The Porter Beer Bar

My favorite restaurant in ATL. A tightly packed, Euro-style beer bar that contains nearly 1000 beers if not more than that. Seriously, the beer menu alone is sincerely intimidating. You may go for the outstanding beer and the even better service, but the true secret about The Porter is the food. I’ve had 80% of the menu in the 3 years I’ve been going and I have NEVER had a bad meal. Make sure you try the freshly baked pretzel with beer-cheese.

The bar feels European. Narrow halls of brick, storage up to the ceiling, dark lighting, knowledgeable staff that knows how to leave you the the heck alone to enjoy your drink, and unique shaped glasses giving respect to each drink ordered.

The Porter Beer Bar has got one the best beer selections I've seen in Atlanta. The service is awesome. The menu is a tome, a giant clipboard double-sided with drinks and quick reviews. And the metal and classic punk music doesn't hurt either.

Didn't eat here but it smells amazing.

They even had a super rare whiskey I've been looking to try. Outstanding!

The mussel appetizer was amazing. Great flavor and very hefty portion provided at a great price. The beer selection was outstanding. The selection and variety is heavier in the bottles than draft, but the various types, brands, and styles are great. I will say the draft beers were warmer than I prefer. I would go back to try some of the other options.

Best beer bar in Atlanta? Definitely.

Best beer bar in America? Maybe. But I haven't found anything better.

It's quite an amazing place. Hundreds, maybe a thousand beers. Who knows. The list might as well be kept in a 3 ring binder. Come for the beer but don't forget the page of food. The appetizers are all excellent. Order multiple of each for your party. Especially the goat cheese fritters and salt and vinegar popcorn.

I love The Porter Beer Bar! And I love Jason, the owner. This pub is a welcome addition to JP. The food is great and there is always an option or two for a vegetarian like me. Love the seasonal selections of food and drinks, too. And I love the art on the walls. It's also a great place for Sunday brunch.