Restaurants in Athens
Best Restaurants
Brazilian • $$
American • $$$
“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!”
Southern • $$
“The atmosphere, food and service was impeccable. We had pork belly that was cooked perfectly and the spicy tallow fries incredible. The staff makes you truly feel welcomed and appreciated.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Pizza • $$
“Cute little place close to Prince!! Solid food - we loved the Founder pizza, recommended by our server Han. The restaurant itself is comfortable and spacious with a nice homey vibe. I’ll be back during football season for sure!! Incredible hospitality and quick service.”
Gastropubs • $$
“Jake was a great server and the food was amazing!! It is no shock that their fries are winning awards!!”
Seafood • $$
“I went today on my break and sat in a booth by the bar. Ashley was amazing. The best server I have had in a long time”
Restaurants with Delivery
American • $$$
“Delicious food- the pimento cheese/bacon jam starter is AMAZING. The service was great too- we had a large group and they were so welcoming and kind!”
Brazilian • $$
“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 :)”
Southern • $$
“The atmosphere, food and service was impeccable. We had pork belly that was cooked perfectly and the spicy tallow fries incredible. The staff makes you truly feel welcomed and appreciated.”
Japanese • $
“Touching myself this place is so good. For $12 you can get an absolutely fire poke bowl with INSANE salmon, INSANE tuna, and INSANE sauce. I'm struggling to catch my breath. So, so, so good at such a great price in this economic hellscape.”
Pizza • $$
“Cute little place close to Prince!! Solid food - we loved the Founder pizza, recommended by our server Han. The restaurant itself is comfortable and spacious with a nice homey vibe. I’ll be back during football season for sure!! Incredible hospitality and quick service.”
Mexican • $
“I don’t usually write reviews, but when I do, it’s because someone absolutely redefines the standard—and Scott did exactly that.
From the moment we walked in, Scott operated like he had a sixth sense for hospitality. It wasn’t just service, it was orchestration. Every detail—timing, recommendations, vibe—was dialed in with a level of precision that felt almost unfair to every other place I’ve been.
Need a recommendation? Scott already knows your taste better than you do. Glass getting low? Refilled before you even realize it. Questions? Answered with the confidence of someone who is the menu.
But what really sets Scott apart is the energy. Effortless, genuine, and somehow makes every table feel like the VIP section. You’re not just another customer—you’re the customer.
If this place ever wins awards, just know Scott is the reason why.
Give that man a raise, a promotion, and possibly his own holiday.
11/10. Not a typo.”
Pubs • $$
“Royal Peasant is located near Five Points, south of UGA. There is street parking in the area or you can park at the Fire Station for two hours.
This is a good English pub. They have done a great job of decorating the inside, giving it that genuine feel. And the server was attentive and answered questions well. The food dragged it down in my rating. My daughter had the lamb vindaloo, which came with very little lamb but lots of rice and sauce. I had the Bangers and Mash, which was presented very well but the bangers weren’t top notch. It may have been the turmeric in the cabbage, now that I think about it. My wife had the Royale with Cheese, which was cooked correctly and tasted like… a burger. So it goes.
I will say that the Korean BBQ pork belly starter was great! I highly recommend it.
All that aside- for Athens, this is probably the best English Pub experience you will get! I may return in the future to give it a second try.
One thing I noticed: the outside was heavily populated by students, while the inside was populated by non-student (adult) locals. And the inside people hung out rather than eat and run. That says something!”
Bubble Tea • $$
“Bobamaina is such a great spot for boba lovers! The drinks are always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced—not too sweet. They have a really good variety of flavors and toppings, so there’s always something new to try. The staff is friendly and the service is quick, even when it’s busy. The place itself is clean and has a nice vibe to hang out with friends. Definitely one of my go-to places for boba. Highly recommend!”
Gastropubs • $$
“Jake was a great server and the food was amazing!! It is no shock that their fries are winning awards!!”
Pubs • $$
“Royal Peasant is located near Five Points, south of UGA. There is street parking in the area or you can park at the Fire Station for two hours.
