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Atomica
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
5 reviews for Atomica
5 reviews in English
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Review from Jenna M.
4/9/2012
Am I allowed to love this place because my all-time favorite server works here?! I'll give you a hint as to who she is. She looks like me and we have the same mom. That's all I'll say. Now, let's talk about the restaurant, which is probably my top place to eat in Ktown. I won't say which place just got bumped dowwwwwn from first. Let's keep this review fresh like Atomica's cuisine.
Atomica - you make delicious thin crust, wood-fired pizza. And, the chilli oil that represents the pizza, if you are so inclined to try it, is not only made there, it's da Atomic bomb! (too much?) I went here twice in one week. Let me count the ways as to why. The ingredients are fresh, everything is made to order, and the wait time is a breeze. My first time around, I tried the Bistecca pizza at my sister's errr I mean my server's suggestion. The Gorgonzola cream threw me for a loop. Not only was it heavenly, but its marriage to the flatiron steak was perfection. Upon my second venture, I tried the Atomica pizza, which was a lil spicy, a lil meaty, and a whole lot scrumptious. Lastly, let me talk briefly about the wine list since I don't mind some vino whenever possible! You can choose between Italian and Not Italian. Whatever you decide to drink to, you won't find it hard to pick a glass or bottle that's to your liking. There are too many options - it does have "Wine Bar" attached to its name for a reason. They ain't lying.
The interior of Atomica is classic and inviting...and...wait for it...there's a patio! My life is complete. Thanks Atomica and my "all-time favorite server!" Whoever that is...I will not name names unless you buy me a gourmet pizza! -
Review from Jenny C.
Kingston, ON
2/19/2011
I was initially attracted to this place because of it's modern interior and cozy atmosphere. The entire backboard behind the bar is light up with (slowly) changing colored lights, which really creates a nice romantic atmosphere (don't worry, it's not like you're in a club).
This restaurant specializes in handmade thin crust pizzas, but also serves pastas, paninis, and salads . Because of the extensive wine list and gourmet ingredients (prosciutto, spicy salami, etc.), you don't feel as though you're just eating in some jazzed up pizza joint.
In fact, this is one of the few places where my thin crust pizza wasn't soaked in grease. So many times I've picked up a slice of pizza and had the topping flop over and fall off because the crust had been soaked in grease. Even the crust the next day (yay for doggy bags) was completely dry.
My only complaint was the washroom. I'm guessing that there wasn't much space to work with when they built the restaurant, because let's just say that every time you stand up from the toilet (in the woman's bathroom) you'll bang into the sink. I suppose if you drink too much alcohol and feel sick while using the washroom, you'll be able to do both at once. That's a bonus, I guess?
Despite the strange bathroom arrangement, this is a good restaurant! And definitely one of the better restaurants in all of Kingston. -
Review from Matt B.
Kingston, ON
11/4/2009
A group of 7 of us went mid-week in the evening, seemed to be after their dinner rush. We had called ahead to make reservations.
The food was enjoyable. Thin-crust pizza appears to be their specialty. Some of my companions had their pasta, which they liked. There was an extensive wine list.
The service was friendly, but very slow. It took almost an hour to get a table, even with our reservation. They were nice enough to reimburse us for the first round of drinks; but it still took us more than three hours to get out of there. If we were a larger group, or had not called ahead, or were there on a busier night, I would have an easier time accepting that.
Everything was good, it just took an extremely long time. I don't think I'll be rushing back.
EDIT: In fairness, I've since talked to a few other people I know who have gone there in smaller groups and who had no problems with wait time. I guess this was just an off night, or they don't do well with medium-sized groups. -
Review from Jeffrey M.
12/4/2010
I love Kingston like a fat kid loves cake.
I keep coming back for more, even though everyone tells me that I shouldn't.
And for me, Atomica really fits the Kingston vibe -- cosy, small-town, warm, but with a little bit of chic and edge. It's a pizza 'bar' that serves, in addition to pizza, pasta and panini as others have mentioned.
The pizza is pretty decent -- it's very thin-crust, and there are TONS of options. My friend got the Atomica, which was below expectations. The peppers were too spicy, and the olive oil was more doused than sprinkled -- seriously, the pizza was WET and my friend had to use her cutlery. =/
I ordered the Anatra, which was sweet and savoury all in one! It contained cocoa and honey, with strips of duck on top. Just perfect, especially now that I've developed a sweet tooth (and a fear of cavities). The pizzas are also large, like a fat kid. Even I know it's unhealthy, the thinness of the crust makes you want to eat more. I could barely finish 4 of my 6 slices. Well worth it!
Finally, my other friend ordered a small linguine.
Waiter: "Here's your small pasta."
Friend looks at pasta: "... oh."
Yeah, it was small. But it was also very delicate and the flavours are great, and the sauce really fills you up so that in the end, she couldn't even finish the small pasta! I mean, she had a slice or two or three of pizza too ... but the point is it was good lol!
And that fat kid who loves cake? He actually ate at the table next to us -- and he used HIS HANDS(!) to stuff the cake into his mouth. Whoever said Atomica was "dressy" was way off base.
I may have been a fat kid at one point in my life. Just saying. -
Review from Jonathan W.
Calgary, AB
4/18/2010
Right next door to chien noir, this is their sister restaurant, laid back, you've got a solid line up of three P's, pizza, pasta and panini.
The strong suit is the pizzas which come in a number of interesting varieties. I'm a fan of the bella or prima data. Not as busy as next door or Woodenheads, you really can't go wrong in coming here. Consistent and good service with a nice patio area in the summer.
A staple part of the downtown Kingston dining scene.
