Restaurants in Athens

“Great ice cream and Chris was really friendly!”

“The appetizers were epic!”

“Great food, good service and nice people”

“When you enter the store the aroma of the cookie dough smells amazing. I was kinda disappointed that the banana upside down cake was not available at the time of purchase. I managed to select other cookies. My overall experience was great. I would recommend to family and friends.”

“I gave been to playa bowl over 10 times and my experience today was not good. The staff today was not very welcoming. If the owners were there today when I went they sure were not friendly. I told the cashier no coconuts and they put some in, then she says you want a lid and I said well yea, it’s to go. She didn’t even put them in a bag. I always buy the Nutella one and I always buy 2. All the other times I had no problems great staff and friendly.”

“Delicious food- the pimento cheese/bacon jam starter is AMAZING. The service was great too- we had a large group and they were so welcoming and kind!”

“Delicious food!!! I look forward to my next meal there.”

“Tori was the best bartender ever! We came in on Sunday night, she gave the most excellent service and seemed very knowledgeable in her work! Will definitely be back!”

“It was our first time visiting, Was recommended by a friend. CAVA Was clean food, lookef fresh and Staff was friendly specially Dee Dee. This will be one of our spots after church on Sundays. It was awesome!!!”

“Es mi restaurante favorito de comida Mexicana. Los chicos son unos caballeros y cocinan super delicioso! I love this place!!!”

“Absolutely great service and the best food!! I had the Mexican Burger and I have to say that it was the BEST burger I have ever eaten! 💕”

“good food and great atmosphere.”

“Love Choco Pronto! Cozy vibes, welcoming and entertaining personalities behind the counter, major attention to coffee quality and details, cycling-adjacent. All the makings of a great community coffee place that really stands out.”

“Not 1, not 2, but 3 delicious salsas! Had a taco salad with chicken and it was the best I've ever had!!! Everything tasted fresh. I highly recommend!”

“Love love love Ahi! My favorite restaurant in Athens since I first moved to Athens for college in 2019 ❤️ the food is so good and fresh, the owners are very kind, and the price is unbeatable! Everyone I’ve recommended to go here has loved it!”

“Great service. Great atmosphere. The food was lacking. Biscuit was overly salty. Sausages were cold in the center. Eggs were not seasoned (which is fine, you’d just have to ask for salt a pepper). The duck taters were good but greasy, but deliciosu. Would come back again, but would order something else.”

“Have yet to not love my time here! I've loved everything I've ever ordered. The vibe is vibing. So is the food. Still thinking about the whipped ricotta with focaccia bread from dinner Saturday. Love ZZ & Simone's!”

“Ok, we go here a lot. A great place for soups, salads and sandwiches. Friendly place.”

“Finally got around to having dinner here. Everything was so good we didn't even get entrees! Focaccia, salads, arancini, eggplant and a dessert left us more than satisfied. Our server was attentive without hovering. The parking out back made our trip to Five Points easier than going downtown. Will be back soon for entrees!”

“My husband and I ate here the day we were married in 2005 and we came back for our 20 year anniversary and it was wonderful. We got a card from the staff and everyone told us happy anniversary. The food and service were wonderful. Thanks!”

“Dear Facebook, This page is hacked. Please return to Seth Hendershot.”

“Had a great dining experience at George’s again. Red Fish was excellent, service was on point atmosphere was great!! Would definitely recommend and will certainly go back for another dining experience.”

“We were blown away by Indigo Road Hospital Group's latest creation Osteria Olio in the Rivet House in Athens Ga. Brenda and I were staying at the Rivet House to attend the Georgia Tennessee game and ended up eating dinner and brunch at Osteria every night and day. Steve Palmer who we met there has hit a home run with Osteria Olio a 5 star gourmet dining experience. AJ is the star host/manager who gave us a great table every time, the food was delicious including bone in New York Strip for me and the Spaghetti Alla Bolognese for Brenda. My steak and eggs at breakfast was the best I ever had in my life. The Martinis were perfectly mixed by bartender Graham. The vibe at dinner was subdued elegance with stunning well dressed customers all feeling blessed to be dining in a such a beautiful built-out space. Thank you Indigo Road Hospitality for giving Athens Osteria Olio which has now joined the A-list of gourmet dining experiences in Athens.”

