Robert G.
Yelp
Okay, I did it. I went back to the Village Corner, the renowned German bakery - restaurant - pub at the top end of the historic village in Stone Mountain. And I went back for a proper meal.
I looked over the lunch/brunch menu and soon knew what I wanted. It was the chicken in wine sauce. The server, who was very outgoing, told me that I had made a good choice and that she also likes this dish.
The chicken was tender and flavorful, the vegetables were nicely prepared, and, for the first time in my life, I enjoyed the spaetzle. In the past, friends and neighbors from the Teutonic world (yes, growing up in Los Angeles, people could safely discuss each other's nationalities and really get into it) would prepare it and it was heavier and doughier. I wasn't convinced on spaetzle. That wasn't the case at Village Corner. The pieces were smaller, tasty, had a nice consistency ... and were quickly gone. I ordered a soft drink to go with the meal. I wanted to mention that these ladies sitting across from me were into their meals. I asked one what nicely presented platter she had ordered, and it was the jaeger schnitzel, a breaded pork loin with accompaniments, and she raved about it and said she likes to come here for that dish.
The inside of the restaurant is old-school German, hence similar to eateries you might visit in Leavenworth, WA. It makes for a fun atmosphere. And, since we're at about the 34th parallel, there is also a patio to eat or drink outside. People were indeed using it.
I believe that the portion was lunch sized. I was not bogged down, but I always want more food when I like what I've eaten. This isn't new. However, it seemed appropriate and made for a nice lunch.
Again, I've been to the Village Corner's bakery a time or two or three, but this time it was to try the eatery for a regular meal. I'm glad I did. Perhaps a person can alternate between regular meal visits and bakery visits, because the desserts are true to form and filling. At the Village Corner, it's all good.