37 Best Beer Bars near Decatur

“We've found some solid burger joints around Atlanta, and Smiley's Burger Club is right up there with the best of them. Their burgers are top notch—every bite shows they care about quality. Service is great too. Fair warning: it's pricier than your typical burger spot, but if you're in the mood for an exceptional burger, it's worth the splurge. We'll be back when we're craving something special.“

“The dim lights, light music, beautiful architecture, wonderful wait staff, and the food is one of a kind! Cooked to perfection and not one second overcooked… we enjoyed our waitress Amanda! Very accommodating and knowledgeable about the menu. Will be back many times in the future!!“

“Love walking over here for solid selections of non-alcoholic & THC bevvies. Dozens of beer selections on draft or solid range of canned craft. There’s a lot of range of wines bottled or draft, but I don’t really drink that frequently. Sake selection is also solid. Can’t sample here since it looks like it’s a package store, but seasoned bartenders usually give solid recs and can help point you in the right direction. They have giveaways frequently on IG and haven’t won one yet but trying (pls pick me)!!! Super chill spot.“

“As someone with a lot of food restrictions, I LOVE that Boxcar provides the option to inform them of your food needs in their reservation system. And I can attest that they take it very seriously. When I showed up, they confirmed my food restrictions at each stage (hostess, server taking the order, server delivering the order)... but it didn't feel stressful or oppressive at all. They were kind and understanding.

Aside from that, the food is great (whether you have restrictions or not), the atmosphere is fun, and it's a GREAT place to bring large or small groups. I've been there several times, and each time it has been a wonderful experience.“

“So the restaurant is open on a limited basis from Thursday to Saturday as of this date. But room service is available for guests at the malfunction prone Embassy Suites on 17th street. I called for room service during dinner rush. About 20 minutes later there’s a knock on the door - it’s the restaurant manager : “I tried to call you, “ he said. (the phone wasn’t working it appears?). He wanted me to know they had run out of what I’d ordered but he’d be happy to bring me something else for the same price. And then 15-minutes later he returned with my order which was freshly made and tasty. Give this guy a medal for good food and superlative service!“

“Absolutely great customer service and excellent food and coffee! Came after the Taylor Swift Concert and the place was hoppin’! The staff were all awesome and friendly even with how busy they were. The coffee was excellent, Lavender Haze on the Taylor’s menu was chefs kiss! They were even kind enough to make my 8 year old a Taylor’s version hot chocolate with a little lavender in it! Food was delicious! We will absolutely be back on our next Atlanta visit!“

“Small Place at the end of terminal A. Found it because I googled food options and trusted the ratings. Devoured the chicken schnitzel which was absolutely delicious. It’s on a bed of shredded potatoes and tasted fresh, crunchy, and juicy. I would give 5 stars even if it wouldn’t be at an airport. Finding this kind of food at an airport should qualify for ten stars.“

“Taproom is our go to spot for meetings, great coffee and excellent service. Been a neighborhood staple/homebase for years. Love this place.“

“Try the black truffle deviled eggs!!!“

“A good place to grab a drink and a snack, but as a spot for dinner it falls a little short. They have a great drink list and the appetizers we tried were delicious. Service was also spot on, we were well taken care of.

I think where this place really shines is the drinks and light dishes. We both had a glass of wine and a cocktail and all were good. Obviously the drink list caters more towards wine, but there is something for everyone here.

The small plates were also very good. We had the egg and the beef tartar. Both were good quality, good flavor, really cant say anything wrong about them. The egg was like a medium boiled egg split in two with accoutrements on top. I was expecting more of a miller union style egg, but this was still really good. My wife also thought the fries were the best fries she has ever had.

Here is where things start to break down. Dinner was... fine. We had the poulet and the sea bream. Both left something to be desired. The sauce on the chicken was overly gelatinous and approaching the consistency of caramel. The flavor was also nothing fantastic, almost just like a fancy bbq sauce. The fish, while good, had a really really odd plating and now that I think back on it bordered on comical (see pics). It was basically served in a light broth with a TON of carrots underneath, and it just didn't make much sense for the price point it was at.

