There's nothing quite like downtown Athens, GA.
Something that makes it so special is the diversity of places to eat and choosing the perfect one is a strenuous decision. Every restaurant, brunch spot, and coffee shop all have different atmospheres and company. I've done my best to categorize some of my favorite sites I've been to and that others have recommended to me.
Athen's Most Popular
You really cannot go wrong trying any of these favorites:
- Taqueria Del Sol
- Clarke's
- Clocked
- Amici
- Taqueria Tsunami
- Cali n Titos
- The Place
- Tazikis
- Grind House
- The Globe
- Pauley's
- Utage
- Little Italy
Coffee ShopsÂ
Athens is known by college students for having great coffee shops, so these places serve more as study spots more than anything.
- 1000 Faces Coffee
- Iron Works
- Hendershots
- Walkers
- Ike & Jane
- Sips
- Jittery Joe's
- Starbucks (duh)
But first, BRUNCH
- Mama's Boy (THE all time fave of everyone in Athens no questions asked).
- Mama Jewels Kitchen
- Franklin House Cafe
- Big city bread cafe
- Donderos
- Heirloom cafe & fresh market
For when your parents visit ($$$)
Let's be honest. We're college students and we're broke as heck. When our parents come to visit we all would really love a nice (paid for) meal. Don't even lie about it. These places are all super yummy but also a little on the pricey side. Pay up, parents!
- The last resort
- The National
- Five and Ten
- Depalmas
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Freshman year I learned that the later you stay up studying, the yummier these taste.
- Cinnaholic
- Insomnia cookies (extra amazing because they deliver directly to your dorm/study spot)
- Zombie coffee and donuts
- Ben and Jerry's
- Four Fat Cows