This is an Atlanta staple and after living here for decades, I finally went. My friend is born and…read moreraised, they had nothing but great things to say. Located off of Piedmont Avenue - a one way street, look for the valet sign to pull in on the left. The cafe sits below street level - it's downstairs, like in the basement. But the vibes and energy shout sexy, speakeasy and spot to see new or rising talent. On this visit there wasn't any special guest or talent - it was Open Mic. Sign up and save $10 on the cover at the door. They seat you and servers provide menus for food and drinks. We had the grilled shrimp, others had pizza and light bites. The Texas margaritas were delicious and served strong. The talent was engaging and ranged from poets to singers. Overall, I'd definitely come back and check ahead to see who's performing. With the parking and cover, you invest some cash before you're entertained.

My boyfriend surprised me with a date night here! Parking is on the side of the building, valet…read moreonly but it's only $5. Inside is definitely a small and cozy experience! Good amount of seating that gives off a family basement kind of vibe. I'll start with the con: the service here was subpar. We sat in the overflow area and there were tables all around us. The two servers that we saw in the area repeatedly NEVER came to our table to greet us or take our order. My boyfriend ended up having to walk himself to the bar to get a drink and order some food for us. Even once the food came I had to flag her down to get another drink. We were not hidden or hard to see, so that was very disappointing. The comedy show was really good. The comedians were fun and funny. Each one's personality was so different and big and we laughed the whole night. Although good service is huge to me, I'd come back and give it another try because overall I really enjoyed the scene.

This was my first time at Center Stage Theater and my concert was in the Vinyl room. It's a small…read morevenue, which makes the concert more intimate. It wasn't super crowded, plus we got there early, so we were able to go right up to the front. But even if we were further back, it would've still been easy to see. The security, entrance staff, and bartender were all super kind. We could leave and come back, which was nice. It was a bit cold inside the venue so I liked being able to go back to my car for a jacket, which most other venues do not allow. They have a parking garage that ranges from $10-25, which is probably the best bet as parking is limited in this area. Overall, I think this is a great venue. It was clean, easy to grab a drink, and incredible to get so close to the artist performing. It really elevates the performance and whole experience. Shoutout to Wynne for putting on an incredible concert!

I stopped by on a Saturday night to listen to live music in November 2023. It's part of the Center…read moreStage Theater complex with 3 different stages. First, the location is convenient if you're staying at the Hampton Inn Midtown (just one block to the north). The Vinyl is an intimate room that only holds up to 100 people, so the audience is quite close to the performers. Second, the $18 cover price was reasonable to hear two bands. I actually enjoyed the warm-up performance ("Little Hopes" - a local Atlanta couple who are talented with a positive vibe in their folk/country duets) a lot more than the main event (a Texas band which was way too loud). Can't comment on the food (none is served here), and I skipped the bar given several Yelp reviewer complaints of exorbitant prices. The venue provides free water and cups. One downside is that most people need to stand (not many seats). I arrived 15 minutes before the show started and was able to find a comfortable chair in the back. Look forward to my next visit to Atlanta and seeing another live performance!

The Tabernacle is an iconic, historic venue and an Atlanta institution. It's located right next to…read moreSkyView Atlanta, the Ferris Wheel, near Centennial Olympic Park downtown. The Tabernacle is primarily used for concerts, but hosts other events as well. The building originally opened as a Baptist church in 1911. It became a music venue in 1996. Today, it's owned by Live Nation (Ticketmaster is a subsidiary). The building retains a lot of the look and feel of an early-20th-century church with interesting architecture, stained glass, creaky wooden floors, and all. It has a lot of character, as they say. It also has a lot of bars, at least one on every floor (there are four floors). We attended Ali Wong Live here on Saturday, April 11, 2026. It was a great show and we enjoyed the venue. My wife bought tickets back in November. We sat on the lower level, fairly close to the stage, in Section 102, Row F, Seats 1-2. These seats plus "Premier Parking" in the 100 Luckie St garage (LAZ Parking) cost $380.09 after taxes and fees, via Ticketmaster. The 100 Luckie St garage is two blocks down the street from the Tabernacle. It's an old garage with tight turns and spaces. Before the show, I got a Hendrick's double-shot gin and tonic at the bar in the side room on the second level. It cost $33.45 after tip. A good drink, but expensive. Before this month, the last time I was here was Saturday, August 9, 2014 for a big Yelp event / Yelper party. For that event, the venue was occupied by a variety of vendors spanning multiple rooms and floors. It was a lot of fun.