Atmosphere sadly has typical to all the trendy spots these days, a little loud, a little too big, and just an overall feeling of impersonal. It's almost like all these places are over operationalized without enough thought given to personal interactions, everything feels artificial.

All that being said, I still think this is worth a visit and I give it 5 stars assuming that you are going for a drink and a light meal.“

“This place was great! After an experience next door we crashed here and was NOT disappointed. We were greeted and reviewed the menu. Ordered the eggplant parmesan, meatballs, pizza and wine. We sat at the bar in front of the wood fire ovens. Got to watch our meals being prepared and had the most pleasant conversation with the pizza makers. The meatballs were FIRE! They were amazing, wonderful combo of meats and hand made…AMAZING. The pizza was also just the best pizza I have had in a long time. They finish with actual Italian olive oil which took the experience to another level. Then oh whoa almost forgot about their dessert. We ordered the pistachio cake and tiramisu. WOW, the dessert was simply beautiful and perfect amount of sweetness. Everything was fresh and amazing. All the employees there were wonderful welcoming and kind. Such a great place! Will be back for sure!!“

“So glad I finally got here! The staff was welcoming and friendly; the vibe is nice and comfortable; the beer is very good! Wish I lived closer because I’d be here often!🍻“

“Amazing experience!! The food and drinks were awesome; however, most importantly the customer service was TOP TIER!! I will definitely be a regular customer.“

“Absolutely one of the best Vibe places I have ever experienced.“

“All I can say is wow! I suffer from gout and did a little research and found that mead has lower purines than IPAs, especially Hazy IPAs. I had previously had mead at festivals but after having Dragon’s Nectar and being able to drink more than 1 because of gout flare ups, I am hooked and can’t wait to expand my mead consumption. I was able to drink 4 devils nectar with zero adverse affects and what’s even better? I enjoyed the taste, the buzz and zero hangover. Regardless if you suffer from gout, if you haven’t experienced mead or it’s been a long time since you had it, I highly suggest giving it a try.“

“Went there on Tuna Thursday and loved it! Will be back for sure!!“

“Gorgeous interior. Nice bartenders. Black owned. I enjoyed.“

“Beer, coffee, entertainment. All the best things.“

“Traveling in the area and was looking for a bite to eat, discovered Fat Matts and so glad we did. Awesome food and service, some of the best ribs we have had. Down to earth great people and loved seeing them take care of their community. 10/10 would recommend“

“Food was excellent. I love the atmosphere as well. Great people and great service all around. Ask for Anissa she is awesome! Great big smile surely lights up the room!“

“Kourtland was beyond amazing!! He’s such an asset and probably the best server I’ve ever had. He was attentive, knowledgeable, hilarious, kind, passionate and so much more. He deserves a raise and we will definitely be coming back just to see Kourtland.“

“It is a nice place for a date night, to hang out with your friends, or to simply have a beer by yourself. Great atmosphere!“

“This place is great! The selection of beers is impressive and the prices are as well. There are no flights available but you can get 4oz samplers, 4 samplers for $10 which is great. You can spend a whole evening here just trying new flavors with the approx 50 different choices available. There’s some outdoor seating available which is nice since it’s a lot calmer outside. Thank you Scarlett for the good recommendations of both Weiss beer and Belgian ales.“

“I Was Completely Blown Away At This Restaurant. I Was Sat By A Beautiful Host Which Turn Out To Be My Server. Renisha Was Very Knowledgeable About The Ga Craft Beers. She did an amazing job by explaining each item on the menu. I Gave Her The Opportunity Of Ordering My Food and Beer. Oh Boy She Did Not Disappoint. I had the Blackened Catfish with rice and beans and an Orange Still Diva Beer To Drink. It was her two favorite items and I had no complaints! Renisha service was the best service I have had in years. My water cup was never low and if I had more time I would have had another beer. Renisha Was Very Patient With Me Even Though The Restaurant Was Very Busy. She is also a team player and is willing to pick up the slack from others. As A Restaurant Manager Please Give This Server Her Flowers, She Deserves it !“

