50 Best American Restaurants near Watkinsville

“We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Southern Prospect. The food was delicious. We had some hiccups but the staff, Charlie and Beth, managed the obstacles beautifully. We will be back!“

“Great food, staff and prices!“

“Food is delicious. Staff is friendly!“

“Watkinsville fusion cuisine hidden Jewel. You wouldn’t guess that a high end restaurant would be tucked away in a small building. You will get transported to whole new world. Any choice of entree will not disappointed. It’s a little expensive but well worth it.“

“I can’t say enough positive things about this place. The new location has a nice staff, laid back atmosphere, and terrific food which is the perfect mix for a hometown bar & grill. The “Cocky Cowboy” is the best chicken sandwich in the game and I’ll die on that hill. So glad to have them back in Watkinsville, looking forward to more good times, and good food, from great people.“

“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!“

“It is Locos! It is consistent with what you would get at their establishments. I quite enjoy their burger. Decent deal and yes it really does appear to be from scratch.

Wings are hit and miss sometimes. I like them super crispy. Always ask and sometimes they still are too limp . They need to always provide more celery and why no carrots?

Need more local beer options from Athens and GA. Keep promoting. Also include some fancier drafts.

The vibe? Some wait staff are attentive and sweet. People who go can get chatty and loud. Usually though it is welcoming.

I miss the one by campus. Felt local and not as commercialized. That was long ago though.

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“I placed a large order for pickup and had issues with the order going through. I reached out via email and got a very quick response from Michael. He spent alot of time and effort trying to help me. I was able to pickup the order yesterday with no issues, the food was delicious, service was super friendly. I have already recommended to a few friends in the Athens area. This is a great location if you have food restrictions like vegan, keto or gluten. Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“Absolutely Amazing! Best Steak Ever!“

“10/20/2025. After my visit to the eye doctor we treated ourselves to the South Kitchen. Our waitress was very pleasant and poised. We had a hamburger (cooked perfectly - 5 Stars) and a Fried Green Tomato Sandwich which was delicious - 5 Stars). Beautiful building. Hope you enjoy my pictures. Very relaxing place to go. Hope you will give them a try!“

“Perfect place for delicious food and a laid back, atmosphere! Bar tenders are great!“

“Go support Lindsey’s. Amazing food. Eat in or take home. Catering too. Can say enough great things about this restaurant and this owner. 🥳“

“My husband and I just ate at "The Hilltop Grille" in Dec. 2024. I have heard rave reviews for yeats. My rating is this: Great Food, Not friendly service and not memorable except for the food. Waitress was not attentive enough, had to ask 3 times for condiments to eat lunch. Not sure if returning...“

“Had the gumbo last night and it was really good. Spicy and meaty.“

“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!“

“Came in for a little brekkie while on spring break with my kiddo. Absolute gem. We were greeted by the warmest, most genuine “good morning!!!” From what I am assuming to be one of the managers. Set the tone immediately. Aesthetically it was adorable, food was delicious and tasted real… not like the chain restaurants. Menu had little quips and fun food facts which really invites you in. Devon our server was fabulous, easy going, not rushing around. Definite must try in Athens!“

“We ate dessert at Pauley's and it was amazing. We had the apple pie crepe a la mode- we should have ordered two instead of one, sooo good! Also, VERY honest people! Great service and fantastic atmosphere. I highly recommend any time of the day!“

“This place is doomed to fail. Ordered takeout and noticed the health rating as wife left with food. A glorious 85! Needless to say, food was tossed in the garbage and we will never return. This was our third attempt to give them a chance. Horrible service on first try. Horrible food on the second try and abysmal health rating on the third try. Done and done.“

“Tried to order the steak and ribs combo. Was told they were out of ribs. Got the steak and shrimp instead. My two sides were mashed potatoes and fries. Got 4 shrimp the size of quarters. And the sides also seemed very underportioned. Most restaurants I go to, I struggle to finish my plate. Here, I'm left still hungry. I feel they need to re-access their portion sizes and how four little shrimp can equate to a slab of ribs. While the quality is good, the quantity is questionable. I'll pay the extra price to leave full from Chophouse next door.“

