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Guest blogger Andrea Janise (@atlfoodwriter) lets
us know which V-Day dinners are gangster with beer in mind throughout ATL.
Whaddup!
For the 2017 edition of Cruisin’ For A Brewsin’s
Valentine’s Day Dining Guide, I thought it would be perfect for beloved
food writer Andrea Janise (@atlfoodwriter)
to bless us all with some dinner specials going on throughout Georgia’s capital
with beer in mind. Where applicable, I even threw in a side note every once in
a while in a while. Whatever you pick, make reservations asap.
Thanks Andrea!
Ale
Valentine’s Day Restaurants for Beer Lovers
By Andrea Janise
No need for beer to take a back seat on Valentine’s Day.
While chocolates and flowers dominate the day, several Atlanta restaurants are
making sure beer lovers don’t miss out when Cupid’s arrow strikes as well.
Whether you are looking for craft beer as the main attraction or not, these
eateries boast a little something for everyone, complete with entertainment,
mouth-watering food, delectable desserts and of course, a great beer list.
Nine Mile Station
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
Nine Mile Station, located on the rooftop of downtown’s
Ponce City Market, is Atlanta’s newest beer garden and will be serving up a
craft beer with beautiful skyline views to create a romantic atmosphere this
Valentine’s Day. They offer a special, four-course menu for $75 with beer, wine
or cocktail pairings for an additional charge.
Ale says: Look for libation experts
Rob “Brew-Ru” Merrick and Ryan Crocker to help pair your fare with something
from their awesome beer list.
Hampton + Hudson
299 North Highland Ave. NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
No matter if you are “single” or a “double” this year,
the folks at Hampton + Hudson are making plans for the perfect cozy evening.
Join them for a four-course dinner for two ($65) or opt for any of their themed
specials: oysters and caviar for $18; oyster shooters for $8; strawberry and
celery salad for $13; steak and scallops for $32, and their chocolate pudding
cake for $8. Even if you are just looking for a “night-cap” to the evening, any
beer -loving valentine will enjoy a Harlow’s Vegan Cupcake and beer pairing for
$12 per person.
Hop City and Krog Street Market
99 Krog St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
What’s better on Valentine’s Day than dinner and a movie…and beer? Hang out at Krog Street Market for a double treat; at 5:30 pm, stop by for Dinner + A Movie at KSM featuring the 80's cult classic, Dirty Dancing, and then mosey on over to Hop City to stroll the aisles with your sweetie. Pick up a six-pack of craft beer to take home or sit side-by-side at the bar and toast with the perfect Valentine's Day ale. You can walk around with your beers around too!
TWO Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
Venkman's
740 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE,
Atlanta, GA 30312
Venkman's is fulfilling beer lovebirds' dreams by
hosting a Valentine's Day Beer Dinner featuring Athens own Creature Comforts
brewery. Enjoy a lively 5-course meal from Executive Chef Nick Melvin, complete
with curated craft beer pairings to accompany each course (think: Bibo,
Southerly Love, Get Comfortable IPA, Tropicalia, and Koko Buni) Tickets are
$127 with tax and tip included, making this the ideal date night for true beer
aficionados.
Divan
3125 Piedmont Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
Change things up this Valentine’s Day and add a little
hookah to the night’s festivities. Enjoy a night of delicious Middle Eastern
food, drinks and hookah as Divan will be offering a three-course menu including
a champagne toast for $55 per person. Menu selections include basil sea
scallops, kufta (turkey) meatballs, kabobs, and baklava cheesecake. As far
as beer, Divan offers a wide variety of beers from all around the world, such
as Efes from Turkey, Almaza Pilsner from Lebanon and Atlanta’s
own Sweetwater craft beers.
TAP
1180 Peachtree St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
Tap is calling all singles this Valentine’s Day. Executive Chef Tyler Williams is focusing on the bachelors and bachelorettes with a fun themed menu full of delicious bites, complete with $5 drafts and a complimentary glass of champagne for all ladies on solo missions. Couples need not apply.
Dantanna’s Surf and Turf
3400 Lenox Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30326
Always great for special occasions, Dantanna’s, is
celebrating Valentine’s Day with special four-course dining options for both
couples and singles. Pricing depends on the selection, as they are offering
either a 40-ounce porterhouse for two at $120, filet and lobster surf n’ turf
for $125, or Cioppino for $90. The four-course dinner also includes choice of
appetizer, signature soups or salads, and a sharable dessert. If you are
single, no problem; their “Lonely Hearts” Valentine’s Day menu includes choices
like the T.V. Dinner - four foil compartments of
mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, fruit cobbler and choice of
fried chicken or Salisbury steak; or the Lonely Cowboy:
grilled bone-in cowboy ribeye, coffee rub, fried red potatoes, black
beans, and a fried egg. In addition to the Valentine’s Day special
menus, guests can also take advantage of Dantanna’s extensive wine,
cocktail and beer list.
Cheers!
