Biltong Bar Opens At Avalon

ALPHARETTA, GA — The third location of Biltong Bar – the South African-inspired restaurant and bar specializing in dry-aged beef jerky from restaurateur and South African native Justin Anthony – opened on Nov. 9 at Avalon in Alpharetta. The new location features three large patios, including a rooftop bar and lounge, and the restaurant’s distinctive beverage program will carry over favorites and introduce new standouts. Biltong Bar is part of True Story Brands, alongside sister restaurants Yebo Beach Haus and 10 Degrees South.

The new Avalon location offers an extensive food menu, featuring a selection of small bites, salads, sandwiches and composed plates, all incorporating Biltong’s signature South African spin. Highlights include favorites from Biltong Bar’s existing menu like the notorious Peri-Peri Popcorn and House-made Biltong as well as new additions, including Bobotie Crêpes - sweet and savory ground beef curry, apples, raisins, hollandaise; Ostrich Sliders - roasted tomatoes, arugula, rosemary aioli; Sesame Grain Bowl - ancient grain quinoa, tuscan kale, cucumber, edamame, almond, avocado, soy sesame vinaigrette; and Bolognese - ostrich ragù, wild mushroom, spinach, parmesan reggiano, tagliatelle.

Biltong Bar’s acclaimed beverage program extends to the new location, with an emphasis on distinctive, handcrafted cocktails and sharing an in-depth look into the cocktail creation process. The beverage menu features a seasonal selection of specialty house cocktails as well as classic cocktails, a curated list of South African wines, traditional go-to wines and a rotating selection of local beers.

Designed by Anthony’s wife, Kelly Anthony of Wolf Design Group, the interior’s aesthetic is reminiscent of the other two locations, combining design elements from each. The space provides a casual and welcoming feel with shades of forest green, white and brown throughout. White butcher tiles line the walls, with a large steel glass biltong closet anchoring the space. Exposed pipes and floor-to-ceiling iron windows reinforce the industrial feel. The restaurant features a covered rooftop patio and lounge with a separate bar, ideal for private events. The front entrance is flanked by a second outdoor seating area and a back patio courtyard is home to yard games like corn hole, and nearby, a to-go window serves frozen cocktails.

Originally opened in 2016 at Ponce City Market, and later in 2018 at Buckhead Village, Biltong Bar is part of Anthony’s South African-inspired hospitality group, True Story Brands. In 2019, Biltong Bar was recognized as one of Thrillist’s “21 Best Cocktail Bars in the Country” for its standout cocktail program.

Biltong Bar values the safety and comfort of all guests and is following safety precautions including socially distanced tables and limited seating capacity, extensive sanitation measures, a mask requirement for guests and staff, and more. For more information, visit Biltong Bar’s website and to make reservations, see here.