Great place. Menu has a little bit of everything. Shared small plates of grilled octopus and brussels sprouts which were both excellent. Not a large gluten free options but chef was able to accommodate the Thai chicken wrap by wrapping it in lettuce and did a great job.Dietary restrictions: Some gluten free options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Charred Octopus
Jonathan M.
My wife and I have been here over a dozen times without anything, but good things to say. However, tonight, the food and service were great, but the greeting from the bartender wearing a red Georgia tshirt was rude, unwelcoming, and condescending. We had a reservation for the outside, and when I asked the hostess if we could sit outside, he interjected with smartass remarks. We were set inside in what felt like an empty restaurant without any chairs other than our table. Unfortunate, but this experience will keep me from returning.
Lyndsay D.
Outstanding food fresh and delicious! Amazing vibe and fantastic staff from FOH managers, servers, host to kitchen. Each and everyone went over and above! Highly recommend Holmes Restaurant to host your next party or just a fabulous night out. Downtown Alpharetta's original gem
Kenny Fisher
Showed up at 9:20 on a Saturday Night for a cocktail and said they were closing in 15 minutes even though they supposedly close at 10 on Saturdays. Staff said to go ahead and sit down but didn’t want to be rushed to finish a cocktail in 15 minutes. What kind of restaurant/bar closes at 9:35pm on a Saturday Night? The other restaurants and bars were busy and lively at this time, so I guess this is just a good place to go early.
Vanessa Rivera
If you go, please try the smash burger and fries with a side of their ranch. It’s so good!! It’s honestly the reason we keep going back (their cocktail menu is great and always on rotation as well)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heather Johnson
It was decent - not sure I would be back though. It’s almost like the restaurant is still trying to find its identity. The menu offers Asian, Italian, and American dishes - none of which are really cohesive. There was some industrial gothic decor as soon as you walk in, followed by neon signs, a giant wolf painted on the back wall, a space man painted on some skateboards hanging up, an orange Buddha, and some hanging planters - which to me comes across as eclectic, but again nothing really connected.As far as the food goes - I was with a group and we ordered many of the small plates - the chicken skewers, the noodles, the potatoes and the Brussels sprouts. The potatoes and the Brussels were absolutely delicious. Pro tip - the appetizer noodles are the exact same thing as the noodles from the kids menu - not sure which one is cheaper, but just fyi. The skewers were okay - but only 2 come on the plate.We also ordered 2 of the 3 salads presented - the wedge and the tomato. The wedge was absolutely delicious. The tomato - our friend got that one and there were still produce stickers left on his tomatoes that were in his salad. So either the tomatoes were not washed properly or someone was not paying attention.One of the couples ordered the chicken piccata and said it tasted like the restaurant was trying to “make it their own” - instead of just doing a traditional piccata where there isn’t anything wrong with it to begin with. Stay away from the cheeseburger. For 24 dollars, it was like a meatloaf with a piece of cheese on a tiny bun with pickled onions - that’s it. The French fries are obviously frozen and not freshly made. You’d be better off getting the kids burger. We also ordered a medium rare stake that really came out closer to medium well - we ate it, but it wasn’t cooked the way we ordered.I get that the menu is small, but when options are limited, with those prices, everything should be flawless.I will say our water was fantastic and so were the cocktails. I had a hibiscus one and it was top notch. I do not recall our waiters name but he was really awesome and accommodating.Overall, it was okay - good, not great.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Ben Taylor
Located in the old Jones House of the Alpharetta city center is where you will find Restaurant Holmes. The owner and chef is Atlanta native Taylor Neary and here you will find a wonderful balance in seasonal plates that entertain nearly as much as the environment around you. Open for just at a year the restaurant is doing many things fun and exciting. Chef Neary's resume is filled with northern Atlanta staples including but not limited to: Kyma, Roux and Little Alley. At Holmes he is taking charge and getting to fully express his talents without the restraint of a status quo. Dinner should start with one of their cocktails. Impressively some include juices that a clarified using a centrifuge and even come in local beer cans. There is also beer and wine available but the cocktails is where the talent shines. I was a little perplexed to see such a high price tab on these drinks however and have not encountered ones in that territory since moving away from DC. The menu is a great showcase for our southern terroir without being fried filling foods but rather many local farm flavors. Creating a lunch or dinner that turns into an experience and memory among customers is what their menu aims and succeeds in by having many sharable small plates. For us this resulted in great conversation and discussion which is something I appreciate and love about dining out. One favorite of the night was a tender octopus with pickled red onion but you cant go wrong with any of their elevated veggie dishes. If in the area Restaurant Holmes is a must visit.
