We are thrilled to announce that Max Lager’s Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! Over the past quarter-century, our restaurant has become a beloved fixture in the community, serving up delicious meals and unforgettable memories to our loyal customers. The anniversary celebration will be held throughout March and April, culminating with the Anniversary Party on Saturday, April 22nd – the 25th anniversary of the original Grand Opening party. Here’s how you can be a part of the celebration:
MARCH 5 | Dinner & Dessert
Anyone dining in will receive a complimentary, fried-cheesecake dessert for the table with dinner!
MARCH 6-12 | “Locals” Lunch Special
Join us for lunch and order menu items from our 1998 menu at original prices!
This includes our Max burger and a $5 IPA of the week.
MARCH 17 | Saint Patrick’s Day!
Come party with us while enjoying our featured
Irish whiskeys, our Max Porter, or a Guinness on tap.
MARCH 30 | Industry Game Night
Team Trivia will be hosting a 90’s themed Trivia night! Bring your team together for a chance to win some of our brewpub prizes. Food and drinks specials all evening.
April 22 | Max Lager’s 25th Anniversary Party!
Celebrating 25 years of service to our downtown community and those who have made it great
ATLANTA (March 2, 2023) — On March 5th 1998, Max Lager’s American Grill & Brewery opened its doors at the corner of Peachtree St. and West Peachtree St. in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. Now recognized as the oldest brewpub in Georgia, Max Lager’s is realizing what few restaurants ever achieve – its 25th anniversary.
“When we were initially developing Max Lager’s, people thought we were crazy. Everyone thought that Downtown Atlanta could not sustain independent restaurants, let alone a large-scale brewery restaurant. Now, when people say how lucky we are to be downtown with the Aquarium, The World of Coke, and the many other attractions and activities, we just smile and know that our hard work in the early years had a small part to play in the evolution of what Downtown Atlanta has become,” muses Alan LeBlanc, co-founder along with Cindy LeBlanc, and John Roberts.
Playing a substantial role in the burgeoning Georgia brewing industry, Max Lager’s Head Brewer and co-founder John “JR” Roberts has mentored numerous local brewers including, Tim Schiavone of Wrecking Bar Brewpub, Andy Tan of Hopstix, and Anthony Morovich of Pontoon Brewery.
In 2005, Max Lager’s created the Drink Beer Do GoodÔ program which has provided thousands of dollars to support those in need through organizations such as Gateway Center, Atlanta Union Mission, and Project Open Hand.
During Max Lager’s Covid closing, a complete refresh was undertaken. Installing wood floors, repainting the dining rooms, updating light fixtures, and rebuilding the restrooms have prepared the restaurant for years to come.
The anniversary celebration will be held throughout March and April, culminating with the Anniversary Party on Saturday, April 22nd – the 25th anniversary of the original Grand Opening party. Details will be available on our Instagram @maxlagers and our website.
