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    Kat's Cafe

    4.0 (309 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Casual
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    Live music
    Loud

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    Jones H.

    I chose a great night to chill here at Kat's Cafe, Tuesday's is comedy night, where local comedians will have you laughing, every Tuesday night, this has been going on for the last 18 years. I will definitely come again. The staff was friendly and the pizza wasn't too bad. Don't be surprised if you look up and see a celebrity sitting enjoying the show just like you.

    Band area 'Open Mic' Night before the show.
    Wanda M.

    Kat's Cafe is a fun and vibrant place. Open Mic night is a game-changer. Patrons sing along if they know the song. The band and MC are phenomenal. Lots of industry professionals show up, take the mic and show out. A great time. Drinks are excellent!

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    Shernell H.

    Kat's Cafe is an intimate spot with warm and welcoming customers and employees i.e the vibes/ambience here is EVERYTHING! We came here on a Thursday night and had the best time! One should note that quality live music is definitely a thing here. Additionally, if you have talent, you can surely bless the stage. Drinks are excellent and food portions are great. Most importantly it's all very affordable! I had the Sing that Song drink and the Cajun Shrimp pizza. The Cajun Shrimp pizza was fairly tasty, however, it wasn't given much Cajun per se. Overall, my vote would be for everyone to go that loves a good time and loves live music.

    Tomatoes and basil with chicken
    Mikki E.

    I always have a great time when I visit. The vibe is always feel like I'm at a family reunion. Our waiter was great and made sure we were good and the drinks kept coming. I didn't take a picture of my chocolate drink, but it was delicious!! Be aware that the menu is limited. I appreciate how amazing local artists are able to showcase their gifts with us. I will continue to be a loyal customer at Kat's.I love everything about this place.

    Mya L.

    The food, I tried the chicken fajita quesadilla, and it was perfectly done, from the amount of fajitas in the quesadilla, how well seasoned it was and how well it tasted with the chicken, sour cream and salsa, it was very flavorful. For the quesadilla, the cost was typical, it was $13.99 and came with salsa and sour cream. The service was okay, it took a while for the quesadilla to come out. The ambiance, it is a hole in the wall type of place for up and coming talent. They host open mic each Thursday and that was what I was attending.

    Great vibe!! 10/10 this place is super chill and intimate. I can for an artist showcase on thanksgiving eve and I will definitely be back. The chicken Caesar wrap and drinks were amazing and Blue (the bartender) was an amazing host and one of the performers.

    Too many damn flashes
    Shae F.

    Singers are great but that DAMN photographer. Taking a zillion photos of the same scene and that awful flash. Some people have sensitivity to flash that causes migraines and seizures.

    Wall art
    Chad C.

    Although this review is new, best believe I've been coming here for YEARS!!! The vibe is always dope and the live bands/entertainment have always consistently been top notch. Pro Tip: Ask for the Lady Sings The Blues martini. (You're welcome). From the menu to the music to the patrons this will easily become your new go to if you're new to the area and you will desire to return if you're simply visiting. We love you Kat!!

    12.28.2019.
    Kathryn L.

    I'm everything live music amongst local neighborhoods & finally made my way to here to who's name says it all. Lack of a star for the horrible bar service, as I & another patron sat at the bar for over 15 minutes without a single hello or nod our way. Once the young lady came over we bombarded her with our orders. I ended up having a liquid meal as there's nothing for the V-Crew, minus a bland looking salad. With the heavy plant based options nowadays, it should be an easy note (get it) to add an item for the V-Crew on the slim menu as it is. There's a $10 Cover Door, $5 for Valet & the restrooms needed to be tidied up. Overall a quaint, hole in the wall (good way) music cafe located down the steps/hill from the Piedmont Avenue address...you really have to look for the hanging signage. I'll be back & will eat beforehand.

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    Great supper club and live music. The artist Tabitha King is royalty in ATL enjoyed our time.