Jessica C.
Fantastic food. The menu is small but balanced. The cacio e Pepe is legendary. Great wine list. Servers are always attentive. The inside has a nice ambience, the outside is a little rustic. One of our favorites in Milton
Courtney L.
Great brunch spot and good experience for dinner as well. Cute interior and good service in downtown Alpharetta.
Araz Feyzi
This farm to table restaurant has a small, but delicious menu. When we visited, they had chicken, beef, and seafood options, all locally sources.
Lovely day lunch! My husband and I recently ate at Restaurant Holmes on Valentines Day and enjoyed our food, drinks and the vibe! Our waitress (also bartender) was so nice and made great recommendations! The drinks were on point and loved the naming! Wished I asked for a little more of the sauce for the tacos on the side. The Brussels and Wedge Salad is a must have!!!
Mike
I had a cocktail, pork belly tacos, and chicken skewers. If your favorite cocktail ingredient is simple syrup and your favorite flavors in a meal are salt and sugar, you will love Restaurant Holmes. They've really nailed classic American fare.
Brian McFall
Went here for a Christmas Dinner Party with the work group, about 20 of us. Even though there was only one waitress, I do t remember my glass being empty. I am a meat and potato guy, but someone ordered the Sprouts, which had a honey chipotle sauce on a bed of ranch. Certainly a tasty way to get your greens. Higher price, but the portion sizes made up for it.
Jessica G.
The patio was warm, the cocktails were cold, the food was delicious, and the service was fantastic! Located in an historic house in downtown Alpharetta, we found Holmes to be a cozy spot buzzing with people on a Friday fall night. The brussels sprouts were incredible, the shrimp and grits were delicious, and the pork loin was perfectly done with an out-of-this-world wood-fire smoked artichoke puree. We finished with a decadent caramel brownie bear on the heated/enclosed patio and we left absolutely stuffed-- no regrets!! Can't wait to come back!
Neil Natic
Small menu but really solid and fantastic drinks. Really enjoyed it. Service was great as well. Definitely recommend!Dietary restrictions: Had some gluten free options but small menu so not too many.
Great place. Menu has a little bit of everything. Shared small plates of grilled octopus and brussels sprouts which were both excellent. Not a large gluten free options but chef was able to accommodate the Thai chicken wrap by wrapping it in lettuce and did a great job.Dietary restrictions: Some gluten free options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Charred Octopus
My wife and I have been here over a dozen times without anything, but good things to say. However, tonight, the food and service were great, but the greeting from the bartender wearing a red Georgia tshirt was rude, unwelcoming, and condescending. We had a reservation for the outside, and when I asked the hostess if we could sit outside, he interjected with smartass remarks. We were set inside in what felt like an empty restaurant without any chairs other than our table. Unfortunate, but this experience will keep me from returning.
Outstanding food fresh and delicious! Amazing vibe and fantastic staff from FOH managers, servers, host to kitchen. Each and everyone went over and above! Highly recommend Holmes Restaurant to host your next party or just a fabulous night out. Downtown Alpharetta's original gem
Showed up at 9:20 on a Saturday Night for a cocktail and said they were closing in 15 minutes even though they supposedly close at 10 on Saturdays. Staff said to go ahead and sit down but didn’t want to be rushed to finish a cocktail in 15 minutes. What kind of restaurant/bar closes at 9:35pm on a Saturday Night? The other restaurants and bars were busy and lively at this time, so I guess this is just a good place to go early.
