Chef Rob's Cafe & Bar

★★★☆☆ 3 (722) • $$

"Me and a friend of mine decided to stop here to get a quick bite. When we arrived we parked in the public lot. We walked in and were greeted and sat at the bar. I started with the rum punch, and it was good. I then had the jerk shrimp egg rolls, and they were decent, just the sauce was a little sweet. My friend enjoyed their quesadilla. The bill wasn't bad and we had a good experience."

CRU Urban Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.5 (387) • $$

"Came here while out with family for a cousin's night out. We made a reservation for 20ppl and arrived on-time. Despite being on time, our table was given away to another party. Instead of correcting it or providing something for the inconvenience, we were crammed into a 10seater booth so the couples had to sit on each others laps. While there, the music was good and we had a good time. However, when it was time to check out, the waitress got our bill incorrect and charged the wrong amount for our bottles. She gave us a really hard time about correcting it and was hesitant to give us a receipt for the refunded amount. The night lasted longer than needed.Needless to say, I'm not in a rush to go back. If I did go back then I wouldn't come with a large party because reservations don't seem to be honored."

Octopus Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (247) • $$$

"What a weird little place. This place is prime for a pros and cons list:Pros: food is great and fresh, service is great, hookah burned great, ambiance is quirky, vibe is distinctly Atlanta, and the bar is impressive in terms of look and variety. There are TVs everywhere and I love watching sports so that's fun too. I like the decorations a lot as it has an updated but older feel with character.Cons: this place is very, VERY overpriced. Salad, 5 shrimp, and rice for $41 is just unnecessary. I got metal detected upon walking in which was fine except that means there's a reason they're metal detecting on the way in which is not great. "Standard" valet was $20 to move my car maybe 5 feet. This place has no idea what to be. Is it an upscale seafood restaurant? A hookah lounge? A sports bar? A club? Yes to all. I'm not mad about it as the concept seems viable enough. It's just confusing and a bit of a rip.4/5"

Escobar Restaurant & Tapas

★★☆☆☆ 2.4 (575) • $$

"Came in on a rainy Thursday looking for something different. Boy is this place different. The write up says tapas, but that is not what this really is. It is a hookah bar with a club vibe (security at the door and notes about no cover charge) and really loud music. I sat at a the bar and scanned the Q code for the menu. I went with the crab cakes that come with two sides - chose rice and okra. The okra was fantastic. The crab cakes were good, but neither had any sauce. The rice was oddly crunchy, maybe undercooked a bit?The service is great - the staff are friendly and the chef even came out to check on the food. Just realize what you are in for before you go!"

Babylon Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (207) • $$

"I gave 4-stars only because of the $40 parking fee. I felt that was a bit much considering I was there for dessert & a couple of drinks only. Apparently, there is a club, separate from the dining room in the back of the building. I sat at the bar. I ordered a drink + dessert. My Mojoto was a little sweeter than I have had from other bars, but I drank it down & ordered a Crown + cranberry. It's really hard to mess that up. The Lemoncello cake is the best dessert on the menu.Will I go back? Maybe if they come down on that parking price."

Atlantis Restaurant & Lounge

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (391) • $$

"This place is where it's at! Located in the Piedmont Area of Atlanta, it's a very popular venue for both locals and out of towners. We decided to drop in for brunch around 1pm and it was packed both inside and out and the doors opened at 12p. There is a 2 hour seating limit per party, you can sit outside or purchase bottle service inside. However, the more bottles you buy, the more your time limit extends. After 7 bottles and Lord knows how many hours of "brunchin", this day was a blur. All I will say is that the music/DJ here was different. The food was fresh, seasoned to perfection also. The lobster Mac n cheese w the fried shrimp is a must try. It's packed w so much flavor. The hot wings here are mouth watering too. There's so much I want to say about the food and service but for some reason it's not all coming back to me at the moment (still drunk 2days later). There's hookah here also if that's your thing. Honestly I enjoyed this place the most and will make sure I drop in every time I'm in the city. 5 stars for the venue5 stars for the food and service5 stars for the DJ15 stars total. Let's get it!!!"

Therapy Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (139) • $$

"Phase 1 seems cool, but phase 2 was a vibe! Drinks and service were top notch. It was dark and chill, you can dress casual! Honestly, what I liked the most was the tv screens matching the dj. Any time he mixed a new song or switched, the video would too! Drinks were tasty, tacos were even better and I am a drinker lol'"

Dijla Cafe & Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.1 (65) • $$

"DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH!!!!!!!!!!Parking in a dim lit lot but free. Do not judge this place by the outside appearance! It is a great time! No alcohol served, but juice, smoothies and teas are available.Our server Malikka was AWESOME and balanced all the tables on a Friday night like a champ! The smoothie was just the right sweetness and a large size.The grilled fish was outstanding. My friend and I were totally silent as we ripped our plates apart with no mercy.The lentil soup is more like dahl but tasty. Malikka suggested adding lemon squeezes to it and that made such a nice difference.Hookah was smoooooooooth and serviced regularly with coals.I loved my time there and would be back!"

