The Porter Beer Bar
Beer hall · Atlanta ·
Vast beer selection & inventive pub fare in a funky setting
Vast beer selection & inventive pub fare in a funky setting
"It’s all about the beer at The Porter. The word “extensive” does not quite manage to capture their 800+ choice beer list. From Tripels to Flanders Red Ales to Lambics, every style of beer is represented here. The menu of inventive bar food — like a house-smoked kabano sausage topped with giardinera — suggests pairings for each dish. The bar also hosts a variety of tastings and classes. Lunch and dinner are served daily, plus a “hair of the dog” brunch on Sunday." - Rogers Eckersley Design
"This L5P spot is a beer lover’s paradise with more than 60 drafts and 800 bottles of cellar-aged beer. But it’s also where you should go if you’re the type who’s more into the yolk paste than the actual egg white part of this appetizer. Their filling is thick, creamy, and mixed with chives, truffle oil, and light hints of pepper. And they pack so much of this mixture on top that you’ll have to deeply engage your forearm muscles to lift up one of these towering eggs. And, of course, it’s hard to eat these in one bite, so make sure your napkin is within reach." - juli horsford
"If you’re a beer lover, The Porter, a landmark beer hall in Little Five Points, should be on your radar. It's been around since 2008 and has been through its share of adventures, including a two-year pandemic closing. But one thing has remained the same—their massive beer selection of 60 drafts, including a wide variety of regional brews and more than 800 bottles of cellar-aged beer. If you need a brew break, try their lemon gingerade. Flavored with housemade lemon-ginger syrup, the refreshing drink pairs perfectly with their incredible, tender beer-brined roast chicken and fries. Grab a seat with your crew at the ridiculously long bar up front or make your way to the noisy two-tiered dining room. Food Rundown Black Truffle Deviled Eggs You get five, and they’re great—creamy, with the truffle, chives, and pepper adding a subtle tang. Crispy Hen of the Woods Mushrooms These mushrooms are huge and crunchy. It's a big portion, so it’s a great order for sharing. Pull-A-Part Pretzel Soft in the middle, salty on top, and served with a side of silky cheese. You could come here just for this. PlayMute Fish n’ Chips The fish is fine—a solid take on the classic with one huge piece of crunchy, salt-crusted haddock. But the fries are the real stars here—crispy, salty, and sprinkled with parsley. Roast Chicken A standout dish—a beer-brine gives it a deep flavor. And it’s topped with herby zhoug. PlayMute Grilled Cauliflower This feels like it clocked out of its shift at some fine dining restaurant, and came to the bar for a drink. With crispy salad in a zesty vinaigrette, a cauliflower puree base, and big meaty mushrooms, it's one of the best-tasting (and best-looking) vegetable dishes you’ll find at a pub. PlayMute photo credit: Tabia Lisenbee-Parker photo credit: Tabia Lisenbee-Parker photo credit: Tabia Lisenbee-Parker Pause Unmute" - Jacinta Howard
"Serious hopheads regularly assemble here for their massive selection of 60 drafts and more than 800 bottles of cellar-aged beer. And they are justified since the tavern-like, two-tiered dining room is a great place to sip on everything from altbiers to dubbels. But even if you’re not a bonafide brew enthusiast, the food is a draw on its own. European pub classics like fish and chips (an enormous piece of wild haddock lightly fried in a beer batter) and housemade bratwurst on a bed of sweet purple cabbage instantly transport you to the other side of the Atlantic." - juli horsford
"The Porter in Little Five Points has been a landing spot for beer lovers since 2008. After closing for two years during the pandemic, it has reopened under new ownership with a revamped menu and interior. But we’re glad they’ve kept their most important attribute—their beer selection, which has more options than Tubi has obscure movies. Bring a big group and impress your beer-snob friend with a wide selection of regional brews, 60 taps (they added 18 since reopening), and more than 800 bottles of cellar-aged beer. Grab a seat at the long bar or in the two-tiered dining room, then order the tender beer-brined roast chicken and crispy fries." - nina reeder, juli horsford, jacinta howard
