? The owner - she is the rudest person I have encountered in a very long time. She does not appreciate her customers, makes me wonder why she named the place Grace, she has NONE.
(1)Kyong M.
My husband and I had a gift card so we went for a Sunday lunch (brunch). We went after the lunch rush (2pm) so by the time we were there it was nice and quiet. We started off with a bread basket - pumpkin struesel, banana walnut, and chocolate. Chocolate bread tasted like fluffy brownies (yum!), and pumpkin struesel was absolutely delightful... but they tasted more like dessert. We ordered fish wrap with homemade sweet potato chips & salmon with mashed potatoes and string beans. Salmon dish was a bit too heavy for a Sunday brunch and would have been a great dinner entree, but the fish wrap had a perfect combination of lightly fried fish, shallot dill mayo and sweet cole slaw. (Cole slaw looks & tastes similar to Japanese pickled ginger, so if you don't like it you may not like the Cole slaw). We finished off the bread basket as our dessert and were too full to order anything else. The service was exceptional from the moment we walked in, and Sunday brunch menu is at a reasonable price as well.
(5)Krystal M.
I first have to start off by saying that I love the concept and vibe of this restaurant. The interior and exterior decor is gorgeous. The service was impeccable. However, when it comes to the food, I was not impressed . . . AT ALL! Since returning from Vancouver a few weeks back, I've been longing for crab cakes -- I had amazing crab cakes while in Canada and wanted to relive that same experience back here at home in Atlanta, so I decided to order the crab cake and a Caesar salad. The romaine lettuce of the Caesar salad was not cut in a way it made it easy to eat -- the lettuce was displayed on the plate with a piece of toast with a circular hole in which the lettuce was fed through -- the presentation was nice, but the salad was not good at all ... probably the worse Caesar salad I've ever had! Okay, on to the crab cake --- I expected a "lump" crab cake, but instead it was the flat/patty style crab cake, but it looked like someone had taken a fork full off the side of it. I asked the waiter about why it looked as if someone had taken a bite out of it and he told me that's how it's supposed to look because it contained very little breading . . . whatever! I basically spent $30 for food that was not fulfilling at all. I was hungry after just 30 minutes of leaving the restaurant. I will say the restaurant wasn't too crowded on a Friday night and we were seated immediately. Needless to say, I won't be back unless they increase their portion size and consider a different way to "present" their food.
(2)Mark B.
Arrived to open door, I guess they are fly friendly. Nice decor, bit sterile,so is food.$15 crab cake was ok,overpriced. Spinich salad bland, but good bread. nice nite on patio,inside empty. Desserts not made there but desiguised as "homemade", Overpriced, nice for ladies lunches who are there for the company. Nice wine list but not specify. Rather eat at TEDS RATHER THAN FAUX GOURMET GRACE
(2)Chris B.
Wow this place was good. Despite being down the street from where I lived a little while back I had never heard of it til I went to a business lunch there recently, and now I'm sad that I didn't. It's actually in the Forum shopping center, so it gets a little hidden away in all the other stores there. The food is kind of new american/southern. One of the guys I was with got the BBQ pork and pickled slaw spring rolls as an appetizer, which looked delicious. I got the smoked salmon flatbread for my lunch and the bread pudding for dessert, both of which were very tasty. The atmosphere was also very nice. If you're looking for a nicer restaurant in Norcross that is still casual and has some original tasty food, this is the place for you.
(5)Nancy M.
The service and the atmosphere make this one of my favorite places to dine. I am never disappointed with anything I order. The chef always sends a sample of their soup of the day. The food presentation is beautiful. I wish I had taken a photo of some of the beautiful dishes I have had. Hope you enjoy your experience as much as we do.
(5)Fdoamerica G.
Not up to the high marks that others gave. Nice Atmosphere, yes. Good, service, yes (not great, but good), but the food quality was disappointing and expensive for what we got -- $96 including tip for 2 -- no drinks. We had the crab cake appetizers (2) which were the best part of the meal, very good. Next, we had two mixed green salads that were nothing special, just mixed lettuce - really disappointing. Finally, we split a Rib Eye steak that had no flavor and made me wish, for the $32 price,we would have gone to Bones or McKendrick's. Would I go back... no, considering the price and the quality.
(2)Paula B.
