• These Atlanta Restaurants Have Great Cocktails

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    If you want to grab a drink or two after work, there are only a select number of places you can go for reliable good bar service and a vibe.

    From speakeasy basements to hip rooftop spots, Atlanta’s has some restaurants with great bars. What does that mean? It means the drinks are strong and good.

    Here Are The Best Places For A Drink In Atlanta

    Let’s look at the best spots for a drink around Atlanta.

    Gunshow Atlanta

    924 Garrett St, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 380-1886

    Gunshow has the best drinks in Atlanta

    Here’s what one drinker says about Gunshow: “I tried several cocktails and they were all excellent. The asparagus vodka was so interesting. The whiskey sour with the sake was so smooth.”

    Rooftop L.O.A.

    1115 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 922-3700

    Rooftop L.O.A. has the best drinks in Atlanta

    Rooftop L..O.A. is one of the premiere bars in the city right now. Here’s what one person says about the experience. “Very new and modern rooftop. Went on a Friday evening, they recently opened the bar to open until late. Got lucky without reservation, highly recommend having one. The pool area is different from the grove bar. I personally enjoyed the grove bar more, it has more space to sit and lounge. The have a attached restaurant too. The view was amazing from one part of the restaurant. Cocktails are very pricey.”

    Bar Margot

    75 14th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 881-5913

    Bar Margot has the best drinks in Atlanta

    Here’s what one drinker says about Bar Margot: “My Queen and I had a nice time at the Four Seasons Hotel and this restaurant inside was absolutely amazing, and our server Mike was superb with his customer service. He didn’t let my sparkling water glass go empty the entire time. Now, that’s paying attention to detail. He fixed us custom drinks that taste delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing, cool and mellow with a splash of style and charisma with Dj and bartender and servers as well.”

    9 Mile Station

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

    9 Mile Station has the best drinks in Atlanta

    Here’s what one drinker says about 9 Mile Station. “Our server Riley was incredible! Made us feel so welcome and always knew when to come back and check on us. She made sure we had everything we needed the entire time. We would love to thank her for helping us make our celebration for our grandparents 53rd wedding anniversary so special. The food was amazing and the view even better. We will most definitely be back!”

    The Lawrence

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

    The Lawrence: best bars in Atlanta

    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

    Atlanta Locations:

    • 2830 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 | (770) 984-8899
    • 5635 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Norcross, GA | 770-849-0600
    • 10795 Davis Dr., Alpharetta, Ga. | 770-992-5566
    • 2038 Duluth Highway, Lawrenceville, Ga., 770-962-7810

    Pappadeaux - best bars in Atlanta

    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

    6 Feet Under - best bars in Atlanta

    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.”

    Final Word

    Grabbing a drink in the city is still one of the best ways to rewind and decompress after a long day on the job. If you don’t want to go out for drinks, you also want to eat something good. Here are some new Atlanta restaurants that are turning heads.

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  • Barcelona Wine Bar Sherry Week

    Barcelona Wine Bar Celebrates Sherry Week In Atlanta

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    It’s Sherry Week! That means you can find some delectable wine in some of your favorite places around Atlanta. One such place is Barcelona Wine Bar, which is celebrating Sherry Week from November 8 –  Sunday, November 14.

    Barcelona Wine Bar is marking International Sherry Week with a special chef-curated pairing menu to include two tapas and Bodega Lustau sherry pairings:

    When Is Sherry Week 2021?

    Sherry Week 2021 is Tuesday, November 8 to Sunday, November 14.

    Every Sherry Week, thousands of restaurants, bars, wine stores and more participate by holding Sherry tastings, menu and other events in celebration.

    Along with those Sherry-themed events, Barcelona Wine Bar is welcome Sherry lovers in a big way:

    Celebrate Sherry Week At Barcelona Wine Bar

    If you want to enjoy some Sherry at Barcelona Wine Bar’s two Atlanta locations, here’s what you need to know.

