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As a sports fan that enjoys good grub, you can’t stop your appetite. You can only hope to contain it. That being the case, Atlanta United games are guaranteed to be the hottest sports ticket in town for 2019. And that was even before they won the MLS Championship.
But not everyone can get inside Merc-Benz. That’s where Atlanta’s sports bars and restaurants come in.
Here Are The Best Atlanta Bars To Watch Atlanta United Games
For those who still want to enjoy the game, there are some Atlanta restaurants with big screens to watch the matches on. Not only are the TVs on point, but the food is magnique!
Here is a list of restaurants where you can catch some good food and watch the Atlanta United FC on the screen:
Sweetwater Brewing Company
195 Ottley Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 691-2537
Sweetwater Brewing Company is a craft brewery with a taproom made for enjoying a beer while watching an Atlanta sports team. Sweetwater is one of the most popular spots in Midtown Atlanta to grab a cold one. Large TVs in the Taproom make it a must-visit bar for watch parties and more.
UTD Watch Party: Friday, August 23 at Sweetwater Brewery. Begins at 7 p.m. More here.
STATS
300 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 885-1472
STATS, the centrally located downtown Atlanta establishment, routinely draws big crowds on game days. And no wonder, it’s a huge sports bar with high-def TVs, built-in beer taps at in positioned right in the middle of a tourist trap. Anytime the Red Stripes are on the scene, STATS will have ’em on the screens! 300 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313.
HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern
804 Town Blvd, A1010, Atlanta, GA 30319 | (404) 464-8971
HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern has three metro Atlanta locations, but the Brookhaven tavern has been named an official Atlanta United Pub Partner. That means the watch parties du jour will be there all season. Expect delicious HOBNOB food and drinks, giveaways and red and black everything.
The Mercury
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE N215, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 500-5253
The Mercury on the second floor of Ponce City Market in Midtown is a great spot to watch AU games on the weekends. There are several big-screen TVs situated around the venue. During the week, you can score a good deal on Mercury Mondays, where the bar serves cocktail specials starting in the evening. along with tailgate bites featuring such classic game-day eats as chicken wings with Alabama white sauce, subs and brownies. Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA.
City Tap
848 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 515-3820
City Tap, the American gastropub that just opened in Midtown Atlanta, has launched lunch service and is ready to welcome patrons to the bar. Ah, the bar. That’s where you can watch ATLUD games on the weekends.
LongHorn Steakhouse
2892 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329 | (404) 982-9703
LongHorn Steakhouse, which has several metro Atlanta locations, is one of the best and most proven steak joints in ATL. Because everyone is at the sports bars, Longhorns is a dark horse when it comes to watching games, especially Atlanta United matches. Pick a Longhorns and you just might have the bar to yourself — except at the Camp Creek location, which is one of the franchise’s busiest (and most profitable) in the nation, we’re told. More information on specific metro locations, check out LongHorn Steakhouse online. 3480 Camp Creek Pkwy, East Point, GA 30344.
Other LongHorn Steakhouse locations around Atlanta:
3480 Camp Creek Pkwy, East Point, GA 30344 | (404) 346-4110
2955 Cobb Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (770) 952-1112
2430 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 816-6338
Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours
1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 350-5500
Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours on Huff Road in Atlanta is a West Midtown favorite and one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Chef Deborah Vantreece has lured faithful patrons with a mix of creative dishes, ambience — and on some nights, live performances for panache. If you’re in West Midtown, cozy on up to the bar and enjoy Atlanta United front and center. You won’t regret it. 1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318.
Fox Bros BBQ
1238 DeKalb Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 577-4030
Fox Bros. BBQ has built up a loyal following on football Sunday, and it’s no different on AUFC Saturdays. Enjoy the Five Stripes in between some smoked wings or brisket. While the interior may not exactly be Mercedes-Benz Stadium, you’ll take a liking to the downhome-ness of it all. If you want to go to sleep after it all, order some of the greens and macaroni and cheese. For more information visit their website. 1238 DeKalb Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307.
Hampton + Hudson
299 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 948-2123
As an official Pub Partner of Atlanta United FC, Hampton + Hudson plays every game of the FC season on various TVs throughout the restaurant. As always, their house beer is offered for $4 alongside delicious bites from Executive Chef Craig Richards.Holmes Restaurant
50 S Main St, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Holmes Restaurant in North Fulton is a sophisticated restaurant with ambiance to boot, but don’t get it twisted: When it comes to the Five Stripes, Holmes is down for the home team. Watch Atlanta United games in comfort at Holmes while you munch on a fried chicken sandwich, patty melt on some other menu item.
Second Self
1317 Logan Cir NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (678) 916-8035
Last year, Second Self challenged Portland’s Widmer Brothers Brewing to a bet over the outcome of the 2018 MLS Cup, and after Atlanta United FC defeated the Portland Timbers, Widmer brewed a peach IPA called “United, They Conquered.”
This season, Second Self is hoping for the same kind of outcome. Come to Second Self for watch parties for Atlanta United FC and enjoy the beer at their taproom.
How to watch Atlanta soccer | Atlanta United 2019 TV schedule
Atlanta United matches are broadcast on Fox Sports South in the metro area. See the Atlanta United 2019 TV schedule below:
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