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The Lawrence

The Lawrence

American Restaurant and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Midtown, Atlanta
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    kim w.
    "And don't miss the Lady Lawrence, best drink in town."(7 Tips)
    Laura B.
    "Try the pig ears, potted shrimp and duck tongue carnitas!"(2 Tips)
    Stephen C.
    "The butter cake is amazing."(2 Tips)
    Lynn Marie F.
    "Great patio!"(5 Tips)
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  • Tyler L.heart icon on user image
    Tyler LynchOctober 31, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Excellent fare at this Midtown location. Tasty menu, great service & beautiful location. I enjoy the assortment of craft cocktails, new patio & open floor plan. Friendly neighborhood spot. Valet too.
  • Cristian L.heart icon on user image
    Cristian LöfvallOctober 28, 2017
    It is a cool spot, nice vibe, and cool ambiance. It's a nice restaurant with a chill bar, good for a date or for pre-gaming. The drinks really depend on the bartender, and the one we had was excellent
  • David T.heart icon on user image
    David TaylorOctober 31, 2015
    So the fries are amazing!! The Lawrence burger is unparalleled. Not over done or sloppy, a very nice mix of flavor and texture. #Perfection!
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    Mixologist Eric Simpkins was serving the bar and stirred together a Lady Lawrence, a light and spring-appropriate cocktail that balances out the sweetness of crème de cassis with tea-infused vodka. Read more
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    Manuel Ernesto AlmaguerFebruary 25, 2018
    Great place for dates or hang out with a friend for a good conversation, cocktails are very good and delicious food, I got the pork ribs, very tasty!!
  • Petra M.
    Petra MildeAugust 5, 2018
    Highly recommend the Lawrence: Excellent food, fantastic cocktails, great atmosphere, play full and engaging staff - our favorite restaurant in Atlanta.
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    The atmosphere feels polished without being shellacked of character, swank without being anywhere near stuffy, thankfully less noisy than the Midtown norm without being quiet. Read more
  • Rachel M.
    Rachel MeattoNovember 7, 2015
    Shrimp and grits are amazing!!! So is the steak. Best food in midtown so far....This place is so awesome and reasonably priced. You must go !!!
  • Evi C.
    Evi Christodoulou WommackDecember 22, 2014
    Sunday night burger and brew: beer is half price with the purchase of a burger. The Provence was a good choice and the lady Lawrence is a great drink too!
  • kim w.heart icon on user image
    kim wareSeptember 6, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    The cantaloupe gazpacho is out of this world, as is the "fish in chips"! And don't miss the Lady Lawrence, best drink in town. Chef is cute too.
  • Marcelo E.heart icon on user image
    Marcelo EstradaJuly 12, 2015
    Great place for brunch al fresco with friends. All egg dishes are great and the house Bloody Mary is to die for.
  • Terry O.heart icon on user image
    Terry OlaesJuly 14, 2015
    Fantastic wine list and interesting cocktails. Super friendly and hip staff made us old fogies feel great.
  • Erin G.
    Erin GlennApril 12, 2013
    the frisée salad with bacon and egg is amazing, as are the scallops. the waitstaff is happy-- no eager-- to explain everything on the menu.
  • Jennifer P.
    Jennifer PearsonMarch 11, 2017
    The Shrimp tacos with guacamole were really good! Nice ambiance and staff. Would come again for sure.
  • Kayliaheart icon on user image
    KayliaApril 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The Potted Shrimp is amazing! Fish sticks are a must have as well! The Poussin is my fav Large dish! EVERYTHING on the menu is delicious!
  • Jasmine L.heart icon on user image
    Jasmine LarrySeptember 11, 2017
    Very nice set up. Small and intimate space. We went for brunch everyone enjoyed everything.
  • Colette H.heart icon on user image
    Colette HJuly 6, 2019
    Cocktails, crafted to perfection
  • Jackie S.heart icon on user image
    Jackie SmithSeptember 19, 2016
    Very nice quaint spot in downtown Atl. Patio seating is fab, on a nice day!
  • Stephen C.
    Stephen CurryMay 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    I had the strip and it was really excellent. Don't just think "steak" in the traditional sense. Beautifully sliced and presented.
