Haven Restaurant Reviews

What a great place! Loved the salmon and the great wine choices! Cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumbers, and kalamata olives mixed with couscous and topped with a perfectly prepared salmon was a feast for the palate! Sat at the bar on Saturday night for dinner and had friendly, super attentive service (thanks John)! Great place! Will definitely visit again!

I love this restaurant more now than I did when I first found it, a couple of years ago. The service is casual and relaxed, but the menu is quite something - always good Southern options, typically large portions but very well presented and made with fresh and high-quality ingredients.

Have eaten at Haven many times. Never disappointed. Great food, atmosphere and good wine list. Can get busy at weekends, so recommend making a reservation.

I was visiting our daughter and she suggested Haven in lieu of going to our normal fine dining spots. It was a short walk from where she lived and we had just planned on going for a drink and a small cheese plate or something. Instead we did have duck liver and lobster for appetizers and after a martini decided to eat a meal off the appealing menu. I had the scallops (#10's and 8's), my wife had the duck as did our daughter and all were amazing. Next time we will jump on the bone in rib-eye which looked awesome on the table nearby. We had a bottle of wine with our meal ($85) which was perfect for our food choices. For dessert we had a chocolate brownie with Ice cream. The service was very good , there is a bar you can eat from or just drink which holds about 10-12 people. If you so choose, there is valet parking and also there is on street parking which is at a premium. I really suggest you try Haven as it's not stuffy at all and has all types of patrons. Dress for most people is dressy casual with some with jackets and dresses which is how we dressed.

As a local resident (1.8 miles away, according to the GPS), I am always surprised when, on the odd occasion, I discover a secret place reserved for local neighborhood people. So imagine my surprise when I find a whole street I didn't know about. I've always used opentable to make reservations, and if I see a place I don't know, I ask around to see if anyone can make a recommendation. However, since this place is listed as Buckhead - which it certainly isn't - when I asked, no-one had heard of it. It's actually in Brookhaven. Searching on a local event site, I spotted Haven's brunch advertisement. I looked it up, and sure enough, it was one of the elusive spots I'd failed to find a fan of. I booked, and we pulled up to the ridiculously small valet lot, and felt a little silly handing the keys over to a valet who would have to drive exactly 10 yards to park it for us. Oh well... Free valet is never something to moan about. We were seated swiftly, and noticed that the bar area was completely full. Also noted was the odd choice of white shirt and blue jeans the servers wore - more casual than the menu pricing would suggest. Also strange to see an almost entirely middle-aged male staff, except for the young girl hosting. The service wasn't particularly friendly, but it was efficient and easy. We ordered an appetizer each, since we were planning on salad for entrees. This was a mistake, since here, small plates does not mean especially small, and the trout cake and beef options were more than enough for a single diner each. The salad is well worth a mention - check out the spinach salad, innocently claiming to contain egg and bacon. Nothing odd there, except it was a perfectly poached egg and the "bacon" was closer to delicious belly pork, cooked expertly. Diner number 2 had long since abandoned the idea of salad when he spotted the roast chicken with fingerling potatoes and carrots - and, despite the plate arriving with enough food to feed a family (two large chicken breasts, when one would have been too much) the verdict was a happy face and lots of appreciative "mmmmmm" sounds. If only the service had been friendlier, I'd have given Haven the full 5-stars. As it stands, I will be returning to test out a different server, and possibly spend a few lazy hours sitting at the bar, trying out a few cocktails. On a final note, the restaurant reported me as a no-show on Opentable, which dimmed the "mmmmmmmmmmemories" somewhat and was a pain to fix - but lets see how they do next time.

Had brunch today and the food was excellent. I’m writing this because I had to say something about the service...outstanding!!

If you're a fan of mussels, order them- you won't be disappointed. Good atmosphere and reasonable prices.

This was our second time to visit Atlanta and Haven. We chose to return after a great meal the first time. Love the atmosphere and the food. We sat on the patio which was entirely enclosed by a plastic wall. Only a few tables are available in open air seating. Inside is too loud for us so the outdoor seating was better.

Creative menu with attention to detail. Selections include variety of meat, fish, fowl, and a sublime lemon ricotta tortellini entree. Luscious dessert menu. Waitstaff very accomodating Can't wait to return

The service here is really really good which helps make for a better meal! They make a pretty good Dark 'n Stormy! Since it was a little pricey and we were on the road, we decided to split our entree. So each of us had a bowl of french onion soup. It was packed with onions and the crouton covered with melted cheese was really yummy. Broth not so. I don't know if they make their own or what but it did not have a really strong flavor...kinda watery. But our bone-in rib eye was wonderful!! Perfectly cooked and very tender. The Vidalia onion rings that we chose as our side was also very good. Glad we split the entree because we still did not have enough room for dessert.

Great food, Wonderful service, friendly people and nice atmosphere. A wonderful way to share in a son's birthday dinner. Recommend this restaurant highly.

I have Brunch here a few times a year. I love this restaurant, location, that it takes reservations and the parking. But, the brunch menu needs an update or they need specials for the day. The salad was great, frittata was average and the biscuits were a bit hard on the outside. To stay competitive Haven needs to up its game a bit and offer some specials of a few occasional changes to the menu. Still, if you have not been there - do give it a try.

Four of us had dinner here for the first time and it was a wonderful find. The food was excellent from appetizers to entrees to desserts. The mussels appetizer and salmon entree were particularly outstanding. The service was also excellent - we'll be back!

