I usually frequent the CI on Peachtree, but this location is pretty cool. They took over what used to be a White House, Black Market clothing store next door, so now have lots more seating. I'm just not a fan of sitting on the patio in the winter even if it's surrounded by plastic and has sporadic space heaters...too cold!! So I am glad for the indoor space. They have some of the best hot chocolates anywhere and the ciocoloccinos (regular or white chocolate) and really tasty. They also have great desserts...check out the case up front. Service is always pretty slow, but just relax and chill out and it's all good. Visit Count: 5
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Jane N.
Something about my group of friends and Cafe Intermezzo, but we've ended up here and at the Peachtree St. location several times. And time after time, we declare Intermezzo as a bad place to take groups larger than 6 people. So my advice to you is just...don't...don't go here for those big groups. The worst experience was one night here, a group of about ten of us wined and dined. As the night went on, the group became smaller, as each person who left, they paid for their portion of their order. Until the end, there was 4 of us, left with $30 of the check! We were all very confident that everyone paid their portion and left a tip, enough to cover everything because we kept going over and over who owes what, however, the waiter mustve charged us several extra items or did not subtract earlier charges from the total check. I've said once before (for the Peachtree St. Intermezzo) that their efforts at splitting checks is lacking and terrible. We've called the manager over, hoping to settle the situation but she didnt do much but ask us to pay the full remainder, even after we've told her how unreasonable and unfair they are treating the situation. Anyways, to save yourself the trouble, stick to a small group and don't confuse the waiters there with too much math to do in regards to splitting checks. You'll just cause more trouble for yourself and your group...
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B W.
I've always been a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo at Brookwood, but I went to the Park Place location near the end of a date this week and really liked it. The drink menu is massive, but I highly recommend the Cafe' Intermezzo with almonds. See the picture of the berry cake? ORDER IT!!! Other reviewers are correct about the slow paced service, but frankly I like the fact that the servers don't hover and you feel comfortable having a long conversation without feeling rushed. I look forward to coming back to this location again.
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Julia S.
Came here with two friends-- each of us had a halfoff depot coupon where you could get $10 worth of food. Service was ok and the food came out pretty slow, as expected. Our server kept stopping by every 10 minutes asking if everything was okay but didn't actually do anything. Annoying. At the end of our meal, the server dropped off the check and walked off without saying a word-- not surprising. So we (sort of) let that one go. But after the three of us asked for split checks, he said he wasn't able to let us use the halfoffdepot coupon for each of us. Later the manager came out saying that we had two options: all the food on one bill using one coupon, or split checks and only one person using the coupon. Apparently this is a new policy because my friends have used their own coupons on split checks before. Their reasoning is ridiculous because if we had all come here individually, using the coupons wouldn't have been a problem. Did they want us to sit by ourselves at three different tables in order to use it? Come on. Terrible. I only gave them one star because their nutella & strawberry crepes were good that day.
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Hien P.
I hate this place. You can't see a damn thing at night oh and yeah it is WAY overpriced!
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C D.
It's a shame that the great cakes, coffee and wonderful atmosphere are consistently overshadowed by the lack of service, snobby and arrogant attitude of their staff. It's been at least a year since I've been back, so perhaps things have improved there.
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Shaun S.
Progresso makes a better Chicken Alfredo then Intermezzo. I went with my partner to the Cafe Intermezzo on Ashford Dunwoody in the Perimeter this evening. Given the fact that the parking lot was full and twisted taco had a line while Intermezzo had only a handful of guests seated in the restaurant this should have been a sign. I ordered the Petit Antipasto and the Chicken Linguini. The antipasto came with the meal and the Alfredo let much to be desired. The chicken was overcooked, dry, and lacked seasoning. The pasta was so over cooked you could not twirl it on your fork it fell apart. The Alfredo sauce had no flavoring what so ever not even a hint of butter, pepper it was bland as can be. Not to mention the parma they sprinkled on top of it had the texture of leather and added only to the lack of taste of the entire meal. I ordered a second glass of the house chardonnay and never received it. If I am going to wait 30 minutes for an appetizer and entree I would hope that at the very least I would be offered some fresh ground pepper especially considering the price tag. I can say for sure that this is the first and last time I will ever go to Cafe Intermezzo. I hear they just opened one at Terminal B at the airport, given the opportunity I am going to opt for Panda Express or a Nathans hotdog and save the 15 dollars for a cold beer or a good glass of wine. Don't waste your time or your money.
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Jay P.
Meh? Not sure what the word really means but I have experienced better. Was looking to go to Eclipse Di Luna but the wait was 2 hours so we chose Intermezzo. The place itself is really cool and it has that romantic feel to it. The service is always bad though. I have been at all hours and it seems to take forever to get a drink no matter how busy they are. The cute waitress always gave me this little smile as she strolled by 50 times without my drink. Finally, I had to forget the fact that she was pretty good looking and complain. 5 minutes later, I finally got the drink. I had the crab cakes which were good other that the fact that they didn't have any crab in them. Next time, I will be sure to order the bread crumb cake or the "filler" cake. To end on a positive note, this is a good date spot, romantic, sexy desserts...kinda puts me in the mood but don't expect great service or good crab cakes.
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Dan D.
I've been to European coffee houses and bistro's before and this place has a lot of work to do if it's going to try and claim to be either. Good selection of coffee's and pastry, excellent soups, but could be better with the sandwich's. There are better places than this but it's not bad for lunch or a lite dinner.
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Deb K.
Absolutely THE best place in Atlanta! (FYI: the Dunwoody locaton is much better, cleaner, and friendlier than the Buckhead Intermezzo, by the way.) But yeah. I am absolutely in love with Europe and everything European, so it's nice to find a freakin' place in Atlanta that makes me feel like I'm in Europe. The atmosphere is relaxing and sexy, and Cafe Intermezzo is the ultimate perfect date spot. It's also a great place to go with just friends. The staff there is the friendliest you will ever meet! I have been going there for the past two years, and I HAVE to go at least once a week! It's primarily a dessert place, but they have food there, too. It's pretty good as well. Everything there is a little pricey though, I'll give you that.. but pretty much everything there is well worth the price! A slice of cake is $8, but it's soooo worth it! Also, if you're not in a cake mood, you can look at their large variety of delicious teas, coffees, wines, and other drinks. There is a full bar (thank god), and I have never gotten a bad drink there. I fell in love with this place the first time I went, and it's luster hasn't worn down at all. If anything, I love this place more and more every time I go! I recommend it to EVERYONE! There is always a ton of people so people watching or meeting new people is always fun to do there, too. The funnest nights to go are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. People start coming in at around 7pm or so, but I wouldn't recommend going until at LEAST 9pm.. I hope this helps!
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Laura P.
Although this Cafe/bar is usually somewhat crowded due to its popularity and the distinct variety of its menu offerings (see my review of the other locaiton if you like), it has a much more laid back atmosphere than most night-life around, especially your more standard bar atmosphere. Of the two locations, this is the less crowded, and you can actually find seating pretty quickly here. They don't really play any music worth speaking of--if you want that, Apre Diem usually has some sort of DJ, but their menu offers less selection.
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Rebecca W.
Went there on a weekday noon - the place was empty with only 1-2 patio table and 2 indoors tables occupied, which is good if you want a leisurely, relaxing meal. According to the waiter, they're busy from evening on (after dinner hours) and especially busy on Sunday afternoon after church. I ordered Chicken Waldorf sandwich (lunch special which is half sandwich, a salad, and some fruit on the side) plus a cafe bianca, both are ok but nothing spectacular. The vinaigrette dressing for my salad has an odd jam/gelatin texture even though it tastes alright. Somehow I feel the coffee has a diluted taste and its frangrance relies on the almond oil. I need to go back to try more coffees to be able to rate their beverages. My friend and I had gingerbread layered cake for dessert - tasted moist, solid and not too heavy. Overall this place is more for the ambiance, the decor (love their restroom) and the showy beverage brochure-menu.
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Lori T.
nice place for a romantic rondevous, late night meet up or a drink (as the drink menu is vast - from hard liquor to wines). the dessert case is full with no signs - so you'll need assistance from one of the staff standing near it with a great memory (they are trained to know what everything is). the food is subpar but the atmosphere makes up for it. i was there the other night and they opened up the patio and it had a nice touch. the wait staff takes their time (so be ready to order right away or see the menu ahead of time), even on a slow night. you can't not find something to eat and the nutella crepes are delicious! the caeser salad i ate last night wasn't anything special - they are better at somewhere like Panera. i'd recommend it if you never tried it or want somewhere with a fun atmosphere - esp. on a Friday night (this place is hopping!) or late night. a night out with the girls for drinks - that is another ideal reason.
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Erin C.
Cafe Intermezzo would be a great hangout... Would be. Their selection of drinks and desserts are great and all, but it is just too. damn. loud. Sure, it's a "trendy" type place to be. But don't take your date there, because you won't be able to hear unless you're shouting. If you're going in a group of more than 4 people, seating can get a tad bit uncomfortable, depending on where they seat you. Most of the tables that are available are tiny round-top tables that should seat two at the most. Often times, they'll cram three people around the dinky little table and you'll be knockin' elbows with each other.
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A + P.
We went to Cafe Intermezzo for take-out dessert after having dinner at Twisted Taco. The dessert was very good--can't go wrong with a nice treat from Cafe Intermezzo--but the service was a little off-putting. 1) Asking the hostess what some of the desserts were, we were told that one was a tiramisu. Another one looked like a tiramisu also, what was that one? That is the traditional tiramisu. Then what was the first one? It was Cafe Intermezzo's version of tiramisu, more cake-like, while the latter was the spongy ladyfingers version. Well, if we ask for information, please give us information. 2) The time it took to get and pay for a take-out dessert was several minutes longer than it should've been, since we were sent around to the bar to take care of it, where the bartender was pretty busy, instead of having it taken care of right at the dessert case. And it was a bit pricey--one slice of cake came to $8.40 (with tax).
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Mark H.
Oh me oh my what a great Bloody Mary. The food is always perfectly prepared. Had the Duck Crepe this time and it was a great change up from a traditional breakfast. Very intimate and always has the best assortment of coffee and teas.
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Shawn K.
Drinks menu is their money shot. Great for a sweet dessert cake. Unique ambiance with classical music playing, foreign gibberish over the speakers in the bathroom. Service is prompt and helpful from the front door. Here during the day with a young and/or new staff. All things considered, a nice distraction from the normal cafe/bakery.
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Ifeoma W.
Love, Love Cafe Intermezzo. Love the late hours. The desserts are to die for. I enjoy the ambiance as well.
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Shanequa Y.
Great service, we held a bridal shower here this weekend. The entire team was accommodating and helped us to make it a special event for the bride-to-be! The food and drinks were excellent and although the menu was preset, they accommodated my vegan diet. The decor was beautiful as they closed part of the patio so we could have the indoor/outdoor feel. I would definitely recommend them for a private party or big group lunch/dinner. Thank you for your great service and friendly staff.
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Kevin H.
been to the midtown location but since moving here, decided to give this location a try since it was closer. the pastry ordering system is unbelievably inefficient and after waiting a long time for baked goods that they really needed to just slice and serve, the server finally brought one of 3 items ordered, went back and forth for a while and told us that they ran out of the cake and pie we ordered. the manager came over and the server explained what happened to her, she went inside, and the desserts they supposedly ran out of magically appeared. one of the two missing desserts didn't look like the one we ordered, but ultimately accepted it. the rating is 2 stars instead of 1 because the desserts were good, but the system they have in place for getting orders out for ALREADY BAKED goods is unacceptable.
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Nida K.
I really enjoyed this place. I had the spinach dip and my friend had the cheese platter. The server was kind enough to bring us more crackers when we ran out at no additional cost. The mint tea was very minty and hot. I loved that we each got our own little kettle with tea in it. The prices were a bit steep but I guess they want a certain kind of clientele to be there. So understandably so. The spinach dip was very good and not as cheesy as most spinach dips I've had in the past. And the cheese platter was great. I will return here if I'm in the area.
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Tran N.
I think cafe intermezzo will be my last dessert option because of a few reasons : its a distance from where I live, I only crave for these cakes sometimes, and they are too sweet for me to love it so much. I like this place for the ambiance and how I can just have a nice talk over dessert. Their menu for drinks is massive as ever. The cakes in the display always looks great, and the food menu is pretty big as well. Ive been here more than enough times, but mainly just to grab dessert. The last time was my first tim ever getting an actual meal which were the eggs benedict. I love it when places serve breakfast all day. My friend got the smoked salmon pasta, which was realllyyy good and my next pick when I ever do come back for dinner. Service here is a hit or miss sometimes because it can either take awhile for them to take care of you, or they can either be efficient with it. I love the atmosphere here, especially on the nice summer nights when I can sit outside and enjoy the breeze and my dessert. The cakes I have tried are the : nutella cheesecake, cappuccino cheesecake, tiramisu, red velvet, and a dulce de leche cake. All were really good, but the best that I will remember is the nutella cheesecake. The name of it speak for itself on how good it is. Prices are reasonable if you don't make it an everyday habit of course.
Have been there tonight for the second time and the service was not very good again and apparently rude. The coffee was served cold though it was not a cold coffee. We were in the middle of the coffee and we were given the bill without asking. Were we asked to leave for no reason? Though they have variety of things to be served, service could have been better.
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DeMarcus C.
Good food, great drinks and even better cake. The server had a friendly attitude. The key lime cheesecake was second ti none.
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David M.
The drink selection is beyond impressive. I had the Dark Angel and absolutely loved it. The desserts are great as well.
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Carolina M.
After many years, this place is still one of my favorite places to go for coffee and dessert whether it's with a group of friends or post-dinner dessert date. Sometimes it does get crowded but what I like is that they're open late. Definitely a plus when you still want to hang out with your friends. Admittedly, cups of coffee are a bit pricey and the drink menu is astonishingly long. I'd like to stay there and try every single coffee/espresso they've got, but I might end up awake for weeks. On a Saturday night, after witnessing the not-so-heavenly bodies at the Clermont Lounge, I ordered a Toasted Almond Mocha. The aroma was heavy and everyone commented that they could smell my drink once placed in front of me. This was definitely a mocha as I found so much chocolate at the bottom even after I stirred frequently. I just wasn't feeling it for dessert since my coffee was sweet enough. Otherwise, I definitely recommend getting at least a dessert at this place. What's great about this place is that despite how late it gets, you can still order foods like soup or crostini if you want something savory besides the sweets in their display case. People definitely come here for the atmosphere. It's romantic with the candlelights and dark space, but it can also get loud on the patio. You'll find a mix of groups or couples there in the evenings.
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Kim N.
Either the coffee quality has gotten so bad here or I just happened to come on an off night... a very off night. The coffee tasted so watered down and so bland. I've always ordered the Spanish Mocha and it's never tasted this horrible before. The desserts were good still. We ordered Nutella eclair-like cake, mango passion fruit mousse cake, and Boston cream cheese cake. Service was very slow as usual with an addition of a rude server this time. He never came to check up on us so we kept on having to look for him every time we needed something. When he finally gave us out bill, he just slapped it on the table and walked away. This used to be a good place to meet up with friends after dinner for desserts and coffee but lately it hasn't been so great unfortunately.
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Paulette P.
Cheese platter and wine is divine! The coffee menu is amazing...so many to choose from.
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Shruti K.
Delicious Deserts! A perfect place for a late night coffee and desert. On a beautiful day you can sit outside and enjoy the weather. Amongst other things the crostini was delicious. But what i will always remember them for is their strawberry cake. It's the BEST. So delicious and flavorful. Highly recommend it!
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Tristan A.
1. Its about .2 miles from my house 2. Cake? Yes please! This place was live the other day...I was walking by and had to stop in. I love the ambiance. Makes you feel very mellow while you have your delicious coffee drink with a side of cake. Sat outside...sipped on my coffee....I never even do this kinda sh** but it just felt right! Yup...just decided...I'm going back tomorrow. Oh..plus the speaker system in the bathroom with the German lessons? Nice touch Intermezzo...very nice. Me limey.
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Angela H.
Cafe Intermezzo is the first cafe of it's kind I had ever been to. It's dark, cozy, and romantic. This location was the first one I went to - the very first time I visited Georgia during winter of 2004 - and it's my personal favorite as it holds sentimental value. Anyway, there isn't much to add to the other reviews posted here. Yes, their service isn't always good and they serve you super duper overpriced drinks, desserts, and food. But it's a great place to chill late at night when everything else (besides bars and clubs) is closed. They're open 'til 1 am Sunday through Thursday and 2 am on Friday and Saturday. And I love that they have a FREE parking lot (I hate the paid parking thing at their Buckhead/Brookwood location). I haven't tried their food, but my favorite drink - which I always order - is the Cafe Johannes. It's basically a tall glass of coffee topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. Pretty pricey at $6.65, but I love it. Again, sentimental value. =) Their mango sorbet is also delicious! It's served in an actual mango skin/shell with some whipped cream on the side. A friend of mine introduced me to it and I love it! What I don't love is the price - $7.25. Ouch. My sister, Yoomee H., decided to be adventurous and tried their Coppa Cafe Gelato (also $7.25). I had a bite of it and thought it was good! Although it's expensive, you're allowed to keep the cute little glass that it comes in, which is pretty neat. Overall, this Cafe Intermezzo gets 4 stars - minus 1 because it is so expensive and their service is usually suuuuper slow! Luckily, Half Off Depot has been offering "$5 for $10 worth of food/drinks" deals, so I've been buying them every now and then.
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Darlene J.
Love a place where you can have breakfast and not be inundated with the presence of children!!
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Laura M.
The burger was on par with Five Guys. The desserts weren't as good as Cheesecake Factory. The drinks were fine. Given the comparisons here are to unimpressive restaurants, I'd save your money and go elsewhere.
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Gen L.
I most recently went there on New Year's Eve. Our waitress was really friendly and gave us attentive service. My drink really packed a punch, so the bartender who mixed it did a great job. The dessert was delicious. But, I wish that they had the desserts labeled in the case. The guy who was standing next to the case, who was tasked with taking dessert orders, was completely unhelpful. It was like pulling teeth finding out what the desserts were. My friend and I felt like were getting on his nerves by asking him questions- we only asked him about 3 desserts. We would have rather appreciated labels and a dessert menu.
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Albert S.
Been going here for years. The items are fairly priced and coffee items are good. The cakes are also very good. Only complaint I have is service. Sometimes the servers lol like they are overworked. They seem to always mess up our check and get items wrong on the receipt.
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Sergey L.
Dessert and coffee didnt disappoint as usual however we ordered a crepe with duck and goat cheese which was beyond awful. What was that? Im still in the state of shock trying to recover my taste buds. Either fix the concoction to make it more palatable or take it off the menu and I will come back and revise my rating.
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Clemmie M.
I had some reading to catch up on so I picked this place to spend some time. Dozens of desserts. You have to walk to the display case and pick from what you see. They are never on a menu. It's hard to pick just one. The menu has a number of light and great choices, my favorite being a salad with grilled chicken. Now for the best and main reason to go (you could eat elsewhere and be just fine) the drinks. I had a couple different coffee drinks and jasmine tea during this visit and all were great. Starbucks has nothing on them. It will take you 15 minutes to get through the list and decide what to drink. The atmosphere is excellent but like many have said, service is just average. I wasn't in a hurry so I didn't mind the speed and I will be back. As long as you are going to chat, relax, drink coffee or bar drinks and are not in a hurry, you will love this place.
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Annie L.
VERY romantic at night. All the tables were adorned with candles, so it gave a very intimate vibe. The food was alright to me. It wasn't mindblowing or anything that I would seek out of my way to get again. The desserts however are delish. From the moment you walk in, there are plenty of pastries on display that you can choose from. Other than that, going for dinner I'll probably choose elsewhere. But if I wanted maybe a couple of drinks and some dessert, I'd definitely venture here.
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Catrina W.
The ambiance was great! BUT, I don't appreciate having to get up to get my cake from the display. Why isn't it on the menu?That was weird. AND it was dry.
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Lesa A.
The worst daytime management (Manager's name is James) and service ever!!!! I've been a customer for 10+ years at this location but the quality of services has drastically gone down over the past 2+ years. After my experience at breakfast there yesterday, I'll never go back!!!
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Angie K.
I haven't tried the food, and I was just there for drinks. The place was packed for a weekday night, so I can't even imagine what it would be like on a weekend. (+): Atmosphere Drink selection (probably largest that I have ever seen anywhere) Pastries Outdoor seating with heat lamps (-): HORRIBLE service
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Kevin R.
The food was a bit above the average chain restaurant, but the big disappointment was the Caffee Latte. Regular coffee with cold whipped cream on top and cinnamon sprinkled on top. They call themselves a coffee place? They wouldn't know a latte if it sat on their face! I complained and the server went to the (using the word Loosely here) Batista, and he said that's the way it is made. BS! Someone needs to do more than a drive and look in the window by at Starbucks to know how to make a Latte or Cappuccino. Hint McD's doesn't know either! Steamed Milk and Espresso and you need an espresso machine, not a Mr Coffee piece of crap!
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Duc L.
This was literally the best place for first dates and fun hang outs a year or two back. It's either my tastes has changed or the clientele is changing not for my liking. The place focuses around the idea of a european coffee shop consisting of mainly coffee and dessert (cakes and pies) although they do serve teas, alcoholic drinks, and regular food. I've never personally had their food considering this place is more of a dessert/wide down spot so I'm more of the dessert and coffee person. Tables are relatively small, mainly 2-4 persons but if you have a larger group, they can accommodate by pushing tablets together but it might not be in the best locations in terms of traffic flow and lighting. What I do recommend is the berry-berry tea (I love tea), tiramisu, or cafe johannes. Many items on the menu are reasonably priced, but do be prepared to spend a little extra if getting anything a bit out of the ordinary. While cake slices are a good portion, it is pricey. Just an FYI if you're first trying this place out and you're on a budget. What I don't like about it anymore is the service is pretty slow, maybe it's the people in the back or maybe they just want me to leave that much quicker. Whatever the reason may be, it takes a good while between getting your drink and being able to get their attention again to order a second drink or even a refill of water. The environment is so loud now, it seems like everyone has just forgotten to speak in a relatively normal voice and has resorted to shouting. It used to be a place where you could sit down and have a good conversation between two people but now it's so loud that you're resorted to just speaking very loudly which I think destroy's the mood whether it be a hang out or first date. I think this place is getting very popular which is why more different clientele is coming in, but I tend to skip this place now for quality drinks and hang outs but rather a last minute idea or a place just to be seen.
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Phong T.
I've been a fan of this place since the day I found it years back. It never seem to disappoint me when I visit. Coffee & Teas: Wide-selection and tasty coffee. I've tried more of the milk/shlag based coffee and they're amazingly good. Try Cubano Latte or the Cocciccino Bianco (spelling may be off-excuse me). My taste has gotten heavier though and off the sugar. I recently visited and got the Cafe Beethoven. I don't know if they made it wrong, but it was overly sweetened with the honey. I sent it back to ask for more coffee to balance it out, but it was still too sweet. Maybe my taste buds, but they re-made a new one less sweetened and it tasted perfect. But I wouldn't recommend that drink in particular. Desserts: Love their cheesecake. Tira Misu all the way! I've also tried their Red Velvet, which is pretty tasty. Food: I've never tried it here, but I see this place more of a coffee and dessert spot so I'll maybe try it one day.
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Saira K.
The perfect example of 'not really a European cafe but trying awfully hard.' You are offered a 50 page long Beverage book (menu). I had the frutti de bosca "fruit of the forest' expecting a tart, but it was a cake lacking flavor. Very blah. I was expecting something closer to the frutti di bosca tart I've had in Europe - made with lemon juice, vanilla, egg yolks, or often a lemon custard base. Disappointing. It was confusing what the general theme was - Italian, French, Austrian - nah..just a hodge-podge. I am giving 3 stars because it is huge, has lots of parking spaces, and you can relax and read. Service was inconsistent and aloof.
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Jen G.
My boyfriend used to live here and visited another one of their locations (maybe the original one?) so we stopped by on his recommendation. The place has great ambiance, and people were using it for various purposes ranging from date nights, night out with friends, to even a poker game! We stopped in for dessert and coffee on our way home from a night out while visiting town. We ordered a slice of carrot cake cheesecake and each got a hot coffee. Carrot cake cheesecake is kind of dry in the cakey bits but the cheesecake parts are pretty tasty. Slightly overpriced at $8 per slice. I would honestly try something else next time, there are SOOO many choices! I ordered a pumpkin latte, which had great flavor, but was really sweet. I'm definitely a cream and multiple sugars kind of girl, and it was too sweet for me. They add a really thick cream on the top, which remains even after you finish drinking the coffee beneath. I left that there because I was on sweets overload! My boyfriend got a butterscotch expresso, which was quite a bit larger than mine, but also very sweet. He could barely finish it. The butterscotch flavoring was really good, but a little overwhelming. The cream on his coffee was enough to be a separate treat for someone! I thought about having that boxed up to take home to the kids! Unique location, but I think I'll stick to the desserts or have them bring me my coffee unsweetened and without the fluff next time!
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Jai R.
I'm a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. It has the intimate atmosphere that I would imagine a small cafe in Italy to have. Each small table has its own candle to add light to the dim setting. The coffee and desserts are excellent. I have tried their food before and I was very pleased with their panini but I usually visit Intermezzo for their massive dessert and expresso selections. Cafe Intermezzo is excellent for small groups and intimate couples. The sound levels are low and the lighting is romantic. The parking at the Dunwoody Intermezzo is more ideal compared to Cafe Intermezzo in Buckhead. I much prefer the Dunwoody location.
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Miguel C.
This was really a nice find. A nice little cafe/restaurant with a theme centered around classical-music composers. Classy but casual. The food was wonderful. We had wine, seafood crepe, brie, seafood crepe, tiramisu, ... and did I mentioned the seafood crepe? :-) It was all really good and not too pricey. Extensive wine list in addition to an array of coffees. Interesting tidbit: We almost didn't go. When we arrived they had an alarm going off which they seemed unable to turn off. Fortunately they fixed it before we walked away.
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Dianna B.
None of my trips to Atlanta is ever complete without a trip to this restaurant. It is both intimate and open. Comforting and comfortable with food that is delicious and decadent. My favorite treat is the goat cheese medallions, these are lightly breaded and served in a red pepper sauce that is just to die for. Their coffees & teas are always right on the mark. Though sometimes the service is slow and cumbersome.
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Ana H.
I went on a date here and I absolutely loved it! The desserts were amazing and the waiter was simply so polite! I felt welcomed & I will be coming back soon
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Luhan C.
I tried this place for the first time since moving. We ended up here because Eclipse was closed and it was right next door. I was on an date and the ambiance was great for that. Our server was nice except his shirt was really dirty and every time he came back to our table I could not get past it. We had the goat cheese as a starter it was not out of this world delicious but it was yummy. I had the smoked salmon pasta and I enjoyed it but left my left overs behind (insert sad face) my date had the grilled salmon with wild rice he offered to let me taste but I felt like a piggy saying yes and since it was a first date I passed. The wine selection is extensive so you are not at a loss for pairings. We finished off our lunch with some coffee which I thought was delicious. I will return.
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Stacey P.
Let's be honest, a big reason most people dislike this place is because they hate themselves for behaving like pretentious Euro-trash wannabes. We all know damn good and well sometimes a cup of Folgers and a Little Debbie can't cut the mustard, so we decide to let our high brow flag fly, fight the bullshit traffic and overpay for coffee & cake. Life is grand! I can't decide if my main beef with Cafe Intermezzo is the paying for "ambiance" rather than food & drink or that the ambiance can't mask the fact that the service blows ass. They're open long hours probably because it takes an average of 5 hours to get a cup of coffee and a pastry. I realize this place isn't a Dunkin' Donuts, and you're supposed to utilize your time here like it's your own private piazza, well, in my private piazza, I like to eat, drink and make merry with my kinsmen in less than an hour and half. (I'm probably a jerk and a non-romantic, but I gots things to do!) They do have an extensive selection of coffee and dessert, but it's not worth the hassle of playing demolition derby around that pain in the ass mall and then waiting 11 hours for a cup of joe whilst you sit among the elite euro-trash wannabes. I'd rather get my coffee, my danish, my perfect-o panini and my wi-fi on at Panera Bread, where hat shit runs like clockwork. I'm not saying, I'm just saying.
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Cassie P.
I don't understand how they can't have a higher rating!!! The decor reminds you of a cafe you would see in Europe. Very sexy decor and lighting. (The owner is from Europe I believe) The customer service is EXCELLENT! I usually sit at the bar and all of the bartenders have amazing attitudes andd customer service skills. My favorite thing to get is the Chicken Duxelle Crepe in sun-dried tomato batter - a m a z i n g ! They have a huge variety of beverages - every kind of tea, coffee, cocktail, wine and alcohol. The dessert case has just about the same variety as the beverages. The ONLY reason they aren't getting a 5 star rating from me is because the bathrooms always seem to have paper towels all over the floor. Other than that it is a great restaurant for VERY reasonable prices.
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Han L.
I like this location better than midtown bc A. plenty of parking 4free. B. more spacious C. more outdoor seating D. across the street from the mall (woot woot, but ok, not that big of a deal) Intermezzo has great desserts; their fruit cakes and tira misu rocks my socks pretty hard. Food wise, it's pricey for what it is. 9 dollars for a panini, for example. It's filling and it's good, but is it really worth 9 dollars?! The turkey burger is good here. The bathroom talks to you. It took me by surprise and it's kind of awkward to be sitting on the potty and hear a man's voice there. Whatevs. I like the decor in the bathroom. I don't remember if it was just for show ( I don't think it was), but in the ladies' room, there's a huge velvet rope to pull to flush the toilet. Service is good. This is one of those places you go to for dates.
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Todd H.
My wife and i have been to this location many times, and like many other reviews here, the service it's almost always well below par. I never go in expecting great service. It's one of the only places to get a glass of "absinthe" around here, so i can put up with the arrogant wait staff. On our last visit we sat at the bar for drinks and cheesecake. The bartender insisted on calling everyone "baby". My wife ordered her cocktail with no problem, but when I ordered a glass of Pernod, I was told they didn't have it. I pointed out the bottle which was right behind the bartender, which seemed to be the first of many things to irritate her. After making her excuse, she pours it into a shot glass and slides it across the bar to me as if I were wearing spurs and a large Stetson. I APOLOGIZE and explain the correct way to serve "absinthe" , asking for their copper carafe or copper pot with ice water in it. This was a mistake. She immediately told me i was wrong and that they again "don't have that". She disappears for almost 20 minutes and comes back with two absinthe spoons, slides those across the bar and says "that's all we have". I tried to explain that at both locations I was given this copper pot with ice water. She then got so loud that everyone in the bar area is staring at us. A manager then comes over shoos her away and resolved the issue. After enjoying our drinks, we decided on a slice of cheesecake (which is always amazing). Cafe Intermezzo would be a great destination if only the service was overhauled. Food and drinks are great! Staff on the other hand is awful.
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Valarie G.
what a great spot for desserts and coffee! I love their outdoor seating. The service was a little slow but overall I was impressed with the extensive menu and the ambiance
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Stephen D.
Went here again last night with a couple of friends for some coffee and cheesecake. Once again the Coffee was great and the Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake is probably on my list of top 3 desserts of all time, but every time I come here I am amazed at how poor the service is. They weren't terribly crowded and our server was consistently nowhere to be found. It shouldn't be difficult to place an order at a restaurant. Our water glasses were empty the almost the entire night, after we got them of course. Our waiter had no sense of urgency and as I said was often times nowhere to be found. All three of us were looking around to flag him down to get our check. It's really unfortunate that the service here is so awful because if not for that it could easily be a five star establishment, but with service this poor and prices what they are I can't go higher than two stars.
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Jumi Y.
What happened, Intermezzo? I've been coming here since the late 90s, and now you go and break my heart. 3 because of our history, 1 for last visit, average=2 Good things first- -tons of parking even if you have to walk just a little bit - huge selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, etc. Even absinthe is on the menu. Their drink menu is really thick, and you could spend hours as train at it - lots of cheesecakes and deserts, although my understanding is that none of it is made there - they serve meals - good for lots of people - nice atmosphere Things that make me sad: - Food is mediocre and expensive for what it is. - Service has really gone south. I mean past Florida, south.. Occasionally, I've had the slacker waiter or waitress here, but none bad as this one guy. The last time I was here, I came with a group of 7. We wanted to hang out and get some dessert after dinner. We all ordered a hot chocolate type thing. Our first warning should have been when the waiter took 15 minutes to come to our table and another 15 to go find a match for the candle. He took our orders after knitting a sweater in the back or whatever he was doing. The Mexican hot chocolate I wanted was not available, so he suggested I get the white hot chocolate. Wrong recommendation for someone who ordered a dark chocolate drink. He was gone for about another 40 minutes, and we were finally able to find him and flag him down. When we asked about our drinks, and he stated that the barista was really busy and then went away. We waited a little bit more and we had to ask the manager about our drinks. He checked for us, and all our drinks came out within the minute. Now, I've had lukewarm drinks here, but every single one of our drinks was ice cold. The guy never apologized for the delay and about lying to us. He just walked away. What on earth? By this time, we were there 1.5 hours, so we opted to leave. The manger offered to make us new drinks but this was after we started to leave, and he also never apologized for the incident. I also noticed that all of this waiter's tables were still waiting for their food or drinks. I honestly thought that he really hated his job or something really bad happened to him that day. I would brush this off and not write about it if it were not for the manager's indifference to what happened. If I'm in this area again and need a place to chill with friends, I think I would opt for Taco Mac or maybe even Cheesecake. I'm still not sure if I would return to this Intermezzo again. If I do, I'll just get something that requires no prep.
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Terra C.
If you like desserts this is the place to be. Feels like you are in a little cafe in Europe. The coffee was delightful. I wish I could have tried everything on the menu so many choices. Decided on the cheesecake and was not disappointed. It was incredible.
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James K.
This restaurant has a lot of unrealized potential!! The deserts were delicious... That's the good. Now the Bad... the tables were not clean, neither was the dinner ware. Here's the Ugly... the service was the worst! I asked to have my table cleaned four times and the waitress claimed - after all the attempts - that she was not told. The waitress brought the wrong order twice, and got the bill wrong. I finally realized, same action, same results. So, I called for the Manager and at least got my to-go box. The service received was a real downer and I don't think I'll ever go to this place again. After all, hospitality is the point or desired point! Clean up your act Cafe Intermezzo, or leave it to the real professionals!
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Trey L.
I have lived in Atlanta a while and never went to Intermezzo until 8/23. The patio was perfect on a late summer night. I really like the decor inside with the dark maroons, browns, golds and chandeliers. Its a perfect date spot. I did not know their was savory food either. I had a Cafe Intermezzo which was good, I need to find a good non dairy alternative. WIth my morning coffee I use black coffee and a hot chocolate packet. She had a triple chocolate truffle hot chocolate. When it came out it looked awesome. When she dug in it looked awesome. When she gave me a taste it was awesome, but there was a whole lot of awesome. All that awesome got cold quick. Once it cooled you realized how rich is was and it wasn't so good anymore. She also ordered the chicken sausage cannolini. It was extremly cheesy and even better the next morning. The cakes all looked great but we only purchased a piece of Strawberry Layer cake to go. I have a thing for strawberries and most strawberry cakes are pink vanilla sponge and too sweet. Intermezzo's was a little tangy and the best strawberry layer cake I've had. I've had Whole foods (ATL,Houston) versions, the Dessert Gallery in Houston and Piece of Cake in Atlanta. Intermezzo's was the best. Great place for dinner or a late night drink, coffee, dessert. Remember ladies love sweets and the Dunwoody location is kinda hidden and cozy within a small outdoor upscale shopping center. Some people may consider it cliche because its been rapped about, but I liked it and will be back.
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Vivek A.
Love the hot chocolate and Boston cream cheesecake!
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Travis L.
I've been going to Cafe Intermezzo since 2008 when I used to live in the area. It has been (and still is) a go-to place for tea and dessert, especially after dinner when most places are closed. I actually really enjoy the concept, and I love that it is aspires to a classic vision of the cafe 18th-century style (the page on the back of the menu is priceless not to mention the European language lessons playing on loop in the bathrooms). I really enjoy the extensive tea selection (especially the rarer teas like the dung ting oolong and the pai mu dan white peony) and the coffees. Really great alongside the rotating dessert selections that are always in stock and can cater to any taste. I think serving alcohol is a smart move to attract a wider audience and for the later evening, but I think it clashes a tad with the atmosphere. It can get a little crowded this way (I feel like there might be too many tables sometimes crammed together, especially in the back), and I think it doesn't always suit people coming in to chat over coffee and tea. Over the last few times I've come, I've been disappointed by the service. I've had servers change multiple times, as well as a long wait time for just a pot of tea. Also, it's disappointing to have waiters not familiar with the menu however extensive it might be.
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Lana D.
There drink selection is huge. I finally found my drink and its called johannas (spell check pls). It has a scoop of ice cream in it. Their dessert/cakes aren't that good, too sweet for my taste buds. The ambience is loud but still romantic due to the dark lighting and French theme.
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Ava J.
If I could have given this place 0 stars I would have!!! I've eaten at the old Buckhead location, the new Midtown location and against better judgement met 3 girlfriends at the Dunwoody location for Sunday brunch. The only thing this place has going for it is it's outdoor patio seating. We were seated and waited 10+ minutes to even get water. Our server did come over to acknowledge us but didn't give her name or a greeting. She sees my friend's galaxy s3 phone and proceeds to tell us how she dropped hers the day before and it broke. Huh?? I don't care about your phone, honey, I'd like to give you my drink order. We see her mosey over to the table next to us that had just been seated and get their entire order while she chats, chats, chats. Mind you, we're still waiting on our water. We finally flag down another server and he brings us some. It amazes me that the servers don't help each other out, but this place is not known for customer service... So after waiting 45 minutes our specialty coffees arrive. Two of the three coffees were lukewarm. Not iced, not hot, but a paltry lukewarm. Ughh! We had to flag down our unattentive server to ask for hot coffees and she comes back, not with fresh hot coffee, but simply microwaved what we were previously served. I know this because the soy milk and whipped cream my friend poured into her drink were still there and melted and gross! Who microwaves dairy?? The coffee mugs were hot and the coffee itself still wasn't hot. By this time I've had enough and ask the hostess to send the manager over. We had been there for over an hour by then, didn't have drinks and our server still hadn't taken our order. We were only that patient because two of my girlfriends were getting back on the road to head to Florida and we were catching up about our weekend, otherwise I would have left. The manager came over, didn't seem very concerned, but brought fresh coffees. Our food came out within 15-20 minutes of ordering and the food was the best part. We never saw our server again until she dropped off our checks. No apology, no acknowledgment of wrongdoing, nothing. I can deal with less than average food if I experience great service. Or even better than average service. I cannot tolerate poor service, I'll take my money elsewhere. As someone who worked in the F&B industry for 10+ years I was appalled at the lack of customer service all around. I will never patronize Cafe Intermezzo again and I suggest you stay away too.
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Jon M.
Interesting and appealing starter selections, a diverse beverage menu - both with/without alcohol, delicious entrees, impressive dessert selection (frutti di bosco imported from Italy is not to be missed), a stellar coffee menu and a relaxing while immersive atmosphere make Cafe Intermezzo a fantastic dining or lounge option and repeat after repeat visit for me. The only thing that could make this place any better is by featuring coffee directly from Italy on a regular basis rather than occasional selection. It's nice to promote local business but Illy belongs here.
Go for dessert definitely (although the sizes the serve have gotten progressively smaller), coffee perhaps (I stick to the house coffee), the menu/food... no sir/ma'am :-)the food is real hit or miss!! Best bet have a great dinner elsewhere and end the evening here for a great ambiance and dessertt and nightcap!
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Van S.
Loved this place! The atmosphere, quality of service, and food was more than what I could have asked for. I felt very important and classy when I was dining in. Definitely plan on going back again.
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Quinn V.
This is a good place to meet up friends after dinner. We don't usually go here for food, and strangely enough not for the coffee either. It's usually late (past 8pm) when we are here so coffee isn't usually on our mind. It is always packed. Usually there is a line. On this particular night, we ordered: Strawberry hazelnut crepes: crepes was too thick. I like my crepe light and fluffy. Chicken jambalaya was much too salty. Strawberry margarita was so sweet, I had to dilute it with water. Belgian hot chocolate: this is a must. Not too sweet, just right. The ambience is nice if you are in the right mood, otherwise it is too noisy to carry on a good conversation. I think it's a bit trendy and over rated for the most part. However, this place is convenient if you are in the perimeter area.
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Paige N.
Oh Cafe Intermezzo - how highly can I sing your praises? Granted, I've only been a few times, and only for coffee and dessert, but I couldn't be happier with each experience. Tell me honestly, how could you not like a place with a dessert case so large and varied that they hire a person specifically to stand there and explain to mystified diners what each sweet confection actually is? If you raised your hand, you my friend, are a liar or perhaps just a person without a soul. Either way... Anyway, everytime I return to Cafe Intermezzo, I'm again impressed how extensive the drink menu is. Coffee concoctions are the main claim to fame (even the devilishly rich and thick Turkish coffee is represented), but they also offer teas (all types you've heard of or not), alcoholic goodies (wine, mixed drinks, champagne and even absinthe - not kidding!), virgin drinks and more. Customization of each drink is also a high point: want your coffee decaf, skim milk, a double shot, or extra whip cream? No problem - they're here to serve. And then there are the desserts - what really makes Cafe Intermezzo a standout. Fun fact: the reason all the deserts are all done with equal expertise is because the geniuses (and I say this with sincerity) behind the restaurant sought out the best desserts from multiple sources in the city and bring them in fresh every day. How smart is that? Somebody was thinking that day! The ambiance of each Intermezzo is slightly different but I really enjoyed my latest trip to the Ashford Dunwoody location (although the company might have swayed my opinion slightly). Since the weather's been killing it lately (I love you early spring weather, please repeat for many springs to come!), we sat outside on the patio surrounded by other people with the same love of the outdoors. Pollen be damned - if there's a patio and a decent day, I'll be there! So we flipped through the phone book that is Cafe Intermezzo's drink menu (the number of choices is in the hundreds, I'm sure), and on the second attempt at taking our order the waiter succeeded and we both ordered the suisse mocha coffees. Then came the even more delightful yet difficult part - choosing just a dessert or two although they all looked incredible. Tough choices indeed. Two giant dessert cases show off all the goods: one contains cheesecakes and the other contains all the other cakes. Cheesecake was ruled out almost immediately (if you're gonna have cheesecake, go to the Cheesecake Factory), and we were free to focus on the first case. A berry covered something-or-other quickly caught my eye along with a candy cane striped cake with raspberry sauce. The "cake tour guide" informed us the former was the most popular dessert on the menu "Frutti di Bosco" and made in-house everyday with a recipe direct from Italy. The second was a raspberry tiramisu. I had no idea such a delight even existed! Had to try them both. Obviously. No matter there were only two of us. Had to. The coffees came out first and at first, I didn't really taste the Swiss chocolate very strongly. Silly me - I needed to stir it! All the chocolate was melting happily away in the bottom of the cup. Once I stirred that bad boy up a bit, it was some of the best mocha / hot chocolatey coffee I've had (making it with milk always makes it better too). Then our desserts arrived. Let me tell you, Cafe Intermezzo isn't stingy with their dessert - these were very healthy portions of both the bosco di frutti and the tiramisu. And do you even need to ask if they tasted as good as they looked? No, you do not. You already know the answer. Divine! Gorgeous presentation and equally wonderful taste. If you haven't yet experienced the dessert and coffee joy that is Cafe Intermezzo yet, run - don't walk - to the nearest location and partake of the sugary, caffeinated goodness!
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Kwame O.
I have been to cafe intermezzo for years . I can tell you it's the only coffee house that have the most extensive menus drinks in Atlanta. They have it all plus alcohol and coffee liquors. The ambiance of the place is amazing. It a great to take friends or even dates to. Weekends are always the busiest and the wait times are not too crazy like the peach tree at location. Service is a hit and miss. One week you can get a great server and the other not so good. But the pass few times I have been there the service have been great. Another great thing about this place is there desserts . I believe they have over 40 cakes , pies , and cheesecakes. I have tried almost everything . Food is limited and expensive . I only have the crapes , it was not bad.
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Kathy H.
I live practically down the street, so it's hard not to stop by. We use to meet up here rather it's a first date or just meeting up with friends. They close late so we never have to worry about them kicking us out. Sometimes, we'll start off with the spinach artichoke cheese dip. I normally order a light entree like their chicken panini or turkey croissant stuffed with cheese and cucumbers. Both, comes with one mini side dish. FYI, Halfoffdepot.com tend to have great voucher deals for this place.
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Ruksana H.
This is the location I visit the most, somehow it is convenient to most friends living north of the city and they always have space to seat even though they look like they are bursting at the seams. Love the Euro cafe style interiors. their dessert and drink selections are good. Always ended up here for desserts but actually made it here a few times for lunch meetings and it isnt bad at all, food is good here and decently priced. Service might be slow on weekends but thats a given when there is a crowd. This space has outdoor seating too and lots of parking. I love the crabcakes here and hot chocolate and any of their dessert selections. Waiters are always happy to help with suggestions if you will let them know what you are in the mood for!
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Vee V.
I just like to come here to sit, chit chat, and enjoy some overpriced coffee and cake. I've never come for food, and service has always been subpar, but it's a nice late night place to go when you don't want to do the loud scene. Great in the summer when you can sit outside. cake selection is huge and they have the best tiramusu.
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Apryl E.
Cafe Intermezzo is the perfect date place. It's extremely romantic and intimate, but unfortunately very tight- especially if you're seated next to the dessert display case. I truly enjoyed my meal which was the tortellini (and some of my date's risotto....ssssshhhhh!). The glass of pinot grigio I had was the best ever. I guess I'm a weirdo because the 2 times I've had dessert there, I've been terribly UNDERwhelmed. I could have easily made that strawberry cake with strawberry frosting myself with the help of Betty Crocker. I think the desserts are overrated, but I do love the ambiance of this restaurant.
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Nisreen S.
Once again, I'm stuck between a 3 and a 4. I really wish we could put .5's! This place always keeps me coming back with their fantastic coffee menu and delicious oreo cheesecake. Service is always slow. Out of the 7 or 8 times I've been there, my server went missing nearly every single time. Service is very slow and rather unfriendly, but if you're with good company and really enjoy coffee and dessert, this place is still worth a visit. Lunch/Dinner choices are about average, with Panera/Cafe quality and neither WOW nor disappoint. My favorite are their Panini's! Now...where this place really shines!! Their cappuccino/coffee menu is much larger than their regular lunch/dinner menu. It offers something for everyone. I highly recommend the cappuccino with nutella in it. I forget the name, starts with a B...but it's their most popular one, so the server will surely know which one you're talking about. You can also take a "dessert tour" while they are making your cappuccino. An attendant tells you about all the wonderful desserts they have to offer. Their cakes are okay, but their cheesecakes are phenomenal! Especially the oreo cheesecake, yum! Parking could be hard to find on some busy nights, but it's free, and you eventually find parking within 5-10 minutes. This is a great place to catch up with an old friend, or be "out-late" without going anywhere crazy.
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Melanie S.
They have a lot of desserts, none are house made so they can be hit or miss. The drinks menu is extensive but I was amazed when the bartender could not make an Irish coffee even though it is on the menu. And with instruction, it was still bad, the coffee was luke warm and the cream was too thick.
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Bethany V.
About a year or so ago I left Cafe Intermezzo a bad review; which was mostly based on the service and how terrible it was. Well after a year of staying away my husband and I decided to try Intermezzo again as Alon's was closed for Yom Kippur. I was pleasantly surprised with the staff! We were seated and water came almost immediately followed by a server to get our order. The food was still only okay but the dessert was AMAZING as usual. I was highly satisfied with our experience and would gladly return!
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Neriyah J.
I find myself back at this location bc i do try to avoid downtown atlanta like the plague-The service is not as good as the downtown location-the selection of desserts is not the same-i probably get what i am craving 1 out of 10 times here..they do have a nice ambience but everything else is just ok--the nutella hot chocolate though? Now that's on point! lol I loved the old peach tree rd location but the service at the new location is so much better than the ashford dunwoody location so its worth the drive-and they have a wider selection of desserts!
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Jolie C.
I was so excited to try Cafe Intermezzo, so I brought my Grandmother here after picking her up from the airport for what I hoped would be a good breakfast. Nice area. Easily accessible. Free parking. Terrible service and terrible food. The restaurant was not clean. The chair I sat in had something sticky on it, and it was replaced, but I didn't see the man wipe off the dirty one. The mirrors weren't clean, and when I went to the restroom, there was a old drink glass from the night before. I had eggs benedict and there was nothing remotely fresh about any of it. A cheap, cold English emuffin. A thin slice of sandwich meat ham layered on top. Old poached egg on top, with some packaged hollandaise on top. Potatoes were decent. Granny had sweet potato pancakes and added eggs and sausage. Pancakes had a weird aftertaste-- my sweet potato pancakes taste better. I was impressed with the drink menu, and it's likely that there are other things on the menu that are not so bad, but I won't be back to find out. Dirty. Bad food. Poor service. No thanks.
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Henry T.
I came here once for dinner and once for dessert. It's definitely a very romantic spot, albeit on the very "dimly lit" side to put it nicely. We had to take turns using the candle to read the book, I mean menu. It's quite an extensive list, dare I say too long, with pages and pages of drinks and dessert choices. Dinner is not a reason to go here. Nothing special about the dinner menu. I got the lasagna which was good, but not the best I've had. The drinks and desserts, however, are special as there are many choices that you will not find elsewhere. I got the gingerbread drink which was delicious! I would highly recommend trying it, although I do wish it were served a little warmer. My fiance ordered the lemonade but had to send it back twice because it was not sweet at all. The gelato's are also unique in that they are served in the respective fruit ordered. For example, I ordered the pineapple gelato, so it came in a small pineapple. Our waiter was very polite, although he mentioned in the beginning that he was in training, so he might have been trying harder that night than on any other night. Still, I cannot fault him for that. I just hope he continues to treat customers the way he treat us that night. On a warmer day, the outside patio would be a nice place to sit. Both times I've gone it's been on the chilly side. The first time we went it was pretty late on a Thursday night, but there were still plenty of people there. When we left around 11pm, the place was still pretty crowded. Overall, I had a positive experience there. I would come back to try the desserts and the book of drinks which range from your average beer and wine to high alcohol leveled beer, liquers, and absinthe. This restaurant gets 3 stars for the food and ambiance plus one star for the service.
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Karie L.
The food was amazing, but for some reason this time around the service was lacking. Every time we looked for our waiter he was sitting at a table of women "talking" We usually have good food and good service, I def recommend this place! There is something for everyone. You can order from the entire menu all day, Quite the drink menu! And as a bonus, they do groupon type discounts all the time, so you can save some money and have an amazing end to the night :)
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Nate R.
Been here a handful of times now. I'm not over the top about Cafe Intermezzo, but it's not a bad place to go if you want to eat outside and have a couple drinks. They have a fantastic drink menu, ranging from hot chocolates to after dinner drinks, which serves as a highlight along with the dessert selection. Dessert isn't a menu, it's a display case with cheesecakes on one side, and cakes, pies, etc on the other. A staff member explains what each one is and makes recommendations. You get a large slice of whatever you choose. Last time I had the key lime pie, before that the oreo cheesecake. Both were delicious. If they stuck to drinks and dessert, they would be killing it. The food menu isn't overly large - it's a mix of sandwiches and pastas, with breakfast served all day. Probably a menu more appropriate to lunch than dinner, but it's decent enough. Had the Parisian sandwich last time, which was good without being memorable. Service is extremely slow - never gotten out of here in under 2 hours. Just moves at a different pace. Which wouldn't be too bad, except he seating is not awesome. It's crammed, and the tables/chairs are not what you would call comfortable, especially if you're going to be in them for a long time (see: service). Overall, if you're sticking to dessert or drinks, you're going to do well. If you're looking to eat, there are probably better options.
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Dee P.
I came here on Monday with a friend and we sat on the indoor/outdoor patio which was very nice. I ordered the Parisian Turkey sandwich with beets and feta as my side. The sandwich was delicious! The croissant was flaky and fresh and the turkey and brie was warmed perfectly. I liked the beets but I don't care for feta (too strong of a cheese) personally. The service was good; we had a moment of hysteria with a crying baby, so it was a wait before we saw our server again for us to ask for our check (surprised she wasn't running over with it sooner!) but other than that everything was pleasant and everyone was polite.
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Bianca C.
Four stars mostly because the desserts are awesome! Not because of the food I've had there in particular. They have a large assortment of cakes,etc that are always nice and moist. The large drink selection is also spot on- hot and cold alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. On to the food...I'd give then four stars for the soups I've had, the butternut soup is amazing and inspired me to make my own at home, and the lentil bean is good. On the other food, I'd stick to the pasta dishes. I had the mango chicken wrap once: it had too much liquid and sweetness and I didn't taste the curry mayo or cayenne that was supposedly in it. Stay away from the blue cheese coleslaw!
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Louise S.
This is THE seal the deal date Dessert spot, but it's also great for hanging out after dinner with friends when you dont want the chatting to end just yet, perfect for coffee and cakes with the ladies midweek and probably a billion other scenarios when you want to tickle that sweet tooth. The drink menu is extensive, pages and pages of mixed drinks, teas, coffees, herbal and fruit infusions, steamed milk, juice if it come sin a glass or a cup they probably do it. The cakes and cheesecakes and pies are all on display at the front and it;s better to check them out yourself because they rotate and change so there's usually something new to try or a twist on your favourite flavours. The regular savoury food is kind of meh, but when the drinks and desserts are this good i really don't care
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Amanda D.
I finally got to do the whole ~~romantic~~ thing here, but after I had already downed creme brulee. I probably could have eaten cake anyway, but I prevented myself from allowing this to happen. This of course means that I finally ordered a coffee related drink here. This is where that sparsely seen service comes in handy. If you want to get through 398273 pages of a menu and make a decision, you're gonna need that server to take his/her sweet time. I finally decided on the gianduja cappuccino, aka there's Nutella in my coffee. The problem now with this service is that this drink then sat on the counter for a number of minutes, and I was not aware of this until the end, when I had no choice but to scoop the Nutella sitting on the bottom into my mouth with a spoon. I probably should have stirred it up before, but I was in a food coma and brain function was at a minimum. It was still good, even if it only tasted slightly of Nutella until I made it all about eating Nutella. And then another problem. I had no water since we hadn't seen the server since he finally bothered to drop the drinks off, and my throat felt like it does now that I'm sick (except in a good way because HELLO I just had like 4 teaspoons of Nutella). Thankfully when we caught him he brought water and the check relatively quickly so I didn't start coughing like a maniac in candlelight. I think I would go with another coffee and dessert romantic time situation here, cause I'm not paying $5.30 for my own drink unless it comes with alcohol. Yes I am being like that. #Yelp365 - 58/365
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Erik B.
Now, I got a chance to grade you guys. I went to this place with my girl friend to meet some friends. me and 5 of my friends ordered coffees and cheesecakes. My gurl friend was hungry and she wanted to have a cup of tomato soup. Server told her to order another soup or order salad, and server said tomato soup might not be as fresh as the other flavor soup. My girlfriend ordered anyway. She got her tomato soup that wasn't suggested by the server and finished eating it. 10 mins later we had to leave the place because she didn't feel very well. When we arrived home, she got worst. l left her and went to pharmacy in the middle of the night to get some stuff to make her stomach better. when I came back home , she was in the restroom on the floor with a pain.I ve called my doctor friend to get help. My friend said it was the vegetable (tomato soup) . This location is not doing great anymore since they have franchised this location and have changed the crew. Now, they can suffer with the way they do business.
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Taylor R.
This is my favorite place to hang out with my girlfriends. It has very nice atmosphere and good sweet deserts. I especially love their coffee Latte! I recommend to give it a try because you might find a new hang out place...
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Matt A.
I have been here once before and I did like it. This visit was not great. It toke the waiter 15 minutes to take a small order of three coffees and one crepes. We got the coffees but it took them 20 minutes to bring out crepes.
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Jenita B.
The meal was fantastic and my server Joshua was awesome. The gluten free cheesecake was absolutely delicious! I like the Ashford Dunwoody location much better than Midtown.The staff, minus bartender, was a bit rude and unfriendly when I visited the Midtown location. The vibe here is peaceful.
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Linda J.
Cafe Intermezzo... I actually dread going to this place (at any location) because their cakes are always stale, service is usually bad (whether it's busy or not), and nothing they serve satisfies my taste buds. Aside from last night I haven't been to this location in ten years or more. It hasn't changed much except the wait was longer and a lot more painful (again, 105 degree day... probably close to 90 when we were outside waiting). Those people that sat on the patio must have really wanted their coffee. The service was just okay. We ordered a coffee beverage and talked for a long time. It was almost closing time and our waiter just vanished. Which wasn't the biggest deal because we were having a good time but dude, check up on us. Give us the head nod... something. The ladies room... was as gross as one of the scariest, grossest gas station bathrooms I had to use on the way back from Portland. The kind that's on the side and to the rear of the gas station. The one where you need a key to enter and you think of that scene of "Candyman" and hope no one murders you in there before you walk in. You also don't touch anything (I've become an expert use your foot for everything person) and hold your breath like you're on Fear Factor. I had to choose between disgusting stall #1 with no toilet paper (unless you count the wads that were overflowing out of the commode) and disgusting stall #2 that had the spare toilet paper holder thing a million miles away from the gross commode again with wadded up toilet paper all up in it. I felt like I was in some twisted "fancy" porta potty situation. I know it's busy but that's NO excuse. You know people are drinking and they're going to have to use the facilities. Wipe the counters, restock the toilet paper, and pretend to clean a bit. Not even really clean but frat house clean. You feel me? I mean you are trying to be fancy pants coffee and it's really not even good so at least don't gross me out with the restroom. That and they abruptly lit up the place at the end of the night. Not cool when my eyes were enjoying the dimly lit situation for hours... Sometimes I feel this place is only popular because the restaurants in that same strip mall don't serve coffee. Coincidence?
I wish I could give this place half a star. I hadn't been in a year or two which gave me enough time to forget why it had been so long, only took about 5 minute to remember why I never ever come here. For starters, the place had maybe 3-4 tables being sat at but it took the hostess at least 5 minutes to find our party of 7 a table. We passed by several 4 sided tables that could have easily been pushed together (2 together would have been more than ample), but instead we were put in the back by the restrooms at 3 hightop tables that each barely sit 2 comfortably. Before I could voice the better option, our hostess had disappeared. Drinks and 2 slices of cake took entirely too long to get there. When the cakes finally arrived the chocolate banana pie was completely frozen in the middle. Don't expect anything to be made in house or fresh here. By the time our waitress finally came around, the pie was almost defrosted (nicely played, Intermezzo!) Great place for a date with someone you don't find very attractive. The lighting is so dim I couldn't read the 30 page menu. Didn't help that it was in size 4 font. The only reason why I would bother giving Cafe Intermezzo half a star is because we had the pleasure of bumping into the Hawks' Zaza Pachulia, who is also half a star.
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Alyx K.
I would have to agree with everyone else's reviews that the service is terrible. And by terrible I mean terrible. I am a regular at intermezzo, but I am very specific in how i come. I always ask for a table near the wall because these teeny tiny tables are packed so close together people are elbow to elbow. I am always ready to order as soon as the server comes by for the first time: an Egyptian Chamomile tea (very good, most definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a non alcoholic hot beverage) and either the strawberry nutella crepe, mango sorbet, or red velvet cake depending on my mood. When the server is dropping off our drinks, I ask for the check and try to pay cash, that way I'm not stuck in the awkward limbo at the end where the conversation with the person you came with has ended and you're both sitting there awkwardly continually repeating "where is our server? is it that guy? no...wait." The drink list is extremely extensive, almost to the point it hurts them more than it helps them. They have a glass case displaying the cakes/desserts and a nearby server will give you a guided cake tour which is nice. I would definitely not recommend the food here. I have gotten a sandwich or salad a few times and each time it was overpriced, under portioned, and not good. The last time I grabbed a bite here, I got food poisoning and since then have opted to never eat the food. So what's the reason I keep coming back? The atmosphere is really nice. All the tables have white tablecloths and glass tops. Small vases with pink carnations and a candle atop every table. The lighting is very dim, almost romantic. It is a good place to just sit and talk with a friend for a while. So while I'll probably continue to visit here and stick to my cup of tea and safe dessert, I would recommend people stray from ordering food here or expecting too much out of their server. -A
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Steve V.
Cafe Intermezzo is probably my favorite sit-down dessert place, especially when I have friends in town. The Buckhead location may be slightly better but a pain to get to and park, so I decided to go to the Perimeter Mall location on this trip. Ambiance: I will list this first since this really stands out compared to other dessert places. It is always busy here. The set-up is really cool - you feel like you are in Europe. There are cool wall hangings, sculptures and busts of half-nude women. They even have french lessons over the loud speaker in the bathroom! There are multiple rooms within the restaurant adorned with nice archways, glass-frosted doors and fountains. Food: This is the biggest draw...that is, if you love cake! There are two huge display cases, each holding over 20 cakes....I would say they must have nearly 40-50 cakes/pies to order. One case tends to be heavy on all different kinds of cheesecake (NY style, mocha, Kahlua, pumpkin, etc.); the other case is a mix of fruit-filled cakes (including a famous European imported fruit tart), chocolate mouse cakes and other layer cakes. You really can't beat the selection. Granted when you have this many cakes, some are going to better than others..it all depends on your palate, but I love trying a different slice each time. A little pricey at about $8 a slice, but you are paying for the ambiance. I usually get a few slices (depending on the # of people I am with) and share. They also have a lunch/dinner menu with sandwiches and pasta dishes among other items. Drinks: An amazing drink menu. There is a full bar. There are dozens of coffee drinks to pick from: with drip vs. espresso, with every imaginable flavor addition, cold or hot, whipped cream or not, etc. etc. There is also a very long tea list, hot chocolates, alcoholic coffees. Staff are friendly. There are employees that stand in front of the cake case and know every detail of every cake. Really impressive. I definitely recommend a visit to either this location or the Buckhead location...see which you like better.
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Douglas O.
This Cafe is not as "cool" as the other, but the additional space indoors and outdoors, proximity to work, makes this my preference for a coffee break (non chain ie starbucks). A quick bite for lunch allows me to make the most of a short break from the tasks at hand. The Toffee-Chino something is one of my favorites, though a tad too sweet at times, have to ask for a little less syrup. Breakfast crepes are light and full of flavor.
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Steve S.
I am a GIGANTIC Cafe Intermezzo fan. I have been one of their biggest out-of-state ambassadors for years. How delighted I must have been to finally move to ATL and be able to come here every day if I wished! Nope. Not at all.. At least, with this location. I had family in town, and decided to show off this location to help prove all the positive remarks I had been making about it for years and years. Only four people in the place on a Saturday afternoon. One couple, and two fairly attractive girls at the bar. No servers or staff to be found, except for one young guy at the bar talking with the girls. We sat down next to them and waited. And waited. Made eye contact with the guy. And waited. After 15 minutes of trying to get his attention, we got up to leave. As we were leaving, one of the girls says "Shouldn't you help them?" We never heard a response behind us. What a nightmare. Never again. The location is perfect and beautifully decorated. The menu and offering is top shelf. The service.. the worst I've encountered in Atlanta to date.
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Vivian W.
I'm seriously considering a personal mission to try every cake this place offers...unfortunately this mission has hampered by the fact that I can't help but get my favorites when I'm standing there looking at the cake display. I'll admit I haven't tried any of their actual food-menu items, but the cakes are totally worth a trip. I def. swing by to pick up a few slices to-go whenever I pass by...the tiramisu here is AMAZING. According to the dude behind the counter they import it from Milan (rolls eyes*) - whatever, it's delicious. They've also got a rasberry flavored tiramisu and their red velvet cake is spot-on. On occasion they've got hazelnut/chocolate cakes that are pretty rich, but not nauseatingly so (imo). My only gripe - their to-go system takes too long, I want my cakes faster! PS - there is free wifi and they are totally fine with you hanging out with your laptop enjoying your cake/drink during the day.
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Philip D.
What happened to this formerly nice place? Returned after a couple of years to find food fair but overpriced and customers allowing kids to scream, run around place and disrupt everything. The staff just lets the insane parents and kids run free. They should rename this Chucky Cheese
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Jennifer G.
I was stunned to discover that this place has 3 other locations in Atlanta when I searched for it on Yelp. Stunned because in the 20 months I've lived in Atlanta, this is the worst restaurant I've visited. No, I didn't really expect a Viennese style coffee house in Atlanta (even though I lived in Vienna and would know the real thing). I did expect a place pretty much dedicated to coffee and desserts to have decent coffee and desserts. They have an unbelievable selection. Too bad every dessert falls somewhere between bland and blah. I've had Entenmann's cakes with more flavor. Whatever you do, don't order actual food here. How you screw up a turkey club panini is beyond me, but whatever sauce they put on it was some of the grossest stuff I've ever eaten. On the weekends, this place is packed so be prepared for a wait if my review doesn't knock some sense into you and you decide to go somewhere else.
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Michelle K.
I went here with some friends for a late night Friday night dessert and coffee run. I was expecting to wait 30 minutes or more but we were seated within 10 minutes of arrival. Our server greeted us promptly and made sure we had both the dessert and drink menus. The four of us ended up getting food vs dessert. I must say that the baked brie was amazing!! The appetizer consisted of baked brie, honey, garlic pepper, parsley and the perfect amount of brown sugar with water crackers on the side. It was the perfect late night snack. Our friends ordered the French toast with strawberries and powdered sugar. My date had the chai latte, and although I am not a fan of chai, it tasted pretty darn good. Cafe Intermezzo serves their tea in a press, which is quite a unique feature & standard here. Our server - as busy as he was - always made sure that we were taken care of. Cafe Intermezzo never fails in providing a pleasing ambiance with high quality food an beverages. The only reason I gave them 3 stars is because the server and waiter could not coordinate our seating arrangements. We ended up walking a circle around the entire restaurant before being seated. But... the baked brie made up for everything negative. #Yelp 365- 23/365
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Cindy W.
I celebrated my New Years at Cafe Intermezzo. Read my review for the Peachtree Rd location: This location looks a lot classier (Greek statues with and without fountain, amphora-shaped lamps, Greek columns, low lighting...) than the Peachtree location....and I would recommend dressing up slightly. It's Cafe Intermezzo. C'mon. At each table, there is a carnation, a candle, and a cup of sugar (and I eat them like horses.... Watch out diabetus, I'm coming for you!!) They give you two menus, one complete, one of food. They are true Jack of All Trades, master of none. However, I DO really like their teas and presentation too- a pot and cup, beautiful. As usual, I followed my own advice: 1) Expect service as sparse and slow as Europe 2) Only order coffe/tea and dessert (fantastic mimosas too) 3) Warn your date beforehand he will be hella surprised by the tab (and not in a good way) What actually transcribed: 1) Service was actually spot on this time, but we saw Emily about 4 times. 2) Ordered Raspberry Truffle Hot Chocolate ($5.90), Spanish Mocha ($5), Frutti Di Bosco ($7.85, their "signature", has won several awards back in the day), and the Tiramisu Cheesecake ($7.85) 3) Yeah. He knew he was in a world of hurt. 4) New rule: add sugar cubes first so it dissolves and stir constantly so there's not a mountain of sugar for the last sips. --------------------------------------------------Â--------------------- 4) Countdown to New Years was controlled; everyone stared at the employees. 5) 12:16 am, soopa doopa fabulous employee gives Tyra a strut for her catwalk down each lane and wishes everyone a happy new years. An Indian guy was on the side and knew only cheesecakes but was a sweetheart and explained everything carefully for my date (first timer, you see), cake girl ignored us for 5 minutes before helping us, but she was nice. The Bosco slice was smaller than Peachtree's, so I finished mine easily. My Spanish mocha was lukewarm; Starbucks serves their's 3x as large, hot and with a warning. Unacceptable and insulting, Cafe Intermezzo. I was also upset that their cup of coffee couldn't fit 2 of my tiny fingers inside the handle, so I had to -awkwardly- wrap my hand around it like a mug and uncomfortably sip....and when I got to the last few sips, there was the most disagreeable gritty foam like substance at the bottom, like powdered coffee mix (not sugar either). As I finished my slice and my small cup of coffee, I ate about an inch off of my date's cheesecake. The rum/coffee "soaked" lady fingers were dry, which meant it was either frozen before, not fresh, or not prepared traditionally. Later I found out they get desserts pre-made and frozen. I loved the atmosphere and my date, but Cafe did not perform. I actually felt really sick after all the desserts and coffee. Sugar coma, yes yes. Diabetus, I might be closer than I thought.....
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Zagreus A.
After many years away from one of my favorite old haunts, it was comforting to see that some things don't change so much. Granted., since the last time I was here, they expanded nex door, they added wi-fi and their booklet of coffees and drinks now includes energy drinks... However the wait staff till features cool people from foreign countries, a fairly Euro-Bohemian feel and a slide show in one alcove... Frankly the last reviewer said it all and said it well. No longer single, me and my buddy now came with our wives and shared salads and goat cheese appetizers. It was wonderful.
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Kirk P.
Have always enjoyed Cafe Intermezzo when it was a special little place on Peachtree Street. After last night, I'm feeling like the magic is gone, the place feels like when you go into any of hundreds of Hard Rock Cafe's .... there once was one that meant something ... and now they are just forgettable reproductions. The Cafe has, as one reviewer put it, become "flippant" ... too busy to care ... arrogantly unconcerned with service. It was hard to believe, but we sat at a bar and never were greeted or served. We then moved to our table (that did not take a very long time to get). We were met by a server who took drink orders. And then never returned. A manager walked by and we stood and said we just had to leave and he said OK. He could not have cared less. So, good for them for being so busy that they can become cavalier. Bad for us because it's not special anymore. Now it's just where the lemmings go because 1) it's open late 2) you can be as weird as you want 3) you may get served fast enough not to become angry. With that appeal, we'll look elsewhere. Atlanta's growing and restaurant nightlife evolves rapidly. One day, that manager may care.
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Alfie A.
Menu has a variety of brunch like meals. Breakfast is served all day long (if I recall correctly) variety of creeps, sandwiches and some pasta options. A great drink menu of both alcoholic and non alcoholic and coffee beverages. We ordered the Tuna Melt, Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken, and Nutella Banana Crepes. Tuna was served cold like a tuna salad sandwich and the cheese wasn't even melted. We had to send it back for them to create a true tuna melt with MELTED cheese. Crepe was hard and flakey. The nutella and banana crepes are much better at IHOP for probably half the price. We told the manager of the concern with the flakey and hard crepe. Spinach strawberry salad with warm goat cheese patties with chicken was really delicious and is highly recommended. Note that the chicken was served room temp and not warm. Other than that this salad was really good. The service requires heavy improvement. We were there on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm, clearly after the heavy brunch crowd. We waited at least 45 minutes for our food to be served. Our server said they were extremely busy but from our view the restaurant appeared to be half way full. Didn't seem like a legitimate reason for our order to take so long. Our meal plan was to order light to save room for dessert and coffee. But after such a long wait for our meals we figured it would take them a while to cut a slice of our cake for our dessert order. We decided to bail and skip dessert all together. From a price standpoint, I would say it's average but my 2 star rating is a reflection of the lack luster service and the not so pleasing tuna melt and hard and flaky crepe. The manager comped the tuna melt which was an appreciated gesture. The ambience inside is cozy with dark maroon decor and the outside patio is an appealing part of this restaurant assuming temp is no more than 80 degrees outside. Had our 3 year old daughter with us and the wrought iron patio furniture isn't too comfortable for toddlers. No booths indoors and a number of tables with high pub chairs, not ideal for toddlers. I have been here before for after dinner dessert and coffee. Night environment is a little more bustling with a diverse crowd. If this review was limited to their coffee/dessert menu and experience, I would give it 3 stars. Would I go back? Yes, for the beverage and dessert menu only.
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Giang-Ha S.
The only reason I'm giving this place two stars is because of the cake and drinks. Service as always is horrible. I've been here so many times and each time I thought the service wuld change or get better. But yet, it has not improve. The serve that served us was completely rude and unwelcoming. Took him atleast 15 minutes to greet us and give us our water. For goodness sake. Its water!! Also, he pushed our table without saying anything first. If you want us to shift, just say so. He doesn't have to be rude. After we put in our order, it took another 30 minutes for it to come out. Overall, experience was horrible. Our server did not act welcoming or was being attentive to his customers. Would I come back? probably not, but because of the cake. I might.
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Lauren H.
Love this restaurant! This is one of the few full-service restaurants in the area with genuinely late hours...something my boyfriend and I appreciate thanks to a bizarre work schedule. We like being able to just drop by at midnight or 1 a.m. and the kitchen will still be open. The first time I visited Cafe Intermezzo I was overwhelmed by the massive drink menu... pretty much any cocktail, tea or coffee you could think of was on it. It's one of the few places we can order an actual Turkish coffee (if you're into that sort of thing). They also have an excellent offering for food, although not quite as extensive. I've never eaten or drunk anything here that I've been disappointed by. Sometimes the service is slow but I still give Cafe Intermezzo 5 stars because of their hours, their selection and the unique atmosphere. It's definitely a for any occasion sort of restaurant.
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Fabian W.
I love this place. The desserts and hot chocolates are so decadent.
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Ryan C.
Great food and even better desserts. Love the Cozy dark intimate feel.
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Annette S.
It was my first time here. I have been waiting there for more than 10 minutes but no one came to take care of me. Finally I was able to order a suisse mokka. But it was too sweat. But the food is better than the service after all.
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Gloria M.
This place has yummy cakes but horrible horrible service. It took them abt 20 minutes to get me my cake, which just needs to be plated btw, and it was the wrong cake. Then since it was so cold outside, we moved inside and the server took forever to get our table a glass of water. This place needs to up its game on its service. And the worst of it all, as if it could get any worse, the wine glass they gave us had lipstick on it; our server was too busy chatting so we had to flag another server down to get us another dirty glass. Extremely disappointed in the service and I really used to love coming here for dessert + coffee.
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Shazia T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. It's a perfect way to end the day if you want a chill night with whoever you're with. This is my favorite location because parking is free and it's more convenient location-wise. I love the ambiance inside. The desserts are up on display and I have to try to stop myself from drooling all over the floor. This place is really good for drinks and dessert, though they have real food if you want it. Their menu changes periodically, so some items may not be available all the time. - Roasted eggplant soup - absolutely LOVE it! yum in the tum - Grilled cheese - they use good cheese (not nasty American) - Veggie burger - good - Walk on the Beach - virgin drink; didn't care for it much - Mexican Hot Chocolate - my fave drink!! I'll get it, no matter how full I am. - Some Indian-type tea/chai - I forgot which one I got, but it was good. - German chocolate cake - sooooooooo good! - Raspberry chocolate cake - really good and rich!
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Christina T.
wow intermezzo you really dropped the ball. my boyfriend and I walked in to a short line. When we got up to the host stand we were taken to be seated right away. When the hostess realized there were no tables available we were brought back to the host stand where they took our name and number and told us to wait for a call. We waited patiently for 20 mins as we watched people that came after us being seated. Everytime we went to the host he said our table was being cleaned right now or we were next to be seated. Even after I got the call from intermezzo and went to the host, we waited another 5-10 mins.. We stood right in front of the host stand and watched as each of the hostess came and took couples who had also just gotten called to their tables. When the host started seating new couples that had just walked in and not even been waiting we reminded him that we were still waiting for a table. He told us to stand close by and pointed to the spot right next to him (which was one step closer than we had been standing). He needs to stop staring at the computer screen and look up at peoples faces to see who has been waiting. I feel like the host took advantage of our patience and our politeness. In the beginning we were standing close to the front door because we didn't want to be one of those people that loiter in front of the host stand, and because servers were also walking around. I don't mind waiting for a table for 40+ mins if they really are busy and it is the ACTUAL wait time, but it wasn't. They told us it would be about 5 mins, and there was a very short line. We just kept getting ignored/ "forgotten" about for half an hour as they seated new parties before us. We finally walked out, and one of the hostesses saw us and gave us a weird look. But they are so busy they don't even care. What is another 2 customers to them? NOTHING.
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B S.
This restaurant has some sentimental value. But I'll just leave it at that. Let me start off by saying that service is pretty lackluster at this restaurant...however...the ambience at night time makes up for everything. This is the perfect late night date spot. On our last visit we enjoyed several coffee liqueur specialties, the caprese panini, the Mediterranean pasta, and a alive of cheesecake. This restaurant is truly for the atmosphere Nd the uniqueness that is the drink menu. I don't think I'd ever come here with a group of friends...this is strictly a date spot. Maybe in the daytime that changes things....but then...where's the fun in that :)
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Emily K.
I wasn't originally planning to go here last night, but when my date and I heard the heavy bass eminating from Eclipse di Luna, we decided to go here instead. Everything was just okay. We got the baked brie to snack on and I didn't like the fact it was paired with a sweet bread. I love brie, so I want to focus on the taste of brie, not the almost overwhelming sweetness of the bread. I got the raspberry chocolate cake and it too was just okay. I think Palate's is superior and also cheaper. They do get points for having real whipped cream, though. Like the Peachtree location, service is slow. Though this time I didn't mind it as much because we weren't in a hurry, it wasn't late, etc. I would've preferred a little more attentive service, especially in light of the fact it wasn't that busy. I'd probably go back here if someone else suggested it.
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Hanna N.
If you love cake and coffee drinks, you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. There's never a shortage of a selection of cakes. Out of about 10-15 visits here, the service has always been very friendly but slooooooow. It's the cakes, coffee drinks, and fruit sorbets that keep me coming back. The ambiance is good for a date night or to catch up with friends. The late night hours are also a plus.
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Adnan D.
My wife and I visit this location quite often to get some good desserts and some kind of romantic atmosphere. The service is very slow on busy nights especially when the coffee they make is made by one or two people so don't expect to get your drink in five minutes. The people at the cakes are very knowledgeable and patient. Thumbs up to them.....servers are slow because baristas are slammed. We waited on a server for over 30min and when we complained we got our desserts for free :)...so if you don't like something make sure you speak to a manager
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Sarah T.
Justin and I went to the Perimeter Intermezzo awhile back with Aiken for desserts and coffee. The service wasn't as horrid as I was expecting it to be, but it wasn't stellar either. The atmosphere there was lovely. It feels like such a great place to go and read a book, or take a date. Definitely a date place. Anyways, I only took a picture of what Aiken ordered cause I'm a dork. I ordered one of their cappuccino, they have so many, I don't remember which one I picked. Either way I enjoyed it. I also got the lemon gelato because I am a lemon fanatic and you get to keep the champagne glass it comes in. I plan on going back and starting a collection. ^.^ It was so so good. I loved it. Justin got a Dark and Stormy drink, and their sweet tea. He loves the blend of teas they use, it is super flavorful. Aiken ordered a slice of cake. Honestly, I don't remember what the cake was, I just remember that it was delicious. Not super sweet, it was subtle, and light, and lovely. Real fresh made whip cream on the side too. He also ordered the Turkish coffee that of course comes in the most adorable tiny cup and saucer. The really cute pot they bring out just adds to it. I'm not a huge fan of Turkish coffee, it's a bit gritty for me, but the presentation of it is just too much. Not a place to go for food, but their desserts and drinks seem pretty stellar. Don't get bummed about the service, go in expecting it to suck, and you don't leave disappointed. Will be going back again for sure.
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Kate T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. If I could rate in terms of "range" I'd give it a between 4 to 5. The reason(s) are as follow: Location - Great location! Across from the Perimeter Mall. Kinda hidden within a plaza. KT rating: 5. Environment - Classy. Sophisticated. It gives the feel of the black and white movies - Frank Sinatra, Casablanca, An Affair to Remember... Dimmed lighting, candle light... Quite romantic... KT rating: 5.5 Food - They serve a wide range of desserts from simple to classy. You could just stand there and have them describe each dessert in detail and still have difficulty deciding. My personal favorite, tiramisu with a hint of rum. Simple, light, and tasty. The drink menu is long -- and I do mean, VERY long list. Wine, tea, coffee drinks from various continents. Full bar that can make practically any drink you heart desires! KT rating: 5.5! Service - They take forever... Depends on who is the server. Some nice, some OK, some super nice, and some just forget that they're suppose to be waiting on you! KT rating: 2. Regardless, it's still a very nice place to hang, chill, relax. A great place for couples to spend time, or a girls night out, or catching up with a group of friends! Just make sure if you have enough time to chill. The moment you get sited, you won't be able to leave at least 2-3 hrs later.
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Ariel M.
EXCELLENT selection of coffees and teas. I've found myself craving the Cappuccino La Scala on a regular basis. A well-stocked bar with knowledgeable mixologists, they even have absinthe (not my thing, but I was impressed they had it). Some bartenders these days have never even heard of a Brandy Alexander, but it's right there on their drinks menu. Okay, so that definitely dates me, but it's nice to know you can ask for a not-trendy cocktail and not get a blank stare. The pastries are high-end and delicious, but the portions are huge so you might want to share. Super-sweet for the most part, I like their more fruit-based selections like the berry tart. You can order them to go if you want to indulge later and they are packed nicely for the trip home. I wouldn't go for the food - it's okay, but more of an afterthought. We go for the coffee and dessert after a light meal elsewhere or late at night. The Perimeter location is open until 2am at the weekend (I believe the one downtown is open until 3am). I don't know if I'd describe the ambiance as "Euro-trash wannabe" as another Yelper put it, to me it's always seemed to simply be couples and friends enjoying good company and sweets. Service is decent, never had a complaint. We go almost every week for an indulgent coffee and dessert and I plan on continuing the trend. Very satisfied overall and can't wait to take my father-in-law and his girlfriend (SO adorable!) here. Great for a Sunday afternoon outside by the railing, enjoying the flowers and fabulous trees in the courtyard.
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Antonio H.
Came here to meet a friend on a weeknight on a whim, which she suggested, and I so had to give her a high five for picking my favorite place without knowing. This is by far my favorite coffee/pastry establishment and I can't say it's because of the coffee but it's the atmosphere. I am a huge coffee drinker and though I had the Cafe Itialiano, it really wasn't the thing that put the smile on my face. It's the fact that you can order coffee with alcohol, a great slice of key lime cake, and enjoy the people around you. I can say though having the fountaining next to you after having a couple of drinks does not help when trying to stay focused on a conversation all I was thinking was "it would be so good to take a nap right now."
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Akiko I.
Came back here on my visit back to ATL in 8 years...oh the memories! I've always talked about this place to my husband and finally he understands why I love this place so much. Now, I'm biased because I have fond memories of this place all through my college years in ATL. It was a hangout for us. If someone was to have a blind date or just a date, get together, etc....this was the place. Not much has changed in 8 years except the improvements made on the patio area of the cafe. It has a hard ceiling instead of just a plastic overhead. Oh I did notice that most of the shops in that shopping area has closed...a sad reality of the current economy. * Tiramisu = OMG so delish. One of the best we've tasted. Until now, my fav was at Extraordinary desserts in San Diego but this one is equally yummy! * Tiramisu cheesecake = Very good but a little too sweet for me. If you usually go for sweeter desserts, this one is probably for you over the regular tiramisu * Oreo cheesecake = this one was very good too. Surprisingly not too sweet. * ...Bianca... = Gush, I don't remember the name but it had "bianca" in it I think. It is a latte with white chocolate and espresso....SO YUMMY Everyone ordered so many interesting drinks, I don't remember the specific names BUT we all loved it. I envy my friend who can be here all the time. My husband, who is so hard to please, especially when it comes to cafe, LOVED it. He said he would be here all the time if one existed in L.A.. * Ambiance = cozy and classy * Cafe = delish * Price = average * Cakes = YUUUUUMMMMMMM * Parking = ample
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Caitlin B.
Holy hell - WOW! This place is completely amazing, wonderful and orgasmic in every possible way; a girl's paradise for sure. Cakes are fab and the drinks are top notch. My son had a piece of the Oreo cheesecake and I had some sort of Nutella puffed pastry with a Nutella hot chocolate - they were all to die for!! Any excuse to come here. LOVE it!! Just wish there was one closer. I am in LOVE with this place in case you couldn't tell already.
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Mike A.
One of my new favorite places. Great afternoon place to meet a friend. Unbelievable drinks menu, and amazing dessert options. Beautiful patio setting. Look forward to my next visit.
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Katherine K.
I have to give this place a high rating just for the memories. I was here this week getting some drinks with a friend and it really made me feel homey because the place hasn't changed much since I was in high school. Same sugar cubes, desserts, low flickering candles, dark friendly ambience. The place is usually packed. It's overpriced, but what the hell. It's such a cool little cafe. The cocktails are done right! On this particular last visit, I had the strawberry martini and a seabreeze. I ordered a mandarin martini second, but it wasn't to my liking so the bartender substituted the sea breeze. I also had the red velvet which was pretty good. A bit dry, but still delicious. I've never had a bad experience here and service has always been decent if not consistently good. However, I go here very randomly. If you're looking for a nice little late night spot to get some dessert, coffee, or drinks, this is the only place to go. Amazing selections! There are also more locations throughout Atlanta? I've tried the dessert at the Buckhead location on a late night munchie run with an ex. My EMO friends smoked cigarettes and went to the Dunwoody one after their senior prom. I've hid out at this cafe for a couple of hours when I had to wait before. Random dates. Like I said, MEMORIES.
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Barbara C.
Just moved to the area and thought we'd walk to Cafe Intermezzo for an Al fresco breakfast. The place looked really great from the outsider much like a cafe you'd stop at on vacation. The menu looked great. The Latte was pretty good, the waitress, although hard to find was friendly. I had a craving for Eggs Benedict ever since I saw them featured on an episode of MasterChef, so I ordered them. The eggs were not done enough...when the egg white is still see through, it's not done enough. The potatoes it came with were cold and not really grilled....It's like they were left overs. The hollandaise sauce was disgusting. The presentation of the Eggs Benedict was also poorly done. It looked as though it had been sitting for several hours. I asked the waitress if she could bring me some more hollandaise sauce and she happily complied. It was a little tub of hollandaise incomplete with skin. My husband eggs were to his liking, but the sausage had so much pepper (and he's a pepper fan) it ruined the taste. His potatoes were part of the same batch of leftovers. We may walk up for a latte and walk back, but we won't be going back for anything to eat.
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Andrew C.
Visit Date: 05.01.2010 Nice place with an intimate atmosphere to order tea, coffee, or any type of coffee drink. They also have a WIDE variety of cheesecakes, about $7.50 a slice. Ordered the B-52 cheesecake and the namesake coffee drink, the Cafe Intermezzo. Both were great. They also have breakfast, lunch, and dinner items, if you're into that.
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Cynthia H.
Hello Mr. Olson, I am going to celebrate my bday with a few girlfriends at the Dunwoody location tomorrow. I am a really worried about the service's bad reviews. I hope you are reading the reviews posted online, about that specific location, so you could make sure that the patrons will be taken better care. The two locations that I have been to, are very lovely places, with excellent food/ gourmet coffee/drinks, but I am concerned with all the bad reviews. I have thought about going somewhere else, but again, I will give it a shot, with the hopes that after tomorrow, I will be putting up a great review...so from past experience, I will give it 5 stars today. Will be back here tomorrow...
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Jang C.
Before I write this review, I have to let you know that I hate cafes. So my review will be biased a bit. This place is overpriced. I don't normally drink coffee, so I order the other stuff on the menu. They are all munchkin sized portions. I guess I'm not sophisticated enough to sit down and sip my drink slowly talking about philosophy. It's good for groups and at the same time, not good for groups. They do have large tables, but you can't talk to people in your group easily. When I think of a cafe, I think of some intimate setting where you converse in intellectual discussions. Well you really can't socialize here. It's like a restaurant. Why hang out here if you can't really hang out? It's too crowded to move around, and it's too loud. Also, since this is a pretty crowded place, your service will suck. I don't think it's the fault of the servers, but they have to serve a lot of people. I would admit this place is a good date spot. The atmosphere is perfect for that. But I never took my dates here. It's so cliche. I rather take them to some hole in the wall place. I guess it's a good date spot if you are in high school or college. But I doubt it, it's too expensive for those kids.
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Kristie C.
Like the Buckhead location better, but fret not because the same quality and deliciousness of food is maintained here. Plus, our server was attentive and friendly. Downside? Two: 1. The lady by the dessert counter wasn't so friendly and seemed reluctant to tell us the desserts. Yes, a bit much to ask what they all are - but my boyfriend has never been, and in Buckhead when I went for the 1st time, they were more than happy to patiently go over what was in the dessert case. 2. Area was a bit deserted in the week, but seemed more alive on the weekend. The Buckhead location was bigger and more romantic, while this location seemed more cramped and just sort of dark, not really romantic.
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Samantha V.
My first time was here. I was hooked. I was in love. I was ready to move in and change my last name.... The guy didn't last, but Intermezzo did. There are a few locations, the downtown one has much more historic feel.. the Buckhead location is beautiful... but this one is easy to get to, easy to park, and you can always get a seat. The hummus platter is fabulous. The salads are fabulous. The soy lattes rock my happy vegan heart. Only downside... no vegan desserts. WHYYYYY?????
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Sergeo S.
Used to love this place, what happened? The food was tasteless and not fresh, even the coffee was watered down. The prices however reflect fine dining. They need a make over big time!!!!
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Pamela C.
Absolutely loved this place! I really love the ambiance here & feel that it is great for any occasion. The beautiful interior decor makes the place look cozy, romantic, & a bit upscale. There's a bar with an array of delicious cakes and cheesecakes, an extensive beverage list and food. Honestly, I've never actually eaten anything here besides the desserts. It's always been a meet up spot for my frineds and I where we can enjoy a cup of coffee and perhaps share a delicious dessert. I went with a couple of friends recently to introduce one them to this lovely spot & celebrate their bday. Now the experience I was hoping for them to get out of the evening was not quite pleasant but had a great turn around thanks to Amity of management. Let me explain by saying that our service was pretty bad and slow. It took more than 15 minutes for our coffee to come out and I had asked our server if they can put a candle or do something nice for my friend since it was their birthday. First off, they gave me a crappy excuse about how they don't do those types of things for such occasions. Now I know they must've had a bad shift or something because I've been here plenty times to celebrate a birthday or two before and the staff always seem to help and create a great time for the customer, obviously they didn't. Although this mishap occurred I still give this place 4 stars because of my passed experiences and the staff is kind and friendly.
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Jenny L.
THERE WAS A FULL SIZED COCKROACH IN OUR HOT CHOCOLATE. THE SIZE OF MY THUMB. Okay, now that I have your attention, I wanted to warn everyone about my experience. I am a regular at Intermezzo, especially this location. So after dinner at Maggiano's, my mom, my sister-in-law and I decided to go to Intermezzo for some dessert. We ordered two hot chocolates, a mimosa, and a sambuco cake. My mom ate all of the whipped cream off the hot chocolate first with her spoon then began to drink the hot chocolate itself. She drank more than half of her hot chocolate before realizing the disgusting cockroach floating upside down. My mom didn't even notice anything at first. I personally thought it was chocolate shaving but I was wondering why it wasn't melting. My sister-in-law found it strange and took her spoon and scooped it up. My sister-in-law and I stared at it hard for about 5 seconds before we could realize what it actually was. We both screamed out loud and she dropped the spoon back into the cup. After we told my mom what it was, my mom went to the restroom to vomit out all of what she had drank. Then it took us forever to get the attention of a host to call the manager because maybe screaming and finding bugs is normal or something.. We were all so traumatized and shaken up. And once we got the manager, things got worse. The manager refused to take responsibility and all she had said was "I didn't put it there, there's nothing I can do about it." When I asked her what the cafe's health inspection score was, she said "Um, 85... No, wait, 83." I asked her if she's the 'manager', isn't her job to 'manage' what goes on. And how did they not notice a FULL SIZED ADULT COCKROACH being poured into a mug? All she kept saying was "It already happened, and I can't do anything." ................... SERIOUSLY? "Oh, I ran someone over but it already happened, I can't do anything about it" I realize drinking cockroach juice isn't equivalent to running someone over, but as a manager she should've AT LEAST asked if there's anything she could do for us regarding the incident. The conversation got to the point where I had to ask her if she was talking back to me because of the attitude. She then brought a male manager. He comes up to us and has the audacity to ask how we would like to take care of the bill. ..................ONCE AGAIN, SERIOUSLY?! I asked him "Are you serious right now? You expect us to pay for the drinks?" And he said "Hold on." And went away for about 3 minutes. When he had returned he told us that the bill was taken care of and if we would like a gift certificate. WOULD ANYBODY IN THEIR RIGHT MIND WANT A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO WHERE THEY DRANK A COCKROACH INFUSED HOT CHOCOLATE????? First above all, we barely touched our drinks and cake by that point, my mom just drank her hot chocolate rather quickly. Second above all, the two managers handled the situation VERY POORLY. VERY VERY POORLY. Third, need I say more? I wish I told him to drink the cockroach hot chocolate and I'll pay for everyone's tab in the cafe. I repeat, it was an adult full-sized cockroach with long antennas. My mom vomited at least six times so far. And it's 3:46 A.M. but we all can't even fall asleep because we're still in shock. If the managers handled it very professionally and was genuinely concerned for my mom's health, I think it would've somewhat alleviated the situation. A simple "Are you okay?" to my mom would've acceptable. My mom needs to go to the doctor's for a check-up now, considering the amount of bacteria and filth that one cup of hot chocolate had. What I do not understand is HOW THIS HAPPENED. How did they not notice it? How did it even get poured into the cup? My sister-in-law thinks that it might've been in the chocolate syrup and they didn't notice it when they were pouring it out because of the dark color that blended in. So that means all the hot chocolates that were served tonight were all immersed by a cockroach. I just wish to warn you about my horrifying experience here so everyone can reconsider before you end up drinking cockroaches. Anyone need pictures to be persuaded? Needless to say, I have plenty and they are appalling and sickening.
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David C.
Intermezzo is expensive, but I always have a good time here with company. The deserts are pretty good, but the foods are kind of hit or miss. The crepes, if you've been to Paris you should know what a crepe tastes like. I didn't like the batter on the prosciutto crepe too much and the edam cheese was a bit tough. I don't recommend the crepes. But, I have only tried one here, so don't take my word for it. The grilled chicken sandwich which I had the most recent visit was good, and the waitress recommended subbing the foccacia bread bun for the normal poppyseed bun, which was a good choice. I like how they seasoned the chicken, and it was nice and crispy. I may get the Reuben next time, because it looked really good across from me. I tried Turkish coffee for my first time here, and it's a distinct flavor, and though it comes with a lot of sediment at the bottom, I enjoyed it. Comes in a small portion because it is strong. Coffee this time was good. Our waitress recommended a one with Nutella in it; I used to put Nutella in my coffee all the time at work before we stopped dripping it for customers, so I naturally went with that recommendation. The paste wasn't dissolved well, and there were a few chunks at the bottom, but I guess it's hard to dissolve everything completely. Without the Hazelnut in it, I think the coffee itself wouldn't have been too impressive. Would've liked a bit more Nutella in it. The service can be spotty, depending on who you get. The orders were slightly mixed up between two pasta dishes in my group, being that one was made spicy, when the other was suppose to be. And there was one length of time, she could've come back to refill our glasses. At the end, she did not tell us there was gratuity added on. We were only a party of four and not six, which is what I think is when they're suppose to charge gratuity, so maybe she was afraid we wouldn't have tipped her based on the slight mix-up, and added it. But, we said it was okay and tipped on top of it, because the rest of her service was good and she made it fun.
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Julia S.
The three stars are for the delicious cake, coffee, and tastefully romantic European vibe and decor. The lack of two stars is for the lack of our waiter's presence EVERY SINGLE TIME! Been here about four or five times and even when the restaurant is near-empty, our glasses always are empty for like, twenty minutes, until they get re-filled. Our food takes forever to come. One time when it was taking an hour for our food to come, we even complained to the manager, who was there, we got up and left because we were really annoyed and had somewhere to be anyways. I don't know why they don't change, as so many of this place's reviews complain about the bad service.
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Tavi H.
I love this place. I have been coming here for 20 years since I have moved to Atlanta. The terrace with the fountain in the middle could be quite romantic. Perfect place to bring a date. The menu covers a broad selection of specialty coffees, beers from all over the world, lots of wines, cocktails and other liqueurs. Last but not least, their various types of cakes are delicious. Also the food is decent and interestingly preparers and served. Over all, I would highly recommend this place for any day or night of the week. The service is great and staff is very professional and friendly. This place is a must and required visit!!!!
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Janet A.
The ambiance of Cafe Intermezzo is very relaxing, the setting is very romantic and I love the dim lighting, but don't count on it always being calm because if it's a weekend you'll be able to hear so many conversations going all at once. However, it never gets loud and is a perfect setting to have friendly get-togethers and date-nights, of course. Out of any place I've ever been to, this restaurant has, by far, the largest beverage menu I have ever seen. I however, am not much of a coffee drinker or a drinker-drinker so in that aspect I won't be much help. I never fail to ask for Orangina. For those who have no clue what that is, it is a carbonated orange juice, similar to San Pellegrino Aranciata. If you love deserts then you have to come visit this place at least once, my favorite right not is the strawberry-Nutella crepe. I mean, who doesn't love Nutella, and strawberries are always great when accompanied by chocolate. It is the BEST! Also, if you're a tiramisu kind of person then you have to try theirs. Although is not portioned well, considering it's almost $10, it will be on the top of your favorites list. If you're looking to have dinner, I recommend getting the crab cakes in red pepper sauce as an appetizer, they are worth the waiting so delicious! As a meal I recommend the Chicken Chipotle Panini, the bread is toasted so well, and just about anything with chipotle mayonnaise is always full of flavor. Trust me, these are the things to get. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars is because the wait time for proper service, even when it's not a weekend, is just horrible. Most servers are very nice and polite, don't get me wrong. But, you might be seated within the first two minutes you step in the door and then left to wait 10 minutes to be greeted and another 20 minutes for them to bring you your drinks and take your order.
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Licca K.
Probably my most favorite Cafe Intermezzo location. The water fountains, the patio, and atmosphere all collectively make for a nice date outing. Of course, if it's nice outside, pick the patio over inside. It's just all very relaxed. As many have mentioned, their drink menu is extensive and includes a table of contents. Most of the non-specialty drinks will be toward the front at least, typical house sweet tea, simple coffee, or sodas. The drink menu is impressive though. Really the most notable thing about Cafe Intermezzo besides drinks is it makes a nice place to meet up with people and just enjoy the time. Otherwise, I wouldn't leap backwards for anything on their food menu. Most of what I've had was sufficient and tasted good. Consistency is well done. Their coffee is very good as well. For a matter of fact, back onto drinks, their drinks are so nice! Our last visit, we had the: Mediterranean Wrap: Pretty standard gyro. Mostly veg, and very tasty. The pita was soft and the hummus had a nice flavor. Side of chips were nice too. Avocado & Almond Salad: I opted for the vinaigrette to the side, which I was glad. It's a salty citrus-y sort of dressing which I wasn't much a fan of. The salad itself came with a bit of bread and lots of avocado, however nothing special. I may start assigning any visits here just to relax and get a cup of tea. Alon's Bakery & Market is right next door too, so maybe something to visit and look at before having a tea break at Intermezzo.
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Paul K.
[Time & Date of visit]: Many weekday nights, weekend afternoons and evenings. [Party Size]: 2-8 [Location/Ambiance]: Parking - Weekdays there seems to be a good bit of parking on the Alon's, Spa Sydell and McKendricks side with out issue. I like to enter and leave here via Perimeter Center E rd instead of passing the Exxon gas station and parking in the front. Weekend nights - ummm... yeah. You'll be doing some laps or going up and down row looking for a spot. Inside - I can't remember exactly what year they remodeled, but having an actual roof over the paved / concrete flooring makes things a little more comforting while still giving some tables to be completely "outside". We'll just call it the "patio" section, which is more spacious I think, though a light definition compared to how cramp it is inside. The metal chairs are pretty un-comfy, fair warning for girls in shorts; you'll have the outlining on the back of your legs when leaving. Restroom - A little more hidden to any out of towners or first timers. Past the bar and in the hallway that only looks like a back room for servers to enter orders. Men's room has two standing urinals and one stall I believe. Ambiance - Candle light tables and dimly lit dining notions a romantic atmosphere and / or intimate experience. Noise levels can range, depending on how busy they are. [Service]: Full dining style. Though consistency has been a hit or miss. I think it just depends how busy they are and how many other tables your server may be juggling. Ok to great. Have yet to have a bad server experience though. Ordering Cakes / pies / dessert display case - A "cake-pert" or two (trademark pending =P) explains the various desserts on display that day. They do not like to put labels out for some reason. But you can always ask what's "in it". Though, I think it is confusing as they are dressed normally instead of server attire. [Food Highlights]: *Tip - All cakes / desserts aren't actually made on location but delivered. Though they do give a very huge, generous slice for sharing. If you want to. Spinach Cheese Dip - Good if you enjoy things cheesy. More dip than bread, so scoop generously. Seafood Cheese Dip - Creamy and cheesy. Bits of seafood. Yes please. Lobster ravioli - Portions are small, was ok. Smoked Salmon Pasta - Very creamy. Salmon was ok. Pretty good. Almond tiramisu - Slightly bland on top and rich on the bottom layer. So so. Coconut cream cake - Overly rich than anything. Meh. Bosco - Not as good as it used to be. Pretty tart. Mexican hot chocolate - Medium level sweetness. Pretty good. Mint Chocolate Granita - A tad too rich for my tastes. Hot Chocolate (regular) - Semi sweet to me I think. Ok choice if you're overwhelmed by all the options. {Summary}: I think that service and noise levels would fluctuate depending if you are going on a weekday or weekend evening. Certain food items have been consistent most times we have it, others are just meh. It's usually an after dinner spot for whenever I visit, I don't think most entree's here would be filling. The cake slices are def. made for sharing unless you are a big foodie, then by all means nom nom away. 3.5 stars.
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John E.
You can find this location of Cafe Intermezzo at 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30346, the Park Place shopping center across from the Perimeter Mall. Other restaurants in the same mall include the very good tapas at Eclipse di Luna (across the courtyard), steaks at McKendrick's, Sage Woodfire Grill and of course Alon's Bakery. The location on Peachtree was one of my favorite hangouts when I first came to Atlanta in the late 80's - it was always good for an after dinner nightcap, perhaps a dessert and/or a cup of espresso or cappuccino. I discovered this location while working as a chef at the now defunct Mi Spia which originally was a few doors down in Park Place. Intermezzo was always there to provide a different experience from the places where I worked, and since it was so close I would frequent the bar after work or stop in for coffee before. Intermezzo is about as close to a real international cafe as you will find in Atlanta - the interior is lavish with wood and chandeliers, the dining area lush and the bar expansive. The place reeks of old-world-charm and is simply perfect for a late rendezvous or tête-à -tête. This place also has a phenomenal adult drink list and expert bartenders and I still haven't gotten to the desserts.They also serve a good brunch and have an expansive lunch menu. But really, you need to experience Cafe Intermezzo for the desserts. The assortment and styles of classic cakes, tarts, cheesecakes and pies is truly astounding. Combine any of these with the great coffee or fine cocktail and you have a winning combination. I don't have any favorites - actually I'm trying to cut down a bit - but I did order a double cappuccino the last time I visited. Service in general is very good - seating can be a bit of a bear, especially early evenings and if you want to enjoy the outdoors. Otherwise the service here is very good. Oh, and did I mention they have a tardis out front? Whovians rejoice! (longer review with many photos on my food blog)
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Andy B.
I went here for dessert with friends and having been told the Tiramisu is very good (and it being in the top 3 of my favorite desserts ever) I had to try it. I was not disappointed, it was not overly sweet, you could taste the coffee and the bitter cocoa powder - it was a very very good tiramisu (which seems to be very hard to find these days). I would go back and try some of the other desserts (white chocolate lemon/raspberry cake and a canoli cheesecake sounded good).
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Laura A.
Worse service I ever had!!! The food was normal, in my opinion expensive for the simple flavor. My husband and I ordered a hot chocolate deluxe, caramel Frappuccino and a tres leches.
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Gio B.
Been to Cafe Intermizzo many many times, love it! Very cozy and intimate place. They do have the best hot chocolates! The beverage menu feels like a little booklet - they have every single beverage you can think off, alcoholic and non alcoholic. Last time I went I got the chicken florentine crepes ( did not quite enjoy it, too much cream and sauce - the crepes were pretty soggy), my friend got the turkey and brie crepe and really enjoyed it. Interesting fact: there is a "Learn Japanese 101" tape playing in the bathroom, which encourages you to repeat back phrases and words after a native speaker says them aloud.
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Tiffany Y.
It's been years since I last set foot inside this Cafe Intermezzo, but it was nice coming back and trying them out. A group of us from work decided to come here for... technically cake, but we ended up ordering regular food as well. I ordered the spinach cheese dip that could come with crackers or bread, so I only got bread. My other friends ordered a half Caesar salad and a Chicken Panini with kettle chips. The food didn't take long to come out but we were in no hurry either. I only drank water because their drink menu was bananas long... I'll study it next time I go. My other friends ordered a Salted Caramel Granita (with alcohol) which wasn't bad, but I don't like coffee and found it bitter and my friend also got a surprise at the bottom of her glass... all the salt was there... Guess one should stir the drink up before reaching the bottom... My other friend ordered a hot chocolate Glasgow... which she gets all the time. I didn't try hers as I do not drink hot chocolate during the summer. The food was pretty good. The spinach cheese dip was rich creamy and had good seasoning. I'm glad the server brought me extra bread as I only smeared small amounts onto the bread and had a lot of dip left. I heard no complaints about the small Caesar salad or Panini so it's safe to say they were enjoyed as well. Now on to the sweets. I ordered the seven layer chocolate cake that was suppose to have a thin layer of raspberry on the top layer... but it was definitely lacking in any raspberry flavor what so ever. Also I'm not sure how their cakes are prepared such as baked and frozen or baked and refrigerated but my cake tasted watered down. And to take in to account how long it was sitting in the case, it just could've been so much better but it just came off as thin and flat tasting. So one friend ordered Mint Chocolate chip cake and her cake tasted better than mine, so perhaps it was fresher, and it was definitely super minty... and another friend ordered their Oreo Cheesecake which tasted good but I can't eat a lot of cheesecake but I wouldn't mind sharing a piece of that with someone. They do need to make sure Oreos are spread more evenly throughout the cheesecake as she had a huge chunk that was just plain, but other than that... it was the better selection out of each of our desserts. Service was fine and the hostesses are helpful when picking out cake from the case if you don't know what you want. I wouldn't mind coming back and trying a different dessert though. Other than that everything was Ok in my book, but next time I return I hope I leave as a fan...
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Phoebe T.
Sorry Intermezzo, you can't have such an extensive menu and just SUCK at making food in general. It's been a while since I've been back here (since 2010 in fact) and the food still sucks! Came here for lunch (not my idea) and was disappointed once again! I was so happy to see crepes because I love crepes and instead I got this bastardized version of chicken, spinach and mushrooms in an alfredo sauce wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Gross, never again Cafe Intermezzo.
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Nilu R.
I love the atmosphere and the coffee / hot chocolate drinks are great. This was my first time having a meal there and I wasn't all that impressed. I had the caprese salad. It was OK ... They didn't use the right tomatoes. Instead of large, red, round beef steak tomatoes, they used small, barely ripe roma tomatoes and it barely had any seasoning or dressing. Not really all that great. My company had the greek salad and added salmon. He seemed to enjoy it but it didn't look much like a greek salad and was somewhat small in the dish they served it in, specially when they put a large piece of cooked salmon on top. There's no nice way to eat it. It needed to be served in a bigger wider bowl or plate or something. It's a nice place but I felt like we were eating at nowhere special based on our salads.
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Tony H.
Nice atmosphere, cool patio, decent service. I say decent because I ordered salmon for my salad and instead I got shrimp. That's fine they are both water-related food. Actually, the shrimp was pretty tasty. The salad was the almond avocado salad. It was just okay, rather mediocre. The shrimp saved it. I gave it a 3 since the other dishes that people ordered looked good.
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Corrie G.
Cute little spot tucked away. I went at 4pm on a Friday. The service and business was slow. The waitress was kind but clearly a little bored and forgot about her table a few times, even though I was at the only table in her section. The dessert tour was really good and the "dessert bartender" was very knowledgeable about all of the sin in their sweets. I choose the strawberry cake made with strawberry icing and yes I had a side of vanilla ice cream that was just a tad bit over frozen. It was still so delicious! This spot is perfect for an intimate date. But not if you are trying to "hide." The tables are all exposed. You can see everyone. Ladies don't worry about ordering too much food, the tables are very small which will help you avoid having big eyes. Plus the portions are small. Guys if you are trying to score brownie points take your girl here and be sure to bring just one fresh flower, it would go perfect on the cute little European style table. Overall...good stuff...try it.
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Charles P.
We visited on a Sunday, around noon. The service was excruciatingly slow, probably because they were prepping for a private event in their separate room. Regular customers suffered as a result. I ordered the egg and bacon panini. It arrived cold and hard. The crepes were cold, the seafood pasta only so-so, etc. Our 2-year old had a banana and Nutella crepe. Five people ate. No appetizers. No dessert. Total bill came to $100 with tip for a very ordinary meal with slow service. You can do better elsewhere.
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No E.
I like the restaurants seating layout, both indoor and outdoor. They have a good menu with a lot of variety. My service was terrible, worst waiter ever!
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Christy M.
Once again, amazing coffee and dessert! Wish our waitress had been a little more friendly.
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Tiffany D.
I don't remember Cafe Intermezzo being this good years ago, but by golly it's darn good now! I won't waste time talking about their (amazing) desserts and coffees, as plenty of folks have done that already. But I will let you know that their actual food menu is pretty darn good too! Many might hesitate to order dinner here, as this place specializes in dessert...but I urge you to do so! You'll be happy you did! I've tried the following: Food: Baked Baby Brie with almonds, served with raisin-walnut bread and apple slices: Great appetizer! Spicy Tortellini Alfredo: Yum Italian Gnocchi: Yum Chicken Chipotle Panini: This is my favorite thing to order for brunch. Springer Mountain Chicken, red onions, tomatoes, provolone cheese, and chipotle mayonnaise on ciabatta bread served all hot and melty. Beverages: I recommend the Mimosas (they use a good punchy dry champagne in this) or the Strawberry Martini. (ask for top shelf) As per the ambience: A snuggly little nook of a place. All wood furnished with mirrors on all walls that make the low lights dance and twinkle. Very romantic in the evening. So grab your honey and saunter over to Intermezzo for a little bite! Wear: A silk pocket square, your best leather wingtips and a lucky rabbit's foot. Listen to: The Flamingos: "I only have eyes for you".
I've been coming to this location's Cafe Intermezzo for over half a decade or so. I just remembering coming here when I was still in college and frequented Cafe Intermezzo literally every weekend after hitting up Taco Mac down the street. I frequented this location so much that I've tried all of their cheesecakes at least twice and can name them as well. As you can tell, I am a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. I am also a fan of their hot teas. I would say that Cafe Intermezzo is the busiest on Friday & Saturday nights. Parking can be a nightmare of the weekends. The wait can be 20 to 30 minute long on the weekends. There is complimentary WiFi. FOOD: - Food: When I came a few years ago, I was not a fan of their dining menu as their food was sub-par and just not that amazing compared to their great desert menu so I would usually stay away from ordering from their dining menu. However, I have given them a second chance and I am very fond of the following items -- spicy tortellini and the spinach & cheese dip. The seafood dip is great as well. The spicy tortellini is great by itself without protein. I am addicted to the spicy tortellini. It has lots of flavor. Don't even think about ordering anything else except the spicy tortellini. It is highly recommended by the servers here. Both the spinach and seafood dips are great for sharing. They come with sliced bread and crackers for dipping. - Cheesecakes: I've tried all their cheesecakes and they are all very good. You cannot go wrong with any of their cheesecakes. - Teas & Drinks: Teas are amazing. They come in the unique tea container that allows you to decide how long you want your tea leaves to sit in the hot water. My friend loves their Cafe Hazel and this other drink that has espresso and white chocolate. I've also tried their non-alcoholic drinks that are fruity and fun to drink. RANT ABOUT SERVICE: (The one thing that Cafe Intermezzo needs to re-vamp): The one thing that keeps me from giving this place a 5 stars even though I've been coming here for years and am a dedicated and loyal customer of Cafe Intermezzo is the service is not great. I would say I've only received great service a few times. I mean look at each and every one of these reviews -- you can see the one complaint of everyone is the service and it's not even because they are super busy the service is disappointing. I think they do not have a large enough staff to support the demand of patrons that come in on the weekends. Most of the time, you see your own server forget to come by and check up on you and your table guests. There have been plenty of times where my friends would have to get up to hunt for the service for the check. The turnover of each table is not quick enough and that's why I think the service is just disappointing. The most disappointing is the hostess stand. There was one time where the hostess completely cuts off my friend when my friend tried to check in with hostess stand by telling her the number in our party of five, and to give her number to them so that they can notify us when the table is ready. The hostess cuts her off and then forgets that we were there first before the huge crowds started to come in. The hostess then proceeds to seat everyone that came after us. We tried again to tell her and she said, "oh, just a table for two?" and we said, "no, five. We checked in with you earlier". She says, "There's going to be a wait.". I think this was the hostess' fault for cutting us off earlier. She needs to be re-trained and to be taught how to handle the front. Honestly, this was the most disappointing thing I've seen in the hospitality industry. Overall, yes, I will continue to dine and frequent Cafe Intermezzo and also take friends here. I do always warn them to not expect much of the service from this establishment. Service will always be disappointing, especially on the weekends.
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T P.
Amazing date night location or place to take friends from out of town. Also a relaxed place to meet up with a couple of friends. Not the place to go if you have a strict timetable or expect hovering servers. Actually that is my biggest gripe with service. Sometimes your server will ignore you for long stretches of time or just disappear for 20 minutes. I've been frustrated a few times when I've needed my check or a water refilled and my server is just MIA or looks right at me and walks on by me. I know I'm not imagining this because I've seen it happen to other people. Bottom line, don't go if you have to be anywhere before tomorrow. To say the drink menu is impressive is an understatement. More of a textbook on alcoholic beverages, it is interesting and informative. My husband always finds an interesting scotch or high gravity beer. A caution here is they don't always have everything on the menu, sometimes it takes two or three picks to find something in stock. Coffee drinks are varied and tasty. Regular food is okay, but the cheesecakes reach another level. So many choices. The prices per slice may seem steep until you get your slice, then oh my where do I put this.
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Tasia K.
What can I say about Cafe Intermezzo that hasn't already been said? The atmosphere is very casual and reminiscent of a cafe in Paris, or any other European city for that matter. This is our go-two place for an outing with friends or a romantic date night with my husband. Whether we're meeting for coffee and dessert or a bite to eat and drinks - the experience is always comfortable and relazing. My most recent visit was in February - where I met up with a friend visiting from California. We had a wonderful Saturday brunch where we both dined on salads, and (intentionally) left room for a little bit of dessert. I had the Cobb Salad which was amazing...and left me talking about it to friends for days. Over the course of many visits, I have sampled dozens of teas and coffees, plenty of their delicious desserts...and can honestly say I've never had a bad experience. The patio is our favorite place to dine, and we've often clustered tables together for groups of 10-12+ friends. This is definitely the kind of place (if you go often enough like we do) that you will inevitably run into people you know.
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Nanto Y.
A charming venue for coffee and conversation, or just spending a few minutes alone with your thoughts, a journal, or laptop. :) The espresso was delicious, as was the M&M Cheesecake. My server Margaret was incredibly helpful, friendly and gracious. I highly recommend Cafe Intermezzo for the coffee, desserts and as a place to spend a few quiet minutes or hours. Wifi worked perfectly and there were outlets available. While it was in the 90's outside (yay August in Georgia), the patio was only warm with a refreshing breeze from the overhead fans. Add the gurgling of the fountains and soft jazz music and you have a lovely European bistro feel in the American South.
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Jess E.
This is a great place to catch up with girlfriends and have coffee and desserts. Not a big fan of their food though. The place is so cute!
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Jennifer S.
This place is just so damn cute and romantic! Just ahhhhhh! A special candle lit brunch/dinner/late night desserts is beautiful. The scenery of Atlanta is beautiful overall as well as the location that it is at. I adore the entrance, the scenery, and everything they have to offer. I ordered the cranberries with chicken and mash potatoes and I almost died because it was sooooo damn good! I loved the candle lit dinner I had with my boyfriend. The place is dim, so it has that romantic feel to it. The hot chocolates, drinks, and deserts are pretty good. Yes, I am aware of the how small the food proportions were and it is a CAFE, so I was still hungry after we ate. For how pricey it was, they still should've offered more. But overall, I do recommend!
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Le Quyen T.
The atmosphere here is great. It's a perfect place for dates or just friends gathering. I enjoyed having dinner and desserts here because of how relax the place is.
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Janelle D.
I don't think I'll be going here anymore, which is such a shame because I adore the menu and all its billions of drink options (even if a little overwhelming) and the food. I love their extensive list of beverages, their sandwiches and salads... but what good is all of that if the food can't get to my table at a reasonable time? The last FOUR times I've visited the service has been sorely, sorely lacking. Today was no different, and like the other times, I didn't pick the spot and, again, like all the other times, I wondered why I didn't speak up when it was suggested. Hoping against hope? Well, that won't be happening again! Today I had brunch with two girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. We got there at noon and there was some light traffic but it seemed slow for a Sunday. I spoke to two hostesses and both had no idea where my party was. They told me to go walk around the restaurant to find them myself. Waters were never refilled - we had to ask after a good 15 minutes had gone by AND after our server failed to notice the three empty glasses lining the edge of the table begging to be refilled. He seemed very uninterested in his job. He was slow to take our orders, slow to bring our mimosas (it took another 15-20 from the time the other was placed and brought to our table), and we started to wonder if he was ever going to take our food orders, which also took a looooong time to come out. Then, he forget to bring out the slice of tiramisu we had requested to surprise the birthday girl. We got the check instead. Sigh. I like giving places another chance on the hope that maybe I caught them on a bad day, but Cafe Intermezzo seems to have too many bad days regarding service. Four times is enough, right? When you go out to eat part of what you're paying for is the experience -- and their lack of interest takes away from that immensely. Is there a high turnover I'm not aware of? The last time I dined here, which was last summer, I went through the exact same slowpoke service. I thought it would be different today. I just don't get it. And it's a such a let down, because it's a cute menu with great options for brunch, lunch and dinner.
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shawn s.
Extremely BAD service. We order cheesecake & some drinks, it took almost 30 minutes to get drinks & another 10 plus minutes for cheesecake. The server didn't bring any forks. Asked her & it's been another 15 minutes & no service. Sorry not coming here anymore. Asked for the manager & he / she would not come to the table.
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Adrian C.
This is what I get for eating real food at a dessert restaurant. This location is not as good as the Buckhead location. The service is subpar and so is the food and drink selection. I came here for birthday cake on Tuesday. My server was attentive which is good seeing as we were the only people in the restaurant. We had the seafood dip for the appetizer. They don't offer enough bread and crackers for the amount of dip so we had to wait 20 minutes for more bread and by that time out appetizer had gotten cold. I ordered a burger thinking to myself, "this is a safe bet, you can't screw up a burger" and boy was I wrong. The meat was rare and tasteless. Boo!!! My friend had some type of questionable Coleslaw as a side item that made us both projective vomit in our mouths. I'm giving this experience a 2 because our server was sweet and the coffee was so good I wept. At least the got the coffee right.
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Miss G.
i didnt expect much because a mid rating on yelp and my guess was just right. It's a nice place to hangout but if you are in hurry, please go somewhere else because the wait is pretty long during dinner time (30+mins) if you decide to wait, read their drink menu because they have very long lists and you dont want to spend another 30mins just to decide which drink you want to get. My fav cake are the tiramisu(not too sweet n not too strong).. the red velvet cake is also not bad (soft n fluffy), almond fudge( the fair amount of almond flavor )and oreo cheesecake(maybe better than cheesecake factory, seems quiet legit!) i gave 3 stars only because I had Turkish coffee and didnt enjoy it, it's so watery and the coffee wasnt that strong, I once had better coffee somewhere else..it definitely ruined my night. I will probably come back and give it another try but probably not in a near future.
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Sheena S.
I absolutely love the desserts and beverages here. They rotate the desserts out so they always have something new for me to try. There are not name tags in the bakery case so you have to get either the hostess or someone behind the counter to tell you what they are. Depending on who it is, this can be either a bad or good thing. The times I've gone in the middle of the week, the staff has been friendly and attentive. I would not suggest going on the weekend. They don't get too crowded but all the servers are rude and look annoyed when you ask them for anything. The place itself is beautiful and I enjoy the ambiance. They need to really work on their customer service. This is probably the only thing holding them back from receiving 4 or 5 stars.
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Frederick M.
It's hard to believe service could be that bad, but it is. This has been going on for years and the reason why I say I'll never come back. However somehow I do. They take between 5-10 minutes to greet the table and an extraordinary amount of time to do anything else. Coffees are cold by the time they get to the table. Ice is melted in cocktails. He brought water but didn't ask if we would like additional drinks. Never checked to take a food order. We had to tell the waiter how to do his job. It was pathetic. This is the type of place where the service is so negligent that you could walk out on your bill and nobody would notice.
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Yeajin L.
At first we were seated right front of the door, which I didn't really appreciate especially the fact that half of the restaurant was empty. Not the best first impression in my opinion. I asked to be re-seated, and it was much better location. Away from the door, away from the bathroom. The menu: their beverage menu was very informative and fun to look through. It explained what's in it, what it would taste like. I truly wanted to try every single drink on there (ranging from coffee to tea to cocktails with and without alcohol), but I'd be bankrupted. I believe the menu was longer than fifty pages. I ended up getting Walk on the Beach, which you can't go wrong with. Delicious juice. My cousin ordered Mimosa, also good. For the food, she ordered Southern Breakfast, which we can all imagine what it tastes like. I ordered the Duck Crepe with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese. I was feeling adventurous! And it was pretty good! Never tasted anything like it. It was definitely new, but on the good side. It had one strong scent, maybe nutmeg, but for the most part, I enjoyed it. I was afraid there would be a lot of goat cheese, making it too creamy, but nope. Perfect amount. The duck wasn't fatty at all which I liked. Overall, they did a good job balancing out duck, fig, and cheese. We also ordered dessert, Coppa Caffe gelato. It is creamier than I thought, but delicious. And you get to keep the glass cup, not the saucer however. The service was okay, a little bit slow.
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Claudia A.
