50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Athens

“Sat at table on porch. Took our Miniature Poodle. It was Restaurant Week and we had prix fixe menu. Artichokes were great, pasta was good and tiramisu was large serving and excellent. Had reservations and were seated immediately. Did not like the online third-party reservation service. Waitress was very attentive. Recommend.“

“It has been several years since I have been to Porterhouse, and what an incredible experience it was! Anthony (GM and Head-Chef) has really turned that place around!

It was a full restaurant on a Friday evening, and the atmosphere had a great vibe. Happy conversations and clinking of silverware could be heard throughout the dining room. The staff and service was awesome! They were very polite, knowledgeable, friendly, and most of all, had a sense of urgency. Everyone was hustling!

And the food...good gracious. That was hands-down the BEST steak I have ever had from a restaurant, ever! Although the price tags might be a bit steep upon first glance, the whole dining experience was well-worth it. After 15 years of my own experience in food-service, I don't say this lightly!

Porterhouse is reclaiming it's stand as a fine-dining restaurant, and my family and I will definitely be going back!“

“Great food, good service and nice people“

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

“It was our first time visiting, Was recommended by a friend. CAVA Was clean food, lookef fresh and Staff was friendly specially Dee Dee. This will be one of our spots after church on Sundays. It was awesome!!!“

“Absolutely great service and the best food!! I had the Mexican Burger and I have to say that it was the BEST burger I have ever eaten! 💕“

“good food and great atmosphere.“

“Great service. Great atmosphere. The food was lacking. Biscuit was overly salty. Sausages were cold in the center. Eggs were not seasoned (which is fine, you’d just have to ask for salt a pepper). The duck taters were good but greasy, but deliciosu. Would come back again, but would order something else.“

“🙂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!“

“Best Burger in Athens!!! Yes, their breakfasts are fantastic and I think their buttermilk biscuits blow Mama’s Boy out of the water - and for real the coffee is so much better (it’s excellent) but don’t miss the burgers with clean meat!! Burger perfection!! I really love their tea too - unsweet but there’s sugar syrup you can put in - I love everything about this restaurant!“

“Best brewery in Athens, GA (maybe even all of GA)! Though I have since moved away from Athens, I think about how awesome the CC Brewery and Taproom is, and how unique (and delicious) the beers are. Really wish they had the supply chain to be stiocked where I currently live!“

“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!“

“one of our must takes for visitors . we bring all our friends and family here bc the owners are oh so wonderful and treat us just like fam. The Margaritas- that spicedi rim, the pupusas, and the Diablo Fish are my favorites!“

“Great restaurant awesome food.“

“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!“

“The food is always delicious. Freshly prepared. Fresh ingredients. We have never had a bad meal or experience from either location. It's easy to order pick-up through the Toast app with no additional fees and our order is always ready in a timely manner. This is our go to place for filling lunch or dinner in a pinch. One of our top five in Athens, and has been since moving here in the fall of 2022.“

“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.“

“I work nights and happen to oversleep. I arrived at Jinya 8 minutes before they closed. The staff was amazing, they graciously prepared two orders of Tonktsu Black to go. I apologized profusely for the inconvenience, I understood that they were closing but there was nothing in the area still open serving food. I just wanted to thank them publicly.“

“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.“

“Nestled in the heart of our community, Brett’s Casual American Restaurant is a delightful gem that truly embodies the essence of local dining. From the moment you step inside, you’re welcomed by a warm, family-friendly atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the food. Brett’s specializes in showcasing the best of local cuisine, and it does not disappoint. I indulged in one of their signature burgers along with crispy French fries , it was amazing!

Service at Brett’s was exceptional. Our server was attentive and friendly, ensuring that our glasses were never empty and that we had everything we needed without being intrusive. It’s clear that the staff takes pride in their work, and their enthusiasm contributed to a wonderful dining experience.

When it comes to pricing, Brett’s strikes the perfect balance. The menu offers a variety of options that cater to different budgets, making it accessible for families and individuals alike. Given the quality of the food and the level of service, the prices are more than reasonable.

