Guidebook for Athens
Food Scene
Located in Normaltown, White Tiger is a secret Athens spot with delicious BBQ. It is located in a neighborhood so keep your eyes peeled when you're looking for it. It doesn't get much more local than this! Their pulled pork is divine!
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White Tiger Gourmet LLC
217 Hiawassee AveLocated in Normaltown, White Tiger is a secret Athens spot with delicious BBQ. It is located in a neighborhood so keep your eyes peeled when you're looking for it. It doesn't get much more local than this! Their pulled pork is divine!
Jittery Joe's is all over Athens with its iconic bright orange logo. Locally roasted coffee and locally owned, JJ is always worth a visit.
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Jittery Joe's Coffee
1230 S Milledge AveJittery Joe's is all over Athens with its iconic bright orange logo. Locally roasted coffee and locally owned, JJ is always worth a visit.
TDS has the best margarita in the world. Get it on the rocks. Get a pitcher. Trust me on this. In addition, TDS has delicious tacos (fried chicken taco is my fave), guac, enchiladas (try the lemon cream sauce) and a generally fun atmosphere. The seating is outside on a screened in patio. The line can get long (out the door long) but the line moves fast.
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Taqueria Del Sol
334 Prince AveTDS has the best margarita in the world. Get it on the rocks. Get a pitcher. Trust me on this. In addition, TDS has delicious tacos (fried chicken taco is my fave), guac, enchiladas (try the lemon cream sauce) and a generally fun atmosphere. The seating is outside on a screened in patio. The line can get long (out the door long) but the line moves fast.
I recently ate Cali' N Tito's three weekends in a row. One of those weekends I ate it twice. I have no regrets. Cali's has an extensive menu of Cuban food and I have yet to try something on the menu I didn't love. Personal favorites: Steak Cuban Sandwich, Cali's Big Burrito, Quesadilla, Fish Tacos. I always get the pico and chips and add a side of maduros. You can't go wrong here! This location (on Cedar Shoals) has primarily indoor seating and accepts credit cards. They sell alcohol at this location and you can't BYOB. It is a fun, rowdy atmosphere. Perfect for large groups or families.
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Cali N Tito's
1427 S Lumpkin StI recently ate Cali' N Tito's three weekends in a row. One of those weekends I ate it twice. I have no regrets. Cali's has an extensive menu of Cuban food and I have yet to try something on the menu I didn't love. Personal favorites: Steak Cuban Sandwich, Cali's Big Burrito, Quesadilla, Fish Tacos. I always get the pico and chips and add a side of maduros. You can't go wrong here! This location (on Cedar Shoals) has primarily indoor seating and accepts credit cards. They sell alcohol at this location and you can't BYOB. It is a fun, rowdy atmosphere. Perfect for large groups or families.
This location (on Lumpkin) has primarily outdoor seating and only accepts cash. You can BYOB for $2. a person. You'll often see tables of people who brought their own coolers of beer. It is a fun (loud) atmosphere. Perfect for large groups or families. Stop at 5 Points Bottle Shop for a six pack and then head here!
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Cali N Tito's
1427 S Lumpkin StThis location (on Lumpkin) has primarily outdoor seating and only accepts cash. You can BYOB for $2. a person. You'll often see tables of people who brought their own coolers of beer. It is a fun (loud) atmosphere. Perfect for large groups or families. Stop at 5 Points Bottle Shop for a six pack and then head here!
You're out late and you're hungry - head to the Grill. Perfect American Classics with just enough grease to help you fall into a delicious food coma when you get home. You have to try a milkshake and you can't skip the fries with feta dressing.
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The Globe
199 N Lumpkin StYou're out late and you're hungry - head to the Grill. Perfect American Classics with just enough grease to help you fall into a delicious food coma when you get home. You have to try a milkshake and you can't skip the fries with feta dressing.
If you are a vegetarian (or love someone who is), the Grit is the perfect place to eat. They have enough delicious (veggie) options to even satisfy the carnivores among us. My personal fave is the grilled cheese and tomato soup - I'm not adventurous enough to go for the tofu (yet).
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The Grit
199 Prince AveIf you are a vegetarian (or love someone who is), the Grit is the perfect place to eat. They have enough delicious (veggie) options to even satisfy the carnivores among us. My personal fave is the grilled cheese and tomato soup - I'm not adventurous enough to go for the tofu (yet).
Located conveniently in Five Points, The Royal Peasant serves delicious traditional British dishes. They also have TVs turned to whatever soccer match happens to be on, a full bar, and a fun atmosphere.