Hello! So I visited Haven twice within 3 days and had a great experience both times. I had Greg as my waiter on Friday and he, along with the hostess and management were wonderful! The food was amazing and I would recommend that anyone visiting Atlanta visit them. I went back on Sunday, where I hosted my sister's baby shower, and the staff was great. So accommodating, and just so very nice. The managers, James and Gordon, were great. Karen, our server, (well all of our servers) were great. Alanna and Gabriella were also so helpful with setup and EVERYTHING. I cannot say enough great things about Haven and I cannot wait to go back!

We who live in this area hope Haven never becomes widely known - terrific staff, bartender who can make any drink, quality but reasonably priced wines, superb food. Good choice of interesting dishes, and atmosphere that goes with being a neighborhood favorite. Come and try it - but not too many of you!

We wanted to dine at Haven to try out the new menu, which is excellent. Many new items have been added, and the food and service remain top-notch. Haven's Wagyu Burger is one of the best in Atlanta, and the salmon is always a great choice. It's always nice to see the same servers and management—Haven clearly values and retains its employees. The outdoor patio is also a great spot to enjoy your meal.

My husband and I ate at Haven on a recommendation from a friend. We would certainly eat there again.... loved the laidback atmosphere and delicious food!

I have dined at Haven multiple times, this neighborhood restaurant is always wonderful. The service is wonderful, the food is excellent. I have never had anything less than great service and great food.

This is a neighborhood place for us and we frequent sister restaurants Vero and Valenza often. This was our first visit to Haven in awhile and what a great surprise. The menu has new offering and the wines by both the glass and bottle were great. The dry aged steak was a treat as was the seafood special. We finished with the fried blueberry pie with lemon/thyme sorbet that was clearly made in house and very good. We won't wait this long again for another visit.

We were in Atlanta for a wedding recently and went to Haven. Nice place, great wine list, and the food was pretty good. Very loud, though. My wife and I split a huge porterhouse, we probably should have ordered it rare since they were cooking it Pittsburgh style. My daughter had the special, which was bluefin tuna and she ate every bite! Nice dinner, but I have other favorites in Atlanta I will visit before I return to Haven.

Had a selection of appetizers. All very tasty and nicely presented. Enjoyed the mussels and cheese plate. Food was also nice and hot!

Pros: inviting atmosphere, great patio, quality food. Cons: prices not matching food standard, very loud, service really off, no greeting at sit down, lapses in time, long waits for courses, and hard to get check. We had 5 items, none of which were memorable; trout, squash blossoms, scallops, beet salad and fruit crumble. Some of food simply not good, scallops, crumble. Presentations downright sloppy. They hit some marks, trout was decent. Atlanta is a competitive food scene and Haven is not holding up; many better options.

We had a delightful dinner! I only wish the weather had been pleasant enough to sit outside as they have one of the prettiest patios in Atlanta. That didn't at all spoil how much fun we had and how good the food was. The staff were incredibly efficient, friendly, and generous. One of the staff saw my husband take a bite of the candied bacon from my butter lettuce salad - which was amazing, and they brought over a small plate of bacon! He had toyed with the idea of getting some fried okra, but decided it would be too much food. They brought over a small portion as a compliment! It was maybe the lightest, crispiest fried okra ever. Two of us had the scallops with jalapeno cream corn - excellent. I had the bacon wrapped North Georgia trout which was crispy and flavorful. I would recommend any of these dishes. All this left no room for dessert, which I'm sure would have been wonderful. The only recommendation I can make for improvement would be the addition of heaters on the patio for cooler weather. Oh, and it was a bit noisy.

We were seated on the patio which was nice on a warm Atlanta night. The place was very busy, but the service was quick and efficient. The food on the other hand was pricey and not worth it! There were six of us and all received meals that were cold. I had salmon which was over cooked and dry served with cold , pasty risotto. Another friend had the steak which was like shoe leather. We would go back for drinks on the patio, but will eat before going.

One of the best brunch experiences I have had in a nice atmosphere on porch. Service was good and I had best Eggs benedict ever! My friends has french toast and omelette of the day and they both loved their entrees.

We visited here to celebrate a couple of birthdays The scallops, salmon, and grouper were excellent. The burgers came out without cheese and with cold fries.

Sound LOUD. We ate at an intimate two person table and could hardly hear each other in conversation. But the service is friendly and the food is good.

As you drive out of Atlanta past Brookhaven, the Buckhead residents start to feel a little nervous at straying so far from the town, but this is worth the extra few minutes drive past Lenox! There is valet parking and the restaurant is situated in a new building tastefully furnished to have a bit of character. It was Saturday and it was packed. The only downside to this place is that the noise level would be described as energetic on some sites! We were seated straight away and the waiter was attentive and helpful. Two of us chose the lamb at different temperatures and they were perfect. The two fish eaters both enjoyed theirs. the salads for appetizers were tasty and the Pinot Noir that we chose as a compromise worked well for everybody. No deserts so no comments. We liked this one a lot and will go back.

Went on a Tuesday night and had to wait about 20 minutes for a table. The hostesses were so polite and accommodating. I had the mussels small plate along with the Bibb salad with candied bacon, blue cheese and dried tomatoes. For small plates they were huge portions. The mussels were so good in a tomato cream broth. Everyone was pleased with their meals.

We stumbled upon Haven using google when our first restaurant of choice was inadequate. It's in the Brookhaven area with several other restaurants. The atmosphere was laid back yet classy and the staff were attentive. The food was amazing in taste and presentation. I had salmon, my husband had lamb and the portions were large so we both took home our leftovers. The food was a little pricey but it was worth it. W'ed definitely go back again.

