Budget-conscious college students are always on the lookout for a good food and drink deal. Fortunately, Midtown boasts an array of restaurants and bars that cater to Georgia Tech students with enticing happy hour specials.
When you live off-campus in prime locations like Rambler Atlanta, happy hours are never too far from your doorstep.
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To help you find the best happy hour offerings near campus, we’ve curated our top recommendations for food and drink deals near Georgia Tech.
5 Best Food and Drink Specials for Georgia Tech Students (Updated 2025)
1. Boho Taco
Photo courtesy of Boho Taco.
Distance from Campus: 3-minute walk
Address: 22 5th St NW
Boho Taco is a new, top-rated spot in Tech Square. Known for its unique and authentic tacos, fast service, and inviting atmosphere, Boho Taco has quickly become one of my favorite spots near campus. Boho Taco frequently posts new deals and drinks on their social media pages including $5 Margarita Monday.
2. Cypress Street Pint and Plate
Photo courtesy of Cypress Street.
Distance from Campus: 3-minute walk
Address: 817 W Peachtree St NW
Cypress Street offers monthly specials that include deals on entrees, appetizers, specialty beverages and beers. The outdoor seating, just steps from campus in the heart of Midtown, is perfect for anyone looking for cold drinks, hot food, and a friendly atmosphere. Check out their website to see what this month’s specials are!
3. Pie and Vine: Atwood’s Pizza
Photo courtesy of Atwoods Pizza.
Distance from Campus: 3-minute walk
Address: 817 W Peachtree St NW
Connected to Cypress is Atwoods Pizza. Atwoods offers a unique happy hour deal known as Pie and Vine. With Pie and Vine, you can get a homemade pizza and bottle of wine for just $20 every Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Pro tip: Can’t decide if you and your friends want pizza or a burger from Cypress? Cypress and Atwoods have a partnership where you can order Pie and Vine at Cypress every Wednesday as well!
4. Rocky Mountain Pizza
Photo courtesy of Rocky Mountain Pizza.
Distance from Campus: 1-minute walk
Address: 1005 Hemphill Ave NW
Rocky Mountain Pizza is located just past west campus. This local restaurant has all-day specials Monday through Thursday, from discount beers to margaritas. They also have trivia once a week with discounted beers for anyone that’s looking for a little friendly competition.
5. Park Tavern
Park Tavern food and drink. Photo courtesy of Adventures in Atlanta.
Distance from Campus: 6-minute drive
Address: 500 10th St NE
Nestled in Piedmont Park, Park Tavern is just a quick six-minute drive from campus. Unlike traditional happy hours, Park Tavern’s specials are dictated by the weather—whenever it rains, they serve $1 drafts, living up to their motto: “When it rains, we pour!” In addition to this unique promotion, the restaurant has been recognized as the best patio and dog-friendly restaurant in Atlanta.
For more articles like this, check out the Best Restaurants in Atlanta and the Best Brunch Places near Georgia Tech. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about living in the center of it all at Rambler Atlanta, feel free to contact the leasing office!
