Bark After Dark: Nightlife

Internationally-renowned nightspot with live music almost every night of the week. The Fabulous 40 Watt is a must-see for any visitors interested in the growth of the Athens alt-rock scene. Named one more >>

Athens' oldest Bar and Grill is now better than ever with a great selection of new menu items to choose from as well as the all time classics. Founded by Allen Saine in 1955, Allen's started as a more >>

Great pub food in a great environment with several big screens to catch all the sports action. From award-winning chicken wings to enormous specialty burgers, you are sure to find some of the best more >>

Indie-rock club featuring up-and-coming local and national alternative acts. Old-school alert: this space is one of the spots formerly occupied by the Fabulous 40 Watt Club. New development: Caledonia more >>

Farm255 is a downtown Athens restaurant that serves local, seasonal & sustainable food. The menu is a mix of Mediterranean & Southern influences and changes daily. And, the music is as homegrown as more >>

Neighborhood character with a unique combination of friendly bar, intimate music shows, and film screening room.

Flight Tapas and Bar brings some serious chops to the local culinary scene with fresh seafood, cheese pairings, and delicious desserts. Try inspired cocktails like the Charleston Praline. Hours of more >>

Hip spot for late-night dance parties. No elevated stage, so live local band performances are only now-and-then. If there IS live music scheduled on the patio, Go, Go, Go!

On weekends, the student laptops are put away and the singer-songwriters come to play. Great laid-back venue with plenty of opportunity to strike up a conversation. Acoustic and spoken-word artists, more >>

Weekly dance nights draw hip hop, contemporary rap and classic dance crowds.

Popular among the University crowd for acoustic guitar soloists and classic Southern rock. You're likely to hear classic rock covers, jammy Southern rock, or soulful acoustic guitar.

Frequent special events and CD release parties, plus regular weekend hours.

True step-above bar fare, including exotic cheeses and mojitos, plus several shows a week from light jazz and acoustic folk bands.

On the site where Detour, and then Blur, operated, New Earth Music Hall opened in August 2009 and caters to the counter-culture crowd. There is a new emphasis on international DJs, world music and more >>

Pints and paints is an art bar where friends, families, teams, groups, and individuals can spend time together, enjoy drinks, and create their own mindless masterpieces.

Located inside the Holiday Inn, Redfearn Grille is easily accessible for both guests and the public. Redfearn boasts locally inspired cuisine with a Southern charm from our renowned, award-winning more >>

Repent Bar features a wide selection of beer, wine, champagne plus loud bands, darts, billiards, and patio.

This new, British-style pub features some of the best draft beers from Wells/Youngs in England, a fine selection of UK and other craft bottles, and an English-themed food menu with some upscale twists more >>

Young bands and singer/songwriters just starting out have found a welcoming stage and audience at Rye Bar. Open-mic night on Mondays is the longest-running of its kind in town. One of Athens' smaller more >>

Restaurant, bar and live music venue specializing in regional country rock, plus offering poker nights, karaoke, comedy, darts and billiards. Located on Atlanta Hwy. near Georgia Square Mall.

Tapas overlooking UGA's historic North Campus. Hours: dinner, 7 days. Price code: $$$

Terrapin Brewery, In Tune with Your Taste - Terrapin Rye Pale Ale was released in Athens in April 2002 at the Classic City Brew Fest. Six months later, this beer, which was sold only in Athens, was more >>

Large space with state-of-the-art sound and lighting for local, regional, and national acts. ABOUT THE VENUE: The venue is a building of cultural and historical significance. The building has seen more >>

Irish-style pub with hearty sandwich, burgers, fish and chips fare. Extensive selection of beers, wine, and single malt scotch. Hours: lunch and dinner, 7 days. Price code: $. Ever since The Globe more >>

One of Athens' largest clubs, with a full performance schedule plus eats from a full kitchen.