Kevin Rathbun Steak
154 Krog Street, Ste 200
Atlanta, Georgia 30307
Phone: 404.524.5600
Fax: 404.524.5666
Kevin Rathbun Steak finally opened on May 30th, 2007. Droves of people waiting, hoping to secure a seat to see the big man himself -- Executive Chef & owner Kevin Rathbun, who is a very magnanimous figure in the ATL culinary scene. He is a giant among giants inside the restaurant. There are a lot of people standing around but still you always know where Kevin is since he towers over almost everyone in the crowd. Chef Kevin has a great personality and has the heart of a Pope. He is alway asking how everyone is doing and HE is everyone's friend. People in the community say the reason he is so successful is because of the embracing personality he shows to his diners and the community of Inman Park.
I started off my night by having drinks on the "Beltline" Patio. I must say it was quite a sight to see the tracks behind the restaurant and envision the Beltline going past. On this particular night there was some guy on a dirtbike who busted his ass while scooting down the tracks. It was a good laugh while I was sipping my Ketel One Dirty Martini with olives. I always gauge whether a restaurant can make a drink by requesting they make my martini dirty. After the first refreshing sip and watching dirtbike boy bust his ass, I must say that my drink was on point. The patio is a great gathering area before you dine but also for having a little soiree for 15-20 people.
Upon entering the restaurant to be seated for dinner, we ran into Cliff Bramble, GM and Owner. He, too, is another inviting face that makes dining at any Rathbun establishment welcoming. When we walked in the dining room I was uttlerly amazed by the design of Johnson Studio. From the large metallic tree branch to the layered steps of beautifully varnished wood it is a real dance for the eye.
As we were getting comfortable at our table I ran into Greg, an old server that I used to work with while at Haven/M!X. He was very attentive and took great care of us. I must say it was like an A-listers paradise that night. I ran into so many people in the business that I knew: Brady Lowe of the Taste Network, Jazmin Blais, Terry Koval & Nick Olstrash of Lobby at 12 and Room, Mary Moore, owner of Cook's Warehouse and the list went on and on. It was an enjoyable evening with my friends and other culinary counterparts. I am looking forward to heading back for a few more visits.
I started off my night by having drinks on the "Beltline" Patio. I must say it was quite a sight to see the tracks behind the restaurant and envision the Beltline going past. On this particular night there was some guy on a dirtbike who busted his ass while scooting down the tracks. It was a good laugh while I was sipping my Ketel One Dirty Martini with olives. I always gauge whether a restaurant can make a drink by requesting they make my martini dirty. After the first refreshing sip and watching dirtbike boy bust his ass, I must say that my drink was on point. The patio is a great gathering area before you dine but also for having a little soiree for 15-20 people.
Upon entering the restaurant to be seated for dinner, we ran into Cliff Bramble, GM and Owner. He, too, is another inviting face that makes dining at any Rathbun establishment welcoming. When we walked in the dining room I was uttlerly amazed by the design of Johnson Studio. From the large metallic tree branch to the layered steps of beautifully varnished wood it is a real dance for the eye.
As we were getting comfortable at our table I ran into Greg, an old server that I used to work with while at Haven/M!X. He was very attentive and took great care of us. I must say it was like an A-listers paradise that night. I ran into so many people in the business that I knew: Brady Lowe of the Taste Network, Jazmin Blais, Terry Koval & Nick Olstrash of Lobby at 12 and Room, Mary Moore, owner of Cook's Warehouse and the list went on and on. It was an enjoyable evening with my friends and other culinary counterparts. I am looking forward to heading back for a few more visits.
No comments:
Post a Comment