This is a very good restaurant in Brookhaven. The place is always packed so I highly recommend a reservation. Parking is a bit of a challenge as the entrance is slightly hidden it is outfront of the restaurant on a side street; valet parking no charge. The atmosphere is millennium chic but don't let that be a factor if you are out of that generation. The staff is extremely welcoming and very well informed about the menu and the wine list. Sunday nights they have wine bottle specials that are a good deal on some very interesting vintages. The menu is not large but the dishes are done very well. My wife had trout and I had the Sunday special fried chicken which was as good as "Mommas". with some sophisticated sides. The pricing is a little steep but the quality is very good so it is a good value.

This brunch spot in Brookhaven has the convenience of being hidden behind trees and bushes in the center of Brookhaven. Large umbrellas top the tables as I and two friends sip on mimosas. I ordered the crab cake which was cooked perfectly, not dry and bready but moist and paired well with the light Bernaise sauce. My friends had the French toast and the shrimp and grits. The toast was so large that she could only finish one of the two, the last me and my other friend finished with the fresh whipped cream and berry sauce. The shrimp and grits had a great flavor though the sauce that was used made everything so runny. Didn't like the texture. The service was perfect, never felt that I had to wait to long to ask for more and she was right on top of our drinks. A perfect location for friends, family or an intimate meal. Will come again.

My dinner group ( the Dining Divas ) visited Haven this month. We loved it! Haven is located in the trendy Brookhaven community just outside of the swanky Buckhead corridor in Atlanta, GA. Well let me tell you ... the food was great and our server was wonderful. On a lovely Thursday night in early spring, the patio was filled with patrons with cocktails and craft beers that were happy to be enjoying time with friends after a long day at the office. Haven is the kind of place that is tucked in the middle of a community where neighbors gather and visitors check local listing to see what's available near by. I had the bacon wrapped trout with grits and it was delightful. I am a sucker for anything wrapped in bacon ...but this was special. The fish was cooked perfectly ...tender, flaky and moist. The grits were just as good ; creamy and decadent. I was fortunate enough to taste the lamb and it was amazing. To start, we ordered the fried oysters and they did not disappoint. We completed the meal by sharing a complimentary brownie a la mode ( it was my birthday week). It was the perfect ending to an amazing dinner. The brownie melts in your mouth. Moreover, the food is priced just right and that makes it go down so much better. Go with a group or with a date... totally appropriate. The Dining Divas give Haven a toast for being excellent !

Everything at Haven was wonderful. Our waiter was professional and entertaining The food was exciting, extensive wine list and tasty non-alcoholic drinks :-)

The ambience is eclectic with a good vibe. Food was very good, but not absolutely remarkable. And prices were a bit high. Steaks were same price as the exclusive steak houses and not quite of that quality. You will enjoy your evening here.

The food that was being served looked yummy but we had already eaten so I we did not try the food. The ambiance inside and outside the restaurant is nice. The bartender was great!

We dine at this restaurant at least once a month and are never disappointed. Reservations are unfailingly honored and the servers are very welcoming and knowledgeable. The menu does not change a lot but in this case it is a good thing. Regular menus items are delicious and the specials are interesting and always tasty. Love this restaurant.

We were there on a Tuesday - hamburger special night. Great hamburgers, lovely wine, heavenly desserts. The noise increased with loud music by the time we finished eating but we were ready to move on anyway. Valet parking is free and convenient.

Our party of four endured the valet parking and lack of other parking options and entered on a cold night. Our table was mid room and the noise was incredible. Throughout the evening we had to talk loudly to be heard and virtually shouted at the wait staff. Three of our party had the trout entre and it was very good but topped with sinful bacon. I enjoyed the grilled salmon which was a small portion of fish with chopped tomato and other vegetables as garnish. Wines were acceptable and varied. Our waiter did a good job and was familiar with bar tender practices etc. and steered us to the Martini's. If not for the noise level it would have been pricey but worth it.

A busy place in a bustling part of town but well worth the trip. The wine selection is quite good and the food creative and tasty. Reservations recommended, especially on weekends. Arrive early and stroll through a nice neighborhood or stop at a nearby wine bar. The service at Haven was quite good and the menu offered a nice variety of dishes, most with contemporary touches to Southern fare. I rate the chicken and sausage gumbo five stars. And start with a obvious favorite -- a serving of "hay" -- which are finely cut and delightfully seasoned fries stacked high.

I love to sit outside at Haven for brunch. Their beignets are wonderful. Shrimp & grits are also yummy, as well as Eggs Benedict, and everything else I have had here. Bacon is excellent! Have never been disappointed here - always consistent and a pleasure to dine here. Great wait staff.

We saw this restaurant featured on Atlanta Eats and decided to give it a try. It was wonderful. The drinks are great, the food was as we expected and the service was superb. Our waiter Michael was the best. If you can only make it out one time this month I would make it Haven.

The menu here offers a great selection to choose from along with specials to tempt you. I've eaten here several times and I've not had a dish that wasn't spectacular. They offer a full bar and a great wine list. Thursday nights, they have a band outside which ramps up the numbers.

We made reservations, its a small venue and parking is tight in the area but they have valet parking so that is convenient. The drinks were very good but a little pricey. The food was exceptional. I like to try different meal and I had the catfish over grits. Not your typical catfish dinner. It was exceptionally tasty and I followed it up with a hot fudge brownie with caramel ice cream. I was very full when I left the restaurant since I don;t normally get desert., but it was worth it. All the meals were reasonably priced except for the steaks that seemed a little high. I didn't eat one so I cant tell you if they worth it or not.

Excellent brunch! Biscuits with sausage gravy, shrimp and grits and the Dresden omelet are superb. Attentive and professional staff deliver great service. Great for lunch and dinner as well.

