Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant - Atlanta

The Scene – For many, this pub is the one place in Buckhead they don't mind going. Its unpretentious vibe and running tap keep a party going most nights, especially on weekends. Inside, there's enough memorabilia to cover the walls of an Irish museum. Once you recover from the initial blarney blast, take a minute to soak in the menu's hearty Irish fare. A few continental favorites stand by to rescue culinary xenophobes. – – The Draw – Young, upwardly mobile professionals colonize this Guinness and Bass factory from the time they leave work until they go home to…

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When to Go:: Given its international clientele, Fado makes a great place to watch European football (ahem, soccer) and rugby. It opens as early as 6am on game days
What to Drink:: Non-drinkers should try the Lucozade, a fizzy version of Gatorade not readily available in the U.S. It comes in original, lemon and orange flavors.
Fun Fact:: The new 3-level Fado Irish was created in Dublin by the Irish Pub Co. and was shipped to Atlanta during the winter of 2007 for installation.

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ambiance	100.0% positive	“Their staff always takes care of me and the vibe is always fun!” “loved the atmosphere at the old place, with legit bands.” “You feel completely safe and the scene is comfortable and fun!” “You can move around from area to area and find either a private romantic spot, quaint small table dining areas or pub style ambience that encourages ale songs and laughter!” “love the menu, and the bartenders are a lot of fun.” “(get there early enough, eat and there is no cover charge, then stay for the party) The party is fun, but believe it or not my husband and I come for the food!” “The food is good and the atmosphere is fun.” “The scene to go to be seen...3 levels of fun, including an open air patio and bar with fire pit and comfortable surroundings.” “It has a great atmosphere and wonderful patrons.” “est pint in Guiness, only bar to serve Lucasade - 2 flavors at that, great bartenders, great craic (Gaelic for fun)!” “Oh yeah, they picked up my parking fee too -- pretty cool!”
drinks	97.91999816894531% positive	“The scene to go to be seen...3 levels of fun, including an open air patio and bar with fire pit and comfortable surroundings.” “Fado's is a great place to go after work and have a few drinks.” “The food here is great for bar food as I've eaten here a few times.” “Fado Irish Pub is an excellent, authentic bar.” “Although you wouldn't think it, this place has the one of the best brunches in Atlanta complete with bloody mary bar.” “Never had a hard time getting good service,a good drink or a good time at this place.” “This is one of my favorite hangouts whether it is for brunch, lunch, drinks or dinner.” “It can get crowded during the evening - suggest getting there early to get a good seat at the bar.” “And i can't remember the last time I tasted a beer that cold and fresh tasting (maybe about the time of the olympics?” “love the high ceilings in the bar and the multiple lev.” “Great beer selection and attentive and friendly staff.” “Good beer, and pretty good bar food.” “good bar” “This bar is such an awesome place to meet your friends and just hang out.” “The bar is cool, the beer is quality, and served perfectly, but the food is incredible.” “Fado's Irish pub is a good place to visit for a good beer, meal, and friends.” “est pint in Guiness, only bar to serve Lucasade - 2 flavors at that, great bartenders, great craic (Gaelic for fun)!” “Irish/English/ect. Fado's is the best pub to get a pint of beer and a good meal.” “Fado is definitely my favorite Buckhead bar.” “good irish bands and the most down-to-earth people you'll find in any bar in buckhead (except maybe maike&angeloes.” “will say th ebartenders down stairs were very good and kept up with the crowd, we did not wait long for drinks and they were very friendly.” “This is a great place to go after work, get a drink or 2 and fill up on the most delicious food!” “The drinks are always good and the atmo.” “Their infamous "boxti" dishes were absolutely divine (as far as bar food goes).”
food quality	89.58000183105469% positive	“the food was great too!” “This is a great place to go after work, get a drink or 2 and fill up on the most delicious food!” “The other food is good.” “The menu items are authentic and the service has been excellent for the most part.” “This years specials may have been the best meal we have ever had.” “10 bucks for food and I had alder smoked salmon with fried shiitakes, a huge seafood tagine, and marinated swordfish fajitas with gorgeous sizzling vegetables.” “Good beer, and pretty good bar food.” “Fado Irish Pub is an excellent, authentic bar.” “The food was ok i would not order the Salmon Botxy's there were what appeared to be four flat tater tot's with a few pieces of salmon on them, not worth it.” “And i can't remember the last time I tasted a beer that cold and fresh tasting (maybe about the time of the olympics?” “The meal's prepared are something that you would expect in a high end resturant, at a affordable price.” “Their infamous "boxti" dishes were absolutely divine (as far as bar food goes).” “The food here is great for bar food as I've eaten here a few times.” “The food was fresh and delicious!” “Since they opened in Atlanta, they have continually had great Irish entertainment, authentic Irish food, and offered a friendly and inviting environment that effectively establishes a regular patronage.” “(get there early enough, eat and there is no cover charge, then stay for the party) The party is fun, but believe it or not my husband and I come for the food!” “was pleasantly surprised when we had dinner there the other night -- the food was outstanding.” “Fado's Irish pub is a good place to visit for a good beer, meal, and friends.” “have not experienced their delicious food but I have experienced their nightlife.” “The food is good and the atmosphere is fun.” “The bar is cool, the beer is quality, and served perfectly, but the food is incredible.” “(BTW, the fish and chips my girlfriend had was fresh and a huge beautiful portion of flaky white fish).” “Irish/English/ect. Fado's is the best pub to get a pint of beer and a good meal.” “this food is awesome!”