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529 Bar
529 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, United States
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Ga
Review №1

Before COVID, easily one of my favorite venues in Atlanta hosting the best local, touring and even obscure shows every night. Miss those great week night crowds!

Jo
Review №2

Some local metal bands played here and I came specifically to see them. No food ordered, nor am I one to consume any alcohol, so I cant comment on that, but the venue was extremely intimate--translate: 300 people made for a super tight fit. I was belly up at the stage so the press came from behind. Better that than having all the drunk sweaty people blocking my view of the stage. Other than that, I really did enjoy the show. Decent neighborhood too for safety and parking.

Br
Review №3

One of the good spots in the EAV. Cold beer and good music. Perfect patio for day drinking. Highly recommended

Ji
Review №4

Great little joint. Awesome location.

Er
Review №5

Father & friends of Awful Records provided an exciting & amazing show that did not disappoint ️️

To
Review №6

First time in East Atlanta Village. Loved the energy of the community except for the persistent beggars working the streets...529 was a really open venue with a great vibe. The Ancient Void completely filled the space with very clean OSDM.

Ra
Review №7

Drinks are cheap. Staff is fun and efficient. They have a really diverse and interesting mix of clientele. Will return (in the next couple hours probably)

Ry
Review №8

Weve only been here once. The show was great but the sound wasnt. There seemed to be issues with volume control, as well as with acoustics. This is the only venue where weve left with out ears feeling in pain. A bartender was quite rude to us so we went to the other bar in the venue, where we were treated much more kindly. This is our least favorite venue but wed go back if there was a show we wanted to see badly enough.

Hu
Review №9

Big, open venue. Dont care for the cigarette smoke (millennial alert)... Been to a concert and a comedy show here. Both really inviting shows. Bathrooms are clean too if you care.

Th
Review №10

Cozy bar. If you are lucky enough to get a seat at the bar you will enjoy 529. I visited on a Thursday afternoon and had numerous quality conversations while drinking 529s reasonably priced libations.

Sa
Review №11

Great dive bar. Good drinks. Good place to see live music.

Ru
Review №12

Very cool venue to see underground local and touring acts! The sound is amazing! This really is a great live music venue!

Er
Review №13

Outstanding venue. The sound is great and drinks are fairly priced. No food. Its a gritty dive, but has class where it counts.

Co
Review №14

Nice spot with awesome folks working it. Great shows with great sound!

Ma
Review №15

If it wasnt for how horrendous the parking situation is at the 529, Id give it 5 stars, especially since there is plenty of space to expand parking in the back. Otherwise, it is a quality venue with a professional sound quality. I have had plenty of fun both playing here and seeing other bands. They guys at 529 know what they are doing!

CH
Review №16

Great place for an intimate show. Good times!

Ab
Review №17

The location is wonderful, there’s plenty of places to eat near the place because 529 doesn’t sell food. They just remodeled the building and the new stage is great and the sound quality is great. I went to see Rotten Stitches and a few other bands and had a wonderful time!

Se
Review №18

529 is a staple of East Atlanta Village. The drink prices are some of the best in Atlanta. But the music is great, if you are in town and visiting catch a show here you cannot go wrong. They don’t have any food but any of the amazing restaurants in the area can accommodate your taste buds!

Ch
Review №19

Love 529 for local and up and coming touring acts - its a great place to see a live show.

Ze
Review №20

Love the addition. Great place for music and drinks

Da
Review №21

Excellent spot in East Atlanta! Great staff and sound and nearby The Earl if you ever need to get some food!

Kr
Review №22

I have lots of fun at shows here. Nothing but good times at this place!

La
Review №23

Local haunt for up and coming bands from local faves to national acts and international touring groups. Cheap drinks and highly air conditioned. An Atlanta treasure.

Am
Review №24

Nice and roomy for dancing with the update. Always a good time at 529.

al
Review №25

Excellent metal played by the bands .it was so brutal

Je
Review №26

Such a warm cozy atmosphere! Love the live bands!

Bi
Review №27

They have punk rock shows there.

Lo
Review №28

This spot is a great place to hang out. The beer is good, and there is usually always dancing and music. I seem to end up here with several friends from different friends groups. I truly enjoy this bar, and the location. Whats not to love about East Atlanta Village?

Ch
Review №29

Good vibe, good food, good people

Bi
Review №30

Cozy music and comedy venue in East Atlanta. Love the staff and the crowd is generally a younger trendy lot. Excellent place to see some of the talented and interesting people of Atlanta.

Iv
Review №31

Pretty nice spot in EAV. Went in for the Saturday open mic comedy night and thoroughly enjoyed it. Drink prices are just right and staff was doing great considering the number of people who came in for the show.

