Where to Eat, Drink and Play in Atlanta This Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend in Atlanta is a magnet for more than half a million visitors thanks to marquee events like Dragon Con and the Aflac College Football Kickoff Game. Between the cosplayers filling downtown and the sea of college football fans, the city is buzzing with energy—and hungry for great food, nightlife and entertainment.
Here are our picks for memorable meals, delicious drinks and good times around Atlanta this Labor Day weekend:
Johnny’s Hideaway – Atlanta’s Nightclub for Big Kids
A Buckhead institution since 1979, Johnny’s Hideaway is part nightclub, part time machine. The dance floor and retro décor celebrate music from the ’50s to today, making it a one-of-a-kind late-night destination for visitors looking to keep the party going.
Mary Mac’s Tea Room – Atlanta’s Dining Room for classic Southern cuisine
Since 1945, Mary Mac’s has been serving up made-from-scratch Southern classics in Midtown. Guests can enjoy fried chicken, pot likker with cornbread and a bowl of Georgia peach cobbler while soaking in the warm hospitality that has made it a favorite of presidents, celebrities and generations of locals.
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails – A Seed to Fork Experience
On Monday, Sept. 1, diners can indulge in half-priced filet mignon, available from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Ocean & Acre – Where the Land Meets the Sea
Ocean & Acre is serving up a Louisiana Seafood Boil featuring shrimp, snow crab, andouille sausage, corn, and fingerling potatoes for $38. Guests can also enjoy $2 oysters from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Your 3rd Spot – Games, Connection and Culinary Fun
Located at The Works on Atlanta’s Upper Westside, Your 3rd Spot is a massive entertainment and dining venue where guests can connect over table games, arcade classics, bowling and creative shareable dishes and drinks. It’s perfect for groups or for anyone looking for a playful break from the weekend’s big events. To welcome even more guests over Labor Day weekend, Your 3rd Spot is extending its hours over and will be open on Sunday, Aug. 31 from 1 p.m.-12 a.m. and Monday, Sept. 11 from 12-10 p.m.
Editor’s note: This article was posted on August 21, 2025. Please be aware that pricing, hours of operation, availability of specials and menu items may change over time. For the most up-to-date information, please refer directly to the restaurants mentioned above.