Intimate venues can range in size but usually offer an audience the feeling of being close to the performance.
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Columbus, OH
The Big Room Bar is an intimate live music bar and neighborhood hangout located above the CD 92.9 FM radio station in the Brewery District of Columbus, OH. The venue hosts local, regional and national touring bands. Check out 30 years of music history in this unique venue full of music memorabilia. ...
Houston, TX
Located across the street from Emancipation Park in Houston’s Third Ward, the historic Eldorado Ballroom at Project Row Houses originally opened in 1939. The ground floor of the venue features a café and local market, an art gallery, and community meeting spaces. Upstairs is the 300-capacity ballroom, an incredible venue for live music, dancing and other gatherings. The intimate venue has a second-floor outdoor deck offering spectacular views of downtown Houston. The annex, courtyard, and terrace offer additional areas for events.
The Eldorado is owned by the nonprofit Project Row Houses, while Lucille’s Hospitality Group and Lucille’s 1913 operate the ballroom. ...
Philadelphia, PA
Situated in the heart of Center City, City Winery Philadelphia is Philadelphia’s premier venue, restaurant, and winery offering live music, comedy, and wine events in an intimate venue with good food, a full bar, and great wine. The venue boasts a spacious stage and exceptional Meyer Sound system along with complete audio, video, and lighting capabilities, green room, and a full-size bar. ...
Tuscaloosa, AL
Located on The Strip in Tuscaloosa, Druid City Music Hall is a multi-genre venue known for its top of the line acoustics and intimate setting. In 2020 the venue underwent a major renovation adding several dressing rooms and a large green room backstage. The renovation to the stage, bars and bathrooms, include two new balconies. ...
Detroit, MI
Located on the lower level, The Shelter at St. Andrew’s Hall offers a private bar, stage, cabaret seating, a DJ booth, red curtains and private rooms. The venue offers a gritty-yet-exclusive ambience, with a large stage, open floor plan and a green room for artists. ...
Madison, WI
The Orpheum Theater Madison first opened in 1927 as a vaudeville venue and Art Deco movie palace in downtown Madison, WI. The live performance and musical theater is currently booked and operated by Frank Productions Concerts, hosting regular concerts, stand-up comedy shows, weddings and events. ...
Hartford, CT
Infinity Music Hall is a concert and event venue in the Front Street District of Hartford, CT. Infinity Music Hall Hartford has pristine acoustics and a world-class sound system! The music hall has two levels: the Orchestra Level seats 400 in traditional theater style and the Mezzanine Level seats about 100. The Good Vibes Bar is located on the Orchestra Level for patron access before and during shows. The mezzanine level features cabaret-style seating and beverage service. ...
Bacliff, TX
Katie’s Bar is a full-service live music venue in Bacliff, TX, presenting extraordinary music in an intimate setting. The bar is non-smoking indoors with an outdoor patio. ...
Milwaukee, WI
Linneman’s Riverwest Inn is a cozy bar in Milwaukee serving an array of brews in an old–timey interior. Opened in 1993, Linneman’s hosts acoustic open stages on Wednesday nights and live music on weekends. ...
Woodstock, GA
MadLife Stage & Studios is a music venue, recording studio, restaurant and bar in Woodstock, GA. The MadLife Grill serves a full menu of in-house crafted specialties. MadLife Stage offers a concert-quality music venue with room for up to 284 patrons for performances by artists crossing many genres. MadLife’s patio is a rocking stage as well. Weather permitting, this stage rings out some of the most amazing live music in Woodstock. MadLife also offers professional recording studios which includes two large tracking rooms and a state-of-the-art post-production/mixing room. ...
Dripping Springs, TX
Dreamland is an outdoor entertainment and arts venue that features the world’s most extreme miniature golf course, four pickleball courts, and two state-of-the-art music stages for incredible acts playing to audiences large and small. ...
Philadelphia, PA
World Cafe Live is a nonprofit independent venue in Philadelphia, PA, dedicated to live music, education, and community engagement. Since opening in 2004, World Cafe Live has presented emerging and established local, national, and international artists on its two stages: The Lounge and The Music Hall.