“They did a great job managing graduation! Food and drinks came out fast! Really enjoyed it!”

“The food was outstanding- particularly the appetizer dishes. The environment was delightful. The restaurant was poorly managed, however. The bar was fully occupied by employees of the restaurant in their work clothes. Not great optics for a space with an amazing chef and a lovely environment. That said, I would return for the appetizers.”

“The chicken curry is always good and I love their takeout cup style. The mango smoothie with mango poppers is super delicious.”

“Wide variety of craft beer choices, and we enjoyed all that we sampled. Food was tasty with a number of options. Service (Ken) was top notch! We will be back on our next visit to Athens!”

“Admittedly, I was a huge fan of Transmet, so when it went OOB I was disappointed. While I will always miss their pizza... Starland Lounge came through with an awesome alternative and something different and better than all the other bars in Athens. Highly recommend Starland, go check it out!”

“Olive Garden catered a meal for my work party. I miscalculated the amount of food we would need. Desperate to restock mid party I called and asked for a couple more family size trays ASAP. They were so fast and helpful no one noticed we almost ran out. Everyone enjoyed the food!”

“I always let the staff recommend something for me, and they have not led me wrong. They have always been super pleasant to be around, and the food is awesome! Highly recommend the Spicy Chicken.”

“great food great atmosphere”

“Love the food and friendly staff.”

“I recommend the all star breakfast with a peanut butter and chocolate chip waffle”

“every since I first bought a Hunt Brothers pizza I was sold to deliciousness. I worked for pizza hut at the time and the second time I bought a Hunt Brothers pizza I told the clerks at the store the pizza to me is better than Pizza Hut. then I seen the sign in the window and found out Hunt Brothers has breakfast pizza and it's been a little over four years now and Hunt Brothers pizza is all I buy. what I love is taste, quality, price and fact the toppings don't cost extra. keep up the good work and keep the customers happy. Thank you Hunt Brothers.”

“The Krystal is an Athens original. These little burgers are so good, and the chili cheese fries are absolutely amazing. We get the taste for a burger so we head to Krystal on Prince Ave. Friendly service and good food.”

“Thanks for making our combination birthday/Thankgiving breakfast such a great experience. With friendly, upbeat crew and a crowd of happy diners it was like have a great morning with friends!”

“Our waitress (Natalie? I think?) is always the best! She listens to what you want, makes suggestions, and brings you exactly what you ordered! She works like a dog, too! Always helping others, clearing tables, or washing dishes. I'm sure she is not paid near her worth to Waffle House! And I pray I have her name right. I'm sure she could really use all the shout outs she can get!”

“It's convenient for hospital visitors.

Parking: With the cost of hospital stays, there should be a way for those of us that can't stay overnight to not have to pay $4 every day in order to visit our hospitalized family.”

“Very friendly service. The food was yummy”

“Good breakfast. Started my day off right”

“The Krystal hamburger will always be the boom diggity....corn pups are awesome and maybe the chili cheese dog..but the prices that they charge now is ridiculous.we ordered 12 Krystals with cheese a couple drinks and 2 chips and it was over $40 ....there is no way I'm gonna pay that.....I understand everything has gone up but that's crazy. they don't have professional employees that are respectful and knowledgeable. we should be representative a lot better for the prices that they charge because that is ridiculous for just two people.

Vegetarian options: Prices are high for fast food so that a lot with you...

Kid-friendliness: Yes they have kids meal too”

“Everyone at this location is so nice and courteous. Especially even when you accidently get into the wrong lane lol. I have interacted with Brittany before and she has always been pleasant and, not to sound like a boomer, but the person who took my payment was a delightful young man.”

