Atlanta is a beer lover’s paradise!
Atlanta is simply crawling with amazing breweries, brew pubs, tap houses and beer gardens. We are lucky to have some of the most recognizable names beer names in the country right in our backyard!
So whether you’re looking for a place to unwind after work, a night out with your friends, or a great spot to grab dinner and drinks with your partner, you’re in the right spot!
1. Wild Heaven Beer, West End & Avondale
Address for West End: 1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Address for Avondale: 135B Maple Street Decatur, GA 30030
There are so many awesome and innovative options on offer at Atlanta’s Wild Heaven Beer. If you haven’t seen it around the city already, we recommend their Emergency Drinking Beer which comes in a variety of blends. Try their tropical blend, which has flavors of pineapple, guava and passionfruit, for the perfect fruity treat from the Peach State’s capital.
For more information, check out their website!
2. Hippin Hops, East Atlanta Village & East Lake
Address for EAV: 1308 Glenwood Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
Although Hippin’ Hops is not the first Black-owned craft beer brand in Georgia, it is believed to be the first Black-owned brewery operating out of its own space! They produce a variety of unique ales and lagers, so you’re going to want to try a couple.
They also serve up some tasty seafood! You don’t want to miss out on their delicious oysters.
Come for the eats and drinks and stay for the immaculate vibes at Hippin’ Hops!
For more information, check out their website!
3. New Realm Brewing, Common Ground
Address: 550 Somerset Terrace NE Unit 101, Atlanta, GA 30306
For fantastic brews and a whole lotta’ fun, head down to New Realm Brewing.
With an impressive selection of beers, seltzers, and more, you’ll have plenty to choose from. You can even enjoy a game of cornhole with your friends, over a couple of pints on their awesome outdoor patio.
And since New Realm is located on the beltline, there’s plenty to see right around the corner. Take a stroll and end your night with some delicious brews and eats at New Realm!
For more information, check out their website!
4. SweetWater Brewery, Armour
Address: 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30324
SweetWater Brewing might just be one of the most household names in brewing. Known for their iconic 420 fest that comes to Atlanta every year, SweetWater never disappoints in flavor or fun.
Come for drinks and pub food, and stay for some of their super fun events–like standup comedy, live music, and trivia! With constant innovation when it comes to flavors and brews, each visit to SweetWater is different from the last.
For more information, check out their website!
5. Bold Monk Brewing, Underwood Hills
Address: 1737 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW suite d-1, Atlanta, GA 30318
Head to the Westside for Bold Monk Brewing, an awesome brewpub offering unforgettable brews, Southern-style cooking, a fantastic terrace, and even their own bookstore!
If you like IPAs, we recommend their Shared Spirit, a slightly hazy tropical hop flavor.
And don’t miss out on their amazing weekend brunch as well!
For more information, check out their website!
6. Wild Leap, Downtown Atlanta
Address: 125 Ted Turner Drive SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30313
Wild Leap is another Atlanta staple, offering craft beers, craft cocktails and craft spirits! You’ve probably seen their iconic buffalo cans around in grocery stores, but nothing beats heading over to the brewery for beers and vibes! If you’re into sours, we recommend their blueberry LMN ADE.
Wild Leap is a relatively young brewery, but it’s quickly coming an Atlanta classic.
For more information, check out their website!
7. Three Taverns Imaginarium, The Atlanta Dairies
Address: 777 MEMORIAL DRIVE SE SUITE B103, ATLANTA, GA 30316
The Three Taverns Imaginarium is a fun, funky place to meet up with friends, have some of the most well-loved brews in the city, and have a night of themed trivia.
The Imaginarium is also located right next to the Eastern, a popular concert venue, so you can always pop by before you see your favorite band go on!
For more information, check out their website!8. Halfway Crooks Beer, Summerhill
Address: 60 Georgia Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Halfway Crooks is a ‘no bad memories’ brewery, full of whimsy and fun! They have lots of delicious beers on tap and a kitchen full of good eats! While you’re in the lovely Summerhill neighborhood, you’ve absolutely got to check them out!
For more information, check out their website!
9. Elsewhere Brewing, Grant Park & West Midtown
Address for Grant Park: 1039 Grant Street S.E. #B34, Atlanta, GA 30315
Address for West Midtown: 950 West Marietta St NW Suite A135, Atlanta, GA 30318
One of the many fabulous things to do in Atlanta’s historic Grant Park neighborhood, head to this local hotspot for chilled-out vibes, as well as fantastic food and drinks. They frequently play host to a plethora of events including quiz night and drag brunch!
And their brand new location in West Midtown is already setting up amazing events! Don’t miss out!
For more information, check out their website!
10. Ironmonger, Marietta
Address: 2129 Northwest Parkway Suite 105, Marietta, Ga 30067
For a unique brewery experience in Atlanta, head to Ironmonger. At Ironmonger, not only can you sample some of the brewery’s tasty beers, but you can throw axes! Compete amongst friends while sampling their innovative menu. Try out a couple of their unique and tempting flavors!
For more information, check out their website!
11. Monday Night Brewing, West Midtown & West End
Address for West Midtown: 670 Trabert Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Address for West End: 933 Lee St. SE Atlanta, GA 30310
Weekends are overrated at Monday Night Brewing. With two locations across the city, this place is an Atlanta brewing legend. These guys have a Mexican beer called Taco Tuesday, to accompany your Tuesday treat perfectly.
Their wall of ties proves that working people should relax with a nice brew after a long day!
For more information, check out their website!
12. Second Self Beer Company, West Midtown
Address: 1317 Logan Circle Northwest, Atlanta, GA, 30318
For an incredible selection of names and flavors, head down to Second Self Beer Company. Havana Night is the perfect brew if you’re feeling fruity. If the guava sour doesn’t lift your spirits, then their other beers will!
Plus, every Thursday, they have $10 pitchers of your favorite beer. It doesn’t get much better than that!
For more information, check out their website!
13. Fire Maker, West Midtown
Address: 975 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Try the Peach Whiskey Sour brew at Fire Maker Brewing for an authentic taste of Georgia. This place is one of Atlanta’s many family owned and built businesses.
They also have some delicious snacks. We can’t recommend the shareable charcuterie platter enough!
For more information, check out their website!
14. Scofflaw Brewing Co., West Midtown
Where: 1738 MacArthur Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Beloved by many locals, Scofflaw Brewing is solidifying itself as one of the best breweries in the ATL. They might have started in the basement (literally) but now Scofflaw is rising to the top!
Try their amazing Tropical Staycation if you’re into sours!
For more information, check out their website!
15. Urban Tree Cidery, West Midtown
Address: 1465 Howell Mill RD NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Atlanta’s first cidery might not be a brewery, exactly, but it would be amiss not to include in on this list!
Famous for their events and delicious cider, Urban Tree is the perfect place to take your friends and enjoy the vibe! Try their Wild on Cherry cider for something with a little pucker to it, and if you’re not sure what you like, participate in one of their tastings to find out!
For more information, check out their website!
16. Arches Brewing
Address: 3361 Dogwood Drive, Hapeville, GA 30354
If you’re looking for a super original craft brewery to try out, you’ve gotta hit up Arches Brewing in Hapeville! With tons of delicious lagers and ales on tap, they’re perfect if you’re headed back from the ATL airport!
For more information, check out their website!