I always come back for more. It's the perfect date spot especially if you have an all female outing. First you need to know that every time I come here the service is pretty slow which for most folks means bad. But at least this night our waiter was the nicest slow waiter we've ever had. He made some mistakes but he fessed up and apologized. Usually i get indifference. You would think this would keep me away but let me tell you why I continue to come back. The food is awesome. We shared the duck crepe that had goat cheese and figs. So delicious though the figs where too sweet for my girl friend, I ate them up (yay more for me). I normally get the chicken gnochi and you should too, it's the perfect blend of cheese and chicken in a savory sauce. I always come to nibble on plate that I share and then we each get a dessert. Tonight we tried the Tiramasu and although they tried to push 2 slices on us (cutting it in half is hard boo hoo) I told them to give us a single serving, we won't need it cut in half and we can just use 2 forks. It was more than enough since we where almost full anyway. FYI it's about 2.5 square inches, you decide if you need 2 for 2 people. We got the coffee drinks that have liquor in them but decaf since it was 12am. Another perk of this Cafe is that if you work late and need a place open late, this place is there till 1am to serve you. Another tip: Eclipse De Luna is right across in the same shopping center. I always start there with a cheap drink and maybe a tapas. Then I mosey on over to Intermezzo for Coffee and Dessert and sometimes an entree to fill me up since we all know tapas leave you wanting for more.
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Stephanie C.
This cafe has a wonderful selection of drinks from coffee to cocktails to virgin drinks. I had a wonderful peppermint mocha on the patio with my boyfriend and our server Warren was very nice and consistent. It feels like you are not in America anymore while sitting there I love the atmosphere and I will be back.
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ChauPha N.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for romantic dates, catching up with friends, or birthday celebrations! The atmosphere is great. I love their dark and moody lighting with candles in the middle of the table. The mirror is also a great touch. I even love their restrooms. A recording that will teach you french is in the background. :D How classy. So because I love this place so much, I have probably visited this place more than 20 times within the last couple of years. I have tried a lot of items on their menu, and so I will only list my favorites. Favorite: -Island punch (Virgins) -Rose (I believe they no longer have this, even if its still on the menu) -Oreo cheesecake -Cheesecakes -Orangina -Seafood Dips -White Chocolate Thats just a couple that i can remembered, I need the menu to list more lol. But those I listed above, to me they are all great and I love the fact that this place is open till 2am on the weekends. But let me warn you, Cafe intermezzo's service is not the best. Sometimes, it might be even downright bad. So don't expect amazing services. There might be a long wait as well. A wait for you to order, to receive your drinks and to get your check. So expect to wait. And Thats why this place only deserves 4 stars. A solid 5 only if the service improve. So be warn! :) But do try them out for their desserts and drinks!
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Coco B.
Went late on a Sunday night, food was good, service was good until we ordered dessert. Waited 20 minutes to receive it, in which we watched other patons desserts who ordered after us, whizz on by, which is really disappointing (we sat right in front of the cake display). Decided to take dessert to go. Will go back, because the food was delish.
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Queenie D.
Luv it! I am totally in love with the huge selection of tea that they have! I have been searching for a good long while for a nice tea house, and all this while, it was nestled in cafe intermezzo. As it was my first time, I was only able to try one tea: Jamaican Rum tea - black tea infused with Jamaican rum ... SOLID AWESOMENESS!! YAAASSSS!!! We also paired our nice tea with a slice of their chocolate fudge cheesecake. And although it was nice and decadent, I would say that it is a-ok. All in all, I look forward to having my afternoon tea on the weekends in this place. I cannot wait to explore all the other cakes and delicacies this place has to offer. I truly dig the atmosphere. The only thing that is stopping me from giving this place the full five stars is the fact that asking for a hot water refill on your pot of tea is $1.50 ???? I mean, it is HOT WATER for heaven's sake. It shouldnt cost that much. In other places I have been, re-filling the pot with hot water was actually free. So, I was kinda irritated that they put a fee on that. Come on now ...
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Robert S.
Nice evening ambience. Food was good; portion size was decent. Staff were friendly and engaging. We'd return for another meal. We love the fact that they were open until 1am on Friday; they were most accommodating and didn't rush us. At 0127 - they flipped the lights to alert those of us still sitting enjoying their warm setting to allow them to clean up and prepare for the new day. If you've not visited the Dunwoody Road restaurant - we recommend you do so :-)
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Debby L.
I've been here a few times and really enjoy the atmosphere and food. Sitting outside in the summertime is great. The have nice big patios with lamps, and it reminds me of the streets in Europe. DUCK CREPE with FIG and GOAT CHEESE The crepe is delicious although it is a thicker batter. I got the white batter since I didn't want so much tomato in a duck crepe, and I think it was a good choice. The duck is light and delicious, and the goat cheese complemented the dish very well. However, the figs were just too much for me, so I ended up taking them out. CHICKEN JAMBALAYA I thought this was a bigger, fully dish than a soup. It's actually very close to a gumbo, with rice. It's absolutely delicious and I'd get this again next time. PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN is a staple dish that we get here. It's very good, solid dish if you don't like to try a lot of things. TUNA MELT I've never tasted this but my friends really like it. It's a great panini, crunchy bread and good tuna. COFFEE I asked for one cup of coffee and they brought out a small carafe of coffee. It was a great surprise and the coffee is exceptional. The only reason I take a star out of this place is because of the service. It's hit or miss, and the misses are always with one or two particular waiters. They never get the order correct, we have to re-order with another each time, and this last time, we even got slight attitude when they had to clarify for a THIRD time. Blah. But on the chance we get a great waiter on the patio, it's all 5 stars.
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Steven R.
My girlfriend went here with some of her friends for drinks and had a great time so she brought me here a few weeks later. The ambiance here is great! The crepe we had was very good and their is a massive drink menu. However, while this place really does have great desserts and drinks, the food isn't exceptional. It's far from bad, but considering some of the prices I expected more.
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Vj D.
Great place to take a date and enjoy some great desserts and wine. The drinks menu can be overwhelming, so I typically just ask the servers for their favorites. I like the ambience and the exercise of walking and picking a cake from the case is fun but not necessarily the most efficient. During busy times, service tends to be slow but the servers are polite and that's always a good thing.
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Maiya I.
I've been here a couple of times simply because I work nearby & friends have always suggested it. But I'm not coming back unless it's on someone else's tab! 1) When its evening time on a weekend day, don't expect very good service, even though they have several people working. They don't sit you right away, don't give menus unless you ask, & pretty much forget you're there! Our waitress kept disappearing for long periods of time so when we tried to get another person's attention, they ignored us! Only one waiter was nice enough to come over to ask about our request. 2) The food has always been hit or miss, with the Cuban coffee, the hot chocolates, the German beers & several of the cakes being standouts. The pastas are decent as are the salads but I wouldn't order anything else. 3) At my last visit there, I wanted to use a gift certificate I had received but the waitress made mistakes on my check & reissued it 3 times! I will say that the customer service is definitely a lot better at the Midtown location versus this one. So if you really want to go, go to that one!
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Leah P.
Go see Steven at the bar.....now. Share in the glorious decadence that is Oreo cheesecake and bohemian latte (with Godiva white chocolate).
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MD W.
It was nice!!! Good deserts and great drink selections. The food was quite tasty, but not much of it (to go box was not needed). Great place for fancy coffee, deserts, and conversation!!! Maybe a sweet tooth lover's dream...
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Ashwat R.
Tiramisu is overpriced but super amazing!
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Emmie L.
Cafe Intermezzo has always been a favorite. I have been to the old Buckhead location and the old downtown location, but this was my first experience at the Dunwoody location. I absolutely have loved this place in every location- they have beautiful interior design that makes the place look cozy but upscale. They have a whole bar devoted to delicious cakes and cheesecakes- a 20 page long beverage list- and moderate prices. So what's wrong with this place? It's the service. Every time I come here I spend half the time asking for the waiter, wondering when our purchases are going arrive, when will my water be refilled, when will my check come. I mean it borderlines ridiculous considering this kind of service happens even when they are not busy. It really dampens the experience because I love the atmosphere, the food and the drinks at this place. I even had my 20th birthday at the former Buckhead location years ago. However. The experience and the food keep me coming back. I love their unique, chocolately drinks. I recommend the Spanish mocha, the Swiss mocha, the Cafe Mozart, and the Irish coffee. I love their chocolate peanut butter cheesecake and their fruit tarts. Delish! And my all time favorite entree here is the cheese tortellini with shrimp and extra spice. I will say they their food has always been inconsistent. That bothers me because sometimes the pasta is watery, sometimes it's oily, sometimes it's bland. It isn't cool that it is so unpredictable. Though it has a great atmosphere. Great interior design. Good choices. And this particular location is easy to find and free parking with a stunning outdoor patio- though today our service was slow. Took 2 hours to eat a slice of cake because he never checked on us. And the cake tourist gave us wrong information so we had to go back over and pick again. But overall, a pleasant experience.
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Cameron H.
We popped in here for about 10-15 minutes to get a dessert to go. We left with a tasty piece of carrot cake and a cup of decaf, which set me back $12-13 plus a $2 tip. We sat and waited a bit for it, which was fine. The cake was good, as was the coffee, but it's overpriced. I know they're a little high-end in there, but they are raping you with that bill. The hostess did know her desserts, though. She told me what everything was inside that case, and did so quickly; I was impressed. I'm not sure that I would eat here for dinner though as we stick mostly to independents near midtown.
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Yasmin H.
I was going to give two stars but that wouldn't be fair since I often end up here, so clearly something keeps bringing me back. I would have to say it is the ambience and the uniqueness of it for Atlanta. Unfortunately, with the demise of Dante's Down the Hatch (RIP), there just aren't that many old-world feeling, intimate and immersive fuzzy feeling places in Atlanta that go all out with their ambience. So overall, five stars for the good vibes and relaxing atmosphere knocked down bc two stars for food, 4 stars for sweets, and the drinks... get confusing. So I settled on four stars overall. I may change my mind to 3 stars at a later date. The menu is overwhelming but my tried and true faves after about a dozen visits are... If you like Nutella, get the hot chocolate Berlin but add schlag (aka whipped cream). They cover the bottom and the sides of this MASSIVE cup with Nutella and then fill it with hot chocolate. My tea favorite (I happen to really like the earthy taste of green tea) is the Gyokuro Matcha. They are often out of it and one time I ordered it they brought out some other type of green tea and I had to convince them that it was incorrect by finally saying that "I promise this is not any kind of matcha in existence" then after a back and forth for a while with what I consider to be indignant sass from the server, they re-tried and got it right. I even poured a cup and showed him the difference (sounds snooty but he was a pain in the butt so I figured he might as well be a better informed pain in the butt in the future). I'm stubborn. If you're craving dessert and a fun coffee drink and an alcoholic drink but can't make up your mind between the three or don't want to get all three, get the Joe Cartwright. It is a shot of espresso, with Verpoorten Advocaat liquor, schlag, and vanilla ice cream . They also messed this one up once. They made it with just the liquor and the ice cream and again I had to convince our server of the mistake and that they forgot to add the espresso because it's in a clear glass and so "Yes, I'm sure. Otherwise it wouldn't be pure white.". Wish they would step up their service and their food menu. The only decent food items I've had here are the savory crepes (the one with duck and the other with turkey n'brie) and even that's because I'm a sucker for brie and crepes. Otherwise the crepes here aren't made quite right and are a bit too thick.
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Destiny C.
I loved the bathroom... U get caught up in the French atmosphere of this place. We went for dessert and I have strawberry cheesecake and my guy had b52 cheesecake, both were decadent.
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Audrey A.
service is nice! food is nice! cake is reallll nice!
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Jeff L.
Very good. Service was a little slow. The food was really good. We had the crab cakes, beef au jus, key lime cheesecake, and tiramisu. It was all very delicious. I'm glad we went. Prices were very reasonable as well.
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Lena P.
Love the Vibe here! A great dessert and coffee place after dinner. The decor definitely compliments the ambiance, and the food is delicious! Food: - Caprese Panini: tasted great, was cooked fresh, and comes with a side of chips. - Spinach and Cheese dip: The dip was good, and they had freshly cut bread, we even asked for more! - (3 stars) Crostini Appetizer: the bread was a little too toasted but overall it was good with tomatoes and shredded parmesan cheese. - (5 stars) Fire Roasted Vegetarian Soup was really good, I loved the flavors and it was great on a cold day! Dessert: - (5 stars) Caribbean Coconut Cake: sweet but very satisfying! The cake was very moist and frosting tasted fresh. Sharing is recommended as they give you a large piece. - (5 stars) Nutella Crepe: I asked for both bananas and strawberries and it was delicious! Drinks: - Peppermint Hot Tea: Never had this before but it was delicious! It clears your sinuses and gave me the feeling of Christmas time. - Casablanca Hot Tea: This was very refreshing and light which was great! Second time around I ordered this and it was very strong - too strong in my opinion! - (5 stars) White Hot Chocolate Raspberry: soo yummy! There are bits of white chocolate pieces on top with fresh whip cream! The raspberry flavor was just right and not overpowering. It's a huge cup that they give you, so sharing is recommended! Busy Saturday night, but we were able to get our table within 10 minutes. Customer Service was good, although getting our table was a bit confusing and the greeters in the front were not prepared. I definitely want to praise the employee around the cake/cheesecake display, she helped us pick the coconut cake and was able to describe all the cakes and cheesecakes to help us pick something we would like, and she was spot on! Thank you!
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Ashley M.
I really love this place! To be fair, I've never actually eaten anything here besides their desserts. It's one of those places where I always go to meet up with friends after a meal, and never for a meal. Their desserts are delicious though. My favorite so far is the Oreo Cheesecake. I really love the ambiance here. Yes, it's romantic and would be one of the first picks for a date spot, but it's also versatile in that it's great to get together and chat with friends over some good drinks. If you haven't been here yet, you're definitely missing out!
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Sophia T.
Food is not their specialty, so check out the tasty yet overpriced fund and desserts instead. The blackberry double decker is my favorite dessert (equal layers of mousse, cake, & blackberry cheesecake), so if it's in the display case, ORDER IT. The dessert experts at the case are really patient and helpful if you're indecisive. It can get overwhelming looking at everything. Take a date here or just treat yo'self to end the day on a sweet note.
First off this place is gorgeous. It's been awhile since I've been to a restaurant that has such great scenery. The lighting sculptures, it's definitely got that cafe feel to it. The tables are really tiny though and somewhat uncomfortable being so close to other guests. My friend and I got there around 7:30pm and it was quiet, quaint, and adorable. It gets pretty busy a little later around 9, 10ish which quickly diminish those feelings of happiness. We tried a few coffee combos. The classic caffe latte which was good but a little to bland for my taste. The gingerbread latte was amazing! Then I tried the cafe hazel. I would've gotten a fourth but I probably wouldn't sleep until 7pm then next evening. We also got dinner, I got the Burger Americana, it was good but they added salt to the the grilling of the burger which took away the flavor of the meat and I was not a fan of it. My friend got the pasta fettuccine and she said it was amazing. I wasn't too happy with the service though. My friend and I were there purposefully for business, reason why we chose a cafe. We were at our tiny little table stuck in the corner and our waiter kept trying to drop hints to get rid of us. We were there from 7:30-11:15 and he came back three times asking for the check. I saw him in the background complaining to a co-worker on how long we've been there and basically us asking for more water was an abomination. It's just rude, it's a cafe for crying out loud there's no expiration time when you need to leave. I'm sure not every waiter is as cranky as this guy was, but the menu was quite impressive with the different types of coffee they have and the coffee fan I am wow! I'll definitely make an appearance at this place, but may be selective in my choice of location.
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Lauren H.
Who doesn't love dessert and fancy coffee drinks?! A great date spot. This location also has a semi-outdoor patio area. I'm always happy when I go. Check it out and come back again soon to try something else! Great date night spot!
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Jay S.
This place has become my and gf after dinner / late hrs spot to kick back and relax. That night we went they told us they couldnt serve and coffee cause there machines were down which i thought completely sucked. So i ended up ordering some type of stawberry hot tea with some boston creme cake. I was sketchy about ordering tea here cause i never have and didn't know what to expect. But i was actually very good, and the cake was delicious. Unlike some of there cakes and cheesecakes they tend to be very heavy and very sweet. This cake was actually perfect, not to sweet and actually pretty light and quite amazing if i must say. As far as service, it never really disappoints me, the past 3 times i've been here within the last months we have gotten such good service and very nice servers. i still highly recommended late night spot for coffee, and dessert.
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Andrea M.
This is a great place for a date or meet up with friends. If you want to grab drinks (coffee, alcohol, or a mixture of both coffee mixed with alcohol), this is the place for it. There was a food menu, but it's not as vast as the drink menu. The food was a tad more expensive. Well, even the drinks can be up there. If I can remember correctly, my coffee date and I had the cheese platter which was about $17 along with two orders of coffee with a shot of Bailey's for $8 (?). Everything was pretty delish along with a nice atmosphere (dim lighting with candles and small cut flowers on the tables) for chatting. I mean. We were there for 3 hours just chatting away. lol. Parking just sucked when I visited this location last Thursday. Um. Yeah. Battling rush hour traffic in the Perimeter area was NOT fun and most certainly not recommended. When you initially pull in, the parking lot you're in is small and packed to the max. I'd just suggest driving around to the parking in the back where there's more spacious parking areas.
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Jessica L.
I have really mixed feelings about Cafe Intermezzo. I love it, and I hate it. The Good: Menu has good variety. But it is the drink menu that keeps me coming back. The coffee is A+ as is the tea--and I am a tea snob. The atmosphere is wonderful and cozy and I love the outdoor covered patio. The Bad: Service. Plain and simple their service is consistently horrible. In one instance I waited over 30 min for water and a menu. Servers don't check in often, and I have seen tables come and go before I even got my appetizer. Also, their small tables are TINY. As in, you are out of luck if you have two entrees, two drinks, and two glasses of water. I suggest that you ask for a larger table when possible. As for prices, I don't mind the drink prices... but everything else seems a little inflated. My advice: Great place for a drink and a meal when you have LOTS of time. Don't bother if you are in a rush. If you are looking for creative drinks, this is the place to be.
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Tiff H.
I rarely come here for food, only for some DRANKS. The alcoholic coffees are really good! very overpriced but I don't mind the premium cost, it's nice to splurge and sit in the dark with an overpriced slice of cake... Mulato, stradivarian, and cafe dolce vita were all very similar to me... chocolate/coffee with bailey's or rum or Kahlua. MAKE THAT AT HOME FOOL. The cakes are always super good and I always regret it the next day when I'm in the gym an extra hour...
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Locals O.
Love the outdoor seating, and the extensive drink menu. The drinks we got were good but the tiramisu had a weird taste to it. It was my first time trying the food there and it wasn't what I was expecting. I got the salmon bow tie pasta, the pasta was a bit over cooked the the salmon was really salty. The service wasn't as great, took us 5 mins to get seated and the server barely came by to check on us.
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Alex P.
Visited this location today and I have to say, based on a single experience, service was better than the terrible, consistent experiences I've had at the midtown and airport locations. But even here, the waiter did not seem to have very good manners and would repeatedly bulge in the middle of our conversation. The food was very very mediocre, I've had their crepe and it was significantly below my expectations. The ambiance was beautiful just as the other location and I tend to be a sucker for that.
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Alex A.
My girlfriend and I had yet another splendid meal at Intermezzo the other night. We've yet to have anything, but a great experience at the Perimeter location and it's been our longtime standby since we often like to eat on the later side and other places close by 9 or 10 PM. We ordered the Chicken Duxelles crepe, baked Brie appetizer, and I had the Parisian turkey on a croissant. It was all fantastic as always. Their good is incredibly consistent and we've tried most of the menu. The service has always been impeccable as well. They're timely and friendly. We know several waiters by name and they remember us. The atmosphere is cozy, but elegant. There is plentiful indoor seating and then there is a large covered patio and an uncovered area with a fountain. I've yet to find a bad table. For drinkers, they have an extensive beverage menu - lots of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. There aren't a lot of wine options, but everything else is plentiful. The drink menu is like 45 pages long. The desert selection is also ridiculous. There is a full case of torts and pies and another full case of various cheesecakes. You can't go wrong. I would recommend this place over and over. It's especially great for couples and even as a first date option.
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Holly C.
Friendly and knowledgeable service is slow during peak times. If you have a sweet tooth you will love this place. No dessert menu, but the staff will walk you through the many selections of the day. The beverage menu can be a bit overwhelming, so I recommend you start with your basic cappuccino, generously topped with whipped cream and cinnamon! Great spot for a girls brunch or romantic date night. Original location is in Buckhead, but I prefer this one.
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Bayou K.
Great experience! I ordered my fav (Patron Margarita) and it was mixed to perfection. I ordered two, so yes, I was a bit tipsy!! I ordered the New Orleans Jambalaya and it was FANTASTIC!! After the meal I was offered a piece of the Key Lime Cheesecake... I must say I don't like cheesecake at all, but I will say I LOVED this one!!! It was great!
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Nancy N.
Despite the hundreds of times I've frequent Atlanta with Cafe Intermezzo on my hit list, I always end up being too full or missing the closing time by 5-10 minutes. FINALLY, I was able to stop by and check it out! For my Charlotteans, this place is essentially a more formal, quiet and elegant version of Amelie's. It is the perfect dessert place for after dinner or a first date. The ambiance is intimate and very romantic, especially at night. Chandeliers hover over beautifully clothed tables, complementing the fresh flowers and dimly lit candles. It was the perfect classic European vibe. The menu is extensive from savory to sweet crepes, salads, seafood, hors d'oeuvres and much much more. Our main focus was THE DESSERT. Two FULL glass cases taunt you with their amazing selection of cakes and treats. Careful, these cakes rack up a pretty dense bill at around $7+ per slice. Just a warning for the foodies and people with a sweet tooth out there. Personally, I'm guilty of both. We decided to each pick a treat and share. I always recommend family style for everything. Gives me a perfect excuse to try everyone's food! My favorite was the Creme Brulee Cheesecake. It tasted exactly like creme brulee in cheesecake form. The cake was fluffy with a little bit of crunch from the toasted sugar typically on top of creme brulee. I was also eyeing the homemade gelato, but will definitely keep Intermezzo in mind for next time!
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Sc M.
Fantastic coffee, drink and dessert restaurant. Breakfast is served all day. Great service. The desserts were incredible. My family and I stopped by here on a weekday around 2 pm. Ordered a cheese plate which was good. Chicken cesar which was also good. Turkey crepe; also good. I dont think i would come here from a hunger standpoint. This is more of an ambience and drink type of restaurant. No complaints at all. Simply could not find anything to write that was "over the top". Give them a try.
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A M.
This branch constantly disappoints me. If it's a Friday or Saturday night, be prepared to wait at least 45 mins for your order. The another 30 mins for the check and 15 mins for your credit card. This place is a great example of complete mismanagement. The staff is seen running around frustrated and clueless. They often bring wrong orders and then try to justify why what you got is what you ordered. Hot coffees are usually lukewarm by the time they arrive at your table. Ice cream has melted for having been left on the tray for too long. Little to no management, overworked staff, and no customer service define this establishment on weekends. One of the staff members I spoke with had to skip dinners every night due to work. No wonder some of them are cranky. It's only a matter of time before this place starts loosing customer base due to bad management.
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Venkat R.
Man what do I say.. At a point of time this was the place I used to hang out every other week . The service has become utterly horrible. Slow , inconsistent and just plain rude . I'm genuinely sad and wouldn't recommend anyone to visit the dunwoody location . Firstly , no one EVER refilled the ONE glass of water we had . Secondly, the table has something sticky / icky on it and it stuck to my hand , so I asked the waiter to change the table , well they moved us and promptly got someone else to sit on it without even cleaning that , who does that!! The coffee I had seemed to have been made an eternity before it was brought out to us ,it was cold ! Apart from all this the food is still decent , but why would I wait half hour to just pay the bill . We were there for two appetizers and coffee and were forced to sit there for almost 2 and a half hours . Yes it's a nice place and no I don't want to spend the rest of my night there. Coming to the rudeness, we wanted to pick a cake , instead of a slice we wanted half a slab of cake they had , we asked for it and were told to go to the bar to pay for it after presenting the note the waiter gave (for the cake we chose) . Well she forgot to mention we wanted the slab of cake and not the slice . The person billing goes on a rant and says she doesn't understand and she doesn't have time for all this and tells me to go get it corrected back at the cake counter. That's just rude and disrespectful . I'm done with this place. They are either understaffed or the employees just have a bad attitude and I don't know if the management even realizes this. Well they better realize that or they ll loose their regular customers.
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Michelle A.
Very nice service and good food.
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IntlFoodie A.
Just left from another fantastic afternoon at Cafe Intermezzo. It is one of my favourite spots to enjoy a good conversation with music, media and fashion bloggers. Looks like the menu has recently changed...like in the past month because I go there for a lot of meetings. The lovely person that attended to us was named Gary or Greg? Sorry, I should have remembered. He was very nice! Very patient and professional yet super friendly! That's always a plus. The staff at this location has changed for the better. I've really enjoyed my past 8 visits. Today I got an item that I have not ordered there before in the 3 years that I've been frequenting CI. I had a crepe... an egg, gouda+cheddar crepe and it was so darn good I'm eager to go back and have another. Better than my mother's and that's saying a lot! My new friend had an egg and cheese omelette with toast and raspberry jam (we like breakfast items at night). We of course couldn't leave without their famous desserts - I re-tried the turtle cheesecake and she had the heavenly lemon cake. Our meals were pretty big so we got to-go boxes. We sat on the patio - which is rare for me in the Georgia heat but the breeze was going and it had just rained... perfect setting. I had a blast. Hope to go again soon!
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Myke T.
Definitely not better than the one in Peachtree Street! Food and desserts were just "okay." A shame for the price... Tsk tsk
Love this place, good food and the desserts are amazing. I also love their large choices for lattes and cappuccinos. The romantic setting makes it great for a date night.
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Shaunya B.
I love Cafe intermezzo so much. The vibes, the feels, the hot chocolate, and the dessert - oh my god. I would say, however, that this place is best for drinks, desserts, the vibe. The dinner is quite pricey and I don't feel it's worth the price cause it is pricey. The drinks (I get the berlin hot chocolate) are to die for! They're soooo gooooooood. It has nutellla all over. Yummmy. But yeah, go for desserts and drinks so you keep the bill short and you'll have a swell time! :)
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LeAnn L.
Food and service is great. The indoor seating is a little awkward though. There's a few seats I'm always seated at which is RIGHT BESIDE the entrance where people walk in.
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Georgia B.
Cool ambiance, overpriced, OK food and beverages. They tried to replicate European cafes and was pleasantly surprised when a friend introduced me to this place. But they don't know how to make a decent cup of capuccino, and their cake was mediocre and they charge a lot. It wasn't worth the money. Better for the mood or experience but definitely not for their edibles.
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Miranda G.
Went here for a get-together with friends. Probably not the best place if you have a group larger than about 6... The food was good (I loved the blue cheese, chicken, and apple panini) but it was all on the expensive side. The desserts were delicious, but again, very pricey! If we had known the cost we would have probably just shared a dessert... It was a pretty busy night, but our service was particularly slow and the waiter was not really attentive to our table. Overall, I would go back for the food, but I was not pleased with the service.
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I B.
I was very curious to try this place, but my excitement was eclipsed by terrible service. The waiter told my group he was getting waters for our table, rather than ask what we wanted to drink. When he returned, I asked him for a dessert menu. The waiter said there was no dessert menu, and there will never be one since the dessert vary daily. I told him I'd never been there and there was no way I could know that. He hastily and rudely explained the ordering process, which was very inefficient. My group left, but notified the manager about the treatment. I didn't get the waiters name but he was an Indian man who was probably in his 40s or 50s. If you decide to dine here, don't accept this waiter.
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Lauren H.
I've been here a handful of times, always for drinks/desserts. Service has always been good and the desserts/drinks are always delicious! This place gets crazy busy on the weekends so expect to wait for a table. The last time I went here was this past Monday with my husband. We came there around 9ish and it was busy, but not as busy as I've seen it the past few times I went there. The past few times I went were on the weekends though. We got the exotic bomba and a banana nutella crepe. The exotic bomba is OMG so good! It's a mixture of mango, passion fruit and raspberry sorbets encased in white chocolate. I could eat that stuff everyday! The crepe was just as delicious! It was just as good as crepes that I had in Paris. I had the biscotti martini and that too was super yummy! It tasted exactly like a biscotti but with a kick! I wish this place was a little closer to home, I'd definitely frequent it more often.
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Calandra B.
Fabulous atmosphere. Beautiful interior design. Appetizers and meal was phenomenal. Nothing to complain about. Wonderful!!!!
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Aiswarya C.
Nice ambience, perfect places for dates. They have big 30 page booklet for the drinks menu, which has a huge selection of alcoholic, non alcoholic drinks and beverages. Food is very expensive, I would rather just do appetizers and drinks. They have variety of cheesecakes and pies and have a dessert of the day. Overall, real great ambience and great place for drinks.
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Ari R.
The only thing I remember having off the menu was the Hibiscus Martini. It was the greatest thing I've ever put in my mouth. I cannot wait to come back for another! The drink menu is extensive, so it was hard to choose just one.
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Julie I.
Never had horrible service here ever until a friend & I got sat down with this server. First off, I can say he will assume he knows what you like And order it for you without your consent. He ordered a drink for my friend and she did not like it & after I told him about it he just ignored us the rest of the night. I am a server I know how things run in the restaurant industry. If a customer complains about something you do your best to fix it. If not then apologize rather than act arrogant and ignore us . Was it because we looked young? It should never be about that. If I stack up the plates for you to take to the back so you don't have to worry about cleaning up shouldn't that mean I'm finished with my food & were ready for the check? He walked past us about 10 times EVEN LOOKED at us and did not say word. I wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt thinking he's busy but his section looked pretty clear to me. By far the worst service. Oh, & his name is Webb. If anything Mike has served us previously plenty of times and has always been fantastic, nonjudgmental & very diplomatic.
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Hiba W.
its a great place.. the ambience is really beautiful. i ordered cheesecake and coffee! was delicious.. will definitley go back to try more of their main items i like they way they have done their interior designing.. its eye catching highly recommended if you are looking for a nice formal place to go
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Nadia H.
The ambience here is very romantic-great lighting, decor, seating, etc. The cakes are very dry. The other desserts, like the Crepes, are very delicious. Almost any drink you order will be tasty. However, the service here is consistently mediocre. You'll have to wait unreasonably long to receive your orders, to get water refills, and finally to get your check. I generally avoid this place, but it's admittedly very cute.
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Shay L.
This is a great place to meet with friends for Deseret, dinner or just coffee! It's very intimate, which makes great for a date! Their menu is like a book, so many drinks to choose from. Everything I've had is great! I love the selection of cakes and desserts! German chocolate, the all chocolate cake and the cheesecakes are amazing! Hands down its one of my favorite places to go!
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Michael W.
I have visited this place for almost 20 years. I do not come here a lot as the crowds are ridiculous and the parking at Park Place is tough. Decided to go last night which will be my last time unfortunately. After waiting and being seated the waitress came over and took our drink order. We were just having dessert so to do this you walk up to the dessert cases and they give you a tour. There has to be a better process as this area is very crowded, and people are all over each other. So the dessert person explains the first case and does great. We make our way down to the second case to a different person who does not know a lot about the desserts, really acts like he does not care and his only function from what I can tell is to explain desserts in this assigned case. So I pick a dessert go back to my table and guess what happened. They had seated someone else at our table. Okay keep in mind we already ordered drinks. We explain to the people sitting at our table and they do not get up. So the hostess comes over and moves them. Our waitress comes by and gets our dessert order. Okay it gets better. We ordered 2 coffee drinks that when delivered were cold. No these were not cold coffee drinks. Then after all this the waitress comes to our table and tells me that the dessert that I ordered after it was explained in detail what it was now was no longer available. The only reason that I gave this place two stars is the coconut cream pie I ordered as backup was amazing.
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S. R.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of my favorite go-to spots for late night dessert. I always order the same thing: Strawberry tea with the berry tart. The service at this location is really good and the atmosphere is the same as the one in midtown. Parking is fairly easy most nights but sometimes there is a long wait. All in all, a great place.
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Morena K.
The coffee and beverage selections are endless.. And delicious. The cake picking process is a pain to go through when they're busy; the cake bar server made me feel like I was inconveniencing him by asking him the flavors.. Sorry that they're not labeled and this is your job. The cakes are all very delicious, however, none were really "european". They were generic lemon, vanilla, chocolate, etc. The service was slow, but I felt bad for the waiter because he was working a section of 10+ alone on a Saturday evening. Meanwhile there were 4 girls doing "hostessing". Overall, this place needs better management.. I would recommend the Perimeter location instead. It's much less chaotic.
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Nonie N.
I haven't eaten lunch or dinner items here so I cannot comment on that, but I've had numerous cakes and coffees and they have all been truly amazing. My favorite drink is a non coffee, called Hot chocolate berlin. It is so good I could that I would describe it as heaven in my mouth. If starbucks had coffee even half as good as this place I would probably be broke buying it every day. The cake slices are decadent and definitely full of flavor and density. This is not the place for people who are afraid of sugar and indulgence!
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Food L.
Always a great choice. I've honestly never had a bad experience here. The hostess, Bree, went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of. Fantastic.
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Nicole M.
While pricey,the drinks and desserts are definitely worth it. You could probably go there every day of the year without repeating the beverages. The atmosphere is a nice, bustling one, with enough privacy for a conversation, and the dim lighting mellowing you out. Yes, it can take a while for you to get seated if it's a busy night, but that's anywhere. The service is variable- it depends on who is your server. I went twice, and once my waiter was this older gentleman who was rude, ill-mannered and we had to literally grab him by the sleeve to get straws, order, and later to get our check. However, I also went on NYE and Lorraine was absolutely fantastic- she was cheerful, professional and speedy, even though the place was packed. All in all, 4 stars :)
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Samantha J.
I am sitting in the cafe now. I would love to say my food and coffee are wonderful but my food is now cold and so is my coffee. Why? Because the waitress, after asking twice, has yet to bring silverware. Very disappointed in this service! I used to enjoy this spot but tonight was highly disappointing. I am not sure I will come back. I will say that my cold crepe was ok. My friend's cheesecake was wonderful. The service killed the pleasure of visiting here tonight. I do want to check out the new midtown location!
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Maggie J.
I absolutely love this place. After frequenting the Buckhead location for years and always putting up with bad service and paying for parking, this location is incredible! Excellent service, free parking and delicious food!
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Slim M.
Gooey, cheesy, spinachey goodness. Yes, I know. "Spinachey" is not a word. People, I am referring to the spinach cheese dip. It's only an appetizer, but it is perfection on bread or crackers. It was thick, cheesy, full of flavor and perfect. I saw the spinach in the dip, I tasted it, too- but I couldn't pay it much attention. I'm all about the cheese, y'all. A + for the dip with bread/crackers. Highly recommended!!!! Our waiter was very friendly, yet not the most prompt. I could tell that he was trying to keep up with everything, so we didn't give him a hard time. I ordered the French toast with strawberries & powdered sugar on top, and I was not let down. To start off, I don't even know how many slices I had, but it was a lot. And to be honest, I was halfway full after the spinach dip and bread... wow. Now that I think about it, I had a lot of bread that morning. Eek. The French toast was very good. It was hot, kind of crispy on the outside, and just yummy all around. I didn't even use syrup for most of it. The powdered sugar and cinnamon was enough. I tried the exotic grape wine tea. It was really tasty, especially after adding a couple sugar cubes to it. By the way, that exotic tea/beverage menu was lengthy! It made it quite difficult to choose which one to order, but that just makes me want to come back and try a different one. It was a moderate crowd around 2 P.M. The noise level picked up a little bit. The ambiance is very nice. I love the way the place looks. The bugs flying around due to the doors being open? Totally didn't match the rest of the scene. Close those doors, y'all. We chose to sit INside for a reason. Other than that, wonderful experience. The food was great, the surroundings were nice, the service was fair- a bit slow, but not horrific. It's a good place to sit down and grab a bite. Would definitely come back and I highly recommend them.
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Hanan A.
I frequent this place like an addict, *when I can afford it. There deserts warrant a special visit just for them alone. Yum yum yum. Try the Tiramisu, in both cake and cheesecake form. Their Oreo cheesecake and their Indian Masala chai tea are notable mentions, and for a savory dish definitely try the wild mushroom ravioli in a creamy pesto sauce, its all sorts of good, lick your plate and cutlery type of good. Very European chic, dim, romantic, beautiful place.
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Mikaela Z.
Was expecting the clouds to part and angels to come down and dance in my mouth as I ate dessert based on the reviews here. Wasn't super impressed, but maybe my expectations were too high. Husband and I got the Bailey's cheescake. Tasted like plain cheesecake to me. With chocolate on top. That was disappointing. And at almost $9 for a single (not very big) slice, I was expecting to at least think it was great, if not excellent. It was even a little melty, which was weird because it really wasn't hot out when we went, we sat inside, and the cheesecake was in a cooler before. The ambiance is very nice. I think I'd like to be taken here on a first date for drinks and dessert if I was single. But for the most part I'd rather head to Cheesecake Factory for some seriously awesome cheesecake. Unless they show up on ScoutMob again, we probably won't be back.
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Cristina S.
I've been here twice and both time the desserts and food were just okay. I do think its a nice little intimate spot for dates. It would be good for after dinner coffee or a drinks, but I wouldn't eat anything. The service was average (nothing too bad and nothing over average).
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Alicia M.
This place totally pulls at my heart strings! I came here for a meetup with Girls Night Out Atlanta and for 25 bucks we had a wine tasting with 6 drink tickets for 2 oz glasses of wine. There was light bites they are absolutely delicious! The restaurant is gorgeous and is perfect for a date night, girls night, or night out solo :-)
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Lisa Y.
Came by tonight, and it was only my second time here. VERY DIM! IF that's a problem for people. The nutella-strawberry crepe was delicious. The fruit platter was.. alright, but did not find it worth $11. Cute place for a date night, or just a place to go to chill and catch up and talk. It was pretty hot in there though which was not what I enjoy, especially since it was HOT and HUMID outside. The sweet tea and water was not fully iced, and the fruit platter was also not as cold as I would of liked it. But overall, it's a cool spot.
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Kashif K.
Why do restaurants discontinue the menu items I love? Before anybody tells me, yes, I know I am not their only customer and the world does not revolve around me. That explanation, valid as it is, does not make it any less heartbreaking for me (as much of a narcissist as that makes me). Cafe Intermezzo used to serve some scrumptious crab cake benedict for breakfast, and the crab cakes had a kick lent to them by diced jalapenos. What's not to love about that? Well, their other menu items, such as the turkey burger (with a wasabi mayo on a poppy seed bun) and black bean burger (with chipotle mayo) are very tasty too. But you really go to Intermezzo for dessert, and I've tried almost all of their 200+ desserts. The Bosco is still may favorite!
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Sandi H.
Being a late night person, I have enjoyed going to cafe intermezzo for many years for desert. Which I began long before they offered regular"food" Recently, I went with a group of friends after an event and we were all very hungry, I explained that while the deserts were good, that I had never had anything thing good from the "food" menu. So, we thought we would have breakfast ( really how can you mess that up?!) we all order Eggs Benedict, I knew we were in trouble when our server returned and ask us how we wanted our eggs cooked. But being ever the optimist I thought ok, it's just an English muffin, ham, poached egg & hollandaise sauce (that you can buy it in a jar if you can't mix egg yolks, lemon & butter together). Surely easy enough for the most basic of cooks. Was I ever WRONG,about 45 mins later, it was god awful! The Hollandaise was a green slimy goo, that had food poison written all over it, the eggs were hard boiled, the ham & english muffin were cold. We all sent it back and ask for a manager. Some very young woman came to the table and rudely said "Like that's how we make it & we took it back so what's the big deal?" We order desserts because we were starving, I adore the Bosco a Swedish desert & other than the ever shrinking portion size it's a 5 star delight. My friends all enjoyed their desert too. However when the bill came we were charged for 1 of the Eggs Benedict 's when we ask them to remove it we were told that 1 member in our party had eaten 1/2 of 1 of her English muffins and did we expect to eat for free? (Remember we came in Hungry) How appalling! In most restaurants our entire ticket would have been comped over the horrible food, (for example, I got take out at the Cheesecake Factory & they forgot my salad dressing, they sent me a gift card & when I came in to use it comped my desert) but at the Cafe Intermezzo we were charged for a whole meal because a few bite were taken out of the English muffin?! Needless to say Cafe Intermezzo management, in the internet age, reviews can make or break your business and the only reason I gave you two stars is because of the Bosco. I urge everyone to just stick to the deserts here, as I said in the beginning of my review, I have Never had a single edible "meal" here & I have tried several. Soggy crepes, a stick in a mushroom dish, 4 shrimp on the large quesadilla... Stay with the expensive deserts and over priced drinks if you eat here! But, Beware of the food!
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Farrah B.
The biggest point for me on this place is the atmosphere; I absolutely love it! This location in particular is my favorite because parking is miles easier than the Midtown location, although I've honestly never been to the one by the airport. It has a semi-formal feel, but even if you're not all fancied up you don't feel out of place. It is a European cafe kind of deal, and their drink menu is HUGE. Overwhelming for someone as indecisive as myself, but it's really a good kind of problem to have so many options you don't know where to start, am I right? They have a great menu, as well. Over the past few years, I've gotten their hummus platter, black bean burger, and the almond avocado salad. Each one was fantastic, my favorite being the almond avocado salad (love the dressing! I also added diced beets to mine). One of my servers the last time I went was awesome, so it just made the experience that much better (thanks, Jason!).
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Michaael S.
Atmosphere is good. the coffee came luke warm and when they heated it, it was too hot. The cakes and coffee took about 20 minutes on a Tuesday evening. The host wasn't nice and made us feel unwelcome.
Beer glass had spots. I hope they were just water spots. It took them 25 minutes to get a burger to me. The burger was ok, nothing special, but missing the promised onions, and a bit on the salty side. I never got my salad. I didn't get silverware or a napkin until four minutes after I got my food. All of this, and it's late and the restaurant isn't very crowded. I can't see why I'd ever come back.
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Ming Y.
i nvr came to have food here, but always had their specialty drinks and deserts. the place is a very mellow setting with dark lighting, a good place to go on a date, or hang out with friends, chat and social. they have both indoor and outdoor seating depends on your mood. the deserts are displayed in a show case, where you can pick and order, and of course their coffee drinks to go with it, everything taste better when you add a little booze in it, and whip cream on top. def come and try if you are in the area looking for a place to have a drink, desert and relax.
Wow. I have been to the Cafe Intermezzo 3 times in the past 3 months. The first time was for a late night coffee and dessert. I loved the place - great ambiance, service, good dessert and coffee. High priced for what you get but, oh well. The second visit was essentially the same. Good coffee - good dessert etc. OK, so the third time my wife decides to bring some of our Christmas guests there for dinner. Maybe 9 of us in all. Service was good, but the food was average at BEST. I had beef rib meat on potatoes. It was tough and tasted like leftovers pulled from my own fridge after a bad home cookout. Afterwards, when we all got home I was surprised to hear that no one enjoyed any of their meals! I figured at least a few people would say "Mine was great." Nope, everyone had a mediocre meal. Sum up - If your out on a date and want coffee and dessert in a cozy spot go. If you want to eat a meal - stay away.
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Jim N.
Wanted a light lunch, so I order an Arnold Palmer, a small greek salad and some shrimp. Greek salad was mediocre, but the shrimp was par, the Arnold Palmer watery. Won't come back to this place...bartender gave me bill that was "not itemized" and seemingly excessive....not very customer oriented.
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Nichole K.
One of my most favorite hang out spots in Dunwoody. Huge cocktail selection. Their desserts are to die for. The service is slow, so don't come in here and expect to be about in 45 minutes. But it is a hang out coffee/dessert place. They are open late which is an added bonus. They are a decent wine selection, but I suggest ordering their alcoholic coffee drinks.
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Karly G.
I've been going to this place for about 12 years now... They've changed quite a bit with staffs and of course their expansion. I'm glad that they've expanded, otherwise the wait for a table is just torturing, especially when it's freezing outside. I always look forward to visiting the dessert area because they're always filled with interesting new flavors of cakes and cheesecakes. My most recent visit consisted of a Creme Brulee Cheesecake, it was just divine. Their bosgo has never changed, it's always been there since day one. I just love their selection of cakes, although I wished that they baked their own... My favorite drink during the summer time here is the Swiss Chocolate over ice with a few shots of raspberry liquor. It's refreshing! Otherwise, my coffee would have to be Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe it's just my love for almonds has gotten me so addicted. They have such a huge selection of coffee, exotic teas, soft drinks, and of course any of your coffee could possibly be on the rocks. :) If you want to learn French, Vietnamese, Spanish etc... go to the bathroom and sit there for an hour... It talks to you with all these languages. What's really neat yet highly un-sanitized is the tassel you pull to flush the toilet. Yes, it's a pretty neat idea, but oh so grossed. I don't want to pull on this after I've used the restroom... knowing that others have done the same. I wish I could speak to the system and let it flush for me. Ha! It's a great date place, social gatherings or just a table for one.
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Allison B.
This is my number one destination spot for girls nights. The ambiance is cozy and classy, and the food and drinks always hit the spot. Gotta love a place with a drink menu ten times bigger than the food menu. I can't even begin to offer recommendations for drinks; it's literally whatever you're feeling that night. However, I have tried just about everything on the food menu, and I always end up going back to these winners: -Seafood Dip -Mushroom Ravioli with Pesto -Spicy Tortellini -Chicken Mango Avocado Wrap Winning Dessert: Banana Chocolate Crepes There is always a hostess standing by the dessert display case whose sole job is to rattle off all the different cakes, pies, and cheesecakes they offer. It's both impressive and depressing, when you think about it. I recommend sitting outside if possible, as inside seating can get a little cramped. Outside seating is great when it's not too hot, or in the winter when they bring down walls to keep the patio warm. If you are in a party of 2, sitting at the bar inside is a great option if it's available. In addition to girls nights, I would recommend Intermezzo for... ...dinner with parents or grandparents who will enjoy a good glass of wine with you. ...last-minute date nights. ...first dates. ...awkward introductions to your significant other's ex-girlfriend. Yeah, even those are more bearable at the Mezz. Happy munching!
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Spiro T.
Yes, Intermezzo has an extensive menu. That's not what makes this place unique. Ambiance and drinks are what make this place. Ambiance: VERY nice place to take a date to. Also a great place to gather with friends and spend the nights exchanging stories. Drinks: VERY inventive coffee-based alcoholic drinks that are made VERY well. They don't post their drink menu online, so you'll have to pay them a visit to experience it for yourself. I guarantee that so many drinks will appeal to you, that you'll have a tough time choosing. My advice: Skip dessert at your restaurant of choice and come to Intermezzo for Act II of your date!
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Nelscine e.
The atmosphere was very pleasant. Met a group of 4 other ladies there. One of the ladies was given a cup with what appeared to be dried tea leaves inside and outside of the cup. She requested another cup. The second cup had what appeared to be red lipstick on the outside and was discolored on the inside. Not good. Finally she was brought a relatively clean cup. Seems the server would have checked the second cup very closely prior to bringing it out, IJS. My mango mango tea was very fragrant and most delicious. We requested raw sugar, our server did not appear to know what it was and that they had it available. I had the Chicken Florentine which was an ample serving for the price and pretty good. Did not try any of the desserts.
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Brooke B.
The first time I went to Cafe Intermezzo was on my birthday 10 years ago. So I guess this is my 10-year Intermezzo anniversary. Awww. I've been back dozens of times since then. I even went on my first date with my boyfriend at Intermezzo (it really is a great place for a first date!). The place keeps luring me back in because it really has the nicest, most European cafe style I've seen in Atlanta. And did I mention it's a fabulous place for a date? BUT. The decor is where the similarities to a nice European cafe end. No wait, the prices are also similarly high and the service is really slow. Scratch that. What's the main difference? No cafe in Europe with any pride would ever serve the sad, weak coffees this place makes. I mean, the drink menu is like 30 pages long! You'd think there would be SOME coffee drink that tastes right? Nope. I've tried 7 or 8 different lattes/cappuccinos to no avail. I don't get it. The espresso tastes fine. Why dilute it until your so-called coffee tastes like lukewarm milk? I hate to use the S-word, but... Starbucks makes better drinks for a lot cheaper. There, I said it. While I'm at it, I may as well bring up the cakes. I'd say 3 out of 4 times I've had dessert at Intermezzo, it's been delicious and decadent (especially the cheesecake - yum!). But that 1/4 of the time, the cakes have been dry and tasteless. That's pretty rough when you're paying $7 a slice. My advice is to stick with the pies and cheesecake if you're worried about crunching on stale chocolate cake. So here's my reasoning: 1 star for the cheesecake, 1 star for ambiance and 1 star for staying open late. Minus 2 stars for the drinks.
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Abby M.
My first visit to Cafe Intermezzo is yet another 3.5-star experience and while I had an enjoyable time and will likely return, I just cannot round my rating up to a solid 4 stars. The best aspects of my visit can be attributed to my company and the nearly-stormy summertime night which we were able to enjoy while sitting on the patio. For nearly two years now I have driven by the Cafe around two times a day, but I had never actually checked out the place; shoot, I had never been anywhere in the plaza other than McKendrick's and Alon's. I was not aware that the community had been graced with a late-night watering hole that focused on more than alcohol or cheap eats and definitely was not prepared for the setting, which was very old-world-elegance/fashion-meets-casual-trendinessÂ. It all made for a neat environment in which to chill for a little while before winding down for the night. After what seemed like a little source-uncertain confusion between the hostess and servers when we entered the Cafe, we were quickly seated at a cozy two-top next to the patio railing. The patio is a neat place to sit when the weather permits; this small outside area allows diners to feel somewhat more laid-back and the experience is further enhanced by the fact that it looks out onto the airy courtyard and walkway area that lies amongst the other restaurants and shop-fronts. Oftentimes I am not intrigued by the hip, trendy, modernized cafe/bistro restaurants, but here the atmosphere is enhanced by the placement of Cafe Intermezzo and, therefore, attracts a pretty diverse crowd of patrons. Once the sun has started to set it can be difficult to see the details of and colors in your food (I think this would apply both inside and outside), so you'll just have to rely on your other senses for your eating enjoyment. It took a little while before we got the chance to order after our waters were delivered and the food was slightly slower than I would have expected based on the number of our fellow diners and the menu items themselves, but oh well, I will just remember to stay away if I am in a hurry. The noteworthy expanse of the beverage menu really surprised me given the size of the Cafe and the food menu. These guys have a fair few wines by the bottle and glass, a reasonable number of varied beers, a giant liquor/liqueur assortment, lots of coffee drinks and a sizable tea menu, which is what we chose to take advantage of this past Wednesday night. I really like that so many specific styles of tea are represented on Cafe Intermezzo's menu and that they are all the same price per pot. In fact, this is the first and foremost reason that I look forward to revisiting; my tea game is lacking and I hope that this will provide a convenient location at which to expand my horizons. The menu is pretty standard as far as Americanized cafe-fare goes and, unfortunately, reflects the prices of a more culinary-focused establishment. Our tab ended up being just under $30, without tip, but it included no more than two teas, an egg dish and a vegetarian sandwich. Our teas were quite nice and my S.O. seemed to like his Caprese panini (a pressed sandwich of mozzarella, tomato, onion and mayo with a half-handful of potato chips). My Eggs Benedict consisted of a split English muffin with one or two super-thin slices of ham, two eggs cooked exactly like I requested them (the eggy/runnier, the better), an unseasoned hollandaise that might have been a little over-proportioned on the butter versus egg yolk and was accompanied by medium-diced breakfast potatoes with specks of colorful pepper and most likely no salt or pepper whatsoever. I try to avoid using salt if it is not already provided, thus leaving me to ask for it, but I could not enjoy my order without additional seasoning and had to break my rule and ask. Though I am not normally one to partake in heavy sweets when I go out for lunch or dinner, those treats offered at Cafe Intermezzo sound delicious and I will have to try one sometime when I just want a sweet snack or have saved enough room for dessert after dinner. I also wish I remembered our waitress' name; she was very sweet and more than helpful whenever we made any requests. I will certainly be back and in the future I will remember to order something other than savory or entree dishes.
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Kulbir S.
Has been a regular Saturday night coffee n desserts spot for us...always a delight to be here with a pleasant n attentive staff. A great place for delightful dessert menu that brings the extra 'aha' to weekend spirits!
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Michael D.
This location is not my cup o' tea. Too many miniature winged critters flying about (this is inside the restaurant, not the patio area). Health dept score was 86 last I saw. There are too many nearby places to put up with the flies buzzing about your head. But of course, your mileage may vary.
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Jonathan M.
A tad pricey, but this is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta! The ambience is wonderful, the servers have always been nice, the food's great, and the drinks and desserts help make any night enjoyable. Try the strawberry cheesecake!
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Micah W.
Great little spot for coffee, desserts, or even a late night dinner. The cafe is very cute, with a large indoor/outdoor patio area- fountains included- a small bar, and lots of little tables adorned with bowls of sugar cubes and candles. A great spot for girls night or a date. Open until 2am on weekends, means it can satisfy those late night sugar cravings or serve as a secondary location to your evening. The food is good, they have quite an eclectic and somewhat large menu, which I am usually wary of. However, they seem to make everything fresh and everything I have tried has been good. And although their food is good, you really come here for the desserts and coffee and/or drinks. They have a huge- and I mean really extensive- drink menu, which includes descriptions of everything, great for those of us who have no idea what comes in an Old Fashioned or a Tom Collins. In addition, they have gourmet coffees, many of which include liquors. And then there are the desserts. Amazing, beautiful, and oh so yummy cakes, cheesecakes, pies, and tarts. You go to the case located at the bar to look at the fresh creations and tell them which you would like. There is always a server or bartender there to tell you which each is and give recommendations. And all of them are delicious. Service is decent, the service at the dessert counter is best, table service could definitely be better. But the atmosphere and dessert/coffee/drink/food offerings make for a truly enjoyable experience.
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Chris C.
I went there for the 1st time and at first glance cool. However you can't be sure you'll get what you order. I ordered a decaf coffee, because of health reasons no caffeine for me and I'm positive I got regular coffee. I didn't know as I was drinking it but 10 min after I finished it I knew immediately. When you can't drink caffeine and you mistakenly do, you know it immediately. So thanks Cafe Intermezzo for keeping me awake all night, having wait staff that doesn't listen, and potentially affecting my health.
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Pample M.
This is my favorite brunch spot around town. The decor inside is so adorable, and their french toast and crepes never fail me. it's a great romantic spot, or a cute place for a coffee date
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Jeremy H.
This place has amazon deserts and an extremely thorough coffee/beverage menu. The problem is the service! I have been here a lot and the service is always SLOW. Perhaps, if I could enjoy a nice cigar with my cup of joe, the hour it takes to actually have a cup of coffee wouldn't be so bad.
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Emilie D.
Great desserts and hot chocolate, and a huge selection of both! They have really good cakes or all kinds, crepes, delicious sorbet served in frozen fruit, and gigantic mugs of hot chocolate with all sorts of flavors added. The restaurant has a European feel, and it's dark and candlelit. Also, they will allow you to reserve parts for special events if you commit to spending a certain amount (it was about $50 for what I was looking at).
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Luan N.
This is a perfect after hours place, say after a night at the Punchline or after dinner. When you get to the cake display, you salivate even more than Pavlov's dog. The mysterious woman behind the counter even seduced me by saying some of the cakes were sent over nite from Italy. I really like this place for the ambiance and for being a great late night option opposed to going to a bar or lounge. But, I have to admit, I don't know if the prices of the cakes are justified after sampling at least 10 of their cakes. I guess I'm paying for the fed ex shipping from the Kroger/Jewel Osco of Italy. J/K, that's a bit harsh. I even prefer the Cheesecake Factory cheesecakes over Intermezzo's cheesecakes. I think so far, the berry tart was my favorite from here. But, I don't think any of the cakes were amazingly amazing. I miss the environment more so than the cakes.
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Kristin B.
"Thanks for the memory Of things I can't forget Journeys on a jet Our wond'rous week in Martinique And Vegas and roulette..." Few places OTP can actually make me feel thousands of miles away from Atlanta, or even the United States. But Cafe Intermezzo, with its late night hours and chic bistro decoration, is more likely to remind you of espresso in a Venetian square or apple strudel in a coffeehouse in Munich than the stomping grounds of the "Real House Wives of Atlanta." The drink menu is frighteningly long, and the impressive dessert cases can sometimes lead to ordering envy. And that of course is if you can flag down your server to order from. Out of the dozens of times I've been to Intermezzo, I think I've only had adequate or above service one time. Meager and wilted appetizers and entrees are very overpriced. But I will continue to come to Intermezzo mainly for the memories. Late night visits to Intermezzo have become a regular part of summers in the burbs. Birthday celebrations, reunions, going away parties, so many of these occasions have been accompanied by a slice of warmed Derby Pie (a must try) and a french press of coffee. Somehow, the bad service isn't a nuisance when you're surrounded by half a dozen of your closest friends. So don't be scared away by the long waits and somewhat overpriced food. Instead, come and savor everything: time with people you enjoy and desserts that cost more than your alcoholic beverage. Yum.
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Ashley P.
LOVE. THIS. PLACE. I've come here on multiple occasions and gotten the most superior service. I'm a huge fan of the various cheesecake and hot chocolates they serve. The hostesses and bartenders are really knowledgeable and a ball of fun! Plus there is a 50% off of $10 deal on halfoffdepot.com for this and the Buckhead location. YES!!!
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Lina M.
Typical late night coffee/tea cake/small snack place. If you're really hungry this is not the place. this is the place you go after you ate, to have dessert & drinks It's good & romantic for a date, it is also great for a girls night out I've been here countless times the cakes are always fascinating! The waitress told me that most of their cakes are shipped from Italy or made upstairs. You really don't have to worry about the waiters/waitresses because even if they're super busy, when go here everyone goes to chat so while you're stuck in a deep conversation everything seems to arrive in the right time!
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Hayley C.
I must first say, if this Intermezzo location is the only one you have been to, PLEASE try the location on Peachtree Street before you make a real decision about Cafe Intermezzo. Now with that out of the way, I can start my rant! I must say I have never had bad food or drink at Intermezzo, but the service at this particular location is horrible. BEYOND horrible actually!! I have been here four times and every time I go, I want to shoot myself in the foot for not going to the Peachtree Street location instead!! The only plus side to this location is the parking. I like the valet. Other than that, do not go here! The staff is rude and do not care. Here is an example of one of my experiences here: I came here with a few of my girlfriends (two of them had never been to Cafe Intermezzo!) and I brought a coupon from Half Off Depot. The coupon was on my phone, on the Half Off Depot app. NO where on my coupon did it say it needed to be printed out. (I've used quite a few few HOD/Groupon/etc coupons around the city via my phone before) I notified the waitress before we even ordered and she said it would be no problem. One of the girls at my table was on a budget, so I was letting her use the coupon so she could get a nice dish. So we ordered, and that was probably the last time we really got a good look at our waitress. It took forever to get our drinks. They were never refilled. Our food came out at very weird times. I was finished with my food before another party member even got their food!! The whole process takes forever, and we start worrying about the time. We had a movie to catch, and thought we had all the time in the world! But thanks to the customer-no-service, we waited to try and get our check FOREVER. I let the waitress know who is getting the discount. She then says we need it printed out (wait.. what?!). I ask to speak to a manger. I explain to him that we had been told at the beginning that this was ok. The manager does nothing to help us. He quick with his words and act like we are taking up his valuable time. I even ask if HE can print it out in the office just this once. But no, nothing. Just too bad for us! Since we are in a rush now, thanks to the slow service, I just let it go. (I let my friend borrow money since she had planned her meal around the coupon) When we finally flag down our waitress (or any staff! Where the hell was all the staff? Party in the back room??) to try and get to-go boxes, it takes again, FOREVER, for us to get our cards back. It was so embarrassing since I had raved over and over about Intermezzo. This location is such a shame. I hope they do a major overhaul, on staff AND management!
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Mike Y.
I can see that many people have a love hate relationship with this place. I'll be honest...I'm not a fan of sitting inside or outside their restaurant. On busy nights there are too many douchey people hanging around and their coffee drinks are mediocre. What I DO LOVE is the fact you can get their desserts To-Go. I like being able to head home with a tiramisu in hand. It calms my girlfriend down which is always good. I admit some of their desserts are just meh... It's a chill place on weekdays and it's close to home. i don't know if I would travel far to go there though...And the parking always sucks!!!
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Matt G.
I had not been to Cafe Intermezzo Dunwoody in a very long time and had a blind date there last night. I thought the atmosphere of the place was wonderful. The food and service were very good, we had appetizers, tea and wine. Now that I've become re-acquainted with Cafe Intermezzo I will be returning with friends.
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Tanya B.
I had a great experience here last night. We arrived around 10:30 pm on a Saturday night and the wait was about 20 minutes (we were told). We were seated after about 15 minutes. The area where we were seated towards the back was very dimly lit, which made reading the "out of control" drink menu difficult. The drink menu is too large, so I just put the beast down and improvised. I told the waiter what I had a taste for and he made a suggestion. The drink turned out great - a hazelnut, soy, liqueur, coffee concoction. My dessert was a fudge-y cake with cream cheesy frosting and it was fantastic - moist, not too fudge-y and very fresh tasting. I love Intermezzo! The only downside - the bathroom could have used some help. My only guess is that the staff was too busy promptly serving patrons to keep the bathrooms pristine. That said, if the bathroom had been better, I may have been motivated to rate this as five stars. Also, similar to what other posters have said, do not come here to actually eat a meal. This place is a dessert/coffee/cafe spot. It's a great date spot. Go to other places in the area for dinner and then come back to Intermezzo to finish off the evening.
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Megan C.
Ug, another night at Cafe Intermezzo? Really? With their huge selection of mediocre desserts and Cheesecake Factoryesque drink menu I have never found this place impressive. Not that I haven't tried. The first time I walked into this place I saw beautiful decor, lovely desserts and a very extensive drink menu. What more could a girl want? Well, that question was quickly answered by the poor service, average but high priced drinks and the mediocre food. The first time I came here, I thumbed through the drink menu and decided to ask the waiter about some of the more popular drinks. He told me he didn't drink and didn't know. I asked what he frequently sells and he said to me again, "I don't drink, I don't know. I mostly smoke pot." WHAT?!?!?! That pot OBVIOUSLY made you RETARDED. I have tried this place multiple times, I love the ambiance- I keep thinking I will find SOMETHING I like. I have tried the cake, it is never worth the calories, and every drink I have had has been a disappointment. What a waste! This place could be awesome, too bad it blows. I had a friend coming in on a late flight, and with this location being very close to my house and open, we decided to hit the place for a few cocktails. Well, they were actually alright this time. We probably should have just paid the bill and left it at that. But NO, we decided to order the $16 ARTISAN cheese plate. What came out? Well, a cheese plate, with PEPPER JACK, DERBY CHEESE and SMOKED GOUDA (the publix special). This is described on the menu as 3 artisanal cheeses served chilled with an assortment of breads. For definition of ARTISAN see below. "An artisan (from Italian: artigiano) is a skilled manual worker who makes items that may be functional or strictly decorative, including furniture, clothing, jewelry, household items, and tools. The term can also be used as an adjective to refer to the craft of hand making food products, such as bread, beverages and CHEESE." This cheese was not hand made or high quality, and wasn't made anywhere special. It was most likely picked up from the publix deli. Its fine if you want to sell smoked gouda and pepperjack, but don't sell it for $16 and make me think I am going to get some high quality local cheese! Anyway, the service wasn't stellar either, we had to flag the waitress down for any drink refills and for our check. I guess since we were catching up we didn't notice the service too much, but the food was, as always, a total dissapointment. Probably won't be back soon!
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David B.
Went here last weekend with a couple friends for dessert and coffee in the late afternoon. The location is nice, near my home as well. We didn't wait long at all to get water at our table, and the server was very friendly. I've been to the location on Peachtree and by far this location is MUCH nicer. I enjoyed the Caffe Bach and an ENORMOUS slice of the white chocolate amaretto cheesecake. My friends had the orange and chocolate sorbet. Very interesting presentation, the chocolate was served in a cocoa pod and the orange was in an orange "shell" (the fruit was removed to leave the skin behind). My only disappointment, the coffee is a bit steep for such a tiny serving. And the fact that it came in a dainty glass coffeecup with very little semblance of a grip to it, my big mitts had to just grab it like a beercan to even take a sip. If you're there just for dessert/coffee it's worth it, but from the people sitting around me who actually ordered food, the servings were miniscule at best for what I saw on the menu for the price.
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Ravi B.
Our service sucked! First he didn't give us time to decide what to drink. We finally chose something on the spot because he kept coming back every 30 seconds for about 3 minutes ("what do you want???") He couldn't even recommend a drink. The hot chocolate tasted like hot milk with not enough chocolate chips. I always go to intermezzo in Midtown Atlanta and their hot chocolate is amazing. We waited 20 minutes to order and we see our server saying hi to friends and walking around but not seeing if we're ok or what our order is. Finally after asking for him as he walks by he got us new hot chocolate but still didn't take care our order. The hot chocolate ended up having toooo much chocolate. Then he didn't even ask if the drink was ok. When i went to go order cake there was no one helping explain about the cakes like in Midtown. Later on, the manager came and he was really nice. I have to give him an excellent rating, but our server sucked. When we got our food the server never asked us if we're ok or need anything. My salad sucked. My cousin's tortellini was good though. Look at me finding the silver lining lol. When we were leaving, our server never even acknowledged us or said thank you or anything.
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Lyndsay K.
I can't believe I recently suggested to a date that we go to this totally cliche' date place. My rationale? They're open late enough to make that date continue and they have liquor. 'Nuff said. I ordered my usual for this cliche' date place I've been 1000 times - the Cafe Suss Nuss. Yummy as always. Can't remember what Date had, but it doesn't matter since I paid. Right? Right. A teensy bit better than its sister Buckhead location, but only because it didn't feel as "date-y" as the other. Alas, not somewhere I'd go often, but ok for a late-night date you aren't ready to end.
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Chuan S.
Me and the wife are fans of intermezzo for dessert and drinks rather than their full menu. The selection of cakes and other dessert is always pretty good, really wide selection of teas, coffees, mixed drinks and wines. Which means it's often a better choice for dessert after a meal than what the restarant can offer. Worth the trip after dinner for sweet-stuff. They're open Late and on Sundays which adds to the plus points. Once the diets are over we'll be back
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Amanda J.
I've been here twice with family. We've tried coming here to eat three times but the parking lot was full so we left. It's right across from Perimeter so it actually doesn't matter when you come, the traffic and parking is always a bitch. Best to have another place in mind just in case. First, let me just say that I want to like this place, I really do. I love the style, the mirrors, the patio the amazing cakes and pies, the fun and looooooooooong drink list. But for all the neat things this place offers there's forgetful waitresses, over priced fruit platters, and non crepe entrees that are only meh. A word of advice? Don't eat inside the restaurant during warm weather. They don't keep the A/C up and if you request it to be turned up they'll let you know they don't have control over the thermostat. Yeah okay.... Pasta dishes are boring and not worth the trip. Fruit platter appetizer is a handful of fruit. Not worth the money. The bread and olive oil appetizer is flavorless. Better use the butter. Artichoke and spinach crepe wasn't a hit. The pumpkin cake was amazing. The frosting was fantastic! I could feel my teeth rotting out of my mouth. Those goat cheese medallions are yummy. The drink with strawberries, lemonade and almond was nice. Stop by after dinner to eat a slice of cake and have a fun drink but don't come here for dinner.
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Bailey B.
I am a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo concept and of their stores. After shopping with my wife and generally having a fun Suday afternoon, we decided impulsively to leave the cats to their own devices for another couple of hours and make a romantic late afternoon/early evening at the perimeter location of Cafe Intermezzo. Service was attentive and patient, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the unleaded Champagne was definetely the best alcohol-free booze I've ever had. We knocked off the whole bottle, and a couple of coffees, too! The word "Intermezzo" is Italian for intermission, as during a concert or play. Cafe Intermezzo does a great job of providing a classy, intimate, romantic setting for those moments when you need an "Intermezzo" from the grind.
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Vanessa R.
Came here a few nights ago for the first time. The service was great. If you are looking for a full menu of food this may not be your place. However the salads are great and the teas are perfect. Also they have a awesome drink menu. I'm officially a fan.
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Liz H.
This location is more classy and elegant than the Peachtree one because of the decorations and tables. I sat outside under some roof, and the tables were black and hollow in some place with some flower design. I remember two things about this place: it's tucked away in the plaza, and they let us stay half an hour past closing time. Great place to meet up and talk, or I can see this place used for dates. Even late at night, I saw several professionally dressed people.
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Mitch R.
I love this restaurant. This is the best place for coffee and dessert. The WiFi is super slow, otherwise at least they have it. Be careful with the coffee and dessert portions though. They are a bit small. I'm very tempted to give them four stars, but I know that pricey places typically have smaller quantities.
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Rick F.
What a find! European style cafe, restaurant and bakery. They did a great job with the design! I've never seen a larger selection of tea's! Served the traditional European way with the appropriate cups, saucers etc. The food is great, homemade style! I had the 3 cheese grilled cheese sandwich with a cream of tomato soup! The soup was great, the cheese sandwich left much to be desired! Everyone else loved the food! The dessert is really the reason to come here, unbelievable! Great date place!
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Tim B.
Service is really slow and inattentive, especially when they know they'll get a 18% tip regardless because we had 6 people in our group.
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Mike M.
my high school hang out. too many good memories to recount. my rating is biased - out of all the years i have hung out here, i have only drank black coffee. but the atmosphere and memories are 6 stars. viva la intermezzo.
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Mick D.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for a date or an after-show conversation and consume enough sugar to knock down a horse. The savory menu is good, but make sure you get the tour of the dessert cabinets. Service is sometimes spotty, which is the only reason I give this Atlanta fixture three stars instead of four.
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Helmut B.
It is visually very exciting, the crowd, the ersatz ambiance, the display case of European inspired cakes and desserts. All looks very promising. The service can be spotty and on more then one occasion the wait person did not speak English well. While I appreciate foreign exchange programs and even work release programs - I feel rudimentary training is in order. Some of the desserts I have sampled are good, while others seem to be extruded from a uni- flavored dessert machine that only changes the form and decorative presentation of a given item.
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Amrita J.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place regardless of what time of the day it is. It's a great place to stop by during the day to grab a bit to eat or some coffee/dessert, as well as a nice romantic place to go on a date, or if you're just trying to have a low-key night with friends. The coffee and desserts are great. Every time I go the drink menu overwhelms me a bit though, because it's seriously like a novel that you have 5 minutes to read before your server comes back around and asks you what it is that you want to drink! ;) I don't eat there much, but have had a few of their paninis/wraps, which are pretty good also. Can't go wrong with this place!
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Sanjay D.
3 out of 4 members of my family were violently sick straight after eating here. Looking back now the food was only just warm when we got it. My wife sent an email to them and we heard back instantly from ..... their lawyers (who were just fact gathering), but never from the cafe. There was something very wrong about how this place operates. My experience was from last year but just got to making comment now.
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Mel R.
Wish I could give no stars. My friend and I decided to grab a late bite to eat after a girls night out. They weren't horribly busy, but our server took forever to get us water and then even longer to come around to take our orders. They tried to charge my friend extra because she wanted arugula instead of mixed greens on her salad even though both options are essentially the same price at the store. Then, not even the manager could answer whether or not the Caesar dressing was gluten free (I'm gluten intolerant), because he didn't really know what gluten was. It is scary that a restaurant that is attempting to get into the gluten free market with a gluten free apple some type of dessert does not take the time to educate their management or staff on gluten. It kinda makes me wonder about their kitchen practices and how they avoid cross contamination. They were also out of their gluten free dessert. My friend and I ended up leaving without ordering. For such a reputation as one of the better late night dining choices in the area, one would think they would be better educated regarding allergens and that they would have a better stock of desserts.
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TK B.
Maybe since I went on Christmas Day last year, it was just the wrong chef. I truly hope it is, and I plan on going back again just to see. However, I've heard that the one in Buckhead is really good compared to this one. I got the Gnocchi, I've eaten Gnocchi trillions of times, when I lived in Italy for 2 1/2 years, it was my favorite dish. However, the Gnocchi here was undercooked to the point where it was gummy and not done on the inside. I sent it back, and it came back out the same way it left. My aunt had to send her lasagna back. However, their Spinach and Artichoke dip was really good. If you ever go to the Buckhead location try the strawberry cake. They don't have it at this location (although, they say that all of the CI's have all of the same desserts.)
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Erin R.
If I was writing a review on just the food and drinks, Cafe Intermezzo would have received 5 stars! Their desserts are amazing! It is so much fun to walk up to the dessert bar and hear about all the different cakes and pies and tortes that they have. Their drink menu is insane-its a book! I went for their Versailles Lavender Earl Grey tea.. yum. Your tea comes in a fancy silver french press and lasts like 6 cups and remains super hot the whole time. What made me take away two stars is the service-they are SO slow in inattentive here. Every time my husband and I or my girlfriends and I went we would end up waiting forever just to get our check. Such a shame because everything else is wonderful!
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Jacky C.
The atmosphere is just amazing here! The dim soft oil lit candles make this place so romantic. Two coffees and two cakes will get your check around 30 bucks. Although it's a bit expensive the combination of the great atmosphere and delicious treats make it well worth.
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John M.
Poor service. We were seated by the hostess and given menus fairly promptly - but waited for 20 minutes at our table and were never approached once, while wait staff walked by constantly. One told us "your sever will be coming right now" at about the 15 minute mark, but they never came. Fastest way to ensure I don't come here again. The food might be amazing, but if I never get a chance to try it what's the point?
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GabrielÄ— G.
Don't need words! Everybody knows that it's a cute place for breakfast, lunch, romantic dinner or drinks with a girls!
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David T.
The atmosphere here keeps me coming back. I don't mind that it gets a bit lively, reminds me of an Italian cafe I frequented in the North Beach area of San Francisco. I only have eaten late night breakfast here, but it has always filled me up and left me going home happy after some great conversation. If you're up for learning a new language..spend a few moments in the bathroom where they pipe in lessons of various languages. lol
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Lee M.
I've gone many times over the years to Intermezzo by Perimeter, and the past couple times the quality of the coffee drinks has gone way down. It's one thing to get coffee at a restaurant that isn't top-notch, it's another to get coffee that is worse than the gas station type, at a European-style sit-down restaurant. C'mon folks, if you can't do this, you lost me. I have resorted to going to Alons if I'm in the area and want decent coffee.
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Robin Z.
When in doubt, we go to Cafe Intermezzo. I've actually only ever been in at night, so it was strange to see daytime photos. The atmosphere is the main attraction for me; it does manage a distinctly romantic-European-city-ish kind of feel. I love the pseudo-outdoor seating with patio chairs and tables. The selection of desserts is amazing, and the food is fine. I could spend all day reading the drink menu, because every one sounds to-die-for delicious. Although I haven't tried that many, since the Chocolate Raspberry Truffle is just too good and I can't help but order it.
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Andrew C.
Although a little pricey for my tastes in coffee there probably is no better place to go for coffee and a slice of cake/pie/pastry on a date night than here. The inside seems cramped, so I always sit outside. It is basically a large open patio and is very nice for the most part. The coffee is usually strong, which is great for me and I always share a piece of dessert with my girlfriend. Dessert is excellent, but once again, it can be pricey
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Candice M.
I visited Cafe Intermezzo during a late night adventure with my husband, best friend and her husband. We were blown away by the extensive drink and liquor list. I think it took us 30 minutes to decide on our drinks. We had fun reading all of the options and helping each other decide what to order. The drinks that we ordered were delicious! OMG, don't forget the dessert counter. My friend got an Oreo cake and she was literally moaning over how good it was. Their food menu seemed pretty selective as well but we were only there for a late night drink and a little dessert. The only complaint that I had was that the service was a little slow but nothing to REALLY complain about. I can't wait to go back again!
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Malinda L.
It's a hit or miss service. It's never a consistent service here. We either get a great server or a horrible one. But when we get great service its always a pleasant experience.
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Stormy C.
I went here recently for a private party. We were in an area of the restaurant that was away from the main flow and looked out on a nice garden area. The food was great and the desserts were unreal! Some people might not like it because it is a chain and their food is not extremely unique or boutique-y. But for a group everyone will find something they like and it seems a decent value. The bar area is very cozy looking and would be great for a happy hour. There is even a fairly large bar in a private room that could probably be reserved for groups. I'll be visiting again soon.
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Leah D.
Who cares about the service when there is so much CHOCOLATE!!! I don't know why Saturday was my first time here. If you have a sweet tooth or if you love coffee drinks with liquor this is your place. The place was packed but it only took about 5 minutes to get a table for 6. The service was not the best but like I said who cares. Just sit down and stuff your cake hole!
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David S.
You have to go here at least once, it is like someone crossed Starbucks with Panera and then added kitsch European old charm. This must be one of the largest selections of liquid refreshment I have ever seen, if they don't have it you probably shouldn't drink it anyway.
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Katrina D.
First off, I love Cafe Intermezzo. Why the two stars you ask?! This location- not so much. Although the decor and patio are very nice, the service is horrible!! It took my GF Laura and I like 10 minutes to get waited on, and then another 10 to get our wine. We sat outside where the two person tables are small and our table was never "pre-bussed..." Come on now! We ordered the Baby Baked Brie- it arrived about 15 minutes later. Really?!.. Because how is that feasible? It is freaking cheese!!!!!! We split the Seafood Risotto because neither of us were famished (I had already done a lot of munching that day). It was edible, but the Risotto seemed like it may have been out of a box of "The San Fransisco Treat." Typically I get dessert here although on this particular occasion we skipped (and, it is relevant to add, I go to the Buckhead location which is the one I will continue to go to as it is much better in my opinion). Definitely indulge in dessert though... It is pretty remarkable how knowledgeable the staff (who stand by the cakes) are regarding the desserts... They know everything about every cake, pie, etc. offered. Also, I have tried various desserts here and they are all scrumptious! (If you are on a diet, well, then split it!). All in all, I like Cafe Intermezzo. Perimeter Intermezzo is lacking however. While beautiful, the service is not good. If you must go to this location, still do it... I still recommend the Intermezzo for a date... Cool place! *2.5 stars, if the service was not horrible, I would have given 4*
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Sarah C.
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! been coming here since high school, it's one of my old standbys..they have a great breakfast menu, cheese plates and every kind of coffee in the world! great place for caffeine addicts!!
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J D.
The service isn't always good. In fact, sometimes it's absolutely horrendous. The food and coffee IS consistently good so I come back for brunch every once in a while. The Eggs Florentine and most of the savory crepes are my go-tos and are fabulous. The french toast is a brioche style and it yummy as well. It always takes a long time to get our food so it's a good place for a long brunch on a Sunday- you know, the kind when you really want to just relax and catch up with an old friend or something. Because seriously, I'm not sure how long it takes to put some spinach and poached eggs on a croissant, but apparently a while. Even when it's empty for brunch on Sundays when I usually come. I've never gone on a week night - it's funny to hear other reviewers say it's lively because it's always dead when I go which I love! Their coffee and tea list is extensive (as is the Scotch list) and like I said, the coffee is good. And the Banana Nutella crepe is worth splitting. But yeah, $30 later, it's no Waffle House. It is what it is, people. Horribly slow service, but I keep coming back. :)
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Tine S.
Hubby and I visited this location relatively late at night on a Saturday. We chose this location because we didn't want to deal with the parking issue and the crazy lengthy wait at the location in town. We were able to find a parking spot relatively quickly, and was seated immediately. Service was great-the waitress was very nice, my chicken panini was great, and my wine glass was brought to me promptly. As a matter of fact, we got our food in about 10 minutes-which is a first for me at Intermezzo. (Granted, it WAS 11:30 at night, but still, lol...) I had the NY style cheesecake for dessert, and I wasn't impressed. I'll try something else next time. Would I visit again? Yes. Definitely a great place to go and spend some QT with a significant other.
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Scott C.
Three friends celebrating our birthdays this week. We had a crappy lunch at Twisted Taco so we decided to stop by Cafe Intermezzo and bring dessert back to the office. The desert was good, but $8.40 for a slice of pie? Come on. For that price you should at least use a greener alternative for to go packaging. Service was just so so.
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Laura L.
I really don't get it why this place only has 3 stars. Cafe has incredible desserts and are always offering something new in that inticing case. They have a very expansive tea, coffee, and drink menu. This place is perfect for late night or post dinner, the ambiance makes you feel like you're in Europe, not Dunwoody. Give it a try, I've been here countless times and it will always be my go-to dessert place.
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Jefferson P.
This place has good Hot Chocolate and good deserts. The atmosphere is very nice and upscale, which yes does bring out the self righteous aholes. The wait staff isn't anything impressive and take forever to do anything but that's apart of the fvibe of this place. Bottom line is this is a nice place to sit around with friends, co-workers, girlfriends, laptops, or books and just take it very slow and relaxed with some good desert food and nice drinks.
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Gleni J.
Last night was my first time there. After eating dinner, me and my bf decided on drinks and dessert. Well it is a nice looking place but it was way too overcrowded and cramped. When I sat down, the lady behind me gave me a ugly look. Sorry that there isn't room for both of us but golly work with it people. Our server was very nice and attentive and the coffee and dessert was very good. Why two stars off? Well I felt I didn't get enough coffee for my Buck. It was a small cup I could finish in two sips but I was babysitting it so I can have it with my dessert which took awhile, and by that time it was cold...hotter coffee next time. And one of the hostess describing the desserts I thought was a little nonchalant and rude. I told her it was my first time there and she just stared. When I asked her what was what she just described it really dull and not too descriptive and kept it short. Even when trying to engage more about the dessert in question she didn't really care to pay attention...so much for the 'dessert tour'. But besides that it was an okay place. I don't plan on ordering food but to keep it as a late night coffee and dessert place i'll frequent it. Extensive list of drinks and the cakes and cheesecakes look really good, but I kept it simple with carrot cake. I'll try different cakes next time I go back. When going there make sure you don't have anything else to do after....
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Lee G.
"Our waitress said you could give us a tour of the desserts", I said to the guy at the dessert counter. "Point to something and I'll tell you what it is." Wow, some tour. "OK, what is this?" "Pecan......" "WHAT? I can't hear you." So goes our tour of the dessert selection. When our waitress told us to just go and ask for the tour, I expected just that, a tour... An explanation of their decadent offerings, maybe a story behind them and a recommendation. Instead I got a halfass quick answer I could hardly hear over the roar of the Saturday night crowd. Here's how the rest of our visit went... Coffee drinks - Best thing going here. My wife raved about her coffee and my cappuccino was delicious. Far better than anything from that Seattle outfit. Decor - Also nice. Beautiful place, European style and all. Crowd - Seriously busy on a Saturday night with hip Gen-Y types. Parking is a challenge. Did a few laps around this place before I found a spot. Inside it was like a rock concert. Other reviewers use the word 'intimate'. Maybe during the week but certainly not last night. I had trouble hearing my wife from across the table. Service - Our waitress was nice but a little slow. Then there is the aforementioned dessert bar dude. A post-it note would have been more helpful than this guy. Desserts - I ordered tiramisu and my wife a pecan torte with bourbon sauce. My tiramisu had no coffee taste, and the pecan torte no bourbon. They were beautiful to look at but were rather empty in taste. Very forgettable and not worth the price tag at all. Overall, I wasn't very impressed. A smaller crowd would improve the experience a lot. But given how popular they are, I doubt you'll find this place empty.
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Candice T.
Its a mid-upscale dimly lit, European style cafe that really redefines the word "cafe" (in Atlanta) This place has to have the BIGGEST drink menu I've ever seen in my life! Not just alcohol either. Coffees, beers, cocktails, non-alcoholic cocktails, you name it they got it! (literally) The drinks are pricey but they are pretty good. I've been here more times than I can remember and each time is the same. The service is one step above horrible, the ambiance is one step above wonderful! The desserts are to die for! Instead of a dessert menu they are all on display and definitely drool-worthy. I try different ones each time and I'm never disappointed. I wish I could say the same for the food. Although, I won't hold it against them because it's clear that food is the least of their concerns. Perfect for dates, hanging with friends, after movie coffee or drinks or just conversation in general. Stays open late as well which is a rare-find in the Dunwoody/Perimeter area.
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Fiona N.
I really like this place for their cheesecake and drinks. They have a wide variety of amazing cheesecakes and a long, long, long list of all kind of drinks. I especially love their tea and coffee. They are all amazing and tasty. It does have an European feel to it, that I love. I just hate that it is always crowded and there's no good place to sit, without annoying people. In the evening, the place is so dark. It is good if you go on a date, because it kind of has a romantic sphere.
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R G.
Mixed feelings on this place. I like the ambience and extensive coffee menu. Overpriced? Yes. Worth it if you enjoy the ambience? Sure. But definitely stick with coffee and dessert. Last time I went was the first time I've tried the regular menu and I was very unimpressed. We wanted a light lunch, and boy did we get it for a not so light price. A grilled cheese sandwich should actually contain SOME cheese. The chili was so so.
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Samuel L.
OK, I have been to 2 different intermezzos and here is my take on the one in dunwoody. I like the idea, but i don't like the place. There always seems to be some sort of temperature problem in the place for me, usually way too hot. I ordered a limoncello here once, and they brought it to me not in a cordial glass, but in a rocks glass with ice. Now, i don't usually give a shit what someone serves my drink in, even fine wine, but this completely ruins the entire drink. It was watered down lemon-sugar by the time it got to me, i guess the ice was what i really had an issue with it. But seriously, you are supposed to be some euro-style cafe, get your shit straight. Other than that, the desserts have been ok, and the service has been ok. so, this place doesn't get a "won't go back tag", but it's not on the top of the list for a drink and dessert.
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Anthony P.
This is THE place to go for drinks and dessert after a meal. Or to take a midday coffee, tea, break European style, with a slice of a sweet and maybe even a liquor. The ambience is very European as well. Just don't expect quick service. Take a look at the hundreds of different coffee drinks on the coffee menu! Or the hundreds of liquors! Enjoy!
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Rebecca W.
I love Cafe intermezzo as a place to meet friends for drinks that is laid back and not super flashy. I would definitely recommend this location over the Buckhead location because the Buckhead location has a more snooty crowd while the Perimeter location is more laid back. The hot chocolate is delicious, and the desert wines are great, but the glasses are VERY small!
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tiffany w.
ok, my waiter was SUPER awkward and completely MIA...but i go here after having dinner somewhere else ( i never had the actual food here) let me tell you. their cheesecakes ( i always get the tiramisu cheesecake) is to dieeee for!!! it is pretty expensive ( 8$ for a slice) but the size of the slice is pretty decent. I once drove 45 minutes here just for their cheesecake one night.. haha!! you have to try this place!! oh, and the interior decor is super cute at night!!
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Jessica R.
Perfect place to go for an after dinner drink or coffee. 11pm on a Saturday night and it was packed. Service was slow. Drink menu is HUGE. 2 full display cases of different desserts. Intimate setting. Would go back at a time when it is less crowded.
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AM P.
I am from NJ and my brother lives down near Atlanta, GA. When I visited him last week he and his friends took me here. I was pleased that a place like this was open so late at night (we were there after 10pm) and that it served alcohol in addition to coffee and dessert. When we got there I was more pleased that they served food so I ordered a tuna melt. Our order took a bit longer than I had wanted (I attributed this to having been from the NJ/NY area where service is quick) so I didn't make a fuss. At first they brought out a cheese dip which we DID NOT order and then after everyone had received their proper order I realized they were never coming out with my tuna melt. I asked our waiter, who informed us he took over our original waitress, what had happened. He apologized then finally came out with a cold tuna sandwich. By this time everyone was done with their food and drinks. I informed the waiter I had actually ordered a tuna melt and told him that I didn't want the cold tuna sandwich and that he didn't have to bring out my tuna melt and to just forget the order all together. By this time it was almost midnight. The manager, who was very nice, apologized and informed me that if I wanted my tuna melt that he would have it wrapped and it would be of no charge. When we finally got the bill, we were charged not only for the tuna melt, but also for the cheese dip which again we DID NOT order. Finally after even more time, the manager finally corrected the bill and gave us each a $10 gift certificate. The next night we decided to go back and use our gift certificates. My brother's friend had ordered a $4.00 coffee and used her $10 gift certificate. The waitress never gave her change. She asked the waitress why this was and she replied, "You need to use the whole gift certificate." My brother's friend had been contemplating getting one of her friends a gift certificate to this place for her birthday. Finally she asked, "So if I give my friend a $50 gift certificate from this place, she has to use the WHOLE $50 in one shot?!" The waitress replied, "Yes." Needless to say, she never bought her friend a gift certificate... Unfortunately, I really wanted to love this place, but there are just too many little things wrong with the service that I don't think I will go back when I visit my brother. Nor do I think my brother and his friends will return...
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Megan F.
okkkaaaayyy. i had a weird experience here. i went for my first time the other night and it was okay. i started off with the turkey and brie crepe. it was the strangest thing ever. that was un like any turkey i have ever tasted in my life... and not in a good way... in a bizarre way. so i kind of brushed it off. then me and my friends went over to the dessert bar and picked out our little dessert and a cup of hot chocolate. the dessert was yummy but it was the same price as my dinner! i thought that was a little crazy for a little slice of pie. so from now on i will either go for just dessert or i will try something else on their menu. also dont go there if you have to be somewhere later. the service was very slow. we waited 15 minutes before someone came to our table. so thats my story :)
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Sarah E.
It's hard for me to review Cafe Intermezzo objectively, because it was one of my very earliest hangouts. I grew up in Dunwoody, and when I was in high school, I thought it was the height of cool to hang there with my friends and look bored while sipping coffee. In all fairness, I think the atmosphere at the midtown location is significantly better than that of the Dunwoody one. But at either place, you have to be prepared for slow (or absent) service, and sometimes a trendier-than-thou attitude from the waitstaff. The good things about Intermezzo (besides my loving teenage memories) are that the coffee beverages are yummy and so are the desserts. There's a pretty astounding variety in that dessert case to boot. The bad things about Intermezzo are the service and, even worse, the food. It's not just that the food selection is limited. It's not even how pricey the food is (and boy howdy, let me tell you that it's pretty pricey for what you get). It's the fact that the food is just not good. Don't order it. Do not come to Intermezzo expecting a quality meal. Come expecting a nice dessert and coffee experience. As long as you're not in a hurry, it's probably worth it.
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Cynthia S.
Several years ago, I met a business associate at Cafe Intermezzo and was very pleased with both the service and the quality of the food. I'm sad to say that as of today, this is no longer the case. Our server was pleasant, but it took far too long for our food to come. When it did arrive, the hot chocolate was bitter & watery, the fish tasted dirty, the vegetables had been steamed to death, and the cake was so old and stale tasted like it had been sitting uncovered on the counter for days. The only reason it gets two stars us that the server was so nice. Otherwise, it would have only gotten one.
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Tu-van L.
A really cute and trendy dessert/cafe/bar/lounge spot not far from Perimeter Mall. Their coffee drinks were well-made and plentiful while their desserts are amazing. While my husband and I shared this delicious black and white chocolate cake, my mom and aunt's ebony and ivory white and milk chocolate cheesecake was AMAZING! If I weren't with my mom I would've ordered another slice. Nice yet noisy French cafe like ambiance with candlelight and dark paneled wood walls and furniture. Don't understand why you have to have your dessert order dictated by an dessert attendant and bring your order back to your table for your waitress.
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Peter Y.
I can't quite put my finger on it but there's something very familiar about Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe I've been here in a past life...who knows. What I do know is, this place is a nice spot to hang out and get dessert. And recently, it's been my go to spot to finish a date. Surprisingly, their drink menu is as extensive as Brickstore's beer menu. They've got all kinds of teas, coffees, alcohol and desserts. They're also open pretty late which is good for night owls like me.
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Deirdre O.
Dessert is my favorite meal. So no surprise that I was going to check this place out. Its opened late, there are tons of yummy things to choose from and the ambiance is oh so inviting. I went on a Friday night after having a very satisfying dinner with friends. They mentioned dessert, so I had to not deny myself the oppurtunity to have some. I shared a slice of red velvet. It was all that I expected it to be; moist, intensely delightful and the icing just creamy smooth and perfect.
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Shauna R.
Didn't try much on the menu but loved the outdoor patio going on. Nice and relaxing and the waitress was very nice but a bit unhelpful with the wine selections. The drink menu was quite extensive but the food was a bit overpriced in my opinion for some place that is considered more of a cafe type. I gave it 3 stars since I only had their house salads and drinks. The bartender must have been new since the drinks were either watered down, or too much cheap liquor being used. Don't order their pomegranate martinis. They taste HORRIBLE. Go to Wildfire, they KNOW HOW TO MAKE THEM. Liked the ambience, but that's about it.
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Bryan B.
A great and unique place among the boring drudgery of the Atlanta cliche restaurant scene. Food is good, but what you come here for is an unmatched coffee menu, great desserts, and its night owl-friendly hours. A great place to take a date after dinner.
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Dustin W.
I really can't believe I've driven past this place for so many years in Buckhead and not been the least bit interested in stopping in. After a long dinner with a friend in Dunwoody and blabbing on the phone I finally joined the group. Cocktail on the table and a slice of velvet cake that was to die for. I literally could have died and would be a happy man. Only weird thing that happened was some girl following me to the bathroom and looking me up down like I was a piece a meat.
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Bryan L.
Fun spot to hit up on the late night, Very dark and cozy They have a huge drink book with plenty of non-alcoholic alternatives. They also have a big assortment of desserts to go along with your coffee. They have food too but never really looked at the menu. This is my coffee/cake before bed spoT.
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Jessica C.
I kept going to Intermezzo, hoping one time I'd finally be WOWed. Last night I realized that will never happen. I think I've been there about 7 or 8 times now and the service is consistently bad. They're friendly enough, but it took at least 30 minutes for someone to come to our table so that we could ask for water. Then we had to ask for it three more times before we got it, about an hour total after we sat down. There was a lot of miscommunication going on between the manager and our server - they each brought the drink I had ordered, but I'd only ordered one. Here's a guide to surviving Intermezzo, because it really is a gorgeous ambience: 1. Ask the person seating you to arrange for water for the table 2. Try to pick what drink you want to order before the water arrives 3. Speak slowly, politely, and enunciate your order because they often do not write orders down and have to come back to ask you again. 4. Don't order food or have anywhere to be in a hurry. 5. Enjoy the scenery and how good your friends look in the beautiful lighting!
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Eve E.
The service is super slow. I went in to order a take out dessert. I had a coupon but I had to wait for the manager to prove it so I can use it. When I was waiting for him, I tried to pick the cake I want and there was nobody can help. Finally the manager can and told me I can use the coupon and he left. After I pick the cake, I was told the manager has to process my payment because I use a coupon. And then there was the long long wait. It was 1am on a weekday with more than half the restaurant empty. I had my friends waited for a long time at my place for some "quick" dessert.
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Chris A.
4 Stars for their desserts and coffee drinks. 2 Stars for their lunch. Great place to after dinner dessert or place to bring a date. Large selection of cakes, pies, and coffee type drinks. Very tasty. Lunch menu looked good while we were there for dessert. Thought we'd come back for lunch sometime. Mistake. Not very good, place was empty.
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Falicia G.
Romantic! If you are looking to have a quiet romantic date, then this is it. The mood is calm, the music is just right, and the only light comes from candles lit at your table. Now, my experience wasn't necessarily the lovey-dovey one but, I was with a handsome, nice, intelligent man, who made me think about what it would be like to be on a "romantic date" with him. We sat at the bar, which was an experience. It took about 30 minutes for me to get a drink. I think the bartender was actually a waitress pretending to be a bartender. She couldn't find two of the beers that my friend was looking for. Other than that, it was a fantastic time at a nice restaurant.
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Anson P.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of those places that you can take your mother for a mother day's brunch or a place where people can take their mistress for a cup of a coffee (if that's your thing). The menu is pretty extensive with cafe items, granted they are all pricey. I had an apple cider which was ok but not really worth the price. I tried some of my friend's tiramisu and it was alright. I have to agree with the other reviews. The service was pretty slow. It was a good while before anyone actually came over to us. This place is what it is. If you are looking for some place to get a cup of complicated coffee, this might be the place for you.
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Tulie L.
This place is VERY cute for a date- Great wine selections and the lighting and is perfect for being romantic. Did I say Great WINE?? hahhaha yeah we skipped the dessert and went straight for the wine... and it was yummy... The waiter was good , came just in time to ask us for another refill or another glass. I think the place is very warm.. and Lauren S. is so right, they are overzealous with the heater.. my date got super hot and had to take off his sweater.. The crowd was young, and alot of other folks looked like they were on there date as well.
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Vincent V.
I actually prefer this location of Cafe Intermezzo to the one downtown since it's not quite as popular or insanely busy. The menu is virtually the same, and the great selection of desserts and coffee drinks are there as well. The service at this location is similar to the one downtown, which isn't a good thing. If the service could ever live up to the European style and those great desserts, I'd be willing to go there frequently. I still say that they charge way too much for their coffee drinks. You're almost paying Starbucks prices for drinks that are much smaller. A normal coffee drink here is about 8 oz. of liquid, which is a third smaller than a tall/small at most coffee shops. Don't be shocked when you're paying a few bucks for a drink you can down in a couple of minutes.
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Carolyn B.
A "Sex in the City" themed day out with my girls, can't be official without a visit to Cafe Intermezzo. We arrived here after a much needed Manicure and Pedicure. We walk in what felt like a space traveler and ended up in Europe, but unlike some of the friendly Europeans, we were greeted by a host that handed us menus and said seat yourself. If this place was crowded I might have been more understanding, but if you have the free time to hand me a menu do you really not have time to direct me to a comfortable table? The waiter was very nice (and cute, which is why I added a star). I ordered the Shrimp salad with a Mojito which was awesome. After the meal my friend and I were really excited about dessert (I am hands down a huge Cheesecake lover), the waiter instantly returned with our check, no mention of dessert no refill on our drinks, and to top off this already not so good service, he brings the check without splitting the bill. So after reviewing this place I remove a star. One star is for the unique decor and the great salad (which I will get again at a different location), and the second star is for the waiter's looks alone. If you've never visited this location it is tucked away in a what looks like an abandoned plaza, for it to be this dead you would think the service would be better to entice people into returning.
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Todd S.
We have been here for 30 minutes. Sunday, Sept 4th 10:45pmTerrible service tonite. Do not come!! It's dry outside in the romantic courtyard but they won't seat anyone out there due to lack of servers on a holiday weekend. Horrible management.
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Lindsay S.
From the moment I set foot in this dimly lit cafe I fell in love. My friends & I went here on Christmas Eve last year and had one of the best times. We sat at the bar and had a little snack of soup and a few drinks to ease us into the Christmas spirit :) The bartender was absolutely amazing I wanted a banana drink and he made an absolutely delcious banana chocolate martini to die for. Overall this is a great little spot that I will definitely go back to.
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Flora L.
The atmosphere is great, the food is hit or miss, but the service, well that is just plain awful. I usually come here for lunch and there is usually just one server for the outside seating. Since the place isn't often crowded, the hostess allows us to sit as we please, which results in a server who is often frantically running around to widely dispersed tables or walking around aimlessly. It gets irritating when you have places to go and you're just idly sitting there waiting 25+ minutes for the check. Asking the server to split the check, add on another 15 minutes to your wait time. My first meal here was the wild mushroom and prosciutto with pesto priced at $11. The serving was small yet the sauce was very heavy and became overwhelming. On the next occasion, I had the Chicken Duxelle crepes with a side of potatoes. This was the best meal I've had here. Savory and filling. Lastly, on my most recent visit, I had the Parisian Turkey at $9 with a side Caesar salad. The sandwich was pretty good nothing extraordinary. They were offering $5 for $10 on halfoffdepot but lets just say unless you're eating alone or willing to just use one coupon for the table, the deal isn't really that great. I used it once with another friend where the server kindly split our checks and credited each coupon but on the second occasion, the server was rude and was unable to explain to use what he could and could not do. Overall, I've had enough of this place. The dessert is good, but often pricey..
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Tara O.
YAY!!! I finally tried this place out on a little bday dinner date:) My bf loved this place! It was our first time, but I can say the deserts are delish!! OMG!! Apple pie was so yummy, I literally made up a rap song about it on our way home. lol! Pure comdey...I think they put something in it to make me go bonkers:) Food was delish, but small in portion. The atmosphere was sexy, but I felt like everyone was on top of each other in the main area. Well, my partner was bothered by the couples converstation behind him the whole time. Lol...Thank goodness they put us in the corner in one of the back rooms. Parking was something serious as always for the perimeter area on the weekends. But, snce I'm from ATL I always have a little trick for that particular area. We parked across the street in the dillards parking lot & walked our happy butts over. I hate riding around in a circle wasting time trying to find a parking spot. Try this place out. Yummy desserts!!!!!
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Tymara P.
omg the cake is good! sometimes service kinda slow!
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Mitchy B.
Ok, i like this place, the ambiance is very chic/cozy.. Me and bf went after dinner to grab dessert and we enjoyed it. We both liked the cake we got, my bf is the chocoholic of the relationship so it was only natural that he got the mississippi mud pie and he loved it! its extremely chocolicious! i on the other hand dont like chocolate as much (sue me!) so i opted for creme brulee cheesecake, very very indulgent and rich, really enjoyed it. My only problem was the coffee! OMG ive never had a sweeter coffee in my LIFE!!! i got a toasted almond mocha coffee and was expecting a hint of almond and mocha, but dang!! this coffee was sweeter than my cake! it kinda ruined it for me, i couldn't finish my cake or the coffee.. very disappointing :( but like i said, cakes were pretty good, but ive had better for sure.
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Tina M.
Extremely disappointed....used to be one of my favorite places to stop in for dessert & cappuccino...I ordered my usual, it's like a berry tart. The crust was soggy the berries were not sweet. Killer for me since I live for dessert..
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Nitin M.
Variety of drinks, incredible cakes, a true cafe experience.
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Marcus R.
Excellent dessert selections!
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Megan K.
It was annoying that the place only had tiny 2 person tables. We asked for a bigger table and they gave us another tiny one. Had the chicken basil tomato pesto panini, it was good but not great. The server was not very stoked to be at work, but it was a slow day. I really wanted a crepe but their "crepe machine" was broken. And i missed the chance to get dessert. I'll have to try this again.
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Flora H.
Great atmosphere, great food! I absolutely LOVE the cake here! Whenever I think about the cake here, my mouth waters. My ultimate favorite is the key lime cheesecake. The lighting is a bit dim, but if you want brighter lighting then there's an outdoor seating option. Although it's a bit pricey, I think it's okay to treat myself here and there. It's not a place I would visit frequently, but maybe once or twice a month or when I'm having dinner around in the area. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! It's a great place to sit down, enjoy the food, and converse with company.
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Nadia H.
Cafe Intermezzo is an early afternoon or a late night coffee house / bar spot than a restaurant. The service is extremely slow most of the time. The food is so so. Their drinks and desserts are creative and tasty.
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Victor A.
Ok, so there are definitely cafes w/better coffee, better desserts (they don't even make most of theirs), better service, etc. But not at late-night......a good place to relax and conversate the night away with friends.....their drink/coffee menu is rather extensive and quite good.....especially the mixed coffee drinks....desserts I'd say just go with what the cake lady /man at the counter suggests.......you need to take your time at this place........it is NOT a Starbucks, so relax and enjoy the night......Easy parking on a weekday........excellent location.......
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Jason B.
Slow service, overpriced food, bad crepes... Not much good to say about this euro cafe.
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Timber W.
I loved this location. The place just seemed more refined--with its glossy hardwood floors, nice light fixtures, and Romanesque statues--than the Peachtree destination. I wouldn't recommend eating dinner at Intermezzo. Instead, I go for the ambiance, hot chocolate, and cake, which is displayed in a mouth-watering array beneath the glass counter. Intermezzo is the perfect place to hit up for dessert!
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Nicole S.
Cafe Intermezzo. Doesn't it sound like the perfect place to end a fun night? You'd imagine coffee with your friends. Gossip with your girls. Joking with your boys. But, although the cafe itself is nice, there are some setbacks that might make you want to ditch this and go to Starbucks if coffee is all you want. So, what's good? The deserts. Sweet, fluffy cakes. Thick huge pies. The desert menu is full of anything you can think of. Whatever your taste is, I would bet that they have your flavor. What's not so good? The deserts. They are over priced. They run around $7 for one piece of cake or higher. By the time you add the expensive coffee or drink, you're paying for a real meal at a regular place anywhere else in Atlanta. Being fair is key here, though. The environment is decorated almost as if you are in a European coffee shop. Just as much attention is paid attention to the details of the restaurant as the cakes and pies. It's very cute for a date you want to continue talking with later into the night. I'll be frank. It gets crowded. Very crowded. There are lots of people in and outside the cafe. Fairly noisy, but not overly noisy. The young 20s and 30s crowd are on dates and the "I haven't seen you in forever. Let's get coffee sometime," kind of crowd. So, everyone's laughing, having a good time. That can be vibrant. The menu is limited. There's not much of a selection because, well, they serve deserts and coffee. So, you'll be tempted to get that one piece of cake that sells for the price of 3 full cakes. Not a place for kids. Great "let's catch up" place. The service is not bad, but could be more cordial. But, with so many people, perhaps I'm asking to much. Bottom line. Go with a pocket full of cash and some time to talk to your buddy. It's a great environment for conversation.
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Hector M.
I just had possibly the worst pasta I have ever had in Atlanta at Cafe Intermezzo :( - it was bland and simply uneatable... Do not go here for a meal - go for a drink or dessert. Service was nice and wine acceptable though. Do not care for the crowd as you would expect a more cosmopolitan vibe yet that was not the case. Lesson learned.
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Michael T.
A great place to start off, or wind down an evening. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, without sacrificing its polished appearance. Everyone can find something on the menu, as there is plenty on offer besides the Coffee and Desserts (which most people seem to come in for). There are sandwiches, pastas, and appetizer plates to suit most every palate, and in my experience, have been served very consistently and with friendly service. The drinks menu will shock you the first time you see it. It is absolutely massive. You'll find something new each time you visit. You may want to seek advice from your doctor before ordering some of the more adventurous concoctions. This place is a real lifesaver as it is open every day of the year and late into the night. In a city where so many places close their doors either too early or completely on many holidays, this is a great and reliable place to go.
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Rainbow B.
My father and I have been long time regulars of this place. The food is great, the wine and spirit selection is top-notch, and the coffee is almost comparable to Italy itself. But the one thing that stands out the most to me is the exemplary service. Whether you drop a couple hundred dollars on a big dinner with friends and family, or just stop in for a cup of coffee while you work on you computer they treat you like a queen! Whoever says that it's pretentious is just a low class person. I'm no debutante but Im not from the ghetto either and the staff is just always on point, eager, attentive, genuine, and always go above and beyond to make sure your visit is perfect. Ever server, bartender, barista, desert case attendant and manager is kind and patient. I have been working in foodservice and bars for 9 years and I understand service. This is one of those places where you actually NOTICE how good the service is. Thanks again guys and we will be regulars for many more years to come!
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A B.
Horrible service. Food and drinks arent any better. There are way better places in Atlanta
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Barney B.
cool vibe, good coffee, booze if you want it. all good stuff. the food, is food. I guess what I mean is that the 'red pepper soup' tasted like red peppers. the grilled cheese tasted like cheese and bread. fairly simple, somewhat plain, but definitely not bad - just ... food. probably a good stop after dinner for dessert or late night coffee - but in such a weird spot that I doubt it's on anyone's ride home. still, it blows away most other options in the 'hood
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Steve B.
Thao, I can assure you, it's not just you. I typically go there well dressed, and as a professional in the area, I'm usually with other folks who are as well and needless to say, the service is still dismal. Not unlike yourself, I've been coming here for years and really haven't felt a need to go back for a while. Yeah, the food is ok and the desserts are great but honestly, if I'm going to spend the kind of money I would at this place, I'd rather go elsewhere.
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Sean D.
Cafe Intermezzo has one of the best atmospheres I've experienced in the Atlanta area...Great place to go for coffee, drinks, and/or crepes, particularly in the evening. They have an enormous drink selection, particularly cocktails and coffee drinks. You can't go wrong with their martinis. Their dessert selection is vast...mainly cakes. Dessert quality is decent, but my favorites are the aforementioned. Very cozy place...enjoy.
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Honey K.
As other reviews have stated - the menu is huge and impressive and drinks/desserts are nice. But I have never found it worth the $$$. Service is usually prompt and patio is good on a nice spring day. I go here because it is closer to my place - I won't drive far off for it though.
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Jason B.
On my first official trip to Atlanta my friend Jonathon W. took me out to Cafe Intermezzo. What a delightful time we had, we were shortly joined by his friend Tyler C. who was a vivacious young lady if I don't say so my self. The server was a delight to work with, right off the bat she was up for joking around with us. She was good at judging if we needed her at the table or if we were too wrapt up in conversation to be bothered. The atmosphere out side was wonderful for a beautiful warm spring evening (though the 5,000 pollen count was not so desirable). I would highly recommend if one goes to sit out side. Indoors seemed a bit dark for my tastes but I'm sure is lovely during the day with a hot sun beaming down. The Irish coffee I ordered was very enjoyable but I wondered the entire night why the shot of whiskey came on the side of my coffee. We all know where it's ending up, I would rather you just add it before it comes to the table. The dessert selection is vast to say the least. Something for everyone in my opinion. If you like pastry cream and things similar in texture you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. The one major draw back to this establishment is the desserts are purchased (as found out by asking the wait staff) Despite this small detail the experience was over all wonderful, though I didn't know it until searching for the web site they also offer free wifi which is a huge plus for those of us who don't like waiting to get home to yelp or would rather sit at Marshall Mc Gearty and yelp than at home. One other part is that it's not the least expensive place I've been to. Though I will go back I would much rather see them charge top dollar for desserts that are made in house by a pastry chef (like my self, hint hint people!!!) instead of buying them. Even if they do come air mail from other countries!! Good luck to you on this place I really hope that you find it as enjoyable as I did. Make sure you take someone you enjoy with you. Any bad experiences will be off set by the joy of a good companion!!
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Tim R.
This place is amazing! It's decorated like a European Coffee House. The menus are broken down into food and a separate for drinks. The drink menu is extremely thorough. There are drinks ranging from coffee and tea to wine and beer to absinthe. The food was very good. My wife and I came here on three separate occasions during the week. Once for breakfast, once for a late lunch, and once for late night drinks and dessert. The first two visits were great! Excellent service, great food, and great drinks. I only wish we had one by us.
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Sarah S.
I love Cafe Intermezzo! Whenever I have out of town company visiting, I always make sure to treat them to dessert and coffee at the Dunwoody location. I find the restaurant to be intimate, unique and pretty freaking cool. As soon as you walk inside, you feel instantly transported into an amazing European coffee house. While a chain, the menu is still gourmet and extensive. The prices aren't cheap but menu the offers something for everyone. I love the sweet baby baked brie appetizer, the salmon farfalle pasta entree, the AMAZING dessert counter (the best selection in Atlanta, hands down!) and the drink menu (or as I call it, the novel!). They offer HUNDREDS of drink options ranging from relaxing teas to italian sodas, coffees to after dinner liquor. While I LOVE this place, there ARE 2 DOWNSIDES: 1. The Parking SUCKS! Be prepared for the possibility to have use the complementary valet. 2. The service is SLOW... Expect a European-like meal experience. I've never had a quick, in and out meal at Cafe Intermezzo. When you go, bring your appetite, your wallet, good company and a few hours to spend and you will have a night to remember!
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Jennifer L.
I used to date a European guy. He was over here all by himself - all his family was waaaaay back across the pond and then some. One night he was feeling particularly homesick. I decided to take him to Cafe Intermezzo in Dunwoody. Since it's billed as a European-style coffee house, and I had heard him speak of how much he enjoyed the coffee houses back home, I thought it might seem a little familiar to him thus alleviating some of his homesickness. Boy, did I ever hit a home run with that one. He kept looking all around him marveling at how similar it was to the cafes in his country. Even the menu was spot on, especially the Turkish coffee, which he said tasted just like his mother's. The trip to Intermezzo lifted his spirits immeasurably. I had been there prior to that night, but this was the first time I realized how authentic it is. So, if you want to experience a true European-style coffee house, visit Intermezzo. And it doesn't necessarily need to be for a date - go there with your friends, go there for business, go there by yourself if you want. The servers are always incredibly nice and knowledgeable, and if you could bottle camaraderie you could take the atmosphere with you. Highly recommended. The Buckhead location is nice, too, but I really prefer Dunwoody location.
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Spin G.
Used to love going here with my husband when we were dating, so it was a great dissappointment last night. No longer do you get a tour of the desserts, dozens of fabulous looking cakes, pies, and tortes with no labels that aren't labeled, so you have no idea what they are. The fancy coffees are wonderful, but we had to wait a good long time and make a couple of inquiries before we got any service. I definitely would NOT recommend it.
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Michael H.
This place is a joke! Four of us went Saturday night around 10PM. We were told the wait would be about 15 minutes, which ended up being over 30 minutes because they sat groups that had come in after us. Once we finally got seated, the first thing we did was hand the witless (oops, I mean waitress) a paper with our dessert choices. 10 minutes later we get our coffee and she leaves to get our desserts. Another 10 minutes later she comes back with ONE dessert (we had ordered four) and the wrong one at that. Then she has the nerve to tell us that we waited too long to give her the dessert list and they were out of all of them. At this point we were all steamed and just want to get out of there. The manager comes over very apologetic and even offers a $25.00 voucher for next time. Good job right? WRONG, because after waiting 10 minutes he never comes back to the table. Needless to say we won't ever be going there again.
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Talib K.
Service here is about like that relationship that never really goes anywhere......it starts out strong but never really lives up to the initial meeting/date. The waitress turned bartender for a day was cool and attentive at first then she went incognito for a while; just like the Peachtree location. The menu is the same and the set up is the same as the Peachtree location. Only difference is the clientele. The flow is a lot more yuppy. Also, it doesn't have the same old wood-grain euro charm. But I have to give it to 'em for consistency; my hummus had the same ole "just okay" taste as my fave on p'tree.
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Ani K. O.
I'm bummed. I was told this is a great local place. The service was slow but helpful. The food was not bad. I had a spinach crepe with portabella and feta. Honestly, it needed some salt but other than that it was tasty. The place didn't rock my socks off... and that's what i was hoping for. Bummer.
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Libby D.
I have been to both locations of Intermezzo several times this year as it is a favorite of a colleague. I can say that this location is far preferable to the Buckhead/Brookwood location, but they both leave a lot to be desired. Service at both locations is indifferent and uneducated. Servers always seem more interested in clustering together and talking to each other. Food is overpriced and bland. Last trip I ordered a crepe and got this dry, folded over piece of pastry over lukewarm cheese and cold spinach. Really? for $9? Skip it. Deserts are hit or miss. Most look better than they taste and the counter is so crowded it is hard to get good info on what they are. Invest in some small signs to place in front and this process would be improved. The drink menu is extensive. I have only ever had coffee and tea there. I really don't like many coffee drinks ( I drink black coffee and the occasional mocha) so I cant speak to those, but I do love tea and the tea selection is possibly the best in Atlanta. My only complaint is they plop the teapot in front of you with no clue how long it has been brewing - it is a guessing game as to when your tea is ready. One advantage they have and what keeps me going back is the late hours. If you want a place to sit, talk and have a cup of tea post late movie, dinner, etc this is one of few options OTP. So much is bad and what is good could really be improved upon. That said, I will likely be back, but don't expect me to order more than 1 pot of tea.
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Bryan B.
I've been going to the Intermezzo for about 15 years now (this location and the one on Peachtree). The coffee/drinks/desserts are always wonderful, but the food menu is very lacking and what is on there isn't always great. For that reason, I typically don't have dinner there, but lots of drinks and lots of desserts. I've been to Intermezzo on just about every kind of occasion: dates, hanging out, taking an out-of-towner, etc... The ambiance is top notch. The service is usually good, but never great. It's occasionally sub-par, too, and some of the waiters aren't familiar with the menu or how to properly serve a drink (I've been offered 'rocks' by one certain waiter in EVERYTHING I've ordered...sorry, but he should know ice does NOT belong in brandy)! And, it's not that he's new, I've had him several times over several months. But I'll always go there. Short from physically abusing me, I can't think of a reason I wouldn't continue to go there, it's be one of my favorite places for too many years. I love it despite the occasional bad service.
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D Z.
Nice date spot. Love to go at nite...it's ducked off in the back of a shopping center across from Perimeter mall. The little bowl of lasagna is real good and the desserts are whats up. This is the only place that gives me the feel of being back home in New Orleans with the chill euro feel. Never been to the Peachtree locale yet.
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Josh B.
If your looking for drinks and desserts this place is perfect. I've been here for lunch, breakfast a few times, and a couple of late nights. The service is honestly best later in the evening. For breakfast or lunch the staff is spread a little thin. The turkish coffee is hit or miss depending on whos working but the liquor is always spot on. My favorite thing about this place is the whisky selection which i think is only surpassed by the Vortex.
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Michelle J.
I've been to Cafe Intermezzo at least a dozen times and I can't wait until I'm back in Atlanta to go back. It's the perfect place to hang out with your girlfriends and chat for hours and hours. The desserts are great and with a drink menu as extensive as theirs you really can't go wrong. Yes, the quality of service can vary a ton, but that aspect is almost part of the charm to me. I also love that this location is far more spacious than Peachtree Rd. and I don't have to worry about ambulances blarring down the road. Definitely not a place to go if you're in a rush, but if you want to chat for hours and enjoy excellent desserts this is the place for you.
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Janet A.
The ambiance of Cafe Intermezzo is very relaxing, the setting is very romantic and I love the dim lighting, but don't count on it always being calm because if it's a weekend you'll be able to hear so many conversations going all at once. However, it never gets loud and is a perfect setting to have friendly get-togethers and date-nights, of course. Out of any place I've ever been to, this restaurant has, by far, the largest beverage menu I have ever seen. I however, am not much of a coffee drinker or a drinker-drinker so in that aspect I won't be much help. I never fail to ask for Orangina. For those who have no clue what that is, it is a carbonated orange juice, similar to San Pellegrino Aranciata. If you love deserts then you have to come visit this place at least once, my favorite right not is the strawberry-Nutella crepe. I mean, who doesn't love Nutella, and strawberries are always great when accompanied by chocolate. It is the BEST! Also, if you're a tiramisu kind of person then you have to try theirs. Although is not portioned well, considering it's almost $10, it will be on the top of your favorites list. If you're looking to have dinner, I recommend getting the crab cakes in red pepper sauce as an appetizer, they are worth the waiting so delicious! As a meal I recommend the Chicken Chipotle Panini, the bread is toasted so well, and just about anything with chipotle mayonnaise is always full of flavor. Trust me, these are the things to get. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars is because the wait time for proper service, even when it's not a weekend, is just horrible. Most servers are very nice and polite, don't get me wrong. But, you might be seated within the first two minutes you step in the door and then left to wait 10 minutes to be greeted and another 20 minutes for them to bring you your drinks and take your order.
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Tavi H.
I love this place. I have been coming here for 20 years since I have moved to Atlanta. The terrace with the fountain in the middle could be quite romantic. Perfect place to bring a date. The menu covers a broad selection of specialty coffees, beers from all over the world, lots of wines, cocktails and other liqueurs. Last but not least, their various types of cakes are delicious. Also the food is decent and interestingly preparers and served. Over all, I would highly recommend this place for any day or night of the week. The service is great and staff is very professional and friendly. This place is a must and required visit!!!!
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Leah P.
Go see Steven at the bar.....now. Share in the glorious decadence that is Oreo cheesecake and bohemian latte (with Godiva white chocolate).
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MD W.
It was nice!!! Good deserts and great drink selections. The food was quite tasty, but not much of it (to go box was not needed). Great place for fancy coffee, deserts, and conversation!!! Maybe a sweet tooth lover's dream...
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Ashwat R.
Tiramisu is overpriced but super amazing!
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Paul K.
[Time & Date of visit]: Many weekday nights, weekend afternoons and evenings. [Party Size]: 2-8 [Location/Ambiance]: Parking - Weekdays there seems to be a good bit of parking on the Alon's, Spa Sydell and McKendricks side with out issue. I like to enter and leave here via Perimeter Center E rd instead of passing the Exxon gas station and parking in the front. Weekend nights - ummm... yeah. You'll be doing some laps or going up and down row looking for a spot. Inside - I can't remember exactly what year they remodeled, but having an actual roof over the paved / concrete flooring makes things a little more comforting while still giving some tables to be completely "outside". We'll just call it the "patio" section, which is more spacious I think, though a light definition compared to how cramp it is inside. The metal chairs are pretty un-comfy, fair warning for girls in shorts; you'll have the outlining on the back of your legs when leaving. Restroom - A little more hidden to any out of towners or first timers. Past the bar and in the hallway that only looks like a back room for servers to enter orders. Men's room has two standing urinals and one stall I believe. Ambiance - Candle light tables and dimly lit dining notions a romantic atmosphere and / or intimate experience. Noise levels can range, depending on how busy they are. [Service]: Full dining style. Though consistency has been a hit or miss. I think it just depends how busy they are and how many other tables your server may be juggling. Ok to great. Have yet to have a bad server experience though. Ordering Cakes / pies / dessert display case - A "cake-pert" or two (trademark pending =P) explains the various desserts on display that day. They do not like to put labels out for some reason. But you can always ask what's "in it". Though, I think it is confusing as they are dressed normally instead of server attire. [Food Highlights]: *Tip - All cakes / desserts aren't actually made on location but delivered. Though they do give a very huge, generous slice for sharing. If you want to. Spinach Cheese Dip - Good if you enjoy things cheesy. More dip than bread, so scoop generously. Seafood Cheese Dip - Creamy and cheesy. Bits of seafood. Yes please. Lobster ravioli - Portions are small, was ok. Smoked Salmon Pasta - Very creamy. Salmon was ok. Pretty good. Almond tiramisu - Slightly bland on top and rich on the bottom layer. So so. Coconut cream cake - Overly rich than anything. Meh. Bosco - Not as good as it used to be. Pretty tart. Mexican hot chocolate - Medium level sweetness. Pretty good. Mint Chocolate Granita - A tad too rich for my tastes. Hot Chocolate (regular) - Semi sweet to me I think. Ok choice if you're overwhelmed by all the options. {Summary}: I think that service and noise levels would fluctuate depending if you are going on a weekday or weekend evening. Certain food items have been consistent most times we have it, others are just meh. It's usually an after dinner spot for whenever I visit, I don't think most entree's here would be filling. The cake slices are def. made for sharing unless you are a big foodie, then by all means nom nom away. 3.5 stars.
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John E.
You can find this location of Cafe Intermezzo at 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30346, the Park Place shopping center across from the Perimeter Mall. Other restaurants in the same mall include the very good tapas at Eclipse di Luna (across the courtyard), steaks at McKendrick's, Sage Woodfire Grill and of course Alon's Bakery. The location on Peachtree was one of my favorite hangouts when I first came to Atlanta in the late 80's - it was always good for an after dinner nightcap, perhaps a dessert and/or a cup of espresso or cappuccino. I discovered this location while working as a chef at the now defunct Mi Spia which originally was a few doors down in Park Place. Intermezzo was always there to provide a different experience from the places where I worked, and since it was so close I would frequent the bar after work or stop in for coffee before. Intermezzo is about as close to a real international cafe as you will find in Atlanta - the interior is lavish with wood and chandeliers, the dining area lush and the bar expansive. The place reeks of old-world-charm and is simply perfect for a late rendezvous or tête-à -tête. This place also has a phenomenal adult drink list and expert bartenders and I still haven't gotten to the desserts.They also serve a good brunch and have an expansive lunch menu. But really, you need to experience Cafe Intermezzo for the desserts. The assortment and styles of classic cakes, tarts, cheesecakes and pies is truly astounding. Combine any of these with the great coffee or fine cocktail and you have a winning combination. I don't have any favorites - actually I'm trying to cut down a bit - but I did order a double cappuccino the last time I visited. Service in general is very good - seating can be a bit of a bear, especially early evenings and if you want to enjoy the outdoors. Otherwise the service here is very good. Oh, and did I mention they have a tardis out front? Whovians rejoice! (longer review with many photos on my food blog)
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Shanequa Y.
