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    Lumen Bar

    4.0 (22 reviews)
    PriceyCocktail Bars
    Closed • 2:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Live music

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    Varun A.

    Very average place. The service was rather attentive in placing the order, but the speed to receive the items was very slow. Atmosphere: it's nice. The couches are comfortable, and the lighting is appropriate. Music is soft and not too distracting. Good job here Service: I placed my order in 2 chunks. The first was lamb sliders then was the Brussels sprouts + soup. What surprised me was the items did not come out as prepared. Instead, they all came out at once. Thus, the lamb sliders were a bit cold. Everything else was lukewarm -- could've been hotter. Lamb sliders themselves - very average. Nothing too special in terms of flavor Soup - again average. But definitely fits the description Sprouts - pretty good actually. Crispy yet moist. I would get these again

    Roasted brussel sprouts were off menu due to vegetarian request. Sugary glaze added to roasted flavor.
    Allicia S.

    Relaxed environment situated in the lower level of the Ritz Carlton downtown. Lighted menu was interesting, though not necessary since lighting wasn't extremely low. Drink selections were plentiful, but food offerings were limited especially if vegetarian. I opted for oysters with mignion sauce and horseradish I requested on the side. Did not remember to ask for them lightly steamed, so ate them raw. They were very delicious! My vegetarian friend created a veggie plate with sauteed spinach and roasted brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts, which I sampled, had a sugary glaze that was subtle but provided a delightful flavor that words cannot describe! Ambiance was great with guitar serenade by Jean Pierre. His music was the perfect addition to food and great conversation. He definitely added to the 4 star rating. Our server was very new and not clear on several questions posed. Prices a bit steep too - $3 per oyster and mixed drinks $15 & up. My Southern Skies Julep was a tasty Makers Mark concoction with fresh berries and plum bitters, but did not equate to cost. Overall nice venue and would return for business or to see another performance. Lumen is a nice addition to the Ritz.

    Monica G.

    Really low key bar/lounge inside the Ritz. We ended up grabbing a drink here while waiting for dinner reservations at a restaurant across the hall. The server came over immediately after we sat down and brought complimentary snacks and water. The mixed drinks are around $10-12 but totally worth it because they deliver a punch. Live music played at a mellow level to allow for comfortable conversation. Another spot for them grown folks!

    Go for a smoky cocktail at the Ritz Atlanta.
    David E.

    A pleasant, professional and relaxing spot in downtown Atlanta to enjoy a drink. With some decent cocktails to choose from you won't go wrong stopping in here pre or post dinner whether you are a guest of the Ritz or not.

    Karlyn W.

    This is a classy and sophisticated venue to enjoy tapas and craftsman bar drinks. Try the lumen punch made by Teddy. He's the best bartender, serving up drinks with a smile. They also offer live music and happy hour nightly.

    Adam B.

    This is a very attractive lounge with both bar seating and then individual chair groupings across the front of the lobby. It's quite stylish and the service has that Ritz polish. The music is also unobtrusive enough for conversation. I found it to be relaxing and comfortable, just as a hotel lounge should be. The list of specialty cocktails is kind of sparse, so I'd like to see a more robust mixology program. The food menu has enough variety to take care of any appetite, though. A good choice for a respite whether you're staying at the hotel or not.

    Diana M.

    Enjoyed visiting Lumen on our luxurious 1-night getaway at the Ritz-Carlton. As classy hotel-and-bar-guests go, we are not. It wouldn't take much to please me here but I truly think this hotel and bar are amazing! Our service was very good. You sit down in the very dispersed lounge-like feel, but the staff notice you right away. I was brought complimentary champagne (via the front desk). The ambiance here is so awesome. Dimly lit purples, blues and blacks with funky light fixtures and...oh what the heck. Let me tell you about the FOOD. It's artistic and trendy. My husband ordered a burger and the garlic fries (both were very good!). I ordered 3 of the very unique sounding pumpkin-chicken-biscuit slider..things. Wow. The first one takes some getting used to: it's basically a very delicious chicken nugget on a good biscuit and they put pumpkin butter on it! There's also a sauce on top. It's very different but after the first one I fell in love. They are REALLY good. I recommend trying at least one (I ordered three but they're served a-la-carte). The fries were solidly good. Usually hotel restaurants are reserved for the convenience of the hotel guests, but this place is worth visiting even as a non-guest (as is Atlanta Grill's breakfast!)

