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BeetleCat Atlanta: “Lobster Five Ways” Dinner!

by Nadeen
September 19, 2019
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BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

BeetleCat Restaurant in Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

If you have been reading the food section of my blog (which I am sure you have :- ) then you know that I am a fan of Chef and Restauranteur Ford Fry. When I first moved to Atlanta a few years ago I lived in the West Midtown area. I frequented the restaurants on Howell Mill Road including Ford Fry’s JCT Kitchen and The Optimist. The Optimist seafood restaurant quickly became one of my favorite restaurants in the city. I went on to dine at St.Cecilia soon after its opening in Buckhead. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with my husband at the Chef’s table at No.246 in Decatur returning to the restaurant for Valentine’s Day this year. With the opening of Krog Street Market came Superica and my palate was a blaze with the delicious Tex-Mex cuisine. I was really having trouble keeping up with all the new Ford Fry restaurants in Atlanta but I was determined to try.

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
The downstairs patio of BettleCat with Chef Andrew Isabella

A few months ago I finally made it to one of his latest restaurants in Inman Park named BeetleCat “Oyster-ette”. Dubbed as a “little sister” to The Optimist, BeetleCat is described as an upscale oyster bar. BeetleCat feels like two restaurants in one. It is named after a ship and the décor inside and out feels as if you are transported on one. The upstairs dining room has a more traditional feel with an oyster bar while the downstairs level is cozier with a bar, booths and an outdoor patio.

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
Chef Andrew Isabella discussing the lobster dinner

The kitchen is helmed by executive Chef Andrew Isabella. Expect a menu with a choice of fresh oysters, clams and other seafood of course. However, what makes the menu at BeetleCat unique are the International flavors offered as well. Mexican corn, Brazilian stew and Korean-style chicken are examples. I had the “Moqueca” fish stew on my first visit, which is a traditional Brazilian stew, and it was amazing!

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
Chef Andrew Isabella showing a guest how to prepare a lobster dish

When I heard that BeetleCat was planning a “Lobster Five Ways” dinner with Chef Andrew Isabella I knew I had to attend! I will eat lobster any way including the lobster ice cream I ate in Martha’s Vineyard. Yes, I love lobster that much! This dinner was held on Tuesday September 20th on the patio of BeetleCat. It was an intimate seated affair with Chef Andrew Isabella placed center stage.  Chef Isabella demonstrated how to prepare lobster “5 ways” at a fully quipped outdoor kitchen. From the onset I enjoyed his enthusiasm as he discussed lobsters, how to pick the best ones, how to prepare them, cook them and eat them. He encouraged audience participation and asked guests to assist in the kitchen. He even walked around with live lobsters allowing us to see and feel the particular areas of the lobster he was using for each dish. He was energetic and informative the entire time! Each delicious course was paired with wine selected by BeetleCat’s beverage manager, Eduardo Guzman.

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
Chef Andrew Isabella table side explaining the different parts of a lobster

Prior to the first course…

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
Fish House Punch
BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
Lobster served on the half shell. Clever!

1st course: Lobster Ceviche “DIY” Lettuce Wraps served with La Luca Prosecco:

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

2nd course: Crispy Lobster Tacos served with Pratsch Gruner Veltliner. The charred corn was also amazing!

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

3rd course: Lobster Bisque served with Triennes Rose:

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

4th course: Lobster Roll served with Cadaretta Sauvignon Blanc:

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

5th course: Lobster “Bienville” served with Les Boursicottes Sancerre:

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!

In addition, coconut pie was served for dessert!

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
Coconut pie

So, as you can tell, there were actually 7 courses served with a cocktail and wine pairings! The servers did an amazing job at keeping up with each course and pairing. I however had a very hard time keeping up with eating and drinking them all. These were not small portions or pours! Although all the courses were delicious, the famous lobster roll and the lobster tacos were my favorites.

BeetleCat Atlanta: Lobster Five Ways Dinner!
It was impossible for me to keep up with all the delicious wines!

In addition, we were given this great postcard on how to eat a lobster!

BeetleCat Atlanta Lobster

Although I received complimentary attendance and dinner for this review, I feel it was well worth the $65 per person cost. Besides good food and great drinks, I met wonderful people that evening that I hope to see at future BeetleCat events. That is the good news! There will be monthly themed dinners so be sure to check the BeetleCat website and BeetleCat Facebook page for more information.

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Comments 6

  1. Tyra (@BarrisTourista) says:
    6 years ago

    This looks amazing! I will be in Atlanta in November, so I will definitely check this out. The lobster looks decadent.

    • Nadeen says:
      6 years ago

      Thanks Tyra! You will definitely enjoy BettleCat!

  2. Natalie says:
    6 years ago

    And this is where I really, really hate my shellfish allergy! That food looks amazing, and I can see my husband DIVING into a few of those dishes!

    • Nadeen says:
      6 years ago

      Oh No! That is too bad! But if you are ever in Atlanta they have some meat options as well!

  3. roni clark says:
    6 years ago

    OH man. I LOVE seafood. You are making me want to drive all the way to ATL to try this out!

    • nadeen says:
      6 years ago

      It is well worth the drive!

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