The Lounge at World Cafe Live is an intimate venue located on the upper level that doubles as a full-service restaurant. This unique space, which hosts up to 220 guests, is ideal for watching emerging artists up close and personal.
The Music Hall at World Cafe Live is a 650-capacity tiered concert venue located on the lower level, welcoming nationally touring artists. The 2800-square-foot space features a 14′ drop down cinema screen and projector, world-class sound system by Clair Brothers, and full nightclub lighting with a disco ball. ...
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Portland, OR
The Alberta Rose Theatre is Portland’s premier setting to experience acoustic music, art house films, and live performances. Located in the heart of the eclectic Alberta Arts District, the Alberta Rose originally opened as a motion picture house in 1927 and radiates the serene feeling of a Spanish-Colonial courtyard. The Alberta Rose is a mid-size, seated listening room with 300 fixed seats, excellent sightlines, and outstanding acoustics providing live entertainment of all kinds including music, circus, comedy, and more. ...
Orlando, FL
The Social Orlando is a premier indie music venue hosting international and nationally touring acts. With a talent roster of this magnitude and a mere 400 person capacity, it’s not hard to believe that the majority of shows sell out in this intimate spot nestled in downtown Orlando, FL. ...
Pittsburgh, PA
Club Café is a renowned live music venue and iconic staple of Pittsburgh’s historic South Side district. The intimate space is host to a nightly lineup of touring acts from all over the world as well as local artists from Pittsburgh’s thriving music scene. ...
Raleigh, NC
The Pour House Music Hall is Raleigh’s home for live music since 1997. The venue is a record shop by day and live music venue at night presenting an eclectic mix of local and nationally touring bands. The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop has an extensive selection of both new and used vinyl. ...
Mayetta, KS
Prairie Band Casino & Resort is a casino and entertainment complex in Mayetta, KS, providing a variety of live entertainment in its 1,100-capacity Great Lakes Ballroom. The Ballroom provides an intimate setting for fans of rock, country, soul, pop and comedy.
Lobby Bar Live features locally brewed beers, signature cocktails, and live entertainment featuring local entertainers. ...
Provo, UT
Covey Center for the Arts in Provo, UT, is a venue for the arts with a beautiful 670-capacity main theater, a 100-capacity black box theater, a recital stage, and four art galleries. The Covey Center’s Main Performance Hall boasts a state-of-the-art L’Acoustics sound system and a full theatrical lighting system. There is not a seat in the house farther than 90′ from the stage. The Covey Center presents shows by many local groups on its stage, and offers many dance and theater classes. ...
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Cambridge, MA
Lizard Lounge Cambridge is an intimate and inviting live music club located just north of Harvard Square in Cambridge, MA. Lizard Lounge features live performances ranging from the area’s hottest local bands to touring national acts. In addition to rock and roots, you might also find opera, classical music, or Balkan folk music dotting the calendar. Every Sunday night, The Jeff Robinson Trio hosts the legendary Lizard Lounge Poetry Jam. Lizard Lounge has a full bar, cocktail list, and 30 brews on tap. ...
Hopewell, NJ
Hopewell Theater is a an intimate performing arts theater in Hopewell, NJ, presenting movies, live music, talks, and performances in one state-of-the-art dine-in theater. The 180-seat theater has flexible seating options; from intimate banquette table seating to traditional fixed theater seats, as well as a balcony overlooking the stage – there’s a place where everyone can feel comfortable. The Theater features a digital projection system, a modern LED lighting package, and a state-of-the-art surround sound system. ...
Charleston, SC
The Charleston Pour House is a home-grown, independently operated music venue since 2002. There are two stages and two full service bars, inside the main venue and outside on the deck, with free live music nightly.. Root Note food container bar is located on the deck while Kwei Fei is in the building adjacent to the venue. The Sunday Brunch Farmers Market offers quality local products and produce, along with fun workshops, face painting and food trucks. Kids’ Drum Circles and other family-friendly events are offered regularly. ...