This is a good English pub. They have done a great job of decorating the inside, giving it that genuine feel. And the server was attentive and answered questions well. The food dragged it down in my rating. My daughter had the lamb vindaloo, which came with very little lamb but lots of rice and sauce. I had the Bangers and Mash, which was presented very well but the bangers weren’t top notch. It may have been the turmeric in the cabbage, now that I think about it. My wife had the Royale with Cheese, which was cooked correctly and tasted like… a burger. So it goes.
I will say that the Korean BBQ pork belly starter was great! I highly recommend it.
All that aside- for Athens, this is probably the best English Pub experience you will get! I may return in the future to give it a second try.
One thing I noticed: the outside was heavily populated by students, while the inside was populated by non-student (adult) locals. And the inside people hung out rather than eat and run. That says something!”
New American • $$
“One of my favorite places to eat in Athens. Charming ambience, great food, and friendly knowledgeable wait staff! Just wish they took reservations!”
Online Reservation Available
Seafood • $$
“Our first time here today highly recommend fast & friendly service food was amazing we will be back soon They recommended you to make reservations which is fine with us thanks”
New American • $$
“One of my favorite places to eat in Athens. Charming ambience, great food, and friendly knowledgeable wait staff! Just wish they took reservations!”
Wine Bar • $$
“Fantastic experience at a Pretty Boy. Excellent cocktails and delicious food. Crunchy chicken salad, cold peanut noodles, and the melon salad were perfect on a hot summer night. Great service with an attention to our food allergy needs. Highly recommended!”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Ok, we go here a lot. A great place for soups, salads and sandwiches. Friendly place.”
Italian • $$
“The leasing staff is very helpful with helping getting issues resolved. The maintenance team is prompt at completing work orders. Also love how quiet it is over here. Love reading a book by the pool when it’s pool season.”
Italian • $$$
“Absolutely loved the dining experience at Osteria Olio. The manager/Somalia gave us wine and food recommendations. The wine was excellent. We had the duck and the margarita pizza, which was superb . I would highly recommend and will definitely return. 5 stars!!!!”
Mexican • $
“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!”
Steak House • $$
“Anyone who has ever ate with with me, especially steak, had probably experienced me sending my food back because something is wrong and I'm extremely picky. Well, tonight we went to "TheChop House", to celebrate our anniversary, and my food was PERFECT! I've always taught my kids to tip well and to tip the chefs if the food is above the normal expectations. Therefore, we gave him a well deserved tip and come to find out he is a new chef here. So, I must give credit where credit is due! Thank You!”
Southern • $$
“The service was on point, fast, and very knowledgeable. The appetizers and main entrees were very elevated. The drink menu and desserts were just as elevated as well. You have to try the Blueberry 🫐 Cobbler Cheesecake. The absolute best ever. Highly Recommend and ask for Ben. He was great.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Dear Facebook, This page is hacked. Please return to Seth Hendershot.”
Bubble Tea • $
“The chicken curry is always good and I love their takeout cup style. The mango smoothie with mango poppers is super delicious.”
Seafood • $$$
“The food came out quickly and was delicious, ask for the ribs( they are not on the menu, but will be available for request all summer). The live music and food aroma set the atmosphere, and Zaire had outstanding customer service.”
Seafood • $$
“Our first time here today highly recommend fast & friendly service food was amazing we will be back soon They recommended you to make reservations which is fine with us thanks”
Bubble Tea • $$
“Bobamaina is such a great spot for boba lovers! The drinks are always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced—not too sweet. They have a really good variety of flavors and toppings, so there’s always something new to try. The staff is friendly and the service is quick, even when it’s busy. The place itself is clean and has a nice vibe to hang out with friends. Definitely one of my go-to places for boba. Highly recommend!”
Wine Bar • $$
“Fantastic experience at a Pretty Boy. Excellent cocktails and delicious food. Crunchy chicken salad, cold peanut noodles, and the melon salad were perfect on a hot summer night. Great service with an attention to our food allergy needs. Highly recommended!”
24 Hour Restaurants
Breakfast • $
“I recommend the all star breakfast with a peanut butter and chocolate chip waffle”
Breakfast • $
“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!”
