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Welcome to Nàdair
Nestled in Atlanta, Nàdair seamlessly blends Scottish heritage with Southern comfort. Chef Kevin Gillespie crafts an exquisite dining experience with a focus on thoughtful ingredients and imaginative dishes, showcased through a diverse tasting menu. The warm, inviting atmosphere, adorned with charming Scottish decor, enhances the experience, encouraging memorable gatherings. Patrons rave about standout dishes like the Confit of Moulard Duck and vegetarian haggis, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors. The dedicated service complements the culinary artistry, making every visit feel special. Nàdair promises an extraordinary journey for those seeking a unique dining adventure.
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About
Nàdair
Welcome to Nàdair, a hidden gem nestled on 1123 Zonolite Rd NE in Atlanta, GA, where culinary excellence meets a warm, inviting atmosphere. Helmed by the talented Chef Kevin Gillespie, Nàdair beautifully combines Southern comfort with Scottish tradition, offering an unforgettable dining experience that has rapidly become a cornerstone of Atlanta's vibrant food scene.
Upon entering Nàdair, guests are greeted by a cozy ambiance, thanks to its charming decor reminiscent of Scotland. The hunter green walls and plush leather banquettes create a refined yet intimate setting, perfect for a special date night or a memorable celebration. The attentive staff, including the highly praised Keenan, elevate the experience with their impeccable service and deep knowledge of the menu and beverage pairings.
The culinary journey at Nàdair offers a variety of choices, including a luxurious six-course tasting menu or a delightful three-course option. Each dish is a masterpiece, with thoughtful presentation and a deliberate focus on flavor. Highlights include:
- Confit of Moulard Duck with poached apple, braised winter greens, hot mustard, and fried duck skin — a standout that leaves diners raving.
- Vegetarian Haggis paired with smoked butternut squash — an exquisite blend of textures and flavors, showcasing innovation while honoring tradition.
- Sticky Toffee Pudding and spice cake for dessert — rich and satisfying, ensuring every sweet tooth leaves happy.
Furthermore, Nàdair features a thoughtfully curated selection of beverages, including unique craft beers like the Sullivan’s Maltings Irish Ale and Innis & Gunn Scottish Golden, designed to perfectly complement the dishes. The deep collection of single malts and innovative cocktails also invites exploration, enhancing the dining experience.
The passion Chef Gillespie and his team bring to every aspect of Nàdair makes it a rare find. Many patrons, like Kimberly Bertrand and Michael Twa, remark on the delightful surprises throughout their meals, expressing how every bite feels purposeful and well-executed. It’s not just a meal but a culinary adventure that invites guests to return time and time again.
For anyone seeking a blend of Southern and Scottish cuisine with remarkable creativity, Nàdair is a must-visit destination in Atlanta. With its inviting atmosphere, exceptional service, and extraordinary food, it's easy to see why diners are already planning their next visits before they even finish their first.
People talk
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“ Can’t believe it took us this long to get to Nadair— truly a masterpiece, Chef Kevin Gillespie. Elegant, thoughtful, restrained, and deeply comforting, every dish in the 6-course tasting menu (which felt more like 9 with the extra surprises) was a delight. The Confit of Moulard Duck with Poached Apple, Braised Winter Greens, Hot Mustard & Fried Duck Skin stole the show for me. Impeccable service (Keenan was AMAZING), a stellar beverage program, and a cozy, intimate atmosphere (perfect for date night — no shouting required) made for such a special evening. Already looking forward to our next visit. ”
“ We were blessed to get a seating tonight for the 3 course tasting menu at Nadair ( Nud Air). The decor harkens you to Scotland with the hunter green walls, nice use of plaids and buttery soft leather banquette seating. The service is IMPECCABLE. Not invasive or intrusive, perfectly attentive, friendly and very knowledgeable. Keenan was spot ON with all of his recommendations. I was going to order a roasty nail cocktail but he suggested it was an after dinner drink and I did wait for it for after dinner and that was a perfect dessert compliment with the flavorful amaros. The serving sizes are perfect, not huge American overflowing plates! Every ingredient is thoughtful and purposeful. The food is Southern with nods to Scotland (Chef Gillespie's heritage) and the Pacific Northwest. I'll post pictures of our choices. We enjoyed every course and cannot wait to go back!! ”
“ A jewel in Atlanta’s vibrant food scene. Came for a birthday celebration. Received vip treatment including a signed and sealed copy of the menu, which was a classy and memorable touch. Service was attentive, and gave wonderful recs on how to best experience the meal that were on point. For those not familiar with Scottish food, this is an amazing introduction. For those who know...you know. :) The bar has a deep collection of collectible and top shelf single malts and a very cool vibe. ”
