Seize the Day at Apre Diem
Apre Diem has my heart.
A stones throw from Atlanta’s Piedmont Park and next to the Landmark Midtown Art Cinema, Apre Diem is a restaurant I have frequented since it opened, after its predecessor (Café Diem) left its Highlands location. While Apre Diem has its skeptics, and it is true that the service leaves something to be desired, and there have been times when friends have not been pleased with their food, I find myself relaxed and at ease each and every time I enter. Its vibe is chill, there is indoor/outdoor seating, and the clientele represents all walks of life, from all over the globe. And, part of its coffeehouse charm is that you can hang around, virtually uninterrupted outdoors on the patio.
Open seven days a week, patrons can hang out with friend, sit quietly and read a book, and/or take advantage of the free WiFi. The kitchen serves for lunch, dinner, or a late cap, as Friday and Saturdays are Apre Diem’s 2AM late nights. Check with them about specialty nights, like Salsa on the second Tuesday of the month or Jazz Wednesdays.
As far as the food, I have always enjoyed the eats at Apre Diem. There have been times I decided on just appetizers, and times when the entree had been the main event. Its actually one of the few places that I have not just “stuck” with a favorite. In fact, I have tried many entrée specials and many menu items, never having a bad dish: the Baba Ghanouj, Calamari, the Roasted Portobello, the Salmon Farfalle, and most recently, the Fattoush Salad (shown here).
There is one word of caution I must let you know, however, since it is a hot button for many. Patrons are able to smoke on both the outdoor patio and inside the restaurant. This can be a bit irritating for those of us who choose not to inhale cancer-causing toxins.
Après Diem
931 Monroe Drive
Suite C-103
Atlanta, Georgia 30308
404.872.3333
www.apresdiem.com
email: info@apresdiem.com
