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Cooks & Soldiers

Cooks & Soldiers

Basque Restaurant, Spanish Restaurant, and Tapas Restaurant$$$$
Atlanta
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    The experts at Eater and Creative Loafing Atlanta recommend this place
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    Chris K.
    "Must get the veal cheek!"(3 Tips)
    Jessica E.
    "It's good, but Iberian Pig is better."(2 Tips)
    Creative Loafing Atlanta
    "... racciones, created by Landon Thompson, from the restaurant group's other outpost,..."(2 Tips)
    June P.
    "Pork tenderloin is AMAZING"(2 Tips)
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  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    Their brilliant riff on steak tartare replaces raw beef with chunky cured tomato, made possible by molecular gastronomy. A stunning carrot juice orb poses as egg yolk. You'll never miss the beef. Read more
  • AJC
    AJCMarch 18, 2015
    The pan con tomate — crunchy grilled bread with a blood-red swipe of garlicky tomato puree — tastes good, particularly with the proffered cured ham or boquerones (pickled anchovies) on top. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 7, 2016
    Cooks & Soldiers is a one-of-a-kind restaurant bringing the taste of the Basque people into the heart of Westside Atlanta. Get reservations—you don't want to miss the mouthwatering veal. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterFebruary 4, 2016
    With its roots in the cuisine of the Basque people, Cooks & Soldiers is an excellent place for tapas, veal and the local favorite fish grilled over hot coals. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterFebruary 3, 2016
    Executive chef Landon Thompson was named as a James Beard Award semifinalist for his take on Basque cuisine, and Cooks & Soldiers was tabbed as Eater Atlanta's Restaurant of the Year for 2015. Read more
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    NayJanuary 27, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Have not been in almost 4 years. Glad I decided to revisit. Service is excellent. Lots of great options but the Tostada de Conejo aka roasted rabbit is a must try!
  • Eater
    EaterOctober 8, 2015
    Cooks & Soldiers serves the unique Basque cuisine from the French and Spanish regions. The steak tartares are specially crafted to excite both your eyes and your taste palate. Read more
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    The hulking chuletón (a bone-in rib-eye for two) does the traditional Spanish steak dish proud. Weighing in at 2.2 pounds, it’s slowly cooked on the restaurant’s impressive wood-fire grill. Read more
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    Chris KelnerNovember 25, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Must get the veal cheek! The octopus is also very good. All the dishes were prepared and presented very well, but those two stood out.
  • Sophia L.heart icon on user image
    Sophia LiuSeptember 29, 2015
    Had a great time. A variety of tapas, lovely atmosphere. My favorites: the trout and the paella (pictured)!
  • Melinda H.heart icon on user image
    Melinda HegyiAugust 5, 2017
    We had a very good time! I thought it was awfully loud at first but then I just kept drinking 🤷🏻‍♀️overall a lovely experience and will be back!
  • Daniel V.
    Daniel ValdesSeptember 25, 2017
    Grilled swordfish was tender and moist. About the best I’ve had
  • Chris H.heart icon on user image
    Chris HintonFebruary 22, 2015
    It's usually busy, so get a reservation. There's definitely a Basque influence, but not a huge amount of traditional Basque choice. Still, the food and atmosphere is great.
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    The menu consists of smaller, tapas-style dishes and larger racciones, created by Landon Thompson, from the restaurant group's other outpost, the Iberian Pig.
  • Tasting Table
    Tasting TableMarch 17, 2016
    In the mood for something meaty? Then Cooks & Soldiers has got you covered! Order up one-kilo of bone-in rib eye to share or a plate of pork tenderloins for one. Read more
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    Caroline YanceyJuly 21, 2016
    Get the bikini and their version of pigs in a blanket. You will not regret it. I still dream about it every day!
  • Alexandre M.
    Alexandre MunhozNovember 8, 2020
    Good cocktails and wine. Small plates are heavy on garlic. Fideua with cardamom...!?! Wrf
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    AmyMay 16, 2017
    Tapas were okay but not out-of-this-world worth the money. The restaurant has a great vibe and beautiful interior.
  • Waterless MediPedi S.
    Nice Vibe and atmosphere. All staff were very friendly from the time walked in until the time you walked out. Food is filling.
  • Lynn Marie F.
    Lynn Marie FrancoJune 18, 2015
    Great atmosphere for a special occasion.... And the food will not disappoint! Can't wait to come back :)
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    Bonny DragoApril 30, 2017
    The cucumber gin drink was refreshing, hongos y setas the croquet jambon the meatballs were all great
  • AJC
    AJCJune 22, 2015
    This midtown restaurant offers a corner patio space that allows patrons to see (or be seen) while they sip and savor. Perfect for a group. Read more
  • Kevin D.heart icon on user image
    Kevin DeckerJune 3, 2015
    Favorite restaurant in Atlanta! You will not be disappointed!
  • Ryan D.heart icon on user image
    Ryan De MeloAugust 27, 2015
    Descent food. My wife and I have been to Spain and the food experience is close enough to the real thing. Extremely friendly staff. On the expensive side.
  • Michael M.heart icon on user image
    Michael MegeheeAugust 8, 2015
    Drinks are craft level with a great take on Spanish Vasque style tapas!
  • Rosemary C.heart icon on user image
    Rosemary CardnoJuly 10, 2018
    Fabulous place! Good and service were excellent❤️
  • Olof B.heart icon on user image
    Olof BullApril 4, 2018
    Fantastic wine selektion. Friendly Staff. Great drinks
  • shawnheart icon on user image
    shawnJanuary 1, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Pulpo, Veal cheek, everything really
  • Tilsit M.heart icon on user image
    Tilsit MOApril 29, 2015
    Great food and great service! The mushroom app was awesome!
  • Anish E.heart icon on user image
    Anish EapenNovember 3, 2017
    Caña Klasikoa and Pulpo were amazing.
  • Bill V.heart icon on user image
    Bill VoegeliJuly 29, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    All is good at C&S
  • Amol K.heart icon on user image
    Amol KMarch 19, 2015
    Love the stamp for daily specials
  • Neil C.heart icon on user image
    Neil CaronOctober 9, 2017
    Don’t leave without getting the bone-in ribeye.
  • Aida Perez F.heart icon on user image
    Aida Perez FlammApril 11, 2015
    Tasting menu is fantastic!
  • Alexandre M.
    Such a disappointment. 2nd chance I gave to this place and absolutely nothing was good. Moldy jamon, chewy octopus, salty risotto, garlicky tomato paste. A S* show.
  • June P.
    June ParkJanuary 17, 2015
    Pork tenderloin is AMAZING
  • Ray B.heart icon on user image
    Ray BryantApril 21, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Small plates & wine
  • Jessica E.heart icon on user image
    Jessica EMay 31, 2016
    It's good, but Iberian Pig is better.
  • G J.
    G JJanuary 2, 2015
    The piperade was pretty good, the veal cheek was ok but not great
  • G J.
    G JJanuary 2, 2015
    Do NOT get the chistorra, not real chistorra, more like an Americanized hot dog version...
  • Sager A.heart icon on user image
    Sager ArefJune 22, 2018
    It is an ok. Nothing special
  • Nicholas B.
    Nicholas BoulisMarch 11, 2018
    Mediocre tapas
  • Andrea Vieira B.heart icon on user image
    Andrea Vieira BoaronNovember 8, 2018
    Excelente restaurante e ótimo atendimento
  • Andrea Vieira B.heart icon on user image
    Andrea Vieira BoaronNovember 8, 2018
    Lugar muito aconchegante e ótima comida
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