“For being a fast food place really can't complain too much. You might have a bad experience if you go with all the college kids are back on a Saturday or Sunday but besides that service is pretty good. It's a hard job though”

“What more can you say about McDonald's, they have been nailing for a long time, except for the ice cream machine being down at the worst times it's perfect. To be honest if a ice cream machine being down messes up your day then you probably should go back home ?”

“No problems custom burgers prepared accurately cleanish bathrooms.
This location still has the self service drink station but soon to be replaced by the AI unit behind the counter ??”

“I absolutely love the Bourbon Roast beans!! If you haven’t tried them you definitely need too! Amazing products! Fresh and delicious”

“I just got a takeout order for myself, so I didn't sit the the restaurant, but the food was amazing! It was still hot when I got home, with a perfectly cooked egg and well balanced flavors”

“We celebrated my daughter's 16th birthday with a party of 12 and what a wonderful experience we had!! The food was *phenomenal* and the service was absolute perfection. It went as flawlessly as one could wish for! Daniel was our server and he was the absolute sweetest! Highly recommend the Big Hawaiian pizza... yummmm! Can't wait to come back for a date night! The perfect mix of casual and class. 10/10. Thanks to everyone there for making my daughter's birthday celebration that none of us will forget!!”

“5 Stars I ate here for the first time, today. Veggie pizza was serious. I really enjoyed it. I'll be back. The $2 beer was pretty good as well.”

“YOUR OTHER FAVORITE SANDWICH SHOP SUCKS!

Cheba Hut is hands down the best sandwich spot around! The subs are insanely good – fresh ingredients, huge portions, and every bite is packed with flavor. The menu has awesome options for everyone, with creative names and unique flavor combos that you won’t find anywhere else. My go-to is the Bomb meatball sub, add jalapenos with a side of marinara sauce to dunk it in ? The vibe inside is super chill and relaxed, and the staff (aka "Homies") really make you feel welcomed. Plus, the munchies on the side are addictive! If you're looking for a laid-back spot with seriously delicious, out-of-this-world sandwiches, Cheba Hut is it. Don’t sleep on this place!

Vegetarian options: Cheba Hut is a sandwich lover’s paradise, and they go above and beyond for vegetarians ? Their menu includes an awesome range of veggie options, with creative subs like the Magic Mushroom and Power Plant that are loaded with fresh veggies, flavorful sauces, and melty cheese.”

“My favourite out of a bucket full of great restaurants in Athens. It's a counter top order but someone delivers your meal in quick time and hot. But the food is why you come here. Southern through and through. There is not a thing on the menu I wouldn't bring home for dinner or just can't wait and order in. We ordered Christmas dinner from the Preacher and everyone said AMEN! The fried chicken is mouthwatering juicy good. The Pot Roast is just like your grandmother cooked it for hours. The Collard Greens, sweet potatoes, black eyed peas are scrumptious. Just go there. It's terrific.”

“Not 1, not 2, but 3 delicious salsas! Had a taco salad with chicken and it was the best I've ever had!!! Everything tasted fresh. I highly recommend!”

“Stopped in today for lunch and it was delicious. I ordered the 1/2 chicken plate w/fried okra and coleslaw. Everything was fresh and well seasoned. Keep it up!”

“The bartender, Mark, was awesome! Attentive and such a great personality! Watched all the Saturday games and had great food!

Parking: Plenty of free parking”

“Very good all-you-can-eat. Fried fish and tartar sauce were my overall favorite, though. Tables needed to be cleaned off, but it is understandable that they weren't because it was packed. Fried chicken, okra, and deviled eggs were also really good, of course.”

“I attended their Crawfish Festival today. From the day I bought my ticket to spending the day with them today Chris and his staff did an excellent job. I felt like family amongst them. You could tell that all staff really enjoyed what they were doing today. I will be back sometime soon to try the BBQ.”

“Excellent staff, very friendly atmosphere with delicious food... u can truly have it your way. And the food is fresh tasting 😋 and yummy!!! #ITSWillysTIME”

“Food was delicious! Maepole is one of my go to healthy restaurants that satisfies cravings. This was my first time at this particular location and it’s very nice and clean inside. Portion was large and I got very full ?”