Great service, we held a bridal shower here this weekend. The entire team was accommodating and helped us to make it a special event for the bride-to-be! The food and drinks were excellent and although the menu was preset, they accommodated my vegan diet. The decor was beautiful as they closed part of the patio so we could have the indoor/outdoor feel. I would definitely recommend them for a private party or big group lunch/dinner. Thank you for your great service and friendly staff.
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Mark H.
Oh me oh my what a great Bloody Mary. The food is always perfectly prepared. Had the Duck Crepe this time and it was a great change up from a traditional breakfast. Very intimate and always has the best assortment of coffee and teas.
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Shawn K.
Drinks menu is their money shot. Great for a sweet dessert cake. Unique ambiance with classical music playing, foreign gibberish over the speakers in the bathroom. Service is prompt and helpful from the front door. Here during the day with a young and/or new staff. All things considered, a nice distraction from the normal cafe/bakery.
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Ifeoma W.
Love, Love Cafe Intermezzo. Love the late hours. The desserts are to die for. I enjoy the ambiance as well.
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Tiffany Y.
It's been years since I last set foot inside this Cafe Intermezzo, but it was nice coming back and trying them out. A group of us from work decided to come here for... technically cake, but we ended up ordering regular food as well. I ordered the spinach cheese dip that could come with crackers or bread, so I only got bread. My other friends ordered a half Caesar salad and a Chicken Panini with kettle chips. The food didn't take long to come out but we were in no hurry either. I only drank water because their drink menu was bananas long... I'll study it next time I go. My other friends ordered a Salted Caramel Granita (with alcohol) which wasn't bad, but I don't like coffee and found it bitter and my friend also got a surprise at the bottom of her glass... all the salt was there... Guess one should stir the drink up before reaching the bottom... My other friend ordered a hot chocolate Glasgow... which she gets all the time. I didn't try hers as I do not drink hot chocolate during the summer. The food was pretty good. The spinach cheese dip was rich creamy and had good seasoning. I'm glad the server brought me extra bread as I only smeared small amounts onto the bread and had a lot of dip left. I heard no complaints about the small Caesar salad or Panini so it's safe to say they were enjoyed as well. Now on to the sweets. I ordered the seven layer chocolate cake that was suppose to have a thin layer of raspberry on the top layer... but it was definitely lacking in any raspberry flavor what so ever. Also I'm not sure how their cakes are prepared such as baked and frozen or baked and refrigerated but my cake tasted watered down. And to take in to account how long it was sitting in the case, it just could've been so much better but it just came off as thin and flat tasting. So one friend ordered Mint Chocolate chip cake and her cake tasted better than mine, so perhaps it was fresher, and it was definitely super minty... and another friend ordered their Oreo Cheesecake which tasted good but I can't eat a lot of cheesecake but I wouldn't mind sharing a piece of that with someone. They do need to make sure Oreos are spread more evenly throughout the cheesecake as she had a huge chunk that was just plain, but other than that... it was the better selection out of each of our desserts. Service was fine and the hostesses are helpful when picking out cake from the case if you don't know what you want. I wouldn't mind coming back and trying a different dessert though. Other than that everything was Ok in my book, but next time I return I hope I leave as a fan...
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Phoebe T.
Sorry Intermezzo, you can't have such an extensive menu and just SUCK at making food in general. It's been a while since I've been back here (since 2010 in fact) and the food still sucks! Came here for lunch (not my idea) and was disappointed once again! I was so happy to see crepes because I love crepes and instead I got this bastardized version of chicken, spinach and mushrooms in an alfredo sauce wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Gross, never again Cafe Intermezzo.
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Licca K.
Probably my most favorite Cafe Intermezzo location. The water fountains, the patio, and atmosphere all collectively make for a nice date outing. Of course, if it's nice outside, pick the patio over inside. It's just all very relaxed. As many have mentioned, their drink menu is extensive and includes a table of contents. Most of the non-specialty drinks will be toward the front at least, typical house sweet tea, simple coffee, or sodas. The drink menu is impressive though. Really the most notable thing about Cafe Intermezzo besides drinks is it makes a nice place to meet up with people and just enjoy the time. Otherwise, I wouldn't leap backwards for anything on their food menu. Most of what I've had was sufficient and tasted good. Consistency is well done. Their coffee is very good as well. For a matter of fact, back onto drinks, their drinks are so nice! Our last visit, we had the: Mediterranean Wrap: Pretty standard gyro. Mostly veg, and very tasty. The pita was soft and the hummus had a nice flavor. Side of chips were nice too. Avocado & Almond Salad: I opted for the vinaigrette to the side, which I was glad. It's a salty citrus-y sort of dressing which I wasn't much a fan of. The salad itself came with a bit of bread and lots of avocado, however nothing special. I may start assigning any visits here just to relax and get a cup of tea. Alon's Bakery & Market is right next door too, so maybe something to visit and look at before having a tea break at Intermezzo.
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Andy B.
I went here for dessert with friends and having been told the Tiramisu is very good (and it being in the top 3 of my favorite desserts ever) I had to try it. I was not disappointed, it was not overly sweet, you could taste the coffee and the bitter cocoa powder - it was a very very good tiramisu (which seems to be very hard to find these days). I would go back and try some of the other desserts (white chocolate lemon/raspberry cake and a canoli cheesecake sounded good).
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Laura A.
Worse service I ever had!!! The food was normal, in my opinion expensive for the simple flavor. My husband and I ordered a hot chocolate deluxe, caramel Frappuccino and a tres leches.
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Gio B.
Been to Cafe Intermizzo many many times, love it! Very cozy and intimate place. They do have the best hot chocolates! The beverage menu feels like a little booklet - they have every single beverage you can think off, alcoholic and non alcoholic. Last time I went I got the chicken florentine crepes ( did not quite enjoy it, too much cream and sauce - the crepes were pretty soggy), my friend got the turkey and brie crepe and really enjoyed it. Interesting fact: there is a "Learn Japanese 101" tape playing in the bathroom, which encourages you to repeat back phrases and words after a native speaker says them aloud.
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Nilu R.
I love the atmosphere and the coffee / hot chocolate drinks are great. This was my first time having a meal there and I wasn't all that impressed. I had the caprese salad. It was OK ... They didn't use the right tomatoes. Instead of large, red, round beef steak tomatoes, they used small, barely ripe roma tomatoes and it barely had any seasoning or dressing. Not really all that great. My company had the greek salad and added salmon. He seemed to enjoy it but it didn't look much like a greek salad and was somewhat small in the dish they served it in, specially when they put a large piece of cooked salmon on top. There's no nice way to eat it. It needed to be served in a bigger wider bowl or plate or something. It's a nice place but I felt like we were eating at nowhere special based on our salads.
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Tony H.
Nice atmosphere, cool patio, decent service. I say decent because I ordered salmon for my salad and instead I got shrimp. That's fine they are both water-related food. Actually, the shrimp was pretty tasty. The salad was the almond avocado salad. It was just okay, rather mediocre. The shrimp saved it. I gave it a 3 since the other dishes that people ordered looked good.
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Corrie G.
Cute little spot tucked away. I went at 4pm on a Friday. The service and business was slow. The waitress was kind but clearly a little bored and forgot about her table a few times, even though I was at the only table in her section. The dessert tour was really good and the "dessert bartender" was very knowledgeable about all of the sin in their sweets. I choose the strawberry cake made with strawberry icing and yes I had a side of vanilla ice cream that was just a tad bit over frozen. It was still so delicious! This spot is perfect for an intimate date. But not if you are trying to "hide." The tables are all exposed. You can see everyone. Ladies don't worry about ordering too much food, the tables are very small which will help you avoid having big eyes. Plus the portions are small. Guys if you are trying to score brownie points take your girl here and be sure to bring just one fresh flower, it would go perfect on the cute little European style table. Overall...good stuff...try it.
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Charles P.
We visited on a Sunday, around noon. The service was excruciatingly slow, probably because they were prepping for a private event in their separate room. Regular customers suffered as a result. I ordered the egg and bacon panini. It arrived cold and hard. The crepes were cold, the seafood pasta only so-so, etc. Our 2-year old had a banana and Nutella crepe. Five people ate. No appetizers. No dessert. Total bill came to $100 with tip for a very ordinary meal with slow service. You can do better elsewhere.
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No E.
I like the restaurants seating layout, both indoor and outdoor. They have a good menu with a lot of variety. My service was terrible, worst waiter ever!
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Christy M.
Once again, amazing coffee and dessert! Wish our waitress had been a little more friendly.
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Tiffany D.
I don't remember Cafe Intermezzo being this good years ago, but by golly it's darn good now! I won't waste time talking about their (amazing) desserts and coffees, as plenty of folks have done that already. But I will let you know that their actual food menu is pretty darn good too! Many might hesitate to order dinner here, as this place specializes in dessert...but I urge you to do so! You'll be happy you did! I've tried the following: Food: Baked Baby Brie with almonds, served with raisin-walnut bread and apple slices: Great appetizer! Spicy Tortellini Alfredo: Yum Italian Gnocchi: Yum Chicken Chipotle Panini: This is my favorite thing to order for brunch. Springer Mountain Chicken, red onions, tomatoes, provolone cheese, and chipotle mayonnaise on ciabatta bread served all hot and melty. Beverages: I recommend the Mimosas (they use a good punchy dry champagne in this) or the Strawberry Martini. (ask for top shelf) As per the ambience: A snuggly little nook of a place. All wood furnished with mirrors on all walls that make the low lights dance and twinkle. Very romantic in the evening. So grab your honey and saunter over to Intermezzo for a little bite! Wear: A silk pocket square, your best leather wingtips and a lucky rabbit's foot. Listen to: The Flamingos: "I only have eyes for you".
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Van S.
Loved this place! The atmosphere, quality of service, and food was more than what I could have asked for. I felt very important and classy when I was dining in. Definitely plan on going back again.
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Quinn V.
This is a good place to meet up friends after dinner. We don't usually go here for food, and strangely enough not for the coffee either. It's usually late (past 8pm) when we are here so coffee isn't usually on our mind. It is always packed. Usually there is a line. On this particular night, we ordered: Strawberry hazelnut crepes: crepes was too thick. I like my crepe light and fluffy. Chicken jambalaya was much too salty. Strawberry margarita was so sweet, I had to dilute it with water. Belgian hot chocolate: this is a must. Not too sweet, just right. The ambience is nice if you are in the right mood, otherwise it is too noisy to carry on a good conversation. I think it's a bit trendy and over rated for the most part. However, this place is convenient if you are in the perimeter area.
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John M.
Poor service. We were seated by the hostess and given menus fairly promptly - but waited for 20 minutes at our table and were never approached once, while wait staff walked by constantly. One told us "your sever will be coming right now" at about the 15 minute mark, but they never came. Fastest way to ensure I don't come here again. The food might be amazing, but if I never get a chance to try it what's the point?
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GabrielÄ— G.
Don't need words! Everybody knows that it's a cute place for breakfast, lunch, romantic dinner or drinks with a girls!
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Judy L.
I've been coming to this location's Cafe Intermezzo for over half a decade or so. I just remembering coming here when I was still in college and frequented Cafe Intermezzo literally every weekend after hitting up Taco Mac down the street. I frequented this location so much that I've tried all of their cheesecakes at least twice and can name them as well. As you can tell, I am a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. I am also a fan of their hot teas. I would say that Cafe Intermezzo is the busiest on Friday & Saturday nights. Parking can be a nightmare of the weekends. The wait can be 20 to 30 minute long on the weekends. There is complimentary WiFi. FOOD: - Food: When I came a few years ago, I was not a fan of their dining menu as their food was sub-par and just not that amazing compared to their great desert menu so I would usually stay away from ordering from their dining menu. However, I have given them a second chance and I am very fond of the following items -- spicy tortellini and the spinach & cheese dip. The seafood dip is great as well. The spicy tortellini is great by itself without protein. I am addicted to the spicy tortellini. It has lots of flavor. Don't even think about ordering anything else except the spicy tortellini. It is highly recommended by the servers here. Both the spinach and seafood dips are great for sharing. They come with sliced bread and crackers for dipping. - Cheesecakes: I've tried all their cheesecakes and they are all very good. You cannot go wrong with any of their cheesecakes. - Teas & Drinks: Teas are amazing. They come in the unique tea container that allows you to decide how long you want your tea leaves to sit in the hot water. My friend loves their Cafe Hazel and this other drink that has espresso and white chocolate. I've also tried their non-alcoholic drinks that are fruity and fun to drink. RANT ABOUT SERVICE: (The one thing that Cafe Intermezzo needs to re-vamp): The one thing that keeps me from giving this place a 5 stars even though I've been coming here for years and am a dedicated and loyal customer of Cafe Intermezzo is the service is not great. I would say I've only received great service a few times. I mean look at each and every one of these reviews -- you can see the one complaint of everyone is the service and it's not even because they are super busy the service is disappointing. I think they do not have a large enough staff to support the demand of patrons that come in on the weekends. Most of the time, you see your own server forget to come by and check up on you and your table guests. There have been plenty of times where my friends would have to get up to hunt for the service for the check. The turnover of each table is not quick enough and that's why I think the service is just disappointing. The most disappointing is the hostess stand. There was one time where the hostess completely cuts off my friend when my friend tried to check in with hostess stand by telling her the number in our party of five, and to give her number to them so that they can notify us when the table is ready. The hostess cuts her off and then forgets that we were there first before the huge crowds started to come in. The hostess then proceeds to seat everyone that came after us. We tried again to tell her and she said, "oh, just a table for two?" and we said, "no, five. We checked in with you earlier". She says, "There's going to be a wait.". I think this was the hostess' fault for cutting us off earlier. She needs to be re-trained and to be taught how to handle the front. Honestly, this was the most disappointing thing I've seen in the hospitality industry. Overall, yes, I will continue to dine and frequent Cafe Intermezzo and also take friends here. I do always warn them to not expect much of the service from this establishment. Service will always be disappointing, especially on the weekends.
Amazing date night location or place to take friends from out of town. Also a relaxed place to meet up with a couple of friends. Not the place to go if you have a strict timetable or expect hovering servers. Actually that is my biggest gripe with service. Sometimes your server will ignore you for long stretches of time or just disappear for 20 minutes. I've been frustrated a few times when I've needed my check or a water refilled and my server is just MIA or looks right at me and walks on by me. I know I'm not imagining this because I've seen it happen to other people. Bottom line, don't go if you have to be anywhere before tomorrow. To say the drink menu is impressive is an understatement. More of a textbook on alcoholic beverages, it is interesting and informative. My husband always finds an interesting scotch or high gravity beer. A caution here is they don't always have everything on the menu, sometimes it takes two or three picks to find something in stock. Coffee drinks are varied and tasty. Regular food is okay, but the cheesecakes reach another level. So many choices. The prices per slice may seem steep until you get your slice, then oh my where do I put this.
Beer glass had spots. I hope they were just water spots. It took them 25 minutes to get a burger to me. The burger was ok, nothing special, but missing the promised onions, and a bit on the salty side. I never got my salad. I didn't get silverware or a napkin until four minutes after I got my food. All of this, and it's late and the restaurant isn't very crowded. I can't see why I'd ever come back.
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Tristan A.
1. Its about .2 miles from my house 2. Cake? Yes please! This place was live the other day...I was walking by and had to stop in. I love the ambiance. Makes you feel very mellow while you have your delicious coffee drink with a side of cake. Sat outside...sipped on my coffee....I never even do this kinda sh** but it just felt right! Yup...just decided...I'm going back tomorrow. Oh..plus the speaker system in the bathroom with the German lessons? Nice touch Intermezzo...very nice. Me limey.
Wow. I have been to the Cafe Intermezzo 3 times in the past 3 months. The first time was for a late night coffee and dessert. I loved the place - great ambiance, service, good dessert and coffee. High priced for what you get but, oh well. The second visit was essentially the same. Good coffee - good dessert etc. OK, so the third time my wife decides to bring some of our Christmas guests there for dinner. Maybe 9 of us in all. Service was good, but the food was average at BEST. I had beef rib meat on potatoes. It was tough and tasted like leftovers pulled from my own fridge after a bad home cookout. Afterwards, when we all got home I was surprised to hear that no one enjoyed any of their meals! I figured at least a few people would say "Mine was great." Nope, everyone had a mediocre meal. Sum up - If your out on a date and want coffee and dessert in a cozy spot go. If you want to eat a meal - stay away.
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Jim N.
Wanted a light lunch, so I order an Arnold Palmer, a small greek salad and some shrimp. Greek salad was mediocre, but the shrimp was par, the Arnold Palmer watery. Won't come back to this place...bartender gave me bill that was "not itemized" and seemingly excessive....not very customer oriented.
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Nichole K.
One of my most favorite hang out spots in Dunwoody. Huge cocktail selection. Their desserts are to die for. The service is slow, so don't come in here and expect to be about in 45 minutes. But it is a hang out coffee/dessert place. They are open late which is an added bonus. They are a decent wine selection, but I suggest ordering their alcoholic coffee drinks.
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Karly G.
I've been going to this place for about 12 years now... They've changed quite a bit with staffs and of course their expansion. I'm glad that they've expanded, otherwise the wait for a table is just torturing, especially when it's freezing outside. I always look forward to visiting the dessert area because they're always filled with interesting new flavors of cakes and cheesecakes. My most recent visit consisted of a Creme Brulee Cheesecake, it was just divine. Their bosgo has never changed, it's always been there since day one. I just love their selection of cakes, although I wished that they baked their own... My favorite drink during the summer time here is the Swiss Chocolate over ice with a few shots of raspberry liquor. It's refreshing! Otherwise, my coffee would have to be Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe it's just my love for almonds has gotten me so addicted. They have such a huge selection of coffee, exotic teas, soft drinks, and of course any of your coffee could possibly be on the rocks. :) If you want to learn French, Vietnamese, Spanish etc... go to the bathroom and sit there for an hour... It talks to you with all these languages. What's really neat yet highly un-sanitized is the tassel you pull to flush the toilet. Yes, it's a pretty neat idea, but oh so grossed. I don't want to pull on this after I've used the restroom... knowing that others have done the same. I wish I could speak to the system and let it flush for me. Ha! It's a great date place, social gatherings or just a table for one.
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Kevin H.
been to the midtown location but since moving here, decided to give this location a try since it was closer. the pastry ordering system is unbelievably inefficient and after waiting a long time for baked goods that they really needed to just slice and serve, the server finally brought one of 3 items ordered, went back and forth for a while and told us that they ran out of the cake and pie we ordered. the manager came over and the server explained what happened to her, she went inside, and the desserts they supposedly ran out of magically appeared. one of the two missing desserts didn't look like the one we ordered, but ultimately accepted it. the rating is 2 stars instead of 1 because the desserts were good, but the system they have in place for getting orders out for ALREADY BAKED goods is unacceptable.
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Nida K.
I really enjoyed this place. I had the spinach dip and my friend had the cheese platter. The server was kind enough to bring us more crackers when we ran out at no additional cost. The mint tea was very minty and hot. I loved that we each got our own little kettle with tea in it. The prices were a bit steep but I guess they want a certain kind of clientele to be there. So understandably so. The spinach dip was very good and not as cheesy as most spinach dips I've had in the past. And the cheese platter was great. I will return here if I'm in the area.
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Jacky C.
The atmosphere is just amazing here! The dim soft oil lit candles make this place so romantic. Two coffees and two cakes will get your check around 30 bucks. Although it's a bit expensive the combination of the great atmosphere and delicious treats make it well worth.
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Tran N.
I think cafe intermezzo will be my last dessert option because of a few reasons : its a distance from where I live, I only crave for these cakes sometimes, and they are too sweet for me to love it so much. I like this place for the ambiance and how I can just have a nice talk over dessert. Their menu for drinks is massive as ever. The cakes in the display always looks great, and the food menu is pretty big as well. Ive been here more than enough times, but mainly just to grab dessert. The last time was my first tim ever getting an actual meal which were the eggs benedict. I love it when places serve breakfast all day. My friend got the smoked salmon pasta, which was realllyyy good and my next pick when I ever do come back for dinner. Service here is a hit or miss sometimes because it can either take awhile for them to take care of you, or they can either be efficient with it. I love the atmosphere here, especially on the nice summer nights when I can sit outside and enjoy the breeze and my dessert. The cakes I have tried are the : nutella cheesecake, cappuccino cheesecake, tiramisu, red velvet, and a dulce de leche cake. All were really good, but the best that I will remember is the nutella cheesecake. The name of it speak for itself on how good it is. Prices are reasonable if you don't make it an everyday habit of course.
Have been there tonight for the second time and the service was not very good again and apparently rude. The coffee was served cold though it was not a cold coffee. We were in the middle of the coffee and we were given the bill without asking. Were we asked to leave for no reason? Though they have variety of things to be served, service could have been better.
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DeMarcus C.
Good food, great drinks and even better cake. The server had a friendly attitude. The key lime cheesecake was second ti none.
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David M.
The drink selection is beyond impressive. I had the Dark Angel and absolutely loved it. The desserts are great as well.
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Carolina M.
After many years, this place is still one of my favorite places to go for coffee and dessert whether it's with a group of friends or post-dinner dessert date. Sometimes it does get crowded but what I like is that they're open late. Definitely a plus when you still want to hang out with your friends. Admittedly, cups of coffee are a bit pricey and the drink menu is astonishingly long. I'd like to stay there and try every single coffee/espresso they've got, but I might end up awake for weeks. On a Saturday night, after witnessing the not-so-heavenly bodies at the Clermont Lounge, I ordered a Toasted Almond Mocha. The aroma was heavy and everyone commented that they could smell my drink once placed in front of me. This was definitely a mocha as I found so much chocolate at the bottom even after I stirred frequently. I just wasn't feeling it for dessert since my coffee was sweet enough. Otherwise, I definitely recommend getting at least a dessert at this place. What's great about this place is that despite how late it gets, you can still order foods like soup or crostini if you want something savory besides the sweets in their display case. People definitely come here for the atmosphere. It's romantic with the candlelights and dark space, but it can also get loud on the patio. You'll find a mix of groups or couples there in the evenings.
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Kim N.
Either the coffee quality has gotten so bad here or I just happened to come on an off night... a very off night. The coffee tasted so watered down and so bland. I've always ordered the Spanish Mocha and it's never tasted this horrible before. The desserts were good still. We ordered Nutella eclair-like cake, mango passion fruit mousse cake, and Boston cream cheese cake. Service was very slow as usual with an addition of a rude server this time. He never came to check up on us so we kept on having to look for him every time we needed something. When he finally gave us out bill, he just slapped it on the table and walked away. This used to be a good place to meet up with friends after dinner for desserts and coffee but lately it hasn't been so great unfortunately.
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Paulette P.
Cheese platter and wine is divine! The coffee menu is amazing...so many to choose from.
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Shruti K.
Delicious Deserts! A perfect place for a late night coffee and desert. On a beautiful day you can sit outside and enjoy the weather. Amongst other things the crostini was delicious. But what i will always remember them for is their strawberry cake. It's the BEST. So delicious and flavorful. Highly recommend it!
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Kevin R.
The food was a bit above the average chain restaurant, but the big disappointment was the Caffee Latte. Regular coffee with cold whipped cream on top and cinnamon sprinkled on top. They call themselves a coffee place? They wouldn't know a latte if it sat on their face! I complained and the server went to the (using the word Loosely here) Batista, and he said that's the way it is made. BS! Someone needs to do more than a drive and look in the window by at Starbucks to know how to make a Latte or Cappuccino. Hint McD's doesn't know either! Steamed Milk and Espresso and you need an espresso machine, not a Mr Coffee piece of crap!
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Angela H.
Cafe Intermezzo is the first cafe of it's kind I had ever been to. It's dark, cozy, and romantic. This location was the first one I went to - the very first time I visited Georgia during winter of 2004 - and it's my personal favorite as it holds sentimental value. Anyway, there isn't much to add to the other reviews posted here. Yes, their service isn't always good and they serve you super duper overpriced drinks, desserts, and food. But it's a great place to chill late at night when everything else (besides bars and clubs) is closed. They're open 'til 1 am Sunday through Thursday and 2 am on Friday and Saturday. And I love that they have a FREE parking lot (I hate the paid parking thing at their Buckhead/Brookwood location). I haven't tried their food, but my favorite drink - which I always order - is the Cafe Johannes. It's basically a tall glass of coffee topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. Pretty pricey at $6.65, but I love it. Again, sentimental value. =) Their mango sorbet is also delicious! It's served in an actual mango skin/shell with some whipped cream on the side. A friend of mine introduced me to it and I love it! What I don't love is the price - $7.25. Ouch. My sister, Yoomee H., decided to be adventurous and tried their Coppa Cafe Gelato (also $7.25). I had a bite of it and thought it was good! Although it's expensive, you're allowed to keep the cute little glass that it comes in, which is pretty neat. Overall, this Cafe Intermezzo gets 4 stars - minus 1 because it is so expensive and their service is usually suuuuper slow! Luckily, Half Off Depot has been offering "$5 for $10 worth of food/drinks" deals, so I've been buying them every now and then.
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Darlene J.
Love a place where you can have breakfast and not be inundated with the presence of children!!
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Laura M.
The burger was on par with Five Guys. The desserts weren't as good as Cheesecake Factory. The drinks were fine. Given the comparisons here are to unimpressive restaurants, I'd save your money and go elsewhere.
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Gen L.
I most recently went there on New Year's Eve. Our waitress was really friendly and gave us attentive service. My drink really packed a punch, so the bartender who mixed it did a great job. The dessert was delicious. But, I wish that they had the desserts labeled in the case. The guy who was standing next to the case, who was tasked with taking dessert orders, was completely unhelpful. It was like pulling teeth finding out what the desserts were. My friend and I felt like were getting on his nerves by asking him questions- we only asked him about 3 desserts. We would have rather appreciated labels and a dessert menu.
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Albert S.
Been going here for years. The items are fairly priced and coffee items are good. The cakes are also very good. Only complaint I have is service. Sometimes the servers lol like they are overworked. They seem to always mess up our check and get items wrong on the receipt.
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Sergey L.
Dessert and coffee didnt disappoint as usual however we ordered a crepe with duck and goat cheese which was beyond awful. What was that? Im still in the state of shock trying to recover my taste buds. Either fix the concoction to make it more palatable or take it off the menu and I will come back and revise my rating.
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Clemmie M.
I had some reading to catch up on so I picked this place to spend some time. Dozens of desserts. You have to walk to the display case and pick from what you see. They are never on a menu. It's hard to pick just one. The menu has a number of light and great choices, my favorite being a salad with grilled chicken. Now for the best and main reason to go (you could eat elsewhere and be just fine) the drinks. I had a couple different coffee drinks and jasmine tea during this visit and all were great. Starbucks has nothing on them. It will take you 15 minutes to get through the list and decide what to drink. The atmosphere is excellent but like many have said, service is just average. I wasn't in a hurry so I didn't mind the speed and I will be back. As long as you are going to chat, relax, drink coffee or bar drinks and are not in a hurry, you will love this place.
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Saira K.
The perfect example of 'not really a European cafe but trying awfully hard.' You are offered a 50 page long Beverage book (menu). I had the frutti de bosca "fruit of the forest' expecting a tart, but it was a cake lacking flavor. Very blah. I was expecting something closer to the frutti di bosca tart I've had in Europe - made with lemon juice, vanilla, egg yolks, or often a lemon custard base. Disappointing. It was confusing what the general theme was - Italian, French, Austrian - nah..just a hodge-podge. I am giving 3 stars because it is huge, has lots of parking spaces, and you can relax and read. Service was inconsistent and aloof.
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Luhan C.
I tried this place for the first time since moving. We ended up here because Eclipse was closed and it was right next door. I was on an date and the ambiance was great for that. Our server was nice except his shirt was really dirty and every time he came back to our table I could not get past it. We had the goat cheese as a starter it was not out of this world delicious but it was yummy. I had the smoked salmon pasta and I enjoyed it but left my left overs behind (insert sad face) my date had the grilled salmon with wild rice he offered to let me taste but I felt like a piggy saying yes and since it was a first date I passed. The wine selection is extensive so you are not at a loss for pairings. We finished off our lunch with some coffee which I thought was delicious. I will return.
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Kathy H.
I live practically down the street, so it's hard not to stop by. We use to meet up here rather it's a first date or just meeting up with friends. They close late so we never have to worry about them kicking us out. Sometimes, we'll start off with the spinach artichoke cheese dip. I normally order a light entree like their chicken panini or turkey croissant stuffed with cheese and cucumbers. Both, comes with one mini side dish. FYI, Halfoffdepot.com tend to have great voucher deals for this place.
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Stacey P.
Let's be honest, a big reason most people dislike this place is because they hate themselves for behaving like pretentious Euro-trash wannabes. We all know damn good and well sometimes a cup of Folgers and a Little Debbie can't cut the mustard, so we decide to let our high brow flag fly, fight the bullshit traffic and overpay for coffee & cake. Life is grand! I can't decide if my main beef with Cafe Intermezzo is the paying for "ambiance" rather than food & drink or that the ambiance can't mask the fact that the service blows ass. They're open long hours probably because it takes an average of 5 hours to get a cup of coffee and a pastry. I realize this place isn't a Dunkin' Donuts, and you're supposed to utilize your time here like it's your own private piazza, well, in my private piazza, I like to eat, drink and make merry with my kinsmen in less than an hour and half. (I'm probably a jerk and a non-romantic, but I gots things to do!) They do have an extensive selection of coffee and dessert, but it's not worth the hassle of playing demolition derby around that pain in the ass mall and then waiting 11 hours for a cup of joe whilst you sit among the elite euro-trash wannabes. I'd rather get my coffee, my danish, my perfect-o panini and my wi-fi on at Panera Bread, where hat shit runs like clockwork. I'm not saying, I'm just saying.
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Cassie P.
I don't understand how they can't have a higher rating!!! The decor reminds you of a cafe you would see in Europe. Very sexy decor and lighting. (The owner is from Europe I believe) The customer service is EXCELLENT! I usually sit at the bar and all of the bartenders have amazing attitudes andd customer service skills. My favorite thing to get is the Chicken Duxelle Crepe in sun-dried tomato batter - a m a z i n g ! They have a huge variety of beverages - every kind of tea, coffee, cocktail, wine and alcohol. The dessert case has just about the same variety as the beverages. The ONLY reason they aren't getting a 5 star rating from me is because the bathrooms always seem to have paper towels all over the floor. Other than that it is a great restaurant for VERY reasonable prices.
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Han L.
I like this location better than midtown bc A. plenty of parking 4free. B. more spacious C. more outdoor seating D. across the street from the mall (woot woot, but ok, not that big of a deal) Intermezzo has great desserts; their fruit cakes and tira misu rocks my socks pretty hard. Food wise, it's pricey for what it is. 9 dollars for a panini, for example. It's filling and it's good, but is it really worth 9 dollars?! The turkey burger is good here. The bathroom talks to you. It took me by surprise and it's kind of awkward to be sitting on the potty and hear a man's voice there. Whatevs. I like the decor in the bathroom. I don't remember if it was just for show ( I don't think it was), but in the ladies' room, there's a huge velvet rope to pull to flush the toilet. Service is good. This is one of those places you go to for dates.
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Todd H.
My wife and i have been to this location many times, and like many other reviews here, the service it's almost always well below par. I never go in expecting great service. It's one of the only places to get a glass of "absinthe" around here, so i can put up with the arrogant wait staff. On our last visit we sat at the bar for drinks and cheesecake. The bartender insisted on calling everyone "baby". My wife ordered her cocktail with no problem, but when I ordered a glass of Pernod, I was told they didn't have it. I pointed out the bottle which was right behind the bartender, which seemed to be the first of many things to irritate her. After making her excuse, she pours it into a shot glass and slides it across the bar to me as if I were wearing spurs and a large Stetson. I APOLOGIZE and explain the correct way to serve "absinthe" , asking for their copper carafe or copper pot with ice water in it. This was a mistake. She immediately told me i was wrong and that they again "don't have that". She disappears for almost 20 minutes and comes back with two absinthe spoons, slides those across the bar and says "that's all we have". I tried to explain that at both locations I was given this copper pot with ice water. She then got so loud that everyone in the bar area is staring at us. A manager then comes over shoos her away and resolved the issue. After enjoying our drinks, we decided on a slice of cheesecake (which is always amazing). Cafe Intermezzo would be a great destination if only the service was overhauled. Food and drinks are great! Staff on the other hand is awful.
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Valarie G.
what a great spot for desserts and coffee! I love their outdoor seating. The service was a little slow but overall I was impressed with the extensive menu and the ambiance
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Stephen D.
Went here again last night with a couple of friends for some coffee and cheesecake. Once again the Coffee was great and the Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake is probably on my list of top 3 desserts of all time, but every time I come here I am amazed at how poor the service is. They weren't terribly crowded and our server was consistently nowhere to be found. It shouldn't be difficult to place an order at a restaurant. Our water glasses were empty the almost the entire night, after we got them of course. Our waiter had no sense of urgency and as I said was often times nowhere to be found. All three of us were looking around to flag him down to get our check. It's really unfortunate that the service here is so awful because if not for that it could easily be a five star establishment, but with service this poor and prices what they are I can't go higher than two stars.
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Angie K.
I haven't tried the food, and I was just there for drinks. The place was packed for a weekday night, so I can't even imagine what it would be like on a weekend. (+): Atmosphere Drink selection (probably largest that I have ever seen anywhere) Pastries Outdoor seating with heat lamps (-): HORRIBLE service
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Jumi Y.
What happened, Intermezzo? I've been coming here since the late 90s, and now you go and break my heart. 3 because of our history, 1 for last visit, average=2 Good things first- -tons of parking even if you have to walk just a little bit - huge selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, etc. Even absinthe is on the menu. Their drink menu is really thick, and you could spend hours as train at it - lots of cheesecakes and deserts, although my understanding is that none of it is made there - they serve meals - good for lots of people - nice atmosphere Things that make me sad: - Food is mediocre and expensive for what it is. - Service has really gone south. I mean past Florida, south.. Occasionally, I've had the slacker waiter or waitress here, but none bad as this one guy. The last time I was here, I came with a group of 7. We wanted to hang out and get some dessert after dinner. We all ordered a hot chocolate type thing. Our first warning should have been when the waiter took 15 minutes to come to our table and another 15 to go find a match for the candle. He took our orders after knitting a sweater in the back or whatever he was doing. The Mexican hot chocolate I wanted was not available, so he suggested I get the white hot chocolate. Wrong recommendation for someone who ordered a dark chocolate drink. He was gone for about another 40 minutes, and we were finally able to find him and flag him down. When we asked about our drinks, and he stated that the barista was really busy and then went away. We waited a little bit more and we had to ask the manager about our drinks. He checked for us, and all our drinks came out within the minute. Now, I've had lukewarm drinks here, but every single one of our drinks was ice cold. The guy never apologized for the delay and about lying to us. He just walked away. What on earth? By this time, we were there 1.5 hours, so we opted to leave. The manger offered to make us new drinks but this was after we started to leave, and he also never apologized for the incident. I also noticed that all of this waiter's tables were still waiting for their food or drinks. I honestly thought that he really hated his job or something really bad happened to him that day. I would brush this off and not write about it if it were not for the manager's indifference to what happened. If I'm in this area again and need a place to chill with friends, I think I would opt for Taco Mac or maybe even Cheesecake. I'm still not sure if I would return to this Intermezzo again. If I do, I'll just get something that requires no prep.
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Terra C.
If you like desserts this is the place to be. Feels like you are in a little cafe in Europe. The coffee was delightful. I wish I could have tried everything on the menu so many choices. Decided on the cheesecake and was not disappointed. It was incredible.
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James K.
This restaurant has a lot of unrealized potential!! The deserts were delicious... That's the good. Now the Bad... the tables were not clean, neither was the dinner ware. Here's the Ugly... the service was the worst! I asked to have my table cleaned four times and the waitress claimed - after all the attempts - that she was not told. The waitress brought the wrong order twice, and got the bill wrong. I finally realized, same action, same results. So, I called for the Manager and at least got my to-go box. The service received was a real downer and I don't think I'll ever go to this place again. After all, hospitality is the point or desired point! Clean up your act Cafe Intermezzo, or leave it to the real professionals!
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Trey L.
I have lived in Atlanta a while and never went to Intermezzo until 8/23. The patio was perfect on a late summer night. I really like the decor inside with the dark maroons, browns, golds and chandeliers. Its a perfect date spot. I did not know their was savory food either. I had a Cafe Intermezzo which was good, I need to find a good non dairy alternative. WIth my morning coffee I use black coffee and a hot chocolate packet. She had a triple chocolate truffle hot chocolate. When it came out it looked awesome. When she dug in it looked awesome. When she gave me a taste it was awesome, but there was a whole lot of awesome. All that awesome got cold quick. Once it cooled you realized how rich is was and it wasn't so good anymore. She also ordered the chicken sausage cannolini. It was extremly cheesy and even better the next morning. The cakes all looked great but we only purchased a piece of Strawberry Layer cake to go. I have a thing for strawberries and most strawberry cakes are pink vanilla sponge and too sweet. Intermezzo's was a little tangy and the best strawberry layer cake I've had. I've had Whole foods (ATL,Houston) versions, the Dessert Gallery in Houston and Piece of Cake in Atlanta. Intermezzo's was the best. Great place for dinner or a late night drink, coffee, dessert. Remember ladies love sweets and the Dunwoody location is kinda hidden and cozy within a small outdoor upscale shopping center. Some people may consider it cliche because its been rapped about, but I liked it and will be back.
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Vivek A.
Love the hot chocolate and Boston cream cheesecake!
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Travis L.
I've been going to Cafe Intermezzo since 2008 when I used to live in the area. It has been (and still is) a go-to place for tea and dessert, especially after dinner when most places are closed. I actually really enjoy the concept, and I love that it is aspires to a classic vision of the cafe 18th-century style (the page on the back of the menu is priceless not to mention the European language lessons playing on loop in the bathrooms). I really enjoy the extensive tea selection (especially the rarer teas like the dung ting oolong and the pai mu dan white peony) and the coffees. Really great alongside the rotating dessert selections that are always in stock and can cater to any taste. I think serving alcohol is a smart move to attract a wider audience and for the later evening, but I think it clashes a tad with the atmosphere. It can get a little crowded this way (I feel like there might be too many tables sometimes crammed together, especially in the back), and I think it doesn't always suit people coming in to chat over coffee and tea. Over the last few times I've come, I've been disappointed by the service. I've had servers change multiple times, as well as a long wait time for just a pot of tea. Also, it's disappointing to have waiters not familiar with the menu however extensive it might be.
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Lana D.
There drink selection is huge. I finally found my drink and its called johannas (spell check pls). It has a scoop of ice cream in it. Their dessert/cakes aren't that good, too sweet for my taste buds. The ambience is loud but still romantic due to the dark lighting and French theme.
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Ava J.
If I could have given this place 0 stars I would have!!! I've eaten at the old Buckhead location, the new Midtown location and against better judgement met 3 girlfriends at the Dunwoody location for Sunday brunch. The only thing this place has going for it is it's outdoor patio seating. We were seated and waited 10+ minutes to even get water. Our server did come over to acknowledge us but didn't give her name or a greeting. She sees my friend's galaxy s3 phone and proceeds to tell us how she dropped hers the day before and it broke. Huh?? I don't care about your phone, honey, I'd like to give you my drink order. We see her mosey over to the table next to us that had just been seated and get their entire order while she chats, chats, chats. Mind you, we're still waiting on our water. We finally flag down another server and he brings us some. It amazes me that the servers don't help each other out, but this place is not known for customer service... So after waiting 45 minutes our specialty coffees arrive. Two of the three coffees were lukewarm. Not iced, not hot, but a paltry lukewarm. Ughh! We had to flag down our unattentive server to ask for hot coffees and she comes back, not with fresh hot coffee, but simply microwaved what we were previously served. I know this because the soy milk and whipped cream my friend poured into her drink were still there and melted and gross! Who microwaves dairy?? The coffee mugs were hot and the coffee itself still wasn't hot. By this time I've had enough and ask the hostess to send the manager over. We had been there for over an hour by then, didn't have drinks and our server still hadn't taken our order. We were only that patient because two of my girlfriends were getting back on the road to head to Florida and we were catching up about our weekend, otherwise I would have left. The manager came over, didn't seem very concerned, but brought fresh coffees. Our food came out within 15-20 minutes of ordering and the food was the best part. We never saw our server again until she dropped off our checks. No apology, no acknowledgment of wrongdoing, nothing. I can deal with less than average food if I experience great service. Or even better than average service. I cannot tolerate poor service, I'll take my money elsewhere. As someone who worked in the F&B industry for 10+ years I was appalled at the lack of customer service all around. I will never patronize Cafe Intermezzo again and I suggest you stay away too.
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Jon M.
Interesting and appealing starter selections, a diverse beverage menu - both with/without alcohol, delicious entrees, impressive dessert selection (frutti di bosco imported from Italy is not to be missed), a stellar coffee menu and a relaxing while immersive atmosphere make Cafe Intermezzo a fantastic dining or lounge option and repeat after repeat visit for me. The only thing that could make this place any better is by featuring coffee directly from Italy on a regular basis rather than occasional selection. It's nice to promote local business but Illy belongs here.
Go for dessert definitely (although the sizes the serve have gotten progressively smaller), coffee perhaps (I stick to the house coffee), the menu/food... no sir/ma'am :-)the food is real hit or miss!! Best bet have a great dinner elsewhere and end the evening here for a great ambiance and dessertt and nightcap!
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Sasha K.
One of my regular fav places.
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Kwame O.
I have been to cafe intermezzo for years . I can tell you it's the only coffee house that have the most extensive menus drinks in Atlanta. They have it all plus alcohol and coffee liquors. The ambiance of the place is amazing. It a great to take friends or even dates to. Weekends are always the busiest and the wait times are not too crazy like the peach tree at location. Service is a hit and miss. One week you can get a great server and the other not so good. But the pass few times I have been there the service have been great. Another great thing about this place is there desserts . I believe they have over 40 cakes , pies , and cheesecakes. I have tried almost everything . Food is limited and expensive . I only have the crapes , it was not bad.
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Paige N.
Oh Cafe Intermezzo - how highly can I sing your praises? Granted, I've only been a few times, and only for coffee and dessert, but I couldn't be happier with each experience. Tell me honestly, how could you not like a place with a dessert case so large and varied that they hire a person specifically to stand there and explain to mystified diners what each sweet confection actually is? If you raised your hand, you my friend, are a liar or perhaps just a person without a soul. Either way... Anyway, everytime I return to Cafe Intermezzo, I'm again impressed how extensive the drink menu is. Coffee concoctions are the main claim to fame (even the devilishly rich and thick Turkish coffee is represented), but they also offer teas (all types you've heard of or not), alcoholic goodies (wine, mixed drinks, champagne and even absinthe - not kidding!), virgin drinks and more. Customization of each drink is also a high point: want your coffee decaf, skim milk, a double shot, or extra whip cream? No problem - they're here to serve. And then there are the desserts - what really makes Cafe Intermezzo a standout. Fun fact: the reason all the deserts are all done with equal expertise is because the geniuses (and I say this with sincerity) behind the restaurant sought out the best desserts from multiple sources in the city and bring them in fresh every day. How smart is that? Somebody was thinking that day! The ambiance of each Intermezzo is slightly different but I really enjoyed my latest trip to the Ashford Dunwoody location (although the company might have swayed my opinion slightly). Since the weather's been killing it lately (I love you early spring weather, please repeat for many springs to come!), we sat outside on the patio surrounded by other people with the same love of the outdoors. Pollen be damned - if there's a patio and a decent day, I'll be there! So we flipped through the phone book that is Cafe Intermezzo's drink menu (the number of choices is in the hundreds, I'm sure), and on the second attempt at taking our order the waiter succeeded and we both ordered the suisse mocha coffees. Then came the even more delightful yet difficult part - choosing just a dessert or two although they all looked incredible. Tough choices indeed. Two giant dessert cases show off all the goods: one contains cheesecakes and the other contains all the other cakes. Cheesecake was ruled out almost immediately (if you're gonna have cheesecake, go to the Cheesecake Factory), and we were free to focus on the first case. A berry covered something-or-other quickly caught my eye along with a candy cane striped cake with raspberry sauce. The "cake tour guide" informed us the former was the most popular dessert on the menu "Frutti di Bosco" and made in-house everyday with a recipe direct from Italy. The second was a raspberry tiramisu. I had no idea such a delight even existed! Had to try them both. Obviously. No matter there were only two of us. Had to. The coffees came out first and at first, I didn't really taste the Swiss chocolate very strongly. Silly me - I needed to stir it! All the chocolate was melting happily away in the bottom of the cup. Once I stirred that bad boy up a bit, it was some of the best mocha / hot chocolatey coffee I've had (making it with milk always makes it better too). Then our desserts arrived. Let me tell you, Cafe Intermezzo isn't stingy with their dessert - these were very healthy portions of both the bosco di frutti and the tiramisu. And do you even need to ask if they tasted as good as they looked? No, you do not. You already know the answer. Divine! Gorgeous presentation and equally wonderful taste. If you haven't yet experienced the dessert and coffee joy that is Cafe Intermezzo yet, run - don't walk - to the nearest location and partake of the sugary, caffeinated goodness!
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Ruksana H.
This is the location I visit the most, somehow it is convenient to most friends living north of the city and they always have space to seat even though they look like they are bursting at the seams. Love the Euro cafe style interiors. their dessert and drink selections are good. Always ended up here for desserts but actually made it here a few times for lunch meetings and it isnt bad at all, food is good here and decently priced. Service might be slow on weekends but thats a given when there is a crowd. This space has outdoor seating too and lots of parking. I love the crabcakes here and hot chocolate and any of their dessert selections. Waiters are always happy to help with suggestions if you will let them know what you are in the mood for!
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Vee V.
I just like to come here to sit, chit chat, and enjoy some overpriced coffee and cake. I've never come for food, and service has always been subpar, but it's a nice late night place to go when you don't want to do the loud scene. Great in the summer when you can sit outside. cake selection is huge and they have the best tiramusu.
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Nisreen S.
Once again, I'm stuck between a 3 and a 4. I really wish we could put .5's! This place always keeps me coming back with their fantastic coffee menu and delicious oreo cheesecake. Service is always slow. Out of the 7 or 8 times I've been there, my server went missing nearly every single time. Service is very slow and rather unfriendly, but if you're with good company and really enjoy coffee and dessert, this place is still worth a visit. Lunch/Dinner choices are about average, with Panera/Cafe quality and neither WOW nor disappoint. My favorite are their Panini's! Now...where this place really shines!! Their cappuccino/coffee menu is much larger than their regular lunch/dinner menu. It offers something for everyone. I highly recommend the cappuccino with nutella in it. I forget the name, starts with a B...but it's their most popular one, so the server will surely know which one you're talking about. You can also take a "dessert tour" while they are making your cappuccino. An attendant tells you about all the wonderful desserts they have to offer. Their cakes are okay, but their cheesecakes are phenomenal! Especially the oreo cheesecake, yum! Parking could be hard to find on some busy nights, but it's free, and you eventually find parking within 5-10 minutes. This is a great place to catch up with an old friend, or be "out-late" without going anywhere crazy.
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Melanie S.
They have a lot of desserts, none are house made so they can be hit or miss. The drinks menu is extensive but I was amazed when the bartender could not make an Irish coffee even though it is on the menu. And with instruction, it was still bad, the coffee was luke warm and the cream was too thick.
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Bethany V.
About a year or so ago I left Cafe Intermezzo a bad review; which was mostly based on the service and how terrible it was. Well after a year of staying away my husband and I decided to try Intermezzo again as Alon's was closed for Yom Kippur. I was pleasantly surprised with the staff! We were seated and water came almost immediately followed by a server to get our order. The food was still only okay but the dessert was AMAZING as usual. I was highly satisfied with our experience and would gladly return!
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Jolie C.
I was so excited to try Cafe Intermezzo, so I brought my Grandmother here after picking her up from the airport for what I hoped would be a good breakfast. Nice area. Easily accessible. Free parking. Terrible service and terrible food. The restaurant was not clean. The chair I sat in had something sticky on it, and it was replaced, but I didn't see the man wipe off the dirty one. The mirrors weren't clean, and when I went to the restroom, there was a old drink glass from the night before. I had eggs benedict and there was nothing remotely fresh about any of it. A cheap, cold English emuffin. A thin slice of sandwich meat ham layered on top. Old poached egg on top, with some packaged hollandaise on top. Potatoes were decent. Granny had sweet potato pancakes and added eggs and sausage. Pancakes had a weird aftertaste-- my sweet potato pancakes taste better. I was impressed with the drink menu, and it's likely that there are other things on the menu that are not so bad, but I won't be back to find out. Dirty. Bad food. Poor service. No thanks.
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Henry T.
I came here once for dinner and once for dessert. It's definitely a very romantic spot, albeit on the very "dimly lit" side to put it nicely. We had to take turns using the candle to read the book, I mean menu. It's quite an extensive list, dare I say too long, with pages and pages of drinks and dessert choices. Dinner is not a reason to go here. Nothing special about the dinner menu. I got the lasagna which was good, but not the best I've had. The drinks and desserts, however, are special as there are many choices that you will not find elsewhere. I got the gingerbread drink which was delicious! I would highly recommend trying it, although I do wish it were served a little warmer. My fiance ordered the lemonade but had to send it back twice because it was not sweet at all. The gelato's are also unique in that they are served in the respective fruit ordered. For example, I ordered the pineapple gelato, so it came in a small pineapple. Our waiter was very polite, although he mentioned in the beginning that he was in training, so he might have been trying harder that night than on any other night. Still, I cannot fault him for that. I just hope he continues to treat customers the way he treat us that night. On a warmer day, the outside patio would be a nice place to sit. Both times I've gone it's been on the chilly side. The first time we went it was pretty late on a Thursday night, but there were still plenty of people there. When we left around 11pm, the place was still pretty crowded. Overall, I had a positive experience there. I would come back to try the desserts and the book of drinks which range from your average beer and wine to high alcohol leveled beer, liquers, and absinthe. This restaurant gets 3 stars for the food and ambiance plus one star for the service.
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Karie L.
The food was amazing, but for some reason this time around the service was lacking. Every time we looked for our waiter he was sitting at a table of women "talking" We usually have good food and good service, I def recommend this place! There is something for everyone. You can order from the entire menu all day, Quite the drink menu! And as a bonus, they do groupon type discounts all the time, so you can save some money and have an amazing end to the night :)
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Nate R.
Been here a handful of times now. I'm not over the top about Cafe Intermezzo, but it's not a bad place to go if you want to eat outside and have a couple drinks. They have a fantastic drink menu, ranging from hot chocolates to after dinner drinks, which serves as a highlight along with the dessert selection. Dessert isn't a menu, it's a display case with cheesecakes on one side, and cakes, pies, etc on the other. A staff member explains what each one is and makes recommendations. You get a large slice of whatever you choose. Last time I had the key lime pie, before that the oreo cheesecake. Both were delicious. If they stuck to drinks and dessert, they would be killing it. The food menu isn't overly large - it's a mix of sandwiches and pastas, with breakfast served all day. Probably a menu more appropriate to lunch than dinner, but it's decent enough. Had the Parisian sandwich last time, which was good without being memorable. Service is extremely slow - never gotten out of here in under 2 hours. Just moves at a different pace. Which wouldn't be too bad, except he seating is not awesome. It's crammed, and the tables/chairs are not what you would call comfortable, especially if you're going to be in them for a long time (see: service). Overall, if you're sticking to dessert or drinks, you're going to do well. If you're looking to eat, there are probably better options.
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Dee P.
I came here on Monday with a friend and we sat on the indoor/outdoor patio which was very nice. I ordered the Parisian Turkey sandwich with beets and feta as my side. The sandwich was delicious! The croissant was flaky and fresh and the turkey and brie was warmed perfectly. I liked the beets but I don't care for feta (too strong of a cheese) personally. The service was good; we had a moment of hysteria with a crying baby, so it was a wait before we saw our server again for us to ask for our check (surprised she wasn't running over with it sooner!) but other than that everything was pleasant and everyone was polite.
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Bianca C.
Four stars mostly because the desserts are awesome! Not because of the food I've had there in particular. They have a large assortment of cakes,etc that are always nice and moist. The large drink selection is also spot on- hot and cold alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. On to the food...I'd give then four stars for the soups I've had, the butternut soup is amazing and inspired me to make my own at home, and the lentil bean is good. On the other food, I'd stick to the pasta dishes. I had the mango chicken wrap once: it had too much liquid and sweetness and I didn't taste the curry mayo or cayenne that was supposedly in it. Stay away from the blue cheese coleslaw!
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Louise S.
This is THE seal the deal date Dessert spot, but it's also great for hanging out after dinner with friends when you dont want the chatting to end just yet, perfect for coffee and cakes with the ladies midweek and probably a billion other scenarios when you want to tickle that sweet tooth. The drink menu is extensive, pages and pages of mixed drinks, teas, coffees, herbal and fruit infusions, steamed milk, juice if it come sin a glass or a cup they probably do it. The cakes and cheesecakes and pies are all on display at the front and it;s better to check them out yourself because they rotate and change so there's usually something new to try or a twist on your favourite flavours. The regular savoury food is kind of meh, but when the drinks and desserts are this good i really don't care
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Amanda D.
I finally got to do the whole ~~romantic~~ thing here, but after I had already downed creme brulee. I probably could have eaten cake anyway, but I prevented myself from allowing this to happen. This of course means that I finally ordered a coffee related drink here. This is where that sparsely seen service comes in handy. If you want to get through 398273 pages of a menu and make a decision, you're gonna need that server to take his/her sweet time. I finally decided on the gianduja cappuccino, aka there's Nutella in my coffee. The problem now with this service is that this drink then sat on the counter for a number of minutes, and I was not aware of this until the end, when I had no choice but to scoop the Nutella sitting on the bottom into my mouth with a spoon. I probably should have stirred it up before, but I was in a food coma and brain function was at a minimum. It was still good, even if it only tasted slightly of Nutella until I made it all about eating Nutella. And then another problem. I had no water since we hadn't seen the server since he finally bothered to drop the drinks off, and my throat felt like it does now that I'm sick (except in a good way because HELLO I just had like 4 teaspoons of Nutella). Thankfully when we caught him he brought water and the check relatively quickly so I didn't start coughing like a maniac in candlelight. I think I would go with another coffee and dessert romantic time situation here, cause I'm not paying $5.30 for my own drink unless it comes with alcohol. Yes I am being like that. #Yelp365 - 58/365
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Erik B.
Now, I got a chance to grade you guys. I went to this place with my girl friend to meet some friends. me and 5 of my friends ordered coffees and cheesecakes. My gurl friend was hungry and she wanted to have a cup of tomato soup. Server told her to order another soup or order salad, and server said tomato soup might not be as fresh as the other flavor soup. My girlfriend ordered anyway. She got her tomato soup that wasn't suggested by the server and finished eating it. 10 mins later we had to leave the place because she didn't feel very well. When we arrived home, she got worst. l left her and went to pharmacy in the middle of the night to get some stuff to make her stomach better. when I came back home , she was in the restroom on the floor with a pain.I ve called my doctor friend to get help. My friend said it was the vegetable (tomato soup) . This location is not doing great anymore since they have franchised this location and have changed the crew. Now, they can suffer with the way they do business.
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Lesa A.
The worst daytime management (Manager's name is James) and service ever!!!! I've been a customer for 10+ years at this location but the quality of services has drastically gone down over the past 2+ years. After my experience at breakfast there yesterday, I'll never go back!!!
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Linda J.
Cafe Intermezzo... I actually dread going to this place (at any location) because their cakes are always stale, service is usually bad (whether it's busy or not), and nothing they serve satisfies my taste buds. Aside from last night I haven't been to this location in ten years or more. It hasn't changed much except the wait was longer and a lot more painful (again, 105 degree day... probably close to 90 when we were outside waiting). Those people that sat on the patio must have really wanted their coffee. The service was just okay. We ordered a coffee beverage and talked for a long time. It was almost closing time and our waiter just vanished. Which wasn't the biggest deal because we were having a good time but dude, check up on us. Give us the head nod... something. The ladies room... was as gross as one of the scariest, grossest gas station bathrooms I had to use on the way back from Portland. The kind that's on the side and to the rear of the gas station. The one where you need a key to enter and you think of that scene of "Candyman" and hope no one murders you in there before you walk in. You also don't touch anything (I've become an expert use your foot for everything person) and hold your breath like you're on Fear Factor. I had to choose between disgusting stall #1 with no toilet paper (unless you count the wads that were overflowing out of the commode) and disgusting stall #2 that had the spare toilet paper holder thing a million miles away from the gross commode again with wadded up toilet paper all up in it. I felt like I was in some twisted "fancy" porta potty situation. I know it's busy but that's NO excuse. You know people are drinking and they're going to have to use the facilities. Wipe the counters, restock the toilet paper, and pretend to clean a bit. Not even really clean but frat house clean. You feel me? I mean you are trying to be fancy pants coffee and it's really not even good so at least don't gross me out with the restroom. That and they abruptly lit up the place at the end of the night. Not cool when my eyes were enjoying the dimly lit situation for hours... Sometimes I feel this place is only popular because the restaurants in that same strip mall don't serve coffee. Coincidence?
I wish I could give this place half a star. I hadn't been in a year or two which gave me enough time to forget why it had been so long, only took about 5 minute to remember why I never ever come here. For starters, the place had maybe 3-4 tables being sat at but it took the hostess at least 5 minutes to find our party of 7 a table. We passed by several 4 sided tables that could have easily been pushed together (2 together would have been more than ample), but instead we were put in the back by the restrooms at 3 hightop tables that each barely sit 2 comfortably. Before I could voice the better option, our hostess had disappeared. Drinks and 2 slices of cake took entirely too long to get there. When the cakes finally arrived the chocolate banana pie was completely frozen in the middle. Don't expect anything to be made in house or fresh here. By the time our waitress finally came around, the pie was almost defrosted (nicely played, Intermezzo!) Great place for a date with someone you don't find very attractive. The lighting is so dim I couldn't read the 30 page menu. Didn't help that it was in size 4 font. The only reason why I would bother giving Cafe Intermezzo half a star is because we had the pleasure of bumping into the Hawks' Zaza Pachulia, who is also half a star.
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Alyx K.
I would have to agree with everyone else's reviews that the service is terrible. And by terrible I mean terrible. I am a regular at intermezzo, but I am very specific in how i come. I always ask for a table near the wall because these teeny tiny tables are packed so close together people are elbow to elbow. I am always ready to order as soon as the server comes by for the first time: an Egyptian Chamomile tea (very good, most definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a non alcoholic hot beverage) and either the strawberry nutella crepe, mango sorbet, or red velvet cake depending on my mood. When the server is dropping off our drinks, I ask for the check and try to pay cash, that way I'm not stuck in the awkward limbo at the end where the conversation with the person you came with has ended and you're both sitting there awkwardly continually repeating "where is our server? is it that guy? no...wait." The drink list is extremely extensive, almost to the point it hurts them more than it helps them. They have a glass case displaying the cakes/desserts and a nearby server will give you a guided cake tour which is nice. I would definitely not recommend the food here. I have gotten a sandwich or salad a few times and each time it was overpriced, under portioned, and not good. The last time I grabbed a bite here, I got food poisoning and since then have opted to never eat the food. So what's the reason I keep coming back? The atmosphere is really nice. All the tables have white tablecloths and glass tops. Small vases with pink carnations and a candle atop every table. The lighting is very dim, almost romantic. It is a good place to just sit and talk with a friend for a while. So while I'll probably continue to visit here and stick to my cup of tea and safe dessert, I would recommend people stray from ordering food here or expecting too much out of their server. -A
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Steve V.
Cafe Intermezzo is probably my favorite sit-down dessert place, especially when I have friends in town. The Buckhead location may be slightly better but a pain to get to and park, so I decided to go to the Perimeter Mall location on this trip. Ambiance: I will list this first since this really stands out compared to other dessert places. It is always busy here. The set-up is really cool - you feel like you are in Europe. There are cool wall hangings, sculptures and busts of half-nude women. They even have french lessons over the loud speaker in the bathroom! There are multiple rooms within the restaurant adorned with nice archways, glass-frosted doors and fountains. Food: This is the biggest draw...that is, if you love cake! There are two huge display cases, each holding over 20 cakes....I would say they must have nearly 40-50 cakes/pies to order. One case tends to be heavy on all different kinds of cheesecake (NY style, mocha, Kahlua, pumpkin, etc.); the other case is a mix of fruit-filled cakes (including a famous European imported fruit tart), chocolate mouse cakes and other layer cakes. You really can't beat the selection. Granted when you have this many cakes, some are going to better than others..it all depends on your palate, but I love trying a different slice each time. A little pricey at about $8 a slice, but you are paying for the ambiance. I usually get a few slices (depending on the # of people I am with) and share. They also have a lunch/dinner menu with sandwiches and pasta dishes among other items. Drinks: An amazing drink menu. There is a full bar. There are dozens of coffee drinks to pick from: with drip vs. espresso, with every imaginable flavor addition, cold or hot, whipped cream or not, etc. etc. There is also a very long tea list, hot chocolates, alcoholic coffees. Staff are friendly. There are employees that stand in front of the cake case and know every detail of every cake. Really impressive. I definitely recommend a visit to either this location or the Buckhead location...see which you like better.
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Douglas O.
This Cafe is not as "cool" as the other, but the additional space indoors and outdoors, proximity to work, makes this my preference for a coffee break (non chain ie starbucks). A quick bite for lunch allows me to make the most of a short break from the tasks at hand. The Toffee-Chino something is one of my favorites, though a tad too sweet at times, have to ask for a little less syrup. Breakfast crepes are light and full of flavor.
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Steve S.
I am a GIGANTIC Cafe Intermezzo fan. I have been one of their biggest out-of-state ambassadors for years. How delighted I must have been to finally move to ATL and be able to come here every day if I wished! Nope. Not at all.. At least, with this location. I had family in town, and decided to show off this location to help prove all the positive remarks I had been making about it for years and years. Only four people in the place on a Saturday afternoon. One couple, and two fairly attractive girls at the bar. No servers or staff to be found, except for one young guy at the bar talking with the girls. We sat down next to them and waited. And waited. Made eye contact with the guy. And waited. After 15 minutes of trying to get his attention, we got up to leave. As we were leaving, one of the girls says "Shouldn't you help them?" We never heard a response behind us. What a nightmare. Never again. The location is perfect and beautifully decorated. The menu and offering is top shelf. The service.. the worst I've encountered in Atlanta to date.
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Vivian W.
I'm seriously considering a personal mission to try every cake this place offers...unfortunately this mission has hampered by the fact that I can't help but get my favorites when I'm standing there looking at the cake display. I'll admit I haven't tried any of their actual food-menu items, but the cakes are totally worth a trip. I def. swing by to pick up a few slices to-go whenever I pass by...the tiramisu here is AMAZING. According to the dude behind the counter they import it from Milan (rolls eyes*) - whatever, it's delicious. They've also got a rasberry flavored tiramisu and their red velvet cake is spot-on. On occasion they've got hazelnut/chocolate cakes that are pretty rich, but not nauseatingly so (imo). My only gripe - their to-go system takes too long, I want my cakes faster! PS - there is free wifi and they are totally fine with you hanging out with your laptop enjoying your cake/drink during the day.
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Philip D.
What happened to this formerly nice place? Returned after a couple of years to find food fair but overpriced and customers allowing kids to scream, run around place and disrupt everything. The staff just lets the insane parents and kids run free. They should rename this Chucky Cheese
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Jen G.
My boyfriend used to live here and visited another one of their locations (maybe the original one?) so we stopped by on his recommendation. The place has great ambiance, and people were using it for various purposes ranging from date nights, night out with friends, to even a poker game! We stopped in for dessert and coffee on our way home from a night out while visiting town. We ordered a slice of carrot cake cheesecake and each got a hot coffee. Carrot cake cheesecake is kind of dry in the cakey bits but the cheesecake parts are pretty tasty. Slightly overpriced at $8 per slice. I would honestly try something else next time, there are SOOO many choices! I ordered a pumpkin latte, which had great flavor, but was really sweet. I'm definitely a cream and multiple sugars kind of girl, and it was too sweet for me. They add a really thick cream on the top, which remains even after you finish drinking the coffee beneath. I left that there because I was on sweets overload! My boyfriend got a butterscotch expresso, which was quite a bit larger than mine, but also very sweet. He could barely finish it. The butterscotch flavoring was really good, but a little overwhelming. The cream on his coffee was enough to be a separate treat for someone! I thought about having that boxed up to take home to the kids! Unique location, but I think I'll stick to the desserts or have them bring me my coffee unsweetened and without the fluff next time!
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Jai R.
I'm a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. It has the intimate atmosphere that I would imagine a small cafe in Italy to have. Each small table has its own candle to add light to the dim setting. The coffee and desserts are excellent. I have tried their food before and I was very pleased with their panini but I usually visit Intermezzo for their massive dessert and expresso selections. Cafe Intermezzo is excellent for small groups and intimate couples. The sound levels are low and the lighting is romantic. The parking at the Dunwoody Intermezzo is more ideal compared to Cafe Intermezzo in Buckhead. I much prefer the Dunwoody location.
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Cindy W.
I celebrated my New Years at Cafe Intermezzo. Read my review for the Peachtree Rd location: This location looks a lot classier (Greek statues with and without fountain, amphora-shaped lamps, Greek columns, low lighting...) than the Peachtree location....and I would recommend dressing up slightly. It's Cafe Intermezzo. C'mon. At each table, there is a carnation, a candle, and a cup of sugar (and I eat them like horses.... Watch out diabetus, I'm coming for you!!) They give you two menus, one complete, one of food. They are true Jack of All Trades, master of none. However, I DO really like their teas and presentation too- a pot and cup, beautiful. As usual, I followed my own advice: 1) Expect service as sparse and slow as Europe 2) Only order coffe/tea and dessert (fantastic mimosas too) 3) Warn your date beforehand he will be hella surprised by the tab (and not in a good way) What actually transcribed: 1) Service was actually spot on this time, but we saw Emily about 4 times. 2) Ordered Raspberry Truffle Hot Chocolate ($5.90), Spanish Mocha ($5), Frutti Di Bosco ($7.85, their "signature", has won several awards back in the day), and the Tiramisu Cheesecake ($7.85) 3) Yeah. He knew he was in a world of hurt. 4) New rule: add sugar cubes first so it dissolves and stir constantly so there's not a mountain of sugar for the last sips. --------------------------------------------------Â--------------------- 4) Countdown to New Years was controlled; everyone stared at the employees. 5) 12:16 am, soopa doopa fabulous employee gives Tyra a strut for her catwalk down each lane and wishes everyone a happy new years. An Indian guy was on the side and knew only cheesecakes but was a sweetheart and explained everything carefully for my date (first timer, you see), cake girl ignored us for 5 minutes before helping us, but she was nice. The Bosco slice was smaller than Peachtree's, so I finished mine easily. My Spanish mocha was lukewarm; Starbucks serves their's 3x as large, hot and with a warning. Unacceptable and insulting, Cafe Intermezzo. I was also upset that their cup of coffee couldn't fit 2 of my tiny fingers inside the handle, so I had to -awkwardly- wrap my hand around it like a mug and uncomfortably sip....and when I got to the last few sips, there was the most disagreeable gritty foam like substance at the bottom, like powdered coffee mix (not sugar either). As I finished my slice and my small cup of coffee, I ate about an inch off of my date's cheesecake. The rum/coffee "soaked" lady fingers were dry, which meant it was either frozen before, not fresh, or not prepared traditionally. Later I found out they get desserts pre-made and frozen. I loved the atmosphere and my date, but Cafe did not perform. I actually felt really sick after all the desserts and coffee. Sugar coma, yes yes. Diabetus, I might be closer than I thought.....
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Annie L.
VERY romantic at night. All the tables were adorned with candles, so it gave a very intimate vibe. The food was alright to me. It wasn't mindblowing or anything that I would seek out of my way to get again. The desserts however are delish. From the moment you walk in, there are plenty of pastries on display that you can choose from. Other than that, going for dinner I'll probably choose elsewhere. But if I wanted maybe a couple of drinks and some dessert, I'd definitely venture here.
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Catrina W.
The ambiance was great! BUT, I don't appreciate having to get up to get my cake from the display. Why isn't it on the menu?That was weird. AND it was dry.
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Duc L.
This was literally the best place for first dates and fun hang outs a year or two back. It's either my tastes has changed or the clientele is changing not for my liking. The place focuses around the idea of a european coffee shop consisting of mainly coffee and dessert (cakes and pies) although they do serve teas, alcoholic drinks, and regular food. I've never personally had their food considering this place is more of a dessert/wide down spot so I'm more of the dessert and coffee person. Tables are relatively small, mainly 2-4 persons but if you have a larger group, they can accommodate by pushing tablets together but it might not be in the best locations in terms of traffic flow and lighting. What I do recommend is the berry-berry tea (I love tea), tiramisu, or cafe johannes. Many items on the menu are reasonably priced, but do be prepared to spend a little extra if getting anything a bit out of the ordinary. While cake slices are a good portion, it is pricey. Just an FYI if you're first trying this place out and you're on a budget. What I don't like about it anymore is the service is pretty slow, maybe it's the people in the back or maybe they just want me to leave that much quicker. Whatever the reason may be, it takes a good while between getting your drink and being able to get their attention again to order a second drink or even a refill of water. The environment is so loud now, it seems like everyone has just forgotten to speak in a relatively normal voice and has resorted to shouting. It used to be a place where you could sit down and have a good conversation between two people but now it's so loud that you're resorted to just speaking very loudly which I think destroy's the mood whether it be a hang out or first date. I think this place is getting very popular which is why more different clientele is coming in, but I tend to skip this place now for quality drinks and hang outs but rather a last minute idea or a place just to be seen.
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Phong T.
I've been a fan of this place since the day I found it years back. It never seem to disappoint me when I visit. Coffee & Teas: Wide-selection and tasty coffee. I've tried more of the milk/shlag based coffee and they're amazingly good. Try Cubano Latte or the Cocciccino Bianco (spelling may be off-excuse me). My taste has gotten heavier though and off the sugar. I recently visited and got the Cafe Beethoven. I don't know if they made it wrong, but it was overly sweetened with the honey. I sent it back to ask for more coffee to balance it out, but it was still too sweet. Maybe my taste buds, but they re-made a new one less sweetened and it tasted perfect. But I wouldn't recommend that drink in particular. Desserts: Love their cheesecake. Tira Misu all the way! I've also tried their Red Velvet, which is pretty tasty. Food: I've never tried it here, but I see this place more of a coffee and dessert spot so I'll maybe try it one day.
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Miguel C.
This was really a nice find. A nice little cafe/restaurant with a theme centered around classical-music composers. Classy but casual. The food was wonderful. We had wine, seafood crepe, brie, seafood crepe, tiramisu, ... and did I mentioned the seafood crepe? :-) It was all really good and not too pricey. Extensive wine list in addition to an array of coffees. Interesting tidbit: We almost didn't go. When we arrived they had an alarm going off which they seemed unable to turn off. Fortunately they fixed it before we walked away.
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Dianna B.
None of my trips to Atlanta is ever complete without a trip to this restaurant. It is both intimate and open. Comforting and comfortable with food that is delicious and decadent. My favorite treat is the goat cheese medallions, these are lightly breaded and served in a red pepper sauce that is just to die for. Their coffees & teas are always right on the mark. Though sometimes the service is slow and cumbersome.
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Ana H.
I went on a date here and I absolutely loved it! The desserts were amazing and the waiter was simply so polite! I felt welcomed & I will be coming back soon
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Jennifer G.
I was stunned to discover that this place has 3 other locations in Atlanta when I searched for it on Yelp. Stunned because in the 20 months I've lived in Atlanta, this is the worst restaurant I've visited. No, I didn't really expect a Viennese style coffee house in Atlanta (even though I lived in Vienna and would know the real thing). I did expect a place pretty much dedicated to coffee and desserts to have decent coffee and desserts. They have an unbelievable selection. Too bad every dessert falls somewhere between bland and blah. I've had Entenmann's cakes with more flavor. Whatever you do, don't order actual food here. How you screw up a turkey club panini is beyond me, but whatever sauce they put on it was some of the grossest stuff I've ever eaten. On the weekends, this place is packed so be prepared for a wait if my review doesn't knock some sense into you and you decide to go somewhere else.
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Michelle K.
I went here with some friends for a late night Friday night dessert and coffee run. I was expecting to wait 30 minutes or more but we were seated within 10 minutes of arrival. Our server greeted us promptly and made sure we had both the dessert and drink menus. The four of us ended up getting food vs dessert. I must say that the baked brie was amazing!! The appetizer consisted of baked brie, honey, garlic pepper, parsley and the perfect amount of brown sugar with water crackers on the side. It was the perfect late night snack. Our friends ordered the French toast with strawberries and powdered sugar. My date had the chai latte, and although I am not a fan of chai, it tasted pretty darn good. Cafe Intermezzo serves their tea in a press, which is quite a unique feature & standard here. Our server - as busy as he was - always made sure that we were taken care of. Cafe Intermezzo never fails in providing a pleasing ambiance with high quality food an beverages. The only reason I gave them 3 stars is because the server and waiter could not coordinate our seating arrangements. We ended up walking a circle around the entire restaurant before being seated. But... the baked brie made up for everything negative. #Yelp 365- 23/365
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Kirk P.
Have always enjoyed Cafe Intermezzo when it was a special little place on Peachtree Street. After last night, I'm feeling like the magic is gone, the place feels like when you go into any of hundreds of Hard Rock Cafe's .... there once was one that meant something ... and now they are just forgettable reproductions. The Cafe has, as one reviewer put it, become "flippant" ... too busy to care ... arrogantly unconcerned with service. It was hard to believe, but we sat at a bar and never were greeted or served. We then moved to our table (that did not take a very long time to get). We were met by a server who took drink orders. And then never returned. A manager walked by and we stood and said we just had to leave and he said OK. He could not have cared less. So, good for them for being so busy that they can become cavalier. Bad for us because it's not special anymore. Now it's just where the lemmings go because 1) it's open late 2) you can be as weird as you want 3) you may get served fast enough not to become angry. With that appeal, we'll look elsewhere. Atlanta's growing and restaurant nightlife evolves rapidly. One day, that manager may care.
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Alfie A.
Menu has a variety of brunch like meals. Breakfast is served all day long (if I recall correctly) variety of creeps, sandwiches and some pasta options. A great drink menu of both alcoholic and non alcoholic and coffee beverages. We ordered the Tuna Melt, Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken, and Nutella Banana Crepes. Tuna was served cold like a tuna salad sandwich and the cheese wasn't even melted. We had to send it back for them to create a true tuna melt with MELTED cheese. Crepe was hard and flakey. The nutella and banana crepes are much better at IHOP for probably half the price. We told the manager of the concern with the flakey and hard crepe. Spinach strawberry salad with warm goat cheese patties with chicken was really delicious and is highly recommended. Note that the chicken was served room temp and not warm. Other than that this salad was really good. The service requires heavy improvement. We were there on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm, clearly after the heavy brunch crowd. We waited at least 45 minutes for our food to be served. Our server said they were extremely busy but from our view the restaurant appeared to be half way full. Didn't seem like a legitimate reason for our order to take so long. Our meal plan was to order light to save room for dessert and coffee. But after such a long wait for our meals we figured it would take them a while to cut a slice of our cake for our dessert order. We decided to bail and skip dessert all together. From a price standpoint, I would say it's average but my 2 star rating is a reflection of the lack luster service and the not so pleasing tuna melt and hard and flaky crepe. The manager comped the tuna melt which was an appreciated gesture. The ambience inside is cozy with dark maroon decor and the outside patio is an appealing part of this restaurant assuming temp is no more than 80 degrees outside. Had our 3 year old daughter with us and the wrought iron patio furniture isn't too comfortable for toddlers. No booths indoors and a number of tables with high pub chairs, not ideal for toddlers. I have been here before for after dinner dessert and coffee. Night environment is a little more bustling with a diverse crowd. If this review was limited to their coffee/dessert menu and experience, I would give it 3 stars. Would I go back? Yes, for the beverage and dessert menu only.
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Zagreus A.
After many years away from one of my favorite old haunts, it was comforting to see that some things don't change so much. Granted., since the last time I was here, they expanded nex door, they added wi-fi and their booklet of coffees and drinks now includes energy drinks... However the wait staff till features cool people from foreign countries, a fairly Euro-Bohemian feel and a slide show in one alcove... Frankly the last reviewer said it all and said it well. No longer single, me and my buddy now came with our wives and shared salads and goat cheese appetizers. It was wonderful.
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Giang-Ha S.
The only reason I'm giving this place two stars is because of the cake and drinks. Service as always is horrible. I've been here so many times and each time I thought the service wuld change or get better. But yet, it has not improve. The serve that served us was completely rude and unwelcoming. Took him atleast 15 minutes to greet us and give us our water. For goodness sake. Its water!! Also, he pushed our table without saying anything first. If you want us to shift, just say so. He doesn't have to be rude. After we put in our order, it took another 30 minutes for it to come out. Overall, experience was horrible. Our server did not act welcoming or was being attentive to his customers. Would I come back? probably not, but because of the cake. I might.
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Lauren H.
Love this restaurant! This is one of the few full-service restaurants in the area with genuinely late hours...something my boyfriend and I appreciate thanks to a bizarre work schedule. We like being able to just drop by at midnight or 1 a.m. and the kitchen will still be open. The first time I visited Cafe Intermezzo I was overwhelmed by the massive drink menu... pretty much any cocktail, tea or coffee you could think of was on it. It's one of the few places we can order an actual Turkish coffee (if you're into that sort of thing). They also have an excellent offering for food, although not quite as extensive. I've never eaten or drunk anything here that I've been disappointed by. Sometimes the service is slow but I still give Cafe Intermezzo 5 stars because of their hours, their selection and the unique atmosphere. It's definitely a for any occasion sort of restaurant.
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Fabian W.
I love this place. The desserts and hot chocolates are so decadent.
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Ryan C.
Great food and even better desserts. Love the Cozy dark intimate feel.
(5)
Annette S.
It was my first time here. I have been waiting there for more than 10 minutes but no one came to take care of me. Finally I was able to order a suisse mokka. But it was too sweat. But the food is better than the service after all.
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Gloria M.
This place has yummy cakes but horrible horrible service. It took them abt 20 minutes to get me my cake, which just needs to be plated btw, and it was the wrong cake. Then since it was so cold outside, we moved inside and the server took forever to get our table a glass of water. This place needs to up its game on its service. And the worst of it all, as if it could get any worse, the wine glass they gave us had lipstick on it; our server was too busy chatting so we had to flag another server down to get us another dirty glass. Extremely disappointed in the service and I really used to love coming here for dessert + coffee.
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Shazia T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. It's a perfect way to end the day if you want a chill night with whoever you're with. This is my favorite location because parking is free and it's more convenient location-wise. I love the ambiance inside. The desserts are up on display and I have to try to stop myself from drooling all over the floor. This place is really good for drinks and dessert, though they have real food if you want it. Their menu changes periodically, so some items may not be available all the time. - Roasted eggplant soup - absolutely LOVE it! yum in the tum - Grilled cheese - they use good cheese (not nasty American) - Veggie burger - good - Walk on the Beach - virgin drink; didn't care for it much - Mexican Hot Chocolate - my fave drink!! I'll get it, no matter how full I am. - Some Indian-type tea/chai - I forgot which one I got, but it was good. - German chocolate cake - sooooooooo good! - Raspberry chocolate cake - really good and rich!
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Christina T.
wow intermezzo you really dropped the ball. my boyfriend and I walked in to a short line. When we got up to the host stand we were taken to be seated right away. When the hostess realized there were no tables available we were brought back to the host stand where they took our name and number and told us to wait for a call. We waited patiently for 20 mins as we watched people that came after us being seated. Everytime we went to the host he said our table was being cleaned right now or we were next to be seated. Even after I got the call from intermezzo and went to the host, we waited another 5-10 mins.. We stood right in front of the host stand and watched as each of the hostess came and took couples who had also just gotten called to their tables. When the host started seating new couples that had just walked in and not even been waiting we reminded him that we were still waiting for a table. He told us to stand close by and pointed to the spot right next to him (which was one step closer than we had been standing). He needs to stop staring at the computer screen and look up at peoples faces to see who has been waiting. I feel like the host took advantage of our patience and our politeness. In the beginning we were standing close to the front door because we didn't want to be one of those people that loiter in front of the host stand, and because servers were also walking around. I don't mind waiting for a table for 40+ mins if they really are busy and it is the ACTUAL wait time, but it wasn't. They told us it would be about 5 mins, and there was a very short line. We just kept getting ignored/ "forgotten" about for half an hour as they seated new parties before us. We finally walked out, and one of the hostesses saw us and gave us a weird look. But they are so busy they don't even care. What is another 2 customers to them? NOTHING.
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Emily K.
I wasn't originally planning to go here last night, but when my date and I heard the heavy bass eminating from Eclipse di Luna, we decided to go here instead. Everything was just okay. We got the baked brie to snack on and I didn't like the fact it was paired with a sweet bread. I love brie, so I want to focus on the taste of brie, not the almost overwhelming sweetness of the bread. I got the raspberry chocolate cake and it too was just okay. I think Palate's is superior and also cheaper. They do get points for having real whipped cream, though. Like the Peachtree location, service is slow. Though this time I didn't mind it as much because we weren't in a hurry, it wasn't late, etc. I would've preferred a little more attentive service, especially in light of the fact it wasn't that busy. I'd probably go back here if someone else suggested it.
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Hanna N.
If you love cake and coffee drinks, you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. There's never a shortage of a selection of cakes. Out of about 10-15 visits here, the service has always been very friendly but slooooooow. It's the cakes, coffee drinks, and fruit sorbets that keep me coming back. The ambiance is good for a date night or to catch up with friends. The late night hours are also a plus.
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Adnan D.
My wife and I visit this location quite often to get some good desserts and some kind of romantic atmosphere. The service is very slow on busy nights especially when the coffee they make is made by one or two people so don't expect to get your drink in five minutes. The people at the cakes are very knowledgeable and patient. Thumbs up to them.....servers are slow because baristas are slammed. We waited on a server for over 30min and when we complained we got our desserts for free :)...so if you don't like something make sure you speak to a manager
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Sarah T.
Justin and I went to the Perimeter Intermezzo awhile back with Aiken for desserts and coffee. The service wasn't as horrid as I was expecting it to be, but it wasn't stellar either. The atmosphere there was lovely. It feels like such a great place to go and read a book, or take a date. Definitely a date place. Anyways, I only took a picture of what Aiken ordered cause I'm a dork. I ordered one of their cappuccino, they have so many, I don't remember which one I picked. Either way I enjoyed it. I also got the lemon gelato because I am a lemon fanatic and you get to keep the champagne glass it comes in. I plan on going back and starting a collection. ^.^ It was so so good. I loved it. Justin got a Dark and Stormy drink, and their sweet tea. He loves the blend of teas they use, it is super flavorful. Aiken ordered a slice of cake. Honestly, I don't remember what the cake was, I just remember that it was delicious. Not super sweet, it was subtle, and light, and lovely. Real fresh made whip cream on the side too. He also ordered the Turkish coffee that of course comes in the most adorable tiny cup and saucer. The really cute pot they bring out just adds to it. I'm not a huge fan of Turkish coffee, it's a bit gritty for me, but the presentation of it is just too much. Not a place to go for food, but their desserts and drinks seem pretty stellar. Don't get bummed about the service, go in expecting it to suck, and you don't leave disappointed. Will be going back again for sure.
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Kate T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. If I could rate in terms of "range" I'd give it a between 4 to 5. The reason(s) are as follow: Location - Great location! Across from the Perimeter Mall. Kinda hidden within a plaza. KT rating: 5. Environment - Classy. Sophisticated. It gives the feel of the black and white movies - Frank Sinatra, Casablanca, An Affair to Remember... Dimmed lighting, candle light... Quite romantic... KT rating: 5.5 Food - They serve a wide range of desserts from simple to classy. You could just stand there and have them describe each dessert in detail and still have difficulty deciding. My personal favorite, tiramisu with a hint of rum. Simple, light, and tasty. The drink menu is long -- and I do mean, VERY long list. Wine, tea, coffee drinks from various continents. Full bar that can make practically any drink you heart desires! KT rating: 5.5! Service - They take forever... Depends on who is the server. Some nice, some OK, some super nice, and some just forget that they're suppose to be waiting on you! KT rating: 2. Regardless, it's still a very nice place to hang, chill, relax. A great place for couples to spend time, or a girls night out, or catching up with a group of friends! Just make sure if you have enough time to chill. The moment you get sited, you won't be able to leave at least 2-3 hrs later.
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Ariel M.
EXCELLENT selection of coffees and teas. I've found myself craving the Cappuccino La Scala on a regular basis. A well-stocked bar with knowledgeable mixologists, they even have absinthe (not my thing, but I was impressed they had it). Some bartenders these days have never even heard of a Brandy Alexander, but it's right there on their drinks menu. Okay, so that definitely dates me, but it's nice to know you can ask for a not-trendy cocktail and not get a blank stare. The pastries are high-end and delicious, but the portions are huge so you might want to share. Super-sweet for the most part, I like their more fruit-based selections like the berry tart. You can order them to go if you want to indulge later and they are packed nicely for the trip home. I wouldn't go for the food - it's okay, but more of an afterthought. We go for the coffee and dessert after a light meal elsewhere or late at night. The Perimeter location is open until 2am at the weekend (I believe the one downtown is open until 3am). I don't know if I'd describe the ambiance as "Euro-trash wannabe" as another Yelper put it, to me it's always seemed to simply be couples and friends enjoying good company and sweets. Service is decent, never had a complaint. We go almost every week for an indulgent coffee and dessert and I plan on continuing the trend. Very satisfied overall and can't wait to take my father-in-law and his girlfriend (SO adorable!) here. Great for a Sunday afternoon outside by the railing, enjoying the flowers and fabulous trees in the courtyard.
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Antonio H.
Came here to meet a friend on a weeknight on a whim, which she suggested, and I so had to give her a high five for picking my favorite place without knowing. This is by far my favorite coffee/pastry establishment and I can't say it's because of the coffee but it's the atmosphere. I am a huge coffee drinker and though I had the Cafe Itialiano, it really wasn't the thing that put the smile on my face. It's the fact that you can order coffee with alcohol, a great slice of key lime cake, and enjoy the people around you. I can say though having the fountaining next to you after having a couple of drinks does not help when trying to stay focused on a conversation all I was thinking was "it would be so good to take a nap right now."
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B S.
This restaurant has some sentimental value. But I'll just leave it at that. Let me start off by saying that service is pretty lackluster at this restaurant...however...the ambience at night time makes up for everything. This is the perfect late night date spot. On our last visit we enjoyed several coffee liqueur specialties, the caprese panini, the Mediterranean pasta, and a alive of cheesecake. This restaurant is truly for the atmosphere Nd the uniqueness that is the drink menu. I don't think I'd ever come here with a group of friends...this is strictly a date spot. Maybe in the daytime that changes things....but then...where's the fun in that :)
(4)
Taylor R.
This is my favorite place to hang out with my girlfriends. It has very nice atmosphere and good sweet deserts. I especially love their coffee Latte! I recommend to give it a try because you might find a new hang out place...
(4)
Matt A.
I have been here once before and I did like it. This visit was not great. It toke the waiter 15 minutes to take a small order of three coffees and one crepes. We got the coffees but it took them 20 minutes to bring out crepes.
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Jenita B.
The meal was fantastic and my server Joshua was awesome. The gluten free cheesecake was absolutely delicious! I like the Ashford Dunwoody location much better than Midtown.The staff, minus bartender, was a bit rude and unfriendly when I visited the Midtown location. The vibe here is peaceful.
(4)
Akiko I.
Came back here on my visit back to ATL in 8 years...oh the memories! I've always talked about this place to my husband and finally he understands why I love this place so much. Now, I'm biased because I have fond memories of this place all through my college years in ATL. It was a hangout for us. If someone was to have a blind date or just a date, get together, etc....this was the place. Not much has changed in 8 years except the improvements made on the patio area of the cafe. It has a hard ceiling instead of just a plastic overhead. Oh I did notice that most of the shops in that shopping area has closed...a sad reality of the current economy. * Tiramisu = OMG so delish. One of the best we've tasted. Until now, my fav was at Extraordinary desserts in San Diego but this one is equally yummy! * Tiramisu cheesecake = Very good but a little too sweet for me. If you usually go for sweeter desserts, this one is probably for you over the regular tiramisu * Oreo cheesecake = this one was very good too. Surprisingly not too sweet. * ...Bianca... = Gush, I don't remember the name but it had "bianca" in it I think. It is a latte with white chocolate and espresso....SO YUMMY Everyone ordered so many interesting drinks, I don't remember the specific names BUT we all loved it. I envy my friend who can be here all the time. My husband, who is so hard to please, especially when it comes to cafe, LOVED it. He said he would be here all the time if one existed in L.A.. * Ambiance = cozy and classy * Cafe = delish * Price = average * Cakes = YUUUUUMMMMMMM * Parking = ample
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Caitlin B.
Holy hell - WOW! This place is completely amazing, wonderful and orgasmic in every possible way; a girl's paradise for sure. Cakes are fab and the drinks are top notch. My son had a piece of the Oreo cheesecake and I had some sort of Nutella puffed pastry with a Nutella hot chocolate - they were all to die for!! Any excuse to come here. LOVE it!! Just wish there was one closer. I am in LOVE with this place in case you couldn't tell already.
(5)
Mike A.
One of my new favorite places. Great afternoon place to meet a friend. Unbelievable drinks menu, and amazing dessert options. Beautiful patio setting. Look forward to my next visit.
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Katherine K.
I have to give this place a high rating just for the memories. I was here this week getting some drinks with a friend and it really made me feel homey because the place hasn't changed much since I was in high school. Same sugar cubes, desserts, low flickering candles, dark friendly ambience. The place is usually packed. It's overpriced, but what the hell. It's such a cool little cafe. The cocktails are done right! On this particular last visit, I had the strawberry martini and a seabreeze. I ordered a mandarin martini second, but it wasn't to my liking so the bartender substituted the sea breeze. I also had the red velvet which was pretty good. A bit dry, but still delicious. I've never had a bad experience here and service has always been decent if not consistently good. However, I go here very randomly. If you're looking for a nice little late night spot to get some dessert, coffee, or drinks, this is the only place to go. Amazing selections! There are also more locations throughout Atlanta? I've tried the dessert at the Buckhead location on a late night munchie run with an ex. My EMO friends smoked cigarettes and went to the Dunwoody one after their senior prom. I've hid out at this cafe for a couple of hours when I had to wait before. Random dates. Like I said, MEMORIES.
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Apryl E.
Cafe Intermezzo is the perfect date place. It's extremely romantic and intimate, but unfortunately very tight- especially if you're seated next to the dessert display case. I truly enjoyed my meal which was the tortellini (and some of my date's risotto....ssssshhhhh!). The glass of pinot grigio I had was the best ever. I guess I'm a weirdo because the 2 times I've had dessert there, I've been terribly UNDERwhelmed. I could have easily made that strawberry cake with strawberry frosting myself with the help of Betty Crocker. I think the desserts are overrated, but I do love the ambiance of this restaurant.
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Lina M.
Typical late night coffee/tea cake/small snack place. If you're really hungry this is not the place. this is the place you go after you ate, to have dessert & drinks It's good & romantic for a date, it is also great for a girls night out I've been here countless times the cakes are always fascinating! The waitress told me that most of their cakes are shipped from Italy or made upstairs. You really don't have to worry about the waiters/waitresses because even if they're super busy, when go here everyone goes to chat so while you're stuck in a deep conversation everything seems to arrive in the right time!
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Barbara C.
Just moved to the area and thought we'd walk to Cafe Intermezzo for an Al fresco breakfast. The place looked really great from the outsider much like a cafe you'd stop at on vacation. The menu looked great. The Latte was pretty good, the waitress, although hard to find was friendly. I had a craving for Eggs Benedict ever since I saw them featured on an episode of MasterChef, so I ordered them. The eggs were not done enough...when the egg white is still see through, it's not done enough. The potatoes it came with were cold and not really grilled....It's like they were left overs. The hollandaise sauce was disgusting. The presentation of the Eggs Benedict was also poorly done. It looked as though it had been sitting for several hours. I asked the waitress if she could bring me some more hollandaise sauce and she happily complied. It was a little tub of hollandaise incomplete with skin. My husband eggs were to his liking, but the sausage had so much pepper (and he's a pepper fan) it ruined the taste. His potatoes were part of the same batch of leftovers. We may walk up for a latte and walk back, but we won't be going back for anything to eat.
(1)
Andrew C.
Visit Date: 05.01.2010 Nice place with an intimate atmosphere to order tea, coffee, or any type of coffee drink. They also have a WIDE variety of cheesecakes, about $7.50 a slice. Ordered the B-52 cheesecake and the namesake coffee drink, the Cafe Intermezzo. Both were great. They also have breakfast, lunch, and dinner items, if you're into that.
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Cynthia H.
Hello Mr. Olson, I am going to celebrate my bday with a few girlfriends at the Dunwoody location tomorrow. I am a really worried about the service's bad reviews. I hope you are reading the reviews posted online, about that specific location, so you could make sure that the patrons will be taken better care. The two locations that I have been to, are very lovely places, with excellent food/ gourmet coffee/drinks, but I am concerned with all the bad reviews. I have thought about going somewhere else, but again, I will give it a shot, with the hopes that after tomorrow, I will be putting up a great review...so from past experience, I will give it 5 stars today. Will be back here tomorrow...
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Jang C.
Before I write this review, I have to let you know that I hate cafes. So my review will be biased a bit. This place is overpriced. I don't normally drink coffee, so I order the other stuff on the menu. They are all munchkin sized portions. I guess I'm not sophisticated enough to sit down and sip my drink slowly talking about philosophy. It's good for groups and at the same time, not good for groups. They do have large tables, but you can't talk to people in your group easily. When I think of a cafe, I think of some intimate setting where you converse in intellectual discussions. Well you really can't socialize here. It's like a restaurant. Why hang out here if you can't really hang out? It's too crowded to move around, and it's too loud. Also, since this is a pretty crowded place, your service will suck. I don't think it's the fault of the servers, but they have to serve a lot of people. I would admit this place is a good date spot. The atmosphere is perfect for that. But I never took my dates here. It's so cliche. I rather take them to some hole in the wall place. I guess it's a good date spot if you are in high school or college. But I doubt it, it's too expensive for those kids.
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Kristie C.
Like the Buckhead location better, but fret not because the same quality and deliciousness of food is maintained here. Plus, our server was attentive and friendly. Downside? Two: 1. The lady by the dessert counter wasn't so friendly and seemed reluctant to tell us the desserts. Yes, a bit much to ask what they all are - but my boyfriend has never been, and in Buckhead when I went for the 1st time, they were more than happy to patiently go over what was in the dessert case. 2. Area was a bit deserted in the week, but seemed more alive on the weekend. The Buckhead location was bigger and more romantic, while this location seemed more cramped and just sort of dark, not really romantic.
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Samantha V.
My first time was here. I was hooked. I was in love. I was ready to move in and change my last name.... The guy didn't last, but Intermezzo did. There are a few locations, the downtown one has much more historic feel.. the Buckhead location is beautiful... but this one is easy to get to, easy to park, and you can always get a seat. The hummus platter is fabulous. The salads are fabulous. The soy lattes rock my happy vegan heart. Only downside... no vegan desserts. WHYYYYY?????
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Sergeo S.
Used to love this place, what happened? The food was tasteless and not fresh, even the coffee was watered down. The prices however reflect fine dining. They need a make over big time!!!!
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Pamela C.
Absolutely loved this place! I really love the ambiance here & feel that it is great for any occasion. The beautiful interior decor makes the place look cozy, romantic, & a bit upscale. There's a bar with an array of delicious cakes and cheesecakes, an extensive beverage list and food. Honestly, I've never actually eaten anything here besides the desserts. It's always been a meet up spot for my frineds and I where we can enjoy a cup of coffee and perhaps share a delicious dessert. I went with a couple of friends recently to introduce one them to this lovely spot & celebrate their bday. Now the experience I was hoping for them to get out of the evening was not quite pleasant but had a great turn around thanks to Amity of management. Let me explain by saying that our service was pretty bad and slow. It took more than 15 minutes for our coffee to come out and I had asked our server if they can put a candle or do something nice for my friend since it was their birthday. First off, they gave me a crappy excuse about how they don't do those types of things for such occasions. Now I know they must've had a bad shift or something because I've been here plenty times to celebrate a birthday or two before and the staff always seem to help and create a great time for the customer, obviously they didn't. Although this mishap occurred I still give this place 4 stars because of my passed experiences and the staff is kind and friendly.
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Jenny L.
THERE WAS A FULL SIZED COCKROACH IN OUR HOT CHOCOLATE. THE SIZE OF MY THUMB. Okay, now that I have your attention, I wanted to warn everyone about my experience. I am a regular at Intermezzo, especially this location. So after dinner at Maggiano's, my mom, my sister-in-law and I decided to go to Intermezzo for some dessert. We ordered two hot chocolates, a mimosa, and a sambuco cake. My mom ate all of the whipped cream off the hot chocolate first with her spoon then began to drink the hot chocolate itself. She drank more than half of her hot chocolate before realizing the disgusting cockroach floating upside down. My mom didn't even notice anything at first. I personally thought it was chocolate shaving but I was wondering why it wasn't melting. My sister-in-law found it strange and took her spoon and scooped it up. My sister-in-law and I stared at it hard for about 5 seconds before we could realize what it actually was. We both screamed out loud and she dropped the spoon back into the cup. After we told my mom what it was, my mom went to the restroom to vomit out all of what she had drank. Then it took us forever to get the attention of a host to call the manager because maybe screaming and finding bugs is normal or something.. We were all so traumatized and shaken up. And once we got the manager, things got worse. The manager refused to take responsibility and all she had said was "I didn't put it there, there's nothing I can do about it." When I asked her what the cafe's health inspection score was, she said "Um, 85... No, wait, 83." I asked her if she's the 'manager', isn't her job to 'manage' what goes on. And how did they not notice a FULL SIZED ADULT COCKROACH being poured into a mug? All she kept saying was "It already happened, and I can't do anything." ................... SERIOUSLY? "Oh, I ran someone over but it already happened, I can't do anything about it" I realize drinking cockroach juice isn't equivalent to running someone over, but as a manager she should've AT LEAST asked if there's anything she could do for us regarding the incident. The conversation got to the point where I had to ask her if she was talking back to me because of the attitude. She then brought a male manager. He comes up to us and has the audacity to ask how we would like to take care of the bill. ..................ONCE AGAIN, SERIOUSLY?! I asked him "Are you serious right now? You expect us to pay for the drinks?" And he said "Hold on." And went away for about 3 minutes. When he had returned he told us that the bill was taken care of and if we would like a gift certificate. WOULD ANYBODY IN THEIR RIGHT MIND WANT A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO WHERE THEY DRANK A COCKROACH INFUSED HOT CHOCOLATE????? First above all, we barely touched our drinks and cake by that point, my mom just drank her hot chocolate rather quickly. Second above all, the two managers handled the situation VERY POORLY. VERY VERY POORLY. Third, need I say more? I wish I told him to drink the cockroach hot chocolate and I'll pay for everyone's tab in the cafe. I repeat, it was an adult full-sized cockroach with long antennas. My mom vomited at least six times so far. And it's 3:46 A.M. but we all can't even fall asleep because we're still in shock. If the managers handled it very professionally and was genuinely concerned for my mom's health, I think it would've somewhat alleviated the situation. A simple "Are you okay?" to my mom would've acceptable. My mom needs to go to the doctor's for a check-up now, considering the amount of bacteria and filth that one cup of hot chocolate had. What I do not understand is HOW THIS HAPPENED. How did they not notice it? How did it even get poured into the cup? My sister-in-law thinks that it might've been in the chocolate syrup and they didn't notice it when they were pouring it out because of the dark color that blended in. So that means all the hot chocolates that were served tonight were all immersed by a cockroach. I just wish to warn you about my horrifying experience here so everyone can reconsider before you end up drinking cockroaches. Anyone need pictures to be persuaded? Needless to say, I have plenty and they are appalling and sickening.
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David C.
Intermezzo is expensive, but I always have a good time here with company. The deserts are pretty good, but the foods are kind of hit or miss. The crepes, if you've been to Paris you should know what a crepe tastes like. I didn't like the batter on the prosciutto crepe too much and the edam cheese was a bit tough. I don't recommend the crepes. But, I have only tried one here, so don't take my word for it. The grilled chicken sandwich which I had the most recent visit was good, and the waitress recommended subbing the foccacia bread bun for the normal poppyseed bun, which was a good choice. I like how they seasoned the chicken, and it was nice and crispy. I may get the Reuben next time, because it looked really good across from me. I tried Turkish coffee for my first time here, and it's a distinct flavor, and though it comes with a lot of sediment at the bottom, I enjoyed it. Comes in a small portion because it is strong. Coffee this time was good. Our waitress recommended a one with Nutella in it; I used to put Nutella in my coffee all the time at work before we stopped dripping it for customers, so I naturally went with that recommendation. The paste wasn't dissolved well, and there were a few chunks at the bottom, but I guess it's hard to dissolve everything completely. Without the Hazelnut in it, I think the coffee itself wouldn't have been too impressive. Would've liked a bit more Nutella in it. The service can be spotty, depending on who you get. The orders were slightly mixed up between two pasta dishes in my group, being that one was made spicy, when the other was suppose to be. And there was one length of time, she could've come back to refill our glasses. At the end, she did not tell us there was gratuity added on. We were only a party of four and not six, which is what I think is when they're suppose to charge gratuity, so maybe she was afraid we wouldn't have tipped her based on the slight mix-up, and added it. But, we said it was okay and tipped on top of it, because the rest of her service was good and she made it fun.
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Julia S.
The three stars are for the delicious cake, coffee, and tastefully romantic European vibe and decor. The lack of two stars is for the lack of our waiter's presence EVERY SINGLE TIME! Been here about four or five times and even when the restaurant is near-empty, our glasses always are empty for like, twenty minutes, until they get re-filled. Our food takes forever to come. One time when it was taking an hour for our food to come, we even complained to the manager, who was there, we got up and left because we were really annoyed and had somewhere to be anyways. I don't know why they don't change, as so many of this place's reviews complain about the bad service.
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Mitch R.
I love this restaurant. This is the best place for coffee and dessert. The WiFi is super slow, otherwise at least they have it. Be careful with the coffee and dessert portions though. They are a bit small. I'm very tempted to give them four stars, but I know that pricey places typically have smaller quantities.
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Allison B.
This is my number one destination spot for girls nights. The ambiance is cozy and classy, and the food and drinks always hit the spot. Gotta love a place with a drink menu ten times bigger than the food menu. I can't even begin to offer recommendations for drinks; it's literally whatever you're feeling that night. However, I have tried just about everything on the food menu, and I always end up going back to these winners: -Seafood Dip -Mushroom Ravioli with Pesto -Spicy Tortellini -Chicken Mango Avocado Wrap Winning Dessert: Banana Chocolate Crepes There is always a hostess standing by the dessert display case whose sole job is to rattle off all the different cakes, pies, and cheesecakes they offer. It's both impressive and depressing, when you think about it. I recommend sitting outside if possible, as inside seating can get a little cramped. Outside seating is great when it's not too hot, or in the winter when they bring down walls to keep the patio warm. If you are in a party of 2, sitting at the bar inside is a great option if it's available. In addition to girls nights, I would recommend Intermezzo for... ...dinner with parents or grandparents who will enjoy a good glass of wine with you. ...last-minute date nights. ...first dates. ...awkward introductions to your significant other's ex-girlfriend. Yeah, even those are more bearable at the Mezz. Happy munching!
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Spiro T.
Yes, Intermezzo has an extensive menu. That's not what makes this place unique. Ambiance and drinks are what make this place. Ambiance: VERY nice place to take a date to. Also a great place to gather with friends and spend the nights exchanging stories. Drinks: VERY inventive coffee-based alcoholic drinks that are made VERY well. They don't post their drink menu online, so you'll have to pay them a visit to experience it for yourself. I guarantee that so many drinks will appeal to you, that you'll have a tough time choosing. My advice: Skip dessert at your restaurant of choice and come to Intermezzo for Act II of your date!
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Nelscine e.
The atmosphere was very pleasant. Met a group of 4 other ladies there. One of the ladies was given a cup with what appeared to be dried tea leaves inside and outside of the cup. She requested another cup. The second cup had what appeared to be red lipstick on the outside and was discolored on the inside. Not good. Finally she was brought a relatively clean cup. Seems the server would have checked the second cup very closely prior to bringing it out, IJS. My mango mango tea was very fragrant and most delicious. We requested raw sugar, our server did not appear to know what it was and that they had it available. I had the Chicken Florentine which was an ample serving for the price and pretty good. Did not try any of the desserts.
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Ming Y.
i nvr came to have food here, but always had their specialty drinks and deserts. the place is a very mellow setting with dark lighting, a good place to go on a date, or hang out with friends, chat and social. they have both indoor and outdoor seating depends on your mood. the deserts are displayed in a show case, where you can pick and order, and of course their coffee drinks to go with it, everything taste better when you add a little booze in it, and whip cream on top. def come and try if you are in the area looking for a place to have a drink, desert and relax.
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Brooke B.
The first time I went to Cafe Intermezzo was on my birthday 10 years ago. So I guess this is my 10-year Intermezzo anniversary. Awww. I've been back dozens of times since then. I even went on my first date with my boyfriend at Intermezzo (it really is a great place for a first date!). The place keeps luring me back in because it really has the nicest, most European cafe style I've seen in Atlanta. And did I mention it's a fabulous place for a date? BUT. The decor is where the similarities to a nice European cafe end. No wait, the prices are also similarly high and the service is really slow. Scratch that. What's the main difference? No cafe in Europe with any pride would ever serve the sad, weak coffees this place makes. I mean, the drink menu is like 30 pages long! You'd think there would be SOME coffee drink that tastes right? Nope. I've tried 7 or 8 different lattes/cappuccinos to no avail. I don't get it. The espresso tastes fine. Why dilute it until your so-called coffee tastes like lukewarm milk? I hate to use the S-word, but... Starbucks makes better drinks for a lot cheaper. There, I said it. While I'm at it, I may as well bring up the cakes. I'd say 3 out of 4 times I've had dessert at Intermezzo, it's been delicious and decadent (especially the cheesecake - yum!). But that 1/4 of the time, the cakes have been dry and tasteless. That's pretty rough when you're paying $7 a slice. My advice is to stick with the pies and cheesecake if you're worried about crunching on stale chocolate cake. So here's my reasoning: 1 star for the cheesecake, 1 star for ambiance and 1 star for staying open late. Minus 2 stars for the drinks.
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Abby M.
My first visit to Cafe Intermezzo is yet another 3.5-star experience and while I had an enjoyable time and will likely return, I just cannot round my rating up to a solid 4 stars. The best aspects of my visit can be attributed to my company and the nearly-stormy summertime night which we were able to enjoy while sitting on the patio. For nearly two years now I have driven by the Cafe around two times a day, but I had never actually checked out the place; shoot, I had never been anywhere in the plaza other than McKendrick's and Alon's. I was not aware that the community had been graced with a late-night watering hole that focused on more than alcohol or cheap eats and definitely was not prepared for the setting, which was very old-world-elegance/fashion-meets-casual-trendinessÂ. It all made for a neat environment in which to chill for a little while before winding down for the night. After what seemed like a little source-uncertain confusion between the hostess and servers when we entered the Cafe, we were quickly seated at a cozy two-top next to the patio railing. The patio is a neat place to sit when the weather permits; this small outside area allows diners to feel somewhat more laid-back and the experience is further enhanced by the fact that it looks out onto the airy courtyard and walkway area that lies amongst the other restaurants and shop-fronts. Oftentimes I am not intrigued by the hip, trendy, modernized cafe/bistro restaurants, but here the atmosphere is enhanced by the placement of Cafe Intermezzo and, therefore, attracts a pretty diverse crowd of patrons. Once the sun has started to set it can be difficult to see the details of and colors in your food (I think this would apply both inside and outside), so you'll just have to rely on your other senses for your eating enjoyment. It took a little while before we got the chance to order after our waters were delivered and the food was slightly slower than I would have expected based on the number of our fellow diners and the menu items themselves, but oh well, I will just remember to stay away if I am in a hurry. The noteworthy expanse of the beverage menu really surprised me given the size of the Cafe and the food menu. These guys have a fair few wines by the bottle and glass, a reasonable number of varied beers, a giant liquor/liqueur assortment, lots of coffee drinks and a sizable tea menu, which is what we chose to take advantage of this past Wednesday night. I really like that so many specific styles of tea are represented on Cafe Intermezzo's menu and that they are all the same price per pot. In fact, this is the first and foremost reason that I look forward to revisiting; my tea game is lacking and I hope that this will provide a convenient location at which to expand my horizons. The menu is pretty standard as far as Americanized cafe-fare goes and, unfortunately, reflects the prices of a more culinary-focused establishment. Our tab ended up being just under $30, without tip, but it included no more than two teas, an egg dish and a vegetarian sandwich. Our teas were quite nice and my S.O. seemed to like his Caprese panini (a pressed sandwich of mozzarella, tomato, onion and mayo with a half-handful of potato chips). My Eggs Benedict consisted of a split English muffin with one or two super-thin slices of ham, two eggs cooked exactly like I requested them (the eggy/runnier, the better), an unseasoned hollandaise that might have been a little over-proportioned on the butter versus egg yolk and was accompanied by medium-diced breakfast potatoes with specks of colorful pepper and most likely no salt or pepper whatsoever. I try to avoid using salt if it is not already provided, thus leaving me to ask for it, but I could not enjoy my order without additional seasoning and had to break my rule and ask. Though I am not normally one to partake in heavy sweets when I go out for lunch or dinner, those treats offered at Cafe Intermezzo sound delicious and I will have to try one sometime when I just want a sweet snack or have saved enough room for dessert after dinner. I also wish I remembered our waitress' name; she was very sweet and more than helpful whenever we made any requests. I will certainly be back and in the future I will remember to order something other than savory or entree dishes.
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Kulbir S.
Has been a regular Saturday night coffee n desserts spot for us...always a delight to be here with a pleasant n attentive staff. A great place for delightful dessert menu that brings the extra 'aha' to weekend spirits!
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Michael D.
This location is not my cup o' tea. Too many miniature winged critters flying about (this is inside the restaurant, not the patio area). Health dept score was 86 last I saw. There are too many nearby places to put up with the flies buzzing about your head. But of course, your mileage may vary.
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Jonathan M.
A tad pricey, but this is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta! The ambience is wonderful, the servers have always been nice, the food's great, and the drinks and desserts help make any night enjoyable. Try the strawberry cheesecake!
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Michelle A.
Very nice service and good food.
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Micah W.
Great little spot for coffee, desserts, or even a late night dinner. The cafe is very cute, with a large indoor/outdoor patio area- fountains included- a small bar, and lots of little tables adorned with bowls of sugar cubes and candles. A great spot for girls night or a date. Open until 2am on weekends, means it can satisfy those late night sugar cravings or serve as a secondary location to your evening. The food is good, they have quite an eclectic and somewhat large menu, which I am usually wary of. However, they seem to make everything fresh and everything I have tried has been good. And although their food is good, you really come here for the desserts and coffee and/or drinks. They have a huge- and I mean really extensive- drink menu, which includes descriptions of everything, great for those of us who have no idea what comes in an Old Fashioned or a Tom Collins. In addition, they have gourmet coffees, many of which include liquors. And then there are the desserts. Amazing, beautiful, and oh so yummy cakes, cheesecakes, pies, and tarts. You go to the case located at the bar to look at the fresh creations and tell them which you would like. There is always a server or bartender there to tell you which each is and give recommendations. And all of them are delicious. Service is decent, the service at the dessert counter is best, table service could definitely be better. But the atmosphere and dessert/coffee/drink/food offerings make for a truly enjoyable experience.
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Chris C.
I went there for the 1st time and at first glance cool. However you can't be sure you'll get what you order. I ordered a decaf coffee, because of health reasons no caffeine for me and I'm positive I got regular coffee. I didn't know as I was drinking it but 10 min after I finished it I knew immediately. When you can't drink caffeine and you mistakenly do, you know it immediately. So thanks Cafe Intermezzo for keeping me awake all night, having wait staff that doesn't listen, and potentially affecting my health.
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Pample M.
This is my favorite brunch spot around town. The decor inside is so adorable, and their french toast and crepes never fail me. it's a great romantic spot, or a cute place for a coffee date
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Jeremy H.
This place has amazon deserts and an extremely thorough coffee/beverage menu. The problem is the service! I have been here a lot and the service is always SLOW. Perhaps, if I could enjoy a nice cigar with my cup of joe, the hour it takes to actually have a cup of coffee wouldn't be so bad.
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Emilie D.
Great desserts and hot chocolate, and a huge selection of both! They have really good cakes or all kinds, crepes, delicious sorbet served in frozen fruit, and gigantic mugs of hot chocolate with all sorts of flavors added. The restaurant has a European feel, and it's dark and candlelit. Also, they will allow you to reserve parts for special events if you commit to spending a certain amount (it was about $50 for what I was looking at).
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Luan N.
This is a perfect after hours place, say after a night at the Punchline or after dinner. When you get to the cake display, you salivate even more than Pavlov's dog. The mysterious woman behind the counter even seduced me by saying some of the cakes were sent over nite from Italy. I really like this place for the ambiance and for being a great late night option opposed to going to a bar or lounge. But, I have to admit, I don't know if the prices of the cakes are justified after sampling at least 10 of their cakes. I guess I'm paying for the fed ex shipping from the Kroger/Jewel Osco of Italy. J/K, that's a bit harsh. I even prefer the Cheesecake Factory cheesecakes over Intermezzo's cheesecakes. I think so far, the berry tart was my favorite from here. But, I don't think any of the cakes were amazingly amazing. I miss the environment more so than the cakes.
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Kristin B.
"Thanks for the memory Of things I can't forget Journeys on a jet Our wond'rous week in Martinique And Vegas and roulette..." Few places OTP can actually make me feel thousands of miles away from Atlanta, or even the United States. But Cafe Intermezzo, with its late night hours and chic bistro decoration, is more likely to remind you of espresso in a Venetian square or apple strudel in a coffeehouse in Munich than the stomping grounds of the "Real House Wives of Atlanta." The drink menu is frighteningly long, and the impressive dessert cases can sometimes lead to ordering envy. And that of course is if you can flag down your server to order from. Out of the dozens of times I've been to Intermezzo, I think I've only had adequate or above service one time. Meager and wilted appetizers and entrees are very overpriced. But I will continue to come to Intermezzo mainly for the memories. Late night visits to Intermezzo have become a regular part of summers in the burbs. Birthday celebrations, reunions, going away parties, so many of these occasions have been accompanied by a slice of warmed Derby Pie (a must try) and a french press of coffee. Somehow, the bad service isn't a nuisance when you're surrounded by half a dozen of your closest friends. So don't be scared away by the long waits and somewhat overpriced food. Instead, come and savor everything: time with people you enjoy and desserts that cost more than your alcoholic beverage. Yum.
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Ashley P.
LOVE. THIS. PLACE. I've come here on multiple occasions and gotten the most superior service. I'm a huge fan of the various cheesecake and hot chocolates they serve. The hostesses and bartenders are really knowledgeable and a ball of fun! Plus there is a 50% off of $10 deal on halfoffdepot.com for this and the Buckhead location. YES!!!
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Rick F.
What a find! European style cafe, restaurant and bakery. They did a great job with the design! I've never seen a larger selection of tea's! Served the traditional European way with the appropriate cups, saucers etc. The food is great, homemade style! I had the 3 cheese grilled cheese sandwich with a cream of tomato soup! The soup was great, the cheese sandwich left much to be desired! Everyone else loved the food! The dessert is really the reason to come here, unbelievable! Great date place!
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Tim B.
Service is really slow and inattentive, especially when they know they'll get a 18% tip regardless because we had 6 people in our group.
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Hayley C.
I must first say, if this Intermezzo location is the only one you have been to, PLEASE try the location on Peachtree Street before you make a real decision about Cafe Intermezzo. Now with that out of the way, I can start my rant! I must say I have never had bad food or drink at Intermezzo, but the service at this particular location is horrible. BEYOND horrible actually!! I have been here four times and every time I go, I want to shoot myself in the foot for not going to the Peachtree Street location instead!! The only plus side to this location is the parking. I like the valet. Other than that, do not go here! The staff is rude and do not care. Here is an example of one of my experiences here: I came here with a few of my girlfriends (two of them had never been to Cafe Intermezzo!) and I brought a coupon from Half Off Depot. The coupon was on my phone, on the Half Off Depot app. NO where on my coupon did it say it needed to be printed out. (I've used quite a few few HOD/Groupon/etc coupons around the city via my phone before) I notified the waitress before we even ordered and she said it would be no problem. One of the girls at my table was on a budget, so I was letting her use the coupon so she could get a nice dish. So we ordered, and that was probably the last time we really got a good look at our waitress. It took forever to get our drinks. They were never refilled. Our food came out at very weird times. I was finished with my food before another party member even got their food!! The whole process takes forever, and we start worrying about the time. We had a movie to catch, and thought we had all the time in the world! But thanks to the customer-no-service, we waited to try and get our check FOREVER. I let the waitress know who is getting the discount. She then says we need it printed out (wait.. what?!). I ask to speak to a manger. I explain to him that we had been told at the beginning that this was ok. The manager does nothing to help us. He quick with his words and act like we are taking up his valuable time. I even ask if HE can print it out in the office just this once. But no, nothing. Just too bad for us! Since we are in a rush now, thanks to the slow service, I just let it go. (I let my friend borrow money since she had planned her meal around the coupon) When we finally flag down our waitress (or any staff! Where the hell was all the staff? Party in the back room??) to try and get to-go boxes, it takes again, FOREVER, for us to get our cards back. It was so embarrassing since I had raved over and over about Intermezzo. This location is such a shame. I hope they do a major overhaul, on staff AND management!
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Mike Y.
I can see that many people have a love hate relationship with this place. I'll be honest...I'm not a fan of sitting inside or outside their restaurant. On busy nights there are too many douchey people hanging around and their coffee drinks are mediocre. What I DO LOVE is the fact you can get their desserts To-Go. I like being able to head home with a tiramisu in hand. It calms my girlfriend down which is always good. I admit some of their desserts are just meh... It's a chill place on weekdays and it's close to home. i don't know if I would travel far to go there though...And the parking always sucks!!!
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Matt G.
I had not been to Cafe Intermezzo Dunwoody in a very long time and had a blind date there last night. I thought the atmosphere of the place was wonderful. The food and service were very good, we had appetizers, tea and wine. Now that I've become re-acquainted with Cafe Intermezzo I will be returning with friends.
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Tanya B.
I had a great experience here last night. We arrived around 10:30 pm on a Saturday night and the wait was about 20 minutes (we were told). We were seated after about 15 minutes. The area where we were seated towards the back was very dimly lit, which made reading the "out of control" drink menu difficult. The drink menu is too large, so I just put the beast down and improvised. I told the waiter what I had a taste for and he made a suggestion. The drink turned out great - a hazelnut, soy, liqueur, coffee concoction. My dessert was a fudge-y cake with cream cheesy frosting and it was fantastic - moist, not too fudge-y and very fresh tasting. I love Intermezzo! The only downside - the bathroom could have used some help. My only guess is that the staff was too busy promptly serving patrons to keep the bathrooms pristine. That said, if the bathroom had been better, I may have been motivated to rate this as five stars. Also, similar to what other posters have said, do not come here to actually eat a meal. This place is a dessert/coffee/cafe spot. It's a great date spot. Go to other places in the area for dinner and then come back to Intermezzo to finish off the evening.
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Megan C.
Ug, another night at Cafe Intermezzo? Really? With their huge selection of mediocre desserts and Cheesecake Factoryesque drink menu I have never found this place impressive. Not that I haven't tried. The first time I walked into this place I saw beautiful decor, lovely desserts and a very extensive drink menu. What more could a girl want? Well, that question was quickly answered by the poor service, average but high priced drinks and the mediocre food. The first time I came here, I thumbed through the drink menu and decided to ask the waiter about some of the more popular drinks. He told me he didn't drink and didn't know. I asked what he frequently sells and he said to me again, "I don't drink, I don't know. I mostly smoke pot." WHAT?!?!?! That pot OBVIOUSLY made you RETARDED. I have tried this place multiple times, I love the ambiance- I keep thinking I will find SOMETHING I like. I have tried the cake, it is never worth the calories, and every drink I have had has been a disappointment. What a waste! This place could be awesome, too bad it blows. I had a friend coming in on a late flight, and with this location being very close to my house and open, we decided to hit the place for a few cocktails. Well, they were actually alright this time. We probably should have just paid the bill and left it at that. But NO, we decided to order the $16 ARTISAN cheese plate. What came out? Well, a cheese plate, with PEPPER JACK, DERBY CHEESE and SMOKED GOUDA (the publix special). This is described on the menu as 3 artisanal cheeses served chilled with an assortment of breads. For definition of ARTISAN see below. "An artisan (from Italian: artigiano) is a skilled manual worker who makes items that may be functional or strictly decorative, including furniture, clothing, jewelry, household items, and tools. The term can also be used as an adjective to refer to the craft of hand making food products, such as bread, beverages and CHEESE." This cheese was not hand made or high quality, and wasn't made anywhere special. It was most likely picked up from the publix deli. Its fine if you want to sell smoked gouda and pepperjack, but don't sell it for $16 and make me think I am going to get some high quality local cheese! Anyway, the service wasn't stellar either, we had to flag the waitress down for any drink refills and for our check. I guess since we were catching up we didn't notice the service too much, but the food was, as always, a total dissapointment. Probably won't be back soon!
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David B.
Went here last weekend with a couple friends for dessert and coffee in the late afternoon. The location is nice, near my home as well. We didn't wait long at all to get water at our table, and the server was very friendly. I've been to the location on Peachtree and by far this location is MUCH nicer. I enjoyed the Caffe Bach and an ENORMOUS slice of the white chocolate amaretto cheesecake. My friends had the orange and chocolate sorbet. Very interesting presentation, the chocolate was served in a cocoa pod and the orange was in an orange "shell" (the fruit was removed to leave the skin behind). My only disappointment, the coffee is a bit steep for such a tiny serving. And the fact that it came in a dainty glass coffeecup with very little semblance of a grip to it, my big mitts had to just grab it like a beercan to even take a sip. If you're there just for dessert/coffee it's worth it, but from the people sitting around me who actually ordered food, the servings were miniscule at best for what I saw on the menu for the price.