    Inman Park:

    • Try the Guilda Pintxo made with boquerone, guindilla and green olives paired with Lustau, “Jarana”, Fino.
    • Indulge in the Whipped Ricotta Montadito tapa made with black truffle oil and pepitas paired with Lustau, “Peninsula”, Palo Cortado.

    Westside Ironworks:

    • Baked Clams made with sobrasada butter paired with Lustau, “Jarana”, Fino.
    • Shrimp Criolla made with sofrito and parsley paired with Lustau, “Peninsula”, Palo Cortado.

    Final Word

    Sherry is aged in barrels using an intricate blending method and gradually combines old and new wines creating a new complex bottle composed of wines of varying ages.

    Barcelona’s featured sherry for the pairings, Bodegas Lustau, is considered a world-class benchmark for top-quality wines from Spain’s sherry capital of the world, Jerez de la Frontera.

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  • Buckhead Betty and other new drink menu items from Big Ketch Saltwater Grill

    The Big Ketch Debuts New Drink Menu In Atlanta

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    No matter if you’re a social drinker or a occasional imbiber, you’ll love what’s on the shelf behind the bar at The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Atlanta. Are you down to try some new drinks?

    The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill has a fresh stable of new and tasty drinks on its beverage program.

    Here Are The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill’s Newest Drinks

    You can enjoy these drinks anytime, but definitely don’t forget about The Big Ketch’s happy hour, which is every Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m. Learn more about Atlanta happy hours here.

    This is the Buckhead Betty. Keep reading to see more.

    Buckhead Betty drink at The Big Ketch
    Photo credit: The Big Ketch

    Let’s get on to the drink list! New drinks on The Big Ketch’s menu include:

    • Basil 8 – Bare Bone vodka, basil syrup, Giffard grapefruit and fresh basil ($12). This evolution of the TBK favorite is more refreshing than the original, balanced with fruity citrus and aromatic basil.
    • Yacht Club Mule – Bare Bone vodka, Fever-Tree ginger beer and strawberry purée ($11). The TBK mule with a seasonal twist of strawberry and ginger is a touch spicy and a touch sweet.
    • The Frojito – Bacardi rum, mint syrup and fresh lime juice ($11). A crisp, clean, refreshing frozen Mojito that’s perfect for a beach party.
    • Smoke and Fire Margarita – Xicaru mezcal, El Jimador, house citrus sour, charred chili honey and smoked salt rim ($13). TBK’s new Smoke and Fire margarita, with the addition of serrano honey syrup, builds complexity with the perfect level of heat and sweet.
    • Buckhead Betty – St. Germain, blackberry purée, Bare Bone vodka and sparkling wine ($12). A timeless twist on a TBK favorite, this cocktail is more refreshing and flavorful than the original, mixed with a blackberry purée and aromatic elderflower.
    • The Royal Ketch – Plymouth gin, Dolin vermouth, blue cheese olives and lemon twist ($14). Perfect with seafood, this vermouth-forward martini is stirred not shaken and garnished with blue cheese olives and a long lemon twist.
    • Coco Beach Party – Vida pressed coconut water, orgeat syrup, rhum agricole, molasses rum and pineapple juice ($13). A new-and-improved version of a piña colada, this low-calorie, light, refreshing cocktail is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
    • Passion Paloma – El Jimador Blanco, passion fruit, grapefruit juice and house citrus sour ($12). This cocktail is an easy-drinking grapefruit-passionfruit version of the classic Paloma.
    • Galea Sangria – This organically grown and produced red sangria from Spain is served with a seasonal fruit skewer ($10 glass/ $40 bottle).

    Make sure you visit The Big Ketch to grab your drinks today.

    Where Is The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill Located In Atlanta?

    Don’t know where The Big Ketch is located? The restaurant is at 3279 Roswell Rd NE in Buckhead. Here’s a map to help you find it.

    Final Word

    If you choose to stay out of the bars, you can make your own DIY sips in your own kitchen.

    The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.

    Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?

