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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Virginia Highland

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1. TWO urban licks
4.6
Exceptional(12190)
Price: Expensive
• American • Poncey-Highland
Booked 48 times today
TWO urban licks is a buzzing spot with a vibrant bar scene. The reviews highlight the lively atmosphere, live music, and energetic vibe. It's a popular spot for dates and gatherings, with a great selection of wines on tap and craft cocktails. The ambiance is praised as cool, hip, and cosmopolitan.
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2. Bulla Gastrobar - Atlanta
4.6
Exceptional(1958)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Midtown
Booked 27 times today
Bulla (boo-ya), which is slang for chatter and what people are talking about, is devoted to delight you by serving your favorite Spanish dishes such as “Patatas Bravas," "Huevos Bulla," "Buñuelos de Bacalao," and other tapas, as well as tantalizing daily specials from our kitchen to bed shared amongst friends.We select only the finest and freshest ingredients, accented in our authentic, savory cuisine. Our ambiance is created to stir the senses and stimulate your appetite. We invite you to join us to indulge in a celebration of good taste!
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3. STK - Atlanta
4.0
Excellent(7751)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Midtown
Booked 90 times today
STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices. STK Atlanta is located in the heart of Midtown on the corner of Peachtree & 12th. STK Atlanta also offers a variety of private dining rooms.
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4. Whiskey Bird
4.8
Exceptional(307)
Price: Moderate
• American • Morningside-Lenox Park
Booked 29 times today
Whiskey Bird is a casual spot in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland/Morningside neighborhood serving Pacific Rim-inspired dishes and classic cocktails. What's popular? Our crispy brussels sprouts, yakitori, gyoza tacos, chopped salad, poke bowl, WB burger, panko-crusted chicken, and Thai steak and noodle salad all top the list. For brunch, our jumbo breakfast burritos, Hong Kong chicken and waffles, "bao benedict", and avocado toast always seem to hit the spot.Our outdoor seating is on an enclosed and heated patio.
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5. Tiny Lou's - Hotel Clermont
4.4
Awesome(2048)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Poncey-Highland
Booked 16 times today
Within the walls of Atlanta’s forthcoming Hotel Clermont lies Tiny Lou’s, a 100-seat French-American brasserie. The French-remix presents a playful approach to French favorites, utilizing Southern ingredients and complemented by a Francophile-friendly wine list.
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6. Livingston Restaurant + Bar
4.2
Awesome(380)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Midtown
Booked 3 times today
Step into history at Livingston Restaurant + Bar, nestled within The Georgian Terrace Hotel. Here, guests are invited to journey through over a century of elegance while indulging in Chef Fred Gilbert's Southern-inspired menu. Whether you’re in search of a memorable dinner, a late-night bite, or planning a private party, Livingston’s doors are open. To start planning your event, email us at info@thegeorgianterrace.com. For those attending a show at the Fox, self-parking is $50 and valet parking is $60. On non-show days, enjoy 2-hour complimentary self-parking.After dinner, continue your adventure at Edgar's Proof & Provision. Tucked away for a speakeasy vibe, this hidden gem offers an array of crafted libations and delectable provisions, perfect for winding down or sparking new conversations in an intimate, spirited setting. Come for the history, stay for the experience.
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7. Ray's in the City
4.5
Awesome(7066)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 46 times today
Ray's in the City offers seafood flown-in-daily, prime steaks & chops, an award-winning wine list, hand-crafted cocktails, and a professional service staff. We look forward to serving you!
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8. Ecco Midtown
4.6
Exceptional(5038)
Price: Expensive
• European • Midtown
Booked 13 times today
Ecco Midtown has been an Atlanta institution since being named Esquire’s "Best New Restaurant in America" in 2006. Since then, Ecco has built a reputation on serving up handcrafted and artisan flavors like hearth-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, and mouthwatering charcuterie boards to pair with an adventurous cocktail list and expertly curated cellar. With its open air patio, stylish yet unpretentious vibe, and enviable location in the heart of Atlanta, Ecco Midtown is the kind of place where every meal feels special.
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9. The Consulate
4.8
Exceptional(2149)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Midtown
Booked 29 times today
The Consulate's vibrant bar scene is praised by customers in reviews, with comments such as 'great ambiance' and 'cool vibe and atmosphere'. The drinks are described as 'top-notch' and 'incredible', with the bar staff being 'knowledgeable' and 'attentive'. The menu is said to change regularly, adding to the exciting atmosphere of the bar. It's a place where you can 'hang with your friends, or professional dinner' and enjoy 'great cocktails and food'.
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10. The Optimist
4.7
Exceptional(9273)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Midtown
Booked 93 times today
The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans. The ever-changing menu features high-quality, sustainable seafood masterfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. From sophisticated, daily-catch dishes to crudos and beachside classics, chef-owner Ford Fry’s the Optimist transports guests to their favorite coastal haunts.
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