Dining at Slater’s in Athens felt less like a meal and more like a carefully choreographed love letter to the senses. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere wrapped us in warmth and understated elegance, setting the stage for an evening that unfolded beautifully course by course. Each dish arrived like a small masterpiece—thoughtfully composed, bursting with flavor, and clearly crafted with reverence for both ingredient and guest. Every bite sang, balancing comfort and sophistication in a way that lingered long after the plates were cleared.
What truly elevated the evening into something unforgettable was our server, Lee, whose grace, intuition, and genuine hospitality were nothing short of exceptional. Lee moved through the dining room like a quiet conductor, anticipating needs before they were spoken, offering recommendations with confidence and care, and making us feel not merely served, but truly welcomed. The service was seamless, personal, and heartfelt—an art in itself.
Slater’s is not just a restaurant; it’s an experience—one that blooms fully through exquisite cuisine and the rare magic of service done perfectly. An absolute gem, and a meal I will remember with delight. 🌸
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dennis S
Food prices didn’t match the atmosphere Good service
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leland Johnson
Excellent martini service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott Alderman
First time eating here. Always heard that you’ve got to eat at Slater’s. It was good, but kinda fell short of expectations. The steaks were just not the highest quality and the atmosphere was a little lacking. Good wine options. Cocktails were terrific and service was very friendly and helpful.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Daniel Berg
Fantastic every time. Impeccable in every way. This latest time we had caviar service, rolls, French onion soup, and desserts. Truly wonderful. Start to finish, excellent in every way on every level.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yoshi Kasahara
Great steak, great service, and great atmosphere! My steak was cooked perfectly and no additional sauce needed. Definitely a place to go if you're looking for a great experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Susan Craig
Good food and service was fantastic! Took a friend for lunch for her birthday and we both loved it. Can’t wait to go back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris D Perschall-Johnson
This steak house was incredible. From our appetizer oyster rocker fella, to the grouper and the New York steak. My steak was juicy, cook exactly the way I requested. We had the peace Bellini bread pudding, excellent!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
k w
“All Sizzle No Steak”. The atmosphere and the wait staff was great. The food was less than desirable. My son and I got the ribeyes and when that came out they were at room temperature and had a char taste as well as 3/4” thick. Too thin.. Such a letdown for a $700 tab.
Landen Sheets
First time here and we will definitely be back! Our server, Madison, was amazing! She was bubbly and knowledgeable about the menu and made our experience worth while! Thank you slaters and Madison!
Unfortunately, I have a large issue with bartenders take drinks. Unfortunately, I was in the bathroom for under two minutes. Stated that I’ll be waiting for a ride and would finish my drink when I got back. And when I returned, they had thrown it away, even though it was mostly full. Unfortunately, I paid for this since the check had already been run and did not receive the value.
Zach Whitsel
Went to dis place wid my girl and she was like “dang, boi” and I was like “girl. I know.” She went home wid me dat night for real for real. You already know!
stephan germain
Fabulous cocktails and wines, dinner was deliciously delicious
Tanner Biggers
Amazing service and my steak was cooked perfectly.
Frank Eberhart
Read the menu online before we arrived to understand their offerings. The menu says prime steaks, so my understanding is that they serve USDA prime grade steaks - my New York Strip was very tough and a bit overcooked. The steaks here are not cheap y’all, I don’t mind paying for something of great quality, but my steak, in my opinion, from selling beef boxed beef, many years ago was just not a prime grade steak. Sides were good, the dessert, chocolate cheesecake, was not homemade. Don’t mind paying for quality at all, but it needs to deliver.
Dining at Slater’s in Athens felt less like a meal and more like a carefully choreographed love letter to the senses. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere wrapped us in warmth and understated elegance, setting the stage for an evening that unfolded beautifully course by course. Each dish arrived like a small masterpiece—thoughtfully composed, bursting with flavor, and clearly crafted with reverence for both ingredient and guest. Every bite sang, balancing comfort and sophistication in a way that lingered long after the plates were cleared.
What truly elevated the evening into something unforgettable was our server, Lee, whose grace, intuition, and genuine hospitality were nothing short of exceptional. Lee moved through the dining room like a quiet conductor, anticipating needs before they were spoken, offering recommendations with confidence and care, and making us feel not merely served, but truly welcomed. The service was seamless, personal, and heartfelt—an art in itself.
Slater’s is not just a restaurant; it’s an experience—one that blooms fully through exquisite cuisine and the rare magic of service done perfectly. An absolute gem, and a meal I will remember with delight. 🌸
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food prices didn’t match the atmosphere
Good service
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent martini service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time eating here. Always heard that you’ve got to eat at Slater’s. It was good, but kinda fell short of expectations. The steaks were just not the highest quality and the atmosphere was a little lacking. Good wine options. Cocktails were terrific and service was very friendly and helpful.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fantastic every time. Impeccable in every way. This latest time we had caviar service, rolls, French onion soup, and desserts. Truly wonderful. Start to finish, excellent in every way on every level.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great steak, great service, and great atmosphere!
My steak was cooked perfectly and no additional sauce needed.
Definitely a place to go if you're looking for a great experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food and service was fantastic! Took a friend for lunch for her birthday and we both loved it. Can’t wait to go back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This steak house was incredible. From our appetizer oyster rocker fella, to the grouper and the New York steak. My steak was juicy, cook exactly the way I requested. We had the peace Bellini bread pudding, excellent!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
“All Sizzle No Steak”. The atmosphere and the wait staff was great. The food was less than desirable. My son and I got the ribeyes and when that came out they were at room temperature and had a char taste as well as 3/4” thick. Too thin.. Such a letdown for a $700 tab.
First time here and we will definitely be back! Our server, Madison, was amazing! She was bubbly and knowledgeable about the menu and made our experience worth while! Thank you slaters and Madison!
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Unfortunately, I have a large issue with bartenders take drinks. Unfortunately, I was in the bathroom for under two minutes. Stated that I’ll be waiting for a ride and would finish my drink when I got back. And when I returned, they had thrown it away, even though it was mostly full. Unfortunately, I paid for this since the check had already been run and did not receive the value.
Went to dis place wid my girl and she was like “dang, boi” and I was like “girl. I know.” She went home wid me dat night for real for real. You already know!
Fabulous cocktails and wines, dinner was deliciously delicious
Amazing service and my steak was cooked perfectly.
Read the menu online before we arrived to understand their offerings. The menu says prime steaks, so my understanding is that they serve USDA prime grade steaks - my New York Strip was very tough and a bit overcooked. The steaks here are not cheap y’all, I don’t mind paying for something of great quality, but my steak, in my opinion, from selling beef boxed beef, many years ago was just not a prime grade steak. Sides were good, the dessert, chocolate cheesecake, was not homemade. Don’t mind paying for quality at all, but it needs to deliver.
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