"If you’re looking for one business to capture the essence of Virginia-Highland, this 100-year-old-plus operation makes the short list. Thanks to muted lighting, slightly elevated booths, and just the right amount of tomfoolery, Atkins Park is where locals come for a good time every time. But where the tavern stands out from other pubs is with its plates. The duck fat-fried hot wings and chicken- and salsa-topped nachos are top-shelf bar bites we could eat all day or night." - nina reeder, demarco williams, juli horsford