October 16, 2024
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Whether you are craving a night of dancing or a sophisticated cocktail, our city has it all. Here is a roundup of the 10 best bars in Atlanta.
Johnny’s Hideaway
3771 Roswell Road NE, Website
Johnny’s Hideaway, “Atlanta’s ONLY Nightclub For Big Kids,” is perfectly retro. If a night of dancing is what you need, Johnny’s will supply.
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The Hotel Clermont Rooftop
789 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE/ Website
A sophisticated and romantic night out certainly calls for a rooftop bar. Admire the Atlanta skyline while enjoying the newest addition to the rooftop bar, the nifty Rooftop Taco Truck.
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Fritti
309 N. Highland Ave. NE / Website
With a buzzy, vibrant atmosphere, wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and innovative craft cocktails, this mainstay is a popular pick for in-the-know locals. Transport yourself to the shores of Italy with the spot’s classic Aperol spritz, brought to life with a harmonious combination of Aperol, prosecco and fizzy soda.
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Northside Tavern
1058 Howell Mill Road NW / Website
If you are looking for the classic “dive” experience accompanied by live music every weekend, make the trip to Northside Tavern. Evolving from a neighborhood grocery store to a blue-collar bar lovingly called Northside Package, this dive hangout is steeped in nostalgia and history.
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Barcelona Wine Bar
240 North Highland Ave. NE; 1085 Howell Mill Road / Website
This wine bar has generated significant buzz for its welcoming atmosphere, sprawling wine list and Spanish-inspired tapas. Visit to sip on popular vino offerings such as the zesty-sweet 2019 Domaine Bechtold Riesling Grand Cru Engelberg from France and the sparkling Avinyó Rosé Reserva Brut Cava.
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Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall
684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave. NE Unit J/ Website
Ladybird is a great place to stop for American cuisine and a casual drink. It is made up of indoor and outdoor spaces, making it the perfect place to throw a party or stop for a casual drink. Its location on the Beltline makes this mess hall an ideal hangout spot for any day of the week.
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Le Bon Nosh
65 Irby Ave NW, Ste. 103 / Website
With inspired, beautifully plated menu offerings and a wide wine selection, Le Bon Nosh is the place to go for your next night out. Restaurant-goers can also shop for popular bottles from Le Bon Nosh, including Willamette Valley-sourced Division chardonnay with notes of oak, pear and stone and Silverado Vineyards Solo cabernet sauvignon from Napa Valley with a cola-inspired flavor profile, among many others.
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Park Tavern
500 10th St. NE/ Website
Fall is ramping up, which also means football season is ramping up. Park Tavern is the place to watch your favorite game with fellow football fanatics. This bar is in the heart of Piedmont Park and is a great stopping point beyond just the gameday rush. The space is not only dog-friendly for your furry companions but also offers sunset sessions and brunch specials.
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Red Phone Booth
17 Andrew Young International Blvd. NE/ Website
Red Phone Booth offers a prohibition experience in the heart of the while staying in the city of Atlanta. Just like the speakeasy of the 1920s, the Red Phone Booth is exclusive and tasteful. While the location is open to the public, guests must secure an exclusive phone number from a member, concierge, or friend to enter. True to its name, the front door is a restored London antique red phone booth.
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The Blind Pig Parlour Bar
128 E Andrews Drive NW, Website
This speakeasy in Buckhead offers a new experience every time you visit. With themes and decor rotating every few months, it is impossible to get tired of this experience. You can find this bar’s hideout at the door behind Chido & Padre’s.
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