Eating With Erica Supper Club: Dinner at La Grotta Atlanta
An Italian evening for the Eating With Erica Supper Club at La Grotta, a Buckhead institution, by candlelight
La Grotta is one of those Atlanta institutions that earns its reputation quietly — through decades of consistency, impeccable hospitality, and a menu that respects the integrity of the Italian table. When the Eating With Erica Supper Club walked in that evening, the room was already set: warm lighting, white linens, the kind of atmosphere that makes you instinctively lower your voice and lean into the conversation in front of you.
The dinner was everything the setting promised. Classic preparations executed with real care — handmade pasta, beautifully sourced proteins, and the kind of depth that comes from a kitchen that has been refining the same techniques for years. There is a reason La Grotta has held its place in Atlanta’s dining landscape for so long. It does not chase trends; it simply does what it does, and it does it beautifully.
What I remember most from that evening is the quality of the conversation. The food creates a certain kind of ease — the kind that opens people up. That is what the Supper Club is designed to cultivate, and La Grotta gave us exactly the right conditions to do it.
Located in Buckhead, La Grotta Ristorante Italiano is a hidden gem in Atlanta. From its romantic and elegant rustic Italian decor to the private garden oasis that literally transports you to an Italian coast- La Grotta is seriously heavenly. The food is top of the line as it expresses the soul of true Italian cooking. From the impeccable service to the delicious bites of every dish . At La Grotta you are truly transported out of Atlanta and into Italy with every single bite and their extensive Italian wine list. For the Eating with Erica Supper Club we partnered with Cincoro Tequila and had unique pairings that created magic with the taste of Italy paired with the smoothness of Cincoro’s smooth, small batched agave tequilas. A match made in heaven with the ultra smooth, rich flavors of Cincoro that you can sip and savor while enjoying the rustic Italian dining experience.
La Grotta Ristorante Italiano is literally some of the most delicious authentic Italian food you will ever try. Between being voted “The Best Italian Restaurant” by Atlanta Magazine and a AAA Four Diamond Award recipient for the last 25 years as well as a long time DiRona Award winner – you are in great hands at this family owned and operated business. Everything from the food to the wine to the decor and ambience is purely a perfect dining experience. No wonder La Grotta is a HUGE staple that you can often find people celebrating important life milestones from engagements to anniversaries and everything in between. It is HIGHLY recommended to make reservations as this hidden gem is always busy (even weeknights). Trust me this is one dining experience you don’t want to miss.
Our Menu at La Grotta Ristorante Italiano
- Argula e Barbatiolo : Arugula, Roasted Beets, Shaved Fennel, Shaved Parm, EVOO, Aged Balsamic
- Mozzarella di Buffula “Caprese” : Fresh Buffalo’s Milk Mozzarella, Vine Ripened Georgia Tomatoes, Ashland Farms Basil, EVOO, Aged Balsamic
- Sacchetti di Formaggio e Tartufi Neri: Sacchetti (little “beggar’s purses”) filled with Fontina Cheese & Black Truffles with a Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce, White Truffle Essence, Toasted Walnuts
- Filetto di Salmone con Crostata d’Erbe: Herb Crusted Filet of Salmon Grilled & Served over seasonal vegetable medley with a Roasted Bell Pepper Beurre Blanc
- Pappardelle Con Astice: Pappardelle Ribbons with Lobster, Shallots, Rosemary & White Wine Cream Sauce
- Torta di Cioccolato Rustico: Flourless Chocolate Torte served with a warm scoop of vanilla bean gelato
- Ricotta Cheesecake with Lemon Zest and Raspberry Coulis
Do you love dining experiences, networking with new people, and supporting the Atlanta hospitality industry, I encourage you to explore our Eating with Erica Supper Club Membership. You can find more information and join us by visiting this link: Eating with Erica Supper Club Membership.
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If you would like to see more of our gatherings, revisit our evening at the Four Seasons Atlanta, our Michelin-starred evening at Bacchanalia and our evening at Nàdair. Interested in conversation, community and connection? Learn more about the Eating With Erica Supper Club.
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If you have not visited La Grotta, it is well worth a reservation. It has earned its place as an Atlanta institution through decades of consistency, gracious service and a menu that honors the Italian table.
Gather a few friends, order for the table, and stay awhile. Thank you to the entire La Grotta team for hosting the Eating With Erica Supper Club so warmly.
Eating With Erica is a digital media platform focused on culinary hospitality, celebrating the restaurants, tables and gatherings that bring people together. Founded in Atlanta in 2013, it is home to the invitation-only Eating With Erica Supper Club and How to Host.