This place is rather deceiving, in my opinion. Both the exterior and interior decor give this it the appearance of being a high end fine-dining experience. Check out the menu and the prices support that theory as well, but the food...not so much. From the dinner menu, I had the smoked turkey and black forest ham club sandwich. An odd choice? Indeed. The menu selections ranged from hopped up burgers and salads to seafood dishes that carried a heavy price tag, which for the record, I have no problem with. The words "cheap" and "seafood" should never be paired within a sentence. I have no complaints about the food or the service. We were treated to an amuse bouche of chilled pea soup that was tasty, but a bit off-putting when served in a shot glass. It really is a beautiful restaurant with classy vibe. I found myself longing for a menu more in tune with the atmosphere, though I suppose the shopping center location makes that a hard sell. In short, really good food and service, but I'm sure the chef de cuisine has a more expansive menu than what is currently offered.
(3)Phil M.
This was our first time there. We will not be back. The restaurant is a poor value - overly high prices (entrees are $25+) for overly average and excessively salted food. The total bill for 2 (salad, entree, one glass of wine, and tip) was over $100. The pork chop was drowning in sauce and the pork loin was bland. On the positive side, entree portions are generous (notwithstanding the salt level) and the pumpkin bread is great.
(1)Tim P.
The maitre'd was on the phone when we arrived and did not acknowledge or greet us. He was unkempt, unprofessional and self-important. The waiter that served us, on the other hand, was friendly and helpful. The food was very good and nicely presented. I ordered the Shrimp Salad wrap which contained a lot of lettuce and very little shrimp salad, but it was tasty. The soup of the day was quite good. All in all a nice place, great atmosphere and decor, nice patio, and an unfortunate maitre'd
(3)Cammy B.
After a sensational spa treatment at the spa next door, I eagerly made my way to this restaurant to treat my pallet! This last trip was my fourth visit, but it feels like a new experience ever time. Friday nights they have free live entertainment that just complements their food like a fitting glass of wine. Now, I tried their Seared Salmon fillet prepared with sweet and sour shallots, smoked bacon sauce accompanied with creamy mashed potatoes and haricot verts. This dish is simply beautiful! The salmon texture is flaky and rich with with fresh ginger, so it is wonderful all by it self. But, when you incorporate the homemade sweet and sour shallot and smoked bacon sauce; the tangy sweet medley is absolutely delicious! You can definitely tell they use quality ingredients and enjoy preparing them. I didn't even flinch at the price of $16 plus tax, beverage and tip! It was well worth it, I can't wait to return and try another dish!
(5)Clay M.
Great meal, great service and great atmosphere.
(5)Evan L.
Dined on a Saturday night. Good service, nice ambiance, mediocre food, overpriced. Two entrees at my table: halibut special for $32 and the sirloin steak for $30. The halibut was generally tasty, but nothing too exciting. It seemed to be slightly undercooked, which may be fine for other fish but not halibut. The steak was perfectly ordinary. Not much flavor for a decent cut. It really tasted like something I would cook up at home. Desert was the strawberry cobbler which was quite obviously fresh out of the microwave. Disappointing food over all and really overpriced. I'll try back at lunch but won't be doing dinner there again any time soon.
(3)F C.
Been this restaurant for lunch years ago and still remember after I relocated to Cali. The service was good and the most impressive is the interior design. Food wise I wasn't quiet sure as it had been a while but I do like the ambience of this place.
(4)Vanessa E.
what a beautiful place with servers who have true southern manors. The lamb burger was amazing and we also enjoyed the friend green tomatoes and a few apps that were also great. cant wait to go back!
(5)Hannah P.
Good food, good service, good atmosphere. The Valentine's menu was a bit pricey, but I really have nothing to complain about. The grouper was moist and had a good flavor. My husband's crab cakes were really good. No fillers at all. A friend had the scallops, and they were also good - nicely seared. The caramelized onion and blue cheese appetizer was good, but the onion flavor was lost in the blue cheese. The creme brule was delicious!
(4)Don D.
The food is quite good, but not as good as the prices might suggest. They more than make up for that disparity. You get a huge side of pretentiousness free with every meal! Trying to impress someone who is incredibly superficial? Need to reinforce your self importance by blowing money? This is the place!
(3)Brady V.
This is a restaurant that I go to on special occasions and I am never disappointed. They have a very nice bar at the entrance. The wait staff is always professional. The ambience is perfect for business or quiet meals, which I find important. You do not need to shout over each other in order to hear. And of course the food is always good and portioned nicely - by this I mean the portions are not huge, but just right so that you don't leave feeling gorged. I find this important because its often hard to eat out and not eat too much. Great restaurant.