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Ravi B.
Our service sucked! First he didn't give us time to decide what to drink. We finally chose something on the spot because he kept coming back every 30 seconds for about 3 minutes ("what do you want???") He couldn't even recommend a drink. The hot chocolate tasted like hot milk with not enough chocolate chips. I always go to intermezzo in Midtown Atlanta and their hot chocolate is amazing. We waited 20 minutes to order and we see our server saying hi to friends and walking around but not seeing if we're ok or what our order is. Finally after asking for him as he walks by he got us new hot chocolate but still didn't take care our order. The hot chocolate ended up having toooo much chocolate. Then he didn't even ask if the drink was ok. When i went to go order cake there was no one helping explain about the cakes like in Midtown. Later on, the manager came and he was really nice. I have to give him an excellent rating, but our server sucked. When we got our food the server never asked us if we're ok or need anything. My salad sucked. My cousin's tortellini was good though. Look at me finding the silver lining lol. When we were leaving, our server never even acknowledged us or said thank you or anything.
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Lyndsay K.
I can't believe I recently suggested to a date that we go to this totally cliche' date place. My rationale? They're open late enough to make that date continue and they have liquor. 'Nuff said. I ordered my usual for this cliche' date place I've been 1000 times - the Cafe Suss Nuss. Yummy as always. Can't remember what Date had, but it doesn't matter since I paid. Right? Right. A teensy bit better than its sister Buckhead location, but only because it didn't feel as "date-y" as the other. Alas, not somewhere I'd go often, but ok for a late-night date you aren't ready to end.
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Chuan S.
Me and the wife are fans of intermezzo for dessert and drinks rather than their full menu. The selection of cakes and other dessert is always pretty good, really wide selection of teas, coffees, mixed drinks and wines. Which means it's often a better choice for dessert after a meal than what the restarant can offer. Worth the trip after dinner for sweet-stuff. They're open Late and on Sundays which adds to the plus points. Once the diets are over we'll be back
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Amanda J.
I've been here twice with family. We've tried coming here to eat three times but the parking lot was full so we left. It's right across from Perimeter so it actually doesn't matter when you come, the traffic and parking is always a bitch. Best to have another place in mind just in case. First, let me just say that I want to like this place, I really do. I love the style, the mirrors, the patio the amazing cakes and pies, the fun and looooooooooong drink list. But for all the neat things this place offers there's forgetful waitresses, over priced fruit platters, and non crepe entrees that are only meh. A word of advice? Don't eat inside the restaurant during warm weather. They don't keep the A/C up and if you request it to be turned up they'll let you know they don't have control over the thermostat. Yeah okay.... Pasta dishes are boring and not worth the trip. Fruit platter appetizer is a handful of fruit. Not worth the money. The bread and olive oil appetizer is flavorless. Better use the butter. Artichoke and spinach crepe wasn't a hit. The pumpkin cake was amazing. The frosting was fantastic! I could feel my teeth rotting out of my mouth. Those goat cheese medallions are yummy. The drink with strawberries, lemonade and almond was nice. Stop by after dinner to eat a slice of cake and have a fun drink but don't come here for dinner.
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Bailey B.
I am a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo concept and of their stores. After shopping with my wife and generally having a fun Suday afternoon, we decided impulsively to leave the cats to their own devices for another couple of hours and make a romantic late afternoon/early evening at the perimeter location of Cafe Intermezzo. Service was attentive and patient, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the unleaded Champagne was definetely the best alcohol-free booze I've ever had. We knocked off the whole bottle, and a couple of coffees, too! The word "Intermezzo" is Italian for intermission, as during a concert or play. Cafe Intermezzo does a great job of providing a classy, intimate, romantic setting for those moments when you need an "Intermezzo" from the grind.
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Vanessa R.
Came here a few nights ago for the first time. The service was great. If you are looking for a full menu of food this may not be your place. However the salads are great and the teas are perfect. Also they have a awesome drink menu. I'm officially a fan.
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Liz H.
This location is more classy and elegant than the Peachtree one because of the decorations and tables. I sat outside under some roof, and the tables were black and hollow in some place with some flower design. I remember two things about this place: it's tucked away in the plaza, and they let us stay half an hour past closing time. Great place to meet up and talk, or I can see this place used for dates. Even late at night, I saw several professionally dressed people.
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Mike M.
my high school hang out. too many good memories to recount. my rating is biased - out of all the years i have hung out here, i have only drank black coffee. but the atmosphere and memories are 6 stars. viva la intermezzo.
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Mick D.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for a date or an after-show conversation and consume enough sugar to knock down a horse. The savory menu is good, but make sure you get the tour of the dessert cabinets. Service is sometimes spotty, which is the only reason I give this Atlanta fixture three stars instead of four.
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Helmut B.
It is visually very exciting, the crowd, the ersatz ambiance, the display case of European inspired cakes and desserts. All looks very promising. The service can be spotty and on more then one occasion the wait person did not speak English well. While I appreciate foreign exchange programs and even work release programs - I feel rudimentary training is in order. Some of the desserts I have sampled are good, while others seem to be extruded from a uni- flavored dessert machine that only changes the form and decorative presentation of a given item.
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Amrita J.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place regardless of what time of the day it is. It's a great place to stop by during the day to grab a bit to eat or some coffee/dessert, as well as a nice romantic place to go on a date, or if you're just trying to have a low-key night with friends. The coffee and desserts are great. Every time I go the drink menu overwhelms me a bit though, because it's seriously like a novel that you have 5 minutes to read before your server comes back around and asks you what it is that you want to drink! ;) I don't eat there much, but have had a few of their paninis/wraps, which are pretty good also. Can't go wrong with this place!
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Sanjay D.
3 out of 4 members of my family were violently sick straight after eating here. Looking back now the food was only just warm when we got it. My wife sent an email to them and we heard back instantly from ..... their lawyers (who were just fact gathering), but never from the cafe. There was something very wrong about how this place operates. My experience was from last year but just got to making comment now.
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Leah D.
Who cares about the service when there is so much CHOCOLATE!!! I don't know why Saturday was my first time here. If you have a sweet tooth or if you love coffee drinks with liquor this is your place. The place was packed but it only took about 5 minutes to get a table for 6. The service was not the best but like I said who cares. Just sit down and stuff your cake hole!
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David S.
You have to go here at least once, it is like someone crossed Starbucks with Panera and then added kitsch European old charm. This must be one of the largest selections of liquid refreshment I have ever seen, if they don't have it you probably shouldn't drink it anyway.
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Katrina D.
First off, I love Cafe Intermezzo. Why the two stars you ask?! This location- not so much. Although the decor and patio are very nice, the service is horrible!! It took my GF Laura and I like 10 minutes to get waited on, and then another 10 to get our wine. We sat outside where the two person tables are small and our table was never "pre-bussed..." Come on now! We ordered the Baby Baked Brie- it arrived about 15 minutes later. Really?!.. Because how is that feasible? It is freaking cheese!!!!!! We split the Seafood Risotto because neither of us were famished (I had already done a lot of munching that day). It was edible, but the Risotto seemed like it may have been out of a box of "The San Fransisco Treat." Typically I get dessert here although on this particular occasion we skipped (and, it is relevant to add, I go to the Buckhead location which is the one I will continue to go to as it is much better in my opinion). Definitely indulge in dessert though... It is pretty remarkable how knowledgeable the staff (who stand by the cakes) are regarding the desserts... They know everything about every cake, pie, etc. offered. Also, I have tried various desserts here and they are all scrumptious! (If you are on a diet, well, then split it!). All in all, I like Cafe Intermezzo. Perimeter Intermezzo is lacking however. While beautiful, the service is not good. If you must go to this location, still do it... I still recommend the Intermezzo for a date... Cool place! *2.5 stars, if the service was not horrible, I would have given 4*
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Sarah C.
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! been coming here since high school, it's one of my old standbys..they have a great breakfast menu, cheese plates and every kind of coffee in the world! great place for caffeine addicts!!
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J D.
The service isn't always good. In fact, sometimes it's absolutely horrendous. The food and coffee IS consistently good so I come back for brunch every once in a while. The Eggs Florentine and most of the savory crepes are my go-tos and are fabulous. The french toast is a brioche style and it yummy as well. It always takes a long time to get our food so it's a good place for a long brunch on a Sunday- you know, the kind when you really want to just relax and catch up with an old friend or something. Because seriously, I'm not sure how long it takes to put some spinach and poached eggs on a croissant, but apparently a while. Even when it's empty for brunch on Sundays when I usually come. I've never gone on a week night - it's funny to hear other reviewers say it's lively because it's always dead when I go which I love! Their coffee and tea list is extensive (as is the Scotch list) and like I said, the coffee is good. And the Banana Nutella crepe is worth splitting. But yeah, $30 later, it's no Waffle House. It is what it is, people. Horribly slow service, but I keep coming back. :)
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Tine S.
Hubby and I visited this location relatively late at night on a Saturday. We chose this location because we didn't want to deal with the parking issue and the crazy lengthy wait at the location in town. We were able to find a parking spot relatively quickly, and was seated immediately. Service was great-the waitress was very nice, my chicken panini was great, and my wine glass was brought to me promptly. As a matter of fact, we got our food in about 10 minutes-which is a first for me at Intermezzo. (Granted, it WAS 11:30 at night, but still, lol...) I had the NY style cheesecake for dessert, and I wasn't impressed. I'll try something else next time. Would I visit again? Yes. Definitely a great place to go and spend some QT with a significant other.
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Scott C.
Three friends celebrating our birthdays this week. We had a crappy lunch at Twisted Taco so we decided to stop by Cafe Intermezzo and bring dessert back to the office. The desert was good, but $8.40 for a slice of pie? Come on. For that price you should at least use a greener alternative for to go packaging. Service was just so so.
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Laura L.
I really don't get it why this place only has 3 stars. Cafe has incredible desserts and are always offering something new in that inticing case. They have a very expansive tea, coffee, and drink menu. This place is perfect for late night or post dinner, the ambiance makes you feel like you're in Europe, not Dunwoody. Give it a try, I've been here countless times and it will always be my go-to dessert place.
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Gleni J.
Last night was my first time there. After eating dinner, me and my bf decided on drinks and dessert. Well it is a nice looking place but it was way too overcrowded and cramped. When I sat down, the lady behind me gave me a ugly look. Sorry that there isn't room for both of us but golly work with it people. Our server was very nice and attentive and the coffee and dessert was very good. Why two stars off? Well I felt I didn't get enough coffee for my Buck. It was a small cup I could finish in two sips but I was babysitting it so I can have it with my dessert which took awhile, and by that time it was cold...hotter coffee next time. And one of the hostess describing the desserts I thought was a little nonchalant and rude. I told her it was my first time there and she just stared. When I asked her what was what she just described it really dull and not too descriptive and kept it short. Even when trying to engage more about the dessert in question she didn't really care to pay attention...so much for the 'dessert tour'. But besides that it was an okay place. I don't plan on ordering food but to keep it as a late night coffee and dessert place i'll frequent it. Extensive list of drinks and the cakes and cheesecakes look really good, but I kept it simple with carrot cake. I'll try different cakes next time I go back. When going there make sure you don't have anything else to do after....
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Lee G.
"Our waitress said you could give us a tour of the desserts", I said to the guy at the dessert counter. "Point to something and I'll tell you what it is." Wow, some tour. "OK, what is this?" "Pecan......" "WHAT? I can't hear you." So goes our tour of the dessert selection. When our waitress told us to just go and ask for the tour, I expected just that, a tour... An explanation of their decadent offerings, maybe a story behind them and a recommendation. Instead I got a halfass quick answer I could hardly hear over the roar of the Saturday night crowd. Here's how the rest of our visit went... Coffee drinks - Best thing going here. My wife raved about her coffee and my cappuccino was delicious. Far better than anything from that Seattle outfit. Decor - Also nice. Beautiful place, European style and all. Crowd - Seriously busy on a Saturday night with hip Gen-Y types. Parking is a challenge. Did a few laps around this place before I found a spot. Inside it was like a rock concert. Other reviewers use the word 'intimate'. Maybe during the week but certainly not last night. I had trouble hearing my wife from across the table. Service - Our waitress was nice but a little slow. Then there is the aforementioned dessert bar dude. A post-it note would have been more helpful than this guy. Desserts - I ordered tiramisu and my wife a pecan torte with bourbon sauce. My tiramisu had no coffee taste, and the pecan torte no bourbon. They were beautiful to look at but were rather empty in taste. Very forgettable and not worth the price tag at all. Overall, I wasn't very impressed. A smaller crowd would improve the experience a lot. But given how popular they are, I doubt you'll find this place empty.
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Candice T.
Its a mid-upscale dimly lit, European style cafe that really redefines the word "cafe" (in Atlanta) This place has to have the BIGGEST drink menu I've ever seen in my life! Not just alcohol either. Coffees, beers, cocktails, non-alcoholic cocktails, you name it they got it! (literally) The drinks are pricey but they are pretty good. I've been here more times than I can remember and each time is the same. The service is one step above horrible, the ambiance is one step above wonderful! The desserts are to die for! Instead of a dessert menu they are all on display and definitely drool-worthy. I try different ones each time and I'm never disappointed. I wish I could say the same for the food. Although, I won't hold it against them because it's clear that food is the least of their concerns. Perfect for dates, hanging with friends, after movie coffee or drinks or just conversation in general. Stays open late as well which is a rare-find in the Dunwoody/Perimeter area.
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Fiona N.
I really like this place for their cheesecake and drinks. They have a wide variety of amazing cheesecakes and a long, long, long list of all kind of drinks. I especially love their tea and coffee. They are all amazing and tasty. It does have an European feel to it, that I love. I just hate that it is always crowded and there's no good place to sit, without annoying people. In the evening, the place is so dark. It is good if you go on a date, because it kind of has a romantic sphere.
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R G.
Mixed feelings on this place. I like the ambience and extensive coffee menu. Overpriced? Yes. Worth it if you enjoy the ambience? Sure. But definitely stick with coffee and dessert. Last time I went was the first time I've tried the regular menu and I was very unimpressed. We wanted a light lunch, and boy did we get it for a not so light price. A grilled cheese sandwich should actually contain SOME cheese. The chili was so so.
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Samuel L.
OK, I have been to 2 different intermezzos and here is my take on the one in dunwoody. I like the idea, but i don't like the place. There always seems to be some sort of temperature problem in the place for me, usually way too hot. I ordered a limoncello here once, and they brought it to me not in a cordial glass, but in a rocks glass with ice. Now, i don't usually give a shit what someone serves my drink in, even fine wine, but this completely ruins the entire drink. It was watered down lemon-sugar by the time it got to me, i guess the ice was what i really had an issue with it. But seriously, you are supposed to be some euro-style cafe, get your shit straight. Other than that, the desserts have been ok, and the service has been ok. so, this place doesn't get a "won't go back tag", but it's not on the top of the list for a drink and dessert.
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Anthony P.
This is THE place to go for drinks and dessert after a meal. Or to take a midday coffee, tea, break European style, with a slice of a sweet and maybe even a liquor. The ambience is very European as well. Just don't expect quick service. Take a look at the hundreds of different coffee drinks on the coffee menu! Or the hundreds of liquors! Enjoy!
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Jefferson P.
This place has good Hot Chocolate and good deserts. The atmosphere is very nice and upscale, which yes does bring out the self righteous aholes. The wait staff isn't anything impressive and take forever to do anything but that's apart of the fvibe of this place. Bottom line is this is a nice place to sit around with friends, co-workers, girlfriends, laptops, or books and just take it very slow and relaxed with some good desert food and nice drinks.
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Rebecca W.
I love Cafe intermezzo as a place to meet friends for drinks that is laid back and not super flashy. I would definitely recommend this location over the Buckhead location because the Buckhead location has a more snooty crowd while the Perimeter location is more laid back. The hot chocolate is delicious, and the desert wines are great, but the glasses are VERY small!
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tiffany w.
ok, my waiter was SUPER awkward and completely MIA...but i go here after having dinner somewhere else ( i never had the actual food here) let me tell you. their cheesecakes ( i always get the tiramisu cheesecake) is to dieeee for!!! it is pretty expensive ( 8$ for a slice) but the size of the slice is pretty decent. I once drove 45 minutes here just for their cheesecake one night.. haha!! you have to try this place!! oh, and the interior decor is super cute at night!!
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Jessica R.
Perfect place to go for an after dinner drink or coffee. 11pm on a Saturday night and it was packed. Service was slow. Drink menu is HUGE. 2 full display cases of different desserts. Intimate setting. Would go back at a time when it is less crowded.
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AM P.
I am from NJ and my brother lives down near Atlanta, GA. When I visited him last week he and his friends took me here. I was pleased that a place like this was open so late at night (we were there after 10pm) and that it served alcohol in addition to coffee and dessert. When we got there I was more pleased that they served food so I ordered a tuna melt. Our order took a bit longer than I had wanted (I attributed this to having been from the NJ/NY area where service is quick) so I didn't make a fuss. At first they brought out a cheese dip which we DID NOT order and then after everyone had received their proper order I realized they were never coming out with my tuna melt. I asked our waiter, who informed us he took over our original waitress, what had happened. He apologized then finally came out with a cold tuna sandwich. By this time everyone was done with their food and drinks. I informed the waiter I had actually ordered a tuna melt and told him that I didn't want the cold tuna sandwich and that he didn't have to bring out my tuna melt and to just forget the order all together. By this time it was almost midnight. The manager, who was very nice, apologized and informed me that if I wanted my tuna melt that he would have it wrapped and it would be of no charge. When we finally got the bill, we were charged not only for the tuna melt, but also for the cheese dip which again we DID NOT order. Finally after even more time, the manager finally corrected the bill and gave us each a $10 gift certificate. The next night we decided to go back and use our gift certificates. My brother's friend had ordered a $4.00 coffee and used her $10 gift certificate. The waitress never gave her change. She asked the waitress why this was and she replied, "You need to use the whole gift certificate." My brother's friend had been contemplating getting one of her friends a gift certificate to this place for her birthday. Finally she asked, "So if I give my friend a $50 gift certificate from this place, she has to use the WHOLE $50 in one shot?!" The waitress replied, "Yes." Needless to say, she never bought her friend a gift certificate... Unfortunately, I really wanted to love this place, but there are just too many little things wrong with the service that I don't think I will go back when I visit my brother. Nor do I think my brother and his friends will return...
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Megan F.
okkkaaaayyy. i had a weird experience here. i went for my first time the other night and it was okay. i started off with the turkey and brie crepe. it was the strangest thing ever. that was un like any turkey i have ever tasted in my life... and not in a good way... in a bizarre way. so i kind of brushed it off. then me and my friends went over to the dessert bar and picked out our little dessert and a cup of hot chocolate. the dessert was yummy but it was the same price as my dinner! i thought that was a little crazy for a little slice of pie. so from now on i will either go for just dessert or i will try something else on their menu. also dont go there if you have to be somewhere later. the service was very slow. we waited 15 minutes before someone came to our table. so thats my story :)
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Sarah E.
It's hard for me to review Cafe Intermezzo objectively, because it was one of my very earliest hangouts. I grew up in Dunwoody, and when I was in high school, I thought it was the height of cool to hang there with my friends and look bored while sipping coffee. In all fairness, I think the atmosphere at the midtown location is significantly better than that of the Dunwoody one. But at either place, you have to be prepared for slow (or absent) service, and sometimes a trendier-than-thou attitude from the waitstaff. The good things about Intermezzo (besides my loving teenage memories) are that the coffee beverages are yummy and so are the desserts. There's a pretty astounding variety in that dessert case to boot. The bad things about Intermezzo are the service and, even worse, the food. It's not just that the food selection is limited. It's not even how pricey the food is (and boy howdy, let me tell you that it's pretty pricey for what you get). It's the fact that the food is just not good. Don't order it. Do not come to Intermezzo expecting a quality meal. Come expecting a nice dessert and coffee experience. As long as you're not in a hurry, it's probably worth it.
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Cynthia S.
Several years ago, I met a business associate at Cafe Intermezzo and was very pleased with both the service and the quality of the food. I'm sad to say that as of today, this is no longer the case. Our server was pleasant, but it took far too long for our food to come. When it did arrive, the hot chocolate was bitter & watery, the fish tasted dirty, the vegetables had been steamed to death, and the cake was so old and stale tasted like it had been sitting uncovered on the counter for days. The only reason it gets two stars us that the server was so nice. Otherwise, it would have only gotten one.
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Tu-van L.
A really cute and trendy dessert/cafe/bar/lounge spot not far from Perimeter Mall. Their coffee drinks were well-made and plentiful while their desserts are amazing. While my husband and I shared this delicious black and white chocolate cake, my mom and aunt's ebony and ivory white and milk chocolate cheesecake was AMAZING! If I weren't with my mom I would've ordered another slice. Nice yet noisy French cafe like ambiance with candlelight and dark paneled wood walls and furniture. Don't understand why you have to have your dessert order dictated by an dessert attendant and bring your order back to your table for your waitress.
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Peter Y.
I can't quite put my finger on it but there's something very familiar about Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe I've been here in a past life...who knows. What I do know is, this place is a nice spot to hang out and get dessert. And recently, it's been my go to spot to finish a date. Surprisingly, their drink menu is as extensive as Brickstore's beer menu. They've got all kinds of teas, coffees, alcohol and desserts. They're also open pretty late which is good for night owls like me.
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Deirdre O.
Dessert is my favorite meal. So no surprise that I was going to check this place out. Its opened late, there are tons of yummy things to choose from and the ambiance is oh so inviting. I went on a Friday night after having a very satisfying dinner with friends. They mentioned dessert, so I had to not deny myself the oppurtunity to have some. I shared a slice of red velvet. It was all that I expected it to be; moist, intensely delightful and the icing just creamy smooth and perfect.
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Shauna R.
Didn't try much on the menu but loved the outdoor patio going on. Nice and relaxing and the waitress was very nice but a bit unhelpful with the wine selections. The drink menu was quite extensive but the food was a bit overpriced in my opinion for some place that is considered more of a cafe type. I gave it 3 stars since I only had their house salads and drinks. The bartender must have been new since the drinks were either watered down, or too much cheap liquor being used. Don't order their pomegranate martinis. They taste HORRIBLE. Go to Wildfire, they KNOW HOW TO MAKE THEM. Liked the ambience, but that's about it.
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Bryan B.
A great and unique place among the boring drudgery of the Atlanta cliche restaurant scene. Food is good, but what you come here for is an unmatched coffee menu, great desserts, and its night owl-friendly hours. A great place to take a date after dinner.
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Dustin W.
I really can't believe I've driven past this place for so many years in Buckhead and not been the least bit interested in stopping in. After a long dinner with a friend in Dunwoody and blabbing on the phone I finally joined the group. Cocktail on the table and a slice of velvet cake that was to die for. I literally could have died and would be a happy man. Only weird thing that happened was some girl following me to the bathroom and looking me up down like I was a piece a meat.
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Bryan L.
Fun spot to hit up on the late night, Very dark and cozy They have a huge drink book with plenty of non-alcoholic alternatives. They also have a big assortment of desserts to go along with your coffee. They have food too but never really looked at the menu. This is my coffee/cake before bed spoT.
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Jessica C.
I kept going to Intermezzo, hoping one time I'd finally be WOWed. Last night I realized that will never happen. I think I've been there about 7 or 8 times now and the service is consistently bad. They're friendly enough, but it took at least 30 minutes for someone to come to our table so that we could ask for water. Then we had to ask for it three more times before we got it, about an hour total after we sat down. There was a lot of miscommunication going on between the manager and our server - they each brought the drink I had ordered, but I'd only ordered one. Here's a guide to surviving Intermezzo, because it really is a gorgeous ambience: 1. Ask the person seating you to arrange for water for the table 2. Try to pick what drink you want to order before the water arrives 3. Speak slowly, politely, and enunciate your order because they often do not write orders down and have to come back to ask you again. 4. Don't order food or have anywhere to be in a hurry. 5. Enjoy the scenery and how good your friends look in the beautiful lighting!
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Eve E.
The service is super slow. I went in to order a take out dessert. I had a coupon but I had to wait for the manager to prove it so I can use it. When I was waiting for him, I tried to pick the cake I want and there was nobody can help. Finally the manager can and told me I can use the coupon and he left. After I pick the cake, I was told the manager has to process my payment because I use a coupon. And then there was the long long wait. It was 1am on a weekday with more than half the restaurant empty. I had my friends waited for a long time at my place for some "quick" dessert.
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Chris A.
4 Stars for their desserts and coffee drinks. 2 Stars for their lunch. Great place to after dinner dessert or place to bring a date. Large selection of cakes, pies, and coffee type drinks. Very tasty. Lunch menu looked good while we were there for dessert. Thought we'd come back for lunch sometime. Mistake. Not very good, place was empty.
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Falicia G.
Romantic! If you are looking to have a quiet romantic date, then this is it. The mood is calm, the music is just right, and the only light comes from candles lit at your table. Now, my experience wasn't necessarily the lovey-dovey one but, I was with a handsome, nice, intelligent man, who made me think about what it would be like to be on a "romantic date" with him. We sat at the bar, which was an experience. It took about 30 minutes for me to get a drink. I think the bartender was actually a waitress pretending to be a bartender. She couldn't find two of the beers that my friend was looking for. Other than that, it was a fantastic time at a nice restaurant.
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Anson P.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of those places that you can take your mother for a mother day's brunch or a place where people can take their mistress for a cup of a coffee (if that's your thing). The menu is pretty extensive with cafe items, granted they are all pricey. I had an apple cider which was ok but not really worth the price. I tried some of my friend's tiramisu and it was alright. I have to agree with the other reviews. The service was pretty slow. It was a good while before anyone actually came over to us. This place is what it is. If you are looking for some place to get a cup of complicated coffee, this might be the place for you.
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Tulie L.
This place is VERY cute for a date- Great wine selections and the lighting and is perfect for being romantic. Did I say Great WINE?? hahhaha yeah we skipped the dessert and went straight for the wine... and it was yummy... The waiter was good , came just in time to ask us for another refill or another glass. I think the place is very warm.. and Lauren S. is so right, they are overzealous with the heater.. my date got super hot and had to take off his sweater.. The crowd was young, and alot of other folks looked like they were on there date as well.
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Vincent V.
I actually prefer this location of Cafe Intermezzo to the one downtown since it's not quite as popular or insanely busy. The menu is virtually the same, and the great selection of desserts and coffee drinks are there as well. The service at this location is similar to the one downtown, which isn't a good thing. If the service could ever live up to the European style and those great desserts, I'd be willing to go there frequently. I still say that they charge way too much for their coffee drinks. You're almost paying Starbucks prices for drinks that are much smaller. A normal coffee drink here is about 8 oz. of liquid, which is a third smaller than a tall/small at most coffee shops. Don't be shocked when you're paying a few bucks for a drink you can down in a couple of minutes.
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Carolyn B.
A "Sex in the City" themed day out with my girls, can't be official without a visit to Cafe Intermezzo. We arrived here after a much needed Manicure and Pedicure. We walk in what felt like a space traveler and ended up in Europe, but unlike some of the friendly Europeans, we were greeted by a host that handed us menus and said seat yourself. If this place was crowded I might have been more understanding, but if you have the free time to hand me a menu do you really not have time to direct me to a comfortable table? The waiter was very nice (and cute, which is why I added a star). I ordered the Shrimp salad with a Mojito which was awesome. After the meal my friend and I were really excited about dessert (I am hands down a huge Cheesecake lover), the waiter instantly returned with our check, no mention of dessert no refill on our drinks, and to top off this already not so good service, he brings the check without splitting the bill. So after reviewing this place I remove a star. One star is for the unique decor and the great salad (which I will get again at a different location), and the second star is for the waiter's looks alone. If you've never visited this location it is tucked away in a what looks like an abandoned plaza, for it to be this dead you would think the service would be better to entice people into returning.
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Todd S.
We have been here for 30 minutes. Sunday, Sept 4th 10:45pmTerrible service tonite. Do not come!! It's dry outside in the romantic courtyard but they won't seat anyone out there due to lack of servers on a holiday weekend. Horrible management.
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Lindsay S.
From the moment I set foot in this dimly lit cafe I fell in love. My friends & I went here on Christmas Eve last year and had one of the best times. We sat at the bar and had a little snack of soup and a few drinks to ease us into the Christmas spirit :) The bartender was absolutely amazing I wanted a banana drink and he made an absolutely delcious banana chocolate martini to die for. Overall this is a great little spot that I will definitely go back to.
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Flora L.
The atmosphere is great, the food is hit or miss, but the service, well that is just plain awful. I usually come here for lunch and there is usually just one server for the outside seating. Since the place isn't often crowded, the hostess allows us to sit as we please, which results in a server who is often frantically running around to widely dispersed tables or walking around aimlessly. It gets irritating when you have places to go and you're just idly sitting there waiting 25+ minutes for the check. Asking the server to split the check, add on another 15 minutes to your wait time. My first meal here was the wild mushroom and prosciutto with pesto priced at $11. The serving was small yet the sauce was very heavy and became overwhelming. On the next occasion, I had the Chicken Duxelle crepes with a side of potatoes. This was the best meal I've had here. Savory and filling. Lastly, on my most recent visit, I had the Parisian Turkey at $9 with a side Caesar salad. The sandwich was pretty good nothing extraordinary. They were offering $5 for $10 on halfoffdepot but lets just say unless you're eating alone or willing to just use one coupon for the table, the deal isn't really that great. I used it once with another friend where the server kindly split our checks and credited each coupon but on the second occasion, the server was rude and was unable to explain to use what he could and could not do. Overall, I've had enough of this place. The dessert is good, but often pricey..
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Tara O.
YAY!!! I finally tried this place out on a little bday dinner date:) My bf loved this place! It was our first time, but I can say the deserts are delish!! OMG!! Apple pie was so yummy, I literally made up a rap song about it on our way home. lol! Pure comdey...I think they put something in it to make me go bonkers:) Food was delish, but small in portion. The atmosphere was sexy, but I felt like everyone was on top of each other in the main area. Well, my partner was bothered by the couples converstation behind him the whole time. Lol...Thank goodness they put us in the corner in one of the back rooms. Parking was something serious as always for the perimeter area on the weekends. But, snce I'm from ATL I always have a little trick for that particular area. We parked across the street in the dillards parking lot & walked our happy butts over. I hate riding around in a circle wasting time trying to find a parking spot. Try this place out. Yummy desserts!!!!!
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Tymara P.
omg the cake is good! sometimes service kinda slow!
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Mitchy B.
Ok, i like this place, the ambiance is very chic/cozy.. Me and bf went after dinner to grab dessert and we enjoyed it. We both liked the cake we got, my bf is the chocoholic of the relationship so it was only natural that he got the mississippi mud pie and he loved it! its extremely chocolicious! i on the other hand dont like chocolate as much (sue me!) so i opted for creme brulee cheesecake, very very indulgent and rich, really enjoyed it. My only problem was the coffee! OMG ive never had a sweeter coffee in my LIFE!!! i got a toasted almond mocha coffee and was expecting a hint of almond and mocha, but dang!! this coffee was sweeter than my cake! it kinda ruined it for me, i couldn't finish my cake or the coffee.. very disappointing :( but like i said, cakes were pretty good, but ive had better for sure.
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Tina M.
Extremely disappointed....used to be one of my favorite places to stop in for dessert & cappuccino...I ordered my usual, it's like a berry tart. The crust was soggy the berries were not sweet. Killer for me since I live for dessert..
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Nitin M.
Variety of drinks, incredible cakes, a true cafe experience.
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Marcus R.
Excellent dessert selections!
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Megan K.
It was annoying that the place only had tiny 2 person tables. We asked for a bigger table and they gave us another tiny one. Had the chicken basil tomato pesto panini, it was good but not great. The server was not very stoked to be at work, but it was a slow day. I really wanted a crepe but their "crepe machine" was broken. And i missed the chance to get dessert. I'll have to try this again.
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Flora H.
Great atmosphere, great food! I absolutely LOVE the cake here! Whenever I think about the cake here, my mouth waters. My ultimate favorite is the key lime cheesecake. The lighting is a bit dim, but if you want brighter lighting then there's an outdoor seating option. Although it's a bit pricey, I think it's okay to treat myself here and there. It's not a place I would visit frequently, but maybe once or twice a month or when I'm having dinner around in the area. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! It's a great place to sit down, enjoy the food, and converse with company.
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Nadia H.
Cafe Intermezzo is an early afternoon or a late night coffee house / bar spot than a restaurant. The service is extremely slow most of the time. The food is so so. Their drinks and desserts are creative and tasty.
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Victor A.
Ok, so there are definitely cafes w/better coffee, better desserts (they don't even make most of theirs), better service, etc. But not at late-night......a good place to relax and conversate the night away with friends.....their drink/coffee menu is rather extensive and quite good.....especially the mixed coffee drinks....desserts I'd say just go with what the cake lady /man at the counter suggests.......you need to take your time at this place........it is NOT a Starbucks, so relax and enjoy the night......Easy parking on a weekday........excellent location.......
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Robin Z.
When in doubt, we go to Cafe Intermezzo. I've actually only ever been in at night, so it was strange to see daytime photos. The atmosphere is the main attraction for me; it does manage a distinctly romantic-European-city-ish kind of feel. I love the pseudo-outdoor seating with patio chairs and tables. The selection of desserts is amazing, and the food is fine. I could spend all day reading the drink menu, because every one sounds to-die-for delicious. Although I haven't tried that many, since the Chocolate Raspberry Truffle is just too good and I can't help but order it.
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Nicole S.
Cafe Intermezzo. Doesn't it sound like the perfect place to end a fun night? You'd imagine coffee with your friends. Gossip with your girls. Joking with your boys. But, although the cafe itself is nice, there are some setbacks that might make you want to ditch this and go to Starbucks if coffee is all you want. So, what's good? The deserts. Sweet, fluffy cakes. Thick huge pies. The desert menu is full of anything you can think of. Whatever your taste is, I would bet that they have your flavor. What's not so good? The deserts. They are over priced. They run around $7 for one piece of cake or higher. By the time you add the expensive coffee or drink, you're paying for a real meal at a regular place anywhere else in Atlanta. Being fair is key here, though. The environment is decorated almost as if you are in a European coffee shop. Just as much attention is paid attention to the details of the restaurant as the cakes and pies. It's very cute for a date you want to continue talking with later into the night. I'll be frank. It gets crowded. Very crowded. There are lots of people in and outside the cafe. Fairly noisy, but not overly noisy. The young 20s and 30s crowd are on dates and the "I haven't seen you in forever. Let's get coffee sometime," kind of crowd. So, everyone's laughing, having a good time. That can be vibrant. The menu is limited. There's not much of a selection because, well, they serve deserts and coffee. So, you'll be tempted to get that one piece of cake that sells for the price of 3 full cakes. Not a place for kids. Great "let's catch up" place. The service is not bad, but could be more cordial. But, with so many people, perhaps I'm asking to much. Bottom line. Go with a pocket full of cash and some time to talk to your buddy. It's a great environment for conversation.
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Hector M.
I just had possibly the worst pasta I have ever had in Atlanta at Cafe Intermezzo :( - it was bland and simply uneatable... Do not go here for a meal - go for a drink or dessert. Service was nice and wine acceptable though. Do not care for the crowd as you would expect a more cosmopolitan vibe yet that was not the case. Lesson learned.
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Michael T.
A great place to start off, or wind down an evening. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, without sacrificing its polished appearance. Everyone can find something on the menu, as there is plenty on offer besides the Coffee and Desserts (which most people seem to come in for). There are sandwiches, pastas, and appetizer plates to suit most every palate, and in my experience, have been served very consistently and with friendly service. The drinks menu will shock you the first time you see it. It is absolutely massive. You'll find something new each time you visit. You may want to seek advice from your doctor before ordering some of the more adventurous concoctions. This place is a real lifesaver as it is open every day of the year and late into the night. In a city where so many places close their doors either too early or completely on many holidays, this is a great and reliable place to go.
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Rainbow B.
My father and I have been long time regulars of this place. The food is great, the wine and spirit selection is top-notch, and the coffee is almost comparable to Italy itself. But the one thing that stands out the most to me is the exemplary service. Whether you drop a couple hundred dollars on a big dinner with friends and family, or just stop in for a cup of coffee while you work on you computer they treat you like a queen! Whoever says that it's pretentious is just a low class person. I'm no debutante but Im not from the ghetto either and the staff is just always on point, eager, attentive, genuine, and always go above and beyond to make sure your visit is perfect. Ever server, bartender, barista, desert case attendant and manager is kind and patient. I have been working in foodservice and bars for 9 years and I understand service. This is one of those places where you actually NOTICE how good the service is. Thanks again guys and we will be regulars for many more years to come!
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A B.
Horrible service. Food and drinks arent any better. There are way better places in Atlanta
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Barney B.
cool vibe, good coffee, booze if you want it. all good stuff. the food, is food. I guess what I mean is that the 'red pepper soup' tasted like red peppers. the grilled cheese tasted like cheese and bread. fairly simple, somewhat plain, but definitely not bad - just ... food. probably a good stop after dinner for dessert or late night coffee - but in such a weird spot that I doubt it's on anyone's ride home. still, it blows away most other options in the 'hood
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Steve B.
Thao, I can assure you, it's not just you. I typically go there well dressed, and as a professional in the area, I'm usually with other folks who are as well and needless to say, the service is still dismal. Not unlike yourself, I've been coming here for years and really haven't felt a need to go back for a while. Yeah, the food is ok and the desserts are great but honestly, if I'm going to spend the kind of money I would at this place, I'd rather go elsewhere.
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Sean D.
Cafe Intermezzo has one of the best atmospheres I've experienced in the Atlanta area...Great place to go for coffee, drinks, and/or crepes, particularly in the evening. They have an enormous drink selection, particularly cocktails and coffee drinks. You can't go wrong with their martinis. Their dessert selection is vast...mainly cakes. Dessert quality is decent, but my favorites are the aforementioned. Very cozy place...enjoy.
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Honey K.
As other reviews have stated - the menu is huge and impressive and drinks/desserts are nice. But I have never found it worth the $$$. Service is usually prompt and patio is good on a nice spring day. I go here because it is closer to my place - I won't drive far off for it though.
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Jason B.
On my first official trip to Atlanta my friend Jonathon W. took me out to Cafe Intermezzo. What a delightful time we had, we were shortly joined by his friend Tyler C. who was a vivacious young lady if I don't say so my self. The server was a delight to work with, right off the bat she was up for joking around with us. She was good at judging if we needed her at the table or if we were too wrapt up in conversation to be bothered. The atmosphere out side was wonderful for a beautiful warm spring evening (though the 5,000 pollen count was not so desirable). I would highly recommend if one goes to sit out side. Indoors seemed a bit dark for my tastes but I'm sure is lovely during the day with a hot sun beaming down. The Irish coffee I ordered was very enjoyable but I wondered the entire night why the shot of whiskey came on the side of my coffee. We all know where it's ending up, I would rather you just add it before it comes to the table. The dessert selection is vast to say the least. Something for everyone in my opinion. If you like pastry cream and things similar in texture you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. The one major draw back to this establishment is the desserts are purchased (as found out by asking the wait staff) Despite this small detail the experience was over all wonderful, though I didn't know it until searching for the web site they also offer free wifi which is a huge plus for those of us who don't like waiting to get home to yelp or would rather sit at Marshall Mc Gearty and yelp than at home. One other part is that it's not the least expensive place I've been to. Though I will go back I would much rather see them charge top dollar for desserts that are made in house by a pastry chef (like my self, hint hint people!!!) instead of buying them. Even if they do come air mail from other countries!! Good luck to you on this place I really hope that you find it as enjoyable as I did. Make sure you take someone you enjoy with you. Any bad experiences will be off set by the joy of a good companion!!
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Tim R.
This place is amazing! It's decorated like a European Coffee House. The menus are broken down into food and a separate for drinks. The drink menu is extremely thorough. There are drinks ranging from coffee and tea to wine and beer to absinthe. The food was very good. My wife and I came here on three separate occasions during the week. Once for breakfast, once for a late lunch, and once for late night drinks and dessert. The first two visits were great! Excellent service, great food, and great drinks. I only wish we had one by us.
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Jason B.
Slow service, overpriced food, bad crepes... Not much good to say about this euro cafe.
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Lee M.
I've gone many times over the years to Intermezzo by Perimeter, and the past couple times the quality of the coffee drinks has gone way down. It's one thing to get coffee at a restaurant that isn't top-notch, it's another to get coffee that is worse than the gas station type, at a European-style sit-down restaurant. C'mon folks, if you can't do this, you lost me. I have resorted to going to Alons if I'm in the area and want decent coffee.
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Sarah S.
I love Cafe Intermezzo! Whenever I have out of town company visiting, I always make sure to treat them to dessert and coffee at the Dunwoody location. I find the restaurant to be intimate, unique and pretty freaking cool. As soon as you walk inside, you feel instantly transported into an amazing European coffee house. While a chain, the menu is still gourmet and extensive. The prices aren't cheap but menu the offers something for everyone. I love the sweet baby baked brie appetizer, the salmon farfalle pasta entree, the AMAZING dessert counter (the best selection in Atlanta, hands down!) and the drink menu (or as I call it, the novel!). They offer HUNDREDS of drink options ranging from relaxing teas to italian sodas, coffees to after dinner liquor. While I LOVE this place, there ARE 2 DOWNSIDES: 1. The Parking SUCKS! Be prepared for the possibility to have use the complementary valet. 2. The service is SLOW... Expect a European-like meal experience. I've never had a quick, in and out meal at Cafe Intermezzo. When you go, bring your appetite, your wallet, good company and a few hours to spend and you will have a night to remember!
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Jennifer L.
I used to date a European guy. He was over here all by himself - all his family was waaaaay back across the pond and then some. One night he was feeling particularly homesick. I decided to take him to Cafe Intermezzo in Dunwoody. Since it's billed as a European-style coffee house, and I had heard him speak of how much he enjoyed the coffee houses back home, I thought it might seem a little familiar to him thus alleviating some of his homesickness. Boy, did I ever hit a home run with that one. He kept looking all around him marveling at how similar it was to the cafes in his country. Even the menu was spot on, especially the Turkish coffee, which he said tasted just like his mother's. The trip to Intermezzo lifted his spirits immeasurably. I had been there prior to that night, but this was the first time I realized how authentic it is. So, if you want to experience a true European-style coffee house, visit Intermezzo. And it doesn't necessarily need to be for a date - go there with your friends, go there for business, go there by yourself if you want. The servers are always incredibly nice and knowledgeable, and if you could bottle camaraderie you could take the atmosphere with you. Highly recommended. The Buckhead location is nice, too, but I really prefer Dunwoody location.
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Spin G.
Used to love going here with my husband when we were dating, so it was a great dissappointment last night. No longer do you get a tour of the desserts, dozens of fabulous looking cakes, pies, and tortes with no labels that aren't labeled, so you have no idea what they are. The fancy coffees are wonderful, but we had to wait a good long time and make a couple of inquiries before we got any service. I definitely would NOT recommend it.
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Michael H.
This place is a joke! Four of us went Saturday night around 10PM. We were told the wait would be about 15 minutes, which ended up being over 30 minutes because they sat groups that had come in after us. Once we finally got seated, the first thing we did was hand the witless (oops, I mean waitress) a paper with our dessert choices. 10 minutes later we get our coffee and she leaves to get our desserts. Another 10 minutes later she comes back with ONE dessert (we had ordered four) and the wrong one at that. Then she has the nerve to tell us that we waited too long to give her the dessert list and they were out of all of them. At this point we were all steamed and just want to get out of there. The manager comes over very apologetic and even offers a $25.00 voucher for next time. Good job right? WRONG, because after waiting 10 minutes he never comes back to the table. Needless to say we won't ever be going there again.
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Talib K.
Service here is about like that relationship that never really goes anywhere......it starts out strong but never really lives up to the initial meeting/date. The waitress turned bartender for a day was cool and attentive at first then she went incognito for a while; just like the Peachtree location. The menu is the same and the set up is the same as the Peachtree location. Only difference is the clientele. The flow is a lot more yuppy. Also, it doesn't have the same old wood-grain euro charm. But I have to give it to 'em for consistency; my hummus had the same ole "just okay" taste as my fave on p'tree.
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Ani K. O.
I'm bummed. I was told this is a great local place. The service was slow but helpful. The food was not bad. I had a spinach crepe with portabella and feta. Honestly, it needed some salt but other than that it was tasty. The place didn't rock my socks off... and that's what i was hoping for. Bummer.
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Libby D.
I have been to both locations of Intermezzo several times this year as it is a favorite of a colleague. I can say that this location is far preferable to the Buckhead/Brookwood location, but they both leave a lot to be desired. Service at both locations is indifferent and uneducated. Servers always seem more interested in clustering together and talking to each other. Food is overpriced and bland. Last trip I ordered a crepe and got this dry, folded over piece of pastry over lukewarm cheese and cold spinach. Really? for $9? Skip it. Deserts are hit or miss. Most look better than they taste and the counter is so crowded it is hard to get good info on what they are. Invest in some small signs to place in front and this process would be improved. The drink menu is extensive. I have only ever had coffee and tea there. I really don't like many coffee drinks ( I drink black coffee and the occasional mocha) so I cant speak to those, but I do love tea and the tea selection is possibly the best in Atlanta. My only complaint is they plop the teapot in front of you with no clue how long it has been brewing - it is a guessing game as to when your tea is ready. One advantage they have and what keeps me going back is the late hours. If you want a place to sit, talk and have a cup of tea post late movie, dinner, etc this is one of few options OTP. So much is bad and what is good could really be improved upon. That said, I will likely be back, but don't expect me to order more than 1 pot of tea.
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Mel R.
Wish I could give no stars. My friend and I decided to grab a late bite to eat after a girls night out. They weren't horribly busy, but our server took forever to get us water and then even longer to come around to take our orders. They tried to charge my friend extra because she wanted arugula instead of mixed greens on her salad even though both options are essentially the same price at the store. Then, not even the manager could answer whether or not the Caesar dressing was gluten free (I'm gluten intolerant), because he didn't really know what gluten was. It is scary that a restaurant that is attempting to get into the gluten free market with a gluten free apple some type of dessert does not take the time to educate their management or staff on gluten. It kinda makes me wonder about their kitchen practices and how they avoid cross contamination. They were also out of their gluten free dessert. My friend and I ended up leaving without ordering. For such a reputation as one of the better late night dining choices in the area, one would think they would be better educated regarding allergens and that they would have a better stock of desserts.
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TK B.
Maybe since I went on Christmas Day last year, it was just the wrong chef. I truly hope it is, and I plan on going back again just to see. However, I've heard that the one in Buckhead is really good compared to this one. I got the Gnocchi, I've eaten Gnocchi trillions of times, when I lived in Italy for 2 1/2 years, it was my favorite dish. However, the Gnocchi here was undercooked to the point where it was gummy and not done on the inside. I sent it back, and it came back out the same way it left. My aunt had to send her lasagna back. However, their Spinach and Artichoke dip was really good. If you ever go to the Buckhead location try the strawberry cake. They don't have it at this location (although, they say that all of the CI's have all of the same desserts.)
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Erin R.
If I was writing a review on just the food and drinks, Cafe Intermezzo would have received 5 stars! Their desserts are amazing! It is so much fun to walk up to the dessert bar and hear about all the different cakes and pies and tortes that they have. Their drink menu is insane-its a book! I went for their Versailles Lavender Earl Grey tea.. yum. Your tea comes in a fancy silver french press and lasts like 6 cups and remains super hot the whole time. What made me take away two stars is the service-they are SO slow in inattentive here. Every time my husband and I or my girlfriends and I went we would end up waiting forever just to get our check. Such a shame because everything else is wonderful!
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David T.
The atmosphere here keeps me coming back. I don't mind that it gets a bit lively, reminds me of an Italian cafe I frequented in the North Beach area of San Francisco. I only have eaten late night breakfast here, but it has always filled me up and left me going home happy after some great conversation. If you're up for learning a new language..spend a few moments in the bathroom where they pipe in lessons of various languages. lol
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Andrew C.
Although a little pricey for my tastes in coffee there probably is no better place to go for coffee and a slice of cake/pie/pastry on a date night than here. The inside seems cramped, so I always sit outside. It is basically a large open patio and is very nice for the most part. The coffee is usually strong, which is great for me and I always share a piece of dessert with my girlfriend. Dessert is excellent, but once again, it can be pricey
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Candice M.
I visited Cafe Intermezzo during a late night adventure with my husband, best friend and her husband. We were blown away by the extensive drink and liquor list. I think it took us 30 minutes to decide on our drinks. We had fun reading all of the options and helping each other decide what to order. The drinks that we ordered were delicious! OMG, don't forget the dessert counter. My friend got an Oreo cake and she was literally moaning over how good it was. Their food menu seemed pretty selective as well but we were only there for a late night drink and a little dessert. The only complaint that I had was that the service was a little slow but nothing to REALLY complain about. I can't wait to go back again!
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Malinda L.
It's a hit or miss service. It's never a consistent service here. We either get a great server or a horrible one. But when we get great service its always a pleasant experience.
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Stormy C.
I went here recently for a private party. We were in an area of the restaurant that was away from the main flow and looked out on a nice garden area. The food was great and the desserts were unreal! Some people might not like it because it is a chain and their food is not extremely unique or boutique-y. But for a group everyone will find something they like and it seems a decent value. The bar area is very cozy looking and would be great for a happy hour. There is even a fairly large bar in a private room that could probably be reserved for groups. I'll be visiting again soon.
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Timber W.
I loved this location. The place just seemed more refined--with its glossy hardwood floors, nice light fixtures, and Romanesque statues--than the Peachtree destination. I wouldn't recommend eating dinner at Intermezzo. Instead, I go for the ambiance, hot chocolate, and cake, which is displayed in a mouth-watering array beneath the glass counter. Intermezzo is the perfect place to hit up for dessert!
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Bryan B.
I've been going to the Intermezzo for about 15 years now (this location and the one on Peachtree). The coffee/drinks/desserts are always wonderful, but the food menu is very lacking and what is on there isn't always great. For that reason, I typically don't have dinner there, but lots of drinks and lots of desserts. I've been to Intermezzo on just about every kind of occasion: dates, hanging out, taking an out-of-towner, etc... The ambiance is top notch. The service is usually good, but never great. It's occasionally sub-par, too, and some of the waiters aren't familiar with the menu or how to properly serve a drink (I've been offered 'rocks' by one certain waiter in EVERYTHING I've ordered...sorry, but he should know ice does NOT belong in brandy)! And, it's not that he's new, I've had him several times over several months. But I'll always go there. Short from physically abusing me, I can't think of a reason I wouldn't continue to go there, it's be one of my favorite places for too many years. I love it despite the occasional bad service.
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D Z.
Nice date spot. Love to go at nite...it's ducked off in the back of a shopping center across from Perimeter mall. The little bowl of lasagna is real good and the desserts are whats up. This is the only place that gives me the feel of being back home in New Orleans with the chill euro feel. Never been to the Peachtree locale yet.
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Josh B.
If your looking for drinks and desserts this place is perfect. I've been here for lunch, breakfast a few times, and a couple of late nights. The service is honestly best later in the evening. For breakfast or lunch the staff is spread a little thin. The turkish coffee is hit or miss depending on whos working but the liquor is always spot on. My favorite thing about this place is the whisky selection which i think is only surpassed by the Vortex.
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Michelle J.
I've been to Cafe Intermezzo at least a dozen times and I can't wait until I'm back in Atlanta to go back. It's the perfect place to hang out with your girlfriends and chat for hours and hours. The desserts are great and with a drink menu as extensive as theirs you really can't go wrong. Yes, the quality of service can vary a ton, but that aspect is almost part of the charm to me. I also love that this location is far more spacious than Peachtree Rd. and I don't have to worry about ambulances blarring down the road. Definitely not a place to go if you're in a rush, but if you want to chat for hours and enjoy excellent desserts this is the place for you.
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Catherine P.
I usually frequent the CI on Peachtree, but this location is pretty cool. They took over what used to be a White House, Black Market clothing store next door, so now have lots more seating. I'm just not a fan of sitting on the patio in the winter even if it's surrounded by plastic and has sporadic space heaters...too cold!! So I am glad for the indoor space. They have some of the best hot chocolates anywhere and the ciocoloccinos (regular or white chocolate) and really tasty. They also have great desserts...check out the case up front. Service is always pretty slow, but just relax and chill out and it's all good. Visit Count: 5
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Jane N.
Something about my group of friends and Cafe Intermezzo, but we've ended up here and at the Peachtree St. location several times. And time after time, we declare Intermezzo as a bad place to take groups larger than 6 people. So my advice to you is just...don't...don't go here for those big groups. The worst experience was one night here, a group of about ten of us wined and dined. As the night went on, the group became smaller, as each person who left, they paid for their portion of their order. Until the end, there was 4 of us, left with $30 of the check! We were all very confident that everyone paid their portion and left a tip, enough to cover everything because we kept going over and over who owes what, however, the waiter mustve charged us several extra items or did not subtract earlier charges from the total check. I've said once before (for the Peachtree St. Intermezzo) that their efforts at splitting checks is lacking and terrible. We've called the manager over, hoping to settle the situation but she didnt do much but ask us to pay the full remainder, even after we've told her how unreasonable and unfair they are treating the situation. Anyways, to save yourself the trouble, stick to a small group and don't confuse the waiters there with too much math to do in regards to splitting checks. You'll just cause more trouble for yourself and your group...
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B W.
I've always been a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo at Brookwood, but I went to the Park Place location near the end of a date this week and really liked it. The drink menu is massive, but I highly recommend the Cafe' Intermezzo with almonds. See the picture of the berry cake? ORDER IT!!! Other reviewers are correct about the slow paced service, but frankly I like the fact that the servers don't hover and you feel comfortable having a long conversation without feeling rushed. I look forward to coming back to this location again.
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Julia S.
Came here with two friends-- each of us had a halfoff depot coupon where you could get $10 worth of food. Service was ok and the food came out pretty slow, as expected. Our server kept stopping by every 10 minutes asking if everything was okay but didn't actually do anything. Annoying. At the end of our meal, the server dropped off the check and walked off without saying a word-- not surprising. So we (sort of) let that one go. But after the three of us asked for split checks, he said he wasn't able to let us use the halfoffdepot coupon for each of us. Later the manager came out saying that we had two options: all the food on one bill using one coupon, or split checks and only one person using the coupon. Apparently this is a new policy because my friends have used their own coupons on split checks before. Their reasoning is ridiculous because if we had all come here individually, using the coupons wouldn't have been a problem. Did they want us to sit by ourselves at three different tables in order to use it? Come on. Terrible. I only gave them one star because their nutella & strawberry crepes were good that day.
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Hien P.
I hate this place. You can't see a damn thing at night oh and yeah it is WAY overpriced!
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C D.
It's a shame that the great cakes, coffee and wonderful atmosphere are consistently overshadowed by the lack of service, snobby and arrogant attitude of their staff. It's been at least a year since I've been back, so perhaps things have improved there.
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Shaun S.
Progresso makes a better Chicken Alfredo then Intermezzo. I went with my partner to the Cafe Intermezzo on Ashford Dunwoody in the Perimeter this evening. Given the fact that the parking lot was full and twisted taco had a line while Intermezzo had only a handful of guests seated in the restaurant this should have been a sign. I ordered the Petit Antipasto and the Chicken Linguini. The antipasto came with the meal and the Alfredo let much to be desired. The chicken was overcooked, dry, and lacked seasoning. The pasta was so over cooked you could not twirl it on your fork it fell apart. The Alfredo sauce had no flavoring what so ever not even a hint of butter, pepper it was bland as can be. Not to mention the parma they sprinkled on top of it had the texture of leather and added only to the lack of taste of the entire meal. I ordered a second glass of the house chardonnay and never received it. If I am going to wait 30 minutes for an appetizer and entree I would hope that at the very least I would be offered some fresh ground pepper especially considering the price tag. I can say for sure that this is the first and last time I will ever go to Cafe Intermezzo. I hear they just opened one at Terminal B at the airport, given the opportunity I am going to opt for Panda Express or a Nathans hotdog and save the 15 dollars for a cold beer or a good glass of wine. Don't waste your time or your money.
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Jay P.
Meh? Not sure what the word really means but I have experienced better. Was looking to go to Eclipse Di Luna but the wait was 2 hours so we chose Intermezzo. The place itself is really cool and it has that romantic feel to it. The service is always bad though. I have been at all hours and it seems to take forever to get a drink no matter how busy they are. The cute waitress always gave me this little smile as she strolled by 50 times without my drink. Finally, I had to forget the fact that she was pretty good looking and complain. 5 minutes later, I finally got the drink. I had the crab cakes which were good other that the fact that they didn't have any crab in them. Next time, I will be sure to order the bread crumb cake or the "filler" cake. To end on a positive note, this is a good date spot, romantic, sexy desserts...kinda puts me in the mood but don't expect great service or good crab cakes.
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Dan D.
I've been to European coffee houses and bistro's before and this place has a lot of work to do if it's going to try and claim to be either. Good selection of coffee's and pastry, excellent soups, but could be better with the sandwich's. There are better places than this but it's not bad for lunch or a lite dinner.
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Deb K.
Absolutely THE best place in Atlanta! (FYI: the Dunwoody locaton is much better, cleaner, and friendlier than the Buckhead Intermezzo, by the way.) But yeah. I am absolutely in love with Europe and everything European, so it's nice to find a freakin' place in Atlanta that makes me feel like I'm in Europe. The atmosphere is relaxing and sexy, and Cafe Intermezzo is the ultimate perfect date spot. It's also a great place to go with just friends. The staff there is the friendliest you will ever meet! I have been going there for the past two years, and I HAVE to go at least once a week! It's primarily a dessert place, but they have food there, too. It's pretty good as well. Everything there is a little pricey though, I'll give you that.. but pretty much everything there is well worth the price! A slice of cake is $8, but it's soooo worth it! Also, if you're not in a cake mood, you can look at their large variety of delicious teas, coffees, wines, and other drinks. There is a full bar (thank god), and I have never gotten a bad drink there. I fell in love with this place the first time I went, and it's luster hasn't worn down at all. If anything, I love this place more and more every time I go! I recommend it to EVERYONE! There is always a ton of people so people watching or meeting new people is always fun to do there, too. The funnest nights to go are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. People start coming in at around 7pm or so, but I wouldn't recommend going until at LEAST 9pm.. I hope this helps!
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Laura P.
Although this Cafe/bar is usually somewhat crowded due to its popularity and the distinct variety of its menu offerings (see my review of the other locaiton if you like), it has a much more laid back atmosphere than most night-life around, especially your more standard bar atmosphere. Of the two locations, this is the less crowded, and you can actually find seating pretty quickly here. They don't really play any music worth speaking of--if you want that, Apre Diem usually has some sort of DJ, but their menu offers less selection.
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Rebecca W.
Went there on a weekday noon - the place was empty with only 1-2 patio table and 2 indoors tables occupied, which is good if you want a leisurely, relaxing meal. According to the waiter, they're busy from evening on (after dinner hours) and especially busy on Sunday afternoon after church. I ordered Chicken Waldorf sandwich (lunch special which is half sandwich, a salad, and some fruit on the side) plus a cafe bianca, both are ok but nothing spectacular. The vinaigrette dressing for my salad has an odd jam/gelatin texture even though it tastes alright. Somehow I feel the coffee has a diluted taste and its frangrance relies on the almond oil. I need to go back to try more coffees to be able to rate their beverages. My friend and I had gingerbread layered cake for dessert - tasted moist, solid and not too heavy. Overall this place is more for the ambiance, the decor (love their restroom) and the showy beverage brochure-menu.
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Lori T.
nice place for a romantic rondevous, late night meet up or a drink (as the drink menu is vast - from hard liquor to wines). the dessert case is full with no signs - so you'll need assistance from one of the staff standing near it with a great memory (they are trained to know what everything is). the food is subpar but the atmosphere makes up for it. i was there the other night and they opened up the patio and it had a nice touch. the wait staff takes their time (so be ready to order right away or see the menu ahead of time), even on a slow night. you can't not find something to eat and the nutella crepes are delicious! the caeser salad i ate last night wasn't anything special - they are better at somewhere like Panera. i'd recommend it if you never tried it or want somewhere with a fun atmosphere - esp. on a Friday night (this place is hopping!) or late night. a night out with the girls for drinks - that is another ideal reason.
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Erin C.
Cafe Intermezzo would be a great hangout... Would be. Their selection of drinks and desserts are great and all, but it is just too. damn. loud. Sure, it's a "trendy" type place to be. But don't take your date there, because you won't be able to hear unless you're shouting. If you're going in a group of more than 4 people, seating can get a tad bit uncomfortable, depending on where they seat you. Most of the tables that are available are tiny round-top tables that should seat two at the most. Often times, they'll cram three people around the dinky little table and you'll be knockin' elbows with each other.
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A + P.
We went to Cafe Intermezzo for take-out dessert after having dinner at Twisted Taco. The dessert was very good--can't go wrong with a nice treat from Cafe Intermezzo--but the service was a little off-putting. 1) Asking the hostess what some of the desserts were, we were told that one was a tiramisu. Another one looked like a tiramisu also, what was that one? That is the traditional tiramisu. Then what was the first one? It was Cafe Intermezzo's version of tiramisu, more cake-like, while the latter was the spongy ladyfingers version. Well, if we ask for information, please give us information. 2) The time it took to get and pay for a take-out dessert was several minutes longer than it should've been, since we were sent around to the bar to take care of it, where the bartender was pretty busy, instead of having it taken care of right at the dessert case. And it was a bit pricey--one slice of cake came to $8.40 (with tax).
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Miranda G.
Went here for a get-together with friends. Probably not the best place if you have a group larger than about 6... The food was good (I loved the blue cheese, chicken, and apple panini) but it was all on the expensive side. The desserts were delicious, but again, very pricey! If we had known the cost we would have probably just shared a dessert... It was a pretty busy night, but our service was particularly slow and the waiter was not really attentive to our table. Overall, I would go back for the food, but I was not pleased with the service.
Love this place, good food and the desserts are amazing. I also love their large choices for lattes and cappuccinos. The romantic setting makes it great for a date night.
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Shaunya B.
I love Cafe intermezzo so much. The vibes, the feels, the hot chocolate, and the dessert - oh my god. I would say, however, that this place is best for drinks, desserts, the vibe. The dinner is quite pricey and I don't feel it's worth the price cause it is pricey. The drinks (I get the berlin hot chocolate) are to die for! They're soooo gooooooood. It has nutellla all over. Yummmy. But yeah, go for desserts and drinks so you keep the bill short and you'll have a swell time! :)
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LeAnn L.
Food and service is great. The indoor seating is a little awkward though. There's a few seats I'm always seated at which is RIGHT BESIDE the entrance where people walk in.
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Georgia B.
Cool ambiance, overpriced, OK food and beverages. They tried to replicate European cafes and was pleasantly surprised when a friend introduced me to this place. But they don't know how to make a decent cup of capuccino, and their cake was mediocre and they charge a lot. It wasn't worth the money. Better for the mood or experience but definitely not for their edibles.
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I B.
I was very curious to try this place, but my excitement was eclipsed by terrible service. The waiter told my group he was getting waters for our table, rather than ask what we wanted to drink. When he returned, I asked him for a dessert menu. The waiter said there was no dessert menu, and there will never be one since the dessert vary daily. I told him I'd never been there and there was no way I could know that. He hastily and rudely explained the ordering process, which was very inefficient. My group left, but notified the manager about the treatment. I didn't get the waiters name but he was an Indian man who was probably in his 40s or 50s. If you decide to dine here, don't accept this waiter.
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Lauren H.
I've been here a handful of times, always for drinks/desserts. Service has always been good and the desserts/drinks are always delicious! This place gets crazy busy on the weekends so expect to wait for a table. The last time I went here was this past Monday with my husband. We came there around 9ish and it was busy, but not as busy as I've seen it the past few times I went there. The past few times I went were on the weekends though. We got the exotic bomba and a banana nutella crepe. The exotic bomba is OMG so good! It's a mixture of mango, passion fruit and raspberry sorbets encased in white chocolate. I could eat that stuff everyday! The crepe was just as delicious! It was just as good as crepes that I had in Paris. I had the biscotti martini and that too was super yummy! It tasted exactly like a biscotti but with a kick! I wish this place was a little closer to home, I'd definitely frequent it more often.
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Calandra B.
Fabulous atmosphere. Beautiful interior design. Appetizers and meal was phenomenal. Nothing to complain about. Wonderful!!!!
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Aiswarya C.
Nice ambience, perfect places for dates. They have big 30 page booklet for the drinks menu, which has a huge selection of alcoholic, non alcoholic drinks and beverages. Food is very expensive, I would rather just do appetizers and drinks. They have variety of cheesecakes and pies and have a dessert of the day. Overall, real great ambience and great place for drinks.
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Neriyah J.
I find myself back at this location bc i do try to avoid downtown atlanta like the plague-The service is not as good as the downtown location-the selection of desserts is not the same-i probably get what i am craving 1 out of 10 times here..they do have a nice ambience but everything else is just ok--the nutella hot chocolate though? Now that's on point! lol I loved the old peach tree rd location but the service at the new location is so much better than the ashford dunwoody location so its worth the drive-and they have a wider selection of desserts!
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Tasia K.
What can I say about Cafe Intermezzo that hasn't already been said? The atmosphere is very casual and reminiscent of a cafe in Paris, or any other European city for that matter. This is our go-two place for an outing with friends or a romantic date night with my husband. Whether we're meeting for coffee and dessert or a bite to eat and drinks - the experience is always comfortable and relazing. My most recent visit was in February - where I met up with a friend visiting from California. We had a wonderful Saturday brunch where we both dined on salads, and (intentionally) left room for a little bit of dessert. I had the Cobb Salad which was amazing...and left me talking about it to friends for days. Over the course of many visits, I have sampled dozens of teas and coffees, plenty of their delicious desserts...and can honestly say I've never had a bad experience. The patio is our favorite place to dine, and we've often clustered tables together for groups of 10-12+ friends. This is definitely the kind of place (if you go often enough like we do) that you will inevitably run into people you know.
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Nanto Y.
A charming venue for coffee and conversation, or just spending a few minutes alone with your thoughts, a journal, or laptop. :) The espresso was delicious, as was the M&M Cheesecake. My server Margaret was incredibly helpful, friendly and gracious. I highly recommend Cafe Intermezzo for the coffee, desserts and as a place to spend a few quiet minutes or hours. Wifi worked perfectly and there were outlets available. While it was in the 90's outside (yay August in Georgia), the patio was only warm with a refreshing breeze from the overhead fans. Add the gurgling of the fountains and soft jazz music and you have a lovely European bistro feel in the American South.
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Jess E.
This is a great place to catch up with girlfriends and have coffee and desserts. Not a big fan of their food though. The place is so cute!
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Jennifer S.
This place is just so damn cute and romantic! Just ahhhhhh! A special candle lit brunch/dinner/late night desserts is beautiful. The scenery of Atlanta is beautiful overall as well as the location that it is at. I adore the entrance, the scenery, and everything they have to offer. I ordered the cranberries with chicken and mash potatoes and I almost died because it was sooooo damn good! I loved the candle lit dinner I had with my boyfriend. The place is dim, so it has that romantic feel to it. The hot chocolates, drinks, and deserts are pretty good. Yes, I am aware of the how small the food proportions were and it is a CAFE, so I was still hungry after we ate. For how pricey it was, they still should've offered more. But overall, I do recommend!
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Le Quyen T.
The atmosphere here is great. It's a perfect place for dates or just friends gathering. I enjoyed having dinner and desserts here because of how relax the place is.
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Janelle D.
I don't think I'll be going here anymore, which is such a shame because I adore the menu and all its billions of drink options (even if a little overwhelming) and the food. I love their extensive list of beverages, their sandwiches and salads... but what good is all of that if the food can't get to my table at a reasonable time? The last FOUR times I've visited the service has been sorely, sorely lacking. Today was no different, and like the other times, I didn't pick the spot and, again, like all the other times, I wondered why I didn't speak up when it was suggested. Hoping against hope? Well, that won't be happening again! Today I had brunch with two girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. We got there at noon and there was some light traffic but it seemed slow for a Sunday. I spoke to two hostesses and both had no idea where my party was. They told me to go walk around the restaurant to find them myself. Waters were never refilled - we had to ask after a good 15 minutes had gone by AND after our server failed to notice the three empty glasses lining the edge of the table begging to be refilled. He seemed very uninterested in his job. He was slow to take our orders, slow to bring our mimosas (it took another 15-20 from the time the other was placed and brought to our table), and we started to wonder if he was ever going to take our food orders, which also took a looooong time to come out. Then, he forget to bring out the slice of tiramisu we had requested to surprise the birthday girl. We got the check instead. Sigh. I like giving places another chance on the hope that maybe I caught them on a bad day, but Cafe Intermezzo seems to have too many bad days regarding service. Four times is enough, right? When you go out to eat part of what you're paying for is the experience -- and their lack of interest takes away from that immensely. Is there a high turnover I'm not aware of? The last time I dined here, which was last summer, I went through the exact same slowpoke service. I thought it would be different today. I just don't get it. And it's a such a let down, because it's a cute menu with great options for brunch, lunch and dinner.
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shawn s.
Extremely BAD service. We order cheesecake & some drinks, it took almost 30 minutes to get drinks & another 10 plus minutes for cheesecake. The server didn't bring any forks. Asked her & it's been another 15 minutes & no service. Sorry not coming here anymore. Asked for the manager & he / she would not come to the table.
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Adrian C.
This is what I get for eating real food at a dessert restaurant. This location is not as good as the Buckhead location. The service is subpar and so is the food and drink selection. I came here for birthday cake on Tuesday. My server was attentive which is good seeing as we were the only people in the restaurant. We had the seafood dip for the appetizer. They don't offer enough bread and crackers for the amount of dip so we had to wait 20 minutes for more bread and by that time out appetizer had gotten cold. I ordered a burger thinking to myself, "this is a safe bet, you can't screw up a burger" and boy was I wrong. The meat was rare and tasteless. Boo!!! My friend had some type of questionable Coleslaw as a side item that made us both projective vomit in our mouths. I'm giving this experience a 2 because our server was sweet and the coffee was so good I wept. At least the got the coffee right.
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Miss G.
i didnt expect much because a mid rating on yelp and my guess was just right. It's a nice place to hangout but if you are in hurry, please go somewhere else because the wait is pretty long during dinner time (30+mins) if you decide to wait, read their drink menu because they have very long lists and you dont want to spend another 30mins just to decide which drink you want to get. My fav cake are the tiramisu(not too sweet n not too strong).. the red velvet cake is also not bad (soft n fluffy), almond fudge( the fair amount of almond flavor )and oreo cheesecake(maybe better than cheesecake factory, seems quiet legit!) i gave 3 stars only because I had Turkish coffee and didnt enjoy it, it's so watery and the coffee wasnt that strong, I once had better coffee somewhere else..it definitely ruined my night. I will probably come back and give it another try but probably not in a near future.
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Sheena S.
I absolutely love the desserts and beverages here. They rotate the desserts out so they always have something new for me to try. There are not name tags in the bakery case so you have to get either the hostess or someone behind the counter to tell you what they are. Depending on who it is, this can be either a bad or good thing. The times I've gone in the middle of the week, the staff has been friendly and attentive. I would not suggest going on the weekend. They don't get too crowded but all the servers are rude and look annoyed when you ask them for anything. The place itself is beautiful and I enjoy the ambiance. They need to really work on their customer service. This is probably the only thing holding them back from receiving 4 or 5 stars.
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Frederick M.
It's hard to believe service could be that bad, but it is. This has been going on for years and the reason why I say I'll never come back. However somehow I do. They take between 5-10 minutes to greet the table and an extraordinary amount of time to do anything else. Coffees are cold by the time they get to the table. Ice is melted in cocktails. He brought water but didn't ask if we would like additional drinks. Never checked to take a food order. We had to tell the waiter how to do his job. It was pathetic. This is the type of place where the service is so negligent that you could walk out on your bill and nobody would notice.
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Hanan A.
I frequent this place like an addict, *when I can afford it. There deserts warrant a special visit just for them alone. Yum yum yum. Try the Tiramisu, in both cake and cheesecake form. Their Oreo cheesecake and their Indian Masala chai tea are notable mentions, and for a savory dish definitely try the wild mushroom ravioli in a creamy pesto sauce, its all sorts of good, lick your plate and cutlery type of good. Very European chic, dim, romantic, beautiful place.
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Yeajin L.
At first we were seated right front of the door, which I didn't really appreciate especially the fact that half of the restaurant was empty. Not the best first impression in my opinion. I asked to be re-seated, and it was much better location. Away from the door, away from the bathroom. The menu: their beverage menu was very informative and fun to look through. It explained what's in it, what it would taste like. I truly wanted to try every single drink on there (ranging from coffee to tea to cocktails with and without alcohol), but I'd be bankrupted. I believe the menu was longer than fifty pages. I ended up getting Walk on the Beach, which you can't go wrong with. Delicious juice. My cousin ordered Mimosa, also good. For the food, she ordered Southern Breakfast, which we can all imagine what it tastes like. I ordered the Duck Crepe with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese. I was feeling adventurous! And it was pretty good! Never tasted anything like it. It was definitely new, but on the good side. It had one strong scent, maybe nutmeg, but for the most part, I enjoyed it. I was afraid there would be a lot of goat cheese, making it too creamy, but nope. Perfect amount. The duck wasn't fatty at all which I liked. Overall, they did a good job balancing out duck, fig, and cheese. We also ordered dessert, Coppa Caffe gelato. It is creamier than I thought, but delicious. And you get to keep the glass cup, not the saucer however. The service was okay, a little bit slow.
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Claudia A.
I always come back for more. It's the perfect date spot especially if you have an all female outing. First you need to know that every time I come here the service is pretty slow which for most folks means bad. But at least this night our waiter was the nicest slow waiter we've ever had. He made some mistakes but he fessed up and apologized. Usually i get indifference. You would think this would keep me away but let me tell you why I continue to come back. The food is awesome. We shared the duck crepe that had goat cheese and figs. So delicious though the figs where too sweet for my girl friend, I ate them up (yay more for me). I normally get the chicken gnochi and you should too, it's the perfect blend of cheese and chicken in a savory sauce. I always come to nibble on plate that I share and then we each get a dessert. Tonight we tried the Tiramasu and although they tried to push 2 slices on us (cutting it in half is hard boo hoo) I told them to give us a single serving, we won't need it cut in half and we can just use 2 forks. It was more than enough since we where almost full anyway. FYI it's about 2.5 square inches, you decide if you need 2 for 2 people. We got the coffee drinks that have liquor in them but decaf since it was 12am. Another perk of this Cafe is that if you work late and need a place open late, this place is there till 1am to serve you. Another tip: Eclipse De Luna is right across in the same shopping center. I always start there with a cheap drink and maybe a tapas. Then I mosey on over to Intermezzo for Coffee and Dessert and sometimes an entree to fill me up since we all know tapas leave you wanting for more.
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Stephanie C.
This cafe has a wonderful selection of drinks from coffee to cocktails to virgin drinks. I had a wonderful peppermint mocha on the patio with my boyfriend and our server Warren was very nice and consistent. It feels like you are not in America anymore while sitting there I love the atmosphere and I will be back.
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ChauPha N.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for romantic dates, catching up with friends, or birthday celebrations! The atmosphere is great. I love their dark and moody lighting with candles in the middle of the table. The mirror is also a great touch. I even love their restrooms. A recording that will teach you french is in the background. :D How classy. So because I love this place so much, I have probably visited this place more than 20 times within the last couple of years. I have tried a lot of items on their menu, and so I will only list my favorites. Favorite: -Island punch (Virgins) -Rose (I believe they no longer have this, even if its still on the menu) -Oreo cheesecake -Cheesecakes -Orangina -Seafood Dips -White Chocolate Thats just a couple that i can remembered, I need the menu to list more lol. But those I listed above, to me they are all great and I love the fact that this place is open till 2am on the weekends. But let me warn you, Cafe intermezzo's service is not the best. Sometimes, it might be even downright bad. So don't expect amazing services. There might be a long wait as well. A wait for you to order, to receive your drinks and to get your check. So expect to wait. And Thats why this place only deserves 4 stars. A solid 5 only if the service improve. So be warn! :) But do try them out for their desserts and drinks!
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Coco B.
Went late on a Sunday night, food was good, service was good until we ordered dessert. Waited 20 minutes to receive it, in which we watched other patons desserts who ordered after us, whizz on by, which is really disappointing (we sat right in front of the cake display). Decided to take dessert to go. Will go back, because the food was delish.
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Queenie D.
Luv it! I am totally in love with the huge selection of tea that they have! I have been searching for a good long while for a nice tea house, and all this while, it was nestled in cafe intermezzo. As it was my first time, I was only able to try one tea: Jamaican Rum tea - black tea infused with Jamaican rum ... SOLID AWESOMENESS!! YAAASSSS!!! We also paired our nice tea with a slice of their chocolate fudge cheesecake. And although it was nice and decadent, I would say that it is a-ok. All in all, I look forward to having my afternoon tea on the weekends in this place. I cannot wait to explore all the other cakes and delicacies this place has to offer. I truly dig the atmosphere. The only thing that is stopping me from giving this place the full five stars is the fact that asking for a hot water refill on your pot of tea is $1.50 ???? I mean, it is HOT WATER for heaven's sake. It shouldnt cost that much. In other places I have been, re-filling the pot with hot water was actually free. So, I was kinda irritated that they put a fee on that. Come on now ...
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Robert S.
Nice evening ambience. Food was good; portion size was decent. Staff were friendly and engaging. We'd return for another meal. We love the fact that they were open until 1am on Friday; they were most accommodating and didn't rush us. At 0127 - they flipped the lights to alert those of us still sitting enjoying their warm setting to allow them to clean up and prepare for the new day. If you've not visited the Dunwoody Road restaurant - we recommend you do so :-)
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Debby L.
I've been here a few times and really enjoy the atmosphere and food. Sitting outside in the summertime is great. The have nice big patios with lamps, and it reminds me of the streets in Europe. DUCK CREPE with FIG and GOAT CHEESE The crepe is delicious although it is a thicker batter. I got the white batter since I didn't want so much tomato in a duck crepe, and I think it was a good choice. The duck is light and delicious, and the goat cheese complemented the dish very well. However, the figs were just too much for me, so I ended up taking them out. CHICKEN JAMBALAYA I thought this was a bigger, fully dish than a soup. It's actually very close to a gumbo, with rice. It's absolutely delicious and I'd get this again next time. PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN is a staple dish that we get here. It's very good, solid dish if you don't like to try a lot of things. TUNA MELT I've never tasted this but my friends really like it. It's a great panini, crunchy bread and good tuna. COFFEE I asked for one cup of coffee and they brought out a small carafe of coffee. It was a great surprise and the coffee is exceptional. The only reason I take a star out of this place is because of the service. It's hit or miss, and the misses are always with one or two particular waiters. They never get the order correct, we have to re-order with another each time, and this last time, we even got slight attitude when they had to clarify for a THIRD time. Blah. But on the chance we get a great waiter on the patio, it's all 5 stars.
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Steven R.
My girlfriend went here with some of her friends for drinks and had a great time so she brought me here a few weeks later. The ambiance here is great! The crepe we had was very good and their is a massive drink menu. However, while this place really does have great desserts and drinks, the food isn't exceptional. It's far from bad, but considering some of the prices I expected more.
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Vj D.
Great place to take a date and enjoy some great desserts and wine. The drinks menu can be overwhelming, so I typically just ask the servers for their favorites. I like the ambience and the exercise of walking and picking a cake from the case is fun but not necessarily the most efficient. During busy times, service tends to be slow but the servers are polite and that's always a good thing.
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Maiya I.
I've been here a couple of times simply because I work nearby & friends have always suggested it. But I'm not coming back unless it's on someone else's tab! 1) When its evening time on a weekend day, don't expect very good service, even though they have several people working. They don't sit you right away, don't give menus unless you ask, & pretty much forget you're there! Our waitress kept disappearing for long periods of time so when we tried to get another person's attention, they ignored us! Only one waiter was nice enough to come over to ask about our request. 2) The food has always been hit or miss, with the Cuban coffee, the hot chocolates, the German beers & several of the cakes being standouts. The pastas are decent as are the salads but I wouldn't order anything else. 3) At my last visit there, I wanted to use a gift certificate I had received but the waitress made mistakes on my check & reissued it 3 times! I will say that the customer service is definitely a lot better at the Midtown location versus this one. So if you really want to go, go to that one!
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Emmie L.
Cafe Intermezzo has always been a favorite. I have been to the old Buckhead location and the old downtown location, but this was my first experience at the Dunwoody location. I absolutely have loved this place in every location- they have beautiful interior design that makes the place look cozy but upscale. They have a whole bar devoted to delicious cakes and cheesecakes- a 20 page long beverage list- and moderate prices. So what's wrong with this place? It's the service. Every time I come here I spend half the time asking for the waiter, wondering when our purchases are going arrive, when will my water be refilled, when will my check come. I mean it borderlines ridiculous considering this kind of service happens even when they are not busy. It really dampens the experience because I love the atmosphere, the food and the drinks at this place. I even had my 20th birthday at the former Buckhead location years ago. However. The experience and the food keep me coming back. I love their unique, chocolately drinks. I recommend the Spanish mocha, the Swiss mocha, the Cafe Mozart, and the Irish coffee. I love their chocolate peanut butter cheesecake and their fruit tarts. Delish! And my all time favorite entree here is the cheese tortellini with shrimp and extra spice. I will say they their food has always been inconsistent. That bothers me because sometimes the pasta is watery, sometimes it's oily, sometimes it's bland. It isn't cool that it is so unpredictable. Though it has a great atmosphere. Great interior design. Good choices. And this particular location is easy to find and free parking with a stunning outdoor patio- though today our service was slow. Took 2 hours to eat a slice of cake because he never checked on us. And the cake tourist gave us wrong information so we had to go back over and pick again. But overall, a pleasant experience.
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Cameron H.
We popped in here for about 10-15 minutes to get a dessert to go. We left with a tasty piece of carrot cake and a cup of decaf, which set me back $12-13 plus a $2 tip. We sat and waited a bit for it, which was fine. The cake was good, as was the coffee, but it's overpriced. I know they're a little high-end in there, but they are raping you with that bill. The hostess did know her desserts, though. She told me what everything was inside that case, and did so quickly; I was impressed. I'm not sure that I would eat here for dinner though as we stick mostly to independents near midtown.
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Sophia T.
Food is not their specialty, so check out the tasty yet overpriced fund and desserts instead. The blackberry double decker is my favorite dessert (equal layers of mousse, cake, & blackberry cheesecake), so if it's in the display case, ORDER IT. The dessert experts at the case are really patient and helpful if you're indecisive. It can get overwhelming looking at everything. Take a date here or just treat yo'self to end the day on a sweet note.
I was going to give two stars but that wouldn't be fair since I often end up here, so clearly something keeps bringing me back. I would have to say it is the ambience and the uniqueness of it for Atlanta. Unfortunately, with the demise of Dante's Down the Hatch (RIP), there just aren't that many old-world feeling, intimate and immersive fuzzy feeling places in Atlanta that go all out with their ambience. So overall, five stars for the good vibes and relaxing atmosphere knocked down bc two stars for food, 4 stars for sweets, and the drinks... get confusing. So I settled on four stars overall. I may change my mind to 3 stars at a later date. The menu is overwhelming but my tried and true faves after about a dozen visits are... If you like Nutella, get the hot chocolate Berlin but add schlag (aka whipped cream). They cover the bottom and the sides of this MASSIVE cup with Nutella and then fill it with hot chocolate. My tea favorite (I happen to really like the earthy taste of green tea) is the Gyokuro Matcha. They are often out of it and one time I ordered it they brought out some other type of green tea and I had to convince them that it was incorrect by finally saying that "I promise this is not any kind of matcha in existence" then after a back and forth for a while with what I consider to be indignant sass from the server, they re-tried and got it right. I even poured a cup and showed him the difference (sounds snooty but he was a pain in the butt so I figured he might as well be a better informed pain in the butt in the future). I'm stubborn. If you're craving dessert and a fun coffee drink and an alcoholic drink but can't make up your mind between the three or don't want to get all three, get the Joe Cartwright. It is a shot of espresso, with Verpoorten Advocaat liquor, schlag, and vanilla ice cream . They also messed this one up once. They made it with just the liquor and the ice cream and again I had to convince our server of the mistake and that they forgot to add the espresso because it's in a clear glass and so "Yes, I'm sure. Otherwise it wouldn't be pure white.". Wish they would step up their service and their food menu. The only decent food items I've had here are the savory crepes (the one with duck and the other with turkey n'brie) and even that's because I'm a sucker for brie and crepes. Otherwise the crepes here aren't made quite right and are a bit too thick.
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Destiny C.
I loved the bathroom... U get caught up in the French atmosphere of this place. We went for dessert and I have strawberry cheesecake and my guy had b52 cheesecake, both were decadent.
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Audrey A.
service is nice! food is nice! cake is reallll nice!
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Jeff L.
Very good. Service was a little slow. The food was really good. We had the crab cakes, beef au jus, key lime cheesecake, and tiramisu. It was all very delicious. I'm glad we went. Prices were very reasonable as well.
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Lena P.
Love the Vibe here! A great dessert and coffee place after dinner. The decor definitely compliments the ambiance, and the food is delicious! Food: - Caprese Panini: tasted great, was cooked fresh, and comes with a side of chips. - Spinach and Cheese dip: The dip was good, and they had freshly cut bread, we even asked for more! - (3 stars) Crostini Appetizer: the bread was a little too toasted but overall it was good with tomatoes and shredded parmesan cheese. - (5 stars) Fire Roasted Vegetarian Soup was really good, I loved the flavors and it was great on a cold day! Dessert: - (5 stars) Caribbean Coconut Cake: sweet but very satisfying! The cake was very moist and frosting tasted fresh. Sharing is recommended as they give you a large piece. - (5 stars) Nutella Crepe: I asked for both bananas and strawberries and it was delicious! Drinks: - Peppermint Hot Tea: Never had this before but it was delicious! It clears your sinuses and gave me the feeling of Christmas time. - Casablanca Hot Tea: This was very refreshing and light which was great! Second time around I ordered this and it was very strong - too strong in my opinion! - (5 stars) White Hot Chocolate Raspberry: soo yummy! There are bits of white chocolate pieces on top with fresh whip cream! The raspberry flavor was just right and not overpowering. It's a huge cup that they give you, so sharing is recommended! Busy Saturday night, but we were able to get our table within 10 minutes. Customer Service was good, although getting our table was a bit confusing and the greeters in the front were not prepared. I definitely want to praise the employee around the cake/cheesecake display, she helped us pick the coconut cake and was able to describe all the cakes and cheesecakes to help us pick something we would like, and she was spot on! Thank you!
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Ashley M.
I really love this place! To be fair, I've never actually eaten anything here besides their desserts. It's one of those places where I always go to meet up with friends after a meal, and never for a meal. Their desserts are delicious though. My favorite so far is the Oreo Cheesecake. I really love the ambiance here. Yes, it's romantic and would be one of the first picks for a date spot, but it's also versatile in that it's great to get together and chat with friends over some good drinks. If you haven't been here yet, you're definitely missing out!
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Sc M.
Fantastic coffee, drink and dessert restaurant. Breakfast is served all day. Great service. The desserts were incredible. My family and I stopped by here on a weekday around 2 pm. Ordered a cheese plate which was good. Chicken cesar which was also good. Turkey crepe; also good. I dont think i would come here from a hunger standpoint. This is more of an ambience and drink type of restaurant. No complaints at all. Simply could not find anything to write that was "over the top". Give them a try.
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Alexandra S.
First off this place is gorgeous. It's been awhile since I've been to a restaurant that has such great scenery. The lighting sculptures, it's definitely got that cafe feel to it. The tables are really tiny though and somewhat uncomfortable being so close to other guests. My friend and I got there around 7:30pm and it was quiet, quaint, and adorable. It gets pretty busy a little later around 9, 10ish which quickly diminish those feelings of happiness. We tried a few coffee combos. The classic caffe latte which was good but a little to bland for my taste. The gingerbread latte was amazing! Then I tried the cafe hazel. I would've gotten a fourth but I probably wouldn't sleep until 7pm then next evening. We also got dinner, I got the Burger Americana, it was good but they added salt to the the grilling of the burger which took away the flavor of the meat and I was not a fan of it. My friend got the pasta fettuccine and she said it was amazing. I wasn't too happy with the service though. My friend and I were there purposefully for business, reason why we chose a cafe. We were at our tiny little table stuck in the corner and our waiter kept trying to drop hints to get rid of us. We were there from 7:30-11:15 and he came back three times asking for the check. I saw him in the background complaining to a co-worker on how long we've been there and basically us asking for more water was an abomination. It's just rude, it's a cafe for crying out loud there's no expiration time when you need to leave. I'm sure not every waiter is as cranky as this guy was, but the menu was quite impressive with the different types of coffee they have and the coffee fan I am wow! I'll definitely make an appearance at this place, but may be selective in my choice of location.
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Lauren H.
Who doesn't love dessert and fancy coffee drinks?! A great date spot. This location also has a semi-outdoor patio area. I'm always happy when I go. Check it out and come back again soon to try something else! Great date night spot!
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Jay S.
This place has become my and gf after dinner / late hrs spot to kick back and relax. That night we went they told us they couldnt serve and coffee cause there machines were down which i thought completely sucked. So i ended up ordering some type of stawberry hot tea with some boston creme cake. I was sketchy about ordering tea here cause i never have and didn't know what to expect. But i was actually very good, and the cake was delicious. Unlike some of there cakes and cheesecakes they tend to be very heavy and very sweet. This cake was actually perfect, not to sweet and actually pretty light and quite amazing if i must say. As far as service, it never really disappoints me, the past 3 times i've been here within the last months we have gotten such good service and very nice servers. i still highly recommended late night spot for coffee, and dessert.
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Andrea M.
This is a great place for a date or meet up with friends. If you want to grab drinks (coffee, alcohol, or a mixture of both coffee mixed with alcohol), this is the place for it. There was a food menu, but it's not as vast as the drink menu. The food was a tad more expensive. Well, even the drinks can be up there. If I can remember correctly, my coffee date and I had the cheese platter which was about $17 along with two orders of coffee with a shot of Bailey's for $8 (?). Everything was pretty delish along with a nice atmosphere (dim lighting with candles and small cut flowers on the tables) for chatting. I mean. We were there for 3 hours just chatting away. lol. Parking just sucked when I visited this location last Thursday. Um. Yeah. Battling rush hour traffic in the Perimeter area was NOT fun and most certainly not recommended. When you initially pull in, the parking lot you're in is small and packed to the max. I'd just suggest driving around to the parking in the back where there's more spacious parking areas.
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Jessica L.
I have really mixed feelings about Cafe Intermezzo. I love it, and I hate it. The Good: Menu has good variety. But it is the drink menu that keeps me coming back. The coffee is A+ as is the tea--and I am a tea snob. The atmosphere is wonderful and cozy and I love the outdoor covered patio. The Bad: Service. Plain and simple their service is consistently horrible. In one instance I waited over 30 min for water and a menu. Servers don't check in often, and I have seen tables come and go before I even got my appetizer. Also, their small tables are TINY. As in, you are out of luck if you have two entrees, two drinks, and two glasses of water. I suggest that you ask for a larger table when possible. As for prices, I don't mind the drink prices... but everything else seems a little inflated. My advice: Great place for a drink and a meal when you have LOTS of time. Don't bother if you are in a rush. If you are looking for creative drinks, this is the place to be.
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Tiff H.
I rarely come here for food, only for some DRANKS. The alcoholic coffees are really good! very overpriced but I don't mind the premium cost, it's nice to splurge and sit in the dark with an overpriced slice of cake... Mulato, stradivarian, and cafe dolce vita were all very similar to me... chocolate/coffee with bailey's or rum or Kahlua. MAKE THAT AT HOME FOOL. The cakes are always super good and I always regret it the next day when I'm in the gym an extra hour...
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Locals O.
Love the outdoor seating, and the extensive drink menu. The drinks we got were good but the tiramisu had a weird taste to it. It was my first time trying the food there and it wasn't what I was expecting. I got the salmon bow tie pasta, the pasta was a bit over cooked the the salmon was really salty. The service wasn't as great, took us 5 mins to get seated and the server barely came by to check on us.
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Alex P.
Visited this location today and I have to say, based on a single experience, service was better than the terrible, consistent experiences I've had at the midtown and airport locations. But even here, the waiter did not seem to have very good manners and would repeatedly bulge in the middle of our conversation. The food was very very mediocre, I've had their crepe and it was significantly below my expectations. The ambiance was beautiful just as the other location and I tend to be a sucker for that.
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Alex A.
My girlfriend and I had yet another splendid meal at Intermezzo the other night. We've yet to have anything, but a great experience at the Perimeter location and it's been our longtime standby since we often like to eat on the later side and other places close by 9 or 10 PM. We ordered the Chicken Duxelles crepe, baked Brie appetizer, and I had the Parisian turkey on a croissant. It was all fantastic as always. Their good is incredibly consistent and we've tried most of the menu. The service has always been impeccable as well. They're timely and friendly. We know several waiters by name and they remember us. The atmosphere is cozy, but elegant. There is plentiful indoor seating and then there is a large covered patio and an uncovered area with a fountain. I've yet to find a bad table. For drinkers, they have an extensive beverage menu - lots of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. There aren't a lot of wine options, but everything else is plentiful. The drink menu is like 45 pages long. The desert selection is also ridiculous. There is a full case of torts and pies and another full case of various cheesecakes. You can't go wrong. I would recommend this place over and over. It's especially great for couples and even as a first date option.
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Holly C.
Friendly and knowledgeable service is slow during peak times. If you have a sweet tooth you will love this place. No dessert menu, but the staff will walk you through the many selections of the day. The beverage menu can be a bit overwhelming, so I recommend you start with your basic cappuccino, generously topped with whipped cream and cinnamon! Great spot for a girls brunch or romantic date night. Original location is in Buckhead, but I prefer this one.
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Bayou K.
Great experience! I ordered my fav (Patron Margarita) and it was mixed to perfection. I ordered two, so yes, I was a bit tipsy!! I ordered the New Orleans Jambalaya and it was FANTASTIC!! After the meal I was offered a piece of the Key Lime Cheesecake... I must say I don't like cheesecake at all, but I will say I LOVED this one!!! It was great!
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Nancy N.
Despite the hundreds of times I've frequent Atlanta with Cafe Intermezzo on my hit list, I always end up being too full or missing the closing time by 5-10 minutes. FINALLY, I was able to stop by and check it out! For my Charlotteans, this place is essentially a more formal, quiet and elegant version of Amelie's. It is the perfect dessert place for after dinner or a first date. The ambiance is intimate and very romantic, especially at night. Chandeliers hover over beautifully clothed tables, complementing the fresh flowers and dimly lit candles. It was the perfect classic European vibe. The menu is extensive from savory to sweet crepes, salads, seafood, hors d'oeuvres and much much more. Our main focus was THE DESSERT. Two FULL glass cases taunt you with their amazing selection of cakes and treats. Careful, these cakes rack up a pretty dense bill at around $7+ per slice. Just a warning for the foodies and people with a sweet tooth out there. Personally, I'm guilty of both. We decided to each pick a treat and share. I always recommend family style for everything. Gives me a perfect excuse to try everyone's food! My favorite was the Creme Brulee Cheesecake. It tasted exactly like creme brulee in cheesecake form. The cake was fluffy with a little bit of crunch from the toasted sugar typically on top of creme brulee. I was also eyeing the homemade gelato, but will definitely keep Intermezzo in mind for next time!
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A M.
This branch constantly disappoints me. If it's a Friday or Saturday night, be prepared to wait at least 45 mins for your order. The another 30 mins for the check and 15 mins for your credit card. This place is a great example of complete mismanagement. The staff is seen running around frustrated and clueless. They often bring wrong orders and then try to justify why what you got is what you ordered. Hot coffees are usually lukewarm by the time they arrive at your table. Ice cream has melted for having been left on the tray for too long. Little to no management, overworked staff, and no customer service define this establishment on weekends. One of the staff members I spoke with had to skip dinners every night due to work. No wonder some of them are cranky. It's only a matter of time before this place starts loosing customer base due to bad management.
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Venkat R.
Man what do I say.. At a point of time this was the place I used to hang out every other week . The service has become utterly horrible. Slow , inconsistent and just plain rude . I'm genuinely sad and wouldn't recommend anyone to visit the dunwoody location . Firstly , no one EVER refilled the ONE glass of water we had . Secondly, the table has something sticky / icky on it and it stuck to my hand , so I asked the waiter to change the table , well they moved us and promptly got someone else to sit on it without even cleaning that , who does that!! The coffee I had seemed to have been made an eternity before it was brought out to us ,it was cold ! Apart from all this the food is still decent , but why would I wait half hour to just pay the bill . We were there for two appetizers and coffee and were forced to sit there for almost 2 and a half hours . Yes it's a nice place and no I don't want to spend the rest of my night there. Coming to the rudeness, we wanted to pick a cake , instead of a slice we wanted half a slab of cake they had , we asked for it and were told to go to the bar to pay for it after presenting the note the waiter gave (for the cake we chose) . Well she forgot to mention we wanted the slab of cake and not the slice . The person billing goes on a rant and says she doesn't understand and she doesn't have time for all this and tells me to go get it corrected back at the cake counter. That's just rude and disrespectful . I'm done with this place. They are either understaffed or the employees just have a bad attitude and I don't know if the management even realizes this. Well they better realize that or they ll loose their regular customers.
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Nadia H.
The ambience here is very romantic-great lighting, decor, seating, etc. The cakes are very dry. The other desserts, like the Crepes, are very delicious. Almost any drink you order will be tasty. However, the service here is consistently mediocre. You'll have to wait unreasonably long to receive your orders, to get water refills, and finally to get your check. I generally avoid this place, but it's admittedly very cute.
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Shay L.
This is a great place to meet with friends for Deseret, dinner or just coffee! It's very intimate, which makes great for a date! Their menu is like a book, so many drinks to choose from. Everything I've had is great! I love the selection of cakes and desserts! German chocolate, the all chocolate cake and the cheesecakes are amazing! Hands down its one of my favorite places to go!
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IntlFoodie A.
Just left from another fantastic afternoon at Cafe Intermezzo. It is one of my favourite spots to enjoy a good conversation with music, media and fashion bloggers. Looks like the menu has recently changed...like in the past month because I go there for a lot of meetings. The lovely person that attended to us was named Gary or Greg? Sorry, I should have remembered. He was very nice! Very patient and professional yet super friendly! That's always a plus. The staff at this location has changed for the better. I've really enjoyed my past 8 visits. Today I got an item that I have not ordered there before in the 3 years that I've been frequenting CI. I had a crepe... an egg, gouda+cheddar crepe and it was so darn good I'm eager to go back and have another. Better than my mother's and that's saying a lot! My new friend had an egg and cheese omelette with toast and raspberry jam (we like breakfast items at night). We of course couldn't leave without their famous desserts - I re-tried the turtle cheesecake and she had the heavenly lemon cake. Our meals were pretty big so we got to-go boxes. We sat on the patio - which is rare for me in the Georgia heat but the breeze was going and it had just rained... perfect setting. I had a blast. Hope to go again soon!
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Myke T.
Definitely not better than the one in Peachtree Street! Food and desserts were just "okay." A shame for the price... Tsk tsk
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Ari R.
The only thing I remember having off the menu was the Hibiscus Martini. It was the greatest thing I've ever put in my mouth. I cannot wait to come back for another! The drink menu is extensive, so it was hard to choose just one.
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Julie I.
Never had horrible service here ever until a friend & I got sat down with this server. First off, I can say he will assume he knows what you like And order it for you without your consent. He ordered a drink for my friend and she did not like it & after I told him about it he just ignored us the rest of the night. I am a server I know how things run in the restaurant industry. If a customer complains about something you do your best to fix it. If not then apologize rather than act arrogant and ignore us . Was it because we looked young? It should never be about that. If I stack up the plates for you to take to the back so you don't have to worry about cleaning up shouldn't that mean I'm finished with my food & were ready for the check? He walked past us about 10 times EVEN LOOKED at us and did not say word. I wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt thinking he's busy but his section looked pretty clear to me. By far the worst service. Oh, & his name is Webb. If anything Mike has served us previously plenty of times and has always been fantastic, nonjudgmental & very diplomatic.
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Hiba W.
its a great place.. the ambience is really beautiful. i ordered cheesecake and coffee! was delicious.. will definitley go back to try more of their main items i like they way they have done their interior designing.. its eye catching highly recommended if you are looking for a nice formal place to go
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Michael W.
I have visited this place for almost 20 years. I do not come here a lot as the crowds are ridiculous and the parking at Park Place is tough. Decided to go last night which will be my last time unfortunately. After waiting and being seated the waitress came over and took our drink order. We were just having dessert so to do this you walk up to the dessert cases and they give you a tour. There has to be a better process as this area is very crowded, and people are all over each other. So the dessert person explains the first case and does great. We make our way down to the second case to a different person who does not know a lot about the desserts, really acts like he does not care and his only function from what I can tell is to explain desserts in this assigned case. So I pick a dessert go back to my table and guess what happened. They had seated someone else at our table. Okay keep in mind we already ordered drinks. We explain to the people sitting at our table and they do not get up. So the hostess comes over and moves them. Our waitress comes by and gets our dessert order. Okay it gets better. We ordered 2 coffee drinks that when delivered were cold. No these were not cold coffee drinks. Then after all this the waitress comes to our table and tells me that the dessert that I ordered after it was explained in detail what it was now was no longer available. The only reason that I gave this place two stars is the coconut cream pie I ordered as backup was amazing.
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S. R.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of my favorite go-to spots for late night dessert. I always order the same thing: Strawberry tea with the berry tart. The service at this location is really good and the atmosphere is the same as the one in midtown. Parking is fairly easy most nights but sometimes there is a long wait. All in all, a great place.
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Morena K.
The coffee and beverage selections are endless.. And delicious. The cake picking process is a pain to go through when they're busy; the cake bar server made me feel like I was inconveniencing him by asking him the flavors.. Sorry that they're not labeled and this is your job. The cakes are all very delicious, however, none were really "european". They were generic lemon, vanilla, chocolate, etc. The service was slow, but I felt bad for the waiter because he was working a section of 10+ alone on a Saturday evening. Meanwhile there were 4 girls doing "hostessing". Overall, this place needs better management.. I would recommend the Perimeter location instead. It's much less chaotic.
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Nonie N.
I haven't eaten lunch or dinner items here so I cannot comment on that, but I've had numerous cakes and coffees and they have all been truly amazing. My favorite drink is a non coffee, called Hot chocolate berlin. It is so good I could that I would describe it as heaven in my mouth. If starbucks had coffee even half as good as this place I would probably be broke buying it every day. The cake slices are decadent and definitely full of flavor and density. This is not the place for people who are afraid of sugar and indulgence!
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Food L.
Always a great choice. I've honestly never had a bad experience here. The hostess, Bree, went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of. Fantastic.
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Nicole M.
While pricey,the drinks and desserts are definitely worth it. You could probably go there every day of the year without repeating the beverages. The atmosphere is a nice, bustling one, with enough privacy for a conversation, and the dim lighting mellowing you out. Yes, it can take a while for you to get seated if it's a busy night, but that's anywhere. The service is variable- it depends on who is your server. I went twice, and once my waiter was this older gentleman who was rude, ill-mannered and we had to literally grab him by the sleeve to get straws, order, and later to get our check. However, I also went on NYE and Lorraine was absolutely fantastic- she was cheerful, professional and speedy, even though the place was packed. All in all, 4 stars :)
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Samantha J.
I am sitting in the cafe now. I would love to say my food and coffee are wonderful but my food is now cold and so is my coffee. Why? Because the waitress, after asking twice, has yet to bring silverware. Very disappointed in this service! I used to enjoy this spot but tonight was highly disappointing. I am not sure I will come back. I will say that my cold crepe was ok. My friend's cheesecake was wonderful. The service killed the pleasure of visiting here tonight. I do want to check out the new midtown location!
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Maggie J.
I absolutely love this place. After frequenting the Buckhead location for years and always putting up with bad service and paying for parking, this location is incredible! Excellent service, free parking and delicious food!
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Slim M.
Gooey, cheesy, spinachey goodness. Yes, I know. "Spinachey" is not a word. People, I am referring to the spinach cheese dip. It's only an appetizer, but it is perfection on bread or crackers. It was thick, cheesy, full of flavor and perfect. I saw the spinach in the dip, I tasted it, too- but I couldn't pay it much attention. I'm all about the cheese, y'all. A + for the dip with bread/crackers. Highly recommended!!!! Our waiter was very friendly, yet not the most prompt. I could tell that he was trying to keep up with everything, so we didn't give him a hard time. I ordered the French toast with strawberries & powdered sugar on top, and I was not let down. To start off, I don't even know how many slices I had, but it was a lot. And to be honest, I was halfway full after the spinach dip and bread... wow. Now that I think about it, I had a lot of bread that morning. Eek. The French toast was very good. It was hot, kind of crispy on the outside, and just yummy all around. I didn't even use syrup for most of it. The powdered sugar and cinnamon was enough. I tried the exotic grape wine tea. It was really tasty, especially after adding a couple sugar cubes to it. By the way, that exotic tea/beverage menu was lengthy! It made it quite difficult to choose which one to order, but that just makes me want to come back and try a different one. It was a moderate crowd around 2 P.M. The noise level picked up a little bit. The ambiance is very nice. I love the way the place looks. The bugs flying around due to the doors being open? Totally didn't match the rest of the scene. Close those doors, y'all. We chose to sit INside for a reason. Other than that, wonderful experience. The food was great, the surroundings were nice, the service was fair- a bit slow, but not horrific. It's a good place to sit down and grab a bite. Would definitely come back and I highly recommend them.
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Mikaela Z.
Was expecting the clouds to part and angels to come down and dance in my mouth as I ate dessert based on the reviews here. Wasn't super impressed, but maybe my expectations were too high. Husband and I got the Bailey's cheescake. Tasted like plain cheesecake to me. With chocolate on top. That was disappointing. And at almost $9 for a single (not very big) slice, I was expecting to at least think it was great, if not excellent. It was even a little melty, which was weird because it really wasn't hot out when we went, we sat inside, and the cheesecake was in a cooler before. The ambiance is very nice. I think I'd like to be taken here on a first date for drinks and dessert if I was single. But for the most part I'd rather head to Cheesecake Factory for some seriously awesome cheesecake. Unless they show up on ScoutMob again, we probably won't be back.
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Cristina S.
I've been here twice and both time the desserts and food were just okay. I do think its a nice little intimate spot for dates. It would be good for after dinner coffee or a drinks, but I wouldn't eat anything. The service was average (nothing too bad and nothing over average).
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Alicia M.
This place totally pulls at my heart strings! I came here for a meetup with Girls Night Out Atlanta and for 25 bucks we had a wine tasting with 6 drink tickets for 2 oz glasses of wine. There was light bites they are absolutely delicious! The restaurant is gorgeous and is perfect for a date night, girls night, or night out solo :-)
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Lisa Y.
Came by tonight, and it was only my second time here. VERY DIM! IF that's a problem for people. The nutella-strawberry crepe was delicious. The fruit platter was.. alright, but did not find it worth $11. Cute place for a date night, or just a place to go to chill and catch up and talk. It was pretty hot in there though which was not what I enjoy, especially since it was HOT and HUMID outside. The sweet tea and water was not fully iced, and the fruit platter was also not as cold as I would of liked it. But overall, it's a cool spot.
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Kashif K.
Why do restaurants discontinue the menu items I love? Before anybody tells me, yes, I know I am not their only customer and the world does not revolve around me. That explanation, valid as it is, does not make it any less heartbreaking for me (as much of a narcissist as that makes me). Cafe Intermezzo used to serve some scrumptious crab cake benedict for breakfast, and the crab cakes had a kick lent to them by diced jalapenos. What's not to love about that? Well, their other menu items, such as the turkey burger (with a wasabi mayo on a poppy seed bun) and black bean burger (with chipotle mayo) are very tasty too. But you really go to Intermezzo for dessert, and I've tried almost all of their 200+ desserts. The Bosco is still may favorite!
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Michaael S.
Atmosphere is good. the coffee came luke warm and when they heated it, it was too hot. The cakes and coffee took about 20 minutes on a Tuesday evening. The host wasn't nice and made us feel unwelcome.
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Sandi H.
Being a late night person, I have enjoyed going to cafe intermezzo for many years for desert. Which I began long before they offered regular"food" Recently, I went with a group of friends after an event and we were all very hungry, I explained that while the deserts were good, that I had never had anything thing good from the "food" menu. So, we thought we would have breakfast ( really how can you mess that up?!) we all order Eggs Benedict, I knew we were in trouble when our server returned and ask us how we wanted our eggs cooked. But being ever the optimist I thought ok, it's just an English muffin, ham, poached egg & hollandaise sauce (that you can buy it in a jar if you can't mix egg yolks, lemon & butter together). Surely easy enough for the most basic of cooks. Was I ever WRONG,about 45 mins later, it was god awful! The Hollandaise was a green slimy goo, that had food poison written all over it, the eggs were hard boiled, the ham & english muffin were cold. We all sent it back and ask for a manager. Some very young woman came to the table and rudely said "Like that's how we make it & we took it back so what's the big deal?" We order desserts because we were starving, I adore the Bosco a Swedish desert & other than the ever shrinking portion size it's a 5 star delight. My friends all enjoyed their desert too. However when the bill came we were charged for 1 of the Eggs Benedict 's when we ask them to remove it we were told that 1 member in our party had eaten 1/2 of 1 of her English muffins and did we expect to eat for free? (Remember we came in Hungry) How appalling! In most restaurants our entire ticket would have been comped over the horrible food, (for example, I got take out at the Cheesecake Factory & they forgot my salad dressing, they sent me a gift card & when I came in to use it comped my desert) but at the Cafe Intermezzo we were charged for a whole meal because a few bite were taken out of the English muffin?! Needless to say Cafe Intermezzo management, in the internet age, reviews can make or break your business and the only reason I gave you two stars is because of the Bosco. I urge everyone to just stick to the deserts here, as I said in the beginning of my review, I have Never had a single edible "meal" here & I have tried several. Soggy crepes, a stick in a mushroom dish, 4 shrimp on the large quesadilla... Stay with the expensive deserts and over priced drinks if you eat here! But, Beware of the food!
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Farrah B.
The biggest point for me on this place is the atmosphere; I absolutely love it! This location in particular is my favorite because parking is miles easier than the Midtown location, although I've honestly never been to the one by the airport. It has a semi-formal feel, but even if you're not all fancied up you don't feel out of place. It is a European cafe kind of deal, and their drink menu is HUGE. Overwhelming for someone as indecisive as myself, but it's really a good kind of problem to have so many options you don't know where to start, am I right? They have a great menu, as well. Over the past few years, I've gotten their hummus platter, black bean burger, and the almond avocado salad. Each one was fantastic, my favorite being the almond avocado salad (love the dressing! I also added diced beets to mine). One of my servers the last time I went was awesome, so it just made the experience that much better (thanks, Jason!).
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Ambience : Intimate Noise Level : Average Music : Background Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : No Best Nights : Fri, Sat, Sun Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Good for Working : No
Sasha K.
One of my regular fav places.
(4)Catherine P.
I usually frequent the CI on Peachtree, but this location is pretty cool. They took over what used to be a White House, Black Market clothing store next door, so now have lots more seating. I'm just not a fan of sitting on the patio in the winter even if it's surrounded by plastic and has sporadic space heaters...too cold!! So I am glad for the indoor space. They have some of the best hot chocolates anywhere and the ciocoloccinos (regular or white chocolate) and really tasty. They also have great desserts...check out the case up front. Service is always pretty slow, but just relax and chill out and it's all good. Visit Count: 5
(3)Jane N.
Something about my group of friends and Cafe Intermezzo, but we've ended up here and at the Peachtree St. location several times. And time after time, we declare Intermezzo as a bad place to take groups larger than 6 people. So my advice to you is just...don't...don't go here for those big groups. The worst experience was one night here, a group of about ten of us wined and dined. As the night went on, the group became smaller, as each person who left, they paid for their portion of their order. Until the end, there was 4 of us, left with $30 of the check! We were all very confident that everyone paid their portion and left a tip, enough to cover everything because we kept going over and over who owes what, however, the waiter mustve charged us several extra items or did not subtract earlier charges from the total check. I've said once before (for the Peachtree St. Intermezzo) that their efforts at splitting checks is lacking and terrible. We've called the manager over, hoping to settle the situation but she didnt do much but ask us to pay the full remainder, even after we've told her how unreasonable and unfair they are treating the situation. Anyways, to save yourself the trouble, stick to a small group and don't confuse the waiters there with too much math to do in regards to splitting checks. You'll just cause more trouble for yourself and your group...
(2)B W.
I've always been a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo at Brookwood, but I went to the Park Place location near the end of a date this week and really liked it. The drink menu is massive, but I highly recommend the Cafe' Intermezzo with almonds. See the picture of the berry cake? ORDER IT!!! Other reviewers are correct about the slow paced service, but frankly I like the fact that the servers don't hover and you feel comfortable having a long conversation without feeling rushed. I look forward to coming back to this location again.
(4)Julia S.
Came here with two friends-- each of us had a halfoff depot coupon where you could get $10 worth of food. Service was ok and the food came out pretty slow, as expected. Our server kept stopping by every 10 minutes asking if everything was okay but didn't actually do anything. Annoying. At the end of our meal, the server dropped off the check and walked off without saying a word-- not surprising. So we (sort of) let that one go. But after the three of us asked for split checks, he said he wasn't able to let us use the halfoffdepot coupon for each of us. Later the manager came out saying that we had two options: all the food on one bill using one coupon, or split checks and only one person using the coupon. Apparently this is a new policy because my friends have used their own coupons on split checks before. Their reasoning is ridiculous because if we had all come here individually, using the coupons wouldn't have been a problem. Did they want us to sit by ourselves at three different tables in order to use it? Come on. Terrible. I only gave them one star because their nutella & strawberry crepes were good that day.
(1)Hien P.
I hate this place. You can't see a damn thing at night oh and yeah it is WAY overpriced!
(1)C D.
It's a shame that the great cakes, coffee and wonderful atmosphere are consistently overshadowed by the lack of service, snobby and arrogant attitude of their staff. It's been at least a year since I've been back, so perhaps things have improved there.
(2)Shaun S.
Progresso makes a better Chicken Alfredo then Intermezzo. I went with my partner to the Cafe Intermezzo on Ashford Dunwoody in the Perimeter this evening. Given the fact that the parking lot was full and twisted taco had a line while Intermezzo had only a handful of guests seated in the restaurant this should have been a sign. I ordered the Petit Antipasto and the Chicken Linguini. The antipasto came with the meal and the Alfredo let much to be desired. The chicken was overcooked, dry, and lacked seasoning. The pasta was so over cooked you could not twirl it on your fork it fell apart. The Alfredo sauce had no flavoring what so ever not even a hint of butter, pepper it was bland as can be. Not to mention the parma they sprinkled on top of it had the texture of leather and added only to the lack of taste of the entire meal. I ordered a second glass of the house chardonnay and never received it. If I am going to wait 30 minutes for an appetizer and entree I would hope that at the very least I would be offered some fresh ground pepper especially considering the price tag. I can say for sure that this is the first and last time I will ever go to Cafe Intermezzo. I hear they just opened one at Terminal B at the airport, given the opportunity I am going to opt for Panda Express or a Nathans hotdog and save the 15 dollars for a cold beer or a good glass of wine. Don't waste your time or your money.
(1)Jay P.
Meh? Not sure what the word really means but I have experienced better. Was looking to go to Eclipse Di Luna but the wait was 2 hours so we chose Intermezzo. The place itself is really cool and it has that romantic feel to it. The service is always bad though. I have been at all hours and it seems to take forever to get a drink no matter how busy they are. The cute waitress always gave me this little smile as she strolled by 50 times without my drink. Finally, I had to forget the fact that she was pretty good looking and complain. 5 minutes later, I finally got the drink. I had the crab cakes which were good other that the fact that they didn't have any crab in them. Next time, I will be sure to order the bread crumb cake or the "filler" cake. To end on a positive note, this is a good date spot, romantic, sexy desserts...kinda puts me in the mood but don't expect great service or good crab cakes.
(2)Dan D.
I've been to European coffee houses and bistro's before and this place has a lot of work to do if it's going to try and claim to be either. Good selection of coffee's and pastry, excellent soups, but could be better with the sandwich's. There are better places than this but it's not bad for lunch or a lite dinner.
(3)Deb K.
Absolutely THE best place in Atlanta! (FYI: the Dunwoody locaton is much better, cleaner, and friendlier than the Buckhead Intermezzo, by the way.) But yeah. I am absolutely in love with Europe and everything European, so it's nice to find a freakin' place in Atlanta that makes me feel like I'm in Europe. The atmosphere is relaxing and sexy, and Cafe Intermezzo is the ultimate perfect date spot. It's also a great place to go with just friends. The staff there is the friendliest you will ever meet! I have been going there for the past two years, and I HAVE to go at least once a week! It's primarily a dessert place, but they have food there, too. It's pretty good as well. Everything there is a little pricey though, I'll give you that.. but pretty much everything there is well worth the price! A slice of cake is $8, but it's soooo worth it! Also, if you're not in a cake mood, you can look at their large variety of delicious teas, coffees, wines, and other drinks. There is a full bar (thank god), and I have never gotten a bad drink there. I fell in love with this place the first time I went, and it's luster hasn't worn down at all. If anything, I love this place more and more every time I go! I recommend it to EVERYONE! There is always a ton of people so people watching or meeting new people is always fun to do there, too. The funnest nights to go are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. People start coming in at around 7pm or so, but I wouldn't recommend going until at LEAST 9pm.. I hope this helps!
(5)Laura P.
Although this Cafe/bar is usually somewhat crowded due to its popularity and the distinct variety of its menu offerings (see my review of the other locaiton if you like), it has a much more laid back atmosphere than most night-life around, especially your more standard bar atmosphere. Of the two locations, this is the less crowded, and you can actually find seating pretty quickly here. They don't really play any music worth speaking of--if you want that, Apre Diem usually has some sort of DJ, but their menu offers less selection.
(4)Rebecca W.
Went there on a weekday noon - the place was empty with only 1-2 patio table and 2 indoors tables occupied, which is good if you want a leisurely, relaxing meal. According to the waiter, they're busy from evening on (after dinner hours) and especially busy on Sunday afternoon after church. I ordered Chicken Waldorf sandwich (lunch special which is half sandwich, a salad, and some fruit on the side) plus a cafe bianca, both are ok but nothing spectacular. The vinaigrette dressing for my salad has an odd jam/gelatin texture even though it tastes alright. Somehow I feel the coffee has a diluted taste and its frangrance relies on the almond oil. I need to go back to try more coffees to be able to rate their beverages. My friend and I had gingerbread layered cake for dessert - tasted moist, solid and not too heavy. Overall this place is more for the ambiance, the decor (love their restroom) and the showy beverage brochure-menu.
(3)Lori T.
nice place for a romantic rondevous, late night meet up or a drink (as the drink menu is vast - from hard liquor to wines). the dessert case is full with no signs - so you'll need assistance from one of the staff standing near it with a great memory (they are trained to know what everything is). the food is subpar but the atmosphere makes up for it. i was there the other night and they opened up the patio and it had a nice touch. the wait staff takes their time (so be ready to order right away or see the menu ahead of time), even on a slow night. you can't not find something to eat and the nutella crepes are delicious! the caeser salad i ate last night wasn't anything special - they are better at somewhere like Panera. i'd recommend it if you never tried it or want somewhere with a fun atmosphere - esp. on a Friday night (this place is hopping!) or late night. a night out with the girls for drinks - that is another ideal reason.
(4)Erin C.
Cafe Intermezzo would be a great hangout... Would be. Their selection of drinks and desserts are great and all, but it is just too. damn. loud. Sure, it's a "trendy" type place to be. But don't take your date there, because you won't be able to hear unless you're shouting. If you're going in a group of more than 4 people, seating can get a tad bit uncomfortable, depending on where they seat you. Most of the tables that are available are tiny round-top tables that should seat two at the most. Often times, they'll cram three people around the dinky little table and you'll be knockin' elbows with each other.
(2)A + P.
We went to Cafe Intermezzo for take-out dessert after having dinner at Twisted Taco. The dessert was very good--can't go wrong with a nice treat from Cafe Intermezzo--but the service was a little off-putting. 1) Asking the hostess what some of the desserts were, we were told that one was a tiramisu. Another one looked like a tiramisu also, what was that one? That is the traditional tiramisu. Then what was the first one? It was Cafe Intermezzo's version of tiramisu, more cake-like, while the latter was the spongy ladyfingers version. Well, if we ask for information, please give us information. 2) The time it took to get and pay for a take-out dessert was several minutes longer than it should've been, since we were sent around to the bar to take care of it, where the bartender was pretty busy, instead of having it taken care of right at the dessert case. And it was a bit pricey--one slice of cake came to $8.40 (with tax).
(3)Mark H.
Oh me oh my what a great Bloody Mary. The food is always perfectly prepared. Had the Duck Crepe this time and it was a great change up from a traditional breakfast. Very intimate and always has the best assortment of coffee and teas.
(5)Shawn K.
Drinks menu is their money shot. Great for a sweet dessert cake. Unique ambiance with classical music playing, foreign gibberish over the speakers in the bathroom. Service is prompt and helpful from the front door. Here during the day with a young and/or new staff. All things considered, a nice distraction from the normal cafe/bakery.
(4)Ifeoma W.
Love, Love Cafe Intermezzo. Love the late hours. The desserts are to die for. I enjoy the ambiance as well.
(5)Shanequa Y.
Great service, we held a bridal shower here this weekend. The entire team was accommodating and helped us to make it a special event for the bride-to-be! The food and drinks were excellent and although the menu was preset, they accommodated my vegan diet. The decor was beautiful as they closed part of the patio so we could have the indoor/outdoor feel. I would definitely recommend them for a private party or big group lunch/dinner. Thank you for your great service and friendly staff.
(5)Kevin H.
been to the midtown location but since moving here, decided to give this location a try since it was closer. the pastry ordering system is unbelievably inefficient and after waiting a long time for baked goods that they really needed to just slice and serve, the server finally brought one of 3 items ordered, went back and forth for a while and told us that they ran out of the cake and pie we ordered. the manager came over and the server explained what happened to her, she went inside, and the desserts they supposedly ran out of magically appeared. one of the two missing desserts didn't look like the one we ordered, but ultimately accepted it. the rating is 2 stars instead of 1 because the desserts were good, but the system they have in place for getting orders out for ALREADY BAKED goods is unacceptable.
(2)Nida K.
I really enjoyed this place. I had the spinach dip and my friend had the cheese platter. The server was kind enough to bring us more crackers when we ran out at no additional cost. The mint tea was very minty and hot. I loved that we each got our own little kettle with tea in it. The prices were a bit steep but I guess they want a certain kind of clientele to be there. So understandably so. The spinach dip was very good and not as cheesy as most spinach dips I've had in the past. And the cheese platter was great. I will return here if I'm in the area.