We love Haven's food, warm and lovely ambiance, and beautifully lit outdoor dining. Feels like a special occasion, but prices are not over the top. Try the Truffled Potato hay-- a stack of deliciously crisp potato sticks. We much prefer sitting outside; our last time indoors was pretty cramped. Nevertheless, we still loved it and will continue to come often!

We went for a b day dinner. We all enjoyed both the food and the service. We drove from North Georgia. We were glad they had parking after the hour and half drive. The service was excellent. We loved the menu. Everything was delicious. We had a great time

Wonderful food, not too pricey, pleasant staff, great interiors. We went for Sunday Brunch and the food was great. There were lots of friend/family groups and everyone was having a wonderful time, thanks to the atmosphere. Would highly recommend it.

first, let's start out with the good....the food is fantastic! had the trout wrapped in bacon and it was delicious! truffled potatoe hay (strings) were equally wonderful as was the salad with candied bacon and oven roasted tomatoes and blue cheese. I do judge a restaurant by it's wine menus and Haven passed with flying colors. Now to the bad...well, not necessarily bad but not up to par....the service. Our waitress was very nice but didn't seem to really want to be there. While just getting our drinks and appetizers, she brought our salads...way too quickly...then a lull until our main course was brought out. timing was off. the reservation was made for a birthday celebration, presents on the table, hostess said happy Birthday but the waitress didn't acknowledge. Most places will send out a dessert...maybe with a candle but Haven just sent out the check....disappointing.

This was not the best meal by a long shot How do you completely RUIN a Caesar salad? Wilt it, that's how!! Scallops just so-so I will not be back !

A couple of friends and I ate here yesterday. It was my first time there, and I really enjoyed it! The service was great, and the food was yummy. We got there at 1:15 and the place was packed, so I was glad we'd made reservations. I am looking forward to going back!

So, my wife surprised me with a date night to Haven. We had talked about going here for a while now. Glad we finally did! Atmosphere was relaxed, but I still wouldn't wear shorts or flip-flops. I had a great drink, The Tide is High, and my wife had a glass of sparkling rosé. Both were very good. We had the meats & cheeses appetizer plate. This came with prosciutto, salami, brie, a couple of pimiento cheese toasts, a small bit of greenery with candied pecans. & (The piece de resistance) a couple of beignets. Those beignets were amazing! We then split the special halibut, which had a base of squash, zucchini, & mushrooms in a white wine butter sauce. The sauce was fantastic!! Our server was attentive without being pushy and was knowledgeable. We definitely had fun & will come back, maybe for brunch one day!

We were at this restaurant last night to celebrate my daughter's birthday, six of us. The menu is eclectic and there are plenty of choices for nearly every palate. The best meals in our view were mussels and oysters. I don't believe I have ever had such fat and juicy mussels before! The chef Guillermo Garcia was very attentive to our needs and he came to our table to confirm we were delighted with our meals! Nice gesture. Clearly we plan to return, ofen! Gracias a chef Guillermo. Excellente!

Great spot. I often order trout at restaurants. First, I like trout and Second, it usually local and fresh. At Haven I had the bacon-wrapped trout. The best trout dish that I have ever had. Full of flavor. We sat outside on a Thursday evening. They had a trio playing that did a great job with everything from the Beatles to the Doors to the Allman Brothers to Johnny Cash. If you want to have quiet conversation, you might want to stay inside; but, we enjoyed the music.

Sister restaurant is in other end of building but miles ahead in food and service. Early evening (5:00) and not busy so really was no reason for quality of service and food to be low.

After a long day of shopping, my 16 year old daughter and I made a last minute reservation at Haven. It was only a few miles from Lenox in the quaint new "town" of Brookhaven. The menu was delightful.... American with a farm to table feel. Our waiter told us where just about everything on the menu came from.... Snapper from Destin, tomatoes from their garden out back. I had the snapper, crab cake and shrimp special and my daughter had a filet. The heirloom tomato salad was not my favorite... Only because it had too many rich sauces and I prefer plain. Visit Haven, I know I will be going back!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Haven, having been suggested by our Atlanta hosts. They had been several times and made a suggestion to share the HAVEN Truffled Potato Hay. The four of us devoured the plate of the tasty shreds of potato which could have served six. Rather than get an entrée I opted for a small plate and salad and was glad I did. The crispy gulf oysters with the lemon grits, tarragon remoulade and fried cornichon was a perfect blend of textures and flavors. The beet salad with goat cheese was also tasty and well-presented. My husband had the chicken and dumplings with crimini mushrooms. The dumplings were so light and the chicken was also well prepared. Our friends had the Pork Rib Chop and Scottish Salmon, both pleased with their selections. For a Saturday night, the dining area was almost full and the bar area was quite busy as well.

We sat in the porch in December!! The seating was comfy but a group of cacklers was very noisy. Service is good and the food is average. I had a spinach omelette with side salad and added avocado to the omelette. My dad ordered 3 sides and portions were huge. He had two scrambled eggs; grits; and a biscuit. I don't know how he ate it. Others enjoyed the southern food, which is rich. We had beignet apps and for dessert, we shared banana pudding; apple pie; and something else. The food is not light but this is the south. Pleasant place. Easy access and parking for handicap.

Tenderloin Steak was exquisite. Service was excellent. Feta cheese salad from the specials menu was ok, not amazing as described.

We have loved Haven ever since we learned about it several years ago. Stephen Herman has been their executive chef for quite a while, and his creativity and love of food show in every dish. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is perfectly prepared, beautifully presented, reasonably priced and served with joy and love. Cathy & Rick Herod, Knoxville, TN

Nice restaurant, good atmosphere and friendly staff. Five of us went for dinner and everyone enjoyed their meals the staff were attentive but not overbearing which can sometimes be a difficult thing to achieve.