(4)Jenny L.
Went here with a large party for a birthday dinner. Nice ambiance with live singer on the keyboard. Patio had the fireplace going but it's a wasted space in the winter time. Wait staff were professional and cordial. Loved their bread we asked for seconds. Looking at what everyone ordered at the table and getting taste other people's dishes, I would have to say most of their dishes are good. My friend loved the prime rib and it was cooked perfectly to her taste....very rare and bloody. Nice salmon filet, not too fishy. I had the scallops. It was a little undercooked but it's better than having it overcooked. It was on a bed of some type of sweet mashed potato with what tasted like fried bacon. It was a good portion. Their burger comes with fried egg, which is always a good thing. Overall, the food is great and I would definitely go back again. I had to give it 4 stars because it took over an hour to get our food. But considering they were trying to time the dishes right to bring it all out at the same time for a party of 15, I'd give them an A for effort. Oh, and try their caesar salad. has the crunchiest croutons i ever had. but do ask for extra dressing and cheese.
(4)Jin K.
Grace 17.20 takes its inspiration from Matthews 17:20. How clever to incorporate faith and food (mustard seed). While the restaurant has Christian influences, you wouldn't know it until you looked at their menu and noticed the bible verse at the very end. Very subtle and classy. So if you're not a Christian, don't be wary because of their foundation; they certainly don't beat you over the head with it. Instead come for the fantastic ambiance and delicious food. It's a perfect spot for Sunday lunch. The restaurant is well lit with a wall of windows and has a sort of clean, rustic charm. My girlfriends and I ordered 4 different lunch items and we loved all of them. Here's my order of preference: Parmesan Fish Wrap (fish was perfectly battered and fried), Smoked Turkey and Swiss (the peppers and bbq mayo were a nice twist!), Chicken and Spinach Burger (a delicious and healthy alternative to your regular burger), and Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich (yum!). All our portions were huge for lunch. Our favorite side was the Watermelon Feta Salad. But then again, I love anything watermelon! Oh and I can't forget their bread. The pumpkin bread made in-house was so good! Service was friendly and efficient and our drinks were never half-empty. The restaurant makes you forget that you're in a strip mall in Norcross (located in the Forum shopping center toward Trader Joe's). A very pleasant find if you're in the area!
(5)Christina T.
I came here for a friends bday dinner. They "private room" is more like a big closet they turned into a room.The atmosphere was perfect for a small/classy birthday dinner so it served us well. Our server was attentive and answered our questions the best he could. I had the shrimp bisque which was my favorite, flavorful and creamy. The scallop risotto was okay, the scallops were good but the risotto tasted a little bland. Also had some wine that was okay, but i don't really know what is good wine anyways.
(3)Ruksana H.
This was my choice for my big 30th birthday dinner! Had only seen the place from the outside on a prior visit and heard good stuff so decided to have some faith and just reserve :) I was not let down. Since I had a party of 15 we were given the little party room upstairs, stairs right at the entrance so you dont have to go through the whole restaurant. It was a rustic little room, pretty bare-boned but so tastefully set - up with an old large antique chandelier from the high ceiling. Our serving staff Alex and Lani were wonderful and took great care of us. We opted for a bottle of white wine and they ensured our glasses were never empty. Even though are guests kept walking in over the next hour and a half they were very polite and helpful with the menu and choices. The house-made pumpkin bread was lovely. The bruschetta for starters was dry but tasteful. The chicken spring rolls were different but good. Everyone enjoyed the starters irrespective. For entrees I chose the paperdelle with shrimp and the husband the steak salad. Both were equally good and serving sizes just right. Our guests were also impressed with the food but most of us had to take home boxes for the quantity of food on our plates. We had my cake plated. The did not even ask about candles, just organized that on their own and had it lit and ready on another table in the room. Despite my cake being a bit difficult (it was 3 layer cake that even I couldnt cut a good piece out of!) they had it plated and served in perfect slices. Lani in fact regaled us with a little bit of a hindi song for my birthday!!! How nice and special is that?! They were also kind enough to do individual checks for all of us, my party being 12 people thats a few checks to account for. Until we said our goodbyes and left for the night, both servers were gracious and friendly. They certainly made a good impression on us of the restaurant itself. I did find the food good but a bit pricey for dinner at least. I would love to go back again for a special meal or even to try their brunch which I have heard so much about. The fact that it is located in the Forum mall makes it a great choice for shopping before or after. A beautiful restaurant with wonderful service and good food.
