Elliott Street Deli & Pub

The address is in the name of the place, and Ive been here a number of times, but my haphazard internal GPS still has trouble finding it. Its Elliot Street Pub and down a dead end street, its nestled in a creepy corner of Castleberry Hills. Its a tiny bar that takes pride in its obscurity. A kind of place with cups, a keg, and chalk board by the door that trusts the regulars on the honor system.

Cramped in this pint-sized bar shoulder to shoulder, It's more like a walk-in closet with a liquor permit. But the warmth is comforting, its like were in this together.

Ive once seen the owners out in the street on a summers afternoon shooting bottle rockets at street signs, vermin, and each other. This is a good thing. Trust.

On another occasion, Im informed this place has a basement. I felt like Pee Wee Herman finding out The Alamo does in fact have a basement! Down a confidential stairwell, in a dingy romper room with a full bar, an R&B band, and a crossbow propped in the corner. Brilliant.

This is a terrific place to take a date. You'll get points for knowing about something so cool, but maybe make a practice run the day before- you'll look like a clown if you get lost getting there.

Remember kids, tip well and tip often... they have a crossbow.

Pros: EVERYTHING

Cons: More people are finding it. (maybe I should erase this)

Great place to grab a sandwich and a beer! Shorter beer list, but enough to meet the needs of anyone into hops. You never know who you will meet here. The owners, Mike and Pete, are genuine and truly care about their regulars.

Pros: Interesting company

Cons: Smoking in bar

Nestled in Castleberry Hill, Elliot Street is a Cheers-like pub and deli that is haven-like for residents of the area, and a gem-to-be-discovered for people who have not yet encountered it. In a loft-like renovated building, Elliot Street offers great sandwiches and cold drinks. My favorite is the Turkey Slaw-wich. It is awesome! Also, the owners take into account both health and the environment, and only use fresh ingredients and shipped in daily breads (clearly, I have been there a lot to know that!.. ;). In regards to the environment, it is my understanding they only use recycled plateware as well.

If you like a laid-back place that offers sandwiches, or even if you are looking for a chill bar to kick back with some friends in the Atlanta area, definitely check this place out.

Pros: Great food, good people, cute place

Cons: This is a popular place for many residents of Castleberry Hill, so it may (understandably) get crowded