Sellersville, PA
Sellersville Theater 1894 is an historic, intimate performing arts venue in Bucks County with 325 seats featuring local, national and international performers. The venue houses a multimedia projector, Meyer sound system, professional 5.1 cinema surround sound and stage lighting options. Events include live music performances, movie screenings, presentations and speakers, sponsor receptions and more. Adjacent is The Washington House Hotel & Restaurant. ...
Holland, MI
The Park Theatre is a nonprofit multi-use venue located in the heart of Holland, MI. The theater has played host to concerts, receptions, comedy troupes, dinner theater productions, nonprofit fundraisers, reunions, and birthday parties. Capacity for the building is 300, with seating for around 250 people. ...
Fargo, ND
Established in 2010, Fargo Brewing Company is a brewery and taproom in Fargo, ND. The Hall at Fargo Brewing Company is the brewery’s 400-capacity music venue that showcases local and touring acts in its intimate setting. Additional entertainment may be found on the patio or the brewery’s outdoor stage. Programming is provided by Jade Presents. ...
Nevada City, CA
Located in the vibrant heart of the Sierra Foothills, Crazy Horse Saloon & Grill is a legendary saloon, restaurant and music venue nestled in downtown Nevada City, CA. Crazy Horse offers game broadcasts and live bands in a 19th-century building with a warm vibe. The Crazy Horse Saloon is an intimate venue presenting funk, soul, jam-rock, bluegrass, and Americana. ...
New York, NY
Since 2005, Rockwood Music Hall has grown from a single stage venue to boasting three intimate stages, all with top-notch sound systems. Here you will find music of all genres from local and international artists on all three stages seven days per week. ...
Phoenix, AZ
Valley Bar is a basement venue, cocktail bar, and restaurant in downtown Phoenix, AZ. The Music Hall at Valley Bar is an intimate, 250 capacity room that showcases all varieties of music, film, spoken word, and comedy. The Valley Bar Game Room has two billiards tables, shuffleboard, two skee-ball games, board games, pinball, darts, and more. ...
Lenox, MA
A picturesque Victorian manor built in 1885, the Apple Tree Inn marries the refined heritage of the Berkshires with the spirit of exploration, arts, and culture. Stay in a charming room or suite, enjoy live music and expertly-prepared drinks at The Ostrich Room, or have a leisurely decadent brunch at The Bellflower Restaurant & Terrace. Soak in the view of the Berkshires as you relax by the pool with a drink, or play a round of tennis on an outdoor court tucked away in the forest. ...
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Atlanta, GA
The EARL (East Atlanta Restaurant & Lounge) is an alternative music venue in Atlanta, GA. ...
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Denver, CO
Home of live music, delicious Marquis Pizza, and over a decade of memories in downtown Denver, CO, Marquis Theater features an intimate dining area and bar, and a 250-capacity music hall equipped with state-of-the-art staging, lighting and sound. ...
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Goshen, IN
Ignition Music Garage is a friendly record store and live music venue in Goshen, IN. Ignition sells new and used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, audio gear, and vintage clothing. It has a small stage in the front corner of the store meaning the audience is only feet from the performance. The Ignition Concert Series schedules local acts and national Americana acts routing through the Midwest. ...
New York, NY
Created by musicians, for musicians, Brooklyn Music Kitchen is a restaurant and music venue in Clinton Hill that gives local and global artists the opportunity to perform, record, and stream their performances from a live soundstage in an intimate setting. Every Wednesday, bring your instrument or your voice and get up on stage with the house band. ...
Norfolk, VA
Originally built in 1926, the Jeanne and George Roper Performing Arts Center is a former movie palace restored and managed by Tidewater Community College in downtown Norfolk, VA. The Roper Center presents concerts, comedy, theater and more its historic theater. The state-of-the-art performance venue seats up to 900 guests and features stained-glass chandeliers and hand-painted architectural detail resembling a Spanish courtyard. ...
New Orleans, LA
The Toulouse Theatre is an independent music venue located in the heart of the New Orleans’ French Quarter. The concert venue hosts public entertainment, refreshments, and private gatherings. Bars are located in the lobby, the concert hall, and in the premium mezzanine area. Toulouse Theatre’s Lobby Bar is open Thursday to Sunday from 12pm til’, and two hours prior to all shows. ...
