Best & Cool Bars in Atlanta

"There are two outposts of Six Feet Under, Atlanta’s most popular drinking and eating hangout. Both offer relaxed and rustic rooftop bars, but for the best views head to West Midtown. The drinks are good too, but don’t leave without sampling the seafood – they’re famous for it."

"Multiple locationsBoth the Grant Park and West Midtown locations of Six Feet Under are open for patio service. You can’t go wrong with either spot, but Grant Park does offer that double whammy view of the skyline and Oakland Cemetery."

"While Marietta has the Big Chicken, Buckhead has the Big Fish. The Big Fish is a 65-foot-long bronze fish in front of the Atlanta Fish Market, which is part of the famed Buckhead Life Restaurant Group. Location: 265 Pharr Road NE"

"A post shared by Hilton Atlanta (@hiltonatlanta) on Nov 10, 2018 at 10:00am PST. Spend a romantic night out and have dinner at Nikolai’s Roof!. This sky high place does not only serve the finest meals but the finest views of the city - especially in the evening."

"This Hilton Hotel hot spot features some of Atlanta's best views. From the 30th floor of the Hilton, diners can enjoy some of the best seafood in Atlanta and the sights of the city..."

"This Inman Park spot is doing taco to-go boxes along with a bunch of alcohol options, like beer, canned cocktails, and mimosa kits. Check their Instagram for daily taco selections, and find the full menu on their website."

"Sanctuary is a Buckhead dance club and lounge that is the place to be if you want to listen to some Latin sounds. Club heads flock to the Bachata Room and Viernes Tropicales on Fridays. One Google reviewer says: “Excellent salsa class before club opens… group of friends went on a Friday night the instructor was friendly, fun and easy to follow."

"Ever heard about a nightclub giving free salsa classes during the weekends?. Welcome to Sanctuary Nightclub!. Arrive early and get some free dance lessons!"

"Combining spicy Thai flavors with deftly prepared sushi and ramen, Silom Thai and Sushi Bar blends the best of both worlds in a lively atmosphere appropriate for its Buckhead address. It’s all about the curry on the Thai side of things with bombastic sushi rolls and comforting ramen bowls looming to keep things interesting."

"Chase Medlin, the former head brewer of Twain’s Brewpub and Billiards in Decatur, opened Contrast Artisan Ales in Chamblee in 2018. The brewery is located on Peachtree Road with an outdoor space out front. Some brews have hip-hop references, including the Boom Bap double dry-hopped IPA and the Hypnotize Biggie stout."

"Brewmaster Chase Medlin, the man behind Slow Pours Brewing, Twains and Locomotions, has opened another spot to get your ale on: Contrast Artisan Ales. Menu faves-to-be: Double Dry-hopped Fever Dream DIPA w/ Citra. The new brewpub is located in Chamblee, a short distance from Lowes home improvement."

"Scofflaw’s original 18,000 square-foot facility and a tasting room, located in the Bolton neighborhood, is still a favorite among locals and westside residents, much like the POG Basement IPA. Now the brewery has a second location nearby at the Works in Underwood Hills. Currently open Thursday through Sunday, Dr. Scofflaws includes a huge rectangular bar of taps offering the brewery’s standards and special releases. Grab a seat on the outdoor patio featuring the jagged remains of an old brick wall, outdoor heaters, and games."

"Photo: Monday Night Brewing (West Midtown – 670 Trabert Ave, Atlanta)/Facebook. After SweetWater, Monday Night Brewing is one of the most well-known craft outfits in Atlanta. The brews are inspired from a couple of homebrewers who went professional, and the quality is top of the line."

"With a nod to its slogan, “Weekends are Overrated,” Monday Night Brewing holds tours Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The brewery does make an exception with Saturday tours from 1 to 4 p.m. Don’t miss the Fu Manbrew and, for IPA lovers, Eye Patch Ale."

"A non-alcoholic ginger soda is very popular with kids, who are welcome to visit with parents. Lots of places to play games, like cornhole and shuffleboard are available. Leashed dogs are invited, too."

"A photo posted by Ace 🇺🇸🇦🇺 (@ace.down.under) on Aug 2, 2016 at 7:58am PDT. This specific diner holds a special place in my heart, and it's not just because of the amount of neon lights strung along the walls. Not only do they serve grade-A diner food 24/7, but every day they have late night karaoke."

"Metro Cafe Diner opened in downtown Atlanta’s Peachtree Center in 2006. This is where to head for all-day breakfast fare, wings, classic burgers, and even baby back ribs and platters of spaghetti. There’s a live DJ and karaoke every night beginning at 8 p.m."

"The Majestic is a quintessential old-school diner that has served “food that pleases” 24 hours a day since 1929. Patronage in the last three decades has seen a shift from leather-clad hair band groupies lingering in the smoke-filled dining room to a more wholesome mix of father-son duos grabbing a short stack after a soccer game and sorority girls nibbling salads between classes. The eclectic short order menu includes breakfast staples, delightfully greasy burgers, and even a splash of Greek cuisine tossed in for good measure."

"The Majestic on Ponce de Leon has been soaking up Atlanta’s booze 24/7 since 1929. Some nights or weekend mornings simply call for comfort food. The restaurant serves up strong coffee with diner classics like steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, grilled cheese and fries, and the Ponce dog piled high with chili, cheese, and onions."

"This Ponce mainstay is open 24 hours, so stumble on in any time between your visit to Virginia Highlands or to the Clermont, whichever way you roll. Grease comes in traditional diner varieties, from burgers to grits."

"The Stone Mountain Scenic Railroad is a standard gauge railroad that circles the perimeter of Stone Mountain Park in a loop, and provides views of the mountain en route."