Chicken • $
“Great service..but I wish they would open the play ground..but the food was awesome”
Breakfast • $
“I go to this location almost every week and everytime is a good time. I will forever be going to this Waffle House because of the people there and mainly for the food!”
Fast Food • $
“Ok I ordered Uber Eats tonight not door dash and let me tell you , service is so much better the food was so good I did not have to reheat it. Whoever Is in charge of night shift, keep up the marvelous work. Good job McDonald’s”
Fast Food • $
“This is my main mcdonald that i go to. The ppl are nice and they tend to get ur order right. They are fast at the drive thru but when u do curb picknup, be prepare to wait 10 min and over. Best do drive thru to get ir order fast.”
Italian • $$$
“Absolutely loved the dining experience at Osteria Olio. The manager/Somalia gave us wine and food recommendations. The wine was excellent. We had the duck and the margarita pizza, which was superb . I would highly recommend and will definitely return. 5 stars!!!!”
Italian • $$
“The leasing staff is very helpful with helping getting issues resolved. The maintenance team is prompt at completing work orders. Also love how quiet it is over here. Love reading a book by the pool when it’s pool season.”
Steak House • $$
“Anyone who has ever ate with with me, especially steak, had probably experienced me sending my food back because something is wrong and I'm extremely picky. Well, tonight we went to "TheChop House", to celebrate our anniversary, and my food was PERFECT! I've always taught my kids to tip well and to tip the chefs if the food is above the normal expectations. Therefore, we gave him a well deserved tip and come to find out he is a new chef here. So, I must give credit where credit is due! Thank You!”
Takeout Restaurants
Coffee Roasteries • $
“I absolutely love the Bourbon Roast beans!! If you haven’t tried them you definitely need too! Amazing products! Fresh and delicious”
Seafood • $$
“I went today on my break and sat in a booth by the bar. Ashley was amazing. The best server I have had in a long time”
Lounges • $
“Stopped by today and had great drinks and conversation with bartender Joselyn. Fantastic atmosphere, great quality kava and kratom. Highly reccommend to anyone.”
Southern • $
“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.”
Barbeque • $
“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!”
Barbecue • $
“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.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“I went at a pretty slow time for a quick lunch and was very happy with my sandwich! The Magic Mushroom as a Pinner was packed full, a perfect portion, toasted well and made promptly. The service was friendly and the place was clean and inviting. I've had them before via food apps but they're definitely worth getting in person and supporting directly. I'll be back!”
Breakfast • $
“Food was great! It was a long line to order. Some people didn't decide what to order until they got to the counter which made waiting much longer. They have menus you can study while standing in line. Staff was friendly and nice but very busy with the crowd.”
Tex-Mex • $
“Excellent staff, very friendly atmosphere with delicious food... u can truly have it your way. And the food is fresh tasting 😋 and yummy!!! #ITSWillysTIME”
Asian • $$
“Food was some of the best I have had in my 57 years of being a food eater. The service was awesome.”
Brewery • $$
“Decided to drop into Athens for the day and I'm super happy we checked these guys out. The beer selection was diverse and everything we got was very good. The space is really nice and everyone in there was having a great time. The staff was really friendly and helpful and we were able to do a tasting of the liquor products as well. Really solid brewery.”
Steak House • $$
“Katy was awesome especially giving the circumstances. They sold out of most things but she made up for it offering other options and being sweet during the process. Will definitely be coming back.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Bar • $
“The vibe was super chill and relaxed, loved the drinks, and the games were fun they had a pretty large selection to choose from. We’ll be going back for sure.
Also Z was awesome!”
Tacos • $
“Es mi restaurante favorito de comida Mexicana. Los chicos son unos caballeros y cocinan super delicioso! I love this place!!!”
Lounges • $
“Gotta be one of the best places in tow. Great atmosphere, great food and every drink you can think of. Check it out.”
