The Best Beers Pairings To Go With Your Meal

If you're in the mood for something different and unsure where to look, visiting McCray's Tavern in Smyrna is an excellent place to start. We're located right off I-285 and Atlanta Road in the West Village retail complex, so it's easy to find us when looking for tasty food and good times.



In the search for something different, you can't forget about the perfect accompaniment: beer. 

With over 45 beers on tap and all your old favorites in bottles, you know you'll find the perfect pairing. But where do you start? Whether you're into wings or seafood, the perfect beer can make your food taste better and have you asking for seconds. 

Let's look at a few selections so you can find the best beer to pair with your meal.

Across the Pond Fish & Chips

When you're craving authentic fish and chips but don't have time to catch a flight and head across the pond, our Across the Pond Fish & Chips can be your catch of the day. Hand-breaded fish fillets fried golden brown, along with fries and coleslaw, is a great meal any day. We like this dish to be as authentic as possible, so we like to pair this dish with a classic English ale. 

Santa Fe Burger

You don't have to be from New Mexico to enjoy this classic burger. Our Santa Fe burger is loaded with pepper jack, pico, guac, fried jalapeno, and smothered with chipotle aioli. In addition, we recommend an IPA with a fruity and flavorful profile that blends well with the spiciness of this local favorite.

Tavern Chips & a Big A$$ Pretzel

When an appetizer is all you need, why stop with one? Our Tavern Chips and Big A$$ Pretzel can satisfy any craving, but our 6th Street Nachos are out of this world. With so many flavors vying for our attention, a lager is perfect for making these dishes get devoured quickly.

Eli's Shepherd's Pie

We love a good shepherd's pie, and that's why we put Eli's Shepherd's Pie on the menu. Beef and lamb blend with mashed potatoes, peas, carrots, and mozzarella to create the perfect tavern dish. Paired with a dark lager, these mouth-watering flavors are the reasons why folks keep coming back to McCray's Tavern time and time again.

Nothing Beats a Steak

Sometimes, you need a steak to make the perfect meal, and our 12-ounce NY Strip certainly does the job. Our chefs can prepare it just how you like it, and we advise a light ale or lager to go along with it.

We can't cover all of our favorite pairings in this post, so you'll have to stop by and try one for yourself. We're open for lunch, have a fantastic weekend brunch, and are a favorite place to hang out and catch the Braves in action, on the big screen or at the stadium. So stop by your favorite Smyrna tavern, we'll save a seat for you!