We came for the food (not for music or drinks) and it was well worth it, and worth returning…read more You'll note the menu is short, but it is eclectic, and this really contributes to the quality of the food. Few of the ingredients are "multi-purposed" for different dishes, which means everything is prepared (not just cooked) for order. By keeping the menu short, TWF is able to specialize and perfect each of the dishes. Prices are same as the local chain restaurants, but you're getting much better quality here.

Let me tell you from the start, if there was an option of a negative star, I would use it…read more We came on a beautiful Saturday night for some live music and cocktails. The music was ok, we all have our preferences, right? It was live, no questions here. But the cocktails. Oh, my, it's different story. I love cocktails, I love delicious ones with some hint or twist, I love experiences. Those cocktails we ordered with my husband (two different cocktails) were just disgusting. How dare you call that slop a cocktail? Whoever was mixing them should be banned from the bar forever. It's not a cocktail. It's a slop. We are polite people, we paid our bill and just left. But we want everyone to know, don't waste your dollars. Do not encourage that business to continue to keep its doors open. Because they shouldn't be open. It's a shame for the owners. I added a picture as a proof we were there, that review is from real customers.

As a huge R.E.M. fan since I was wee kid I've held 40 Watt Club in regard for many, many, years. In…read more2008 I was able to check it out for the first time during a visit when Athfest was going on and I was lucky enough to catch locals Elf Power perform on that hallowed stage. Several months back, when my husband and I saw that there would be two R.E.M. Murmur anniversary shows with special guests we knew we had to go (my husband is also a huge R.E.M. fan). I had my finger on the button for their eventbrite page the moment the tickets went on sale and I was lucky enough to snag a pair of only a few hundred tickets to this special night. To say we were excited is an understatement! But this isn't a review about the show (though it was incredible, you can see my photos for a play by play of the guests) but the venue. And the venue itself is also amazing. My memory from 2008 is hazy so I can't tell if much has been updated but it feels very new without being new, if that makes sense? Maybe a better word would be that it felt very well cared for. And because of that I can tell you it's one of the best small club venues I've ever been to. The stage isn't anything fancy but the sound is great and there isn't a bad view in the house, drinks are reasonably priced, and the staff was beyond nice. it was pouring rain while we were waiting to get in and they worked really hard to get us all in quickly when the doors opened. Merch staff was also really friendly. I'm proud to sport my 40 Watt t-shirt around town here in Ann Arbor. From one college town to another, Athens--you're lucky to have this gem!

I've wanted to see a show here for a long time and finally got my chance when I attended the 2026…read more"heATHENS homecoming" concerts by the Drive By Truckers and special guests. I caught 3 of the 4 nights with my brother and they were a blast. Such a thrill to see a band I've been following for two decades in the place where it all started for them. The club itself is a gem-- easy entry process, clean restrooms, not a bad spot in the house, perfect size venue for an active but intimate show. Friendly staff who appreciate the fans and the music. To top it all off-- incredibly cheap drinks. I'm talking about $3-$5 beers (the latter for tallboys), $6 or less well drinks, and almost nothing for more than $10. Coming from Nashville where even the diviest of music venues are starting to charge 2-3x those prices during shows, it was a revelation. The club is steps away from great record stores, bars, and places to grab a bite. Highly, highly recommended.

I have been going here since I moved to Athens in 2010. A great venue of Wonderful Music.read more

Disappointed in this specific performance choice -altho the venue is fine for casual events…read more Foundry:5 stars for casual facility Band: 2 stars for lack of tribute band songs -Eventbrite let us down We were excited to go to an event that claimed to be playing Abbey Road -a Beatles tribute band. Unfortunately, even though the band played loudly and spiritedly, after the first hour: with not even a semblance of Beatles music to fulfill our expectations, and the arrival of an accordion on the stage (at a Beatles show!?) - well -we were a little underwhelmed. Hoping the next few shows are better -and at least similar to the band that inspired the tribute as advertised.

Live Wire Athens did not disappoint! Daniel and staff worked hard to create the upscale nightclub…read moreambiance we were after for our Dead Beat Club event. Everything about Live Wire is top-notch: Beautiful venue, superb sound and lighting, and a cocktail lounge that rivals any in our area. Add the courtyard with elevated deck area and it offers a cozy place for all. So many of our guests commented on the fact that they had never been there, and that it was now on their radar screen. So the next time you don't know what to do on a Tuesday summer evening, drop in to experience all that is Live Wire Athens. Tiki Taco Tuesday is coming up every week and you can enjoy Don Carne tacos and a beautifully crafted cocktail at this local family-owned and operated venue. Check their calendar for more public events, or talk to them about your wedding, graduation party, or family reunion. See you Tuesday!