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The Royal Peasant
1675 S Lumpkin StLocated conveniently in Five Points, The Royal Peasant serves delicious traditional British dishes. They also have TVs turned to whatever soccer match happens to be on, a full bar, and a fun atmosphere.
Delicious southern cooking, amazing cocktails and plenty of beer to choose from - you can't go wrong with The Place. It is newer to the Athens restaurant scene and definitely worth trying out. If you don't want to wait for a table, head upstairs and order your food at the bar. The Gin Magnolia is my favorite cocktail.
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The Place
229 E Broad StDelicious southern cooking, amazing cocktails and plenty of beer to choose from - you can't go wrong with The Place. It is newer to the Athens restaurant scene and definitely worth trying out. If you don't want to wait for a table, head upstairs and order your food at the bar. The Gin Magnolia is my favorite cocktail.
Burgers, burgers, burgers. Clocked does them and does them delicious. They also have amazing milkshakes, tots, and fries. It is styled as a retro diner and is located in downtown Athens. My personal favorite is the Southwest Burger but you really can't go wrong.
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Clocked
259 W Washington StBurgers, burgers, burgers. Clocked does them and does them delicious. They also have amazing milkshakes, tots, and fries. It is styled as a retro diner and is located in downtown Athens. My personal favorite is the Southwest Burger but you really can't go wrong.
When you say "Renown Athens restaurant" we say "Last Resort." Last Resort has modern southern cooking and the most delicious desserts. It is a little more upscale but you can't go wrong. They don't take reservations so you'll have to show up and hope for the best. Or if you're in the mood for a really good late night cheesecake just walk in, head to the dessert counter and order it to go. There's no shame in sitting on the sidewalk eating cake out of a box when it tastes this good.
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Last Resort Grill
174-184 W Clayton StWhen you say "Renown Athens restaurant" we say "Last Resort." Last Resort has modern southern cooking and the most delicious desserts. It is a little more upscale but you can't go wrong. They don't take reservations so you'll have to show up and hope for the best. Or if you're in the mood for a really good late night cheesecake just walk in, head to the dessert counter and order it to go. There's no shame in sitting on the sidewalk eating cake out of a box when it tastes this good.
Locally made chocolate truffles, macaroons and coffee drinks. The hot chocolate is amazing. My favorite truffles here are the Mayan and the Raspberry but really, you should try them all.
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Condor Chocolates
1658 S Lumpkin StLocally made chocolate truffles, macaroons and coffee drinks. The hot chocolate is amazing. My favorite truffles here are the Mayan and the Raspberry but really, you should try them all.
Don't let the name deter you - Butt Hutt has some dang good barbeque. Their style is low key - paper plates, plastic utensils - and their barbeque is amazing. This is about a two minute drive from the townhouse and is a family fave. It is perfect for large groups and also has a full bar in the back and is open late. Try the corn nuggets - they might sound strange but they are delicious.
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Butt Hutt BBQ
480 Macon HwyDon't let the name deter you - Butt Hutt has some dang good barbeque. Their style is low key - paper plates, plastic utensils - and their barbeque is amazing. This is about a two minute drive from the townhouse and is a family fave. It is perfect for large groups and also has a full bar in the back and is open late. Try the corn nuggets - they might sound strange but they are delicious.
Only open for breakfast and lunch and only open Monday through Thursday, Marti's is a true Athens secret spot. The Marti's chicken salad is life changing and all of the sandwiches and salads here are amazing. Order a half sandwich or salad because the portions are huge. Oh, and the mint sweet tea? I dream about it - that's how good it is.
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Marti's At Midday
1280 Prince AveOnly open for breakfast and lunch and only open Monday through Thursday, Marti's is a true Athens secret spot. The Marti's chicken salad is life changing and all of the sandwiches and salads here are amazing. Order a half sandwich or salad because the portions are huge. Oh, and the mint sweet tea? I dream about it - that's how good it is.
No trip to Athens is truly complete without a visit to Mama's Boy. The only caveat - expect a wait, especially on weekends. Parking can be troublesome - park either in the parking lot behind Mama's Boy or head a little down Poplar Street where you will find street parking on the left side. They are only open for breakfast and lunch. Expect a 45 minute - 1 hour wait on the weekend, unless you get there early. Here's the secret: so many people leave when they hear 45 minutes that you're unlikely to actually wait that long. If you have a smaller party (four or less) you'll be seated even faster. The Milltown Breakfast Plate is a classic fave + start w/ the peach french toast!
