I will have to say I was doubtful that Ray's in th...

I will have to say I was doubtful that Ray's in the City would live up to its reviews but I was corrected. As we were nearing Atlanta there was no soul food to be found. We arrived about an hour too late for it was Sunday and the food places were closed.

So we search downtown and this establishment comes highly recommended. They get us a last minute rezy, and we proceed.

This was literally the best Shrimp & Grits I have ever eaten. My children don t even like grits!!!!! They do now!!!!!!!

My server T was on point and the kitchen hooked it up like a Bobby Flay throw-down!!! Norah and I absolutely adored the Gumbo! The Caesar was great, the Deep Fried Brussels also we re accompanied by Deep Fried Cauliflower, nice touch They let me order just two oysters (I don t like a full dozen) which were fantastic and had a delicious mignonette.

To start I had a Fig Old Fashion which sipped quite well and literally paired with everything! All desserts were the bomb and Lilly definitely approved. I asked for a recommendation on pairing for dessert and they just brought me a Tawny Port as if they were in my mind!!! I appreciate the confidence to not ask me again, but just bring me your recommendation.

Truly 5 stars all the way!!!! If you are ever in Atlanta and want a safe bet, come here!!!! And get the shrimp and grits!!!!!!

Thank you also for letting my children dance and feel normal for a bit. We love you and will be back

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