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

The U Bar

3515 Camp Creek Pkwy #50-70, East Point, GA 30344, (404) 349-2301

 

The premiere sports bar at Camp Creek, the U Bar features cool music, wings specials in a club environment that is packed on the weekends.

One Google reviewer says: “Pretty lit. Moreso a place to socialize, eat and watch games. Music was good . You can dance but Its not a club. Hoped this helped. Oh and 10 for women 20 for me. I heard they have good wings.”

Popular party spot with sports, DJs & dancing, with drink specials & a full menu for dining.

 

The Tavern

3560 Camp Creek Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30344, (404) 349-9285

The Tavern, known as Camp Creek’s OTHER sports bar, bhas events almost every weekday night, including karaoke, drink specials and more.

One Google reviewer says: “The lemon pepper and hot mixed wings are AMAZING. I also enjoy their karaoke nights which are live and many patrons participate so it makes me feel okay because I can’t sing to save my life. I’d definitely recommend checking them out on Wednesday night and enjoy the atmosphere.”

 

Hudson Grille

942 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, (404) 892-0892

Topgolf caters not to the golf fan so much, but the sports fan. With flat-screen TVs at every station, you can swing clubs or sit back and enjoy your game when you want it. Inside at the bar, you can see multiple screens from several vantage points while you eat and drink.

One Google reviewer says: “This is a really fun place for all age groups. If golf is not your thing, they also offer table tennis or ping pong upstairs and pool tables downstairs. The putting area is spacious. Of course it is outdoors, but they offer large heat lamps directly over the seating area. There are two levels to the seating area. The first is a high bar with chairs. The second is a u-shaped outdoor sofa with a center table. All food and drink orders can be placed from your bay. For each game, each player gets 20 chances to “put the ball in the hole”. You can take all 20 swings in a row or rotate players as you’d like. If you aren’t interested in playing any of the game options, you can also dine in or have a round at the bar. Enjoy!”

Taco Mac

933 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, (678) 904-7211

 

With eight locations in Atlanta, including in Midtown on Peachtree and in Dunwoody, Taco Mac is a sports fan’s favorite place to watch the NFL playoffs, the Hawks or any sports event. Featuring the most expansive beer menu of any Atlanta sports bar, Taco Mac is the perfect place to enjoy a craft beer, malt, ale or IPA with your buffalo wings.

One Google reviewer says: “Fast and delicious food. Live music on Friday night. Very personable servers. Really great fajitas. They are very open to accommodate changes to menu. One of my favorite places to eat.”

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