    Tuna

    We had a great dinner after the soccer game. I had the tuna and my husband had the burger and fries.

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    Good service great employees clean neat and fair prices live entertainment on Thursdays as I'm here now just a nice place

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    Teddy is an amazing bartender. Some of the best drinks I've ever had with tremendous arrive. I highly recommend for drinks and snacks!

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    Moonlight

    3.8(67 reviews)
    1.5 mi•Old Fourth Ward
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    Moonlight has been one of Atlanta's tougher to get rooftop bars since its opening. Booked up nearly…read moreall the time and for some good reasons. There probably isn't a bar in the city that offers as breathtaking of a view as does Moonlight. The panorama of all three of Atlanta's skyscraper centers is clearly visible, along with the historical architecture of Ponce City Market. The crowd is mix of tourists and locals in their 20s and 30s. The cocktails are solid. Food is decent, nothing to rave about, but again, hopefully nobody is here for the food. The lobster roll was very bread heavy and the useless dab of caviar was just a wasteful decoration. Yet, the atmosphere of the place, situated in the beautiful Forth hotel makes Moonlight an incredible spot for drinks.

    A genuinely terrible experience, from start to finish. Firstly, we were guests at the hotel looking…read morefor dining options around 8pm. Having dined at Elektra already this weekend, we wanted to try something different. Hostess started with some type of unposted dress coded nonsense because my son was in a hoodie (which he agreed to remove) before we were granted access. Arrive inside and it's standing room only at the bar - all seating areas are clearly designed for large groups and they're all occupied, as were the handful of actual seats at the bar. Proceed to order numerous dishes from the menu to-go. Bar tenders, in fairness, were very pleasant btw. Nowhere to wait except standing there like idiots until bartender says we can sit in a reserved section for a bit. Nasty waitress comes by soon after to usher us away, despite conflicting instructions from the bar. Anyway, insult to injury when it appears I've been charged a service charge and a gratuity charge and the dishes were small and mostly not great. The wings were ok, but the grilled cheese was gross, the flatbread was minuscule, the cheese plate was meh. Overall, between the mostly rude to indifferent staff attitude, lack of seating, and poor quality of food this place deserves a pass. ,

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    Wild Leap Atlanta - Award Winning Boozy Slushies

    Wild Leap Atlanta

    4.3(61 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Castleberry Hill
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    We recently attended the Auburn/Baylor game and had already planned to park in the lot next door…read more We decided ahead of time to try Wild Leap Atlanta since it was close by and had great reviews. I'm not a beer drinker, but it looked like they have a variety of beverages in addition to a couple of meal choices. We entered, and everyone was so friendly. After placing our orders, we received a text that let us know to go nearby to the food truck to pick them up. The double burgers were tasty and the fries delicious. Our slushie drinks were exceptional. We enjoyed our meal before walking over to the game. As the ballgame ended, there was a notification that there was a severe thunderstorm and we should shelter in place by staying in the stadium. Since we had a bit of a drive home, we decided to get ahead of the weather and traffic and leave early. Well, we had only walked one block when the bottom fell out. We were drenched. We decided to run back into Wild Leap before we got our car next door. As we got to the front door, a young man (Manager? Shift manager?) whom we had seen working there earlier opened the door and welcomed us in. He immediately grabbed hand towels that were clean and dry for us to wipe off with and offered any assistance he could give us. We went to the restroom and tried to clean up a little, then came back out, handed over the towels and walked outside. It was still pouring out. The same man then insisted on running to his car to get his personal umbrella for us. He returned with the umbrella. My daughter used it as she got our car, then returned it to him. We were so impressed with Wild Leap for many reasons: the food was delicious, the drinks were excellent, and the service was superb. Thank you, Wild Leap, for playing an integral role in giving us a wonderful day in Atlanta!