Recently came to a concert at Tabernacle after a decade. The staff was kind and helpful, the layout…read moreof the venue is great for visibility from seats, bars in every section along with bathrooms. The sound system was great as well! Really enjoyed my time here and would come back for another show whenever I'm in town again!

Center Stage Theatre is a concert venue and I got to visit when I came to town for a concert. This…read morejust might be my favorite concert venue that I've ever been to for a more intimate show! I loved the layout of the theater, where it seemed like all seats were good seats. They had both floor tickets where it was standing room and then seating that looked kind of like colosseum or stadium seating. Although they had this seating, the place still felt intimate and really added to the ambiance of the concert. I also loved the layout of the lobby area where there were different entry points and a good space for the vendors to sell tour merch and several areas where they had mirrors that gave great photo ops or an area to check your outfit. Loved Center Stage Theatre!

As part of the Christmas festivities, I got tickets for my fiancée and me to see a rendition of…read moreCharles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. As someone who has acted before, I can say the issues we experienced were more on the production company than the venue itself. The main problem? Smoke. So much smoke. It was hard to breathe, my eyes were watering, and I'm a pretty tough guy--but my fiancée was really suffering. When I called to request a refund, I learned it wasn't just us. If you're going to use a fog machine, you need to disclose it ahead of time, especially for children, people with respiratory issues, or anyone sensitive to it. On top of that, there was a child crying during the performance. Instead of quietly and discreetly taking them outside, staff tried to address it in the middle of the show, which was distracting for everyone. That said, I do want to thank the venue for working with us to get a refund. The space itself is nice, and I'm open to returning for other productions in the future. Just a heads-up--the seating is very intimate, so be prepared to be close to your neighbors.

How lovely! The building is beautiful, and they really did try and maintain it as much as possible,…read moreand it shows how well the kept it. It's great that this piece of history will continue on as it has for the past almost 100 years! I'm so glad I got tickets to see a performance here because the experience was great. I definitely will have to keep my eye out for other shows to catch. Surprisingly, security was fast. It took me maybe a minute to get through and scan my ticket. Staff was friendly and really helpful. They check tickets for seats before directing you to another member that will guide you to your seat. My friend and I came to see Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and it was amazing! I believe they stopped by Atlanta last year, and I'm glad that they returned. According to the program, each day had some differences as to what was performed, and I considered going again just to see the other dances. Truly talented people come to perform, and it's so great that Fox is here as a venue for them to showcase their talents.

I was overjoyed to start off my first event of the year at the Historic Fox Theater to see Alicia…read moreKey's production, Hell's Kitchen (absolutely fabulous). Pros: -The Box Office opens several hours before the shows (this provides an opportunity to upgrade seats). -The security at The Fox is bar none! They manage the lines and quickly move the crown through the scans. -Staff is vey friendly, welcoming and super helpful. - Food options are pretty good (although pricey). -Upstairs sound quality is great. Cons: -The Box Office staff is super slow and there are no line markers to separate Box Office/Will Call from the window for Season Ticket holders. -On the Orchestra floor, the sound quality is hit or miss depending on where you sit. Tip: Avoid double letters on the left and right if you can. - Exiting the theater through side doors can be super dangerous at night. The stairs are step and lighting is limited They should have a sign to warn seniors. Many of them were having difficulty getting down.

Located in the Four Seasons hotel on the 2nd floor; we were immediately greeted by the host staff…read more Our reservation was for 12:30pm and we arrived approximately mins early and had to briefly wait for our table to be ready. We sat down and were provided water and I asked for a purse holder and the waitress was able to locate one for me. We received our menus and if you're in to a French style menu, this is the place for you. I had the avocado tartine (toast), and others in my party had the eggs Benedict, the crepe; and pancakes. Two of us also ordered a mimosa. Because it was my aunts birthdays, they were given a small treat. It's quiet and very cute ambiance and lighting. They have tea time from 1-4pm which I will definitely be back for. ***I gave this place a 4 only because the menu was sort of limited from what I had known to be a buffet style brunch and I think, to me, I needed a little more seasoning.***

Bar Margot is along my walk home from work, so from time to time I'll stop in for a drink or dinner…read moreat the bar. As you'd expect at the Four Seasons it's a very upscale ambiance and the staff is always very welcoming. The bar itself is large enough to hold a dozen or so seats and there is extensive table and banquette seating in the floor area. They have a selection of house cocktails and I've been happy with each one I've tried (my eye always moves to the bourbon/whiskey options on the menu). There is a limited food menu that is definitely way better than standard "bar food" though neither is it fine dining; it's perfect for a light meal. They do have music certain evenings so it can get quite busy then or on weekend nights. Prices are a little above what you can find nearby in Midtown but again this is a five star hotel; I think it's worthwhile for the occasional visit.

Live music in Virginia highlands! They'll have a cover of $5 or $15 depending on what day you go…read moreand they list who will be playing on their website. Great space and scene to be honest. Cheap cocktails. There's space to dance by the stage. Security was super friendly. There is an atm inside if you don't have cash because that's all they accept. They had a pretty big band from Chicago come and perform when I went

Blind Willie's is a live music joint in the heart of Virginia Highlands. I went on a Thursday…read moreevening and the cover was $5 each (cash). There were plenty of seats but the place started to fill up as the band began to perform. Everyone was enjoying the music and dancing. They have a variety of drinks to enjoy too. If you like bluesy music, this is a great place to go!

A friend recommended I checked this place out. The ambiance…read morewas welcoming and fun. And we all enjoyed the food and the regional selections. They even had a band playing which was fun and unexpected. We also loved our moonshine drinks and the specialty margarita. The service was outstanding and the bathrooms were clean, which is always important. Would love to visit this place again!

Pro tip: Sort the reviews by newest. There's a pattern... and it exists for a reason…read more I was really jonesing for some Southern food, and this was the only place close to my downtown hotel that was still open at 9pm. I sat down at the bar at 9:04pm, and placed my order for the seafood gumbo, highly recommended by the hostess (who had the personality of a bumper sticker). I looked around the place. The live band was decent. Not terrible, but definitely not good enough for me to watch. Then I waited. And waited. Thankfully, I was able to doom scroll TikTok, because my food didn't arrive till 9:52pm- the place closes at 10pm! There were 4 customers at the bar (which seats 10), and one of the other patrons sitting near me clearly was annoyed that his take-out order was taking just as long. Do yourself a favor. Do NOT come here. The food itself tasted like microwaved leftovers, and was less than luke warm..... like my son's diaper 12 minutes after he pee'd in it. The bartender was nice, but even she apologized for the long wait. Yeah.... don't do it. Stay in your hotel with Lunchables and root beer.

I usually come here in Tuesday nights to The Listening Room. The DJs are great. Free parking…read more Decent drinks. Great food. If you enjoy the art of music, definitely pull up on a Tuesday night

I stopped by Smith's Olde Bar for drinks and originally planned to grab food elsewhere, but the…read morevibe immediately won me over--excellent atmosphere and a diverse crowd. Angela Blaire, the bartender, truly made the experience exceptional. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and walked me through the menu, convincing me to give the food a try. I'm glad she did, because it was far better than I expected. Angela checked in on me throughout, making sure I had everything I needed, both food and drinks. Outstanding service and a great experience all around. I'll definitely be telling my friends about this spot.

The staff here are absolutely amazing! They are a dream to work with for events - I love it here!read more

Had a blast at this venue! Was treated nicely by the staff and was clean enough for the show.read more