In June of 2019,
Terry Koval and his wife, Jenn, opened their dream restaurant in Decatur, GA, the town they’ve called home since 2006. The new venture signified an opportunity to focus on farmer relationships and local sourcing to support Chef Terry’s vision of a scratch kitchen built on slow food.
Now more than four years later, The Deer and The Dove continues to evolve — representing not only a dream, but the home to a growing family and community. We take immense pride in all the friendships and connections we’ve made, and the continued opportunity to share our passion and dedication to curating a menu and dining experience that reminds us
how our food comes to be.
AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS
2023 BEST CHEF SOUTHEAST
James Beard Foundation Award Winner
We are incredibly proud to announce that our favorite boss, founder, and hell-of-a-guy Chef Terry Koval has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation as BEST CHEF-SOUTHEAST 2023! This is an amazing honor, it’s the culmination of a lifetime of work and honing of craft. If you’ve been to The Deer and The Dove you’ve experienced the total tonnage of his abilities. Every aspect of what we are came from him and the environment he created to foster the talents of others. He would be the first to admit that he did not accomplish this alone. He is backed by a phenomenal team (not the least of which is Jenn Kapioski Koval). We are proud, we are humbled by this honor, and we hope to continue to share our vision with you for years to come.
RECOMMENDED BY THE MICHELIN GUIDE
2023
In the inaugural publishing of The Michelin Guide to Atlanta, The Deer and The Dove was mentioned alongside many other incredible restaurants and eateries that decorate and characterize the dining community we are so proud to be apart of.
farmer champion -gold award
Georgia organics, 2020-Present
Georgia Organics, a statewide non-profit providing support to local and organic farmers, officiates a yearly awarding of Farmer Champion distinctions recognizing members of the food service community who strive to support the “good food” movement by supporting Georgia producers and proving the sourcing locally is possible.
The Gold Level states that The Deer and the Dove and B-Side spend at least 5% of our total food costs Certified Organic (purchased in state) + 20% local.
2023 snail of approval
Slow Food USA
The Slow Food Snail of Approval award is a recognition of a food and beverage establishment’s integration of Slow Food values into their business. It’s about more than making good food, it’s about making commitments to the environment, local communities,
The Deer and The Dove and BSide wear the Snail of Approval badge proudly, and are eager to continue integrating an appreciation for Slow Food into everything we do.
the buzz about town
We’ve been getting great press. Come see what everyone’s been talking about!
Reviews + Mentions:
SUDS Beer Festival to be held on Oct. 28 at Legacy Park
decaturish.com
A Night to Remember: Atlanta’s Michelin Guide Reveal Captured in Photos
eater.com
Michelin Guide 2023: Atlanta’s Star-Studded Culinary Scene Shines Bright
digitalchew.com
Lazy Betty, Bacchanalia, Hayakawa, and more awarded Michelin Stars
Atlanta Magazine
Here are the Atlanta restaurants that now have a MICHELIN Star
yahoo.com
These are the restaurants selected for the Atlanta edition of the Michelin Guide
decaturish.com
Here are the Atlanta restaurants that now have a MICHELIN Star
wsbtv.com
A James Beard Award-Winning Chef Brings Decatur Its First Wine and Amaro Bar Next Spring
eater.com
Award-winning chef Terry Koval opening a new restaurant in Decatur
atlantanewsfirst.com
Where it’s greater: Your neighborhood guide to Decatur
accessatlanta.com
Atlanta cocktail collaboration shines light on local food insecurity
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Think pink: Get some Barbie vibes with these metro Atlanta cocktails
Atlanta Journal Constitution
The Best 'Bucket List' Restaurant In Georgia
iheart.com
Three Urban Escapes to Enjoy Big-City Living Outside Raleigh
trianglenewshub.com
Decatur restaurateur named best chef in the Southeast
thechampion.com
Go Atlanta: Dinosaurs, Transformers and Atlanta’s James Beard Award winner
