The Cheesecake Factory Atlanta-Buckhead

I have always thought of myself as somewhat of a Cheesecake Factory snob. I have eaten at more than a dozen of these restaurants in different cities, some of which were impressive, and some that were disappointing at best. I recently ate dinner at The Cheesecake Factory in Norcross, Georgia, and if I'm rating on a scale of one to 10 in comparison to the others, I would give the restaurant a seven.

The Cheesecake Factory Atlanta-Buckhead is at 3024 Peachtree Road, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30305. (404) 816-2555 www.cheesecakefactory.com

Hours of Operation are:

Monday - Thursday

11:30 am - 11:00 pm

Friday & Saturday

11:30 am - 12:30 am

Sunday

10:00 am - 11:00 pm

There is complimentary valet parking, although we did not utilize the service. If I were to go back, I would take advantage of it, though, because it took us a few minutes to find parking. The restaurant is located outside a busy mall next to several other popular chain restaurants such as Maggiano's and Pf Chang's. Imagine this on a Friday night and be thankful someone is willing to park your car for you!

One of the things I have always loved about the Cheesecake Factory is their unique décor. All restaurants have the same pillars, blown glass fixtures, and all murals. The setting is trendy and fun but comfortable. Dress code is casual, although at first glance, it may feel more upscale.

I was surprised that for a Friday night, the restaurant did not have a wait. I have waited up to three hours to be seated at a CF before, and I was expecting at least an hour. We did arrive after nine, however, and things might have just been winding down. We were seated immediately in a comfortable booth in a corner.

Service at the Cheesecake Factory is one of the chain's few inconsistencies. I have been to some locations and had excellent and attentive service. I have also been to some where I was shocked at how poorly my dining companions and I were treated. I would say that this particular restaurant was better than some in terms of service but nothing to rave about.