Amityville, NY
Amityville Music Hall is a cozy live music venue based in Amityville, NY, that hosts artists of all genres and walks of life. AMH is run by lovers of music on a mission to grow the Long Island music and arts community, one show at a time. Enjoy craft beers on tap plus daily events and specials. ...
Knoxville, TN
Part of the Scruffy City Bar Hop located in downtown Knoxville, TN, Scruffy City Hall is an intimate music hall with two balconies. The Medieval Hall is on the first floor and has an Ultra-Hi-Def widescreen video system complete with state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, a stage, and full-bar service. The Loggia Balcony Bar is one of the best people-watching spots overlooking Historic Market Square. Scruffy City Hall is known as “Knoxville’s Cathedral of Entertainment and Libations.” ...
Carrboro, NC
Located in downtown Carrboro, the Cat’s Cradle has been the Triangle’s premier live music venue for over 40 years. With a capacity of 750 people, the Cat’s Cradle allows concert-goers a chance to see established and up-and-coming bands alike in an intimate setting. Cat’s Cradle has two adjacent venues: the Main Room, and the smaller Back Room. ...
Cleveland Heights, OH
Open since 1992, the Grog Shop is an intimate nightclub in the Coventry neighborhood of Cleveland Heights, OH, featuring live music seven days a week, 365 days a year. The independent venue hosts a variety of local, national, and international touring acts in genres ranging from indie rock, hip hop, hardcore, jam, reggae, metal, electronic to comedy. ...
Cleburne, TX
Songbird Live is “the best little listening room in Texas” and the place to see performances by professional jazz, blues, folk, Irish and singer/songwriter artists. Located in historic downtown Cleburne, TX, this intimate venue promotes world class musicians in a smoke-free setting outfitted with great sound, stage, lighting, comfortable seats, and a heck of a video setup. ...
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Springfield, MO
The Gillioz is the premiere event venue in Springfield, MO. Programming includes a blend of film, music concerts, conferences, comedy, theatre and opera. ...
Mount Kisco, NY
Located in downtown Mount Kisco, NY, Jazz On Main is a music venue inspired by the golden age of jazz. The restaurant and bar provides diverse live performances, an incomparable sound and lighting system, and a sumptuous Mediterranean menu. Jazz On Main is a place for the community to gather and celebrate the arts and music. Wednesday are open mic nights: karaoke, cabaret, poetry, play read, you name it.
Thursday Nights at Jazz on Main are full of surprises, with a band performing a set and then opening the floor for all musicians bring their instruments and jam. ...
Johnson City, NY
Goodwill Theatre Inc’s Schorr Family Firehouse Stage is an intimate performance venue located at the historic Central Fire Station & Municipal Building in Johnson City, NY, built in 1899. The Schorr Family Firehouse Stage features flexible staging, state-of-the-art lighting, and accommodates up to 150 seats. Opened in 2007, it is the first venue of the nonprofit Goodwill Theatre Performing Arts and Conference Center Complex and currently hosts a wide variety of entertainment including comedy and music plus classes and workshops. ...
Daytona Beach, FL
Tir na nOg Irish Pub is the longest standing Irish Pub and original music venue in Daytona Beach, FL. The bar has a low ceiling, bright stage lights, perfect sound, and an intimate atmosphere. Enjoy comedy on Wednesday nights and live music on the weekends. ...
Winterville, GA
The Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture (MAAC) is a historic performance venue located at the Winterville Cultural Center, a former high school, in Winterville, GA. Built in 1953, the intimate venue has great acoustics plus state-of-the-art lighting, audio, and projection capabilities. MAAC regularly serves as a performance space for several theatrical productions, musical groups, presentations, and Winterville Marigold Festival events, as well as lectures, weddings and community gatherings. Additional features include ample parking and an oversized lot ideal for outdoor events. ...
Sacramento, CA
Home to the local underground music scene, Cafe Colonial is an intimate all-ages venue located next to the Colonial Theatre in Sacramento, CA. The café serves food plus beer and wine for those over 21. ...
