Wild Heaven Beer has announced the acquisition of EATS, a well-known Atlanta restaurant that has served the community for nearly thirty years on Ponce de Leon Avenue. Starting in January, EATS will move to Wild Heaven’s West End location at the Lee + White complex on White Street.
This change comes as Wild Heaven’s current food partner, El Tesoro, prepares to leave the taproom kitchen and open its own permanent spot within the same Lee + White development.
Nick Purdy, Co-President of Wild Heaven, stated: “EATS has been part of Atlanta’s culinary DNA for decades. We’re honored to carry that torch forward. Our goal is to preserve what people have always loved about EATS while giving it a thoughtful, sustainable home inside our West End brewery. The goal isn’t to be an EATS tribute band but to reach 99% fidelity to the experience so many Atlantans treasure. Eric and I couldn’t be prouder to have a chance to steward the next chapter of EATS.”
Bob Hatcher, founder and owner of EATS, commented: “Just when I thought it was over, I was approached by a group adamant about keeping the EATS brand alive— longtime customers and friends, Brent and Amity Dey, along with Wild Heaven Brewery owners, Nick and Eric. With longstanding EATS manager Levi Nichols on board, I’m excited for this next chapter and to welcome our loyal community back to their favorite booths,” which the new owners plan to recreate in the brewery space.
Guests at Wild Heaven’s West End taproom can expect an updated yet familiar version of EATS that aims to maintain its original flavors and atmosphere. More information regarding menu changes, opening dates, and special events will be released soon.