(4)Tran N.
I think cafe intermezzo will be my last dessert option because of a few reasons : its a distance from where I live, I only crave for these cakes sometimes, and they are too sweet for me to love it so much. I like this place for the ambiance and how I can just have a nice talk over dessert. Their menu for drinks is massive as ever. The cakes in the display always looks great, and the food menu is pretty big as well. Ive been here more than enough times, but mainly just to grab dessert. The last time was my first tim ever getting an actual meal which were the eggs benedict. I love it when places serve breakfast all day. My friend got the smoked salmon pasta, which was realllyyy good and my next pick when I ever do come back for dinner. Service here is a hit or miss sometimes because it can either take awhile for them to take care of you, or they can either be efficient with it. I love the atmosphere here, especially on the nice summer nights when I can sit outside and enjoy the breeze and my dessert. The cakes I have tried are the : nutella cheesecake, cappuccino cheesecake, tiramisu, red velvet, and a dulce de leche cake. All were really good, but the best that I will remember is the nutella cheesecake. The name of it speak for itself on how good it is. Prices are reasonable if you don't make it an everyday habit of course.
(4)Suzy L.
I'm glad I finally got to give this place a try. The interior and atmosphere was amazing and I loved the dessert display and the overall ambience of the café. I think I got stuck with the wrong server. I only give one stars to places I don't ever plan on going to again. It was my first time coming here so I didn't know what to order. Service was bad, latte was watery. I was served a huge size (I'm guessing 20 oz?) and I barely finished half of it. I wasn't asked what size, but if I was, I wouldn't choose to pay over seven dollars for a latte I can't even finish half of. I was going to order food too but the menu was taken out of my hand and the server left before I could say anything. The server didn't check on me at all. When I asked for the check, my drink was taken away even though there was a good amount left without even asking me if I was done. As a server myself, I can understand if you don't present every single customer with the best service, but this was just too much for me. If you've never been here, give it a try and see what will happen. I just left this place feeling worse than I came in, and that's something you don't really want to happen to your customers.
(1)Mithun S.
Have been there tonight for the second time and the service was not very good again and apparently rude. The coffee was served cold though it was not a cold coffee. We were in the middle of the coffee and we were given the bill without asking. Were we asked to leave for no reason? Though they have variety of things to be served, service could have been better.
(2)DeMarcus C.
Good food, great drinks and even better cake. The server had a friendly attitude. The key lime cheesecake was second ti none.
(4)David M.
The drink selection is beyond impressive. I had the Dark Angel and absolutely loved it. The desserts are great as well.
(4)Carolina M.
After many years, this place is still one of my favorite places to go for coffee and dessert whether it's with a group of friends or post-dinner dessert date. Sometimes it does get crowded but what I like is that they're open late. Definitely a plus when you still want to hang out with your friends. Admittedly, cups of coffee are a bit pricey and the drink menu is astonishingly long. I'd like to stay there and try every single coffee/espresso they've got, but I might end up awake for weeks. On a Saturday night, after witnessing the not-so-heavenly bodies at the Clermont Lounge, I ordered a Toasted Almond Mocha. The aroma was heavy and everyone commented that they could smell my drink once placed in front of me. This was definitely a mocha as I found so much chocolate at the bottom even after I stirred frequently. I just wasn't feeling it for dessert since my coffee was sweet enough. Otherwise, I definitely recommend getting at least a dessert at this place. What's great about this place is that despite how late it gets, you can still order foods like soup or crostini if you want something savory besides the sweets in their display case. People definitely come here for the atmosphere. It's romantic with the candlelights and dark space, but it can also get loud on the patio. You'll find a mix of groups or couples there in the evenings.
(4)Kim N.
Either the coffee quality has gotten so bad here or I just happened to come on an off night... a very off night. The coffee tasted so watered down and so bland. I've always ordered the Spanish Mocha and it's never tasted this horrible before. The desserts were good still. We ordered Nutella eclair-like cake, mango passion fruit mousse cake, and Boston cream cheese cake. Service was very slow as usual with an addition of a rude server this time. He never came to check up on us so we kept on having to look for him every time we needed something. When he finally gave us out bill, he just slapped it on the table and walked away. This used to be a good place to meet up with friends after dinner for desserts and coffee but lately it hasn't been so great unfortunately.
(2)Paulette P.
Cheese platter and wine is divine! The coffee menu is amazing...so many to choose from.
(4)Shruti K.
Delicious Deserts! A perfect place for a late night coffee and desert. On a beautiful day you can sit outside and enjoy the weather. Amongst other things the crostini was delicious. But what i will always remember them for is their strawberry cake. It's the BEST. So delicious and flavorful. Highly recommend it!
(4)Tristan A.
1. Its about .2 miles from my house 2. Cake? Yes please! This place was live the other day...I was walking by and had to stop in. I love the ambiance. Makes you feel very mellow while you have your delicious coffee drink with a side of cake. Sat outside...sipped on my coffee....I never even do this kinda sh** but it just felt right! Yup...just decided...I'm going back tomorrow. Oh..plus the speaker system in the bathroom with the German lessons? Nice touch Intermezzo...very nice. Me limey.
(4)Angela H.
Cafe Intermezzo is the first cafe of it's kind I had ever been to. It's dark, cozy, and romantic. This location was the first one I went to - the very first time I visited Georgia during winter of 2004 - and it's my personal favorite as it holds sentimental value. Anyway, there isn't much to add to the other reviews posted here. Yes, their service isn't always good and they serve you super duper overpriced drinks, desserts, and food. But it's a great place to chill late at night when everything else (besides bars and clubs) is closed. They're open 'til 1 am Sunday through Thursday and 2 am on Friday and Saturday. And I love that they have a FREE parking lot (I hate the paid parking thing at their Buckhead/Brookwood location). I haven't tried their food, but my favorite drink - which I always order - is the Cafe Johannes. It's basically a tall glass of coffee topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. Pretty pricey at $6.65, but I love it. Again, sentimental value. =) Their mango sorbet is also delicious! It's served in an actual mango skin/shell with some whipped cream on the side. A friend of mine introduced me to it and I love it! What I don't love is the price - $7.25. Ouch. My sister, Yoomee H., decided to be adventurous and tried their Coppa Cafe Gelato (also $7.25). I had a bite of it and thought it was good! Although it's expensive, you're allowed to keep the cute little glass that it comes in, which is pretty neat. Overall, this Cafe Intermezzo gets 4 stars - minus 1 because it is so expensive and their service is usually suuuuper slow! Luckily, Half Off Depot has been offering "$5 for $10 worth of food/drinks" deals, so I've been buying them every now and then.
(4)Darlene J.
Love a place where you can have breakfast and not be inundated with the presence of children!!
(4)Laura M.
The burger was on par with Five Guys. The desserts weren't as good as Cheesecake Factory. The drinks were fine. Given the comparisons here are to unimpressive restaurants, I'd save your money and go elsewhere.
(2)Gen L.
I most recently went there on New Year's Eve. Our waitress was really friendly and gave us attentive service. My drink really packed a punch, so the bartender who mixed it did a great job. The dessert was delicious. But, I wish that they had the desserts labeled in the case. The guy who was standing next to the case, who was tasked with taking dessert orders, was completely unhelpful. It was like pulling teeth finding out what the desserts were. My friend and I felt like were getting on his nerves by asking him questions- we only asked him about 3 desserts. We would have rather appreciated labels and a dessert menu.
(4)Albert S.
Been going here for years. The items are fairly priced and coffee items are good. The cakes are also very good. Only complaint I have is service. Sometimes the servers lol like they are overworked. They seem to always mess up our check and get items wrong on the receipt.
(4)Sergey L.
Dessert and coffee didnt disappoint as usual however we ordered a crepe with duck and goat cheese which was beyond awful. What was that? Im still in the state of shock trying to recover my taste buds. Either fix the concoction to make it more palatable or take it off the menu and I will come back and revise my rating.
(3)Clemmie M.
I had some reading to catch up on so I picked this place to spend some time. Dozens of desserts. You have to walk to the display case and pick from what you see. They are never on a menu. It's hard to pick just one. The menu has a number of light and great choices, my favorite being a salad with grilled chicken. Now for the best and main reason to go (you could eat elsewhere and be just fine) the drinks. I had a couple different coffee drinks and jasmine tea during this visit and all were great. Starbucks has nothing on them. It will take you 15 minutes to get through the list and decide what to drink. The atmosphere is excellent but like many have said, service is just average. I wasn't in a hurry so I didn't mind the speed and I will be back. As long as you are going to chat, relax, drink coffee or bar drinks and are not in a hurry, you will love this place.
(4)Annie L.
VERY romantic at night. All the tables were adorned with candles, so it gave a very intimate vibe. The food was alright to me. It wasn't mindblowing or anything that I would seek out of my way to get again. The desserts however are delish. From the moment you walk in, there are plenty of pastries on display that you can choose from. Other than that, going for dinner I'll probably choose elsewhere. But if I wanted maybe a couple of drinks and some dessert, I'd definitely venture here.
(3)Catrina W.
The ambiance was great! BUT, I don't appreciate having to get up to get my cake from the display. Why isn't it on the menu?That was weird. AND it was dry.
(3)Lesa A.
The worst daytime management (Manager's name is James) and service ever!!!! I've been a customer for 10+ years at this location but the quality of services has drastically gone down over the past 2+ years. After my experience at breakfast there yesterday, I'll never go back!!!
(1)Angie K.
I haven't tried the food, and I was just there for drinks. The place was packed for a weekday night, so I can't even imagine what it would be like on a weekend. (+): Atmosphere Drink selection (probably largest that I have ever seen anywhere) Pastries Outdoor seating with heat lamps (-): HORRIBLE service
(3)Kevin R.
The food was a bit above the average chain restaurant, but the big disappointment was the Caffee Latte. Regular coffee with cold whipped cream on top and cinnamon sprinkled on top. They call themselves a coffee place? They wouldn't know a latte if it sat on their face! I complained and the server went to the (using the word Loosely here) Batista, and he said that's the way it is made. BS! Someone needs to do more than a drive and look in the window by at Starbucks to know how to make a Latte or Cappuccino. Hint McD's doesn't know either! Steamed Milk and Espresso and you need an espresso machine, not a Mr Coffee piece of crap!
(1)Duc L.
This was literally the best place for first dates and fun hang outs a year or two back. It's either my tastes has changed or the clientele is changing not for my liking. The place focuses around the idea of a european coffee shop consisting of mainly coffee and dessert (cakes and pies) although they do serve teas, alcoholic drinks, and regular food. I've never personally had their food considering this place is more of a dessert/wide down spot so I'm more of the dessert and coffee person. Tables are relatively small, mainly 2-4 persons but if you have a larger group, they can accommodate by pushing tablets together but it might not be in the best locations in terms of traffic flow and lighting. What I do recommend is the berry-berry tea (I love tea), tiramisu, or cafe johannes. Many items on the menu are reasonably priced, but do be prepared to spend a little extra if getting anything a bit out of the ordinary. While cake slices are a good portion, it is pricey. Just an FYI if you're first trying this place out and you're on a budget. What I don't like about it anymore is the service is pretty slow, maybe it's the people in the back or maybe they just want me to leave that much quicker. Whatever the reason may be, it takes a good while between getting your drink and being able to get their attention again to order a second drink or even a refill of water. The environment is so loud now, it seems like everyone has just forgotten to speak in a relatively normal voice and has resorted to shouting. It used to be a place where you could sit down and have a good conversation between two people but now it's so loud that you're resorted to just speaking very loudly which I think destroy's the mood whether it be a hang out or first date. I think this place is getting very popular which is why more different clientele is coming in, but I tend to skip this place now for quality drinks and hang outs but rather a last minute idea or a place just to be seen.
(2)Phong T.
I've been a fan of this place since the day I found it years back. It never seem to disappoint me when I visit. Coffee & Teas: Wide-selection and tasty coffee. I've tried more of the milk/shlag based coffee and they're amazingly good. Try Cubano Latte or the Cocciccino Bianco (spelling may be off-excuse me). My taste has gotten heavier though and off the sugar. I recently visited and got the Cafe Beethoven. I don't know if they made it wrong, but it was overly sweetened with the honey. I sent it back to ask for more coffee to balance it out, but it was still too sweet. Maybe my taste buds, but they re-made a new one less sweetened and it tasted perfect. But I wouldn't recommend that drink in particular. Desserts: Love their cheesecake. Tira Misu all the way! I've also tried their Red Velvet, which is pretty tasty. Food: I've never tried it here, but I see this place more of a coffee and dessert spot so I'll maybe try it one day.
(4)Saira K.
The perfect example of 'not really a European cafe but trying awfully hard.' You are offered a 50 page long Beverage book (menu). I had the frutti de bosca "fruit of the forest' expecting a tart, but it was a cake lacking flavor. Very blah. I was expecting something closer to the frutti di bosca tart I've had in Europe - made with lemon juice, vanilla, egg yolks, or often a lemon custard base. Disappointing. It was confusing what the general theme was - Italian, French, Austrian - nah..just a hodge-podge. I am giving 3 stars because it is huge, has lots of parking spaces, and you can relax and read. Service was inconsistent and aloof.
(3)Jen G.
My boyfriend used to live here and visited another one of their locations (maybe the original one?) so we stopped by on his recommendation. The place has great ambiance, and people were using it for various purposes ranging from date nights, night out with friends, to even a poker game! We stopped in for dessert and coffee on our way home from a night out while visiting town. We ordered a slice of carrot cake cheesecake and each got a hot coffee. Carrot cake cheesecake is kind of dry in the cakey bits but the cheesecake parts are pretty tasty. Slightly overpriced at $8 per slice. I would honestly try something else next time, there are SOOO many choices! I ordered a pumpkin latte, which had great flavor, but was really sweet. I'm definitely a cream and multiple sugars kind of girl, and it was too sweet for me. They add a really thick cream on the top, which remains even after you finish drinking the coffee beneath. I left that there because I was on sweets overload! My boyfriend got a butterscotch expresso, which was quite a bit larger than mine, but also very sweet. He could barely finish it. The butterscotch flavoring was really good, but a little overwhelming. The cream on his coffee was enough to be a separate treat for someone! I thought about having that boxed up to take home to the kids! Unique location, but I think I'll stick to the desserts or have them bring me my coffee unsweetened and without the fluff next time!
(3)Jai R.
I'm a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. It has the intimate atmosphere that I would imagine a small cafe in Italy to have. Each small table has its own candle to add light to the dim setting. The coffee and desserts are excellent. I have tried their food before and I was very pleased with their panini but I usually visit Intermezzo for their massive dessert and expresso selections. Cafe Intermezzo is excellent for small groups and intimate couples. The sound levels are low and the lighting is romantic. The parking at the Dunwoody Intermezzo is more ideal compared to Cafe Intermezzo in Buckhead. I much prefer the Dunwoody location.
(4)Miguel C.
This was really a nice find. A nice little cafe/restaurant with a theme centered around classical-music composers. Classy but casual. The food was wonderful. We had wine, seafood crepe, brie, seafood crepe, tiramisu, ... and did I mentioned the seafood crepe? :-) It was all really good and not too pricey. Extensive wine list in addition to an array of coffees. Interesting tidbit: We almost didn't go. When we arrived they had an alarm going off which they seemed unable to turn off. Fortunately they fixed it before we walked away.
(4)Dianna B.
None of my trips to Atlanta is ever complete without a trip to this restaurant. It is both intimate and open. Comforting and comfortable with food that is delicious and decadent. My favorite treat is the goat cheese medallions, these are lightly breaded and served in a red pepper sauce that is just to die for. Their coffees & teas are always right on the mark. Though sometimes the service is slow and cumbersome.
(4)Ana H.
I went on a date here and I absolutely loved it! The desserts were amazing and the waiter was simply so polite! I felt welcomed & I will be coming back soon
(4)Luhan C.
I tried this place for the first time since moving. We ended up here because Eclipse was closed and it was right next door. I was on an date and the ambiance was great for that. Our server was nice except his shirt was really dirty and every time he came back to our table I could not get past it. We had the goat cheese as a starter it was not out of this world delicious but it was yummy. I had the smoked salmon pasta and I enjoyed it but left my left overs behind (insert sad face) my date had the grilled salmon with wild rice he offered to let me taste but I felt like a piggy saying yes and since it was a first date I passed. The wine selection is extensive so you are not at a loss for pairings. We finished off our lunch with some coffee which I thought was delicious. I will return.
(3)Stacey P.
Let's be honest, a big reason most people dislike this place is because they hate themselves for behaving like pretentious Euro-trash wannabes. We all know damn good and well sometimes a cup of Folgers and a Little Debbie can't cut the mustard, so we decide to let our high brow flag fly, fight the bullshit traffic and overpay for coffee & cake. Life is grand! I can't decide if my main beef with Cafe Intermezzo is the paying for "ambiance" rather than food & drink or that the ambiance can't mask the fact that the service blows ass. They're open long hours probably because it takes an average of 5 hours to get a cup of coffee and a pastry. I realize this place isn't a Dunkin' Donuts, and you're supposed to utilize your time here like it's your own private piazza, well, in my private piazza, I like to eat, drink and make merry with my kinsmen in less than an hour and half. (I'm probably a jerk and a non-romantic, but I gots things to do!) They do have an extensive selection of coffee and dessert, but it's not worth the hassle of playing demolition derby around that pain in the ass mall and then waiting 11 hours for a cup of joe whilst you sit among the elite euro-trash wannabes. I'd rather get my coffee, my danish, my perfect-o panini and my wi-fi on at Panera Bread, where hat shit runs like clockwork. I'm not saying, I'm just saying.
(2)Cassie P.
I don't understand how they can't have a higher rating!!! The decor reminds you of a cafe you would see in Europe. Very sexy decor and lighting. (The owner is from Europe I believe) The customer service is EXCELLENT! I usually sit at the bar and all of the bartenders have amazing attitudes andd customer service skills. My favorite thing to get is the Chicken Duxelle Crepe in sun-dried tomato batter - a m a z i n g ! They have a huge variety of beverages - every kind of tea, coffee, cocktail, wine and alcohol. The dessert case has just about the same variety as the beverages. The ONLY reason they aren't getting a 5 star rating from me is because the bathrooms always seem to have paper towels all over the floor. Other than that it is a great restaurant for VERY reasonable prices.
(4)Han L.
I like this location better than midtown bc A. plenty of parking 4free. B. more spacious C. more outdoor seating D. across the street from the mall (woot woot, but ok, not that big of a deal) Intermezzo has great desserts; their fruit cakes and tira misu rocks my socks pretty hard. Food wise, it's pricey for what it is. 9 dollars for a panini, for example. It's filling and it's good, but is it really worth 9 dollars?! The turkey burger is good here. The bathroom talks to you. It took me by surprise and it's kind of awkward to be sitting on the potty and hear a man's voice there. Whatevs. I like the decor in the bathroom. I don't remember if it was just for show ( I don't think it was), but in the ladies' room, there's a huge velvet rope to pull to flush the toilet. Service is good. This is one of those places you go to for dates.
(3)Todd H.
My wife and i have been to this location many times, and like many other reviews here, the service it's almost always well below par. I never go in expecting great service. It's one of the only places to get a glass of "absinthe" around here, so i can put up with the arrogant wait staff. On our last visit we sat at the bar for drinks and cheesecake. The bartender insisted on calling everyone "baby". My wife ordered her cocktail with no problem, but when I ordered a glass of Pernod, I was told they didn't have it. I pointed out the bottle which was right behind the bartender, which seemed to be the first of many things to irritate her. After making her excuse, she pours it into a shot glass and slides it across the bar to me as if I were wearing spurs and a large Stetson. I APOLOGIZE and explain the correct way to serve "absinthe" , asking for their copper carafe or copper pot with ice water in it. This was a mistake. She immediately told me i was wrong and that they again "don't have that". She disappears for almost 20 minutes and comes back with two absinthe spoons, slides those across the bar and says "that's all we have". I tried to explain that at both locations I was given this copper pot with ice water. She then got so loud that everyone in the bar area is staring at us. A manager then comes over shoos her away and resolved the issue. After enjoying our drinks, we decided on a slice of cheesecake (which is always amazing). Cafe Intermezzo would be a great destination if only the service was overhauled. Food and drinks are great! Staff on the other hand is awful.
(2)Valarie G.
what a great spot for desserts and coffee! I love their outdoor seating. The service was a little slow but overall I was impressed with the extensive menu and the ambiance
(4)Stephen D.
Went here again last night with a couple of friends for some coffee and cheesecake. Once again the Coffee was great and the Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake is probably on my list of top 3 desserts of all time, but every time I come here I am amazed at how poor the service is. They weren't terribly crowded and our server was consistently nowhere to be found. It shouldn't be difficult to place an order at a restaurant. Our water glasses were empty the almost the entire night, after we got them of course. Our waiter had no sense of urgency and as I said was often times nowhere to be found. All three of us were looking around to flag him down to get our check. It's really unfortunate that the service here is so awful because if not for that it could easily be a five star establishment, but with service this poor and prices what they are I can't go higher than two stars.
(2)Jumi Y.
What happened, Intermezzo? I've been coming here since the late 90s, and now you go and break my heart. 3 because of our history, 1 for last visit, average=2 Good things first- -tons of parking even if you have to walk just a little bit - huge selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, etc. Even absinthe is on the menu. Their drink menu is really thick, and you could spend hours as train at it - lots of cheesecakes and deserts, although my understanding is that none of it is made there - they serve meals - good for lots of people - nice atmosphere Things that make me sad: - Food is mediocre and expensive for what it is. - Service has really gone south. I mean past Florida, south.. Occasionally, I've had the slacker waiter or waitress here, but none bad as this one guy. The last time I was here, I came with a group of 7. We wanted to hang out and get some dessert after dinner. We all ordered a hot chocolate type thing. Our first warning should have been when the waiter took 15 minutes to come to our table and another 15 to go find a match for the candle. He took our orders after knitting a sweater in the back or whatever he was doing. The Mexican hot chocolate I wanted was not available, so he suggested I get the white hot chocolate. Wrong recommendation for someone who ordered a dark chocolate drink. He was gone for about another 40 minutes, and we were finally able to find him and flag him down. When we asked about our drinks, and he stated that the barista was really busy and then went away. We waited a little bit more and we had to ask the manager about our drinks. He checked for us, and all our drinks came out within the minute. Now, I've had lukewarm drinks here, but every single one of our drinks was ice cold. The guy never apologized for the delay and about lying to us. He just walked away. What on earth? By this time, we were there 1.5 hours, so we opted to leave. The manger offered to make us new drinks but this was after we started to leave, and he also never apologized for the incident. I also noticed that all of this waiter's tables were still waiting for their food or drinks. I honestly thought that he really hated his job or something really bad happened to him that day. I would brush this off and not write about it if it were not for the manager's indifference to what happened. If I'm in this area again and need a place to chill with friends, I think I would opt for Taco Mac or maybe even Cheesecake. I'm still not sure if I would return to this Intermezzo again. If I do, I'll just get something that requires no prep.
(2)Terra C.
If you like desserts this is the place to be. Feels like you are in a little cafe in Europe. The coffee was delightful. I wish I could have tried everything on the menu so many choices. Decided on the cheesecake and was not disappointed. It was incredible.
(4)James K.
This restaurant has a lot of unrealized potential!! The deserts were delicious... That's the good. Now the Bad... the tables were not clean, neither was the dinner ware. Here's the Ugly... the service was the worst! I asked to have my table cleaned four times and the waitress claimed - after all the attempts - that she was not told. The waitress brought the wrong order twice, and got the bill wrong. I finally realized, same action, same results. So, I called for the Manager and at least got my to-go box. The service received was a real downer and I don't think I'll ever go to this place again. After all, hospitality is the point or desired point! Clean up your act Cafe Intermezzo, or leave it to the real professionals!
(1)Trey L.
I have lived in Atlanta a while and never went to Intermezzo until 8/23. The patio was perfect on a late summer night. I really like the decor inside with the dark maroons, browns, golds and chandeliers. Its a perfect date spot. I did not know their was savory food either. I had a Cafe Intermezzo which was good, I need to find a good non dairy alternative. WIth my morning coffee I use black coffee and a hot chocolate packet. She had a triple chocolate truffle hot chocolate. When it came out it looked awesome. When she dug in it looked awesome. When she gave me a taste it was awesome, but there was a whole lot of awesome. All that awesome got cold quick. Once it cooled you realized how rich is was and it wasn't so good anymore. She also ordered the chicken sausage cannolini. It was extremly cheesy and even better the next morning. The cakes all looked great but we only purchased a piece of Strawberry Layer cake to go. I have a thing for strawberries and most strawberry cakes are pink vanilla sponge and too sweet. Intermezzo's was a little tangy and the best strawberry layer cake I've had. I've had Whole foods (ATL,Houston) versions, the Dessert Gallery in Houston and Piece of Cake in Atlanta. Intermezzo's was the best. Great place for dinner or a late night drink, coffee, dessert. Remember ladies love sweets and the Dunwoody location is kinda hidden and cozy within a small outdoor upscale shopping center. Some people may consider it cliche because its been rapped about, but I liked it and will be back.
(4)Vivek A.
Love the hot chocolate and Boston cream cheesecake!
(4)Travis L.
I've been going to Cafe Intermezzo since 2008 when I used to live in the area. It has been (and still is) a go-to place for tea and dessert, especially after dinner when most places are closed. I actually really enjoy the concept, and I love that it is aspires to a classic vision of the cafe 18th-century style (the page on the back of the menu is priceless not to mention the European language lessons playing on loop in the bathrooms). I really enjoy the extensive tea selection (especially the rarer teas like the dung ting oolong and the pai mu dan white peony) and the coffees. Really great alongside the rotating dessert selections that are always in stock and can cater to any taste. I think serving alcohol is a smart move to attract a wider audience and for the later evening, but I think it clashes a tad with the atmosphere. It can get a little crowded this way (I feel like there might be too many tables sometimes crammed together, especially in the back), and I think it doesn't always suit people coming in to chat over coffee and tea. Over the last few times I've come, I've been disappointed by the service. I've had servers change multiple times, as well as a long wait time for just a pot of tea. Also, it's disappointing to have waiters not familiar with the menu however extensive it might be.
(3)Lana D.
There drink selection is huge. I finally found my drink and its called johannas (spell check pls). It has a scoop of ice cream in it. Their dessert/cakes aren't that good, too sweet for my taste buds. The ambience is loud but still romantic due to the dark lighting and French theme.
(3)Ava J.
If I could have given this place 0 stars I would have!!! I've eaten at the old Buckhead location, the new Midtown location and against better judgement met 3 girlfriends at the Dunwoody location for Sunday brunch. The only thing this place has going for it is it's outdoor patio seating. We were seated and waited 10+ minutes to even get water. Our server did come over to acknowledge us but didn't give her name or a greeting. She sees my friend's galaxy s3 phone and proceeds to tell us how she dropped hers the day before and it broke. Huh?? I don't care about your phone, honey, I'd like to give you my drink order. We see her mosey over to the table next to us that had just been seated and get their entire order while she chats, chats, chats. Mind you, we're still waiting on our water. We finally flag down another server and he brings us some. It amazes me that the servers don't help each other out, but this place is not known for customer service... So after waiting 45 minutes our specialty coffees arrive. Two of the three coffees were lukewarm. Not iced, not hot, but a paltry lukewarm. Ughh! We had to flag down our unattentive server to ask for hot coffees and she comes back, not with fresh hot coffee, but simply microwaved what we were previously served. I know this because the soy milk and whipped cream my friend poured into her drink were still there and melted and gross! Who microwaves dairy?? The coffee mugs were hot and the coffee itself still wasn't hot. By this time I've had enough and ask the hostess to send the manager over. We had been there for over an hour by then, didn't have drinks and our server still hadn't taken our order. We were only that patient because two of my girlfriends were getting back on the road to head to Florida and we were catching up about our weekend, otherwise I would have left. The manager came over, didn't seem very concerned, but brought fresh coffees. Our food came out within 15-20 minutes of ordering and the food was the best part. We never saw our server again until she dropped off our checks. No apology, no acknowledgment of wrongdoing, nothing. I can deal with less than average food if I experience great service. Or even better than average service. I cannot tolerate poor service, I'll take my money elsewhere. As someone who worked in the F&B industry for 10+ years I was appalled at the lack of customer service all around. I will never patronize Cafe Intermezzo again and I suggest you stay away too.
(1)Jon M.
Interesting and appealing starter selections, a diverse beverage menu - both with/without alcohol, delicious entrees, impressive dessert selection (frutti di bosco imported from Italy is not to be missed), a stellar coffee menu and a relaxing while immersive atmosphere make Cafe Intermezzo a fantastic dining or lounge option and repeat after repeat visit for me. The only thing that could make this place any better is by featuring coffee directly from Italy on a regular basis rather than occasional selection. It's nice to promote local business but Illy belongs here.
(4)Brian K.
Despite its many critics, I've always been an ardent fan of Café Intermezzo. Given that the dessert and drink menus are extensive enough to please almost anyone with a pulse and taste buds, it's usually one of my first stops with visiting guests. However, this particular location is my least favorite of the restaurant's fleet, largely because of the parking situation and the fact that it has become a mecca for suburban housewives and their seemingly rabid children. Food: The menu is comprised of a variety of both savory and sweet dishes, the latter of which are the most impressive. On any given day, the dessert case contains at least 20 options, including cakes, pies, cheesecakes, and tarts. Café Intermezzo also has one of the most impressive drinks menus in Atlanta, complete with a table of contents and literally hundreds of different gourmet coffee drinks, wine, beer, specialty cocktails, and liqueurs. Service: Café Intermezzo is widely known for its lackluster service, but this location tends to fare better than the others. I've always found the staff to be pleasant and as efficient as they could be given the patron volume. Atmosphere: One of Café Intermezzo's greatest hallmarks is its pseudo European vibe, which is sorely lacking at this location. It also seems to be perpetually riddled with hoards of unmonitored children. During my last visit, I watched a boy drink out of the patio fountain while the mother sat idly by sipping an appletini and yacking on a cell phone. Cost: Moderately priced. Desserts are $6-$10 and full entrees are $10-$20. Gourmet and alcoholic drinks are primarily in the $5-$10 range. Other: The plaza's parking lot tends to fill up quickly, particularly during the weekday lunch hour and weekends. I occasionally have luck parking on the street behind the plaza, but I usually resort to valet in the event that I'm accompanied by guests and don't feel compelled to subject them to a trail of tears between the car and restaurant.
(4)Lynn L.
Go for dessert definitely (although the sizes the serve have gotten progressively smaller), coffee perhaps (I stick to the house coffee), the menu/food... no sir/ma'am :-)the food is real hit or miss!! Best bet have a great dinner elsewhere and end the evening here for a great ambiance and dessertt and nightcap!
(3)Van S.
Loved this place! The atmosphere, quality of service, and food was more than what I could have asked for. I felt very important and classy when I was dining in. Definitely plan on going back again.
(5)Quinn V.
This is a good place to meet up friends after dinner. We don't usually go here for food, and strangely enough not for the coffee either. It's usually late (past 8pm) when we are here so coffee isn't usually on our mind. It is always packed. Usually there is a line. On this particular night, we ordered: Strawberry hazelnut crepes: crepes was too thick. I like my crepe light and fluffy. Chicken jambalaya was much too salty. Strawberry margarita was so sweet, I had to dilute it with water. Belgian hot chocolate: this is a must. Not too sweet, just right. The ambience is nice if you are in the right mood, otherwise it is too noisy to carry on a good conversation. I think it's a bit trendy and over rated for the most part. However, this place is convenient if you are in the perimeter area.
(3)Paige N.
Oh Cafe Intermezzo - how highly can I sing your praises? Granted, I've only been a few times, and only for coffee and dessert, but I couldn't be happier with each experience. Tell me honestly, how could you not like a place with a dessert case so large and varied that they hire a person specifically to stand there and explain to mystified diners what each sweet confection actually is? If you raised your hand, you my friend, are a liar or perhaps just a person without a soul. Either way... Anyway, everytime I return to Cafe Intermezzo, I'm again impressed how extensive the drink menu is. Coffee concoctions are the main claim to fame (even the devilishly rich and thick Turkish coffee is represented), but they also offer teas (all types you've heard of or not), alcoholic goodies (wine, mixed drinks, champagne and even absinthe - not kidding!), virgin drinks and more. Customization of each drink is also a high point: want your coffee decaf, skim milk, a double shot, or extra whip cream? No problem - they're here to serve. And then there are the desserts - what really makes Cafe Intermezzo a standout. Fun fact: the reason all the deserts are all done with equal expertise is because the geniuses (and I say this with sincerity) behind the restaurant sought out the best desserts from multiple sources in the city and bring them in fresh every day. How smart is that? Somebody was thinking that day! The ambiance of each Intermezzo is slightly different but I really enjoyed my latest trip to the Ashford Dunwoody location (although the company might have swayed my opinion slightly). Since the weather's been killing it lately (I love you early spring weather, please repeat for many springs to come!), we sat outside on the patio surrounded by other people with the same love of the outdoors. Pollen be damned - if there's a patio and a decent day, I'll be there! So we flipped through the phone book that is Cafe Intermezzo's drink menu (the number of choices is in the hundreds, I'm sure), and on the second attempt at taking our order the waiter succeeded and we both ordered the suisse mocha coffees. Then came the even more delightful yet difficult part - choosing just a dessert or two although they all looked incredible. Tough choices indeed. Two giant dessert cases show off all the goods: one contains cheesecakes and the other contains all the other cakes. Cheesecake was ruled out almost immediately (if you're gonna have cheesecake, go to the Cheesecake Factory), and we were free to focus on the first case. A berry covered something-or-other quickly caught my eye along with a candy cane striped cake with raspberry sauce. The "cake tour guide" informed us the former was the most popular dessert on the menu "Frutti di Bosco" and made in-house everyday with a recipe direct from Italy. The second was a raspberry tiramisu. I had no idea such a delight even existed! Had to try them both. Obviously. No matter there were only two of us. Had to. The coffees came out first and at first, I didn't really taste the Swiss chocolate very strongly. Silly me - I needed to stir it! All the chocolate was melting happily away in the bottom of the cup. Once I stirred that bad boy up a bit, it was some of the best mocha / hot chocolatey coffee I've had (making it with milk always makes it better too). Then our desserts arrived. Let me tell you, Cafe Intermezzo isn't stingy with their dessert - these were very healthy portions of both the bosco di frutti and the tiramisu. And do you even need to ask if they tasted as good as they looked? No, you do not. You already know the answer. Divine! Gorgeous presentation and equally wonderful taste. If you haven't yet experienced the dessert and coffee joy that is Cafe Intermezzo yet, run - don't walk - to the nearest location and partake of the sugary, caffeinated goodness!
(5)Kwame O.
I have been to cafe intermezzo for years . I can tell you it's the only coffee house that have the most extensive menus drinks in Atlanta. They have it all plus alcohol and coffee liquors. The ambiance of the place is amazing. It a great to take friends or even dates to. Weekends are always the busiest and the wait times are not too crazy like the peach tree at location. Service is a hit and miss. One week you can get a great server and the other not so good. But the pass few times I have been there the service have been great. Another great thing about this place is there desserts . I believe they have over 40 cakes , pies , and cheesecakes. I have tried almost everything . Food is limited and expensive . I only have the crapes , it was not bad.
(5)Kathy H.
I live practically down the street, so it's hard not to stop by. We use to meet up here rather it's a first date or just meeting up with friends. They close late so we never have to worry about them kicking us out. Sometimes, we'll start off with the spinach artichoke cheese dip. I normally order a light entree like their chicken panini or turkey croissant stuffed with cheese and cucumbers. Both, comes with one mini side dish. FYI, Halfoffdepot.com tend to have great voucher deals for this place.
(3)Ruksana H.
This is the location I visit the most, somehow it is convenient to most friends living north of the city and they always have space to seat even though they look like they are bursting at the seams. Love the Euro cafe style interiors. their dessert and drink selections are good. Always ended up here for desserts but actually made it here a few times for lunch meetings and it isnt bad at all, food is good here and decently priced. Service might be slow on weekends but thats a given when there is a crowd. This space has outdoor seating too and lots of parking. I love the crabcakes here and hot chocolate and any of their dessert selections. Waiters are always happy to help with suggestions if you will let them know what you are in the mood for!
(5)Vee V.
I just like to come here to sit, chit chat, and enjoy some overpriced coffee and cake. I've never come for food, and service has always been subpar, but it's a nice late night place to go when you don't want to do the loud scene. Great in the summer when you can sit outside. cake selection is huge and they have the best tiramusu.
(3)Apryl E.
Cafe Intermezzo is the perfect date place. It's extremely romantic and intimate, but unfortunately very tight- especially if you're seated next to the dessert display case. I truly enjoyed my meal which was the tortellini (and some of my date's risotto....ssssshhhhh!). The glass of pinot grigio I had was the best ever. I guess I'm a weirdo because the 2 times I've had dessert there, I've been terribly UNDERwhelmed. I could have easily made that strawberry cake with strawberry frosting myself with the help of Betty Crocker. I think the desserts are overrated, but I do love the ambiance of this restaurant.
(4)Nisreen S.
Once again, I'm stuck between a 3 and a 4. I really wish we could put .5's! This place always keeps me coming back with their fantastic coffee menu and delicious oreo cheesecake. Service is always slow. Out of the 7 or 8 times I've been there, my server went missing nearly every single time. Service is very slow and rather unfriendly, but if you're with good company and really enjoy coffee and dessert, this place is still worth a visit. Lunch/Dinner choices are about average, with Panera/Cafe quality and neither WOW nor disappoint. My favorite are their Panini's! Now...where this place really shines!! Their cappuccino/coffee menu is much larger than their regular lunch/dinner menu. It offers something for everyone. I highly recommend the cappuccino with nutella in it. I forget the name, starts with a B...but it's their most popular one, so the server will surely know which one you're talking about. You can also take a "dessert tour" while they are making your cappuccino. An attendant tells you about all the wonderful desserts they have to offer. Their cakes are okay, but their cheesecakes are phenomenal! Especially the oreo cheesecake, yum! Parking could be hard to find on some busy nights, but it's free, and you eventually find parking within 5-10 minutes. This is a great place to catch up with an old friend, or be "out-late" without going anywhere crazy.
(3)Melanie S.
They have a lot of desserts, none are house made so they can be hit or miss. The drinks menu is extensive but I was amazed when the bartender could not make an Irish coffee even though it is on the menu. And with instruction, it was still bad, the coffee was luke warm and the cream was too thick.
(2)Bethany V.
About a year or so ago I left Cafe Intermezzo a bad review; which was mostly based on the service and how terrible it was. Well after a year of staying away my husband and I decided to try Intermezzo again as Alon's was closed for Yom Kippur. I was pleasantly surprised with the staff! We were seated and water came almost immediately followed by a server to get our order. The food was still only okay but the dessert was AMAZING as usual. I was highly satisfied with our experience and would gladly return!
(4)Neriyah J.
I find myself back at this location bc i do try to avoid downtown atlanta like the plague-The service is not as good as the downtown location-the selection of desserts is not the same-i probably get what i am craving 1 out of 10 times here..they do have a nice ambience but everything else is just ok--the nutella hot chocolate though? Now that's on point! lol I loved the old peach tree rd location but the service at the new location is so much better than the ashford dunwoody location so its worth the drive-and they have a wider selection of desserts!
(3)Jolie C.
I was so excited to try Cafe Intermezzo, so I brought my Grandmother here after picking her up from the airport for what I hoped would be a good breakfast. Nice area. Easily accessible. Free parking. Terrible service and terrible food. The restaurant was not clean. The chair I sat in had something sticky on it, and it was replaced, but I didn't see the man wipe off the dirty one. The mirrors weren't clean, and when I went to the restroom, there was a old drink glass from the night before. I had eggs benedict and there was nothing remotely fresh about any of it. A cheap, cold English emuffin. A thin slice of sandwich meat ham layered on top. Old poached egg on top, with some packaged hollandaise on top. Potatoes were decent. Granny had sweet potato pancakes and added eggs and sausage. Pancakes had a weird aftertaste-- my sweet potato pancakes taste better. I was impressed with the drink menu, and it's likely that there are other things on the menu that are not so bad, but I won't be back to find out. Dirty. Bad food. Poor service. No thanks.
(1)Henry T.
I came here once for dinner and once for dessert. It's definitely a very romantic spot, albeit on the very "dimly lit" side to put it nicely. We had to take turns using the candle to read the book, I mean menu. It's quite an extensive list, dare I say too long, with pages and pages of drinks and dessert choices. Dinner is not a reason to go here. Nothing special about the dinner menu. I got the lasagna which was good, but not the best I've had. The drinks and desserts, however, are special as there are many choices that you will not find elsewhere. I got the gingerbread drink which was delicious! I would highly recommend trying it, although I do wish it were served a little warmer. My fiance ordered the lemonade but had to send it back twice because it was not sweet at all. The gelato's are also unique in that they are served in the respective fruit ordered. For example, I ordered the pineapple gelato, so it came in a small pineapple. Our waiter was very polite, although he mentioned in the beginning that he was in training, so he might have been trying harder that night than on any other night. Still, I cannot fault him for that. I just hope he continues to treat customers the way he treat us that night. On a warmer day, the outside patio would be a nice place to sit. Both times I've gone it's been on the chilly side. The first time we went it was pretty late on a Thursday night, but there were still plenty of people there. When we left around 11pm, the place was still pretty crowded. Overall, I had a positive experience there. I would come back to try the desserts and the book of drinks which range from your average beer and wine to high alcohol leveled beer, liquers, and absinthe. This restaurant gets 3 stars for the food and ambiance plus one star for the service.
(4)Karie L.
The food was amazing, but for some reason this time around the service was lacking. Every time we looked for our waiter he was sitting at a table of women "talking" We usually have good food and good service, I def recommend this place! There is something for everyone. You can order from the entire menu all day, Quite the drink menu! And as a bonus, they do groupon type discounts all the time, so you can save some money and have an amazing end to the night :)
(4)Nate R.
Been here a handful of times now. I'm not over the top about Cafe Intermezzo, but it's not a bad place to go if you want to eat outside and have a couple drinks. They have a fantastic drink menu, ranging from hot chocolates to after dinner drinks, which serves as a highlight along with the dessert selection. Dessert isn't a menu, it's a display case with cheesecakes on one side, and cakes, pies, etc on the other. A staff member explains what each one is and makes recommendations. You get a large slice of whatever you choose. Last time I had the key lime pie, before that the oreo cheesecake. Both were delicious. If they stuck to drinks and dessert, they would be killing it. The food menu isn't overly large - it's a mix of sandwiches and pastas, with breakfast served all day. Probably a menu more appropriate to lunch than dinner, but it's decent enough. Had the Parisian sandwich last time, which was good without being memorable. Service is extremely slow - never gotten out of here in under 2 hours. Just moves at a different pace. Which wouldn't be too bad, except he seating is not awesome. It's crammed, and the tables/chairs are not what you would call comfortable, especially if you're going to be in them for a long time (see: service). Overall, if you're sticking to dessert or drinks, you're going to do well. If you're looking to eat, there are probably better options.
(3)Dee P.
I came here on Monday with a friend and we sat on the indoor/outdoor patio which was very nice. I ordered the Parisian Turkey sandwich with beets and feta as my side. The sandwich was delicious! The croissant was flaky and fresh and the turkey and brie was warmed perfectly. I liked the beets but I don't care for feta (too strong of a cheese) personally. The service was good; we had a moment of hysteria with a crying baby, so it was a wait before we saw our server again for us to ask for our check (surprised she wasn't running over with it sooner!) but other than that everything was pleasant and everyone was polite.
(4)Bianca C.
Four stars mostly because the desserts are awesome! Not because of the food I've had there in particular. They have a large assortment of cakes,etc that are always nice and moist. The large drink selection is also spot on- hot and cold alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. On to the food...I'd give then four stars for the soups I've had, the butternut soup is amazing and inspired me to make my own at home, and the lentil bean is good. On the other food, I'd stick to the pasta dishes. I had the mango chicken wrap once: it had too much liquid and sweetness and I didn't taste the curry mayo or cayenne that was supposedly in it. Stay away from the blue cheese coleslaw!
(4)Louise S.
This is THE seal the deal date Dessert spot, but it's also great for hanging out after dinner with friends when you dont want the chatting to end just yet, perfect for coffee and cakes with the ladies midweek and probably a billion other scenarios when you want to tickle that sweet tooth. The drink menu is extensive, pages and pages of mixed drinks, teas, coffees, herbal and fruit infusions, steamed milk, juice if it come sin a glass or a cup they probably do it. The cakes and cheesecakes and pies are all on display at the front and it;s better to check them out yourself because they rotate and change so there's usually something new to try or a twist on your favourite flavours. The regular savoury food is kind of meh, but when the drinks and desserts are this good i really don't care
(4)Amanda D.
I finally got to do the whole ~~romantic~~ thing here, but after I had already downed creme brulee. I probably could have eaten cake anyway, but I prevented myself from allowing this to happen. This of course means that I finally ordered a coffee related drink here. This is where that sparsely seen service comes in handy. If you want to get through 398273 pages of a menu and make a decision, you're gonna need that server to take his/her sweet time. I finally decided on the gianduja cappuccino, aka there's Nutella in my coffee. The problem now with this service is that this drink then sat on the counter for a number of minutes, and I was not aware of this until the end, when I had no choice but to scoop the Nutella sitting on the bottom into my mouth with a spoon. I probably should have stirred it up before, but I was in a food coma and brain function was at a minimum. It was still good, even if it only tasted slightly of Nutella until I made it all about eating Nutella. And then another problem. I had no water since we hadn't seen the server since he finally bothered to drop the drinks off, and my throat felt like it does now that I'm sick (except in a good way because HELLO I just had like 4 teaspoons of Nutella). Thankfully when we caught him he brought water and the check relatively quickly so I didn't start coughing like a maniac in candlelight. I think I would go with another coffee and dessert romantic time situation here, cause I'm not paying $5.30 for my own drink unless it comes with alcohol. Yes I am being like that. #Yelp365 - 58/365
(3)Erik B.
Now, I got a chance to grade you guys. I went to this place with my girl friend to meet some friends. me and 5 of my friends ordered coffees and cheesecakes. My gurl friend was hungry and she wanted to have a cup of tomato soup. Server told her to order another soup or order salad, and server said tomato soup might not be as fresh as the other flavor soup. My girlfriend ordered anyway. She got her tomato soup that wasn't suggested by the server and finished eating it. 10 mins later we had to leave the place because she didn't feel very well. When we arrived home, she got worst. l left her and went to pharmacy in the middle of the night to get some stuff to make her stomach better. when I came back home , she was in the restroom on the floor with a pain.I ve called my doctor friend to get help. My friend said it was the vegetable (tomato soup) . This location is not doing great anymore since they have franchised this location and have changed the crew. Now, they can suffer with the way they do business.
(1)Taylor R.
This is my favorite place to hang out with my girlfriends. It has very nice atmosphere and good sweet deserts. I especially love their coffee Latte! I recommend to give it a try because you might find a new hang out place...
(4)Matt A.
I have been here once before and I did like it. This visit was not great. It toke the waiter 15 minutes to take a small order of three coffees and one crepes. We got the coffees but it took them 20 minutes to bring out crepes.
(1)Jenita B.
The meal was fantastic and my server Joshua was awesome. The gluten free cheesecake was absolutely delicious! I like the Ashford Dunwoody location much better than Midtown.The staff, minus bartender, was a bit rude and unfriendly when I visited the Midtown location. The vibe here is peaceful.
(4)Linda J.
Cafe Intermezzo... I actually dread going to this place (at any location) because their cakes are always stale, service is usually bad (whether it's busy or not), and nothing they serve satisfies my taste buds. Aside from last night I haven't been to this location in ten years or more. It hasn't changed much except the wait was longer and a lot more painful (again, 105 degree day... probably close to 90 when we were outside waiting). Those people that sat on the patio must have really wanted their coffee. The service was just okay. We ordered a coffee beverage and talked for a long time. It was almost closing time and our waiter just vanished. Which wasn't the biggest deal because we were having a good time but dude, check up on us. Give us the head nod... something. The ladies room... was as gross as one of the scariest, grossest gas station bathrooms I had to use on the way back from Portland. The kind that's on the side and to the rear of the gas station. The one where you need a key to enter and you think of that scene of "Candyman" and hope no one murders you in there before you walk in. You also don't touch anything (I've become an expert use your foot for everything person) and hold your breath like you're on Fear Factor. I had to choose between disgusting stall #1 with no toilet paper (unless you count the wads that were overflowing out of the commode) and disgusting stall #2 that had the spare toilet paper holder thing a million miles away from the gross commode again with wadded up toilet paper all up in it. I felt like I was in some twisted "fancy" porta potty situation. I know it's busy but that's NO excuse. You know people are drinking and they're going to have to use the facilities. Wipe the counters, restock the toilet paper, and pretend to clean a bit. Not even really clean but frat house clean. You feel me? I mean you are trying to be fancy pants coffee and it's really not even good so at least don't gross me out with the restroom. That and they abruptly lit up the place at the end of the night. Not cool when my eyes were enjoying the dimly lit situation for hours... Sometimes I feel this place is only popular because the restaurants in that same strip mall don't serve coffee. Coincidence?
(2)Stephanie A.
Café Intermezzo is quite a unique eatery in Atlanta. Three locations, one in Brookwood, Downtown and one in Dunwoody. I best describe it as where to go when you don't want a meal but a little sumpin sumpin. Mid afternoon coffee and monte cristo, meet for a drink that isn't alcoholic and Starbucks is too generic, late night snack or European quality dessert and brandy. It is decidedly European complete with the borderline consistently inconsistent service. Don't expect to have a luxurious amount of room Americans are so accustomed to. Small café sized table (remember you're not eating a multi course meal here so you don't need the square footage) and at peak times very loud. Delicious cappuccino, any alcoholic delight you could want (honorable mention are end of night type ports and brandies) and mineral waters. Sweet and savory crepes - they really are what works in those in between moments, paninis, full breakfasts, salads and impressive listing of entrees. I don't mind a cheese plate late night and they have it. Keep Intermezzo in mind for those after hours mood when you don't want to go home but don't want to waste hours of your life on soulless nightlife.
(3)Joyce L.
I wish I could give this place half a star. I hadn't been in a year or two which gave me enough time to forget why it had been so long, only took about 5 minute to remember why I never ever come here. For starters, the place had maybe 3-4 tables being sat at but it took the hostess at least 5 minutes to find our party of 7 a table. We passed by several 4 sided tables that could have easily been pushed together (2 together would have been more than ample), but instead we were put in the back by the restrooms at 3 hightop tables that each barely sit 2 comfortably. Before I could voice the better option, our hostess had disappeared. Drinks and 2 slices of cake took entirely too long to get there. When the cakes finally arrived the chocolate banana pie was completely frozen in the middle. Don't expect anything to be made in house or fresh here. By the time our waitress finally came around, the pie was almost defrosted (nicely played, Intermezzo!) Great place for a date with someone you don't find very attractive. The lighting is so dim I couldn't read the 30 page menu. Didn't help that it was in size 4 font. The only reason why I would bother giving Cafe Intermezzo half a star is because we had the pleasure of bumping into the Hawks' Zaza Pachulia, who is also half a star.
(1)Alyx K.
I would have to agree with everyone else's reviews that the service is terrible. And by terrible I mean terrible. I am a regular at intermezzo, but I am very specific in how i come. I always ask for a table near the wall because these teeny tiny tables are packed so close together people are elbow to elbow. I am always ready to order as soon as the server comes by for the first time: an Egyptian Chamomile tea (very good, most definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a non alcoholic hot beverage) and either the strawberry nutella crepe, mango sorbet, or red velvet cake depending on my mood. When the server is dropping off our drinks, I ask for the check and try to pay cash, that way I'm not stuck in the awkward limbo at the end where the conversation with the person you came with has ended and you're both sitting there awkwardly continually repeating "where is our server? is it that guy? no...wait." The drink list is extremely extensive, almost to the point it hurts them more than it helps them. They have a glass case displaying the cakes/desserts and a nearby server will give you a guided cake tour which is nice. I would definitely not recommend the food here. I have gotten a sandwich or salad a few times and each time it was overpriced, under portioned, and not good. The last time I grabbed a bite here, I got food poisoning and since then have opted to never eat the food. So what's the reason I keep coming back? The atmosphere is really nice. All the tables have white tablecloths and glass tops. Small vases with pink carnations and a candle atop every table. The lighting is very dim, almost romantic. It is a good place to just sit and talk with a friend for a while. So while I'll probably continue to visit here and stick to my cup of tea and safe dessert, I would recommend people stray from ordering food here or expecting too much out of their server. -A
(3)Steve V.
Cafe Intermezzo is probably my favorite sit-down dessert place, especially when I have friends in town. The Buckhead location may be slightly better but a pain to get to and park, so I decided to go to the Perimeter Mall location on this trip. Ambiance: I will list this first since this really stands out compared to other dessert places. It is always busy here. The set-up is really cool - you feel like you are in Europe. There are cool wall hangings, sculptures and busts of half-nude women. They even have french lessons over the loud speaker in the bathroom! There are multiple rooms within the restaurant adorned with nice archways, glass-frosted doors and fountains. Food: This is the biggest draw...that is, if you love cake! There are two huge display cases, each holding over 20 cakes....I would say they must have nearly 40-50 cakes/pies to order. One case tends to be heavy on all different kinds of cheesecake (NY style, mocha, Kahlua, pumpkin, etc.); the other case is a mix of fruit-filled cakes (including a famous European imported fruit tart), chocolate mouse cakes and other layer cakes. You really can't beat the selection. Granted when you have this many cakes, some are going to better than others..it all depends on your palate, but I love trying a different slice each time. A little pricey at about $8 a slice, but you are paying for the ambiance. I usually get a few slices (depending on the # of people I am with) and share. They also have a lunch/dinner menu with sandwiches and pasta dishes among other items. Drinks: An amazing drink menu. There is a full bar. There are dozens of coffee drinks to pick from: with drip vs. espresso, with every imaginable flavor addition, cold or hot, whipped cream or not, etc. etc. There is also a very long tea list, hot chocolates, alcoholic coffees. Staff are friendly. There are employees that stand in front of the cake case and know every detail of every cake. Really impressive. I definitely recommend a visit to either this location or the Buckhead location...see which you like better.
(4)Douglas O.
This Cafe is not as "cool" as the other, but the additional space indoors and outdoors, proximity to work, makes this my preference for a coffee break (non chain ie starbucks). A quick bite for lunch allows me to make the most of a short break from the tasks at hand. The Toffee-Chino something is one of my favorites, though a tad too sweet at times, have to ask for a little less syrup. Breakfast crepes are light and full of flavor.
(4)Steve S.
I am a GIGANTIC Cafe Intermezzo fan. I have been one of their biggest out-of-state ambassadors for years. How delighted I must have been to finally move to ATL and be able to come here every day if I wished! Nope. Not at all.. At least, with this location. I had family in town, and decided to show off this location to help prove all the positive remarks I had been making about it for years and years. Only four people in the place on a Saturday afternoon. One couple, and two fairly attractive girls at the bar. No servers or staff to be found, except for one young guy at the bar talking with the girls. We sat down next to them and waited. And waited. Made eye contact with the guy. And waited. After 15 minutes of trying to get his attention, we got up to leave. As we were leaving, one of the girls says "Shouldn't you help them?" We never heard a response behind us. What a nightmare. Never again. The location is perfect and beautifully decorated. The menu and offering is top shelf. The service.. the worst I've encountered in Atlanta to date.
(1)Vivian W.
I'm seriously considering a personal mission to try every cake this place offers...unfortunately this mission has hampered by the fact that I can't help but get my favorites when I'm standing there looking at the cake display. I'll admit I haven't tried any of their actual food-menu items, but the cakes are totally worth a trip. I def. swing by to pick up a few slices to-go whenever I pass by...the tiramisu here is AMAZING. According to the dude behind the counter they import it from Milan (rolls eyes*) - whatever, it's delicious. They've also got a rasberry flavored tiramisu and their red velvet cake is spot-on. On occasion they've got hazelnut/chocolate cakes that are pretty rich, but not nauseatingly so (imo). My only gripe - their to-go system takes too long, I want my cakes faster! PS - there is free wifi and they are totally fine with you hanging out with your laptop enjoying your cake/drink during the day.
(4)Philip D.
What happened to this formerly nice place? Returned after a couple of years to find food fair but overpriced and customers allowing kids to scream, run around place and disrupt everything. The staff just lets the insane parents and kids run free. They should rename this Chucky Cheese
(1)Jennifer G.
I was stunned to discover that this place has 3 other locations in Atlanta when I searched for it on Yelp. Stunned because in the 20 months I've lived in Atlanta, this is the worst restaurant I've visited. No, I didn't really expect a Viennese style coffee house in Atlanta (even though I lived in Vienna and would know the real thing). I did expect a place pretty much dedicated to coffee and desserts to have decent coffee and desserts. They have an unbelievable selection. Too bad every dessert falls somewhere between bland and blah. I've had Entenmann's cakes with more flavor. Whatever you do, don't order actual food here. How you screw up a turkey club panini is beyond me, but whatever sauce they put on it was some of the grossest stuff I've ever eaten. On the weekends, this place is packed so be prepared for a wait if my review doesn't knock some sense into you and you decide to go somewhere else.
(1)Michelle K.
I went here with some friends for a late night Friday night dessert and coffee run. I was expecting to wait 30 minutes or more but we were seated within 10 minutes of arrival. Our server greeted us promptly and made sure we had both the dessert and drink menus. The four of us ended up getting food vs dessert. I must say that the baked brie was amazing!! The appetizer consisted of baked brie, honey, garlic pepper, parsley and the perfect amount of brown sugar with water crackers on the side. It was the perfect late night snack. Our friends ordered the French toast with strawberries and powdered sugar. My date had the chai latte, and although I am not a fan of chai, it tasted pretty darn good. Cafe Intermezzo serves their tea in a press, which is quite a unique feature & standard here. Our server - as busy as he was - always made sure that we were taken care of. Cafe Intermezzo never fails in providing a pleasing ambiance with high quality food an beverages. The only reason I gave them 3 stars is because the server and waiter could not coordinate our seating arrangements. We ended up walking a circle around the entire restaurant before being seated. But... the baked brie made up for everything negative. #Yelp 365- 23/365
(3)Cindy W.
I celebrated my New Years at Cafe Intermezzo. Read my review for the Peachtree Rd location: This location looks a lot classier (Greek statues with and without fountain, amphora-shaped lamps, Greek columns, low lighting...) than the Peachtree location....and I would recommend dressing up slightly. It's Cafe Intermezzo. C'mon. At each table, there is a carnation, a candle, and a cup of sugar (and I eat them like horses.... Watch out diabetus, I'm coming for you!!) They give you two menus, one complete, one of food. They are true Jack of All Trades, master of none. However, I DO really like their teas and presentation too- a pot and cup, beautiful. As usual, I followed my own advice: 1) Expect service as sparse and slow as Europe 2) Only order coffe/tea and dessert (fantastic mimosas too) 3) Warn your date beforehand he will be hella surprised by the tab (and not in a good way) What actually transcribed: 1) Service was actually spot on this time, but we saw Emily about 4 times. 2) Ordered Raspberry Truffle Hot Chocolate ($5.90), Spanish Mocha ($5), Frutti Di Bosco ($7.85, their "signature", has won several awards back in the day), and the Tiramisu Cheesecake ($7.85) 3) Yeah. He knew he was in a world of hurt. 4) New rule: add sugar cubes first so it dissolves and stir constantly so there's not a mountain of sugar for the last sips. --------------------------------------------------Â--------------------- 4) Countdown to New Years was controlled; everyone stared at the employees. 5) 12:16 am, soopa doopa fabulous employee gives Tyra a strut for her catwalk down each lane and wishes everyone a happy new years. An Indian guy was on the side and knew only cheesecakes but was a sweetheart and explained everything carefully for my date (first timer, you see), cake girl ignored us for 5 minutes before helping us, but she was nice. The Bosco slice was smaller than Peachtree's, so I finished mine easily. My Spanish mocha was lukewarm; Starbucks serves their's 3x as large, hot and with a warning. Unacceptable and insulting, Cafe Intermezzo. I was also upset that their cup of coffee couldn't fit 2 of my tiny fingers inside the handle, so I had to -awkwardly- wrap my hand around it like a mug and uncomfortably sip....and when I got to the last few sips, there was the most disagreeable gritty foam like substance at the bottom, like powdered coffee mix (not sugar either). As I finished my slice and my small cup of coffee, I ate about an inch off of my date's cheesecake. The rum/coffee "soaked" lady fingers were dry, which meant it was either frozen before, not fresh, or not prepared traditionally. Later I found out they get desserts pre-made and frozen. I loved the atmosphere and my date, but Cafe did not perform. I actually felt really sick after all the desserts and coffee. Sugar coma, yes yes. Diabetus, I might be closer than I thought.....
(3)Zagreus A.
After many years away from one of my favorite old haunts, it was comforting to see that some things don't change so much. Granted., since the last time I was here, they expanded nex door, they added wi-fi and their booklet of coffees and drinks now includes energy drinks... However the wait staff till features cool people from foreign countries, a fairly Euro-Bohemian feel and a slide show in one alcove... Frankly the last reviewer said it all and said it well. No longer single, me and my buddy now came with our wives and shared salads and goat cheese appetizers. It was wonderful.
(4)Kirk P.
Have always enjoyed Cafe Intermezzo when it was a special little place on Peachtree Street. After last night, I'm feeling like the magic is gone, the place feels like when you go into any of hundreds of Hard Rock Cafe's .... there once was one that meant something ... and now they are just forgettable reproductions. The Cafe has, as one reviewer put it, become "flippant" ... too busy to care ... arrogantly unconcerned with service. It was hard to believe, but we sat at a bar and never were greeted or served. We then moved to our table (that did not take a very long time to get). We were met by a server who took drink orders. And then never returned. A manager walked by and we stood and said we just had to leave and he said OK. He could not have cared less. So, good for them for being so busy that they can become cavalier. Bad for us because it's not special anymore. Now it's just where the lemmings go because 1) it's open late 2) you can be as weird as you want 3) you may get served fast enough not to become angry. With that appeal, we'll look elsewhere. Atlanta's growing and restaurant nightlife evolves rapidly. One day, that manager may care.
(2)Alfie A.
Menu has a variety of brunch like meals. Breakfast is served all day long (if I recall correctly) variety of creeps, sandwiches and some pasta options. A great drink menu of both alcoholic and non alcoholic and coffee beverages. We ordered the Tuna Melt, Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken, and Nutella Banana Crepes. Tuna was served cold like a tuna salad sandwich and the cheese wasn't even melted. We had to send it back for them to create a true tuna melt with MELTED cheese. Crepe was hard and flakey. The nutella and banana crepes are much better at IHOP for probably half the price. We told the manager of the concern with the flakey and hard crepe. Spinach strawberry salad with warm goat cheese patties with chicken was really delicious and is highly recommended. Note that the chicken was served room temp and not warm. Other than that this salad was really good. The service requires heavy improvement. We were there on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm, clearly after the heavy brunch crowd. We waited at least 45 minutes for our food to be served. Our server said they were extremely busy but from our view the restaurant appeared to be half way full. Didn't seem like a legitimate reason for our order to take so long. Our meal plan was to order light to save room for dessert and coffee. But after such a long wait for our meals we figured it would take them a while to cut a slice of our cake for our dessert order. We decided to bail and skip dessert all together. From a price standpoint, I would say it's average but my 2 star rating is a reflection of the lack luster service and the not so pleasing tuna melt and hard and flaky crepe. The manager comped the tuna melt which was an appreciated gesture. The ambience inside is cozy with dark maroon decor and the outside patio is an appealing part of this restaurant assuming temp is no more than 80 degrees outside. Had our 3 year old daughter with us and the wrought iron patio furniture isn't too comfortable for toddlers. No booths indoors and a number of tables with high pub chairs, not ideal for toddlers. I have been here before for after dinner dessert and coffee. Night environment is a little more bustling with a diverse crowd. If this review was limited to their coffee/dessert menu and experience, I would give it 3 stars. Would I go back? Yes, for the beverage and dessert menu only.
(2)Giang-Ha S.
The only reason I'm giving this place two stars is because of the cake and drinks. Service as always is horrible. I've been here so many times and each time I thought the service wuld change or get better. But yet, it has not improve. The serve that served us was completely rude and unwelcoming. Took him atleast 15 minutes to greet us and give us our water. For goodness sake. Its water!! Also, he pushed our table without saying anything first. If you want us to shift, just say so. He doesn't have to be rude. After we put in our order, it took another 30 minutes for it to come out. Overall, experience was horrible. Our server did not act welcoming or was being attentive to his customers. Would I come back? probably not, but because of the cake. I might.
(2)Lauren H.
Love this restaurant! This is one of the few full-service restaurants in the area with genuinely late hours...something my boyfriend and I appreciate thanks to a bizarre work schedule. We like being able to just drop by at midnight or 1 a.m. and the kitchen will still be open. The first time I visited Cafe Intermezzo I was overwhelmed by the massive drink menu... pretty much any cocktail, tea or coffee you could think of was on it. It's one of the few places we can order an actual Turkish coffee (if you're into that sort of thing). They also have an excellent offering for food, although not quite as extensive. I've never eaten or drunk anything here that I've been disappointed by. Sometimes the service is slow but I still give Cafe Intermezzo 5 stars because of their hours, their selection and the unique atmosphere. It's definitely a for any occasion sort of restaurant.
(5)Fabian W.
I love this place. The desserts and hot chocolates are so decadent.
(5)Ryan C.
Great food and even better desserts. Love the Cozy dark intimate feel.
(5)Annette S.
It was my first time here. I have been waiting there for more than 10 minutes but no one came to take care of me. Finally I was able to order a suisse mokka. But it was too sweat. But the food is better than the service after all.
(1)Gloria M.
This place has yummy cakes but horrible horrible service. It took them abt 20 minutes to get me my cake, which just needs to be plated btw, and it was the wrong cake. Then since it was so cold outside, we moved inside and the server took forever to get our table a glass of water. This place needs to up its game on its service. And the worst of it all, as if it could get any worse, the wine glass they gave us had lipstick on it; our server was too busy chatting so we had to flag another server down to get us another dirty glass. Extremely disappointed in the service and I really used to love coming here for dessert + coffee.
(2)Shazia T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. It's a perfect way to end the day if you want a chill night with whoever you're with. This is my favorite location because parking is free and it's more convenient location-wise. I love the ambiance inside. The desserts are up on display and I have to try to stop myself from drooling all over the floor. This place is really good for drinks and dessert, though they have real food if you want it. Their menu changes periodically, so some items may not be available all the time. - Roasted eggplant soup - absolutely LOVE it! yum in the tum - Grilled cheese - they use good cheese (not nasty American) - Veggie burger - good - Walk on the Beach - virgin drink; didn't care for it much - Mexican Hot Chocolate - my fave drink!! I'll get it, no matter how full I am. - Some Indian-type tea/chai - I forgot which one I got, but it was good. - German chocolate cake - sooooooooo good! - Raspberry chocolate cake - really good and rich!
(5)Christina T.
wow intermezzo you really dropped the ball. my boyfriend and I walked in to a short line. When we got up to the host stand we were taken to be seated right away. When the hostess realized there were no tables available we were brought back to the host stand where they took our name and number and told us to wait for a call. We waited patiently for 20 mins as we watched people that came after us being seated. Everytime we went to the host he said our table was being cleaned right now or we were next to be seated. Even after I got the call from intermezzo and went to the host, we waited another 5-10 mins.. We stood right in front of the host stand and watched as each of the hostess came and took couples who had also just gotten called to their tables. When the host started seating new couples that had just walked in and not even been waiting we reminded him that we were still waiting for a table. He told us to stand close by and pointed to the spot right next to him (which was one step closer than we had been standing). He needs to stop staring at the computer screen and look up at peoples faces to see who has been waiting. I feel like the host took advantage of our patience and our politeness. In the beginning we were standing close to the front door because we didn't want to be one of those people that loiter in front of the host stand, and because servers were also walking around. I don't mind waiting for a table for 40+ mins if they really are busy and it is the ACTUAL wait time, but it wasn't. They told us it would be about 5 mins, and there was a very short line. We just kept getting ignored/ "forgotten" about for half an hour as they seated new parties before us. We finally walked out, and one of the hostesses saw us and gave us a weird look. But they are so busy they don't even care. What is another 2 customers to them? NOTHING.
(1)B S.
This restaurant has some sentimental value. But I'll just leave it at that. Let me start off by saying that service is pretty lackluster at this restaurant...however...the ambience at night time makes up for everything. This is the perfect late night date spot. On our last visit we enjoyed several coffee liqueur specialties, the caprese panini, the Mediterranean pasta, and a alive of cheesecake. This restaurant is truly for the atmosphere Nd the uniqueness that is the drink menu. I don't think I'd ever come here with a group of friends...this is strictly a date spot. Maybe in the daytime that changes things....but then...where's the fun in that :)
(4)Emily K.
I wasn't originally planning to go here last night, but when my date and I heard the heavy bass eminating from Eclipse di Luna, we decided to go here instead. Everything was just okay. We got the baked brie to snack on and I didn't like the fact it was paired with a sweet bread. I love brie, so I want to focus on the taste of brie, not the almost overwhelming sweetness of the bread. I got the raspberry chocolate cake and it too was just okay. I think Palate's is superior and also cheaper. They do get points for having real whipped cream, though. Like the Peachtree location, service is slow. Though this time I didn't mind it as much because we weren't in a hurry, it wasn't late, etc. I would've preferred a little more attentive service, especially in light of the fact it wasn't that busy. I'd probably go back here if someone else suggested it.
(3)Hanna N.
If you love cake and coffee drinks, you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. There's never a shortage of a selection of cakes. Out of about 10-15 visits here, the service has always been very friendly but slooooooow. It's the cakes, coffee drinks, and fruit sorbets that keep me coming back. The ambiance is good for a date night or to catch up with friends. The late night hours are also a plus.
(4)Adnan D.
My wife and I visit this location quite often to get some good desserts and some kind of romantic atmosphere. The service is very slow on busy nights especially when the coffee they make is made by one or two people so don't expect to get your drink in five minutes. The people at the cakes are very knowledgeable and patient. Thumbs up to them.....servers are slow because baristas are slammed. We waited on a server for over 30min and when we complained we got our desserts for free :)...so if you don't like something make sure you speak to a manager
(3)Sarah T.
Justin and I went to the Perimeter Intermezzo awhile back with Aiken for desserts and coffee. The service wasn't as horrid as I was expecting it to be, but it wasn't stellar either. The atmosphere there was lovely. It feels like such a great place to go and read a book, or take a date. Definitely a date place. Anyways, I only took a picture of what Aiken ordered cause I'm a dork. I ordered one of their cappuccino, they have so many, I don't remember which one I picked. Either way I enjoyed it. I also got the lemon gelato because I am a lemon fanatic and you get to keep the champagne glass it comes in. I plan on going back and starting a collection. ^.^ It was so so good. I loved it. Justin got a Dark and Stormy drink, and their sweet tea. He loves the blend of teas they use, it is super flavorful. Aiken ordered a slice of cake. Honestly, I don't remember what the cake was, I just remember that it was delicious. Not super sweet, it was subtle, and light, and lovely. Real fresh made whip cream on the side too. He also ordered the Turkish coffee that of course comes in the most adorable tiny cup and saucer. The really cute pot they bring out just adds to it. I'm not a huge fan of Turkish coffee, it's a bit gritty for me, but the presentation of it is just too much. Not a place to go for food, but their desserts and drinks seem pretty stellar. Don't get bummed about the service, go in expecting it to suck, and you don't leave disappointed. Will be going back again for sure.
(3)Kate T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. If I could rate in terms of "range" I'd give it a between 4 to 5. The reason(s) are as follow: Location - Great location! Across from the Perimeter Mall. Kinda hidden within a plaza. KT rating: 5. Environment - Classy. Sophisticated. It gives the feel of the black and white movies - Frank Sinatra, Casablanca, An Affair to Remember... Dimmed lighting, candle light... Quite romantic... KT rating: 5.5 Food - They serve a wide range of desserts from simple to classy. You could just stand there and have them describe each dessert in detail and still have difficulty deciding. My personal favorite, tiramisu with a hint of rum. Simple, light, and tasty. The drink menu is long -- and I do mean, VERY long list. Wine, tea, coffee drinks from various continents. Full bar that can make practically any drink you heart desires! KT rating: 5.5! Service - They take forever... Depends on who is the server. Some nice, some OK, some super nice, and some just forget that they're suppose to be waiting on you! KT rating: 2. Regardless, it's still a very nice place to hang, chill, relax. A great place for couples to spend time, or a girls night out, or catching up with a group of friends! Just make sure if you have enough time to chill. The moment you get sited, you won't be able to leave at least 2-3 hrs later.
(4)Ariel M.
EXCELLENT selection of coffees and teas. I've found myself craving the Cappuccino La Scala on a regular basis. A well-stocked bar with knowledgeable mixologists, they even have absinthe (not my thing, but I was impressed they had it). Some bartenders these days have never even heard of a Brandy Alexander, but it's right there on their drinks menu. Okay, so that definitely dates me, but it's nice to know you can ask for a not-trendy cocktail and not get a blank stare. The pastries are high-end and delicious, but the portions are huge so you might want to share. Super-sweet for the most part, I like their more fruit-based selections like the berry tart. You can order them to go if you want to indulge later and they are packed nicely for the trip home. I wouldn't go for the food - it's okay, but more of an afterthought. We go for the coffee and dessert after a light meal elsewhere or late at night. The Perimeter location is open until 2am at the weekend (I believe the one downtown is open until 3am). I don't know if I'd describe the ambiance as "Euro-trash wannabe" as another Yelper put it, to me it's always seemed to simply be couples and friends enjoying good company and sweets. Service is decent, never had a complaint. We go almost every week for an indulgent coffee and dessert and I plan on continuing the trend. Very satisfied overall and can't wait to take my father-in-law and his girlfriend (SO adorable!) here. Great for a Sunday afternoon outside by the railing, enjoying the flowers and fabulous trees in the courtyard.
(4)Antonio H.
Came here to meet a friend on a weeknight on a whim, which she suggested, and I so had to give her a high five for picking my favorite place without knowing. This is by far my favorite coffee/pastry establishment and I can't say it's because of the coffee but it's the atmosphere. I am a huge coffee drinker and though I had the Cafe Itialiano, it really wasn't the thing that put the smile on my face. It's the fact that you can order coffee with alcohol, a great slice of key lime cake, and enjoy the people around you. I can say though having the fountaining next to you after having a couple of drinks does not help when trying to stay focused on a conversation all I was thinking was "it would be so good to take a nap right now."
(5)Akiko I.
Came back here on my visit back to ATL in 8 years...oh the memories! I've always talked about this place to my husband and finally he understands why I love this place so much. Now, I'm biased because I have fond memories of this place all through my college years in ATL. It was a hangout for us. If someone was to have a blind date or just a date, get together, etc....this was the place. Not much has changed in 8 years except the improvements made on the patio area of the cafe. It has a hard ceiling instead of just a plastic overhead. Oh I did notice that most of the shops in that shopping area has closed...a sad reality of the current economy. * Tiramisu = OMG so delish. One of the best we've tasted. Until now, my fav was at Extraordinary desserts in San Diego but this one is equally yummy! * Tiramisu cheesecake = Very good but a little too sweet for me. If you usually go for sweeter desserts, this one is probably for you over the regular tiramisu * Oreo cheesecake = this one was very good too. Surprisingly not too sweet. * ...Bianca... = Gush, I don't remember the name but it had "bianca" in it I think. It is a latte with white chocolate and espresso....SO YUMMY Everyone ordered so many interesting drinks, I don't remember the specific names BUT we all loved it. I envy my friend who can be here all the time. My husband, who is so hard to please, especially when it comes to cafe, LOVED it. He said he would be here all the time if one existed in L.A.. * Ambiance = cozy and classy * Cafe = delish * Price = average * Cakes = YUUUUUMMMMMMM * Parking = ample
(5)Caitlin B.
Holy hell - WOW! This place is completely amazing, wonderful and orgasmic in every possible way; a girl's paradise for sure. Cakes are fab and the drinks are top notch. My son had a piece of the Oreo cheesecake and I had some sort of Nutella puffed pastry with a Nutella hot chocolate - they were all to die for!! Any excuse to come here. LOVE it!! Just wish there was one closer. I am in LOVE with this place in case you couldn't tell already.
(5)Mike A.
One of my new favorite places. Great afternoon place to meet a friend. Unbelievable drinks menu, and amazing dessert options. Beautiful patio setting. Look forward to my next visit.
(3)Katherine K.
I have to give this place a high rating just for the memories. I was here this week getting some drinks with a friend and it really made me feel homey because the place hasn't changed much since I was in high school. Same sugar cubes, desserts, low flickering candles, dark friendly ambience. The place is usually packed. It's overpriced, but what the hell. It's such a cool little cafe. The cocktails are done right! On this particular last visit, I had the strawberry martini and a seabreeze. I ordered a mandarin martini second, but it wasn't to my liking so the bartender substituted the sea breeze. I also had the red velvet which was pretty good. A bit dry, but still delicious. I've never had a bad experience here and service has always been decent if not consistently good. However, I go here very randomly. If you're looking for a nice little late night spot to get some dessert, coffee, or drinks, this is the only place to go. Amazing selections! There are also more locations throughout Atlanta? I've tried the dessert at the Buckhead location on a late night munchie run with an ex. My EMO friends smoked cigarettes and went to the Dunwoody one after their senior prom. I've hid out at this cafe for a couple of hours when I had to wait before. Random dates. Like I said, MEMORIES.
(4)Barbara C.
Just moved to the area and thought we'd walk to Cafe Intermezzo for an Al fresco breakfast. The place looked really great from the outsider much like a cafe you'd stop at on vacation. The menu looked great. The Latte was pretty good, the waitress, although hard to find was friendly. I had a craving for Eggs Benedict ever since I saw them featured on an episode of MasterChef, so I ordered them. The eggs were not done enough...when the egg white is still see through, it's not done enough. The potatoes it came with were cold and not really grilled....It's like they were left overs. The hollandaise sauce was disgusting. The presentation of the Eggs Benedict was also poorly done. It looked as though it had been sitting for several hours. I asked the waitress if she could bring me some more hollandaise sauce and she happily complied. It was a little tub of hollandaise incomplete with skin. My husband eggs were to his liking, but the sausage had so much pepper (and he's a pepper fan) it ruined the taste. His potatoes were part of the same batch of leftovers. We may walk up for a latte and walk back, but we won't be going back for anything to eat.
(1)Andrew C.
Visit Date: 05.01.2010 Nice place with an intimate atmosphere to order tea, coffee, or any type of coffee drink. They also have a WIDE variety of cheesecakes, about $7.50 a slice. Ordered the B-52 cheesecake and the namesake coffee drink, the Cafe Intermezzo. Both were great. They also have breakfast, lunch, and dinner items, if you're into that.
(4)Cynthia H.
Hello Mr. Olson, I am going to celebrate my bday with a few girlfriends at the Dunwoody location tomorrow. I am a really worried about the service's bad reviews. I hope you are reading the reviews posted online, about that specific location, so you could make sure that the patrons will be taken better care. The two locations that I have been to, are very lovely places, with excellent food/ gourmet coffee/drinks, but I am concerned with all the bad reviews. I have thought about going somewhere else, but again, I will give it a shot, with the hopes that after tomorrow, I will be putting up a great review...so from past experience, I will give it 5 stars today. Will be back here tomorrow...
(5)Jang C.
Before I write this review, I have to let you know that I hate cafes. So my review will be biased a bit. This place is overpriced. I don't normally drink coffee, so I order the other stuff on the menu. They are all munchkin sized portions. I guess I'm not sophisticated enough to sit down and sip my drink slowly talking about philosophy. It's good for groups and at the same time, not good for groups. They do have large tables, but you can't talk to people in your group easily. When I think of a cafe, I think of some intimate setting where you converse in intellectual discussions. Well you really can't socialize here. It's like a restaurant. Why hang out here if you can't really hang out? It's too crowded to move around, and it's too loud. Also, since this is a pretty crowded place, your service will suck. I don't think it's the fault of the servers, but they have to serve a lot of people. I would admit this place is a good date spot. The atmosphere is perfect for that. But I never took my dates here. It's so cliche. I rather take them to some hole in the wall place. I guess it's a good date spot if you are in high school or college. But I doubt it, it's too expensive for those kids.
(1)Kristie C.
Like the Buckhead location better, but fret not because the same quality and deliciousness of food is maintained here. Plus, our server was attentive and friendly. Downside? Two: 1. The lady by the dessert counter wasn't so friendly and seemed reluctant to tell us the desserts. Yes, a bit much to ask what they all are - but my boyfriend has never been, and in Buckhead when I went for the 1st time, they were more than happy to patiently go over what was in the dessert case. 2. Area was a bit deserted in the week, but seemed more alive on the weekend. The Buckhead location was bigger and more romantic, while this location seemed more cramped and just sort of dark, not really romantic.
(3)Samantha V.
My first time was here. I was hooked. I was in love. I was ready to move in and change my last name.... The guy didn't last, but Intermezzo did. There are a few locations, the downtown one has much more historic feel.. the Buckhead location is beautiful... but this one is easy to get to, easy to park, and you can always get a seat. The hummus platter is fabulous. The salads are fabulous. The soy lattes rock my happy vegan heart. Only downside... no vegan desserts. WHYYYYY?????
(4)Sergeo S.
Used to love this place, what happened? The food was tasteless and not fresh, even the coffee was watered down. The prices however reflect fine dining. They need a make over big time!!!!
(1)Pamela C.
Absolutely loved this place! I really love the ambiance here & feel that it is great for any occasion. The beautiful interior decor makes the place look cozy, romantic, & a bit upscale. There's a bar with an array of delicious cakes and cheesecakes, an extensive beverage list and food. Honestly, I've never actually eaten anything here besides the desserts. It's always been a meet up spot for my frineds and I where we can enjoy a cup of coffee and perhaps share a delicious dessert. I went with a couple of friends recently to introduce one them to this lovely spot & celebrate their bday. Now the experience I was hoping for them to get out of the evening was not quite pleasant but had a great turn around thanks to Amity of management. Let me explain by saying that our service was pretty bad and slow. It took more than 15 minutes for our coffee to come out and I had asked our server if they can put a candle or do something nice for my friend since it was their birthday. First off, they gave me a crappy excuse about how they don't do those types of things for such occasions. Now I know they must've had a bad shift or something because I've been here plenty times to celebrate a birthday or two before and the staff always seem to help and create a great time for the customer, obviously they didn't. Although this mishap occurred I still give this place 4 stars because of my passed experiences and the staff is kind and friendly.
(4)Jenny L.
THERE WAS A FULL SIZED COCKROACH IN OUR HOT CHOCOLATE. THE SIZE OF MY THUMB. Okay, now that I have your attention, I wanted to warn everyone about my experience. I am a regular at Intermezzo, especially this location. So after dinner at Maggiano's, my mom, my sister-in-law and I decided to go to Intermezzo for some dessert. We ordered two hot chocolates, a mimosa, and a sambuco cake. My mom ate all of the whipped cream off the hot chocolate first with her spoon then began to drink the hot chocolate itself. She drank more than half of her hot chocolate before realizing the disgusting cockroach floating upside down. My mom didn't even notice anything at first. I personally thought it was chocolate shaving but I was wondering why it wasn't melting. My sister-in-law found it strange and took her spoon and scooped it up. My sister-in-law and I stared at it hard for about 5 seconds before we could realize what it actually was. We both screamed out loud and she dropped the spoon back into the cup. After we told my mom what it was, my mom went to the restroom to vomit out all of what she had drank. Then it took us forever to get the attention of a host to call the manager because maybe screaming and finding bugs is normal or something.. We were all so traumatized and shaken up. And once we got the manager, things got worse. The manager refused to take responsibility and all she had said was "I didn't put it there, there's nothing I can do about it." When I asked her what the cafe's health inspection score was, she said "Um, 85... No, wait, 83." I asked her if she's the 'manager', isn't her job to 'manage' what goes on. And how did they not notice a FULL SIZED ADULT COCKROACH being poured into a mug? All she kept saying was "It already happened, and I can't do anything." ................... SERIOUSLY? "Oh, I ran someone over but it already happened, I can't do anything about it" I realize drinking cockroach juice isn't equivalent to running someone over, but as a manager she should've AT LEAST asked if there's anything she could do for us regarding the incident. The conversation got to the point where I had to ask her if she was talking back to me because of the attitude. She then brought a male manager. He comes up to us and has the audacity to ask how we would like to take care of the bill. ..................ONCE AGAIN, SERIOUSLY?! I asked him "Are you serious right now? You expect us to pay for the drinks?" And he said "Hold on." And went away for about 3 minutes. When he had returned he told us that the bill was taken care of and if we would like a gift certificate. WOULD ANYBODY IN THEIR RIGHT MIND WANT A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO WHERE THEY DRANK A COCKROACH INFUSED HOT CHOCOLATE????? First above all, we barely touched our drinks and cake by that point, my mom just drank her hot chocolate rather quickly. Second above all, the two managers handled the situation VERY POORLY. VERY VERY POORLY. Third, need I say more? I wish I told him to drink the cockroach hot chocolate and I'll pay for everyone's tab in the cafe. I repeat, it was an adult full-sized cockroach with long antennas. My mom vomited at least six times so far. And it's 3:46 A.M. but we all can't even fall asleep because we're still in shock. If the managers handled it very professionally and was genuinely concerned for my mom's health, I think it would've somewhat alleviated the situation. A simple "Are you okay?" to my mom would've acceptable. My mom needs to go to the doctor's for a check-up now, considering the amount of bacteria and filth that one cup of hot chocolate had. What I do not understand is HOW THIS HAPPENED. How did they not notice it? How did it even get poured into the cup? My sister-in-law thinks that it might've been in the chocolate syrup and they didn't notice it when they were pouring it out because of the dark color that blended in. So that means all the hot chocolates that were served tonight were all immersed by a cockroach. I just wish to warn you about my horrifying experience here so everyone can reconsider before you end up drinking cockroaches. Anyone need pictures to be persuaded? Needless to say, I have plenty and they are appalling and sickening.
(1)David C.
Intermezzo is expensive, but I always have a good time here with company. The deserts are pretty good, but the foods are kind of hit or miss. The crepes, if you've been to Paris you should know what a crepe tastes like. I didn't like the batter on the prosciutto crepe too much and the edam cheese was a bit tough. I don't recommend the crepes. But, I have only tried one here, so don't take my word for it. The grilled chicken sandwich which I had the most recent visit was good, and the waitress recommended subbing the foccacia bread bun for the normal poppyseed bun, which was a good choice. I like how they seasoned the chicken, and it was nice and crispy. I may get the Reuben next time, because it looked really good across from me. I tried Turkish coffee for my first time here, and it's a distinct flavor, and though it comes with a lot of sediment at the bottom, I enjoyed it. Comes in a small portion because it is strong. Coffee this time was good. Our waitress recommended a one with Nutella in it; I used to put Nutella in my coffee all the time at work before we stopped dripping it for customers, so I naturally went with that recommendation. The paste wasn't dissolved well, and there were a few chunks at the bottom, but I guess it's hard to dissolve everything completely. Without the Hazelnut in it, I think the coffee itself wouldn't have been too impressive. Would've liked a bit more Nutella in it. The service can be spotty, depending on who you get. The orders were slightly mixed up between two pasta dishes in my group, being that one was made spicy, when the other was suppose to be. And there was one length of time, she could've come back to refill our glasses. At the end, she did not tell us there was gratuity added on. We were only a party of four and not six, which is what I think is when they're suppose to charge gratuity, so maybe she was afraid we wouldn't have tipped her based on the slight mix-up, and added it. But, we said it was okay and tipped on top of it, because the rest of her service was good and she made it fun.
(3)Julia S.
The three stars are for the delicious cake, coffee, and tastefully romantic European vibe and decor. The lack of two stars is for the lack of our waiter's presence EVERY SINGLE TIME! Been here about four or five times and even when the restaurant is near-empty, our glasses always are empty for like, twenty minutes, until they get re-filled. Our food takes forever to come. One time when it was taking an hour for our food to come, we even complained to the manager, who was there, we got up and left because we were really annoyed and had somewhere to be anyways. I don't know why they don't change, as so many of this place's reviews complain about the bad service.
(3)Tavi H.
I love this place. I have been coming here for 20 years since I have moved to Atlanta. The terrace with the fountain in the middle could be quite romantic. Perfect place to bring a date. The menu covers a broad selection of specialty coffees, beers from all over the world, lots of wines, cocktails and other liqueurs. Last but not least, their various types of cakes are delicious. Also the food is decent and interestingly preparers and served. Over all, I would highly recommend this place for any day or night of the week. The service is great and staff is very professional and friendly. This place is a must and required visit!!!!
(5)Janet A.
The ambiance of Cafe Intermezzo is very relaxing, the setting is very romantic and I love the dim lighting, but don't count on it always being calm because if it's a weekend you'll be able to hear so many conversations going all at once. However, it never gets loud and is a perfect setting to have friendly get-togethers and date-nights, of course. Out of any place I've ever been to, this restaurant has, by far, the largest beverage menu I have ever seen. I however, am not much of a coffee drinker or a drinker-drinker so in that aspect I won't be much help. I never fail to ask for Orangina. For those who have no clue what that is, it is a carbonated orange juice, similar to San Pellegrino Aranciata. If you love deserts then you have to come visit this place at least once, my favorite right not is the strawberry-Nutella crepe. I mean, who doesn't love Nutella, and strawberries are always great when accompanied by chocolate. It is the BEST! Also, if you're a tiramisu kind of person then you have to try theirs. Although is not portioned well, considering it's almost $10, it will be on the top of your favorites list. If you're looking to have dinner, I recommend getting the crab cakes in red pepper sauce as an appetizer, they are worth the waiting so delicious! As a meal I recommend the Chicken Chipotle Panini, the bread is toasted so well, and just about anything with chipotle mayonnaise is always full of flavor. Trust me, these are the things to get. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars is because the wait time for proper service, even when it's not a weekend, is just horrible. Most servers are very nice and polite, don't get me wrong. But, you might be seated within the first two minutes you step in the door and then left to wait 10 minutes to be greeted and another 20 minutes for them to bring you your drinks and take your order.
(4)Licca K.
Probably my most favorite Cafe Intermezzo location. The water fountains, the patio, and atmosphere all collectively make for a nice date outing. Of course, if it's nice outside, pick the patio over inside. It's just all very relaxed. As many have mentioned, their drink menu is extensive and includes a table of contents. Most of the non-specialty drinks will be toward the front at least, typical house sweet tea, simple coffee, or sodas. The drink menu is impressive though. Really the most notable thing about Cafe Intermezzo besides drinks is it makes a nice place to meet up with people and just enjoy the time. Otherwise, I wouldn't leap backwards for anything on their food menu. Most of what I've had was sufficient and tasted good. Consistency is well done. Their coffee is very good as well. For a matter of fact, back onto drinks, their drinks are so nice! Our last visit, we had the: Mediterranean Wrap: Pretty standard gyro. Mostly veg, and very tasty. The pita was soft and the hummus had a nice flavor. Side of chips were nice too. Avocado & Almond Salad: I opted for the vinaigrette to the side, which I was glad. It's a salty citrus-y sort of dressing which I wasn't much a fan of. The salad itself came with a bit of bread and lots of avocado, however nothing special. I may start assigning any visits here just to relax and get a cup of tea. Alon's Bakery & Market is right next door too, so maybe something to visit and look at before having a tea break at Intermezzo.
(4)Paul K.
[Time & Date of visit]: Many weekday nights, weekend afternoons and evenings. [Party Size]: 2-8 [Location/Ambiance]: Parking - Weekdays there seems to be a good bit of parking on the Alon's, Spa Sydell and McKendricks side with out issue. I like to enter and leave here via Perimeter Center E rd instead of passing the Exxon gas station and parking in the front. Weekend nights - ummm... yeah. You'll be doing some laps or going up and down row looking for a spot. Inside - I can't remember exactly what year they remodeled, but having an actual roof over the paved / concrete flooring makes things a little more comforting while still giving some tables to be completely "outside". We'll just call it the "patio" section, which is more spacious I think, though a light definition compared to how cramp it is inside. The metal chairs are pretty un-comfy, fair warning for girls in shorts; you'll have the outlining on the back of your legs when leaving. Restroom - A little more hidden to any out of towners or first timers. Past the bar and in the hallway that only looks like a back room for servers to enter orders. Men's room has two standing urinals and one stall I believe. Ambiance - Candle light tables and dimly lit dining notions a romantic atmosphere and / or intimate experience. Noise levels can range, depending on how busy they are. [Service]: Full dining style. Though consistency has been a hit or miss. I think it just depends how busy they are and how many other tables your server may be juggling. Ok to great. Have yet to have a bad server experience though. Ordering Cakes / pies / dessert display case - A "cake-pert" or two (trademark pending =P) explains the various desserts on display that day. They do not like to put labels out for some reason. But you can always ask what's "in it". Though, I think it is confusing as they are dressed normally instead of server attire. [Food Highlights]: *Tip - All cakes / desserts aren't actually made on location but delivered. Though they do give a very huge, generous slice for sharing. If you want to. Spinach Cheese Dip - Good if you enjoy things cheesy. More dip than bread, so scoop generously. Seafood Cheese Dip - Creamy and cheesy. Bits of seafood. Yes please. Lobster ravioli - Portions are small, was ok. Smoked Salmon Pasta - Very creamy. Salmon was ok. Pretty good. Almond tiramisu - Slightly bland on top and rich on the bottom layer. So so. Coconut cream cake - Overly rich than anything. Meh. Bosco - Not as good as it used to be. Pretty tart. Mexican hot chocolate - Medium level sweetness. Pretty good. Mint Chocolate Granita - A tad too rich for my tastes. Hot Chocolate (regular) - Semi sweet to me I think. Ok choice if you're overwhelmed by all the options. {Summary}: I think that service and noise levels would fluctuate depending if you are going on a weekday or weekend evening. Certain food items have been consistent most times we have it, others are just meh. It's usually an after dinner spot for whenever I visit, I don't think most entree's here would be filling. The cake slices are def. made for sharing unless you are a big foodie, then by all means nom nom away. 3.5 stars.
(4)John E.
You can find this location of Cafe Intermezzo at 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30346, the Park Place shopping center across from the Perimeter Mall. Other restaurants in the same mall include the very good tapas at Eclipse di Luna (across the courtyard), steaks at McKendrick's, Sage Woodfire Grill and of course Alon's Bakery. The location on Peachtree was one of my favorite hangouts when I first came to Atlanta in the late 80's - it was always good for an after dinner nightcap, perhaps a dessert and/or a cup of espresso or cappuccino. I discovered this location while working as a chef at the now defunct Mi Spia which originally was a few doors down in Park Place. Intermezzo was always there to provide a different experience from the places where I worked, and since it was so close I would frequent the bar after work or stop in for coffee before. Intermezzo is about as close to a real international cafe as you will find in Atlanta - the interior is lavish with wood and chandeliers, the dining area lush and the bar expansive. The place reeks of old-world-charm and is simply perfect for a late rendezvous or tête-à -tête. This place also has a phenomenal adult drink list and expert bartenders and I still haven't gotten to the desserts.They also serve a good brunch and have an expansive lunch menu. But really, you need to experience Cafe Intermezzo for the desserts. The assortment and styles of classic cakes, tarts, cheesecakes and pies is truly astounding. Combine any of these with the great coffee or fine cocktail and you have a winning combination. I don't have any favorites - actually I'm trying to cut down a bit - but I did order a double cappuccino the last time I visited. Service in general is very good - seating can be a bit of a bear, especially early evenings and if you want to enjoy the outdoors. Otherwise the service here is very good. Oh, and did I mention they have a tardis out front? Whovians rejoice! (longer review with many photos on my food blog)
(4)Andy B.
I went here for dessert with friends and having been told the Tiramisu is very good (and it being in the top 3 of my favorite desserts ever) I had to try it. I was not disappointed, it was not overly sweet, you could taste the coffee and the bitter cocoa powder - it was a very very good tiramisu (which seems to be very hard to find these days). I would go back and try some of the other desserts (white chocolate lemon/raspberry cake and a canoli cheesecake sounded good).
(4)Laura A.
Worse service I ever had!!! The food was normal, in my opinion expensive for the simple flavor. My husband and I ordered a hot chocolate deluxe, caramel Frappuccino and a tres leches.
(2)Gio B.
Been to Cafe Intermizzo many many times, love it! Very cozy and intimate place. They do have the best hot chocolates! The beverage menu feels like a little booklet - they have every single beverage you can think off, alcoholic and non alcoholic. Last time I went I got the chicken florentine crepes ( did not quite enjoy it, too much cream and sauce - the crepes were pretty soggy), my friend got the turkey and brie crepe and really enjoyed it. Interesting fact: there is a "Learn Japanese 101" tape playing in the bathroom, which encourages you to repeat back phrases and words after a native speaker says them aloud.
(4)Tiffany Y.
It's been years since I last set foot inside this Cafe Intermezzo, but it was nice coming back and trying them out. A group of us from work decided to come here for... technically cake, but we ended up ordering regular food as well. I ordered the spinach cheese dip that could come with crackers or bread, so I only got bread. My other friends ordered a half Caesar salad and a Chicken Panini with kettle chips. The food didn't take long to come out but we were in no hurry either. I only drank water because their drink menu was bananas long... I'll study it next time I go. My other friends ordered a Salted Caramel Granita (with alcohol) which wasn't bad, but I don't like coffee and found it bitter and my friend also got a surprise at the bottom of her glass... all the salt was there... Guess one should stir the drink up before reaching the bottom... My other friend ordered a hot chocolate Glasgow... which she gets all the time. I didn't try hers as I do not drink hot chocolate during the summer. The food was pretty good. The spinach cheese dip was rich creamy and had good seasoning. I'm glad the server brought me extra bread as I only smeared small amounts onto the bread and had a lot of dip left. I heard no complaints about the small Caesar salad or Panini so it's safe to say they were enjoyed as well. Now on to the sweets. I ordered the seven layer chocolate cake that was suppose to have a thin layer of raspberry on the top layer... but it was definitely lacking in any raspberry flavor what so ever. Also I'm not sure how their cakes are prepared such as baked and frozen or baked and refrigerated but my cake tasted watered down. And to take in to account how long it was sitting in the case, it just could've been so much better but it just came off as thin and flat tasting. So one friend ordered Mint Chocolate chip cake and her cake tasted better than mine, so perhaps it was fresher, and it was definitely super minty... and another friend ordered their Oreo Cheesecake which tasted good but I can't eat a lot of cheesecake but I wouldn't mind sharing a piece of that with someone. They do need to make sure Oreos are spread more evenly throughout the cheesecake as she had a huge chunk that was just plain, but other than that... it was the better selection out of each of our desserts. Service was fine and the hostesses are helpful when picking out cake from the case if you don't know what you want. I wouldn't mind coming back and trying a different dessert though. Other than that everything was Ok in my book, but next time I return I hope I leave as a fan...
(3)Phoebe T.
Sorry Intermezzo, you can't have such an extensive menu and just SUCK at making food in general. It's been a while since I've been back here (since 2010 in fact) and the food still sucks! Came here for lunch (not my idea) and was disappointed once again! I was so happy to see crepes because I love crepes and instead I got this bastardized version of chicken, spinach and mushrooms in an alfredo sauce wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Gross, never again Cafe Intermezzo.
(1)Nilu R.
I love the atmosphere and the coffee / hot chocolate drinks are great. This was my first time having a meal there and I wasn't all that impressed. I had the caprese salad. It was OK ... They didn't use the right tomatoes. Instead of large, red, round beef steak tomatoes, they used small, barely ripe roma tomatoes and it barely had any seasoning or dressing. Not really all that great. My company had the greek salad and added salmon. He seemed to enjoy it but it didn't look much like a greek salad and was somewhat small in the dish they served it in, specially when they put a large piece of cooked salmon on top. There's no nice way to eat it. It needed to be served in a bigger wider bowl or plate or something. It's a nice place but I felt like we were eating at nowhere special based on our salads.
(3)Tony H.
Nice atmosphere, cool patio, decent service. I say decent because I ordered salmon for my salad and instead I got shrimp. That's fine they are both water-related food. Actually, the shrimp was pretty tasty. The salad was the almond avocado salad. It was just okay, rather mediocre. The shrimp saved it. I gave it a 3 since the other dishes that people ordered looked good.
(3)Corrie G.
Cute little spot tucked away. I went at 4pm on a Friday. The service and business was slow. The waitress was kind but clearly a little bored and forgot about her table a few times, even though I was at the only table in her section. The dessert tour was really good and the "dessert bartender" was very knowledgeable about all of the sin in their sweets. I choose the strawberry cake made with strawberry icing and yes I had a side of vanilla ice cream that was just a tad bit over frozen. It was still so delicious! This spot is perfect for an intimate date. But not if you are trying to "hide." The tables are all exposed. You can see everyone. Ladies don't worry about ordering too much food, the tables are very small which will help you avoid having big eyes. Plus the portions are small. Guys if you are trying to score brownie points take your girl here and be sure to bring just one fresh flower, it would go perfect on the cute little European style table. Overall...good stuff...try it.
(4)Charles P.
We visited on a Sunday, around noon. The service was excruciatingly slow, probably because they were prepping for a private event in their separate room. Regular customers suffered as a result. I ordered the egg and bacon panini. It arrived cold and hard. The crepes were cold, the seafood pasta only so-so, etc. Our 2-year old had a banana and Nutella crepe. Five people ate. No appetizers. No dessert. Total bill came to $100 with tip for a very ordinary meal with slow service. You can do better elsewhere.
(2)No E.
I like the restaurants seating layout, both indoor and outdoor. They have a good menu with a lot of variety. My service was terrible, worst waiter ever!
(3)Christy M.
Once again, amazing coffee and dessert! Wish our waitress had been a little more friendly.
(4)Tiffany D.
I don't remember Cafe Intermezzo being this good years ago, but by golly it's darn good now! I won't waste time talking about their (amazing) desserts and coffees, as plenty of folks have done that already. But I will let you know that their actual food menu is pretty darn good too! Many might hesitate to order dinner here, as this place specializes in dessert...but I urge you to do so! You'll be happy you did! I've tried the following: Food: Baked Baby Brie with almonds, served with raisin-walnut bread and apple slices: Great appetizer! Spicy Tortellini Alfredo: Yum Italian Gnocchi: Yum Chicken Chipotle Panini: This is my favorite thing to order for brunch. Springer Mountain Chicken, red onions, tomatoes, provolone cheese, and chipotle mayonnaise on ciabatta bread served all hot and melty. Beverages: I recommend the Mimosas (they use a good punchy dry champagne in this) or the Strawberry Martini. (ask for top shelf) As per the ambience: A snuggly little nook of a place. All wood furnished with mirrors on all walls that make the low lights dance and twinkle. Very romantic in the evening. So grab your honey and saunter over to Intermezzo for a little bite! Wear: A silk pocket square, your best leather wingtips and a lucky rabbit's foot. Listen to: The Flamingos: "I only have eyes for you".
(5)Tuong Vi P.
I've been coming here for years, probably since 2006/2007, so this review is extremely overdue. If you would have asked me back then what I thought of Café Intermezzo, I'd have told you it was one of my favorite places ever. Throw in that I grew up in Connecticut and did not have places like this near home, the late-night hours, and lots and lots of cakes and the bait caught me. I used to go to Intermezzo any chance I had back when I moved to Atlanta and loved sipping coffee, munching on cakes, and even getting a real bite to eat. As the years have passed, I've become more exposed to the great eats and drinks that our city has to offer and I've discovered that there are tons of options. Many fitting in better with my cheapskate ways. Additionally, I've been slightly put off by menu choices for food, with many dishes of a lackluster quality but priced as though they were otherwise. I know, this place is better for drinks and desserts, but I've been here more than a handful of times for both lunch and dinner and have left unimpressed on a few occasions. Breakfast dishes are decent and are what I typically go for. I've tried salads and really enjoyed one with fried goat cheese and strawberries. This place is packed and my review won't change that. The ambience is still awesome and truth be told, I very recently brought my best childhood friend visiting from Germany to have an after-dinner coffee. He was thoroughly impressed and we enjoyed people-watching and the beautiful weather from an outside table. Go have a nice coffee and share a massive slice of cake with someone who tickles your fancy. Make sure to eat dinner elsewhere and you'll have a grand ol' time indeed.
(3)Judy L.
I've been coming to this location's Cafe Intermezzo for over half a decade or so. I just remembering coming here when I was still in college and frequented Cafe Intermezzo literally every weekend after hitting up Taco Mac down the street. I frequented this location so much that I've tried all of their cheesecakes at least twice and can name them as well. As you can tell, I am a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. I am also a fan of their hot teas. I would say that Cafe Intermezzo is the busiest on Friday & Saturday nights. Parking can be a nightmare of the weekends. The wait can be 20 to 30 minute long on the weekends. There is complimentary WiFi. FOOD: - Food: When I came a few years ago, I was not a fan of their dining menu as their food was sub-par and just not that amazing compared to their great desert menu so I would usually stay away from ordering from their dining menu. However, I have given them a second chance and I am very fond of the following items -- spicy tortellini and the spinach & cheese dip. The seafood dip is great as well. The spicy tortellini is great by itself without protein. I am addicted to the spicy tortellini. It has lots of flavor. Don't even think about ordering anything else except the spicy tortellini. It is highly recommended by the servers here. Both the spinach and seafood dips are great for sharing. They come with sliced bread and crackers for dipping. - Cheesecakes: I've tried all their cheesecakes and they are all very good. You cannot go wrong with any of their cheesecakes. - Teas & Drinks: Teas are amazing. They come in the unique tea container that allows you to decide how long you want your tea leaves to sit in the hot water. My friend loves their Cafe Hazel and this other drink that has espresso and white chocolate. I've also tried their non-alcoholic drinks that are fruity and fun to drink. RANT ABOUT SERVICE: (The one thing that Cafe Intermezzo needs to re-vamp): The one thing that keeps me from giving this place a 5 stars even though I've been coming here for years and am a dedicated and loyal customer of Cafe Intermezzo is the service is not great. I would say I've only received great service a few times. I mean look at each and every one of these reviews -- you can see the one complaint of everyone is the service and it's not even because they are super busy the service is disappointing. I think they do not have a large enough staff to support the demand of patrons that come in on the weekends. Most of the time, you see your own server forget to come by and check up on you and your table guests. There have been plenty of times where my friends would have to get up to hunt for the service for the check. The turnover of each table is not quick enough and that's why I think the service is just disappointing. The most disappointing is the hostess stand. There was one time where the hostess completely cuts off my friend when my friend tried to check in with hostess stand by telling her the number in our party of five, and to give her number to them so that they can notify us when the table is ready. The hostess cuts her off and then forgets that we were there first before the huge crowds started to come in. The hostess then proceeds to seat everyone that came after us. We tried again to tell her and she said, "oh, just a table for two?" and we said, "no, five. We checked in with you earlier". She says, "There's going to be a wait.". I think this was the hostess' fault for cutting us off earlier. She needs to be re-trained and to be taught how to handle the front. Honestly, this was the most disappointing thing I've seen in the hospitality industry. Overall, yes, I will continue to dine and frequent Cafe Intermezzo and also take friends here. I do always warn them to not expect much of the service from this establishment. Service will always be disappointing, especially on the weekends.
(4)T P.
Amazing date night location or place to take friends from out of town. Also a relaxed place to meet up with a couple of friends. Not the place to go if you have a strict timetable or expect hovering servers. Actually that is my biggest gripe with service. Sometimes your server will ignore you for long stretches of time or just disappear for 20 minutes. I've been frustrated a few times when I've needed my check or a water refilled and my server is just MIA or looks right at me and walks on by me. I know I'm not imagining this because I've seen it happen to other people. Bottom line, don't go if you have to be anywhere before tomorrow. To say the drink menu is impressive is an understatement. More of a textbook on alcoholic beverages, it is interesting and informative. My husband always finds an interesting scotch or high gravity beer. A caution here is they don't always have everything on the menu, sometimes it takes two or three picks to find something in stock. Coffee drinks are varied and tasty. Regular food is okay, but the cheesecakes reach another level. So many choices. The prices per slice may seem steep until you get your slice, then oh my where do I put this.
(3)Tasia K.
What can I say about Cafe Intermezzo that hasn't already been said? The atmosphere is very casual and reminiscent of a cafe in Paris, or any other European city for that matter. This is our go-two place for an outing with friends or a romantic date night with my husband. Whether we're meeting for coffee and dessert or a bite to eat and drinks - the experience is always comfortable and relazing. My most recent visit was in February - where I met up with a friend visiting from California. We had a wonderful Saturday brunch where we both dined on salads, and (intentionally) left room for a little bit of dessert. I had the Cobb Salad which was amazing...and left me talking about it to friends for days. Over the course of many visits, I have sampled dozens of teas and coffees, plenty of their delicious desserts...and can honestly say I've never had a bad experience. The patio is our favorite place to dine, and we've often clustered tables together for groups of 10-12+ friends. This is definitely the kind of place (if you go often enough like we do) that you will inevitably run into people you know.
(5)Nanto Y.
A charming venue for coffee and conversation, or just spending a few minutes alone with your thoughts, a journal, or laptop. :) The espresso was delicious, as was the M&M Cheesecake. My server Margaret was incredibly helpful, friendly and gracious. I highly recommend Cafe Intermezzo for the coffee, desserts and as a place to spend a few quiet minutes or hours. Wifi worked perfectly and there were outlets available. While it was in the 90's outside (yay August in Georgia), the patio was only warm with a refreshing breeze from the overhead fans. Add the gurgling of the fountains and soft jazz music and you have a lovely European bistro feel in the American South.
(5)Jess E.
This is a great place to catch up with girlfriends and have coffee and desserts. Not a big fan of their food though. The place is so cute!
(4)Jennifer S.
This place is just so damn cute and romantic! Just ahhhhhh! A special candle lit brunch/dinner/late night desserts is beautiful. The scenery of Atlanta is beautiful overall as well as the location that it is at. I adore the entrance, the scenery, and everything they have to offer. I ordered the cranberries with chicken and mash potatoes and I almost died because it was sooooo damn good! I loved the candle lit dinner I had with my boyfriend. The place is dim, so it has that romantic feel to it. The hot chocolates, drinks, and deserts are pretty good. Yes, I am aware of the how small the food proportions were and it is a CAFE, so I was still hungry after we ate. For how pricey it was, they still should've offered more. But overall, I do recommend!
(5)Le Quyen T.
The atmosphere here is great. It's a perfect place for dates or just friends gathering. I enjoyed having dinner and desserts here because of how relax the place is.
(5)Janelle D.
I don't think I'll be going here anymore, which is such a shame because I adore the menu and all its billions of drink options (even if a little overwhelming) and the food. I love their extensive list of beverages, their sandwiches and salads... but what good is all of that if the food can't get to my table at a reasonable time? The last FOUR times I've visited the service has been sorely, sorely lacking. Today was no different, and like the other times, I didn't pick the spot and, again, like all the other times, I wondered why I didn't speak up when it was suggested. Hoping against hope? Well, that won't be happening again! Today I had brunch with two girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. We got there at noon and there was some light traffic but it seemed slow for a Sunday. I spoke to two hostesses and both had no idea where my party was. They told me to go walk around the restaurant to find them myself. Waters were never refilled - we had to ask after a good 15 minutes had gone by AND after our server failed to notice the three empty glasses lining the edge of the table begging to be refilled. He seemed very uninterested in his job. He was slow to take our orders, slow to bring our mimosas (it took another 15-20 from the time the other was placed and brought to our table), and we started to wonder if he was ever going to take our food orders, which also took a looooong time to come out. Then, he forget to bring out the slice of tiramisu we had requested to surprise the birthday girl. We got the check instead. Sigh. I like giving places another chance on the hope that maybe I caught them on a bad day, but Cafe Intermezzo seems to have too many bad days regarding service. Four times is enough, right? When you go out to eat part of what you're paying for is the experience -- and their lack of interest takes away from that immensely. Is there a high turnover I'm not aware of? The last time I dined here, which was last summer, I went through the exact same slowpoke service. I thought it would be different today. I just don't get it. And it's a such a let down, because it's a cute menu with great options for brunch, lunch and dinner.
(1)shawn s.
Extremely BAD service. We order cheesecake & some drinks, it took almost 30 minutes to get drinks & another 10 plus minutes for cheesecake. The server didn't bring any forks. Asked her & it's been another 15 minutes & no service. Sorry not coming here anymore. Asked for the manager & he / she would not come to the table.
(1)Adrian C.
This is what I get for eating real food at a dessert restaurant. This location is not as good as the Buckhead location. The service is subpar and so is the food and drink selection. I came here for birthday cake on Tuesday. My server was attentive which is good seeing as we were the only people in the restaurant. We had the seafood dip for the appetizer. They don't offer enough bread and crackers for the amount of dip so we had to wait 20 minutes for more bread and by that time out appetizer had gotten cold. I ordered a burger thinking to myself, "this is a safe bet, you can't screw up a burger" and boy was I wrong. The meat was rare and tasteless. Boo!!! My friend had some type of questionable Coleslaw as a side item that made us both projective vomit in our mouths. I'm giving this experience a 2 because our server was sweet and the coffee was so good I wept. At least the got the coffee right.
(2)Miss G.
i didnt expect much because a mid rating on yelp and my guess was just right. It's a nice place to hangout but if you are in hurry, please go somewhere else because the wait is pretty long during dinner time (30+mins) if you decide to wait, read their drink menu because they have very long lists and you dont want to spend another 30mins just to decide which drink you want to get. My fav cake are the tiramisu(not too sweet n not too strong).. the red velvet cake is also not bad (soft n fluffy), almond fudge( the fair amount of almond flavor )and oreo cheesecake(maybe better than cheesecake factory, seems quiet legit!) i gave 3 stars only because I had Turkish coffee and didnt enjoy it, it's so watery and the coffee wasnt that strong, I once had better coffee somewhere else..it definitely ruined my night. I will probably come back and give it another try but probably not in a near future.
(3)Sheena S.
I absolutely love the desserts and beverages here. They rotate the desserts out so they always have something new for me to try. There are not name tags in the bakery case so you have to get either the hostess or someone behind the counter to tell you what they are. Depending on who it is, this can be either a bad or good thing. The times I've gone in the middle of the week, the staff has been friendly and attentive. I would not suggest going on the weekend. They don't get too crowded but all the servers are rude and look annoyed when you ask them for anything. The place itself is beautiful and I enjoy the ambiance. They need to really work on their customer service. This is probably the only thing holding them back from receiving 4 or 5 stars.
(3)Frederick M.
It's hard to believe service could be that bad, but it is. This has been going on for years and the reason why I say I'll never come back. However somehow I do. They take between 5-10 minutes to greet the table and an extraordinary amount of time to do anything else. Coffees are cold by the time they get to the table. Ice is melted in cocktails. He brought water but didn't ask if we would like additional drinks. Never checked to take a food order. We had to tell the waiter how to do his job. It was pathetic. This is the type of place where the service is so negligent that you could walk out on your bill and nobody would notice.
(1)Yeajin L.
At first we were seated right front of the door, which I didn't really appreciate especially the fact that half of the restaurant was empty. Not the best first impression in my opinion. I asked to be re-seated, and it was much better location. Away from the door, away from the bathroom. The menu: their beverage menu was very informative and fun to look through. It explained what's in it, what it would taste like. I truly wanted to try every single drink on there (ranging from coffee to tea to cocktails with and without alcohol), but I'd be bankrupted. I believe the menu was longer than fifty pages. I ended up getting Walk on the Beach, which you can't go wrong with. Delicious juice. My cousin ordered Mimosa, also good. For the food, she ordered Southern Breakfast, which we can all imagine what it tastes like. I ordered the Duck Crepe with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese. I was feeling adventurous! And it was pretty good! Never tasted anything like it. It was definitely new, but on the good side. It had one strong scent, maybe nutmeg, but for the most part, I enjoyed it. I was afraid there would be a lot of goat cheese, making it too creamy, but nope. Perfect amount. The duck wasn't fatty at all which I liked. Overall, they did a good job balancing out duck, fig, and cheese. We also ordered dessert, Coppa Caffe gelato. It is creamier than I thought, but delicious. And you get to keep the glass cup, not the saucer however. The service was okay, a little bit slow.
(3)Claudia A.
I always come back for more. It's the perfect date spot especially if you have an all female outing. First you need to know that every time I come here the service is pretty slow which for most folks means bad. But at least this night our waiter was the nicest slow waiter we've ever had. He made some mistakes but he fessed up and apologized. Usually i get indifference. You would think this would keep me away but let me tell you why I continue to come back. The food is awesome. We shared the duck crepe that had goat cheese and figs. So delicious though the figs where too sweet for my girl friend, I ate them up (yay more for me). I normally get the chicken gnochi and you should too, it's the perfect blend of cheese and chicken in a savory sauce. I always come to nibble on plate that I share and then we each get a dessert. Tonight we tried the Tiramasu and although they tried to push 2 slices on us (cutting it in half is hard boo hoo) I told them to give us a single serving, we won't need it cut in half and we can just use 2 forks. It was more than enough since we where almost full anyway. FYI it's about 2.5 square inches, you decide if you need 2 for 2 people. We got the coffee drinks that have liquor in them but decaf since it was 12am. Another perk of this Cafe is that if you work late and need a place open late, this place is there till 1am to serve you. Another tip: Eclipse De Luna is right across in the same shopping center. I always start there with a cheap drink and maybe a tapas. Then I mosey on over to Intermezzo for Coffee and Dessert and sometimes an entree to fill me up since we all know tapas leave you wanting for more.
(3)Stephanie C.
This cafe has a wonderful selection of drinks from coffee to cocktails to virgin drinks. I had a wonderful peppermint mocha on the patio with my boyfriend and our server Warren was very nice and consistent. It feels like you are not in America anymore while sitting there I love the atmosphere and I will be back.
(5)ChauPha N.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for romantic dates, catching up with friends, or birthday celebrations! The atmosphere is great. I love their dark and moody lighting with candles in the middle of the table. The mirror is also a great touch. I even love their restrooms. A recording that will teach you french is in the background. :D How classy. So because I love this place so much, I have probably visited this place more than 20 times within the last couple of years. I have tried a lot of items on their menu, and so I will only list my favorites. Favorite: -Island punch (Virgins) -Rose (I believe they no longer have this, even if its still on the menu) -Oreo cheesecake -Cheesecakes -Orangina -Seafood Dips -White Chocolate Thats just a couple that i can remembered, I need the menu to list more lol. But those I listed above, to me they are all great and I love the fact that this place is open till 2am on the weekends. But let me warn you, Cafe intermezzo's service is not the best. Sometimes, it might be even downright bad. So don't expect amazing services. There might be a long wait as well. A wait for you to order, to receive your drinks and to get your check. So expect to wait. And Thats why this place only deserves 4 stars. A solid 5 only if the service improve. So be warn! :) But do try them out for their desserts and drinks!
(4)Coco B.
Went late on a Sunday night, food was good, service was good until we ordered dessert. Waited 20 minutes to receive it, in which we watched other patons desserts who ordered after us, whizz on by, which is really disappointing (we sat right in front of the cake display). Decided to take dessert to go. Will go back, because the food was delish.
(4)Queenie D.
Luv it! I am totally in love with the huge selection of tea that they have! I have been searching for a good long while for a nice tea house, and all this while, it was nestled in cafe intermezzo. As it was my first time, I was only able to try one tea: Jamaican Rum tea - black tea infused with Jamaican rum ... SOLID AWESOMENESS!! YAAASSSS!!! We also paired our nice tea with a slice of their chocolate fudge cheesecake. And although it was nice and decadent, I would say that it is a-ok. All in all, I look forward to having my afternoon tea on the weekends in this place. I cannot wait to explore all the other cakes and delicacies this place has to offer. I truly dig the atmosphere. The only thing that is stopping me from giving this place the full five stars is the fact that asking for a hot water refill on your pot of tea is $1.50 ???? I mean, it is HOT WATER for heaven's sake. It shouldnt cost that much. In other places I have been, re-filling the pot with hot water was actually free. So, I was kinda irritated that they put a fee on that. Come on now ...
(4)Robert S.
Nice evening ambience. Food was good; portion size was decent. Staff were friendly and engaging. We'd return for another meal. We love the fact that they were open until 1am on Friday; they were most accommodating and didn't rush us. At 0127 - they flipped the lights to alert those of us still sitting enjoying their warm setting to allow them to clean up and prepare for the new day. If you've not visited the Dunwoody Road restaurant - we recommend you do so :-)
(3)Debby L.
I've been here a few times and really enjoy the atmosphere and food. Sitting outside in the summertime is great. The have nice big patios with lamps, and it reminds me of the streets in Europe. DUCK CREPE with FIG and GOAT CHEESE The crepe is delicious although it is a thicker batter. I got the white batter since I didn't want so much tomato in a duck crepe, and I think it was a good choice. The duck is light and delicious, and the goat cheese complemented the dish very well. However, the figs were just too much for me, so I ended up taking them out. CHICKEN JAMBALAYA I thought this was a bigger, fully dish than a soup. It's actually very close to a gumbo, with rice. It's absolutely delicious and I'd get this again next time. PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN is a staple dish that we get here. It's very good, solid dish if you don't like to try a lot of things. TUNA MELT I've never tasted this but my friends really like it. It's a great panini, crunchy bread and good tuna. COFFEE I asked for one cup of coffee and they brought out a small carafe of coffee. It was a great surprise and the coffee is exceptional. The only reason I take a star out of this place is because of the service. It's hit or miss, and the misses are always with one or two particular waiters. They never get the order correct, we have to re-order with another each time, and this last time, we even got slight attitude when they had to clarify for a THIRD time. Blah. But on the chance we get a great waiter on the patio, it's all 5 stars.
(4)Steven R.
My girlfriend went here with some of her friends for drinks and had a great time so she brought me here a few weeks later. The ambiance here is great! The crepe we had was very good and their is a massive drink menu. However, while this place really does have great desserts and drinks, the food isn't exceptional. It's far from bad, but considering some of the prices I expected more.
(3)Vj D.
Great place to take a date and enjoy some great desserts and wine. The drinks menu can be overwhelming, so I typically just ask the servers for their favorites. I like the ambience and the exercise of walking and picking a cake from the case is fun but not necessarily the most efficient. During busy times, service tends to be slow but the servers are polite and that's always a good thing.
(4)Maiya I.
I've been here a couple of times simply because I work nearby & friends have always suggested it. But I'm not coming back unless it's on someone else's tab! 1) When its evening time on a weekend day, don't expect very good service, even though they have several people working. They don't sit you right away, don't give menus unless you ask, & pretty much forget you're there! Our waitress kept disappearing for long periods of time so when we tried to get another person's attention, they ignored us! Only one waiter was nice enough to come over to ask about our request. 2) The food has always been hit or miss, with the Cuban coffee, the hot chocolates, the German beers & several of the cakes being standouts. The pastas are decent as are the salads but I wouldn't order anything else. 3) At my last visit there, I wanted to use a gift certificate I had received but the waitress made mistakes on my check & reissued it 3 times! I will say that the customer service is definitely a lot better at the Midtown location versus this one. So if you really want to go, go to that one!
