777 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA
Venue:
The Eastern is Atlanta’s newest concert destination and is a welcome post-Covid addition. Capacity is 2,200. The venue features a wide stage, a large floor area and three narrow balcony levels which allow standing views. There are ample bars but no food is served. The upper level has an area that features stadium seating which is accessed by stairs. There is also a small balcony with three rows at the front of the upper tier (barely seen above) which usually is reserved seating. Some shows may have reserved seating in the tiered area as well, and still others may set folding chairs on the main floor which is otherwise general admission.
It’s obviously modern, but that doesn’t mean that a new facility has fantastic sound and lights. They did it right here. Still, don’t forget your earplugs. Merch is usually on the lower level. Be aware that if you’re collecting something like a limited edition band poster made for that show, fans line up well before doors open, which is one hour prior to the show start.
Parking:
The venue is located adjacent to a parking deck with fees by the hour. When exiting, take caution as you turn into the pay lane. It’s a narrow turn around a concrete wall. Pricing appears to be $30 as of 2024. There is limited street parking in area neighborhoods, but park at your own risk. Most patrons use rideshare.
Restaurants:
The venue has it’s own rooftop restaurant that opens when concert doors open featuring sliders and other small bites options. The surrounding area is being newly redeveloped with more restaurants likely to come. Grindhouse Killer Burgers and the Six Feet Under Pub have proven their worth over the years but may be farther than some would want to walk. Muchacho is a recent addition and worthy option for tacos, burritos and salad bowls. If the show is a sell-out, these may be busy. Another option is to grab a sandwich from the nearby Publix.
For local craft beer, Three Taverns Imaginarium is on-site within the Atlanta Dairies complex, in which The Eastern is located.