Since I grew up around the Atlanta area, I take alot of my knowledge of the city for granted. Yesterday, a few of my OTP (outside the perimeter) friends came to see my play in Little 5 Points. They had never been to this area of town and were really in awe of it. All I could think was, “Really…You’ve never been here before?”
So today’s post will be about Little 5 Points.
This popular shopping, restaurant, bar niche of town sits right off of Moreland Avenue and veers off to Euclid. Major cross streets nearby are Ponce de Leon Ave. I’m not so good with the directions part, but if you’re reading this post, you’ve got the internet and can get better directions.
My OTP friends described Little 5 Points as a place where alot of young people hang out and alot of hippies. I would say it does attract an interesting crowd from - the bohemian homeless, the goths, the high school grundge rock, the preppy, the bikers, and then you’ll see a couple in denim shorts with a baby stroller. So basically…it’s a really accepting place.
Here’s the places you don’t want to miss:
Junkman’s Daughter: This is a large retail shop that has everything from cute summer dresses, to vinyl skirts, to a glass shop, posters galore, random/
unique knick knacks.
The Vortex: This 18+ restaurant is known for possibly being the second best hamburger in the U.S. They are personally my fav. for Atlanta. This is also a hangout spot for bikers, but it’s a great place to eat.
Star Bar: This is a really unique bar. It is usually a good place to dance, drink, and get hit on. They also throw a killer Halloween party.
Brewhouse: This restaurant has a really nice large patio - only problem is it’s right on Moreland, so the cars driving by do make it a little hard to hear your friends talking. This could be a good thing for some of you, so keep this place in mind. The food is regular bar food and they’ve got a full bar.
7 Stages and Horizon Theater: These are two really great theaters on Euclid Ave. May I personally suggest the current musical at Horizon Theater - The Watercoolers: An office musical.
El Myr: This Mexican restaurant sits off Euclid and kinda looks like a shack. When I found this place, I really thought I was pretty freakin hip. The food is kinda basic burritos, quesadillas - they have some unique ones. But I come here to drink margaritas and think how cool I must be.
Variety Playhouse: This music venue hosts a ton of popular bands - both well known and up and coming. I actually have never seen a show here, so I will accept an invitaton.
If there’s anything you think makes Little 5 Points unique that I have left off…well then…why don’t you leave a comment.
Thank God it’s the weekend - I don’t know about you - but I am lookin good and feelin even better - tonight there’s a crisp breeze in the air and I hope to have a crisp drink in both hands.