Coffee Shops • $
“#roadtrip Good stuff for breakfast in Athens, Georgia today at Cafe Racer Coffee + Donuts. Homemade biscuits and creative and fresh potato donuts with lots of unique flavors including some made to be similar to Girl Scouts cookies. Awesome place. Small business owners this is something I’d love to have in Paulding County, Georgia more of. Unique & creative food items, atmosphere and good vibes. Awesome place.💯👊👊 #localeats #foodie #atmosphere #donuts #local #athensga #yummyfood #yummy #flavor #supportlocal #ynotsupportsmallbusiness”
Bar • $
“Good vibe to the bar! Staff is always friendly and patrons are nice to!!!”
Barbecue • $
“they have the best bbq and staff! our new favorite place to eat and hang out!”
Mexican • $
“We booked La Pa on wheels for our wedding and man they DID NOT disappoint. Taqueria La Parilla is mine and my husbands favorite Mexican place in Athens and it meant the world to us to have them cater our wedding. 10/10. Best service. Best food. Carlos was awesome and so communicative the whole year before our wedding!”
Bakery • $
“Friendly staff and owner! Everything is delicious to me (even the scones, which I don't typically like) and the flavors are super unique (you'll find classic flavors as well). This has been my favorite place to get a little treat for years, and whatever you get will be very filling.”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“One of my favorite bars in town. Walked in and I huge, friendly pitbull immediately licked my hand. Watched a girl pour liquor into another girl’s mouth. 11/10, Will come back again and again”
Mexican • $
“We booked La Pa on wheels for our wedding and man they DID NOT disappoint. Taqueria La Parilla is mine and my husbands favorite Mexican place in Athens and it meant the world to us to have them cater our wedding. 10/10. Best service. Best food. Carlos was awesome and so communicative the whole year before our wedding!”
Coffee Shops • $
“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.”
Cafe • $
“My first time and I was SO impressed! Great customer service and clean store. Will definitely be going back!”
American • $
“The Epps Bridge location is GREAT. Food is always good tasty and nutritious. The staff there does a great job and are pleasant every time. A good weekly lunch out option.”
Steak House • $$
“The food was excellent... Shannon was our server and she was amazing as well... We even left her a small souvenir (Nessie) that we make here in our shop... ;-)”
Cheap Eats
Pizza • $
“this pizza is delicious. so happy to have an option that isnt downtown . I love that its not overly greasy and totally customizable. perfect for our little family to have a quick bite and I love that its local. the art is pretty cool touch too!”
Pizza • $
“I've loved this place forever! The owner and the manager treat everyone as family! All of the employees are helpful, the good is delicious, and it feels like love/home when you walk in! I love you guys!!!”
Deli • $
“The Pimento BLT is maybe the best sandwich I have ever eaten. My friend had the Cuban and says it was the best. Now I have to go back and see if he’s lying. Anyway great place. 5 Stars!!!”
Burgers • $
“Absolutely the best customer service, and the food was delicious, we had the Farmburger with sweet potato fries, the burger was huge and the amount of fries in that basket was incredible. The seasonal milkshake hit the spot.”
Gastropubs • $
“The legacy continues from Athens to Monroe, I don’t care if you go for the food, the spirits or the vibe, it’s not to be missed!”
Mexican • $
“The customer service was wonderful. We had Amy as our server and Jaito as the chef. They were super sweet, patient, accommodating, and understanding of our specific dietary needs. We ordered the Pizza Birria, Blackberry Majito, and the Garden Fajitas. The food was amazing and flavorful. The drinks were fantastic. We would definitely come back again All around ten out of ten restaurant!!”
Barbecue • $
“In February of 2025, Dawg Gone Good BBQ catered a wedding that I coordinated at the UGA Botanical Gardens. The food was AMAZING!! The owner and staff were friendly, professional, and a joy to work with! I’d give 20 stars if I could!! On another note…they have a restaurant in downtown Athens near my husband’s office so it’s very close!! I can go there and get their food often!!”
Bakery • $
“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.”
Southern • $
“great food great people and it's a lot of food 😋”
Coffee Shops • $
“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!!!”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“One of my favorite bars in town. Walked in and I huge, friendly pitbull immediately licked my hand. Watched a girl pour liquor into another girl’s mouth. 11/10, Will come back again and again”
Sushi • $$
“ruby and mitch were wonderful servers. they were taking on bar orders for the whole restaurant, for the bar and serving meals at the bar with time to spare to collaborate with each other how to serve more efficiently on this valentine's Friday evening.”