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    Went here to get dinner and drinks after work. We ordered a pizza at least 5 times. No one ever brought us food.

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    Ask the Community - Kat's Cafe

    What's that parking like?

    Valet parking

    Can 18+ come inside?

    Yes

    What are Saturday nights like? Surprising my hubby with a date and wanted to stop here. Thanks!

    The atmosphere is wonderful. It is a bit cramped and you may bump into a few folks, but it is festive. If you get there in early, you can find free parking on the street, if not, you can valet park in the parking lot.

    Are desserts/coffee offered here?

    No, although a slice of cheese cake or a signature cupcake would be nice.

    Drinks? Is there good wine?

    I've had their cocktails, which are tasty. I'm sure you can't go wrong with a glass of wine. It's worth a try!!

    Has anyone been here on a Wednesday night? If so, how was it?

    Alexus, I went two weeks ago on a Wednesday. It was great, Eva performed, great night for live music.

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    I had the best time last night (Thursday) with open mic, live jazz, tasty drinks and great conversation.

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    I came here years ago with my nephews and finally had the chance to come back. Wow!!!!! They've…read morecompletely remodeled the restaurant! I absolutely love the aesthetics and the overall vibe. The space is beautiful, welcoming and perfect for a date night. The food was fresh, flavorful and everything came out perfectly. A special shoutout to Carrie for providing amazing service and making our experience even better. She was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. If you're looking for a great spot with a cute atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service, definitely check this place out. I'll definitely be back!

    First time here. Solid selection of oysters and seafood. Mixed drinks are spectacular. Great…read morebartender knows her stuff! Very good table service made extra points with making a birthday a special one. Music is good and at a volume level where conversation remains the primary focus. For me, this is a special occasion only spot, b/c the prices are a bit steep (especially since their sushi, oysters, and lobster roll are more expensive than they are in Boston). I think the logistics of getting fresh seafood makes it more expensive in Atlanta for certain selections? I'll give them the benefit of the doubt on that one. Also would have appreciated an oyster being taken off the bill when I informed the server it was a bad one. All in all ok, knowing that's a known risk with eating them.

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    4.2
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    2.2 mi
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    The restaurant is brand new and has great vibes. Service was exceptional with zero wait for my…read moreparty. The food was so good and unique, I recommend the ceasar wedge with housemate bagel chips and the biscuit battered chicken sandwich, yum. The Chef even made time to come and check on us during our lunch. Kiddos to Chef Chris and his staff. This is a hidden gem in the heart of downtown

    A breath of fresh air for the neighborhood Walked into The…read moreEmber Room* expecting the usual gastropub vibe and left actually excited about where American food is heading. The space is clean but not sterile: exposed brick, warm wood, and a bar that glows like it wants you to linger. *The food* skips the tired "burgers and mac" checklist. Think short rib agnolotti with smoked corn puree, charred broccolini with miso-garlic butter, and a fried chicken sandwich that somehow stays crisp under a jalapeño honey glaze. Portions are generous without being wasteful, and everything tastes intentional like the kitchen tested it 10 times before it hit the menu. *The cocktails are the real flex.* The menu changes seasonally, but the bar team leans into flavor over gimmicks. I tried the *Oaxacan Old Fashioned* with mezcal, mole bitters, and orange peel that's torched tableside. Smoky, slightly sweet, zero gimmick. My friend went for the *Cucumber Basil Gimlet* and said it tasted like summer in a glass. No sugary syrup bombs here. Bartenders actually explain what's in your drink if you ask, and they're good at steering you if you're unsure. Service hit the sweet spot between attentive and relaxed. Water refills showed up without hovering, and the server knew the menu well enough to call out what's spicy, what's rich, and what's worth splitting. It feels like a place locals will become regulars at, but it's good enough to bring out-of-town friends to. Creative without being precious, tasty without being safe. Sorry I didn't take pictures,

