9 Best Burger Restaurants in Athens

Whataburger Burgers • $
1327 US Hwy 72 E, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Whataburger Double Meat Whatameal
Double Whataburger with Cheese
Triple Cheeseburger and Fries
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Try Our Dipping Sauces
Whataburger Patty Melt
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Chocolate Chip Cookie
10 Whataburger Box
Chili Cheeseburger

“The food is amazing the service is normally great tonight I spoke with Mary Marrone she was very friendly did an excellent job with customer service“

4.3 Superb488 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

“😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁“

4.5 Superb88 Reviews
Dub's Burgers Hamburger • $
400 S Jefferson St Suite 402, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Pie Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes
Cheeseburger All the Way
Cheeseburger with Fries
Hamburger All the Way
Chicken Finger Plate
Side of French Fries
Side of Onion Rings
Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Cheese
Chuckwagon

“We went to this burger place for the first time and it was amazing. We had the all in hamburger, the all in cheeseburger and fries. The burgers had a bit of a crisp to it that gave it a great taste. We also got a corn dog and it was delicious. It reminded me of a carnival corn dog. The service was fast and the staff were very friendly. All in all this place is a great choice for a fast burger.“

4.3 Superb122 Reviews
Cafe 72 American • $
12250 US-72, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Cheeseburger with Fries
Hand Battered Onion Rings
Homemade Onion Rings
Double Cheeseburger
Country Fried Steak
Hamburger Steak
Smoked Chicken
Chicken Finger
Grilled Cheese
Club Sandwich

“They know me by name and have my tea for me sometimes even before I sit down. Brenda knows my order and asks if I want it the same doesn't even need to bring me a menu. I see the folks I went to school with here and even my 9th grade math teacher. This place is like home!“

4.8 Superb83 Reviews
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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

“A lot more food served than I expected! It was very good and we had leftovers enough for another meal. Our waittress was very sweet. The music was set to classic 80s pop and soft rock. This is a weird thing to review perhaps, but the bathroom smelled amazing with some kind of cinnamon potpourri stuff.“

3.8 Good136 Reviews
Hardee's Fast Food • $
1110 S Jefferson St, Athens

Customers` Favorites

New Hamburger Advertised for 2 99
Nashville Hot Chicken Biscuit
Frisco Breakfast Sandwich
Country Ham Biscuit
Big Cheeseburger
Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Fingers
Sausage Biscuit
Cinnamon Roll

“Im a Frisco man. I love the Frisco burgers and breakfast sammichs. Hardee's still has the best biscuits of any fast food place. I love to dine in fpr breakfast because the smells are nostalgic. Never had a bad experience with Hardee's.“

3.8 Good103 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

“The management and crew have come and long way in the past few years and we are so happy and excited for it!!! Vax is very impressive young lady who is excellent at her job and customer service 💯 All of the servers and bartenders are doing a great job, as well as the back of house crew. Food is excellent and our visits are 100% satisfying ❤️“

3.7 Good168 Reviews
Jack's Family Restaurant Fast Food • $
307 US-31, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Finger & French Fries
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Cheeseburger & Fries
Biscuits and Gravy
Breakfast Platter
Breakfast Special
Biscuit and Gravy
Chicken Biscuit
Chicken Fingers
Mashed Potatoes

“Please fill the macaroni and cheese all the way up.“

3.5 Good114 Reviews
Roosters Restaurant Chicken • $
125 US-31, Athens

Customers` Favorites

7pc Grilled Tenders with Toast
Chicken Snack & Fried Pickles
Chocolate Mousse Pie
Chicken Finger Snack
Boneless Wings Meal
Fried Mushrooms
Chicken Fingers
French Fries
Corn Nuggets
Baked Beans

“Roosters in Athens is hands‑down one of the best spots in town. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly — you can tell they take real pride in what they serve. The staff is friendly, fast, and makes you feel like a regular even if it’s your first visit. Whether you’re grabbing lunch, picking up dinner, or treating the family, Roosters never disappoints. Athens has a lot of great local places, but Roosters is one of those restaurants you keep coming back to because everything just hits the mark every single time. Highly recommend.“

3.5 Good103 Reviews

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