“ I don’t think I can say enough good things about Nadair! I am a total fan girl of Kevin (the owner and head chef) but he doesn’t ever disappoint. I thought Nadair would be a once in a lifetime opportunity but to be honest I don’t want to only go once. I want to go for EVERY occasion- and I will!!!! And here is why.... (Yes, it is a mnemonic device) It is... 1. Nice 2. Appetizing 3. Devine 4. Amazing 5. Imaginative 6. Rare 1. Nice- everything is nice. The location, the atmosphere, the concept, and most importantly the people. You feel like you are driving to an industrial random building- which you kind of are but parking is easy and the restaurant is big! Inside it feels very homey and inviting with warmth. The decor did remind me of Scotland too! I love how the concept is Scottish food with unique twists. I also love the concept of picking from a three course menu or doing the six course tasting. We did the 3-course and can’t wait to go back and do the six. As soon as you walk in you are greeted with a smile and treated like their number one customer the whole time you are there. 2. Appetizing. You come for the food I know. And you won’t be disappointed. We started with an unexpected amuse bouche. It was the best one bite I have ever experienced- I jokingly asked for more. Then we received our appetizers which left us so happy as we order the Terrine and crab salad. After they delivered scones surprisingly and the butter with those was so good I was piling it on. For entrees we got the wagyu and pork loin chop. The desserts we ordered were sticky toffee pudding and their special spice cake. They wrapped up the meal with another mini dessert sample of shortbread and moose. 3. Devine. EVERYTHING WE HAD WAS DEVINE- nothing negative at all to say. I wanted to lick every plate and desired more. The appetizers had strong flavor, the pork loin came with a sweet maple sauce and I couldn’t get enough. The desserts were rich too! 4. Amazing. Everything was just amazing. Every detail from menu, ordering, to serving. 5. Imaginative. The menu was very unique and I have never experienced anything like it. From the crab salad, to sweet pork loin it was all imaginative and you could tell the effort that was put into planning it. The menu changes too! 6. Rare. Nadair is a rare experience that everyone should experience if they can!!! I can’t wait to go back. Thank you Kevin for such an amazing experience and one that I will treasure every time I come back ”
“ Getting to the restaurant feels a little odd because the location is a tiny bit out of the way, but once you're there, it's warm and inviting, just like the staff. The food was incredible and just as much about textures as it was flavors. Portions are perfect and the dinner came out with a near perfect cadence. The blend of Scottish to American cuisine was a very well done mix. You can taste the heritage, but also the innovation. The best bite of the night came with the vegetarian haggis and the smoked butternut squash. That squash took my breath away. Also the mushrooms were out of this world good. The desserts were perfect too. Just a wonderful night and we will be back. ”
“ What a fun experience at Nadair! The dishes are delicious and creative. It's well thought out combinations with flair. Really enjoyed all of them and dessert was a great cap to the evening. Highly recommend savoring this experience! ”
“ I love the concept and the atmosphere. They keep the tables nicely spaced to create an intimate atmosphere. The service is top notch and the food is amazingly creative, delicious and pays homage to the chef's heritage. We had the 6 course tasting menu and loved the entire experience. ”
“ TL;DR: this was the best three hours of my year so far, and the six course tasting menu was very likely the best meal I have ever had in a restaurant my entire life. There was a considerable debate about the tasting menu versus the prix fixe option, but my dinner companion and I decided that we did not want to experience any FOMO. In many cities you would not be able to find a tasting menu at the Nadair's price. Service was friendly, once the meal started our food came out quickly, but with enough time to enjoy every plate. I am not a drinker and did not get to enjoy the wine pairings, but I appreciate that there are a variety of non-alcoholic choices that include wines and NA beers. The mocktails are a special highlight, with more sophisticated ingredients, not just some common mixture of some random soft drink like ginger beer with syrups. The washrooms attempt to make up for the fact that they are essentially industrial park bathrooms. The cardamom and ginger scented candles used in the washroom and at the entrance to the restaurant have such a lovely smell that inquired into purchasing one (spoiler, they are, and for a price that puts Yankee Candle to shame and smells a thousand times better), and I am not a scented candle person or a scent person. Even the hand soap left me smelling my hands long afterwards to enjoy the lingering scent. Food allergies, which had been provided when making the reservation, were handily accommodated. The substitutions, rather than just a simple ingredient substitution, were separate, thoughtfully created dishes that were more than adequate, and in many cases they felt like an improvement over what they replaced. Dessert was a special highlight, with the most delicious strawberries I've ever eaten, and a trifle loaded with enough liquor to give an occasional drinker like me a slight buzz. I plan to return sooner rather than later to try the prix fixe menu. ”