  • Hugh W.heart icon on user image
    Hugh WarrenJuly 16, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the atmosphere. Old school music. Good music. Nice patio dining.
  • iLuvtra1ls P.heart icon on user image
    iLuvtra1ls PMay 6, 2013
    Great find for Breakfast. i am sure dinner is as good. great cocktails! highly recommend!
  • ARthur B.heart icon on user image
    ARthur BRuceNovember 18, 2017
    Chicken and waffles. The chicken was great very well seasoned, very juicy!
  • Chuck P.
    Chuck PetersMarch 24, 2012
    You must try the pig ears...it may not sound appealing, but the taste will blow your mind. Btw...it's deep fried, so no need to worry about texture.
  • Jacqui C.heart icon on user image
    Jacqui ChewNovember 27, 2016
    Wonderful neighborhood place. Good bar!
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    Around the time of my second cocktail, I finally relaxed and let myself accept the fact that the hype is more or less on point for the Lawrence. Read more
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    The red romaine small plate is anything but the obligatory salad on the menu. Read more
  • Mike W.
    Mike WeaverOctober 14, 2012
    If you want a good drink & like your classic cocktails, try their Old Fashion. They know what they're doing...
  • Drew H.
    Drew HawkinsDecember 29, 2012
    Get the Chef's table if you can. Less noise, quicker service and fun to watch the kitchen in action
  • Paul T.heart icon on user image
    Paul TAugust 5, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The endless Mimosa is really nice
  • Christina J.
    Christina JohnsonAugust 3, 2012
    I'm NOT the tofu type, but the Salt & Pepper Tofu was insanely delicious! Give it a chance...you won't regret it.
  • The Bite Life w.
    The Crispy Pig Ears are dope! You gotta try em! Don't let the name throw you off. They're more like potato chips.
  • Bill B.
    Bill BrownJuly 22, 2013
    The Dickens may be Atlanta's best bourbon cocktail
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    thmDecember 15, 2015
    Bottomless mimosas, $15 and you don't have to order food. 👍🏼
  • Nagzah A.
    Nagzah AliJune 8, 2012
    Fried green tomatoes are excellent! Get several small plates and split amongst the table.
  • Ryan C.heart icon on user image
    Ryan ChvalaAugust 7, 2015
    Whiskey Woebegone and the duck breast, when available 😀
  • Osahon T.
    Osahon TongoApril 28, 2012
    If you are looking for the perfect drink for the most interesting man in the world, try The Gentleman
  • Lucas M.heart icon on user image
    Lucas MiréSeptember 6, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    This wine is amazing. Check it.
  • Tim C.heart icon on user image
    Tim ClarkeFebruary 29, 2016
    The fried tofu is really awesome!
  • Nagzah A.
    Nagzah AliJune 8, 2012
    Vodka espresso w/ absinthe is an excellent dessert cocktail!
  • ARthur B.heart icon on user image
    ARthur BRuceNovember 27, 2017
    Chicken and waffles were amazing
  • Vivian W.
    Vivian WenMarch 4, 2014
    Complimentary valet parking in the Wells Fargo lot across the street
  • Laura B.
    Laura BeystehnerMay 7, 2012
    Try the pig ears, potted shrimp and duck tongue carnitas!
  • Martin J.
    Martin JacobsonMarch 3, 2013
    For brunch, don't skip the fried egg + bentons bacon sammie.
  • TJ B.
    TJ BrooksJune 6, 2012
    Try the "secret cocktail"... It's like love... In drinkable form.
  • Olivia
    OliviaFebruary 15, 2018
    Great drinks, great food!
  • Gio A.
    Gio AguilarApril 21, 2015
    Lady Lawrence, if u into strong taste
  • John G.heart icon on user image
    John GrilloFebruary 24, 2014
    Half price bottles of wine on Mondays!
  • The Bite Life w.
    The Honey Paloma is the ish!!! Best drink on the menu!
  • Amy V.heart icon on user image
    Amy VossMarch 6, 2016
    Deviled eggs all day erry day.
  • Haley T.
    Haley T.April 18, 2012
    This is one of those "quality, not quantity" places. Portions are small but exquisite.
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