A good craft brew can hit the sweet spot when watching the kickoff on the big screen at your favorite sports bar. Here are just a few of Atlanta’s best suburban sports bars for fans of football and beer.
This story originally appeared in the August issue of Living Northside magazine.
Jerseys Sports Bar and Grille
Jerseys serves SweetWater and more popular names, in addition to choices from other Southern breweries like Alabama-based Straight to Ale Brewing. Fun fare includes Thai chicken skewers and the oft-requested beer cheese soup, made with Wisconsin cheese, beer, broccoli, potato and bacon. Sounds delish. 2550 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. 678-909-3612.
Suburban Tap Tavern and Grille
Suburban Tap wants to keep you coming back for televised sports, craft beer, spirits and good food. You can down brews from Georgia to Vermont to Belgium. The Tap has about 35 (mainly) craft offerings on tap and 60 more in the bottle. Munchies include 18 flavors of wings and seven burger varieties, along with other sandwiches, wraps and plates. 1318 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. 770-977-4467. suburbantap.com
Roswell Tap
This place is a neighborhood bar with an intimate feel and flat-panel screens both inside and on the porch. Foodies will enjoy the menu, which has Southern pork nachos and Grit Chips; a honey barbecue bourbon burger; bratwurst with sauerkraut; pizza and calzones; and wings, of course. 1090 Alpharetta St., Roswell. 770-992-9206. theroswelltap.com
Hudson Grille
The Alpharetta spot sports SEC team banners hanging from the ceiling. Dark wood paneling and booths create a club atmosphere with more than two dozen television screens. The craft beer selection runs the gamut and includes several local brews, including Jekyll Brewery's Hop Dang Diggity and Terrapin Hopsecutioner. The large bar serves more than 40 shooters, in addition to signature cocktails. Small bites are served along with larger plates such as blackened seared tuna salad, shrimp and grits, and more. Ohio State University fans flock here on game days. 865 N. Main St., Alpharetta. 770-777-4127. hudsongrille.com
Bobby G's Chicago Eatery
Bobby G's is a go-to place for Bears, Cubs and Blackhawks fans who can bask in sports memorabilia that festoon the walls. Mother Earth's Weeping Willow and Heileman's Old Style are among several craft beers on tap and in the bottle. Munch on Chicago food faves such as Italian beef sandwiches and, of course, pizza with "Da-Works." 12990 Ga. 9, Milton. 770-772-0710. bobbygs.com
Buffalo Wild Wings
For an array of domestic, imported and craft beers with their traditional sports bar menu, head over to Buffalo Wild Wings. Redds, Goose Island, Rebel IPA, Blue Moon and Sam Adams are among their selections. While traditional wings are a given, more adventurous folks can try the signature Jammin' Jalapeno wings, known as "sweet heat" and prepared with a dash of tequila and lime. 2375 Mansell Road, Alpharetta. 678-352-4599. buffalowildwings.com
Coldbrew's Sports Bar and Grill
Coldbrew's is an upscale eatery for serious game-day fans. The brick and wood decor creates a sports vibe; menu items boast a variety of oyster dishes, wings, ribs, steak and dessert; and the beer, wine and cocktail menus are extensive. Craft selections include Jailhouse, Wild Heaven, Eventide and other local breweries. 880 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. 678-639-7297. coldbrewsoysterbar.com
Tony's Sports Bar and Grill
Make the most of major televised sports with flat screens posted in the poker bar over pool tables, as well as in the main bar and dining area at Tony's. You'll find a good, basic craft selection that includes Full Sail, SweetWater and Sam Adams. Hookah is offered as an unexpected extra for enthusiasts. Burgers, wraps, chips and dip, pizza and many other bites are on the menu. 8610 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. 770-552-2233. tonyssportsbar.com
The Bird Rotisserie and Sports
The Bird is an unofficial home for Steeler Nation football fans. It boasts two dozen flat panel screens and individual TVs at booths. Craft beers include local brews by SweetWater and Reformation, but be mindful that choices change weekly. Wings, burgers and more classic sports bar munchies are on the menu. Try the "Rickey," a grilled cheese sandwich named after the chef, with four cheeses, fried hot dog slices and pepperoni on garlic bread. 4719 Ashford-Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody. 770-804-8288. thebirdatlanta.com
T.MAC
T.Mac, also known as Taco Mac, has 150 beers on tap and 200 more in bottles at its location at The Prado in Sandy Springs. Fifty TV screens showcase a plethora of sporting events with NFL Sundays being the most crowded. Booth tables have two sizable screens facing opposite directions to accommodate patrons sitting across from each other. Arrive early to be closest to the television showing your game. This flagship location is where food items are tested, so look for the adventurous and new, as well as the tried-and-true wings and Tex-Mex. 5600 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. 404-941-1503. tmacrestaurants.com
Five Seasons Brewing Company
Five Seasons brews their beers on site setting them apart from the competition. All seven have their own unique qualities including Two Pence Porter which is blended with English hops and hints of chocolate, malt and coffee. The bar also has several quality brands of whiskey. The eatery has a complete menu for hearty appetites and health-conscious patrons. 5600 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. 404-244-5911. 5seasonsbrewing.com
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