A place where you're always treated like family. Great food and strong drinks. This is the change…read morethat Old Nat needed. You can thank me later. How could I forget? The best DJs in the city. Especially on Sundays and Wednesdays.

Food: Taco Tuesday Specials but, tacos are super super small!!!…read more Service: Depends on the server you get. The cute young make was more happier & pleasant than the ladies. Ambiance: Fall in Line dancing is Tuesday 8-9:30pm. Food

Best Burns Night Celebration in Atlanta! Great poetry, music and dance!…read moreThanks to Academy Theatre for your support

According to their website, Aris or Arís (pronounced ah-REESH) is the Irish word for "again" (in…read morereference to "encore"). I'm telling you this because I would have pronounced it AHR-ris, and I would have been embarrassingly incorrect. It seems like this particular theater company is all about the Celtic arts. The plays they produce have Celtic influence (Irish, Welsh, Scottish, and English), which in and of itself makes this theater company different. They've been around since 2013, and I'm not entirely sure if for these past few years, they have all of their plays at Georgia Broadcasting, or not. But since that's where I saw the play I went to yesterday, I'm going to venture that they are operating out of it for now. Who would have thought that within the heart of the city, there was a gem of a theater company like this? As someone who can't do an Irish or Scottish accent to save my life (well, I CAN pronounce car and party, but that's pretty much thanks to "The Boondock Saints"), the immersion of the actors on stage able to produce this accent is incredibly impressive. This theater company doesn't seem to produce the kind of theater you take your middle school class to (unless, of course, you want to enlighten them, but since parents want to pretend the night isn't dark and full of terrors...), it's much more enjoyable to an adult audience. And I am definitely okay with that! Cutesy fluff has a time and a place, but dark and witty is more of my preference. PROS: - This has to be one of the only places you can do to downtown that has free parking! I would recommend coming here a dash early, though, as the parking garage can be hard to navigate as a first timer. -Superb acting, and the actors did a good job with their various accents. They thickened up at parts, but I was still able to pick up the conversation, regardless. -A small, intimate stage, with stadium seating means the acoustics are easily heard throughout. -It's unassigned, seat-yourself seating, so you can pick a seat wherever your heart desires. -It seems like they offer more adult/mature plays (intellectual, witty, no fluff), which is my favorite kind of theater. CONS: -The lot was kind of hard to find. I drove past it the first time. (see below tip to help you figure out where to go!) -Lots and lots of walking, which means you really need to get here around AT LEAST 30 minutes early, in case you get lost. THE VERDICT: It's a smaller, intimate theater, with stadium-style seating (the front is lower that the chairs behind). On the way into the theater, they did their best to assuage confusion, with a bunch of signs pointing towards this way or that way. They also made sure to have ushers stationed around to help. (For directions to the theater, look at the below tip) I really adore smaller theaters, and despite its petite size, I had no problem hearing the actors on stage; they utilized their space very well. It fills a definite niche market as yet seemingly undefined in Atlanta acting, and I love that they do that. I'm excited to see what else this theater has to offer. TIPS: For parking, when you see the building, drive towards it. The parking garage is set off from the road, and isn't initially evident. A small bar goes up and down (no ticket retrieval necessary). Drive up from the ground level two levels (so you go to parking level 2), and park. There will be two sets of elevators. Go towards the far left elevators, and you'll see a sign telling you how to get to the proper floor. From there, go down the long hallway on your right (you'll see secretaries set up at large tables), and go to the left of them. There you'll see a table set up for the theater. You'll then be ushered down another hall and see people handing out programs.

This place has me in a chokehold. I loved every moment of our visit. It was only $20 for two people…read morewhich was a great price compared to go to the movie theaters. You get to see two movies one Friday at 8:30 and the other start at 10:30. The movie that played were great movies. We only made it for part of the 830 movie but our experience was to see the 1030 movie which was scream seven. It was great. I have never been to the drive-in movie theater and this experience is what I was looking forward to. They had a concession stand, but we didn't use it as we had our own food, but the vibe was amazing. Stay in your own vehicle and just put your feet up. Please turn your lights off when you go to the movie theater so we all can see the screen. I highly recommend trying this place.

