Many restaurants come and go throughout Atlanta, but Wisteria has taken root in Inman Park where chef/owner Jason Hill makes a connection with his patrons and the surrounding neighborhood. Since opening on September 9, 2001 Wisteria has blossomed into a friendly community hub and culinary showcase.
Before opening Wisteria, Hill was the executive sous chef at Harvest. Prior to that, he was a chef at Partners Café and Indigo Coastal Grill. A graduate of Johnson and Wales University in Charleston, Hill actually began his cooking career at the tender age of 17 at Atlanta dining institution Pano’s and Paul’s. Word has definitely spread throughout Atlanta as Chef Hill continues to cook up quality, contemporary American cuisine with a Southern twist. The popularity of Wisteria has earned an excellent rating from Zagat Survey as well as top listings in AJC, Jezebel and Atlanta magazine. Wisteria continues to earn accolades not only from Atlanta publications, but also nationwide press.Hills philosophy is to create a menu reflective of Southern culinary traditions, yet ambitious enough to attract sophisticated diners that want a modest comfortable atmosphere and dinner at neighborhood prices. He varies his offerings to provide in-season vegetables and other ingredients year-round, allowing his menu to stay current while pleasing the regulars with their favorites.
An evening at Wisteria may start with crab bisque topped with Calvados créme fraiche. Appetizers include green tomato fries and pimento cheese deviled eggs. The entree specialaties are iron-skillet chicken over corn pudding and collard greens and fried catfish atop a ragout of okra, greens tomatoes, and crawfish.
Wisteria boasts an extensive wine list with over 250 offerings as well as nearly 50 by the glass selections. With a variety of half bottles and a superb reserve list, Wisteria has something to please every palate.
Wisteria is located at 471 N. Highland Ave. Dinner is served Sunday through Thursday from 5:30 to 10, and Friday and Saturday from 5:30 to 11. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 404-525-3363 or by using online feature. Complimentary valet parking is available and all major credit cards are accepted.
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