“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!“

“Very tasty vegan options!“

“Got the recommendation from Kaleb Dance at Bobcat of Athens as this first time eating here. Food was fresh, really good and priced right with fast friendly service. I got the steak philly with everything on it and 5 piece wings (hot) as a combo. Wings are super tiny so I wish I hadn't skipped on the fries. They were pretty busy with people coming in and out so that says a lot in my opinion. The wing flavor was perfect, not too spicy with plenty of flavor. The Philly was buttery rich and the bread was soft but held everything in place“

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

“🙂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!“

“Absolutely love Athens and Monroe Locations!!! Friendly Staff and Flipping Fantastic food!!!!! Highly recommend“

“This place is amazing! Wonderful service. The food is delicious and the presentation is a work of art!“

“Good food friendly service“

“It was a to go order and the food was brought to the car . It was warm and delicious . We had a grilled Salmon and a Tbone ( like) steak ! The sides were so Devine I ate my steak the next day . Brussels sprouts were so yummmy I SQUATED to honor them , the French Onion soup made me HOLLER like they were whooping my behind, may be the best I have had ! Give it a try !! I mean that soup calls my name and I try to communicate .. wish I had a bowl now !!“

“Food was great, service was decent. We came in for dinner there was no wait for a table (it’s a seat yourself), food took maybe 10-15 min to come out. Overall good experience, music was tiny bit loud so it was hard to have a conversation but otherwise great and good prices!“

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

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

“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!“

“Great atmosphere, great customer service, great music, and great food-from drinks to even dessert. We truly enjoyed ourselves! We didn’t even know but we showed up in time for Happy Hour and got half off on the appetizer and we came on a day with a New York Strip special! A huge shout out to Anna for her awesome personality and her wonderful customer service!

We will be back and we will tell others!

The only regret I have is that I didn’t take any pictures of our food!

Thank you Anna and Frank & Sons Neighborhood Bistro!“

“We decided to have dinner during the Restaurant Week in ATH and were very pleased with our experience @ The Savannah Room. Cole, our waiter, was so nice and took great care of us during our dining experience. Can’t say enough good things about the food! My filet was not only a great value but exceptional w/ asparagus & fingerling potatoes. My wife’s salmon was amazing too. It had been a long time since we had last dined here and kind of had overlooked it as a dining option but we are already looking forward to a return visit and hope to share with some friends so they too can enjoy this hidden gem. Thank you Savannah Room staff for a great dinner!“

“First time dining here, and what a fantastic experience it was. It was lively and our server, Aaron, attended to us with the highest upmost care and consideration. Loved the dining and atmosphere. I’ll absolutely be returning in the future.“

“The food was great, employees were friendly, and the portions were worth the price. Me and my bf will definitely be eating here again!! You guys are so nice 🥰 thank you for letting me taste the wing sauce before getting it!!! :) (so much rice in the wing and rice combo! I recommend :)!)“

“ADD Drug Store excels in having every characteristic a local drug store should have.“

“Delicious sandwiches and awesome pimento cheese and bacon Mac/Cheese. Staff was super friendly“

“Favorite restaurant in town! Best wings, burgers and service hands down!“

“Food is almost Good every single time, I’ve only had 2 bad issues in all my years eating there. Chicken & dumplings are my favorite thing to eat when I go.“

“Very good food and awesome service. We got the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer. They were fantastic, hand breaded and hot. We also got the wing combo with onion rings. It was also very good. Wings were cooked perfectly.

Parking: Small tight parking lot.“

“I got tuna kimbop and udon togo and they were both super good

-kimbop was not sweet, and the amount of seasoning was great. Like the rice was actually seasoned- not just white rice like some fake korean joints. Fillings to rice ratio was pretty good too. Only thing is that I expected tuna mayo instead of just tuna? But I feel like this is more of a preference so just an fyi

- udon had unexpected flavor, not that it was bad, just different than what I expected. Not like regular japanese udon but more of korean old fasion udon.. (가락국수 스타일!). It was tasty with hearth broth:)

Also the prices are pretty good for this economy“

“Awesome environment and great bands“

“Heck yeah. Our burgers were really good. Quality meat and toppings. Nice sides options including sweet potato fries. Service was good, restaurant is spacious and clean. Prices were good too. I’m definitely going to return and look forward to trying more menu items.“

“Daughter took us here while visiting Athens. We were able to get a large table during a Sat football game without a wait, which was great. Our server was friendly and attentive. Everyone's food came out hot, and we all enjoyed our meals.“

“Love the food and friendly staff.“

“great food great atmosphere“

“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!“