We enjoyed terrific food and service at Haven. Could easily have been happy with wine and all the tasty small plates. They let me create my own veggie plate and everything was so fresh and wonderfully prepared. My husband was disappointed with the steak, especially for the price. We love going for brunch and sitting outside .

Upscale southern food. All the dishes were beautifully presented which is what I remember most. Taste wise, it was good but not spectacular. My wife enjoyed the mountain trout. It was nice to go once but it wasn't such an amazing experience that we have repeated the experience.

First time to Haven. We had a fabulous brunch here. We started with beignets, how could this place be bad, huh? Well its not at all bad. All entrees were great. We had Chicken sandwich; open face breakfast sandwich on ciabatta with sliced tomatoes, spinach, ham, and delicious, fluffy scrambled eggs with parmesan; and Corned beef hash.

Great atmosphere, solid drinks selection, free valet parking and one of the best burgers in town make this a great location. Prices are fair. Highlight is the „hay“ to share as starter.

A group of my friends had been wanting to try Haven. We picked a Saturday date two weeks out, called for a reservation, and were told the earliest we could be seated was 9 pm. No surprise since the place is so popular. We arrived at 9 and were seated at 9:15, which was fine. At 10:50, as we perused the dessert menu, our server informed us the kitchen closed at 11 and we needed to order. Sure enough, we looked around and saw that all but one other table had cleared out. On a Saturday night? Weird. The restaurant itself is small and pretty darn cramped, and would benefit from better ventilation. Overall food quality was good, and menu is imaginitive with a gentle Southern influence.

I would recommend getting reservations here as they are very busy. They have a great patio seating area too. The food was excellent! They have a great menu with a large variety of dishes sure to please everyone. The haystack fries are a great appetizer to share. The fish was delicious and so was the chicken. I also highly recommend the fried blueberry pie for dessert! We can't wait to return!

We went to Haven for brunch and I really enjoyed it! Firstly I loved the restaurant and the decoration. The food was delicious and absolutely value for money!! I strongly recommend it!

Potentially a charming venue with good--not great--food which was tainted by a waiter who impressed us as not particularly interested in being there at all, much less being of service to us. Simple questions elicited a sneer, followed by a smart, curt answer and I detected at least one eye roll. I hate that this is my most vibrant memory of this restaurant. If I could be guaranteed to not be served by this attitudinal person again, I might return. Might. Because there are so many other wonderful options in this foodie city, most of them with waitstaff who know how to be nice to patrons.

Excellent food. All seven of us from 9 to 99 years old were very happy with the food and service. The chef was very accommodating and made me a vegan entree.

To some this place might seem a little pricey. But if you're not just out for a meal, but for an elegant dining experience, Haven is an ideal choice. My wife, daughter, and I came here for dinner last Friday evening, and at seven o'clock on a Friday, this place is busy, but it still didn't feel crowded or rushed. In fact it felt relaxing and even comforting. We sat outside on their lovely patio, which is like sitting in the middle of a shady garden, elm trees branching overhead, a happy and vibrant crowd, terrific wait staff, incredible food, great wine selection. Where do I stop? I would recommend the Leg of Lamb, served with the Goat Cheese Stuffed Squash and incredible chard and Gremolata, but since my wife's Bacon Wrapped Trout and my daughter's Scottish Salmon were fantastic dinners as well, why bother? I'll just recommend you come here if you're interested in having an elegant dinner under the elms. Enjoy!

Sound a little to loud, the service is friendly and pleasant. My husband and I love HAVEN Restaurant, especial the GA Trout. Yummy. Easy parking!

Superb chicken, fish, and pork dishes, plus to-die-for fried blueberry pie with buttermilk ice cream. Add live music with drums, keyboard, and guitar for a great Thursday evening dinner on the patio. Bonus: great service from James.

Looking for a place to make my wife smile. Haven has been providing good feelings for years in our family. Honestly cannot remember a bad meal. Whether with our kids, friends or date night, we always leave happy. Menu has changed over the past 15 years but product is always great. And the mussels...I could go back and have them every night. They are the constant on the menu that ties the place together. Great job.

The manager was certainly paying attention throughout the morning even though the restaurant was full of customers. He approached us 3 times. Service was also good. The "Big Nasty" is delicious and my favorite chicken sandwich.

Consistent great moderm American food from locally sourced ingredients. We have been coming here monthly since 2007. Feels like home, with better food!

Good variety of entree and EXCELLENT desserts. Sweet potato doughnuts with Nutella ice cream was wonderful! Scallops were cooked to perfection - not easy to do. Friends had the salmon, and had high praise for it as well. Recommend reservations. Outstanding bartending!

Food was very good. Chef obviously knows what he's doing. For the price though, here are some observations; 1. The waiters in scruffy (even dirty jeans) doesn't really fit the ambience this place seems to want to create. They just seem to be "at work" rather than fine serving. 2. Really nice food served on cold plates. Hello Chef but when you do that, the food VERY quickly goes cold. In the car, going back, 3 of the 4 said our food was too cold. Interestingly, the main dish for some was hot (my fish) but the underlying food was cold (rice). I guess someone is preparing these accompaniments too soon on cold plates and hot main food is added just before serving. 3. Please train your servants. Twice, one of them leaned over me to clear other peoples plates when he could have walked around easily. In fact on that note, etiquette in fine dining is to clear plates only when all have finished their meal. In a lesser restaurant these things would probably earn this place a 4-5 star given the Chef knows how to cook. Management need better oversight and Chef needs to ensure expensive hot food goes out HOT. I will come back and update this review accordingly. I want to give it 5 stars. Fingers crossed.

Love this patio that is right on Dresden, but seems so secluded. I have only tried this place for brunch and really love the variety of the menu. The biscuits with sausage gravy are a must have.