“My friend and I were starving and although we were surrounded with bars most of them had stopped serving food. Luckily Ormsby's was still open and we were able to catch the kitchen at the last minute. Joshua got us a table and put in our order just in time for the kitchen. He's a host and he definitely didn't have to do that. We were so grateful. Then we met our actual server Joseph. Let me tell you as a fellow industry worker, I have so much respect for the way this man can work a room. He was so friendly and took exceptional care of us despite how busy the bar was. My friend had never been to Ormsby's and now she can't stop talking about it. The food was great, but we're definitely coming back to see Joseph. Next time we'll get there earlier. :)“

“Always a good time with the bartenders. Very attentive and they won’t hesitate to tell you when something on the food menu sucks.“

“It was our 35th Class Reunion. We had a good size group of 50 or more people. Even with the regular visitors, the staff was quick as they could be and very professional. We appreciate that!! -B.E. Mays High School Class of 1988“

“Inviting atmosphere, knowledgeable Mixologist, a well curated selection of spirits. My wheelhouse is whiskey, served neat. They had several top shelf selections I have been looking to try, and many that I will return to try. Not sure what to try, just ask, they will not steer you wrong. Thanks for catering to my taste. Kudos!“

“If you like Caribbean food - this is good! Plus good music from the dj (if you like reggae) 😎“

“Maggiesssss is the perfect after work spot!!! After a long day u can come and destress, take over the jukebox, catch up with friends and meet new faces! Always a pleasure to see Macih/Nigel, D, Megan and everyone else working there. Fantastic!“

“Amazing experience! We loved everything and the service was impeccable.“

“Great choice of hotel by Hilton“

“I have to share with you how marvelous the staff at Your Pie are. I ordered my usual custom pizza on the app, but had some trouble before I could get it to go through. When I got there, the young lady asked me if I really intended to order a cheese pizza--because that is what came through--but she knew that I usually get something much more elaborate... SO, they didn't do the cheese pizza, but waited for me to come, so they could check first. I was SO STUNNED AND GRATEFUL that they pay such close attention to their customers! I didn't mind a bit waiting while they fixed my usual pizza for me. What kind, kind people!!!!“

“Always have a great time here. whether I'm alone or with friends. great food and better drinks😊“

“After all my years in Atlanta I finally had the chance to experience Park Tavern. After a day in the park, I told my friends I wanted wings. They advised that the wings at Park Tavern were good and we should go. Of course I am always game for trying new places, thus we walk across the grass and into the Tavern. Immediately upon walking in I am in awe of the amount of space, this establishment does not look this big from the outside. However, it is hugeeeeeeeeeee!!! As the weather was beautiful and the atmosphere on the covered patio was vibrant, we decided to sit in that area. Park Tavern has a almost “Self-Serve” kind of setup and I love it. You go to the bar to place your order. Upon placing your order they take your cell number as they may text you when your food is ready to be picked up. Once you receive the text which states “This is Park Tavern! Your food is ready!” you head to the second bar and pick up your order, grab your utensils and condiments and head back to your seat. This flow works so well and is to the benefit of myself as a customer as well as the establishment as a whole. With the staff shortages that are plaguing the Atlanta area, this model is aligned to work to the benefit of all! (In my personal opinion!) I decided to get the 10 piece wings “Hot” with a side of Tater Tots. Once my food was ready, I immediately went to pick it up. I emphasize the word “immediately” as though there was no delay in my time from advisory of food readiness to pick up, my tater tot’s were already cool. I won’t say cold, however, they were cooler than room temperature but two steps above cold. However, for a non fresh hot tater tot they were still good. I can only imagine how good they would be had they been fresh out the grease. My wings were amazing. Super meaty, well done, and well seasoned. The “Hot” isn’t super hot but has a perfect spicy kick to it that enhances the flavor profile of the wing and seasonings. The wings weren’t too greasy and truly are worth a trip back for another order. LoL!! Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Park Tavern. The bar staff was friendly and all smiles, and the ambiance of the Tavern was very chill and laid back. Perfect spot for a good meal with friends or a laid back date.“

“If you like Caribbean food - this is good! Plus good music from the dj (if you like reggae) 😎“

“The staff goes above and beyond! Definitely have to ask for Lauren or DJ. They're the best bartenders by far. Highly recommend.“