I don't drink here, but when a friend showed me this bar, it became a good hangout spot on weekend nights before we went down to 10-high. The staff here are really kind and friendly, and the atmosphere is clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Matthew
Music on Saturday was much better than the normal playlist. Not hearing crazy frog three times a night like normal was refreshing lol. As always the bartenders are amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Sayyaf Ali
For the love of God hire a better dj who can play music without 10 seconds of dead air while thinking of the next song. Also crazy frog is not a crowd pleaser yet they play it every night. Fire that dj pleaseeeeee.Bartenders are nice enough and bathrooms are reasonable for a clubby atmosphere
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Josh Wheeler
This is my home away from home. Been going here for years. Bartenders treat me well, security treats me well. The live band is fun. Definitely a unique experience. The atmosphere is hit or miss, as it comes with the territory of this being primarily a gen z spot. The food is solid for a late night bar. The grilled cheese with chicken hits the spot every time. The mozz sticks are money.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
JP Gravitt
LOVE the live band karaoke ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alyssa Brosy
I've been coming to Dark Horse Tavern for the past few years since I moved into the neighborhood awhile back. I came for the live band karaoke and I've literally never experienced anything quite like it. I've been addicted ever since.First, let me say the bartenders are TOP TIER! Always friendly, always serve amazing drinks. Even amongst the chaos in the basement, they always see me, know what I want, I'm in and out so damn quick and I can enjoy the show. It's friggin' magic.I know there's been a changeover in ownership of this place, and I hope the new owners understand how crucial it is to keep the place going for the locals that love this bar too. We locals come for you guys. There's literally five other bars I could go to on the same street as Dark Horse, but I choose to come to DH because every employee is awesome and incredible. I look forward to seeing the crew working that night. It makes the insane patrons there a little more tolerable.Thanks for all the work you guys do! Much love to Kelly, Charlisse, Josie, Jeff, Kayla, Steve, Paget, Wiz, and Jesse! All of you are the true rockstars.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juan C Ruiz
Most fun in a long time!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cory Klose
ANTI-LGBTQ+ ESTABLISHMENT. During a visit to Dark Horse Tavern for a friend's birthday celebration, our experience started on a hopeful note. Eager to enhance the atmosphere, we invested in a selection of songs from the jukebox. However, despite our anticipation, the music was initially too quiet, diminishing our enjoyment. It wasn't until an hour into our visit, after we requested a volume increase, that the ambiance improved, leading to a lively atmosphere with patrons dancing and enjoying themselves.The evening took a disappointing turn when the temperature inside the bar rose, prompting my husband to remove his jacket, revealing a standard tank top underneath. Unexpectedly, a staff member confronted him, insisting that tank tops were against the bar's dress code, a policy that was neither posted nor previously communicated to us. When we sought clarification and requested to see the written dress code, we were met with hostility and were told to leave without a satisfactory explanation. This encounter felt particularly discriminatory, as we noticed other patrons in similar attire who were not subjected to the same treatment. Our objections were dismissed rudely, and as we exited, we were wrongly accused of causing damage.This incident leads us to believe that the bar's actions were not only unwelcoming but also discriminatory, notably hinting at homophobia, given the unequal enforcement of their dress code. Such behavior is unacceptable, especially in a city like Atlanta, known for its diversity and inclusiveness. We hope our experience serves as a cautionary tale, particularly for the LGBTQ+ community and allies, about this establishment's intolerant practices.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Natalie Stevens
I have never written a review in my life, but I need to for this. I'm a college student and I have been here a few times with friends. On Friday I went out with my friends for my birthday and two of us got roofied. We were perfectly fine one second and then the next not. I know my limit fairly well and after one drink from the bar I was on the floor. It was a shot so I'm fairly sure after reading other similar reviews it was the bartender. The security guards were screaming at us and kicked us out on the street (this is according to my friends, I don't remember anything after the drink). Thank god I had some friends there who were able to get me back. I was throwing up the entire next day, and was charged $50 for two shots. I will be telling everyone I know to not come here anymore. Horrible and dangerous, I hate to think what could've happened. DO NOT GO HERE.
Kat valentine
Had a great time. We waited forever to go to the basement for karaoke but it was worth it and amazing. Everyone was having fun!
