Fried Chicken Livers
$ 10.00Crispy, perfectly fried chicken livers served alongside a traditional zesty horseradish sauce.
Crispy, perfectly fried chicken livers served alongside a traditional zesty horseradish sauce.
Fried green tomatoes with a golden cornmeal crust, served with rich pimento cheese.
Plump, succulent shrimp generously stuffed with seasoned crab meat, drizzled with glistening lemon butter sauce.
Golden-brown fried calamari rings served with a side of zesty remoulade sauce.
Pan-seared golden brown crab cake with visible chunks of sweet crab meat, served with remoulade sauce.
Classic southern-style deviled eggs with a perfectly smooth seasoned yolk filling and a touch of paprika.
Fresh mussels simmered in a rich, fragrant white wine cream sauce with garlic and herbs.
Chilled jumbo shrimp served over crushed ice with classic spicy cocktail sauce and a lemon wedge.
Crisp garden salad with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and vibrant pickled beets.
Crisp iceberg lettuce wedge topped with tomatoes, onions, bacon, pickled beets, and blue cheese dressing.
Fresh baby spinach tossed with hard-boiled egg, crispy bacon bits, and sweet poppyseed dressing.
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, topped with garlic croutons and parmesan cheese.
A hearty house salad with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, bacon, shredded cheddar, and pickled beets.
A large portion of classic Caesar salad with romaine hearts, oversized garlic croutons, and parmesan cheese.
Legendary pressure-fried southern chicken with an ultra-crispy, golden crust and juicy meat.
Tenderized chicken cutlet fried with a crunchy batter, generously smothered in rich white country gravy.
Crispy golden chicken tender strips served alongside a dipping bowl of glossy honey mustard sauce.
Juicy grilled chicken breast brushed with a smoky, savory barbecue sauce.
Half chicken seasoned with aromatic herbs and slow-roasted until tender and juicy.
Slices of tender roasted turkey breast served over savory bread dressing, drenched in rich gravy with cranberry sauce.
Pan-fried golden-brown salmon croquettes served with a side of creamy dijon sauce.
Crispy cornmeal-crusted fried catfish filet served alongside tartar sauce and a lemon wedge.
Plump Gulf shrimp, perfectly fried to a golden crunch, arranged neatly with tartar and cocktail sauces.
Whole rainbow trout expertly grilled with herbs, showing tender flaking fish meat and dijon sauce.
Thick, flaky fresh salmon filet with a seared crust, garnished with fresh herbs and served with sauce.
Large diver sea scallops with a gorgeous caramelized golden-brown sear, served with dipping sauces.
An impressive platter of fried shrimp, sea scallops, oysters, and cod fillets served with cocktail and tartar sauces.
Plump Gulf oysters fried to golden perfection, served on a platter with cocktail and tartar sauces.
Crispy beer-battered Atlantic cod served over a bed of golden French fries with tartar sauce and malt vinegar.
A colorful homestyle sampler plate featuring four distinct traditional vegetable side dishes.
Tender, slow-cooked pot roast shredded with soft carrots, green English peas, brown gravy, and whipped potatoes.
Juicy ground sirloin steak smothered in savory caramelized sautéed onions and a glossy brown gravy.
A thick 16 oz Angus beef ribeye grilled with char marks, topped with Cajun seasoning, blue cheese, and onions.
Thick cut of succulent prime rib roasted to a tender pink center, served with freshly grated sharp horseradish.
Tender slices of grilled calves liver topped with a mountain of sweet, caramelized sautéed onions.
Tender strips of beef and egg noodles coated in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce with herbs and cracked black pepper.
Half-pound ground sirloin cheeseburger with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and onion on a toasted brioche bun.
Crispy breaded country fried steak drenched in thick, peppery white country gravy.
Two thick-cut pork chops, perfectly fried or grilled with a juicy, tender center.
Slow-braised lamb shank so tender it falls off the bone, glistening with rosemary demi-glace.
Smooth and sweet homemade style applesauce dusted with a hint of cinnamon.
Tender butter beans seasoned to perfection in a light savory broth.
Classic baked potato split open with a pat of melting butter and chives.
Traditional Southern style black-eyed peas cooked with savory seasonings.
