If you are looking for excellent food coupled with fantastic service enveloped in a clean, crisp yet cozy atmosphere, then look no further. Aria is a step above and the Chef, Gerry Klaskala, is other-worldly in his ability to create the most exquisite food you have EVER tasted. We recently celebrated my husband's 40th Birthday there and Chef Gerry created a very special menu just for us. Without any guidance from me other than to say tell him we are ""adventurous,"" he prepared dishes such as braised short ribs, celery root soup with black truffles, lobster ravioli, duck, foie gras, and many other simply amazing dishes. Each course was paired with a wine chosen him and the Sommelier (who, by the way, is extremely knowledgeable and very friendly) and the combinations of the wine and food created a perfect symphony of flavor. It was hands down one of the best meals we have ever, ever had and we both travel extensively and eat at many well-known restaurants throughout the U.S. (La Bourdain, Masa, French Laundry, etc). We have crowned Aria our new ""special occasion"" restaurant and will be celebrating every anniversary, birthday, promotion and any other excuse to dine there. Words cannot describe the fabulous food, staff, atmosphere and overall experience.
Pros: Fabulous service, wonderful staff, knowledgeable yet not snobby Sommelier
Cons: It's too far away from our house in Alpharetta!
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