Fat Cat

I had a wonderful time at this location. The staff were very superb with great customer service. The food was very delicious I had a vegan bean with salad. They have a homemade citrus vinaigrette that I tried for the first time and I absolutely love. Along with a mocktail that was very delicious. I also love the vintage decor of this restaurant. Please if you live in the neighborhood or ever though about checking this restaurant out please do you will be very please

Server was amazing! Personable, friendly and recommended good choices. Espresso frappe is practically like an espresso martini and the best one I’ve had! Little bit of cream to lighten the acidity… delicious!!! Pot pie was GINORMOUS and VERY good!!!

Who doesn't like Fat Cat ? The burgers are very tasty and delicious The cocktails are phenomenal The atmosphere? Beautiful! Couldn't be happier with my pick of resturant anf bar.

We went at night and it was such a vibe! low dim, music was so good and the food was delicious! their mac and cheese bites are so yummy and their messy burger is so good! i had the fried chicken sandwich which i’d say they need to work on a little more, it was kinda dry and tasteless BUT their buffalo wings and mac and cheese bites were so good so i’ll give them that! drinks were so good and we had a great time! will be back again thank you!!! (they have a atm) and there’s free parking near as well. pool table!!

I had such a great experience here! The music set the perfect mood—fun and relaxing without being too loud. The staff was super friendly and attentive, making me feel welcome from the moment I walked in. The service was excellent, and the overall vibe of the place is just really nice—perfect for hanging out and enjoying a good meal. Definitely a spot I’d recommend and come to.

Drove in for vacation from Canada, wanted to go out. Stopped in on Saturday, asked the red-bearded server what kind of liquor goes into the old fashioned. Judging by the response I got, I made a mistake in asking. Sorry ginger man for wondering if there’s whiskey or bourbon in your old fashioned. Hopefully your coke comedown wasn’t too rough the next morning. Chew some gum. See you never. Drinks were fine. Vibes were good. Might see you again actually.

We very much enjoyed the service drinks and food. Apps we tried were Brussels sprouts broccoli (basic but garlicky good), fries. Entrees hamburgers and crispy chicken. All were very good. Apps were not hot and that was the only complaint t. Drinks were fun and we all liked our choices except pear vodka drink was too sweet.

I don't usually post bad reviews but I feel compelled to "out" this place. It's so overwhelmingly mediocre and overpriced to boot, and the room has all the charm of a food court in an airport. All the little annoyances are in play here: No menus, only QR codes, officious bar staff, surcharge added to the check for "blah blah blah"... If not for the proximity to the Green Mill and the Riv I can't imagine this place would be in business. Definitely going to do my research and find a better option in the neighborhood next time. I would never return.

Great bar with great service, great cocktails, great vibes. Definitely making this a frequently visited spot when we're in town.

I came here for brunch and had the roasted poblano and sweet potato hash. The eggs were perfectly cooked. Wish there was more texture to the dish because the amount of sweet potatoes was quite a lot. I wish there were some more peppers mixed in there. The dish was good nonetheless and is something different from your ordinary brunch items. The bartender was great and the seating was nice and open.

What a fun cocktail spot for a night out with friends! Very friendly for larger sized parties it never got too loud and we were able to enjoy delish espresso martinis with a Brussels sprout pretzel combo on the side. Very friendly staff who worked a very busy room like real pros. For sure will be back again for another great night out

Atmosphere very nice inside and out. Staff very hospitable, explained the specials and were very detailed. The food was ok. My cod could have been seasoned a little more but good. Mac bites were very delicious but the wings were a little overdone. Will try it again though

Espresso frappe was delicious. Shared reuben balls and poutine. Reuben balls were small, but tasty. Service was great on a busy pre-concert night. Very loud.

Visited Fat Cat before a concert at the Riviera. We were sad to know that all specials are void on concert nights but were still impressed with most everything we got! Starters included the poutine which was a highlight of the visit! Be aware that the gravy is slightly unconventional but nonetheless, delicious. The pretzel sticks were good but over priced for only getting three. Our mains were splitting the crispy mac and cheese bites and the hot mess burger. The burger tasted like a fresh take on a big mac. The mac and cheese bites were handmade and tasted it! They were a must order again! Our cocktails were the hot bourbon cider which was perfect for a cold winter night. I was very excited for their take on a sparkling pear martini but was confused by the pink color and no ingredients should be pink. Staff were nice but one could tell the service wait increased as it got more crowded. Overall we enjoyed the visit as there isn't much by these theaters and would come back!

