By Stumpy's Bear

October 27, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this

while I feel like Twain’s is still working out the kinks in their beers, it’s one of the best bars in Atlanta, period.

By Hank

October 27, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this

Twain’s is currently the best brewpub in the Atlanta area. They’ve started stepping it up with barrel aged offerings and a wide range of brews available.

By DW

October 27, 2008 9:34 AM | Link to this

Five Seasons Brewery in Sandy Springs.

By promark

October 27, 2008 9:40 AM | Link to this

I’m a fan of 5 Seasons. They have, by far, the best food of any other brewpub in Atlanta. They also brew some good ones; I’m a fan of their seasonal scotch ale (though its name escapes me).

By plkenny

October 27, 2008 9:44 AM | Link to this

5 Seasons Brewery in Sandy Springs. Be adventurous - don’t use a menu and let Dennis pair up some foods and beer for you.

By RUChinaDoll

October 27, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this

Def Twain’s.

By RUChinaDoll

October 27, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this

Def Twain’s.

By Jill

October 27, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this

No question it’s the Brick Store Pub.

By CBL

October 27, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this

Twains in Decatur is my favorite brewpub. I wish Park Tavern would get their act together. The last time I went there, they were out of half of their beers due to some “problems” with their brewer. The place has huge potential with its location if they could get the beer right and not be so satisfied with making all their money from wedding receptions every weekend.

I know Brick Store Pub is not a brewpub, but it’s the absolute best place in this city to drink good beer and have decent (and cheap) pub grub.

By Jill

October 27, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this

Oh, duh, brew pub… I’m a moron. 5 Seasons.

By RK

October 27, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this

Five Seasons Brewery in Sandy Springs.

By Smack

October 27, 2008 11:07 AM | Link to this

Rock Bottom Brewery!

By Decaturflyer

October 27, 2008 11:12 AM | Link to this

I like Twains, it is a good place to go with the kids. That said, their beer is average and the food is terrible. 5 Seasons had good beer and great food, lots of healthy choices. I love the Brick Store, but they don’t brew their own beer, so it is not a brew pub.

By Otis

October 27, 2008 11:31 AM | Link to this

Jill:

It’s (hic) okay, (burp) we forgive (hic) you … .uh, (burp) was I finished (hic)?!

By Jimbo

October 27, 2008 12:36 PM | Link to this

Brick Store Pub doesn’t count (though I wish it could, somehow) since no beer is brewed on premises.

My vote is for Twain’s or 5 Seasons. Screw Rock Bottom and Gordon Biersch. Park Tavern is pretty mediocre.

By Lou

October 27, 2008 1:17 PM | Link to this

It’s not a brew pub, but Vickeries at Glenwood Park is to me the best bar in Atlanta. You go 2 or 3 times and everyone that works there is calling you by your first name; always the same regulars too. Give it a try. So 2 others are really good; Steinbeck’s in Oakhurst/Decatur and the Yacht Club in Little 5 points; beers are great, but the service is even better. I hate the new Twains; I think they ruined it.

By Lou

October 27, 2008 1:20 PM | Link to this

Ok, places that brew their own beer??? I’d have to vote Rock Bottom Brewery in that case.

By Will

October 27, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

Hands down, it’s 5 Seasons.

By GTBUZZ

October 27, 2008 1:28 PM | Link to this

I brew my own beer and meth in my basement in midtown.

By Lou

October 27, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

Park Tavern is a fun place to go, but yah, the service stinks. Brick Store rules. What was that place that used to be in Buckhead that closed?? I think it was John Harvard’s; great place.

By diego

October 27, 2008 1:50 PM | Link to this

Rock Bottom

(Twain’s beer is low quality and its bartenders are unattentive, pompous bozos. But it does have a nice decor.)

By Lou

October 27, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this

The old Twain’s was the bomb. My last visit to Decatur brought me quite a shock to see a Buckhead-esqe new Twains. Decatur is still my favorite part of town though.

By MYLES

October 27, 2008 2:46 PM | Link to this

MY VOTE GOES TO 5 SEASONS. THEY HAVE TWO LOCATIONS AND A THIRD ON THE WAY.

By Jim Ivie

October 27, 2008 3:01 PM | Link to this

Timbers Brew House in 30082! Their signature beer is JUICY!!!

By David

October 27, 2008 3:18 PM | Link to this

5 Seasons in the Prado is by far the best. Great selection of beer styles and all of them are excellent. And they’re served in the proper or traditional glass for the style of beer. Very cool.

By Otis

October 27, 2008 3:26 PM | Link to this

I (hic) like the (burp) dumpster behinf Green’s (hic) myself … uh, what was the (burp) question?

By C.J.

October 27, 2008 3:45 PM | Link to this

The North River Tavern on Roswell Road is the best brew pub in Atlanta, hands down. Fantastic selection of beer, delicious menu, live music, every game broadcast, and great service…what more could one need?

By Wally

October 27, 2008 4:06 PM | Link to this

The last time I went to 5 Seasons in the Prado the service was AWFUL. And the Caesar Salad I ordered with my dinner was a plate of whole romaine lettuce leaves. Whole leaves! They couldn’t spend a minute tearing those up for me?