Seafood • $$
“Today’s special was awesome, blackened salmon and shrimp on grits . It was so good and the starter fried green tomatoes yum.”
Patisserie/Cake Shop • $$
“Great cake makers, funny and sweet designs ( and tasty ).”
Bistros • $$
“Absolutely love this place!
We both had the duck which was incredible . My compliments to the chef and staff for running an amazing establishment
Highly recommend!”
Tapas Bar • $$
“They did a great job managing graduation! Food and drinks came out fast! Really enjoyed it!”
Custom Cakes • $$
“The best experience with the owner of CareAway! For my son’s birthday he went shopping to get exactly what my DS would like and added it to the UGA cooler. Just to have someone care that much to make it as special as he could, with me being 5 hours away. meant the world to me. I will definitely use @CareAway Cakes & Gifts again!”
Seafood • $$$
“The food came out quickly and was delicious, ask for the ribs( they are not on the menu, but will be available for request all summer). The live music and food aroma set the atmosphere, and Zaire had outstanding customer service.”
Southern • $$
“The service was on point, fast, and very knowledgeable. The appetizers and main entrees were very elevated. The drink menu and desserts were just as elevated as well. You have to try the Blueberry 🫐 Cobbler Cheesecake. The absolute best ever. Highly Recommend and ask for Ben. He was great.”
Bar • $$
“Love this confederate style establishment that offers good service, and a little bit of history while still being inclusive and kind to all different walks of people. General Beauregard would be proud! God bless America and Dixie!”
Brewery • $$
“To start things off, the reason I’m only giving 4 stars and not 5 is because I feel that there has been a drop off in the quality of Terrapin’s beer over the last year or two. Being a born and raised Georgian (North Georgia), Terrapin was one of the main breweries that hooked me into craft beer. Their limited release line was amazing for so many years. I was also able to get limited releases local from several craft beer package stores from 2009 to around 2020. Yrs, I know Covid screwed a lot of things up, but what’s crazy is I was able to get amazing beers from breweries all over the country during Covid, yet distribution of Terrapin seemed to slow and then now only the core beers are available in package stores, including no Wake-N-Bake distribution and no more Moo-Hoo in production at all! I was told you could go to the brewery and buy W-N-B, so I decided to make the almost 2 hour drive to the brewery to pick some up. Upon entering, I noticed the gift shop side and immediately saw some older limited release WNB bottles that were left over before one of their previous brewers left, which I quickly grabbed 8 or 10 bottles of them and took them to the counter to put aside for me. I also ordered a couple of their new WNB variations that are only available on draft in house. I had the Cinnamon Roll WNB, Irish Buh Bye and Cherry Garcia. They were all very good, but there was no comparison to what these variations use to be. There was almost zero Cinnamon in the Cinnamon Roll, not much Cherry in the Cherry Garcia and the best of the 3 was the Irish Buh Bye, but none of them compared to the quality of the variations from years past and to me, that’s sad considering how awesome they use to be. Still very good (not great) beer.
The brewery itself.. fantastic space and some very nice staff that was very accommodating. The place was very clean and I definitely enjoyed my time while I was there. I also learned that whatever company owns Terrapin also owns Sweetwater in Atlanta, which I also feel the quality of Sweetwater declined 6-8 years ago and I have quit drinking Sweatwater all together.
I know the craft beer scene isn’t what it was a few years ago, but I hope Terrapin’s beer doesn’t continue to decline. Again, overall.. really enjoyed myself at Terrapin and I will go again when I’m in the area, but given the lack of quality in the beers, I don’t know if it’s enough to make me want to drive back to drive just for a visit to the brewery.”
