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Best Espresso Martini in Atlanta - The James Room, Atlanta, GA

The James Room

4.6
4.6
56 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
  • Lively
Positioned on the East Side Beltline trail, The James Room is a dark and moody cocktail lounge that is meant to be a place where you can leave your stresses at the door and immerse in the energetic vibrations of our cozy and intimate space. Upon entry, an upscale coffee shop takes your gaze. During the day, the cafe intriguingly offers unique flavors such as sea salt lavender and rosemary sage, or you can opt for a classic vanilla or caramel addition to your joe if you fancy. A few paces away is an inconspicuous door disguised as a bookcase, leading to the speakeasy area equipped with a peculiar mood. The atmosphere feels intimate yet communal and invokes a sense of leisure. The fine leathers and premium seating upgrade your typical lounge visit to an elevated, exclusive treat. Once you get settled, indulge in our savory light bites and carefully hand-crafted cocktail menu...and if you're lucky, maybe even the sounds of a DJ spinning some of your favorite hits.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue 17:00–00:00 Wed, Thu 17:00–01:00 Fri 17:00–02:00 Sat 15:00–02:00 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 56 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta Metro

    Romantic

  • Atlanta

    Romantic

  • Atlanta

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The James Room offers a "great hidden gem" atmosphere with a speakeasy R&B vibe, ideal for date nights. Guests praise the "awesome ambiance," "creative drinks," and "delicious food." Despite some noise concerns, the "excellent service" and intimate setting make it a "wonderful birthday celebration" spot. A "go-to" for "grown and sexy vibes."

56 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Came on a Wednesday evening. Great lighting and ambience for a cozy date night. The hostess was polite but only offered high table top seats that were a bit uncomfortable not sure how someone can sit there for a while two hours. We asked change to a couch and they said it was ok but it usually reserved for 3 or more people. So not rhetorical most comfortable date spot for two but overall I enjoyed myself. Very cute place, superior interior designing!

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  2. Chanel

    Atlanta1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance is nice. I enjoyed the music, food, and drinks. We had a bad experience with the server bringing my friend a drink she didn't order and we were charged for an extra drink. But other than that we had a great time and I will go back

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  3. Rochelle

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great aside from the pizza that had too much garlic, too much truffle oil, and too many sun-dried tomatoes

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  4. DeMarcus VIP

    Atlanta15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A great gathering spot for a late night drink and lite bites.

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  5. Lee

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always service, and food were excellent and I would invite any and everyone to visit at least once (you will return).

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  6. David

    San Francisco9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love everything about this place!! The wings were a bit too saucy but cooked well. Great vibe!! I will return

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  7. Luc

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a cool little spot. Drinks were great and we had a great time.

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  8. desarae

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place and definitely will be going back. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a grown and sexy vibe.

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  9. James

    Atlanta5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The setting was great but the attitudes of one of the particular bartenders was terrible. She shouldnt even work with that kind of attitude. (Tall light skinned older woman). The younger guy we had was actually okay. I brought my buddy here who had actually flew in from Africa just a few days ago an ultimately,I felt the need to apologize for the poor experience. I told him thats not how all Atlanta places are like that. Anyways, will not be coming back at all. Drinks were mehh. They placed a lemon in my old fashion instead of orange.

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  10. Chris

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I’ve been to speakeasies all over the US…Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and this place should not be labeled a speakeasy. It’s loud overpriced and crowded. 20% gratuity is unbecoming for marginal service. I had to flag down the server to get another drink and they got 20% gratuity for that. I had to practically beg to be seated on the couch that was unoccupied instead of the small cramped, seating they gave me by the door with a draft and people coming by bumping my date. I’ve tried this place before and didn’t have a good experience. I gave it one more shot, but this is my absolute last 🥃.

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The James Room is rated 4.6 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
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661 Auburn Ave NE STE 280, Atlanta, GA 30312

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue 17:00–00:00 Wed, Thu 17:00–01:00 Fri 17:00–02:00 Sat 15:00–02:00 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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