This cocktail lounge is a cool spot! We had a private party for 20 and reserved the "Tight Squeeze" section which was behind a very nondescript door (like a speakeasy??) and right next to the bar, with a big center table where most of stood around, and then comfy sofas and chairs on the periphery. Since the other side of the bar was pretty much almost outside with a deck, they had heated lamps throughout. To order food or drinks, we went to the bartender - there is no server walking around to take orders. All of us kept an open tab - and they do automatically charge 20% tip. Our bartender was really good and super nice! And they have Happy Hours specials 4:30-7pm - even Sat/Sun ... so I took advantage of that! MELON BALL - $9 I'd never had a melon ball before and it was really yummy :) DOS CONFIT DUCK TACOS - $10 Two corn tortilla tacos w/ duck confit (birria style), NY sharp cheddar (actually I don't remember having cheese in mine), and mango chutney ... good option if you're looking for a lite bite. I enjoyed mine! LEMON PEPPER FRITES - $6 House-cut fries w/ lemon pepper dusting. The tacos weren't enough, lol - plus the fries were a good portion for sharing. I wish they sprinkled more lemon pepper but it was fine. Next time I'd like to try their Big Mac sliders - those looked really good! The shrimp po' boys looked good too! Looking at the regular menu, the food prices are very reasonable. Overall great spot for groups! They are located at Colony Square - although I knew the restaurant location, I did get disoriented after coming from the parking garage and trying to figure out where was 14th Street but a lovely policeman walked me there. Remember to bring your parking ticket and then ask the hostess to validate your ticket when you leave the restaurant - supposedly it's free up to 2 hours but I stayed there for over 6 hours and didn't have to pay for parking, yay! read more

I wouldn't recommend this to anyone unfortunately. We had such bad and ultimately rude service. At first everything was great, our server was attentive for a group of 12ish people. As the night went on, we ordered more drinks and our server also ordered more drinks for himself (which we could see him drinking). He was incredibly rude and at times would just disappear. Mind you we were one of the only groups in the restaurant... all other tables had 'reserved' signs on them. For who? I'm not sure. He was obviously very annoyed to have to serve us and made rude comments to a few people in our group. For the food - the served actually told us 'you didn't order that' when we reminded him or 2 items that were forgot. They came out about 15 mins later. The 2 pizzas in my photos were the same pizza... not sure what happened there. read more

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Very average drinks in old glassware. Bartender bit of a "know it all". Dead atmosphere compared to its neighbors on a Saturday night.... for a reason! But main reason for 2 stars - they gave themselves an automatic 20% tip! Will never return for this reason alone!... tips are earned and should be decided by customer! Not the staff. The service was terrible and because they're tipping themselves, they clearly have no incentive to improve. Very frustrating and disappointing. Better bars around the corner in either direction! ... but this place does have potential, just need to change their ways! read more

Great food and delicious drinks. Very friendly staff and quite nice inside too. The 20% mandatory charge killing the vibe at the end. Like I'd leave you good tip - why are we forcing it? read more

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My friend and I only had drinks here since we had just eaten at PolitanRow but the menu looked good as far as pub food goes. Our drinks were good and it was nice to be seated by the fire pit. I would definitely return and try more on the menu. read more

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Really enjoy this place! Food is good (have tried the brussel sprouts, duck tacos, lemon pepper fries) -- all with excellent flavor. They have a great happy hour menu 3-7 pm on weekdays with $ 9 cocktails and good food options. Also rest of the menu looked pretty good too! Other people in my party enjoyed their dishes. Service is pretty quick and has nice large outdoor space/patio. 4.5/5, will add this to my regular rotation for after work happy hour. Worth giving a try! Also they validate parking at Colony Square, which is a great perk too! read more