Italian • $$
“Great restaurant! My wife & I weren’t sure where to go. I Googled “Best Restaurants in Athens, Ga”. Frankly, I had to scholl through 3-4 pages and Ossetian Athena finally came up … we’ll worth the wait! My wife & I had a great over appetizer, Mushroom Bruschetta, Caesar Salads & Salmone Al Pistacchio including an Italian Blend … simply outstanding! On top of all this, Drew, the owner, was a GREAT HOST! I highly recommend this restaurant!”
Japanese • $$
“We loved this restaurant! The waiters were cool, food was delicious, ambiance was beautiful. Love that they sat us in a booth with beautiful amethyst quartz surrounding it- it's my birthstone. The kids ordered boba tea and got to keep the panda cups, an adorable souvenir. I ordered the beautiful bento box and my daughter was mesmerized and ready to trade meals. They have a great lunch special. Free parking with handicap spaces in the front and a large back lot.”
Bar • $$
“Vibes galore. Things I love: aesthetic, service, NA cocktails, perfect aperol spritz ratio, nonnas bread, meatballs, arancini. What a sweet little place. Can’t wait to come back. The server at the bar was so delightful, let us be silly and chatted a bit. Just good vibes all around.”
Bar • $$
“Visiting from out of town and wish I found this place sooner. It's a great place to get a drink (or NA/THC/CBD beverage) and catch up with a pal or even hang out and read.
Good vibes, cool music, and loads of comfortable indoor and outdoor seating options. Kind and attentive bartender. Very reasonable prices.
Stop here when you need a fratboy free watering hole in Athens!”
American • $$
“My wife and I always enjoy eating at the Hilltop Grille when we are in Athens. The cream brûlée is amazing. On our visit to Athens on 2/13/2026, around 11:30 AM, I had the grilled salmon. It was delicious. My wife shared a little of her coleslaw with me. I later experienced mild indigestion. The only other thing I ate all day was some freshly homemade brownies my sweet neighbor brought over. The following morning around 7 AM, I awoke with an extreme urgency to go to the bathroom. I almost didn’t make it. I had a one and done case of severe diarrhea. I am submitting this review just to see if anyone else experienced the same issue after eating after eating there that day.”
Sushi • $$
“I've been to Tiger Sushi Athens multiple times now & the food's always BOMB ! The sushi selections are always fresh and you can tell it's authentic because the crowd always includes diners from the local Asian community, which is always a great sign. They have an "A" for their food score which is HIGHLY important to me and the staff are always attentive. Best time to go is in the during the week to avoid crowds! Happy, return trip customer !”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Good place to hang out and it's a hit & miss with the bartenders & how the drinks are made. Last time drinks sucked but this time they were great!”
Bar • $$
“I've been coming to bad moon for a while now Andrew the owner possibly the best guy I met downtown every time I coming there I'm treated like family immediately respected super safe environment great place to party or just sit back and chill they were featured in the top 10 bars downtown everyone there is treated like family when you come in the drinks are wonderful and get better through the night it's just an awesome vibe great environment everyone should come if you don't know you need to it's the best bar in Athens”
Bar • $$
“Last night was our first time eating there and it was a fabulous experience! Food was delicious, atmosphere was unique and pleasant, and service was phenomenal. Morgan, our server, was amazing!”
Seafood • $$
“Absolutely love this place! Great atmosphere, great service , great food! Will be back for sure!!”
Steak House • $$
“Good food and good service but my opps pulled up when I was on a date. Otherwise it’d be a 6-star review. The portion sizes and prices are very fair. Very clean and well-kept place. Completely mogs the Chinese buffet to the right.”
Korean • $$
“Leslie made my day!!!!! Great attitude! She actually knew of my law firm (Simmons Law) so she impressed me early! lol. Food???? AMAZING!!! Best thing to me was the salad and the salad dressing was so flavorful I had 2 salads. It was a fun experience “cooking” your bbq and trying the different flavors. I will definitely be back to the Athens location soon!”
Seafood • $$
“#localeats In Athens, Georgia. #roadtrip Chuck's Fish Athens. Some good stuff with tons of sushi. #sushi #athens #athensga”
Cocktail Bar • $$$$
“$2 dollar shots all night. Only spent $14 dollars. Blacked out in the booth. Vary cool vibe overall. Shout out to the GM jack and the AGM Cohan for carrying me to my uber! Ps- the girl with tattoos and red hair is an amazing bartender. Overall would come again.”
