Read the Room — Vinyl Record Bar & Cocktail Lounge on the BeltLine in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta
Welcome to Read the Room, an intimate hi-fi vinyl listening bar and cocktail lounge located at 691 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 in Atlanta, Georgia. Situated along the Eastside Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine, Read the Room pairs analog sound, curated record crates, song-named craft cocktails, bites, and coffee in a warm, low-lit space built for music lovers.
Analog Sound & The Vinyl Experience
At Read the Room, the needle drops and the drinks pour slow. Our listening room features a high-fidelity analog sound system spinning records all night long, spanning classic soul, funk, jazz, rare groove, disco, rhythm & blues, and golden era hip-hop. Whether you are settling into a booth for a full album side or browsing our physical bins, every evening is tuned to the room.
The Crate & 3D Virtual Tour
Explore our collection online through The Crate, a digital record-flipping experience where you can browse vinyl pressings, condition ratings, and featured titles before your visit. You can also take our interactive 3D virtual tour to preview our bar seating, listening booths, and analog DJ booth.
Cocktails, Bites & Daytime Coffee
Our bar program celebrates classic records with handcrafted cocktails named after timeless songs and legendary artists. We also serve natural wines, local craft beers, zero-proof mocktails, light bites, and daytime coffee for those looking to work or unwind with a soundtrack.
Hours & Location
Visit us in Old Fourth Ward at 691 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312. Our opening hours are:
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Friday & Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 AM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Phone: (470) 345-4550
