THE VORTEX MIDTOWN
878 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
(Between 7th and 8th Streets)
ORDER YOUR TAKE-OUT ONLINE
Take-out orders can now be placed online with The Vortex-Midtown. Just click HERE to redirect to our convenient online ordering website. NOTE: This website will not function if we are currently closed or have temporarily suspended take-out orders.
LATEST COVID-19 INFORMATION
● UPDATED AS OF 12/23/2020 – FOR THE VORTEX-MIDTOWN
Below you will find the latest information regarding the operation of The Vortex-Midtown during the COVID-19 epidemic. All operational procedures are subject to change, so always check back here because the information on this page will be kept up-to-date. Thank you for your continued understanding and support during these difficult times.
LIMITED HOURS OF OPERATION
Throughout the COVID-19 epidemic our operating hours may be limited or altered from time to time. The current hours for The Vortex-Midtown are listed directly below.
● SUNDAY through THURSDAY
– OPEN for business @ 12:00 PM
– LAST CALL for food & booze @ 10:30 PM
– CLOSED, everyone kicked out @ 11:00 PM
● FRIDAY and SATURDAY
– OPEN for business @ 12:00 PM
– LAST CALL for food & booze @ 12:00 AM
– CLOSED, everyone kicked out @ 12:30 AM
CUSTOMER COOPERATION
OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES
● Self-Quarantine
Of course, we continue to be concerned about the most vulnerable to infection, and suggest that those folks remain in self-quarantine. Also, if you have been exposed to someone who has tested positive, or are showing any symptoms yourself, we ask that you do not visit The Vortex-Midtown at this time.
● Social Distancing & Limited Capacity
Patrons are required to maintain proper social distancing (6’) while waiting for entry, and at all other times while on The Vortex-Midtown property.
● Face Masks
The governor’s office has suggested, but has not mandated, that Georgia citizens utilize face masks at their discretion. When visiting The Vortex-Midtown we shall leave that decision up to each individual patron.
● Limit Your Group Size
At The Vortex-Midtown, we will be limiting party size to six (6) persons or less.
● Limit Your Visit Time
In an attempt to work with the reduced capacity requirements, we request that customers limit their time within The Vortex-Midtown to approximately one hour.
● Liability Notice
WARNING: Under Georgia law, there is no liability for an injury or death of an individual entering these premises if such injury or death results from the inherent risks of contracting COVID-19. You are assuming this risk by entering these premises. O.C.G.A. 51-16-3
FULL MENU OFFERED
We are currently offering our entire FOOD MENU, which you can preview HERE.
● Product Availability
While we have always taken a great pride in having all menu items available to our customers, please understand that disruptions in the supply chain may impact what we are able to provide at any given time. Staff will notify you if an item is temporarily unavailable, or if we have substituted a specific menu item for something comparable. This extends to our alcoholic beverage offerings as well.
TAKE-OUT ORDERS
● Order Online
● Order in Person
● Order by Telephone
● Pick Up & Delivery
● Packaging Fee
A 5% packaging fee is added to all take-out orders.
● Suspension of Take-Out Orders
Historically, The Vortex has NOT been known as a “take-out” restaurant. In an attempt to meet the needs of our patrons throughout the COVID-19 epidemic, we have tried to become more accommodating with regard to offering food to-go. But, we can still only offer take-out service when it’s actually feasible, so this option may be suspended at times. Sorry for any inconvenience. We’re doing our best folks.
ADULTS ONLY
The Vortex-Midtown is a bar designed for adults, so access is always restricted to persons 21-and-over. Proper identification is required. No ID = No admission.
SMOKE-FREE INSIDE
The Vortex-Midtown does not allow smoking or vaping of any kind inside of our premises. However, we do continue to offer the option to smoke cigarettes and e-cigarettes on the sidewalk patio dining area in front of the building. The smoking of stinky stuff like cigars, pipes, clove cigarettes, hookahs or anything deemed illegal by the oligarchy, will not be allowed anywhere on our property.
PARKING OPTIONS
The Vortex-Midtown does not own, lease or maintain any parking facility for this location, but there are ample “Pay-to-Park” style parking lots and decks available throughout the neighborhood. There is also metered and non-metered parking on the streets.
● Parking Notice
Parking meters do not generally operate on Sunday or holidays, so street parking is free on those days. Wherever you park, please read and obey all posted signage to avoid being ticketed, booted or towed. And always secure your valuables. You’re in the big city, kids.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
MARTA operates Atlanta’s public transportation system. The Vortex-Midtown is easily accessible by commuter rail via the Midtown Transit Station, located at 41 Tenth Street on the North/South line. This train station is 0.3 miles (2.5 blocks) away from our Midtown location, for an approximate walking time of 7 minutes. Bus service is also available throughout the city.
● Ride Sharing Services
Uber and Lyft offer effective transportation to anywhere you’d like to go. We also suggest using taxi service, as another alternative to driving yourself and parking your car. There are also multiple short distance rental services available that utilize mopeds, scooters, bicycles and various other contraptions. They litter the sidewalks everywhere. You can’t miss ‘em.
SEATING POLICIES
All seating at The Vortex-Midtown is first-come, first-served. We do not take reservations or offer phone-ahead seating. While this is the larger of the two Vortex locations, the seating of large parties can still be very challenging when we’re busy, particularly during the COVID-19 restrictions. All parties must be complete before seating during any peak business period. Open-air, sidewalk patio dining may also be available, weather permitting.
SENDING QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS
If you have a question about either Vortex location, please review this website BEFORE attempting to contact us directly. Everything you could possibly need to know is on here somewhere. Really. It’s a very thorough website.
● Send Us An Email
If you want to contact the owners directly, please choose from the following two options:
1) CLICK HERE to report an issue with our FOOD or SERVICE.
2) CLICK HERE to submit a general COMMENT or INQUIRY.
TELEPHONE
Our staff is often very busy, especially during peak business periods. But if you feel that you absolutely must call us, this is the telephone number for The Vortex-Midtown: 404-875-1667
● Recording Notice
All telephone calls to The Vortex-Midtown may be recorded for quality-control and other purposes.
SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
COMEDY CLUB
Behind the men’s restroom of The Vortex-Midtown you will find the Laughing Skull Lounge comedy club. PLEASE NOTE: This venue is independently operated, so The Vortex will NOT be able to assist with inquiries of any kind, including COVID-19 restrictions, or future opening or operating policies. Please CLICK HERE to visit their website to get information directly from their management team.