Overall, Brett’s Casual American Restaurant is the perfect spot for a delicious meal in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re dining with family or catching up with friends, or having a business lunch, this restaurant ticks all the boxes. I can’t wait to return and explore more of their menu!“

“The Last Resort Grill is our all time favorite restaurant in Athens! We enjoy taking friends and family there because we know they ALL will enjoy the fun atmosphere and delicious food! It’s consistently fabulous!“

“Highly recommend Dawg Gone Good BBQ, first timers and impressed. Quick service and amazingly good ribs. Don’t know how he does it but these ribs needed no sauce! Will definitely be back. Mac and cheese was delicious too.“

“Yummy! I had the Dirty Bird with the sausage gravy on the side“

“Have always enjoyed the service, variety of food and the festive atmosphere!“

“Decided to stick with a classic & they did not disappoint. My fiancé & I shared an appetizer + entree which was plenty of food! The steak was cooked perfectly and the spinach dip was delicious. I tried their Dragonfruit Margarita which was definitely the star of the show!! It was AMAZING & I also got the long pour which turned out to be almost 3-4 cups!

They also serve bread which is always warm & delicious!“

“Great food and wonderful service. A must when visiting Athens.“

“The food and service were fantastic! The coffee wasn’t the best, but that isn’t what I went for. The staff is TOP NOTCH! Don’t go by the online menu though; it is completely outdated! I read the menu link on trip advisor when choosing the restaurant and it was very misleading. All in all a 10 out of 10 experience! Would go again!“

“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“

“love Kelly's!!! will always be my go to spot in Athens!“

“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!“

“Sincerely, the best burgers I've ever had in Athens and the second best I've ever eaten in the whole state!!

Amazing fries and tater tots as sides with a great variety of funky dipping sauces, from raspberry ketchup to wasabi mayo. There's a full bar here too with a variety of well-made adult drinks. I had the El Diablo, a spicy, fruity tequila cocktail with my blackberry bacon jam burger. My mouth is watering just thinking about it!

If you have room there are milkshakes, kid friendly or boozy milkshakes! but we were too stuffed to try.

I love vintage, so the kitschy diner decor - B movie posters, neon, etc made for a fun atmosphere as well.

It's a small space, there's outdoor dining too - but I'll bet it's crazy around regular meal times. We arrived around 9:00 on Saturday and it was busy but not nuts.“

“I recommend the all star breakfast with a peanut butter and chocolate chip waffle“

“Great little spot in Athens, GA. Better food than some of the high priced Thai restaurants in Atlanta. We will definitely go back when in Athens. My daughter ordered green curry Salmon that was excellent ?

Parking: We found street parking, but paid parking garage are available.“

“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!!!“

“The food tasted good xxxxxxx“

“Stopped here after the game. One of the best pizzas I’ve had! Authentic and the sauce was amazing!“

“fresh tasting...try the Groove burger or the steak sandwich. Great onion rings!“

“Love the food and friendly staff.“

“BEST wonton soup I've ever had.“

“Today’s special was awesome, blackened salmon and shrimp on grits . It was so good and the starter fried green tomatoes yum.“

“We ate here during a weekend visit to UGA. It was by far the best meal we had the entire visit. The atmosphere was great, the waitress and staff were excellent, and the food was soooo good! The croissants were melt-in-your-mouth flaky goodness. I would come here everyday just for those! Filets, salmon, mashed potatoes and even the Caesar salad was all amazing. I had two fish-bowl margaritas, and omg they were so tasty, and were only $7 each. And this wasn’t during happy hour. If I had known the margaritas were only $7 when I ordered them, I would have a had a few more! Don’t pass this place up. Best place to eat and have a few drinks while in Athens. We will definitely be making this place our go to restaurant whenever visiting Athens!!“

“Have always enjoyed the service, variety of food and the festive atmosphere!“

“Our first stop when we come to Athens! Delicious, authentic Dominican food along with items that everyone will love.“

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

“Cool Bar Vibe…. Between this and the Root… best…! 👏👏“

“TDS is my top destination for what I would call the equivalent of fast food Mexican. The food will come out minutes after ordering - especially if you grab seats at the bar. Go ahead and improve your life by ordering the Shrimp corn chowder. Check out the special taco of the day or I go with the tried & true fish taco. Queso & chips are always a win - queso is the perfect consistency with thin, salty chips! Make it your new taco Tuesday spot of the week. Bartender Ian will take good care of you - best customer service in town.“

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

“Wide variety of craft beer choices, and we enjoyed all that we sampled. Food was tasty with a number of options. Service (Ken) was top notch! We will be back on our next visit to Athens!“

“Amazing place for breakfast lunch. Food always magnificent service too!“

“Awesome environment and great bands“