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Mama's Boy Restaurant
197 Oak StreetNo trip to Athens is truly complete without a visit to Mama's Boy. The only caveat - expect a wait, especially on weekends. Parking can be troublesome - park either in the parking lot behind Mama's Boy or head a little down Poplar Street where you will find street parking on the left side. They are only open for breakfast and lunch. Expect a 45 minute - 1 hour wait on the weekend, unless you get there early. Here's the secret: so many people leave when they hear 45 minutes that you're unlikely to actually wait that long. If you have a smaller party (four or less) you'll be seated even faster. The Milltown Breakfast Plate is a classic fave + start w/ the peach french toast!
If you have a large group + don't want the parking headache, come to this Mama's Boy location - only minutes from the house!
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Mama's Boy at The Falls of Oconee
8851 Macon HwyIf you have a large group + don't want the parking headache, come to this Mama's Boy location - only minutes from the house!
Trappeze is a pub that is connected to the bar Hirewire (you can actually order from the Trappeze menu at either location). Everything on the Trappeze menu is delicious and their cocktails are to die for. They also have a wide selection of beer on draft - if you want to go local try Creature Comforts or Terrapin. If you're going to go for dinner on a weekend I would suggest calling ahead to make a reservation. Their Sunday brunch is delicious!
They also do a silent disco on Thursday nights which is TONs of fun!
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Trappeze Pub
269 N Hull StTrappeze is a pub that is connected to the bar Hirewire (you can actually order from the Trappeze menu at either location). Everything on the Trappeze menu is delicious and their cocktails are to die for. They also have a wide selection of beer on draft - if you want to go local try Creature Comforts or Terrapin. If you're going to go for dinner on a weekend I would suggest calling ahead to make a reservation. Their Sunday brunch is delicious!
They also do a silent disco on Thursday nights which is TONs of fun!
So many great flavors, especially if you like things on the spicy side. Items served to share so all members of your table can try the dishes.
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Dinner Party
1664 S Lumpkin StSo many great flavors, especially if you like things on the spicy side. Items served to share so all members of your table can try the dishes.
Great for breakfast or brunch - can get a little crowded on the weekends, but that's typical in Athens!
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J. Christopher's
1650 S Lumpkin StGreat for breakfast or brunch - can get a little crowded on the weekends, but that's typical in Athens!
Everything here is made in house and absolutely delicious! Not a ton of seating so plan to grab and go.
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Independent Baking Co
1625 S Lumpkin StEverything here is made in house and absolutely delicious! Not a ton of seating so plan to grab and go.
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the more low-key bars in Athens where you're guaranteed to run into few college students. They have a great draft beer selection + cocktails - the Bohemian is a personal fave! You can order pizza from Automatic next door or grab chips and queso from Agua Linda across the street!
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Normal Bar
1365 Prince AveOne of the more low-key bars in Athens where you're guaranteed to run into few college students. They have a great draft beer selection + cocktails - the Bohemian is a personal fave! You can order pizza from Automatic next door or grab chips and queso from Agua Linda across the street!
Manhattan is my favorite bar in Athens for great cocktails - which usually run you $6 or less. There's always a unique crowd here and rarely anyone under 23.
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Manhattan Cafe
337 N Hull StManhattan is my favorite bar in Athens for great cocktails - which usually run you $6 or less. There's always a unique crowd here and rarely anyone under 23.
Definitely an older scene at Little Kings. Drinks are alright but the outdoor seating is fabulous and you can sometimes catch DJ Mahogany spinning for a dance party.
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Mama's Boy Restaurant
197 Oak StreetDefinitely an older scene at Little Kings. Drinks are alright but the outdoor seating is fabulous and you can sometimes catch DJ Mahogany spinning for a dance party.
Definitely a fun crowd at Allgood with pool tables upstairs and outdoor seating!
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Allgood Lounge
256 E Clayton StDefinitely a fun crowd at Allgood with pool tables upstairs and outdoor seating!
You'll find an older crowd here, where we affectionately say the townies like to hang out. Pool table + darts + outdoor patio = lots of fun!
The Max Canada
243 W Washington StYou'll find an older crowd here, where we affectionately say the townies like to hang out. Pool table + darts + outdoor patio = lots of fun!
Absolutely don't miss a trip to Creature Comforts! The Athena Infusions are my personal fave - try the Chupacabra (I know it sounds weird) while Tropicalia is far and above this city's favorite IPA.
