The King George Tavern

What we got was good– Malt chips appetizer, Lobster, Brie, and Cream cheese grilled cheese, and fish and chips.
Fish wasn’t quite crispy, but it was good. The lobster brie and cream cheese was surprisingly good. And the side salad that I got to go with it was larger than most. Appetizer was also quite nice, some of the best we’ve had.
We anticipate coming back to try the shepherds pie. One of the places I’ve seen it with lamb, which is authentic, versus ground beef which is not.

King George Tavern is a little pub on Chamblee-​Dunwoody, across the street from the Kroger and Farm Burger. Even though this review is about the King George Tavern in particular, it could apply more generally to most of the restaurants owned by the Dunwoody Restaurant Group. This is to say the Dunwoody Tavern, O’Brien’s, The Royal Oak, The Ship and Anchor, the Bat and Ball and the Iron Horse tavern. While individual differences remain between each, they all share a similar, and in some cases, identical, menus. I’m writing a review about the King George Tavern because it was the most recent one of these restaurants I’ve visited.
The pub has a nice, cozy feel to it and a friendly staff. It’s the sort of place that you’d want to have a few beers on a cold, winter night. Also, King George’s seems to be a bit more family-​friendly than the average establishment known or the service of alcohol, so take that as you will, good or bad. Personally, I like my bars free of children but clearly not all parents would agree with me.
The food is quite good, if you don’t like bar food, and if you don’t, then we can’t be friends. The meat loaf with ground beef, Italian sausage, spinach leaves no room for complaints. Neither did the Buffalo Blue Burger, topped with Buffalo sauce and blue cheese and served with a side of sweet potato fries. As a bonus, I asked for my burger cooked medium, and it was actually cooked medium, and not medium rare or medium well. Incredible!
In general, if you’re not looking for some fancy-​schmancy, farm-​to-​table, chef-​inspired, organic food served in tiny portions at exorbitant prices that seem to be in the fashion these days, you should find something that will easily be to your liking at King George Tavern.

Small spot, next to a massage place, Subway and Marco’s. So we didn’t expect much the first time we went, but we were pleasantly surprised. The food was really good, the service was fast and friendly, and the pub vibe/​build out of the space was nicely done even also considering the tight quarters.
We’ve added this place on our list of neighborhood eats. Each time we’ve been has been a consistent good experience.

I had the sweet and spicy wings were pretty tasty i’ll be back to test their burger and its close to home

Came here with a friend for the first time since its close to work — immediately noticed a mildewy smell. The waitor was horrible as was the service. The food was average for bar food but a bit expensive in my opinion. The drinks were ok nothing special. Probably wont go back any time soon.

Been here a couple of times and I don’t even know why I came back. I keep wanting to give it another chance. Looks like a cute local bar but drinks are expensive for the service. Service is horrible here. Every time I came there was always a rude server/​bartender. I go out to drink to have a good time not be talked down to. There are sister bars that are owned by the same group in the area and there are the same as well.

Food tastes microwaved and servers were snarfing down a meal in the back booth. I’m not sure what the mildew smell was by the bathrooms but it wasn’t appetizing. I have been to Bat & Ball and O’Briens many times and I know what to expect; tonight’s experience is exactly what I did not want, which was mediocre.

Food was fine, bar food with a little more to it. Kinda tastes like a microwave meal. I got the Shepard’s pie, my coworker got the bangers and mash. Service was fairly bad. It would be a good spot for easy, neighborhood food/​drinks. I don’t live here, just visit a lot but wouldn’t go again.

Friend and I saw this place and in a whim have it a try.
It is a definite no frills bar type place but don’t let that fool you, the food is fantastic. The drinks are excellent, the servers are friendly and everything comes out quick but you are not rushed.
Sadly I probably won’t get to eat here again, but I highly suggest it if you are close.

Typical local dive bar with gastro pub menu. It’s a smaller, more intimate bar that allows the staff more personal interaction which is great. There is a nice selection of beers on tap including some local selections from breweries in the Atlanta area.
I ordered the shepherd pie, which came out quickly, but was just ok. I would recommend this place to come have a few drinks after a long day or to go out closer to home, but if you are looking for top notch food or cocktails I’d keep looking.

Love the close proximity to my condo!
It’s a pub people, not a 5 star chef inspired restaurant.
It is a part of Dunwoody Group restaurants and I believe they have the same menu as my longtime friend «Dunwoody Tavern» down the street.
I appreciate the salt/​vinegar crisps. The wings are tasty but not as consistent as I would like. I like the attentive bartenders but sometimes table service is slow if the place gets slammed. The place gets slammed often because it’s cozy and new.
The St. Patrick’s day crowd was quite amusing and the place was festive and lively. They ran food specials that incorporated loads of corned beef. I did not understand why there were no drink specials on such a drink worthy day.
I wish I could make the bar longer or knock a wall out to create more space because the popularity can make it feel very crowded. Nonetheless, I will remain loyal!

We sat at the bar and the bartender just got drunk and kept ignoring us. I like the overall atmosphere of the bar but the service was absolutely horrible

Good food. Som of the staff is still learning but all in all they are great. Very comfortable feel. A bit noisy at peak times, but hey it’s a pub. The food is very good.

Friendly staff, good beer, lobster grilled cheese (add bacon, suggested by bartender) is mind blowing!

Love this neighborhood bar by the Dunwoody Restaurant Group. Nice selection of beers and wines, TV’s everywhere and excellent servers and wait staff. I usually get the Dunwoody Doozie Burger but I’ve tried probably half the menu and everything has been superb. Way beyond your regular pub food for a pretty good price.

A delicious new neighborhood joint!
My first and so far only experience with DWG at Bat and Ball was pretty good, though nothing amazing. But I was excited to try King George Tavern being that it’s within walking distance of home.
Service was very friendly; our server told us about the specials, what was good, popular, and what she enjoyed on the menu. Beverages were promptly refilled which is always important to me, and she checked on us regularly. Very friendly.
We got the Irish spring rolls which were like a reuben egg roll. Good but not as good as those from Olde Blind Dog in Brookhaven or across the street at Goldbergs.
We split the lobster grilled cheese with French onion soup and the meatloaf. The grilled cheese had plenty of lobster meat and was very rich and cheesy. The soup was also fantastic. Would definitely get both again. Meatloaf was delicious and very filling. Might look to try more on the menu before going back to it.
We didn’t have desserts but she described them to us and they sounded tempting.
Atmosphere was nice and cozy with a good looking bar and plenty of tvs. Looking forward to returning!

1^st time here, service fantastic, nice cozy joint and the sloppy joe was top 3 ever, awesome!

Great bartender… Alicia. I haven’t tried the food yet but it is a sister restaurant to the Bat and Ball Pub so the food should be great.

Another great pub from the Dunwoody Restaurant Group. Cozy English pub with a nice bar and a few booths. Great ale selection and very good food with the same menu as the other locations.
Staff are excellent.
A great addition to the neighbourhood.