THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
ATLANTA Vol. 6
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TABLE OF CON TENTS
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ABOUT ATLANTA
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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BAR GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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ABOUT ATLANTA LGBTQ Atlanta Atlanta is the South’s most metropolitan city. In fact, over half its residents arrived from somewhere else. Like the city itself, “Hotlanta” attracts men and women from around the South who come here to live free. Atlanta is the epicenter of the LGBTQ South. Home to a vibrant gay community, Atlanta boasts numerous must visit establishments and can’t-miss events. With such a rich culture filled with festivals, arts and fine dining, it’s easy to see why “The Advocate” dubbed Atlanta as America’s “gayest city” of 2010. In fact, Atlanta is often referred to as the gay capital of the South. The gay bars and clubs are a bit spread out, but most cluster around the Midtown area. You’ll need a car, so be sure to find a designated driver and hit this friendly and fun gay scene. Nightlife isn’t all Atlanta has to offer. With a flare for the arts, Atlanta offers visitors and residents a wide selection of museums, classical music venues and a thriving theatre scene.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Joe’s on Juniper Gay popular bar-and-grill style food 1049 Juniper Street NE, Atlanta, GA
Fresh to Order (F2O) Fast, healthy, and delicious 860 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA
Cowtippers Good ol’ comfort food 1600 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
Buckhead Diner Upscale diner food 3073 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA
Einstein’s Gay popular restaurant with patio 1077 Juniper Street NE, Atlanta, GA
Noodle Hip Asian-fusion in Midtown 903 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA
The Vortex Not for the easily offended 878 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA
The Shed Airy industrial space, entrées & cocktails. 475 Bill Kennedy Way, Atlanta, GA
Roxx Tavern & Grill Killer burgers and lots of men 1824 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
Zocalo Creative & casual Mexican fare 187 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA Gilbert’s Mediterranean Cafe Funky urban cafe 219 10th Street NE, Atlanta, GA
Colonnade Restaurant A must-see Atlanta institution 1879 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta, GA
Two Urban Licks Southwestern food, live blues & amazing view 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE, Atlanta, GA
The Varsity World’s largest drive-in! 61 North Ave NW, Atlanta, GA
Mary Mac’s Tea Room Atlanta’s living room 224 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA
The Flying Biscuit When biscuits fly... 1001 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta, GA
The Nook, On Piedmont Park True neighborhood tavern 1144 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta, GA
Las Margaritas Always a gay fiesta! 1842 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA
Atlanta Fish Market Freshest fish in Atlanta 265 Pharr Road NE, Atlanta, GA
Thumbs Up Diner Wake up early 573 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA
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BAR GU ID E Woofs
Mixx
Swinging Richards
Amsterdam
Blake’s on the Park
Mary’s
Burkhart’s
Traxx Girls at Club Miami
Bulldogs
Felix’s on The Square
Atlanta Eagle
Foreplay Fridays at Compound
Heretic
The Cockpit
My Sister’s Room
Friends Neighborhood Bar
Phase One
Opus 1
Jungle
Mansion Elan
BJ Roosters
The Model T
Atlanta’s gay sports bar 2425 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
Sexy, upscale addition to Atlanta nightlife 1492B Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
All male, all nude, all night strip bar 1400 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta, GA
Euro-style cafe 502-A Amsterdam Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
Popular bar with lotz o’ drag 227 10th Street NE , Atlanta, GA
Hipster dive 1287-B Glenwood Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA
Friendly, hangout with regular drag shows 1492 Piedmont Ave. NE, Ste F, Atlanta, GA
Frisky Fridays and sexy Sundays 3011 Buford Highway NE, Atlanta, GA
Hip-Hop crowd 893 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA
Great neighborhood bar 1510-G Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
Atlanta’s leather bar 306 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
For ladies who love to dress it up & party 1008 Brady Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA
Frisky crowd with a touch of leather 2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
Let your landing gear down 465 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA
Atlanta’s lesbian nightclub legend East - 1271 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA
Friends on Ponce Locals’ neighborhood bar 736 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA
Hip-hop bar that caters to the ladies Decatur - 4933 Memorial Drive, Decatur, GA
Neighborhood bar w/a local following 1086 Alco St. NE, Atlanta, GA
Warehouse-sized dance club Midtown - 2115 Faulkner Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
The newest and sexiest night life destination 3595 Clairmont Road, Atlanta, GA
Neighborhood bar with dancers 2043 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta, GA
Gay bar with karaoke, pool and jukebox 699 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE NOVEMBER
super talented vendors. Details at atlantadowntown.com.