Just left Fat Cat, and I'm severely disappointed in the service I received. I used to frequent this restaurant all summer until I found one of the server bartenders to be problematic/rude. He has an English accent and talks to customers in a very demeaning way. Today I decided to give the restaurant another chance. My friend and I went for drinks and food. Once we got to the bar top the bartender decided to say "I haven't seen you in a long time. Since the last ruckus that you caused!" Then walked away. My friend and I instantly felt uncomfortable from that comment. The bartender came back took drink order. He came back with drinks and more comments that were rude. We no longer wanted food or anymore drinks after this. We then decided to close out. He then decides to say " Thanks for being on your best behavior it this time!" So my friend left a zero on the tip. I never made a scene any time I have been in the bar. As me and my friend are walking to the car, we notice the bartender is following us to the car. We got in car locked doors. He then said "Yall have been horrible customers since you moved from Atlanta! Don't come back!" This is the worst service I have ever had in my life. It almost felt dangerous. Like why follow us to the car. I reported events to the manager on duty. The food is always good here. The drinks are always good as well. Beware of this gentlemen if you want to come to this restaurant. I have especially noticed he is irritable with African-Americans. I hope something is done. Thanks for reading.

I've passed this place a million times and always wanted to stop in. I finally had the opportunity to do just that recently! I left a show at the Riv - which ew, wait for my review for that one... - and Green Mill had a cover. Where to? Let's head north and hit Fat Cat! To be honest, I thought this place would be way more vibey than it was. It kind of just felt like a sports bar. But the bartenders were friendly and attentive and the drink options were a-plenty. I was super intrigued to find they have thc-seltzers and may have had half of one... :) Worth checking out if you're in the area! I may just go back and try food sometime.

Brussels sprout is a bit too bitter for me. The Brussels are not crispy on the bottom. Bacon is too dry for me but others liked it Chicken sandwich: typical chicken sandwich. Nothing right or wrong Pretzel: I don't care about it but others liked it Chicken pie: love the crispy and airy top. Inside is pretty good as well. Price is reasonable. Environment's cute and cosy. Good for a quick bite

We stopped in here after a visiting the drag show at Baton Lounge. We noticed the outside and inside were pretty packed so we wanted to join the fun. The atmosphere was nice. Good music and dark lit inside. We ordered a few traditional drinks (vodka/soda) and appetizers. Our waitress was very nice and quick to serve. I wouldn't recommend the poutine fries unless you reallllyyyy like gravy. The fries were drenched in gravy/melted cheese and a little too soggy for my liking. The Carolina and Buffalo wings however were very good!

This bar is close to our home and convenient. The atmosphere is nice and friendly, the music is good abd the bartender/server, Allie, is sweet and friendly and super efficient. We love their fried pickles as appetizers, their soups of the day are delicious and also their chicken chopped salad.

Great music and food, drinks were meh. I had the watermelon sangria and my partner had the spicy Bloody Mary. Both were water down. Service was great. We stopped here before a concert at the Riviera & the food hit the spot. I had the beet salad. He had the fish basket. We had bacon sprouts for appetizer (it was sweet in taste). There is a pool table and great ambiance. Lots of nice bars in walking distance.

Went before a show and wow they were crazy busy. Had about three or four different people talk to us, but we finally ended up with Ally. She checked in apologized for the long wait on food but kept the drinks coming! The Riveras were amazing! She was so sweet and we'll be back next time we're in the hood for a show!

A local staple! Fat Cat is the go-to neighborhood location for daily-ish happy hour specials, brunch, pre-concert drinks, dates, birthday parties, etc. Seasonal cocktails $7 Wednesday old fashions $7 Thursday martinis Burger night Brunch Try the Mac and cheese!! This is the Uptown version of Cheers! Plus, cushy patio furniture and heat lamps. Go! Make it your new neighborhood fave!

Friendly staff! Reuben balls were a good app and leek mushroom soup was delicious. The pot pie was huge and could feed a family and really yummy. Burger and fries good. Hot Cider and bourbon was great for a fall drink!

The waiter was extremely rude. He kept rushing us and rolling his eyes. We tipped generously and he opened the book and rolled his eyes and scoffed. Overall, not a great experience.

I have eaten here a few times, and it has been a good time! The food is nothing to rave about, but it is an excellent place to grab a bite and a drink. We ordered the Wings and the Straight Up Burger, with a cocktail and a beer. It is a bit pricey for the quality of the food, but nothing too bad. The service was quick, everyone was super nice, and we had a good time. They have a billiards as well, which we played after our dinner. If you're looking for a nice place with a good environment, I'd recommend this. Walking distance from a few very nice bars as well, a good place to start the night.

