The Vortex Bar and Grill is a bar and restaurant famous for its burgers, but the Midtown location is also the home of the Laughing Skull Lounge, a comedy club and theatre, and Atlanta’s only full-time progressive comedy lounge. It’s the smallest full-time comedy venue in the world, measuring 22′ wide and 32’ long, with three rows of stadium seating.

The historic Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s premiere venues for live entertainment. Located across from the hotel, the Fox’s 4,678-seat theatre books more than 300 performances a year, ranging from Broadway to rock to comedy to movies. It’s also on the National Historic Register, and is one of the most beloved landmarks in the city.

Located in a former church, the Tabernacle is now a concert hall managed by concert promoter Live Nation. Its intimate setting seats about 2,600 people and has hosted musicians such as Fergie, Adele, Bob Dylan and Prince. It's also housed comedy tours for Lisa Lampanelli, Cheech & Chong, and Stephen Lynch. Fun fact: during the 1996 Olympics, it operated as the House of Blues.

This beautiful restaurant takes a modern approach to creating authentic Southern dishes, relying on the beautiful foods of this region. A community restaurant that appeals to a broad range, Empire State South is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a to-go lunch program, courtyard bocce ball and an extensive coffee bar.

At Baraonda, tradition is a way of life that is relished & often celebrated with good friends, great joy and exceptional food. It transports guests to Italy, while embracing the warmth and southern charm of Atlanta. Over the years, the restaurant has achieved many accolades, including Top 50 restaurant by the local, regional and national reviewers.

Just across the street from the hotel, this locally owned draft house showcases a unique Absinthe Bar. More than that, Publik House aspires to interact with the local community in a social setting while providing soul-satisfying food, creative cocktails, wine, beer, coffee, and tea. Head upstairs for the more chic, intimate setting of UPbar on Friday and Saturday nights.

Ecco features seasonally inspired cuisine with European influences. With its soaring glass entrance and honed marble floors, its stunning over-sized bar, exhibition kitchen and wood-burning oven, Ecco embraces its classic roots while delivering an unmistakably modern, fresh and original dining experience.