    This was my first time at Wild Leap. I came with my wife for a friend's birthday, as she was…read morecelebrating here. Parking can be a little confusing at first, but there's a huge parking lot basically right behind (or in front) of the place. They have quite a few beers on tap, so if you like beer, you will definitely find something you like. They also have slushie drinks and then you can make your own well drink if you want too. They don't serve food, but they do occasionally have food trucks on site. Wild Leap has two levels, but the lower level is where the party is. The TVs are all down there, and they have some nice outdoor seating. The staff is all super friendly too. Happy to help! While Wild Leap is quite nice, it's super far from my home in Chamblee. I probably won't come back anytime soon, unless someone is having an event here.

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    Frozen slushy with souvenir cup. Be careful it backs a punch!!

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    Burle’s Bar - Banana Daquiri

    Burle’s Bar

    4.3(53 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Old Fourth Ward

    I've been wanting to try this bar out, and I finally had a chance to do so on Tuesday for jazz…read morenight! They hold a jazz night every Tuesday with live music for a nice chill, yet fun, vibe. Just a warning, the space inside is pretty small--typically there's optional seating outside, but it's really chilly at the moment (although they have heaters)--but there's more seating downstairs in The Victorian Atlanta plant shop. I didn't realize that the two were connected! FYI, if you sit downstairs, you'll be seated next to where the live music performers will be playing, so it will be louder there. As for the drinks, I tried the Zombie. I loved it so much, I ordered a second one instead of trying a different one! It tasted sweet and slightly tropical with the rum and spiced liqueur. It also had some absinthe, which I was worried about when I first ordered it since I hate the taste of it (not a big fan of black licorice flavors), but I didn't taste it at all! Overall, this place had such a great vibe to it!

    Burle's is a great cocktail bar right off the beltline. The inside part is small and intimate but…read morethey have a lot of outdoor seating. The indoor seating is hit or miss as they have one couch that is really low to the ground and uncomfortable to sit on but the other couches are comfy. The cocktails here are delicious. I got the white witch and wow, what a great drink! The bartenders are all super kind too and make the drinks quickly. I can't wait to come back and try some of their other cocktails!

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    MidCity

    4.5(61 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Midtown

    Had a great first experience at MidCity. What immediately stood out was the cocktail program's…read morefocus on clarified drinks -- not something you see executed at this level very often. The amount of prep, technique, and patience required for clarified cocktails definitely isn't lost on me, so I naturally gravitated toward those options. MidCity clearly puts serious effort into the details and the server was well-equipped to discuss and help guide me to the right decisions. I tried the Peanut+Butter, Mangorita, and Pear Matcha Fizz. The Mangorita was the standout for me. The rum brought a deep, complex backbone while the mango rounded everything out with just the right sweetness. Super balanced, layered, and honestly just delicious. The Peanut+Butter reminded me a bit of a Boulevardier variation, with the Cynar adding that earthy, slightly bitter edge that kept it from leaning too sweet. Really interesting drink with a lot going on. The Pear Matcha Fizz was refreshing and easy to drink -- definitely tasty -- but felt a little less complex and developed compared to the other two cocktails I had. Overall, very impressed. Creative menu, thoughtful execution, and a clear respect for craft cocktails. Already planning to go back tonight to work through more of the menu. This is a gem on the cocktail scene in Atlanta and deserves the glowing reviews that it has here on Yelp.

    Such a cute, cozy bar in the heart of the city. I ordered the TreS Lychee, which was strong, but…read moresuper fresh and fruity. The espresso martini was one of the best I've had, but the Irish coffee was so delicious and unique in its recipe, I can't decide which was my favorite! Definitely come visit if you're in the area. It's not too crowded, the staff are super fun, and the drinks are really cool!

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    MidCity - The bar with natural colors and beautiful decor

    The bar with natural colors and beautiful decor

    MidCity - Pomegranate

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