Athens is one of the most reliable, friendly places in town! Their food is impeccable. Their service is unparalleled and they are so kind and welcoming to my children! If you like bourbon, this is the place for you! They also purchased Knoches, so their meat is fresh and beyond delicious, making for tasty burgers and fresh fish fry! read more

Very friendly staff. Such a unique special restaurant. I've been many times. The take out service is excellent. Everything on the menu is delicious. Thank you Athens Grill. read more

We came by because we wanted some gyros. This place was near by so we wanted to give it a shot. Overall the food was good no problems with the gyros. The problem we had is at the table we have this q r code we scan when we want to order. So i ordered desert online for my table. As we finish our dinner order and watch the games playing they come by and empty my table and im like hey its been 30 to 45 minutes and we got a couple special sundaes and i asked the girl about it and she checks and says there was no order on their end i should her my online receipt showing her i paid for and what it was and 15 minutes we get the dessert. I get that mistakes happen but if your system is supposed to tell me it ordered that it should tell you i ordered it. Make sure these glitches get fixed before people use it. read more

This place is on our return to list. The few issues were mere right and the taste of the food was amazing! The server was friendly and sweet but you could tell that she wouldn't take any shit . The bar looked to be very well stocked. read more

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Great choice's and fine food! Always a winner, Including kids options Bar and non alcoholic options! Find desserts, including frozen yogurt! Nice atmosphere and always clean read more

We took out cheeseburgers. Fantastic. Fresh. French fries were awesome too. Has parking

Been a couple years since ive eaten a gyro here. Used to frequent the gyro shop when Gus had it inside the gas station. Not impressed today. $16 for gyro fry and a drink. The gyro sauce was heavily dosed with lemon juice making it bitter. When I stopped in they had been open for about 25 min. Clearly nobody cleaned the grease from the day before. The fries had a taste of deep fried Mexican food. Ruined it. I may check back in another couple years. Sorry. read more

That was the best gyro and fries I've ever had. The gyro was stuffed so full that I had to eat over the basket, which is exactly the way it should be - big and messy! read more

Decent food... decent prices... great service. It's been awhile since my last visit and I was pleasantly surprised. I'd say both the food and service is much improved some my visit of several years back. The craft cocktails were an exciting surprise. From the outside and the order at the counter style of the food service one doesn't really expect a craft beer and cocktail experience... but it's there. My Manhattan was wonderful. read more

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I've past by this place a few times. Decided to try it! Glad we did. We got the gyro plate and smash burger - both were very tasty. The place also seemed like a fun place to hang out at. There was a pool table and bar area that several a huge selection of specialty beers along with other items. read more

Athens Grill - Gyro Plate - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

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If you're looking for gyros and/or craft beer this is the place! The gyro plate can easily feed two although they could do a better job with proportions (not enough pita bread) and it would be better with diced tomatoes versus slices. Diced cucumbers would be another good touch. For the beer, they have rare options both on tap and also in the fridge for purchase. They have flights as well! Rare for a restaurant but a pleasant surprise. The main reason for losing a star was due to the ambiance, or lack of one. It's just a big open room and was almost full so it was SO loud inside. We sat by the bathrooms just for a quieter experience, and I'm deaf in one ear! Good food and beer, but not a good place to relax during mealtime. read more

Athens Grill - menus on the wall - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

food was not enjoyable and I left hungry. the manager also seemed to ask everyone around me if they were happy with their meal except my fiance and I since we sat ourselves in the back. definitely not going back. the table was also dirty and the only decor was booze. read more

Athens is a great sport for lunch in Waunakee. The menu is a little odd mixing tacos and gyros and burgers, but they make good food, so I guess it's fine! You order at the counter and find your own seats, and food is delivered quickly so you can get in and out on your workday. read more

Athens Grill - Tacos - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

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Came here for the first time recently and wished I'd had discovered Athens sooner! The restaraunt is rather unassuming, right next to kwik trip. Everything I have tried so far has really hit the spot. Especially the gyro. The entire staff is very friendly. The inside is quite charming, and I love that they offer counter service or bar service with a beautiful full bar. Even online ordering with curbside pickup is very efficient, and they have a drive thru The Pinball machines tucked away in the back, as well as the shelf full of assorted card and board games paired with tons of natural light creates a warm and laid back atmosphere. Sports fans will like their big screen television as over the bar area. They offer rotating specials every day of the week as well. Looking forward to trying their Friday fish fry one of these days. read more

