14 Best American Restaurants in Athens

Cafe 72 American • $
12250 US-72, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Hand Battered Onion Rings
Homemade Onion Rings
Country Fried Steak
Double Cheeseburger
Chicken Finger
Hamburger Steak
Grilled Cheese
Smoked Chicken
Club Sandwich
Baked Potato

“I picked up lunch here for the fam. Mom passed away on the 9th. We were all at her house going through her things and everyone was hungry. I wanted to buy local food instead of going to a big chain and Cafe 72 was close by, so Cafe 72 it was.
I called the order in for pickup and the voice on the other end was so polite and helpful. Not to mention it was a big order and we got everything we asked for.
The bacon cheeseburgers are big and delicious! May, lettuce, tomato ,bacon and cheese of course. The buns are heated on the grill which, to me, sets the whole burger off. We ordered three of those. My wife, my nieces boyfriend and I ordered them.
The crispitos are big and packed with beef. My little sister and brother-in-law ordered those. We asked for a side of cheese and sour cream and we got it.
My niece got the BLT with a side of mayo and her little boy got the kids corndog meal. He ate it up, too ?
The atmosphere was welcoming and as I looked around the dining room I saw some veterans sitting around eating, which I loved seeing. It gave me the feeling that this place is appreciative, thankful and respectful of our great country's veterans.
Cafe 72 has great food y'all. I didn't get any pictures this time, sorry. Go by and eat there. From looking at the online menu they have a lot of great food to choose from.
This order came out to around $47...to feed 7 people! You will not go to the big chain restaurants and feed that many people with such a small bill. I was amazed at this and I am so glad we chose Cafe 72 for lunch that day.“

4.9 Superb51 Reviews
Ramona J’s American • $
1212 US-31, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Golden Eagle Cheeseburger
Double Cajun Ranch Burger
Hamburger Steak N Gravy
Philly Cheesesteak
Mashed Potatoes
Wings w 2 Sides
Rattler Burger
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wrap
Fried Okra

“My son and I stopped by the Hwy 31 location for lunch. I ordered the small catfish meal. It comes with fries which I exchanged for turnips and Cornbread. The catfish was cooked to perfection and the fresh turnips were spot on turnips. The Cornbread muffin was light and fluffy. The meal was a great value and made my tastebuds happy. I will definitely be returning and highly recommend Ramona J's to anyone who wants great food for a great price. Go ahead and tantalize your tastebuds.“

4.5 Superb43 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
1212 Kelli Dr, Athens

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Lemon Pepper Grilled Rainbow Trout
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Chicken Fried Chicken with Gravy
Momma's French Toast Breakfast
Southern Fried Chicken
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Cracker Barrel Sampler
Grilled Chicken Tenders

“Always have a great meal and great service when we go in!“

3.8 Good329 Reviews
Geezburger Hamburger • $
13951 Shaw Rd, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken and BBQ Chicken
Sausage Egg Cheese Stuffed Waffle
Chocolate Gravy and Biscuit
Double Cheeseburger Basket
Philly Cheesesteak Basket
Chocolate Meringue Pie
Triple Cheeseburger
Geezeburger Basket
Bacon Cheeseburger
Chicken Dressing

“Amazing melt in your mouth burgers and the seasoned fries are delicious! Staff was friendly and we got our food very quickly! Definitely will be returning! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

4.7 Superb39 Reviews
Applebee's Grill + Bar American • $
1331 US Hwy 72 E, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Bourbon Street Mushroom Swiss Burger
Babyback Ribs and Coleslaw Salad
Bourbon Street Steak and Shrimp
Brew Pub Loaded Waffle Fries
Shrimp 'N Parmesan Sirloin
Riblets and Mashed Potatoes
Triple Chocolate Meltdown
Broccoli Chicken Alfredo
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Wonton Tacos

“I usually only share bad experiences on reviews but I'm trying to change that and luckily Applebees gave great service tonight so they're my first positive review in a long while! My steak was cooked terribly tonight but our waitress Nicole and the manager Suzanne did everything in their power to make it right! I love the fact that they took my concerns seriously and were quick to remedy the issue. Thank you so much Nicole and a special thanks to the manager Suzanne!“

3.6 Good120 Reviews
Catfish Cabin II Seafood • $
906 US Hwy 72 E, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fingers with Slaw and Fries
Side of Hushpuppies 12
Chicken Finger Dinner
Fried Green Tomatoes
Blackened Catfish
Appetizer Sampler
Onion Ring Tower
Seafood Platter
Chicken Tenders
Hamburger Steak

“Catfish Cabin is locally owned and they have the best food in Athens and the reason they run out of fish is because they stay buzy all time and if u haven't ever worked in fast food then u don't know what the workers there go through they try there best to please everyone that comes in but thats impossible and if ur short staffed like everyone is now you got to wait I don't see no body leaving the lines at Burger King r mickie d love the food there and there workers r amazing .Catfish Cabin gets 5 stars plus“

4.1 Good110 Reviews
Suzanne's Bakery & Eatery Bakery • $
1207 E Forrest St STE F, Athens

“Suzanne’s Bakery is a local gem! Everything is baked with love, and the flavors are always amazing. Whether it’s for an event, client gift, or just because—it’s one of our favorite places to stop in Athens!“