Sports Bar • $$$$
“This was the first establishment I've ever been to like this! Staff was friendly and informative, customers were nice and respectful, and the girls were very attractive and talented. I was nervous and didn't know what to expect, but I had fun and everything turned out great!”
Dessert • $$
“Fantastic cookies. We stop by Insomnia every time we are in Athens. They never disappoint. They are always warm and served up with a smile. Thank you.”
Latest Reviews
Fast Food • $
“Excellent staff glad you are working the later in years group They did an excellent job”
Family • $
“Favorite restaurant in town! Best wings, burgers and service hands down!”
Cafeteria • $
“Love the two women on first shift on the bowl very nice and always asked me how my day going and my pleasure is a plus but hate coming to the bowl at night she is so disrespectful and mean”
American • $$
“My wife and I always enjoy eating at the Hilltop Grille when we are in Athens. The cream brûlée is amazing. On our visit to Athens on 2/13/2026, around 11:30 AM, I had the grilled salmon. It was delicious. My wife shared a little of her coleslaw with me. I later experienced mild indigestion. The only other thing I ate all day was some freshly homemade brownies my sweet neighbor brought over. The following morning around 7 AM, I awoke with an extreme urgency to go to the bathroom. I almost didn’t make it. I had a one and done case of severe diarrhea. I am submitting this review just to see if anyone else experienced the same issue after eating after eating there that day.”
Nail Salons • $$
“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.”
Chicken • $
“Very good customer service and everything was fresh and hot the strawberry biscuits are so amazing”
Restaurant • $
“This is a family oriented business… they love to keep the atmosphere live and positive with great foods…. I feel positive aura from them like down south… thru are worthy…. And they are budget friendly to cater to everyone…. Come here to have a good time… and leave that way!!!”
Coffee Roasteries • $
“I absolutely love the Bourbon Roast beans!! If you haven’t tried them you definitely need too! Amazing products! Fresh and delicious”
Restaurant • $$
“Went for my birthday and were blown away by the salad bar and all the delicious meats! If you have been to Fogo de Chao in Atlanta, you are in for a treat here in Athens at 1/2 the price! Service was excellent too. Will be back for sure :)”
Restaurant • $
“My favourite out of a bucket full of great restaurants in Athens. It's a counter top order but someone delivers your meal in quick time and hot. But the food is why you come here. Southern through and through. There is not a thing on the menu I wouldn't bring home for dinner or just can't wait and order in. We ordered Christmas dinner from the Preacher and everyone said AMEN! The fried chicken is mouthwatering juicy good. The Pot Roast is just like your grandmother cooked it for hours. The Collard Greens, sweet potatoes, black eyed peas are scrumptious. Just go there. It's terrific.”
Fast Food • $
“Was my 1st time doing breakfast n sadly being a big breakfast guy it was off the chain so guess im coming back alot cuz waffle house got expensive, McDonald's is played out n there prices here r pretty cheap plus the ppl r very customer service oriented n sweet. See ya'll tmoro”
Sushi • $$
“I've been to Tiger Sushi Athens multiple times now & the food's always BOMB ! The sushi selections are always fresh and you can tell it's authentic because the crowd always includes diners from the local Asian community, which is always a great sign. They have an "A" for their food score which is HIGHLY important to me and the staff are always attentive. Best time to go is in the during the week to avoid crowds! Happy, return trip customer !”
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American • $
“I love Cracker Barrel. 90 % of the time we get a great meal. However every time I order mash potatoes they are cold and lumpy. Someone needs to learn how to make mash potatoes. A little milk and butter will solve your problem.”
Barbecue • $
“Oh my, I work at a venue that just had your food catered here for an event today… I was lucky to have tasted your sliced chicken and baked beans. Those beans are on point!!! Some of the best I’ve ever had!!”
Diner • $
“Our family loves Metro Diner. The food is absolutely delicious. We have had a server name Loytoya twice and she is fantastic, her smile and attitude is awesome. Such a sweet lady she's one of the reasons we came back.”
