33 Best Bars in Athens

Oglethorpe Garage Bar • $
1560 Oglethorpe Ave, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Habanero Marg
BBQ Pork Rinds
Cheese Balls
Popcorn

“Good vibe to the bar! Staff is always friendly and patrons are nice to!!!“

5 Superb58 Reviews
40 Watt Club Bar • $
285 W Washington St, Athens

“Saw the Melvins twice at the 40 Watt! ❤️“

4.7 Superb116 Reviews
The Globe Bar • $$
199 N Lumpkin St, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Corned Beef and Cabbage
Clayton St Hot Chicken
Philly Cheese Steak
Burger and Fries
Guinness Battered
Fish \u0026 Chips
Bangers and Mash
Fish and Chips
Veggie Burger
Alpine Burger

“One of the oldest and coolest places in Athens. About 80 single malts.“

4.4 Superb116 Reviews
Five and Ten American • $$$
1073 S Milledge Ave, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Grilled 10 Oz New York Strip Au Poivre
Pimento Cheese with Bacon Marmalade
Cold Corn Chowder with Cilantro Oil
Butternut Squash Agnolotti
Cheese and Charcuterie
Smoked Duck Special
Chocolate Dessert
Chocolate Nemesis
Confit Duck Leg
Brussels Sprouts

“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!“

4.4 Superb241 Reviews
Blue Sky Bar Bar • $
247 E Broad St Suite B, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Blueberry Buck

“Well it’s during peak ‘Rona times so don’t get too excited“

4.6 Superb44 Reviews
Nowhere Bar Bar • $
240 N Lumpkin St, Athens

“Best dive bar in Georgia.“

4.6 Superb34 Reviews
The Root Bar • $$
1235 S Milledge Ave, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Pimento Cheese Crostini
Buffalo Cauliflower
Hamburger

“Always have a good time when we come hang out here.“

4.8 Superb23 Reviews
Wonderbar Athens Bar • $
240 E Washington St, Athens

“Wonderbar has been my go-to spot since moving to Athens! The specialty cocktails are always a hit—you have to try the Starburst shot. The place is packed with entertainment: video games, arcade games, table games, and theme nights!

Also Wonderbar might just have the cleanest bathroom in all of downtown Athens.

Whether you’re local or just visiting, Wonderbar is definitely worth checking out!“

4.5 Superb26 Reviews
Starland Lounge & Lanes Bar • $
145 E Clayton St, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Handmade Pizza

“Great place to hangout with your friends, great service from the bartenders, and great music! What more could you ask for? HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR FAMILIES“

4.5 Superb39 Reviews
Trappeze Pub Gastropubs • $$
269 N Hull St, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwhich
Bacon Jalapeño Burger
Double BBQ'd Ribs
Chicken Sandwich
Pork Belly Tacos
Pork Belly Taco
Pimento Burger
Belgian Fries
Dip Sandwich
Cheese Plate

“Jake was a great server and the food was amazing!! It is no shock that their fries are winning awards!!“

4.7 Superb316 Reviews
Normal Bar Bar • $
1365 Prince Ave, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Hot Boiled Peanuts

“Just normal, not showy, no Aires, just pleasant and simple. Great for a first date“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Flicker Theatre & Bar Bar • $
263 W Washington St, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Bloody Mary Bar

“Finished up 3 nights of DBT Heathens Homecoming at the 40 watt club, next door at Flicker. I got their drink called “Dr. Zhivago” (an espresso martini) with a bit of a twist with the help of my favorite bartender, Jeanie. She was so fun and accommodating so I now call that drink the “Jeanie-tini” Thank Jeanie! You’re the best!“

4.4 Superb43 Reviews
General's Athens Bar • $$
164 East Clayton Street, Athens

“Been going to this bar for a while, only problem I've ever had is not being able to get an old fashion here because they don't have bitters. People say it's racist, redneck, or a bunch of "aggressive idiots" are clearly the kind of people to judge without spending some actual time there. Give it a chance, talk to the staff and people who go there, hangout and listen to country for a bit. I can promise you this, while there may be little things, you won't be entirely disappointed.“

4.5 Superb31 Reviews
Little King's Shuffle Club Bar • $
223 W Hancock Ave, Athens

“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!“

4.5 Superb27 Reviews
Bar Bruno Bar • $$
1664 S Lumpkin St, Athens

“Fantastic cocktails! The baked ziti al Cecil was fantastic, tapas style in size but exquisite taste.

They concoct the drinks professionally and are quite unique.

