Best Bars & Nightlife in Downtown Athens, Athens GA (2026)

Downtown Athens has long been the center of the local bars & nightlife scene. Between the UGA campus, Broad Street, and the bars along Clayton, you have 7 options within walking distance of the Arch and Georgia Theatre. The highest-rated is Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery with 4.7 stars. Whether you're a student, a townie, or visiting for game day, downtown delivers.

Top Rated Bars & Nightlife in Downtown Athens

#1

Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery

4.7

(728 reviews)

271 W Hancock Ave

#2

Wonderbar Athens

4.7

(283 reviews)

240 E Washington St

#3

Southern Brewing Company

4.7

(300 reviews)

231 Collins Ind Blvd

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Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery

4.7(728)•$$

Visit Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery in Athens, GA.

271 W Hancock Ave

Wonderbar Athens

4.7(283)•$

Visit Wonderbar Athens in Athens, GA.

240 E Washington St

Southern Brewing Company

4.7(300)•$$

Visit Southern Brewing Company in Athens, GA.

231 Collins Ind Blvd

Flicker Theatre & Bar

4.6(183)•$

Cozy venue with a full bar for live music, independent films, art shows & other creative events.

263 W Washington St

Manhattan Cafe

4.6(190)•$

Visit Manhattan Cafe in Athens, GA.

337 N Hull St

Boar's Head Lounge

4.3(177)•$

Visit Boar's Head Lounge in Athens, GA.

260 E Washington St

Copper Creek Brewing Company

4.2(134)•$$

Hip brewpub serving Southern-influenced pub fare, plus a selection of draft & craft beers.

140 E Washington St

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