(2)Leah P.
Go see Steven at the bar.....now. Share in the glorious decadence that is Oreo cheesecake and bohemian latte (with Godiva white chocolate).
(4)MD W.
It was nice!!! Good deserts and great drink selections. The food was quite tasty, but not much of it (to go box was not needed). Great place for fancy coffee, deserts, and conversation!!! Maybe a sweet tooth lover's dream...
(3)Ashwat R.
Tiramisu is overpriced but super amazing!
(4)Emmie L.
Cafe Intermezzo has always been a favorite. I have been to the old Buckhead location and the old downtown location, but this was my first experience at the Dunwoody location. I absolutely have loved this place in every location- they have beautiful interior design that makes the place look cozy but upscale. They have a whole bar devoted to delicious cakes and cheesecakes- a 20 page long beverage list- and moderate prices. So what's wrong with this place? It's the service. Every time I come here I spend half the time asking for the waiter, wondering when our purchases are going arrive, when will my water be refilled, when will my check come. I mean it borderlines ridiculous considering this kind of service happens even when they are not busy. It really dampens the experience because I love the atmosphere, the food and the drinks at this place. I even had my 20th birthday at the former Buckhead location years ago. However. The experience and the food keep me coming back. I love their unique, chocolately drinks. I recommend the Spanish mocha, the Swiss mocha, the Cafe Mozart, and the Irish coffee. I love their chocolate peanut butter cheesecake and their fruit tarts. Delish! And my all time favorite entree here is the cheese tortellini with shrimp and extra spice. I will say they their food has always been inconsistent. That bothers me because sometimes the pasta is watery, sometimes it's oily, sometimes it's bland. It isn't cool that it is so unpredictable. Though it has a great atmosphere. Great interior design. Good choices. And this particular location is easy to find and free parking with a stunning outdoor patio- though today our service was slow. Took 2 hours to eat a slice of cake because he never checked on us. And the cake tourist gave us wrong information so we had to go back over and pick again. But overall, a pleasant experience.
(4)Cameron H.
We popped in here for about 10-15 minutes to get a dessert to go. We left with a tasty piece of carrot cake and a cup of decaf, which set me back $12-13 plus a $2 tip. We sat and waited a bit for it, which was fine. The cake was good, as was the coffee, but it's overpriced. I know they're a little high-end in there, but they are raping you with that bill. The hostess did know her desserts, though. She told me what everything was inside that case, and did so quickly; I was impressed. I'm not sure that I would eat here for dinner though as we stick mostly to independents near midtown.
(3)Yasmin H.
I was going to give two stars but that wouldn't be fair since I often end up here, so clearly something keeps bringing me back. I would have to say it is the ambience and the uniqueness of it for Atlanta. Unfortunately, with the demise of Dante's Down the Hatch (RIP), there just aren't that many old-world feeling, intimate and immersive fuzzy feeling places in Atlanta that go all out with their ambience. So overall, five stars for the good vibes and relaxing atmosphere knocked down bc two stars for food, 4 stars for sweets, and the drinks... get confusing. So I settled on four stars overall. I may change my mind to 3 stars at a later date. The menu is overwhelming but my tried and true faves after about a dozen visits are... If you like Nutella, get the hot chocolate Berlin but add schlag (aka whipped cream). They cover the bottom and the sides of this MASSIVE cup with Nutella and then fill it with hot chocolate. My tea favorite (I happen to really like the earthy taste of green tea) is the Gyokuro Matcha. They are often out of it and one time I ordered it they brought out some other type of green tea and I had to convince them that it was incorrect by finally saying that "I promise this is not any kind of matcha in existence" then after a back and forth for a while with what I consider to be indignant sass from the server, they re-tried and got it right. I even poured a cup and showed him the difference (sounds snooty but he was a pain in the butt so I figured he might as well be a better informed pain in the butt in the future). I'm stubborn. If you're craving dessert and a fun coffee drink and an alcoholic drink but can't make up your mind between the three or don't want to get all three, get the Joe Cartwright. It is a shot of espresso, with Verpoorten Advocaat liquor, schlag, and vanilla ice cream . They also messed this one up once. They made it with just the liquor and the ice cream and again I had to convince our server of the mistake and that they forgot to add the espresso because it's in a clear glass and so "Yes, I'm sure. Otherwise it wouldn't be pure white.". Wish they would step up their service and their food menu. The only decent food items I've had here are the savory crepes (the one with duck and the other with turkey n'brie) and even that's because I'm a sucker for brie and crepes. Otherwise the crepes here aren't made quite right and are a bit too thick.
(4)Destiny C.
I loved the bathroom... U get caught up in the French atmosphere of this place. We went for dessert and I have strawberry cheesecake and my guy had b52 cheesecake, both were decadent.
(3)Audrey A.
service is nice! food is nice! cake is reallll nice!
(5)Jeff L.
Very good. Service was a little slow. The food was really good. We had the crab cakes, beef au jus, key lime cheesecake, and tiramisu. It was all very delicious. I'm glad we went. Prices were very reasonable as well.
(4)Lena P.
Love the Vibe here! A great dessert and coffee place after dinner. The decor definitely compliments the ambiance, and the food is delicious! Food: - Caprese Panini: tasted great, was cooked fresh, and comes with a side of chips. - Spinach and Cheese dip: The dip was good, and they had freshly cut bread, we even asked for more! - (3 stars) Crostini Appetizer: the bread was a little too toasted but overall it was good with tomatoes and shredded parmesan cheese. - (5 stars) Fire Roasted Vegetarian Soup was really good, I loved the flavors and it was great on a cold day! Dessert: - (5 stars) Caribbean Coconut Cake: sweet but very satisfying! The cake was very moist and frosting tasted fresh. Sharing is recommended as they give you a large piece. - (5 stars) Nutella Crepe: I asked for both bananas and strawberries and it was delicious! Drinks: - Peppermint Hot Tea: Never had this before but it was delicious! It clears your sinuses and gave me the feeling of Christmas time. - Casablanca Hot Tea: This was very refreshing and light which was great! Second time around I ordered this and it was very strong - too strong in my opinion! - (5 stars) White Hot Chocolate Raspberry: soo yummy! There are bits of white chocolate pieces on top with fresh whip cream! The raspberry flavor was just right and not overpowering. It's a huge cup that they give you, so sharing is recommended! Busy Saturday night, but we were able to get our table within 10 minutes. Customer Service was good, although getting our table was a bit confusing and the greeters in the front were not prepared. I definitely want to praise the employee around the cake/cheesecake display, she helped us pick the coconut cake and was able to describe all the cakes and cheesecakes to help us pick something we would like, and she was spot on! Thank you!
(5)Ashley M.
I really love this place! To be fair, I've never actually eaten anything here besides their desserts. It's one of those places where I always go to meet up with friends after a meal, and never for a meal. Their desserts are delicious though. My favorite so far is the Oreo Cheesecake. I really love the ambiance here. Yes, it's romantic and would be one of the first picks for a date spot, but it's also versatile in that it's great to get together and chat with friends over some good drinks. If you haven't been here yet, you're definitely missing out!
(4)Sophia T.
Food is not their specialty, so check out the tasty yet overpriced fund and desserts instead. The blackberry double decker is my favorite dessert (equal layers of mousse, cake, & blackberry cheesecake), so if it's in the display case, ORDER IT. The dessert experts at the case are really patient and helpful if you're indecisive. It can get overwhelming looking at everything. Take a date here or just treat yo'self to end the day on a sweet note.
(3)Christy R.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. The atmosphere is wonderful and I love the decor. It's cozy but also beautiful. You could spend all day looking at the drink menu. I got a pumpkin cappuccino and it was wonderful! I also ordered the duck omelette, while my fiancé got the chicken quesadilla. Both were really delicious. It was too pricey for us to try a dessert this time but I am definitely going back soon to hit up those desserts!!
(4)Alexandra S.
First off this place is gorgeous. It's been awhile since I've been to a restaurant that has such great scenery. The lighting sculptures, it's definitely got that cafe feel to it. The tables are really tiny though and somewhat uncomfortable being so close to other guests. My friend and I got there around 7:30pm and it was quiet, quaint, and adorable. It gets pretty busy a little later around 9, 10ish which quickly diminish those feelings of happiness. We tried a few coffee combos. The classic caffe latte which was good but a little to bland for my taste. The gingerbread latte was amazing! Then I tried the cafe hazel. I would've gotten a fourth but I probably wouldn't sleep until 7pm then next evening. We also got dinner, I got the Burger Americana, it was good but they added salt to the the grilling of the burger which took away the flavor of the meat and I was not a fan of it. My friend got the pasta fettuccine and she said it was amazing. I wasn't too happy with the service though. My friend and I were there purposefully for business, reason why we chose a cafe. We were at our tiny little table stuck in the corner and our waiter kept trying to drop hints to get rid of us. We were there from 7:30-11:15 and he came back three times asking for the check. I saw him in the background complaining to a co-worker on how long we've been there and basically us asking for more water was an abomination. It's just rude, it's a cafe for crying out loud there's no expiration time when you need to leave. I'm sure not every waiter is as cranky as this guy was, but the menu was quite impressive with the different types of coffee they have and the coffee fan I am wow! I'll definitely make an appearance at this place, but may be selective in my choice of location.
(3)Lauren H.
Who doesn't love dessert and fancy coffee drinks?! A great date spot. This location also has a semi-outdoor patio area. I'm always happy when I go. Check it out and come back again soon to try something else! Great date night spot!
(5)Jay S.
This place has become my and gf after dinner / late hrs spot to kick back and relax. That night we went they told us they couldnt serve and coffee cause there machines were down which i thought completely sucked. So i ended up ordering some type of stawberry hot tea with some boston creme cake. I was sketchy about ordering tea here cause i never have and didn't know what to expect. But i was actually very good, and the cake was delicious. Unlike some of there cakes and cheesecakes they tend to be very heavy and very sweet. This cake was actually perfect, not to sweet and actually pretty light and quite amazing if i must say. As far as service, it never really disappoints me, the past 3 times i've been here within the last months we have gotten such good service and very nice servers. i still highly recommended late night spot for coffee, and dessert.
(4)Andrea M.
This is a great place for a date or meet up with friends. If you want to grab drinks (coffee, alcohol, or a mixture of both coffee mixed with alcohol), this is the place for it. There was a food menu, but it's not as vast as the drink menu. The food was a tad more expensive. Well, even the drinks can be up there. If I can remember correctly, my coffee date and I had the cheese platter which was about $17 along with two orders of coffee with a shot of Bailey's for $8 (?). Everything was pretty delish along with a nice atmosphere (dim lighting with candles and small cut flowers on the tables) for chatting. I mean. We were there for 3 hours just chatting away. lol. Parking just sucked when I visited this location last Thursday. Um. Yeah. Battling rush hour traffic in the Perimeter area was NOT fun and most certainly not recommended. When you initially pull in, the parking lot you're in is small and packed to the max. I'd just suggest driving around to the parking in the back where there's more spacious parking areas.
(4)Jessica L.
I have really mixed feelings about Cafe Intermezzo. I love it, and I hate it. The Good: Menu has good variety. But it is the drink menu that keeps me coming back. The coffee is A+ as is the tea--and I am a tea snob. The atmosphere is wonderful and cozy and I love the outdoor covered patio. The Bad: Service. Plain and simple their service is consistently horrible. In one instance I waited over 30 min for water and a menu. Servers don't check in often, and I have seen tables come and go before I even got my appetizer. Also, their small tables are TINY. As in, you are out of luck if you have two entrees, two drinks, and two glasses of water. I suggest that you ask for a larger table when possible. As for prices, I don't mind the drink prices... but everything else seems a little inflated. My advice: Great place for a drink and a meal when you have LOTS of time. Don't bother if you are in a rush. If you are looking for creative drinks, this is the place to be.
(3)Tiff H.
I rarely come here for food, only for some DRANKS. The alcoholic coffees are really good! very overpriced but I don't mind the premium cost, it's nice to splurge and sit in the dark with an overpriced slice of cake... Mulato, stradivarian, and cafe dolce vita were all very similar to me... chocolate/coffee with bailey's or rum or Kahlua. MAKE THAT AT HOME FOOL. The cakes are always super good and I always regret it the next day when I'm in the gym an extra hour...
(3)Locals O.
Love the outdoor seating, and the extensive drink menu. The drinks we got were good but the tiramisu had a weird taste to it. It was my first time trying the food there and it wasn't what I was expecting. I got the salmon bow tie pasta, the pasta was a bit over cooked the the salmon was really salty. The service wasn't as great, took us 5 mins to get seated and the server barely came by to check on us.
(2)Alex P.
Visited this location today and I have to say, based on a single experience, service was better than the terrible, consistent experiences I've had at the midtown and airport locations. But even here, the waiter did not seem to have very good manners and would repeatedly bulge in the middle of our conversation. The food was very very mediocre, I've had their crepe and it was significantly below my expectations. The ambiance was beautiful just as the other location and I tend to be a sucker for that.
(2)Alex A.
My girlfriend and I had yet another splendid meal at Intermezzo the other night. We've yet to have anything, but a great experience at the Perimeter location and it's been our longtime standby since we often like to eat on the later side and other places close by 9 or 10 PM. We ordered the Chicken Duxelles crepe, baked Brie appetizer, and I had the Parisian turkey on a croissant. It was all fantastic as always. Their good is incredibly consistent and we've tried most of the menu. The service has always been impeccable as well. They're timely and friendly. We know several waiters by name and they remember us. The atmosphere is cozy, but elegant. There is plentiful indoor seating and then there is a large covered patio and an uncovered area with a fountain. I've yet to find a bad table. For drinkers, they have an extensive beverage menu - lots of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. There aren't a lot of wine options, but everything else is plentiful. The drink menu is like 45 pages long. The desert selection is also ridiculous. There is a full case of torts and pies and another full case of various cheesecakes. You can't go wrong. I would recommend this place over and over. It's especially great for couples and even as a first date option.
(5)Holly C.
Friendly and knowledgeable service is slow during peak times. If you have a sweet tooth you will love this place. No dessert menu, but the staff will walk you through the many selections of the day. The beverage menu can be a bit overwhelming, so I recommend you start with your basic cappuccino, generously topped with whipped cream and cinnamon! Great spot for a girls brunch or romantic date night. Original location is in Buckhead, but I prefer this one.
(4)Bayou K.
Great experience! I ordered my fav (Patron Margarita) and it was mixed to perfection. I ordered two, so yes, I was a bit tipsy!! I ordered the New Orleans Jambalaya and it was FANTASTIC!! After the meal I was offered a piece of the Key Lime Cheesecake... I must say I don't like cheesecake at all, but I will say I LOVED this one!!! It was great!
(5)Nancy N.
Despite the hundreds of times I've frequent Atlanta with Cafe Intermezzo on my hit list, I always end up being too full or missing the closing time by 5-10 minutes. FINALLY, I was able to stop by and check it out! For my Charlotteans, this place is essentially a more formal, quiet and elegant version of Amelie's. It is the perfect dessert place for after dinner or a first date. The ambiance is intimate and very romantic, especially at night. Chandeliers hover over beautifully clothed tables, complementing the fresh flowers and dimly lit candles. It was the perfect classic European vibe. The menu is extensive from savory to sweet crepes, salads, seafood, hors d'oeuvres and much much more. Our main focus was THE DESSERT. Two FULL glass cases taunt you with their amazing selection of cakes and treats. Careful, these cakes rack up a pretty dense bill at around $7+ per slice. Just a warning for the foodies and people with a sweet tooth out there. Personally, I'm guilty of both. We decided to each pick a treat and share. I always recommend family style for everything. Gives me a perfect excuse to try everyone's food! My favorite was the Creme Brulee Cheesecake. It tasted exactly like creme brulee in cheesecake form. The cake was fluffy with a little bit of crunch from the toasted sugar typically on top of creme brulee. I was also eyeing the homemade gelato, but will definitely keep Intermezzo in mind for next time!
(4)Sc M.
Fantastic coffee, drink and dessert restaurant. Breakfast is served all day. Great service. The desserts were incredible. My family and I stopped by here on a weekday around 2 pm. Ordered a cheese plate which was good. Chicken cesar which was also good. Turkey crepe; also good. I dont think i would come here from a hunger standpoint. This is more of an ambience and drink type of restaurant. No complaints at all. Simply could not find anything to write that was "over the top". Give them a try.
(3)A M.
This branch constantly disappoints me. If it's a Friday or Saturday night, be prepared to wait at least 45 mins for your order. The another 30 mins for the check and 15 mins for your credit card. This place is a great example of complete mismanagement. The staff is seen running around frustrated and clueless. They often bring wrong orders and then try to justify why what you got is what you ordered. Hot coffees are usually lukewarm by the time they arrive at your table. Ice cream has melted for having been left on the tray for too long. Little to no management, overworked staff, and no customer service define this establishment on weekends. One of the staff members I spoke with had to skip dinners every night due to work. No wonder some of them are cranky. It's only a matter of time before this place starts loosing customer base due to bad management.
(1)Venkat R.
Man what do I say.. At a point of time this was the place I used to hang out every other week . The service has become utterly horrible. Slow , inconsistent and just plain rude . I'm genuinely sad and wouldn't recommend anyone to visit the dunwoody location . Firstly , no one EVER refilled the ONE glass of water we had . Secondly, the table has something sticky / icky on it and it stuck to my hand , so I asked the waiter to change the table , well they moved us and promptly got someone else to sit on it without even cleaning that , who does that!! The coffee I had seemed to have been made an eternity before it was brought out to us ,it was cold ! Apart from all this the food is still decent , but why would I wait half hour to just pay the bill . We were there for two appetizers and coffee and were forced to sit there for almost 2 and a half hours . Yes it's a nice place and no I don't want to spend the rest of my night there. Coming to the rudeness, we wanted to pick a cake , instead of a slice we wanted half a slab of cake they had , we asked for it and were told to go to the bar to pay for it after presenting the note the waiter gave (for the cake we chose) . Well she forgot to mention we wanted the slab of cake and not the slice . The person billing goes on a rant and says she doesn't understand and she doesn't have time for all this and tells me to go get it corrected back at the cake counter. That's just rude and disrespectful . I'm done with this place. They are either understaffed or the employees just have a bad attitude and I don't know if the management even realizes this. Well they better realize that or they ll loose their regular customers.
(1)Michelle A.
Very nice service and good food.
(4)IntlFoodie A.
Just left from another fantastic afternoon at Cafe Intermezzo. It is one of my favourite spots to enjoy a good conversation with music, media and fashion bloggers. Looks like the menu has recently changed...like in the past month because I go there for a lot of meetings. The lovely person that attended to us was named Gary or Greg? Sorry, I should have remembered. He was very nice! Very patient and professional yet super friendly! That's always a plus. The staff at this location has changed for the better. I've really enjoyed my past 8 visits. Today I got an item that I have not ordered there before in the 3 years that I've been frequenting CI. I had a crepe... an egg, gouda+cheddar crepe and it was so darn good I'm eager to go back and have another. Better than my mother's and that's saying a lot! My new friend had an egg and cheese omelette with toast and raspberry jam (we like breakfast items at night). We of course couldn't leave without their famous desserts - I re-tried the turtle cheesecake and she had the heavenly lemon cake. Our meals were pretty big so we got to-go boxes. We sat on the patio - which is rare for me in the Georgia heat but the breeze was going and it had just rained... perfect setting. I had a blast. Hope to go again soon!
(5)Myke T.
Definitely not better than the one in Peachtree Street! Food and desserts were just "okay." A shame for the price... Tsk tsk
(3)Alley H.
After finishing up dinner with friends, we decided to stop by Cafe Intermezzo for dessert and coffee to cap off our evening. We like this place, and were happy to secure a little table on the outer patio. Our server brought over water, we got to look over the Drink Bible, and when we asked what was a good dessert with caramel, her reply was, "I don't know, they change it all the time, and I haven't checked it today. " It was 10:30 pm. Okay. My fiance' got up, went inside, placed his desired order at the counter, where they give you a little slip to give BACK to your server, came back and gave it to her, we ordered our coffees, because their granita machine was out of order, so no granita, nothing with caramel, but we had faith, and trudged forward. My man got the creme brulee' cheesecake, which was really light and good, but über-sweet, so I ordered the "baked" brie, to balance out that sweet. The "baked" brie was an over - microwaved mass of broken, soupy mush in a bowl, with a quarter of a thinly - sliced apple, and some bread points. Nothing "baked" about this dish. I ate the apples and bread points, and left it at that. I did order the Caffè Latte, a steaming 22 oz. Cup of goodness though. It was piping hot, as was my fiancé s café caramel with schlag, so we were happy. Our server was sweet, brought us our check when we asked for it, processed our payment quickly, and wished us a good evening. I think she was a little surprised that we didn't want to linger, like all of her other tables. We were in an out in about 30 minutes, from start to finish. Good coffees, nice desserts, although they could stand to put out something with caramel or fruit; even Cheesecake Factory does that. We'll come back because it wasn't a bad experience, but they could stand to work on improved food-quality.
(3)Jennifer W.
Love this place, good food and the desserts are amazing. I also love their large choices for lattes and cappuccinos. The romantic setting makes it great for a date night.
(5)Shaunya B.
I love Cafe intermezzo so much. The vibes, the feels, the hot chocolate, and the dessert - oh my god. I would say, however, that this place is best for drinks, desserts, the vibe. The dinner is quite pricey and I don't feel it's worth the price cause it is pricey. The drinks (I get the berlin hot chocolate) are to die for! They're soooo gooooooood. It has nutellla all over. Yummmy. But yeah, go for desserts and drinks so you keep the bill short and you'll have a swell time! :)
(4)LeAnn L.
Food and service is great. The indoor seating is a little awkward though. There's a few seats I'm always seated at which is RIGHT BESIDE the entrance where people walk in.
(4)Georgia B.
Cool ambiance, overpriced, OK food and beverages. They tried to replicate European cafes and was pleasantly surprised when a friend introduced me to this place. But they don't know how to make a decent cup of capuccino, and their cake was mediocre and they charge a lot. It wasn't worth the money. Better for the mood or experience but definitely not for their edibles.
(3)Miranda G.
Went here for a get-together with friends. Probably not the best place if you have a group larger than about 6... The food was good (I loved the blue cheese, chicken, and apple panini) but it was all on the expensive side. The desserts were delicious, but again, very pricey! If we had known the cost we would have probably just shared a dessert... It was a pretty busy night, but our service was particularly slow and the waiter was not really attentive to our table. Overall, I would go back for the food, but I was not pleased with the service.
(4)I B.
I was very curious to try this place, but my excitement was eclipsed by terrible service. The waiter told my group he was getting waters for our table, rather than ask what we wanted to drink. When he returned, I asked him for a dessert menu. The waiter said there was no dessert menu, and there will never be one since the dessert vary daily. I told him I'd never been there and there was no way I could know that. He hastily and rudely explained the ordering process, which was very inefficient. My group left, but notified the manager about the treatment. I didn't get the waiters name but he was an Indian man who was probably in his 40s or 50s. If you decide to dine here, don't accept this waiter.
(1)Lauren H.
I've been here a handful of times, always for drinks/desserts. Service has always been good and the desserts/drinks are always delicious! This place gets crazy busy on the weekends so expect to wait for a table. The last time I went here was this past Monday with my husband. We came there around 9ish and it was busy, but not as busy as I've seen it the past few times I went there. The past few times I went were on the weekends though. We got the exotic bomba and a banana nutella crepe. The exotic bomba is OMG so good! It's a mixture of mango, passion fruit and raspberry sorbets encased in white chocolate. I could eat that stuff everyday! The crepe was just as delicious! It was just as good as crepes that I had in Paris. I had the biscotti martini and that too was super yummy! It tasted exactly like a biscotti but with a kick! I wish this place was a little closer to home, I'd definitely frequent it more often.
(4)Calandra B.
Fabulous atmosphere. Beautiful interior design. Appetizers and meal was phenomenal. Nothing to complain about. Wonderful!!!!
(4)Aiswarya C.
Nice ambience, perfect places for dates. They have big 30 page booklet for the drinks menu, which has a huge selection of alcoholic, non alcoholic drinks and beverages. Food is very expensive, I would rather just do appetizers and drinks. They have variety of cheesecakes and pies and have a dessert of the day. Overall, real great ambience and great place for drinks.
(3)Ari R.
The only thing I remember having off the menu was the Hibiscus Martini. It was the greatest thing I've ever put in my mouth. I cannot wait to come back for another! The drink menu is extensive, so it was hard to choose just one.
(4)Julie I.
Never had horrible service here ever until a friend & I got sat down with this server. First off, I can say he will assume he knows what you like And order it for you without your consent. He ordered a drink for my friend and she did not like it & after I told him about it he just ignored us the rest of the night. I am a server I know how things run in the restaurant industry. If a customer complains about something you do your best to fix it. If not then apologize rather than act arrogant and ignore us . Was it because we looked young? It should never be about that. If I stack up the plates for you to take to the back so you don't have to worry about cleaning up shouldn't that mean I'm finished with my food & were ready for the check? He walked past us about 10 times EVEN LOOKED at us and did not say word. I wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt thinking he's busy but his section looked pretty clear to me. By far the worst service. Oh, & his name is Webb. If anything Mike has served us previously plenty of times and has always been fantastic, nonjudgmental & very diplomatic.
(1)Hiba W.
its a great place.. the ambience is really beautiful. i ordered cheesecake and coffee! was delicious.. will definitley go back to try more of their main items i like they way they have done their interior designing.. its eye catching highly recommended if you are looking for a nice formal place to go
(5)Nadia H.
The ambience here is very romantic-great lighting, decor, seating, etc. The cakes are very dry. The other desserts, like the Crepes, are very delicious. Almost any drink you order will be tasty. However, the service here is consistently mediocre. You'll have to wait unreasonably long to receive your orders, to get water refills, and finally to get your check. I generally avoid this place, but it's admittedly very cute.
(3)Shay L.
This is a great place to meet with friends for Deseret, dinner or just coffee! It's very intimate, which makes great for a date! Their menu is like a book, so many drinks to choose from. Everything I've had is great! I love the selection of cakes and desserts! German chocolate, the all chocolate cake and the cheesecakes are amazing! Hands down its one of my favorite places to go!
(5)Michael W.
I have visited this place for almost 20 years. I do not come here a lot as the crowds are ridiculous and the parking at Park Place is tough. Decided to go last night which will be my last time unfortunately. After waiting and being seated the waitress came over and took our drink order. We were just having dessert so to do this you walk up to the dessert cases and they give you a tour. There has to be a better process as this area is very crowded, and people are all over each other. So the dessert person explains the first case and does great. We make our way down to the second case to a different person who does not know a lot about the desserts, really acts like he does not care and his only function from what I can tell is to explain desserts in this assigned case. So I pick a dessert go back to my table and guess what happened. They had seated someone else at our table. Okay keep in mind we already ordered drinks. We explain to the people sitting at our table and they do not get up. So the hostess comes over and moves them. Our waitress comes by and gets our dessert order. Okay it gets better. We ordered 2 coffee drinks that when delivered were cold. No these were not cold coffee drinks. Then after all this the waitress comes to our table and tells me that the dessert that I ordered after it was explained in detail what it was now was no longer available. The only reason that I gave this place two stars is the coconut cream pie I ordered as backup was amazing.
(2)S. R.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of my favorite go-to spots for late night dessert. I always order the same thing: Strawberry tea with the berry tart. The service at this location is really good and the atmosphere is the same as the one in midtown. Parking is fairly easy most nights but sometimes there is a long wait. All in all, a great place.
(4)Morena K.
The coffee and beverage selections are endless.. And delicious. The cake picking process is a pain to go through when they're busy; the cake bar server made me feel like I was inconveniencing him by asking him the flavors.. Sorry that they're not labeled and this is your job. The cakes are all very delicious, however, none were really "european". They were generic lemon, vanilla, chocolate, etc. The service was slow, but I felt bad for the waiter because he was working a section of 10+ alone on a Saturday evening. Meanwhile there were 4 girls doing "hostessing". Overall, this place needs better management.. I would recommend the Perimeter location instead. It's much less chaotic.
(4)Nonie N.
I haven't eaten lunch or dinner items here so I cannot comment on that, but I've had numerous cakes and coffees and they have all been truly amazing. My favorite drink is a non coffee, called Hot chocolate berlin. It is so good I could that I would describe it as heaven in my mouth. If starbucks had coffee even half as good as this place I would probably be broke buying it every day. The cake slices are decadent and definitely full of flavor and density. This is not the place for people who are afraid of sugar and indulgence!
(5)Food L.
Always a great choice. I've honestly never had a bad experience here. The hostess, Bree, went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of. Fantastic.
(5)Nicole M.
While pricey,the drinks and desserts are definitely worth it. You could probably go there every day of the year without repeating the beverages. The atmosphere is a nice, bustling one, with enough privacy for a conversation, and the dim lighting mellowing you out. Yes, it can take a while for you to get seated if it's a busy night, but that's anywhere. The service is variable- it depends on who is your server. I went twice, and once my waiter was this older gentleman who was rude, ill-mannered and we had to literally grab him by the sleeve to get straws, order, and later to get our check. However, I also went on NYE and Lorraine was absolutely fantastic- she was cheerful, professional and speedy, even though the place was packed. All in all, 4 stars :)
(4)Samantha J.
I am sitting in the cafe now. I would love to say my food and coffee are wonderful but my food is now cold and so is my coffee. Why? Because the waitress, after asking twice, has yet to bring silverware. Very disappointed in this service! I used to enjoy this spot but tonight was highly disappointing. I am not sure I will come back. I will say that my cold crepe was ok. My friend's cheesecake was wonderful. The service killed the pleasure of visiting here tonight. I do want to check out the new midtown location!
(2)Maggie J.
I absolutely love this place. After frequenting the Buckhead location for years and always putting up with bad service and paying for parking, this location is incredible! Excellent service, free parking and delicious food!
(5)Slim M.
Gooey, cheesy, spinachey goodness. Yes, I know. "Spinachey" is not a word. People, I am referring to the spinach cheese dip. It's only an appetizer, but it is perfection on bread or crackers. It was thick, cheesy, full of flavor and perfect. I saw the spinach in the dip, I tasted it, too- but I couldn't pay it much attention. I'm all about the cheese, y'all. A + for the dip with bread/crackers. Highly recommended!!!! Our waiter was very friendly, yet not the most prompt. I could tell that he was trying to keep up with everything, so we didn't give him a hard time. I ordered the French toast with strawberries & powdered sugar on top, and I was not let down. To start off, I don't even know how many slices I had, but it was a lot. And to be honest, I was halfway full after the spinach dip and bread... wow. Now that I think about it, I had a lot of bread that morning. Eek. The French toast was very good. It was hot, kind of crispy on the outside, and just yummy all around. I didn't even use syrup for most of it. The powdered sugar and cinnamon was enough. I tried the exotic grape wine tea. It was really tasty, especially after adding a couple sugar cubes to it. By the way, that exotic tea/beverage menu was lengthy! It made it quite difficult to choose which one to order, but that just makes me want to come back and try a different one. It was a moderate crowd around 2 P.M. The noise level picked up a little bit. The ambiance is very nice. I love the way the place looks. The bugs flying around due to the doors being open? Totally didn't match the rest of the scene. Close those doors, y'all. We chose to sit INside for a reason. Other than that, wonderful experience. The food was great, the surroundings were nice, the service was fair- a bit slow, but not horrific. It's a good place to sit down and grab a bite. Would definitely come back and I highly recommend them.
(5)Hanan A.
I frequent this place like an addict, *when I can afford it. There deserts warrant a special visit just for them alone. Yum yum yum. Try the Tiramisu, in both cake and cheesecake form. Their Oreo cheesecake and their Indian Masala chai tea are notable mentions, and for a savory dish definitely try the wild mushroom ravioli in a creamy pesto sauce, its all sorts of good, lick your plate and cutlery type of good. Very European chic, dim, romantic, beautiful place.
(5)Mikaela Z.
Was expecting the clouds to part and angels to come down and dance in my mouth as I ate dessert based on the reviews here. Wasn't super impressed, but maybe my expectations were too high. Husband and I got the Bailey's cheescake. Tasted like plain cheesecake to me. With chocolate on top. That was disappointing. And at almost $9 for a single (not very big) slice, I was expecting to at least think it was great, if not excellent. It was even a little melty, which was weird because it really wasn't hot out when we went, we sat inside, and the cheesecake was in a cooler before. The ambiance is very nice. I think I'd like to be taken here on a first date for drinks and dessert if I was single. But for the most part I'd rather head to Cheesecake Factory for some seriously awesome cheesecake. Unless they show up on ScoutMob again, we probably won't be back.
(3)Cristina S.
I've been here twice and both time the desserts and food were just okay. I do think its a nice little intimate spot for dates. It would be good for after dinner coffee or a drinks, but I wouldn't eat anything. The service was average (nothing too bad and nothing over average).
(3)Alicia M.
This place totally pulls at my heart strings! I came here for a meetup with Girls Night Out Atlanta and for 25 bucks we had a wine tasting with 6 drink tickets for 2 oz glasses of wine. There was light bites they are absolutely delicious! The restaurant is gorgeous and is perfect for a date night, girls night, or night out solo :-)
(5)Lisa Y.
Came by tonight, and it was only my second time here. VERY DIM! IF that's a problem for people. The nutella-strawberry crepe was delicious. The fruit platter was.. alright, but did not find it worth $11. Cute place for a date night, or just a place to go to chill and catch up and talk. It was pretty hot in there though which was not what I enjoy, especially since it was HOT and HUMID outside. The sweet tea and water was not fully iced, and the fruit platter was also not as cold as I would of liked it. But overall, it's a cool spot.
(4)Kashif K.
Why do restaurants discontinue the menu items I love? Before anybody tells me, yes, I know I am not their only customer and the world does not revolve around me. That explanation, valid as it is, does not make it any less heartbreaking for me (as much of a narcissist as that makes me). Cafe Intermezzo used to serve some scrumptious crab cake benedict for breakfast, and the crab cakes had a kick lent to them by diced jalapenos. What's not to love about that? Well, their other menu items, such as the turkey burger (with a wasabi mayo on a poppy seed bun) and black bean burger (with chipotle mayo) are very tasty too. But you really go to Intermezzo for dessert, and I've tried almost all of their 200+ desserts. The Bosco is still may favorite!
(4)Sandi H.
Being a late night person, I have enjoyed going to cafe intermezzo for many years for desert. Which I began long before they offered regular"food" Recently, I went with a group of friends after an event and we were all very hungry, I explained that while the deserts were good, that I had never had anything thing good from the "food" menu. So, we thought we would have breakfast ( really how can you mess that up?!) we all order Eggs Benedict, I knew we were in trouble when our server returned and ask us how we wanted our eggs cooked. But being ever the optimist I thought ok, it's just an English muffin, ham, poached egg & hollandaise sauce (that you can buy it in a jar if you can't mix egg yolks, lemon & butter together). Surely easy enough for the most basic of cooks. Was I ever WRONG,about 45 mins later, it was god awful! The Hollandaise was a green slimy goo, that had food poison written all over it, the eggs were hard boiled, the ham & english muffin were cold. We all sent it back and ask for a manager. Some very young woman came to the table and rudely said "Like that's how we make it & we took it back so what's the big deal?" We order desserts because we were starving, I adore the Bosco a Swedish desert & other than the ever shrinking portion size it's a 5 star delight. My friends all enjoyed their desert too. However when the bill came we were charged for 1 of the Eggs Benedict 's when we ask them to remove it we were told that 1 member in our party had eaten 1/2 of 1 of her English muffins and did we expect to eat for free? (Remember we came in Hungry) How appalling! In most restaurants our entire ticket would have been comped over the horrible food, (for example, I got take out at the Cheesecake Factory & they forgot my salad dressing, they sent me a gift card & when I came in to use it comped my desert) but at the Cafe Intermezzo we were charged for a whole meal because a few bite were taken out of the English muffin?! Needless to say Cafe Intermezzo management, in the internet age, reviews can make or break your business and the only reason I gave you two stars is because of the Bosco. I urge everyone to just stick to the deserts here, as I said in the beginning of my review, I have Never had a single edible "meal" here & I have tried several. Soggy crepes, a stick in a mushroom dish, 4 shrimp on the large quesadilla... Stay with the expensive deserts and over priced drinks if you eat here! But, Beware of the food!
(2)Farrah B.
The biggest point for me on this place is the atmosphere; I absolutely love it! This location in particular is my favorite because parking is miles easier than the Midtown location, although I've honestly never been to the one by the airport. It has a semi-formal feel, but even if you're not all fancied up you don't feel out of place. It is a European cafe kind of deal, and their drink menu is HUGE. Overwhelming for someone as indecisive as myself, but it's really a good kind of problem to have so many options you don't know where to start, am I right? They have a great menu, as well. Over the past few years, I've gotten their hummus platter, black bean burger, and the almond avocado salad. Each one was fantastic, my favorite being the almond avocado salad (love the dressing! I also added diced beets to mine). One of my servers the last time I went was awesome, so it just made the experience that much better (thanks, Jason!).
(4)Michaael S.
Atmosphere is good. the coffee came luke warm and when they heated it, it was too hot. The cakes and coffee took about 20 minutes on a Tuesday evening. The host wasn't nice and made us feel unwelcome.
(1)Vivian N.
When given terrible service, I normally just leave a bad tip because I'm too lazy to write an email to their 'comments' section. My experience at this specific Cafe Intermezzo was so terrible, I couldn't even enjoy my seafood dip! I went to the Ashford-Dunwoody cafe on New Year's Day (ps thanks for being open). We were seated at 7:30ish and didn't leave until 9:45-10pm because it took an HOUR to receive our check which we had to ASK for. Luckily, I was with friends I haven't seen in a while, so talking passed the time WAITING. It took about 45 mins to receive our seafood dip and another 35 mins for more bread for our seafood dip (dip is no longer warm). We had to ask for refills. Whenever we asked questions about the drinks menu, he wasn't informative. When he did give us our checks, he didn't even give us a pen to sign it off. I just fished for one in my purse instead. We couldn't ask for one because as soon as he puts something down on the table, he fleets. This is how angry their service makes me though, I'm mad over a damn pen. Granted, it was New Year's. Our waiter may have been hungover, he may have had a death in the family, or he may just been having a bad day... whatever it was I forgive him. But I couldn't even enjoy my food! And I've been to the Cafe Intermezzo on Peachtree three times. I'm aware of their wonderful service and cakes. Now, I'm here leaving a bad review for a place I normally love. Cafés are my comfort zone - Cafe Intermezzo is high on my list of to-go places in Atlanta... But this place had the worst service. I will say that the waiter who brought my spinach burger was a lot more attentive than the waiter assigned to our table. I immediately asked for a knife, and he brought it out faster than anything our waiter put on our table. It's been a good 4 days, and this experience still bothers me. I never thought terrible service would leave such a bad taste in my mouth. I'm very disappointed in this place. I'll probably make the drive to the one on Peachtree St. before ever going to this one again. I'm only giving them an extra star because that seafood dip was pretty delicious.
(2)Alan G.
Beer glass had spots. I hope they were just water spots. It took them 25 minutes to get a burger to me. The burger was ok, nothing special, but missing the promised onions, and a bit on the salty side. I never got my salad. I didn't get silverware or a napkin until four minutes after I got my food. All of this, and it's late and the restaurant isn't very crowded. I can't see why I'd ever come back.
(2)Ming Y.
i nvr came to have food here, but always had their specialty drinks and deserts. the place is a very mellow setting with dark lighting, a good place to go on a date, or hang out with friends, chat and social. they have both indoor and outdoor seating depends on your mood. the deserts are displayed in a show case, where you can pick and order, and of course their coffee drinks to go with it, everything taste better when you add a little booze in it, and whip cream on top. def come and try if you are in the area looking for a place to have a drink, desert and relax.
(3)Sara A.
First of all, my husband and I frequent Intermezzo at least a few times per week! Ambiance: Lovely, romantic, classy, and pretty! It has a very European feel with old world statuettes and mini-fountains everywhere and dim lighting. My only critique of the seating was that the table could have been larger, although the small size did add to the café-feel. Coffee: The drinks menu is HUGE and an entire menu is dedicated to coffees, drinks, hot chocolates, and more. I love their Cioccolaccino (chocolate syrup, cream, cappuccino), Suisse Mocha (mini chocolates on top of the cream), and regular cappuccino. Not a huge fan of the Spanish mocha because of the cinnamon on top, but these others are delicious with one of their famous desserts. Drinks/Teas: I have tried the Virgin strawberry margarita which was absolutely delicious hitting sweet, sour, and salty flavors all at once! The teas I have tried are high standard herbals teas including Jasmine tea, chamomile tea, berry berry tea, and hibiscus tea. Desserts: I have tried the special fruit tart from Milan which has berries on top, the almond delicioso pastry, Oreo cheesecake, Boston cream pie, Snickers cheesecake, and pineapple lemon tart. Just go to the counter and take a tour of the desserts and choose one. They are just ALL delicious with the above ones being my favorites. Appetizers and Entrees: Have tried the brie and apple plate which was ok, the Black Bean burger (excellent), roasted vegetable wrap (good), cheese plate (great and comes with delicious bread and a savory-sweet dip), and the Middle Eastern hummus which was pretty good. I cannot say more about how much I love this café! It is perfect for bringing out of town guests and stopping in for some after dinner drinks and dessert!
(5)Blue Spark B.
Wow. I have been to the Cafe Intermezzo 3 times in the past 3 months. The first time was for a late night coffee and dessert. I loved the place - great ambiance, service, good dessert and coffee. High priced for what you get but, oh well. The second visit was essentially the same. Good coffee - good dessert etc. OK, so the third time my wife decides to bring some of our Christmas guests there for dinner. Maybe 9 of us in all. Service was good, but the food was average at BEST. I had beef rib meat on potatoes. It was tough and tasted like leftovers pulled from my own fridge after a bad home cookout. Afterwards, when we all got home I was surprised to hear that no one enjoyed any of their meals! I figured at least a few people would say "Mine was great." Nope, everyone had a mediocre meal. Sum up - If your out on a date and want coffee and dessert in a cozy spot go. If you want to eat a meal - stay away.
(2)Jim N.
Wanted a light lunch, so I order an Arnold Palmer, a small greek salad and some shrimp. Greek salad was mediocre, but the shrimp was par, the Arnold Palmer watery. Won't come back to this place...bartender gave me bill that was "not itemized" and seemingly excessive....not very customer oriented.
(1)Nichole K.
One of my most favorite hang out spots in Dunwoody. Huge cocktail selection. Their desserts are to die for. The service is slow, so don't come in here and expect to be about in 45 minutes. But it is a hang out coffee/dessert place. They are open late which is an added bonus. They are a decent wine selection, but I suggest ordering their alcoholic coffee drinks.
(5)Karly G.
I've been going to this place for about 12 years now... They've changed quite a bit with staffs and of course their expansion. I'm glad that they've expanded, otherwise the wait for a table is just torturing, especially when it's freezing outside. I always look forward to visiting the dessert area because they're always filled with interesting new flavors of cakes and cheesecakes. My most recent visit consisted of a Creme Brulee Cheesecake, it was just divine. Their bosgo has never changed, it's always been there since day one. I just love their selection of cakes, although I wished that they baked their own... My favorite drink during the summer time here is the Swiss Chocolate over ice with a few shots of raspberry liquor. It's refreshing! Otherwise, my coffee would have to be Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe it's just my love for almonds has gotten me so addicted. They have such a huge selection of coffee, exotic teas, soft drinks, and of course any of your coffee could possibly be on the rocks. :) If you want to learn French, Vietnamese, Spanish etc... go to the bathroom and sit there for an hour... It talks to you with all these languages. What's really neat yet highly un-sanitized is the tassel you pull to flush the toilet. Yes, it's a pretty neat idea, but oh so grossed. I don't want to pull on this after I've used the restroom... knowing that others have done the same. I wish I could speak to the system and let it flush for me. Ha! It's a great date place, social gatherings or just a table for one.
(5)Allison B.
This is my number one destination spot for girls nights. The ambiance is cozy and classy, and the food and drinks always hit the spot. Gotta love a place with a drink menu ten times bigger than the food menu. I can't even begin to offer recommendations for drinks; it's literally whatever you're feeling that night. However, I have tried just about everything on the food menu, and I always end up going back to these winners: -Seafood Dip -Mushroom Ravioli with Pesto -Spicy Tortellini -Chicken Mango Avocado Wrap Winning Dessert: Banana Chocolate Crepes There is always a hostess standing by the dessert display case whose sole job is to rattle off all the different cakes, pies, and cheesecakes they offer. It's both impressive and depressing, when you think about it. I recommend sitting outside if possible, as inside seating can get a little cramped. Outside seating is great when it's not too hot, or in the winter when they bring down walls to keep the patio warm. If you are in a party of 2, sitting at the bar inside is a great option if it's available. In addition to girls nights, I would recommend Intermezzo for... ...dinner with parents or grandparents who will enjoy a good glass of wine with you. ...last-minute date nights. ...first dates. ...awkward introductions to your significant other's ex-girlfriend. Yeah, even those are more bearable at the Mezz. Happy munching!
(4)Spiro T.
Yes, Intermezzo has an extensive menu. That's not what makes this place unique. Ambiance and drinks are what make this place. Ambiance: VERY nice place to take a date to. Also a great place to gather with friends and spend the nights exchanging stories. Drinks: VERY inventive coffee-based alcoholic drinks that are made VERY well. They don't post their drink menu online, so you'll have to pay them a visit to experience it for yourself. I guarantee that so many drinks will appeal to you, that you'll have a tough time choosing. My advice: Skip dessert at your restaurant of choice and come to Intermezzo for Act II of your date!
(4)Nelscine e.
The atmosphere was very pleasant. Met a group of 4 other ladies there. One of the ladies was given a cup with what appeared to be dried tea leaves inside and outside of the cup. She requested another cup. The second cup had what appeared to be red lipstick on the outside and was discolored on the inside. Not good. Finally she was brought a relatively clean cup. Seems the server would have checked the second cup very closely prior to bringing it out, IJS. My mango mango tea was very fragrant and most delicious. We requested raw sugar, our server did not appear to know what it was and that they had it available. I had the Chicken Florentine which was an ample serving for the price and pretty good. Did not try any of the desserts.
(3)Brooke B.
The first time I went to Cafe Intermezzo was on my birthday 10 years ago. So I guess this is my 10-year Intermezzo anniversary. Awww. I've been back dozens of times since then. I even went on my first date with my boyfriend at Intermezzo (it really is a great place for a first date!). The place keeps luring me back in because it really has the nicest, most European cafe style I've seen in Atlanta. And did I mention it's a fabulous place for a date? BUT. The decor is where the similarities to a nice European cafe end. No wait, the prices are also similarly high and the service is really slow. Scratch that. What's the main difference? No cafe in Europe with any pride would ever serve the sad, weak coffees this place makes. I mean, the drink menu is like 30 pages long! You'd think there would be SOME coffee drink that tastes right? Nope. I've tried 7 or 8 different lattes/cappuccinos to no avail. I don't get it. The espresso tastes fine. Why dilute it until your so-called coffee tastes like lukewarm milk? I hate to use the S-word, but... Starbucks makes better drinks for a lot cheaper. There, I said it. While I'm at it, I may as well bring up the cakes. I'd say 3 out of 4 times I've had dessert at Intermezzo, it's been delicious and decadent (especially the cheesecake - yum!). But that 1/4 of the time, the cakes have been dry and tasteless. That's pretty rough when you're paying $7 a slice. My advice is to stick with the pies and cheesecake if you're worried about crunching on stale chocolate cake. So here's my reasoning: 1 star for the cheesecake, 1 star for ambiance and 1 star for staying open late. Minus 2 stars for the drinks.
(3)Abby M.
My first visit to Cafe Intermezzo is yet another 3.5-star experience and while I had an enjoyable time and will likely return, I just cannot round my rating up to a solid 4 stars. The best aspects of my visit can be attributed to my company and the nearly-stormy summertime night which we were able to enjoy while sitting on the patio. For nearly two years now I have driven by the Cafe around two times a day, but I had never actually checked out the place; shoot, I had never been anywhere in the plaza other than McKendrick's and Alon's. I was not aware that the community had been graced with a late-night watering hole that focused on more than alcohol or cheap eats and definitely was not prepared for the setting, which was very old-world-elegance/fashion-meets-casual-trendinessÂ. It all made for a neat environment in which to chill for a little while before winding down for the night. After what seemed like a little source-uncertain confusion between the hostess and servers when we entered the Cafe, we were quickly seated at a cozy two-top next to the patio railing. The patio is a neat place to sit when the weather permits; this small outside area allows diners to feel somewhat more laid-back and the experience is further enhanced by the fact that it looks out onto the airy courtyard and walkway area that lies amongst the other restaurants and shop-fronts. Oftentimes I am not intrigued by the hip, trendy, modernized cafe/bistro restaurants, but here the atmosphere is enhanced by the placement of Cafe Intermezzo and, therefore, attracts a pretty diverse crowd of patrons. Once the sun has started to set it can be difficult to see the details of and colors in your food (I think this would apply both inside and outside), so you'll just have to rely on your other senses for your eating enjoyment. It took a little while before we got the chance to order after our waters were delivered and the food was slightly slower than I would have expected based on the number of our fellow diners and the menu items themselves, but oh well, I will just remember to stay away if I am in a hurry. The noteworthy expanse of the beverage menu really surprised me given the size of the Cafe and the food menu. These guys have a fair few wines by the bottle and glass, a reasonable number of varied beers, a giant liquor/liqueur assortment, lots of coffee drinks and a sizable tea menu, which is what we chose to take advantage of this past Wednesday night. I really like that so many specific styles of tea are represented on Cafe Intermezzo's menu and that they are all the same price per pot. In fact, this is the first and foremost reason that I look forward to revisiting; my tea game is lacking and I hope that this will provide a convenient location at which to expand my horizons. The menu is pretty standard as far as Americanized cafe-fare goes and, unfortunately, reflects the prices of a more culinary-focused establishment. Our tab ended up being just under $30, without tip, but it included no more than two teas, an egg dish and a vegetarian sandwich. Our teas were quite nice and my S.O. seemed to like his Caprese panini (a pressed sandwich of mozzarella, tomato, onion and mayo with a half-handful of potato chips). My Eggs Benedict consisted of a split English muffin with one or two super-thin slices of ham, two eggs cooked exactly like I requested them (the eggy/runnier, the better), an unseasoned hollandaise that might have been a little over-proportioned on the butter versus egg yolk and was accompanied by medium-diced breakfast potatoes with specks of colorful pepper and most likely no salt or pepper whatsoever. I try to avoid using salt if it is not already provided, thus leaving me to ask for it, but I could not enjoy my order without additional seasoning and had to break my rule and ask. Though I am not normally one to partake in heavy sweets when I go out for lunch or dinner, those treats offered at Cafe Intermezzo sound delicious and I will have to try one sometime when I just want a sweet snack or have saved enough room for dessert after dinner. I also wish I remembered our waitress' name; she was very sweet and more than helpful whenever we made any requests. I will certainly be back and in the future I will remember to order something other than savory or entree dishes.
(3)Kulbir S.
Has been a regular Saturday night coffee n desserts spot for us...always a delight to be here with a pleasant n attentive staff. A great place for delightful dessert menu that brings the extra 'aha' to weekend spirits!
(4)Michael D.
This location is not my cup o' tea. Too many miniature winged critters flying about (this is inside the restaurant, not the patio area). Health dept score was 86 last I saw. There are too many nearby places to put up with the flies buzzing about your head. But of course, your mileage may vary.
(1)Jonathan M.
A tad pricey, but this is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta! The ambience is wonderful, the servers have always been nice, the food's great, and the drinks and desserts help make any night enjoyable. Try the strawberry cheesecake!
(5)Micah W.
Great little spot for coffee, desserts, or even a late night dinner. The cafe is very cute, with a large indoor/outdoor patio area- fountains included- a small bar, and lots of little tables adorned with bowls of sugar cubes and candles. A great spot for girls night or a date. Open until 2am on weekends, means it can satisfy those late night sugar cravings or serve as a secondary location to your evening. The food is good, they have quite an eclectic and somewhat large menu, which I am usually wary of. However, they seem to make everything fresh and everything I have tried has been good. And although their food is good, you really come here for the desserts and coffee and/or drinks. They have a huge- and I mean really extensive- drink menu, which includes descriptions of everything, great for those of us who have no idea what comes in an Old Fashioned or a Tom Collins. In addition, they have gourmet coffees, many of which include liquors. And then there are the desserts. Amazing, beautiful, and oh so yummy cakes, cheesecakes, pies, and tarts. You go to the case located at the bar to look at the fresh creations and tell them which you would like. There is always a server or bartender there to tell you which each is and give recommendations. And all of them are delicious. Service is decent, the service at the dessert counter is best, table service could definitely be better. But the atmosphere and dessert/coffee/drink/food offerings make for a truly enjoyable experience.
(4)Chris C.
I went there for the 1st time and at first glance cool. However you can't be sure you'll get what you order. I ordered a decaf coffee, because of health reasons no caffeine for me and I'm positive I got regular coffee. I didn't know as I was drinking it but 10 min after I finished it I knew immediately. When you can't drink caffeine and you mistakenly do, you know it immediately. So thanks Cafe Intermezzo for keeping me awake all night, having wait staff that doesn't listen, and potentially affecting my health.
(1)Pample M.
This is my favorite brunch spot around town. The decor inside is so adorable, and their french toast and crepes never fail me. it's a great romantic spot, or a cute place for a coffee date
(4)Jeremy H.
This place has amazon deserts and an extremely thorough coffee/beverage menu. The problem is the service! I have been here a lot and the service is always SLOW. Perhaps, if I could enjoy a nice cigar with my cup of joe, the hour it takes to actually have a cup of coffee wouldn't be so bad.
(3)Emilie D.
Great desserts and hot chocolate, and a huge selection of both! They have really good cakes or all kinds, crepes, delicious sorbet served in frozen fruit, and gigantic mugs of hot chocolate with all sorts of flavors added. The restaurant has a European feel, and it's dark and candlelit. Also, they will allow you to reserve parts for special events if you commit to spending a certain amount (it was about $50 for what I was looking at).
(5)Luan N.
This is a perfect after hours place, say after a night at the Punchline or after dinner. When you get to the cake display, you salivate even more than Pavlov's dog. The mysterious woman behind the counter even seduced me by saying some of the cakes were sent over nite from Italy. I really like this place for the ambiance and for being a great late night option opposed to going to a bar or lounge. But, I have to admit, I don't know if the prices of the cakes are justified after sampling at least 10 of their cakes. I guess I'm paying for the fed ex shipping from the Kroger/Jewel Osco of Italy. J/K, that's a bit harsh. I even prefer the Cheesecake Factory cheesecakes over Intermezzo's cheesecakes. I think so far, the berry tart was my favorite from here. But, I don't think any of the cakes were amazingly amazing. I miss the environment more so than the cakes.
(3)Kristin B.
"Thanks for the memory Of things I can't forget Journeys on a jet Our wond'rous week in Martinique And Vegas and roulette..." Few places OTP can actually make me feel thousands of miles away from Atlanta, or even the United States. But Cafe Intermezzo, with its late night hours and chic bistro decoration, is more likely to remind you of espresso in a Venetian square or apple strudel in a coffeehouse in Munich than the stomping grounds of the "Real House Wives of Atlanta." The drink menu is frighteningly long, and the impressive dessert cases can sometimes lead to ordering envy. And that of course is if you can flag down your server to order from. Out of the dozens of times I've been to Intermezzo, I think I've only had adequate or above service one time. Meager and wilted appetizers and entrees are very overpriced. But I will continue to come to Intermezzo mainly for the memories. Late night visits to Intermezzo have become a regular part of summers in the burbs. Birthday celebrations, reunions, going away parties, so many of these occasions have been accompanied by a slice of warmed Derby Pie (a must try) and a french press of coffee. Somehow, the bad service isn't a nuisance when you're surrounded by half a dozen of your closest friends. So don't be scared away by the long waits and somewhat overpriced food. Instead, come and savor everything: time with people you enjoy and desserts that cost more than your alcoholic beverage. Yum.
(3)Ashley P.
LOVE. THIS. PLACE. I've come here on multiple occasions and gotten the most superior service. I'm a huge fan of the various cheesecake and hot chocolates they serve. The hostesses and bartenders are really knowledgeable and a ball of fun! Plus there is a 50% off of $10 deal on halfoffdepot.com for this and the Buckhead location. YES!!!
(5)Lina M.
Typical late night coffee/tea cake/small snack place. If you're really hungry this is not the place. this is the place you go after you ate, to have dessert & drinks It's good & romantic for a date, it is also great for a girls night out I've been here countless times the cakes are always fascinating! The waitress told me that most of their cakes are shipped from Italy or made upstairs. You really don't have to worry about the waiters/waitresses because even if they're super busy, when go here everyone goes to chat so while you're stuck in a deep conversation everything seems to arrive in the right time!
(4)Hayley C.
I must first say, if this Intermezzo location is the only one you have been to, PLEASE try the location on Peachtree Street before you make a real decision about Cafe Intermezzo. Now with that out of the way, I can start my rant! I must say I have never had bad food or drink at Intermezzo, but the service at this particular location is horrible. BEYOND horrible actually!! I have been here four times and every time I go, I want to shoot myself in the foot for not going to the Peachtree Street location instead!! The only plus side to this location is the parking. I like the valet. Other than that, do not go here! The staff is rude and do not care. Here is an example of one of my experiences here: I came here with a few of my girlfriends (two of them had never been to Cafe Intermezzo!) and I brought a coupon from Half Off Depot. The coupon was on my phone, on the Half Off Depot app. NO where on my coupon did it say it needed to be printed out. (I've used quite a few few HOD/Groupon/etc coupons around the city via my phone before) I notified the waitress before we even ordered and she said it would be no problem. One of the girls at my table was on a budget, so I was letting her use the coupon so she could get a nice dish. So we ordered, and that was probably the last time we really got a good look at our waitress. It took forever to get our drinks. They were never refilled. Our food came out at very weird times. I was finished with my food before another party member even got their food!! The whole process takes forever, and we start worrying about the time. We had a movie to catch, and thought we had all the time in the world! But thanks to the customer-no-service, we waited to try and get our check FOREVER. I let the waitress know who is getting the discount. She then says we need it printed out (wait.. what?!). I ask to speak to a manger. I explain to him that we had been told at the beginning that this was ok. The manager does nothing to help us. He quick with his words and act like we are taking up his valuable time. I even ask if HE can print it out in the office just this once. But no, nothing. Just too bad for us! Since we are in a rush now, thanks to the slow service, I just let it go. (I let my friend borrow money since she had planned her meal around the coupon) When we finally flag down our waitress (or any staff! Where the hell was all the staff? Party in the back room??) to try and get to-go boxes, it takes again, FOREVER, for us to get our cards back. It was so embarrassing since I had raved over and over about Intermezzo. This location is such a shame. I hope they do a major overhaul, on staff AND management!
(1)Mike Y.
I can see that many people have a love hate relationship with this place. I'll be honest...I'm not a fan of sitting inside or outside their restaurant. On busy nights there are too many douchey people hanging around and their coffee drinks are mediocre. What I DO LOVE is the fact you can get their desserts To-Go. I like being able to head home with a tiramisu in hand. It calms my girlfriend down which is always good. I admit some of their desserts are just meh... It's a chill place on weekdays and it's close to home. i don't know if I would travel far to go there though...And the parking always sucks!!!
(4)Matt G.
I had not been to Cafe Intermezzo Dunwoody in a very long time and had a blind date there last night. I thought the atmosphere of the place was wonderful. The food and service were very good, we had appetizers, tea and wine. Now that I've become re-acquainted with Cafe Intermezzo I will be returning with friends.
(4)Tanya B.
I had a great experience here last night. We arrived around 10:30 pm on a Saturday night and the wait was about 20 minutes (we were told). We were seated after about 15 minutes. The area where we were seated towards the back was very dimly lit, which made reading the "out of control" drink menu difficult. The drink menu is too large, so I just put the beast down and improvised. I told the waiter what I had a taste for and he made a suggestion. The drink turned out great - a hazelnut, soy, liqueur, coffee concoction. My dessert was a fudge-y cake with cream cheesy frosting and it was fantastic - moist, not too fudge-y and very fresh tasting. I love Intermezzo! The only downside - the bathroom could have used some help. My only guess is that the staff was too busy promptly serving patrons to keep the bathrooms pristine. That said, if the bathroom had been better, I may have been motivated to rate this as five stars. Also, similar to what other posters have said, do not come here to actually eat a meal. This place is a dessert/coffee/cafe spot. It's a great date spot. Go to other places in the area for dinner and then come back to Intermezzo to finish off the evening.
(4)Megan C.
Ug, another night at Cafe Intermezzo? Really? With their huge selection of mediocre desserts and Cheesecake Factoryesque drink menu I have never found this place impressive. Not that I haven't tried. The first time I walked into this place I saw beautiful decor, lovely desserts and a very extensive drink menu. What more could a girl want? Well, that question was quickly answered by the poor service, average but high priced drinks and the mediocre food. The first time I came here, I thumbed through the drink menu and decided to ask the waiter about some of the more popular drinks. He told me he didn't drink and didn't know. I asked what he frequently sells and he said to me again, "I don't drink, I don't know. I mostly smoke pot." WHAT?!?!?! That pot OBVIOUSLY made you RETARDED. I have tried this place multiple times, I love the ambiance- I keep thinking I will find SOMETHING I like. I have tried the cake, it is never worth the calories, and every drink I have had has been a disappointment. What a waste! This place could be awesome, too bad it blows. I had a friend coming in on a late flight, and with this location being very close to my house and open, we decided to hit the place for a few cocktails. Well, they were actually alright this time. We probably should have just paid the bill and left it at that. But NO, we decided to order the $16 ARTISAN cheese plate. What came out? Well, a cheese plate, with PEPPER JACK, DERBY CHEESE and SMOKED GOUDA (the publix special). This is described on the menu as 3 artisanal cheeses served chilled with an assortment of breads. For definition of ARTISAN see below. "An artisan (from Italian: artigiano) is a skilled manual worker who makes items that may be functional or strictly decorative, including furniture, clothing, jewelry, household items, and tools. The term can also be used as an adjective to refer to the craft of hand making food products, such as bread, beverages and CHEESE." This cheese was not hand made or high quality, and wasn't made anywhere special. It was most likely picked up from the publix deli. Its fine if you want to sell smoked gouda and pepperjack, but don't sell it for $16 and make me think I am going to get some high quality local cheese! Anyway, the service wasn't stellar either, we had to flag the waitress down for any drink refills and for our check. I guess since we were catching up we didn't notice the service too much, but the food was, as always, a total dissapointment. Probably won't be back soon!
(2)David B.
Went here last weekend with a couple friends for dessert and coffee in the late afternoon. The location is nice, near my home as well. We didn't wait long at all to get water at our table, and the server was very friendly. I've been to the location on Peachtree and by far this location is MUCH nicer. I enjoyed the Caffe Bach and an ENORMOUS slice of the white chocolate amaretto cheesecake. My friends had the orange and chocolate sorbet. Very interesting presentation, the chocolate was served in a cocoa pod and the orange was in an orange "shell" (the fruit was removed to leave the skin behind). My only disappointment, the coffee is a bit steep for such a tiny serving. And the fact that it came in a dainty glass coffeecup with very little semblance of a grip to it, my big mitts had to just grab it like a beercan to even take a sip. If you're there just for dessert/coffee it's worth it, but from the people sitting around me who actually ordered food, the servings were miniscule at best for what I saw on the menu for the price.
(3)Ravi B.
Our service sucked! First he didn't give us time to decide what to drink. We finally chose something on the spot because he kept coming back every 30 seconds for about 3 minutes ("what do you want???") He couldn't even recommend a drink. The hot chocolate tasted like hot milk with not enough chocolate chips. I always go to intermezzo in Midtown Atlanta and their hot chocolate is amazing. We waited 20 minutes to order and we see our server saying hi to friends and walking around but not seeing if we're ok or what our order is. Finally after asking for him as he walks by he got us new hot chocolate but still didn't take care our order. The hot chocolate ended up having toooo much chocolate. Then he didn't even ask if the drink was ok. When i went to go order cake there was no one helping explain about the cakes like in Midtown. Later on, the manager came and he was really nice. I have to give him an excellent rating, but our server sucked. When we got our food the server never asked us if we're ok or need anything. My salad sucked. My cousin's tortellini was good though. Look at me finding the silver lining lol. When we were leaving, our server never even acknowledged us or said thank you or anything.
(1)Lyndsay K.
I can't believe I recently suggested to a date that we go to this totally cliche' date place. My rationale? They're open late enough to make that date continue and they have liquor. 'Nuff said. I ordered my usual for this cliche' date place I've been 1000 times - the Cafe Suss Nuss. Yummy as always. Can't remember what Date had, but it doesn't matter since I paid. Right? Right. A teensy bit better than its sister Buckhead location, but only because it didn't feel as "date-y" as the other. Alas, not somewhere I'd go often, but ok for a late-night date you aren't ready to end.
(3)Chuan S.
Me and the wife are fans of intermezzo for dessert and drinks rather than their full menu. The selection of cakes and other dessert is always pretty good, really wide selection of teas, coffees, mixed drinks and wines. Which means it's often a better choice for dessert after a meal than what the restarant can offer. Worth the trip after dinner for sweet-stuff. They're open Late and on Sundays which adds to the plus points. Once the diets are over we'll be back
(4)Amanda J.
I've been here twice with family. We've tried coming here to eat three times but the parking lot was full so we left. It's right across from Perimeter so it actually doesn't matter when you come, the traffic and parking is always a bitch. Best to have another place in mind just in case. First, let me just say that I want to like this place, I really do. I love the style, the mirrors, the patio the amazing cakes and pies, the fun and looooooooooong drink list. But for all the neat things this place offers there's forgetful waitresses, over priced fruit platters, and non crepe entrees that are only meh. A word of advice? Don't eat inside the restaurant during warm weather. They don't keep the A/C up and if you request it to be turned up they'll let you know they don't have control over the thermostat. Yeah okay.... Pasta dishes are boring and not worth the trip. Fruit platter appetizer is a handful of fruit. Not worth the money. The bread and olive oil appetizer is flavorless. Better use the butter. Artichoke and spinach crepe wasn't a hit. The pumpkin cake was amazing. The frosting was fantastic! I could feel my teeth rotting out of my mouth. Those goat cheese medallions are yummy. The drink with strawberries, lemonade and almond was nice. Stop by after dinner to eat a slice of cake and have a fun drink but don't come here for dinner.
(3)Bailey B.
I am a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo concept and of their stores. After shopping with my wife and generally having a fun Suday afternoon, we decided impulsively to leave the cats to their own devices for another couple of hours and make a romantic late afternoon/early evening at the perimeter location of Cafe Intermezzo. Service was attentive and patient, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the unleaded Champagne was definetely the best alcohol-free booze I've ever had. We knocked off the whole bottle, and a couple of coffees, too! The word "Intermezzo" is Italian for intermission, as during a concert or play. Cafe Intermezzo does a great job of providing a classy, intimate, romantic setting for those moments when you need an "Intermezzo" from the grind.
(4)Vanessa R.
Came here a few nights ago for the first time. The service was great. If you are looking for a full menu of food this may not be your place. However the salads are great and the teas are perfect. Also they have a awesome drink menu. I'm officially a fan.
(4)Liz H.
This location is more classy and elegant than the Peachtree one because of the decorations and tables. I sat outside under some roof, and the tables were black and hollow in some place with some flower design. I remember two things about this place: it's tucked away in the plaza, and they let us stay half an hour past closing time. Great place to meet up and talk, or I can see this place used for dates. Even late at night, I saw several professionally dressed people.
(3)Mitch R.
I love this restaurant. This is the best place for coffee and dessert. The WiFi is super slow, otherwise at least they have it. Be careful with the coffee and dessert portions though. They are a bit small. I'm very tempted to give them four stars, but I know that pricey places typically have smaller quantities.
(5)Rick F.
What a find! European style cafe, restaurant and bakery. They did a great job with the design! I've never seen a larger selection of tea's! Served the traditional European way with the appropriate cups, saucers etc. The food is great, homemade style! I had the 3 cheese grilled cheese sandwich with a cream of tomato soup! The soup was great, the cheese sandwich left much to be desired! Everyone else loved the food! The dessert is really the reason to come here, unbelievable! Great date place!
(4)Tim B.
Service is really slow and inattentive, especially when they know they'll get a 18% tip regardless because we had 6 people in our group.
(2)Mike M.
my high school hang out. too many good memories to recount. my rating is biased - out of all the years i have hung out here, i have only drank black coffee. but the atmosphere and memories are 6 stars. viva la intermezzo.
(5)Mick D.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for a date or an after-show conversation and consume enough sugar to knock down a horse. The savory menu is good, but make sure you get the tour of the dessert cabinets. Service is sometimes spotty, which is the only reason I give this Atlanta fixture three stars instead of four.
(3)Helmut B.
It is visually very exciting, the crowd, the ersatz ambiance, the display case of European inspired cakes and desserts. All looks very promising. The service can be spotty and on more then one occasion the wait person did not speak English well. While I appreciate foreign exchange programs and even work release programs - I feel rudimentary training is in order. Some of the desserts I have sampled are good, while others seem to be extruded from a uni- flavored dessert machine that only changes the form and decorative presentation of a given item.
(2)Amrita J.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place regardless of what time of the day it is. It's a great place to stop by during the day to grab a bit to eat or some coffee/dessert, as well as a nice romantic place to go on a date, or if you're just trying to have a low-key night with friends. The coffee and desserts are great. Every time I go the drink menu overwhelms me a bit though, because it's seriously like a novel that you have 5 minutes to read before your server comes back around and asks you what it is that you want to drink! ;) I don't eat there much, but have had a few of their paninis/wraps, which are pretty good also. Can't go wrong with this place!
(4)Sanjay D.
3 out of 4 members of my family were violently sick straight after eating here. Looking back now the food was only just warm when we got it. My wife sent an email to them and we heard back instantly from ..... their lawyers (who were just fact gathering), but never from the cafe. There was something very wrong about how this place operates. My experience was from last year but just got to making comment now.
(1)Mel R.
Wish I could give no stars. My friend and I decided to grab a late bite to eat after a girls night out. They weren't horribly busy, but our server took forever to get us water and then even longer to come around to take our orders. They tried to charge my friend extra because she wanted arugula instead of mixed greens on her salad even though both options are essentially the same price at the store. Then, not even the manager could answer whether or not the Caesar dressing was gluten free (I'm gluten intolerant), because he didn't really know what gluten was. It is scary that a restaurant that is attempting to get into the gluten free market with a gluten free apple some type of dessert does not take the time to educate their management or staff on gluten. It kinda makes me wonder about their kitchen practices and how they avoid cross contamination. They were also out of their gluten free dessert. My friend and I ended up leaving without ordering. For such a reputation as one of the better late night dining choices in the area, one would think they would be better educated regarding allergens and that they would have a better stock of desserts.
(1)TK B.
Maybe since I went on Christmas Day last year, it was just the wrong chef. I truly hope it is, and I plan on going back again just to see. However, I've heard that the one in Buckhead is really good compared to this one. I got the Gnocchi, I've eaten Gnocchi trillions of times, when I lived in Italy for 2 1/2 years, it was my favorite dish. However, the Gnocchi here was undercooked to the point where it was gummy and not done on the inside. I sent it back, and it came back out the same way it left. My aunt had to send her lasagna back. However, their Spinach and Artichoke dip was really good. If you ever go to the Buckhead location try the strawberry cake. They don't have it at this location (although, they say that all of the CI's have all of the same desserts.)
(1)Erin R.
If I was writing a review on just the food and drinks, Cafe Intermezzo would have received 5 stars! Their desserts are amazing! It is so much fun to walk up to the dessert bar and hear about all the different cakes and pies and tortes that they have. Their drink menu is insane-its a book! I went for their Versailles Lavender Earl Grey tea.. yum. Your tea comes in a fancy silver french press and lasts like 6 cups and remains super hot the whole time. What made me take away two stars is the service-they are SO slow in inattentive here. Every time my husband and I or my girlfriends and I went we would end up waiting forever just to get our check. Such a shame because everything else is wonderful!
(3)Jacky C.
The atmosphere is just amazing here! The dim soft oil lit candles make this place so romantic. Two coffees and two cakes will get your check around 30 bucks. Although it's a bit expensive the combination of the great atmosphere and delicious treats make it well worth.
(4)John M.
Poor service. We were seated by the hostess and given menus fairly promptly - but waited for 20 minutes at our table and were never approached once, while wait staff walked by constantly. One told us "your sever will be coming right now" at about the 15 minute mark, but they never came. Fastest way to ensure I don't come here again. The food might be amazing, but if I never get a chance to try it what's the point?
(1)GabrielÄ— G.
Don't need words! Everybody knows that it's a cute place for breakfast, lunch, romantic dinner or drinks with a girls!
(5)David T.
The atmosphere here keeps me coming back. I don't mind that it gets a bit lively, reminds me of an Italian cafe I frequented in the North Beach area of San Francisco. I only have eaten late night breakfast here, but it has always filled me up and left me going home happy after some great conversation. If you're up for learning a new language..spend a few moments in the bathroom where they pipe in lessons of various languages. lol
(5)Lee M.
I've gone many times over the years to Intermezzo by Perimeter, and the past couple times the quality of the coffee drinks has gone way down. It's one thing to get coffee at a restaurant that isn't top-notch, it's another to get coffee that is worse than the gas station type, at a European-style sit-down restaurant. C'mon folks, if you can't do this, you lost me. I have resorted to going to Alons if I'm in the area and want decent coffee.
(3)Robin Z.
When in doubt, we go to Cafe Intermezzo. I've actually only ever been in at night, so it was strange to see daytime photos. The atmosphere is the main attraction for me; it does manage a distinctly romantic-European-city-ish kind of feel. I love the pseudo-outdoor seating with patio chairs and tables. The selection of desserts is amazing, and the food is fine. I could spend all day reading the drink menu, because every one sounds to-die-for delicious. Although I haven't tried that many, since the Chocolate Raspberry Truffle is just too good and I can't help but order it.
(4)Andrew C.
Although a little pricey for my tastes in coffee there probably is no better place to go for coffee and a slice of cake/pie/pastry on a date night than here. The inside seems cramped, so I always sit outside. It is basically a large open patio and is very nice for the most part. The coffee is usually strong, which is great for me and I always share a piece of dessert with my girlfriend. Dessert is excellent, but once again, it can be pricey
(4)Candice M.
I visited Cafe Intermezzo during a late night adventure with my husband, best friend and her husband. We were blown away by the extensive drink and liquor list. I think it took us 30 minutes to decide on our drinks. We had fun reading all of the options and helping each other decide what to order. The drinks that we ordered were delicious! OMG, don't forget the dessert counter. My friend got an Oreo cake and she was literally moaning over how good it was. Their food menu seemed pretty selective as well but we were only there for a late night drink and a little dessert. The only complaint that I had was that the service was a little slow but nothing to REALLY complain about. I can't wait to go back again!
(4)Malinda L.
It's a hit or miss service. It's never a consistent service here. We either get a great server or a horrible one. But when we get great service its always a pleasant experience.
(3)Stormy C.
I went here recently for a private party. We were in an area of the restaurant that was away from the main flow and looked out on a nice garden area. The food was great and the desserts were unreal! Some people might not like it because it is a chain and their food is not extremely unique or boutique-y. But for a group everyone will find something they like and it seems a decent value. The bar area is very cozy looking and would be great for a happy hour. There is even a fairly large bar in a private room that could probably be reserved for groups. I'll be visiting again soon.
(4)Leah D.
Who cares about the service when there is so much CHOCOLATE!!! I don't know why Saturday was my first time here. If you have a sweet tooth or if you love coffee drinks with liquor this is your place. The place was packed but it only took about 5 minutes to get a table for 6. The service was not the best but like I said who cares. Just sit down and stuff your cake hole!
(5)David S.
You have to go here at least once, it is like someone crossed Starbucks with Panera and then added kitsch European old charm. This must be one of the largest selections of liquid refreshment I have ever seen, if they don't have it you probably shouldn't drink it anyway.
(4)Katrina D.
First off, I love Cafe Intermezzo. Why the two stars you ask?! This location- not so much. Although the decor and patio are very nice, the service is horrible!! It took my GF Laura and I like 10 minutes to get waited on, and then another 10 to get our wine. We sat outside where the two person tables are small and our table was never "pre-bussed..." Come on now! We ordered the Baby Baked Brie- it arrived about 15 minutes later. Really?!.. Because how is that feasible? It is freaking cheese!!!!!! We split the Seafood Risotto because neither of us were famished (I had already done a lot of munching that day). It was edible, but the Risotto seemed like it may have been out of a box of "The San Fransisco Treat." Typically I get dessert here although on this particular occasion we skipped (and, it is relevant to add, I go to the Buckhead location which is the one I will continue to go to as it is much better in my opinion). Definitely indulge in dessert though... It is pretty remarkable how knowledgeable the staff (who stand by the cakes) are regarding the desserts... They know everything about every cake, pie, etc. offered. Also, I have tried various desserts here and they are all scrumptious! (If you are on a diet, well, then split it!). All in all, I like Cafe Intermezzo. Perimeter Intermezzo is lacking however. While beautiful, the service is not good. If you must go to this location, still do it... I still recommend the Intermezzo for a date... Cool place! *2.5 stars, if the service was not horrible, I would have given 4*
(2)Sarah C.
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! been coming here since high school, it's one of my old standbys..they have a great breakfast menu, cheese plates and every kind of coffee in the world! great place for caffeine addicts!!
(5)J D.
The service isn't always good. In fact, sometimes it's absolutely horrendous. The food and coffee IS consistently good so I come back for brunch every once in a while. The Eggs Florentine and most of the savory crepes are my go-tos and are fabulous. The french toast is a brioche style and it yummy as well. It always takes a long time to get our food so it's a good place for a long brunch on a Sunday- you know, the kind when you really want to just relax and catch up with an old friend or something. Because seriously, I'm not sure how long it takes to put some spinach and poached eggs on a croissant, but apparently a while. Even when it's empty for brunch on Sundays when I usually come. I've never gone on a week night - it's funny to hear other reviewers say it's lively because it's always dead when I go which I love! Their coffee and tea list is extensive (as is the Scotch list) and like I said, the coffee is good. And the Banana Nutella crepe is worth splitting. But yeah, $30 later, it's no Waffle House. It is what it is, people. Horribly slow service, but I keep coming back. :)
(3)Tine S.
Hubby and I visited this location relatively late at night on a Saturday. We chose this location because we didn't want to deal with the parking issue and the crazy lengthy wait at the location in town. We were able to find a parking spot relatively quickly, and was seated immediately. Service was great-the waitress was very nice, my chicken panini was great, and my wine glass was brought to me promptly. As a matter of fact, we got our food in about 10 minutes-which is a first for me at Intermezzo. (Granted, it WAS 11:30 at night, but still, lol...) I had the NY style cheesecake for dessert, and I wasn't impressed. I'll try something else next time. Would I visit again? Yes. Definitely a great place to go and spend some QT with a significant other.
(4)Scott C.
Three friends celebrating our birthdays this week. We had a crappy lunch at Twisted Taco so we decided to stop by Cafe Intermezzo and bring dessert back to the office. The desert was good, but $8.40 for a slice of pie? Come on. For that price you should at least use a greener alternative for to go packaging. Service was just so so.
(2)Laura L.
I really don't get it why this place only has 3 stars. Cafe has incredible desserts and are always offering something new in that inticing case. They have a very expansive tea, coffee, and drink menu. This place is perfect for late night or post dinner, the ambiance makes you feel like you're in Europe, not Dunwoody. Give it a try, I've been here countless times and it will always be my go-to dessert place.
(5)Jefferson P.
This place has good Hot Chocolate and good deserts. The atmosphere is very nice and upscale, which yes does bring out the self righteous aholes. The wait staff isn't anything impressive and take forever to do anything but that's apart of the fvibe of this place. Bottom line is this is a nice place to sit around with friends, co-workers, girlfriends, laptops, or books and just take it very slow and relaxed with some good desert food and nice drinks.
(4)Gleni J.
Last night was my first time there. After eating dinner, me and my bf decided on drinks and dessert. Well it is a nice looking place but it was way too overcrowded and cramped. When I sat down, the lady behind me gave me a ugly look. Sorry that there isn't room for both of us but golly work with it people. Our server was very nice and attentive and the coffee and dessert was very good. Why two stars off? Well I felt I didn't get enough coffee for my Buck. It was a small cup I could finish in two sips but I was babysitting it so I can have it with my dessert which took awhile, and by that time it was cold...hotter coffee next time. And one of the hostess describing the desserts I thought was a little nonchalant and rude. I told her it was my first time there and she just stared. When I asked her what was what she just described it really dull and not too descriptive and kept it short. Even when trying to engage more about the dessert in question she didn't really care to pay attention...so much for the 'dessert tour'. But besides that it was an okay place. I don't plan on ordering food but to keep it as a late night coffee and dessert place i'll frequent it. Extensive list of drinks and the cakes and cheesecakes look really good, but I kept it simple with carrot cake. I'll try different cakes next time I go back. When going there make sure you don't have anything else to do after....
(3)Lee G.
"Our waitress said you could give us a tour of the desserts", I said to the guy at the dessert counter. "Point to something and I'll tell you what it is." Wow, some tour. "OK, what is this?" "Pecan......" "WHAT? I can't hear you." So goes our tour of the dessert selection. When our waitress told us to just go and ask for the tour, I expected just that, a tour... An explanation of their decadent offerings, maybe a story behind them and a recommendation. Instead I got a halfass quick answer I could hardly hear over the roar of the Saturday night crowd. Here's how the rest of our visit went... Coffee drinks - Best thing going here. My wife raved about her coffee and my cappuccino was delicious. Far better than anything from that Seattle outfit. Decor - Also nice. Beautiful place, European style and all. Crowd - Seriously busy on a Saturday night with hip Gen-Y types. Parking is a challenge. Did a few laps around this place before I found a spot. Inside it was like a rock concert. Other reviewers use the word 'intimate'. Maybe during the week but certainly not last night. I had trouble hearing my wife from across the table. Service - Our waitress was nice but a little slow. Then there is the aforementioned dessert bar dude. A post-it note would have been more helpful than this guy. Desserts - I ordered tiramisu and my wife a pecan torte with bourbon sauce. My tiramisu had no coffee taste, and the pecan torte no bourbon. They were beautiful to look at but were rather empty in taste. Very forgettable and not worth the price tag at all. Overall, I wasn't very impressed. A smaller crowd would improve the experience a lot. But given how popular they are, I doubt you'll find this place empty.
(2)Candice T.
Its a mid-upscale dimly lit, European style cafe that really redefines the word "cafe" (in Atlanta) This place has to have the BIGGEST drink menu I've ever seen in my life! Not just alcohol either. Coffees, beers, cocktails, non-alcoholic cocktails, you name it they got it! (literally) The drinks are pricey but they are pretty good. I've been here more times than I can remember and each time is the same. The service is one step above horrible, the ambiance is one step above wonderful! The desserts are to die for! Instead of a dessert menu they are all on display and definitely drool-worthy. I try different ones each time and I'm never disappointed. I wish I could say the same for the food. Although, I won't hold it against them because it's clear that food is the least of their concerns. Perfect for dates, hanging with friends, after movie coffee or drinks or just conversation in general. Stays open late as well which is a rare-find in the Dunwoody/Perimeter area.
(4)Fiona N.
I really like this place for their cheesecake and drinks. They have a wide variety of amazing cheesecakes and a long, long, long list of all kind of drinks. I especially love their tea and coffee. They are all amazing and tasty. It does have an European feel to it, that I love. I just hate that it is always crowded and there's no good place to sit, without annoying people. In the evening, the place is so dark. It is good if you go on a date, because it kind of has a romantic sphere.
(4)R G.
Mixed feelings on this place. I like the ambience and extensive coffee menu. Overpriced? Yes. Worth it if you enjoy the ambience? Sure. But definitely stick with coffee and dessert. Last time I went was the first time I've tried the regular menu and I was very unimpressed. We wanted a light lunch, and boy did we get it for a not so light price. A grilled cheese sandwich should actually contain SOME cheese. The chili was so so.
(3)Samuel L.
OK, I have been to 2 different intermezzos and here is my take on the one in dunwoody. I like the idea, but i don't like the place. There always seems to be some sort of temperature problem in the place for me, usually way too hot. I ordered a limoncello here once, and they brought it to me not in a cordial glass, but in a rocks glass with ice. Now, i don't usually give a shit what someone serves my drink in, even fine wine, but this completely ruins the entire drink. It was watered down lemon-sugar by the time it got to me, i guess the ice was what i really had an issue with it. But seriously, you are supposed to be some euro-style cafe, get your shit straight. Other than that, the desserts have been ok, and the service has been ok. so, this place doesn't get a "won't go back tag", but it's not on the top of the list for a drink and dessert.
(3)Anthony P.
This is THE place to go for drinks and dessert after a meal. Or to take a midday coffee, tea, break European style, with a slice of a sweet and maybe even a liquor. The ambience is very European as well. Just don't expect quick service. Take a look at the hundreds of different coffee drinks on the coffee menu! Or the hundreds of liquors! Enjoy!
(4)Rebecca W.
I love Cafe intermezzo as a place to meet friends for drinks that is laid back and not super flashy. I would definitely recommend this location over the Buckhead location because the Buckhead location has a more snooty crowd while the Perimeter location is more laid back. The hot chocolate is delicious, and the desert wines are great, but the glasses are VERY small!
(4)tiffany w.
ok, my waiter was SUPER awkward and completely MIA...but i go here after having dinner somewhere else ( i never had the actual food here) let me tell you. their cheesecakes ( i always get the tiramisu cheesecake) is to dieeee for!!! it is pretty expensive ( 8$ for a slice) but the size of the slice is pretty decent. I once drove 45 minutes here just for their cheesecake one night.. haha!! you have to try this place!! oh, and the interior decor is super cute at night!!
(4)Jessica R.
Perfect place to go for an after dinner drink or coffee. 11pm on a Saturday night and it was packed. Service was slow. Drink menu is HUGE. 2 full display cases of different desserts. Intimate setting. Would go back at a time when it is less crowded.
(3)AM P.
I am from NJ and my brother lives down near Atlanta, GA. When I visited him last week he and his friends took me here. I was pleased that a place like this was open so late at night (we were there after 10pm) and that it served alcohol in addition to coffee and dessert. When we got there I was more pleased that they served food so I ordered a tuna melt. Our order took a bit longer than I had wanted (I attributed this to having been from the NJ/NY area where service is quick) so I didn't make a fuss. At first they brought out a cheese dip which we DID NOT order and then after everyone had received their proper order I realized they were never coming out with my tuna melt. I asked our waiter, who informed us he took over our original waitress, what had happened. He apologized then finally came out with a cold tuna sandwich. By this time everyone was done with their food and drinks. I informed the waiter I had actually ordered a tuna melt and told him that I didn't want the cold tuna sandwich and that he didn't have to bring out my tuna melt and to just forget the order all together. By this time it was almost midnight. The manager, who was very nice, apologized and informed me that if I wanted my tuna melt that he would have it wrapped and it would be of no charge. When we finally got the bill, we were charged not only for the tuna melt, but also for the cheese dip which again we DID NOT order. Finally after even more time, the manager finally corrected the bill and gave us each a $10 gift certificate. The next night we decided to go back and use our gift certificates. My brother's friend had ordered a $4.00 coffee and used her $10 gift certificate. The waitress never gave her change. She asked the waitress why this was and she replied, "You need to use the whole gift certificate." My brother's friend had been contemplating getting one of her friends a gift certificate to this place for her birthday. Finally she asked, "So if I give my friend a $50 gift certificate from this place, she has to use the WHOLE $50 in one shot?!" The waitress replied, "Yes." Needless to say, she never bought her friend a gift certificate... Unfortunately, I really wanted to love this place, but there are just too many little things wrong with the service that I don't think I will go back when I visit my brother. Nor do I think my brother and his friends will return...
(2)Megan F.
okkkaaaayyy. i had a weird experience here. i went for my first time the other night and it was okay. i started off with the turkey and brie crepe. it was the strangest thing ever. that was un like any turkey i have ever tasted in my life... and not in a good way... in a bizarre way. so i kind of brushed it off. then me and my friends went over to the dessert bar and picked out our little dessert and a cup of hot chocolate. the dessert was yummy but it was the same price as my dinner! i thought that was a little crazy for a little slice of pie. so from now on i will either go for just dessert or i will try something else on their menu. also dont go there if you have to be somewhere later. the service was very slow. we waited 15 minutes before someone came to our table. so thats my story :)
(3)Sarah E.
It's hard for me to review Cafe Intermezzo objectively, because it was one of my very earliest hangouts. I grew up in Dunwoody, and when I was in high school, I thought it was the height of cool to hang there with my friends and look bored while sipping coffee. In all fairness, I think the atmosphere at the midtown location is significantly better than that of the Dunwoody one. But at either place, you have to be prepared for slow (or absent) service, and sometimes a trendier-than-thou attitude from the waitstaff. The good things about Intermezzo (besides my loving teenage memories) are that the coffee beverages are yummy and so are the desserts. There's a pretty astounding variety in that dessert case to boot. The bad things about Intermezzo are the service and, even worse, the food. It's not just that the food selection is limited. It's not even how pricey the food is (and boy howdy, let me tell you that it's pretty pricey for what you get). It's the fact that the food is just not good. Don't order it. Do not come to Intermezzo expecting a quality meal. Come expecting a nice dessert and coffee experience. As long as you're not in a hurry, it's probably worth it.
(3)Cynthia S.
Several years ago, I met a business associate at Cafe Intermezzo and was very pleased with both the service and the quality of the food. I'm sad to say that as of today, this is no longer the case. Our server was pleasant, but it took far too long for our food to come. When it did arrive, the hot chocolate was bitter & watery, the fish tasted dirty, the vegetables had been steamed to death, and the cake was so old and stale tasted like it had been sitting uncovered on the counter for days. The only reason it gets two stars us that the server was so nice. Otherwise, it would have only gotten one.
(2)Tu-van L.
A really cute and trendy dessert/cafe/bar/lounge spot not far from Perimeter Mall. Their coffee drinks were well-made and plentiful while their desserts are amazing. While my husband and I shared this delicious black and white chocolate cake, my mom and aunt's ebony and ivory white and milk chocolate cheesecake was AMAZING! If I weren't with my mom I would've ordered another slice. Nice yet noisy French cafe like ambiance with candlelight and dark paneled wood walls and furniture. Don't understand why you have to have your dessert order dictated by an dessert attendant and bring your order back to your table for your waitress.
(4)Peter Y.
I can't quite put my finger on it but there's something very familiar about Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe I've been here in a past life...who knows. What I do know is, this place is a nice spot to hang out and get dessert. And recently, it's been my go to spot to finish a date. Surprisingly, their drink menu is as extensive as Brickstore's beer menu. They've got all kinds of teas, coffees, alcohol and desserts. They're also open pretty late which is good for night owls like me.
(3)Deirdre O.
Dessert is my favorite meal. So no surprise that I was going to check this place out. Its opened late, there are tons of yummy things to choose from and the ambiance is oh so inviting. I went on a Friday night after having a very satisfying dinner with friends. They mentioned dessert, so I had to not deny myself the oppurtunity to have some. I shared a slice of red velvet. It was all that I expected it to be; moist, intensely delightful and the icing just creamy smooth and perfect.
(5)Shauna R.
Didn't try much on the menu but loved the outdoor patio going on. Nice and relaxing and the waitress was very nice but a bit unhelpful with the wine selections. The drink menu was quite extensive but the food was a bit overpriced in my opinion for some place that is considered more of a cafe type. I gave it 3 stars since I only had their house salads and drinks. The bartender must have been new since the drinks were either watered down, or too much cheap liquor being used. Don't order their pomegranate martinis. They taste HORRIBLE. Go to Wildfire, they KNOW HOW TO MAKE THEM. Liked the ambience, but that's about it.
(2)Bryan B.
A great and unique place among the boring drudgery of the Atlanta cliche restaurant scene. Food is good, but what you come here for is an unmatched coffee menu, great desserts, and its night owl-friendly hours. A great place to take a date after dinner.
(4)Dustin W.
I really can't believe I've driven past this place for so many years in Buckhead and not been the least bit interested in stopping in. After a long dinner with a friend in Dunwoody and blabbing on the phone I finally joined the group. Cocktail on the table and a slice of velvet cake that was to die for. I literally could have died and would be a happy man. Only weird thing that happened was some girl following me to the bathroom and looking me up down like I was a piece a meat.
(4)Bryan L.
Fun spot to hit up on the late night, Very dark and cozy They have a huge drink book with plenty of non-alcoholic alternatives. They also have a big assortment of desserts to go along with your coffee. They have food too but never really looked at the menu. This is my coffee/cake before bed spoT.
(3)Jessica C.
I kept going to Intermezzo, hoping one time I'd finally be WOWed. Last night I realized that will never happen. I think I've been there about 7 or 8 times now and the service is consistently bad. They're friendly enough, but it took at least 30 minutes for someone to come to our table so that we could ask for water. Then we had to ask for it three more times before we got it, about an hour total after we sat down. There was a lot of miscommunication going on between the manager and our server - they each brought the drink I had ordered, but I'd only ordered one. Here's a guide to surviving Intermezzo, because it really is a gorgeous ambience: 1. Ask the person seating you to arrange for water for the table 2. Try to pick what drink you want to order before the water arrives 3. Speak slowly, politely, and enunciate your order because they often do not write orders down and have to come back to ask you again. 4. Don't order food or have anywhere to be in a hurry. 5. Enjoy the scenery and how good your friends look in the beautiful lighting!
(2)Eve E.
The service is super slow. I went in to order a take out dessert. I had a coupon but I had to wait for the manager to prove it so I can use it. When I was waiting for him, I tried to pick the cake I want and there was nobody can help. Finally the manager can and told me I can use the coupon and he left. After I pick the cake, I was told the manager has to process my payment because I use a coupon. And then there was the long long wait. It was 1am on a weekday with more than half the restaurant empty. I had my friends waited for a long time at my place for some "quick" dessert.
(1)Chris A.
4 Stars for their desserts and coffee drinks. 2 Stars for their lunch. Great place to after dinner dessert or place to bring a date. Large selection of cakes, pies, and coffee type drinks. Very tasty. Lunch menu looked good while we were there for dessert. Thought we'd come back for lunch sometime. Mistake. Not very good, place was empty.
(3)Falicia G.
Romantic! If you are looking to have a quiet romantic date, then this is it. The mood is calm, the music is just right, and the only light comes from candles lit at your table. Now, my experience wasn't necessarily the lovey-dovey one but, I was with a handsome, nice, intelligent man, who made me think about what it would be like to be on a "romantic date" with him. We sat at the bar, which was an experience. It took about 30 minutes for me to get a drink. I think the bartender was actually a waitress pretending to be a bartender. She couldn't find two of the beers that my friend was looking for. Other than that, it was a fantastic time at a nice restaurant.
(4)Anson P.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of those places that you can take your mother for a mother day's brunch or a place where people can take their mistress for a cup of a coffee (if that's your thing). The menu is pretty extensive with cafe items, granted they are all pricey. I had an apple cider which was ok but not really worth the price. I tried some of my friend's tiramisu and it was alright. I have to agree with the other reviews. The service was pretty slow. It was a good while before anyone actually came over to us. This place is what it is. If you are looking for some place to get a cup of complicated coffee, this might be the place for you.
(3)Tulie L.
This place is VERY cute for a date- Great wine selections and the lighting and is perfect for being romantic. Did I say Great WINE?? hahhaha yeah we skipped the dessert and went straight for the wine... and it was yummy... The waiter was good , came just in time to ask us for another refill or another glass. I think the place is very warm.. and Lauren S. is so right, they are overzealous with the heater.. my date got super hot and had to take off his sweater.. The crowd was young, and alot of other folks looked like they were on there date as well.
(4)Vincent V.
I actually prefer this location of Cafe Intermezzo to the one downtown since it's not quite as popular or insanely busy. The menu is virtually the same, and the great selection of desserts and coffee drinks are there as well. The service at this location is similar to the one downtown, which isn't a good thing. If the service could ever live up to the European style and those great desserts, I'd be willing to go there frequently. I still say that they charge way too much for their coffee drinks. You're almost paying Starbucks prices for drinks that are much smaller. A normal coffee drink here is about 8 oz. of liquid, which is a third smaller than a tall/small at most coffee shops. Don't be shocked when you're paying a few bucks for a drink you can down in a couple of minutes.
(3)Carolyn B.
A "Sex in the City" themed day out with my girls, can't be official without a visit to Cafe Intermezzo. We arrived here after a much needed Manicure and Pedicure. We walk in what felt like a space traveler and ended up in Europe, but unlike some of the friendly Europeans, we were greeted by a host that handed us menus and said seat yourself. If this place was crowded I might have been more understanding, but if you have the free time to hand me a menu do you really not have time to direct me to a comfortable table? The waiter was very nice (and cute, which is why I added a star). I ordered the Shrimp salad with a Mojito which was awesome. After the meal my friend and I were really excited about dessert (I am hands down a huge Cheesecake lover), the waiter instantly returned with our check, no mention of dessert no refill on our drinks, and to top off this already not so good service, he brings the check without splitting the bill. So after reviewing this place I remove a star. One star is for the unique decor and the great salad (which I will get again at a different location), and the second star is for the waiter's looks alone. If you've never visited this location it is tucked away in a what looks like an abandoned plaza, for it to be this dead you would think the service would be better to entice people into returning.
(2)Todd S.
We have been here for 30 minutes. Sunday, Sept 4th 10:45pmTerrible service tonite. Do not come!! It's dry outside in the romantic courtyard but they won't seat anyone out there due to lack of servers on a holiday weekend. Horrible management.
(1)Lindsay S.
From the moment I set foot in this dimly lit cafe I fell in love. My friends & I went here on Christmas Eve last year and had one of the best times. We sat at the bar and had a little snack of soup and a few drinks to ease us into the Christmas spirit :) The bartender was absolutely amazing I wanted a banana drink and he made an absolutely delcious banana chocolate martini to die for. Overall this is a great little spot that I will definitely go back to.
(5)Flora L.
The atmosphere is great, the food is hit or miss, but the service, well that is just plain awful. I usually come here for lunch and there is usually just one server for the outside seating. Since the place isn't often crowded, the hostess allows us to sit as we please, which results in a server who is often frantically running around to widely dispersed tables or walking around aimlessly. It gets irritating when you have places to go and you're just idly sitting there waiting 25+ minutes for the check. Asking the server to split the check, add on another 15 minutes to your wait time. My first meal here was the wild mushroom and prosciutto with pesto priced at $11. The serving was small yet the sauce was very heavy and became overwhelming. On the next occasion, I had the Chicken Duxelle crepes with a side of potatoes. This was the best meal I've had here. Savory and filling. Lastly, on my most recent visit, I had the Parisian Turkey at $9 with a side Caesar salad. The sandwich was pretty good nothing extraordinary. They were offering $5 for $10 on halfoffdepot but lets just say unless you're eating alone or willing to just use one coupon for the table, the deal isn't really that great. I used it once with another friend where the server kindly split our checks and credited each coupon but on the second occasion, the server was rude and was unable to explain to use what he could and could not do. Overall, I've had enough of this place. The dessert is good, but often pricey..
(2)Tara O.
YAY!!! I finally tried this place out on a little bday dinner date:) My bf loved this place! It was our first time, but I can say the deserts are delish!! OMG!! Apple pie was so yummy, I literally made up a rap song about it on our way home. lol! Pure comdey...I think they put something in it to make me go bonkers:) Food was delish, but small in portion. The atmosphere was sexy, but I felt like everyone was on top of each other in the main area. Well, my partner was bothered by the couples converstation behind him the whole time. Lol...Thank goodness they put us in the corner in one of the back rooms. Parking was something serious as always for the perimeter area on the weekends. But, snce I'm from ATL I always have a little trick for that particular area. We parked across the street in the dillards parking lot & walked our happy butts over. I hate riding around in a circle wasting time trying to find a parking spot. Try this place out. Yummy desserts!!!!!
(4)Tymara P.
omg the cake is good! sometimes service kinda slow!
(4)Mitchy B.
Ok, i like this place, the ambiance is very chic/cozy.. Me and bf went after dinner to grab dessert and we enjoyed it. We both liked the cake we got, my bf is the chocoholic of the relationship so it was only natural that he got the mississippi mud pie and he loved it! its extremely chocolicious! i on the other hand dont like chocolate as much (sue me!) so i opted for creme brulee cheesecake, very very indulgent and rich, really enjoyed it. My only problem was the coffee! OMG ive never had a sweeter coffee in my LIFE!!! i got a toasted almond mocha coffee and was expecting a hint of almond and mocha, but dang!! this coffee was sweeter than my cake! it kinda ruined it for me, i couldn't finish my cake or the coffee.. very disappointing :( but like i said, cakes were pretty good, but ive had better for sure.
(3)Tina M.
Extremely disappointed....used to be one of my favorite places to stop in for dessert & cappuccino...I ordered my usual, it's like a berry tart. The crust was soggy the berries were not sweet. Killer for me since I live for dessert..
(2)Nitin M.
Variety of drinks, incredible cakes, a true cafe experience.
(4)Marcus R.
Excellent dessert selections!
(4)Megan K.
It was annoying that the place only had tiny 2 person tables. We asked for a bigger table and they gave us another tiny one. Had the chicken basil tomato pesto panini, it was good but not great. The server was not very stoked to be at work, but it was a slow day. I really wanted a crepe but their "crepe machine" was broken. And i missed the chance to get dessert. I'll have to try this again.
(3)Flora H.
Great atmosphere, great food! I absolutely LOVE the cake here! Whenever I think about the cake here, my mouth waters. My ultimate favorite is the key lime cheesecake. The lighting is a bit dim, but if you want brighter lighting then there's an outdoor seating option. Although it's a bit pricey, I think it's okay to treat myself here and there. It's not a place I would visit frequently, but maybe once or twice a month or when I'm having dinner around in the area. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! It's a great place to sit down, enjoy the food, and converse with company.
(4)Nadia H.
Cafe Intermezzo is an early afternoon or a late night coffee house / bar spot than a restaurant. The service is extremely slow most of the time. The food is so so. Their drinks and desserts are creative and tasty.
(2)Victor A.
Ok, so there are definitely cafes w/better coffee, better desserts (they don't even make most of theirs), better service, etc. But not at late-night......a good place to relax and conversate the night away with friends.....their drink/coffee menu is rather extensive and quite good.....especially the mixed coffee drinks....desserts I'd say just go with what the cake lady /man at the counter suggests.......you need to take your time at this place........it is NOT a Starbucks, so relax and enjoy the night......Easy parking on a weekday........excellent location.......
(3)Jason B.
Slow service, overpriced food, bad crepes... Not much good to say about this euro cafe.
(1)Timber W.
I loved this location. The place just seemed more refined--with its glossy hardwood floors, nice light fixtures, and Romanesque statues--than the Peachtree destination. I wouldn't recommend eating dinner at Intermezzo. Instead, I go for the ambiance, hot chocolate, and cake, which is displayed in a mouth-watering array beneath the glass counter. Intermezzo is the perfect place to hit up for dessert!
(4)Nicole S.
Cafe Intermezzo. Doesn't it sound like the perfect place to end a fun night? You'd imagine coffee with your friends. Gossip with your girls. Joking with your boys. But, although the cafe itself is nice, there are some setbacks that might make you want to ditch this and go to Starbucks if coffee is all you want. So, what's good? The deserts. Sweet, fluffy cakes. Thick huge pies. The desert menu is full of anything you can think of. Whatever your taste is, I would bet that they have your flavor. What's not so good? The deserts. They are over priced. They run around $7 for one piece of cake or higher. By the time you add the expensive coffee or drink, you're paying for a real meal at a regular place anywhere else in Atlanta. Being fair is key here, though. The environment is decorated almost as if you are in a European coffee shop. Just as much attention is paid attention to the details of the restaurant as the cakes and pies. It's very cute for a date you want to continue talking with later into the night. I'll be frank. It gets crowded. Very crowded. There are lots of people in and outside the cafe. Fairly noisy, but not overly noisy. The young 20s and 30s crowd are on dates and the "I haven't seen you in forever. Let's get coffee sometime," kind of crowd. So, everyone's laughing, having a good time. That can be vibrant. The menu is limited. There's not much of a selection because, well, they serve deserts and coffee. So, you'll be tempted to get that one piece of cake that sells for the price of 3 full cakes. Not a place for kids. Great "let's catch up" place. The service is not bad, but could be more cordial. But, with so many people, perhaps I'm asking to much. Bottom line. Go with a pocket full of cash and some time to talk to your buddy. It's a great environment for conversation.
(3)Hector M.
I just had possibly the worst pasta I have ever had in Atlanta at Cafe Intermezzo :( - it was bland and simply uneatable... Do not go here for a meal - go for a drink or dessert. Service was nice and wine acceptable though. Do not care for the crowd as you would expect a more cosmopolitan vibe yet that was not the case. Lesson learned.
(1)Michael T.
A great place to start off, or wind down an evening. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, without sacrificing its polished appearance. Everyone can find something on the menu, as there is plenty on offer besides the Coffee and Desserts (which most people seem to come in for). There are sandwiches, pastas, and appetizer plates to suit most every palate, and in my experience, have been served very consistently and with friendly service. The drinks menu will shock you the first time you see it. It is absolutely massive. You'll find something new each time you visit. You may want to seek advice from your doctor before ordering some of the more adventurous concoctions. This place is a real lifesaver as it is open every day of the year and late into the night. In a city where so many places close their doors either too early or completely on many holidays, this is a great and reliable place to go.
(4)Rainbow B.
My father and I have been long time regulars of this place. The food is great, the wine and spirit selection is top-notch, and the coffee is almost comparable to Italy itself. But the one thing that stands out the most to me is the exemplary service. Whether you drop a couple hundred dollars on a big dinner with friends and family, or just stop in for a cup of coffee while you work on you computer they treat you like a queen! Whoever says that it's pretentious is just a low class person. I'm no debutante but Im not from the ghetto either and the staff is just always on point, eager, attentive, genuine, and always go above and beyond to make sure your visit is perfect. Ever server, bartender, barista, desert case attendant and manager is kind and patient. I have been working in foodservice and bars for 9 years and I understand service. This is one of those places where you actually NOTICE how good the service is. Thanks again guys and we will be regulars for many more years to come!
(5)A B.
Horrible service. Food and drinks arent any better. There are way better places in Atlanta
(1)Barney B.
cool vibe, good coffee, booze if you want it. all good stuff. the food, is food. I guess what I mean is that the 'red pepper soup' tasted like red peppers. the grilled cheese tasted like cheese and bread. fairly simple, somewhat plain, but definitely not bad - just ... food. probably a good stop after dinner for dessert or late night coffee - but in such a weird spot that I doubt it's on anyone's ride home. still, it blows away most other options in the 'hood
(3)Steve B.
Thao, I can assure you, it's not just you. I typically go there well dressed, and as a professional in the area, I'm usually with other folks who are as well and needless to say, the service is still dismal. Not unlike yourself, I've been coming here for years and really haven't felt a need to go back for a while. Yeah, the food is ok and the desserts are great but honestly, if I'm going to spend the kind of money I would at this place, I'd rather go elsewhere.
(1)Sean D.
Cafe Intermezzo has one of the best atmospheres I've experienced in the Atlanta area...Great place to go for coffee, drinks, and/or crepes, particularly in the evening. They have an enormous drink selection, particularly cocktails and coffee drinks. You can't go wrong with their martinis. Their dessert selection is vast...mainly cakes. Dessert quality is decent, but my favorites are the aforementioned. Very cozy place...enjoy.
(5)Honey K.
As other reviews have stated - the menu is huge and impressive and drinks/desserts are nice. But I have never found it worth the $$$. Service is usually prompt and patio is good on a nice spring day. I go here because it is closer to my place - I won't drive far off for it though.
(3)Jason B.
On my first official trip to Atlanta my friend Jonathon W. took me out to Cafe Intermezzo. What a delightful time we had, we were shortly joined by his friend Tyler C. who was a vivacious young lady if I don't say so my self. The server was a delight to work with, right off the bat she was up for joking around with us. She was good at judging if we needed her at the table or if we were too wrapt up in conversation to be bothered. The atmosphere out side was wonderful for a beautiful warm spring evening (though the 5,000 pollen count was not so desirable). I would highly recommend if one goes to sit out side. Indoors seemed a bit dark for my tastes but I'm sure is lovely during the day with a hot sun beaming down. The Irish coffee I ordered was very enjoyable but I wondered the entire night why the shot of whiskey came on the side of my coffee. We all know where it's ending up, I would rather you just add it before it comes to the table. The dessert selection is vast to say the least. Something for everyone in my opinion. If you like pastry cream and things similar in texture you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. The one major draw back to this establishment is the desserts are purchased (as found out by asking the wait staff) Despite this small detail the experience was over all wonderful, though I didn't know it until searching for the web site they also offer free wifi which is a huge plus for those of us who don't like waiting to get home to yelp or would rather sit at Marshall Mc Gearty and yelp than at home. One other part is that it's not the least expensive place I've been to. Though I will go back I would much rather see them charge top dollar for desserts that are made in house by a pastry chef (like my self, hint hint people!!!) instead of buying them. Even if they do come air mail from other countries!! Good luck to you on this place I really hope that you find it as enjoyable as I did. Make sure you take someone you enjoy with you. Any bad experiences will be off set by the joy of a good companion!!
(4)Tim R.
This place is amazing! It's decorated like a European Coffee House. The menus are broken down into food and a separate for drinks. The drink menu is extremely thorough. There are drinks ranging from coffee and tea to wine and beer to absinthe. The food was very good. My wife and I came here on three separate occasions during the week. Once for breakfast, once for a late lunch, and once for late night drinks and dessert. The first two visits were great! Excellent service, great food, and great drinks. I only wish we had one by us.
(4)Sarah S.
I love Cafe Intermezzo! Whenever I have out of town company visiting, I always make sure to treat them to dessert and coffee at the Dunwoody location. I find the restaurant to be intimate, unique and pretty freaking cool. As soon as you walk inside, you feel instantly transported into an amazing European coffee house. While a chain, the menu is still gourmet and extensive. The prices aren't cheap but menu the offers something for everyone. I love the sweet baby baked brie appetizer, the salmon farfalle pasta entree, the AMAZING dessert counter (the best selection in Atlanta, hands down!) and the drink menu (or as I call it, the novel!). They offer HUNDREDS of drink options ranging from relaxing teas to italian sodas, coffees to after dinner liquor. While I LOVE this place, there ARE 2 DOWNSIDES: 1. The Parking SUCKS! Be prepared for the possibility to have use the complementary valet. 2. The service is SLOW... Expect a European-like meal experience. I've never had a quick, in and out meal at Cafe Intermezzo. When you go, bring your appetite, your wallet, good company and a few hours to spend and you will have a night to remember!
(4)Jennifer L.
I used to date a European guy. He was over here all by himself - all his family was waaaaay back across the pond and then some. One night he was feeling particularly homesick. I decided to take him to Cafe Intermezzo in Dunwoody. Since it's billed as a European-style coffee house, and I had heard him speak of how much he enjoyed the coffee houses back home, I thought it might seem a little familiar to him thus alleviating some of his homesickness. Boy, did I ever hit a home run with that one. He kept looking all around him marveling at how similar it was to the cafes in his country. Even the menu was spot on, especially the Turkish coffee, which he said tasted just like his mother's. The trip to Intermezzo lifted his spirits immeasurably. I had been there prior to that night, but this was the first time I realized how authentic it is. So, if you want to experience a true European-style coffee house, visit Intermezzo. And it doesn't necessarily need to be for a date - go there with your friends, go there for business, go there by yourself if you want. The servers are always incredibly nice and knowledgeable, and if you could bottle camaraderie you could take the atmosphere with you. Highly recommended. The Buckhead location is nice, too, but I really prefer Dunwoody location.
(5)Spin G.
Used to love going here with my husband when we were dating, so it was a great dissappointment last night. No longer do you get a tour of the desserts, dozens of fabulous looking cakes, pies, and tortes with no labels that aren't labeled, so you have no idea what they are. The fancy coffees are wonderful, but we had to wait a good long time and make a couple of inquiries before we got any service. I definitely would NOT recommend it.
(1)Michael H.
This place is a joke! Four of us went Saturday night around 10PM. We were told the wait would be about 15 minutes, which ended up being over 30 minutes because they sat groups that had come in after us. Once we finally got seated, the first thing we did was hand the witless (oops, I mean waitress) a paper with our dessert choices. 10 minutes later we get our coffee and she leaves to get our desserts. Another 10 minutes later she comes back with ONE dessert (we had ordered four) and the wrong one at that. Then she has the nerve to tell us that we waited too long to give her the dessert list and they were out of all of them. At this point we were all steamed and just want to get out of there. The manager comes over very apologetic and even offers a $25.00 voucher for next time. Good job right? WRONG, because after waiting 10 minutes he never comes back to the table. Needless to say we won't ever be going there again.
(1)Talib K.
Service here is about like that relationship that never really goes anywhere......it starts out strong but never really lives up to the initial meeting/date. The waitress turned bartender for a day was cool and attentive at first then she went incognito for a while; just like the Peachtree location. The menu is the same and the set up is the same as the Peachtree location. Only difference is the clientele. The flow is a lot more yuppy. Also, it doesn't have the same old wood-grain euro charm. But I have to give it to 'em for consistency; my hummus had the same ole "just okay" taste as my fave on p'tree.
(2)Ani K. O.
I'm bummed. I was told this is a great local place. The service was slow but helpful. The food was not bad. I had a spinach crepe with portabella and feta. Honestly, it needed some salt but other than that it was tasty. The place didn't rock my socks off... and that's what i was hoping for. Bummer.
(2)Libby D.
I have been to both locations of Intermezzo several times this year as it is a favorite of a colleague. I can say that this location is far preferable to the Buckhead/Brookwood location, but they both leave a lot to be desired. Service at both locations is indifferent and uneducated. Servers always seem more interested in clustering together and talking to each other. Food is overpriced and bland. Last trip I ordered a crepe and got this dry, folded over piece of pastry over lukewarm cheese and cold spinach. Really? for $9? Skip it. Deserts are hit or miss. Most look better than they taste and the counter is so crowded it is hard to get good info on what they are. Invest in some small signs to place in front and this process would be improved. The drink menu is extensive. I have only ever had coffee and tea there. I really don't like many coffee drinks ( I drink black coffee and the occasional mocha) so I cant speak to those, but I do love tea and the tea selection is possibly the best in Atlanta. My only complaint is they plop the teapot in front of you with no clue how long it has been brewing - it is a guessing game as to when your tea is ready. One advantage they have and what keeps me going back is the late hours. If you want a place to sit, talk and have a cup of tea post late movie, dinner, etc this is one of few options OTP. So much is bad and what is good could really be improved upon. That said, I will likely be back, but don't expect me to order more than 1 pot of tea.
(2)Bryan B.
I've been going to the Intermezzo for about 15 years now (this location and the one on Peachtree). The coffee/drinks/desserts are always wonderful, but the food menu is very lacking and what is on there isn't always great. For that reason, I typically don't have dinner there, but lots of drinks and lots of desserts. I've been to Intermezzo on just about every kind of occasion: dates, hanging out, taking an out-of-towner, etc... The ambiance is top notch. The service is usually good, but never great. It's occasionally sub-par, too, and some of the waiters aren't familiar with the menu or how to properly serve a drink (I've been offered 'rocks' by one certain waiter in EVERYTHING I've ordered...sorry, but he should know ice does NOT belong in brandy)! And, it's not that he's new, I've had him several times over several months. But I'll always go there. Short from physically abusing me, I can't think of a reason I wouldn't continue to go there, it's be one of my favorite places for too many years. I love it despite the occasional bad service.
(4)D Z.
Nice date spot. Love to go at nite...it's ducked off in the back of a shopping center across from Perimeter mall. The little bowl of lasagna is real good and the desserts are whats up. This is the only place that gives me the feel of being back home in New Orleans with the chill euro feel. Never been to the Peachtree locale yet.
(4)Josh B.
If your looking for drinks and desserts this place is perfect. I've been here for lunch, breakfast a few times, and a couple of late nights. The service is honestly best later in the evening. For breakfast or lunch the staff is spread a little thin. The turkish coffee is hit or miss depending on whos working but the liquor is always spot on. My favorite thing about this place is the whisky selection which i think is only surpassed by the Vortex.
(3)Michelle J.
I've been to Cafe Intermezzo at least a dozen times and I can't wait until I'm back in Atlanta to go back. It's the perfect place to hang out with your girlfriends and chat for hours and hours. The desserts are great and with a drink menu as extensive as theirs you really can't go wrong. Yes, the quality of service can vary a ton, but that aspect is almost part of the charm to me. I also love that this location is far more spacious than Peachtree Rd. and I don't have to worry about ambulances blarring down the road. Definitely not a place to go if you're in a rush, but if you want to chat for hours and enjoy excellent desserts this is the place for you.
(3)Janet A.
The ambiance of Cafe Intermezzo is very relaxing, the setting is very romantic and I love the dim lighting, but don't count on it always being calm because if it's a weekend you'll be able to hear so many conversations going all at once. However, it never gets loud and is a perfect setting to have friendly get-togethers and date-nights, of course. Out of any place I've ever been to, this restaurant has, by far, the largest beverage menu I have ever seen. I however, am not much of a coffee drinker or a drinker-drinker so in that aspect I won't be much help. I never fail to ask for Orangina. For those who have no clue what that is, it is a carbonated orange juice, similar to San Pellegrino Aranciata. If you love deserts then you have to come visit this place at least once, my favorite right not is the strawberry-Nutella crepe. I mean, who doesn't love Nutella, and strawberries are always great when accompanied by chocolate. It is the BEST! Also, if you're a tiramisu kind of person then you have to try theirs. Although is not portioned well, considering it's almost $10, it will be on the top of your favorites list. If you're looking to have dinner, I recommend getting the crab cakes in red pepper sauce as an appetizer, they are worth the waiting so delicious! As a meal I recommend the Chicken Chipotle Panini, the bread is toasted so well, and just about anything with chipotle mayonnaise is always full of flavor. Trust me, these are the things to get. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars is because the wait time for proper service, even when it's not a weekend, is just horrible. Most servers are very nice and polite, don't get me wrong. But, you might be seated within the first two minutes you step in the door and then left to wait 10 minutes to be greeted and another 20 minutes for them to bring you your drinks and take your order.
(4)Tavi H.
I love this place. I have been coming here for 20 years since I have moved to Atlanta. The terrace with the fountain in the middle could be quite romantic. Perfect place to bring a date. The menu covers a broad selection of specialty coffees, beers from all over the world, lots of wines, cocktails and other liqueurs. Last but not least, their various types of cakes are delicious. Also the food is decent and interestingly preparers and served. Over all, I would highly recommend this place for any day or night of the week. The service is great and staff is very professional and friendly. This place is a must and required visit!!!!
(5)Leah P.
Go see Steven at the bar.....now. Share in the glorious decadence that is Oreo cheesecake and bohemian latte (with Godiva white chocolate).
(4)MD W.
It was nice!!! Good deserts and great drink selections. The food was quite tasty, but not much of it (to go box was not needed). Great place for fancy coffee, deserts, and conversation!!! Maybe a sweet tooth lover's dream...
(3)Ashwat R.
Tiramisu is overpriced but super amazing!
(4)Paul K.
[Time & Date of visit]: Many weekday nights, weekend afternoons and evenings. [Party Size]: 2-8 [Location/Ambiance]: Parking - Weekdays there seems to be a good bit of parking on the Alon's, Spa Sydell and McKendricks side with out issue. I like to enter and leave here via Perimeter Center E rd instead of passing the Exxon gas station and parking in the front. Weekend nights - ummm... yeah. You'll be doing some laps or going up and down row looking for a spot. Inside - I can't remember exactly what year they remodeled, but having an actual roof over the paved / concrete flooring makes things a little more comforting while still giving some tables to be completely "outside". We'll just call it the "patio" section, which is more spacious I think, though a light definition compared to how cramp it is inside. The metal chairs are pretty un-comfy, fair warning for girls in shorts; you'll have the outlining on the back of your legs when leaving. Restroom - A little more hidden to any out of towners or first timers. Past the bar and in the hallway that only looks like a back room for servers to enter orders. Men's room has two standing urinals and one stall I believe. Ambiance - Candle light tables and dimly lit dining notions a romantic atmosphere and / or intimate experience. Noise levels can range, depending on how busy they are. [Service]: Full dining style. Though consistency has been a hit or miss. I think it just depends how busy they are and how many other tables your server may be juggling. Ok to great. Have yet to have a bad server experience though. Ordering Cakes / pies / dessert display case - A "cake-pert" or two (trademark pending =P) explains the various desserts on display that day. They do not like to put labels out for some reason. But you can always ask what's "in it". Though, I think it is confusing as they are dressed normally instead of server attire. [Food Highlights]: *Tip - All cakes / desserts aren't actually made on location but delivered. Though they do give a very huge, generous slice for sharing. If you want to. Spinach Cheese Dip - Good if you enjoy things cheesy. More dip than bread, so scoop generously. Seafood Cheese Dip - Creamy and cheesy. Bits of seafood. Yes please. Lobster ravioli - Portions are small, was ok. Smoked Salmon Pasta - Very creamy. Salmon was ok. Pretty good. Almond tiramisu - Slightly bland on top and rich on the bottom layer. So so. Coconut cream cake - Overly rich than anything. Meh. Bosco - Not as good as it used to be. Pretty tart. Mexican hot chocolate - Medium level sweetness. Pretty good. Mint Chocolate Granita - A tad too rich for my tastes. Hot Chocolate (regular) - Semi sweet to me I think. Ok choice if you're overwhelmed by all the options. {Summary}: I think that service and noise levels would fluctuate depending if you are going on a weekday or weekend evening. Certain food items have been consistent most times we have it, others are just meh. It's usually an after dinner spot for whenever I visit, I don't think most entree's here would be filling. The cake slices are def. made for sharing unless you are a big foodie, then by all means nom nom away. 3.5 stars.
(4)John E.
You can find this location of Cafe Intermezzo at 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30346, the Park Place shopping center across from the Perimeter Mall. Other restaurants in the same mall include the very good tapas at Eclipse di Luna (across the courtyard), steaks at McKendrick's, Sage Woodfire Grill and of course Alon's Bakery. The location on Peachtree was one of my favorite hangouts when I first came to Atlanta in the late 80's - it was always good for an after dinner nightcap, perhaps a dessert and/or a cup of espresso or cappuccino. I discovered this location while working as a chef at the now defunct Mi Spia which originally was a few doors down in Park Place. Intermezzo was always there to provide a different experience from the places where I worked, and since it was so close I would frequent the bar after work or stop in for coffee before. Intermezzo is about as close to a real international cafe as you will find in Atlanta - the interior is lavish with wood and chandeliers, the dining area lush and the bar expansive. The place reeks of old-world-charm and is simply perfect for a late rendezvous or tête-à -tête. This place also has a phenomenal adult drink list and expert bartenders and I still haven't gotten to the desserts.They also serve a good brunch and have an expansive lunch menu. But really, you need to experience Cafe Intermezzo for the desserts. The assortment and styles of classic cakes, tarts, cheesecakes and pies is truly astounding. Combine any of these with the great coffee or fine cocktail and you have a winning combination. I don't have any favorites - actually I'm trying to cut down a bit - but I did order a double cappuccino the last time I visited. Service in general is very good - seating can be a bit of a bear, especially early evenings and if you want to enjoy the outdoors. Otherwise the service here is very good. Oh, and did I mention they have a tardis out front? Whovians rejoice! (longer review with many photos on my food blog)
(4)Shanequa Y.