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    1.8 mi
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    We were in town for the World Cup and booked a reservation at Whiskey Bird for Thursday night at…read more6:30. We took an uber but there was a parking lot across the street and plenty of street parking. What a fun place! We had the following dishes: Ahi tuna gyoza tacos - my favorite dish of the night Crispy brussels Thai steak & noodle salad Bourbon roasted salmon Everything was delicious! We shared all the dishes. My daughter had the buttered noodles off the kids menu. Plenty of options on the kids menu! Service was friendly and our server helped us choose options. There are great cocktail options. We had an aviation and midnight margarita. The vibe and ambiance are perfect for a fun GNO or date night. I appreciated the robust kids menu so we could go out as a family and I would be able to have a great meal at a local spot!

    10% military discount! I came here after my Pilates…read moreworkout. I was gonna work from here but there is no Wi-Fi. It definitely would be better with Wi-Fi because I love the space, I could work form here. The chicken tacos were just the right amount for lunch. I also grabbed the tuna toast, it was good it just needed a little bit more razzle-dazzle for me. The gimlet drink made with vodka or gin was refreshing! But not on the menu but still you can request it. A hibiscus limeade was also good. Jamie as the bartender and she was a sweetheart. I will be back. Thank you guys.

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    Let me start off on a positive note -- the food was absolutely amazing. Unfortunately, the service…read moredid not match the quality of the meal. Once my party and I arrived, it took Mr. Ross nearly 10 minutes to greet us. By the time he came over, we were already prepared to order. Our food and drinks arrived, but after that, Mr. Ross never returned to check on our table or ask if we needed refills. Instead, he spent close to 30 minutes standing at the bar talking with friends who were dining there. When he finally came back, we were so frustrated that we simply asked for the check. Even then, our drinks were never refilled. This level of service was very disappointing and unacceptable, especially on a Monday when the restaurant was not busy.

    Food was as usual I've been 4x and will continue to support. Food quality...yummy. Temp...on…read morepoint. Presentation... eye-catching. Parking...free 1st 2hrs. This time, though, service...sub-par. I've been when the crowd was popping and service was still at a premium This time was below what Virgil's has offered previously. Water glass had food stuck to inside the glass. I asked Z to replace. 10min later another server brought our food and I asked if she could replace but she said she'll let our waiter know, 10min later we informed the manager who looks like one of the owners and he said he'll get right on it. 5min later Z returned and asked if there was anything else...still no water. Again I had to ask for water but this time togo since I had finished my meal. I only wanted to leave a 10 to 15% tip but the bill came PRE-TIPPED Anyhoo, I'll be back

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    Saints + Council

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    4.3
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    0.5 mi
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    Great spot! Went with a group and the service was great. Starts with an Old Fashioned, excellent…read morejob with the cocktail. There were a couple of Apps ordered for the table and both were very good. We had the Whipper Formaggio and the Spicy Shrimp Crunch. Really liked the shrimp, but I didn't find it spicy at all. There were a number of good options for the main. A number of people got the Lemon Miso Salmon and everyone thought it was good. I was leaning to the Braised Short Ribs but pivoted to the Roasted Pappardelle Pasta. The fresh pasta was excellent. The tomato cream sauce worked great with the shrimp and chorizo. This was a very cool place and there is little doubt that I will return.

    I came here to celebrate a friends birthday and it's safe to say it's officially bookmarked as date…read morenight spot! I parked in the garage at the red deck which is $24, however, bring your ticket because they validate it. I ended up paying $15 instead. When we arrived, there was a violinist playing r&b songs. I believe he left around 3:30 PM, so get they're early! Anyway I had an espresso martini to start and it was decent. For my entree I went with the Crispy Chicken + Dutch. Their dinner menu doesn't start until 5:00 PM. Anyway my meal was delicious! I will be back to order my own eggs & short ribs because that was good too! Everyone enjoyed their meal and this restaurant!

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    Kat's Cafe - newamerican - Updated June 2026

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