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The Atlanta Falcons want to close the season with a win. Do you want to watch the game?
If you can’t get a ticket, there are many ways to watch the Falcons play on TV. But if you want to enjoy it with fans, your local Atlanta bar has want you need.
In this article, we’ll show you the top bars to watch the Falcons play.
Watch The Falcons At These Atlanta Bars
Before you go to the bar, make sure you have a designated driver on the way home! Uber and Lyft are great for that. Also, remember to get to the bar early so that you can get a good seat!
Margaritaville
155 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Photo credit: AtlantaFi.com Officially called the Margaritaville Hotel Atlanta Centennial Olympic Park, this spot is great to watch the games.
Fado Irish Pub
933 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, (404) 260-7910
Fado Irish Pub is place to be to watch the game and down a Guinness pint at the same time. The Midtown location as well as one at The Shops at Buckhead.
Dantanna’s
3400 Around Lenox Rd #304, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 760-8873
Dantanna’s restaurant features an upscale spot to watch the game and enjoy some top-notch food. Dantanna’s has an exetensive menu with spirited drinks and a rowdy atmosphere — perfect for watching the games!
STATS Brewpub
300 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, (404) 885-1472
The go-to sports bar in downtown Atlanta, STATS is a short walk from the Omni, CNN Center and College Football Hall of Fame. Inside the brewpub, customers can try their hand at tabletop beer taps and exquisite food with screens all around to watch the NFL playoffs.One Google reviewer says: “This place was incredible! Service was excellent, food was amazing! There were so many delicious looking things on the menu that my waitress had to help me out with a recommendation. I’m glad I listened to her, the BBQ Brisket Burger was out of this world. The fries were really good too. And then she talked me into getting the key lime pie, it was every bit as good as everything else was. I will definitely go back whenever I’m in Atlanta again.”Hooters in Downtown Atlanta
209 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, Ga 30303
Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, Hooters is especially designed for big sports games. Because of its high-profile location, this downtown Atlanta Hooters regularly gets Atlanta fans as well as that of the opposing teams.El Super Pan at The Battery
455 Legends Place, Atlanta, GA 30339
El Super Pan at The Battery is the perfect place to enjoy some Cuban-inspired dishes while watching your #1 sports team.Here’s why one Google reviewer says it’s the best sports bar in Atlanta: “The flavor in each dish, AMAZING! The agua tropical is refreshing and they always have a different variety based upon the season. Try them all! The decor is vibrant and the music uplifts your spirit. The staff here are awesome and Chef Hector is very engaging. He usually makes great recommendations in case you find yourself unsure of what to order. This restaurant is def my fav!”Dugan’s Restaurant
777 Ponce De Leon A++ve NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Dugan’s has been a reliable go-to spot in Midtown Atlanta about as long as its nearby neighbor, the Clermont Lounge. Lively entertainment, a constant dancefloor and all the chicken wings and beer you could want make this place a great sports bar.Here’s why this is one of the best sports bars in Atlanta: “Great dive bar complete with sassy bartender, interesting cast of characters at the bar and great wings. The wings have subtle differences from traditional wing sauces like Anchor Bar sauce. The drinks are poured strong. Their wings are better than their tenders. (They have a tendency to overcook). It’s a great respite for lunch compared to the chaos of Ponce City Market.”The U Bar
3515 Camp Creek Pkwy #50-70, East Point, GA 30344, (404) 349-2301The 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, has 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
Hudson Grille has three locations in Atlanta, one downtown, one in Midtown and the other one in Brookhaven. Huge TV screens at every turn and good food make this one of the best Atlanta sports bars to enjoy the game.One Google reviewer says: “Food is always great along with service and overall atmosphere. I personally come here frequently during football season because it is home to Raven Nation South, located in the upstairs area of the bar. I love the sports atmosphere that Hudson Grill provides.”Yard House
261 19th St NW #1100, Atlanta, GA (404) 815-8990
Thanks to an awesome Midtown location (there’s another one at The Battery next to SunTrust Park) and above-average beverage program, Yard House at Atlantic Station has a devoted following among sports fans. The stylish sports bar’s patio is a great people-watching spot and the burgers, steaks and tacos on the menu make this place a must-visit to watch the NFL playoffs.One Google reviewer explains why this is one of the best sports bars in Atlanta: “Happening place with excellent food! You just can’t go wrong with Yard House. We visit Atlanta every year at Christmas time, and Yard House has become a family tradition. The menu is extensive and everything we’ve tried has been delicious! They have an excellent Happy Hour … that includes a HUGE selection of 1/2 price appetizers. I think we have literally ordered everything on the happy hour menu! You can’t beat the price!”
