I do not live in Macon but my friend does. I have gone to this restaurant twice because my friend and I believe it's the best restaurant in Macon. I highly recommend it. However, even though I gave it a five star, they really really need to figure out temperatures of food. Both times, something on our plates were cold. I'm thinking they prepare somethings ahead of time and heat it up. This time my pasta was cold, her grits and corn were cold too. I truly hope they figure this out. I never send back my food or complain, which I didn't do either time. Hoping management reads this and considers figuring out where they are going wrong.

It is not often I give 5 stars for a first time visit, but I would highly recommend this place based on my first dinner experience there. I do love farm to table places since they not only support local farmers but also the results are typically superb. Here, they not only started with the great local ingredients, but the magic came from how they prepared and served it. I started off with their farm fresh salad which included a variety of goodies-- roasted corn, goat cheese, couscous, a blend of different flavors that really worked well. It was nice they didn't supersaturate it with dressing like some places, and the dressing was perfectly light but flavorful. It was such a fresh and delicious salad. Also be sure to say "yes" to their bread if you desire it. It was so amazing--warm and soft on the inside, firmer on the outside. It came with peach in clarified butter--it was heaven. I almost felt a bit of guilt as if I were eating a homemade, exquisite form of a peach pie before my dinner. What a great way to start a meal. I went with the Chantel Farms Ribeye daily special for my entree. It came with buttermilk mashed potatoes on the bottom, followed by the 16 oz charbroiled ribeye, a sweet and sour demi sauce with crispy arugula and mustard seeds on top. Definitely a unique combination of ingredients. I was tempted to ask to hold back the mustard seeds and demi since I typically only like mustard on hot dogs and "gravy" on dry turkey, but decided if I didn't like either, I could just remove them myself. So I left all as is since I wanted to see how all of these flavors and textures worked with each other. I was not disappointed. Though eating a rib eye this way was outside of my comfort zone (I love a simple, grilled rib eye), it was definitely a nice surprise and so full of flavor! I was super happy since I was able to take more than half of it with me so I could enjoy it again later. The service with Tyler also helped set the evening apart from other restaurant visits. His knowledge and perfect level of "checking in on things" added to the fabulous experience. The environment was relaxing and had enough activity from other tables and those at the bar, that made it very energizing. It was obvious others were enjoying their meals as well. I almost went again later in the week for a second dinner, but ended up checking out another place instead. Looking back I do wish I had returned here to try other things on their menu. Hats off to Executive Chef Benjamin Edward Banks and Sous Chef Katie Cronin for their "uniquely crafted southern cuisine" (per their website). From start to finish, though I was by myself, it was a memorable experience--from the incredibly interesting and beautiful decor, to the positive vibe and energy, and of course the comforting southern food and fabulous service. I look forward to visiting again in the future.

Amazing food. Best food in macon, hands down. Cheese board and burger are both phenomenal!

The staff, food, and ambiance are top notch. I had a 16oz Rib-eye and it was amazing. I believe this may be the best restaurant in the whole state. We arrived in Macon without a reservation and 20mins before scheduled closing. The place was packed, Kevin the manager greeted us with a can do attitude and assured us he would make it happen we would be served. We were relieved and what happened next was a culinary WIN! If you're near Macon looking for an epic meal, contact Dovetail! I recommend a reservation.

The food will make you dance in your seat. The service was great. I sat at the bar. Best bartender award goes to him for extraordinary service. Small but clean restaurant. Nice decor.

The food, service, and ambiance were excellent! I wish I remembered the servers name, she was so sweet and took the time to answer our questions, make recommendations, and checked on us frequently. (Pretty mid length curly blonde lady with a nose ring). I ordered the burger and my mom got the fried chicken. The meat was so good in the burger and cooked perfectly! It also had this sauce that was so good! The fried chicken was so good and crispy. It also had this sweet & spicy sauce that was delicious. (You guys should jar it and sell it! Hehe) The cocktails were also excellent! I got the "it's figgin good" and that's the perfect name because it really is! I also got their old fashion (I can't remember the name) but it was also fabulous! Thank you all so much! Can't wait to visit my mom in Feb and come back with family!

We are in town for my husband's work. He made a reservation here a month ago and THANK YOU FOOD GODS he did!!! Service TOP NOTCH~Food AMAZING!!! Drinks ~ Paloma mmmm and blue moon then Started with deviled eggs~farm fresh salad ~ added the homemade bread, after we saw someone else order it, with peach butter orgasmic heaven ~ followed by the best scallops we have ever had over risotto with bits of pork belly~SHUT UP! Then shared the fillet mignon with mashed potatoes and spinach and a bacon vinaigrette. Drum roll please .... You MUST order the crack pie with toffee to die for! Espresso martini and chocolate ice cream #foodcomaheaven #dovetailrocks #best food ever HIGHLY recommend Dovetail if you are in Macon Ga! We will have to walk back to Atlanta to work off the calories - but #worthit mic drop! We out ...you're welcome