We had dinner at the Fat Cat this evening. This seems more like a bar with food than a restaurant. We wanted to have a quick bite before heading over to the Green Mill. Service was excellent. Our server constantly checked in with us on drinks and food. He was super efficient. Food wise... I had checked out the menu ahead of time and was not too taken with many items. I ultimately had the brown rice bowl with chicken; what I got did not match up with the picture on the menu. I was quite disappointed--the peanut sauce was overpowering. My spouse got the blackened salmon and it seemed a bit better in meeting expectations. I'd probably only come back with friends if they wanted. The Black Cat is not a place I would go because I wanted to.

Fat Cat is a great place to come for drinks before a concert at Aragon or Riviera since it's just a stone throw away from both. Both times I've been on concert nights, and equally busy each visit. The space itself is large and open, with a big bar in the center of the space with booths and tables around the perimeter. Our servers have always been friendly, but it's clear they are busy and feeling a bit overwhelmed. I can definitely sympathize with as a former server at a busy college restaurant. Despite that, they've been friendly and helpful. The drinks are good, but the food is where it's lacking just a bit. It's your standard bar fare where everything tastes pretty good but nothing was super mind blowing. The pretzel is definitely my favorite menu item! It's served with a dipping cheese and Dijon mustard. The Mac and cheese bites are also good and have a nice crunch, but lacks flavor. Same goes for the plant based nuggets and Brussel sprouts. The location is definitely what keeps me coming back. Next time I'll probably just skip the food and stick to some pre-show drinks!

The food was solid and the service was up to par. I got the Blackened Salmon with crispy rice and it was honestly really good. This was the perfect spot to go to before my concert. It hit the spot and they were quick to bring out our food. It wasn't too crowded either. The ambiance wasn't anything special, it was just you're average bar but definitely not a bad thing. I would definitely come back if I'm in the area.

Soooo what can I say? I'm not sure how my stomach and tastebuds feel about this place. Definitely first time going after telling myself I would for years. Walked in and immediately was greeted and seated. They wasted not a millisecond. Ya feel meh? I scanned the menu (literally to get the menu but always quickly looked) to see if there were many vegan and vegetarian options. Vegetarians? Yeah y'all. You all have many options. Vegans? Not so much unless you wanna eat LTO (lettuce, Tomato and onion), charred cauliflower, beyond burger or their house made bean burger. I went with their house made bean burger because everyone and their momma has had a beyond burger and there's only so much you can do with it. My friend ordered a mocktail (whoo whoot to all the non alcoholics!) and poutine. Bean burger - huge asl but a smidge dry. Definitely get the spicy Mayo and maybe some mustard. Like any other vegan patty, it falls apart so quickly. Poutine- amazing (per my friend). Fulfilling and definitely great amount of gravy. Hi Cat mocktail - definitely your version of a mojito and they're not stingy with the mint. This was the first time you could taste the mint in a beverage. Maybe because there was no liquor. Service? Our waiter was quick and attentive. Granted it wasn't packed but dude handled 7 tables all spread out throughout the restaurant and the establishment is massive. His name was Walter and he did great. (I hope you read this Walter!) I'd go back and possibly try the wings and their Mac n cheese bites. The only reason why I gave 4/5 stars was due to the semi dry bean burger. I just want a little more condiment effort for the vegan options.

Came here last Friday with friends before The Revivalist concert at the Aragon. I used to live in the neighborhood and this was our go to place. It was beyond packed and while we put in our names for a table we were there for an hour and never were called. But it was so busy that it was understandable. We hung out at the very crowded bar and James took care of us. He did a great job among a lot of the other servers. But he went out of his way to make sure we were able to get our drinks and actually to split a burger with my friend. We tipped him generously and as a former bartender really appreciated how quickly the entire serving and bartender team worked to handle the large crowd. They have fabulous specials during the week. And it's always a great crowd when it's the local neighborhood people hanging out. They make an amazing Sazerac and the food is always on point. Highly recommend.

I've had dine in and talk orders. The dine in experience was really fun and I liked our server. We got a couple apps and burgers. The wings were good. When we got takeout I've tried some salads and the lobster Mac. The good is good but not great. The service has been got everyone I've gone. My only complaint is I think it is a bit overpriced for what it is but they send great coupon deals if you get their emails (they are usually limited time) the vibe of the place is pretty cool if you like a dark barish setting which I do!

I tried the salmon dish, it came with asparagus and potatoes. It was very flavorful, the asparagus was perfect (not hard), the potatoes were good, and the sauce was the perfect compliment. The place was crowded, we decided to order to go. The staff were extremely nice. I would definitely recommend.

