La Grotta Ristorante
Atlanta's most romantic secret has been hiding in a Buckhead basement since 1978.
What DatingDex says
La Grotta is the kind of old-school Italian that makes you forget your phone exists — vaulted ceilings, candlelight that does everyone favors, and pasta that earns its $$$$ price tag. Bring someone worth impressing, because this place sets expectations high and somehow still clears them.
La Grotta Ristorante is one of the top quiet & intimate spots in Buckhead. At a fine dining price point, it fits well when you want a quiet & intimate feel without guesswork.
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