American • $
“Service was absolutely amazing tonight! We drive all the way from Henry Co to patronize this particular location and it’s NEVER failed us! Everything was hot, came out quick, and tasted great.”
Mexican • $
“The customer service was wonderful. We had Amy as our server and Jaito as the chef. They were super sweet, patient, accommodating, and understanding of our specific dietary needs. We ordered the Pizza Birria, Blackberry Majito, and the Garden Fajitas. The food was amazing and flavorful. The drinks were fantastic. We would definitely come back again All around ten out of ten restaurant!!”
Italian • $
“I don't always end up with an enjoyable dining experience. Because I like to eat in a quiet atmosphere. These when ppl take their babies. & small children that haven't been raised 2 have an inside voice. My experience suffers. This time was good.”
Burgers • $
“I was most impressed by the customer service. It was a pleasure, especially in a fast food place, to encounter an employee who was cheerful and fast, even though he was very busy!
The patty melt was good and I always recommend getting a malted milkshake when it is offered.”
Tex-Mex • $
“I have always enjoyed my experiences at this Chilli’s The food is great and so is the service”
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Breakfast • $
“🙂My daughter and I tried this place for the first time yesterday. The food was DELICIOUS, and there is truly something for any dietary need on their menu. The staff and atmosphere were GREAT! We will definitely be going back SOON!”
Diner • $
“Our family loves Metro Diner. The food is absolutely delicious. We have had a server name Loytoya twice and she is fantastic, her smile and attitude is awesome. Such a sweet lady she's one of the reasons we came back.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Perfect downtown location!! Super yummy bagel sandwiches!! I didn’t even know you could steam a bagel and this place 100% proves why you should!! Very yummy and filling. Perfect for that 30min lunch break or that cute date. 1st visit was soo good that I had a lunch date with the hubby the next day and now he’s hooked 🥯”
Indian • $
“Great Quick, Indian restaurant offering authentic taste in the heart of Athens. The staff is super friendly and the service is pretty quick. Also look conveniently located next to an Indian and American grocery store. Feeling like a little piece of home away from home.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Favorite new coffee shop in town! They have creative drinks and lovely customer service. Also their marketing and designs are very cool. I have two hats and a shirt they are awesome!”
Bubble Tea • $
“Awesome place! Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food/drinks! Highly recommend- our family loves it.”
Venezuelan • $
“Discovered this place today. Fantastic ,friendly service, delicious food, and fresh juices. Venezuelan and Latin American foods.. pastellitos,arepas,pupusas. Delicious!!!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Delicious coffee and a wide variety of amazing food. Staff is always friendly and they are very willing to give recommendations and answer questions. Definitely the best customer service I have had in Athens!”
Mexican • $
“we ate at Taco Mama for lunch today. The staff was so nice. the service was excellent. The cook created a delicious meal for us. The food is so fresh tasting. We will definitely be back again.”
Pizza • $
“We love coming to this place! Specially when Lindsey the bartender is there! She gives the best service and it’s super fast! And mark is okay too (we love him)”
Chicken • $
“My wife and I stopped by on our way to Tybee Island and it is absolutely amazing food! Wish we had this back home!! Very impressed 😊😊”
Chicken Shop • $
“Pickup delivery was ready early in the specified window and the waiter was friendly and efficient. The chicken was delicious as usual! We got the spicy galbi and cheesling. We will be back!”
Mexican • $
“all the staff treated my sister and I extremely well. Everybody received us with a smile and were very attentive. the food was amazing too. I hope i get to return soon ❤️. Thank you for the amazing experience.”
Ethiopian • $
“Vegetarian items (which are all vegan) were fantastic. The four of us all enjoyed our meals.”
Wine Bar • $
“We had an event for 40 people and it was perfect! Todd is incredibly knowledgeable and such a wonderful host. We loved getting to try all of the wines, and the space accommodated our group seamlessly.
It was the perfect mix of elegance and comfort, with plenty of seating for everyone to relax and enjoy the experience.
I can’t recommend it enough for your next gathering or even just a great glass of wine.”
“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 :)”