(5)Jake E.
Near perfect, only thing holding back is the menu: too few selections. All are good though, the service is top notch, and have never had an even average meal. Wife and I love to come here for dinner with friends or special night for just two of us. Flat iron steak is awesome. Pasta with cream sauce is OK at best. Lots of other good choices. They generally do a great job on steaks and fish choices.
(5)Michael K.
I was very pleasantly surprised when we decided to have our office Christmas party here. Working in Peachtree Corners, it seems most options are chain restaurants, so it was nice to find a quality local place. The food was divine (appropriate for the biblical affiliation) and the server was very attentive and friendly. While some of my coworkers said that service is usually slow, we were taken care of in a timely manner but didn't feel rushed. We started off splitting some salads - I had some of the arugala salad, which was good, but not quite worth the $8. For my entree, I ordered the pork tenderloin, which was an excellent choice - some of the best I have ever had, perfectly seasoned and moist. The grits were also out of this world, and the greens were very good. The main entree portion was very generous and none of us had room for dessert. Others got sandwhiches which they enjoyed. I look forward to a reason to return here soon!
(5)D G.
Great food, wonderful atmosphere! Our waiter was a little slow, but overall a great experience. I had the salmon and my hubby had the pork chop. My fish wasn't the best, but all the sides were delish! It's a Christian owned restaurant, all the more reason to go!
(5)Renee T.
Food is really delicious, but the waiters are just off. I'm not sure what it is. They are all really strange and do not seem happy to be there. I had lunch there last Friday and our waiter was an old, fat, and grumpy man. He seemed 100% exasperated the entire time. He was literally huffing and puffing and sweating, yuk! I'll go back in a year or so and see if things have improved. It is unfortunate that a place with good food can be brought down by the staff.
(3)Hugh B.
Outstandingly pleasant experience . Cheerful hostess welcome, friendly bartender, attentive waiter. Menu limited in selection and somewhat pricey, however food was prepared tastefully and served promptly. We sat outside on the patio and thoroughly enjoyed the evening.
(4)Rock T.
Took a friend here for a surprise birthday lunch. I had the shrimp & grits which were almost as good as what I had in Charleston. This is a great place for special occasions. Looking forward to coming back for dinner.
(4)Heather P.
We had our first trip to Grace 17.20 a couple days ago for Valentine's dinner. I disagree that it only masquerades as a fine dining restaurant. It's beautiful inside -- almost Tuscan. There's a small bar area with some couches. We underestimated how far it was from our hotel, and they were as accomodating as could be when we called to bump our reservation. They'd rolled out some V-Day specials alongside their regular menu. The menu was small but varied, with sandwiches and pastas alongside the entrees, and some vegetarian selections. GF isn't noted on the menu but I'm relatively sure what I ended up ordering would fall into that category, so definitely call and ask. Service was very friendly and helpful; our water glasses were literally never half-empty (or, if you're that type of person, never less than half-full.) I had a "Ragin' Red-tini" which seemed appropriate (Grey Goose, Pama, triple sec, pomegranate juice) and it was strong but sooooo tasty. Glasses of wine were expensive at $9 - 12 a pop, but they were enormous. We both ordered the shrimp bisque, which was the low point of the evening for me (although BF finished both mine and his.) I don't like fish and appreciate shrimp because of how un-fishy they usually are. The bisque was SUPER fishy, and I just couldn't. So, chalk it up to either unusual flavor profiles or me ordering against myself instead of for myself. Still not sure. Yargh. My entree was amazing, though. Flank steak with mushroom pan sauce, grilled zucchini and the most wonderful grits I've ever had, which is saying something. (It was supposed to come with fries, but they happily subbed them out for me.) I almost licked the plate. BF had lobster risotto which seems almost comically decadent, and he love-love-loved it. We bypassed the flourless chocolate torte and salted caramel cheesecake for the dessert special pie: (almost overly-)salted pretzel crust, chocolate pie filling, chili-spiked caramel, and cinnamon whipped cream. Oh. Mah. God. Foodgasm. Mouth party. Nom. It's a bit pricey but totally acceptable for a special occasion place, and tres romantic. You always hear horror stories about restaurants on V-Day, but Grace 17.20 knocked it out.
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