Hamtramck, MI
Established in Hamtramck, MI, in 1999, Small’s Bar is a neighborhood corner bar and the Detroit area’s premier independent live music venue. Occupying a former bank building circa 1923, the front room of the venue is home to an Art Deco-style bar stocked with more than 50 beers. Down the hall, Small’s hosts national and local bands and DJs several nights a week. ...
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Ithaca, NY
The Downstairs Ithaca is a draft bar, meeting hall, and venue located below The Watershed bar in downtown Ithaca, NY. The Downstairs is open to the public Thursday through Saturday 6pm-1am. Audience capacity tops out at around 40 people and is best-suited for intimate performances and presentations. ...
Golden, CO
Located in historic downtown Golden, CO, the Buffalo Rose is the premier event venue and restaurant in the Denver metro area. Built in 1922, the 650-capacity Live @ the Rose Venue features soaring ceilings, steel trusses, elegant lighting, its original brick walls and boasts a powerful audio system and a state-of-the-art video projection system. The venue is comprised of a main street-level space and a second-floor mezzanine.
Additionally, the smaller Sky Bar Stage on the restaurant side, is located on the back patio. Buffalo Rose books local, regional and touring bands outdoor April through October. In the colder months, live music is moved indoors. Soloists and duets are hosted in the restaurant lounge. ...
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Portland, OR
The Big Legrowlski is a live music venue with outdoor patio in Portland, OR. Entertainment includes live local bands, DJs, open jams, and shows every night. ...
Huntsville, AL
Located in Von Braun Center in downtown Huntsville, AL, Mars Music Hall has an open-floor plan and balcony overlooking an over-sized stage. This intimate setting offers great acoustics for a variety of events ranging from concerts to comedy acts and everything in between. Mars Music Hall is adjacent to the restaurant and rooftop bar, Rhythm on Monroe. ...
Houston, TX
White Oak Music Hall is a five-acre, three-stage indoor/outdoor live music complex located just north of downtown Houston, TX. The White Oak Upstairs is capable of supporting up to 200 attendees. White Oak Downstairs is a 1000-capacity music hall. The Lawn is an outdoor amphitheater with a capacity of over 3,000. Programmed by concert booking and promotions company Pegstar Concerts, WOMH hosts hundreds of live performance events each year from all genres, featuring both local and nationally touring artists. ...
Virginia Beach, VA
Froggie’s By The Bay is a full service, casual dining bar & grill in Virginia Beach, VA. Opened in 2011, Froggie’s is a locally owned and operated establishment featuring the finest regional and local entertainment. Froggie’s strives to provide an unparalleled listening and dining experience in a quality and intimate atmosphere. Whether it’s bluegrass, funk, Delta blues, R&B, or rock n roll, Froggie’s delivers the best live music in Tidewater. ...
Saline, MI
Founded in 2014, Stony Lake Brewing Company is a microbrewery and taproom in Saline, MI, with a casual pub setting featuring craft beers, hard ciders, wines, and select sodas. Once a month and sometimes more, Acoustic Routes Concerts brings the finest Michigan-based and touring musicians to the intimate tasting room of Stony Lake Brewing Company. Enjoy live music like the blues, Americana, bluegrass, country, Irish trad and more. ...
Seattle, WA
Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley is a fixture of the downtown Seattle live music and dining scene, family owned and operated since 1980. Every week, this premier West Coast club brings the greatest names in jazz to Seattle audiences. The intimate club atmosphere gets you close to the performers. With its tiered seating, all seats are within 50′ of the stage. ...
Denver, CO
Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom is an independent music venue in Denver, CO. Cervantes’ has two rooms that offer live music simultaneously; Cervantes’ and The Other Side. Each room operates independently of the other but they are connected physically. Cervantes’ holds 900 people and includes an intimate wraparound balcony and top-of-the-line sound system.
The Other Side holds 500 people and has equally impressive traits. ...
Worcester, MA
First opened in 1928, Worcester Palladium is a historic all-ages concert hall and one of the best, most artist-friendly venues in Massachusetts. Located in the heart of Worcester, MA, The Palladium is a general admission venue with the exception of select events, which means first come, first to the stage. The Main Room downstairs hosts larger touring bands while the upstairs room features local bands. ...