Eh
Review №32

Standard run of the mill bar. Has some amazing artists that keep touring though.

Ja
Review №33

Cool little place to go hear great local bands. The staff is friendly and great bartenders

Wi
Review №34

I went here to see a friend and the band. Nice place its cool.

Do
Review №35

A bit on the noisy side, but the food is great and the beer selection is great too. Also has a much better soundtrack than most bars, but Im biased due to my love of old school metal.

Ch
Review №36

Had a blast at the Nightmare Before Christmas drag show. The bartenders were sweet and the patrons were just as great. Drinks are affordable and do the job. Bathrooms were well kept and the atmosphere was nothing short of EAV. Loved it and cant wait to return.

Ra
Review №37

One of the staples of EAV night life. More than just a bar! The live shows here have a very intimate feel with the smaller stage and the crowd standing so close (if Sneaky Hand is performing, the lead singer is liable to hop down and mingle during the performance). Local talents perform here on a regular basis. I love this place, but please make sure to wear ear protection as the music is generally loud enough to hear from the bar and even patio area (as it should be). Theyll give you free ear plugs at the bar - just ask.

La
Review №38

Cheap drinks, good music, great people.

Cy
Review №39

Great music venue!! Very intimate! Also very obvious that it has been recently renovated. Bathrooms were amazingly clean and even still smelled like fresh paint.

Sl
Review №40

Learn to pick up the phone its 2020 make a website no wonder this place is dead

Da
Review №41

Fantastic, intimate venue with personable folks behind the bar. I felt at home within 5 minutes of stepping the door.

Cl
Review №42

529 is a great place, really good shows.

J
Review №43

Best got dang bar in the village

Ka
Review №44

Great. Its a dive bar. Without dumb pretentious bartenders. You would think it wouldnt need a medal because of such. But it does. Of curse great service, music, prices, afternoon television, bands. Not in that order. Cheers

Kr
Review №45

Always a blast. The best booking in the city with a brand new light/sound system. Sounds/looks heavenly

PR
Review №46

Cool place I was there for the A3C festival and its nice place

Pr
Review №47

529 is a cool go to spot in east Atlanta. They always have an eclectic array of good music and a great atmosphere. The staff is top notch. Do yourself a favor and go catch a show!

Da
Review №48

Very small cozy bar. A modest size beer selection. Bartenders were friendly and quick to provide service. I was here for a show and the sound was fairly good from an audience stand-point.

Ad
Review №49

Great smaller size venue to get a really personal experience with the bands. Different music almost every night, fantastic place to discover new or local music. Tickets usually available at the door.

Ni
Review №50

Nice way to get mic time at open mic nights Saturdays.

Dy
Review №51

Great space for a concert after they opened it up. Bar is very reasonably priced. Bartenders were great.

Pl
Review №52

Great place to see local original music.

Th
Review №53

Unique artists, fun area, chill vibe

Tr
Review №54

Awesome Sound

Ch
Review №55

Love this dive! One TV that never plays sports. But no worries, youll love this spot. Check it when in EAV.

To
Review №56

Strong & intimidate venue. Recently expanded with a second bar!

co
Review №57

Loudest venue in Atlanta in my opinion. Very small but intimate. Bring ear plugs if its a metal band.

al
Review №58

The bar staff are great, the venue space is super intimate and has a slight smell of mold. I love it. Amazing spot for live music. The doorway between the bar and venue is too tight, that is my only complaint.

Ab
Review №59

Dive bar in East Atlanta. Saw a great show in their back room.

Pa
Review №60

Cool spot to get drinks they even have a walk-up window, its also a dope venue to see bands

We
Review №61

Its a great venue, large enough to accommodate a crowd, but small enough for the bands to fill the room. Their sound guy is really really good. Drinks are decently priced, staff is super helpful and friendly. 5/5 would drink & see bands here again.

Cl
Review №62

Owner manager makes this place one of the coolest in EAV

Ni
Review №63

Great local bar and music venue. Cheap beer and surprisingly friendly staff. It’s smoky if that’s not your thing.

Mi
Review №64

Awesome Trap museum especially for the price!!

Ch
Review №65

This is a cool spot for live music. They have a relatively tiny bar section, but its serves its purpose. I have seen a few shows there and had a blast every time. The beers here are reasonably priced and the wait time is respectable.