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Terry Koval Wins James Beard Award for Best Chef in the Southeast
restaurantinformer.com
Atlanta Chef Wins James Beard Award, Named Best Chef In The Southeast
iheart.com
James Beard Award winners with Atlanta ties
Atlanta Journal Constitution
James Beard Award Winner: Decatur Chef Named Best In Southeast
patch.com
Decatur chef wins James Beard Award
11 Alive
The Deer And The Dove chef Terry Koval wins James Beard award
Atlanta Business Chronicle
Decatur chef named best chef in the Southeast at James Beard Awards
Fox 5
Terry Koval wins Best Chef - Southeast at James Beard
axios.com
Atlanta Chef Terry Koval Wins a James Beard Award
EATER
Atlanta chef Terry Koval wins 2023 James Beard Award
Atlanta Journal Constitution
The Deer and the Dove Chef Terry Koval wins James Beard Award
decaturish.com
Burgers with Buck visits The Deer and The Dove
yahoonews.com
At home with chef Terry Koval of the Deer and the Dove
Atlanta Journal Constitution
The 2023 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Nominees
James Beard Foundation
Decatur Chef Nominated For 2023 James Beard Awards
patch.com
2023 James Beard award nominees include one Atlanta name
Atlanta Business Chronicle
Atlanta chef named 2023 James Beard Award finalist
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Out of Eight Semifinalists, One Chef Will Represent Atlanta at the James Beard Awards
EATER
Eating clean in Decatur: 10 of the healthiest restaurants
accessatlanta.com
7 of the Absolute Best Bagel Spots in and Around Atlanta
secretatlanta.com
2023 Catalog - The Future: Let's Plan(t) It Part 2
High Mowing Organic Seeds
8 Atlanta restaurants named James Beard award semifinalists
11 Alive
Here Are Atlanta’s 2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists
Eater
10 GA Restaurants, Chefs Named James Beard Award Semifinalists
patch.com
Best restaurants in Georgia: See the 2023 James Beard Awards semifinalists
The Augusta Chronicle
Eight Atlanta restaurant names tabbed as James Beard award semifinalists
Atlanta Business Chronicle
Atlanta restaurants rake in James Beard nominations
axios.com
Three Decatur restaurants make semifinalist list for James Beard Awards
decaturish.com
Duck Brunswick Stew in the Swamp with Terry Koval and Giving Kitchen
plate.com
11 metro Atlanta cocktails full of fall flavor
Atlanta Journal Constitution
38 Essential Restaurants in Atlanta, Summer 2022
Eater
Matt Watkins with The Deer and The Dove
Atlanta Magazine
7 of Atlanta’s most eye-catching—and most delicious—vegetable dishes
Atlanta Magazine
Georgia Organics Celebrates 25 Years
Atlanta Journal Constitution
A Cocktail for Serviceberry Season
Garden & Gun
Something corny is going on in Decatur cocktails
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Get holiday nog at these metro Atlanta bars
Atlanta Journal Constitution
10 food and drink events happening in metro Atlanta this month
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Atlanta’s Bagel Boom
Atlanta Magazine
50 of Our Favorite Meals for Take Out
Atlanta Magazine
Seriously Delicious Breakfast Sandwiches to Order To-Go Around Atlanta
Eater
Atlanta chef-dads share joys of food with their kids
Atlanta Journal Constitution
A Georgia Baker Takes a Food Fight to the next level
cur|eat
Hustle is on at Sister Restaurants in Decatur
Atlanta Journal Constitution
8 mocktails to order at Atlanta bars when you’re not drinking booze
Atlanta Journal Constitution
So many restaurant soundtracks are all wrong. Here’s who does them right.
Atlanta Magazine
Atlanta’s Best New Restaurants 2019
Thrillist
Best New Restaurants of 2019 in the U.S.
GAYOT
The Hottest Restaurants in Atlanta, Right Now, November 2019
Eater
The Hottest Brunches Around Atlanta, Right Now
Eater
Rustic cuisine shines with honest spirit
at The Deer and the Dove in Decatur
Atlanta Journal Constitution
First Look: Terry Koval brings locavore lineup to The Deer and the Dove and B-Side in Decatur
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Check Out the Menus for The Deer and the Dove, B-Side now open in Decatur
Atlanta Journal Constitution
The Most Anticipated Spring Restaurant Openings of 2019
Food + Wine