But like many people on this board, if I’m going out for a beer I’m going “upstairs and to the left” at the Brick Store Pub. The staff knows their stuff and the food complements the beer. If I lived in Decatur I’d be there every night. So, it’s probably good that I don’t live in Decatur.

By B

October 27, 2008 5:03 PM | Link to this

5 Seasons in Sandy Springs is by far the best brew pub in the Atlanta Area! I love their Seven Sisters Brew!

By weatherboy

October 27, 2008 5:05 PM | Link to this

Max Lagers downtown usually has some very good beers on tap. Location not the best but it works on the way to a ball game for dinner.

By C

October 27, 2008 5:25 PM | Link to this

The Grange in Decatur(located in the Angels old building).

By Steve

October 27, 2008 5:34 PM | Link to this

What’s with people saying Twain’s? Both the beer and the food are below average at best, but they look great compared to the service of the idiots that are employed there.

By Luis Sandoval

October 27, 2008 5:51 PM | Link to this

P’Cheen in the Old Fourth Ward. Theyve got great beer selection and great food to go with.

By Fishman

October 27, 2008 5:51 PM | Link to this

It has to be 5 SEASONS; The seven sisters are really good although I’ve never had all seven at one time…

By Kimmy P

October 27, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

5 Seasons is the best. Nothing cookie cutter or chain restaurant about it!

By ATLien

October 27, 2008 6:11 PM | Link to this

P’Cheen does not brew their own beer. Although I do love their specials and all you can eat crab legs.

Twains - Hands Down.

By Riley M.

October 27, 2008 6:23 PM | Link to this

5 Seasons in Sandy Springs, definitely.

By s

October 27, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this

Twains

By FM Fats

October 27, 2008 6:42 PM | Link to this

Their hearts are in the right place at Twain’s, but Five Seasons is the class of this bunch.

By Harry

October 27, 2008 8:57 PM | Link to this

5 Seasons is the original Atlanta brew pub. Great beer, food and people…what more could you want?

By Kady

October 27, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this

No doubt - it is in ATLANTA not in the burbs….Charlie G’s…hands down….great food, drinks…jukebox…lol…the bartenders could be better….not really friendly but can pour a great cocktail….

By Jan

October 27, 2008 10:32 PM | Link to this

I’ve dined at many brewpubs across the country and 5 Seasons in Sandy Springs is one of the best. I’ve been a regular since it opened. The great menu, quality of the food, the beers, and the staff keep me coming back. If you have not been there, please try it!

By Genie

October 28, 2008 1:38 AM | Link to this

…andthe winner is: SOUTHSIDE THEATRE GUILD! “A gem” of a theater: creative shows / 5 a year, Celebrating their 36th Season. A good mix of talent, you will enjoy a big-time show in the little “town” of Fairburn, Georgia…

By Genie

October 28, 2008 1:38 AM | Link to this

…andthe winner is: SOUTHSIDE THEATRE GUILD! “A gem” of a theater: creative shows / 5 a year, Celebrating their 36th Season. A good mix of talent, you will enjoy a big-time show in the little “town” of Fairburn, Georgia…

By FALCON FAN

October 28, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this

best brew, best pub = 5 seasons.

By Joe

October 28, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this

Little 5 Corner Tavern gets my vote; their Little 5 lager is so light and smooth!

By Justin

October 29, 2008 12:37 PM | Link to this

1) Twains 2) Five Seasons North

Some people are posting the Brick Store. That’s not a brewpub. Its a beer bar…

By Justin

October 29, 2008 12:37 PM | Link to this

1) Twains 2) Five Seasons North

Some people are posting the Brick Store. That’s not a brewpub. Its a beer bar…

By Stumpy's Bear

October 29, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this

Twain’s - Ownder’s seem to love beer and are constatly experimenting with new styles, casks aged varieties, and beer menus, but they havent’ settled on one truly solid beer yet and their wait staff has no beer knowledge or IQ. Still a great place to hang out, especially with the addition of live music.

5 Seasons offers the best beer and food of the bunch, but the wait staff has no knowledge, it’s too nice of a place, and it’s too far away for Atlanta’s beer scene to travel.

Park Tavern has so much potential and their pale, IPA, and pilsner have been good for years. Unfortuntely, the place can be a nightmare between events and weddings and no one, absolutely no one who works there knows anything about beer. The freshly brewed, craft beer isn’t even showcased for some reason, and it’s sad. And at most brewpubs, the brewmaster is showcased and knowledgeable and his name is made known. Anyone even know who the brewmaster is there and what his pedigree is? Guys, get your acts together.

By Hop Head Gorgeous

October 30, 2008 1:10 PM | Link to this

5 Seasons in the Prado. I am looking forward to their new brewer from Sweetwater, Kevin.

Twains is a definite second. Jordon is getting better at brewing and is enjoying the freedom to make some really unique cask ales.

By archna

October 30, 2008 5:45 PM | Link to this

Best indian Bhojanic

By Kevin

October 31, 2008 2:29 PM | Link to this

Is there a brew pub south of downtown? Like down I75 South.

By Rick

November 1, 2008 12:07 PM | Link to this

BOOKHOUSE PUB..(something like that)