Great service, we held a bridal shower here this weekend. The entire team was accommodating and helped us to make it a special event for the bride-to-be! The food and drinks were excellent and although the menu was preset, they accommodated my vegan diet. The decor was beautiful as they closed part of the patio so we could have the indoor/outdoor feel. I would definitely recommend them for a private party or big group lunch/dinner. Thank you for your great service and friendly staff.
(5)Mark H.
Oh me oh my what a great Bloody Mary. The food is always perfectly prepared. Had the Duck Crepe this time and it was a great change up from a traditional breakfast. Very intimate and always has the best assortment of coffee and teas.
(5)Shawn K.
Drinks menu is their money shot. Great for a sweet dessert cake. Unique ambiance with classical music playing, foreign gibberish over the speakers in the bathroom. Service is prompt and helpful from the front door. Here during the day with a young and/or new staff. All things considered, a nice distraction from the normal cafe/bakery.
(4)Ifeoma W.
Love, Love Cafe Intermezzo. Love the late hours. The desserts are to die for. I enjoy the ambiance as well.
(5)Tiffany Y.
It's been years since I last set foot inside this Cafe Intermezzo, but it was nice coming back and trying them out. A group of us from work decided to come here for... technically cake, but we ended up ordering regular food as well. I ordered the spinach cheese dip that could come with crackers or bread, so I only got bread. My other friends ordered a half Caesar salad and a Chicken Panini with kettle chips. The food didn't take long to come out but we were in no hurry either. I only drank water because their drink menu was bananas long... I'll study it next time I go. My other friends ordered a Salted Caramel Granita (with alcohol) which wasn't bad, but I don't like coffee and found it bitter and my friend also got a surprise at the bottom of her glass... all the salt was there... Guess one should stir the drink up before reaching the bottom... My other friend ordered a hot chocolate Glasgow... which she gets all the time. I didn't try hers as I do not drink hot chocolate during the summer. The food was pretty good. The spinach cheese dip was rich creamy and had good seasoning. I'm glad the server brought me extra bread as I only smeared small amounts onto the bread and had a lot of dip left. I heard no complaints about the small Caesar salad or Panini so it's safe to say they were enjoyed as well. Now on to the sweets. I ordered the seven layer chocolate cake that was suppose to have a thin layer of raspberry on the top layer... but it was definitely lacking in any raspberry flavor what so ever. Also I'm not sure how their cakes are prepared such as baked and frozen or baked and refrigerated but my cake tasted watered down. And to take in to account how long it was sitting in the case, it just could've been so much better but it just came off as thin and flat tasting. So one friend ordered Mint Chocolate chip cake and her cake tasted better than mine, so perhaps it was fresher, and it was definitely super minty... and another friend ordered their Oreo Cheesecake which tasted good but I can't eat a lot of cheesecake but I wouldn't mind sharing a piece of that with someone. They do need to make sure Oreos are spread more evenly throughout the cheesecake as she had a huge chunk that was just plain, but other than that... it was the better selection out of each of our desserts. Service was fine and the hostesses are helpful when picking out cake from the case if you don't know what you want. I wouldn't mind coming back and trying a different dessert though. Other than that everything was Ok in my book, but next time I return I hope I leave as a fan...
(3)Phoebe T.
Sorry Intermezzo, you can't have such an extensive menu and just SUCK at making food in general. It's been a while since I've been back here (since 2010 in fact) and the food still sucks! Came here for lunch (not my idea) and was disappointed once again! I was so happy to see crepes because I love crepes and instead I got this bastardized version of chicken, spinach and mushrooms in an alfredo sauce wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Gross, never again Cafe Intermezzo.
(1)Licca K.
Probably my most favorite Cafe Intermezzo location. The water fountains, the patio, and atmosphere all collectively make for a nice date outing. Of course, if it's nice outside, pick the patio over inside. It's just all very relaxed. As many have mentioned, their drink menu is extensive and includes a table of contents. Most of the non-specialty drinks will be toward the front at least, typical house sweet tea, simple coffee, or sodas. The drink menu is impressive though. Really the most notable thing about Cafe Intermezzo besides drinks is it makes a nice place to meet up with people and just enjoy the time. Otherwise, I wouldn't leap backwards for anything on their food menu. Most of what I've had was sufficient and tasted good. Consistency is well done. Their coffee is very good as well. For a matter of fact, back onto drinks, their drinks are so nice! Our last visit, we had the: Mediterranean Wrap: Pretty standard gyro. Mostly veg, and very tasty. The pita was soft and the hummus had a nice flavor. Side of chips were nice too. Avocado & Almond Salad: I opted for the vinaigrette to the side, which I was glad. It's a salty citrus-y sort of dressing which I wasn't much a fan of. The salad itself came with a bit of bread and lots of avocado, however nothing special. I may start assigning any visits here just to relax and get a cup of tea. Alon's Bakery & Market is right next door too, so maybe something to visit and look at before having a tea break at Intermezzo.
(4)Andy B.
I went here for dessert with friends and having been told the Tiramisu is very good (and it being in the top 3 of my favorite desserts ever) I had to try it. I was not disappointed, it was not overly sweet, you could taste the coffee and the bitter cocoa powder - it was a very very good tiramisu (which seems to be very hard to find these days). I would go back and try some of the other desserts (white chocolate lemon/raspberry cake and a canoli cheesecake sounded good).
(4)Laura A.
Worse service I ever had!!! The food was normal, in my opinion expensive for the simple flavor. My husband and I ordered a hot chocolate deluxe, caramel Frappuccino and a tres leches.
(2)Gio B.
Been to Cafe Intermizzo many many times, love it! Very cozy and intimate place. They do have the best hot chocolates! The beverage menu feels like a little booklet - they have every single beverage you can think off, alcoholic and non alcoholic. Last time I went I got the chicken florentine crepes ( did not quite enjoy it, too much cream and sauce - the crepes were pretty soggy), my friend got the turkey and brie crepe and really enjoyed it. Interesting fact: there is a "Learn Japanese 101" tape playing in the bathroom, which encourages you to repeat back phrases and words after a native speaker says them aloud.
(4)Nilu R.
I love the atmosphere and the coffee / hot chocolate drinks are great. This was my first time having a meal there and I wasn't all that impressed. I had the caprese salad. It was OK ... They didn't use the right tomatoes. Instead of large, red, round beef steak tomatoes, they used small, barely ripe roma tomatoes and it barely had any seasoning or dressing. Not really all that great. My company had the greek salad and added salmon. He seemed to enjoy it but it didn't look much like a greek salad and was somewhat small in the dish they served it in, specially when they put a large piece of cooked salmon on top. There's no nice way to eat it. It needed to be served in a bigger wider bowl or plate or something. It's a nice place but I felt like we were eating at nowhere special based on our salads.
(3)Tony H.
Nice atmosphere, cool patio, decent service. I say decent because I ordered salmon for my salad and instead I got shrimp. That's fine they are both water-related food. Actually, the shrimp was pretty tasty. The salad was the almond avocado salad. It was just okay, rather mediocre. The shrimp saved it. I gave it a 3 since the other dishes that people ordered looked good.
(3)Corrie G.
Cute little spot tucked away. I went at 4pm on a Friday. The service and business was slow. The waitress was kind but clearly a little bored and forgot about her table a few times, even though I was at the only table in her section. The dessert tour was really good and the "dessert bartender" was very knowledgeable about all of the sin in their sweets. I choose the strawberry cake made with strawberry icing and yes I had a side of vanilla ice cream that was just a tad bit over frozen. It was still so delicious! This spot is perfect for an intimate date. But not if you are trying to "hide." The tables are all exposed. You can see everyone. Ladies don't worry about ordering too much food, the tables are very small which will help you avoid having big eyes. Plus the portions are small. Guys if you are trying to score brownie points take your girl here and be sure to bring just one fresh flower, it would go perfect on the cute little European style table. Overall...good stuff...try it.
(4)Charles P.
We visited on a Sunday, around noon. The service was excruciatingly slow, probably because they were prepping for a private event in their separate room. Regular customers suffered as a result. I ordered the egg and bacon panini. It arrived cold and hard. The crepes were cold, the seafood pasta only so-so, etc. Our 2-year old had a banana and Nutella crepe. Five people ate. No appetizers. No dessert. Total bill came to $100 with tip for a very ordinary meal with slow service. You can do better elsewhere.
(2)No E.
I like the restaurants seating layout, both indoor and outdoor. They have a good menu with a lot of variety. My service was terrible, worst waiter ever!
(3)Christy M.
Once again, amazing coffee and dessert! Wish our waitress had been a little more friendly.
(4)Tiffany D.
I don't remember Cafe Intermezzo being this good years ago, but by golly it's darn good now! I won't waste time talking about their (amazing) desserts and coffees, as plenty of folks have done that already. But I will let you know that their actual food menu is pretty darn good too! Many might hesitate to order dinner here, as this place specializes in dessert...but I urge you to do so! You'll be happy you did! I've tried the following: Food: Baked Baby Brie with almonds, served with raisin-walnut bread and apple slices: Great appetizer! Spicy Tortellini Alfredo: Yum Italian Gnocchi: Yum Chicken Chipotle Panini: This is my favorite thing to order for brunch. Springer Mountain Chicken, red onions, tomatoes, provolone cheese, and chipotle mayonnaise on ciabatta bread served all hot and melty. Beverages: I recommend the Mimosas (they use a good punchy dry champagne in this) or the Strawberry Martini. (ask for top shelf) As per the ambience: A snuggly little nook of a place. All wood furnished with mirrors on all walls that make the low lights dance and twinkle. Very romantic in the evening. So grab your honey and saunter over to Intermezzo for a little bite! Wear: A silk pocket square, your best leather wingtips and a lucky rabbit's foot. Listen to: The Flamingos: "I only have eyes for you".
(5)Van S.
Loved this place! The atmosphere, quality of service, and food was more than what I could have asked for. I felt very important and classy when I was dining in. Definitely plan on going back again.
(5)Quinn V.
This is a good place to meet up friends after dinner. We don't usually go here for food, and strangely enough not for the coffee either. It's usually late (past 8pm) when we are here so coffee isn't usually on our mind. It is always packed. Usually there is a line. On this particular night, we ordered: Strawberry hazelnut crepes: crepes was too thick. I like my crepe light and fluffy. Chicken jambalaya was much too salty. Strawberry margarita was so sweet, I had to dilute it with water. Belgian hot chocolate: this is a must. Not too sweet, just right. The ambience is nice if you are in the right mood, otherwise it is too noisy to carry on a good conversation. I think it's a bit trendy and over rated for the most part. However, this place is convenient if you are in the perimeter area.
(3)John M.
Poor service. We were seated by the hostess and given menus fairly promptly - but waited for 20 minutes at our table and were never approached once, while wait staff walked by constantly. One told us "your sever will be coming right now" at about the 15 minute mark, but they never came. Fastest way to ensure I don't come here again. The food might be amazing, but if I never get a chance to try it what's the point?
(1)GabrielÄ— G.
Don't need words! Everybody knows that it's a cute place for breakfast, lunch, romantic dinner or drinks with a girls!
(5)Judy L.
I've been coming to this location's Cafe Intermezzo for over half a decade or so. I just remembering coming here when I was still in college and frequented Cafe Intermezzo literally every weekend after hitting up Taco Mac down the street. I frequented this location so much that I've tried all of their cheesecakes at least twice and can name them as well. As you can tell, I am a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. I am also a fan of their hot teas. I would say that Cafe Intermezzo is the busiest on Friday & Saturday nights. Parking can be a nightmare of the weekends. The wait can be 20 to 30 minute long on the weekends. There is complimentary WiFi. FOOD: - Food: When I came a few years ago, I was not a fan of their dining menu as their food was sub-par and just not that amazing compared to their great desert menu so I would usually stay away from ordering from their dining menu. However, I have given them a second chance and I am very fond of the following items -- spicy tortellini and the spinach & cheese dip. The seafood dip is great as well. The spicy tortellini is great by itself without protein. I am addicted to the spicy tortellini. It has lots of flavor. Don't even think about ordering anything else except the spicy tortellini. It is highly recommended by the servers here. Both the spinach and seafood dips are great for sharing. They come with sliced bread and crackers for dipping. - Cheesecakes: I've tried all their cheesecakes and they are all very good. You cannot go wrong with any of their cheesecakes. - Teas & Drinks: Teas are amazing. They come in the unique tea container that allows you to decide how long you want your tea leaves to sit in the hot water. My friend loves their Cafe Hazel and this other drink that has espresso and white chocolate. I've also tried their non-alcoholic drinks that are fruity and fun to drink. RANT ABOUT SERVICE: (The one thing that Cafe Intermezzo needs to re-vamp): The one thing that keeps me from giving this place a 5 stars even though I've been coming here for years and am a dedicated and loyal customer of Cafe Intermezzo is the service is not great. I would say I've only received great service a few times. I mean look at each and every one of these reviews -- you can see the one complaint of everyone is the service and it's not even because they are super busy the service is disappointing. I think they do not have a large enough staff to support the demand of patrons that come in on the weekends. Most of the time, you see your own server forget to come by and check up on you and your table guests. There have been plenty of times where my friends would have to get up to hunt for the service for the check. The turnover of each table is not quick enough and that's why I think the service is just disappointing. The most disappointing is the hostess stand. There was one time where the hostess completely cuts off my friend when my friend tried to check in with hostess stand by telling her the number in our party of five, and to give her number to them so that they can notify us when the table is ready. The hostess cuts her off and then forgets that we were there first before the huge crowds started to come in. The hostess then proceeds to seat everyone that came after us. We tried again to tell her and she said, "oh, just a table for two?" and we said, "no, five. We checked in with you earlier". She says, "There's going to be a wait.". I think this was the hostess' fault for cutting us off earlier. She needs to be re-trained and to be taught how to handle the front. Honestly, this was the most disappointing thing I've seen in the hospitality industry. Overall, yes, I will continue to dine and frequent Cafe Intermezzo and also take friends here. I do always warn them to not expect much of the service from this establishment. Service will always be disappointing, especially on the weekends.
(4)Tuong Vi P.
I've been coming here for years, probably since 2006/2007, so this review is extremely overdue. If you would have asked me back then what I thought of Café Intermezzo, I'd have told you it was one of my favorite places ever. Throw in that I grew up in Connecticut and did not have places like this near home, the late-night hours, and lots and lots of cakes and the bait caught me. I used to go to Intermezzo any chance I had back when I moved to Atlanta and loved sipping coffee, munching on cakes, and even getting a real bite to eat. As the years have passed, I've become more exposed to the great eats and drinks that our city has to offer and I've discovered that there are tons of options. Many fitting in better with my cheapskate ways. Additionally, I've been slightly put off by menu choices for food, with many dishes of a lackluster quality but priced as though they were otherwise. I know, this place is better for drinks and desserts, but I've been here more than a handful of times for both lunch and dinner and have left unimpressed on a few occasions. Breakfast dishes are decent and are what I typically go for. I've tried salads and really enjoyed one with fried goat cheese and strawberries. This place is packed and my review won't change that. The ambience is still awesome and truth be told, I very recently brought my best childhood friend visiting from Germany to have an after-dinner coffee. He was thoroughly impressed and we enjoyed people-watching and the beautiful weather from an outside table. Go have a nice coffee and share a massive slice of cake with someone who tickles your fancy. Make sure to eat dinner elsewhere and you'll have a grand ol' time indeed.
(3)T P.
Amazing date night location or place to take friends from out of town. Also a relaxed place to meet up with a couple of friends. Not the place to go if you have a strict timetable or expect hovering servers. Actually that is my biggest gripe with service. Sometimes your server will ignore you for long stretches of time or just disappear for 20 minutes. I've been frustrated a few times when I've needed my check or a water refilled and my server is just MIA or looks right at me and walks on by me. I know I'm not imagining this because I've seen it happen to other people. Bottom line, don't go if you have to be anywhere before tomorrow. To say the drink menu is impressive is an understatement. More of a textbook on alcoholic beverages, it is interesting and informative. My husband always finds an interesting scotch or high gravity beer. A caution here is they don't always have everything on the menu, sometimes it takes two or three picks to find something in stock. Coffee drinks are varied and tasty. Regular food is okay, but the cheesecakes reach another level. So many choices. The prices per slice may seem steep until you get your slice, then oh my where do I put this.
(3)Vivian N.
When given terrible service, I normally just leave a bad tip because I'm too lazy to write an email to their 'comments' section. My experience at this specific Cafe Intermezzo was so terrible, I couldn't even enjoy my seafood dip! I went to the Ashford-Dunwoody cafe on New Year's Day (ps thanks for being open). We were seated at 7:30ish and didn't leave until 9:45-10pm because it took an HOUR to receive our check which we had to ASK for. Luckily, I was with friends I haven't seen in a while, so talking passed the time WAITING. It took about 45 mins to receive our seafood dip and another 35 mins for more bread for our seafood dip (dip is no longer warm). We had to ask for refills. Whenever we asked questions about the drinks menu, he wasn't informative. When he did give us our checks, he didn't even give us a pen to sign it off. I just fished for one in my purse instead. We couldn't ask for one because as soon as he puts something down on the table, he fleets. This is how angry their service makes me though, I'm mad over a damn pen. Granted, it was New Year's. Our waiter may have been hungover, he may have had a death in the family, or he may just been having a bad day... whatever it was I forgive him. But I couldn't even enjoy my food! And I've been to the Cafe Intermezzo on Peachtree three times. I'm aware of their wonderful service and cakes. Now, I'm here leaving a bad review for a place I normally love. Cafés are my comfort zone - Cafe Intermezzo is high on my list of to-go places in Atlanta... But this place had the worst service. I will say that the waiter who brought my spinach burger was a lot more attentive than the waiter assigned to our table. I immediately asked for a knife, and he brought it out faster than anything our waiter put on our table. It's been a good 4 days, and this experience still bothers me. I never thought terrible service would leave such a bad taste in my mouth. I'm very disappointed in this place. I'll probably make the drive to the one on Peachtree St. before ever going to this one again. I'm only giving them an extra star because that seafood dip was pretty delicious.
(2)Alan G.
Beer glass had spots. I hope they were just water spots. It took them 25 minutes to get a burger to me. The burger was ok, nothing special, but missing the promised onions, and a bit on the salty side. I never got my salad. I didn't get silverware or a napkin until four minutes after I got my food. All of this, and it's late and the restaurant isn't very crowded. I can't see why I'd ever come back.
(2)Tristan A.
1. Its about .2 miles from my house 2. Cake? Yes please! This place was live the other day...I was walking by and had to stop in. I love the ambiance. Makes you feel very mellow while you have your delicious coffee drink with a side of cake. Sat outside...sipped on my coffee....I never even do this kinda sh** but it just felt right! Yup...just decided...I'm going back tomorrow. Oh..plus the speaker system in the bathroom with the German lessons? Nice touch Intermezzo...very nice. Me limey.
(4)Sara A.
First of all, my husband and I frequent Intermezzo at least a few times per week! Ambiance: Lovely, romantic, classy, and pretty! It has a very European feel with old world statuettes and mini-fountains everywhere and dim lighting. My only critique of the seating was that the table could have been larger, although the small size did add to the café-feel. Coffee: The drinks menu is HUGE and an entire menu is dedicated to coffees, drinks, hot chocolates, and more. I love their Cioccolaccino (chocolate syrup, cream, cappuccino), Suisse Mocha (mini chocolates on top of the cream), and regular cappuccino. Not a huge fan of the Spanish mocha because of the cinnamon on top, but these others are delicious with one of their famous desserts. Drinks/Teas: I have tried the Virgin strawberry margarita which was absolutely delicious hitting sweet, sour, and salty flavors all at once! The teas I have tried are high standard herbals teas including Jasmine tea, chamomile tea, berry berry tea, and hibiscus tea. Desserts: I have tried the special fruit tart from Milan which has berries on top, the almond delicioso pastry, Oreo cheesecake, Boston cream pie, Snickers cheesecake, and pineapple lemon tart. Just go to the counter and take a tour of the desserts and choose one. They are just ALL delicious with the above ones being my favorites. Appetizers and Entrees: Have tried the brie and apple plate which was ok, the Black Bean burger (excellent), roasted vegetable wrap (good), cheese plate (great and comes with delicious bread and a savory-sweet dip), and the Middle Eastern hummus which was pretty good. I cannot say more about how much I love this café! It is perfect for bringing out of town guests and stopping in for some after dinner drinks and dessert!
(5)Blue Spark B.
Wow. I have been to the Cafe Intermezzo 3 times in the past 3 months. The first time was for a late night coffee and dessert. I loved the place - great ambiance, service, good dessert and coffee. High priced for what you get but, oh well. The second visit was essentially the same. Good coffee - good dessert etc. OK, so the third time my wife decides to bring some of our Christmas guests there for dinner. Maybe 9 of us in all. Service was good, but the food was average at BEST. I had beef rib meat on potatoes. It was tough and tasted like leftovers pulled from my own fridge after a bad home cookout. Afterwards, when we all got home I was surprised to hear that no one enjoyed any of their meals! I figured at least a few people would say "Mine was great." Nope, everyone had a mediocre meal. Sum up - If your out on a date and want coffee and dessert in a cozy spot go. If you want to eat a meal - stay away.
(2)Jim N.
Wanted a light lunch, so I order an Arnold Palmer, a small greek salad and some shrimp. Greek salad was mediocre, but the shrimp was par, the Arnold Palmer watery. Won't come back to this place...bartender gave me bill that was "not itemized" and seemingly excessive....not very customer oriented.
(1)Nichole K.
One of my most favorite hang out spots in Dunwoody. Huge cocktail selection. Their desserts are to die for. The service is slow, so don't come in here and expect to be about in 45 minutes. But it is a hang out coffee/dessert place. They are open late which is an added bonus. They are a decent wine selection, but I suggest ordering their alcoholic coffee drinks.
(5)Karly G.
I've been going to this place for about 12 years now... They've changed quite a bit with staffs and of course their expansion. I'm glad that they've expanded, otherwise the wait for a table is just torturing, especially when it's freezing outside. I always look forward to visiting the dessert area because they're always filled with interesting new flavors of cakes and cheesecakes. My most recent visit consisted of a Creme Brulee Cheesecake, it was just divine. Their bosgo has never changed, it's always been there since day one. I just love their selection of cakes, although I wished that they baked their own... My favorite drink during the summer time here is the Swiss Chocolate over ice with a few shots of raspberry liquor. It's refreshing! Otherwise, my coffee would have to be Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe it's just my love for almonds has gotten me so addicted. They have such a huge selection of coffee, exotic teas, soft drinks, and of course any of your coffee could possibly be on the rocks. :) If you want to learn French, Vietnamese, Spanish etc... go to the bathroom and sit there for an hour... It talks to you with all these languages. What's really neat yet highly un-sanitized is the tassel you pull to flush the toilet. Yes, it's a pretty neat idea, but oh so grossed. I don't want to pull on this after I've used the restroom... knowing that others have done the same. I wish I could speak to the system and let it flush for me. Ha! It's a great date place, social gatherings or just a table for one.
(5)Kevin H.
been to the midtown location but since moving here, decided to give this location a try since it was closer. the pastry ordering system is unbelievably inefficient and after waiting a long time for baked goods that they really needed to just slice and serve, the server finally brought one of 3 items ordered, went back and forth for a while and told us that they ran out of the cake and pie we ordered. the manager came over and the server explained what happened to her, she went inside, and the desserts they supposedly ran out of magically appeared. one of the two missing desserts didn't look like the one we ordered, but ultimately accepted it. the rating is 2 stars instead of 1 because the desserts were good, but the system they have in place for getting orders out for ALREADY BAKED goods is unacceptable.
(2)Nida K.
I really enjoyed this place. I had the spinach dip and my friend had the cheese platter. The server was kind enough to bring us more crackers when we ran out at no additional cost. The mint tea was very minty and hot. I loved that we each got our own little kettle with tea in it. The prices were a bit steep but I guess they want a certain kind of clientele to be there. So understandably so. The spinach dip was very good and not as cheesy as most spinach dips I've had in the past. And the cheese platter was great. I will return here if I'm in the area.
(4)Jacky C.
The atmosphere is just amazing here! The dim soft oil lit candles make this place so romantic. Two coffees and two cakes will get your check around 30 bucks. Although it's a bit expensive the combination of the great atmosphere and delicious treats make it well worth.
(4)Tran N.
I think cafe intermezzo will be my last dessert option because of a few reasons : its a distance from where I live, I only crave for these cakes sometimes, and they are too sweet for me to love it so much. I like this place for the ambiance and how I can just have a nice talk over dessert. Their menu for drinks is massive as ever. The cakes in the display always looks great, and the food menu is pretty big as well. Ive been here more than enough times, but mainly just to grab dessert. The last time was my first tim ever getting an actual meal which were the eggs benedict. I love it when places serve breakfast all day. My friend got the smoked salmon pasta, which was realllyyy good and my next pick when I ever do come back for dinner. Service here is a hit or miss sometimes because it can either take awhile for them to take care of you, or they can either be efficient with it. I love the atmosphere here, especially on the nice summer nights when I can sit outside and enjoy the breeze and my dessert. The cakes I have tried are the : nutella cheesecake, cappuccino cheesecake, tiramisu, red velvet, and a dulce de leche cake. All were really good, but the best that I will remember is the nutella cheesecake. The name of it speak for itself on how good it is. Prices are reasonable if you don't make it an everyday habit of course.
(4)Suzy L.
I'm glad I finally got to give this place a try. The interior and atmosphere was amazing and I loved the dessert display and the overall ambience of the café. I think I got stuck with the wrong server. I only give one stars to places I don't ever plan on going to again. It was my first time coming here so I didn't know what to order. Service was bad, latte was watery. I was served a huge size (I'm guessing 20 oz?) and I barely finished half of it. I wasn't asked what size, but if I was, I wouldn't choose to pay over seven dollars for a latte I can't even finish half of. I was going to order food too but the menu was taken out of my hand and the server left before I could say anything. The server didn't check on me at all. When I asked for the check, my drink was taken away even though there was a good amount left without even asking me if I was done. As a server myself, I can understand if you don't present every single customer with the best service, but this was just too much for me. If you've never been here, give it a try and see what will happen. I just left this place feeling worse than I came in, and that's something you don't really want to happen to your customers.
(1)Mithun S.
Have been there tonight for the second time and the service was not very good again and apparently rude. The coffee was served cold though it was not a cold coffee. We were in the middle of the coffee and we were given the bill without asking. Were we asked to leave for no reason? Though they have variety of things to be served, service could have been better.
(2)DeMarcus C.
Good food, great drinks and even better cake. The server had a friendly attitude. The key lime cheesecake was second ti none.
(4)David M.
The drink selection is beyond impressive. I had the Dark Angel and absolutely loved it. The desserts are great as well.
(4)Carolina M.
After many years, this place is still one of my favorite places to go for coffee and dessert whether it's with a group of friends or post-dinner dessert date. Sometimes it does get crowded but what I like is that they're open late. Definitely a plus when you still want to hang out with your friends. Admittedly, cups of coffee are a bit pricey and the drink menu is astonishingly long. I'd like to stay there and try every single coffee/espresso they've got, but I might end up awake for weeks. On a Saturday night, after witnessing the not-so-heavenly bodies at the Clermont Lounge, I ordered a Toasted Almond Mocha. The aroma was heavy and everyone commented that they could smell my drink once placed in front of me. This was definitely a mocha as I found so much chocolate at the bottom even after I stirred frequently. I just wasn't feeling it for dessert since my coffee was sweet enough. Otherwise, I definitely recommend getting at least a dessert at this place. What's great about this place is that despite how late it gets, you can still order foods like soup or crostini if you want something savory besides the sweets in their display case. People definitely come here for the atmosphere. It's romantic with the candlelights and dark space, but it can also get loud on the patio. You'll find a mix of groups or couples there in the evenings.
(4)Kim N.
Either the coffee quality has gotten so bad here or I just happened to come on an off night... a very off night. The coffee tasted so watered down and so bland. I've always ordered the Spanish Mocha and it's never tasted this horrible before. The desserts were good still. We ordered Nutella eclair-like cake, mango passion fruit mousse cake, and Boston cream cheese cake. Service was very slow as usual with an addition of a rude server this time. He never came to check up on us so we kept on having to look for him every time we needed something. When he finally gave us out bill, he just slapped it on the table and walked away. This used to be a good place to meet up with friends after dinner for desserts and coffee but lately it hasn't been so great unfortunately.
(2)Paulette P.
Cheese platter and wine is divine! The coffee menu is amazing...so many to choose from.
(4)Shruti K.
Delicious Deserts! A perfect place for a late night coffee and desert. On a beautiful day you can sit outside and enjoy the weather. Amongst other things the crostini was delicious. But what i will always remember them for is their strawberry cake. It's the BEST. So delicious and flavorful. Highly recommend it!
(4)Kevin R.
The food was a bit above the average chain restaurant, but the big disappointment was the Caffee Latte. Regular coffee with cold whipped cream on top and cinnamon sprinkled on top. They call themselves a coffee place? They wouldn't know a latte if it sat on their face! I complained and the server went to the (using the word Loosely here) Batista, and he said that's the way it is made. BS! Someone needs to do more than a drive and look in the window by at Starbucks to know how to make a Latte or Cappuccino. Hint McD's doesn't know either! Steamed Milk and Espresso and you need an espresso machine, not a Mr Coffee piece of crap!
(1)Angela H.
Cafe Intermezzo is the first cafe of it's kind I had ever been to. It's dark, cozy, and romantic. This location was the first one I went to - the very first time I visited Georgia during winter of 2004 - and it's my personal favorite as it holds sentimental value. Anyway, there isn't much to add to the other reviews posted here. Yes, their service isn't always good and they serve you super duper overpriced drinks, desserts, and food. But it's a great place to chill late at night when everything else (besides bars and clubs) is closed. They're open 'til 1 am Sunday through Thursday and 2 am on Friday and Saturday. And I love that they have a FREE parking lot (I hate the paid parking thing at their Buckhead/Brookwood location). I haven't tried their food, but my favorite drink - which I always order - is the Cafe Johannes. It's basically a tall glass of coffee topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. Pretty pricey at $6.65, but I love it. Again, sentimental value. =) Their mango sorbet is also delicious! It's served in an actual mango skin/shell with some whipped cream on the side. A friend of mine introduced me to it and I love it! What I don't love is the price - $7.25. Ouch. My sister, Yoomee H., decided to be adventurous and tried their Coppa Cafe Gelato (also $7.25). I had a bite of it and thought it was good! Although it's expensive, you're allowed to keep the cute little glass that it comes in, which is pretty neat. Overall, this Cafe Intermezzo gets 4 stars - minus 1 because it is so expensive and their service is usually suuuuper slow! Luckily, Half Off Depot has been offering "$5 for $10 worth of food/drinks" deals, so I've been buying them every now and then.
(4)Darlene J.
Love a place where you can have breakfast and not be inundated with the presence of children!!
(4)Laura M.
The burger was on par with Five Guys. The desserts weren't as good as Cheesecake Factory. The drinks were fine. Given the comparisons here are to unimpressive restaurants, I'd save your money and go elsewhere.
(2)Gen L.
I most recently went there on New Year's Eve. Our waitress was really friendly and gave us attentive service. My drink really packed a punch, so the bartender who mixed it did a great job. The dessert was delicious. But, I wish that they had the desserts labeled in the case. The guy who was standing next to the case, who was tasked with taking dessert orders, was completely unhelpful. It was like pulling teeth finding out what the desserts were. My friend and I felt like were getting on his nerves by asking him questions- we only asked him about 3 desserts. We would have rather appreciated labels and a dessert menu.
(4)Albert S.
Been going here for years. The items are fairly priced and coffee items are good. The cakes are also very good. Only complaint I have is service. Sometimes the servers lol like they are overworked. They seem to always mess up our check and get items wrong on the receipt.
(4)Sergey L.
Dessert and coffee didnt disappoint as usual however we ordered a crepe with duck and goat cheese which was beyond awful. What was that? Im still in the state of shock trying to recover my taste buds. Either fix the concoction to make it more palatable or take it off the menu and I will come back and revise my rating.
(3)Clemmie M.
I had some reading to catch up on so I picked this place to spend some time. Dozens of desserts. You have to walk to the display case and pick from what you see. They are never on a menu. It's hard to pick just one. The menu has a number of light and great choices, my favorite being a salad with grilled chicken. Now for the best and main reason to go (you could eat elsewhere and be just fine) the drinks. I had a couple different coffee drinks and jasmine tea during this visit and all were great. Starbucks has nothing on them. It will take you 15 minutes to get through the list and decide what to drink. The atmosphere is excellent but like many have said, service is just average. I wasn't in a hurry so I didn't mind the speed and I will be back. As long as you are going to chat, relax, drink coffee or bar drinks and are not in a hurry, you will love this place.
(4)Saira K.
The perfect example of 'not really a European cafe but trying awfully hard.' You are offered a 50 page long Beverage book (menu). I had the frutti de bosca "fruit of the forest' expecting a tart, but it was a cake lacking flavor. Very blah. I was expecting something closer to the frutti di bosca tart I've had in Europe - made with lemon juice, vanilla, egg yolks, or often a lemon custard base. Disappointing. It was confusing what the general theme was - Italian, French, Austrian - nah..just a hodge-podge. I am giving 3 stars because it is huge, has lots of parking spaces, and you can relax and read. Service was inconsistent and aloof.
(3)Luhan C.
I tried this place for the first time since moving. We ended up here because Eclipse was closed and it was right next door. I was on an date and the ambiance was great for that. Our server was nice except his shirt was really dirty and every time he came back to our table I could not get past it. We had the goat cheese as a starter it was not out of this world delicious but it was yummy. I had the smoked salmon pasta and I enjoyed it but left my left overs behind (insert sad face) my date had the grilled salmon with wild rice he offered to let me taste but I felt like a piggy saying yes and since it was a first date I passed. The wine selection is extensive so you are not at a loss for pairings. We finished off our lunch with some coffee which I thought was delicious. I will return.
(3)Kathy H.
I live practically down the street, so it's hard not to stop by. We use to meet up here rather it's a first date or just meeting up with friends. They close late so we never have to worry about them kicking us out. Sometimes, we'll start off with the spinach artichoke cheese dip. I normally order a light entree like their chicken panini or turkey croissant stuffed with cheese and cucumbers. Both, comes with one mini side dish. FYI, Halfoffdepot.com tend to have great voucher deals for this place.
(3)Stacey P.
Let's be honest, a big reason most people dislike this place is because they hate themselves for behaving like pretentious Euro-trash wannabes. We all know damn good and well sometimes a cup of Folgers and a Little Debbie can't cut the mustard, so we decide to let our high brow flag fly, fight the bullshit traffic and overpay for coffee & cake. Life is grand! I can't decide if my main beef with Cafe Intermezzo is the paying for "ambiance" rather than food & drink or that the ambiance can't mask the fact that the service blows ass. They're open long hours probably because it takes an average of 5 hours to get a cup of coffee and a pastry. I realize this place isn't a Dunkin' Donuts, and you're supposed to utilize your time here like it's your own private piazza, well, in my private piazza, I like to eat, drink and make merry with my kinsmen in less than an hour and half. (I'm probably a jerk and a non-romantic, but I gots things to do!) They do have an extensive selection of coffee and dessert, but it's not worth the hassle of playing demolition derby around that pain in the ass mall and then waiting 11 hours for a cup of joe whilst you sit among the elite euro-trash wannabes. I'd rather get my coffee, my danish, my perfect-o panini and my wi-fi on at Panera Bread, where hat shit runs like clockwork. I'm not saying, I'm just saying.
(2)Cassie P.
I don't understand how they can't have a higher rating!!! The decor reminds you of a cafe you would see in Europe. Very sexy decor and lighting. (The owner is from Europe I believe) The customer service is EXCELLENT! I usually sit at the bar and all of the bartenders have amazing attitudes andd customer service skills. My favorite thing to get is the Chicken Duxelle Crepe in sun-dried tomato batter - a m a z i n g ! They have a huge variety of beverages - every kind of tea, coffee, cocktail, wine and alcohol. The dessert case has just about the same variety as the beverages. The ONLY reason they aren't getting a 5 star rating from me is because the bathrooms always seem to have paper towels all over the floor. Other than that it is a great restaurant for VERY reasonable prices.
(4)Han L.
I like this location better than midtown bc A. plenty of parking 4free. B. more spacious C. more outdoor seating D. across the street from the mall (woot woot, but ok, not that big of a deal) Intermezzo has great desserts; their fruit cakes and tira misu rocks my socks pretty hard. Food wise, it's pricey for what it is. 9 dollars for a panini, for example. It's filling and it's good, but is it really worth 9 dollars?! The turkey burger is good here. The bathroom talks to you. It took me by surprise and it's kind of awkward to be sitting on the potty and hear a man's voice there. Whatevs. I like the decor in the bathroom. I don't remember if it was just for show ( I don't think it was), but in the ladies' room, there's a huge velvet rope to pull to flush the toilet. Service is good. This is one of those places you go to for dates.
(3)Todd H.
My wife and i have been to this location many times, and like many other reviews here, the service it's almost always well below par. I never go in expecting great service. It's one of the only places to get a glass of "absinthe" around here, so i can put up with the arrogant wait staff. On our last visit we sat at the bar for drinks and cheesecake. The bartender insisted on calling everyone "baby". My wife ordered her cocktail with no problem, but when I ordered a glass of Pernod, I was told they didn't have it. I pointed out the bottle which was right behind the bartender, which seemed to be the first of many things to irritate her. After making her excuse, she pours it into a shot glass and slides it across the bar to me as if I were wearing spurs and a large Stetson. I APOLOGIZE and explain the correct way to serve "absinthe" , asking for their copper carafe or copper pot with ice water in it. This was a mistake. She immediately told me i was wrong and that they again "don't have that". She disappears for almost 20 minutes and comes back with two absinthe spoons, slides those across the bar and says "that's all we have". I tried to explain that at both locations I was given this copper pot with ice water. She then got so loud that everyone in the bar area is staring at us. A manager then comes over shoos her away and resolved the issue. After enjoying our drinks, we decided on a slice of cheesecake (which is always amazing). Cafe Intermezzo would be a great destination if only the service was overhauled. Food and drinks are great! Staff on the other hand is awful.
(2)Valarie G.
what a great spot for desserts and coffee! I love their outdoor seating. The service was a little slow but overall I was impressed with the extensive menu and the ambiance
(4)Stephen D.
Went here again last night with a couple of friends for some coffee and cheesecake. Once again the Coffee was great and the Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake is probably on my list of top 3 desserts of all time, but every time I come here I am amazed at how poor the service is. They weren't terribly crowded and our server was consistently nowhere to be found. It shouldn't be difficult to place an order at a restaurant. Our water glasses were empty the almost the entire night, after we got them of course. Our waiter had no sense of urgency and as I said was often times nowhere to be found. All three of us were looking around to flag him down to get our check. It's really unfortunate that the service here is so awful because if not for that it could easily be a five star establishment, but with service this poor and prices what they are I can't go higher than two stars.
(2)Angie K.
I haven't tried the food, and I was just there for drinks. The place was packed for a weekday night, so I can't even imagine what it would be like on a weekend. (+): Atmosphere Drink selection (probably largest that I have ever seen anywhere) Pastries Outdoor seating with heat lamps (-): HORRIBLE service
(3)Jumi Y.
What happened, Intermezzo? I've been coming here since the late 90s, and now you go and break my heart. 3 because of our history, 1 for last visit, average=2 Good things first- -tons of parking even if you have to walk just a little bit - huge selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, etc. Even absinthe is on the menu. Their drink menu is really thick, and you could spend hours as train at it - lots of cheesecakes and deserts, although my understanding is that none of it is made there - they serve meals - good for lots of people - nice atmosphere Things that make me sad: - Food is mediocre and expensive for what it is. - Service has really gone south. I mean past Florida, south.. Occasionally, I've had the slacker waiter or waitress here, but none bad as this one guy. The last time I was here, I came with a group of 7. We wanted to hang out and get some dessert after dinner. We all ordered a hot chocolate type thing. Our first warning should have been when the waiter took 15 minutes to come to our table and another 15 to go find a match for the candle. He took our orders after knitting a sweater in the back or whatever he was doing. The Mexican hot chocolate I wanted was not available, so he suggested I get the white hot chocolate. Wrong recommendation for someone who ordered a dark chocolate drink. He was gone for about another 40 minutes, and we were finally able to find him and flag him down. When we asked about our drinks, and he stated that the barista was really busy and then went away. We waited a little bit more and we had to ask the manager about our drinks. He checked for us, and all our drinks came out within the minute. Now, I've had lukewarm drinks here, but every single one of our drinks was ice cold. The guy never apologized for the delay and about lying to us. He just walked away. What on earth? By this time, we were there 1.5 hours, so we opted to leave. The manger offered to make us new drinks but this was after we started to leave, and he also never apologized for the incident. I also noticed that all of this waiter's tables were still waiting for their food or drinks. I honestly thought that he really hated his job or something really bad happened to him that day. I would brush this off and not write about it if it were not for the manager's indifference to what happened. If I'm in this area again and need a place to chill with friends, I think I would opt for Taco Mac or maybe even Cheesecake. I'm still not sure if I would return to this Intermezzo again. If I do, I'll just get something that requires no prep.
(2)Terra C.
If you like desserts this is the place to be. Feels like you are in a little cafe in Europe. The coffee was delightful. I wish I could have tried everything on the menu so many choices. Decided on the cheesecake and was not disappointed. It was incredible.
(4)James K.
This restaurant has a lot of unrealized potential!! The deserts were delicious... That's the good. Now the Bad... the tables were not clean, neither was the dinner ware. Here's the Ugly... the service was the worst! I asked to have my table cleaned four times and the waitress claimed - after all the attempts - that she was not told. The waitress brought the wrong order twice, and got the bill wrong. I finally realized, same action, same results. So, I called for the Manager and at least got my to-go box. The service received was a real downer and I don't think I'll ever go to this place again. After all, hospitality is the point or desired point! Clean up your act Cafe Intermezzo, or leave it to the real professionals!
(1)Trey L.
I have lived in Atlanta a while and never went to Intermezzo until 8/23. The patio was perfect on a late summer night. I really like the decor inside with the dark maroons, browns, golds and chandeliers. Its a perfect date spot. I did not know their was savory food either. I had a Cafe Intermezzo which was good, I need to find a good non dairy alternative. WIth my morning coffee I use black coffee and a hot chocolate packet. She had a triple chocolate truffle hot chocolate. When it came out it looked awesome. When she dug in it looked awesome. When she gave me a taste it was awesome, but there was a whole lot of awesome. All that awesome got cold quick. Once it cooled you realized how rich is was and it wasn't so good anymore. She also ordered the chicken sausage cannolini. It was extremly cheesy and even better the next morning. The cakes all looked great but we only purchased a piece of Strawberry Layer cake to go. I have a thing for strawberries and most strawberry cakes are pink vanilla sponge and too sweet. Intermezzo's was a little tangy and the best strawberry layer cake I've had. I've had Whole foods (ATL,Houston) versions, the Dessert Gallery in Houston and Piece of Cake in Atlanta. Intermezzo's was the best. Great place for dinner or a late night drink, coffee, dessert. Remember ladies love sweets and the Dunwoody location is kinda hidden and cozy within a small outdoor upscale shopping center. Some people may consider it cliche because its been rapped about, but I liked it and will be back.
(4)Vivek A.
Love the hot chocolate and Boston cream cheesecake!
(4)Travis L.
I've been going to Cafe Intermezzo since 2008 when I used to live in the area. It has been (and still is) a go-to place for tea and dessert, especially after dinner when most places are closed. I actually really enjoy the concept, and I love that it is aspires to a classic vision of the cafe 18th-century style (the page on the back of the menu is priceless not to mention the European language lessons playing on loop in the bathrooms). I really enjoy the extensive tea selection (especially the rarer teas like the dung ting oolong and the pai mu dan white peony) and the coffees. Really great alongside the rotating dessert selections that are always in stock and can cater to any taste. I think serving alcohol is a smart move to attract a wider audience and for the later evening, but I think it clashes a tad with the atmosphere. It can get a little crowded this way (I feel like there might be too many tables sometimes crammed together, especially in the back), and I think it doesn't always suit people coming in to chat over coffee and tea. Over the last few times I've come, I've been disappointed by the service. I've had servers change multiple times, as well as a long wait time for just a pot of tea. Also, it's disappointing to have waiters not familiar with the menu however extensive it might be.
(3)Lana D.
There drink selection is huge. I finally found my drink and its called johannas (spell check pls). It has a scoop of ice cream in it. Their dessert/cakes aren't that good, too sweet for my taste buds. The ambience is loud but still romantic due to the dark lighting and French theme.
(3)Ava J.
If I could have given this place 0 stars I would have!!! I've eaten at the old Buckhead location, the new Midtown location and against better judgement met 3 girlfriends at the Dunwoody location for Sunday brunch. The only thing this place has going for it is it's outdoor patio seating. We were seated and waited 10+ minutes to even get water. Our server did come over to acknowledge us but didn't give her name or a greeting. She sees my friend's galaxy s3 phone and proceeds to tell us how she dropped hers the day before and it broke. Huh?? I don't care about your phone, honey, I'd like to give you my drink order. We see her mosey over to the table next to us that had just been seated and get their entire order while she chats, chats, chats. Mind you, we're still waiting on our water. We finally flag down another server and he brings us some. It amazes me that the servers don't help each other out, but this place is not known for customer service... So after waiting 45 minutes our specialty coffees arrive. Two of the three coffees were lukewarm. Not iced, not hot, but a paltry lukewarm. Ughh! We had to flag down our unattentive server to ask for hot coffees and she comes back, not with fresh hot coffee, but simply microwaved what we were previously served. I know this because the soy milk and whipped cream my friend poured into her drink were still there and melted and gross! Who microwaves dairy?? The coffee mugs were hot and the coffee itself still wasn't hot. By this time I've had enough and ask the hostess to send the manager over. We had been there for over an hour by then, didn't have drinks and our server still hadn't taken our order. We were only that patient because two of my girlfriends were getting back on the road to head to Florida and we were catching up about our weekend, otherwise I would have left. The manager came over, didn't seem very concerned, but brought fresh coffees. Our food came out within 15-20 minutes of ordering and the food was the best part. We never saw our server again until she dropped off our checks. No apology, no acknowledgment of wrongdoing, nothing. I can deal with less than average food if I experience great service. Or even better than average service. I cannot tolerate poor service, I'll take my money elsewhere. As someone who worked in the F&B industry for 10+ years I was appalled at the lack of customer service all around. I will never patronize Cafe Intermezzo again and I suggest you stay away too.
(1)Jon M.
Interesting and appealing starter selections, a diverse beverage menu - both with/without alcohol, delicious entrees, impressive dessert selection (frutti di bosco imported from Italy is not to be missed), a stellar coffee menu and a relaxing while immersive atmosphere make Cafe Intermezzo a fantastic dining or lounge option and repeat after repeat visit for me. The only thing that could make this place any better is by featuring coffee directly from Italy on a regular basis rather than occasional selection. It's nice to promote local business but Illy belongs here.
(4)Brian K.
Despite its many critics, I've always been an ardent fan of Café Intermezzo. Given that the dessert and drink menus are extensive enough to please almost anyone with a pulse and taste buds, it's usually one of my first stops with visiting guests. However, this particular location is my least favorite of the restaurant's fleet, largely because of the parking situation and the fact that it has become a mecca for suburban housewives and their seemingly rabid children. Food: The menu is comprised of a variety of both savory and sweet dishes, the latter of which are the most impressive. On any given day, the dessert case contains at least 20 options, including cakes, pies, cheesecakes, and tarts. Café Intermezzo also has one of the most impressive drinks menus in Atlanta, complete with a table of contents and literally hundreds of different gourmet coffee drinks, wine, beer, specialty cocktails, and liqueurs. Service: Café Intermezzo is widely known for its lackluster service, but this location tends to fare better than the others. I've always found the staff to be pleasant and as efficient as they could be given the patron volume. Atmosphere: One of Café Intermezzo's greatest hallmarks is its pseudo European vibe, which is sorely lacking at this location. It also seems to be perpetually riddled with hoards of unmonitored children. During my last visit, I watched a boy drink out of the patio fountain while the mother sat idly by sipping an appletini and yacking on a cell phone. Cost: Moderately priced. Desserts are $6-$10 and full entrees are $10-$20. Gourmet and alcoholic drinks are primarily in the $5-$10 range. Other: The plaza's parking lot tends to fill up quickly, particularly during the weekday lunch hour and weekends. I occasionally have luck parking on the street behind the plaza, but I usually resort to valet in the event that I'm accompanied by guests and don't feel compelled to subject them to a trail of tears between the car and restaurant.
(4)Lynn L.
Go for dessert definitely (although the sizes the serve have gotten progressively smaller), coffee perhaps (I stick to the house coffee), the menu/food... no sir/ma'am :-)the food is real hit or miss!! Best bet have a great dinner elsewhere and end the evening here for a great ambiance and dessertt and nightcap!
(3)Sasha K.
One of my regular fav places.
(4)Kwame O.
I have been to cafe intermezzo for years . I can tell you it's the only coffee house that have the most extensive menus drinks in Atlanta. They have it all plus alcohol and coffee liquors. The ambiance of the place is amazing. It a great to take friends or even dates to. Weekends are always the busiest and the wait times are not too crazy like the peach tree at location. Service is a hit and miss. One week you can get a great server and the other not so good. But the pass few times I have been there the service have been great. Another great thing about this place is there desserts . I believe they have over 40 cakes , pies , and cheesecakes. I have tried almost everything . Food is limited and expensive . I only have the crapes , it was not bad.
(5)Paige N.
Oh Cafe Intermezzo - how highly can I sing your praises? Granted, I've only been a few times, and only for coffee and dessert, but I couldn't be happier with each experience. Tell me honestly, how could you not like a place with a dessert case so large and varied that they hire a person specifically to stand there and explain to mystified diners what each sweet confection actually is? If you raised your hand, you my friend, are a liar or perhaps just a person without a soul. Either way... Anyway, everytime I return to Cafe Intermezzo, I'm again impressed how extensive the drink menu is. Coffee concoctions are the main claim to fame (even the devilishly rich and thick Turkish coffee is represented), but they also offer teas (all types you've heard of or not), alcoholic goodies (wine, mixed drinks, champagne and even absinthe - not kidding!), virgin drinks and more. Customization of each drink is also a high point: want your coffee decaf, skim milk, a double shot, or extra whip cream? No problem - they're here to serve. And then there are the desserts - what really makes Cafe Intermezzo a standout. Fun fact: the reason all the deserts are all done with equal expertise is because the geniuses (and I say this with sincerity) behind the restaurant sought out the best desserts from multiple sources in the city and bring them in fresh every day. How smart is that? Somebody was thinking that day! The ambiance of each Intermezzo is slightly different but I really enjoyed my latest trip to the Ashford Dunwoody location (although the company might have swayed my opinion slightly). Since the weather's been killing it lately (I love you early spring weather, please repeat for many springs to come!), we sat outside on the patio surrounded by other people with the same love of the outdoors. Pollen be damned - if there's a patio and a decent day, I'll be there! So we flipped through the phone book that is Cafe Intermezzo's drink menu (the number of choices is in the hundreds, I'm sure), and on the second attempt at taking our order the waiter succeeded and we both ordered the suisse mocha coffees. Then came the even more delightful yet difficult part - choosing just a dessert or two although they all looked incredible. Tough choices indeed. Two giant dessert cases show off all the goods: one contains cheesecakes and the other contains all the other cakes. Cheesecake was ruled out almost immediately (if you're gonna have cheesecake, go to the Cheesecake Factory), and we were free to focus on the first case. A berry covered something-or-other quickly caught my eye along with a candy cane striped cake with raspberry sauce. The "cake tour guide" informed us the former was the most popular dessert on the menu "Frutti di Bosco" and made in-house everyday with a recipe direct from Italy. The second was a raspberry tiramisu. I had no idea such a delight even existed! Had to try them both. Obviously. No matter there were only two of us. Had to. The coffees came out first and at first, I didn't really taste the Swiss chocolate very strongly. Silly me - I needed to stir it! All the chocolate was melting happily away in the bottom of the cup. Once I stirred that bad boy up a bit, it was some of the best mocha / hot chocolatey coffee I've had (making it with milk always makes it better too). Then our desserts arrived. Let me tell you, Cafe Intermezzo isn't stingy with their dessert - these were very healthy portions of both the bosco di frutti and the tiramisu. And do you even need to ask if they tasted as good as they looked? No, you do not. You already know the answer. Divine! Gorgeous presentation and equally wonderful taste. If you haven't yet experienced the dessert and coffee joy that is Cafe Intermezzo yet, run - don't walk - to the nearest location and partake of the sugary, caffeinated goodness!
(5)Ruksana H.
This is the location I visit the most, somehow it is convenient to most friends living north of the city and they always have space to seat even though they look like they are bursting at the seams. Love the Euro cafe style interiors. their dessert and drink selections are good. Always ended up here for desserts but actually made it here a few times for lunch meetings and it isnt bad at all, food is good here and decently priced. Service might be slow on weekends but thats a given when there is a crowd. This space has outdoor seating too and lots of parking. I love the crabcakes here and hot chocolate and any of their dessert selections. Waiters are always happy to help with suggestions if you will let them know what you are in the mood for!
(5)Vee V.
I just like to come here to sit, chit chat, and enjoy some overpriced coffee and cake. I've never come for food, and service has always been subpar, but it's a nice late night place to go when you don't want to do the loud scene. Great in the summer when you can sit outside. cake selection is huge and they have the best tiramusu.
(3)Nisreen S.
Once again, I'm stuck between a 3 and a 4. I really wish we could put .5's! This place always keeps me coming back with their fantastic coffee menu and delicious oreo cheesecake. Service is always slow. Out of the 7 or 8 times I've been there, my server went missing nearly every single time. Service is very slow and rather unfriendly, but if you're with good company and really enjoy coffee and dessert, this place is still worth a visit. Lunch/Dinner choices are about average, with Panera/Cafe quality and neither WOW nor disappoint. My favorite are their Panini's! Now...where this place really shines!! Their cappuccino/coffee menu is much larger than their regular lunch/dinner menu. It offers something for everyone. I highly recommend the cappuccino with nutella in it. I forget the name, starts with a B...but it's their most popular one, so the server will surely know which one you're talking about. You can also take a "dessert tour" while they are making your cappuccino. An attendant tells you about all the wonderful desserts they have to offer. Their cakes are okay, but their cheesecakes are phenomenal! Especially the oreo cheesecake, yum! Parking could be hard to find on some busy nights, but it's free, and you eventually find parking within 5-10 minutes. This is a great place to catch up with an old friend, or be "out-late" without going anywhere crazy.
(3)Melanie S.
They have a lot of desserts, none are house made so they can be hit or miss. The drinks menu is extensive but I was amazed when the bartender could not make an Irish coffee even though it is on the menu. And with instruction, it was still bad, the coffee was luke warm and the cream was too thick.
(2)Bethany V.
About a year or so ago I left Cafe Intermezzo a bad review; which was mostly based on the service and how terrible it was. Well after a year of staying away my husband and I decided to try Intermezzo again as Alon's was closed for Yom Kippur. I was pleasantly surprised with the staff! We were seated and water came almost immediately followed by a server to get our order. The food was still only okay but the dessert was AMAZING as usual. I was highly satisfied with our experience and would gladly return!
(4)Jolie C.
I was so excited to try Cafe Intermezzo, so I brought my Grandmother here after picking her up from the airport for what I hoped would be a good breakfast. Nice area. Easily accessible. Free parking. Terrible service and terrible food. The restaurant was not clean. The chair I sat in had something sticky on it, and it was replaced, but I didn't see the man wipe off the dirty one. The mirrors weren't clean, and when I went to the restroom, there was a old drink glass from the night before. I had eggs benedict and there was nothing remotely fresh about any of it. A cheap, cold English emuffin. A thin slice of sandwich meat ham layered on top. Old poached egg on top, with some packaged hollandaise on top. Potatoes were decent. Granny had sweet potato pancakes and added eggs and sausage. Pancakes had a weird aftertaste-- my sweet potato pancakes taste better. I was impressed with the drink menu, and it's likely that there are other things on the menu that are not so bad, but I won't be back to find out. Dirty. Bad food. Poor service. No thanks.
(1)Henry T.
I came here once for dinner and once for dessert. It's definitely a very romantic spot, albeit on the very "dimly lit" side to put it nicely. We had to take turns using the candle to read the book, I mean menu. It's quite an extensive list, dare I say too long, with pages and pages of drinks and dessert choices. Dinner is not a reason to go here. Nothing special about the dinner menu. I got the lasagna which was good, but not the best I've had. The drinks and desserts, however, are special as there are many choices that you will not find elsewhere. I got the gingerbread drink which was delicious! I would highly recommend trying it, although I do wish it were served a little warmer. My fiance ordered the lemonade but had to send it back twice because it was not sweet at all. The gelato's are also unique in that they are served in the respective fruit ordered. For example, I ordered the pineapple gelato, so it came in a small pineapple. Our waiter was very polite, although he mentioned in the beginning that he was in training, so he might have been trying harder that night than on any other night. Still, I cannot fault him for that. I just hope he continues to treat customers the way he treat us that night. On a warmer day, the outside patio would be a nice place to sit. Both times I've gone it's been on the chilly side. The first time we went it was pretty late on a Thursday night, but there were still plenty of people there. When we left around 11pm, the place was still pretty crowded. Overall, I had a positive experience there. I would come back to try the desserts and the book of drinks which range from your average beer and wine to high alcohol leveled beer, liquers, and absinthe. This restaurant gets 3 stars for the food and ambiance plus one star for the service.
(4)Karie L.
The food was amazing, but for some reason this time around the service was lacking. Every time we looked for our waiter he was sitting at a table of women "talking" We usually have good food and good service, I def recommend this place! There is something for everyone. You can order from the entire menu all day, Quite the drink menu! And as a bonus, they do groupon type discounts all the time, so you can save some money and have an amazing end to the night :)
(4)Nate R.
Been here a handful of times now. I'm not over the top about Cafe Intermezzo, but it's not a bad place to go if you want to eat outside and have a couple drinks. They have a fantastic drink menu, ranging from hot chocolates to after dinner drinks, which serves as a highlight along with the dessert selection. Dessert isn't a menu, it's a display case with cheesecakes on one side, and cakes, pies, etc on the other. A staff member explains what each one is and makes recommendations. You get a large slice of whatever you choose. Last time I had the key lime pie, before that the oreo cheesecake. Both were delicious. If they stuck to drinks and dessert, they would be killing it. The food menu isn't overly large - it's a mix of sandwiches and pastas, with breakfast served all day. Probably a menu more appropriate to lunch than dinner, but it's decent enough. Had the Parisian sandwich last time, which was good without being memorable. Service is extremely slow - never gotten out of here in under 2 hours. Just moves at a different pace. Which wouldn't be too bad, except he seating is not awesome. It's crammed, and the tables/chairs are not what you would call comfortable, especially if you're going to be in them for a long time (see: service). Overall, if you're sticking to dessert or drinks, you're going to do well. If you're looking to eat, there are probably better options.
(3)Dee P.
I came here on Monday with a friend and we sat on the indoor/outdoor patio which was very nice. I ordered the Parisian Turkey sandwich with beets and feta as my side. The sandwich was delicious! The croissant was flaky and fresh and the turkey and brie was warmed perfectly. I liked the beets but I don't care for feta (too strong of a cheese) personally. The service was good; we had a moment of hysteria with a crying baby, so it was a wait before we saw our server again for us to ask for our check (surprised she wasn't running over with it sooner!) but other than that everything was pleasant and everyone was polite.
(4)Bianca C.
Four stars mostly because the desserts are awesome! Not because of the food I've had there in particular. They have a large assortment of cakes,etc that are always nice and moist. The large drink selection is also spot on- hot and cold alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. On to the food...I'd give then four stars for the soups I've had, the butternut soup is amazing and inspired me to make my own at home, and the lentil bean is good. On the other food, I'd stick to the pasta dishes. I had the mango chicken wrap once: it had too much liquid and sweetness and I didn't taste the curry mayo or cayenne that was supposedly in it. Stay away from the blue cheese coleslaw!
(4)Louise S.
This is THE seal the deal date Dessert spot, but it's also great for hanging out after dinner with friends when you dont want the chatting to end just yet, perfect for coffee and cakes with the ladies midweek and probably a billion other scenarios when you want to tickle that sweet tooth. The drink menu is extensive, pages and pages of mixed drinks, teas, coffees, herbal and fruit infusions, steamed milk, juice if it come sin a glass or a cup they probably do it. The cakes and cheesecakes and pies are all on display at the front and it;s better to check them out yourself because they rotate and change so there's usually something new to try or a twist on your favourite flavours. The regular savoury food is kind of meh, but when the drinks and desserts are this good i really don't care
(4)Amanda D.
I finally got to do the whole ~~romantic~~ thing here, but after I had already downed creme brulee. I probably could have eaten cake anyway, but I prevented myself from allowing this to happen. This of course means that I finally ordered a coffee related drink here. This is where that sparsely seen service comes in handy. If you want to get through 398273 pages of a menu and make a decision, you're gonna need that server to take his/her sweet time. I finally decided on the gianduja cappuccino, aka there's Nutella in my coffee. The problem now with this service is that this drink then sat on the counter for a number of minutes, and I was not aware of this until the end, when I had no choice but to scoop the Nutella sitting on the bottom into my mouth with a spoon. I probably should have stirred it up before, but I was in a food coma and brain function was at a minimum. It was still good, even if it only tasted slightly of Nutella until I made it all about eating Nutella. And then another problem. I had no water since we hadn't seen the server since he finally bothered to drop the drinks off, and my throat felt like it does now that I'm sick (except in a good way because HELLO I just had like 4 teaspoons of Nutella). Thankfully when we caught him he brought water and the check relatively quickly so I didn't start coughing like a maniac in candlelight. I think I would go with another coffee and dessert romantic time situation here, cause I'm not paying $5.30 for my own drink unless it comes with alcohol. Yes I am being like that. #Yelp365 - 58/365
(3)Erik B.
Now, I got a chance to grade you guys. I went to this place with my girl friend to meet some friends. me and 5 of my friends ordered coffees and cheesecakes. My gurl friend was hungry and she wanted to have a cup of tomato soup. Server told her to order another soup or order salad, and server said tomato soup might not be as fresh as the other flavor soup. My girlfriend ordered anyway. She got her tomato soup that wasn't suggested by the server and finished eating it. 10 mins later we had to leave the place because she didn't feel very well. When we arrived home, she got worst. l left her and went to pharmacy in the middle of the night to get some stuff to make her stomach better. when I came back home , she was in the restroom on the floor with a pain.I ve called my doctor friend to get help. My friend said it was the vegetable (tomato soup) . This location is not doing great anymore since they have franchised this location and have changed the crew. Now, they can suffer with the way they do business.
(1)Lesa A.
The worst daytime management (Manager's name is James) and service ever!!!! I've been a customer for 10+ years at this location but the quality of services has drastically gone down over the past 2+ years. After my experience at breakfast there yesterday, I'll never go back!!!
(1)Linda J.
Cafe Intermezzo... I actually dread going to this place (at any location) because their cakes are always stale, service is usually bad (whether it's busy or not), and nothing they serve satisfies my taste buds. Aside from last night I haven't been to this location in ten years or more. It hasn't changed much except the wait was longer and a lot more painful (again, 105 degree day... probably close to 90 when we were outside waiting). Those people that sat on the patio must have really wanted their coffee. The service was just okay. We ordered a coffee beverage and talked for a long time. It was almost closing time and our waiter just vanished. Which wasn't the biggest deal because we were having a good time but dude, check up on us. Give us the head nod... something. The ladies room... was as gross as one of the scariest, grossest gas station bathrooms I had to use on the way back from Portland. The kind that's on the side and to the rear of the gas station. The one where you need a key to enter and you think of that scene of "Candyman" and hope no one murders you in there before you walk in. You also don't touch anything (I've become an expert use your foot for everything person) and hold your breath like you're on Fear Factor. I had to choose between disgusting stall #1 with no toilet paper (unless you count the wads that were overflowing out of the commode) and disgusting stall #2 that had the spare toilet paper holder thing a million miles away from the gross commode again with wadded up toilet paper all up in it. I felt like I was in some twisted "fancy" porta potty situation. I know it's busy but that's NO excuse. You know people are drinking and they're going to have to use the facilities. Wipe the counters, restock the toilet paper, and pretend to clean a bit. Not even really clean but frat house clean. You feel me? I mean you are trying to be fancy pants coffee and it's really not even good so at least don't gross me out with the restroom. That and they abruptly lit up the place at the end of the night. Not cool when my eyes were enjoying the dimly lit situation for hours... Sometimes I feel this place is only popular because the restaurants in that same strip mall don't serve coffee. Coincidence?
(2)Stephanie A.
Café Intermezzo is quite a unique eatery in Atlanta. Three locations, one in Brookwood, Downtown and one in Dunwoody. I best describe it as where to go when you don't want a meal but a little sumpin sumpin. Mid afternoon coffee and monte cristo, meet for a drink that isn't alcoholic and Starbucks is too generic, late night snack or European quality dessert and brandy. It is decidedly European complete with the borderline consistently inconsistent service. Don't expect to have a luxurious amount of room Americans are so accustomed to. Small café sized table (remember you're not eating a multi course meal here so you don't need the square footage) and at peak times very loud. Delicious cappuccino, any alcoholic delight you could want (honorable mention are end of night type ports and brandies) and mineral waters. Sweet and savory crepes - they really are what works in those in between moments, paninis, full breakfasts, salads and impressive listing of entrees. I don't mind a cheese plate late night and they have it. Keep Intermezzo in mind for those after hours mood when you don't want to go home but don't want to waste hours of your life on soulless nightlife.
(3)Joyce L.
I wish I could give this place half a star. I hadn't been in a year or two which gave me enough time to forget why it had been so long, only took about 5 minute to remember why I never ever come here. For starters, the place had maybe 3-4 tables being sat at but it took the hostess at least 5 minutes to find our party of 7 a table. We passed by several 4 sided tables that could have easily been pushed together (2 together would have been more than ample), but instead we were put in the back by the restrooms at 3 hightop tables that each barely sit 2 comfortably. Before I could voice the better option, our hostess had disappeared. Drinks and 2 slices of cake took entirely too long to get there. When the cakes finally arrived the chocolate banana pie was completely frozen in the middle. Don't expect anything to be made in house or fresh here. By the time our waitress finally came around, the pie was almost defrosted (nicely played, Intermezzo!) Great place for a date with someone you don't find very attractive. The lighting is so dim I couldn't read the 30 page menu. Didn't help that it was in size 4 font. The only reason why I would bother giving Cafe Intermezzo half a star is because we had the pleasure of bumping into the Hawks' Zaza Pachulia, who is also half a star.
(1)Alyx K.
I would have to agree with everyone else's reviews that the service is terrible. And by terrible I mean terrible. I am a regular at intermezzo, but I am very specific in how i come. I always ask for a table near the wall because these teeny tiny tables are packed so close together people are elbow to elbow. I am always ready to order as soon as the server comes by for the first time: an Egyptian Chamomile tea (very good, most definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a non alcoholic hot beverage) and either the strawberry nutella crepe, mango sorbet, or red velvet cake depending on my mood. When the server is dropping off our drinks, I ask for the check and try to pay cash, that way I'm not stuck in the awkward limbo at the end where the conversation with the person you came with has ended and you're both sitting there awkwardly continually repeating "where is our server? is it that guy? no...wait." The drink list is extremely extensive, almost to the point it hurts them more than it helps them. They have a glass case displaying the cakes/desserts and a nearby server will give you a guided cake tour which is nice. I would definitely not recommend the food here. I have gotten a sandwich or salad a few times and each time it was overpriced, under portioned, and not good. The last time I grabbed a bite here, I got food poisoning and since then have opted to never eat the food. So what's the reason I keep coming back? The atmosphere is really nice. All the tables have white tablecloths and glass tops. Small vases with pink carnations and a candle atop every table. The lighting is very dim, almost romantic. It is a good place to just sit and talk with a friend for a while. So while I'll probably continue to visit here and stick to my cup of tea and safe dessert, I would recommend people stray from ordering food here or expecting too much out of their server. -A
(3)Steve V.
Cafe Intermezzo is probably my favorite sit-down dessert place, especially when I have friends in town. The Buckhead location may be slightly better but a pain to get to and park, so I decided to go to the Perimeter Mall location on this trip. Ambiance: I will list this first since this really stands out compared to other dessert places. It is always busy here. The set-up is really cool - you feel like you are in Europe. There are cool wall hangings, sculptures and busts of half-nude women. They even have french lessons over the loud speaker in the bathroom! There are multiple rooms within the restaurant adorned with nice archways, glass-frosted doors and fountains. Food: This is the biggest draw...that is, if you love cake! There are two huge display cases, each holding over 20 cakes....I would say they must have nearly 40-50 cakes/pies to order. One case tends to be heavy on all different kinds of cheesecake (NY style, mocha, Kahlua, pumpkin, etc.); the other case is a mix of fruit-filled cakes (including a famous European imported fruit tart), chocolate mouse cakes and other layer cakes. You really can't beat the selection. Granted when you have this many cakes, some are going to better than others..it all depends on your palate, but I love trying a different slice each time. A little pricey at about $8 a slice, but you are paying for the ambiance. I usually get a few slices (depending on the # of people I am with) and share. They also have a lunch/dinner menu with sandwiches and pasta dishes among other items. Drinks: An amazing drink menu. There is a full bar. There are dozens of coffee drinks to pick from: with drip vs. espresso, with every imaginable flavor addition, cold or hot, whipped cream or not, etc. etc. There is also a very long tea list, hot chocolates, alcoholic coffees. Staff are friendly. There are employees that stand in front of the cake case and know every detail of every cake. Really impressive. I definitely recommend a visit to either this location or the Buckhead location...see which you like better.
(4)Douglas O.
This Cafe is not as "cool" as the other, but the additional space indoors and outdoors, proximity to work, makes this my preference for a coffee break (non chain ie starbucks). A quick bite for lunch allows me to make the most of a short break from the tasks at hand. The Toffee-Chino something is one of my favorites, though a tad too sweet at times, have to ask for a little less syrup. Breakfast crepes are light and full of flavor.
(4)Steve S.
I am a GIGANTIC Cafe Intermezzo fan. I have been one of their biggest out-of-state ambassadors for years. How delighted I must have been to finally move to ATL and be able to come here every day if I wished! Nope. Not at all.. At least, with this location. I had family in town, and decided to show off this location to help prove all the positive remarks I had been making about it for years and years. Only four people in the place on a Saturday afternoon. One couple, and two fairly attractive girls at the bar. No servers or staff to be found, except for one young guy at the bar talking with the girls. We sat down next to them and waited. And waited. Made eye contact with the guy. And waited. After 15 minutes of trying to get his attention, we got up to leave. As we were leaving, one of the girls says "Shouldn't you help them?" We never heard a response behind us. What a nightmare. Never again. The location is perfect and beautifully decorated. The menu and offering is top shelf. The service.. the worst I've encountered in Atlanta to date.
(1)Vivian W.
I'm seriously considering a personal mission to try every cake this place offers...unfortunately this mission has hampered by the fact that I can't help but get my favorites when I'm standing there looking at the cake display. I'll admit I haven't tried any of their actual food-menu items, but the cakes are totally worth a trip. I def. swing by to pick up a few slices to-go whenever I pass by...the tiramisu here is AMAZING. According to the dude behind the counter they import it from Milan (rolls eyes*) - whatever, it's delicious. They've also got a rasberry flavored tiramisu and their red velvet cake is spot-on. On occasion they've got hazelnut/chocolate cakes that are pretty rich, but not nauseatingly so (imo). My only gripe - their to-go system takes too long, I want my cakes faster! PS - there is free wifi and they are totally fine with you hanging out with your laptop enjoying your cake/drink during the day.
(4)Philip D.
What happened to this formerly nice place? Returned after a couple of years to find food fair but overpriced and customers allowing kids to scream, run around place and disrupt everything. The staff just lets the insane parents and kids run free. They should rename this Chucky Cheese
(1)Jen G.
My boyfriend used to live here and visited another one of their locations (maybe the original one?) so we stopped by on his recommendation. The place has great ambiance, and people were using it for various purposes ranging from date nights, night out with friends, to even a poker game! We stopped in for dessert and coffee on our way home from a night out while visiting town. We ordered a slice of carrot cake cheesecake and each got a hot coffee. Carrot cake cheesecake is kind of dry in the cakey bits but the cheesecake parts are pretty tasty. Slightly overpriced at $8 per slice. I would honestly try something else next time, there are SOOO many choices! I ordered a pumpkin latte, which had great flavor, but was really sweet. I'm definitely a cream and multiple sugars kind of girl, and it was too sweet for me. They add a really thick cream on the top, which remains even after you finish drinking the coffee beneath. I left that there because I was on sweets overload! My boyfriend got a butterscotch expresso, which was quite a bit larger than mine, but also very sweet. He could barely finish it. The butterscotch flavoring was really good, but a little overwhelming. The cream on his coffee was enough to be a separate treat for someone! I thought about having that boxed up to take home to the kids! Unique location, but I think I'll stick to the desserts or have them bring me my coffee unsweetened and without the fluff next time!
(3)Jai R.
I'm a big fan of Cafe Intermezzo. It has the intimate atmosphere that I would imagine a small cafe in Italy to have. Each small table has its own candle to add light to the dim setting. The coffee and desserts are excellent. I have tried their food before and I was very pleased with their panini but I usually visit Intermezzo for their massive dessert and expresso selections. Cafe Intermezzo is excellent for small groups and intimate couples. The sound levels are low and the lighting is romantic. The parking at the Dunwoody Intermezzo is more ideal compared to Cafe Intermezzo in Buckhead. I much prefer the Dunwoody location.
(4)Cindy W.
I celebrated my New Years at Cafe Intermezzo. Read my review for the Peachtree Rd location: This location looks a lot classier (Greek statues with and without fountain, amphora-shaped lamps, Greek columns, low lighting...) than the Peachtree location....and I would recommend dressing up slightly. It's Cafe Intermezzo. C'mon. At each table, there is a carnation, a candle, and a cup of sugar (and I eat them like horses.... Watch out diabetus, I'm coming for you!!) They give you two menus, one complete, one of food. They are true Jack of All Trades, master of none. However, I DO really like their teas and presentation too- a pot and cup, beautiful. As usual, I followed my own advice: 1) Expect service as sparse and slow as Europe 2) Only order coffe/tea and dessert (fantastic mimosas too) 3) Warn your date beforehand he will be hella surprised by the tab (and not in a good way) What actually transcribed: 1) Service was actually spot on this time, but we saw Emily about 4 times. 2) Ordered Raspberry Truffle Hot Chocolate ($5.90), Spanish Mocha ($5), Frutti Di Bosco ($7.85, their "signature", has won several awards back in the day), and the Tiramisu Cheesecake ($7.85) 3) Yeah. He knew he was in a world of hurt. 4) New rule: add sugar cubes first so it dissolves and stir constantly so there's not a mountain of sugar for the last sips. --------------------------------------------------Â--------------------- 4) Countdown to New Years was controlled; everyone stared at the employees. 5) 12:16 am, soopa doopa fabulous employee gives Tyra a strut for her catwalk down each lane and wishes everyone a happy new years. An Indian guy was on the side and knew only cheesecakes but was a sweetheart and explained everything carefully for my date (first timer, you see), cake girl ignored us for 5 minutes before helping us, but she was nice. The Bosco slice was smaller than Peachtree's, so I finished mine easily. My Spanish mocha was lukewarm; Starbucks serves their's 3x as large, hot and with a warning. Unacceptable and insulting, Cafe Intermezzo. I was also upset that their cup of coffee couldn't fit 2 of my tiny fingers inside the handle, so I had to -awkwardly- wrap my hand around it like a mug and uncomfortably sip....and when I got to the last few sips, there was the most disagreeable gritty foam like substance at the bottom, like powdered coffee mix (not sugar either). As I finished my slice and my small cup of coffee, I ate about an inch off of my date's cheesecake. The rum/coffee "soaked" lady fingers were dry, which meant it was either frozen before, not fresh, or not prepared traditionally. Later I found out they get desserts pre-made and frozen. I loved the atmosphere and my date, but Cafe did not perform. I actually felt really sick after all the desserts and coffee. Sugar coma, yes yes. Diabetus, I might be closer than I thought.....
(3)Annie L.
VERY romantic at night. All the tables were adorned with candles, so it gave a very intimate vibe. The food was alright to me. It wasn't mindblowing or anything that I would seek out of my way to get again. The desserts however are delish. From the moment you walk in, there are plenty of pastries on display that you can choose from. Other than that, going for dinner I'll probably choose elsewhere. But if I wanted maybe a couple of drinks and some dessert, I'd definitely venture here.
(3)Catrina W.
The ambiance was great! BUT, I don't appreciate having to get up to get my cake from the display. Why isn't it on the menu?That was weird. AND it was dry.
(3)Duc L.
This was literally the best place for first dates and fun hang outs a year or two back. It's either my tastes has changed or the clientele is changing not for my liking. The place focuses around the idea of a european coffee shop consisting of mainly coffee and dessert (cakes and pies) although they do serve teas, alcoholic drinks, and regular food. I've never personally had their food considering this place is more of a dessert/wide down spot so I'm more of the dessert and coffee person. Tables are relatively small, mainly 2-4 persons but if you have a larger group, they can accommodate by pushing tablets together but it might not be in the best locations in terms of traffic flow and lighting. What I do recommend is the berry-berry tea (I love tea), tiramisu, or cafe johannes. Many items on the menu are reasonably priced, but do be prepared to spend a little extra if getting anything a bit out of the ordinary. While cake slices are a good portion, it is pricey. Just an FYI if you're first trying this place out and you're on a budget. What I don't like about it anymore is the service is pretty slow, maybe it's the people in the back or maybe they just want me to leave that much quicker. Whatever the reason may be, it takes a good while between getting your drink and being able to get their attention again to order a second drink or even a refill of water. The environment is so loud now, it seems like everyone has just forgotten to speak in a relatively normal voice and has resorted to shouting. It used to be a place where you could sit down and have a good conversation between two people but now it's so loud that you're resorted to just speaking very loudly which I think destroy's the mood whether it be a hang out or first date. I think this place is getting very popular which is why more different clientele is coming in, but I tend to skip this place now for quality drinks and hang outs but rather a last minute idea or a place just to be seen.
(2)Phong T.
I've been a fan of this place since the day I found it years back. It never seem to disappoint me when I visit. Coffee & Teas: Wide-selection and tasty coffee. I've tried more of the milk/shlag based coffee and they're amazingly good. Try Cubano Latte or the Cocciccino Bianco (spelling may be off-excuse me). My taste has gotten heavier though and off the sugar. I recently visited and got the Cafe Beethoven. I don't know if they made it wrong, but it was overly sweetened with the honey. I sent it back to ask for more coffee to balance it out, but it was still too sweet. Maybe my taste buds, but they re-made a new one less sweetened and it tasted perfect. But I wouldn't recommend that drink in particular. Desserts: Love their cheesecake. Tira Misu all the way! I've also tried their Red Velvet, which is pretty tasty. Food: I've never tried it here, but I see this place more of a coffee and dessert spot so I'll maybe try it one day.
(4)Miguel C.
This was really a nice find. A nice little cafe/restaurant with a theme centered around classical-music composers. Classy but casual. The food was wonderful. We had wine, seafood crepe, brie, seafood crepe, tiramisu, ... and did I mentioned the seafood crepe? :-) It was all really good and not too pricey. Extensive wine list in addition to an array of coffees. Interesting tidbit: We almost didn't go. When we arrived they had an alarm going off which they seemed unable to turn off. Fortunately they fixed it before we walked away.
(4)Dianna B.
None of my trips to Atlanta is ever complete without a trip to this restaurant. It is both intimate and open. Comforting and comfortable with food that is delicious and decadent. My favorite treat is the goat cheese medallions, these are lightly breaded and served in a red pepper sauce that is just to die for. Their coffees & teas are always right on the mark. Though sometimes the service is slow and cumbersome.
(4)Ana H.
I went on a date here and I absolutely loved it! The desserts were amazing and the waiter was simply so polite! I felt welcomed & I will be coming back soon
(4)Jennifer G.
I was stunned to discover that this place has 3 other locations in Atlanta when I searched for it on Yelp. Stunned because in the 20 months I've lived in Atlanta, this is the worst restaurant I've visited. No, I didn't really expect a Viennese style coffee house in Atlanta (even though I lived in Vienna and would know the real thing). I did expect a place pretty much dedicated to coffee and desserts to have decent coffee and desserts. They have an unbelievable selection. Too bad every dessert falls somewhere between bland and blah. I've had Entenmann's cakes with more flavor. Whatever you do, don't order actual food here. How you screw up a turkey club panini is beyond me, but whatever sauce they put on it was some of the grossest stuff I've ever eaten. On the weekends, this place is packed so be prepared for a wait if my review doesn't knock some sense into you and you decide to go somewhere else.
(1)Michelle K.
I went here with some friends for a late night Friday night dessert and coffee run. I was expecting to wait 30 minutes or more but we were seated within 10 minutes of arrival. Our server greeted us promptly and made sure we had both the dessert and drink menus. The four of us ended up getting food vs dessert. I must say that the baked brie was amazing!! The appetizer consisted of baked brie, honey, garlic pepper, parsley and the perfect amount of brown sugar with water crackers on the side. It was the perfect late night snack. Our friends ordered the French toast with strawberries and powdered sugar. My date had the chai latte, and although I am not a fan of chai, it tasted pretty darn good. Cafe Intermezzo serves their tea in a press, which is quite a unique feature & standard here. Our server - as busy as he was - always made sure that we were taken care of. Cafe Intermezzo never fails in providing a pleasing ambiance with high quality food an beverages. The only reason I gave them 3 stars is because the server and waiter could not coordinate our seating arrangements. We ended up walking a circle around the entire restaurant before being seated. But... the baked brie made up for everything negative. #Yelp 365- 23/365
(3)Kirk P.
Have always enjoyed Cafe Intermezzo when it was a special little place on Peachtree Street. After last night, I'm feeling like the magic is gone, the place feels like when you go into any of hundreds of Hard Rock Cafe's .... there once was one that meant something ... and now they are just forgettable reproductions. The Cafe has, as one reviewer put it, become "flippant" ... too busy to care ... arrogantly unconcerned with service. It was hard to believe, but we sat at a bar and never were greeted or served. We then moved to our table (that did not take a very long time to get). We were met by a server who took drink orders. And then never returned. A manager walked by and we stood and said we just had to leave and he said OK. He could not have cared less. So, good for them for being so busy that they can become cavalier. Bad for us because it's not special anymore. Now it's just where the lemmings go because 1) it's open late 2) you can be as weird as you want 3) you may get served fast enough not to become angry. With that appeal, we'll look elsewhere. Atlanta's growing and restaurant nightlife evolves rapidly. One day, that manager may care.
(2)Alfie A.
Menu has a variety of brunch like meals. Breakfast is served all day long (if I recall correctly) variety of creeps, sandwiches and some pasta options. A great drink menu of both alcoholic and non alcoholic and coffee beverages. We ordered the Tuna Melt, Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken, and Nutella Banana Crepes. Tuna was served cold like a tuna salad sandwich and the cheese wasn't even melted. We had to send it back for them to create a true tuna melt with MELTED cheese. Crepe was hard and flakey. The nutella and banana crepes are much better at IHOP for probably half the price. We told the manager of the concern with the flakey and hard crepe. Spinach strawberry salad with warm goat cheese patties with chicken was really delicious and is highly recommended. Note that the chicken was served room temp and not warm. Other than that this salad was really good. The service requires heavy improvement. We were there on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm, clearly after the heavy brunch crowd. We waited at least 45 minutes for our food to be served. Our server said they were extremely busy but from our view the restaurant appeared to be half way full. Didn't seem like a legitimate reason for our order to take so long. Our meal plan was to order light to save room for dessert and coffee. But after such a long wait for our meals we figured it would take them a while to cut a slice of our cake for our dessert order. We decided to bail and skip dessert all together. From a price standpoint, I would say it's average but my 2 star rating is a reflection of the lack luster service and the not so pleasing tuna melt and hard and flaky crepe. The manager comped the tuna melt which was an appreciated gesture. The ambience inside is cozy with dark maroon decor and the outside patio is an appealing part of this restaurant assuming temp is no more than 80 degrees outside. Had our 3 year old daughter with us and the wrought iron patio furniture isn't too comfortable for toddlers. No booths indoors and a number of tables with high pub chairs, not ideal for toddlers. I have been here before for after dinner dessert and coffee. Night environment is a little more bustling with a diverse crowd. If this review was limited to their coffee/dessert menu and experience, I would give it 3 stars. Would I go back? Yes, for the beverage and dessert menu only.
(2)Zagreus A.
After many years away from one of my favorite old haunts, it was comforting to see that some things don't change so much. Granted., since the last time I was here, they expanded nex door, they added wi-fi and their booklet of coffees and drinks now includes energy drinks... However the wait staff till features cool people from foreign countries, a fairly Euro-Bohemian feel and a slide show in one alcove... Frankly the last reviewer said it all and said it well. No longer single, me and my buddy now came with our wives and shared salads and goat cheese appetizers. It was wonderful.
(4)Giang-Ha S.
The only reason I'm giving this place two stars is because of the cake and drinks. Service as always is horrible. I've been here so many times and each time I thought the service wuld change or get better. But yet, it has not improve. The serve that served us was completely rude and unwelcoming. Took him atleast 15 minutes to greet us and give us our water. For goodness sake. Its water!! Also, he pushed our table without saying anything first. If you want us to shift, just say so. He doesn't have to be rude. After we put in our order, it took another 30 minutes for it to come out. Overall, experience was horrible. Our server did not act welcoming or was being attentive to his customers. Would I come back? probably not, but because of the cake. I might.
(2)Lauren H.
Love this restaurant! This is one of the few full-service restaurants in the area with genuinely late hours...something my boyfriend and I appreciate thanks to a bizarre work schedule. We like being able to just drop by at midnight or 1 a.m. and the kitchen will still be open. The first time I visited Cafe Intermezzo I was overwhelmed by the massive drink menu... pretty much any cocktail, tea or coffee you could think of was on it. It's one of the few places we can order an actual Turkish coffee (if you're into that sort of thing). They also have an excellent offering for food, although not quite as extensive. I've never eaten or drunk anything here that I've been disappointed by. Sometimes the service is slow but I still give Cafe Intermezzo 5 stars because of their hours, their selection and the unique atmosphere. It's definitely a for any occasion sort of restaurant.
(5)Fabian W.
I love this place. The desserts and hot chocolates are so decadent.
(5)Ryan C.
Great food and even better desserts. Love the Cozy dark intimate feel.
(5)Annette S.
It was my first time here. I have been waiting there for more than 10 minutes but no one came to take care of me. Finally I was able to order a suisse mokka. But it was too sweat. But the food is better than the service after all.
(1)Gloria M.
This place has yummy cakes but horrible horrible service. It took them abt 20 minutes to get me my cake, which just needs to be plated btw, and it was the wrong cake. Then since it was so cold outside, we moved inside and the server took forever to get our table a glass of water. This place needs to up its game on its service. And the worst of it all, as if it could get any worse, the wine glass they gave us had lipstick on it; our server was too busy chatting so we had to flag another server down to get us another dirty glass. Extremely disappointed in the service and I really used to love coming here for dessert + coffee.
(2)Shazia T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. It's a perfect way to end the day if you want a chill night with whoever you're with. This is my favorite location because parking is free and it's more convenient location-wise. I love the ambiance inside. The desserts are up on display and I have to try to stop myself from drooling all over the floor. This place is really good for drinks and dessert, though they have real food if you want it. Their menu changes periodically, so some items may not be available all the time. - Roasted eggplant soup - absolutely LOVE it! yum in the tum - Grilled cheese - they use good cheese (not nasty American) - Veggie burger - good - Walk on the Beach - virgin drink; didn't care for it much - Mexican Hot Chocolate - my fave drink!! I'll get it, no matter how full I am. - Some Indian-type tea/chai - I forgot which one I got, but it was good. - German chocolate cake - sooooooooo good! - Raspberry chocolate cake - really good and rich!
(5)Christina T.
wow intermezzo you really dropped the ball. my boyfriend and I walked in to a short line. When we got up to the host stand we were taken to be seated right away. When the hostess realized there were no tables available we were brought back to the host stand where they took our name and number and told us to wait for a call. We waited patiently for 20 mins as we watched people that came after us being seated. Everytime we went to the host he said our table was being cleaned right now or we were next to be seated. Even after I got the call from intermezzo and went to the host, we waited another 5-10 mins.. We stood right in front of the host stand and watched as each of the hostess came and took couples who had also just gotten called to their tables. When the host started seating new couples that had just walked in and not even been waiting we reminded him that we were still waiting for a table. He told us to stand close by and pointed to the spot right next to him (which was one step closer than we had been standing). He needs to stop staring at the computer screen and look up at peoples faces to see who has been waiting. I feel like the host took advantage of our patience and our politeness. In the beginning we were standing close to the front door because we didn't want to be one of those people that loiter in front of the host stand, and because servers were also walking around. I don't mind waiting for a table for 40+ mins if they really are busy and it is the ACTUAL wait time, but it wasn't. They told us it would be about 5 mins, and there was a very short line. We just kept getting ignored/ "forgotten" about for half an hour as they seated new parties before us. We finally walked out, and one of the hostesses saw us and gave us a weird look. But they are so busy they don't even care. What is another 2 customers to them? NOTHING.
(1)Emily K.
I wasn't originally planning to go here last night, but when my date and I heard the heavy bass eminating from Eclipse di Luna, we decided to go here instead. Everything was just okay. We got the baked brie to snack on and I didn't like the fact it was paired with a sweet bread. I love brie, so I want to focus on the taste of brie, not the almost overwhelming sweetness of the bread. I got the raspberry chocolate cake and it too was just okay. I think Palate's is superior and also cheaper. They do get points for having real whipped cream, though. Like the Peachtree location, service is slow. Though this time I didn't mind it as much because we weren't in a hurry, it wasn't late, etc. I would've preferred a little more attentive service, especially in light of the fact it wasn't that busy. I'd probably go back here if someone else suggested it.
(3)Hanna N.
If you love cake and coffee drinks, you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. There's never a shortage of a selection of cakes. Out of about 10-15 visits here, the service has always been very friendly but slooooooow. It's the cakes, coffee drinks, and fruit sorbets that keep me coming back. The ambiance is good for a date night or to catch up with friends. The late night hours are also a plus.
(4)Adnan D.
My wife and I visit this location quite often to get some good desserts and some kind of romantic atmosphere. The service is very slow on busy nights especially when the coffee they make is made by one or two people so don't expect to get your drink in five minutes. The people at the cakes are very knowledgeable and patient. Thumbs up to them.....servers are slow because baristas are slammed. We waited on a server for over 30min and when we complained we got our desserts for free :)...so if you don't like something make sure you speak to a manager
(3)Sarah T.
Justin and I went to the Perimeter Intermezzo awhile back with Aiken for desserts and coffee. The service wasn't as horrid as I was expecting it to be, but it wasn't stellar either. The atmosphere there was lovely. It feels like such a great place to go and read a book, or take a date. Definitely a date place. Anyways, I only took a picture of what Aiken ordered cause I'm a dork. I ordered one of their cappuccino, they have so many, I don't remember which one I picked. Either way I enjoyed it. I also got the lemon gelato because I am a lemon fanatic and you get to keep the champagne glass it comes in. I plan on going back and starting a collection. ^.^ It was so so good. I loved it. Justin got a Dark and Stormy drink, and their sweet tea. He loves the blend of teas they use, it is super flavorful. Aiken ordered a slice of cake. Honestly, I don't remember what the cake was, I just remember that it was delicious. Not super sweet, it was subtle, and light, and lovely. Real fresh made whip cream on the side too. He also ordered the Turkish coffee that of course comes in the most adorable tiny cup and saucer. The really cute pot they bring out just adds to it. I'm not a huge fan of Turkish coffee, it's a bit gritty for me, but the presentation of it is just too much. Not a place to go for food, but their desserts and drinks seem pretty stellar. Don't get bummed about the service, go in expecting it to suck, and you don't leave disappointed. Will be going back again for sure.
(3)Kate T.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. If I could rate in terms of "range" I'd give it a between 4 to 5. The reason(s) are as follow: Location - Great location! Across from the Perimeter Mall. Kinda hidden within a plaza. KT rating: 5. Environment - Classy. Sophisticated. It gives the feel of the black and white movies - Frank Sinatra, Casablanca, An Affair to Remember... Dimmed lighting, candle light... Quite romantic... KT rating: 5.5 Food - They serve a wide range of desserts from simple to classy. You could just stand there and have them describe each dessert in detail and still have difficulty deciding. My personal favorite, tiramisu with a hint of rum. Simple, light, and tasty. The drink menu is long -- and I do mean, VERY long list. Wine, tea, coffee drinks from various continents. Full bar that can make practically any drink you heart desires! KT rating: 5.5! Service - They take forever... Depends on who is the server. Some nice, some OK, some super nice, and some just forget that they're suppose to be waiting on you! KT rating: 2. Regardless, it's still a very nice place to hang, chill, relax. A great place for couples to spend time, or a girls night out, or catching up with a group of friends! Just make sure if you have enough time to chill. The moment you get sited, you won't be able to leave at least 2-3 hrs later.
(4)Ariel M.
EXCELLENT selection of coffees and teas. I've found myself craving the Cappuccino La Scala on a regular basis. A well-stocked bar with knowledgeable mixologists, they even have absinthe (not my thing, but I was impressed they had it). Some bartenders these days have never even heard of a Brandy Alexander, but it's right there on their drinks menu. Okay, so that definitely dates me, but it's nice to know you can ask for a not-trendy cocktail and not get a blank stare. The pastries are high-end and delicious, but the portions are huge so you might want to share. Super-sweet for the most part, I like their more fruit-based selections like the berry tart. You can order them to go if you want to indulge later and they are packed nicely for the trip home. I wouldn't go for the food - it's okay, but more of an afterthought. We go for the coffee and dessert after a light meal elsewhere or late at night. The Perimeter location is open until 2am at the weekend (I believe the one downtown is open until 3am). I don't know if I'd describe the ambiance as "Euro-trash wannabe" as another Yelper put it, to me it's always seemed to simply be couples and friends enjoying good company and sweets. Service is decent, never had a complaint. We go almost every week for an indulgent coffee and dessert and I plan on continuing the trend. Very satisfied overall and can't wait to take my father-in-law and his girlfriend (SO adorable!) here. Great for a Sunday afternoon outside by the railing, enjoying the flowers and fabulous trees in the courtyard.
(4)Antonio H.
Came here to meet a friend on a weeknight on a whim, which she suggested, and I so had to give her a high five for picking my favorite place without knowing. This is by far my favorite coffee/pastry establishment and I can't say it's because of the coffee but it's the atmosphere. I am a huge coffee drinker and though I had the Cafe Itialiano, it really wasn't the thing that put the smile on my face. It's the fact that you can order coffee with alcohol, a great slice of key lime cake, and enjoy the people around you. I can say though having the fountaining next to you after having a couple of drinks does not help when trying to stay focused on a conversation all I was thinking was "it would be so good to take a nap right now."
(5)B S.
This restaurant has some sentimental value. But I'll just leave it at that. Let me start off by saying that service is pretty lackluster at this restaurant...however...the ambience at night time makes up for everything. This is the perfect late night date spot. On our last visit we enjoyed several coffee liqueur specialties, the caprese panini, the Mediterranean pasta, and a alive of cheesecake. This restaurant is truly for the atmosphere Nd the uniqueness that is the drink menu. I don't think I'd ever come here with a group of friends...this is strictly a date spot. Maybe in the daytime that changes things....but then...where's the fun in that :)
(4)Taylor R.
This is my favorite place to hang out with my girlfriends. It has very nice atmosphere and good sweet deserts. I especially love their coffee Latte! I recommend to give it a try because you might find a new hang out place...
(4)Matt A.
I have been here once before and I did like it. This visit was not great. It toke the waiter 15 minutes to take a small order of three coffees and one crepes. We got the coffees but it took them 20 minutes to bring out crepes.
(1)Jenita B.
The meal was fantastic and my server Joshua was awesome. The gluten free cheesecake was absolutely delicious! I like the Ashford Dunwoody location much better than Midtown.The staff, minus bartender, was a bit rude and unfriendly when I visited the Midtown location. The vibe here is peaceful.
(4)Akiko I.
Came back here on my visit back to ATL in 8 years...oh the memories! I've always talked about this place to my husband and finally he understands why I love this place so much. Now, I'm biased because I have fond memories of this place all through my college years in ATL. It was a hangout for us. If someone was to have a blind date or just a date, get together, etc....this was the place. Not much has changed in 8 years except the improvements made on the patio area of the cafe. It has a hard ceiling instead of just a plastic overhead. Oh I did notice that most of the shops in that shopping area has closed...a sad reality of the current economy. * Tiramisu = OMG so delish. One of the best we've tasted. Until now, my fav was at Extraordinary desserts in San Diego but this one is equally yummy! * Tiramisu cheesecake = Very good but a little too sweet for me. If you usually go for sweeter desserts, this one is probably for you over the regular tiramisu * Oreo cheesecake = this one was very good too. Surprisingly not too sweet. * ...Bianca... = Gush, I don't remember the name but it had "bianca" in it I think. It is a latte with white chocolate and espresso....SO YUMMY Everyone ordered so many interesting drinks, I don't remember the specific names BUT we all loved it. I envy my friend who can be here all the time. My husband, who is so hard to please, especially when it comes to cafe, LOVED it. He said he would be here all the time if one existed in L.A.. * Ambiance = cozy and classy * Cafe = delish * Price = average * Cakes = YUUUUUMMMMMMM * Parking = ample
(5)Caitlin B.
Holy hell - WOW! This place is completely amazing, wonderful and orgasmic in every possible way; a girl's paradise for sure. Cakes are fab and the drinks are top notch. My son had a piece of the Oreo cheesecake and I had some sort of Nutella puffed pastry with a Nutella hot chocolate - they were all to die for!! Any excuse to come here. LOVE it!! Just wish there was one closer. I am in LOVE with this place in case you couldn't tell already.
(5)Mike A.
One of my new favorite places. Great afternoon place to meet a friend. Unbelievable drinks menu, and amazing dessert options. Beautiful patio setting. Look forward to my next visit.
(3)Katherine K.
I have to give this place a high rating just for the memories. I was here this week getting some drinks with a friend and it really made me feel homey because the place hasn't changed much since I was in high school. Same sugar cubes, desserts, low flickering candles, dark friendly ambience. The place is usually packed. It's overpriced, but what the hell. It's such a cool little cafe. The cocktails are done right! On this particular last visit, I had the strawberry martini and a seabreeze. I ordered a mandarin martini second, but it wasn't to my liking so the bartender substituted the sea breeze. I also had the red velvet which was pretty good. A bit dry, but still delicious. I've never had a bad experience here and service has always been decent if not consistently good. However, I go here very randomly. If you're looking for a nice little late night spot to get some dessert, coffee, or drinks, this is the only place to go. Amazing selections! There are also more locations throughout Atlanta? I've tried the dessert at the Buckhead location on a late night munchie run with an ex. My EMO friends smoked cigarettes and went to the Dunwoody one after their senior prom. I've hid out at this cafe for a couple of hours when I had to wait before. Random dates. Like I said, MEMORIES.
(4)Apryl E.
Cafe Intermezzo is the perfect date place. It's extremely romantic and intimate, but unfortunately very tight- especially if you're seated next to the dessert display case. I truly enjoyed my meal which was the tortellini (and some of my date's risotto....ssssshhhhh!). The glass of pinot grigio I had was the best ever. I guess I'm a weirdo because the 2 times I've had dessert there, I've been terribly UNDERwhelmed. I could have easily made that strawberry cake with strawberry frosting myself with the help of Betty Crocker. I think the desserts are overrated, but I do love the ambiance of this restaurant.
(4)Lina M.
Typical late night coffee/tea cake/small snack place. If you're really hungry this is not the place. this is the place you go after you ate, to have dessert & drinks It's good & romantic for a date, it is also great for a girls night out I've been here countless times the cakes are always fascinating! The waitress told me that most of their cakes are shipped from Italy or made upstairs. You really don't have to worry about the waiters/waitresses because even if they're super busy, when go here everyone goes to chat so while you're stuck in a deep conversation everything seems to arrive in the right time!
(4)Barbara C.
Just moved to the area and thought we'd walk to Cafe Intermezzo for an Al fresco breakfast. The place looked really great from the outsider much like a cafe you'd stop at on vacation. The menu looked great. The Latte was pretty good, the waitress, although hard to find was friendly. I had a craving for Eggs Benedict ever since I saw them featured on an episode of MasterChef, so I ordered them. The eggs were not done enough...when the egg white is still see through, it's not done enough. The potatoes it came with were cold and not really grilled....It's like they were left overs. The hollandaise sauce was disgusting. The presentation of the Eggs Benedict was also poorly done. It looked as though it had been sitting for several hours. I asked the waitress if she could bring me some more hollandaise sauce and she happily complied. It was a little tub of hollandaise incomplete with skin. My husband eggs were to his liking, but the sausage had so much pepper (and he's a pepper fan) it ruined the taste. His potatoes were part of the same batch of leftovers. We may walk up for a latte and walk back, but we won't be going back for anything to eat.
(1)Andrew C.
Visit Date: 05.01.2010 Nice place with an intimate atmosphere to order tea, coffee, or any type of coffee drink. They also have a WIDE variety of cheesecakes, about $7.50 a slice. Ordered the B-52 cheesecake and the namesake coffee drink, the Cafe Intermezzo. Both were great. They also have breakfast, lunch, and dinner items, if you're into that.
(4)Cynthia H.
Hello Mr. Olson, I am going to celebrate my bday with a few girlfriends at the Dunwoody location tomorrow. I am a really worried about the service's bad reviews. I hope you are reading the reviews posted online, about that specific location, so you could make sure that the patrons will be taken better care. The two locations that I have been to, are very lovely places, with excellent food/ gourmet coffee/drinks, but I am concerned with all the bad reviews. I have thought about going somewhere else, but again, I will give it a shot, with the hopes that after tomorrow, I will be putting up a great review...so from past experience, I will give it 5 stars today. Will be back here tomorrow...
(5)Jang C.
Before I write this review, I have to let you know that I hate cafes. So my review will be biased a bit. This place is overpriced. I don't normally drink coffee, so I order the other stuff on the menu. They are all munchkin sized portions. I guess I'm not sophisticated enough to sit down and sip my drink slowly talking about philosophy. It's good for groups and at the same time, not good for groups. They do have large tables, but you can't talk to people in your group easily. When I think of a cafe, I think of some intimate setting where you converse in intellectual discussions. Well you really can't socialize here. It's like a restaurant. Why hang out here if you can't really hang out? It's too crowded to move around, and it's too loud. Also, since this is a pretty crowded place, your service will suck. I don't think it's the fault of the servers, but they have to serve a lot of people. I would admit this place is a good date spot. The atmosphere is perfect for that. But I never took my dates here. It's so cliche. I rather take them to some hole in the wall place. I guess it's a good date spot if you are in high school or college. But I doubt it, it's too expensive for those kids.
(1)Kristie C.
Like the Buckhead location better, but fret not because the same quality and deliciousness of food is maintained here. Plus, our server was attentive and friendly. Downside? Two: 1. The lady by the dessert counter wasn't so friendly and seemed reluctant to tell us the desserts. Yes, a bit much to ask what they all are - but my boyfriend has never been, and in Buckhead when I went for the 1st time, they were more than happy to patiently go over what was in the dessert case. 2. Area was a bit deserted in the week, but seemed more alive on the weekend. The Buckhead location was bigger and more romantic, while this location seemed more cramped and just sort of dark, not really romantic.
(3)Samantha V.
My first time was here. I was hooked. I was in love. I was ready to move in and change my last name.... The guy didn't last, but Intermezzo did. There are a few locations, the downtown one has much more historic feel.. the Buckhead location is beautiful... but this one is easy to get to, easy to park, and you can always get a seat. The hummus platter is fabulous. The salads are fabulous. The soy lattes rock my happy vegan heart. Only downside... no vegan desserts. WHYYYYY?????
(4)Sergeo S.
Used to love this place, what happened? The food was tasteless and not fresh, even the coffee was watered down. The prices however reflect fine dining. They need a make over big time!!!!
(1)Pamela C.
Absolutely loved this place! I really love the ambiance here & feel that it is great for any occasion. The beautiful interior decor makes the place look cozy, romantic, & a bit upscale. There's a bar with an array of delicious cakes and cheesecakes, an extensive beverage list and food. Honestly, I've never actually eaten anything here besides the desserts. It's always been a meet up spot for my frineds and I where we can enjoy a cup of coffee and perhaps share a delicious dessert. I went with a couple of friends recently to introduce one them to this lovely spot & celebrate their bday. Now the experience I was hoping for them to get out of the evening was not quite pleasant but had a great turn around thanks to Amity of management. Let me explain by saying that our service was pretty bad and slow. It took more than 15 minutes for our coffee to come out and I had asked our server if they can put a candle or do something nice for my friend since it was their birthday. First off, they gave me a crappy excuse about how they don't do those types of things for such occasions. Now I know they must've had a bad shift or something because I've been here plenty times to celebrate a birthday or two before and the staff always seem to help and create a great time for the customer, obviously they didn't. Although this mishap occurred I still give this place 4 stars because of my passed experiences and the staff is kind and friendly.
(4)Jenny L.
THERE WAS A FULL SIZED COCKROACH IN OUR HOT CHOCOLATE. THE SIZE OF MY THUMB. Okay, now that I have your attention, I wanted to warn everyone about my experience. I am a regular at Intermezzo, especially this location. So after dinner at Maggiano's, my mom, my sister-in-law and I decided to go to Intermezzo for some dessert. We ordered two hot chocolates, a mimosa, and a sambuco cake. My mom ate all of the whipped cream off the hot chocolate first with her spoon then began to drink the hot chocolate itself. She drank more than half of her hot chocolate before realizing the disgusting cockroach floating upside down. My mom didn't even notice anything at first. I personally thought it was chocolate shaving but I was wondering why it wasn't melting. My sister-in-law found it strange and took her spoon and scooped it up. My sister-in-law and I stared at it hard for about 5 seconds before we could realize what it actually was. We both screamed out loud and she dropped the spoon back into the cup. After we told my mom what it was, my mom went to the restroom to vomit out all of what she had drank. Then it took us forever to get the attention of a host to call the manager because maybe screaming and finding bugs is normal or something.. We were all so traumatized and shaken up. And once we got the manager, things got worse. The manager refused to take responsibility and all she had said was "I didn't put it there, there's nothing I can do about it." When I asked her what the cafe's health inspection score was, she said "Um, 85... No, wait, 83." I asked her if she's the 'manager', isn't her job to 'manage' what goes on. And how did they not notice a FULL SIZED ADULT COCKROACH being poured into a mug? All she kept saying was "It already happened, and I can't do anything." ................... SERIOUSLY? "Oh, I ran someone over but it already happened, I can't do anything about it" I realize drinking cockroach juice isn't equivalent to running someone over, but as a manager she should've AT LEAST asked if there's anything she could do for us regarding the incident. The conversation got to the point where I had to ask her if she was talking back to me because of the attitude. She then brought a male manager. He comes up to us and has the audacity to ask how we would like to take care of the bill. ..................ONCE AGAIN, SERIOUSLY?! I asked him "Are you serious right now? You expect us to pay for the drinks?" And he said "Hold on." And went away for about 3 minutes. When he had returned he told us that the bill was taken care of and if we would like a gift certificate. WOULD ANYBODY IN THEIR RIGHT MIND WANT A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO WHERE THEY DRANK A COCKROACH INFUSED HOT CHOCOLATE????? First above all, we barely touched our drinks and cake by that point, my mom just drank her hot chocolate rather quickly. Second above all, the two managers handled the situation VERY POORLY. VERY VERY POORLY. Third, need I say more? I wish I told him to drink the cockroach hot chocolate and I'll pay for everyone's tab in the cafe. I repeat, it was an adult full-sized cockroach with long antennas. My mom vomited at least six times so far. And it's 3:46 A.M. but we all can't even fall asleep because we're still in shock. If the managers handled it very professionally and was genuinely concerned for my mom's health, I think it would've somewhat alleviated the situation. A simple "Are you okay?" to my mom would've acceptable. My mom needs to go to the doctor's for a check-up now, considering the amount of bacteria and filth that one cup of hot chocolate had. What I do not understand is HOW THIS HAPPENED. How did they not notice it? How did it even get poured into the cup? My sister-in-law thinks that it might've been in the chocolate syrup and they didn't notice it when they were pouring it out because of the dark color that blended in. So that means all the hot chocolates that were served tonight were all immersed by a cockroach. I just wish to warn you about my horrifying experience here so everyone can reconsider before you end up drinking cockroaches. Anyone need pictures to be persuaded? Needless to say, I have plenty and they are appalling and sickening.
(1)David C.
Intermezzo is expensive, but I always have a good time here with company. The deserts are pretty good, but the foods are kind of hit or miss. The crepes, if you've been to Paris you should know what a crepe tastes like. I didn't like the batter on the prosciutto crepe too much and the edam cheese was a bit tough. I don't recommend the crepes. But, I have only tried one here, so don't take my word for it. The grilled chicken sandwich which I had the most recent visit was good, and the waitress recommended subbing the foccacia bread bun for the normal poppyseed bun, which was a good choice. I like how they seasoned the chicken, and it was nice and crispy. I may get the Reuben next time, because it looked really good across from me. I tried Turkish coffee for my first time here, and it's a distinct flavor, and though it comes with a lot of sediment at the bottom, I enjoyed it. Comes in a small portion because it is strong. Coffee this time was good. Our waitress recommended a one with Nutella in it; I used to put Nutella in my coffee all the time at work before we stopped dripping it for customers, so I naturally went with that recommendation. The paste wasn't dissolved well, and there were a few chunks at the bottom, but I guess it's hard to dissolve everything completely. Without the Hazelnut in it, I think the coffee itself wouldn't have been too impressive. Would've liked a bit more Nutella in it. The service can be spotty, depending on who you get. The orders were slightly mixed up between two pasta dishes in my group, being that one was made spicy, when the other was suppose to be. And there was one length of time, she could've come back to refill our glasses. At the end, she did not tell us there was gratuity added on. We were only a party of four and not six, which is what I think is when they're suppose to charge gratuity, so maybe she was afraid we wouldn't have tipped her based on the slight mix-up, and added it. But, we said it was okay and tipped on top of it, because the rest of her service was good and she made it fun.
(3)Julia S.
The three stars are for the delicious cake, coffee, and tastefully romantic European vibe and decor. The lack of two stars is for the lack of our waiter's presence EVERY SINGLE TIME! Been here about four or five times and even when the restaurant is near-empty, our glasses always are empty for like, twenty minutes, until they get re-filled. Our food takes forever to come. One time when it was taking an hour for our food to come, we even complained to the manager, who was there, we got up and left because we were really annoyed and had somewhere to be anyways. I don't know why they don't change, as so many of this place's reviews complain about the bad service.
(3)Mitch R.
I love this restaurant. This is the best place for coffee and dessert. The WiFi is super slow, otherwise at least they have it. Be careful with the coffee and dessert portions though. They are a bit small. I'm very tempted to give them four stars, but I know that pricey places typically have smaller quantities.
(5)Allison B.
This is my number one destination spot for girls nights. The ambiance is cozy and classy, and the food and drinks always hit the spot. Gotta love a place with a drink menu ten times bigger than the food menu. I can't even begin to offer recommendations for drinks; it's literally whatever you're feeling that night. However, I have tried just about everything on the food menu, and I always end up going back to these winners: -Seafood Dip -Mushroom Ravioli with Pesto -Spicy Tortellini -Chicken Mango Avocado Wrap Winning Dessert: Banana Chocolate Crepes There is always a hostess standing by the dessert display case whose sole job is to rattle off all the different cakes, pies, and cheesecakes they offer. It's both impressive and depressing, when you think about it. I recommend sitting outside if possible, as inside seating can get a little cramped. Outside seating is great when it's not too hot, or in the winter when they bring down walls to keep the patio warm. If you are in a party of 2, sitting at the bar inside is a great option if it's available. In addition to girls nights, I would recommend Intermezzo for... ...dinner with parents or grandparents who will enjoy a good glass of wine with you. ...last-minute date nights. ...first dates. ...awkward introductions to your significant other's ex-girlfriend. Yeah, even those are more bearable at the Mezz. Happy munching!
(4)Spiro T.
Yes, Intermezzo has an extensive menu. That's not what makes this place unique. Ambiance and drinks are what make this place. Ambiance: VERY nice place to take a date to. Also a great place to gather with friends and spend the nights exchanging stories. Drinks: VERY inventive coffee-based alcoholic drinks that are made VERY well. They don't post their drink menu online, so you'll have to pay them a visit to experience it for yourself. I guarantee that so many drinks will appeal to you, that you'll have a tough time choosing. My advice: Skip dessert at your restaurant of choice and come to Intermezzo for Act II of your date!
(4)Nelscine e.
The atmosphere was very pleasant. Met a group of 4 other ladies there. One of the ladies was given a cup with what appeared to be dried tea leaves inside and outside of the cup. She requested another cup. The second cup had what appeared to be red lipstick on the outside and was discolored on the inside. Not good. Finally she was brought a relatively clean cup. Seems the server would have checked the second cup very closely prior to bringing it out, IJS. My mango mango tea was very fragrant and most delicious. We requested raw sugar, our server did not appear to know what it was and that they had it available. I had the Chicken Florentine which was an ample serving for the price and pretty good. Did not try any of the desserts.
(3)Ming Y.
i nvr came to have food here, but always had their specialty drinks and deserts. the place is a very mellow setting with dark lighting, a good place to go on a date, or hang out with friends, chat and social. they have both indoor and outdoor seating depends on your mood. the deserts are displayed in a show case, where you can pick and order, and of course their coffee drinks to go with it, everything taste better when you add a little booze in it, and whip cream on top. def come and try if you are in the area looking for a place to have a drink, desert and relax.
(3)Brooke B.
The first time I went to Cafe Intermezzo was on my birthday 10 years ago. So I guess this is my 10-year Intermezzo anniversary. Awww. I've been back dozens of times since then. I even went on my first date with my boyfriend at Intermezzo (it really is a great place for a first date!). The place keeps luring me back in because it really has the nicest, most European cafe style I've seen in Atlanta. And did I mention it's a fabulous place for a date? BUT. The decor is where the similarities to a nice European cafe end. No wait, the prices are also similarly high and the service is really slow. Scratch that. What's the main difference? No cafe in Europe with any pride would ever serve the sad, weak coffees this place makes. I mean, the drink menu is like 30 pages long! You'd think there would be SOME coffee drink that tastes right? Nope. I've tried 7 or 8 different lattes/cappuccinos to no avail. I don't get it. The espresso tastes fine. Why dilute it until your so-called coffee tastes like lukewarm milk? I hate to use the S-word, but... Starbucks makes better drinks for a lot cheaper. There, I said it. While I'm at it, I may as well bring up the cakes. I'd say 3 out of 4 times I've had dessert at Intermezzo, it's been delicious and decadent (especially the cheesecake - yum!). But that 1/4 of the time, the cakes have been dry and tasteless. That's pretty rough when you're paying $7 a slice. My advice is to stick with the pies and cheesecake if you're worried about crunching on stale chocolate cake. So here's my reasoning: 1 star for the cheesecake, 1 star for ambiance and 1 star for staying open late. Minus 2 stars for the drinks.
(3)Abby M.
My first visit to Cafe Intermezzo is yet another 3.5-star experience and while I had an enjoyable time and will likely return, I just cannot round my rating up to a solid 4 stars. The best aspects of my visit can be attributed to my company and the nearly-stormy summertime night which we were able to enjoy while sitting on the patio. For nearly two years now I have driven by the Cafe around two times a day, but I had never actually checked out the place; shoot, I had never been anywhere in the plaza other than McKendrick's and Alon's. I was not aware that the community had been graced with a late-night watering hole that focused on more than alcohol or cheap eats and definitely was not prepared for the setting, which was very old-world-elegance/fashion-meets-casual-trendinessÂ. It all made for a neat environment in which to chill for a little while before winding down for the night. After what seemed like a little source-uncertain confusion between the hostess and servers when we entered the Cafe, we were quickly seated at a cozy two-top next to the patio railing. The patio is a neat place to sit when the weather permits; this small outside area allows diners to feel somewhat more laid-back and the experience is further enhanced by the fact that it looks out onto the airy courtyard and walkway area that lies amongst the other restaurants and shop-fronts. Oftentimes I am not intrigued by the hip, trendy, modernized cafe/bistro restaurants, but here the atmosphere is enhanced by the placement of Cafe Intermezzo and, therefore, attracts a pretty diverse crowd of patrons. Once the sun has started to set it can be difficult to see the details of and colors in your food (I think this would apply both inside and outside), so you'll just have to rely on your other senses for your eating enjoyment. It took a little while before we got the chance to order after our waters were delivered and the food was slightly slower than I would have expected based on the number of our fellow diners and the menu items themselves, but oh well, I will just remember to stay away if I am in a hurry. The noteworthy expanse of the beverage menu really surprised me given the size of the Cafe and the food menu. These guys have a fair few wines by the bottle and glass, a reasonable number of varied beers, a giant liquor/liqueur assortment, lots of coffee drinks and a sizable tea menu, which is what we chose to take advantage of this past Wednesday night. I really like that so many specific styles of tea are represented on Cafe Intermezzo's menu and that they are all the same price per pot. In fact, this is the first and foremost reason that I look forward to revisiting; my tea game is lacking and I hope that this will provide a convenient location at which to expand my horizons. The menu is pretty standard as far as Americanized cafe-fare goes and, unfortunately, reflects the prices of a more culinary-focused establishment. Our tab ended up being just under $30, without tip, but it included no more than two teas, an egg dish and a vegetarian sandwich. Our teas were quite nice and my S.O. seemed to like his Caprese panini (a pressed sandwich of mozzarella, tomato, onion and mayo with a half-handful of potato chips). My Eggs Benedict consisted of a split English muffin with one or two super-thin slices of ham, two eggs cooked exactly like I requested them (the eggy/runnier, the better), an unseasoned hollandaise that might have been a little over-proportioned on the butter versus egg yolk and was accompanied by medium-diced breakfast potatoes with specks of colorful pepper and most likely no salt or pepper whatsoever. I try to avoid using salt if it is not already provided, thus leaving me to ask for it, but I could not enjoy my order without additional seasoning and had to break my rule and ask. Though I am not normally one to partake in heavy sweets when I go out for lunch or dinner, those treats offered at Cafe Intermezzo sound delicious and I will have to try one sometime when I just want a sweet snack or have saved enough room for dessert after dinner. I also wish I remembered our waitress' name; she was very sweet and more than helpful whenever we made any requests. I will certainly be back and in the future I will remember to order something other than savory or entree dishes.
(3)Kulbir S.
Has been a regular Saturday night coffee n desserts spot for us...always a delight to be here with a pleasant n attentive staff. A great place for delightful dessert menu that brings the extra 'aha' to weekend spirits!
(4)Michael D.
This location is not my cup o' tea. Too many miniature winged critters flying about (this is inside the restaurant, not the patio area). Health dept score was 86 last I saw. There are too many nearby places to put up with the flies buzzing about your head. But of course, your mileage may vary.
(1)Jonathan M.
A tad pricey, but this is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta! The ambience is wonderful, the servers have always been nice, the food's great, and the drinks and desserts help make any night enjoyable. Try the strawberry cheesecake!
(5)Michelle A.
Very nice service and good food.
(4)Micah W.
Great little spot for coffee, desserts, or even a late night dinner. The cafe is very cute, with a large indoor/outdoor patio area- fountains included- a small bar, and lots of little tables adorned with bowls of sugar cubes and candles. A great spot for girls night or a date. Open until 2am on weekends, means it can satisfy those late night sugar cravings or serve as a secondary location to your evening. The food is good, they have quite an eclectic and somewhat large menu, which I am usually wary of. However, they seem to make everything fresh and everything I have tried has been good. And although their food is good, you really come here for the desserts and coffee and/or drinks. They have a huge- and I mean really extensive- drink menu, which includes descriptions of everything, great for those of us who have no idea what comes in an Old Fashioned or a Tom Collins. In addition, they have gourmet coffees, many of which include liquors. And then there are the desserts. Amazing, beautiful, and oh so yummy cakes, cheesecakes, pies, and tarts. You go to the case located at the bar to look at the fresh creations and tell them which you would like. There is always a server or bartender there to tell you which each is and give recommendations. And all of them are delicious. Service is decent, the service at the dessert counter is best, table service could definitely be better. But the atmosphere and dessert/coffee/drink/food offerings make for a truly enjoyable experience.
(4)Chris C.
I went there for the 1st time and at first glance cool. However you can't be sure you'll get what you order. I ordered a decaf coffee, because of health reasons no caffeine for me and I'm positive I got regular coffee. I didn't know as I was drinking it but 10 min after I finished it I knew immediately. When you can't drink caffeine and you mistakenly do, you know it immediately. So thanks Cafe Intermezzo for keeping me awake all night, having wait staff that doesn't listen, and potentially affecting my health.
(1)Pample M.
This is my favorite brunch spot around town. The decor inside is so adorable, and their french toast and crepes never fail me. it's a great romantic spot, or a cute place for a coffee date
(4)Jeremy H.
This place has amazon deserts and an extremely thorough coffee/beverage menu. The problem is the service! I have been here a lot and the service is always SLOW. Perhaps, if I could enjoy a nice cigar with my cup of joe, the hour it takes to actually have a cup of coffee wouldn't be so bad.
(3)Emilie D.
Great desserts and hot chocolate, and a huge selection of both! They have really good cakes or all kinds, crepes, delicious sorbet served in frozen fruit, and gigantic mugs of hot chocolate with all sorts of flavors added. The restaurant has a European feel, and it's dark and candlelit. Also, they will allow you to reserve parts for special events if you commit to spending a certain amount (it was about $50 for what I was looking at).
(5)Luan N.