    Here Are The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta

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  • Georgia Beer Day in Atlanta

    Georgia Beer Day 2021: Ale To The Peach

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    If you’re like me and love craft beer, you’re excited about Georgia Beer Day, which takes place on Saturday, March 6, 2021. That’s the day you’ll be able to try an assortment of your favorite beers at your favorite Atlanta watering hole.

    Best End in the West End is an official participant of Georgia Beer Day, which means it will be on and poppin’ there as they serve some of your top food specials, new brews, live music and a one-of-a-kind pint glass!

    Georgia Beer Day 2021: Everything You Need To Know

    Georgia Beer Day benefits the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild and member breweries around the state. If you want to know what’s on tap, grab a bar stool and lean in!

    What’s in it for you, did you say? Close to 50 breweries across Georgia will be serving a limited edition collector’s pint glass as part of Georgia Beer Day. You can only get the glasses at participating GCBG member breweries.

    Here are some major facts about Georgia Beer Day, so you can know where to go!

    When Is Georgia Beer Day 2021?

    Georgia Beer Day is Saturday, March 6, 2021. On that day, you’ll be able to support the Peach State’s beer industry like no other.

    One dollar for every glass sold will go to the GCBG.

    As part of the festivities, Best End brewing will host their first official beer release ever, a very limited flavor named The “Slipper Rye IPA” with hops of Citra, Nugget, Idaho 7, El Dorado and hints of Malt including Pilsner, Vienna, Pale, Rye, Dextrin, Flaked Rye, Munich Dark and Acidulated.

    Where To Celebrate Georgia Beer Day

    Georgia Beer Day is a great way to support your local brewery and bar. Here are the breweries participating in Georgia Beer Day.

    Participating Breweries

    • Anderby Brewing
    • Arches Brewing
    • Athentic Brewing
    • Atlanta Brewing Co
    • Barrier Island Brewing
    • Best End Brewing
    • Bold Monk Brewing
    • Cherry Street Brewing
    • Creature Comforts
    • Dry County Brewing
    • Eagle Creek Brewing
    • Eventide
    • Fire Maker
    • From the Earth Brewing
    • Gate City
    • Halfway Crooks
    • Horned Owl Brewing
    • Indio Brewing
    • Kettlerock Brewing
    • Left Nut
    • Line Creek
    • Monday Night Brewing
    • Monkey Wrench Brewing
    • New Realm
    • NoFo Brew Co
    • Pendley Creek
    • Piedmont Brewery & Kitchen
    • Pontoon Brewing
    • Pretoria Fields
    • Red Hare
    • Reformation Brewing
    • Round Trip
    • Sceptre Brewing Arts
    • Schoolhouse Beer
    • Second Self Beer Co
    • Service Brewing
    • Six Bridges Brewing
    • Social Fox Brewing
    • Steady Hand
    • Stillfire
    • Sweetwater
    • Tantrum Brewing Co
    • The Dahlonega Brewery
    • The Georgia Beer Co
    • Three Taverns
    • Torched Hop Brewing
    • Tucker Brewing Company
    • Two Tides Brewing
    • Variant Brewing
    • Wrecking Bar

    What Are Some Of Atlanta’s Best Bars?

    If you’re looking for some other bars in Atlanta with some great beers (and bartenders) here’s some of our favorites in no particular order.

    Manuel’s Tavern

    602 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307 |  (404) 525-3447

    Manuel's Tavern: best bars in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Manuel’s Tavern in Midtown Atlanta: “It had been 40 plus years since my husband had been there. He enjoyed going back in to the place he hung out in years ago. The pictures brought back so many good memories of the owner.”

    Southern Gentleman

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

    Southern Gentleman: best bars in Buckhead

    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

    9 Mile Station: best bars in Midtown Atlanta

    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.”

    The Lawrence

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

    The Lawrence: best bars in Atlanta

    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.”

    If you want to bar brawl in the city, here are some of the best bars to visit.

