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Biltong Bar

Restaurant Bar Cocktail bar South african restaurant

Food-hall hangout offering savory dried beef & other South African snacks, plus craft cocktails. People often mention drinks, good, cocktails, great, service, time, menu, staff, drink, biltong,


Address

Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE ne152, Atlanta, GA 30308, United States

Website

www.biltong-bar.com

Contact

+1 678-515-0620

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (413 reviews)

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Working Hours

Permanently closed.

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: drinks (14) good (11) cocktails (11) great (11) service (8) time (8) menu (8) staff (8) drink (6) biltong (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Chester C. 8 months ago on Google • 511 reviews
    This place was alright. It was neat and clean, and the service was good. There are no restaurants in any restaurants in the center. You must use ones in the mall area. I liked this bar. I did not eat here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jzada J. 6 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    I only come here for their creative, well crafted cocktails. My first time here I had the “Summer Dresses” a mezcal cocktail with lots of delicious herbal notes. I came back within a week for another because it was so delicious. By my third visit though, it was officially fall so they had changed the menu to coincide with the season, which is super cool. I had the opportunity to try “The Devil in the Details” from the fall menu and it was delicious. They do not disappoint when it comes to sophisticated cocktails with great flavor accompanied by a great buzz. I have included a picture of the fall menu.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kaemon M. 9 months ago on Google
    Biltong Bar is easily among the best bars in the city, and I daresay the country. Their curated cocktail menu is always incredible; I feel like I have a new favorite drink every time that I come here! Their back bar is also incredible, with a huge selection of whiskey, absinthe, rum, amaro, and other interesting spirits. Their food is tasty and uncomplicated, I'm a big fan of the tuna melt, any Biltong available, and their cheeses. To top it off, the service here is second-to-none.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wesley T. 9 months ago on Google • 58 reviews
    This place has some of the most amazing drinks. Don’t come for the food, don’t come for the atmosphere, come for the drinks!! Have had mixed results with the service, from amazing and informative to flat out rude and dismissive. The food menu is limited, and admittedly haven’t tried everything, but the grilled cheese and meat jerky assortment are worth trying outside of everything else. Think: more elevated bar food. The See You Space Cowboy is everything, but there’s something for everyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James 6 months ago on Google • 31 reviews
    Love the drinks here, always trying something new but the pain killer cocktail is my go to. The only thing I wish is if they would have food options not just snacks like the former Buckhead location did.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 L S. 4 months ago on Google • 1385 reviews
    Fun holiday pop-up! Great drinks. I had the eggnog. It was very tasty. A dessert in a glass.

  • 5/5 Trace 1 year ago on Google
    Underrated spot at Ponce City Market. Amazing craft cocktails, relaxed vibe, and great staff. Biltongs are a must and so addictive.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Derrick B. 3 years ago on Google
    Definitely never had beef jerky like that before. Very unique experience. Will definitely go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonny E. 2 years ago on Google
    Honestly, it was just what I was looking for. a solid collection of whiskeys in the middle of Ponce. I did feel that that section was for some reason hotter? as if the ac couldn't reach that area. that was sort of bothersome. but won't stop me from going back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Barbara G. 5 years ago on Google
    Fun place to try, especially for the biltong varieties. Get the mix so you taste the different kinds. Beware getting a plate of one type is pretty generous serving especially if you are trying to save room for dinner. Great cocktail menu, but we both must have picked mediocre ones; experiment or just get wine or beer. Were disappointed by the drinks we ordered, would not necessarily visit again since we already sampled the goods. Nice service and atmosphere - fun crowd and contemporary look in the interior. Enjoy!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lyndon B. 8 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    This place is a vibe, very welcoming, the owner James very down to earth. The ambiance gives a rustic, modern, industrial look. Perfect place for the beginning or end to a date. Very mellow not too loud so you can get to know the person you with, I will return and recommend to everyone I know. Ask for the specialty drink of the day. We left there to go to our reservations… we wish we never left. We didn’t try the food however the olives 🫒 was popping. Grown & Sexy Vibe.. check it out and ask for James… really cool vibe
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amanda S. 1 year ago on Google
    Bartender was super nice. I didn't like my drink and he replaced it with no issues. My husband absolutely love the Bourbon he tried and the options available!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David W. 1 year ago on Google
    Exceptional establishment. The waitstaff is outtasight!! The food here was magnificent. The food was flavorful, the food brought for conversations, the food was refreshing and so fresh. I ordered the Turkey club sandwich with a spinach and Biltong side salad. My wife ordered the Biltong salad. Phenomenal selections. I can't say enough about the food. It was soooo good. We actually only tried this place cause it was the first restaurant that popped up in nearby Google maps. So glad we decided to try something new. We were truly blessed to have come across this gem.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bastable-Warren I. 1 year ago on Google • 352 reviews
    What a wonderful experience. Philip is a legend as a mixologist and spent a while with us explaining his amazing creations and recommending local gin etc. The cocktails were strong and really unique in flavours. We tried 4 different ones and each was unique gorgeous. Definitely the best cocktails in atlanta we've had. Thanks everyone!