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Great food and wine scene! This restaurant provides consistently excellent food and service. We have been dining here for years for personal and business events. Last night we dined here to attend the Owl Lantern Parade kicking off from the adjacent Politan Row space. Service was excellent and all of our food was hot and fresh. Prices are a great value for the quality and portion size. Ghost in the Shell is our favorite cocktail. The duck fat chicken sliders and sandwiches were delicious. The truffle fries with Parmesan cheese were delicious. My brother loved the burger! The deviled eggs paired well with all the food. We dined on the patio and the fans and live DJ music kept us cool and entertained. Music is at a level that still allows conversation. Bathrooms are clean and spacious. We love this restaurant!! read more

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Loved the vibe at the this restaurant, great menu of specialty cocktails and delicious tapas menu! We were seated quickly on a Saturday night and our server was great, excellent recommendations! The tiger shrimp was delicious and Manhattan project was smooth! read more

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Went in with a large group there was probably 15 of us in total. There was a nice vibe perfect for our gathering. The service was fantastic and the food was delicious. I had the burger with garlic fries and one of my friends had the duck and steak tacos with Mac and cheese. I enjoyed all of the items and they had a great happy hour. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Ambiance: Fun & trendy bar/restaurant/lounge in Midtown with multiple seating areas, all of which provide a bit of a different vibe/mood! The patio outdoor seating is very open/breezy with views of the Midtown area. We enjoyed the bar seats outside, however there were also lounge chairs and couch areas. The inside feels more moody & dark - perfect for a date night or upscale night out. There are dining table areas, seats at the bar, and lounge seating for a more club/laid back vibe. The menu was on the pricey side - I think you're paying for the ambiance! We enjoyed the decor and atmosphere. Bar service was fast and attentive. Great spots for groups, tourists, and hanging out in a trendy ambiance. Bathrooms were clean. Street parking available, walking distance to several other spots. Definitely a place I would visit again next time I'm in Atlanta for the whimsy/industrial decor and aesthetic! read more

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So establishment has a pretty good happy hour. It's a decent crowd, if you go after work. You'll see a lot of business come in, so if you're looking for something a little more rowdy this would not be it. The drinks are okay, decent specials, but I had the EST burger, and that was amazing! It was kind of a smashburger cooked with dripping cheese all over the place. It was super flavorful and tasteful and I would 10 out of 10 get it again. Overall, if you're in the area, this will be a good spot to go for happy hour. read more

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HORRIBLE!! I bought 4 Guinnesses last night and the bill was $83!! They charge 20% automatic gratuity which came out to be $12 (ridiculous because the service was nonexistent despite the place being empty). I am astounded by the prices, never felt more ripped off in my life than an $83 bill for 4 BEERS read more

Stopped by here for some after-dinner drinks with friends. The vibe was nice, and the server was very nice and knowledgeable. The drinks seemed to be a little slower coming than I would have expected, but the food (light bar food) came pretty quick. It was hot and fresh, no complaints there. It was really dark in there, though. We had to use the flashlights on our phones to actually read the menu. Otherwise, it was a nice visit. You're not going to go there for dinner unless you don't want a lot of choices. For a shorter menu and drinks though, it was nice. read more

The Establishment is one of the many bars in the Colony Square/ West Midtown area, and it has a very chill but chic vibe. They have a very expansive bar with my favorite drink being the bluegrass bramble. Each of their bartenders are extremely personable and don't mind being the life of the party. If you're hungry, they do offer a food menu but I didn't have a chance to try any of those items. On the weekends, this place can get packed but thankfully there is a lot of first come first served seating for a small party. If you have a bigger one, I suggest getting a reservation. The music here is also very good! They play a good mix of all genres and everyone will enjoy it. There is valet parking available for Colony Square, or the paid parking deck. read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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We came here for a Happy hour on a Friday night before heading out to the High museum of art. I highly recommend making reservations so you can be seated right away. They did look busy. We pretty much got everything on the happy hour menu and everything was really good. My favorite was homemade chips that they serve with onion dip. Oh and my bf got a drink and it was sooo strong. You only need 1 They also validate parking at the garage which is a huge plus at the Colony Square read more

