Jamarcus T.
Yelp
Not being sure of where to go to lunch, we decided on Mellow Mushroom because we were in the area, and pizza is always a good idea. It also didn't hurt that they had a free salad with your yelp check in, so definitely a win there!
First thing you'll notice is the size of this mellow mushroom. Tons of outdoor seating and lots of seating inside too. The large statues of funny looking characters and art work littered the insides and the walls, making the experience colorful, and yes, mellow even.
Going on columbus day, we were told no lunch menus were available (i.e. no pizza by the slice), so we instead ordered a whole pie and got their Holy Shitake pie ($19.99). My date also got the enlightened spinach salad ($5.49) and for a yelp check in we got the Ceasar salad (normally $5.49)
Starting with the spinach salad, this was an attractive salad! In the salad were apples, pecan halves, dried cherries, and feta cheese crumbles. Very fresh, and while I didn't try it, I was told it was delicious! I also did not try the Ceasar salad, but again, was told it was really good!
The Holy shitake pie, which caught my eye from the name alone, was also a very good pie, and if you're a mushroom fan like me, you'd agree. On the pie came caramelized onions, mozzarella, garlic aioli swirl and black trufffle oil. Mushrooms that came with were button, shitake and portobello, all on an olive oil and garlic base. We also added a topping ($2 per topping...Sausage)
The holy shitake pie (the medium) gives you about 6 slices, so plenty to go take home between two people. I did like the flavor of the pie all around, though I could've done without the aioli swirl. It was messy and detracted from the flavors I think.
Located in the Midtown Promenade Shopping center, Parking here is shared between the likes of Starbucks, Trader Joes, and other shops, which make this small lot so busy. Parking can sometimes be tight, but we did find parking, and while getting in the lot is easy, if it weren't for the red light exit, getting out would be a nightmare.
I like this mellow mushroom. Close to piedmont park and the belt line, good service and quickish service make this a place i'm sure i'll find myself visiting again.