The Root Basement Bar Athens

The Root Basement Bar Athens Neighborhood bar below The Pine Bar in Five Points. Refreshing seasonal cocktails, variety of craft beer, limited release and premium whiskey choices.

Neighborhood basement bar below The Pine. Along with an extensive craft beer selection, we offer an assortment of seasonal cocktails and an impressive whiskey selection. Our small plate menu, provided by The Pine, has dishes perfect for sharing.

Just got a feeling an epic Saturday is staring us right in the face!! 🍻 Opening early at 3:00 for pre-game Diamond Dogs🍹...
05/30/2026

Just got a feeling an epic Saturday is staring us right in the face!!

🍻 Opening early at 3:00 for pre-game Diamond Dogs

🍹 Happy Hour ’til 6:00

🪩 Retro Silent Disco kicks off at 9:00

• Power Hour of 80’s jams
• Request line is open
• Plenty of dance moves guaranteed

See y’all tonight!!

Whiskey Wednesday = B.A.C. 🥃Our Bottle At Cost today is a little something special for the Scotch crowd…DEWAR’S 25 YEAR ...
05/13/2026

Whiskey Wednesday = B.A.C. 🥃
Our Bottle At Cost today is a little something special for the Scotch crowd…

DEWAR’S 25 YEAR OLD BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY

Aged for over two decades and finished using Dewar’s signature double-ageing process, this ultra-smooth Scotch delivers layered notes of honey, dark chocolate, citrus and soft spice with an incredibly refined finish. Elegant, rich and built for savoring.

A rare pour at a not-so-rare price…
Today Only — $8.15 a pour

Happy Wednesday, Athens 🤘🏻

Hey Grads … One More Silent Disco 🪩🎧Let’s have a night Athens!! Silent Disco kicks off at 10:00 and it’s FREE to play, ...
05/09/2026

Hey Grads … One More Silent Disco 🪩🎧

Let’s have a night Athens!! Silent Disco kicks off at 10:00 and it’s FREE to play, so grab the crew and come dance with us all night long.

We’re pouring drinks, spinning bangers and keeping graduation weekend rolling 🤘🏻

05/08/2026

After Graduation we ROCK 🤘🏻🎸

Free Show Tonight from 9–12 … Come celebrate with us!!! 🎓🍻

Need a pit stop before heading to the stadium?!?!! We open at 4 and are slinging Happy Hour ‘til 6:00 🍹

Pre-Game • Post-Game • All Night Party

Let’s send these grads off right 🎉

Ready for a good time? Trivia Night TONIGHT at The Root Basement Bar — 7:30 PM, free to play, big prizes. See you there!...
04/28/2026

Ready for a good time? Trivia Night TONIGHT at The Root Basement Bar — 7:30 PM, free to play, big prizes. See you there!

Your fav throwbacks, no speakers required 🎶 Catch us at The Root Basement Bar tonight for a special silent disco! April ...
04/25/2026

Your fav throwbacks, no speakers required 🎶 Catch us at The Root Basement Bar tonight for a special silent disco! April 25th, starts at 9PM, come request your song!! 🕺

Tonight 🤘🏻 we’re turning it up!!! Altwave hits the stage at 8:30 bringing all your favorite 80’s jams. No cover — just c...
04/24/2026

Tonight 🤘🏻 we’re turning it up!!! Altwave hits the stage at 8:30 bringing all your favorite 80’s jams. No cover — just come hang, grab a drink (or two), and vibe with us!!

Doors open at 4 • Happy Hour ‘til 6 🍻

Tomorrow night → Retro Silent Disco kicks off at 9:00 🪩🎧

Let’s make it a weekend 🎉🕺

Bingo kicks off at 9:30! 🍻$4 $8 Chica Chida Espresso Martinis$3 | $15 bucketsCome for the drinks, prizes, merch, and g...
04/23/2026

Bingo kicks off at 9:30! 🍻
$4
$8 Chica Chida Espresso Martinis
$3 | $15 buckets

Come for the drinks, prizes, merch, and gift cards! 🎉

Whiskey Wednesday B.A.C. (Bottle at Cost) 🥃Today’s feature: I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask ReserveThis Kentucky straight bour...
04/22/2026

Whiskey Wednesday B.A.C. (Bottle at Cost) 🥃

Today’s feature: I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve

This Kentucky straight bourbon is aged 4 years, then finished in California Cabernet Sauvignon casks and bottled at 90 proof. Expect toasted vanilla, dark fruit, and oak with a smooth, slightly sweet finish.

Today only — $4.95 a pour

Trivia is closed to the public today for a private event. We’ll be back next week—see you then!
04/21/2026

Trivia is closed to the public today for a private event. We’ll be back next week—see you then!

Address

1235 S Milledge, Avenue
Athens, GA
30605

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 12am
Tuesday 4pm - 12am
Wednesday 4pm - 12am
Thursday 4pm - 12am
Friday 4pm - 1am
Saturday 4pm - 1am
Sunday 4pm - 12am

Telephone

+17062080059

Website

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