LIVE WIRE FILTERS OUT THEIR GOOGLE REVIEWS, SO YOU CAN NOT LEAVE AN HONEST REVIEW THERE…read more We are writing to express our profound disappointment with the event coordination for our 20-year reunion. The experience was incredibly unprofessional, and the Class of '04 Reunion Committee felt disrespected after having paid for your services. Initially, we selected Live Wire based on the positive reviews on your social media platforms. However, after checking other review sites like Yelp, it became clear that our negative experience was not unique. We encountered significant issues with conflicting information about the services provided by your staff. Despite multiple attempts to contact our event coordinator, Erika, we did not receive clear or consistent answers to our questions. During our visit on June 25th, we were given conflicting information yet again, but your general manager, Algy, and other staff were the most pleasant and spoke with us with the level of customer service a paying client expects. Attempts to visit the venue during stated hours of operation were fruitless, as the venue was closed each time. Given the high cost of renting this venue, we expected a much higher level of service and professionalism. After speaking with the owner, Erin, we were told that we were "wasting her time" because she and other members of management had to be involved when our event coordinator, Erika, went unresponsive and we weren't getting our questions answered. Erin also mentioned that she shouldn't be communicating with one of the committee members because they weren't the point of contact, yet she was willing to take an additional $350 from our classmate for an extra hour to set up. This inconsistency was unacceptable. This business is in the hospitality and customer service industry, and Live Wire's conduct was severely lacking. We have never heard of an event coordinator not assisting with coordination. When our class representative was told Erika was not an event planner, we were already aware. However, when we expressed our concerns to Erin and Algy, their responses were contradictory. Live Wire can certainly learn from Algy, who communicated professionally while being informative and addressing our issues. If your event coordinator was unable to fulfill the responsibilities of the role, then it raises questions about the standard of service provided. If this venue could not handle event coordination, it should not have taken on the responsibility. Here's the link to UGA's Event Planning and Meeting Management Certificate. Given that this is a college town, as Erin pointed out, perhaps Live Wire could benefit from this training to better reflect professionalism in its operations. On July 4th, we received an email stating changes to our contract and confirmation that the $350 was received for the additional setup hour. Yet, they weren't the point of contact, but the money was taken. As of July 7th, Erin responded to a message indicating that yet again, misinformation was provided. Erin, you stated in your email that you said the same thing as Erika to our class representative, which you certainly did not do. Our class representative even confirmed with you multiple times prior to leaving regarding the timeline for dropping off tablecloths at 2 pm. It's a good thing that in the state of Georgia, you have the right to record conversations as long as one person is aware, and when they spoke with you, the committee was also on the phone and heard the entire conversation. You also forgot to mention that you said if your staff shared the information regarding tablecloths or any items being dropped off and set up before our arrival, you would have to speak with your team. Sounds like a lack of communication amongst your staff that had nothing to do with the client. The fact that you blatantly lied about your conversation in an email truly shows this venue for what it is. Neither you nor Erika owned up to any customer service lapses, which was mind-blowing. On July 8th, Erika finally reached out to our point of contact by phone and provided direct contact information, less than four days before our event. The simple fact that there was a thread going back and forth between your event coordinator and our point of contact prior to July 8th and your event coordinator went unresponsive is what warranted the call for clarity yet again. And it seems that both you and your event coordinator are on the same page when it comes to telling the customer to make sure we have a great time at the event and not to worry about logistics leading up to it. So, you wanted us to put trust in the fact that everything would work itself out, but your business has made that impossibly hard to do.

Very fun place we had our company Christmas party here. I will say I didn't see any elevators and…read morethis place is segmented into floors like crazy.. you will have to climb lots of flights of stairs to get around. Bars are a few and intimate.

Really enjoyed our experience here as it was our 1st time. The bar service was quick and efficient,…read morethe venue acoustics were amazing, and the bathrooms were clean. Staff members started scanning tickets and issuing wristbands prior to doors opening which was great and staff was very friendly! I would definitely come back to a show here. Parking was easily found in the garage behind the theatre on Washington street. It was $6 for us to park. There's plenty to walk to nearby. All in all a great experience!

Little Kings Shuffle Club is one of the many great dive bars to be found in downtown Athens. We…read morestopped in to pregame it a little before the third night of the Drive-by Truckers annual four night heathens homecoming run at the 40 Watt. Little Kings did not disappoint. It's a roomy place, especially when you consider both the roomy inside and the very roomy outside seating. It was a nice night, so we sat outside to enjoy the good weather. Prices are very reasonable, and the bartending is good. I have no complaints in that regard or any regard really. I will surely return when I'm in Athens again next year. Cheers!

Really cool bar with lots of outdoor seating. Cool vibes and everyone's chill. Really nice…read moreattentive bartenders and a lot of outdoor fun (ping pong was fun). Cheap drinks and 25+ so pretty mature crowd.

Hendershot's Coffee is a unique place. What makes it unique?…read more * In addition to serving coffee along with some food items, it's full bar and has all of your booze groups covered. * It hosts live music, and not just a guy or gal playing an acoustic guitar. We want for a comedy show that was great. One of the nice things about Hendershot's is in my limited experience the shows start at 7:00 p.m., which means it's totally doable on a "school night." My suspicion is it is townie's place. When we went, I did not see any UGA kids. In other words, it's a place for grown ups for the most part. Pro-tip: Get there early for an evening show. Parking can be a challenge with three great restaurants more or less adjacent, and the best seats for shows fill up fast. Cheers!

The only nearly coffee place that's open at 8AM on a Saturday…read more I was the only patron in the place for a while until a large group of runners came by. I guess this is their after run meeting spot. Decent coffee. Beautiful presentation. I really like the area. Lots of outdoor seating.

The Classic Center is an amazing venue for the physical education event that I have attended twice…read more Tons of space, high ceilings and generally good acoustics. There is so much room to move! The staff is a bit inconsistent. Some are friendly and helpful and some aren't They keep the bathrooms quite clean. The parking situation here is not very good. Of you are lucky enough to snag a spot it's good but the lot fills quickly. Overall I would come back to more events here in the future.

Horrible venue. Will never come here for an event ever again. Super rude staff and a whole lot…read morechaos. I do not recommend

Great Brunswick stew and Bbq Chicken . It'…read more....... Easy to order online and pick up

Your food was very very good. The brisket was to die for love everything about it. Good service,…read moregood hostess highly highly recommend it.

Perfect bar for a casual night out. They have pool tables, outdoor and indoor settings, tvs to…read morewatch sport games, and perfect amount of drinks to choose from. I've never had a bad experience in regards to service. I will say it's hard to find seats, so just be prepared to stand a while if they're busy.

Bouncer kicked me out for no reason what's so ever. I got back in and he found me again to kick me…read moreout. Was very handsy and drunk with power. Will not be going back.