Do
Review №66

Not really anywhere to sit. I went to see a friends set and was not aware that the band would play well after midnight. I ended up missing it because it was so late. The guest djs were good though

Br
Review №67

Great venue for music. Everyone was so kool

Bi
Review №68

Any venue that hosts the likes of Leeway is a 5 star establishment by default. My experience was excellent. From the friendly greet by the doorman, to the farewell hadshake from the band, everything was exceptional. I should also note that although I was only drinking a red bull, the bartenders were very accommodating, and engaging.

Sh
Review №69

Fun, hip place. Nice outside seating

Da
Review №70

Cool badass bartenders look annoyed when you wave to them to order a drink. Good music though

Ly
Review №71

Good small dive bar with outdoor/patio seating and a stage/venue hosting many good local and non-local bands. I usually go to the metal shows and the sound engineer does a great job. Cheap booze.

Vo
Review №72

One of my favorite places in EAV. Good music and good sound, with a groovy staff. The recent renovations they did are pretty awesome, and it’s a good spot to catch local music.

La
Review №73

Paladin was amazing as usual!!! Great show!!

Br
Review №74

My favorite place to see a show. Bar staff is awesome and the drinks are inexpensive.

Je
Review №75

Bar is eh. The music on the other hand is great. They showcase talents from across the city and nation. Def worth a visit.

Cl
Review №76

I went on a Monday night, so there wasnt much of a crowd. Its a good place to see a small band to close. Small venue, but LOUD music

My
Review №77

Won tickets on a local radio station for a show here once; couldnt have been a better venue to stumble upon. Its in a hipster area with a crowd that mostly consisted of young professionals. You feel safe walking back to your car and the show was not only intimate but amazing! Have been regularly checking for upcoming bands ever since.

Jo
Review №78

My home away from home and I dont even drink! 529 has Atlantaa longest running show up / go up comedy open-mic. Every Saturday at 4:20 PM you can see some of the citys best comics (and newcomers alike) try out their newest comedy nuggets.

Ki
Review №79

Always a good vibe inside or out. Expect to see familiar faces of you frequent EAV. Always friends nearby! Try out a James and ginger slushy on a warm summer night.

Jo
Review №80

Cheap beer, good music. Simple and effective

Ka
Review №81

Very trendy venue ÷!!÷.... Check it OUT!!!

Re
Review №82

Divey and full of smoke. An awesome venue for shows, but be prepared for the cigarette stench, and get ready for a shower after.

Ph
Review №83

Intimate, good sound.

mo
Review №84

So much fun, great place that I hang out with my Son. Great Shows, and fun bands like Sad Fish! Had a blast with the young ones!

Gr
Review №85

Great venue with great vibes

Ja
Review №86

Obvious five star

Da
Review №87

Cool spoy

St
Review №88

Crazy low beer prices, great venue, good music. Had a good time when I was here.

Cl
Review №89

Great spot. Decent beer selection with good prices, great staff, great shows, and a walk up window to order your favorite beverages from their patio.

Li
Review №90

Love this place and the bands they put on! Drinks are good and pretty cheap for the area.

Hu
Review №91

Its definitely the smallest venue Ive ever been to since it was the first time Ive seen Calabrese and Jucifer. the sounds isnt too bad but it has some charm to it.

Ib
Review №92

Great small-cap venue in East Atlanta.

Sa
Review №93

We went for Saturday afternoon comedy. While it was nice that it was free and everyone was very very friendly, it reeked of smoke and was grossly claustrophobic, making me and my friend rush out after the show.

St
Review №94

Deff a old school punk bar feel to it! It was good.

JJ
Review №95

Favorite venue in ATL. New stage! Great sound! Good job!

Ka
Review №96

Awesome bartenders, great atmosphere, best acts. I love this place.

Ja
Review №97

I went to 529 to catch a snarky puppy show in 2011. it was a lot smaller inside than i expected but it made for a very intimate show. it was definitely a great night. the fact that i could visit the bar for a breather when the adjacent room was 2 packed for breathing was a real plus. i really enjoyed myself and truly appreciated the intimacy 529 offers for music performances. yes, i will revisit!

Au
Review №98

Just left from the Kero Kero Bonito concert. The bartenders were absolutely fantastic and welcoming.

Je
Review №99

Ive been to this venue numerous times and I have never had a bad experience. The bartenders are usually pretty good with minimal wait time. I highly recommend the Jameson slushies.

Ma
Review №100

Gorgeous new stage area! And the patio is where its at in between songs!

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  • Address:529 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, United States
  • Site:http://529atlanta.com/
  • Phone:+1 404-228-6769
Categories
  • Night club
  • Bar
Working hours
  • Monday:3–11pm
  • Tuesday:3–11pm
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:3–11pm
  • Friday:3–11pm
  • Saturday:3–11pm
  • Sunday:3–11pm
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeaway:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Dancing:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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