5 Best Virginia Highland Bars for a Night Out in Atlanta
For a fun night out in Atlanta, Georgia’s trendy Virginia Highland neighborhood, check out these top-rated bars and pubs.
Are you looking for the perfect place to spend an evening out with friends in the Virginia Highland area of Atlanta?
Considered one of the best neighborhoods in the city for its trendy bars, delicious food, and lively nightlife, Virginia Highland is the perfect destination for a night out.
From signature cocktails to live music, you’ll find something for everyone’s tastes. So grab a few friends and come explore what Virginia Highland has to offer!
Top Bars in Virginia Highland, Atlanta
Whether you are in search of a spot to enjoy craft cocktails or microbrews, you will find a wide selection of drinks, top notch service, and lively atmospheres at these top bars in Virginia Highland.
1. Neighbor’s Pub
Neighbor’s Pub is your traditional neighborhood pub with a huge wooden bar in the center of the building. There are booths and tables to sit at if you can score one and room for standing and milling about.
Outside is a patio with plenty of seating perfect for warm summer nights. This is the place you’d go to share a pint with a bunch of friends.
752 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
2. Atkins Park Restaurant & Bar
Atkins Park Restaurant & Bar is Atlanta’s oldest continuously licensed tavern. This bar offers everything from weekend brunch to late-night drinks.
This historic location in Virginia-Highland began as a deli in 1922 and now offers upscale comfort cuisine and great drinks.
794 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306
3. Dark Horse Tavern
Dark Horse Tavern is a 2-level spot for great food, drinks, and live entertainment. They have both indoor space and a covered patio.
Downstairs is 10-High, a live music venue that hosts bands, dancing, and karaoke. This has been a favorite Virginia-Highland bar for more than 30 years.
816 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306
4. Highland Tap
Located below street level, Highland Tap feels like a speakeasy straight out of the 1920s. The wood-lined stairwell opens up into the stonewall, dimly lit cellar with a cozy atmosphere.
The bar is acclaimed for its martini’s, winning plenty of awards from Creative Loafing and Atlanta Magazine.
1026 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
5. Fontaine’s Oyster House
Fontaine’s Oyster House occupies an old-fashioned pub space with a long bar, cozy booth seating, and a large outdoor patio space.
This is a laid-back spot with plenty of happy hour specials, and the kitchen is open until late.
1026 1/2 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Mapping Your Night Out in Virginia Highland
Ready for a fun night out in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland neighborhood? Use the map below to find these top bars in Virginia Highland:
From craft cocktails and late-night bites to live music and trivia, you’ll find it all in Virginia Highlands. So grab your friends and explore the neighborhood – you won’t be disappointed!
Top Atlanta Tours
A guided tour is always a good way to get to know a city! Check out these top Atlanta tours.
- 90-Minute Guided Sightseeing Tour by E-Car
- Atlanta’s Black History and Civil Rights Tour
- Midtown Atlanta Food & Cocktail Tour
Where to Stay in Atlanta
Find the perfect place to rest your head on your Atlanta vacation!
- My Favorite Stay: Westin Peachtree Plaza
- Top Hotel: The Candler Hotel
- Great Value: Hampton Inn & Suites Perimeter Dunwoody
- Unique Stay: Stonehurst Place
Craving More Atlanta Activities?
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Cheers!
Paige
What are your favorite bars in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland neighborhood? Let me know in the comments!