We came here to watch the F1 movie in early July. The queue to purchase your tickets is efficient…read morewith multiple attendants on hand to process credit cards, take orders and direct you to your screen. The lines for spaces are quite dull once you arrive at your screen so find a space and hope nobody parks in front of you. The snack bar was sufficiently adequate with drinks, candy, and popcorn, but you can bring your own if you so choose. Tickets are $10 per person, saving anywhere from $12-$20 for 2 people to go vs a traditional movie theatre. The sound and screen quality was good for an outdoor movie and we enjoyed the nostalgia of watching a movie under the stars. Leaving was easy enough and I enjoyed my time there. For non IPIC worthy movies, the Starlight Drive In is a good alternative for a wholesome nostalgia boost!

Cool dive bar. Good drinks, good service & reasonable prices. Great place for late night eats. They…read morehave a good mix of food, perfect for anyone.

Came here on a local recommendation and it is everything I love... good food, not bouzhie af, good…read moreold school soul music and punk rock, and Sunday mimosas to nurse the hangover from a Saturday night show lol! My go-to spot anytime I return to the ATL...

I had a really exciting time checking out Academy Theatre along the buzzing N Central Ave in…read moreHapeville. It's on the main road, and there are a number of food and beverage restaurants very close by. The staff was pretty welcoming and even helped me out as I purchased a ticket for the wrong date lol. Inside has an 80's esthetic but it's very clean and comfortable. Well air conditioned and clean bathrooms. They have a great selection of quick and budget friendly wines, beers and soft drinks and a number of snacks and candies. All on sale in the front waiting room before you enter the theatre. I loved the intimate size of the theatre space. Great stadium seating and the lighting and sound were perfect. I was told that they have a number of summer shows and productions. I will be back

I came here to see The Wash by Kelundra Smith with my coworker. I enjoyed this play so much! I…read morelaughed, I cried, and had a good time. This was an all black women cast, written, and directed by a black woman. It was honestly so beautiful to see. The play was so well put together and portrayed. The cast did a phenomenal job. I really felt every emotion. I can't wait to see more work from Kelundra Smith and I can't wait to see the cast in other projects. The staff here at the Academy Theatre were all so nice. This is a beautiful and intimate theatre which I enjoy. I will be back to see other shows. The Wash will be running from July 10-July 28. Please go see it this week if you have some time.

Located on Main St in College Park. Arrive early as parking fills up quickly…read more Paint and Sip event on 5-6-2017. So I love Groupon and I'm always looking for things that my sisters and I can enjoy here in Atlanta. I came across a deal for the Brush Up and Wine Down. Very reasonable for 2 people and a few hours of fun! We arrived and we're greeted by all the ladies eagerly waiting to paint. It was set up outside and it was a very nice day which was perfect. They had music and Wine to enjoy. All the art supplies were provided. Great Hostess. You are given a plain canvas that has a stencil that has the item you are going paint outlined. Now it's time to paint. At the end we take pictures and get to take our masterpieces home. Lol. We all took our time mixing and matching colors, laughing, talking, and sipping wine. All in all - Very fun for a girls day. I will definitely do this again.

From the owner: We provide an extraordinary paint and sip experience right in the heart of downtown College Park…read more You will enjoy themed sessions, a variety of paintings, welcoming atmosphere, complimentary appetizers and wine, music, conversations, door prizes and much more!

The ATL premier destination for jazz music live located in the creative heart of East Atlanta…read more ~Jam Session Mondays ~Bourbon & Blues Wednesdays The vibe is straight out of Mo Better Blues. Intimate as a living room, in your face music to satisfy the soul. Come dressed.

After dining at a Thai restaurant on the same strip, I decided to stop in for a jam session at…read moreTenAtl. This is a cigar friendly lounge with great cocktails, hookah, live music, and a very nice, mature atmosphere that makes for an enjoyable night out. Many talented musicians come through and consistently put on great live shows. I visited for the Savannah Atlanta jam session crossover, where a band from Savannah came up to perform. The 4K Band did an amazing job and brought great energy to the room. The live music events typically start around 10 p.m., so it is better suited for night owls. While TenAtl does not have a kitchen, they do serve cocktails and allow guests to bring in their own food, which is a nice convenience. Between the music, the crowd, and the overall vibe, TenAtl is a great spot for good music and a good time.