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The Vortex Bar & Grill

Bar, Burger Joint, and American Restaurant$$$$

Midtown, Atlanta

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Ranked #3 for burgers in Atlanta
Has a stamp of approval from Creative Loafing Atlanta and Eater
"Try the sweet potato fries and Elvis burger!!"(11 Tips)
"double coronary for a true artery"(10 Tips)
"The Coronary Bypass is the best burger in Atlanta."(7 Tips)
"Try the hell burger with a side of 3 alarm chili its great!"(9 Tips)

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Mac DaddySeptember 19, 2012
Been here 5+ times
So many reasons to go to the Vortex... one of the best and most consistent burgers in Atlanta, awesome sweet potato fries, unique atmosphere and the Laughing Skull Lounge! My wife and I love it!
Isaac D.April 12, 2014
When I first came here years ago the service was horrible. I came here today an I have new found respect for the place. Food was good and service was excellent. Try the triple or double coronary lol.
Joey TrippOctober 15, 2012
You must get a burger from here! Choose a burger from the many offerings. Also, don't forget to get a nice glass of beer or cider to wash that juicy burger down. I recommend the plantanes as a side.
Oakland CemeteryAugust 14, 2011
Crave from the Grave: Like it spicy? The "Hell Burger" is topped w/ habanero relish, jalapenos, & pepperjack cheese. I'm sweatin' just thinking about it! Give the tots a try for your side item too.
Men's Health MagSeptember 18, 2014
ORDER: Coronary Bypass Burger. If you’re serving customers a ½ lb. sirloin burger, topped with a fried egg, 3 slices of cheese, 4 strips of bacon & mayo, you might as well name it after heart surgery.
Unique LDecember 13, 2022
The BBQ Bacon Mac N’ Cheese Burger is delicious!!! I get it every time. The loaded potato salad is good too for a side.
Paula MartinezApril 12, 2015
Definitely try some of their Draft Concoctions. My favorite is Black Velvet - Eventide Dry Irish Stout mixed with Crispin Hard Apple Cider.
Virginie LiaoDecember 2, 2012
awesome 'shroom burger and plantains side! yes, i said plantains! ..the black velvet ale was so-so, good for ppl who rly like their ale flavorly sweetened
Josh WarfieldOctober 2, 2014
Fat elvis burger was the best! also get the tots or sweet potato fries! one of my favorite burger joints hands down!
Leonardo AquinoSeptember 3, 2013
I want to live in this place! Incredible burgers and a gigantic menu of beers. I tried the Black and Blue burger and the Dragon's Milk stout beer. Both are awesome!
EaterJuly 30, 2012
It’s the kind of place you want to take out-of-town guests, if only just to shock them with the existence of the Triple Coronary Bypass burger. [Eater 38 Member]
Yvonne TsuiNovember 15, 2013
Try the Zombie Apocalypse - Open faced burger topped with pepper jack cheese, pulled pork, 2 eggs over easy, BBQ sauce in top of Texas toast. That's what you call a burger!
Kyann FSeptember 3, 2012
Been eating here since it was on W Peachtree in the 90s! The club sandwich is good but bring back the turkey sandwich. It was better than any leftover Thanksgiving turkey sandwich you ever had!
Walter SturgeonMarch 19, 2014
Alice is amazing. Try the double coronary for a true artery clogging experience or the Big Bad Voodoo Patty for one of the best tasting burgers around.
Serious EatsMay 27, 2014
You can’t go wrong with any of the burgers. Don't miss the tater tots, perhaps the best in the city.
Danielle HegedusMarch 17, 2012
Food is consistently good. I like the grilled chicken melt (w scallion cream cheese!) and sweet potato fries w a side if pepperberry sauce. oh and Kari Kari is an awesome appetizer.
MirianaAugust 12, 2013
Fun place, good food, and they had no problem with taking care of a boisterous 20+ people group including splitting checks! Also offer GF beer/cider options
KueenKris🤷🏾‍♀️ AndrewsApril 28, 2017
Why isn't there a location in Chicago?? I love that kids can't come! No crying a$$ babies, or whiny kids! Food and drinks were excellent. Love Love LOVE this place!
Creative Loafing AtlantaOctober 17, 2011
Funky atmosphere, loud music, enormous selection of bottled beers and some of the best and biggest burgers in town. Black bean soup and home-style pimento cheese are excellent, too. Read more
ChiaMarch 17, 2017
The burgers. Get the burgers. Doesn't matter which one (I'm partial to the Coronary), just get one. And beer. A very nice beer selection.
Hannah SwaffordMarch 13, 2018
