Parker's on Ponce

I have eaten here a few times now and have to say it has become my favorite place in Decatur! The food is always great, especially the Porterhouse for two. If you went to any other steakhouse in town it would be at least $20.00 more for the same or lesser quality steak. I can't believe they sell anything else to couples. The staff is pretty much the same people that opened it a year ago...which speaks highly of Chris Scott and his brother. The service that the staff provides can't be matched in Decatur! Like I said...my favorite place! Pros: The staff, food, and service more

I had a wonderful Retirement Party at Parker's. Plenty of room to visit and party. Great food! Wonderful staff and owners. I highly recommend from a casual lunch to a large party. Pros: Love the atmosphere and food more

Anyone who complained about this place is nuts. IT WAS AWESOME!!!! I will be going back ASAP. Pros: Food, People more

I have enjoyed several tasty meals at Parker's on Ponce and highly recommend you experience this wonderful new restaurant yourself. The owners are very attentive and hands-on and the attention to detail shows. The fontina and roasted vegetable dip is a great starter. The steaks are always a winning choice, especially with one of the special toppings. The truffle mac & cheese makes for a decadent side dish. But my personal favorite is the white chocolate bread pudding with the Maker?s Mark caramel sauce. I can not say enough about that caramel sauce it's so so so good!!! I could grab a spoon and eat a great big bowl of just that sauce alone. Yum! Pros: Great steaks, imaginative cocktails and apps, simply delish! Cons: I have not experienced any cons. more

I wrote the below sometime ago. Pros: Food, Servers, Owners and Managers-Location, View, Cons: Can be crowded but WORTH the wait --get a reservation more

never in my life have I been treated with such disrespect. I can promise you, they will be out of business soon enough. Pros: mediocre food,ambiance. Cons: service more

Parker's on Ponce is my new favorite restaurant in Decatur. I have been hearing about it from many people that it was so good. I finally tried it and now Im hooked. They have a great outdoor patio and a excellent atmosphere inside with a large bar area and fireplace in the dining area. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone. Pros: Great Food, Patio, Atmosphere Cons: nothing more

We had wanted to try the restaurant for some time and decided to go last night since we received a coupon in the mail for one free entree. When we arrived, the waiter told us they had half priced appetizers, so we ordered several. In spite of this, our bill was still close to $200, and we presented our coupon. They then said the coupon would not apply because we already accepted the 'offer' of the 1/2 priced apps. After some discussion, the manager went ahead and took off one entree, but the waiter proceeded to become belligerent and rude, telling us how he 'had a degree in marketing' and they were not doing anything illegal and only he only had 3 shifts left there and he couldn't believe we were complaining because no one else had ever complained and that it was just 'hysterical'...blah blah blah. I have never in my life been treated so rudely by a waiter and will never return. It was never about the money, we routinely dine out in expensive restaurants and while the food was 'ok', the service was unacceptable. Pros: Can't think of any Cons: Poor service more

I've been to many restaurants throughout the metro Atlanta area and Parkers is by far the best we've... more

I've been to many restaurants throughout the metro Atlanta area and Parkers is by far the best we've tasted. We eat out daily and there are many g... more

My fiance and I went out to eat with his parents last night to Parkers on Ponce, and I honestly will make the 45 minute drive to visit Parkers as often as possible in the future! Our server was an absolute delight all evening; she was very helpful and had cute little stories about some of the wines and dishes on the menu. Dinner began with coctails (the confession martini is delicous, like a pumped up cosmo) and appetizers, which just so happened to be half price last night. Apparently Parkers has nightly specials - I'm interested in seeing what the special will be next time we come in. Anyway, we ordered the fried green tomatoes and mussels as starters. The FGT came out with goat cheese, pesto, and crushed walnuts - I am a huge fan of FGT and was a little sceptical, but they blew my mind! They were crispy, and the goat cheese and pesto added this creamy and tangy flavor that ought to be a required experience for everyone out there. The mussels were cooked perfectly and presented beautifully with a tomato sauce and some sort of broiled cheese bread. It took quite some time for us to decide what to order for dinner because everything on the menu sounded like something we would love. After some careful consideration and the reccomendation of the owners themselves (Chris & JT, it was wonderful to meet you), we decided to split the Porterhouse for two 3 ways, easily done with salads and 2 sides. My future father-in-law ordered the sesame seared tuna with wasabi mashed potatoes. I feel the need to add that this is the same meal he ordered the first time they went there, 2 weeks ago, because ""it is just so good"". Ok. Before the meal, we also ordered salads. I ate a baby spinach salad topped with almonds, bacon, goat cheese, and strawberries - I am already craving this salad again. We had the 32 oz porterhouse, medium rare, cooked PERFECTLY! I honestly did not know that someone could make a steak taste as good as the steak I ate last night. Fork tender with a little bit of crunch, which I can only imagine comes from some delicous rub they put on them. Accompanying the steak were merlot sauteed mushrooms and black truffle macaroni and cheese (you get to choose 1 side with a steak for 1, 2 with the porterhouse for 2). The mushrooms were firm and juicy, reminiscint of a red wine flavor. The black truffle macaroni and cheese is slightly understated, not traditional macaroni and cheese in any way. The pasta looked (maybe) hand made, and the cheeses were artisian maybe? They don't skimp on the truffles, either. I drank a glass of Chilean pinot noir with dinner; delicious, middle of the road pinot, but it did not dissapoint. Dessert was another difficult decision. Everything sounded delicous...banana fosters cheesecake, cranberry white chocolate pread pudding, warm chocolate chip cookies (which they'll serve with frothy cold milk on request), pecan pie, and the chef's special for the night, chocolate raspberry mousse cake. We settled in with decaf coffee and chose the white chocolate cranberry bread pudding with Maker's Mark caramel sauce. Oh......my......word. This dessert came out warm, topped with whipped cream, and dripping in caramel sauce. A trip to Parkers is worth it just for a glass of wine and a taste of this dessert! We had a wonderful time, the location is GREAT (made for a convenient walk around the square in Decatur after dinner), and I cannot wait to go back! Pros: Great food, great service Cons: so far from home... more

