What happens when you combine hip-hop , cars, wings and liquor under one roof, atop a gas station in Downtown Atlanta?
- You get V12 Restaurant & Sports Bar, shawty .
Why it matters: Since opening in early May, this joint is becoming a must-visit spot for celebs.
Zoom in: V12 is a collaboration between Vinny and Kelan Watson, the Atlanta siblings behind the Sovereign Sweets dessert shop and cocktail bar in Buckhead.
- One of the bar's investors is Quavo, one-third of the Atlanta rap trio Migos .
Vincent Watson, Kelan Watson, Edna Marshall and Quavo cut the ribbon to open V12 Restaurant & Sports Bar on May 2, 2024 in Atlanta. Photo: Prince Williams/WireImage
The intrigue: Did we mention V12 sits atop a BP gas station at 610 Spring St. NW?
- Yep, right beside the Tim Horton drive-thru and the smoking paraphernalia shop Smoke World Co.
Context: V12 is named after an engine found in high-end cars, including Aston Martins, Lamborghinis, and many other hot rods I couldn't afford in this lifetime.
- Several menu items are named after cars.
What we ordered: I had baked chicken, a "Blackberry Bugatti" cocktail, and a hookah with mint-flavored shisha. Thomas and Kristal had the bar's signature burgers.
The verdict: My chicken, mashed potatoes and veggies were tasty, but the serving portion was kinda small. Kristal said the burger was filling, and Thomas also enjoyed his plant-based burger.
- My drink was pleasantly strong. My colleagues graciously gave me their leftover fries to keep me grounded.
I wanted more baked chicken. And I'm not a Hennessy guy, but the cocktail was good. Photo: Wil Nobles/Axios
The vibe: The employees were kind, and the 7,500 square foot club seats anywhere from 189 to 250 people. The contemporary bottle club furniture feels sleek and comfortable. If you're a celeb, you have two VIP rooms, and a patio overlooking the gas station and Midtown.
- There weren't many customers when we stopped by last Thursday. I suspect it's because people were just leaving work at that point. We were told Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest days for V12.
- Prior to 9pm, V12 played soft R&B that didn't overshadow the sounds of the WNBA game on the wide-screen TVs. After, the the crowd started to build up and rap took over.
Me trying my best to imitate the "😤" emoji. I think I pulled it off. Photo: Thomas Wheatley/Axios
Follow the money: If you're not interested in the $25 parking valet, consider transit or a ride-share service.
If you go: Expect high-end scenery paired with a cityscape view, perfect for socializing and people watching if that's your vibe.
Stop by: V12 is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm to 3am, and Sunday from 5pm to midnight.
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