Come here every time I have a concert at Aragon & have never been disappointed. From sitting at the bar to a booth, always great food and drinks. The ambiance is dim and has a good balance of bar and restaurant. The service has never done me wrong either. Food always hits the spot. Will continue to frequent before concerts

Great food but even better service. The wait staff was SO attentive without hovering, and the managers (owners) walked by as well.

I ordered from Ubereats and everything was perfect. They were so quick to make the order, the food arrived piping hot and delicious, and they included a cute little note on the bag! Standouts were the Hot Mess burger and the brussels sprouts, but I'll definitely be reordering all of it!!

The drinks and food were dank! We drank the Hi-Hat and Old Fashioned cocktails with a couple Maplewood beers. The Reuben balls and poutine were sooo good. EXCELLENT service and lots of outdoor seating. Can't believe I didn't find Fat Cat before this when going to Aragon and Riviera shows. Nice ambience.

Service was fast and pleasant. Mary Gras vibe, plenty of space, nice beer list. A little on the pricey side for beverages for what they are, but not outrageous. Tried a couple things: the "famous" Reuben balls served with 999 island sauce, the warm pretzel with Gouda and ground mustard sauces, and the fries (basically ordered as a vehicle to try the house made spicy vinegar). That vinegar could inspire you to adopt a puppy or get bangs... life-altering, in potentially unexpected ways. Everything was on the positive side of good but in a town with so many insanely good restaurants, I feel like they have room for improvement but it was in no way a disappointment.

Came for restaurant week 2021 and sat outside. We were hoping to be on the side with heaters but even though we had a reservation, the hostess didn't seem to be expecting us and sat us on the cold side. Oh well, it was still a huge and very well spaced out patio. Just an FYI that they can only heat one of the sides. Our server was Amanda and she was wonderful! Checked on us constantly, gave good recommendations, and was just generally upbeat and fun. For food, the two of us had the Reuben balls and fried pickles - fried pickles were SO GOOD. Beet salad and lemony lentil soup. Chicken pot pie and southern fried chicken sandwich - chicken sammie was great, pot pie was a little under seasoned but the pastry crust was soo good. And a salted caramel brownie and caramelized pineapple upside down cake for dessert! The desserts were both AWESOME; my bf was digging through the brownie and ice cream to make sure he didn't miss any bacon bits. The star of this place is definitely the cocktails - between us two we had the old fashioned, the cold fashioned, the Hi-Hat, the Uptown Royale, and then our server brought us free mini lavender lattes to make up for slow kitchen service! I wanted to bring home a gallon of the Hi-Hat - it was like a mojito but with vodka and grapes. All in all I would absolutely make the trek to uptown again for these drinks and to try even more of the menu!

Nice casual place for social gathering over food and drinks with indoor and more importantly outdoor seating Food: Wings (Buffalo, BBQ, BBQ Buffalo) - 5/5 - excellent to snack on while having drinks Fries - 5/5 - rustic cuts, love them! Drinks: Decent prices ... taste like a good time Ambience: Spacious indoor-outdoor seating. Nice vibe that is welcoming to all Service: Very friendly and efficient

Good service, especially on a busy show night. We were a group of 4 and had to wait for a table, but we're able to grab some drinks at the bar. The old fashioned is simple but potent, and my friends enjoyed the watermelon sangria, margaritas, and ciders. Our waiter was attentive and friendly under pressure, and got us in and out fairly quickly. The group enjoyed the wings, burgers, and I had a pork belly sandwich, with a side salad. The sandwich was good but not great, and the dressing was lemony and delicious. Would definitely come back.

Fat Cat did not disappoint! We stopped by because it was close to our Airbnb and we wanted a few appetizers and drinks, and we were seated right away. They also have a big outdoor seating area which is great in the nice weather. We ordered the friend pickles (7/10) the mac and cheese bites (8/10) and the pretzels (6/10 - a little too oily). The female bartender is so friendly and chatted with us as we sat at the bar, consistently checking in to make sure our drinks and food were good. We went back a second night and my only complaint was the server a glass of rose (with bubbles, which I didn't realize it has bc the menu didn't say) in a martini style glass and made it hard to drink from.

What a wonderful experience! My husband and I stopped in early for a bit to eat and a couple drinks before a show nearby. The staff was very attentive, but not over bearing. Everyone we spoke with were super courteous. We got the poutine as an app, best we've ever had! The chicken sandwich and brown rice bow were our entrees, and they were both so freaking good! The drinks were just perfect too. Sad we couldn't stay longer and live so far away. We would definitely frequent all the time! Would recommend to anyone wanting a chill experience, fire drinks, and food you can't stop eating.