4.5 Superb10 Reviews
Slim Chickens Chicken • $
1814 US Hwy 72 E, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Cheesecake Jar Dessert
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich
Big Dill Chicken Sandwich Meal
Cayenne Ranch Chicken Sandwich
Crispy Chicken Sandwich Meal
Chicken Club Sandwich
Small Crowd Coleslaw
Smokey Cheddar Wrap
Chicken Fingers
Texas Toast Tray

“We had a bad experience when the Madison location opened and when we got one here in Athens my husband and I decided to give it another chance. We are SO glad that we did! It’s now one of our favorite places to eat, every staff member we have encountered has been extremely friendly, helpful and welcoming. The food is always delicious and the atmosphere is so relaxed!“

4 Good132 Reviews
306 Barbecue Barbecue • $
23101 US-72, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Turkey Plate with Man and Cheese and Brown Sugar Green Beans
Potato Salad Mac & Cheese Slaw
Pull Pork Baked Loaded Potato
Combination Ribs and Brisket
Turkey Sandwich Platter
Brisket Loaded Potato
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Broccoli Casserole
Side of Baked Beans
Loaded Ham Nachos

“The BBQ nachos are delicious…get you some!“

4 Good83 Reviews
Waffle House Breakfast • $
1507 US Hwy 72 E, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Scrambled Eggs with Cinnamon Raisin Toast
Hashbrowns Scattered Smothered & Covered
Sausage Egg & Cheese Hashbrown Bowl
Eggs Sausage Patties Hashbrowns
Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Ham and Cheese Omelette
Chocolate Chip Waffle
Waffle and Bacon
Grits and Eggs
All American

“The old Athens, AL Waffle House is all around much better than the newest Waffle House on Hwy 31. Service is completely 100% better as is the food. The dining area may be a bit older but I can handle that with the other options.

Parking: There's plenty of parking area around the restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: We always see kids there.

Wheelchair accessibility: It's pretty much even with the parking lot and although there's a small ramp to the sidewalk, it's really not needed.“

4 Good83 Reviews
Captain D's Fast Food • $
102 US-31, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Grilled White Fish and Shrimp Skewer
Fish & 6 Piece Butterfly Shrimp Meal
Grilled White Fish & Shrimp Skewer
Kids Batter Dipped Fish Meal
Southern Style Whitefish
Ultimate Seafood Platter
Fish and Chips with Okra
Deluxe Seafood Platter
Supreme Sampler Meal
Add-On 1 Piece Fish

“The only negative part of my experience was a long wait in the drive thru line. The food was spectacular and I highly recommend the lobster bites. They are crunchy, buttery and should be a permanent item on the menu, year around. I got a four piece fish dinner with fried okra and macaroni and cheese. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sides were fantastic. The hush puppies were moist and hot. Paired them with a large sweet tea and I had a marvelous dinner.

The staff was super kind and very attentive. I would highly recommend this restaurant and it definitely helped quell my seafood craving. I would give it a ten star rating if that was possible. Enjoy!“

4 Good65 Reviews
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IHOP

IHOP Breakfast • $
16211 Athens-Limestone Blvd, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Chicken Sandwich with Onion Rings
Breakfast Sampler Shared One Meal
Bacon Cheeseburger with Fries
Turkey Club with Onion Rings
Egg White Vegetable Omelette
Poblano Steak Eggs Benedict
Double Blueberry Pancakes
Smoked Poblano Omelette
Ultimate Chocolate Cake
Build Your Own Omelette

“I gave two stars for the atmosphere because we ate standing up from the back of my car. We were traveling through from Washington state and had 3 dogs with us. This question made me laugh. Truly, the best meal we had since leaving and we had some pretty fancy food after checking into hotels. Service from the front desk was excellent.“

3.9 Good85 Reviews
Waffle House Breakfast • $
381 US-31, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Sausage a and Cheese on Toast with Hash Browns Three Pickles
Bacon Bowl with Scrambled Eggs and Cheese
Texas Cheesesteak Melt with Hashbrowns
Build Your Own Breakfast Sandwich
Hashbrowns Scattered Smothered
Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Sausage Egg & Cheese Biscuit
Ham Egg & Cheese Grits Bowl
Lunch Melt Hashbrown Bowls
2 City Ham Biscuits

“Such a great management team realized that we had been waiting a bit longer than expected and handled it with such kindness. Apologizing where it wasn't needed and giving a good discount to make up for the lost time. The team at this location really pulls together even when they are slammed, very impressive. Our breakfast was delicious and my family left full and in great spirits!“

3.7 Good55 Reviews
Buffalo Wild Wings Chicken Wings • $
22099 US Hwy 72 E, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Wings Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
Classic Bacon Burger with Tater Tots
Bacon Double Cheeseburger
Cheese Curd Bacon Burger
House Sampler Platter
Buffalo Wild Wings
Traditional Wings
Mozzarella Sticks
Ultimate Nachos
Fried Pickles

“Love coming up here with Anissa. Always a good time with great service 💕“

3.2 Average86 Reviews