Portions play a factor, as does the “comfort-level” of the restaurant, which is grouped in the ambience category. Being crammed tightly into a space or learning that the gentleman next to you had a prostate exam that day would tend to lower this score. Lastly, the diversity of the dining patrons will be evaluated. In fairness, restaurants cannot control completely the diverse nature of its clientele. However, let’s face it, we are often more likely to dine at a place in an environment befitting our cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Thus, this criteria will be evaluated as well. Additionally, I will note if there are vegetarian options and also whether choices are available for the lactose intolerant.
Fox Sports Grill--UPDATE ON 4/27
APRIL 27TH UPDATE---For those of you who read the review below some time ago, I have bad news to report. The simply marvelous French toast is no longer, as the Fox Sports Grill has canceled brunch on the weekends. They now only serve lunch and dinner. Everyone join me with a barrage of boos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When you think of brunch in the metro Atlanta area, chances are a place linked to being a sports bar will not be your first thought. If that is the case, you might be really missing out!
The Fox Sports Grill, a relative neophyte to the Atlanta restaurant scene, opened in 2005 and became a popular hangout on the weekend. While it’s certainly more renowned as a “seen and be seen” type of venue, you might be overlooking one of its stronger suits in my estimation---weekend brunch, which is served Saturday and Sunday.
Now I’ve dined there in the evenings before or during game time, and the food is certainly respectable. Burgers and fries, a la a typical sports bar, are there, but you’ll also find more upscale selections like salmon and steaks. The Hawaiian salmon is a good choice, but not necessarily one you’d make if you were famished as the actual salmon portions are quite small, unless you like copious amounts of rice.
A surprisingly salient option is the sirloin. If you’re a fan of this site, you know steak reviews are my specialty, and I must admit this cut of beef is tender and has good flavor.
However, all of this pales in comparison, in my opinion, to the brunch. The ranch eggs—two eggs with apple-smoked bacon, potatoes, and toast---is a superb choice. However, my personal favorite is the French toast. It’s stuffed with strawberry preserves and dipped in a vanilla-cinnamon crème. It comes with the aforementioned apple-smoked bacon, and folks, this dish is superb. I’ve had some note-worthy French toast in the area (Flying Biscuit, Murphy’s to name a few), but this is the best.
Another plus for going to brunch is you’re not going to be crowded as you would for an afternoon here when there’s a big sporting event on the tube. In fact, despite being an ardent sports fan, I probably wouldn’t opt for the Fox Sports Grill just to watch games due to how packed this place is on the weekends.
Dinner options for vegetarians include wild mushroom pasta and the four cheese ravioli, and there are quite a few selections for lactose-intolerant diners as well. Breakfast items for our non-meat eating and dairy resistant friends include the fantastic French toast, omelettes, and pancakes.
One other note about the restaurant---don’t be in an exceptionally big hurry unless you’re prepared to chase down waiters and waitresses. I’ve eaten at the Fox Sports Grill on about five occasions, and only two of those times did the service, despite being friendly, stay consistent and timely. So take your time!
Food: A for Breakfast. B for Dinner
Service: C+
Portions: B-
Ambience/Comfort: B
Diversity Of The Dining Patrons: Good
Vegetarian Options: Yes
Options for Lactose Intolerant: Yes
OVERALL GRADE: A- for Breakfast, B for Dinner
When you think of brunch in the metro Atlanta area, chances are a place linked to being a sports bar will not be your first thought. If that is the case, you might be really missing out!
The Fox Sports Grill, a relative neophyte to the Atlanta restaurant scene, opened in 2005 and became a popular hangout on the weekend. While it’s certainly more renowned as a “seen and be seen” type of venue, you might be overlooking one of its stronger suits in my estimation---weekend brunch, which is served Saturday and Sunday.
Now I’ve dined there in the evenings before or during game time, and the food is certainly respectable. Burgers and fries, a la a typical sports bar, are there, but you’ll also find more upscale selections like salmon and steaks. The Hawaiian salmon is a good choice, but not necessarily one you’d make if you were famished as the actual salmon portions are quite small, unless you like copious amounts of rice.
A surprisingly salient option is the sirloin. If you’re a fan of this site, you know steak reviews are my specialty, and I must admit this cut of beef is tender and has good flavor.
However, all of this pales in comparison, in my opinion, to the brunch. The ranch eggs—two eggs with apple-smoked bacon, potatoes, and toast---is a superb choice. However, my personal favorite is the French toast. It’s stuffed with strawberry preserves and dipped in a vanilla-cinnamon crème. It comes with the aforementioned apple-smoked bacon, and folks, this dish is superb. I’ve had some note-worthy French toast in the area (Flying Biscuit, Murphy’s to name a few), but this is the best.
Another plus for going to brunch is you’re not going to be crowded as you would for an afternoon here when there’s a big sporting event on the tube. In fact, despite being an ardent sports fan, I probably wouldn’t opt for the Fox Sports Grill just to watch games due to how packed this place is on the weekends.
Dinner options for vegetarians include wild mushroom pasta and the four cheese ravioli, and there are quite a few selections for lactose-intolerant diners as well. Breakfast items for our non-meat eating and dairy resistant friends include the fantastic French toast, omelettes, and pancakes.
One other note about the restaurant---don’t be in an exceptionally big hurry unless you’re prepared to chase down waiters and waitresses. I’ve eaten at the Fox Sports Grill on about five occasions, and only two of those times did the service, despite being friendly, stay consistent and timely. So take your time!
Food: A for Breakfast. B for Dinner
Service: C+
Portions: B-
Ambience/Comfort: B
Diversity Of The Dining Patrons: Good
Vegetarian Options: Yes
Options for Lactose Intolerant: Yes
OVERALL GRADE: A- for Breakfast, B for Dinner
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