11 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Athens

Fresh Air Barbeque Barbeque • $
1110 Hull Road, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Sandwich Brunswick Stew \u0026 Cole Slaw
Pulled Pork Sandwich Brunswick Stew & Cole Slaw
1st and 2 nd Dish with Large Sandwich
Pork Sandwich Plate with Cole Slaw
Pulled Chicken Sandwich with Slaw
Large Chopped Pork Sandwich
Cookies and Cream Pudding
Kids Chicken Finger Meal
Chopped Pork Barbeque
Pint Brunswick Stew

“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!“

4.7 Superb183 Reviews
Tamez Barbecue Barbecue • $
1660 West Broad Street, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Lunch Special Brisket Double Beans Tortillas
Breakfast Taco Egg and Chorizo
Breakfast Burrito Mexicano
Potato and Chorizo Burrito
Bean and Cheese Burrito
Egg and Cheese Burrito
Build Your Own Burrito
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Chorizo Egg Burrito
Pulled Pork Plate

“they have the best bbq and staff! our new favorite place to eat and hang out!“

4.4 Superb153 Reviews
Scott's BBQ Barbecue • $
4007 Danielsville Road, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Slab of Ribs
Baked Beans
Chopped

“Lots of people lime my 278th BBQ restaurant. But my long held position is pulled is better than chopped so chopped gets a deduction. The sauce was good, BBQ was at least tender and and a decent portion. Didnt do sides as the selection was slim, but the added slaw was ok. But as for wholes in the wall, its a place to stop if your in the area of Hull/North Athens and you dont want to venture down to Butt Hut or Smokehouse. The price was good too.“

4.8 Superb64 Reviews
Dawg Gone Good BBQ Barbecue • $
224 West Hancock Avenue, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Plate with Baked Beans and Mac-N-Cheese
Summer Squash Casserole
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Rib Plate 3 Bones
Med Peach Cobbler
Med Mac N Cheese
Spinach Supreme
Sampler Platter
Banana Pudding

“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!!“

4.5 Superb285 Reviews
White Tiger Athens Barbecue • $
217 Hiawassee Avenue, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Pimento Cheese and Crackers
Seared Salmon Ciabatta
Smoked Chicken Sandwich
Bacon Cheddar Burger
BBQ Pork Sandwich
The Jason Sandwich
Pulled Pork Plate
The Alice Burger
Banana Pudding
Homemade Slaw

“The bacon cheddar burger was absolutely delicious! 10/10 👍“

4.4 Superb244 Reviews
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
1787 Oconee Connector, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Spare Ribs and Pulled Pork with Potato Salad and Grilled Corn
Pulled Pork Sandwich with Bar-B-Q Corn on the Cob
Turkey Potato Loaded Baked Potato
Smoked Turkey with Brisket Chili
Brisket Chili Cheese Wedges
Bar-B-Q Corn on the Cobb
Karl's Catfish Sandwich
Pitmaster Nacho Platter
Chicken Tender Dinner
Beef Brisket Sandwich

“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!!“

4.1 Good339 Reviews
Butt Hutt BBQ Barbecue • $
480 Macon Highway, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Beef Brisket Backed Beens and Potato Salad
Large Chopped Chickwich Basket
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Grilled Cheese Basket
Buttwitch Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Banana Pudding
Brisket Basket
Brunswick Stew
Brisket Plate

“Best BBQ! Everything I’ve eaten is delicious! Best Brunswick stew. Always consistent food.“

4 Good339 Reviews
Bolton Dining Commons Cafeteria • $
790 South Lumpkin Street, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Barbecue Chicken Wings with Fries
Blackened Catfish over Rice
Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Brownie and Ice Cream
Beef Pho with Tofu
Potatoes Gravy
Mixed Plater
Taco Plate
Dumplings
Enchilada

“Thank you for keeping the high standards for food that I’ve come to expect from UGA Dining Services. I know, no matter which dining facility I go to, that the food will be freaking awesome, the staff will be friendly and answer any questions I may have (and repeat it since I have hearing issues). These have been some trying times and we’re all facing things we’ve never had to face before in our lifetimes – so I really do appreciate how hard Dining has worked to follow guidelines for social distancing, for keeping the high quality of food, and still maintaining the friendliness and fabulous customer service that we’ve long taken for granted. KUDOS TO YOU!!!“

4.4 Superb143 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse Steak House • $$
2170 West Broad Street, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Steakhouse Mac & Cheese with Smoked Bacon and Four Creamy Cheeses Cal 610
Renegade Sirloin with 8ct Redrock Grilled Shrimp
Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
Death by Chocolate with Vanilla Ice Cream
Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Sandwich
White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
6oz Sirloin and Loaded Potato
Outlaw Ribeye and Baked Potato
Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip
Seasoned Steakhouse Wings

“The staff and service was great!

The fried onion app was good. Great salads and loaded potatoes.

The steaks were just okay on this visit. We had ribeyes. They were thin and a little fatty (mine was at least). I recalled them being seasoned or marinated a bit so the taste was off for me. They were cooked to order though (medium rare). The ribs my party ordered were good.

Worth popping in for friendly service.“

4.3 Superb404 Reviews
D92 Korean BBQ - Athens Korean • $$
1080 Baxter Street, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Gochujang 고추장 Salad Kimchi Pickled Radish Marinated Peanuts and Tofu Side Dishes
Gochujang Salad Korean Red Pepper Paste with Sesame Seed Oil and Lettus
All You Can Eat Lunch Special
Korean Mandoo Dumplings
Beef Bulgogi UGA Bowl
Gochujang Pork Belly
Marinated Pork Neck
Bean Sprouts Salad
Soy Sauce Chicken
Spicy Pork Belly

“Almost Duluth quality kbbq!! It’s very similar to 9292 which is my favorite kbbq place in Duluth.

The meats are always very well seasoned and delicious. I always love a good kbbq with plenty of choices for side dishes and this place is it!! They come with a salad, tons of kimchi, rice and the fish cakes are amazing!! My favorite part tho is the cheese corn.

Their alcoholic drinks are also delicious and I personally love their Soju drinks.“

4 Good229 Reviews
Shane's Rib Shack Barbecue • $
680 US-29, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Rib \u0026 Chicken Plate
Homemade Peach Cobbler
Sweet Potato Fries
Pulled Pork Plate
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Traditional Wings
Chicken Tenders
Grilled Chicken
Brunswick Stew
French Fries

“Tonya was absolutely amazing! I reached out to inquire about a custom catering order. Tonya gave me her personal cell phone number and answered all of my numerous questions at any time of day. She even came in early that Sat so that we could pick up the food on our way to our tailgate. Customer service like that is a true rarity these days.“

3.6 Good229 Reviews