Ray's in the City

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   Tom

   Atlanta Metro

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Went with high expectations, as I should with the price range of this place. Order the paper plane cocktail. The bartender swore he knew how to do, but it was served with one of the main ingredient missing. The server, who was nice. Served it with a sheepish look on his face like he was embarrassed. I sent it back with explicit instructions of what was missing and it came back OK. Appetizers were OK, the blue cheese chips were good for bar food, but disappointing for a higher place. The chips looked like Lays potato chips out of a bag, or an uncanny reproduction thereof, with blue cheese on top. Blue cheese was good though. The steak, which I ordered Pittsburgh style, seared on the outside, rare inside, was served thoroughly charred on one side, and lightly cooked on the other. I told the waiter and he talked to the kitchen. They simply said that’s how the grill cooks on high heat setting as if they had no control - a runaway grill! . Seems to be a high-end steakhouse should know how to use their equipment to properly cook a steak. No offer of apology or we will take it back and recook. With the bill of over $300 for two people that would have been my minimum expectation. I ate part of it anyway, but decided to take the rest of it home. On the way to my car, I ran into a homeless person who needed food, so I gave him my leftovers instead. He looked like he needed it. As I got to the car, though, I had some thoughts of what would he think when he opened it and found the charred remains of my dinner inside. This was actually a genuine thought I had, which, to me, had a little bit of irony, but given the bill should never happened. As much as I would like to recommend this place, I simply can’t. Not for any price. A steakhouse should know how to cook steak.
   

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   Jon

   VIP

   San Francisco

   70 reviews

   5.0

   70 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were lucky to have dinner with Melissa at the bar. The best service & cocktails. Amazing food, too. We look forward to returning.
   

   Ray's in the CityResponded 4 days ago

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner at Ray's in the City. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
   

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   Sharon

   Memphis/West TN

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Ray's in the City is always a go-to when traveling to Atlanta. The food, service and wine selection are always exceptional.
   

   Ray's in the CityResponded 4 days ago

   We're thrilled to hear that Ray's in the City is your go-to spot when you're in Atlanta. We're glad you enjoyed our food, service, and wine selection. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to the city!
   

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   Ashley

   Charlotte

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best lobster and scallops we have had in a while! We will definitely be back!
   

   Ray's in the CityResponded 6 days ago

   We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Ray's in the City. We appreciate your kind words about our lobster and scallops. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delicious meal!
   

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   lorna

   New York State

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 14 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Second time coming when in Atlanta. Never disappoints. Our server Chris was phenomenal You have to try the calamari and shrimp appetizer.
   

   Ray's in the CityResponded 6 days ago

   We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ray's in the City. It's always a pleasure to know that our guests have a great time dining with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Ericka

   Washington DC

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 14 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful first time here. Waitress was great ambiance was beautiful food was perfection will certainly be back
   

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   Ray's in the CityResponded 2 days ago

   We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Ray's in the City. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Carlotta

   Atlanta Metro

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 13 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were celebrating my son’s graduation from UGA, Jade was our server. She was attentive and knowledgeable on the menu items. Harriette also stopped by our table with well wishes. We will be back!
   

   Ray's in the CityResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you for dining with us at Ray's in the City. We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time and that our team made your visit memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Thomasina

   VIP

   Atlanta Metro

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 13 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service was impeccable. Thanks for making our wedding day special.
   

   Ray's in the CityResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you for celebrating such a special occasion with us at Ray's in the City. We always strive to make every occasion memorable for our guests, so your kind words are truly appreciated. We hope to see you again soon.
   

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   Che

   Atlanta Metro

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 13 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Our waiter was amazing and really knowledgeable. He was a shorter Spanish guy. He had all the recommendations and knowledge about the dishes. Great guy great food great experience
   

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   Ray's in the CityResponded 6 days ago

   Thanks for visiting us at Ray's in the City! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
   

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    Nancy

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    I have been to Ray’s on the River (many times), and Ray’s at Killer Creek once. Both were excellent. Ray’s in the City was challenging. First, for an older couple, parking is a nightmare (like everywhere downtown without valet). We finally used Hotel Indigo valet for $30. The restaurant was beautifully decorated. We had great cocktails. The starter that was called Goat Cheese Fritter had zero goat cheese inside. It was like eating a cheddar grilled cheese in fritter form. Meh…my husband had a grilled red snapper that was excellent. I ordered an 8oz filet. 90% sure it was a strip steak but it was well cooked so I ate it as we were pressed for time. An excellent dessert (butter cake) was delicious. Chris, our waiter was great. So all that being said , if you want to go to a Ray’s… go to the River!
    

    Ray's in the CityResponded 6 days ago

    Thank you for dining with us at Ray's in the City. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and honest feedback with us. We will be sure to review the dishes mentioned with our chef. We hope to welcome you back soon.
    

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