A Nightmare on Highland at Amore e Amore, Poncey-Highland
Photo by Brandon Amoto.
Running through the end of October, the beloved Italian restaurant Amore e Amore will transform into its spooky seasonal incarnation, dubbed “A Nightmare on Highland. In addition to its beloved menu favorites like lamb osso bucco and cioppino, the cocktails have taken a decidedly eerie turn. They include the Ghostface, a scotch spin on the Old Fashioned, and a zero-proof Zombie Brains sangria. The main event is the adults-only Halloween night gathering, with a four-course prix fixe menu and a costume contest. Reservations are recommended.
Black Lagoon at Barrel Proof, West Midtown
Photo courtesy of Black Lagoon.
Photo courtesy of Black Lagoon.
When it comes to Halloween pop-ups, Black Lagoon is in another league, created by bar industry veterans Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage as a way to lean in to their love of all things macabre. The duo has concocted custom cocktails for the season, like the Demon Dance, a carrot cake Old Fashioned with Caribbean spices, and Blood Dawn, a blood-red creation with mezcal, absinthe, and blackberry. Held in 34 destinations nationwide, Atlanta’s iteration runs from October 13 to 31 at Barrel Proof. Enjoy eerie decor, moody lighting, and spooky soundtracks with the custom-made tiki-style drinkware available for purchase.
Hamp & Harry’s Haunted House, Marietta
Photo by Meghan Coons Castro, courtesy of Hamp & Harry’s
Photo by Meghan Coons Castro, courtesy of Hamp & Harry’s
Hamp & Harry’s on the Marietta Square will transform into a seasonal pop-up inspired by the classic spooky season experience, operating through October 31. Expect immersive “potions,” top-notch fare, and over-the-top decor like a fire-breathing dragon in both the main dining space and the upstairs bar, The High Note. The restaurant has become known for its themed experiences, including previous pop-ups inspired by world travel and classic movies. Because of the popularity of these events, reservations are highly recommended.
Haunted Underground at Underground Atlanta, Five Points
Courtesy of Underground Atlanta
Courtesy of Underground Atlanta.
Part haunted house and part themed bar, Haunted Underground returns to where Atlanta was first established for a subterranean cocktail experience on weekends throughout October. Running well into the witching hour, multiple bars offer themed cocktails, immersive decor, costumed actors, and live DJs. Tickets are $23 for entry into the underground Halloween experience.
Wicked Hideaway at AltaToro, Midtown
Photo courtesy of Alta Toro.
Photo courtesy of Alta Toro.
The lively Halloween pop-up at AltaToro is back again, running from October 1 to November 1. The dining room is transformed with jack-o’-lanterns and endless photo ops to show off your costume. The food menu features Latin-inspired tapas, paired with themed cocktails like the blue-hued Haunted Waters and the Venom Apple, a brown-sugar apple whiskey drink. Don’t miss the Friday and Saturday night fire shows. Reservations are recommended.
