2 Best Nightlife in Little Five Points and Inman Park, Atlanta

Vortex prides itself on being impolite—a look at the "rules" will show you they take no guff—but really it's a friendly bar with great burgers. Ask for the off-menu fried zucchini. Just look for the huge skull, a landmark of Little Five Points, and you've found the door. The bar-restaurant's Midtown location fronts the popular Laughing Skull Comedy Club.

Try the salt-and-vinegar popcorn or other bar staples, such as fish-and-chips, fries, and mac and cheese, all with a suggested beer pairing at the Porter Beer Bar.