Best Bars In Atlanta: 15 Spots For Premium Drinks

Few things are as relaxing as an enjoyable cocktail under the dim lights with soft music playing in the background. Does this describe your local Atlanta bar? It just might.

So where are the best Atlanta bars with said drinks? Are they along the Beltline? Are they neighborhood haunts?  Do they have live music or big TV screens?

Here Are The Best Bars In Atlanta To Grab A Drink And Chill

Or should the emphasis be on the  good drinks, great food, accommodating servers, hip bartenders and more. We culled numerous reviews from our friends at Yelp, Google and TripAdvisor.

This is what we came up with.

Louisiana Bistreaux

Atlanta Locations:

• 1496 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030 | (404) 963-1463
• 3312 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 941-9545
• 1375 Virginia Ave, East Point, GA 30344 | (404) 762-6755

Louisiana Bistreaux’s Hurricane is an age-old cocktail swept straight off the streets of New Orleans, and it’s as strong as ever. 

Southern Gentleman

3035 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 939-9845

The Southern Gentleman has many cocktails to smile about, including the The Breakfast in GA with peach whiskey, lemon, and basil. 

Here’s what one reviewer says about the Southern Gentleman: “Extensive bourbon selection and an Old Fashioned that will have you asking for a second and a third.”

9 Mile Station

Ponce City Market, 1829, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (770) 999-1532

Here’s what one reviewer says about 9 Mile Station: “For a place that’s in a great enough location that it doesn’t have to be good to make a killing, it’s actually really good. Obviously a very desirable view, so a great venue for every occasion. But they keep a good beer, wine, and cocktail list. Surprisingly good craft beer selection.”

City Winery

Ponce City Market, 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

When it comes to Sangria, City Winery in Midtown Atlanta has some of the best in the bar industry. Try the different flavors, colors and more.

The Lawrence

905 Juniper St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 961-7178

Here’s what one reviewer says about The Lawrence: “The cocktails at The Lawrence are absolutely delicious and the food is quite good as well. I recommend sitting at the bar, because table service leaves a bit to be desired.”

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

2830 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 | (770) 984-8899

Here’s what one reviewer says about Pappadeaux: “Delicious cuisine and excellent presentation. Drinks were excellent. Great tasting and the right amount of kick for what was ordered. Wait staff attentive professional and courteous. It was pretty busy but we received all of our food and drinks in a good amount of time without excessive wait times.”

6 Feet Under

685 11th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 810-0040

437 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 523-6664

Here’s is what one reviewer says about 6 Feet Under: “The food and drinks were good. I had fried catfish meal; and enjoyed it. The restaurant was full which said something. I will definitely go back next time I’m in town try other dishes.”

Agave

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 588-0006

Here is what one reviewer says about Agave restaurant: “Love this place! Sit at the bar for full view of kitchen magic or have a seat in the dining area. Great drinks, love the skinny margaritas and I love the food here. Had lobster tail and the scallops with spicy grits. Perfect, all of it from service to food and drinks and friends. Thanks for a fun night out.”

STATS Brewpub

300 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 885-1472

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