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Old Vinings Inn
In the quaint town of Vinings, steeped in local history, visit one of Atlanta's oldest historic sites. Our charming building dates back to the early 1800's and has been lovingly preserved to provide you with a comfortable and gracious dining experience. The Old Vinings Inn offers Southern cuisine and a carefully selected wine and cocktail list to complement and enhance Chef Don's award winning creations.
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65 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 65 reviews
5 stars
(23)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(39)
- special occasion(29)
- fit for foodies(23)
- romantic(23)
- great for outdoor dining(20)
- good for groups(12)
Old Vinings Inn Reviews List
Review 1 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Buffet only?! not advertised at the time of reservation. New management off to a rough start."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice place for Mother's Day.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for Mother's Day this year. It is a nice restaurant in Vinnings and they also have a kids menu. The food was great. The service could have been a little better."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Local Surprise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It has been a while since my wife and I had dinner at the Old Vinings Inn. We were glad we did: the food was very good and the service was pleasant and attentive. The only negative was the room we were in was a little roudy for a completely pleasant dining experience."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 4 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Southern Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great southern food with just enough of a twist to make it different and unique."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious and fresh food - well prepared. Lovely setting - great place to have a shower or birthday party"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Old Vinings Inn - always good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was at least my second visit to the Old Vinings Inn. I had not been there in a very long time, but the atmosphere, service and food were still as good as it was many years ago. My daughter and I both enjoyed the fried green tomatoes with goat cheese (delicious) and then each enjoyed our entrees. She chose the lamb and substituted the carrots for asparagus. Her bread pudding of mushrooms and leeks was delicious. I chose the pecan crusted trout. It was also delicious. The green beans and tomatoes and onions were good too. I took half of my entree home as leftovers. We enjoyed our sweet server and she was attentive to bring us extra lemons, more water and bread when needed."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Timeless & Delicious!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Vinings Inn is a safe bet for a nice meal - it's a quaint historic gem in the heart of Vinings. My spouse and I went for our 10th wedding anniversary, since many of our restaurants of significance have closed. I ordered the salmon and my spouse the pasta and both were superb. We had the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer and they were delicious, however, the size was a little disappointing. Another disappointment was that I made my reservations through Open Table and specified that it was our 10th anniversary and there was no mention made by the waitstaff. I would definitely go back for another special occasion, and recommend it to others. It's a timeless spot with great food, and a fun atmosphere upstairs in the attic bar."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my third time dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my third time dining here. It was, again, a good experience."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great atmosphere.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, great atmosphere. Really enjoyed my time here. Will definitely be coming back!!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife loves Old Vinings
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife loves Old Vinings Inn, it has become a tradition for our Anniversary. The food is very good. She loves the Shrimp and cheese grits. Wait staff has always been outstanding. On occasion it can get noisy, depends on who's there. Last year we had a noisy group near us, that hurt the ambiance, but this year was excellent."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
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Review 11 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for a business dinner.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took some business clients from out of town there for dinner and we had a wonderful experience and were able to conduct business discussions in a more relaxed setting. Good menu with Southern favorites, good service and relaxed surroundings."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Vinings Inn has nothing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Vinings Inn has nothing but personality!! For a place so cute you don't expect such great food, but you get that too! Its several different rooms and floors offer many different areas to gather in. Upstairs is a great bar scene and downstairs it is very warm and welcoming for meals."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Vinings Inn made our Easter
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Vinings Inn made our Easter brunch enjoyable with outstanding food and good service. My family looks forward to returning for future meals and special occasions."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Kudos to the Vinings Inn