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I checked out Establishment for their happy hour before a play at the Alliance Theatre. It's located in the colony square. The vibes were great for a Wednesday. I liked the interior. We sat in the outside bar area but found out from the bartender that the specials were only for inside but she accommodated us, that was a win. All of our selections were good. Good bar food. I would come back to check out the entrees. I definitely recommend for afterwork happy hour. read more

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Mike the bartender was awesome. Very hospitable and was working hard the entire time. Thanks for a great experience Mike! read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

TLDR: Longer wait time but the pimento burger was amazing! Stepping into the dim, warm ambience felt like slipping into a chic Christmas movie: twinkling lights, festive decor, and a sophisticated buzz that was just right for conversation. The place was spotless, and the wood details added a touch of rustic charm. Despite the slightly slower service (~20 min wait), the flavors and quality of the pimento burger made it well worth the patience. I highly recommend. And if you prefer a crispier fry, these will be your new gold standard. For a chill, satisfying lunch in a sophisticated setting, Establishment is a great spot! read more

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Located in colony square, Establishment is a great restaurant to go if you want a great selection of drinks , food , and a great ambiance. They have a wide selection of cocktails, wine, and beer. I had the rabbit pot pie and I loved it . The rabbit was delicious and the shiitake mushrooms balanced the pot pie perfectly. I would definitely recommend coming here if your looking for a fun time and fantastic food. read more

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My first time here since before the remodel. Ate at the bar. Staff was friendly. You order from the bar if you are not seated at a dining table. It's pretty hectic in there. Nice view overlooking the side patio of colony square. The establishment has always been nice. The Philly sandwich was good. The Mac & cheese was okay. The deviled eggs were okay as well. I had a few drinks before we arrived here so I can't recall the drink I had here but it was really good. read more

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Had a good experience at this restaurant. Ordered the Wagyu burger and it was HUGE and very good. The Garlic/Truffle fries are one of the best I've ever had. I ordered the champagne cocktail which was AWESOME! It's the same thing as a French 75 but they add their own name to it (highly recommend). The staff was very nice and the food and drinks came promptly. After 9pm they increase the music and it becomes a fun vibe where people come to chill and drink. read more

Establishment - Wagyu Burger - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Came here for drinks late Friday night while visiting friends in town. Love the drinks and vibes for sure. Their unique cocktails are attentive to details. Flavor profiles definitely hitting the scales! Have not tried their food but perhaps next time read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

What a gem! Be sure to visit both bars, they have two different menus. We were told there were no tables available, but that we could add our name to the list. My group of five was seated nearly 10 minutes later. A win! Everyone enjoyed their food, and the drinks were delicious. I lovedddd the brussel sprouts. I'll be back! read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Only went for happy hour, but absolutely recommend the Horse's Neck and white been hummus. Horse's Neck was one of my favorite bourbon drinks ever, outside of a good old fashioned. read more

Establishment - Horse's Neck - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

A very chill pub/bar to hangout with friends. We usually frequent the colony square for brunches and movies and sometimes we end up hanging out here as we wait for our movie time. It's casual, parking is same as it would be at any other restaurant in colony square. Not sure if they validate parking as we got ours validated at IPIC. The drinks are good. I haven't tried their food yet, service is quick. They have a fire pit outdoor which I can see getting very popular during winter. I'll definitely be revisiting. read more

I came here solo for Valentines day after work. The weather was nice so the patio was open therefore the whole restaurant was kind of open air. I wanted ot sit out on the patio. The hostess shared they whole area had reservations except for a couple of seats at a long high top table. I took it. By the way, no one came to sit at my table and maybe one couple came in the patio area while I was there. Rest of the time it was empty. My service was great. I was requested to have the heat lamp on and my server obliged. My food was excellent. Even the plates were nice, ceramic stoneware. The ambiance is really nice from the patio to the bar to the sitting area and then tables in the back. There is also another bar and sitting area. I would definately recommend for dinner or just somewhere for drinks and to sit and chat. read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

