The fast-food landscape at The Battery Atlanta is set to welcome a familiar face with a twist in 2025. Shake Shack, is gearing up to fill the void left by the departure of Wahlburgers from its Heritage Court and Battery Avenue location. According to 11Alive, not only will this eatery mark the eighth Shake Shack in Georgia, but it will also be the chain's first in the United States to feature a bar.
"We want this Shack to be a place where the community can come together, watch a Braves game, and enjoy a good meal," Andrew McCaughan, chief development officer at Shake Shack, said in a prepared statement. The exact details of the bar feature, however, have not been fully disclosed, but the anticipation of sipping on Shack-crafted cocktails alongside their signature burgers and fries is already stirring up local curiosity, as reported by FOX5 Atlanta.
The closure of Wahlburgers, which previously occupied the upcoming Shake Shack spot, occurred earlier this month. The Wahlburgers branch was the last of its chain to close in Atlanta, making way for what could be a landmark Shake Shack venue. Officials at The Battery expressed confidence in Shake Shack's potential to enhance the area's dining and entertainment landscape. In their view, the establishment "will create lasting memories for all of Braves Country for years to come," as noted by FOX5 Atlanta.
Shake Shack's decision to include a bar at its new location in The Battery Atlanta reflects the growing trend of unique dining experiences across metro Atlanta. The 2025 opening will be the chain's first U.S. location with a bar, blending fast-casual dining with the lively atmosphere of a sports bar. This could set the stage for similar features at other Shake Shack locations in the future, offering something new for both loyal fans and casual diners.