Ace Atlanta

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (83)

"Service was very slow. We had to go find a server and then find said server multiple times that night. The lemon pepper wings were too salty for me, but I loved the sweet chili salmon bites."

1201 Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (47)

"Came in to check this place out since its fairly new. I'm going to say since it's fairly new will give some grace. There are some areas of opportunity for sure. Put in reservations but due to only in person working it seems didn't check in just sat us which caused issue on open table. Sat outside on the patio as it felt good out. Seating was comfortable. Took about 15 minutes before someone came over to ask if ar needed but again he was the bar tender, server, hostess so giving grace. Tried the tower it was pretty sugary since not shaken. Tried the Salmon egg rolls, wings (lemon pepper), red snapper. Everything was flavored well I can say. Will come back up try again hopefully they get the young man running around some help."

Jaffa Restaurant Atl

★★★★☆ 3.8 (37)

"If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal in a cozy and inviting atmosphere, then look no further than the Middle Eastern Spot, "Jaffa Restaurant Atl". From the moment you step inside, you'll be greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming ambiance that transports you to the heart of the Middle East.The menu offers a wide variety of authentic Middle Eastern dishes that will surely satisfy your palate. The hummus and falafel appetizer is a must-try, with its creamy texture, bold flavors and crunchiness. For a main course, the mixed grill platter is a standout, as well as the tender and juicy chicken kabob or kofta kabob served alongside fluffy rice and a fresh salad. The falafel wrap is also a delicious vegetarian option, packed with flavor and filling.The restaurant is known for its generous portions, so you'll definitely leave feeling satisfied. And if you still have room for dessert, the baklava is a sweet and flaky treat that's the perfect way to end your meal. FYI: Dont forget to check out the beautifully decorated patio, where you can chill with friends for hours while smoking hookah or sipping on pretty Mocktails. The indoor decor is simple yet elegant, with beautiful Middle Eastern accents that add to the overall ambiance."

Blue Restaurant

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (77) • $$

"Hookah fan here since 2007, and finally made it to this locale right outside the Shops. Location is great and food is tasty! I ordered the lamb skewers with Jasmine rice, and they were very tasty! I can tell they take extra steps to make their food taste distinguished from an item on most hookah lounge menus... The lamb was marinated nicely and the hooka was a nice top off. Drink menu offers various premium drinks and prices aren't too bad. About ($13 for a drink Henny, Ciroc, Bacardi) Now, I'll be back but the manager did ruin the end for us because he is incompetent. Don't you feel cheated or disgusted when the staff is better than a manager?!?! We got there at 8pm. The host advised us at 10pm they charge for tables.... I'm sure you know where I'm already going. My group and I were in no argument here but the loser manger kept putting pressure on us from about 9:50-1030. When he found out the waitress was m.i.a. the last 20 min or so he felt like a jerk. My group and I had been ready to go but the waitress never brought the checks. Whose fault is that?!?... We are not going to leave without our tab closed to stand by the bar and wait on a check and have to sign at the bar. We will do that at the table! Nonetheless, aside from that lil hiccup the place is passable and the area is cool. Typical Atl vibe. Bottle service at like 8pm, pretty people, nice bar, and good music. Manager is really annoying though. I don't know who the guy was but he' short, has a semi-thick accent and put pressure on us when the pressure should have been on his staff!"

Zanzi Bar Cuisine & Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (27)

"I had a great experience here mainly because the food - I arrived with low expectations thinking this was going to be one of those places that focuses more on aesthetics and vibes than the quality of the food. Every single item were delicious and up to par on what I expect the food to be. I will definitely be back"

Vanity Restaurant And Bar

★★★★☆ 3.5 (26)

"I honestly don't know what to make of this place. It was next to my hotel and the beautiful exterior drew me in.When I got inside, it felt like a night club. It was super dark and I was carded and then told to sit anywhere so I sat at the bar. I ordered some steak bites and some fries. My server forgot to put the order for the fries in so I only got the steak bites and they were really tasty! However, they gave me disposable silverware to eat the steak with, which felt a little odd.I wouldn't say go and I wouldn't say not go - just check it out for yourself. Making a reservation is seemingly unnecessary but easy through the yelp app.Also, be warned: this is also a hookah lounge so it goes have that fruity smoke scent to it."

6am

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (35) • $$

"We were immediately greeted and seated upon entering the building. I believe the host name was Jessica or Jennifer. Unfortunately I for not recall but her service was exceptional. I have shared pics of the menu. Pricing was fair. Whenever I first visit lounges and they offer wings I will try them. The wings we're large however I definitely prefer the smaller ones. The shrimp poboy was good too. The good was definitely hot when it arrived to the table. The only downside was I simply wanted a cup of water but you have to purchase a bottle of fiji water for $4. Before leaving we had the opportunity to try a hookah. The ambiance of the place was nice. Open floor plan but intimate at the same time. They dimmed the lights right before I was leaving. The restroom was exceptionally large, very clean with a lot of natural light. There is no alcohol served. Great after hours spot for sure. Great food options on the menu."