Love the ambiance of this place, definitely tavern feel. However we had a mixed experience. We sat…read moreat the bar and the bar tender technically did fine, taking our orders and filling the drinks very timely, he seemed to have an attitude. Not to just us but those seated near us as well. Could've been an off night for him. Food wise, I had the brat sandwich which was great and she had a chicken sandwich which she said was very chewy. The prices here are high which you expect in a town like this but they should deliver a moist chicken breast on a sandwich for the price.

Best food in Highlands. The service was friendly and fast. Great atmosphere, fun and lively…read more Everything we ate was amazing

A beautiful, floral and herbaceous gin. Especially delicious with black cherry juice and a squeeze…read moreof lime. I look forward to visiting in person.

Not many places get me excited, not many places make me want to go back, and not many places are as…read morefun as Oldknow. I am not local to the area and I do wish I could revisit this establishment. My bar fly days have been long gone, yet I guess "closing the bar" is part of my genetic structure, and these things don't go away. It's not something that I intend on doing, but the conversation flows with me and around me, and people just don't want me to go home! So, we ended up hanging out with one of the owners, and this gave me an insight to the whole idea behind this concept. If you are interested in local, unique products, and search for new flavors, this is the place to find excellent quality drinks. There's in-house gin and bitters, and that is all I will say. Well, one more thing I will say: don't be surprised if this bar becomes a national destination. The bar itself is classy and inviting, the music is great, the crowd is cool, but the hospitality is above tops. This place has it all and deserves a visit. Closing statement: very few places deserve 6 stars, this is one of them.

The Manhattan Cafe is a cozy dive bar in downtown Athens…read more It's not much to look at from the outside. If anything, it looks a little sketchy from the outside given the bars on the window, but it's not a sketchy place at all. Believe me when I say this. I stopped in on a Monday night for a nightcap. It was nice and quiet, which is exactly what I was looking for that particular evening, the following day being a travel day for me. As you can see from my pics, it's a nice little place. Drink prices were very reasonable, and the bartending was very good, too. I will happily stop in again when I return to Athens next year. Cheers!

Manhattan is a fine spot for a drink before a show in downtown Athens. We stopped for a quick drink…read moreand enjoyed some hot selections from their holiday menu on their patio- mulled wine for her and spiked ginger tea for me. We followed that up with a couple Lone Stars, a nice touch for these two Texans. A bit of a dull interior on the inside, but probably a nice spot for conversation, with a few added touches that take this spot past a normal, scuzzy dive bar.

So glad we came here for our 2 year anniversary dinner. Madisons downstairs was booked but the…read moremanager up in the Hummingbird Lounge on 7/6 took great care of us. She got us the perfect table in the corner and made us feel so special. Food and ambiance is unbeatable. We found our new favorite spot!

Cool vibe and excellent cocktails!!! Smoked Old Fashioned is a can't miss. Unfortunately, I have…read morehad mixed experiences with the service at Hummingbirds, so no five star for you!

Local Station is an absolute gem. Thank you Riley!! Between…read morethe beautiful weather, great scenery, and top-tier customer service, the vibes were perfect. The food, however, was the real star: * Seared Aji Tuna: Incredible. The chili sauce on the salad was a delicious highlight. * The Burger: Perfectly crispy with a high-quality bun. * The Chips: Even the side of chips was amazing--don't skip them! I would have taken a picture but the food didn't last that long.

Great food & drinks. Dog friendly seating. Only drawback is road noise when sitting outsideread more

Vault and Vator was our last stop of the night, and finding it was a little confusing which is part…read moreof the fun of a true speakeasy. It is found tucked behind the building with only a small, letter-sized paper sign marking the entrance. No flashy signage, no obvious storefront, which adds to the appeal if you're into that kind of hunt. Walking up to it late at night can be a little intimidating but it is well lit which I greatly appreciated! Once inside, the space is dimly lit and small, which makes for a genuinely intimate setting. I'd say it's good for a quieter, more conversational vibe rather than a loud night out. We went with the bartender's choice: pick a base liquor, then two words to describe what you're after. I went with vodka and "slightly sweet, refreshing," for $18. The bartender nailed the brief but it wasn't a drink I'd think about again or specifically order by name. Solid execution, forgettable flavor. Service was the real standout. Our bartender was excellent at walking us through the concept and translating vague requests into something that actually worked. That, plus the atmosphere, is enough to bring me back to see what else is on the menu since we made it there just in time for last call so I ended up only having one drink.