“Decided to stick with a classic & they did not disappoint. My fiancé & I shared an appetizer + entree which was plenty of food! The steak was cooked perfectly and the spinach dip was delicious. I tried their Dragonfruit Margarita which was definitely the star of the show!! It was AMAZING & I also got the long pour which turned out to be almost 3-4 cups!

They also serve bread which is always warm & delicious!”

“Cicis pizza is so delicious and my kids love coming here. They have so many options and if you don’t like what they have out you can order your own pizza. They have salads, pizza, noddles and dessert. Every time I go there they always have great service.”

“Our donuts Saturday were fantastic!”

“Elliano’s on Friday mornings is the kickstart to my weekend. From the cheerful attitudes of the baristas to the very last sip in my cup, every visit is a joyful experience of the most soulful kind. While my go-to drink is a hot Dirty Chai Latte, all that I have tasted are top-notch quality, and the pastries and sandwiches are yummmmm! If you have not yet visited Elliano’s of Athens, do yourself a favor and just drop everything and go. It’s worth the drive, it’s worth your time, and your tastebuds will name a day of appreciation in your honor. Ask me how I know. 😉”

“Yummy! I had the Dirty Bird with the sausage gravy on the side”

“AMAZING FOOD, super friendly staff. The pork and cheese pupusas are delicious. I will definitely be stopping in before going home to VA.”

“The food was amazing! Everything was soo delicious! We had Texas Fajita, Arroz con Pollo and Strawberry Margarita. All tasted great! I can't wait to go and eat the most delicious Mexican food there again! Thank you!”

“By far the best Mexican restaurant in Athens! Very fresh and excellent service! Give it a try!”

“los filetes de pollo y la tostada muy rico.”

“Great staff and always very clean.”

“ORDERED for a Business Lunch, on-site in our Athens office , via UberEats. After a sub-par Uber Eats delivery, our order was only half delivered. The driver forgot to get the other bag which were very clearly marked "Bag 1 of 2" and "Bag 2 of 2"....
Regardless, Tyler, the Operator of this location, came to the rescue and hand-delivered the remainder of our order! Very friendly and I appreciate his willingness to go above & beyond in this situation.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND Gusto! in Athens, the Operator really helped me out in a big way today. I have eaten both on-site and had their food offsite, and I enjoy it very much.”

“I can’t vouch for the BBQ brisket but as a thirty year resident of Central Texas they have righteous breakfast tacos. BBQ setup looked legit and smelled amazing. I did a u-turn and tried it based on that alone. The chorizo was amazing.”

“Go support Lindsey’s. Amazing food. Eat in or take home. Catering too. Can say enough great things about this restaurant and this owner. 🥳”

“Really nice people who give me two doggie treats because I'm "a big dog". I love Molly's. 🦴🤎”

“The food and staff are always great. Service is fast. However, I think the staff should slow down when reading orders because I ended up with a sandwich that had olives when that's not a vegetable that typically comes on that particular sandwich.”

“The service was excellent as usual. I went with my 2 daughters. One had a fruit tray from the cooler up front and it was not fresh at all. We took it back to the counter and they remade it right away, no problem which was good. The broccoli salad was on point and my other daughter loved her loaded potato soup. The only problem was it seems they don’t put lettuce and tomato on the sandwiches anymore which made for a boring sandwich and it needs that texture. We will be confirming that lettuce and tomato be added next time.

Parking: With so many stores nearby it is tricky to find parking during lunch.

Kid-friendliness: It would be great if there was an all sides option. My youngest doesn’t care for chicken salad but loves the sides. I usually order the chicken trio so she can have my extra side by as she gets older that won’t be enough. If they had a deal like the chick but just sides we would come more often.”

“Great !! I enjoy ordering coffee online”

“This is a small public house in terms of square footage, but its food game is HUGE! We ate dinner here before singing a concert, so we did not have a beer. However, the plan is to return soon. We live in Atlanta, so the experience has to be worth the commute, right?

