The 5 Best Bars in Atlanta

The Earl

Looking to catch some live entertainment while you sip an ice-cold cocktail? The Earl is known for its reliably fantastic line up of live entertainment.  The more you come, the more you’ll be impressed with what it has to offer you. With the combination of the local bands and the native food, you can get the real cultural Atlanta experience.

M Bar

If you’re not into the idea of a casual bar scene and are seeking something a little more chic and upscale, have a cocktail at M Bar. M Bar prides itself on being elegant, sexy, and stylish. Just because the place is dressy, doesn’t mean you have to be. Come straight from work or out for the evening with a group of friends and indulge in the delicious food followed, or joined, by some of M bar’s signature drinks. Either way, don’t make any other plans for the evening, because once you’re in M Bar, you won’t want to leave.

The Local

Grab a beer in the neighborhood at The Local. What makes this stop one of the best bars in Atlanta? Well, The Local is no fancy stop, and that’s what people to love about it. With classic American bar food, and an assortment of beer, The Local is a prime spot to catch happy hour after a long day of work or just to meet up with some friends for the evening.

The Porter Beer Bar

Want a place where the bar food is as good as the booze? The Porter Beer is your spot. For years now The Porter Beer Bar has been voted best bar food. They offer an extensive lunch, dinner, and brunch menu, but if you’re in it for the beer, don’t get discouraged. The Porter Beer Bar has a list of over 430 beers. That’s right folks, even if you had one a day for a year, you wouldn’t be able to try them all. So if you’re in the mood for a hearty meal paired with some delicious beer, spend your evening at The Porter Beer Bar.

529

529 is an intimate spot split between a cozy bar and a small music venue. There are so many traits of this bar that make it one of Atlanta’s best. Although there’s music playing, any visitor can still enjoy a casual conversation. 529’s bar caters to visitors of every caliber.

The drink choice at 529 can change from a $2 beer to the most coveted brands of top-shelf liquors for a fancy cocktail. The best time to come to 529 is when a band you’re interested in cycles through. Unfamiliar with the line up? No problem, 529 hosts a variety of performers and music genres so don’t be afraid to show up unaware of whose playing. 529 is where fun meets comfort, and they both invite you in for a drink.

Want to step your party up a notch? Head to one of the top 5 Atlanta clubs.