Excellence through and through! Our food was excellent, serve well and with good pace. Staff was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Atmosphere is business casual and comfortable. Good parking. Their daily specials are normally excellent and would recommend.

Sometimes it seems like good service and character are hard to find especially in these areas that are new, so we were pleasantly surprised to find Haven. Well organized (crisp, white table cloths, silver, delicate glassware) and subtly decorated restaurant perfect for small groups and couples. Ordered a fresh Georgia Trout (the special) and Seafood Linguini - both delicious, though the special was a little more special....fennel, lentils, etc. to accompany. Started with bruschetta - sundried tomatoes, olives, olive oil - all fresh. Any restaurant that makes a good creme brûlée is in my good books, and their white chocolate creme brûlée was yummy.

On a recommendation brought my wife on our 46th anniversary. Exceptional service, great food, and casual down home atmosphere; good enough for us to return for Sherry's birthday. Really an exceptional evening. A word of caution; dessert menu is sneaky good; try the blueberry fried pie. I'll be back.

Haven is a beautiful restaurant with delicious food. The service is competent, unobtrusive and friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Because of the oppressive heat, we sat inside. Truthfully, it was quite loud. I am looking forward to cooler weather, so outdoor seating will be comfortable. Haven's open-air space is spectacularly beautiful.

Great food! Maybe a bit too busy (noisy) for conversation....but then again, you’ll want to focus on the food - so good!

Haven has a great atmosphere combining both a bar scene and a dining area. There service is always top knotch and the food is delicious. Cant go wrong with the pork chop or the salmon. I have ordered the steaks before and they are good but not great. I would to the steakhouses in the area if you really want steak. They have a great sitting area outside and have live music a few night as week. I would call ahead for a reservation. Great date spot or for a nice dinner out!

Food was not good. I had fish my husband the gumbo- neither plate was worth bragging about. Service was good not exceptional. The place is very small and we had people from the bar continously leaning over our table over a half wall- very annoying. Not sure what the hype is all about this place- we won't be returning!

Haven highly recommended by friends and sooo glad we finally made the effort from 45 minutes north. Loved the black grouper and my adult son loved the bacon-wrapped trout. Will definitely be back. Cool area of Brookhaven too! ❤️

Excellent dinner. Attentive waiter, good with children. Nice outdoor venue. We like the original artwork on the walls also.

Haven is always great especially on Thursday evenings when they have live music on outdoor patio. Enjoyed the halibut special this evening and it was fantastic. Gordon is our regular waiter and dining with Gordon is like spending the evening with a family member

The menu is filled with dishes that a have an interesting twist. The food quality is excellent. Try the Dillwood salad; the scallops are superb. The wine menu has both reasonable and high price selections. service was great. Inside seating as well as a nice courtyard for outside seating. A real find in the Brookhaven area.

The menu at Haven is eclectic, but oriented toward new southern cuisine. The food is always excellent. The ambience is friendly and warm, busy most nights, but not overly crowded. Easy to get to from Buckhead and valet parking takes away that worry.

We decided to go here after reading some great reviews about Haven. Location of the restaurant is great, ambiance is nice. Outside Patio seating is very charming. Service is good, food is fresh and menu looks great on paper. We had mussels which were very tasty but our main entree was just average. I had Roasted Scottish Salmon with couscous but it was just sprinkled with ONLY salt and lacked other spices. Also it was bit over done. Also we had Spice roasted mountain chicken which hardly had much spices. With high end place like Haven one would expect more depth in food.

Fantastic southern meal. Gumbo to die for with just the right amount of "kick". Pork chops and salmon also very good. The special starter courses from crab to fried okra excellent . Will return our next Atlanta trip. Did I point out the service matched the food.

Had a family dinner (party of 4) at Haven this past weekend. Our waiter was very helpful and personable. The food was great and atmosphere nice as well. Only giving 4 stars because the service was spotty after we received the appetizers. The main course arrived and the appetizer dishes were not cleared, leaving us with a very full table. Waited quite a while between receiving the dessert menu and ordering dessert. Overall a great experience though.

Upscale restaurant that offers many options whether for dinner or brunch. Great atmosphere that is made better by the delicious food and lack of snootiness that plagues many restaurants. Will definitely keep going back!

We went on Saturday night with some friends and I think my title sums it up. I ordered the duck but they had run out (8pm). Ordered a beer and they were out... I then got the steak and asked for it medium rare and it came well done. The best part of the meal was my tater tots side. For the price I think there are much much much better options in Atlanta!

Wife and I went with another couple. Sat outside on a beautiful patio with umbrella covered tables. We all ordered different dishes (scallops, chicken, salmon, and white fish) and food was outstanding. Wine suggestion fit our description perfectly as well. Very nice spot, worth trying out - we will definitely return.

Not very large and a little noisy, but the Haven was terrific. The service was great and the food was very good. The menu had choices of steaks, chops, chicken and fish. The Caesar salad was very tasty and not wilted. Reservations are necessary and these owners also own the Italian restaurant and the Pizza place in the same strip. Valet parking is available.

Nice space, convivial service and excellent food (eggs benedict, open face scramble) for Sunday brunch made this a nearly perfect experience. The exception -- the background music blasting at high levels that made conversation difficult unless shouting above the others shouting! Turn it down, Haven!

Recently had brunch here and it was wonderful. There is so much to like about Haven - you really don't feel like you are in Atlanta with the small restaurant and cute outdoor patio. Our waiter was attentive without hanging all over us and very helpful. We tried the Sunday Hash and French toast - both were delicious. Will be back!