NOV 16
NOV 27
HOOKAH AND HOLLERING FREE COMEDY NIGHT
PINK AND BLACK ATLANTA
Fly & Chic, Nicki Minaj & Fabulous! Ladies free shots before midnight. Come turn up with the hottest DJ, best vibes, and tastiest drinks in town. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Top Touring Comedians hit the stage weekly with the best hookah in town. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
NOV 18
NOV 28
SIP N PAINT: WINESDAY WELLNESS WIND DOWN
SHARKS! PREDATORS OF THE DEEP
Sip some wine and paint a masterpiece! Food Trucks, Good people, Prizes & More! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Georgia Aquarium’s newest gallery, Sharks! Predators of the Deep, is one of the largest and most dynamic shark exhibits in North America.
NOV 21
REVEL SATURDAYS
Great music, hookah, and drinks. Social Distancing Polices Will Be In Place To Provide A Safe And Clean Environment For Our Customers And Staff !! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Home to some of the most recognizable apex predators in the ocean, this exciting new gallery experience brings you face to face with the most enigmatic and misunderstood creatures in the sea. Complete details, schedules and tickets at georgiaaquarium.org.
NOV 24
CRAFT HOLIDAY SHOPPING SPECTACULAR
DECEMBER
For 15 years we have been connecting crafters, artists, makers, and vintage vendors with a growing Atlanta audience eager to find unique holiday gifts (though we know a lot of our shoppers end up buying many a gift for themselves, in addition to the loved ones on their list!).
DEC 1
MOLIT TUESDAYS
Two dollar shots, two dollar tacos, fifty cent wings, hookahs, and live entertainment. Join us and enjoy a night filled with fun and great vibes. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Join us for our largest event of the year, our 15th annual Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular!!! This two-day curated experience features 200+ craft & vintage vendors, swag bags for the first 250 attendees each day, DJ Zano, hands-on art activations, a special section that includes a curated selection of Georgia Grown vendors, and more!
DEC 3
PAINT N SIP AT THE 5 BISTRO
Every Thursday at The 5 Bistro, Kaba the artist leads our customers through an entertaining painting class with lots if laughs, libations, and love. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
DEC 5
THE HANGOVER BRUNCH
Atlanta’s sexiest afternoon brunch with a taste of class and style. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Get your holiday shopping taken care of while having fun and supporting
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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE DEC 6
Wednesday night hotspot. Enjoy good food, partying, hookah, drink and great DJs. B-day packages available. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
BABYLON
Food, drinks, hookahs. Doors open until 6am and there will be bottle specials all night long! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
JAN 23
BLACKLIGHT MAZE PARTY AT THE BASS ROOM INSIDE VENUE 261
DEC 19
A RUNAWAY WINTER WONDERLAND FASHION SHOW
Come check out what all the hype is about. Newly remodeled and renovated, formerly a laser tag room, but now has been is equipped over 75 black-lights, 3d lasers & production creating the ultimate ultra violet glow. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
DEC 31
FEBRUARY
Come shop, network and turn up with us NYE! This is not your ordinary pop up. Drink and LINGERie. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 6
Come and Experience the Biggest Fashion Extravaganza that you have ever seen. Live entertainment, great food, nonstop runway fashion fun. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
NYE LINGERIE POP UP SHOP
ONCE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT ATLANTA Puzzling Adventures™ are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided tour. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
JANUARY JAN 1
HAPPY FRIDAY
FEB 12
Come vibe with us during happy hour or stay for dinner as our DJs take you on a musical journey. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FANTASY FRIDAYS
The new Friday night party you don’t want to miss! Free entry all night with the top hookah spots. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 5
KINGSWAY RESTAURANT & BAR
FEB 26
Two dollar Tuesdays with Tequila to top off your day. Live DJ for you musical needs. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
DAYS OF THE DEAD
Days of the Dead is a event that carries over into the dark of night. You do not want to miss the epic parties, crazy happenings late night events this convention has to offer. At Days of the Dead, you never know what might happen. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 10
ATLANTA BRUNCH
Come and meet us out at the beautiful St. Cecila’s for some amazing food, drinks, and good times! We can’t wait to connect with you in Atlanta!! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 28
BOOZE N’ BRUSH NEXT TO NAKED SIP N’ PAINT
