Atlanta's Best Hookup Spot 2008

Downtown boutique hotel is decked in Georgia marble, pine floors and traditional Southern furnishings.

Reviews:

• “Very nice hotel, hip atmosphere”
• “Very trendy (in a good and bad way)”

Tips: Feeling like a midnight snack? Room service happens 24-hour a day at Glenn Hotel.

Glenn Hotel

An Atlanta classic with six screens, a weekly flea market and the ever-popular “Drive-Invasion” party.

Reviews:

• “Best drive-in”
• “Best Date and cheap too!!”
• " ABSOLUTELY THE BEST DRIVEIN MOVIE IN ATLANTA, maybe the world"
• “LOVE this place”
• “Old school and so cool!!!”

Tips: Running late? No need to fret—a late-arriving crowd guarantees that you’ll find a spot somewhere.

Starlight Six Drive-In

Swanky nightspot attracts the ultra-fashionable to its crowded Buckhead space.

Reviews:

• “Great customer service”
• “Best Fillet, Best Brunch”
• “food is great”
• “Good Atmosphere”
• “I’m 50/50 on this one…”

Tips: If you’re craving funkier beats, head to the adjacent sister bar, East Andrews Upstairs. DJs spin Thursday through Saturday starting at midnight.

East Andrews Cafe & Bar
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Whether you’re a plant lover or not, this place has the power to transport you.

Reviews:

• “Art and Nature in the Middle of the City”
• “Great venue for all”
• “Good for kids”
• “Orchid Lights, Orchid Nights-Just Right!”
• “Amazing Orchids”

Tips: Share an intimate date in the Conservatory, where you can get lost in the dense foliage.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Striking and spacious lounge gives Midtowners a down-tempo scene for stylish cocktails.

Reviews:

• “Best Place in MIdtown”
• “Great Place to Hang Out”
• “Hot spot”
• “Trendy, Spacious”
• “Rude DJ”

Tips: From 5pm to 9pm Monday through Thursday and 5pm to 10pm Friday and Saturday, Halo offers a full menu that has local food critics raving.

Halo
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Downtown skyscraper restaurant offers stunning views of the city.

Reviews:

• “1st time out… here is my review”
• “don’t miss this”
• “First timer and I was impressed”
• “It’s always fun there!”
• “Just drinks to enjoy the view … SKIP THE FOOD!!!”

Tips: If you want to impress a date, you can order roses in advance through the Buckhead Florist, timed to arrive during your meal.

Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

Hidden nightspot dips below the trendy club radar, attracting a scene-savvy crowd and some of the city’s best DJs.

Reviews:

• “One of my All-Time Favs!!!!”
• “SO MUCH FUN!!!”
• “MJQ: the crowd is great, but some of the bartenders are horrible.”
• “Club”
• “Hot Scene!”

Tips: MJQ gets bustling after 1am. It can get shoulder-to-shoulder, especially for Brit-Pop Wednesdays, Deep House Saturdays and the monthly No Static hip-hop parties.

MJQ Concourse

Atlanta’s answer to Central Park is the top sunny-day destination for intown residents.

Reviews:

• “Really Great Park”
• “Best Park in the city of Atlanta”
• “Loved it.”
• “The Epicenter Of Atlanta!”
• “It’s the “City” Park"

Tips: You can try 10th Street but will likely have to settle for Midtown’s narrow streets. The Midtown MARTA station is a 10-minute walk.

Piedmont Park

Distinctive underground lounge breaks the mold of the ordinary bump-and-grind.

Reviews:

• “Waste of Time”
• “Great Drinks, Great Music”
• “Start or Finish, it just don’t matter.”

Tips: While Saturdays often feature the best crowds, check out the website to find out when guest DJs spin.

El Bar

Preying singletons and cheap beer—a recipe for a one-night stand, Buckhead style.

Reviews:

• “HOLE IN THE WALL IS AWESOME!!!”
• “Best Late Night Club/Bar Around!”
• “Bachelorette Party Central”
• “Hole in the Wall”
• “Don’t get it twisted”

Tips: Hole in the Wall will happily host your own private bash. Many a bachelor and bachelorette party winds up at this late-night spot.

Hole in the Wall