First, most importantly, they have a happy hour every day! The atmosphere is great. You've got indoor seating outdoor seating. The menu is mostly new American with some interesting choices that enhance some routine meals like the chicken sandwich. Service was great throughout the meal and drinks were delivered promptly. You'll enjoy the experience in this is sort of country and kind of eclectic restaurant. read more

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Love the vibes love the happy hour. I walk here and when the weathers nice there's tons of seating outside. Bartenders are great and food too. Happy hour specials are actually good prices. I've been several times and I'll keep coming back! Apparently they switched to cashless though which is a bummer but lots of places doing that now. read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I had a great time at Tight Squeeze at The Establishment which is the outside bar area. The bar area is really nice and instagrammable with neon lights, greenery and nice decor. Some coworkers and I were in the area for a conference and decided to stop by for some after work drinks. We all ordered a gin cocktail. The one I had was called Endless Summer which had strawberry infused gin. It was really good, but somewhat on the sweeter side. We also ordered two appetizers to share from the after work menu. This menu is available from 4pm-6pm. I'll definitely be returning soon. read more

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The decor and food at this place is amazing. I got a EST burger and my friend got the chicken Philly and we both got fries as a side. Hands down one of the best places for French fries. The bartender made a delicious drink too read more

I originally came to this restaurant to check out the North Pole holiday pop up bar they have on their small rooftop area. Upon arrival, there was already a line forming just to order drinks. Plus it was raining and the rooftop isn't covered. I decided to go back downstairs and have a drink at the indoor bars until traffic slowed down a bit. Chris was my bartender and he was super cool. He made great drinks and was very accommodating to my off menu request. I wanted something refreshing with a summery feel and he delivered. I intended on hanging at the bar for a little while, but I stayed for at least 2.5 hours. The energy is very welcoming here too. They have two bars on the main level and a limited time pop up bar on the roof. I'm not sure what they usually have out there, but the space would make a nice spot for additional outdoor seating. I eventually went back to the rooftop and was able to snag seats in the pop up. I would say I 100% had a better time at the lower level bar. But check out the North Pole if you can. It's quaint! This restaurant itself is pretty ducked off in colony square so it can be tricky to locate. However, it's adjacent to the CFA. Enjoy! read more

Establishment - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Establishment passes the vibe test! The most lively happy hour I've been to in a while. Great happy hour menu (4-6 pm). The food and drinks were on point. I got the truffle fries and a bubbly cocktail. The serving size for the fries is plentiful for sharing. My friend was very satisfied with his burger, regular fries, and cocktail. The music playlist was fabulous and had our heads bobbing-I almost got out of my seat to Chicago Step...lol! Special shout-out to Melody who got our order in within the last ten minutes of happy hour. Parking is available in the garage or you can opt to park in a nearby lot. My friend who was visiting from Chicago agreed that the Establishment is definitely a winner for happy hour! read more

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Saturday night vibes! Get the watermelon Margarita, light and super perfect for bar bites! We ordered 3 apps, one didn't make the photo because it was tasty AF which was the garlic fries. Half eaten eggs because protein LOL We didn't really care for the onion dip but the chips around it were really tasty and fresh. This is a perfect for a GNO or date night. Honestly more a date night, me and a girlfriend went and noticed after 2 drinks that everyone around us were BOO'd up. Service was great, would rate 5 star but the onion wasn't creamy, tasted like paste like read more

Establishment - Deviled eggs kinda eaten - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Chill restaurant with a dinner party vibe. Lots of small groups of friends sitting together for eating and drinking. Not really great for singles. I didnt try any of the food but it smelled great. They have a really good live band that plays a mix of old school and new skool songs. There isn't really a ton of parking but there are a few valets nearby (5 church and the W) if you need parking. I would go back for dinner with friends or on a date but not for a solo drink at the bar. read more