The regular Votex burger was AMAZING. The potato salad I could have eaten a whole bowl of..and I'm not usually that interested in potato salad!!
Jessica FoxApril 15, 2013
If you're feeling only slightly risky, and not wanting to end up in the ER try the coronary bypass. 1/2 lb sirloin patty, 3 slices American cheese, 4 slices bacon, fried egg and regular bun. Delish!
Michael LucasAugust 15, 2011
Hungry? The Double Coronary Bypass burger will fill up even the heartiest individuals. For those willing to go Man vs. Food style, the Triple Coronary Bypass burger has been added to the menu!
GourmetLiveApril 28, 2011
We’re making a pit stop in Atlanta on our Gourmet Live & BlogHer Road Trip to find out where the best spot is for a juicy burger. Pinkie Fae of Pinkie and the Bean says Vortex is the go-to!
Jesse OglesbySeptember 4, 2015
Amazing drink menu. Vast selection of beers. Very tasty food. No matter what entree I gotta get the Tots c
Marlon BradleyOctober 8, 2011
Been here 10+ times
If you're feeling REAL hungry, try the double bypass burger or the triple bypass burger. Make sure you take somebody.with you though, both burgers will put you in a food coma...
Kelley NaveMay 12, 2013
The hot dogs are amazing and huge! Also, if you want something tasty but not quite as filling, the fried chicken salad is great.
Christopher QuesadaFebruary 27, 2015
Great place, hamburgers are amazing, great variety of beers and other liquors.
Todd WhiteAugust 21, 2014
Best and most creative burgers in ATL. Great tater tots and huge beer selection full of local craft beer.
Maria Arshad-OsmanJanuary 2, 2015
Great place to grab a late night meal....the staff was super friendly🍗🍖🍻🍹🍷🍔🍟🍝🍛
Jenny ReinkemeyerJanuary 22, 2019
So, so, so good! The loaded tater-tots are to die for.
Cyndi Cole GibbyDecember 27, 2014
Took my son to eat a double coronary burger before leaving for basic training. He ate the whole thing. That's kind of a big deal in case you don't know. It is not only huge but delicious.
aslı sabancıFebruary 20, 2014
try blue 'shroom if you're a blue cheese lover. tater tots make a great and fun side dish, absolutely recommended.
Chris PolloneJune 30, 2016
Decent, if not too messy, burgers. Great beer list. But do you really have to use a loudspeaker to call for parties to be seated? So annoying. Loud room as it is without the annoying squawk box.
Nya BookerSeptember 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The sweet potato waffle fries w/marshmallow goo were AWESOME!!!! Turkey burger was bomb too...
AtlantaMarch 12, 2013
The ethos of late-night eating is perfectly summed up in the title of one of their most formidable burgers, the Coronary Bypass.
Paula MadeiraAugust 7, 2017
The burgers are really really good, the service is good, the beer is good and the music is good. I definitely recommend it!
Tatiana ZappardinoJanuary 17, 2015
Stand up show a little too vulgar for me but cool place huge burgers and u can smoke inside which is so old fashion
Kennedy SmithJuly 11, 2016
I had the Guacamole burger and it was so awesome! Tomato bisque wasn't so fabulous but it's a burger spot, so wasn't expecting much.
Wendy McGinnisJanuary 12, 2014
Must have a coronary bypass! If you are daring go for the double coronary bypass or the triple coronary bypass!!!
Maria ArnoldDecember 31, 2014
Blue burger was huge! And if you ask for rare. .. is rare! ! Drinks were strong to loved it! !!
Donna YuenAugust 25, 2014
Awesome fried pickles, ragin' Cajun and steak house burger and of course the tator tots.
Marla MorrisApril 27, 2013
Bacon cheese burger with provolone .,, to go. Can be tricky if you're driving ;)
Richard EvansFebruary 8, 2013
Sit at the bar. Get a bacon cheeseburger with a side of tots. Add a side of beef chili. Call your doctor.
Travel ChannelAugust 10, 2011
Burgers here are to die for! On Man v Food Nation, Adam Richman tries a burger so monstrous that it's held together by 2 grilled cheese sandwiches!
Andac ArmutluluMay 13, 2017
They have a must-try burger. Though good luck finding a place in the evenings during the weekend.
Alan OliverApril 13, 2013
Love the place, just don't get the sweet tea. You can't go wrong with any burger on the menu.
Daniel HieberSeptember 17, 2014
The Voodoo burger is fantastic. The sweet potato fries come with a marshmallow dip!
Occupy My Family AtlantaApril 18, 2013
One of the best burgers you can get in Atlanta! Try it with Southern favorite pimento cheese.
A YoungMarch 11, 2014
Excellent food, funky atmosphere, straight forward menu, and always a little something for everyone.

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