Really great old-style American restaurant. A classic vibe with a sold classics menu. Great wait staff. Some great dishes - a stand-out being the appetizer of mushrooms on toast. Only gripe was with the Cobb salad. If you are going to put this on your menu and you are in the South - it better be good! The Haven’s was terrible. It isn’t hard to get right - it takes a few key things. Proper bacon bits and proper blue cheese & dressing. Either get it right or get it off the menu! The one saving grace was the (fabulous) waiter removed the charge. But I would have rather had a proper Cobb…

Always near the top of my "where should we go for dinner" list.

great brunch spot! neighborhood gem with outdoor seating and a menu with comfort foods given a fresh kick.

Outstanding Brunch! great food, excellent service, & very reasonable for a delicious meal. Met another couple there, waitress was patient, food came promptly, and menu had a wide range of options. We all ordered something different & ALL loved what we got. Arrived at noon, fairly quiet but by 2pm it was hopping. I would make reservations, a great place to dine!!

I have been to Haven numerous times. When the weather is perfect, try to request to be seated outdoors. The tables are lovely, white tablecloths, and great service. The indoor seating is very nice, too. The haystack of onion rings is a must-have no matter what you are ordering! We love this restaurant and highly recommend it!

Three of us went to Haven and thoroughly enjoyed it. Lots of places to eat in Hot'lanta and this is a good one try. Decor is not over the top but not dumpy.wait staff is good and attentive. Food, yes will be back again! great selection of dishes to try.

Excellent choice for brunch, lunch or dinner and if you like all of the above. Casual ambiance. Indoor and outdoor sitting available. The food is traditional American cuisine with excellent presentation and quality ingredients. We will be back sooner that you think. I loved it.

Haven is our go-to date night spot! And our server, Gordon, is the absolute best! Get there early, so you have plenty of time to eat, drink and most important chat with him before it gets busy!! His recommendations are always perfect, and you will expand your palate at this farm to table place. Everything is put together in your dish for a reason, so eat it all together! Tired of arguing or figuring out where to go and eat?? Just go to Haven! So many great places around it off Dresden! Take a stroll after you eat if you can! Can't say enough about their wonderful food & service!!

My wife and I went back to Haven after a long time. Just as we remembered. Terrific American cuisine. My pork chop was very good, with a huckleberry sauce and my wife enjoyed the scallops. Our sides were carrots that were out of this world and brussel sprouts that were perfect. A very creative simple salad for a starter. Can’t wait to go back and try their sister Italian restaurant next door

It was a wonderful evening with excellent food, amazing ambiance, and service by Paterson! We sat outside which was a delightful evening dinner. I highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion. The menu changes about four times a year, so there is something new to enjoy.

We went to Haven for a Sunday brunch. All 4 of us were thrilled with our entrée's. We spied a serving of mini - beignets and asked if they would bring us half a portion to share and they happily did; if you go, try them, you will be glad. Haven's chef seems to have slight variations to the traditional recipes of most items and that made it very interesting. The service was very good.

The name says it all. Haven is your big friday dinner place, your quaint Sunday brunch place, your grab a burger and beer at the bar place and a pick up to go place. The farm to table menu always stays fresh with new surprises at each season and it's cozy well decorated interior gives you the sense of being tucked away at some ski chalet in the mountains.

Went with friends who have raved on Haven. Expectations were high and we were not disappointed. All selections were great. After the wonderful catfish, I'll never look at catfish the same-fantastic.

Haven is a restaurant that I have been going to since it opened. After returning to Atlanta after a three year hiatus, I had to go see Michel (owner) Stephen (chef) and Gary (bartender) and it was a treat as there was a lively vibe as always, Gary was pouring wine, Stephen was cooking up some fine dishes and I was enjoying everything. Come early or make reservations!

Nice neighborhood restaurant, consistently excellent food, great service. Check out the Sunday wine special

My wife and I were competing at the 2016 Georgia DanceSport Competition in May; it’s an annual ballroom dance competition. We stayed at the host hotel, The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North. On Sunday morning, we met one on my cousins and her best friend for brunch at Haven Restaurant & Bar. My cousin made the recommendation although she had never been there. One of the mistakes I made was just using my phone without looking at my cousin’s direction. My directions were wrong. There is ‘The Haven’ which is a night club and not the same place as ‘Haven Restaurant & Bar.’ When my wife and I finally arrived, the restaurant appeared to be filled with locals. The prices were very reasonable. Our server was attentive and helpful. The menu included a variety of unique Southern meals. The server described the menu as ‘sophisticated.’ However, we were attracted to the breakfast meals, which included goat cheese grits. The meal was pretty good.

Just got back from eating Sunday Brunch at Haven and was so disappointed, I felt compelled write a review. Haven is in a great location and I absolutely love the look and feel of inside the restaurant. The outdoor seating looks like it would be great when the heat subsides here in Atlanta. I had read great reviews on the crabcake and poached egg on arugula salad with radishes and ordered that. It tasted ok, but was not even lukewarm. My husband ordered the frittata with sausage and cheddar cheese and it was way overcooked. The bottom and side crust had a strong, old oil flavor. It just didn't taste good. And the service wasn't the best either. We love this little area of Brookhaven and frequent the stores and other restaurants regularly. This was our first time trying Haven, and we wanted to love it like the other places, but it just fell short. Not sure if we hit it on a bad day, but it was disappointing.

This is one of my favorite 'neighborhood' haunts, and with nice weather, the outside dining is wonderful!! And if you haven't been on TUESDAY nights, its burger night...the best burger in ATL for the price (except H&F), but they only serve them on Tuesday, with a limited # to sell...everything is fresh, so good. Enjoy!!