The Pork Belly with Korean BBQ sauce was insanely delicious. My fish and chips was top notch. The coating was light and crispy, and the fish was fresh, flaky, and substantial. Chips were skinny fries, but the tartar sauce made it super yummy when used as a chip dip. My husband had the lamb stew over rice. It was herbacious and rich, in a balanced way. Eat here!”

“Delicious banh mi at a more-than-reasonable price! Their boba is also solid. Their quality is very consistent for both food and beverages. Store is not very most of the time, and a short walk from the Arch. Good place with outlets to sit and study, but also to chat with friends. Have never had to fight for a place to sit

Vegetarian options: Veggie Banh Mi, Veggie Pho, and egg rolls”

“I have been to shows of every conceveable genre here, and a few inconcevable ones as well and never have had a bad time. Good space, best people, highly reccomended.”

“Called Sips because I’d never been there before & the sweet girl who answered talked me through what drink I might like! She was so helpful & nice! 100/10 service & coffee!!!”

“Highly recommend Dawg Gone Good BBQ, first timers and impressed. Quick service and amazingly good ribs. Don’t know how he does it but these ribs needed no sauce! Will definitely be back. Mac and cheese was delicious too.”

“Very tasty vegan options!”

“I had level 12 gamer cupcakes and a cake made for my son’s birthday. The cake and cupcakes were a major hit!! We will definitely be back.”

“Have always enjoyed the service, variety of food and the festive atmosphere!”

“The coffee was tasty and so was the chocolate croissant! Service was speedy!”

“All Southerners know that many gas stations are home to some of the best kept culinary secrets, and this is no exception. Although, technically a convenient store, the restaurant that operates here is superb. Hispanic dining options are plentiful in Clarke County, but this is easily one of the top three options for anyone visiting the area. The street tacos have reset my expectations for the dish, and the tortas are unrivaled. Do not sleep on this place.”

“One of our regular spots as a family. Food is consistently good, kids’ menu is great, and staff is always very helpful and welcoming!

Kid-friendliness: I always feel welcome, even with 3 kids. The kids menu is awesome too and they love the dessert!”

“Dirty chai was awesome. Never had one before. Peeps behind the counter were great!”

“Vegetarian items (which are all vegan) were fantastic. The four of us all enjoyed our meals.”

“Delicious offerings every day and wonderful seasonal treats, too. Thank you for being such a wonderful addition to our community.”

“Great food and wonderful service. A must when visiting Athens.”

“Excellent staff glad you are working the later in years group They did an excellent job”

“Favorite restaurant in town! Best wings, burgers and service hands down!”

“Love this location great service”

“My husband and I just ate at "The Hilltop Grille" in Dec. 2024. I have heard rave reviews for yeats. My rating is this: Great Food, Not friendly service and not memorable except for the food. Waitress was not attentive enough, had to ask 3 times for condiments to eat lunch. Not sure if returning...”

“Loved the service and the food!”

“Gotta be one of the best places in tow. Great atmosphere, great food and every drink you can think of. Check it out.”

“I will never visit any other nail salon in Athens again. I’ve found Frenchies. Super clean, wonderful clean products, friendly, experienced staff. No bad chemicals, wonderful, clean equipment. I can’t say enough good things about this salon. I’ve seen two different staff members and both were fantastic. You can’t go wrong here.”

“Very good customer service and everything was fresh and hot the strawberry biscuits are so amazing”

“It was our first time visiting, Was recommended by a friend. CAVA Was clean food, lookef fresh and Staff was friendly specially Dee Dee. This will be one of our spots after church on Sundays. It was awesome!!!”

“By far the best Mexican restaurant in Athens! Very fresh and excellent service! Give it a try!”