    The fun is just starting. Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit a craft brewery in the city

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  • Pinky Cole, owner of Bar Vegan in Atlanta's Ponce City Market

    What It’s Like At Bar Vegan Inside Atlanta’s Ponce City Market

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    Former TV producer and entrepreneur Pinky Cole continues to grow her food and drink empire around Atlanta. The Slutty Vegan owner opened a bar concept on Friday, February 26, 2021 inside Ponce City Market.

    First announced in November, Bar Vegan features “bar theater” likely quite different from anything Atlanta’s bar scene has at the moment.

    ‘When I visited in late February, I had Bar Vegan’s rum punch, which packs a powerful punch.

    The uber-popular Slutty Vegan, Cole’s first foray into the plant-based vegan restaurant business, opened in early 2019 in Atlanta’s Westview neighborhood to critical acclaim.

    Bar Vegan Opens In Midtown Atlanta’s Ponce City Market

    The new imprint, called Bar Vegan, is housed in the space that was formerly the Mercury Bar.

    As for food, Bar Vegan has a limited menu provided by Dinkies, an imprint that specializes in vegan phillys and tater tots.

    Dinkies in Bar Vegan in Ponce City Market

    The Ponce City Market location of Cole’s latest food business is part of a massive expansion that the former TV producer-turned-restaurateur has put in place over the next 24 months.

    Cole has said that her business took off when she was brainstorming things to eat in her Atlanta kitchen.

    “We know that sex sells. I started thinking of some crazy names to add to my menu,” she told XO Necole. “I went inside my kitchen and started cooking. I started putting together recipes and literally, everything was history from there.”

    The entrepreneur says a strong belief in what she was doing was what kept her going in the early days.

    “I went from having four people patronizing my business a week to having a 150 to now 600 people a day outside the door standing to patronize my business.”

    Pinky said,”It’s just a blessing. It literally started out as just an idea with no business plan. It was a vision that came to life.”

    She accomplished businesswoman hopes the same for Bar Vegan.

    Here’s a promo for Bar Vegan from its Instagram page:

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Where Is Bar Vegan Located?

    Bar Vegan is located inside Ponce City Market at 675 Ponce de Leon Ave., NEAtlantaGA. Here’s a map to help you find it.

    Cole opened a Slutty Vegan restaurant in Jonesboro south of the city earlier this year. with the plant-based cuisine enjoying unprecedented popularity, Cole is planning on expanding to Birmingham, Alabama and as many as 13 locations as well.

    How Many Slutty Vegan Restaurant Locations Are There In Atlanta?

    Soon, Slutty Vegan will have four Atlanta restaurant locations up or in the makings. They are located in the following areas:

    Atlanta has become known for its black-owned restaurants. If you’re into more pescatarian fare options, the city has that too.

    If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.

    We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.

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  • What To Drink Right Now While You're Self-Isolating

    What To Drink Right Now While You’re Quarantining

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    So you’re quarantining right now. It’s OK. Join the increasingly large club. You need to calm down. Things are crazy right now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t handle it. You just might need a good drink.

    Quarantine sounds like a grim thing, but it doesn’t have to be. This necessary period can be used to reset and just to take a moment. You deserve it.

    15 Quarantine Drinks You Need In Your Life

    Enter this article on what you need to drink right now to calm your nerves and just chill out.

    Here are some drinks and recipes pulled from our great friends on Instagram. Please follow them.

    Boston Bar Hopper

    1.5 oz Flor de Caña rum
    0.5 oz mezcal
    0.75 oz fresh lemon
    0.75 oz homemade strawberry syrup
    2 dashes Fee Brothers Aztec chocolate bitters

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Shake with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a strawberry.

    Coffee Ale

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Ah, coffee ale. Perfect for a quarantine weekend. “It smells like dark chocolate and tastes like a strong coffee with a Bourbon finish a bit earthy all around.”

    Mint Julip

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    •3 parts @titosvodka
    •1 part simple syrup
    •1 part ginger beer
    •fresh limes •mint leaves

    Looking for a new drink to stock up on when you venture out of your house.