One word....Meh.... Our group had two of the burgers, some appetizers, and the chicken sandwich. Food would have been just average if it had been warm... it was not... For the price point, I expected more than a round, dense, processed patty on the burger. Prolly not going to make the mistake of stopping by here again...

Hell ya! I love a place with a big bar in the middle. We went here before a concert, great location. A lot of fun cocktails and a full beer list. Music had the vibe upbeat. Vegan and vegetarian options. I will be back for the Beyond Burger, it was so good and their fries are BOMB. 10/10!

I had a lovely time here on an early Sunday evening. All the brunch crowd was gone and there was plenty of seating both inside the large, open air restaurant AND the big patio area. I really liked that there was patio seating both facing Broadway (shadier) and facing Gunnison (much sunnier). I'm sure it gets busy at more on-peak times but at least they have the space to accommodate! The drink list has a HUGE variety and you can tell a lot of thought went into it as it isn't just the same dozen cocktails and draft beers you can find everywhere else. The Spanish Gin & Tonic was unexpectedly special, one of the best G&Ts I've ever tried. We ended up sharing appetizers-- the Reuben balls, roasted cauliflower with chimichurri and poutine were the winners. I would probably skip the fried pickles next time as they were pretty standard issue. Service was excellent! I would probably say this is a solid 4.5 but I had such a pleasant time that I'll just bump it up. Why not!

Great ambiance, and date nightspot next to the Green Mill, so convenient if you want to visit both spots. I went at night, when it was kinda dark, and has neat cozy lighting with a bar in the main room and another back room area. I only had beer and not food, so I can't say how their food was, but their staff was friendly and I'd recommend this place to hang out.

Amazing food and drinks. Steak and cheese is to die for!! Exceptional Seafood. Fat Cat is a Norwich gem.

Went on for Monday burger night! Again! One of our favorite burger specials in town. We went for the burger but ended up adding on cheese curds, fried pickles, and mac and cheese. Comforting mac and good thickness of pickles and lightly breaded cheese curds to dip in their homemade sauce. I'm a sauce girl and loved the selection. Quick service and server never ghosted us.

Great place to hit for happy hour and hearty bar food. They also had amazing live music the last time I was there which was a pleasant surprise!

I really liked the Fat Cat! They decorated for Christmas so nicely and it had such a cozy atmosphere. We ordered apps to share before heading over to a concert, and the food was decent. Definitely not my favorite food I've ever had but it's a solid spot if you're looking for a place to go before a show at the Aragon or the Riv. Our server was a little bit slow and we had a strange interaction with the manager where they didn't communicate a time limit for the table. I'm sure I'll be back before a show soon!

I have been here before the drinks and food were ok. I came last week for drinks before a concert. The WORST margarita ever made was presented to me. Just awful all lime juice and battery acid. I don't think she even made it. I think she handed me so old drink and charged a large price for it. Nasty! I didn't even drink it. I wasn't paying didn't want to be a problem so I gave it away. In future I won't stop here before the concert.

Unique selection of food. Loved the poutine. Amazing drinks and service. Fun and relaxing atmosphere.

Amazing food and customer service! I tried the Beyond burger for the first time and it was surprisingly good. The server was so kind I wish I can remember her name, but I do now that she's vegetarian and it was helpful being newly vegetarian. The ambiance was also very nice and I'd definitely come back. Also, the fried pickles are amazing 10/10.

All I can is WOW! It was my first time here and my friend and I decided to sit at the bar. We were greeted right away by the bartender, Walter! Through and through he was absolutely amazing! He knew the menu inside and out and was even able to recommend great drinks! I had the Riviera(2) lol and I also have their new fall sangria which was amazing! He gave us a couple tastings of some options for the next time when we come back. Some things that they will be offering this season! It was an amazing experience thanks to Walter. I didn't have a chance to take any photos of the food because it looked so delicious I dove right in but trust me when I say, this place is the place to be in uptown!!!

Good food we got takeout for a party of 6. chicken sandwich was awesome. i am trying to get to 85 characters there it is.

Would definitely recommend a hot mess burger, the cheese curds are amazing. My girlfriend got the wings and she like them as well. The Korean sauce was really good.

We visited Fat Cat on a Tuesday evening before attending a concert to see Snow Patrol. The place was hopping with a happy hour crowd and prec-concert attendees. The staff was very friendly and had their A-game on for the busy crowd. We were impressed by the variety on the menu, the cocktail list and the beers they had on draft and in bottles. My husband and I shared a beet salad and poutine that had pork belly on it. The dishes were well done and had lots of flavor. I loved the ambiance and that everyone in the establishment seemed to be enjoying themselves.