Atkins Park
Where the night comes alive
Atkins Park has been Atlanta's social hub for more than a century. Home to the city's oldest continuously licensed bar, this block has welcomed generations of neighbors, diners, and night owls. Recently rededicated to the legacy of Dr. Eliza Atkins Gleason, a trailblazing academic and the first African American to earn a Ph.D. in library science, Atkins Park continues to honor its history while embracing a new era of growth.
When the sun goes down, this block comes alive. Atkins Park serves up classic American fare with a true community feel, while Neighbor's Pub brings a lively patio scene with TVs and string lights. Dark Horse keeps the energy high with its dance floor and live band karaoke, and Dad's brings retro-inspired vibes and classy cocktails. Limerick Junction delivers a true pub atmosphere, and Blind Willie's Blues Club keeps the music playing with nightly live performances.
The energy carries into the dining scene, too. Osteria 832 is a go-to for Italian favorites, Truva serves some of the city's best Turkish cuisine, Surin of Thailand has been a longtime favorite for Thai classics, and Ocean Wave rounds out the options with seafood and sushi.
Beyond the nightlife, Atkins Park is home to the everyday small businesses too. Intown Hardware is a staple for home improvement and garden essentials, Freedom Barber Co. brings crisp cuts to the corner, and Sweet Peach Waxing offers beauty services to look your best. For wellness and community, Highland Yoga, Contour Pilates, and City Church Eastside provide spaces to recharge, while The Splatter Studio adds a colorful dose of creativity.
Over a century in, this block still knows how to light up the district from day to dark.