I eat dinner out 18-20 times a month and recently found PARKER'S on Ponce. I found J.T.Scott's Rib-Eye... more

I eat dinner out 18-20 times a month and recently found PARKER'S on Ponce. I found J.T.Scott's Rib-Eye Steak to be as good as ANY in metro Atla... more

One of the best dining experiences in Decatur. Enjoyed the total experience. From the great atmosphere, excellent service and the delicious food cooked to perfection. If in the Decatur area do not miss out on this fine eatery you won't regret it. Pros: atmosphere, service,food more

I ate at Parker's this past weekend. more

My husband and I have been to Parkers twice--both times were fantastic! The drinks are good, steaks are delicious, service was outstanding. The owner comes around and asks how your meal was--nice touch. I highly recommend this great new addition to Decatur. Pros: food, drinks, service Cons: no parking more

My boyfriend and I treated ourselves to Parker's on Ponce just before Christmas. What a nice treat! We tried the Calamari appetizer and split a 12oz (I'm pretty sure) Filet. The app was terrific and the Filet melted in my mouth. It was outstanding. We chose the Macaroni and Cheese with truffles for a side and got mushrooms as well - and while those were great, I would probably get something else next time. But there absolutely WILL be a next time! I'm a college student so the menu is a little out of my price range but for me for a special treat I will definitely be back. There are tons of things on the menu I want to try, and the service was exceptional. It looks beautiful in there, the atmosphere was warm and pleasant - not stuffy or overbearing at all. For a special meal, check out Parker's on Ponce! Pros: Terrific atmosphere, great steak, very nice service! Cons: pricey but worth it - not outrageous by any stretch of the imagination more

We had been to Parker's for lunch during the holidays and had planned an evening to bring some friends to try, what we thought was, a new great place.The evening started by the maitre'd not being able to find our reservation. This later became almost comical as the guests we were with had already been seated, under my reservation, as they has arrived no more than 5 minutes before my wife and I. After showing them my confirmation email, and then being asked four times if my name was something else.we were seated at another table. After making a phone call to our friends we finally found them in the back of the restaurant. more

Just took my son there for his 15th birthday. We ordered a Porterhouse for two. The Strip was like shoe leather. The Filet by comparison was acceptable, but would not stand on its own. The owner stopped at our table and I told him. He nodded his head, left and did nothing. I usually give a restaurant a second chance, but the indifference of the owner turned me off. I at least expected him to comp a glass of wine or something. Pros: Nice Room Cons: The steak was very tough more

Decatur needed another white table cloth fine dining restaurant and Parker's on Ponce meets the need. It is a classic steak house with tons of meat entree's and seafood also. The lamb chops, filet, pork chop and strip were all favorites at our table. The salads were large enough for two people to share, especially the bibb wedge. The bread rolls were nice also.\r The dining room has several fireplaces that adds to the restful atmosphere and classic feel.\r Since going with a group I went by myself last week and sat at the incredible bar... like 30 yards long...had two appetizers and talked to the two bartenders Summer and Rene...and I felt very welcomed.\r Parkers is my new fav place in Decatur for dinner or drinks.\r It is located in Downtown Decatur where Mick's used to be.\r \r Pros: Great bar also... and takes and holds reservations. more