About Us
The Somber Reptile was established in 1987 and has been in its present location since the spring of 1991. The venue has been an integral part of the music scene in Georgia hosting over 5000 events. The venue has been showcasing talent from every genre of music from Hip Hop to Rock to Country. It specializes in presenting original unsigned talent with a professional production. It has been referred to as being an incubator to tomorrows stars. The room is frequently used for promotional-parties to the sporting events and concerts in the surrounding stadiums as well as the many corporations that do business in-town. The Somber Reptile is with in two miles of the following Institutions: Georgia Dome-2miles, World Congress Center-2miles, Phillips Arena-2 miles, Bobby Dodd Stadium-half a mile, Alexander Collesium-2 miles, Ga.Tech University-Across the street, Ga.State University-half a mile, Atlanta University-2 miles, Ga.Tech Aquatic Center-2 miles.
The venue has been host to many private functions and parties. The Somber Reptile is available for private rentals or events. The Cajun Kitchen serves up critically acclaimed Cajun/Creole cuisine with an authentic flavor that makes it a favorite eating spot in the downtown and midtown area. The restaurant has a down-home atmosphere that makes it unique in today’s cookie-cutter chain eatery environment. Whether you are attending your favorite sporting event or just doing business in-town; the Cajun Kitchen is a must stop. The mouthwatering po-boys and homemade dishes have been pleasing Atlantans through the years. After 9pm the Cajun Kitchen transforms itself from a restaurant to a nightclub featuring deejays and live entertainment. The kitchen is also available for private functions and art parties. The festivities go on all night till 4am!
The Somber Reptile/ Cajun Kitchen has gained legendary status as being a cultural icon in the Southeast.
“Truly American…..Truly one a kind”
ABOUT SOMBER REPTILE AND CAJUN KITCHEN
The venue has been host to many private functions and parties. The Somber Reptile is available for private rentals or events. The Cajun Kitchen serves up critically acclaimed Cajun/Creole cuisine with an authentic flavor that makes it a favorite eating spot in the downtown and midtown area. The restaurant has a down-home atmosphere that makes it unique in today’s cookie-cutter chain eatery environment. Whether you are attending your favorite sporting event or just doing business in-town; the Cajun Kitchen is a must stop. The mouthwatering po-boys and homemade dishes have been pleasing Atlantans through the years. After 9pm the Cajun Kitchen transforms itself from a restaurant to a nightclub featuring deejays and live entertainment. The kitchen is also available for private functions and art parties. The festivities go on all night till 4am!
The Somber Reptile/ Cajun Kitchen has gained legendary status as being a cultural icon in the Southeast.
“Truly American…..Truly one a kind”
Somber Reptile
The Somber Reptile was a music venue located in Atlanta, Georgia from 1985-2004. It was known for hosting underground and alternative rock bands and was a popular spot for local music enthusiasts. The venue was located in the Midtown area of Atlanta, and it had a capacity of around 500 people while the Lazy Lizard Lounge had a capacity of 100 and the Cajun Kitchen 350
The Somber Reptile was known for its unique atmosphere and eclectic music scene. It provided a platform for emerging and local bands to showcase their music and build a following. The venue also attracted a diverse crowd of music lovers who were drawn to the alternative and underground music scene.
Some notable bands that played at the Somber Reptile include Korn, NOFX, The Jesus Lizard, and Superchunk, among many others. The venue also hosted a number of all-ages shows, which were rare at the time in Atlanta.
The Somber Reptile was known for its intimate atmosphere and its dedication to showcasing new and emerging talent. The venue was run by a group of music enthusiasts who were passionate about supporting the local music scene and providing a platform for up-and-coming bands.
Despite its relatively short lifespan, the Somber Reptile left a lasting impact on the Atlanta music scene. It helped to nurture a new generation of musicians and provided a space for music lovers to come together and connect over their shared love of alternative and underground music.
Today, the Somber Reptile is remembered fondly by those who were a part of the Atlanta music scene in the 1990s. Although the venue is no longer in operation, its legacy lives on as a testament to the power of music and the importance of supporting emerging artists.
Although the Somber Reptile may be gone, its legacy lives on in the memories of those who were a part of its vibrant and eclectic music scene. It serves as a reminder of the important role that music venues play in shaping a city’s cultural identity and supporting emerging artists.