Flatiron Restaurant & Bar

(404) 688-8864

520 Flat Shoals Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316 33.7401 -84.3449

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Neighborhoods: East Atlanta, Eastside, Eastside

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Last updated 9.01.11

Category:

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Bars & Clubs, Dive Bars

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Jukebox

Bar & Club Special Features:

Smoking Permitted

Smoking Permitted:

Yes

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What People Are Saying About Flatiron Restaurant & Bar

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The Scene – Found in the heart of the hipster haven that is East Atlanta, this inviting little bar lacks the catty scene of its neighbors. As a result, it attracts an older crowd, making it more neighborhood pub than pick-up joint. Local art, warm colors, a friendly staff and a well-stocked jukebox invite the diverse crowd to sample a decent selection of beer, with up to 10 draught selections, and a diverse bar-food menu. – – The Draw – The crowd comes for a casual drink but doesn't mind staying for the food. In addition to bar-food standards like burgers and wings,…

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Parking:
Either go early in the evening for street parking spots or bring a few extra dollars as the pay lots are cheap in this neighborhood.
The Extras:
Work off some of those fries at neighboring Mary's bar where gay and straight dance in harmony until all hours in the morning.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “The food is good, the atmosphere is lively and the beer has plenty of choices.”
  2. “The atmosphere is very rich here as this is one of the oldest buildings in East Atlanta.”
  3. “first came here on a first date, and it was perfectly serviceable for a first-date hangout; good food, bustling atmosphere, bird's-eye view of East Atlanta, and good music.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “the food is great, the drinks are potent, the staff is amazing, and you'll never walk in and not find a friend there.”
  2. “Come as you are and enjoy a beer and a burger.”
  3. “The food is good, the atmosphere is lively and the beer has plenty of choices.”
  4. “They have put out a new menu with very tastey treats, I will go as far as to say some of the best bar food in Atlanta( I had the Black and Blue salad and my lady had the Flatiron burger with a hummus appetizer).”
  5. “best bar in atlanta!”
  6. “sat down at the bar and ordered food and I've never had such poor service.”
  7. “nice bar menu and good beer selection puts this spot at the top of many people's list to just hang.”
  8. “the beer selection is great, the staff friendly and the food is pretty.”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “They have put out a new menu with very tastey treats, I will go as far as to say some of the best bar food in Atlanta( I had the Black and Blue salad and my lady had the Flatiron burger with a hummus appetizer).”
  2. “the beer selection is great, the staff friendly and the food is pretty.”
  3. “sat down at the bar and ordered food and I've never had such poor service.”
  4. “The food is good, the atmosphere is lively and the beer has plenty of choices.”
  5. “Come as you are and enjoy a beer and a burger.”
  6. “the food is great, the drinks are potent, the staff is amazing, and you'll never walk in and not find a friend there.”
  7. “first came here on a first date, and it was perfectly serviceable for a first-date hangout; good food, bustling atmosphere, bird's-eye view of East Atlanta, and good music.”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “the beer selection is great, the staff friendly and the food is pretty.”
  2. “They have put out a new menu with very tastey treats, I will go as far as to say some of the best bar food in Atlanta( I had the Black and Blue salad and my lady had the Flatiron burger with a hummus appetizer).”
  3. “The food is good, the atmosphere is lively and the beer has plenty of choices.”
  4. “nice bar menu and good beer selection puts this spot at the top of many people's list to just hang.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “The Flatiron ranks as a good, non-threatening place to start your East Atlanta evening.”
  2. “The Flatiron is a perfectly fine pre- or post-event hangout, a good place to chat and munch with friends.”
service
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. “As far as the bad service reviews from the past, I am hear to squash them.”
  2. “Oh and the personality of the staff was awesome!”
  3. “nice bar menu and good beer selection puts this spot at the top of many people's list to just hang.”
  4. “the food is great, the drinks are potent, the staff is amazing, and you'll never walk in and not find a friend there.”
  5. “the beer selection is great, the staff friendly and the food is pretty.”
  6. “sat down at the bar and ordered food and I've never had such poor service.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/23/10

My favorite Bar in Atlanta!!!

by flynt138

This place has a great, friendly staff, the food is pretty good and the drinks dont ever stop coming. It's a great bar for a late 20's early 30's crowd. Lunch on the patio is always something I enjoy!!!

4 Star Rating: Recommended

08/22/09

My favorite spot.

by sgtchar

I would say the flatiron is my "go to place" it's very much a neighborhood bar. My husband and I eat there a lot. I go there by myself some times too. I never feel uncomfortable because like other reviewer have said it's your neighbor's. Non pretentious wait staff and service. Come as you are and enjoy a beer and a burger. I think their burger's are better than the Earl's and the hummus plate is a must try.

  • Pros: Great food and drinks
  • Cons: Never a bad experience here.
4 Star Rating: Recommended

02/16/09

East Atlanta Village Favorite

by gregtreadway

The food is good, the atmosphere is lively and the beer has plenty of choices. This hangout is a must for a complete EAV experience. If you are headed to EA just for the Flatiron then I should mention the parking which is scarce to say the least. Once you find safe haven for your car then try to get the most E. Atlanta you can. Do some shopping, get a drink one place and then have lunch or dinner at the Flatiron. The atmosphere is very rich here as this is one of the oldest buildings in East Atlanta.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/22/08

best bar in atlanta! hands-down.

by sassyajc

the flatiron is absolutely my "cheers." i have a drink waiting for me before i can sit down at the bar. the waitstaff knows my name and my friends' names. it's the most comfy place i can think of in the world. the food is great, the drinks are potent, the staff is amazing, and you'll never walk in and not find a friend there. i cannot say enough great things about this place, my "second home."

  • Pros: best staff, best drinks, best atmosphere, best location!
  • Cons: this place has never done me wrong.
1 Star Rating: Poor

11/20/08

Rude Server

by LLynn123

My boyfriend and I had to wait forever to get our drink orders taken, and when we finally got the attention of the waitress she was incredibly rude.

This was a horrible experience. I will never go back there again.

The Details on Flatiron Restaurant & Bar

Place Categories:

  • good bar food
  • good nonthreatening place
  • amazing staff
  • bad service
  • favorite pal
  • awesome personality
  • favorite spot
  • nice bar menu
  • awesome oh
  • enjoy beer
  • very rich atmosphere
  • good music
  • recommending worth
  • enjoy burger
  • best bar
  • horrible experience
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