Sidebar
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 588-1850
- Cross Street:
- Forysth Street NW
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-12am, Fri 11:30am-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, Sun 12:30pm-12am
Editorial Review for Sidebar – by Brian Suber
The Scene
This cozy neighborhood hangout is tucked into an alley off Poplar. Inside, a long sticky bar dominates the room; friendly bartenders keep the drinks flowing as the night wanes. A thumping jukebox belts out alterna-pop and old standards as it competes with the club next door for sound domination. Regulars are a mix of off-the-wagon yuppies, students and offbeat characters who have a passion for conversation. Framed photos along the wall highlight Atlanta's history.
The Draw
This quaint favorite is perfect for a casual dinner followed by multiple drinks. As six large TVs showcase sports over the bar, patrons mix and mingle at wooden tables that double as bar tops. The above-average bar food menu features appetizers, salads and the namesake pressed sandwiches. Good choices include the Cutalian, the Red Falcon and the Downtowner--made with chicken tenders, barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThis is no downtown diva bar, so leave the Prada at home and sport your favorite jeans and T-shirt.
Where to SitWarm weather lures bar-hoppers into the alley, where several tables prop up the wildest of revelers. Inside, snag one of the roomy booths outfitted with a flat-screen TV.
ParkingStreet spaces are hard to find and at certain times of the day, require paying a meter. Park in a pay lot or valet for a small fee.
User Reviews for Sidebar
07/19/2007 Posted by shannonlea08
We've taken to hitting up SideBar after work some days to play trivia and have a drink. Upstairs is kind of dark and closed-in but downstairs is like a special secret hide out. With pool and basketball and large booths for groups this place is great. And they have electronic trivia that starts every 30 minutes and free consoles so anyone can play. We have a great time having a beer and challenging each other to a rousing game of trivia, or two. Service is a little slow and removed, but since we're not working on a tight schedule it doesn't really matter. And it's only a block or two from the Marta station, so we can still get home at the end of the night/afternoon.
Pros: electronic trivia for everyone
Cons: slow service
07/11/2007 Posted by thetaco
A decent hole-in-the-wall with food that is utilitarian, at best. Great for people who are staying at hotels on Marietta street, as there is not much nightlife in this area.
Pros: In an area that needs bars
Cons: The food isn't very good
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