Topgolf
1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, (404) 475-4000
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.Here’s why one Google reviewer says this is one of the best sports bars in Atlanta:: “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 NBA playoffs 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.”Final Word
The Falcons have once again fielded a championship-level team capable of running through the NFC. Although Mercedes-Benz Stadium is nice and all, you’re more interested in the best bars to watch Falcons football in Atlanta.
If that’s the case, we hope you liked our roundup of some great watering holes as well as bars, taverns and food halls where you can watch the Atlanta Falcons rip through the likes of the New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings and New England Patriots.
Keep up with the latest game info on our Sports Page
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The Atlanta Falcons finished the 2018 season with a losing record, missing the playoffs just two years after starring in the Super Bowl. As the Falcons approach the 2019 season, they look to get healthy and get back to winning football.
The 2018 season had many highs and lows and it’s only appropriate that we show you how it transpired.
What was the Atlanta Falcons record last season?
The Falcons finished the 2018 season with a 7-9 record. Here is their record over the last five seasons:
Year Record Finish (Regular / Post Season) 2016 11-5-0 1st — NFC South 2015 8-8-0 2nd — NFC South 2014 6-10-0 3rd — NFC South 2013 4-12-0 3rd — NFC South Here is the Atlanta Falcons 2018 season game-by-game
Eagles 18 – Falcons 12
The Falcons looked to avenge their 15-10 playoff loss to the Eagles earlier in the year, but it wasn’t to be. The loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during Week 1 of the 2018 NFL season set the tone for a mediocre year.
Falcons 31 – Panthers 24
The Falcons looked to slow down Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers in Week 2. Atlanta was too strong for the Panthers and the Falcons won their first game of the season.
Saints 43 – Falcons 37 – OT
The bitter rivals always play a close game and this one was no different. Badly needing a stop in the fourth quarter, two Falcons defenders collapsed on New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees at the 2-yard line and he managed to spin out of it and score a back-breaking touchdown.
Rookie Calvin Ridley would have a breakout game, scoring three touchdowns for Atlanta.
Bengals 37 – Falcons 36
The fan base was starting to get noisy now. A Week 4 showdown against the Bengals was just about a must-win, but it didn’t happen. A touchdown in the closing seasons lifted the Bengals to an improbable win.
Steelers 41 – Falcons 17
The season was showing ominous signs of falling apart when the Steelers faced off against the Falcons. The already besieged defense continued to lose key members as Pittsburgh’s Antonio Brown and Ben Rothlisberger played throw and catch all over the field.
Falcons 34 – Buccuaneers 29
Desperation took hold as the Falcons and Bucs squared off with both teams needing a W. The Falcons finally found some offense and made just enough stops.
Falcons 23 – Giants 20
In Week 7, the Falcons strung together back-to-back victories for the first time all season with a rebuke of the New York Giants.
Falcons 38- Redskins 14
The Falcons started to click on offense against the Washington Redskins, enough to earn their first blowout of the 2018 season. Could this turn the momentum?
Browns 28 – Falcons 16
The Falcons look lost and confused on defense as the Cleveland Browns, young at every skill position, plaster them. Former Georgia Bulldog Nick Chubbs breaks a long run to put a nail in the Falcons’ coffin.