Yum! First time here and everything was delicious, I was impressed by the beer selection and full bar. Beautiful inviting space. Doesn't look like much from the outside but don't be fooled, I cannot believe I haven't eaten here until now. You order at the counter and they give you a number and deliver food to your table, you have to approach the bar to order adult beverages. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Can't wait to go back soon. Be aware, they are closed on Sundays and Mondays. read more

Athens Grill - A feast! Chicken pita combo and lemon chicken soup, Buffalo reserve old fashioned sweet, everything is wonderful - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

I went here for lunch on a weekday and got the house Gyro. It wasn't bad, but it seemed pretty average. It lacked spice, and had a modest amount of protein for the price. Lots of onions. Lots. I had hoped to make this my new go-to place, but I just left there underwhelmed. I think they have a steady clientele willing to accept mediocre food that is at best, average. read more

Totally legit Greek food and beer selection. Beertender Jordan is super knowledgeable about beers and was very helpful picking out some great beers. We bought Drekker's Loki is my Homeboy Lactose DIPA and Bearded Iris Ever Clever DDH. Loki was from their beer fridge. They allow you to buy from the beer fridge and consume on premises if you like and that's cool. As far as food, great selection of Greek food. We had the Eggplant Gyro. Vegetarian and excellent. (I'm not vegetarian). Lots of indoor and outdoor seating available plus they've got a ping pong table! We'll definitely be back to this great restaurant/bar. read more

Athens Grill - Bar and beer menu - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

I never would have found this place except we were in Westport with a relative and he suggested it for dinner. He asked if we like gyros - heck yes... so over to the Athens we went. I love the gyros at the Parthenon and these were just as good. Lots of meat, sauce, onions. Fresh and soft pita. Excellent! We didn't take advantage of their extensive beer selection and the bar. If we are on this side of town we will make a bee-line for the Athens Grill. read more

best gyros in town. possibly in the state. the gyro kit is an amazing deal. the staff here are amazing. i highly recommend making the trip here. read more

This place is both completely unassuming and a bit intimidating from the outside. It's located in an odd little strip mall of sorts which isn't overly inviting. And the parking lot is both confusing and always full. A sign of a popular place, but is it good? The answer is a resounding yes! The interior is much more spacious than you could even imagine and the bar is large and extremely well stocked. It's counter service and seat yourself but getting a seat wasn't too difficult. While busy it didn't feel crowded and I look forward to becoming something of a regular here. read more

Okay so this place was okay but they forgot my fucking vanilla frozen yogurt. It took so long im talking 30-45 minute wait for food. Also the children exploded the damn toilet because its like taco bell but worse. DO NO COME HERE read more

It's a gem. More interesting choices than anything else in the area. Worth a special trip out. I'm never disappointed. Many gluten-free options as well. Actually, exceptional gluten-free options. read more

Believe it or not, the best gyros in the Madison metropolitan area can be found on County Highway M in the Town of Westport. Despite the remote location, the place is a popular destination for hungry diners. Even with it's popularity, service is prompt and always friendly. While the tender, flavor-packed gyros meat is the star of the show, I'm also a fan of the creamy, homemade tzatziki sauce. It's a satisfying meal for the bargain price of $6.49. read more

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Food truck on point in Wisconsin!!! Yummy yummy yummy to my tummy. They have what looks like daily specials today was steak tacos which everyone was getting down with....must try. For that gyro craving - get the classic gyro spice it up with some of their spice sauce and devour it! The whole fam bam sat outside enjoyed the great food and left happy! Try it bet you would go back! read more

Athens Grill - Classic gyro - no spice no tomatoes. For $2 more you can get extra meat but what u see is good enough. - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

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My husband and I stopped by on the way home from the airport. There was a long line in the drive through (usually a great sign) and we decided to stop! It was well worth the wait! The food was fresh, flavorful, and so tasty! We will definitely be coming back! read more