We enjoyed a great Saturday evening at Haven. The restaurant was busy but quiet with families and couples enjoying dinner. We were boring, we all chose the grilled rainbow trout, which was cooked to perfection and served over a fresh arugula salad with citrus dressing that perfectly complemented the trout. We splurged on dessert, sharing their homemade banana pudding, and carrot cake, both delicious! Our server was experienced and efficient, perfectly timed in visiting our table. We will be back!

This was our first time dining here and we had a group of ten, so we put Haven to the test. The atmosphere was perfect - an active scene yet quiet enough for conversation. Haven shares the building with their sister restaurant Valenza (where we have dined and loved) in the Village Park Place development of Brookhaven on Dresden, just a stones throw from Peachtree Road. The food is creative with some surprises, and our server Monica did a fine job. I had Roasted Salmon with an Andouille Stuffed Quail as a starter. Whenever I see a novel item on the menu, I get it - that's where the quail comes in - and it was good. My wife had the Scallops with a French Onion Soup appetizer. She liked the scallops but didn't care for the greens and persimmons around them. Everyone felt that Haven was one of the better restaurants in Atlanta and we will return.

While we had been to Haven numerous times for dinner (always excellent, btw) we hadn't been to their Sunday brunch. We weren't disappointed! Our table of 7 was seated at exactly the time of the reservation, and the waiter appeared within seconds of the last person sitting down. He couldn't have been more pleasant and also professional. Drink orders taken quickly ("in escrow" for when it turned 12:30 - if you live in GA, you know what I'm talking about). Drinks and food arrived quickly. The food was delicious! We had a variety of items among the 7 of us, and there wasn't a miss at the whole table. When it came time for the check, the waiter graciously offered to split it up 7 ways - which made our life much easier since the 7 consisted of multiple "groupings" (couples, singles), and it made paying a snap (no one had to ask "now, who had the cole slaw?"). We all left happy, sure to return soon. I'm glad I live in Brookhaven and we have this star restaurant in the hood!

Haven has been around for over 15 years and there is good reason -IT is GOOD- Michael Annette has maintained excellence with the chef Matt, Gary, Gordon, Lena and the rest of the great staff. They are committed to the highest quality food, preparation, service and drinks and Wine. I am lucky to live close.

My friend and I had dinner here recently and it was amazing! The service was quick and all of the staff was so friendly. My friend and I both ordered the grilled pork chop and it was off the chain fabulous. The taste was sublime and it was cooked perfectly. We also had The chocolate brownie with caramel ice cream and espresso sauce and it too was wonderful. I can’t wait to come back and try some of the other items on the menu!

Food is pretty good here, and the staff try very hard to get it right. Bar is always packed and it's hard to get a seat, or hear your companions.

We visited Haven for Sunday brunch and it was superb! I had the bacon, egg and cheese croissant with a side of grits, both were quite tasty. Other members of my party had the hash, shrimp n grits and french toast. All were wonderfully presented and everyone exclaimed how delicious their food was. The wait was short and was passed quickly as we enjoyed the beignets. I would definitely recommend a stop for brunch!

I love this place and if I am on this side of town I always go here. The food is superb. They have lots of delicious specials based on what is fresh and available in the market. They know how to cook here! Yummy. I love the outdoor patio when weather allows. There is valet parking which always seems a bit odd to me since most often when I leave my car is parked just yards away but I tolerate it because the food is just so good. There is a bar scene here and sometimes if you are seated at a table near the bar the noise from the bar can be a bit annoying. I much prefer eating outside here when possible but even on the patio if you are seated to a boisterous group it can be less than pleasant which has happened to me here on several occasions. There is always something interesting on the menu and the frish I have had here has been fresh and flavorful. I highly recommend that you eat here. I have always had reservations and would advise them.

This restaurant had a great bar area but the overall restaurant ambiance is quite noisy! Fun with friends but not as romantic due to the volume of the bartenders & the often open doors to the patio. We came for drinks & appetizers but ended up leaving without food because it was hard to have a conversation or get the staffs attention easily.

We enjoyed a family brunch for my SIL's birthday; have been here a couple other times. The service was good and the menu has a nice variety. We tried the tomato salad as an appetizer (yummy!! 4 kinds of tomatoes) and each of us enjoyed a different main dish. My "Sammy" made with H and F bread was just right for mid day. Steak was perfectly prepared on the steak and eggs and the crème brulee (with candles) was excellent. The beverage menu needs some expanding but overall, all was good and we will be back!

Disappointed, went for burger Tuesday, it was a fat burger, was not cooked to order. Their menu looks like trying though, as they had a nice selection of full meals. The fries served with the burger were different but very good. The price was steep for a burger $18. Probably why I say it was average. I will give them they serve a house wine or beer with the price. I ordered a Coke, and was never offered another option. Was charged for the Coke. Still first visit, next time I am in town I may try something different on the menu.

I dine here at least once a month (sometimes more). It has an electric energy, but friendly and inviting. The food is TOP NOTCH, fresh and everything is chef inspired, local grown and delicious.

This is a beautiful restaurant with a welcoming hostess and very attentive and efficient wait staff. The food was good and our server, Anthony, was delightful, knowledgable and very helpful!

Went for brunch 2 weekends in a row. Great food, great service! We have been coming for dinner for many years and love this place. But their excellent brunch was a whole new experience.

We enjoyed a lovely dinner on the patio celebrating my sister-in-law's birthday. We snacked on the Potato Hay & Pimento Cheese as appetizers, and they were delicious. My shrimp & grits entree was yummy as well. We moved inside to the bar for dessert as it looked like the weather was about to turn stormy. Brittania the bartender made my SIL feel special & we all appreciated her excellent service. We'll be back soon!