The Social at Midtown Info
Amenities
Service options
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Outdoor seating
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No-contact delivery
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Fast service
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Karaoke
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Live music
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Live performances
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Rooftop seating
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Sports
Popular for
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
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Alcohol
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Arcade games
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Comfort food
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Dancing
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Food
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Food at bar
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Happy hour drinks
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Happy hour food
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Hard liquor
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Late-night food
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Private dining room
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Quick bite
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Small plates
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Vegan options
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Wine
Dining options
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Catering
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Dessert
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Seating
Amenities
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Bar onsite
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Restroom
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Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
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Casual
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Trendy
Crowd
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College students
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Groups
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Tourists
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Transgender safespace
Planning
Payments
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Children
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Has changing table(s)
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High chairs
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Kids' menu
Parking
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Free parking lot
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Paid parking garage
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Paid street parking
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Parking
Pets
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Dogs allowed
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Dogs allowed outside
Other
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LGBTQ+ friendly
Best KPortal Reviews
This place used to be amazing. I looked forward to visiting to watch games. The atmosphere was friendly and the servers/bartenders were great. In the past 5 years it has taken a steady decline. They now do not have servers. They have a quick service window that took 30 minutes or more to get food. The draft beer I ordered tasted weird. I’m not sure why they changed their business/service model, but it is definitely not the same place it was 5 years ago. Oh and now they charge an automatic gratuity of 18%.
A poorly ran place. Took 30 mins to get food and they tell me they are out of broccoli and would you like something else? Request a salad and said they would buzz me. Waiting ten minutes before going and asking for the salad myself since it shouldn’t have taken over 1 minute to replace a side you don’t have. Also, ordered a grilled cheese and the cheese wasn’t even melted. Who messes up a grilled cheese?
I've had plenty of fun experiences here over the years, but Social definitely has its flaws. They do Karaoke on Wednesday and $10 (Was $5) All-You-Can-Drink on Thursday from 10 - 12 each night, but those get insanely busy, especially the latter. If you enjoy waiting for an hour and a half to get in and another 10-15 minutes at a time for drinks, it's fun and you'll probably run into someone you know. But it's definitely frustrating at times.
The best time to go to Social is on game days or graduation where they open up both levels and have all the bars staffed. It's usually easier to get in and get a drink, and the atmosphere is a lot of fun. Drinks are also more expensive here than the rest of midtown, but that comes with the territory and they have some cool beers and other things on tap in the back bar. I will also say the food is pretty mediocre and expensive, even for bar food. Stick to appetizers if you get anything, they're alright.
Been a customer here for years…. The environment has always made up for the service! However it seems the new ownership and marketing tactics will make this place fail…. I literally made a joke about the worst marketing clip I have ever seen… “literally a Bacardi bottle flash and a drink pouring” saying it was bad marketing… which it is …. Then so person hiding behind the company name was childish enough to call me names….. DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY WITH THE NEW OWNERSHIP. Place has become a joke in more than one way.
Go to Cantina for a wayyyyyy nicer and better experience. Owned by way better people.
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Title: Delicious Food, But Beware of In-House Dining Fee
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
I recently visited the social with my son and wife, and overall, we had a satisfying dining experience. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the mouthwatering Tender Mountain with Swamp Sauce. The flavors were fantastic, and the portion size was quite generous, leaving us feeling satisfied and content. My wife opted for the Buffalo Mac and Cheese Bowl, which she said was ok, but was a much smaller portion for nearly the same price.
The food quality was commendable. The flavors were well-balanced, and the dishes were prepared with care and attention to detail.
However, my enthusiasm dampened when I realized the in-house dining fee. Paying over $7 just to dine within the restaurant seemed exorbitant and left a sour taste in my mouth. This unexpected cost was disappointing and took away from an otherwise enjoyable experience. It's important for restaurants to be transparent about additional charges, as it can significantly impact a customer's perception.
While the food deserves praise, I must admit that the in-house dining fee has made me hesitant about returning. It's disheartening when a hidden charge leaves you questioning the value of the overall dining experience. I hope the management takes into consideration the impact such fees can have on customer satisfaction.
Without this fee I would recommend the social to others solely for the delicious food and impressive flavors. However, I would advise potential diners to be aware of the additional cost associated with dining in-house. If you're not bothered by such fees, then this restaurant might still be worth a visit for its delectable offerings.
The menu does not reflect correct
Pricing for food items, and there were added charges with out letting us know before hand. In the menu the items we ordered totaled to about $16 and the total ended up being $24 and they still ask for additional gratuity. Wouldn’t have an issue with it if they were transparent and upfront.
Stopped by here on game day and it was packed. We were hungry and new they had food so we figured we’d get a bite and a drink before heading over to the stadium. Waited online and when we finally got to the front there was a $10 cover. I wasn’t going to argue but I did notice it was selective cover and the girls in front of us didn’t pay.
It was wall to wall people. Ordered from the food truck and the burgers were great. Seating was limited and the line to get a drink at the bar was 5 deep. We ate our food and left. Moral of this story… it’s a fun place to watch the game…but don’t bother if you plan on going to the game.
Menu is too large, they take forever to get food prepared. On big game days they should reduce the menu so the kitchen can keep up. Drinks are good but bars need more help. Atmosphere is just right.
Quick Facts About The Social at Midtown
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Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 02:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 02:00 AM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
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