Perhaps you’re the type who unwinds with a hookah bar before heading out for a nightcap, or maybe you’re looking for a few drinks before hitting up the best BBQ spots in town. These Atlanta bars have perfectly made drinks and the kind of welcoming Southern hospitality Atlanta is known for. Sneak in during an off-time to soak in the atmosphere or head out with the crowds on a busy weekend night or big game day for the full experience - even if there’s a wait to belly up to the bar you’ll be handsomely rewarded. Whether you’re a local looking for a cool new place to hang or a visitor hoping to check out some local institutions, the best bars in Atlanta have the drinks and the vibes to cure what ails you.
And Atlanta’s bars deserve recognition too. Atlanta has a buzzy food scene with amazing restaurants that have racked up accolades near and far.