Cowboys 22 – Falcons 19
In a battle of two inefficient offenses, the Falcons fall to the Cowboys in a lackluster performance in Week 11.
Saints 31 – Falcons 17
The Falcons traveled to New Orleans to ruin the Saints’ win streak, but they couldn’t stop Brees and Alvin Kamara when it mattered.
Ravens 26 – Falcons 16
The Falcons needed a win at this point, but injuries on defense overwhelmed their best efforts against the Baltimore Ravens.
Packers 34 – Falcons 20
The Falcons, especially Julio Jones, usually enjoyed great success against the Green Bay Packers, but on this day, everything went wrong.
Falcons 40 – Cardinals 14
With playoff scenarios whizzing over their heads, the Falcons played their best game of the season in a route of the Arizona Cardinals.
Falcons 24 – Panthers 10
With Cam Newton sidelined by injury, the Falcons bested the Panthers for a season sweep.
Falcons 34 – Buccaneers 32
In the Falcons season finale, the Bucs almost spoiled it but couldn’t score in the final minutes as Atlanta hung on for the victory.
How many times have the Falcons played in the Super Bowl?
The Atlanta Falcons have played in two Super Bowls, losing both times. The first time was during the 1998 season in Super Bowl XXXIII. They played the Denver Broncos, losing 34–19.
In the Falcons’ second appearance in the Super Bowl, they were defeated in overtime 34-28 by the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI. The Falcons at one point led that game 28-3.
In the second was eighteen years later, a 34–28 overtime defeat by the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI.
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If you want to know how Atlanta Falcons receiver Julio Jones can turn on the burners after a catch, it’s because he used to play running back.
Jones sat down with former NFL coach Tony Dungy and told him how his love for football originated — and how fast he used to be.
Atlanta Falcons Julio Jones says he used to play running back
What few people know, is that Jones used to be a running back in high school.
“I love to block in the running game probably because I played running back and it’s very important for your receivers to block. You can spring [running backs] so I love blocking,” he said.
Julio said he used to be super-fast in high school. “I think I ran a 4.3 in high school,” he said.
He said he began to really excel when he got new coaches in school. “Joe Williams and Ty Watson (from Hoover) came in and Ty moved me to wideout,” he said. “I moved out to receiver and everything else became history.” True indeed.
Jones has become the premiere wide receiver in the NFL.
He is the first player in NFL history to record five consecutive seasons of gaining at least 1,400 yards. And if you know Jones and the Falcons, there’s a lot more to come.
Read more: See the Atlanta Falcons 2019 opponents
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Are you ready to kickoff the preparations for Super Bowl 53, which will be held in Atlanta in January 2019? If so, the event is looking for some help.
Volunteers are being encouraged to apply right now so that they can have some staff in place for logistics and other things. Don’t expect to make it onto the field to mingle with the players and snap selfies. They’re looking for people who (clap) want (clap) to (clap) help!
The event has launched a website and is ready to go.
Here’s how the call for help reads: “As Atlanta gears up to welcome the NFL in 2019, we will be looking for a group of high energy, passionate volunteers. These super-friendly and dedicated ambassadors for our city will be responsible for making the kind of lasting impressions that are forever memorable. Our goal with the volunteer program is to take the words ‘southern hospitality’ to new heights and provide the kind of warm, hearty welcome to all visitors that is synonymous with Atlanta. Interested? Sign up today to be the first to receive exclusive volunteer news and updates.”
As we all know, the Atlanta Falcons are going to be playing in the big game, marking the first time a home team has hosted a Super Bowl. With that being the case, it’s going to be a blast!
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tlanta Falcons wideout Julio Jones is opening a car dealership in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on Tuesday, according to at AL.com.
Jones prepped at Foley High School in Foley, Alabama, where he starred in football, basketball and track. He is opening the doors of a new Mazda and a Kia dealership, with help from another company which will run it day-to-day.
Jones is expected to be at the grand opening in Alabama on Tuesday.