Atlanta, GA
529 Bar is an East Atlanta Village bar and entertainment venue. Enjoy regular live music and comedy on an intimate stage. ...
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Pinos Altos, NM
Located in Pinos Altos, NM, the historic Buckhorn Saloon & Opera House sits at 7000 feet. Since it first opened in the 1860’s the Buckhorn has been a gathering place for great food, music, and camaraderie. Whether it’s strangers sharing tables, standing on the front porch to watch the sunset, or basking in the warmth of the fire in the winter, locals, world travelers, and people from all walks of life feel at home in this historic bar. ...
Salt Lake City, UT
Located in the heart of downtown, Soundwell is Salt Lake City’s most intimate venue. Open since 2018, the venue offers top-notch talent and premium sound in an intimate atmosphere. Soundwell is available for private rentals, holiday parties, corporate parties, and business meetings. ...
New Orleans, LA
Oak is an upscale wine bar located on historic Oak Street in Uptown New Orleans, LA, serving drinks and small plates. Oak Wine Bar has live music every Friday and Saturday night. ...
Ardmore, PA
Ardmore Music Hall, an intimate 600 capacity venue on the Main Line in downtown Ardmore, PA, is one of the premier independent music venues in the Northeast for nationally touring acts. The venue features a state-of-the-art sound system, dance floor, balcony seating, four bars, and an intimate stage, premium downstairs seating, and a full bar with 20+ draughts and plentiful cocktail and wine options. ...
Cleveland, OH
Opened in 2015, CODA is a live music venue beneath Dante Next Door in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. The nightclub features indie, folk, blues, rock and punk, both local and national touring acts most nights of the week. CODA Clevelandis owned and operated by Chef Dante Boccuzzi. ...
Petoskey, MI
The Great Lakes Center for the Arts is a performing arts venue located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Bay Harbor. Opened in 2018, the Center presents a year-round line-up of events across all performing arts genres including music, theater, dance, comedy and more. The 525-seat theater includes box seating and features state-of-the-art acoustics and equipment including a 45′ cinema screen and Dolby theatrical surround sound. ...
Kenney, TX
Originally built in 1887, The Kenney Store in Kenney, TX, has live music almost every night of the week. Two-step, waltz, or line-dance under the neon lights. Drink a few ice cold beers, specialty wines, or signature drinks from the full bar. Devour in-home cooking for lunch or dinner. ...
Paso Robles, CA
Open since 2013, The Vina Robles Amphitheatre is one of the largest outdoor venues for arts and entertainment in San Luis Obispo County. Here, two of California’s great compositions meet, as exceptional wine and intimate live music are paired to create an unforgettable wine country experience. Featuring a style reminiscent of the California missions, guests are able to enjoy modern amenities and first class hospitality. The concert season runs from April through November and features top tier acts from around the world in all genres. Various seating options all within 150 feet from the stage, including regular, VIP and general admission lawn seating, make events accessible to anyone in the community. The Vina Robles Amphitheatre is owned and operated by Vina Robles. ...
Jackson, MI
Weatherwax Hall is a multi-use cultural center in Jackson, MI, and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra’s performing arts center and practice hall. Weatherwax Hall at the JSO is also home to the Music on Tap concert series as well as recitals and other community events. The space has a 300 person capacity or 150 person capacity with tables and chairs. ...
Atlanta, GA
Located in historic West Midtown Atlanta, GA, Terminal West at King Plow Arts Center is a 1930s-era plow factory turned private event and concert venue. Opened in 2012, the brick industrial space boasts state-of-the-art sound, lighting and video blended with original factory aesthetics including steel columns and brick walls. An upper deck area features both an indoor balcony for viewing shows and an outdoor area, where smoking is allowed, that overlooks the adjacent train tracks of the Marietta Street Artery.
Attached to the concert hall at Terminal West is Stationside, a restaurant offering a full menu of tacos, sliders, craft beer and more. The restaurant is open during all shows.
Terminal West is operated by Zero Mile Presents who also run Atlanta area venues such as Variety Playhouse, Georgia Theatre, and The Eastern. ...
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