This is a perfect after hours place, say after a night at the Punchline or after dinner. When you get to the cake display, you salivate even more than Pavlov's dog. The mysterious woman behind the counter even seduced me by saying some of the cakes were sent over nite from Italy. I really like this place for the ambiance and for being a great late night option opposed to going to a bar or lounge. But, I have to admit, I don't know if the prices of the cakes are justified after sampling at least 10 of their cakes. I guess I'm paying for the fed ex shipping from the Kroger/Jewel Osco of Italy. J/K, that's a bit harsh. I even prefer the Cheesecake Factory cheesecakes over Intermezzo's cheesecakes. I think so far, the berry tart was my favorite from here. But, I don't think any of the cakes were amazingly amazing. I miss the environment more so than the cakes.
(3)Kristin B.
"Thanks for the memory Of things I can't forget Journeys on a jet Our wond'rous week in Martinique And Vegas and roulette..." Few places OTP can actually make me feel thousands of miles away from Atlanta, or even the United States. But Cafe Intermezzo, with its late night hours and chic bistro decoration, is more likely to remind you of espresso in a Venetian square or apple strudel in a coffeehouse in Munich than the stomping grounds of the "Real House Wives of Atlanta." The drink menu is frighteningly long, and the impressive dessert cases can sometimes lead to ordering envy. And that of course is if you can flag down your server to order from. Out of the dozens of times I've been to Intermezzo, I think I've only had adequate or above service one time. Meager and wilted appetizers and entrees are very overpriced. But I will continue to come to Intermezzo mainly for the memories. Late night visits to Intermezzo have become a regular part of summers in the burbs. Birthday celebrations, reunions, going away parties, so many of these occasions have been accompanied by a slice of warmed Derby Pie (a must try) and a french press of coffee. Somehow, the bad service isn't a nuisance when you're surrounded by half a dozen of your closest friends. So don't be scared away by the long waits and somewhat overpriced food. Instead, come and savor everything: time with people you enjoy and desserts that cost more than your alcoholic beverage. Yum.
(3)Ashley P.
LOVE. THIS. PLACE. I've come here on multiple occasions and gotten the most superior service. I'm a huge fan of the various cheesecake and hot chocolates they serve. The hostesses and bartenders are really knowledgeable and a ball of fun! Plus there is a 50% off of $10 deal on halfoffdepot.com for this and the Buckhead location. YES!!!
(5)Rick F.
What a find! European style cafe, restaurant and bakery. They did a great job with the design! I've never seen a larger selection of tea's! Served the traditional European way with the appropriate cups, saucers etc. The food is great, homemade style! I had the 3 cheese grilled cheese sandwich with a cream of tomato soup! The soup was great, the cheese sandwich left much to be desired! Everyone else loved the food! The dessert is really the reason to come here, unbelievable! Great date place!
(4)Tim B.
Service is really slow and inattentive, especially when they know they'll get a 18% tip regardless because we had 6 people in our group.
(2)Hayley C.
I must first say, if this Intermezzo location is the only one you have been to, PLEASE try the location on Peachtree Street before you make a real decision about Cafe Intermezzo. Now with that out of the way, I can start my rant! I must say I have never had bad food or drink at Intermezzo, but the service at this particular location is horrible. BEYOND horrible actually!! I have been here four times and every time I go, I want to shoot myself in the foot for not going to the Peachtree Street location instead!! The only plus side to this location is the parking. I like the valet. Other than that, do not go here! The staff is rude and do not care. Here is an example of one of my experiences here: I came here with a few of my girlfriends (two of them had never been to Cafe Intermezzo!) and I brought a coupon from Half Off Depot. The coupon was on my phone, on the Half Off Depot app. NO where on my coupon did it say it needed to be printed out. (I've used quite a few few HOD/Groupon/etc coupons around the city via my phone before) I notified the waitress before we even ordered and she said it would be no problem. One of the girls at my table was on a budget, so I was letting her use the coupon so she could get a nice dish. So we ordered, and that was probably the last time we really got a good look at our waitress. It took forever to get our drinks. They were never refilled. Our food came out at very weird times. I was finished with my food before another party member even got their food!! The whole process takes forever, and we start worrying about the time. We had a movie to catch, and thought we had all the time in the world! But thanks to the customer-no-service, we waited to try and get our check FOREVER. I let the waitress know who is getting the discount. She then says we need it printed out (wait.. what?!). I ask to speak to a manger. I explain to him that we had been told at the beginning that this was ok. The manager does nothing to help us. He quick with his words and act like we are taking up his valuable time. I even ask if HE can print it out in the office just this once. But no, nothing. Just too bad for us! Since we are in a rush now, thanks to the slow service, I just let it go. (I let my friend borrow money since she had planned her meal around the coupon) When we finally flag down our waitress (or any staff! Where the hell was all the staff? Party in the back room??) to try and get to-go boxes, it takes again, FOREVER, for us to get our cards back. It was so embarrassing since I had raved over and over about Intermezzo. This location is such a shame. I hope they do a major overhaul, on staff AND management!
(1)Mike Y.
I can see that many people have a love hate relationship with this place. I'll be honest...I'm not a fan of sitting inside or outside their restaurant. On busy nights there are too many douchey people hanging around and their coffee drinks are mediocre. What I DO LOVE is the fact you can get their desserts To-Go. I like being able to head home with a tiramisu in hand. It calms my girlfriend down which is always good. I admit some of their desserts are just meh... It's a chill place on weekdays and it's close to home. i don't know if I would travel far to go there though...And the parking always sucks!!!
(4)Matt G.
I had not been to Cafe Intermezzo Dunwoody in a very long time and had a blind date there last night. I thought the atmosphere of the place was wonderful. The food and service were very good, we had appetizers, tea and wine. Now that I've become re-acquainted with Cafe Intermezzo I will be returning with friends.
(4)Tanya B.
I had a great experience here last night. We arrived around 10:30 pm on a Saturday night and the wait was about 20 minutes (we were told). We were seated after about 15 minutes. The area where we were seated towards the back was very dimly lit, which made reading the "out of control" drink menu difficult. The drink menu is too large, so I just put the beast down and improvised. I told the waiter what I had a taste for and he made a suggestion. The drink turned out great - a hazelnut, soy, liqueur, coffee concoction. My dessert was a fudge-y cake with cream cheesy frosting and it was fantastic - moist, not too fudge-y and very fresh tasting. I love Intermezzo! The only downside - the bathroom could have used some help. My only guess is that the staff was too busy promptly serving patrons to keep the bathrooms pristine. That said, if the bathroom had been better, I may have been motivated to rate this as five stars. Also, similar to what other posters have said, do not come here to actually eat a meal. This place is a dessert/coffee/cafe spot. It's a great date spot. Go to other places in the area for dinner and then come back to Intermezzo to finish off the evening.
(4)Megan C.
Ug, another night at Cafe Intermezzo? Really? With their huge selection of mediocre desserts and Cheesecake Factoryesque drink menu I have never found this place impressive. Not that I haven't tried. The first time I walked into this place I saw beautiful decor, lovely desserts and a very extensive drink menu. What more could a girl want? Well, that question was quickly answered by the poor service, average but high priced drinks and the mediocre food. The first time I came here, I thumbed through the drink menu and decided to ask the waiter about some of the more popular drinks. He told me he didn't drink and didn't know. I asked what he frequently sells and he said to me again, "I don't drink, I don't know. I mostly smoke pot." WHAT?!?!?! That pot OBVIOUSLY made you RETARDED. I have tried this place multiple times, I love the ambiance- I keep thinking I will find SOMETHING I like. I have tried the cake, it is never worth the calories, and every drink I have had has been a disappointment. What a waste! This place could be awesome, too bad it blows. I had a friend coming in on a late flight, and with this location being very close to my house and open, we decided to hit the place for a few cocktails. Well, they were actually alright this time. We probably should have just paid the bill and left it at that. But NO, we decided to order the $16 ARTISAN cheese plate. What came out? Well, a cheese plate, with PEPPER JACK, DERBY CHEESE and SMOKED GOUDA (the publix special). This is described on the menu as 3 artisanal cheeses served chilled with an assortment of breads. For definition of ARTISAN see below. "An artisan (from Italian: artigiano) is a skilled manual worker who makes items that may be functional or strictly decorative, including furniture, clothing, jewelry, household items, and tools. The term can also be used as an adjective to refer to the craft of hand making food products, such as bread, beverages and CHEESE." This cheese was not hand made or high quality, and wasn't made anywhere special. It was most likely picked up from the publix deli. Its fine if you want to sell smoked gouda and pepperjack, but don't sell it for $16 and make me think I am going to get some high quality local cheese! Anyway, the service wasn't stellar either, we had to flag the waitress down for any drink refills and for our check. I guess since we were catching up we didn't notice the service too much, but the food was, as always, a total dissapointment. Probably won't be back soon!
(2)David B.
Went here last weekend with a couple friends for dessert and coffee in the late afternoon. The location is nice, near my home as well. We didn't wait long at all to get water at our table, and the server was very friendly. I've been to the location on Peachtree and by far this location is MUCH nicer. I enjoyed the Caffe Bach and an ENORMOUS slice of the white chocolate amaretto cheesecake. My friends had the orange and chocolate sorbet. Very interesting presentation, the chocolate was served in a cocoa pod and the orange was in an orange "shell" (the fruit was removed to leave the skin behind). My only disappointment, the coffee is a bit steep for such a tiny serving. And the fact that it came in a dainty glass coffeecup with very little semblance of a grip to it, my big mitts had to just grab it like a beercan to even take a sip. If you're there just for dessert/coffee it's worth it, but from the people sitting around me who actually ordered food, the servings were miniscule at best for what I saw on the menu for the price.
(3)Ravi B.
Our service sucked! First he didn't give us time to decide what to drink. We finally chose something on the spot because he kept coming back every 30 seconds for about 3 minutes ("what do you want???") He couldn't even recommend a drink. The hot chocolate tasted like hot milk with not enough chocolate chips. I always go to intermezzo in Midtown Atlanta and their hot chocolate is amazing. We waited 20 minutes to order and we see our server saying hi to friends and walking around but not seeing if we're ok or what our order is. Finally after asking for him as he walks by he got us new hot chocolate but still didn't take care our order. The hot chocolate ended up having toooo much chocolate. Then he didn't even ask if the drink was ok. When i went to go order cake there was no one helping explain about the cakes like in Midtown. Later on, the manager came and he was really nice. I have to give him an excellent rating, but our server sucked. When we got our food the server never asked us if we're ok or need anything. My salad sucked. My cousin's tortellini was good though. Look at me finding the silver lining lol. When we were leaving, our server never even acknowledged us or said thank you or anything.
(1)Lyndsay K.
I can't believe I recently suggested to a date that we go to this totally cliche' date place. My rationale? They're open late enough to make that date continue and they have liquor. 'Nuff said. I ordered my usual for this cliche' date place I've been 1000 times - the Cafe Suss Nuss. Yummy as always. Can't remember what Date had, but it doesn't matter since I paid. Right? Right. A teensy bit better than its sister Buckhead location, but only because it didn't feel as "date-y" as the other. Alas, not somewhere I'd go often, but ok for a late-night date you aren't ready to end.
(3)Chuan S.
Me and the wife are fans of intermezzo for dessert and drinks rather than their full menu. The selection of cakes and other dessert is always pretty good, really wide selection of teas, coffees, mixed drinks and wines. Which means it's often a better choice for dessert after a meal than what the restarant can offer. Worth the trip after dinner for sweet-stuff. They're open Late and on Sundays which adds to the plus points. Once the diets are over we'll be back
(4)Amanda J.
I've been here twice with family. We've tried coming here to eat three times but the parking lot was full so we left. It's right across from Perimeter so it actually doesn't matter when you come, the traffic and parking is always a bitch. Best to have another place in mind just in case. First, let me just say that I want to like this place, I really do. I love the style, the mirrors, the patio the amazing cakes and pies, the fun and looooooooooong drink list. But for all the neat things this place offers there's forgetful waitresses, over priced fruit platters, and non crepe entrees that are only meh. A word of advice? Don't eat inside the restaurant during warm weather. They don't keep the A/C up and if you request it to be turned up they'll let you know they don't have control over the thermostat. Yeah okay.... Pasta dishes are boring and not worth the trip. Fruit platter appetizer is a handful of fruit. Not worth the money. The bread and olive oil appetizer is flavorless. Better use the butter. Artichoke and spinach crepe wasn't a hit. The pumpkin cake was amazing. The frosting was fantastic! I could feel my teeth rotting out of my mouth. Those goat cheese medallions are yummy. The drink with strawberries, lemonade and almond was nice. Stop by after dinner to eat a slice of cake and have a fun drink but don't come here for dinner.
(3)Bailey B.
I am a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo concept and of their stores. After shopping with my wife and generally having a fun Suday afternoon, we decided impulsively to leave the cats to their own devices for another couple of hours and make a romantic late afternoon/early evening at the perimeter location of Cafe Intermezzo. Service was attentive and patient, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the unleaded Champagne was definetely the best alcohol-free booze I've ever had. We knocked off the whole bottle, and a couple of coffees, too! The word "Intermezzo" is Italian for intermission, as during a concert or play. Cafe Intermezzo does a great job of providing a classy, intimate, romantic setting for those moments when you need an "Intermezzo" from the grind.
(4)Vanessa R.
Came here a few nights ago for the first time. The service was great. If you are looking for a full menu of food this may not be your place. However the salads are great and the teas are perfect. Also they have a awesome drink menu. I'm officially a fan.
(4)Liz H.
This location is more classy and elegant than the Peachtree one because of the decorations and tables. I sat outside under some roof, and the tables were black and hollow in some place with some flower design. I remember two things about this place: it's tucked away in the plaza, and they let us stay half an hour past closing time. Great place to meet up and talk, or I can see this place used for dates. Even late at night, I saw several professionally dressed people.
(3)Mike M.
my high school hang out. too many good memories to recount. my rating is biased - out of all the years i have hung out here, i have only drank black coffee. but the atmosphere and memories are 6 stars. viva la intermezzo.
(5)Mick D.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for a date or an after-show conversation and consume enough sugar to knock down a horse. The savory menu is good, but make sure you get the tour of the dessert cabinets. Service is sometimes spotty, which is the only reason I give this Atlanta fixture three stars instead of four.
(3)Helmut B.
It is visually very exciting, the crowd, the ersatz ambiance, the display case of European inspired cakes and desserts. All looks very promising. The service can be spotty and on more then one occasion the wait person did not speak English well. While I appreciate foreign exchange programs and even work release programs - I feel rudimentary training is in order. Some of the desserts I have sampled are good, while others seem to be extruded from a uni- flavored dessert machine that only changes the form and decorative presentation of a given item.
(2)Amrita J.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place regardless of what time of the day it is. It's a great place to stop by during the day to grab a bit to eat or some coffee/dessert, as well as a nice romantic place to go on a date, or if you're just trying to have a low-key night with friends. The coffee and desserts are great. Every time I go the drink menu overwhelms me a bit though, because it's seriously like a novel that you have 5 minutes to read before your server comes back around and asks you what it is that you want to drink! ;) I don't eat there much, but have had a few of their paninis/wraps, which are pretty good also. Can't go wrong with this place!
(4)Sanjay D.
3 out of 4 members of my family were violently sick straight after eating here. Looking back now the food was only just warm when we got it. My wife sent an email to them and we heard back instantly from ..... their lawyers (who were just fact gathering), but never from the cafe. There was something very wrong about how this place operates. My experience was from last year but just got to making comment now.
(1)Leah D.
Who cares about the service when there is so much CHOCOLATE!!! I don't know why Saturday was my first time here. If you have a sweet tooth or if you love coffee drinks with liquor this is your place. The place was packed but it only took about 5 minutes to get a table for 6. The service was not the best but like I said who cares. Just sit down and stuff your cake hole!
(5)David S.
You have to go here at least once, it is like someone crossed Starbucks with Panera and then added kitsch European old charm. This must be one of the largest selections of liquid refreshment I have ever seen, if they don't have it you probably shouldn't drink it anyway.
(4)Katrina D.
First off, I love Cafe Intermezzo. Why the two stars you ask?! This location- not so much. Although the decor and patio are very nice, the service is horrible!! It took my GF Laura and I like 10 minutes to get waited on, and then another 10 to get our wine. We sat outside where the two person tables are small and our table was never "pre-bussed..." Come on now! We ordered the Baby Baked Brie- it arrived about 15 minutes later. Really?!.. Because how is that feasible? It is freaking cheese!!!!!! We split the Seafood Risotto because neither of us were famished (I had already done a lot of munching that day). It was edible, but the Risotto seemed like it may have been out of a box of "The San Fransisco Treat." Typically I get dessert here although on this particular occasion we skipped (and, it is relevant to add, I go to the Buckhead location which is the one I will continue to go to as it is much better in my opinion). Definitely indulge in dessert though... It is pretty remarkable how knowledgeable the staff (who stand by the cakes) are regarding the desserts... They know everything about every cake, pie, etc. offered. Also, I have tried various desserts here and they are all scrumptious! (If you are on a diet, well, then split it!). All in all, I like Cafe Intermezzo. Perimeter Intermezzo is lacking however. While beautiful, the service is not good. If you must go to this location, still do it... I still recommend the Intermezzo for a date... Cool place! *2.5 stars, if the service was not horrible, I would have given 4*
(2)Sarah C.
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! been coming here since high school, it's one of my old standbys..they have a great breakfast menu, cheese plates and every kind of coffee in the world! great place for caffeine addicts!!
(5)J D.
The service isn't always good. In fact, sometimes it's absolutely horrendous. The food and coffee IS consistently good so I come back for brunch every once in a while. The Eggs Florentine and most of the savory crepes are my go-tos and are fabulous. The french toast is a brioche style and it yummy as well. It always takes a long time to get our food so it's a good place for a long brunch on a Sunday- you know, the kind when you really want to just relax and catch up with an old friend or something. Because seriously, I'm not sure how long it takes to put some spinach and poached eggs on a croissant, but apparently a while. Even when it's empty for brunch on Sundays when I usually come. I've never gone on a week night - it's funny to hear other reviewers say it's lively because it's always dead when I go which I love! Their coffee and tea list is extensive (as is the Scotch list) and like I said, the coffee is good. And the Banana Nutella crepe is worth splitting. But yeah, $30 later, it's no Waffle House. It is what it is, people. Horribly slow service, but I keep coming back. :)
(3)Tine S.
Hubby and I visited this location relatively late at night on a Saturday. We chose this location because we didn't want to deal with the parking issue and the crazy lengthy wait at the location in town. We were able to find a parking spot relatively quickly, and was seated immediately. Service was great-the waitress was very nice, my chicken panini was great, and my wine glass was brought to me promptly. As a matter of fact, we got our food in about 10 minutes-which is a first for me at Intermezzo. (Granted, it WAS 11:30 at night, but still, lol...) I had the NY style cheesecake for dessert, and I wasn't impressed. I'll try something else next time. Would I visit again? Yes. Definitely a great place to go and spend some QT with a significant other.
(4)Scott C.
Three friends celebrating our birthdays this week. We had a crappy lunch at Twisted Taco so we decided to stop by Cafe Intermezzo and bring dessert back to the office. The desert was good, but $8.40 for a slice of pie? Come on. For that price you should at least use a greener alternative for to go packaging. Service was just so so.
(2)Laura L.
I really don't get it why this place only has 3 stars. Cafe has incredible desserts and are always offering something new in that inticing case. They have a very expansive tea, coffee, and drink menu. This place is perfect for late night or post dinner, the ambiance makes you feel like you're in Europe, not Dunwoody. Give it a try, I've been here countless times and it will always be my go-to dessert place.
(5)Gleni J.
Last night was my first time there. After eating dinner, me and my bf decided on drinks and dessert. Well it is a nice looking place but it was way too overcrowded and cramped. When I sat down, the lady behind me gave me a ugly look. Sorry that there isn't room for both of us but golly work with it people. Our server was very nice and attentive and the coffee and dessert was very good. Why two stars off? Well I felt I didn't get enough coffee for my Buck. It was a small cup I could finish in two sips but I was babysitting it so I can have it with my dessert which took awhile, and by that time it was cold...hotter coffee next time. And one of the hostess describing the desserts I thought was a little nonchalant and rude. I told her it was my first time there and she just stared. When I asked her what was what she just described it really dull and not too descriptive and kept it short. Even when trying to engage more about the dessert in question she didn't really care to pay attention...so much for the 'dessert tour'. But besides that it was an okay place. I don't plan on ordering food but to keep it as a late night coffee and dessert place i'll frequent it. Extensive list of drinks and the cakes and cheesecakes look really good, but I kept it simple with carrot cake. I'll try different cakes next time I go back. When going there make sure you don't have anything else to do after....
(3)Lee G.
"Our waitress said you could give us a tour of the desserts", I said to the guy at the dessert counter. "Point to something and I'll tell you what it is." Wow, some tour. "OK, what is this?" "Pecan......" "WHAT? I can't hear you." So goes our tour of the dessert selection. When our waitress told us to just go and ask for the tour, I expected just that, a tour... An explanation of their decadent offerings, maybe a story behind them and a recommendation. Instead I got a halfass quick answer I could hardly hear over the roar of the Saturday night crowd. Here's how the rest of our visit went... Coffee drinks - Best thing going here. My wife raved about her coffee and my cappuccino was delicious. Far better than anything from that Seattle outfit. Decor - Also nice. Beautiful place, European style and all. Crowd - Seriously busy on a Saturday night with hip Gen-Y types. Parking is a challenge. Did a few laps around this place before I found a spot. Inside it was like a rock concert. Other reviewers use the word 'intimate'. Maybe during the week but certainly not last night. I had trouble hearing my wife from across the table. Service - Our waitress was nice but a little slow. Then there is the aforementioned dessert bar dude. A post-it note would have been more helpful than this guy. Desserts - I ordered tiramisu and my wife a pecan torte with bourbon sauce. My tiramisu had no coffee taste, and the pecan torte no bourbon. They were beautiful to look at but were rather empty in taste. Very forgettable and not worth the price tag at all. Overall, I wasn't very impressed. A smaller crowd would improve the experience a lot. But given how popular they are, I doubt you'll find this place empty.
(2)Candice T.
Its a mid-upscale dimly lit, European style cafe that really redefines the word "cafe" (in Atlanta) This place has to have the BIGGEST drink menu I've ever seen in my life! Not just alcohol either. Coffees, beers, cocktails, non-alcoholic cocktails, you name it they got it! (literally) The drinks are pricey but they are pretty good. I've been here more times than I can remember and each time is the same. The service is one step above horrible, the ambiance is one step above wonderful! The desserts are to die for! Instead of a dessert menu they are all on display and definitely drool-worthy. I try different ones each time and I'm never disappointed. I wish I could say the same for the food. Although, I won't hold it against them because it's clear that food is the least of their concerns. Perfect for dates, hanging with friends, after movie coffee or drinks or just conversation in general. Stays open late as well which is a rare-find in the Dunwoody/Perimeter area.
(4)Fiona N.
I really like this place for their cheesecake and drinks. They have a wide variety of amazing cheesecakes and a long, long, long list of all kind of drinks. I especially love their tea and coffee. They are all amazing and tasty. It does have an European feel to it, that I love. I just hate that it is always crowded and there's no good place to sit, without annoying people. In the evening, the place is so dark. It is good if you go on a date, because it kind of has a romantic sphere.
(4)R G.
Mixed feelings on this place. I like the ambience and extensive coffee menu. Overpriced? Yes. Worth it if you enjoy the ambience? Sure. But definitely stick with coffee and dessert. Last time I went was the first time I've tried the regular menu and I was very unimpressed. We wanted a light lunch, and boy did we get it for a not so light price. A grilled cheese sandwich should actually contain SOME cheese. The chili was so so.
(3)Samuel L.
OK, I have been to 2 different intermezzos and here is my take on the one in dunwoody. I like the idea, but i don't like the place. There always seems to be some sort of temperature problem in the place for me, usually way too hot. I ordered a limoncello here once, and they brought it to me not in a cordial glass, but in a rocks glass with ice. Now, i don't usually give a shit what someone serves my drink in, even fine wine, but this completely ruins the entire drink. It was watered down lemon-sugar by the time it got to me, i guess the ice was what i really had an issue with it. But seriously, you are supposed to be some euro-style cafe, get your shit straight. Other than that, the desserts have been ok, and the service has been ok. so, this place doesn't get a "won't go back tag", but it's not on the top of the list for a drink and dessert.
(3)Anthony P.
This is THE place to go for drinks and dessert after a meal. Or to take a midday coffee, tea, break European style, with a slice of a sweet and maybe even a liquor. The ambience is very European as well. Just don't expect quick service. Take a look at the hundreds of different coffee drinks on the coffee menu! Or the hundreds of liquors! Enjoy!
(4)Jefferson P.
This place has good Hot Chocolate and good deserts. The atmosphere is very nice and upscale, which yes does bring out the self righteous aholes. The wait staff isn't anything impressive and take forever to do anything but that's apart of the fvibe of this place. Bottom line is this is a nice place to sit around with friends, co-workers, girlfriends, laptops, or books and just take it very slow and relaxed with some good desert food and nice drinks.
(4)Rebecca W.
I love Cafe intermezzo as a place to meet friends for drinks that is laid back and not super flashy. I would definitely recommend this location over the Buckhead location because the Buckhead location has a more snooty crowd while the Perimeter location is more laid back. The hot chocolate is delicious, and the desert wines are great, but the glasses are VERY small!
(4)tiffany w.
ok, my waiter was SUPER awkward and completely MIA...but i go here after having dinner somewhere else ( i never had the actual food here) let me tell you. their cheesecakes ( i always get the tiramisu cheesecake) is to dieeee for!!! it is pretty expensive ( 8$ for a slice) but the size of the slice is pretty decent. I once drove 45 minutes here just for their cheesecake one night.. haha!! you have to try this place!! oh, and the interior decor is super cute at night!!
(4)Jessica R.
Perfect place to go for an after dinner drink or coffee. 11pm on a Saturday night and it was packed. Service was slow. Drink menu is HUGE. 2 full display cases of different desserts. Intimate setting. Would go back at a time when it is less crowded.
(3)AM P.
I am from NJ and my brother lives down near Atlanta, GA. When I visited him last week he and his friends took me here. I was pleased that a place like this was open so late at night (we were there after 10pm) and that it served alcohol in addition to coffee and dessert. When we got there I was more pleased that they served food so I ordered a tuna melt. Our order took a bit longer than I had wanted (I attributed this to having been from the NJ/NY area where service is quick) so I didn't make a fuss. At first they brought out a cheese dip which we DID NOT order and then after everyone had received their proper order I realized they were never coming out with my tuna melt. I asked our waiter, who informed us he took over our original waitress, what had happened. He apologized then finally came out with a cold tuna sandwich. By this time everyone was done with their food and drinks. I informed the waiter I had actually ordered a tuna melt and told him that I didn't want the cold tuna sandwich and that he didn't have to bring out my tuna melt and to just forget the order all together. By this time it was almost midnight. The manager, who was very nice, apologized and informed me that if I wanted my tuna melt that he would have it wrapped and it would be of no charge. When we finally got the bill, we were charged not only for the tuna melt, but also for the cheese dip which again we DID NOT order. Finally after even more time, the manager finally corrected the bill and gave us each a $10 gift certificate. The next night we decided to go back and use our gift certificates. My brother's friend had ordered a $4.00 coffee and used her $10 gift certificate. The waitress never gave her change. She asked the waitress why this was and she replied, "You need to use the whole gift certificate." My brother's friend had been contemplating getting one of her friends a gift certificate to this place for her birthday. Finally she asked, "So if I give my friend a $50 gift certificate from this place, she has to use the WHOLE $50 in one shot?!" The waitress replied, "Yes." Needless to say, she never bought her friend a gift certificate... Unfortunately, I really wanted to love this place, but there are just too many little things wrong with the service that I don't think I will go back when I visit my brother. Nor do I think my brother and his friends will return...
(2)Megan F.
okkkaaaayyy. i had a weird experience here. i went for my first time the other night and it was okay. i started off with the turkey and brie crepe. it was the strangest thing ever. that was un like any turkey i have ever tasted in my life... and not in a good way... in a bizarre way. so i kind of brushed it off. then me and my friends went over to the dessert bar and picked out our little dessert and a cup of hot chocolate. the dessert was yummy but it was the same price as my dinner! i thought that was a little crazy for a little slice of pie. so from now on i will either go for just dessert or i will try something else on their menu. also dont go there if you have to be somewhere later. the service was very slow. we waited 15 minutes before someone came to our table. so thats my story :)
(3)Sarah E.
It's hard for me to review Cafe Intermezzo objectively, because it was one of my very earliest hangouts. I grew up in Dunwoody, and when I was in high school, I thought it was the height of cool to hang there with my friends and look bored while sipping coffee. In all fairness, I think the atmosphere at the midtown location is significantly better than that of the Dunwoody one. But at either place, you have to be prepared for slow (or absent) service, and sometimes a trendier-than-thou attitude from the waitstaff. The good things about Intermezzo (besides my loving teenage memories) are that the coffee beverages are yummy and so are the desserts. There's a pretty astounding variety in that dessert case to boot. The bad things about Intermezzo are the service and, even worse, the food. It's not just that the food selection is limited. It's not even how pricey the food is (and boy howdy, let me tell you that it's pretty pricey for what you get). It's the fact that the food is just not good. Don't order it. Do not come to Intermezzo expecting a quality meal. Come expecting a nice dessert and coffee experience. As long as you're not in a hurry, it's probably worth it.
(3)Cynthia S.
Several years ago, I met a business associate at Cafe Intermezzo and was very pleased with both the service and the quality of the food. I'm sad to say that as of today, this is no longer the case. Our server was pleasant, but it took far too long for our food to come. When it did arrive, the hot chocolate was bitter & watery, the fish tasted dirty, the vegetables had been steamed to death, and the cake was so old and stale tasted like it had been sitting uncovered on the counter for days. The only reason it gets two stars us that the server was so nice. Otherwise, it would have only gotten one.
(2)Tu-van L.
A really cute and trendy dessert/cafe/bar/lounge spot not far from Perimeter Mall. Their coffee drinks were well-made and plentiful while their desserts are amazing. While my husband and I shared this delicious black and white chocolate cake, my mom and aunt's ebony and ivory white and milk chocolate cheesecake was AMAZING! If I weren't with my mom I would've ordered another slice. Nice yet noisy French cafe like ambiance with candlelight and dark paneled wood walls and furniture. Don't understand why you have to have your dessert order dictated by an dessert attendant and bring your order back to your table for your waitress.
(4)Peter Y.
I can't quite put my finger on it but there's something very familiar about Cafe Intermezzo. Maybe I've been here in a past life...who knows. What I do know is, this place is a nice spot to hang out and get dessert. And recently, it's been my go to spot to finish a date. Surprisingly, their drink menu is as extensive as Brickstore's beer menu. They've got all kinds of teas, coffees, alcohol and desserts. They're also open pretty late which is good for night owls like me.
(3)Deirdre O.
Dessert is my favorite meal. So no surprise that I was going to check this place out. Its opened late, there are tons of yummy things to choose from and the ambiance is oh so inviting. I went on a Friday night after having a very satisfying dinner with friends. They mentioned dessert, so I had to not deny myself the oppurtunity to have some. I shared a slice of red velvet. It was all that I expected it to be; moist, intensely delightful and the icing just creamy smooth and perfect.
(5)Shauna R.
Didn't try much on the menu but loved the outdoor patio going on. Nice and relaxing and the waitress was very nice but a bit unhelpful with the wine selections. The drink menu was quite extensive but the food was a bit overpriced in my opinion for some place that is considered more of a cafe type. I gave it 3 stars since I only had their house salads and drinks. The bartender must have been new since the drinks were either watered down, or too much cheap liquor being used. Don't order their pomegranate martinis. They taste HORRIBLE. Go to Wildfire, they KNOW HOW TO MAKE THEM. Liked the ambience, but that's about it.
(2)Bryan B.
A great and unique place among the boring drudgery of the Atlanta cliche restaurant scene. Food is good, but what you come here for is an unmatched coffee menu, great desserts, and its night owl-friendly hours. A great place to take a date after dinner.
(4)Dustin W.
I really can't believe I've driven past this place for so many years in Buckhead and not been the least bit interested in stopping in. After a long dinner with a friend in Dunwoody and blabbing on the phone I finally joined the group. Cocktail on the table and a slice of velvet cake that was to die for. I literally could have died and would be a happy man. Only weird thing that happened was some girl following me to the bathroom and looking me up down like I was a piece a meat.
(4)Bryan L.
Fun spot to hit up on the late night, Very dark and cozy They have a huge drink book with plenty of non-alcoholic alternatives. They also have a big assortment of desserts to go along with your coffee. They have food too but never really looked at the menu. This is my coffee/cake before bed spoT.
(3)Jessica C.
I kept going to Intermezzo, hoping one time I'd finally be WOWed. Last night I realized that will never happen. I think I've been there about 7 or 8 times now and the service is consistently bad. They're friendly enough, but it took at least 30 minutes for someone to come to our table so that we could ask for water. Then we had to ask for it three more times before we got it, about an hour total after we sat down. There was a lot of miscommunication going on between the manager and our server - they each brought the drink I had ordered, but I'd only ordered one. Here's a guide to surviving Intermezzo, because it really is a gorgeous ambience: 1. Ask the person seating you to arrange for water for the table 2. Try to pick what drink you want to order before the water arrives 3. Speak slowly, politely, and enunciate your order because they often do not write orders down and have to come back to ask you again. 4. Don't order food or have anywhere to be in a hurry. 5. Enjoy the scenery and how good your friends look in the beautiful lighting!
(2)Eve E.
The service is super slow. I went in to order a take out dessert. I had a coupon but I had to wait for the manager to prove it so I can use it. When I was waiting for him, I tried to pick the cake I want and there was nobody can help. Finally the manager can and told me I can use the coupon and he left. After I pick the cake, I was told the manager has to process my payment because I use a coupon. And then there was the long long wait. It was 1am on a weekday with more than half the restaurant empty. I had my friends waited for a long time at my place for some "quick" dessert.
(1)Chris A.
4 Stars for their desserts and coffee drinks. 2 Stars for their lunch. Great place to after dinner dessert or place to bring a date. Large selection of cakes, pies, and coffee type drinks. Very tasty. Lunch menu looked good while we were there for dessert. Thought we'd come back for lunch sometime. Mistake. Not very good, place was empty.
(3)Falicia G.
Romantic! If you are looking to have a quiet romantic date, then this is it. The mood is calm, the music is just right, and the only light comes from candles lit at your table. Now, my experience wasn't necessarily the lovey-dovey one but, I was with a handsome, nice, intelligent man, who made me think about what it would be like to be on a "romantic date" with him. We sat at the bar, which was an experience. It took about 30 minutes for me to get a drink. I think the bartender was actually a waitress pretending to be a bartender. She couldn't find two of the beers that my friend was looking for. Other than that, it was a fantastic time at a nice restaurant.
(4)Anson P.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of those places that you can take your mother for a mother day's brunch or a place where people can take their mistress for a cup of a coffee (if that's your thing). The menu is pretty extensive with cafe items, granted they are all pricey. I had an apple cider which was ok but not really worth the price. I tried some of my friend's tiramisu and it was alright. I have to agree with the other reviews. The service was pretty slow. It was a good while before anyone actually came over to us. This place is what it is. If you are looking for some place to get a cup of complicated coffee, this might be the place for you.
(3)Tulie L.
This place is VERY cute for a date- Great wine selections and the lighting and is perfect for being romantic. Did I say Great WINE?? hahhaha yeah we skipped the dessert and went straight for the wine... and it was yummy... The waiter was good , came just in time to ask us for another refill or another glass. I think the place is very warm.. and Lauren S. is so right, they are overzealous with the heater.. my date got super hot and had to take off his sweater.. The crowd was young, and alot of other folks looked like they were on there date as well.
(4)Vincent V.
I actually prefer this location of Cafe Intermezzo to the one downtown since it's not quite as popular or insanely busy. The menu is virtually the same, and the great selection of desserts and coffee drinks are there as well. The service at this location is similar to the one downtown, which isn't a good thing. If the service could ever live up to the European style and those great desserts, I'd be willing to go there frequently. I still say that they charge way too much for their coffee drinks. You're almost paying Starbucks prices for drinks that are much smaller. A normal coffee drink here is about 8 oz. of liquid, which is a third smaller than a tall/small at most coffee shops. Don't be shocked when you're paying a few bucks for a drink you can down in a couple of minutes.
(3)Carolyn B.
A "Sex in the City" themed day out with my girls, can't be official without a visit to Cafe Intermezzo. We arrived here after a much needed Manicure and Pedicure. We walk in what felt like a space traveler and ended up in Europe, but unlike some of the friendly Europeans, we were greeted by a host that handed us menus and said seat yourself. If this place was crowded I might have been more understanding, but if you have the free time to hand me a menu do you really not have time to direct me to a comfortable table? The waiter was very nice (and cute, which is why I added a star). I ordered the Shrimp salad with a Mojito which was awesome. After the meal my friend and I were really excited about dessert (I am hands down a huge Cheesecake lover), the waiter instantly returned with our check, no mention of dessert no refill on our drinks, and to top off this already not so good service, he brings the check without splitting the bill. So after reviewing this place I remove a star. One star is for the unique decor and the great salad (which I will get again at a different location), and the second star is for the waiter's looks alone. If you've never visited this location it is tucked away in a what looks like an abandoned plaza, for it to be this dead you would think the service would be better to entice people into returning.
(2)Todd S.
We have been here for 30 minutes. Sunday, Sept 4th 10:45pmTerrible service tonite. Do not come!! It's dry outside in the romantic courtyard but they won't seat anyone out there due to lack of servers on a holiday weekend. Horrible management.
(1)Lindsay S.
From the moment I set foot in this dimly lit cafe I fell in love. My friends & I went here on Christmas Eve last year and had one of the best times. We sat at the bar and had a little snack of soup and a few drinks to ease us into the Christmas spirit :) The bartender was absolutely amazing I wanted a banana drink and he made an absolutely delcious banana chocolate martini to die for. Overall this is a great little spot that I will definitely go back to.
(5)Flora L.
The atmosphere is great, the food is hit or miss, but the service, well that is just plain awful. I usually come here for lunch and there is usually just one server for the outside seating. Since the place isn't often crowded, the hostess allows us to sit as we please, which results in a server who is often frantically running around to widely dispersed tables or walking around aimlessly. It gets irritating when you have places to go and you're just idly sitting there waiting 25+ minutes for the check. Asking the server to split the check, add on another 15 minutes to your wait time. My first meal here was the wild mushroom and prosciutto with pesto priced at $11. The serving was small yet the sauce was very heavy and became overwhelming. On the next occasion, I had the Chicken Duxelle crepes with a side of potatoes. This was the best meal I've had here. Savory and filling. Lastly, on my most recent visit, I had the Parisian Turkey at $9 with a side Caesar salad. The sandwich was pretty good nothing extraordinary. They were offering $5 for $10 on halfoffdepot but lets just say unless you're eating alone or willing to just use one coupon for the table, the deal isn't really that great. I used it once with another friend where the server kindly split our checks and credited each coupon but on the second occasion, the server was rude and was unable to explain to use what he could and could not do. Overall, I've had enough of this place. The dessert is good, but often pricey..
(2)Tara O.
YAY!!! I finally tried this place out on a little bday dinner date:) My bf loved this place! It was our first time, but I can say the deserts are delish!! OMG!! Apple pie was so yummy, I literally made up a rap song about it on our way home. lol! Pure comdey...I think they put something in it to make me go bonkers:) Food was delish, but small in portion. The atmosphere was sexy, but I felt like everyone was on top of each other in the main area. Well, my partner was bothered by the couples converstation behind him the whole time. Lol...Thank goodness they put us in the corner in one of the back rooms. Parking was something serious as always for the perimeter area on the weekends. But, snce I'm from ATL I always have a little trick for that particular area. We parked across the street in the dillards parking lot & walked our happy butts over. I hate riding around in a circle wasting time trying to find a parking spot. Try this place out. Yummy desserts!!!!!
(4)Tymara P.
omg the cake is good! sometimes service kinda slow!
(4)Mitchy B.
Ok, i like this place, the ambiance is very chic/cozy.. Me and bf went after dinner to grab dessert and we enjoyed it. We both liked the cake we got, my bf is the chocoholic of the relationship so it was only natural that he got the mississippi mud pie and he loved it! its extremely chocolicious! i on the other hand dont like chocolate as much (sue me!) so i opted for creme brulee cheesecake, very very indulgent and rich, really enjoyed it. My only problem was the coffee! OMG ive never had a sweeter coffee in my LIFE!!! i got a toasted almond mocha coffee and was expecting a hint of almond and mocha, but dang!! this coffee was sweeter than my cake! it kinda ruined it for me, i couldn't finish my cake or the coffee.. very disappointing :( but like i said, cakes were pretty good, but ive had better for sure.
(3)Tina M.
Extremely disappointed....used to be one of my favorite places to stop in for dessert & cappuccino...I ordered my usual, it's like a berry tart. The crust was soggy the berries were not sweet. Killer for me since I live for dessert..
(2)Nitin M.
Variety of drinks, incredible cakes, a true cafe experience.
(4)Marcus R.
Excellent dessert selections!
(4)Megan K.
It was annoying that the place only had tiny 2 person tables. We asked for a bigger table and they gave us another tiny one. Had the chicken basil tomato pesto panini, it was good but not great. The server was not very stoked to be at work, but it was a slow day. I really wanted a crepe but their "crepe machine" was broken. And i missed the chance to get dessert. I'll have to try this again.
(3)Flora H.
Great atmosphere, great food! I absolutely LOVE the cake here! Whenever I think about the cake here, my mouth waters. My ultimate favorite is the key lime cheesecake. The lighting is a bit dim, but if you want brighter lighting then there's an outdoor seating option. Although it's a bit pricey, I think it's okay to treat myself here and there. It's not a place I would visit frequently, but maybe once or twice a month or when I'm having dinner around in the area. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! It's a great place to sit down, enjoy the food, and converse with company.
(4)Nadia H.
Cafe Intermezzo is an early afternoon or a late night coffee house / bar spot than a restaurant. The service is extremely slow most of the time. The food is so so. Their drinks and desserts are creative and tasty.
(2)Victor A.
Ok, so there are definitely cafes w/better coffee, better desserts (they don't even make most of theirs), better service, etc. But not at late-night......a good place to relax and conversate the night away with friends.....their drink/coffee menu is rather extensive and quite good.....especially the mixed coffee drinks....desserts I'd say just go with what the cake lady /man at the counter suggests.......you need to take your time at this place........it is NOT a Starbucks, so relax and enjoy the night......Easy parking on a weekday........excellent location.......
(3)Robin Z.
When in doubt, we go to Cafe Intermezzo. I've actually only ever been in at night, so it was strange to see daytime photos. The atmosphere is the main attraction for me; it does manage a distinctly romantic-European-city-ish kind of feel. I love the pseudo-outdoor seating with patio chairs and tables. The selection of desserts is amazing, and the food is fine. I could spend all day reading the drink menu, because every one sounds to-die-for delicious. Although I haven't tried that many, since the Chocolate Raspberry Truffle is just too good and I can't help but order it.
(4)Nicole S.
Cafe Intermezzo. Doesn't it sound like the perfect place to end a fun night? You'd imagine coffee with your friends. Gossip with your girls. Joking with your boys. But, although the cafe itself is nice, there are some setbacks that might make you want to ditch this and go to Starbucks if coffee is all you want. So, what's good? The deserts. Sweet, fluffy cakes. Thick huge pies. The desert menu is full of anything you can think of. Whatever your taste is, I would bet that they have your flavor. What's not so good? The deserts. They are over priced. They run around $7 for one piece of cake or higher. By the time you add the expensive coffee or drink, you're paying for a real meal at a regular place anywhere else in Atlanta. Being fair is key here, though. The environment is decorated almost as if you are in a European coffee shop. Just as much attention is paid attention to the details of the restaurant as the cakes and pies. It's very cute for a date you want to continue talking with later into the night. I'll be frank. It gets crowded. Very crowded. There are lots of people in and outside the cafe. Fairly noisy, but not overly noisy. The young 20s and 30s crowd are on dates and the "I haven't seen you in forever. Let's get coffee sometime," kind of crowd. So, everyone's laughing, having a good time. That can be vibrant. The menu is limited. There's not much of a selection because, well, they serve deserts and coffee. So, you'll be tempted to get that one piece of cake that sells for the price of 3 full cakes. Not a place for kids. Great "let's catch up" place. The service is not bad, but could be more cordial. But, with so many people, perhaps I'm asking to much. Bottom line. Go with a pocket full of cash and some time to talk to your buddy. It's a great environment for conversation.
(3)Hector M.
I just had possibly the worst pasta I have ever had in Atlanta at Cafe Intermezzo :( - it was bland and simply uneatable... Do not go here for a meal - go for a drink or dessert. Service was nice and wine acceptable though. Do not care for the crowd as you would expect a more cosmopolitan vibe yet that was not the case. Lesson learned.
(1)Michael T.
A great place to start off, or wind down an evening. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, without sacrificing its polished appearance. Everyone can find something on the menu, as there is plenty on offer besides the Coffee and Desserts (which most people seem to come in for). There are sandwiches, pastas, and appetizer plates to suit most every palate, and in my experience, have been served very consistently and with friendly service. The drinks menu will shock you the first time you see it. It is absolutely massive. You'll find something new each time you visit. You may want to seek advice from your doctor before ordering some of the more adventurous concoctions. This place is a real lifesaver as it is open every day of the year and late into the night. In a city where so many places close their doors either too early or completely on many holidays, this is a great and reliable place to go.
(4)Rainbow B.
My father and I have been long time regulars of this place. The food is great, the wine and spirit selection is top-notch, and the coffee is almost comparable to Italy itself. But the one thing that stands out the most to me is the exemplary service. Whether you drop a couple hundred dollars on a big dinner with friends and family, or just stop in for a cup of coffee while you work on you computer they treat you like a queen! Whoever says that it's pretentious is just a low class person. I'm no debutante but Im not from the ghetto either and the staff is just always on point, eager, attentive, genuine, and always go above and beyond to make sure your visit is perfect. Ever server, bartender, barista, desert case attendant and manager is kind and patient. I have been working in foodservice and bars for 9 years and I understand service. This is one of those places where you actually NOTICE how good the service is. Thanks again guys and we will be regulars for many more years to come!
(5)A B.
Horrible service. Food and drinks arent any better. There are way better places in Atlanta
(1)Barney B.
cool vibe, good coffee, booze if you want it. all good stuff. the food, is food. I guess what I mean is that the 'red pepper soup' tasted like red peppers. the grilled cheese tasted like cheese and bread. fairly simple, somewhat plain, but definitely not bad - just ... food. probably a good stop after dinner for dessert or late night coffee - but in such a weird spot that I doubt it's on anyone's ride home. still, it blows away most other options in the 'hood
(3)Steve B.
Thao, I can assure you, it's not just you. I typically go there well dressed, and as a professional in the area, I'm usually with other folks who are as well and needless to say, the service is still dismal. Not unlike yourself, I've been coming here for years and really haven't felt a need to go back for a while. Yeah, the food is ok and the desserts are great but honestly, if I'm going to spend the kind of money I would at this place, I'd rather go elsewhere.
(1)Sean D.
Cafe Intermezzo has one of the best atmospheres I've experienced in the Atlanta area...Great place to go for coffee, drinks, and/or crepes, particularly in the evening. They have an enormous drink selection, particularly cocktails and coffee drinks. You can't go wrong with their martinis. Their dessert selection is vast...mainly cakes. Dessert quality is decent, but my favorites are the aforementioned. Very cozy place...enjoy.
(5)Honey K.
As other reviews have stated - the menu is huge and impressive and drinks/desserts are nice. But I have never found it worth the $$$. Service is usually prompt and patio is good on a nice spring day. I go here because it is closer to my place - I won't drive far off for it though.
(3)Jason B.
On my first official trip to Atlanta my friend Jonathon W. took me out to Cafe Intermezzo. What a delightful time we had, we were shortly joined by his friend Tyler C. who was a vivacious young lady if I don't say so my self. The server was a delight to work with, right off the bat she was up for joking around with us. She was good at judging if we needed her at the table or if we were too wrapt up in conversation to be bothered. The atmosphere out side was wonderful for a beautiful warm spring evening (though the 5,000 pollen count was not so desirable). I would highly recommend if one goes to sit out side. Indoors seemed a bit dark for my tastes but I'm sure is lovely during the day with a hot sun beaming down. The Irish coffee I ordered was very enjoyable but I wondered the entire night why the shot of whiskey came on the side of my coffee. We all know where it's ending up, I would rather you just add it before it comes to the table. The dessert selection is vast to say the least. Something for everyone in my opinion. If you like pastry cream and things similar in texture you'll love Cafe Intermezzo. The one major draw back to this establishment is the desserts are purchased (as found out by asking the wait staff) Despite this small detail the experience was over all wonderful, though I didn't know it until searching for the web site they also offer free wifi which is a huge plus for those of us who don't like waiting to get home to yelp or would rather sit at Marshall Mc Gearty and yelp than at home. One other part is that it's not the least expensive place I've been to. Though I will go back I would much rather see them charge top dollar for desserts that are made in house by a pastry chef (like my self, hint hint people!!!) instead of buying them. Even if they do come air mail from other countries!! Good luck to you on this place I really hope that you find it as enjoyable as I did. Make sure you take someone you enjoy with you. Any bad experiences will be off set by the joy of a good companion!!
(4)Tim R.
This place is amazing! It's decorated like a European Coffee House. The menus are broken down into food and a separate for drinks. The drink menu is extremely thorough. There are drinks ranging from coffee and tea to wine and beer to absinthe. The food was very good. My wife and I came here on three separate occasions during the week. Once for breakfast, once for a late lunch, and once for late night drinks and dessert. The first two visits were great! Excellent service, great food, and great drinks. I only wish we had one by us.
(4)Jason B.
Slow service, overpriced food, bad crepes... Not much good to say about this euro cafe.
(1)Lee M.
I've gone many times over the years to Intermezzo by Perimeter, and the past couple times the quality of the coffee drinks has gone way down. It's one thing to get coffee at a restaurant that isn't top-notch, it's another to get coffee that is worse than the gas station type, at a European-style sit-down restaurant. C'mon folks, if you can't do this, you lost me. I have resorted to going to Alons if I'm in the area and want decent coffee.
(3)Sarah S.
I love Cafe Intermezzo! Whenever I have out of town company visiting, I always make sure to treat them to dessert and coffee at the Dunwoody location. I find the restaurant to be intimate, unique and pretty freaking cool. As soon as you walk inside, you feel instantly transported into an amazing European coffee house. While a chain, the menu is still gourmet and extensive. The prices aren't cheap but menu the offers something for everyone. I love the sweet baby baked brie appetizer, the salmon farfalle pasta entree, the AMAZING dessert counter (the best selection in Atlanta, hands down!) and the drink menu (or as I call it, the novel!). They offer HUNDREDS of drink options ranging from relaxing teas to italian sodas, coffees to after dinner liquor. While I LOVE this place, there ARE 2 DOWNSIDES: 1. The Parking SUCKS! Be prepared for the possibility to have use the complementary valet. 2. The service is SLOW... Expect a European-like meal experience. I've never had a quick, in and out meal at Cafe Intermezzo. When you go, bring your appetite, your wallet, good company and a few hours to spend and you will have a night to remember!
(4)Jennifer L.
I used to date a European guy. He was over here all by himself - all his family was waaaaay back across the pond and then some. One night he was feeling particularly homesick. I decided to take him to Cafe Intermezzo in Dunwoody. Since it's billed as a European-style coffee house, and I had heard him speak of how much he enjoyed the coffee houses back home, I thought it might seem a little familiar to him thus alleviating some of his homesickness. Boy, did I ever hit a home run with that one. He kept looking all around him marveling at how similar it was to the cafes in his country. Even the menu was spot on, especially the Turkish coffee, which he said tasted just like his mother's. The trip to Intermezzo lifted his spirits immeasurably. I had been there prior to that night, but this was the first time I realized how authentic it is. So, if you want to experience a true European-style coffee house, visit Intermezzo. And it doesn't necessarily need to be for a date - go there with your friends, go there for business, go there by yourself if you want. The servers are always incredibly nice and knowledgeable, and if you could bottle camaraderie you could take the atmosphere with you. Highly recommended. The Buckhead location is nice, too, but I really prefer Dunwoody location.
(5)Spin G.
Used to love going here with my husband when we were dating, so it was a great dissappointment last night. No longer do you get a tour of the desserts, dozens of fabulous looking cakes, pies, and tortes with no labels that aren't labeled, so you have no idea what they are. The fancy coffees are wonderful, but we had to wait a good long time and make a couple of inquiries before we got any service. I definitely would NOT recommend it.
(1)Michael H.
This place is a joke! Four of us went Saturday night around 10PM. We were told the wait would be about 15 minutes, which ended up being over 30 minutes because they sat groups that had come in after us. Once we finally got seated, the first thing we did was hand the witless (oops, I mean waitress) a paper with our dessert choices. 10 minutes later we get our coffee and she leaves to get our desserts. Another 10 minutes later she comes back with ONE dessert (we had ordered four) and the wrong one at that. Then she has the nerve to tell us that we waited too long to give her the dessert list and they were out of all of them. At this point we were all steamed and just want to get out of there. The manager comes over very apologetic and even offers a $25.00 voucher for next time. Good job right? WRONG, because after waiting 10 minutes he never comes back to the table. Needless to say we won't ever be going there again.
(1)Talib K.
Service here is about like that relationship that never really goes anywhere......it starts out strong but never really lives up to the initial meeting/date. The waitress turned bartender for a day was cool and attentive at first then she went incognito for a while; just like the Peachtree location. The menu is the same and the set up is the same as the Peachtree location. Only difference is the clientele. The flow is a lot more yuppy. Also, it doesn't have the same old wood-grain euro charm. But I have to give it to 'em for consistency; my hummus had the same ole "just okay" taste as my fave on p'tree.
(2)Ani K. O.
I'm bummed. I was told this is a great local place. The service was slow but helpful. The food was not bad. I had a spinach crepe with portabella and feta. Honestly, it needed some salt but other than that it was tasty. The place didn't rock my socks off... and that's what i was hoping for. Bummer.
(2)Libby D.
I have been to both locations of Intermezzo several times this year as it is a favorite of a colleague. I can say that this location is far preferable to the Buckhead/Brookwood location, but they both leave a lot to be desired. Service at both locations is indifferent and uneducated. Servers always seem more interested in clustering together and talking to each other. Food is overpriced and bland. Last trip I ordered a crepe and got this dry, folded over piece of pastry over lukewarm cheese and cold spinach. Really? for $9? Skip it. Deserts are hit or miss. Most look better than they taste and the counter is so crowded it is hard to get good info on what they are. Invest in some small signs to place in front and this process would be improved. The drink menu is extensive. I have only ever had coffee and tea there. I really don't like many coffee drinks ( I drink black coffee and the occasional mocha) so I cant speak to those, but I do love tea and the tea selection is possibly the best in Atlanta. My only complaint is they plop the teapot in front of you with no clue how long it has been brewing - it is a guessing game as to when your tea is ready. One advantage they have and what keeps me going back is the late hours. If you want a place to sit, talk and have a cup of tea post late movie, dinner, etc this is one of few options OTP. So much is bad and what is good could really be improved upon. That said, I will likely be back, but don't expect me to order more than 1 pot of tea.
(2)Mel R.
Wish I could give no stars. My friend and I decided to grab a late bite to eat after a girls night out. They weren't horribly busy, but our server took forever to get us water and then even longer to come around to take our orders. They tried to charge my friend extra because she wanted arugula instead of mixed greens on her salad even though both options are essentially the same price at the store. Then, not even the manager could answer whether or not the Caesar dressing was gluten free (I'm gluten intolerant), because he didn't really know what gluten was. It is scary that a restaurant that is attempting to get into the gluten free market with a gluten free apple some type of dessert does not take the time to educate their management or staff on gluten. It kinda makes me wonder about their kitchen practices and how they avoid cross contamination. They were also out of their gluten free dessert. My friend and I ended up leaving without ordering. For such a reputation as one of the better late night dining choices in the area, one would think they would be better educated regarding allergens and that they would have a better stock of desserts.
(1)TK B.
Maybe since I went on Christmas Day last year, it was just the wrong chef. I truly hope it is, and I plan on going back again just to see. However, I've heard that the one in Buckhead is really good compared to this one. I got the Gnocchi, I've eaten Gnocchi trillions of times, when I lived in Italy for 2 1/2 years, it was my favorite dish. However, the Gnocchi here was undercooked to the point where it was gummy and not done on the inside. I sent it back, and it came back out the same way it left. My aunt had to send her lasagna back. However, their Spinach and Artichoke dip was really good. If you ever go to the Buckhead location try the strawberry cake. They don't have it at this location (although, they say that all of the CI's have all of the same desserts.)
(1)Erin R.
If I was writing a review on just the food and drinks, Cafe Intermezzo would have received 5 stars! Their desserts are amazing! It is so much fun to walk up to the dessert bar and hear about all the different cakes and pies and tortes that they have. Their drink menu is insane-its a book! I went for their Versailles Lavender Earl Grey tea.. yum. Your tea comes in a fancy silver french press and lasts like 6 cups and remains super hot the whole time. What made me take away two stars is the service-they are SO slow in inattentive here. Every time my husband and I or my girlfriends and I went we would end up waiting forever just to get our check. Such a shame because everything else is wonderful!
(3)David T.
The atmosphere here keeps me coming back. I don't mind that it gets a bit lively, reminds me of an Italian cafe I frequented in the North Beach area of San Francisco. I only have eaten late night breakfast here, but it has always filled me up and left me going home happy after some great conversation. If you're up for learning a new language..spend a few moments in the bathroom where they pipe in lessons of various languages. lol
(5)Andrew C.
Although a little pricey for my tastes in coffee there probably is no better place to go for coffee and a slice of cake/pie/pastry on a date night than here. The inside seems cramped, so I always sit outside. It is basically a large open patio and is very nice for the most part. The coffee is usually strong, which is great for me and I always share a piece of dessert with my girlfriend. Dessert is excellent, but once again, it can be pricey
(4)Candice M.
I visited Cafe Intermezzo during a late night adventure with my husband, best friend and her husband. We were blown away by the extensive drink and liquor list. I think it took us 30 minutes to decide on our drinks. We had fun reading all of the options and helping each other decide what to order. The drinks that we ordered were delicious! OMG, don't forget the dessert counter. My friend got an Oreo cake and she was literally moaning over how good it was. Their food menu seemed pretty selective as well but we were only there for a late night drink and a little dessert. The only complaint that I had was that the service was a little slow but nothing to REALLY complain about. I can't wait to go back again!
(4)Malinda L.
It's a hit or miss service. It's never a consistent service here. We either get a great server or a horrible one. But when we get great service its always a pleasant experience.
(3)Stormy C.
I went here recently for a private party. We were in an area of the restaurant that was away from the main flow and looked out on a nice garden area. The food was great and the desserts were unreal! Some people might not like it because it is a chain and their food is not extremely unique or boutique-y. But for a group everyone will find something they like and it seems a decent value. The bar area is very cozy looking and would be great for a happy hour. There is even a fairly large bar in a private room that could probably be reserved for groups. I'll be visiting again soon.
(4)Timber W.
I loved this location. The place just seemed more refined--with its glossy hardwood floors, nice light fixtures, and Romanesque statues--than the Peachtree destination. I wouldn't recommend eating dinner at Intermezzo. Instead, I go for the ambiance, hot chocolate, and cake, which is displayed in a mouth-watering array beneath the glass counter. Intermezzo is the perfect place to hit up for dessert!
(4)Bryan B.
I've been going to the Intermezzo for about 15 years now (this location and the one on Peachtree). The coffee/drinks/desserts are always wonderful, but the food menu is very lacking and what is on there isn't always great. For that reason, I typically don't have dinner there, but lots of drinks and lots of desserts. I've been to Intermezzo on just about every kind of occasion: dates, hanging out, taking an out-of-towner, etc... The ambiance is top notch. The service is usually good, but never great. It's occasionally sub-par, too, and some of the waiters aren't familiar with the menu or how to properly serve a drink (I've been offered 'rocks' by one certain waiter in EVERYTHING I've ordered...sorry, but he should know ice does NOT belong in brandy)! And, it's not that he's new, I've had him several times over several months. But I'll always go there. Short from physically abusing me, I can't think of a reason I wouldn't continue to go there, it's be one of my favorite places for too many years. I love it despite the occasional bad service.
(4)D Z.
Nice date spot. Love to go at nite...it's ducked off in the back of a shopping center across from Perimeter mall. The little bowl of lasagna is real good and the desserts are whats up. This is the only place that gives me the feel of being back home in New Orleans with the chill euro feel. Never been to the Peachtree locale yet.
(4)Josh B.
If your looking for drinks and desserts this place is perfect. I've been here for lunch, breakfast a few times, and a couple of late nights. The service is honestly best later in the evening. For breakfast or lunch the staff is spread a little thin. The turkish coffee is hit or miss depending on whos working but the liquor is always spot on. My favorite thing about this place is the whisky selection which i think is only surpassed by the Vortex.
(3)Michelle J.
I've been to Cafe Intermezzo at least a dozen times and I can't wait until I'm back in Atlanta to go back. It's the perfect place to hang out with your girlfriends and chat for hours and hours. The desserts are great and with a drink menu as extensive as theirs you really can't go wrong. Yes, the quality of service can vary a ton, but that aspect is almost part of the charm to me. I also love that this location is far more spacious than Peachtree Rd. and I don't have to worry about ambulances blarring down the road. Definitely not a place to go if you're in a rush, but if you want to chat for hours and enjoy excellent desserts this is the place for you.
(3)Catherine P.
I usually frequent the CI on Peachtree, but this location is pretty cool. They took over what used to be a White House, Black Market clothing store next door, so now have lots more seating. I'm just not a fan of sitting on the patio in the winter even if it's surrounded by plastic and has sporadic space heaters...too cold!! So I am glad for the indoor space. They have some of the best hot chocolates anywhere and the ciocoloccinos (regular or white chocolate) and really tasty. They also have great desserts...check out the case up front. Service is always pretty slow, but just relax and chill out and it's all good. Visit Count: 5
(3)Jane N.
Something about my group of friends and Cafe Intermezzo, but we've ended up here and at the Peachtree St. location several times. And time after time, we declare Intermezzo as a bad place to take groups larger than 6 people. So my advice to you is just...don't...don't go here for those big groups. The worst experience was one night here, a group of about ten of us wined and dined. As the night went on, the group became smaller, as each person who left, they paid for their portion of their order. Until the end, there was 4 of us, left with $30 of the check! We were all very confident that everyone paid their portion and left a tip, enough to cover everything because we kept going over and over who owes what, however, the waiter mustve charged us several extra items or did not subtract earlier charges from the total check. I've said once before (for the Peachtree St. Intermezzo) that their efforts at splitting checks is lacking and terrible. We've called the manager over, hoping to settle the situation but she didnt do much but ask us to pay the full remainder, even after we've told her how unreasonable and unfair they are treating the situation. Anyways, to save yourself the trouble, stick to a small group and don't confuse the waiters there with too much math to do in regards to splitting checks. You'll just cause more trouble for yourself and your group...
(2)B W.
I've always been a fan of the Cafe Intermezzo at Brookwood, but I went to the Park Place location near the end of a date this week and really liked it. The drink menu is massive, but I highly recommend the Cafe' Intermezzo with almonds. See the picture of the berry cake? ORDER IT!!! Other reviewers are correct about the slow paced service, but frankly I like the fact that the servers don't hover and you feel comfortable having a long conversation without feeling rushed. I look forward to coming back to this location again.
(4)Julia S.
Came here with two friends-- each of us had a halfoff depot coupon where you could get $10 worth of food. Service was ok and the food came out pretty slow, as expected. Our server kept stopping by every 10 minutes asking if everything was okay but didn't actually do anything. Annoying. At the end of our meal, the server dropped off the check and walked off without saying a word-- not surprising. So we (sort of) let that one go. But after the three of us asked for split checks, he said he wasn't able to let us use the halfoffdepot coupon for each of us. Later the manager came out saying that we had two options: all the food on one bill using one coupon, or split checks and only one person using the coupon. Apparently this is a new policy because my friends have used their own coupons on split checks before. Their reasoning is ridiculous because if we had all come here individually, using the coupons wouldn't have been a problem. Did they want us to sit by ourselves at three different tables in order to use it? Come on. Terrible. I only gave them one star because their nutella & strawberry crepes were good that day.
(1)Hien P.
I hate this place. You can't see a damn thing at night oh and yeah it is WAY overpriced!
(1)C D.
It's a shame that the great cakes, coffee and wonderful atmosphere are consistently overshadowed by the lack of service, snobby and arrogant attitude of their staff. It's been at least a year since I've been back, so perhaps things have improved there.
(2)Shaun S.
Progresso makes a better Chicken Alfredo then Intermezzo. I went with my partner to the Cafe Intermezzo on Ashford Dunwoody in the Perimeter this evening. Given the fact that the parking lot was full and twisted taco had a line while Intermezzo had only a handful of guests seated in the restaurant this should have been a sign. I ordered the Petit Antipasto and the Chicken Linguini. The antipasto came with the meal and the Alfredo let much to be desired. The chicken was overcooked, dry, and lacked seasoning. The pasta was so over cooked you could not twirl it on your fork it fell apart. The Alfredo sauce had no flavoring what so ever not even a hint of butter, pepper it was bland as can be. Not to mention the parma they sprinkled on top of it had the texture of leather and added only to the lack of taste of the entire meal. I ordered a second glass of the house chardonnay and never received it. If I am going to wait 30 minutes for an appetizer and entree I would hope that at the very least I would be offered some fresh ground pepper especially considering the price tag. I can say for sure that this is the first and last time I will ever go to Cafe Intermezzo. I hear they just opened one at Terminal B at the airport, given the opportunity I am going to opt for Panda Express or a Nathans hotdog and save the 15 dollars for a cold beer or a good glass of wine. Don't waste your time or your money.
(1)Jay P.
Meh? Not sure what the word really means but I have experienced better. Was looking to go to Eclipse Di Luna but the wait was 2 hours so we chose Intermezzo. The place itself is really cool and it has that romantic feel to it. The service is always bad though. I have been at all hours and it seems to take forever to get a drink no matter how busy they are. The cute waitress always gave me this little smile as she strolled by 50 times without my drink. Finally, I had to forget the fact that she was pretty good looking and complain. 5 minutes later, I finally got the drink. I had the crab cakes which were good other that the fact that they didn't have any crab in them. Next time, I will be sure to order the bread crumb cake or the "filler" cake. To end on a positive note, this is a good date spot, romantic, sexy desserts...kinda puts me in the mood but don't expect great service or good crab cakes.
(2)Dan D.
I've been to European coffee houses and bistro's before and this place has a lot of work to do if it's going to try and claim to be either. Good selection of coffee's and pastry, excellent soups, but could be better with the sandwich's. There are better places than this but it's not bad for lunch or a lite dinner.
(3)Deb K.
Absolutely THE best place in Atlanta! (FYI: the Dunwoody locaton is much better, cleaner, and friendlier than the Buckhead Intermezzo, by the way.) But yeah. I am absolutely in love with Europe and everything European, so it's nice to find a freakin' place in Atlanta that makes me feel like I'm in Europe. The atmosphere is relaxing and sexy, and Cafe Intermezzo is the ultimate perfect date spot. It's also a great place to go with just friends. The staff there is the friendliest you will ever meet! I have been going there for the past two years, and I HAVE to go at least once a week! It's primarily a dessert place, but they have food there, too. It's pretty good as well. Everything there is a little pricey though, I'll give you that.. but pretty much everything there is well worth the price! A slice of cake is $8, but it's soooo worth it! Also, if you're not in a cake mood, you can look at their large variety of delicious teas, coffees, wines, and other drinks. There is a full bar (thank god), and I have never gotten a bad drink there. I fell in love with this place the first time I went, and it's luster hasn't worn down at all. If anything, I love this place more and more every time I go! I recommend it to EVERYONE! There is always a ton of people so people watching or meeting new people is always fun to do there, too. The funnest nights to go are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. People start coming in at around 7pm or so, but I wouldn't recommend going until at LEAST 9pm.. I hope this helps!
(5)Laura P.
Although this Cafe/bar is usually somewhat crowded due to its popularity and the distinct variety of its menu offerings (see my review of the other locaiton if you like), it has a much more laid back atmosphere than most night-life around, especially your more standard bar atmosphere. Of the two locations, this is the less crowded, and you can actually find seating pretty quickly here. They don't really play any music worth speaking of--if you want that, Apre Diem usually has some sort of DJ, but their menu offers less selection.
(4)Rebecca W.
Went there on a weekday noon - the place was empty with only 1-2 patio table and 2 indoors tables occupied, which is good if you want a leisurely, relaxing meal. According to the waiter, they're busy from evening on (after dinner hours) and especially busy on Sunday afternoon after church. I ordered Chicken Waldorf sandwich (lunch special which is half sandwich, a salad, and some fruit on the side) plus a cafe bianca, both are ok but nothing spectacular. The vinaigrette dressing for my salad has an odd jam/gelatin texture even though it tastes alright. Somehow I feel the coffee has a diluted taste and its frangrance relies on the almond oil. I need to go back to try more coffees to be able to rate their beverages. My friend and I had gingerbread layered cake for dessert - tasted moist, solid and not too heavy. Overall this place is more for the ambiance, the decor (love their restroom) and the showy beverage brochure-menu.
(3)Lori T.
nice place for a romantic rondevous, late night meet up or a drink (as the drink menu is vast - from hard liquor to wines). the dessert case is full with no signs - so you'll need assistance from one of the staff standing near it with a great memory (they are trained to know what everything is). the food is subpar but the atmosphere makes up for it. i was there the other night and they opened up the patio and it had a nice touch. the wait staff takes their time (so be ready to order right away or see the menu ahead of time), even on a slow night. you can't not find something to eat and the nutella crepes are delicious! the caeser salad i ate last night wasn't anything special - they are better at somewhere like Panera. i'd recommend it if you never tried it or want somewhere with a fun atmosphere - esp. on a Friday night (this place is hopping!) or late night. a night out with the girls for drinks - that is another ideal reason.
(4)Erin C.
Cafe Intermezzo would be a great hangout... Would be. Their selection of drinks and desserts are great and all, but it is just too. damn. loud. Sure, it's a "trendy" type place to be. But don't take your date there, because you won't be able to hear unless you're shouting. If you're going in a group of more than 4 people, seating can get a tad bit uncomfortable, depending on where they seat you. Most of the tables that are available are tiny round-top tables that should seat two at the most. Often times, they'll cram three people around the dinky little table and you'll be knockin' elbows with each other.
(2)A + P.
We went to Cafe Intermezzo for take-out dessert after having dinner at Twisted Taco. The dessert was very good--can't go wrong with a nice treat from Cafe Intermezzo--but the service was a little off-putting. 1) Asking the hostess what some of the desserts were, we were told that one was a tiramisu. Another one looked like a tiramisu also, what was that one? That is the traditional tiramisu. Then what was the first one? It was Cafe Intermezzo's version of tiramisu, more cake-like, while the latter was the spongy ladyfingers version. Well, if we ask for information, please give us information. 2) The time it took to get and pay for a take-out dessert was several minutes longer than it should've been, since we were sent around to the bar to take care of it, where the bartender was pretty busy, instead of having it taken care of right at the dessert case. And it was a bit pricey--one slice of cake came to $8.40 (with tax).
(3)Miranda G.
Went here for a get-together with friends. Probably not the best place if you have a group larger than about 6... The food was good (I loved the blue cheese, chicken, and apple panini) but it was all on the expensive side. The desserts were delicious, but again, very pricey! If we had known the cost we would have probably just shared a dessert... It was a pretty busy night, but our service was particularly slow and the waiter was not really attentive to our table. Overall, I would go back for the food, but I was not pleased with the service.
(4)Alley H.
After finishing up dinner with friends, we decided to stop by Cafe Intermezzo for dessert and coffee to cap off our evening. We like this place, and were happy to secure a little table on the outer patio. Our server brought over water, we got to look over the Drink Bible, and when we asked what was a good dessert with caramel, her reply was, "I don't know, they change it all the time, and I haven't checked it today. " It was 10:30 pm. Okay. My fiance' got up, went inside, placed his desired order at the counter, where they give you a little slip to give BACK to your server, came back and gave it to her, we ordered our coffees, because their granita machine was out of order, so no granita, nothing with caramel, but we had faith, and trudged forward. My man got the creme brulee' cheesecake, which was really light and good, but über-sweet, so I ordered the "baked" brie, to balance out that sweet. The "baked" brie was an over - microwaved mass of broken, soupy mush in a bowl, with a quarter of a thinly - sliced apple, and some bread points. Nothing "baked" about this dish. I ate the apples and bread points, and left it at that. I did order the Caffè Latte, a steaming 22 oz. Cup of goodness though. It was piping hot, as was my fiancé s café caramel with schlag, so we were happy. Our server was sweet, brought us our check when we asked for it, processed our payment quickly, and wished us a good evening. I think she was a little surprised that we didn't want to linger, like all of her other tables. We were in an out in about 30 minutes, from start to finish. Good coffees, nice desserts, although they could stand to put out something with caramel or fruit; even Cheesecake Factory does that. We'll come back because it wasn't a bad experience, but they could stand to work on improved food-quality.
(3)Jennifer W.
Love this place, good food and the desserts are amazing. I also love their large choices for lattes and cappuccinos. The romantic setting makes it great for a date night.
(5)Shaunya B.
I love Cafe intermezzo so much. The vibes, the feels, the hot chocolate, and the dessert - oh my god. I would say, however, that this place is best for drinks, desserts, the vibe. The dinner is quite pricey and I don't feel it's worth the price cause it is pricey. The drinks (I get the berlin hot chocolate) are to die for! They're soooo gooooooood. It has nutellla all over. Yummmy. But yeah, go for desserts and drinks so you keep the bill short and you'll have a swell time! :)
(4)LeAnn L.
Food and service is great. The indoor seating is a little awkward though. There's a few seats I'm always seated at which is RIGHT BESIDE the entrance where people walk in.
(4)Georgia B.
Cool ambiance, overpriced, OK food and beverages. They tried to replicate European cafes and was pleasantly surprised when a friend introduced me to this place. But they don't know how to make a decent cup of capuccino, and their cake was mediocre and they charge a lot. It wasn't worth the money. Better for the mood or experience but definitely not for their edibles.
(3)I B.
I was very curious to try this place, but my excitement was eclipsed by terrible service. The waiter told my group he was getting waters for our table, rather than ask what we wanted to drink. When he returned, I asked him for a dessert menu. The waiter said there was no dessert menu, and there will never be one since the dessert vary daily. I told him I'd never been there and there was no way I could know that. He hastily and rudely explained the ordering process, which was very inefficient. My group left, but notified the manager about the treatment. I didn't get the waiters name but he was an Indian man who was probably in his 40s or 50s. If you decide to dine here, don't accept this waiter.
(1)Lauren H.
I've been here a handful of times, always for drinks/desserts. Service has always been good and the desserts/drinks are always delicious! This place gets crazy busy on the weekends so expect to wait for a table. The last time I went here was this past Monday with my husband. We came there around 9ish and it was busy, but not as busy as I've seen it the past few times I went there. The past few times I went were on the weekends though. We got the exotic bomba and a banana nutella crepe. The exotic bomba is OMG so good! It's a mixture of mango, passion fruit and raspberry sorbets encased in white chocolate. I could eat that stuff everyday! The crepe was just as delicious! It was just as good as crepes that I had in Paris. I had the biscotti martini and that too was super yummy! It tasted exactly like a biscotti but with a kick! I wish this place was a little closer to home, I'd definitely frequent it more often.
(4)Calandra B.
Fabulous atmosphere. Beautiful interior design. Appetizers and meal was phenomenal. Nothing to complain about. Wonderful!!!!
(4)Aiswarya C.
Nice ambience, perfect places for dates. They have big 30 page booklet for the drinks menu, which has a huge selection of alcoholic, non alcoholic drinks and beverages. Food is very expensive, I would rather just do appetizers and drinks. They have variety of cheesecakes and pies and have a dessert of the day. Overall, real great ambience and great place for drinks.
(3)Neriyah J.
I find myself back at this location bc i do try to avoid downtown atlanta like the plague-The service is not as good as the downtown location-the selection of desserts is not the same-i probably get what i am craving 1 out of 10 times here..they do have a nice ambience but everything else is just ok--the nutella hot chocolate though? Now that's on point! lol I loved the old peach tree rd location but the service at the new location is so much better than the ashford dunwoody location so its worth the drive-and they have a wider selection of desserts!
(3)Tasia K.
What can I say about Cafe Intermezzo that hasn't already been said? The atmosphere is very casual and reminiscent of a cafe in Paris, or any other European city for that matter. This is our go-two place for an outing with friends or a romantic date night with my husband. Whether we're meeting for coffee and dessert or a bite to eat and drinks - the experience is always comfortable and relazing. My most recent visit was in February - where I met up with a friend visiting from California. We had a wonderful Saturday brunch where we both dined on salads, and (intentionally) left room for a little bit of dessert. I had the Cobb Salad which was amazing...and left me talking about it to friends for days. Over the course of many visits, I have sampled dozens of teas and coffees, plenty of their delicious desserts...and can honestly say I've never had a bad experience. The patio is our favorite place to dine, and we've often clustered tables together for groups of 10-12+ friends. This is definitely the kind of place (if you go often enough like we do) that you will inevitably run into people you know.
(5)Nanto Y.
A charming venue for coffee and conversation, or just spending a few minutes alone with your thoughts, a journal, or laptop. :) The espresso was delicious, as was the M&M Cheesecake. My server Margaret was incredibly helpful, friendly and gracious. I highly recommend Cafe Intermezzo for the coffee, desserts and as a place to spend a few quiet minutes or hours. Wifi worked perfectly and there were outlets available. While it was in the 90's outside (yay August in Georgia), the patio was only warm with a refreshing breeze from the overhead fans. Add the gurgling of the fountains and soft jazz music and you have a lovely European bistro feel in the American South.
(5)Jess E.
This is a great place to catch up with girlfriends and have coffee and desserts. Not a big fan of their food though. The place is so cute!
(4)Jennifer S.
This place is just so damn cute and romantic! Just ahhhhhh! A special candle lit brunch/dinner/late night desserts is beautiful. The scenery of Atlanta is beautiful overall as well as the location that it is at. I adore the entrance, the scenery, and everything they have to offer. I ordered the cranberries with chicken and mash potatoes and I almost died because it was sooooo damn good! I loved the candle lit dinner I had with my boyfriend. The place is dim, so it has that romantic feel to it. The hot chocolates, drinks, and deserts are pretty good. Yes, I am aware of the how small the food proportions were and it is a CAFE, so I was still hungry after we ate. For how pricey it was, they still should've offered more. But overall, I do recommend!
(5)Le Quyen T.
The atmosphere here is great. It's a perfect place for dates or just friends gathering. I enjoyed having dinner and desserts here because of how relax the place is.
(5)Janelle D.
I don't think I'll be going here anymore, which is such a shame because I adore the menu and all its billions of drink options (even if a little overwhelming) and the food. I love their extensive list of beverages, their sandwiches and salads... but what good is all of that if the food can't get to my table at a reasonable time? The last FOUR times I've visited the service has been sorely, sorely lacking. Today was no different, and like the other times, I didn't pick the spot and, again, like all the other times, I wondered why I didn't speak up when it was suggested. Hoping against hope? Well, that won't be happening again! Today I had brunch with two girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. We got there at noon and there was some light traffic but it seemed slow for a Sunday. I spoke to two hostesses and both had no idea where my party was. They told me to go walk around the restaurant to find them myself. Waters were never refilled - we had to ask after a good 15 minutes had gone by AND after our server failed to notice the three empty glasses lining the edge of the table begging to be refilled. He seemed very uninterested in his job. He was slow to take our orders, slow to bring our mimosas (it took another 15-20 from the time the other was placed and brought to our table), and we started to wonder if he was ever going to take our food orders, which also took a looooong time to come out. Then, he forget to bring out the slice of tiramisu we had requested to surprise the birthday girl. We got the check instead. Sigh. I like giving places another chance on the hope that maybe I caught them on a bad day, but Cafe Intermezzo seems to have too many bad days regarding service. Four times is enough, right? When you go out to eat part of what you're paying for is the experience -- and their lack of interest takes away from that immensely. Is there a high turnover I'm not aware of? The last time I dined here, which was last summer, I went through the exact same slowpoke service. I thought it would be different today. I just don't get it. And it's a such a let down, because it's a cute menu with great options for brunch, lunch and dinner.
(1)shawn s.
Extremely BAD service. We order cheesecake & some drinks, it took almost 30 minutes to get drinks & another 10 plus minutes for cheesecake. The server didn't bring any forks. Asked her & it's been another 15 minutes & no service. Sorry not coming here anymore. Asked for the manager & he / she would not come to the table.
(1)Adrian C.
This is what I get for eating real food at a dessert restaurant. This location is not as good as the Buckhead location. The service is subpar and so is the food and drink selection. I came here for birthday cake on Tuesday. My server was attentive which is good seeing as we were the only people in the restaurant. We had the seafood dip for the appetizer. They don't offer enough bread and crackers for the amount of dip so we had to wait 20 minutes for more bread and by that time out appetizer had gotten cold. I ordered a burger thinking to myself, "this is a safe bet, you can't screw up a burger" and boy was I wrong. The meat was rare and tasteless. Boo!!! My friend had some type of questionable Coleslaw as a side item that made us both projective vomit in our mouths. I'm giving this experience a 2 because our server was sweet and the coffee was so good I wept. At least the got the coffee right.
(2)Miss G.
i didnt expect much because a mid rating on yelp and my guess was just right. It's a nice place to hangout but if you are in hurry, please go somewhere else because the wait is pretty long during dinner time (30+mins) if you decide to wait, read their drink menu because they have very long lists and you dont want to spend another 30mins just to decide which drink you want to get. My fav cake are the tiramisu(not too sweet n not too strong).. the red velvet cake is also not bad (soft n fluffy), almond fudge( the fair amount of almond flavor )and oreo cheesecake(maybe better than cheesecake factory, seems quiet legit!) i gave 3 stars only because I had Turkish coffee and didnt enjoy it, it's so watery and the coffee wasnt that strong, I once had better coffee somewhere else..it definitely ruined my night. I will probably come back and give it another try but probably not in a near future.
(3)Sheena S.
I absolutely love the desserts and beverages here. They rotate the desserts out so they always have something new for me to try. There are not name tags in the bakery case so you have to get either the hostess or someone behind the counter to tell you what they are. Depending on who it is, this can be either a bad or good thing. The times I've gone in the middle of the week, the staff has been friendly and attentive. I would not suggest going on the weekend. They don't get too crowded but all the servers are rude and look annoyed when you ask them for anything. The place itself is beautiful and I enjoy the ambiance. They need to really work on their customer service. This is probably the only thing holding them back from receiving 4 or 5 stars.
(3)Frederick M.
It's hard to believe service could be that bad, but it is. This has been going on for years and the reason why I say I'll never come back. However somehow I do. They take between 5-10 minutes to greet the table and an extraordinary amount of time to do anything else. Coffees are cold by the time they get to the table. Ice is melted in cocktails. He brought water but didn't ask if we would like additional drinks. Never checked to take a food order. We had to tell the waiter how to do his job. It was pathetic. This is the type of place where the service is so negligent that you could walk out on your bill and nobody would notice.
(1)Hanan A.
I frequent this place like an addict, *when I can afford it. There deserts warrant a special visit just for them alone. Yum yum yum. Try the Tiramisu, in both cake and cheesecake form. Their Oreo cheesecake and their Indian Masala chai tea are notable mentions, and for a savory dish definitely try the wild mushroom ravioli in a creamy pesto sauce, its all sorts of good, lick your plate and cutlery type of good. Very European chic, dim, romantic, beautiful place.
(5)Yeajin L.
At first we were seated right front of the door, which I didn't really appreciate especially the fact that half of the restaurant was empty. Not the best first impression in my opinion. I asked to be re-seated, and it was much better location. Away from the door, away from the bathroom. The menu: their beverage menu was very informative and fun to look through. It explained what's in it, what it would taste like. I truly wanted to try every single drink on there (ranging from coffee to tea to cocktails with and without alcohol), but I'd be bankrupted. I believe the menu was longer than fifty pages. I ended up getting Walk on the Beach, which you can't go wrong with. Delicious juice. My cousin ordered Mimosa, also good. For the food, she ordered Southern Breakfast, which we can all imagine what it tastes like. I ordered the Duck Crepe with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese. I was feeling adventurous! And it was pretty good! Never tasted anything like it. It was definitely new, but on the good side. It had one strong scent, maybe nutmeg, but for the most part, I enjoyed it. I was afraid there would be a lot of goat cheese, making it too creamy, but nope. Perfect amount. The duck wasn't fatty at all which I liked. Overall, they did a good job balancing out duck, fig, and cheese. We also ordered dessert, Coppa Caffe gelato. It is creamier than I thought, but delicious. And you get to keep the glass cup, not the saucer however. The service was okay, a little bit slow.
(3)Claudia A.
I always come back for more. It's the perfect date spot especially if you have an all female outing. First you need to know that every time I come here the service is pretty slow which for most folks means bad. But at least this night our waiter was the nicest slow waiter we've ever had. He made some mistakes but he fessed up and apologized. Usually i get indifference. You would think this would keep me away but let me tell you why I continue to come back. The food is awesome. We shared the duck crepe that had goat cheese and figs. So delicious though the figs where too sweet for my girl friend, I ate them up (yay more for me). I normally get the chicken gnochi and you should too, it's the perfect blend of cheese and chicken in a savory sauce. I always come to nibble on plate that I share and then we each get a dessert. Tonight we tried the Tiramasu and although they tried to push 2 slices on us (cutting it in half is hard boo hoo) I told them to give us a single serving, we won't need it cut in half and we can just use 2 forks. It was more than enough since we where almost full anyway. FYI it's about 2.5 square inches, you decide if you need 2 for 2 people. We got the coffee drinks that have liquor in them but decaf since it was 12am. Another perk of this Cafe is that if you work late and need a place open late, this place is there till 1am to serve you. Another tip: Eclipse De Luna is right across in the same shopping center. I always start there with a cheap drink and maybe a tapas. Then I mosey on over to Intermezzo for Coffee and Dessert and sometimes an entree to fill me up since we all know tapas leave you wanting for more.
(3)Stephanie C.
This cafe has a wonderful selection of drinks from coffee to cocktails to virgin drinks. I had a wonderful peppermint mocha on the patio with my boyfriend and our server Warren was very nice and consistent. It feels like you are not in America anymore while sitting there I love the atmosphere and I will be back.
(5)ChauPha N.
Cafe Intermezzo is a great place for romantic dates, catching up with friends, or birthday celebrations! The atmosphere is great. I love their dark and moody lighting with candles in the middle of the table. The mirror is also a great touch. I even love their restrooms. A recording that will teach you french is in the background. :D How classy. So because I love this place so much, I have probably visited this place more than 20 times within the last couple of years. I have tried a lot of items on their menu, and so I will only list my favorites. Favorite: -Island punch (Virgins) -Rose (I believe they no longer have this, even if its still on the menu) -Oreo cheesecake -Cheesecakes -Orangina -Seafood Dips -White Chocolate Thats just a couple that i can remembered, I need the menu to list more lol. But those I listed above, to me they are all great and I love the fact that this place is open till 2am on the weekends. But let me warn you, Cafe intermezzo's service is not the best. Sometimes, it might be even downright bad. So don't expect amazing services. There might be a long wait as well. A wait for you to order, to receive your drinks and to get your check. So expect to wait. And Thats why this place only deserves 4 stars. A solid 5 only if the service improve. So be warn! :) But do try them out for their desserts and drinks!
(4)Coco B.
Went late on a Sunday night, food was good, service was good until we ordered dessert. Waited 20 minutes to receive it, in which we watched other patons desserts who ordered after us, whizz on by, which is really disappointing (we sat right in front of the cake display). Decided to take dessert to go. Will go back, because the food was delish.
(4)Queenie D.
Luv it! I am totally in love with the huge selection of tea that they have! I have been searching for a good long while for a nice tea house, and all this while, it was nestled in cafe intermezzo. As it was my first time, I was only able to try one tea: Jamaican Rum tea - black tea infused with Jamaican rum ... SOLID AWESOMENESS!! YAAASSSS!!! We also paired our nice tea with a slice of their chocolate fudge cheesecake. And although it was nice and decadent, I would say that it is a-ok. All in all, I look forward to having my afternoon tea on the weekends in this place. I cannot wait to explore all the other cakes and delicacies this place has to offer. I truly dig the atmosphere. The only thing that is stopping me from giving this place the full five stars is the fact that asking for a hot water refill on your pot of tea is $1.50 ???? I mean, it is HOT WATER for heaven's sake. It shouldnt cost that much. In other places I have been, re-filling the pot with hot water was actually free. So, I was kinda irritated that they put a fee on that. Come on now ...
(4)Robert S.
Nice evening ambience. Food was good; portion size was decent. Staff were friendly and engaging. We'd return for another meal. We love the fact that they were open until 1am on Friday; they were most accommodating and didn't rush us. At 0127 - they flipped the lights to alert those of us still sitting enjoying their warm setting to allow them to clean up and prepare for the new day. If you've not visited the Dunwoody Road restaurant - we recommend you do so :-)
(3)Debby L.
I've been here a few times and really enjoy the atmosphere and food. Sitting outside in the summertime is great. The have nice big patios with lamps, and it reminds me of the streets in Europe. DUCK CREPE with FIG and GOAT CHEESE The crepe is delicious although it is a thicker batter. I got the white batter since I didn't want so much tomato in a duck crepe, and I think it was a good choice. The duck is light and delicious, and the goat cheese complemented the dish very well. However, the figs were just too much for me, so I ended up taking them out. CHICKEN JAMBALAYA I thought this was a bigger, fully dish than a soup. It's actually very close to a gumbo, with rice. It's absolutely delicious and I'd get this again next time. PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN is a staple dish that we get here. It's very good, solid dish if you don't like to try a lot of things. TUNA MELT I've never tasted this but my friends really like it. It's a great panini, crunchy bread and good tuna. COFFEE I asked for one cup of coffee and they brought out a small carafe of coffee. It was a great surprise and the coffee is exceptional. The only reason I take a star out of this place is because of the service. It's hit or miss, and the misses are always with one or two particular waiters. They never get the order correct, we have to re-order with another each time, and this last time, we even got slight attitude when they had to clarify for a THIRD time. Blah. But on the chance we get a great waiter on the patio, it's all 5 stars.
(4)Steven R.
My girlfriend went here with some of her friends for drinks and had a great time so she brought me here a few weeks later. The ambiance here is great! The crepe we had was very good and their is a massive drink menu. However, while this place really does have great desserts and drinks, the food isn't exceptional. It's far from bad, but considering some of the prices I expected more.
(3)Vj D.
Great place to take a date and enjoy some great desserts and wine. The drinks menu can be overwhelming, so I typically just ask the servers for their favorites. I like the ambience and the exercise of walking and picking a cake from the case is fun but not necessarily the most efficient. During busy times, service tends to be slow but the servers are polite and that's always a good thing.
(4)Maiya I.
I've been here a couple of times simply because I work nearby & friends have always suggested it. But I'm not coming back unless it's on someone else's tab! 1) When its evening time on a weekend day, don't expect very good service, even though they have several people working. They don't sit you right away, don't give menus unless you ask, & pretty much forget you're there! Our waitress kept disappearing for long periods of time so when we tried to get another person's attention, they ignored us! Only one waiter was nice enough to come over to ask about our request. 2) The food has always been hit or miss, with the Cuban coffee, the hot chocolates, the German beers & several of the cakes being standouts. The pastas are decent as are the salads but I wouldn't order anything else. 3) At my last visit there, I wanted to use a gift certificate I had received but the waitress made mistakes on my check & reissued it 3 times! I will say that the customer service is definitely a lot better at the Midtown location versus this one. So if you really want to go, go to that one!
(2)Emmie L.
Cafe Intermezzo has always been a favorite. I have been to the old Buckhead location and the old downtown location, but this was my first experience at the Dunwoody location. I absolutely have loved this place in every location- they have beautiful interior design that makes the place look cozy but upscale. They have a whole bar devoted to delicious cakes and cheesecakes- a 20 page long beverage list- and moderate prices. So what's wrong with this place? It's the service. Every time I come here I spend half the time asking for the waiter, wondering when our purchases are going arrive, when will my water be refilled, when will my check come. I mean it borderlines ridiculous considering this kind of service happens even when they are not busy. It really dampens the experience because I love the atmosphere, the food and the drinks at this place. I even had my 20th birthday at the former Buckhead location years ago. However. The experience and the food keep me coming back. I love their unique, chocolately drinks. I recommend the Spanish mocha, the Swiss mocha, the Cafe Mozart, and the Irish coffee. I love their chocolate peanut butter cheesecake and their fruit tarts. Delish! And my all time favorite entree here is the cheese tortellini with shrimp and extra spice. I will say they their food has always been inconsistent. That bothers me because sometimes the pasta is watery, sometimes it's oily, sometimes it's bland. It isn't cool that it is so unpredictable. Though it has a great atmosphere. Great interior design. Good choices. And this particular location is easy to find and free parking with a stunning outdoor patio- though today our service was slow. Took 2 hours to eat a slice of cake because he never checked on us. And the cake tourist gave us wrong information so we had to go back over and pick again. But overall, a pleasant experience.
(4)Cameron H.
We popped in here for about 10-15 minutes to get a dessert to go. We left with a tasty piece of carrot cake and a cup of decaf, which set me back $12-13 plus a $2 tip. We sat and waited a bit for it, which was fine. The cake was good, as was the coffee, but it's overpriced. I know they're a little high-end in there, but they are raping you with that bill. The hostess did know her desserts, though. She told me what everything was inside that case, and did so quickly; I was impressed. I'm not sure that I would eat here for dinner though as we stick mostly to independents near midtown.
(3)Sophia T.
Food is not their specialty, so check out the tasty yet overpriced fund and desserts instead. The blackberry double decker is my favorite dessert (equal layers of mousse, cake, & blackberry cheesecake), so if it's in the display case, ORDER IT. The dessert experts at the case are really patient and helpful if you're indecisive. It can get overwhelming looking at everything. Take a date here or just treat yo'self to end the day on a sweet note.
(3)Christy R.
I love Cafe Intermezzo. The atmosphere is wonderful and I love the decor. It's cozy but also beautiful. You could spend all day looking at the drink menu. I got a pumpkin cappuccino and it was wonderful! I also ordered the duck omelette, while my fiancé got the chicken quesadilla. Both were really delicious. It was too pricey for us to try a dessert this time but I am definitely going back soon to hit up those desserts!!
(4)Yasmin H.
I was going to give two stars but that wouldn't be fair since I often end up here, so clearly something keeps bringing me back. I would have to say it is the ambience and the uniqueness of it for Atlanta. Unfortunately, with the demise of Dante's Down the Hatch (RIP), there just aren't that many old-world feeling, intimate and immersive fuzzy feeling places in Atlanta that go all out with their ambience. So overall, five stars for the good vibes and relaxing atmosphere knocked down bc two stars for food, 4 stars for sweets, and the drinks... get confusing. So I settled on four stars overall. I may change my mind to 3 stars at a later date. The menu is overwhelming but my tried and true faves after about a dozen visits are... If you like Nutella, get the hot chocolate Berlin but add schlag (aka whipped cream). They cover the bottom and the sides of this MASSIVE cup with Nutella and then fill it with hot chocolate. My tea favorite (I happen to really like the earthy taste of green tea) is the Gyokuro Matcha. They are often out of it and one time I ordered it they brought out some other type of green tea and I had to convince them that it was incorrect by finally saying that "I promise this is not any kind of matcha in existence" then after a back and forth for a while with what I consider to be indignant sass from the server, they re-tried and got it right. I even poured a cup and showed him the difference (sounds snooty but he was a pain in the butt so I figured he might as well be a better informed pain in the butt in the future). I'm stubborn. If you're craving dessert and a fun coffee drink and an alcoholic drink but can't make up your mind between the three or don't want to get all three, get the Joe Cartwright. It is a shot of espresso, with Verpoorten Advocaat liquor, schlag, and vanilla ice cream . They also messed this one up once. They made it with just the liquor and the ice cream and again I had to convince our server of the mistake and that they forgot to add the espresso because it's in a clear glass and so "Yes, I'm sure. Otherwise it wouldn't be pure white.". Wish they would step up their service and their food menu. The only decent food items I've had here are the savory crepes (the one with duck and the other with turkey n'brie) and even that's because I'm a sucker for brie and crepes. Otherwise the crepes here aren't made quite right and are a bit too thick.
(4)Destiny C.
I loved the bathroom... U get caught up in the French atmosphere of this place. We went for dessert and I have strawberry cheesecake and my guy had b52 cheesecake, both were decadent.
(3)Audrey A.
service is nice! food is nice! cake is reallll nice!
(5)Jeff L.
Very good. Service was a little slow. The food was really good. We had the crab cakes, beef au jus, key lime cheesecake, and tiramisu. It was all very delicious. I'm glad we went. Prices were very reasonable as well.
(4)Lena P.
Love the Vibe here! A great dessert and coffee place after dinner. The decor definitely compliments the ambiance, and the food is delicious! Food: - Caprese Panini: tasted great, was cooked fresh, and comes with a side of chips. - Spinach and Cheese dip: The dip was good, and they had freshly cut bread, we even asked for more! - (3 stars) Crostini Appetizer: the bread was a little too toasted but overall it was good with tomatoes and shredded parmesan cheese. - (5 stars) Fire Roasted Vegetarian Soup was really good, I loved the flavors and it was great on a cold day! Dessert: - (5 stars) Caribbean Coconut Cake: sweet but very satisfying! The cake was very moist and frosting tasted fresh. Sharing is recommended as they give you a large piece. - (5 stars) Nutella Crepe: I asked for both bananas and strawberries and it was delicious! Drinks: - Peppermint Hot Tea: Never had this before but it was delicious! It clears your sinuses and gave me the feeling of Christmas time. - Casablanca Hot Tea: This was very refreshing and light which was great! Second time around I ordered this and it was very strong - too strong in my opinion! - (5 stars) White Hot Chocolate Raspberry: soo yummy! There are bits of white chocolate pieces on top with fresh whip cream! The raspberry flavor was just right and not overpowering. It's a huge cup that they give you, so sharing is recommended! Busy Saturday night, but we were able to get our table within 10 minutes. Customer Service was good, although getting our table was a bit confusing and the greeters in the front were not prepared. I definitely want to praise the employee around the cake/cheesecake display, she helped us pick the coconut cake and was able to describe all the cakes and cheesecakes to help us pick something we would like, and she was spot on! Thank you!
(5)Ashley M.
I really love this place! To be fair, I've never actually eaten anything here besides their desserts. It's one of those places where I always go to meet up with friends after a meal, and never for a meal. Their desserts are delicious though. My favorite so far is the Oreo Cheesecake. I really love the ambiance here. Yes, it's romantic and would be one of the first picks for a date spot, but it's also versatile in that it's great to get together and chat with friends over some good drinks. If you haven't been here yet, you're definitely missing out!
(4)Sc M.
Fantastic coffee, drink and dessert restaurant. Breakfast is served all day. Great service. The desserts were incredible. My family and I stopped by here on a weekday around 2 pm. Ordered a cheese plate which was good. Chicken cesar which was also good. Turkey crepe; also good. I dont think i would come here from a hunger standpoint. This is more of an ambience and drink type of restaurant. No complaints at all. Simply could not find anything to write that was "over the top". Give them a try.
(3)Alexandra S.
First off this place is gorgeous. It's been awhile since I've been to a restaurant that has such great scenery. The lighting sculptures, it's definitely got that cafe feel to it. The tables are really tiny though and somewhat uncomfortable being so close to other guests. My friend and I got there around 7:30pm and it was quiet, quaint, and adorable. It gets pretty busy a little later around 9, 10ish which quickly diminish those feelings of happiness. We tried a few coffee combos. The classic caffe latte which was good but a little to bland for my taste. The gingerbread latte was amazing! Then I tried the cafe hazel. I would've gotten a fourth but I probably wouldn't sleep until 7pm then next evening. We also got dinner, I got the Burger Americana, it was good but they added salt to the the grilling of the burger which took away the flavor of the meat and I was not a fan of it. My friend got the pasta fettuccine and she said it was amazing. I wasn't too happy with the service though. My friend and I were there purposefully for business, reason why we chose a cafe. We were at our tiny little table stuck in the corner and our waiter kept trying to drop hints to get rid of us. We were there from 7:30-11:15 and he came back three times asking for the check. I saw him in the background complaining to a co-worker on how long we've been there and basically us asking for more water was an abomination. It's just rude, it's a cafe for crying out loud there's no expiration time when you need to leave. I'm sure not every waiter is as cranky as this guy was, but the menu was quite impressive with the different types of coffee they have and the coffee fan I am wow! I'll definitely make an appearance at this place, but may be selective in my choice of location.
(3)Lauren H.
Who doesn't love dessert and fancy coffee drinks?! A great date spot. This location also has a semi-outdoor patio area. I'm always happy when I go. Check it out and come back again soon to try something else! Great date night spot!
(5)Jay S.
This place has become my and gf after dinner / late hrs spot to kick back and relax. That night we went they told us they couldnt serve and coffee cause there machines were down which i thought completely sucked. So i ended up ordering some type of stawberry hot tea with some boston creme cake. I was sketchy about ordering tea here cause i never have and didn't know what to expect. But i was actually very good, and the cake was delicious. Unlike some of there cakes and cheesecakes they tend to be very heavy and very sweet. This cake was actually perfect, not to sweet and actually pretty light and quite amazing if i must say. As far as service, it never really disappoints me, the past 3 times i've been here within the last months we have gotten such good service and very nice servers. i still highly recommended late night spot for coffee, and dessert.
(4)Andrea M.
This is a great place for a date or meet up with friends. If you want to grab drinks (coffee, alcohol, or a mixture of both coffee mixed with alcohol), this is the place for it. There was a food menu, but it's not as vast as the drink menu. The food was a tad more expensive. Well, even the drinks can be up there. If I can remember correctly, my coffee date and I had the cheese platter which was about $17 along with two orders of coffee with a shot of Bailey's for $8 (?). Everything was pretty delish along with a nice atmosphere (dim lighting with candles and small cut flowers on the tables) for chatting. I mean. We were there for 3 hours just chatting away. lol. Parking just sucked when I visited this location last Thursday. Um. Yeah. Battling rush hour traffic in the Perimeter area was NOT fun and most certainly not recommended. When you initially pull in, the parking lot you're in is small and packed to the max. I'd just suggest driving around to the parking in the back where there's more spacious parking areas.
(4)Jessica L.
I have really mixed feelings about Cafe Intermezzo. I love it, and I hate it. The Good: Menu has good variety. But it is the drink menu that keeps me coming back. The coffee is A+ as is the tea--and I am a tea snob. The atmosphere is wonderful and cozy and I love the outdoor covered patio. The Bad: Service. Plain and simple their service is consistently horrible. In one instance I waited over 30 min for water and a menu. Servers don't check in often, and I have seen tables come and go before I even got my appetizer. Also, their small tables are TINY. As in, you are out of luck if you have two entrees, two drinks, and two glasses of water. I suggest that you ask for a larger table when possible. As for prices, I don't mind the drink prices... but everything else seems a little inflated. My advice: Great place for a drink and a meal when you have LOTS of time. Don't bother if you are in a rush. If you are looking for creative drinks, this is the place to be.
(3)Tiff H.
I rarely come here for food, only for some DRANKS. The alcoholic coffees are really good! very overpriced but I don't mind the premium cost, it's nice to splurge and sit in the dark with an overpriced slice of cake... Mulato, stradivarian, and cafe dolce vita were all very similar to me... chocolate/coffee with bailey's or rum or Kahlua. MAKE THAT AT HOME FOOL. The cakes are always super good and I always regret it the next day when I'm in the gym an extra hour...
(3)Locals O.
Love the outdoor seating, and the extensive drink menu. The drinks we got were good but the tiramisu had a weird taste to it. It was my first time trying the food there and it wasn't what I was expecting. I got the salmon bow tie pasta, the pasta was a bit over cooked the the salmon was really salty. The service wasn't as great, took us 5 mins to get seated and the server barely came by to check on us.
(2)Alex P.
Visited this location today and I have to say, based on a single experience, service was better than the terrible, consistent experiences I've had at the midtown and airport locations. But even here, the waiter did not seem to have very good manners and would repeatedly bulge in the middle of our conversation. The food was very very mediocre, I've had their crepe and it was significantly below my expectations. The ambiance was beautiful just as the other location and I tend to be a sucker for that.
(2)Alex A.
My girlfriend and I had yet another splendid meal at Intermezzo the other night. We've yet to have anything, but a great experience at the Perimeter location and it's been our longtime standby since we often like to eat on the later side and other places close by 9 or 10 PM. We ordered the Chicken Duxelles crepe, baked Brie appetizer, and I had the Parisian turkey on a croissant. It was all fantastic as always. Their good is incredibly consistent and we've tried most of the menu. The service has always been impeccable as well. They're timely and friendly. We know several waiters by name and they remember us. The atmosphere is cozy, but elegant. There is plentiful indoor seating and then there is a large covered patio and an uncovered area with a fountain. I've yet to find a bad table. For drinkers, they have an extensive beverage menu - lots of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. There aren't a lot of wine options, but everything else is plentiful. The drink menu is like 45 pages long. The desert selection is also ridiculous. There is a full case of torts and pies and another full case of various cheesecakes. You can't go wrong. I would recommend this place over and over. It's especially great for couples and even as a first date option.
(5)Holly C.
Friendly and knowledgeable service is slow during peak times. If you have a sweet tooth you will love this place. No dessert menu, but the staff will walk you through the many selections of the day. The beverage menu can be a bit overwhelming, so I recommend you start with your basic cappuccino, generously topped with whipped cream and cinnamon! Great spot for a girls brunch or romantic date night. Original location is in Buckhead, but I prefer this one.
(4)Bayou K.
Great experience! I ordered my fav (Patron Margarita) and it was mixed to perfection. I ordered two, so yes, I was a bit tipsy!! I ordered the New Orleans Jambalaya and it was FANTASTIC!! After the meal I was offered a piece of the Key Lime Cheesecake... I must say I don't like cheesecake at all, but I will say I LOVED this one!!! It was great!
(5)Nancy N.
Despite the hundreds of times I've frequent Atlanta with Cafe Intermezzo on my hit list, I always end up being too full or missing the closing time by 5-10 minutes. FINALLY, I was able to stop by and check it out! For my Charlotteans, this place is essentially a more formal, quiet and elegant version of Amelie's. It is the perfect dessert place for after dinner or a first date. The ambiance is intimate and very romantic, especially at night. Chandeliers hover over beautifully clothed tables, complementing the fresh flowers and dimly lit candles. It was the perfect classic European vibe. The menu is extensive from savory to sweet crepes, salads, seafood, hors d'oeuvres and much much more. Our main focus was THE DESSERT. Two FULL glass cases taunt you with their amazing selection of cakes and treats. Careful, these cakes rack up a pretty dense bill at around $7+ per slice. Just a warning for the foodies and people with a sweet tooth out there. Personally, I'm guilty of both. We decided to each pick a treat and share. I always recommend family style for everything. Gives me a perfect excuse to try everyone's food! My favorite was the Creme Brulee Cheesecake. It tasted exactly like creme brulee in cheesecake form. The cake was fluffy with a little bit of crunch from the toasted sugar typically on top of creme brulee. I was also eyeing the homemade gelato, but will definitely keep Intermezzo in mind for next time!
(4)A M.
This branch constantly disappoints me. If it's a Friday or Saturday night, be prepared to wait at least 45 mins for your order. The another 30 mins for the check and 15 mins for your credit card. This place is a great example of complete mismanagement. The staff is seen running around frustrated and clueless. They often bring wrong orders and then try to justify why what you got is what you ordered. Hot coffees are usually lukewarm by the time they arrive at your table. Ice cream has melted for having been left on the tray for too long. Little to no management, overworked staff, and no customer service define this establishment on weekends. One of the staff members I spoke with had to skip dinners every night due to work. No wonder some of them are cranky. It's only a matter of time before this place starts loosing customer base due to bad management.
(1)Venkat R.
Man what do I say.. At a point of time this was the place I used to hang out every other week . The service has become utterly horrible. Slow , inconsistent and just plain rude . I'm genuinely sad and wouldn't recommend anyone to visit the dunwoody location . Firstly , no one EVER refilled the ONE glass of water we had . Secondly, the table has something sticky / icky on it and it stuck to my hand , so I asked the waiter to change the table , well they moved us and promptly got someone else to sit on it without even cleaning that , who does that!! The coffee I had seemed to have been made an eternity before it was brought out to us ,it was cold ! Apart from all this the food is still decent , but why would I wait half hour to just pay the bill . We were there for two appetizers and coffee and were forced to sit there for almost 2 and a half hours . Yes it's a nice place and no I don't want to spend the rest of my night there. Coming to the rudeness, we wanted to pick a cake , instead of a slice we wanted half a slab of cake they had , we asked for it and were told to go to the bar to pay for it after presenting the note the waiter gave (for the cake we chose) . Well she forgot to mention we wanted the slab of cake and not the slice . The person billing goes on a rant and says she doesn't understand and she doesn't have time for all this and tells me to go get it corrected back at the cake counter. That's just rude and disrespectful . I'm done with this place. They are either understaffed or the employees just have a bad attitude and I don't know if the management even realizes this. Well they better realize that or they ll loose their regular customers.
(1)Nadia H.
The ambience here is very romantic-great lighting, decor, seating, etc. The cakes are very dry. The other desserts, like the Crepes, are very delicious. Almost any drink you order will be tasty. However, the service here is consistently mediocre. You'll have to wait unreasonably long to receive your orders, to get water refills, and finally to get your check. I generally avoid this place, but it's admittedly very cute.
(3)Shay L.
This is a great place to meet with friends for Deseret, dinner or just coffee! It's very intimate, which makes great for a date! Their menu is like a book, so many drinks to choose from. Everything I've had is great! I love the selection of cakes and desserts! German chocolate, the all chocolate cake and the cheesecakes are amazing! Hands down its one of my favorite places to go!
(5)IntlFoodie A.
Just left from another fantastic afternoon at Cafe Intermezzo. It is one of my favourite spots to enjoy a good conversation with music, media and fashion bloggers. Looks like the menu has recently changed...like in the past month because I go there for a lot of meetings. The lovely person that attended to us was named Gary or Greg? Sorry, I should have remembered. He was very nice! Very patient and professional yet super friendly! That's always a plus. The staff at this location has changed for the better. I've really enjoyed my past 8 visits. Today I got an item that I have not ordered there before in the 3 years that I've been frequenting CI. I had a crepe... an egg, gouda+cheddar crepe and it was so darn good I'm eager to go back and have another. Better than my mother's and that's saying a lot! My new friend had an egg and cheese omelette with toast and raspberry jam (we like breakfast items at night). We of course couldn't leave without their famous desserts - I re-tried the turtle cheesecake and she had the heavenly lemon cake. Our meals were pretty big so we got to-go boxes. We sat on the patio - which is rare for me in the Georgia heat but the breeze was going and it had just rained... perfect setting. I had a blast. Hope to go again soon!
(5)Myke T.
Definitely not better than the one in Peachtree Street! Food and desserts were just "okay." A shame for the price... Tsk tsk
(3)Ari R.
The only thing I remember having off the menu was the Hibiscus Martini. It was the greatest thing I've ever put in my mouth. I cannot wait to come back for another! The drink menu is extensive, so it was hard to choose just one.
(4)Julie I.
Never had horrible service here ever until a friend & I got sat down with this server. First off, I can say he will assume he knows what you like And order it for you without your consent. He ordered a drink for my friend and she did not like it & after I told him about it he just ignored us the rest of the night. I am a server I know how things run in the restaurant industry. If a customer complains about something you do your best to fix it. If not then apologize rather than act arrogant and ignore us . Was it because we looked young? It should never be about that. If I stack up the plates for you to take to the back so you don't have to worry about cleaning up shouldn't that mean I'm finished with my food & were ready for the check? He walked past us about 10 times EVEN LOOKED at us and did not say word. I wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt thinking he's busy but his section looked pretty clear to me. By far the worst service. Oh, & his name is Webb. If anything Mike has served us previously plenty of times and has always been fantastic, nonjudgmental & very diplomatic.
(1)Hiba W.
its a great place.. the ambience is really beautiful. i ordered cheesecake and coffee! was delicious.. will definitley go back to try more of their main items i like they way they have done their interior designing.. its eye catching highly recommended if you are looking for a nice formal place to go
(5)Michael W.
I have visited this place for almost 20 years. I do not come here a lot as the crowds are ridiculous and the parking at Park Place is tough. Decided to go last night which will be my last time unfortunately. After waiting and being seated the waitress came over and took our drink order. We were just having dessert so to do this you walk up to the dessert cases and they give you a tour. There has to be a better process as this area is very crowded, and people are all over each other. So the dessert person explains the first case and does great. We make our way down to the second case to a different person who does not know a lot about the desserts, really acts like he does not care and his only function from what I can tell is to explain desserts in this assigned case. So I pick a dessert go back to my table and guess what happened. They had seated someone else at our table. Okay keep in mind we already ordered drinks. We explain to the people sitting at our table and they do not get up. So the hostess comes over and moves them. Our waitress comes by and gets our dessert order. Okay it gets better. We ordered 2 coffee drinks that when delivered were cold. No these were not cold coffee drinks. Then after all this the waitress comes to our table and tells me that the dessert that I ordered after it was explained in detail what it was now was no longer available. The only reason that I gave this place two stars is the coconut cream pie I ordered as backup was amazing.
(2)S. R.
Cafe Intermezzo is one of my favorite go-to spots for late night dessert. I always order the same thing: Strawberry tea with the berry tart. The service at this location is really good and the atmosphere is the same as the one in midtown. Parking is fairly easy most nights but sometimes there is a long wait. All in all, a great place.
(4)Morena K.
The coffee and beverage selections are endless.. And delicious. The cake picking process is a pain to go through when they're busy; the cake bar server made me feel like I was inconveniencing him by asking him the flavors.. Sorry that they're not labeled and this is your job. The cakes are all very delicious, however, none were really "european". They were generic lemon, vanilla, chocolate, etc. The service was slow, but I felt bad for the waiter because he was working a section of 10+ alone on a Saturday evening. Meanwhile there were 4 girls doing "hostessing". Overall, this place needs better management.. I would recommend the Perimeter location instead. It's much less chaotic.
(4)Nonie N.
I haven't eaten lunch or dinner items here so I cannot comment on that, but I've had numerous cakes and coffees and they have all been truly amazing. My favorite drink is a non coffee, called Hot chocolate berlin. It is so good I could that I would describe it as heaven in my mouth. If starbucks had coffee even half as good as this place I would probably be broke buying it every day. The cake slices are decadent and definitely full of flavor and density. This is not the place for people who are afraid of sugar and indulgence!
(5)Food L.
Always a great choice. I've honestly never had a bad experience here. The hostess, Bree, went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of. Fantastic.
(5)Nicole M.
While pricey,the drinks and desserts are definitely worth it. You could probably go there every day of the year without repeating the beverages. The atmosphere is a nice, bustling one, with enough privacy for a conversation, and the dim lighting mellowing you out. Yes, it can take a while for you to get seated if it's a busy night, but that's anywhere. The service is variable- it depends on who is your server. I went twice, and once my waiter was this older gentleman who was rude, ill-mannered and we had to literally grab him by the sleeve to get straws, order, and later to get our check. However, I also went on NYE and Lorraine was absolutely fantastic- she was cheerful, professional and speedy, even though the place was packed. All in all, 4 stars :)
(4)Samantha J.
I am sitting in the cafe now. I would love to say my food and coffee are wonderful but my food is now cold and so is my coffee. Why? Because the waitress, after asking twice, has yet to bring silverware. Very disappointed in this service! I used to enjoy this spot but tonight was highly disappointing. I am not sure I will come back. I will say that my cold crepe was ok. My friend's cheesecake was wonderful. The service killed the pleasure of visiting here tonight. I do want to check out the new midtown location!
(2)Maggie J.
I absolutely love this place. After frequenting the Buckhead location for years and always putting up with bad service and paying for parking, this location is incredible! Excellent service, free parking and delicious food!
(5)Slim M.
Gooey, cheesy, spinachey goodness. Yes, I know. "Spinachey" is not a word. People, I am referring to the spinach cheese dip. It's only an appetizer, but it is perfection on bread or crackers. It was thick, cheesy, full of flavor and perfect. I saw the spinach in the dip, I tasted it, too- but I couldn't pay it much attention. I'm all about the cheese, y'all. A + for the dip with bread/crackers. Highly recommended!!!! Our waiter was very friendly, yet not the most prompt. I could tell that he was trying to keep up with everything, so we didn't give him a hard time. I ordered the French toast with strawberries & powdered sugar on top, and I was not let down. To start off, I don't even know how many slices I had, but it was a lot. And to be honest, I was halfway full after the spinach dip and bread... wow. Now that I think about it, I had a lot of bread that morning. Eek. The French toast was very good. It was hot, kind of crispy on the outside, and just yummy all around. I didn't even use syrup for most of it. The powdered sugar and cinnamon was enough. I tried the exotic grape wine tea. It was really tasty, especially after adding a couple sugar cubes to it. By the way, that exotic tea/beverage menu was lengthy! It made it quite difficult to choose which one to order, but that just makes me want to come back and try a different one. It was a moderate crowd around 2 P.M. The noise level picked up a little bit. The ambiance is very nice. I love the way the place looks. The bugs flying around due to the doors being open? Totally didn't match the rest of the scene. Close those doors, y'all. We chose to sit INside for a reason. Other than that, wonderful experience. The food was great, the surroundings were nice, the service was fair- a bit slow, but not horrific. It's a good place to sit down and grab a bite. Would definitely come back and I highly recommend them.
(5)Mikaela Z.
Was expecting the clouds to part and angels to come down and dance in my mouth as I ate dessert based on the reviews here. Wasn't super impressed, but maybe my expectations were too high. Husband and I got the Bailey's cheescake. Tasted like plain cheesecake to me. With chocolate on top. That was disappointing. And at almost $9 for a single (not very big) slice, I was expecting to at least think it was great, if not excellent. It was even a little melty, which was weird because it really wasn't hot out when we went, we sat inside, and the cheesecake was in a cooler before. The ambiance is very nice. I think I'd like to be taken here on a first date for drinks and dessert if I was single. But for the most part I'd rather head to Cheesecake Factory for some seriously awesome cheesecake. Unless they show up on ScoutMob again, we probably won't be back.
(3)Cristina S.
I've been here twice and both time the desserts and food were just okay. I do think its a nice little intimate spot for dates. It would be good for after dinner coffee or a drinks, but I wouldn't eat anything. The service was average (nothing too bad and nothing over average).
(3)Alicia M.
This place totally pulls at my heart strings! I came here for a meetup with Girls Night Out Atlanta and for 25 bucks we had a wine tasting with 6 drink tickets for 2 oz glasses of wine. There was light bites they are absolutely delicious! The restaurant is gorgeous and is perfect for a date night, girls night, or night out solo :-)
(5)Lisa Y.
Came by tonight, and it was only my second time here. VERY DIM! IF that's a problem for people. The nutella-strawberry crepe was delicious. The fruit platter was.. alright, but did not find it worth $11. Cute place for a date night, or just a place to go to chill and catch up and talk. It was pretty hot in there though which was not what I enjoy, especially since it was HOT and HUMID outside. The sweet tea and water was not fully iced, and the fruit platter was also not as cold as I would of liked it. But overall, it's a cool spot.
(4)Kashif K.
Why do restaurants discontinue the menu items I love? Before anybody tells me, yes, I know I am not their only customer and the world does not revolve around me. That explanation, valid as it is, does not make it any less heartbreaking for me (as much of a narcissist as that makes me). Cafe Intermezzo used to serve some scrumptious crab cake benedict for breakfast, and the crab cakes had a kick lent to them by diced jalapenos. What's not to love about that? Well, their other menu items, such as the turkey burger (with a wasabi mayo on a poppy seed bun) and black bean burger (with chipotle mayo) are very tasty too. But you really go to Intermezzo for dessert, and I've tried almost all of their 200+ desserts. The Bosco is still may favorite!
(4)Michaael S.
Atmosphere is good. the coffee came luke warm and when they heated it, it was too hot. The cakes and coffee took about 20 minutes on a Tuesday evening. The host wasn't nice and made us feel unwelcome.
(1)Sandi H.
Being a late night person, I have enjoyed going to cafe intermezzo for many years for desert. Which I began long before they offered regular"food" Recently, I went with a group of friends after an event and we were all very hungry, I explained that while the deserts were good, that I had never had anything thing good from the "food" menu. So, we thought we would have breakfast ( really how can you mess that up?!) we all order Eggs Benedict, I knew we were in trouble when our server returned and ask us how we wanted our eggs cooked. But being ever the optimist I thought ok, it's just an English muffin, ham, poached egg & hollandaise sauce (that you can buy it in a jar if you can't mix egg yolks, lemon & butter together). Surely easy enough for the most basic of cooks. Was I ever WRONG,about 45 mins later, it was god awful! The Hollandaise was a green slimy goo, that had food poison written all over it, the eggs were hard boiled, the ham & english muffin were cold. We all sent it back and ask for a manager. Some very young woman came to the table and rudely said "Like that's how we make it & we took it back so what's the big deal?" We order desserts because we were starving, I adore the Bosco a Swedish desert & other than the ever shrinking portion size it's a 5 star delight. My friends all enjoyed their desert too. However when the bill came we were charged for 1 of the Eggs Benedict 's when we ask them to remove it we were told that 1 member in our party had eaten 1/2 of 1 of her English muffins and did we expect to eat for free? (Remember we came in Hungry) How appalling! In most restaurants our entire ticket would have been comped over the horrible food, (for example, I got take out at the Cheesecake Factory & they forgot my salad dressing, they sent me a gift card & when I came in to use it comped my desert) but at the Cafe Intermezzo we were charged for a whole meal because a few bite were taken out of the English muffin?! Needless to say Cafe Intermezzo management, in the internet age, reviews can make or break your business and the only reason I gave you two stars is because of the Bosco. I urge everyone to just stick to the deserts here, as I said in the beginning of my review, I have Never had a single edible "meal" here & I have tried several. Soggy crepes, a stick in a mushroom dish, 4 shrimp on the large quesadilla... Stay with the expensive deserts and over priced drinks if you eat here! But, Beware of the food!
(2)Farrah B.
The biggest point for me on this place is the atmosphere; I absolutely love it! This location in particular is my favorite because parking is miles easier than the Midtown location, although I've honestly never been to the one by the airport. It has a semi-formal feel, but even if you're not all fancied up you don't feel out of place. It is a European cafe kind of deal, and their drink menu is HUGE. Overwhelming for someone as indecisive as myself, but it's really a good kind of problem to have so many options you don't know where to start, am I right? They have a great menu, as well. Over the past few years, I've gotten their hummus platter, black bean burger, and the almond avocado salad. Each one was fantastic, my favorite being the almond avocado salad (love the dressing! I also added diced beets to mine). One of my servers the last time I went was awesome, so it just made the experience that much better (thanks, Jason!).
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