a mano
Italian restaurant · Atlanta
587 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Highlights
Handmade pasta, seasonal Italian dishes, snug bar, cozy patio
Handmade pasta, seasonal Italian dishes, snug bar, cozy patio
"A Mano, an Italian restaurant in a quiet residential stretch of Old Fourth Ward, hits the sweet spot between semi-polished date night and low-key neighborhood hangout. String lights draped inside set the low-pressure mood—perfect for when your flirt game is still buffering, or a friend hangout where volume control drops with every pour. Servers weave through a packed dining room with steaming plates of rich Pesto E Pomodoro, creating an atmosphere that’s lively but not chaotic. And Downstairs, there’s a small covered patio with gravel floors and bench seating that feels secluded and cozy, even when it’s full. photo credit: Amy Sinclair photo credit: Amy Sinclair photo credit: Amy Sinclair photo credit: Amy Sinclair Pause Unmute Since A Mano means “by hand,” the pastas here are, of course, housemade. The menu also changes seasonally. But when you see the Bucatini Alla Bolgonese, get it. The thick, chewy noodles are wrapped in a meaty ragu and topped with rich ricotta—and it will atone up for any hurdles you had finding parking. Food Rundown Eggplant Parmesan You get three hefty slices of eggplant with a crisp, herby crust and a soft center, blanketed in red sauce and finely grated parmesan. A standout—get it. photo credit: Amy Sinclair Fig Salad Crunchy greens, walnuts, and a fig-sweet balance under a light, creamy vinaigrette. Simple but great. photo credit: Amy Sinclair Pesto E Pomodoro Rigatoni is tossed in a sundried tomato pesto sauce, with asparagus, tomatoes, tender rapini, tangy feta, and fennel fronds. It's nutty, cheesy, and earthy all at the same time. This is a solid move. photo credit: Amy Sinclair Bucatini Alla Bolognese Thick bucatini cuddle in a meaty beef ragu, topped with a scoop of smooth ricotta. Rich, cozy, and exactly what you want it to be. PlayMute Charred Cabbage Charred and piled high with romesco, olive relish, and toasted almonds—it’s technically a vegetable side, but with all that’s going on, it’s more like an overachieving salad. photo credit: Amy Sinclair Chocolate Torte You get a dense slice of chocolate cake with espresso caramel, whipped cream, and powdered espresso sugar. Not too sweet, not too heavy—Goldilocks-style, just right. photo credit: Amy Sinclair" - Jacinta Howard
"An Atlanta staple, this cozy, wood-laden neighborhood bistro in Old Fourth Ward serves pasta with a bit of Southern flare on its menu, and lots of in-season vegetables, too. Order the classic cacio e pepe or try the pesto rigatoni with almond pesto, peas, fennel, garlic, fried vidalia onion, courgette, and a side herb salad. Be sure to check out the extensive amari list, which can be enjoyed before or after a meal." - Eater Staff
"This cozy, wood-laden neighborhood bistro in the Old Fourth Ward serves a tight menu of pastas with a bit of Southern flare on its menu paired with plenty of in-season vegetables. Order the classic cacio e pepe or try the fusilli with diver scallops, chard, and mushrooms tossed in a light cream sauce. A Mano also serves lunch and offers restaurant pop-ups in its parking lot on weekends. Grab a seat on the covered deck or on the front garden patio below while sipping cocktails or drinking natural wine." - Henna Bakshi
"While it may be an Italian restaurant, a mano’s burger (currently only served for lunch) gives you the feeling that you’ve discovered the most unlikely treasure tucked into this Italian restaurant’s menu. They use a pretzel bun from Alon’s, freshly ground ribeye, melted gruyere, a homemade onion jam, and horseradish mayo made from scratch." - Beth McKibben, Alex Leo-Guerra
"The menu at a mano features an assortment of pasta dishes and Italian-inspired entrees. Pair a decadent carbonara, topped with pancetta, parmesan, spring peas and a farm egg, with a generous pour of Dolcetto d’Alba from the Piedmont region of Italy." - Denise K. James
