Churchill Grounds
Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: (404) 876-3030
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- Romantic Bar 2007, First Date 2004
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 6pm-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, call ahead on Sundays
Message from Churchill Grounds
Atlanta's Premiere Jazz Club
- Live Music
- Romantic Setting
- Midtown Location
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Editorial Review for Churchill Grounds – by Brian Suber
The Scene
Atlanta's true jazz fans listen intently to the music at this sophisticated, cozy club that's steps from the Fox Theatre. The elegant space makes a nice setting for dates and upscale evenings out. Couples and small groups of jazz-ophiles huddle around the small tables and linger at the blond-wood bar with cigars, coffees, wine and cocktails. But all attention is focused on the musicians playing on an intimate stage in the front corner.
The Draw
Churchill Grounds' patrons bring a genuine appreciation for jazz to the table, and the club reciprocates by booking top-rate talent: Greg Osby, Russell Gunn and Nat's brother, Freddie Cole have all graced the stage. Most of the traveling musicians perform on the weekends, but Monday's Afro Sounds and Thursday's Latin Jazz are other good nights to go. The club also pairs well with an evening at the Fox--stop by for a post-show slice of chocolate Midnight cake.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe bar is open on Sunday nights only when there is a show at the Fox.
What to DrinkEach month, the owners feature new products, including some of the top-shelf liquors and wines.
When to GoIf you're an aspiring jazz musician, it's Tuesday night. You can sign up and sit in for an informal improvisation session.
User Reviews for Churchill Grounds
12/30/2006 Posted by danet4
For my birthday my husband took me to Churchhill Grounds. My husband is a planner and researches everything. So as to his research for best jazz bars in Atlanta...Churchill Grounds was highly recommended by City search. The musical/instrumental version of jazz in Churchill Grounds on Dec. 29 was terrible. No rhythum, no flow and not appealling to listen to. Many customers left the bar making unfriendly comments towards the performance of the saxophone player. Another disappointment was the availability to the wine list provided. The server returned to our table 3 time to tell us the the wine was not available. My final thoughts is to , "Churchill Grounds" ; "if you promotes high standards of music and availablitiy on th menu.....you should also consider more research and follow up on the qaulity that the establishments portrays to the customers.
Pros: The ambience might be suitable to first date or for some romance
Cons: The lack of good music and drinks is a thumps down.
06/06/2006 Posted by mt1
Maybe not for a first date, as you can't really (and shouldn't really) do much talking in the Whisper Room (performance side of Churchill). But then if you were at a movie, it would be similar. If you and your date are a little further down the road, it can be very nice and romantic. This place made me look really good in the eyes of my date. The music is first-rate and the cover charges are sometimes absurdly low considering the talent. Pretty good single malt scotch selection. My one complaint: I just wish they'd spend a few bucks to upgrade the door so that it closes by itself. In winter, people often don't see the "Please close door behind you" sign, leaving the whole place with a cold draft. And it's often the other customers who inform the newcomers, rather than the bartender.
Pros: MUSIC, Music value!, classy
Cons: the front door
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