Vault & Vator is such a great spot. The atmosphere is fun and stylish, the drinks are really well…read moredone, and the whole place just has great energy. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for a night out--whether you're grabbing cocktails with friends or making a stop during an evening downtown. Everything feels intentional, from the vibe to the drink menu.

Yelp actually helped us pick this place, what a score!! Very chill atmosphere and the staff was…read moresuper friendly. Thomas, who looked 16 1/2 worked like an industry legend behind the bar. Superb cocktails were his warm up. The food recs were the explosion, and man he was on point. Smoked wings, some of the best ever. Brisket tacos, fuhhgeddaboutit!!! Shaved steak panini put my wife and I over the top. We could barely speak as our mouths were perpetually full of our own and each other's meals. We communicated perfectly with pancake eyes, head nods, and eyebrow wiggles. Don't walk, run to Evolve. The only downer is that we don't have one closer, great job all!!!

My new favorite restaurant in the Clemson area! Stopped in on Saturday night for dinner and it was…read morea great experience! The restaurant was very busy and there was a little bit of a wait. The inside, outside, and bar are all seated on the waiting list. They sat the 2 of us at the bar and it was a fun experience. The bartender made great recommendations and was very knowledgeable about the menu. They have 8 draft beers on tap and a large cocktail menu. We started off with the crispy brussels and it was excellent. The balsamic honey reduction was a nice addition to the appetizer. We got two sandwiches (chimichurri steak press and brisket reuben) and both were very good and recommended by the bartender. I enjoyed the fries a little more than the chips for a side item. Definitely plan on coming back to this restaurant the next time I'm up in Clemson!

We went for dinner and had the best service! Savannah did a great job! She knows the menu very…read morewell and helped us decide what we'd order. We walked in 30 minutes before they were to close on a Sunday night and her attitude was like we were her first customers of the evening We are the owners of several restaurants and we would welcome an employee like Savannah!! The food was great! We'll definitely be going back!

We had a wonderful late lunch here recently while in the area. This restaurant is located on the…read moregrounds of the golf course at Chickasaw Point, which requires access through the gated entrance and security. Its worth the effort. The restaurant is next to the club house/pro shop with its own entrance. A large facility that is obviously used for large gatherings and functions we walked into the bar area and grabbed a high top table and our server came over immediately with menus and greeted us. Friendly and kind, she returned a minute or so later for our drink order. We started with the Onion petals appetizer, it was very good and a nice serving to share. Well prepared and lightly fried golden brown sweet onions with a siracha dipping sauce. A solid choice, sweet, crunchy, spicy, salty and bite sized. After giving the menu a good lookover, I went for the Apple Rum Glazed Pork Ribeye with smash and veggies. A nicely prepared bone in chop, with a good sear. The potato mash was also good. With nice flavor and the rum apple chutney added a good texture and flavor to the whole meal. All in all a good meal, with kind service 4 Stars worth a visit and your effort to find and go to 01278

You can never go wrong with Wanda's Wicked Cocktails!! Wanda herself is a bright energy person and…read moreamazing to get along with. Her drinks are never disappointing! 110% recommend!

From the owner: Wanda's Wicked Cocktails is mobile bar service. Wanda's from Gainesville GA with over 20 years of…read moreexperience and has been the #1 bartender in North Georgia, this talented mixologist will make your event over the top! We have experience working all types of events, so whatever you envision we've got you covered. Over the top drinks & service will ensure an unforgettable celebration. Relax, & enjoy a delicious beverage

Cool joint. I didn't even know it existed. It's very ... um .... 1970s Vegas-ish. It could be…read moredescribed as an eclectic non-pretentious mountain bar. And if you want a high-quality Old Fashioned at $8, this is the place to go. Excellent service! I didn't eat any food.

Very eclectic bar, bartender was awesome made one of the best old fashioned with spiced cherries,…read moredrink were so reasonable had a spinach artichoke dip was Yummie. Place got busy. Very weird in side decorations etc, but cool