Emily

Atlanta Club Goer Emily is a club hopping music maniac. She hits Atlanta night clubs and lounges for dancing and live music because she knows that Atlanta nightlife suits every style of letting loose. She visits different Atlanta neighborhoods depending on her mood and can find Virginia-Highland's laid-back vibe, chic style in Buckhead or a trendy, cosmopolitan scene in Midtown.

When the sun goes down, the doors stay open at some of the hottest cultural attractions and Emily is there to hear Friday Jazz at the High Museum of Art, and mingle at Fernbank's Martinis and IMAX and the Atlanta Botanical Garden's Cocktails in the Garden. When Downtown, she goes to Turner First Thursdays arts walk and Centennial Olympic Park's Wednesday Wind Down.

For the latest hot spots in town, Emily visits the nightlife blogs on ATL Insider and plans her night with this list of live music venues, bars, lounges and more.

Bazzaar
This chic, European Midtown lounge has two floors that include an eccentric living room with vintage sofas, flowing drapes, international art and candlelit tables, and a loft with tiny nooks and sexy sounds.

Beluga Martini Bar
Along with a diverse martini selection, you can hear live jazz most nights beginning at 10:30 p.m.

Blind Willie’s
A must for Blues fans. This smoky juke joint is always packed. A full bar and limited menu round out the venue of choice for local blues fans.

Blue Room Piano Bar
Enjoy an extensive wine list, delicious tapas or one of the bar’s signature martinis. Primarily designed as a piano bar, The Blue Room is also a premiere concert venue for some of the best jazz and blues.

Churchill Grounds
Offering some of the best jazz in the city, Tuesday-Saturday. The club is known for introducing local talent as well as featuring jazz legends. MARTA North Avenue Station

Compound
Compound was voted Best Atlanta Nightclub 2005 & 2006 by Atlanta Magazine.
closed for renovations – opening spring 2009

Cosmolava
Dress to impress at this 3 level, 5 bar dance club.

Dailey’s Downstairs
This relaxing cigar and martini bar offers light jazz, contemporary and acoustic pop, and karaoke music.

Dante’s Down The Hatch
Dante’s specializes in complete dinners, fondue style. The John Robertson Jazz Trio plays along with other live entertainment, seven nights a week. The menu is now in 58 languages.

Darkhorse Tavern
A popular spot for enjoying the crowd at the antique bar, and live music downstairs every Monday-Saturday until 3 a.m.

Donlan & Greenbaum’s New York Prime
Enjoy a drink at the Martini Bar and one of their various offered cigars while listening to the vibes of live music.

Eddie’s Attic
Eddie’s Attic is a popular live music venue and listening room for performing songwriters as well as a launching pad for several national acts.

ESPN Zone Atlanta
ESPN Zone Atlanta is the ultimate sports dining and entertainment experience located in the heart of Atlanta’s Buckhead district, with 150 TVs and 100 Arena games. Test your skills by competing with colleagues in the Sports Arena.

Fox Sports Grill at Atlantic Station
Relax in a comfortable, upscale atmosphere featuring a contemporary American menu and sports and entertainment viewing.

Geisha House
Geisha House is a futuristic Japanese fusion restaurant, sushi bar and sake lounge serving up fresh fish, sushi, sashimi and a variety of hot and cold cooked dishes. The theme is Tokyo 2050 with graphics and visuals to convey the sensuality of modern day Japan.

Gibney’s Pub
A bit of everything - dance floor, jukebox, pool tables, four plasma big screen TVs, plasma TVs in every booth, 50 foot bar, kitchen until 2 a.m., drinks until 3 a.m.

Hard Rock Cafe
World-famous institution of rock-n-roll, featuring the hottest rock memorabilia, cool tunes and all American favorites.

House Nightclub at Underground Atlanta
The House has all the characteristics of a nightclub, dance club and lounge. Guests can hang out in the living room, dining room, kitchen and patio while listening to Atlanta’s hottest DJs.

Krog Bar
What used to be an old tin shed is now Krog Bar with a hip, European scene. Communal tables, thoughtful snacks and a wine list heavily focusing on Spain and Italy make up the friendly, comfortable vibe.

Northside Tavern
Considered the home of blues in Atlanta, this super-casual hangout has a music lineup starting at 10 p.m.

Sanctuary
This Latin Dance Club appeals to young and old.

Star Community Bar
The best neighborhood dive live music venue in Little Five Points has an Elvis shrine, live rock n’ roll, 15 Minutes of Fame Karaoke, DJs spinning and more, depending on the night’s theme.

Sutra Lounge
Sutra Lounge is sophisticated, stylish, and seductive. Relax, mingle, and dance. Nightly DJs and VIP lounge.

Ten Pin Alley
Ten Pin Alley is an upscale restaurant and lounge, featuring high end billiard games and bowling lanes, located just above Dolce Enoteca in Atlantic Station. This three level multi-plex is the ultimate spot in Atlanta for a fun night on the town. Ten Pin Alley also serves gourmet American food and a fun wine and cocktail list.

The Mark Ultralounge
It’s the chic hotel bar without the hotel, offering an intimate space with state-of-the-art design, light and sound.

Underground Atlanta
Underground Atlanta is six historic city blocks in the heart of Atlanta. Join the party at Kenny’s Alley, Underground’s nightlife and entertainment avenue.

Utopia Martini & Tapas Lounge
This trendy tapas lounge specializes in sushi, cocktails and specialty entrees. On Friday and Saturday nights, the lounge features a live DJ and the party doesn’t stop until 3 a.m.

Verve Lounge
This smart nightspot adds glitz and glamour to the burgeoning SoNo district. Saturdays tend to run well into the night, with DJs working overtime.

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