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed dining at the Inn and then enjoying drinks, live music and upbeat atmosphere at the Attic upstairs of the Vinings Inn. A great evening all in all. Food was excellent - the pork chop to die for!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 15 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We have been going to the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been going to the Vinings Inn for years. Not sure what happened but their food was average and the service as well. I did not have a knife for half of my meal, the food was either overly rich or bland. Definitely gone south since the last time I was in there."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very enjoyable dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very enjoyable dining experience with a small group of 5. Service and food were both teriffic and will definitely return again from this first time experience. I am happy to recommend anyone to select this venue for a comfortable dinner out with friends and family. If you just have to work it would also be a great venue for a business meal."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We absolutely had a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We absolutely had a wonderful time. Our waiter was knowledgeable of the menu, was witty but personable and efficient. He was attentive but not hovering, truly a good waiter. The lemon drop martinis were a little heavy on the alcohol, so I only ordered one, otherwise I would have had two."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Entertained out of town guests.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Entertained out of town guests. Historical context was great conversation starter. Food great. Service impeccable from the lounge to the dining room. We always bring guests to the Inn and they always enjoy the experience."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The overall ambiance was nice
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The overall ambiance was nice but we were seated in the back room looking directly the kitchen entrance. There were only two other couples in the restaurant when we were seated so by no means the first available table.The food was not well paced though the waiter was pleasant. The calamari was mostly fried tobacco onions and had waaaayyy too much chipotle sauce on them. It came out within two minutes of us ordering. The dinner salads were good but large. My husband ordered the whisky pork chop which was good but not memorable. I ordered shrimp and grits and the shrimp tasted frozen and were undercooked. Overall, it was decent but with so many great restaurants in ATL for the price (think Canoe, Horseradish Grill), I am not sure we'd return."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
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Review 20 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Historical restaurant (1880's)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Historical restaurant (1880's) with good food, pleasant ambiance and courteous service. Organic wine offering, surprisingly very good green fried tomato appetizer. Good Caesar salads ! Trout and Shrimp & grits Entrées very good. Good proportions. Back room is more private. Not a fashionable place like the neighboring "Canoe", yet is intimate, charming with history. I would go back."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 21 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had brunch and sat outside
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had brunch and sat outside on a beautiful day. It was great!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had no idea what to expect
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had no idea what to expect from this quaint little restaurant and bar we pass on a daily basis. There was a sign saying live music Thurs-Sat so we were pretty excited to see what would be playing. They had an amazing band playing old school R&B and it was better than I could have imagined. We showed up 15 minutes before the kitchen closed, so we didn't have much time to debate over our food choices, but what we got was very good - the trout and the shrimp and grits."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 23 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
bad service, they ignored us
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was pretty good but that's about it. We got there about 20 minutes early so they asked us to wait at the upstairs bar (understandable). But then they FORGOT to come get us when our table was ready! So instead of being a little early we were much later eating. They were in such a hurry to leave for the night (even though they had another hour before closing) that the waiter was too busy cleaning and clearing the tables to check on us. I asked for water several times before giving up and getting up myself to get the pitcher. I think they thought my boyfriend and I were too "young" for them to bother to care about us...plus they only cared about the other room (there are several rooms and we got stuck in the wrong one I guess!)"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good after 20 year
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good to return after 20 years
200 year old building has charm
Food was good
Value received!"
200 year old building has charm
Food was good
Value received!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 25 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Vinings Inn never disappoints!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been to this restaurant many times over the years and have never had a negative experience. The food is very good and the servers are always attentive. The ambience is very nice. This last visit was the first time I felt the noise level was a bit higher than I prefer but that is to be expected since it was a very busy Saturday night. I've been during the week and it is delightfully quieter then. Will go back soon!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Needs more than a menu change
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service at this restaurant was questionable . The waitress did not know the specials, nor did she know that half the menu was not available until each of us picked an item and were told that is no longer on the menu. Ok, then don't put it on the menu! The same occurred with the wine, the bottle is ordered and we are told they do not have it, then she recommends a dessert wine for our main course. All the meats and fish ordered were overcooked and the potatoes tasted like they were reheated. The shrimp and grits were the only item cooked correctly. The place was not crowded ( only one other couple in the room) so the chef could not have been that busy. We did not bother with dessert or coffee."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2012
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Review 27 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Incredible food and wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Incredible food and wonderful service! A perfect spot to celebrate Valentines Day!! Highly recommend!!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Old Vinings Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We celebrated a birthday at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We celebrated a birthday at brunch. It was lovely!"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Old Vinings Inn
Based on the average of (37) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate