After a show at Cat's Cradle, my partner and I stopped by Atlas Bar for a nightcap while waiting…read morefor the traffic to die down, and it was the perfect choice, walking distance from the venue. I loved the music-themed menu concept, it fits the atmosphere so well. It is a little dark and moody. I ordered the Punk Rock Riot (a vodka drink), and my partner got a whiskey drink. Both were excellent. The Friday night vibes were great, and we had a fantastic time sitting at the bar and soaking it all in. The staff were friendly, the atmosphere was welcoming, and it felt like a place where you could easily spend a few hours enjoying good drinks, music, and company. As a bonus, I found out they sell cake too! I didn't try it this time, but it's definitely on my list for the next visit. A patron recommended the strawberry cake. As I say in many of my reviews: I'll be back.

What a vibe! They had a super fun summer camp themed drink menu when I was there. I was a little…read morenervous it would be more style than substance but everything that we ordered was exactly as described and lived up to the expectations. You can order bar snacks from acme down the street, but don't miss out on the cake that will tempt you from its display on the bar. The guests shift as the night goes on so come early if you want a more chill/ relaxed atmosphere vs more animated energy as the night goes on.

The service was excellent! But the burger was out of this world! Definitely one of the best burgers…read moreI've ever had!!!! And the fries and ranch were really good too.

Another disappointing stop on our GNO. I had been looking forward to this speakeasy vibe with…read moreinventive drinks...but ugh. We got here at 8pm and wanted to sit outside but they told us there was no service out there since it could start raining at any time. It was not busy at all so we went back in and got seated in an admittedly very cool round velvet sofa. All of the decor (that you could see) was really fun and I liked it a lot. However, it was extremely dark inside and it made me wonder exactly what they were trying to hide. Nina was out server and she was really fun. We ordered a round from her and waited. And waited. She finally returned TWENTY MINUTES later with our drinks. By that time we asked for our check because that was ridiculous. I had a Paloma and it was disgusting. Bottom shelf tequila. And then we got the bill...I knew from yelp that we were going to have automatic gratuity but it was $70 for 4 drinks. SEVENTY. Do they do automatic gratuity because it takes them 20 minutes to make some drinks? Yeah, I'm not coming back here.

Best. Spicy. Popcorn. EVAH!!…read more Cool $4 "mystery" beers also on select nights. Such a cool vibe. Downstairs from Franklin st.

Amazing little hole in the wall that everyone in Chapel Hill knows about. They have a DJ on Fridays…read moreand Saturdays which is usually why we go. Sometimes the only frustrating thing is the parking is on Franklin Street, so finding parking sometimes is hard. We also try to get there at a decent time because it starts getting really busy and there's a massive line after a certain time at night. They don't have any food, but I've gotten affair number of different types of drinks, including strawberry, daiquiris, Long Island iced teas, and different siders on top as well as in cans

Great experience! The bartenders are so friendly! The drinks are so unique and good. Spent my…read morebirthday here and they were so accommodating. It's becoming one of my favorite places to come to!

If you're looking for a place that will make you a good, strong classic cocktail this is it. They…read morehave a rotation seasonal menu but don't expect the theatrics. It will be delicious and balanced.

Love the vibe! Retro 70's decor. Excellent and modern cocktails being served! Friendly and…read morewelcoming. Good tunes pumping. Games available to play. Cannot wait to go back!

Super cute joint to go for a drink and to chill. Inside is awesome with cool decor and sitting…read morespots. Huge outdoors area to hang out or play corn hole. Inside and out have stages for live entertainment. When I researched, I thought they served food... primarily burgers and had a limited menu. They do not. If a food truck comes in, that is where you will get your food. Great drink selections and very good prices with fantastic service.. I'm not on that side of town much, but if I was I could see it being a frequent loal hang out.

I LOVE dive bars! My bro celebrated completing his degree in this tiny bar and it was a blast! The…read moreband for the night LILLy AND THE HELLIONS were a delight and there was much dancing. The bartender is a PRO. There is free fresh popped popcorn and no other food but you can bring in food from nearby restaurants. Friendly and relaxed atmosphere -not for snobs. Mix of locals and travelers. I woukd love to come back again.

This place is HORRIBLE! If you have any kind of decensy for you family or kids, you will NOT come…read morehere. I'm a U.S. Navy Veteran and was having a conversation in this establishment with another veteran. At some point, a female and her friend decided to interject and tell us how what we were talking about was wrong. Fair enough, everyone is entitled to an opinion. At that point, the bartender kicked me out, and let them stay. After asking why I was being removed, he simply said that I had been there longer! These girls were trashed! If you want a good experience in Hillsborough, NC; do yourself a favor and go elsewhere. This establishment cators to liberal politics and agendas. You will absolutely NOT receive fair treatment here, especially if you are a Veteran!

Preppy college towns are so dystopian bro-- 27 years on this earth and never been denied entry from…read morea place until the night of my MASTER'S graduation cause bro didn't buy that my R-E-A-L ID (which costs extra, mind you) was real and wouldn't scan it/get anyone else to check. How are you gonna refuse to let a whole adult with a 401k in because you don't feel like verifying a verifiable ID :/ the group after me asked why, and apparently "the edges were peeling", so they showed their peeling IDs and said "well we definitely won't get in then" BUT THEY DID :/ Bless their hearts, they tried to say something, but she just got angrier and snapped at me to have a good night in a way which suggested that she very much did NOT want me to have a good night. My siblings flew out from Philly and NYC for one night together, so needless to say this was a damper, but apparently not uncommon -- you'd think a place with that reputation would have a little employee oversight :/

For a place that calls itself a liberal bar they are very prejudicial and they showed it on…read moreHalloween night when I tried to bring in my service dog they asked me questions that were illegal to ask like where is your psychiatrist letter which I do have one but I don't have to show it nor do I have to show any evidence whatsoever that my dog is a service dog in all 50 states of the United States and under federal law that is not required once you identify your dog as a service dog that is all that's necessary really in most places but not for Orange County Orange County believes that they are above the law and very soon that will change for them. Do not recommend this place and probably will never go back.

This place was crowded and required a $10 cover per person. It was fun to get a big bucket/cup of…read morebeer for cheap but you've got to drink quick so it doesn't get warm. There was live music. It definitely was nice but depends on the vibe you're looking for

You don't get more Chapel Hill than this place. Nine dollar buckets of beer they call a blue cup…read more Fantastic music! Sports are always on. Sit at a picnic table and have a blast catching up with friends. You never know who's gonna show up. The service is quite perfect... I mean, they know their beer. The best part about it is you can stock up your bar card at home with your very own blue cups.