{"id":366,"date":"2025-11-09T18:22:33","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T18:22:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/?p=366"},"modified":"2025-11-09T19:25:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T19:25:53","slug":"hi-lo-lounge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/lunch\/hi-lo-lounge\/","title":{"rendered":"Hi-lo lounge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re looking for a laid-back yet vibrant spot in Athens where food, drinks, and atmosphere collide, Hi-Lo Lounge is a standout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Bit about Hi-Lo Lounge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Located at 1354 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606, Hi-Lo Lounge sits in the Normaltown neighborhood, making it accessible to both locals and visitors alike. 
The kitchen is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., with the bar staying open until midnight seven nights a week. 
It\u2019s more than a typical bar it\u2019s a lounge with a full menu, solid drink selection, and a community-friendly vibe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Makes Hi-Lo Special<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Food & Drink<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • They serve intriguing fare: for example, a version of Cincinnati-style three-way chili and a variety of hot dogs (including vegan\/vegetarian options) embedded into the menu. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The menu accommodates plant-based and vegetarian diners vegan hot dogs, falafel plates, and more. Many reviews highlight this as a strong point. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • On the drink side: a well-curated beer list, cocktails, and a bar that stays lively even after typical dinner hours. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Atmosphere & Community<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • The lounge has a \u201cfunky, laid back\u201d feel. It\u2019s the kind of place you might go for a casual hangout with friends but also for something a little more special than average bar food. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • It\u2019s acknowledged as being welcoming and inclusive vegetarian\/vegan friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, with a community-oriented aura. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Extra touches: They host trivia nights and have a loyal local following who appreciate the welcoming vibe. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Tips for Your Visit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Parking<\/strong>: Normaltown can be tricky for parking. Street spaces fill up, and there may be better luck in nearby lots or side streets rather than right out front.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Time it right<\/strong>: If you\u2019re going later in the evening, expect the bar to be lively and possibly a bit louder perfect if you\u2019re in a group and want energy, but maybe less so for a quiet conversation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Vegan options<\/strong>: If you\u2019re coming with a mix of dietary preferences (meat-eaters + vegetarians), this is a strong choice since they cover both sides well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Menu exploration<\/strong>: Don\u2019t just settle for the \u201csafe\u201d sandwich try something like the falafel plate, or one of the more creative hot dogs\/sandwiches that get local praise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        If you\u2019re looking for a laid-back yet vibrant spot in Athens where food, drinks, and atmosphere collide, Hi-Lo Lounge is a standout. A Bit about Hi-Lo Lounge Located at 1354 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606, Hi-Lo Lounge sits in the Normaltown neighborhood, making it accessible to both locals and visitors alike. The kitchen is open daily from 11 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":348,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10,9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-366","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dinner","category-lunch"],"blocksy_meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/366","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=366"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/366\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":384,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/366\/revisions\/384"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/348"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=366"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=366"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rinnefurlow.com\/webdev\/project-three\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=366"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}