    Monday Night Brewing’s Narwater

     

     
     
     
     
     
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     Consider getting @mondaynight’s new seltzer, Narwater! Narwater Seltzer comes in 3 flavors (Blueberry Raspberry, Mango Guava, Grapefruit Pineapple) & I personally enjoy all of them! A few things you should know about the drinks:

    • Made with all real fruit (no artificial colors or flavors)
    • Brewed with natural fermentation instead of like other brands which use artificial flavors with diluted high-proof ethanol
    • Made with love locally
    • Gluten free, only 4.7% ABV, & 95 calories!

    Black Girl Magic Riesling

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Abadou G&T Gin With Cucumber

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Tito + Watermelon

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Watermelon + alcohol= all the fun you need.
    1. Cut a circle hole at the top of the watermelon. ⁣
    2. Put your favorite alcohol bottle in the hole. I’m using @titosvodka ⁣
    3. Let it sit for a few hours so watermelon can absorb the liquor. ⁣
    4. Cut watermelon & serve

    Quarantine Sunshine

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Morning Immunity Booster. The caption says it all: “Trying to keep everyone (and myself) in this house healthy and strong! Vodka optional.”

    Blackstorm Mule

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    We Have the Blackstorm Mule:
    2 blackberries
    2 raspberries
    1 strawberry
    1 lime wedge
    2 pumps of simple syrup
    Ice
    Ginger beer

    Lemonade

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    “Staying home? Enjoy this refreshing recipe from our culinary team: A twist on a classic Lemonade recipe at home. Paired with our lemon madeleines, it’s truly a treat! Visit A la Madeleine for the full recipe!”

    New York Sour

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    Ingredients

    2 oz bourbon
    3/4 oz lemon juice
    3/4 oz simple syrup
    Red wine float

    1- In a Shaker add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, ice and shake vigorously.
    2- Strain into a old fashioned glass over fresh ice
    3- Top with Red wine float

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    45 mL Vodka (Ketel One)

    • 30 mL Apple Juice
    • 15 mL Hpnotiq Liqueur
    • 15 mL Grenadine
    • 15 mL Monin Blueberry Syrup

    Process

    Add the grenadine to the empty glass.

    • Pack the glass w/ shaved ice.
    • Add the blueberry syrup.
    • Add the vodka.
    • Add the apple juice.
    • Add the Hpnotiq.
    • Gaze. Inhale. Sip. Enjo

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    45 mL Vodka (Prairie Organic)
    ▪️90 mL Sweet Tea (Celestial)
    ▪️15 mL Lemon Juice

    Ginger Mule

     

     
     
     
     
     
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    ▪️pistachio infused vodka
    ▪️ginger syrup
    ▪️ginger beer

    𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡
    ▪️mint sprig
    ▪️candied ginger slice

    Kiwi Crown

     

     
     
     
     
     
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     “Kiwi Crowns” are easy to make. Here’s what you need: Gin, coconut rum, triple sec, grapefruit, and muddled kiwi.

    Conclusion

    You don’t have to be a lush to enjoy a good cocktail in quarantine. All you need is some good recipes, some chilled ice and a willing spirit.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Biltong Bar's Butcher and Bottle Shop pop-up on Ponce City Market

    Biltong Bar’s Butcher and Bottle Shop Opens In Ponce City Market

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    Biltong Bar’s Butcher and Bottle Shop, a South African-inspired pop-up shop, is set to open on Wednesday, July 29 at Biltong Bar Ponce City Market.

    When Does Biltong Bar’s Butcher And Bottle Shop Open?

    The pop-up shop will subsequently open on Wednesdays from noon to 5 p.m in the popular Ponce City Market food hall.

    If you’re not familiar with Biltong Bar, it’s a South African-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar specializing in dry-aged beef jerky.

    The Butcher and Bottle Shop comes to us via a Biltong partnership withHalpern’s Steak and Seafood.

    What’s On Biltong Butcher And Bottle Shop’s Menu?