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Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
271 W Hancock AveAbsolutely don't miss a trip to Creature Comforts! The Athena Infusions are my personal fave - try the Chupacabra (I know it sounds weird) while Tropicalia is far and above this city's favorite IPA.
A huge selection of beer (I am currently loving Tee Time while my husband swears by Up-Hi) and amazing outdoor space to hang out in!
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Terrapin Beer Company
265 Newton Bridge RdA huge selection of beer (I am currently loving Tee Time while my husband swears by Up-Hi) and amazing outdoor space to hang out in!
Five Points Bottle shop has a great selection and knowledgable employees!
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Five Points Bottle Shop
1655 S Lumpkin StFive Points Bottle shop has a great selection and knowledgable employees!
This package store has a drive thru! Very useful and super close to the house!
Last Chance Package Store
435 Macon HwyThis package store has a drive thru! Very useful and super close to the house!
You can rent a karaoke room - so much fun! Shokotini is also a bar + sushi restaurant. Karaoke room rental probably best for bigger groups!
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Shokitini
251 W Clayton StYou can rent a karaoke room - so much fun! Shokotini is also a bar + sushi restaurant. Karaoke room rental probably best for bigger groups!
Sightseeing
This is the location of UGA's very first football game (against Mercer). Fun fact: our mascot at the time - a goat. The team realized they needed a mascot right before the game started. As Athens was still primarily a farm town in those days someone ran to a farm and grabbed a goat. Herty Field is an iconic UGA campus spot with a fountain and beautiful grassy area. It is close to the Arch, to downtown and the Chapel Bell.
Herty Field
Herty DriveThis is the location of UGA's very first football game (against Mercer). Fun fact: our mascot at the time - a goat. The team realized they needed a mascot right before the game started. As Athens was still primarily a farm town in those days someone ran to a farm and grabbed a goat. Herty Field is an iconic UGA campus spot with a fountain and beautiful grassy area. It is close to the Arch, to downtown and the Chapel Bell.
When you've seen it, you've seen it! Don't walk under if you ever plan on graduating from UGA. And don't call it the "arches" on accident - that's only at McDonalds.
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UGA Arch station
When you've seen it, you've seen it! Don't walk under if you ever plan on graduating from UGA. And don't call it the "arches" on accident - that's only at McDonalds.
Fun to walk on the bridge and see - even if you don't have tickets to the big game!
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Sanford Stadium
100 Sanford DrFun to walk on the bridge and see - even if you don't have tickets to the big game!
Parks & Nature
The Botanical Gardens, affectionately known as the "Botans" are free! There are beautiful flowers + plants, hiking trails and even a place to buy snacks.
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Botanical Gardens station
The Botanical Gardens, affectionately known as the "Botans" are free! There are beautiful flowers + plants, hiking trails and even a place to buy snacks.
Sandy Creek charges $2 / person to enter (they accept credit cards) and while here there are tons of greenspaces and hiking trails to explore!
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Sandy Creek Nature Center
205 Old Commerce RdSandy Creek charges $2 / person to enter (they accept credit cards) and while here there are tons of greenspaces and hiking trails to explore!
Bear Hollow has a free zoo with some local Georgia animals (including bears!) as well as a pond, trail and playground.
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Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail
293 Gran Ellen DrBear Hollow has a free zoo with some local Georgia animals (including bears!) as well as a pond, trail and playground.
Entertainment & Activities
The Rook & Pawn is a board game bar - you go, pay a $5 fee per person and get unlimited board game play from their huge selection. It is a ton of fun - they have a bar and food as well!
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The Rook & Pawn
294 W Washington StThe Rook & Pawn is a board game bar - you go, pay a $5 fee per person and get unlimited board game play from their huge selection. It is a ton of fun - they have a bar and food as well!
Essentials
Kroger
191 Alps RdEarth Fare
1689 S Lumpkin StThe fanciest stop and shop - a great place to grab the essentials. Like a fancy gas station without the gas!
The Treehouse Market
8851 Macon HwyThe fanciest stop and shop - a great place to grab the essentials. Like a fancy gas station without the gas!
Shopping
Avid Bookshop at Five Points
1662 S Lumpkin StThe K.A. Artist shop is the art supply store of your dreams! Locally owned & a must-see for art supply lovers!
K. A. Artist Shop
127 N Jackson StThe K.A. Artist shop is the art supply store of your dreams! Locally owned & a must-see for art supply lovers!
Archer Paper Goods
220 E Clayton St