JAN 13
RG WEDNESDAY AT ROSE GOLD BAR & LOUNGE
Join us for this Atlanta Sip N’ Paint where you will be painting a canvas of a sexy next to nude male model with the
Welcome to RG Wednesdays. The
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EVENT SCH ED ULE direction from a painting instructor and enjoy the fun and excitement with your friends! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APRIL
MARCH
THE BOOZY BRUNCH CRAWL
APR 3
The Boozy Brunch Crawl is here Atlanta!! That’s right! Come stroll throughout the heart midtown eating your brunch favorites, checking out new bars, enjoying mimosa & bloody Mary specials, all while dancing your brunch lovin’ butts off. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
MAR 4
EXHALE THURSDAYS
Delicious Food, Vibes, and Specialty Drinks! Exotic Hookah Specials until 10pm. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 7
MILK & HONEY RAP AND BRUNCH DAY PARTY
APR 17
MAR 11
A FOOD FESTIVAL OF DELICIOUS PROPORTIONS. We’re taking a whole day, dedicated to celebrate everyone’s favorite sandwich: Grilled Cheese! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
ATLANTA GRILLED CHEESE FESTIVAL
The Sexiest Brunch in Atlanta with the best food hands down! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MIKE FARRIS
The album weaves through the traditions of American music the way that Tennessee born and bred Farris has done expertly throughout his 25-year career, starting with his major label band, Screamin’ Cheetah Wheelies. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APR 23
SWEETWATER 420 FEST
3-Day General Admission Festival Pass with access to 3 stages, SweetWater Experience, 420 Lyrics & Laughter, Food Court and Artist Market. Unlimited exit/ re-entry until 7pm. NO re-entry after 7pm. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 17
MATLU: THE GOOD TROUBLE TOUR W/ JULIA BHATT
Mutlu is a soulful, singer-songwriter. A Philadelphia native and first-generation American of Turkish descent, Mutlu has already built a substantial fan base in his hometown, while winning widespread praise for his prior releases. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Black & White Men Together Multi-racial support organization Midtown - PO Box 1334 , Atlanta, GA AID ATLANTA Support for people living with HIV/AIDS Midtown - 1605 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA NATIONAL AIDS EDUCATION AND Services for Minorities - NAESM 2140 Martin Luther King Jr Dr., Atlanta, GA FRONT RUNNERS ATLANTA Running/walking group for LGBT people & friends Midtown - PO Box 8141 , Atlanta, GA THE ATLANTA GAY MEN’S CHORUS Brilliant singing group Druid Hills - 1379 Tullie Rd NE, Atlanta, GA PFLAG ATLANTA Druid Hills - 1605 Northeast Expy NE, Atlanta, GA OUR SONG: THE ATLANTA GAY & LESBIAN CHORUS Gay and lesbian, all-volunteer chorus Midtown - 1458 Bentley Lane, Marrietta, GA FULTON COUNTY HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER HIV/STD SECTION HIV AIDS Prevention 99 Jesse Hill Jr Dr., Rm. 234, Atlanta, GA RAINBROS Where Gay Gets Easier: Peer Support and Guidance for Gay Atlantans www.rainbros.us
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY AUTO DEALERSHIP Jim Ellis VW | Jim Ellis Kia of Kennesaw.......... 19, 25
PAINTING B&R Painting ....................................................12-13
CAR WASH Car Spa Inc .............................................front cover, 3
PLUMBING / HVAC Snappy Electric Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning .............................front inside cover
DENTAL IMPLANTS Dental Implant & Aesthetic Specialists of Atlanta .... 7
REAL ESTATE Nick Farr- Harry Norman Realtors .......................... 17
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Snappy Electric Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning .............................front inside cover
REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS RS Johnson Legal PC ............................................. 11
ENTERTAINMENT VENUE Skyview Atlanta...................................................... 11
RESTAURANT Desta Ethopian Kitchen ......................................... 15
FAMILY LAW Eittreim Martin Cutler LLC ............back outside cover
TAX LAW Bomar Law Firm .......................... back inside cover, 5
FINANCIAL ADVISOR Edwin Mayer- Ameriprise Financial ......................... 2
TAX RELIEF Bomar Law Firm .......................... back inside cover, 5
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Stellaris Group ......................................................... 1
TREE SERVICE Boutte Tree Inc ....................................................... 21
INSURANCE AB Insurance.......................................................... 18
VACATION RENTALS Enchanted Mountain Retreats Inc .................. 8-9, 27
IRS AUDITS Bomar Law Firm .......................... back inside cover, 5
WILLS & PROBATE RS Johnson Legal PC ............................................. 11
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