What it is
Underground Atlanta describes itself as the city’s historic cultural hub, bringing people together through art, entertainment and community. Its roots go back to 1837, when the Western & Atlantic Railroad marked its southern end here and the surrounding blocks grew into a trade center. In 1928–1929 concrete viaducts raised street level by one to two stories, leaving the original brick facades, stone arches and cobblestones below. The district reopened as an entertainment area in 1969 and again as a festival marketplace in 1989. Today it is owned by Lalani Ventures, and the site’s own history page says it draws more than a million visitors a year.
What is down there
- The Masquerade has four indoor venues, Heaven, Hell, Purgatory and Altar, with capacities from 300 to 1,500.
- MJQ Concourse hosts Locals Only Night every Wednesday.
- Dolo’s Pizza serves New York-style pizza with Caribbean flavors on Lower Alabama.
- Daiquiriville offers frozen daiquiris and Colombian tapas in Kenny’s Alley, with karaoke Thursdays and live DJs Thursday through Sunday.
- Utopia Restaurant & Lounge serves from brunch to late night and has outdoor seating with downtown views.
- Lunchbox is an electronic dance music club, and Underground Diner at 68 Pryor St SW is open seven days a week.
Programming changes often, so check the events calendar or the Underground Atlanta website.
Contact
Business details
Address
50 Upper Alabama St
Atlanta, GA 30303
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