Saw Chase Shakur here and had a great time! The Atlantis is a solid venue with lots of space, clean bathrooms, and drinks were easy to grab. Even if you arrive a bit late, there are still plenty of good spots with a clear view of the stage.
It was also super easy to grab an Uber afterward since the street isn’t too busy. Would definitely come back for another show!
The Atlantis is tied, in my estimation, with the Black Cat as the best music venue in the city. An intimate space that pulls big acts, there are almost no bad places to stand, as you’re always under 20 - 30 ft away from the act, and usually much closer. There is one pillar on the first floor that could conceivably block views, which was included as a nod to the original 9:30 Club, I think, but it’s not that hard to avoid.
We’ve seen Billy Idol, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Alice Merton, and Miya Folick here, among others, and will keep coming back. There’s rarely a wait at the bar, and the beer selection is good at average venue prices. Unlike the Anthem, though, there are plenty of reasonably priced bars nearby where you can get cheaper drinks before the show.
The sound quality and volume are good, far less deafening than other venues in the city. The bathrooms are clean and easily accessible. I love this place, and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to see either their favorite band or a new up and comer.