Olmsted

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Olmsted is now open on the main level of the former Trois space.

Its the first venture into Midtown by Legacy Restaurant Partners, which operates several other restaurants in the Luckie Marietta District.

With its name, the new 9,500-square-foot combined restaurant and event space pays homage to the memory of Frederick Law Olmsted, known as “thefather of landscape design,” and the shaping of modern-day Atlanta.(Inman Park and Druid Hills fall in his design repertoire along with New York’sCentral Park and Washington D.C.’s Capitol ground, among others.)

Executive Chef Bernie McDonough serves an executive-style lunch experience with sophisticated service Monday through Friday. On the weekends, Olmsted offers brunch in the garden. In the evenings and on the weekends afterbrunch, the chic space will remain a private event venue for alloccasions.  Private events can also takeplace during lunch hours on the third floor.

I stopped by yesterday to try out a few menu items.

Pimento cheese ($9) is bright orange, thanks to the welcome addition of peppadew peppers that add color plus zesty spice:

Photo by Hope S. Philbrick

Deviled eggs and candied homemade bacon ($8) make for another yummy starter. It's been well documented that I'm no fan of bacon, but these strips make a compelling case for reconsidering that stance. They're dark and crispy like I prefer. The deviled eggs pack just the perfect amount of spicy heat.

Photo by Hope S. Philbrick

B&B Lobster Roll ($20) is delish. It comes with big chunks of fresh-picked lobster, lemon mayo, celery and a side of coleslaw. You can choose a second side, such as the black beans and brown rice shown here. But I snagged a French fry off my dining companion's plate and recommend ordering those slender crispy-yet-tender treats.

Photo by Hope S. Philbrick

Dessert options include a triple fudge brownie and sliced apple and bourbon caramel trifle (both $6).

Photo by Hope S. Philbrick

Bottom Line: Plan your next business luncheon here.