Regardless of your personality, interests, or even age, Athens has something for everybody’s taste buds. In short (if we are being honest) it’s a Foodie’s heaven. Athens has an amazing variety of restaurants that fit any occasion. If you're craving a late brunch, an artery clogging burger, or the perfect taco, Athens definitely is the perfect place for authentic, local, and delicious food. Whether it's parents weekend or your best friends from high school are visiting, here is a helpful list of the perfect hot spots to take your guests to while visiting the Classic City.
Parent Friendly Establishments
The Last Resort—Ignoring this restaurant’s deceiving name, this Last Resort is definitely not a ‘last resort’. If anything, it should be your first option. This restaurant is the perfect place to go with your parents. Considered to be a tad bit upscale with a fairly pricey menu, this is a place to go for when Mom and Dad won’t mind splurging just a little bit. Existing as a classy establishment with a great environment and absolutely delicious food, Last Resort is something you won’t live to regret.
Clocked—This cute and quaint diner-style restaurant has a fun family vibe that would be perfect for when your parents visit Athens. Not to mention that it has also been voted the best burger in town!
Transmetropolitan—In short, Transmet, a yummy Italian restaurant, is always a great idea. Transmet is the perfect option if your parents are craving a delicious slice of pizza while submersed in a warm welcoming environment.
Mama’s Boy— Offering perhaps the best breakfast you will ever have, your parents are sure to love this place because of the authentic southern atmosphere. Mason jars, fluffy divine biscuits, and a plethora of scrumptious breakfast choices on the menu. Mama’s Boy is a MUST for breakfast.
Taking on the Town with Friends
Fuzzy’s— If I could describe Fuzzy’s in one phrase, it would be rowdy. It's lively, bright, and generally just an exciting environment: ideal for a large group of friends. If you’re looking for something quick, it has delicious food, fantastic queso, as well as a huge bar. Due to its size, as a restaurant Fuzzy’s is the ideal restaurant for you and your friends to chow down.
The Grill— Located in the heart of downtown, The Grill offers 24/7 dining options in an environment that always possess a pulse. Known for having a consistent and classic menu, the most famous entrée here would have to be their—phenomenal feta fries. It's fun, yummy, and almost as old as the classic city Athens.
Taco Stand— Name me one person who can argue with cheap prices and the best margarita buckets around? In short, this restaurant is a college student's dream with amazing Mexican food and a hearty bar area. Taco Stand is a place that everyone loves for its fun atmosphere and big menu.
These are only a few restaurants of the many Athens has to offer. Athens has a little bit of everything for anybody’s taste, and you truly cannot go wrong. Athens is a place filled with local, quaint, and delicious restaurants that your guests are sure to adore.