Dark Horse Tavern's live band karaoke is a blast! The lively atmosphere, diverse song choices, and enthusiastic crowd make for an unforgettable night. Talented performers and a supportive audience create an energetic and enjoyable experience. Perfect for both seasoned karaoke pros and first-timers, it's a must for a night of musical fun!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elliott Park
do not try this in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phil Armijo
Rockstar Kareokeis the best in townHands down. The Warren on the rooftop is the #1 Gem in
I don't drink here, but when a friend showed me this bar, it became a good hangout spot on weekend nights before we went down to 10-high. The staff here are really kind and friendly, and the atmosphere is clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Music on Saturday was much better than the normal playlist. Not hearing crazy frog three times a night like normal was refreshing lol. As always the bartenders are amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
For the love of God hire a better dj who can play music without 10 seconds of dead air while thinking of the next song. Also crazy frog is not a crowd pleaser yet they play it every night. Fire that dj pleaseeeeee.Bartenders are nice enough and bathrooms are reasonable for a clubby atmosphere
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
This is my home away from home. Been going here for years. Bartenders treat me well, security treats me well. The live band is fun. Definitely a unique experience. The atmosphere is hit or miss, as it comes with the territory of this being primarily a gen z spot. The food is solid for a late night bar. The grilled cheese with chicken hits the spot every time. The mozz sticks are money.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
LOVE the live band karaoke ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been coming to Dark Horse Tavern for the past few years since I moved into the neighborhood awhile back. I came for the live band karaoke and I've literally never experienced anything quite like it. I've been addicted ever since.First, let me say the bartenders are TOP TIER! Always friendly, always serve amazing drinks. Even amongst the chaos in the basement, they always see me, know what I want, I'm in and out so damn quick and I can enjoy the show. It's friggin' magic.I know there's been a changeover in ownership of this place, and I hope the new owners understand how crucial it is to keep the place going for the locals that love this bar too. We locals come for you guys. There's literally five other bars I could go to on the same street as Dark Horse, but I choose to come to DH because every employee is awesome and incredible. I look forward to seeing the crew working that night. It makes the insane patrons there a little more tolerable.Thanks for all the work you guys do! Much love to Kelly, Charlisse, Josie, Jeff, Kayla, Steve, Paget, Wiz, and Jesse! All of you are the true rockstars.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Most fun in a long time!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
ANTI-LGBTQ+ ESTABLISHMENT. During a visit to Dark Horse Tavern for a friend's birthday celebration, our experience started on a hopeful note. Eager to enhance the atmosphere, we invested in a selection of songs from the jukebox. However, despite our anticipation, the music was initially too quiet, diminishing our enjoyment. It wasn't until an hour into our visit, after we requested a volume increase, that the ambiance improved, leading to a lively atmosphere with patrons dancing and enjoying themselves.The evening took a disappointing turn when the temperature inside the bar rose, prompting my husband to remove his jacket, revealing a standard tank top underneath. Unexpectedly, a staff member confronted him, insisting that tank tops were against the bar's dress code, a policy that was neither posted nor previously communicated to us. When we sought clarification and requested to see the written dress code, we were met with hostility and were told to leave without a satisfactory explanation. This encounter felt particularly discriminatory, as we noticed other patrons in similar attire who were not subjected to the same treatment. Our objections were dismissed rudely, and as we exited, we were wrongly accused of causing damage.This incident leads us to believe that the bar's actions were not only unwelcoming but also discriminatory, notably hinting at homophobia, given the unequal enforcement of their dress code. Such behavior is unacceptable, especially in a city like Atlanta, known for its diversity and inclusiveness. We hope our experience serves as a cautionary tale, particularly for the LGBTQ+ community and allies, about this establishment's intolerant practices.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
I have never written a review in my life, but I need to for this. I'm a college student and I have been here a few times with friends. On Friday I went out with my friends for my birthday and two of us got roofied. We were perfectly fine one second and then the next not. I know my limit fairly well and after one drink from the bar I was on the floor. It was a shot so I'm fairly sure after reading other similar reviews it was the bartender. The security guards were screaming at us and kicked us out on the street (this is according to my friends, I don't remember anything after the drink). Thank god I had some friends there who were able to get me back. I was throwing up the entire next day, and was charged $50 for two shots. I will be telling everyone I know to not come here anymore. Horrible and dangerous, I hate to think what could've happened. DO NOT GO HERE.
Had a great time. We waited forever to go to the basement for karaoke but it was worth it and amazing. Everyone was having fun!
Atmosphere: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Excellent place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dark Horse Tavern's live band karaoke is a blast! The lively atmosphere, diverse song choices, and enthusiastic crowd make for an unforgettable night. Talented performers and a supportive audience create an energetic and enjoyable experience. Perfect for both seasoned karaoke pros and first-timers, it's a must for a night of musical fun!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
do not try this in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rockstar Kareokeis the best in townHands down. The Warren on the rooftop is the #1 Gem in
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Parking: After 10pm free street parking.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4