Cocktails in Atlanta

[gwilson]

Although I'm mainly a wine person, there are times when I'm in the mood for a nice well-made cocktail. (And I do like beer, too, but that's another thread.)

So where do you go for drinks? The one place I can somewhat recommend is Horizon in Morningside on Highland. A while back I had a great martini made with Hendricks (which may be why it was so good). Just a whiff of the vermouth and none of those little ice crystals that I find annoying. Haven't had anything else there, haven't been back since, and don't know if the staff has changed at all. But I would go back for another martini at least. (And they have free tapas during happy hour on Wednesdays.)

-Greg

[Gifted Gourmet]

excellent cocktail options Atlanta, Georgia

another fine choice for cocktails Vickerys

Deadly serious cocktails steal the show at this kitschy Crescent Avenue grill.

Edited July 26, 2004 by Gifted Gourmet (log)

[tryska]

do you like halo?

[gwilson]

I haven't been to Halo, but I've heard that it's nice. I'll have to check them out - maybe the anniversary party.

I've been in Atlanta for 11 years now, and I still haven't been to Bone's or Vickery's. I'm more apt to go to Vickery's though for cocktails though. Bone's more for a meal. But I should try to get to both at some point.

Thanks for the suggetions.

Oh, and I know this will sound odd, but the best Long Island Iced Tea that I have had in a very long time (maybe ever) was at Dave & Buster's in Gwinnett (where I live). I was in the mood for a cocktail recently, and was in that area. I was really just killing time - had nothing to do that night, so I thought I would have a couple of drinks and shoot the bad guys. lol I wasn't sure what I wanted and the bartender suggested a TNT (premium LIT & you get to keep the glass) - I knew it was a spiel thing, but I ordered one anyway. And it was one of the few LITs that have actually tasted like iced tea - it was truly amazing. I ended up drinking three and felt quite good afterwards. :)

-Greg

[gwilson]

Well, I went to Vickery's the other night, and I liked it. Even though I didn't have a cocktail. I asked the bartender (Chrissy?) if she knew how to make an Americano - no. Then I asked if they carried Hendrick's (which makes a fabulous martini) - no. So I had a glass of wine. Which was probably good, because I had been drinking wine earlier anyway. This was Wednesday night, and it seemed a bit slow. But I liked the atmosphere. I'll probably go back at some point.

-Greg

[BigScoob]

Been to HALO... Not bad the music was good the night I was their and the steps that lead into the roof is something... My biggest rave about the place was that they actually have PBR on tap. I had to have a cup (yes a plastic Solo cup). Drinks were reasonably priced and the seating was plentiful enough for my group to gather on a couch and actually be able to have a conversation.

BS

[kitchenbabe]

Best Martini: Highland Tap in Virginia Highlands.

Best Margarita: Sala in Va-Hi

Best Beer selection: Vortex Midtown/Lil 5

That wraps it up...For wine, I'd say Eno on 5th or South City Kitchen on Crescent.

[LoveToEatATL]

Halo is cool for a hip vibe

I like Joel for the LIK (Life is Knowledge) Cocktail - it comes with a homemade lollipop!

Fritti for awesome an Espresso Martini

Rathbun's is the bomb for the vodka mojito - one of the best drinks I've ever had.