Attention Carnivores

On Thursday, Slick took me on a date to Abattoir. If you haven’t heard about it already, Abattoir is part of the Star Provisions group (www.starprovisions.com) and is located in the old meat packing plant in the White Provisions development off Howell Mill. I’ve never been remotely disappointed in a meal at a Star Provisions restaurant (my favorites of which are Bacchanalia and, of course, Quinones) and was super excited to see what all the hype has been about the newest restaurant to the group. Here are five things you must know (Q+DD) about Abattoir:

1 – The restaurant’s name means “slaughterhouse” in French. Sexy, I know.

2 – Abattoir specializes in “whole animal cuisine” – a term referring to the use of every functional piece of the animal. Yes, there is lardo (the thick layer of fat under the skin of a pig), tripe (innards), feet and tongue on the menu. No, I did not try any of them. But, I did eat quite a bit of this furry animal…

3 – Abattoir is not incredibly easily to find. It’s across the foot bridge from the Star Provisions complex.

4 – The atmosphere is really cool. The design aesthetic is reminiscent of a modern barn. Actually, smelled a little like a barn, too. Check out the light fixtures – they are rad.

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5 – Be brave when ordering – and don’t be afraid to ask your server to decode the menu. It’s good to test your palate! (Also, check out the creative mixed drinks and beer list.)

Slick and I started with the beef jerky (my favorite) from the “snacks” section and a bottle of viognier, which after a brief French lesson he learned to pronounce. Then, we ordered cured pork (not my favorite) and pickled shrimp from the adorable “food in a jar” section. For our entrees, I had the roasted trout and he ordered the rabbit with bratwurst. We both thought the rabbit was incredibly tender and flavorful. Never one to pass up a dessert menu, I talked Slick into the beignets with bacon.

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They. were. amazing.

We left satiated, but not stuffed, and proud of ourselves for (1) finding the restaurant and (2) being open to trying new foods – or at least reading about them on the menu… Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The price seemed right and the food was incredibly creative. In a city that will deep fry the flavor out of pretty much any meat, Abattoir is a culinary oasis for adventuresome foodies and brave carnivores.

Bon appétit!

xx, L

ABATTOIR
1170 Howell Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30318
404.892.3335
Tuesday – Saturday: Dinner served starting at 5:00 p.m.
Accept reservations