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“wish they would bring back the old menu and let those who weren't Irish (all you damn tanned people) experience a little more of what makes the Irish pubs the best in the world.” “The menu items are authentic and the service has been excellent for the most part.” “love the menu, and the bartenders are a lot of fun.” “Great beer selection and attentive and friendly staff.” “All the best Irish/British Ales are on tap, as well as terrific bottle selection.” “like to be served by upbeat, witty and menu knowledgeable wait staff and generally find that here.”
overall	100.0% positive	“Fado's is a great place to go after work and have a few drinks.” “Never had a hard time getting good service,a good drink or a good time at this place.” “Fado is still the best place to go in Buckhead and Atlanta!” “Fado's Irish pub is a good place to visit for a good beer, meal, and friends.” “This is a great place to go after work, get a drink or 2 and fill up on the most delicious food!”
return potential	100.0% positive	“LOVE THIS PLACE and my friends for out of town request Fado on their every return!”
service	85.71000099182129% positive	“Never had a hard time getting good service,a good drink or a good time at this place.” “est pint in Guiness, only bar to serve Lucasade - 2 flavors at that, great bartenders, great craic (Gaelic for fun)!” “The staff is friendly.” “The service can be a little slow depending on whether you have a server that worked the previous night shift or not.” “Our waitress was downright rude.” “The patrons are very friendly with both locals and tourists.” “The staff is awesome- hard to find a funnier, better-looking bunch.” “Rude, obnoxious employees are the tip of the iceberg.” “The menu items are authentic and the service has been excellent for the most part.” “The service is always great and the staff takes care of you!” “Their staff always takes care of me and the vibe is always fun!” “Great beer selection and attentive and friendly staff.” “Since they opened in Atlanta, they have continually had great Irish entertainment, authentic Irish food, and offered a friendly and inviting environment that effectively establishes a regular patronage.” “good irish bands and the most down-to-earth people you'll find in any bar in buckhead (except maybe maike&angeloes.” “After my numerous visits, the employees informed me that the pub takes great lengths to serve a perfect pint.” “love the menu, and the bartenders are a lot of fun.” “will say th ebartenders down stairs were very good and kept up with the crowd, we did not wait long for drinks and they were very friendly.” “Great service huh?” “like to be served by upbeat, witty and menu knowledgeable wait staff and generally find that here.” “wish they would bring back the old menu and let those who weren't Irish (all you damn tanned people) experience a little more of what makes the Irish pubs the best in the world.” “Everytime I go there I have a great time and meet great people!”
value	80.0% positive	“great value for 2.95.” “10 bucks for food and I had alder smoked salmon with fried shiitakes, a huge seafood tagine, and marinated swordfish fajitas with gorgeous sizzling vegetables.” “The food was ok i would not order the Salmon Botxy's there were what appeared to be four flat tater tot's with a few pieces of salmon on them, not worth it.” “(BTW, the fish and chips my girlfriend had was fresh and a huge beautiful portion of flaky white fish).” “The meal's prepared are something that you would expect in a high end resturant, at a affordable price.”
wait time	50.0% positive	“The service can be a little slow depending on whether you have a server that worked the previous night shift or not.” “will say th ebartenders down stairs were very good and kept up with the crowd, we did not wait long for drinks and they were very friendly.”

05/17/11

Awesome Atlanta Party

by Konfidence32

We came to Atlanta with no idea of a place to go out for a Bachelor party. We spoke with several people at hotels and restaurants and nobody seemed to be able to provide a place where we would have a definate good time. I found Fado on the internet and decided to check it out.

Im soooo glad we did. The bar was packed with upscale people that all seemed to be there for the same reason, to have a great time! The bar was three levels, including a rooftop bar complete with a fireplace. The bottom floor transformed into a small dance floor around 11pm.

The staff was kind, speedy and assisted in our good time! The bar was spacious enough that we were not bumping into other people, but plenty of people to mingle with. The decor is that of an authentic Irish pub straight out of Dublin. Didnt get a chance to try the food, but wouldnt be surprised if it was just as good as the Guiness!

The bar was incredible and dont think we could have had a better time anywhere else! If I return to Atlanta a trip to Fado is definately in the cards!

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03/12/11

Change can kill

by Organicalex

I went to the old location back in 07 and was blown away. The decore gave you the feeling of an old irish pub and the food was rocking. Went back to it after a few years to the new location and just felt it to be sub par. The new look just makes it feel way too much like another major chain. the food also seemed to be lacking.

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