Since being named a "Best New Restaurant in America" in 2006 by Esquire, Ecco has become one of Atlanta's, and the Southeast's, most recognized and renowned restaurants. The seasonal European menu tempts with delicious meat and cheese boards, housemade pastas, authentic wood-fired pizzas and mouthwatering desserts. The restaurant also features an adventurous, nationally-recognized wine list representing both boutique and well-known European vinyards with many exclusive selections. Featuring award-winning design including an over-sized bar, a large, open-air patio and a breathtakingly beautiful main dining room, Ecco is completely unique, yet comfortable. Whether with a large party, enjoying a romantic dinner or simply having a bite at the bar, Ecco is sure to become one of your favorite intown neighborhood dining spots.

Executive Chef Craig Richards (pictured right)
Chef Richards began his culinary career in 1998 at Pachamama's and from there, he took the culinary world by storm at Lidia’s Kansas City working his way from senior line cook to sous chef. He trained under the renowned first lady of Italian cuisine, Lidia Bastianich, one of the most-loved chefs on television, a best-selling cookbook author and restaurateur. In 2001, Richards was named Executive chef at Lidia's in Pittsburgh. He also served as Executive Chef at Fifth Group Restaurants' Italian concept, La Tavola from 2005 to 2010.

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