Slow-cooked Southern collard greens glistening with savory pot likker.
Crisp, creamy traditional coleslaw dressed in a tangy mayonnaise blend.
Thinly sliced cucumbers and onions marinated in a refreshing vinegar and dill dressing.
Savory bread dressing smothered in rich brown gravy.
Hot pile of crispy, golden French fries sprinkled with sea salt.
Bite-sized southern fried okra pieces with a crunchy cornmeal crust.
Golden-brown, crispy cornmeal hush puppies served warm.
Warm macaroni pasta coated in a thick, bubbly melted cheddar cheese sauce.
Crispy, thick-cut battered onion rings stacked high with a light, golden crust.
Ripe sweet peach slices served alongside a slice of sharp cheddar cheese.
Fresh pear slices paired with cubes of sharp cheddar cheese.
Sweet pear half resting on a generous scoop of creamy white cottage cheese.
Vibrant deep red pickled beet slices in a small glass dish.
Tender, savory pinto beans simmered in a seasoned broth.
Fresh green pole beans cooked with traditional seasonings.
Classic homestyle creamy potato salad garnished with a dash of paprika.
Fluffy white rice smothered in a savory, rich giblet gravy.
Sweet, golden brown caramelized onions.
Fresh baby spinach leaves lightly sautéed with garlic and olive oil.
Thick-cut, ripe red garden tomato slices seasoned with salt and pepper.
Baked yellow squash casserole with a cheesy cracker crust.
Crispy, bright orange sweet potato fries dusted with sea salt.
Fluffy sweet potato soufflé topped with toasted pecans.
Classic chilled tomato aspic mold served on crisp lettuce.
Refreshing Waldorf salad made with diced crisp apples, celery, and walnuts in a creamy dressing.
Smooth, buttery whipped potatoes with a well holding melted butter.
Operating as a legendary Atlanta institution since 1927, The Colonnade stands as a crown jewel of traditional Southern comfort food on Cheshire Bridge Road. Walking through its doors feels like stepping back into a charmingly nostalgic era of unpretentious hospitality, low lighting, and exceptionally generous portions. Over nearly a century, this beloved neighborhood cornerstone has welcomed generations of locals, families, and travelers looking for authentic meat-and-three dining executed to absolute perfection.
Unlike many modern eateries, The Colonnade preserves a distinctly vintage, clubby ambiance featuring a magnificent stone fireplace in its separate lounge area. Because reservations are not accepted, this cozy bar acts as the ultimate "holding pen" where patrons eagerly await tables while sipping legendary, notoriously heavy-handed martinis poured to the brim with a sidecar on ice. The vintage interior, warm lighting, and veteran waitstaff create a welcoming, inclusive haven where everyone is treated like a lifelong regular.
The kitchen refuses to chase fleeting culinary trends, focusing instead on time-tested family recipes that have defined Southern gastronomy for decades:
The Colonnade offers phenomenal value, providing massive, soul-warming portions that frequently yield leftovers at a moderate price bracket ($20–30 per person). Generous cocktail pours, reasonable entrée pricing, and hearty sides make every dollar stretch remarkably far for families and groups.
To beat the rush of devoted local regulars and early-bird diners, arrive by 5:30 PM, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. Ample free parking is available on-site. While the menu leans heavily into traditional Southern comfort dishes, guests will find several gluten-free protein options and vegetarian side selections available upon request.
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The Colonnade does not accept reservations. However, guests can sign in upon arrival and enjoy a classic cocktail or heavy-poured martini by the stone fireplace in the lounge while waiting.
The restaurant is most famous for its pressure-fried Southern fried chicken, succulent slow-roasted prime rib, fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese, and classic homestyle sides like tomato aspics and collard greens.
Yes, the menu features several naturally gluten-free items such as grilled salmon, ribeye, rainbow trout, and various vegetable and salad selections, though guests with severe allergies should inform their server.
Most entrées and dinners fall into the $20 to $30 price range, offering exceptionally large portions and filling family-style sides that represent outstanding value for money.
The Colonnade provides a dedicated, spacious parking lot for guests, though it can fill up quickly during peak weekend dinner hours.
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