Citizen Soul
Three certified sommeliers walk into a gastropub
Alpharetta · Atlanta · New American / Gastropub · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed February 22, 2026
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First Impression
When the owner, GM, and beverage director are all certified sommeliers, the wine list is not going to phone it in. Citizen Soul is technically a gastropub on Alpharetta's town green but the wine program operates at a level that would embarrass most white-tablecloth competitors. A double-sided glass wine fridge greets you like a hallway of possibilities.
Selection Deep Dive
The list leans New World and California specifically, which makes sense given founder Phillip Cooper's inspiration from Northern California and Pacific Northwest taverns. Twenty wines by the glass is a strong number for a gastropub format, and the bottle list extends well beyond. Cooper also owns Vin25 in Roswell, so the wine DNA here runs deep. Expect West Coast Pinots, Napa Cabs, and Oregon selections with some Old World curveballs.
By the Glass
Twenty wines by the glass is gastropub territory that most gastropubs only dream about. The rotation reflects the sommelier team's current favorites rather than a static distributor deal, which means the pours change seasonally. The $15 corkage fee is one of the friendliest in Alpharetta if you want to bring something special from your own cellar.
Corkage (Bring Your Own) — $15
Fifteen dollars to drink your own bottle in a room with three certified sommeliers who can tell you exactly what to pair it with. That is the best deal in Alpharetta, full stop.
Oregon Pinot Noir by the Glass
The Pacific Northwest influence means the Oregon Pinots here are selected by people who actually travel to the Willamette Valley. Trust the staff on this one — they are not guessing.
Safe California Cab by the Bottle
With three sommeliers on the floor, ordering the most recognizable Cab on the list is like going to a sushi master and ordering a California roll. Ask for a recommendation instead.
California Pinot Noir by the Glass + Citizen Burger
A juicy West Coast Pinot against a well-crafted burger is pub dining elevated. The fruit handles the char, the acid cuts the richness, and 90 percent of the menu is gluten-free if that matters.
🎲 The Bottom Line
Citizen Soul is the Wild Card that keeps Alpharetta interesting. Three sommeliers in a gastropub, twenty wines by the glass, and a corkage policy that invites you to bring your best bottle. Do not let the casual setting fool you — this is serious wine territory.
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