Poor Calvin's

4.9

7706 Reviews

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Make a booking

2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 44 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

We know the word "fusion" has been wielded about to justify everything from Hula Burgers to Mexican lasagna. But the East-meets-South brand of fusion happening at Poor Calvin's? It's creative; it's innovative; and it's probably unlike anything you've tasted in the ATL. After working in kitchens around the world, Calvin Phan wanted to shake things up a little. And so, into the mac 'n cheese, the Thai spices went. Now, Calvin's giving Southern staples, like sea bass and fried chicken, a decidedly creative Asian-inspired twist (and a nip of spice, too). He has created innovative dishes, approached in much the same way, leave the hands of Calvin Phan day in and day out. His dedication and attention to detail are evident in each dish and dessert. You won't be disappointed.

*Last seating 1 hour before close*

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 254-4051
Website
http://www.poorcalvins.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Calvin Phan
Catering
E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
Private party facilities
We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.

Location
510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
Renaissance Parkway
Parking details
Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
Public transit
A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Featured in

50 Atlanta Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Offers

Live Jazz during Sunday Brunch
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:30 - 14:00
Enjoy live jazz on our enclosed patio during Sunday brunch!

Popular dishes

Shaky ShrimpUS$14.00
tempura black tiger shrimp, cajun aoili
Lobster Crawfish WontonsUS$16.00
cream cheese, caviar, mango glaze, truffle balsamic
Seafood Spring RollsUS$14.00
hoisin peanut sauce
Fried CalamariUS$15.00
japanese Aioli
Lobster Macaroni & CheeseUS$16.00
Lemongrass Steamed MusselsUS$18.00
Tom Yum SoupUS$13.00
shrimp, calamari
Buttermilk Fried Frog LegsUS$15.00
roti, thai sweet chili dipping sauce
Steamed Chicken & Pork DumplingsUS$12.00
ginger soy
Deviled Eggs & CrabUS$16.00
lavender wine jelly, ghost pepper bbq, caviar
Fried Green Tomatoes & Korean BeefUS$16.00
goat cheese crumbles, ghost pepper bbq (without beef $14)
Baby Kale SaladUS$9.00
champagne parmesan vinaigrette
Crab BeignetUS$17.00
crab, cashew pimento, pecorino (without crab 12)

Sides & Veggies

BroccoliniUS$8.00
AsparagusUS$6.00
Bok ChoyUS$6.00
Mashed PotatoesUS$4.00
thai sweet chili
GailanUS$8.00
Fried Lobster TailUS$17.00

The Sea

Chilean SeabassUS$49.00
miso glazed, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke heart blanco, quail egg, mashed potato
Lobster Fried RiceUS$46.00
eggs, diced greens, tempura lobster tail
Curry SeafoodUS$44.00
lobster, tiger shrimp, scallops, calamari, green mussels, fresh vegetables, jasmine rice
Pad Thai (gluten free)US$42.00
eggs, bean sprouts, ground peanuts, tamarind glaze
Fried Grouper BoatUS$45.00
grilled tiger shrimp, fresh vegetables, pineapples, cashews, tomato, basil, sweet sour sauce, jasmine rice
Curry Scallop & Lobster Tail (gluten free)US$37.00
coconut milk, fresh vegetables, butter jasmine rice (sub daily vegan protein or tofu $34)

The Land

Grass Fed Australian Lamb ChopsUS$49.00
fresh asparagus, mashed potatoes, siam sauce (add goat cheese $4, add wine jelly $4)
Crispy BeefUS$36.00
certified angus beef tips, fresh vegetables, sweet soy glaze, jasmine rice (add grilled lobster tail $11)
Laksa Duck Noodle & Lobster TailUS$49.00
Culver Farms duck breast, grilled lobster tail, rice noodles, gailan, thai sweet chili
Korean BBQ RibsUS$39.00
lobster macaroni & cheese, collard greens
Country Fried ChickenUS$38.00
airline chicken breast, mashed potato, collard greens, lobster & chicken andouille sausage cream sauce (gluten free upon request)
Pad See Ew Beef (gluten free)US$34.00
wok tossed rice noodles, fresh vegetables, egg, sweet soy (sub vegan protein or tofu $34)

Dessert

Red Velvet Suspension CakeUS$15.00
Toasted Pound CakeUS$16.00
Fuji AppleUS$15.00
Peach Cobbler EmpanadaUS$16.00

What 7,706 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Atlanta Metro
Best Service
Atlanta
Best Food
Atlanta
Best Service
Atlanta
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Poor Calvin's is a culinary delight offering an "exceptional dining experience" with imaginative Asian fusion cuisine. Guests rave about the "melt in your mouth" seabass and "lobster fried rice," while the "amazing staff" ensures "superb service." The cozy atmosphere makes it "perfect for any occasion," always leaving patrons eager to return.