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This place was okay! Came here on a Friday night around 9pm and had a drink and the pimento cheese plate. It was good, but the bread was just a bit too hard and honestly impossible to break! Tough on my teeth to even bite through, weird to mess up something so simple. The drink was also mediocre at best and also the bartender was super confusing. We didn't want to start a tab but he did anyways; also wanted to pay separately between two people but he only brought out one check¿ Probably wouldn't return to as there's so many other better options around the area read more

Establishment - Pimento cheese plate; margarita - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Came here for a weekday meal and drinks. To drink I had the summerthyme fling. It was okay. Not as strong as I'd have hoped. Mostly ice. But large glass, because of the ice. To eat I had the chicken Philly sandwich. Decent. The sandwich was definitely missing some spices. Got it with garlic fries. Pretty tasty. My friend got the Mac & cheese, that was delicious! I'd def come back and try out something else. Vibe indoors was loud, crowded but nice. We sat in the back in a booth so it was away from the big crowd read more

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We went here for a group happy hour and had fun! As the name suggests, this is a place very much geared for the whiskey lovers, BUT they still have options for others. They have a solid happy hour (4-6pm when I went) that has $10 whiskey cocktails (think traditionals- mint julep, whiskey sour, whiskey ginger, etc), a cheap Prosecco option as well, and affordable apps! I got the one with whiskey, ginger, and lemon peel (the name evades me), which was strong but refreshing. It was all reasonably priced. My service was unfortunately so-so, with infrequent check-ins. The ambiance is awesome though -- open patio with overlying string lights and just a really cool aesthetic bar. The truffle fries are INCREDIBLE -- perfectly crunchy, nice salt, good truffle flavor and covered with cheese. This is a place I will definitely go back to try more things, but word to the wise... the adjacent parking garage is quite expensive ($30 for ~ 3 hours). **not to be confused with whiskey bird (very different) ** read more

We walked over to this bar after a recommendation from the staff at Joys Cafe. Amazing food, great atmosphere, tasty cocktails, attentive and kid staff. Couldn't ask for much more. read more

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This area is so cute! The spot has many restaurants to choose from: italian, mediterranean, asian, mex, ect. You walk in & order food from wherever, then wait for buzzer to go off once it is ready. There is a bar to get drinks from, and they have indoor/outdoor seating. Cute spot for a date or girl time! They have a big outdoor green area with tables/chairs, plus you can bring your own. Love that they are pet friendly! read more

First time here...The atmosphere, location and space was relaxing, especially for a end of the week vide. We went on a Friday night about 7 PM, recommend reserving ahead of time, we had about a 50minute wait from a walking reservation for 2. The bar was packed for waiting area, but very fast drinks and were pretty good considering it tasted like the mule I prefer. Ordered from a few other places, but this one hit the spot. The staff was busy busy busy. I didn't see a single person not doing something and they were packed. After our drinks, we walked over to the patio area. During the time we went, there were patio heat lamps throughout the area as we sat around a massive fire pit. Then our table arrived. Nice spot, music was blasting so it was kind of hard to have a conversation without shouting. They had a live band playing, think it was Fundraising Tuna...don't quote me on that. Didn't see any marketing info on site. The music was good, people around were talking and dancing, so overall the tunes welcomed a relaxing vibe as we noticed the band and the bartenders having shots. I say all this, because our meal didn't live up to the reason why we were there...HUNGER. We shared the Marsala Mussels as a appetizer more then enough for 2 maybe 3 max if you love mussels. I ordered a grill chicken sandwich with garlic fries. Fries we're awesome, the sandwich not so much. Bread was toasted well and tasty, the bacon was cooked well, it has a green sauce that seemed to be missing something. It was ok for taste, but the chicken itself was not seasoned, marinated, beaten or anything. It was very tough. I tried a few bites of the half I cut to see if there was some tenderness still...nothing. Instantly thought I should have tried the Chicken Philly. read more

Establishment - Looking up from the patio chairs - New American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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