    The types of dishes available at Biltong’s Butcher and Bottle Shop include the following:

    • House-made biltong (South African beef jerky)
    • Cases of select cuts of steak, including Cowboy Ribeyes and Black Wagyu Filets from Halpern’s

    When it comes to beverages, the pop-up Bottle Shop will feature some of Biltong’s best-selling cocktails and an exclusive list of South African wines and top-shelf pours, including:

    • Willett Family Estate 4yr Rye
    • Jim Beam Distiller’s Masterpiece Bourbon
    • Reserve de la Familia Extra Anejo Tequila

    Bottled cocktails that are currently available to go from the restaurant’s acclaimed cocktail menu. Here is the Biltong Bar Butcher and Bottle Shop Full Menu, which is subject to change based on availability.

    Biltong Bar at Ponce City Market, which opened in 2016, is part of restaurateur and South African native Justin Anthony’s hospitality group True Story Brands.

    Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.

    But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.

    Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?

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  • Hop City and Barleygarden Located In Fayetteville

    Hop City And Barleygarden Opening In Fayetteville

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    Two well-known Atlanta establishments — Hop City Craft Beer & Wine and Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar in Fayetteville, Georgia — are set to open in Fayetteville’s Pinewood Forest development on Friday, July 24, 2020, the companies said.

    Restaurateur Kraig Torres is bringing the bar and restaurant there to take advantage of the burgeoning enclave growing around the Pinewood movie studio, which has had a hand in several big films in recent years.

    Hop City and Barleygarden To Open In Fayetteville’s Pinewood Forest

    Hop City and Barleygarden will share a two-story 5,500 square-foot space across from Pinewood Atlanta Studios. Barleygarden will be on the second floor.

    What’s On The Menu At Barleygarden Kitchen and Craft Bar

    Barleygarden Kitchen and Craft Bar will serve an expansive beverage menu tfeaturing 72 rotating brews from all across the globe. 

    The spot will also feature handcrafted cocktails  and curated wines. Praised for their approachable menu with an emphasis on beer pairings, 

    Barleygarden’s Chef Brian Carson, who comes from Hop City’s second sister restaurant, Boxcar, will feature inventive dishes featuring seasonal, farm-fresh options along with elevated bar food classics.

    In addition to a a build-your-own burger section with four different patty choices, here are some things you can find on the menu at Barleygarden:

    • Loaded Pork Skins with house-made blue cheese crumble dressing
    • Sweet and Smokey Eggplant Caponata and Springer Mountain Chicken Wings
    • Barleygarden’s original Butcher’s Bun
    •  New Flyin’ Bayou Po’ Boy

    COVID-19 Rules: Hop City and Barleygarden

    Hop City and Barleygarden both follow guidelines recommended by the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, including adhering to a strict internal safety protocol for each stage of opening. TThese will include:

    • Daily health inspections for staff members, including temperature checks before entering the building.
    • Employee training on proper safety and sanitation procedures, including mandatory masks in customer service areas at all times.
    • All customers are also required to wear masks when entering or moving about the building which includes, but is not limited to, visits to the restroom.

    Where Is Hop City and Barleygarden Located In Fayetteville?

    Hop City and Barleygarden in Fayettville is located at 240 J Arthur Rank Ave Fayetteville, GA 30214. Here is map to help you find it.


    Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

    The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.

    For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.

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  • The Best Bars To Watch Atlanta United Games

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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

    Best Atlanta bars to watch Atlanta United games: Sweetwater Brewing Company

    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

    best bars to watch Atlanta United games

    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

    The Best Bars To Watch Atlanta United Games

    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

    best bars to watch Atlanta United games

    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

    best bars to watch Atlanta United bars -- First Look: City Tap Kitchen & Craft In Midtown Atlanta

    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

    best bars to watch Atlanta United games

    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

    Best Atlanta sports bars to watch Atlanta United games: Fox Bros. BBQ

    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

    Hampton + Hudson - watch Atlanta United games at these Atlanta restaurants

    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

    best bars to watch Atlanta United games

    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

    best bars to watch Atlanta United

    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:

    How to watch Atlanta United TV games - best Atlanta bars to watch Atlanta United games and soccer matches
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  • The Best Restaurants In Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

    The Best Restaurants In Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

    4 Min Read

    The food throughout Louisiana is some of the best in the nation: It’s delicious, flavorful and comes with a good bit of history. One of the best areas that showcase top Louisiana cuisine is Lafourche Parish.

