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    Backstage

    3.8 (128 reviews)
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    BACKSTAGE ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    DJ
    Live music
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    Salmon blt
    Ashley M.

    10/10 brunch experience! This is my new favorite brunch spot. Amazing food, music, and customer service. Plus bottomless mimosas!

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    Deja S.

    I need to go back for the night vibes, but the brunch was ok. Our server was brand new so everything was a bit slow. The Caesar salad was not worth the amount it cost and all the other food was just alright.

    $20 pitcher of Long Island to myself
    Dwayne I.

    Went on taco Tuesday and Wednesday for live band chicken tacos are the waitress shon was had excellent service remembered our names when we came back Wednesday the whole vibe in there is amazing will definitely go back when In town.

    Chicken quesadillas

    Arrived to, almost, empty place. My friend and I were seated. We were greeted by a young lady, who acted like, she didn't know us, but had serviced us a night or so previous. The atmosphere was blah at best. She took our orders and came back, approximately, 40 minutes later. The pictures tell everything. Yes, my food was burned and his was greasy, sloppy and not tasteful. I think this is our last time at Backstage.

    Breaded jerk wings
    Brieyanna B.

    Backstage is always a vibe. I love it there on Wednesday they have the real good singers karaoke but if you can't sing your day is on Thursday. Food and drinks are always a hit and the staff is nice. If you like to line dance and hookah then this is the place for you. They are good for a nice line dance.

    Whiting (1) and Grits
    Beverly B.

    We went for Sunday brunch to celebrate a birthday. Although they were empty we were embraced a by a friendly security guard, an awesome waitress named I think Brianna and DJ Hood. Our party of six ordered a variety of food off the brunch offerings including chicken and waffles, fish and grits, hash, wings and sliders. I enjoyed the fish and grits although I thought it came with two fish not 1. The chicken and waffles were basic strips, waffles and fruit but the highlights were the sliders and the hash. The sliders were tasty and the hash was delicious. I appreciate the champagne for the birthday girl and the overall service of the staff. Next time I'll make sure to get a pitcher of mimosa to set my brunch off right! As for the DJ loved the mix of old school and new school music. It was also cool to see the music videos stirring up memories of high school and college. I'll be back for Karaoke and Crab Legs.

    Happy Holidays
    Lorena C.

    The Backstage is a fun neighborhood club that's cool. Not too hood and not too bougie. Everyone is having a good time, DJ is playing so many things 90s, 2000s to present. The food is good, very diverse menu. Only drawback is that the servers are very sweet but way busy. For bottle service or hookah, it can take a long time and same with getting served at the bar or the table. Parking lot is free, but fills up fast. Definitely a fun time.

    Aja A.

    More pics from my amazing time at Backstage lounge It was epic The food was great Ms Black was the best her customer service was exceptional

    Cache R.

    BACKSTAGE is a whole entire Vibe Nothing but GROWN, SEXY, SEASONED & MATURE Cat Daddy's & Sugar Momma's. Parking: Free it gets packed so parking gets tight. Some street parking is available, across the street is a lot & located across the street to the right is lot across where some guy charges $20.(i will never pay that) Prices: reasonably price Admission: FREE I went to BACKSTAGE on a Thursday when it was Karaoke night, which was so good. They also played a lot of line dancing music. The food is normally pretty good & the music is great 80's, 90's, 2000's you will definitely get your dance on. Backstage is a staple in College Park city of Atlanta off of Old National. If you are in town looking for something to do, I would recommend Backstage its not your average club. it's more loungey.

    Chicken Nachos amazing
    Tiaquisha C.

    Good spot of you're looking to hang out with the locals. Large space could fit a lot of people , ample seating. I went on a Tuesday, they have a comedy show. $2 Tuesday night specials including nachos sliders tacos and wings. Drink specials and hookah. They have a lot of staff to accommodate you. Got my drinks fast. Really enjoyed it

    Lamb eggs and breakfast potatoes
    Rose R.

    Went to a friends birthday party at Brunch time the food was good the atmosphere was nice the customer service was good it really has changed a lot I can say I would go back oh look let's not forget the DJ the music was good also

    Catfish nuggets
    Lashanda A.

    Karaoke night was great!!! Got there early because it really get packed quickFood was delicious

    Phoenix A.

    Sunday's Brunch So Hard at Backstage is Lit I came out to support one of my incredible client's and to pour some love into one of my industry sisters. .... We had an awesome time. . GROWN & SEXY EVENTS DJ KJ & DJ RYNO Karaoke, Contest, Games, Brunch, & FUN!!! Text BRUNCHATL to 545454 for Reservations . Amazing vibe , delicious food , and great music . Also check out Backstage on Tuesday's with another Phenomenal promoter, dj, mc, host DjMaster Rachels

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    3 years ago

    This place is great. Great food, great drinks and the HOOKAHS ARE THE BEST EVER. Come out to backstage and you would love it!!

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    4 years ago

    Good spot for karaoke and drinks but it's more for a older crowd. But I had a good time

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    3 years ago

    Old school vibes! The cat daddy's are out lol. Music is a vibe, food is good, drinks are good. Parking is meh but it's free.

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    4 years ago

    Always a vide!!! LOVE IT!!! Always have the best music for all crowds!!!

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    4 years ago

    Straight up ignored us. Who knows if the food is good. The service is low vibration. Not a fan.

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    We celebrated my husband's 40th birthday last night and it was awesome. Food, decor, drinks, dj and vibe were great! We will be returning.

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    6 years ago

    Came from Ohio and chilled on the patio all night. Had an amazing time.. music was lit, drinks were good and the food was fire! Will be back

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    Had a really good time and the food was good. The Dj had the dance floor fill all night. Great service.

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    Ask the Community - Backstage

    Do they allow cigarette smoking inside?

    No smoking inside, only on the patio. We also provide hookah.

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    Review Highlights - Backstage

    “BACKSTAGE is a whole entire Vibe Nothing but GROWN, SEXY, SEASONED & MATURE Cat Daddy's & Sugar Momma's.”

    Mentioned in 9 reviews

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