“Amazing food”

“I absolutely love the Bourbon Roast beans!! If you haven’t tried them you definitely need too! Amazing products! Fresh and delicious”

“Went for my birthday and were blown away by the salad bar and all the delicious meats! If you have been to Fogo de Chao in Atlanta, you are in for a treat here in Athens at 1/2 the price! Service was excellent too. Will be back for sure :)”

“My favourite out of a bucket full of great restaurants in Athens. It's a counter top order but someone delivers your meal in quick time and hot. But the food is why you come here. Southern through and through. There is not a thing on the menu I wouldn't bring home for dinner or just can't wait and order in. We ordered Christmas dinner from the Preacher and everyone said AMEN! The fried chicken is mouthwatering juicy good. The Pot Roast is just like your grandmother cooked it for hours. The Collard Greens, sweet potatoes, black eyed peas are scrumptious. Just go there. It's terrific.”

“It was our first time visiting, Was recommended by a friend. CAVA Was clean food, lookef fresh and Staff was friendly specially Dee Dee. This will be one of our spots after church on Sundays. It was awesome!!!”

“Great ice cream and Chris was really friendly!”

“When you enter the store the aroma of the cookie dough smells amazing. I was kinda disappointed that the banana upside down cake was not available at the time of purchase. I managed to select other cookies. My overall experience was great. I would recommend to family and friends.”

“food is absolutely amazing. food was promptly delivered to our table and was just what we ordered. our server was Gabriella. she was very friendly and professional. Julie and byron were the managers on duty. they have amazing customer service.”

“Food is almost Good every single time, I’ve only had 2 bad issues in all my years eating there. Chicken & dumplings are my favorite thing to eat when I go.”

“Tori was the best bartender ever! We came in on Sunday night, she gave the most excellent service and seemed very knowledgeable in her work! Will definitely be back!”

“My wife and I are celebrating our 38th anniversary today and started the day by stopping by for a brunch. Another Broken Egg Cafe was recommended by several friends. Best brunch we’ve ever had. The service by our hostess Rebecca was beyond excellent. She has a heart ❤️ for people and loves her job. She even brought us a complimentary appetizer for our anniversary. Thank you again Rebecca. We will return when we can.”

“los filetes de pollo y la tostada muy rico.”

“Olive Garden catered a meal for my work party. I miscalculated the amount of food we would need. Desperate to restock mid party I called and asked for a couple more family size trays ASAP. They were so fast and helpful no one noticed we almost ran out. Everyone enjoyed the food!”

“Tried to order the steak and ribs combo. Was told they were out of ribs. Got the steak and shrimp instead. My two sides were mashed potatoes and fries. Got 4 shrimp the size of quarters. And the sides also seemed very underportioned. Most restaurants I go to, I struggle to finish my plate. Here, I'm left still hungry. I feel they need to re-access their portion sizes and how four little shrimp can equate to a slab of ribs. While the quality is good, the quantity is questionable. I'll pay the extra price to leave full from Chophouse next door.”

“Absolutely great service and the best food!! I had the Mexican Burger and I have to say that it was the BEST burger I have ever eaten! 💕”

“good food and great atmosphere.”

“Not 1, not 2, but 3 delicious salsas! Had a taco salad with chicken and it was the best I've ever had!!! Everything tasted fresh. I highly recommend!”

“It's definitely a great restaurant. Id reccomend watching out for bees like yellow jackets when sitting outside eating. The restaurant served excellent food. Definitely try it out if you are walking by. You won't be disappointed.”

“The Binion Family shared a Beautiful Birthday Celebration. 11/25/2024 . It was Amazing! The Atmosphere, Great Customer Service and Delicious food..Adriana (waitress), Management and the Team Thank yall for a 1st time Great Experience !
We would recommend! Excepting the same outcome on the next upcoming visit.
The Binion's Family”

“This place might have the best tenders in Athens. They are huge and so good. Glad I stumbled across this diner. Every last bit of food is so good. I went in today, November 26th, and the place was packed! The atmosphere was so good though. All the customers smiling and laughing. I could tell the lady at the front was busy but she was very nice! My new favorite place!”

“I had the pleasure to eat at the one in Rome ga awesome”