    Louisiana is shaped like a boot — and in those terms, Lafourche would be considered one of the toes. But when it comes to great food, the parish may be head and shoulders in the state.

    Here Are The Best Restaurants In Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

    One of the reasons why is because of the notable places to eat located there in the bayou. Here are some of the best restaurants in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana.

    Thibodaux’s Cajun Cookin’

    107 N Cedar Ridge Dr #106, Duncanville, TX 75116 | (972) 572-4444

    Best restaurants in Lafourche Parish: Thibadeau's Cajun Cookin

    One of the best restaurants is Thibodaux’s Cajun Cookin, which features delicious hand-battered shrimp & wings in a low-key setting.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Thibodaux’s: “We arrived during busy time so we had some adult beverages while we waited, and it was worth it!!! Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Cajun Cucumber Salad, Gumbo. Tried the loaded baked potato with shrimp, and was not disappointed there either. Hubby ordered a shrimp basket, and that was really tasty with the sauce they came with, too. Great food, service, atmosphere!”

    Cinclare Restaurant

    601 W 3rd St, Thibodaux, LA 70301 | (985) 227-9507

    Best restaurants in Lafourche Parish: Thibadeau's Cajun Cookin

    Not only is the food good at Cinclare in Thibodaux, but the cocktails are renown for their creativity and strength.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Cinclare: “It’s nice that this venue has finally been turned into something worthwhile. The bar has a big selection and good mixologists. The food is excellent from the few things I have had. I also like the upscale but not pretentious vibe Cinclare has going.”

    Bubba’s II Poboys & Seafood

    Best restaurants in Lafourche Parish

    Bubba’s II Poboys & Seafood gets rave reviews for its gumbo, shrimp and all types of seafood platters.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Bubba’s II: “this gem!! Oh my word…the food was so amazing & Bubba was just as cool as they come. Now I’m not quite sure if that was Bubba himself, but he sure kept us entertained and we left the restaurant feeling pleasing plump. Thank you for the excellent food and service!! Whenever I’m in Thibodaux, I’ll swing by for some gumbo & that buttery toast.”

    Kajun Twist

    17972 W Main St, Galliano, LA 70354 | (985) 632-7272

    Best restaurants in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana - Kajun Twist

    Kajun Twist is known for great food and a drive thru that serves happy customers every day. 

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Kajun Twist: “Best Diner on the Bayou, the service is excellent, the quality of food is amazing, and the atomosphere is perfect. It’s worth the trip off the main road. I highly recommend the daily special or the fried Chicken. It takes 20 minutes for them to make it so you know it’s going to be good.”

    Cher Amie’s

    15628 W Main St, Cut Off, LA 70345 | (985) 325-3333

    Cher Amies - Best restaurants in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

    Cher Amie’s menu has people driving long distances to get to this restaurant in Cutoff, Louisiana. Everyone agrees: It lives up to the hype.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Cher Amie’s: “Very simple. Everything was fantastic. I had the Crawfish Etouffee and Blackened Snapper, all I can say was it was to die for. It’s a little difficult to see on a dark rainy evening and parking is a bit lite but worth every second.”

    Leeville Seafood Restaurant

    24203 LA-1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357 | (985) 396-2770

    Leeville Seafood - best restaurants in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

    Leeville Seafood is perfect for the laid back and unpretentious customer looking for melt-in-your-mouth fish and friendly staff.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Leeville Seafood: “Food was excellent! Couldn’t ask for a more friendly staff! I had the fried seafood platter and it was exactly what I expected. Atmosphere was completely casual and laid back.”

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