Great little spot for a “mommy & daddy” date night spot.“

4.2 Good37 Reviews
Georgia Theatre Bars • $$
215 N Lumpkin St, Athens

“Our first time here for a concert and I really hope it will not be our last. We enjoyed everything about this place from the location to the places to eat nearby and I can not forget about parking. The best part was how personal the concert felt. So much fun! Thank you for a great time!“

4.7 Superb132 Reviews
FIVE Athens Bar • $$
269 N Hull St STE 100, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger with Fries
Paneed Chicken Available
Chicken and Waffles
Shrimp and Grits
Breakfast Burrito
Bloody Mary Bar
Smoked Tuna Dip
Pane'Ed Chicken
Avocado Toast
Baked Avocado

“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!“

4.1 Good92 Reviews
Cheba Hut Sandwich Shop • $
135 W Washington St, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Magic Mushroom Teriyaki Shrooms
The Kind Turkey Bacon & Shrooms
Pakalolo Ham Swiss & Pineapple
Side Jalapeno Cilantro Hummus
Panama Red Chicken Marinara
Jamaican Red Buffalo Chicken
Triple Choco-Chunk Cookie
G-13 Turkey & Roast Beef
Apollo 13 Greek Chicken
Chiesel Toasted Cheese

“Love this place. Food is always fresh and delicious. Staff is always helpful when I can't decide on what to get and they always help suggest even their own favorite things to add. The kool-aid option to drink just brings back my childhood memories...lol! Also love the Bar and the Bong of beer....lol! Yall gotta check it out you won't be disappointed! My favorite is the Tuna!!“

4.7 Superb121 Reviews
Sister Louisa's Church - Athens Bar • $
254 W Clayton St, Athens

“safe bar ! nice drink! latin music sometime ! fun people! happy bartenders!“

4.1 Good55 Reviews
Cutters Pub Bar • $
120 E Clayton St, Athens

“Always a favorite! Go Dawgs!“

4.1 Good35 Reviews
Flanagan's Bar • $
Main Library, 301 E Clayton St, Athens

“We love to visit Flanagan’s. The atmosphere is great and staff are super!“

4.3 Superb7 Reviews
Gresham's Disco Lounge Bar •
1495 W Broad St, Athens

“I ♥️ Athens Georgia. I just went for weekend 4 YEAR went by 🥳 party one end town other hot spots am N.C I lost for while 🥳 I party state to state this particular town bull #1 dog game Gresham's is one of chill mellow whole town #1“

4.7 Superb3 Reviews
Bad Moon Bar Bar • $$
246 E Clayton St, Athens

“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“

4.2 Good9 Reviews
Silver Dollar Bar • $
262 College Ave, Athens

“Chill vibes, staff was nice and quick on getting us our drinks. If I’m ever in town again I’d go again for sure 🤙🏻“

4.1 Good10 Reviews
Allgood Lounge Cocktail Bar • $$
256 E Clayton St, Athens

“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!“

4 Good22 Reviews
The Roadhouse Bar • $
137 N Lumpkin St, Athens

“i met a boy here in march 1994 and we immediately got married . 31yrs♥️“

4 Good22 Reviews
Hendershot's Coffee Shops • $
237 Prince Ave, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Independent Pain Au Chocolate
Breakfast Burrito
Cubano Con Leche

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

4.6 Superb97 Reviews
The Catch 22 Gastropub Gastropubs • $
1021 Parkway Blvd #117, Athens

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Dip
Chef's Pick Burger
Bacon Potato Salad
Tater Tot Poutine
Chicken Sandwich
Brussels Sprouts
Porknado Burger
Fish and Chips
Cuban Sandwich
The B a Burger

“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!“

4.5 Superb157 Reviews
the Clayton Social Bar •
335 E Clayton St, Athens
3.5 Good4 Reviews
Bourbon Street Bar • $
333 E Broad St, Athens

“No food, no bottle service, no frills, nothing pretentious. Bourbon Street isn’t trying to be anything but what it is.... and what it is it does very well. Right on the edge of the UGA campus, it’s Divey, loud, crowded, with great music, dancing, beer specials, beer pong, always showing sports... I’ve been to Bourbon Street many times, since it opened nearly 20 years ago. The times have changed, and I’ve grown older and my tastes have changed as well. But this UGA bar has pretty much stayed the same. Guess when you have a good formula, you stick with it...“

3 Average2 Reviews
Double Barrel Bar • $
429 E Broad St, Athens

“One of my favorite bars (: love the staff everyone is awesome there.“

3.3 Good3 Reviews
Bar South Bar • $
104 E Washington St, Athens

“Great music great people and great service. The bartender named David is especially great“

3.8 Good17 Reviews
Oak House Distillery Distilleries •
1015 Macon Hwy, Athens

“Every time I’ve been to the distillery, the staff has been welcoming, knowledgeable, and really good at whipping up drinks with the house made hooch. That being said, I haven’t been since they released their Jamaican style rum, but I have had the pleasure of trying said rum. It’s slightly sweet, mildly boozy, and has some really nice floral notes on the nose that blend into a boozy, yet balanced, palate when you take the first sip. A great clear rum for sipping, but a perfect rum for making a fun cocktail, this rum does everything you want a rum to do and then some. The gin is unequivocally one of the best gins ever, and the rum does not disappoint“

4.8 Superb44 Reviews

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