7,706 Reviews

J
Julie
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and ambience were incredible! The lobster fried rice was delicious and portion was favorable.
Is this helpful?
V
Victoria
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely restaurant. Fabulous soul food with a twist. Amazing service and the best ginger rum cockail I have ever had. I will be back for sure.
Is this helpful?
A
Angie
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Poor Calvin’s has the highest level of customer service we have ever experienced. It was only our 2nd time going to dinner and they remembered our names, what we liked to drink and perfectly suggested entrees to our liking. The food is high quality, large portions and outstanding
Is this helpful?
B
Brighton
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing food one of our must stops when we are here for business
Is this helpful?
K
Karmen
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, food was delicious and creative, drinks tasted like nectar from the gods and the suspension cake is a must have every time
Is this helpful?
M
Marie
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fun place- excellent waiter- JoJo- interesting meals- very good!
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New favorite restaurant in Atlanta. My waiter was superb. There were four items I would have loved and asked him which one I should go with. He recommended the third cheapest one and said I would not need any $$ sides. And he was right. Grouper was delicious and enough food in total. Wow! I’d be back again tonight but there are no open tables. Make reservations in advance!!
Is this helpful?
J
Jonathan
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing place! Staff was incredible and food was everything you could hope for. Went above and beyond in every way. Will come back next time I’m in Atlanta 100%.
Is this helpful?
L
Laura
VIP
Cleveland
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, big portions. I’m still full the next day.
Is this helpful?
C
Cammy
VIP
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time eating here and it was absolutely phenomenal. I will definitely return and have told everyone I spoke with about my trip that they also should dine here!
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Poor Calvin's does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Poor Calvin's is rated 4.9 stars by 7706 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

510 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Additional information

Cross Street
Renaissance Parkway
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Asian, Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private parking lot adjacent to restaurant, with additional street parking along Piedmont and Renaissance
Public transit
A short walk from Civic Center and North Ave. Marta train stations.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Calvin Phan
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.poorcalvins.com/
Phone number
(404) 254-4051
Catering
E-mail Calvin Phan calvinphan@icloud.com for catering service
Private party facilities
We have 2 enclosed, climate-controlled patio areas, perfect for your private event. Even the entire restaurant, if your private event turns into the party to talk about. We will be happy to work with you or your event planner to create perfection.

Featured in

50 Atlanta Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Poor Calvin's

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

50 Atlanta Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Live Jazz during Sunday Brunch

Lobster Fried Rice

Curry Seafood

Fried Calamari

Small Bites

Shaky ShrimpUS$14.00

Lobster Crawfish WontonsUS$16.00

Seafood Spring RollsUS$14.00

Fried CalamariUS$15.00

Lobster Macaroni & CheeseUS$16.00

Lemongrass Steamed MusselsUS$18.00

Tom Yum SoupUS$13.00

Buttermilk Fried Frog LegsUS$15.00

Steamed Chicken & Pork DumplingsUS$12.00

Deviled Eggs & CrabUS$16.00

Fried Green Tomatoes & Korean BeefUS$16.00

Baby Kale SaladUS$9.00

Crab BeignetUS$17.00

Sides & Veggies

BroccoliniUS$8.00

AsparagusUS$6.00

Bok ChoyUS$6.00

Mashed PotatoesUS$4.00

GailanUS$8.00

Fried Lobster TailUS$17.00

The Sea

Chilean SeabassUS$49.00

Lobster Fried RiceUS$46.00

Curry SeafoodUS$44.00

Pad Thai (gluten free)US$42.00

Fried Grouper BoatUS$45.00

Curry Scallop & Lobster Tail (gluten free)US$37.00

The Land

Grass Fed Australian Lamb ChopsUS$49.00

Crispy BeefUS$36.00

Laksa Duck Noodle & Lobster TailUS$49.00

Korean BBQ RibsUS$39.00

Country Fried ChickenUS$38.00

Pad See Ew Beef (gluten free)US$34.00

Dessert

Red Velvet Suspension CakeUS$15.00

Toasted Pound CakeUS$16.00

Fuji AppleUS$15.00

Peach Cobbler EmpanadaUS$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Poor Calvin's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Poor Calvin's restaurant rated?

Is Poor Calvin's currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Featured in

50 Atlanta Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day