If you go, please try the smash burger and fries with a side of their ranch. It’s so good!! It’s honestly the reason we keep going back (their cocktail menu is great and always on rotation as well)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was decent - not sure I would be back though. It’s almost like the restaurant is still trying to find its identity. The menu offers Asian, Italian, and American dishes - none of which are really cohesive. There was some industrial gothic decor as soon as you walk in, followed by neon signs, a giant wolf painted on the back wall, a space man painted on some skateboards hanging up, an orange Buddha, and some hanging planters - which to me comes across as eclectic, but again nothing really connected.As far as the food goes - I was with a group and we ordered many of the small plates - the chicken skewers, the noodles, the potatoes and the Brussels sprouts. The potatoes and the Brussels were absolutely delicious. Pro tip - the appetizer noodles are the exact same thing as the noodles from the kids menu - not sure which one is cheaper, but just fyi. The skewers were okay - but only 2 come on the plate.We also ordered 2 of the 3 salads presented - the wedge and the tomato. The wedge was absolutely delicious. The tomato - our friend got that one and there were still produce stickers left on his tomatoes that were in his salad. So either the tomatoes were not washed properly or someone was not paying attention.One of the couples ordered the chicken piccata and said it tasted like the restaurant was trying to “make it their own” - instead of just doing a traditional piccata where there isn’t anything wrong with it to begin with. Stay away from the cheeseburger. For 24 dollars, it was like a meatloaf with a piece of cheese on a tiny bun with pickled onions - that’s it. The French fries are obviously frozen and not freshly made. You’d be better off getting the kids burger. We also ordered a medium rare stake that really came out closer to medium well - we ate it, but it wasn’t cooked the way we ordered.I get that the menu is small, but when options are limited, with those prices, everything should be flawless.I will say our water was fantastic and so were the cocktails. I had a hibiscus one and it was top notch. I do not recall our waiters name but he was really awesome and accommodating.Overall, it was okay - good, not great.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Located in the old Jones House of the Alpharetta city center is where you will find Restaurant Holmes. The owner and chef is Atlanta native Taylor Neary and here you will find a wonderful balance in seasonal plates that entertain nearly as much as the environment around you. Open for just at a year the restaurant is doing many things fun and exciting. Chef Neary's resume is filled with northern Atlanta staples including but not limited to: Kyma, Roux and Little Alley. At Holmes he is taking charge and getting to fully express his talents without the restraint of a status quo. Dinner should start with one of their cocktails. Impressively some include juices that a clarified using a centrifuge and even come in local beer cans. There is also beer and wine available but the cocktails is where the talent shines. I was a little perplexed to see such a high price tab on these drinks however and have not encountered ones in that territory since moving away from DC. The menu is a great showcase for our southern terroir without being fried filling foods but rather many local farm flavors. Creating a lunch or dinner that turns into an experience and memory among customers is what their menu aims and succeeds in by having many sharable small plates. For us this resulted in great conversation and discussion which is something I appreciate and love about dining out. One favorite of the night was a tender octopus with pickled red onion but you cant go wrong with any of their elevated veggie dishes. If in the area Restaurant Holmes is a must visit.
Fantastic food. The menu is small but balanced. The cacio e Pepe is legendary. Great wine list. Servers are always attentive. The inside has a nice ambience, the outside is a little rustic. One of our favorites in Milton
Great brunch spot and good experience for dinner as well. Cute interior and good service in downtown Alpharetta.
This farm to table restaurant has a small, but delicious menu. When we visited, they had chicken, beef, and seafood options, all locally sources.
Restaurantji Recommends
Lovely day lunch! My husband and I recently ate at Restaurant Holmes on Valentines Day and enjoyed our food, drinks and the vibe! Our waitress (also bartender) was so nice and made great recommendations! The drinks were on point and loved the naming! Wished I asked for a little more of the sauce for the tacos on the side. The Brussels and Wedge Salad is a must have!!!
I had a cocktail, pork belly tacos, and chicken skewers. If your favorite cocktail ingredient is simple syrup and your favorite flavors in a meal are salt and sugar, you will love Restaurant Holmes. They've really nailed classic American fare.
Went here for a Christmas Dinner Party with the work group, about 20 of us. Even though there was only one waitress, I do t remember my glass being empty. I am a meat and potato guy, but someone ordered the Sprouts, which had a honey chipotle sauce on a bed of ranch. Certainly a tasty way to get your greens. Higher price, but the portion sizes made up for it.
The patio was warm, the cocktails were cold, the food was delicious, and the service was fantastic! Located in an historic house in downtown Alpharetta, we found Holmes to be a cozy spot buzzing with people on a Friday fall night. The brussels sprouts were incredible, the shrimp and grits were delicious, and the pork loin was perfectly done with an out-of-this-world wood-fire smoked artichoke puree. We finished with a decadent caramel brownie bear on the heated/enclosed patio and we left absolutely stuffed-- no regrets!! Can't wait to come back!
Small menu but really solid and fantastic drinks. Really enjoyed it. Service was great as well. Definitely recommend!Dietary restrictions: Had some gluten free options but small menu so not too many.