  • 5/5 Tim M. 6 months ago on Google • 123 reviews
    Cool atmosphere with foods that are unique. It seems more snacky to me than a meal ... So know that going in. Staff was good and there were some gluten free options.

  • 5/5 M T. 6 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Jason was the kindest, most hospitable restaurant staff I’ve come across in a while. He bent over backwards to make sure we had good service and got a table. The entire wait staff, including Jason and our waitress Emily, was amazing as well.

  • 5/5 Corey B. 8 months ago on Google
    Great spot for craft cocktails, bartenders are true mixologist and the location is good without the preening crowd you usually find at spots like this in Atlanta

  • 5/5 Aaron B. 10 months ago on Google
    Fun tiki bar with tasty drinks and a fun atmosphere. Very small, but it isn't unexpected. Great playlist. Our group loved the music and kept Shazam-ing each song. No stars on the food because we only had drinks.

  • 5/5 Kristen B. 1 year ago on Google
    We have been here quite a few times and our only complaint is that it’s so popular that the wait can be long and I think the staff should have people wait then seat them as tables open as opposed to first come, first serve. We have had many different drinks over the seasons and we love that the menu changes seasonally and there is always a theme for each holiday. Time and time again we try drinks that sound weird and they are always enjoyable. Tonight we had the best service and I wanted to point that out. Rina was our bartender and she gave us great recommendations and took the time to get to know us even though you could tell the staff was overwhelmed with how busy it was. She (and a guy who was serving that I didn’t catch his name) never let on that they were trying to rush, we felt like we had their full attention which is so rare in PCM!! Just wish the owners would invest in a larger space so we could come here more often! Definitely give it a try if you are looking for good unique cocktails!

  • 4/5 Katrina V. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Christmas drinks and a Christmas decor/vibe. Super good hummus and quick service. The wait wasn't too bad, but prepare to wait because it is a small spot.

  • 5/5 Richard K. 1 year ago on Google
    The very best old fashioned I have to experience yet. Friendly staff. And great Jerky, by the way. It's worth the trip here.

  • 5/5 David B. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Manhattan I've ever had. Bartenders were great to chat with and they gave us some recommendations for other nearby hot spots. Get the biltong sampler, it's worth it. Two of us ate the whole thing, but we were hungry. Impressive selection of spirits. Best bar at Ponce City Market. Hands down.

  • 5/5 Alise B. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place!! The drinks are lovely. They have a rotating menu, but keep their classics, so there's always a reason to come back- either something familiar and comforting, or new and exciting. See You Space Cowboy is my go-to, but they have delicious seasonal drinks like Garden State, and right now there's a selection of impressive Halloween cocktails. Almost every time I end up here, I fall victim to their grilled cheese. Can I make a grilled cheese at home? Yes. Will I still buy one here? ALSO YES. It's sooo good! This place is 10/10- great ambiance, great snacks, great drinks, and great service. Plus the place is dolled up so nicely for the season!!

  • 5/5 lauren f. 2 years ago on Google
    I got a drink with glitter in it. It was really strong and it was enjoyable seeing smoke come out of the skull as the drink was poured into my glass.

  • 5/5 Paul B. 2 years ago on Google
    Outstanding drinks and food, and the staff was engaged and interested in what they make and serve. It’s an excellent experience all around and couldn’t recommend more.

  • 5/5 Lake S. 5 years ago on Google
    We visited twice in two days, and had a wonderful experience both times! I had never heard of biltong, so curiosity brought us in the door on the first day. We started with the biltong sample board. The flavors were wonderful, especially with the peri peri spices and coarse ground coriander on top. Im totally stealing the coarse ground coriander for my next chsrcuterie board. We also tried the oxtail with Carolina Gold rice. The oxtail was tender and packed full of savory flavor.. I highly recommend. As good as the food was, what brought us back the next day were the cocktails. Across both visits we enjoyed four of their cocktails, including three smoked cocktails. They were all beautifully balanced, full of depth, and original (at least for us). Each one takes some time to make, but your patience will be handsomely rewarded! It will be a challenge not to grab a drink there every time we visit Ponce City Market.

  • 5/5 Prakash P. 2 years ago on Google
    The best PIZZA I have ever tasted. Unbelievably good. Friendly staff and great ambiance.

  • 5/5 Stephanie S. 2 years ago on Google
    Best in all the ways, but my all time favorite is the biltong spinach salad and a rye old fashion. It's truly my happy place. With biltong popcorn to go!

  • 5/5 Lacey H. 2 years ago on Google
    My hubby ordered a whiskey sour for himself and a new York sour for me. Delicious!

  • 3/5 Mike D. 2 years ago on Google
    I had been there before in Oct 2020. I had a daiquiri that was killer. I moved to Ga on Aug 2021. My wife and I went a couple days ago, I ordered a daiquiri. As opposed to telling me that they didn't have daiquiris anymore, they made me a strawberry margarita. The margarita was good but it's not a daiquiri. The bartender should have been honest.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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