TWO urban licks
Poncey-Highland, Atlanta
Restaurant in Atlanta, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
TWO urban licks is a better dinner pick than a lunch destination, especially for groups that want an easy-to-book Atlanta night out. With limited listed detail on cuisine, pricing, or chef direction, the value is practical rather than culinary-specific: go for energy, flexibility, and convenience, not for a tightly defined tasting-menu experience.
About TWO urban licks
TWO urban licks is an Atlanta venue with evening hours throughout the week and daytime hours on Saturday and Sunday. It is easiest to plan around dinner on most days, while daytime visits are limited to the weekend. The dress code is smart casual, so a polished but not formal plan is the safest expectation.
Dinner is the broader use case; daytime hours are weekend-only
The schedule is the clearest planning detail: TWO urban licks is open Monday through Thursday from 5–10 PM, Friday from 5–11 PM, Saturday from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–11 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. That makes evening hours the more consistently available option for visitors building a meal into an Atlanta itinerary.
Because specific details like cuisine category, chef, named dishes, price tier, awards, or service format are not specified, it's practical to judge this venue by its logistics rather than a specific menu promise. If those details matter to your decision, confirm them directly before booking or visiting.
Planning with Available Details
For first-timers, the key points are simple: the venue is in Atlanta, the dress code is smart casual, and the hours vary by day. Dinner is available every day of the week, while daytime hours are available only on Saturday and Sunday. Anything more specific, including menu style, pricing, reservations, accessibility, dietary accommodations, or takeout and delivery, should be checked directly with the venue.
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Quick reference: Atlanta venue; smart casual dress code; dinner hours every day; daytime hours on Saturday and Sunday.
Planning details
- Location
- 820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- twourbanlicks.com
- Phone
- +14045224622
The take
The Take
The Vibe
TWO urban licks occupies a raw, industrial slice of Atlanta — exposed steel, towering ceilings and a cavernous footprint make the room itself part of the draw. The kitchen’s visible heat and commitment to live-fire cooking feed the atmosphere, so the dining experience feels active, muscular and immediate rather than hushed or ceremonious. The restaurant plays at scale: plates arrive with char and smoke, the dining room hums, and the energy is unmistakable. It’s a theatrical, tactile place that foregrounds flame and texture more than fussy presentation or whisper-quiet service.
Best For
This is a go-to spot for loud, celebratory nights and larger gatherings where the room’s momentum adds to the fun. Groups, after-work crowds and anyone looking for a high-energy dinner or late-night outing land here comfortably; the open kitchen and live-fire focus make it especially suited to communal, convivial meals. It’s less appropriate for quiet, intimate dates or conversations that require a hushed room. Expect a lively soundtrack of conversation and kitchen activity during prime evening hours.
Ordering Tips
The menu centers on live-fire cooking, so lean into charred, smoky flavors when ordering. Start with shareable or snackable items like the Salmon Chips, then move to more substantial, flame-focused plates such as the Lamb Porterhouse. The Wagyu Tartare offers a contrast in texture, while the Red Beans and Rice serves as a hearty, comforting accompaniment. Ask servers about what’s coming off the grill and prioritize dishes that benefit from extended radiant heat or clean charring.
Venue details
Ambiance
Energetic and edgy with dramatic textures, live blues music, and a lively dining room atmosphere that captures the spirit of Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Salmon Chips
- Lamb Porterhouse
- Wagyu Tartare
- Red Beans and Rice
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Planning details
Location
820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose Azara if the group wants a more clearly stated cuisine direction, especially a Mediterranean, Asian, and Latin frame. Choose Tiny Lou's if a French, $$$ special-occasion meal is closer to the brief.
For a lower-commitment group plan, New Realm Brewing is the practical fallback. It is the safer pick when drinks and casual energy matter more than a formal restaurant decision.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Atlanta
TWO urban licks is the easier, more flexible choice if the priority is a social Atlanta dinner with less booking stress. Azara gives a clearer culinary lane with its Mediterranean, Asian, and Latin longevity-inspired positioning, so choose Azara when the food concept matters more than a broad night-out setting.
New Realm Brewing is the more casual fallback for beer-driven groups and lower-commitment plans, while Elektra and Il Premio are better cross-shops when the brief is a more restaurant-focused evening. If price clarity matters, Tiny Lou's is the clearer comparison because it is listed as French and $$$.
For value, TWO urban licks is strongest when easy booking and group suitability carry more weight than a documented award trail or named chef. For a more defined cuisine choice, compare Azara or Tiny Lou's first; for a looser Atlanta hangout, New Realm Brewing is the safer alternate.
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Compare TWO urban licks
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TWO urban licks | Atlanta | , | , | No published awards |
| Azara | Atlanta | Mediterranean / Asian / Latin (Longevity-inspired) | , | No published awards |
| New Realm Brewing | Atlanta | , | , | No published awards |
| Elektra | Atlanta | , | , | No published awards |
| Il Premio | Atlanta | , | , | No published awards |
| Tiny Lou's | Atlanta | French | $$$ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does TWO urban licks handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary accommodations are not specified. Ask the venue directly before visiting or speak with staff during the time you choose.
What are alternatives to TWO urban licks in Atlanta?
Other comparison points to consider include New Realm Brewing, Azara, Elektra, Il Premio, and Tiny Lou's. Choose based on current hours, availability, and the kind of meal you want, since specific menu and service details should be checked directly.
What should a first-timer know about TWO urban licks?
The main planning details are its Atlanta location, smart casual dress code, and schedule. Dinner runs throughout the week, while daytime hours are listed only on Saturday and Sunday.
What should I wear to TWO urban licks?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, put-together outfit is the safest choice.
Is TWO urban licks good for a special occasion?
Suitability for special occasions is not specified. If you are planning an important meal, check current hours, availability, menu details, and any seating or service preferences directly with the venue.
Are daytime or dinner hours better at TWO urban licks?
Dinner is the more consistently available option by schedule: it runs every day, while daytime hours are listed only on Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM.