This place is amazing. Awesome curds, and the gyro plate is huge and delicious; a great value. Lots of options for beer and liquor, and even desserts. Atmosphere is awesome with a restaurant/bar vibe and ping pong with nice tv's and lots of space. Glad to have an awesome place right next to Waunakee. read more

Was hankering for a Gyro and haven't tried the new brick and mortar Athens grill! They have indoor, outdoor and drive through service with also a full bar. Ordered a Gyro and a tap, the Gyro came out in seconds with fresh tomatoes and lots of meat and onions and it was excellent!! Give them a try. read more

Athens Grill - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

I've been going to Athens for years. When we lived on Madison's north side I was there a couple times a month. They were the best Gyros in the Madison area. Gus, the owner developed his own recipe, procured spices from Greece whenever he could, blender his own meats. You could smell the aromatic spices before even walking into the gas station where they used to be located. The gas station closed, having been sold to Kwik Trip. Athens went to a food truck concept, and then a brick and mortar bar and grill combo. Somewhere along the line Gus retired or sold, or just became less involved. Over time Athens Grill has lost some of Gus' quality. The gyro meat has gotten steadily more bland. There's plenty of pepper, but the aromatic smells and flavors of Mediterranean oregano, marjoram, and other spices has been diluted. I don't know if they changed the recipe or just can't get the top quality spices they used to, but you can tell the difference. That said, portions are still very generous. The bar and grill concept serves Athens well. It's warm, casual, and friendly feeling. Food, other than gyros are quite good. Cheese curds are fantastic. I just miss Gus' gyros. read more

Athens Grill - The Gyro plate. Extra meat, fries, and two pitas. - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

I had to wait 25m for my food. After having asked twice what was going on, the waitress finally appears, slams the food on my table, and walks away without a word. Crappy food, crappy service. read more

My go to lunch place at work. Classic Gyros are the best but I always tend to try their eggplant gyro. It is always cooked to perfection. They have opened a very spacious restaurant by the gas station which has the same setting as the old palace but much more space and drinks. The lunch is usually pretty crowded even with all this space but the service is fast and efficient. U will never be disappointed. Just an inside tip- if you are taking gyro to go, it's always a good idea to get 2 gyro plate with some extra pita for 4. Their portions are so huge that u have always enough gyro in 2 plates for 4 pita. read more

Athens Grill - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

We got 2 Gyros plates and 12 wings for take out. The gyros meat was not good. It was mushy and the flavor was off. The wings were so over cooked couldn't eat the flats, some of the bigger drummie were edible. I love Gyros and have eaten them for 40+ years. The website we used to order "we called in our order" said plates were $11 and 12 wings were $14. Turns out G plates were $16 and Wings $18. I called to question the price. The girl who answered said must have been an old website? And hung up on me. I guess I'll make the drive from Sun Prarie to State st. to get any future Gryos. $56 wasted read more

Athens Grill is doing the window service as usual during the CV19 restrictions. We called ahead and paid by credit card. When I got there I just had to wait a short time and got our food. The same good quality as eating in the restaurant. Saved money by not sitting at the bar and having a few drinks too! The servers come out with masks and surgical gloves and the food is in a paper bag with handles. They are trying really hard to make this safe for you and them too. Give them a try on Fridays for their great fish fry! read more

Besides having the best gyros and great smash burgers... this place is a very underrated bar. 1st - they carry a selection of high end beers that you don't find at most bars; 2nd - they make great cocktails (Manhattans are their specialty); 3rd - its somehow a very nice decor despite the odd standalone location. Go here. read more

Tried Athens Grill recently at a UW Mens Badger Basketball game at the Kohl Center. It's located on the first floor. I got the eggplant pita and my dad ordered a gyro. The Tzatziki sauce won us over. We both agreed they were tasty and would order again at another game. I have never visited the restaurant location but the preview of it makes me curious to go. read more

I go here as a convenience and the food is pretty good, although expensive for a drive through. I never spend less than $50. What I hate is when it looks like they are open with the sign on but really closed an hour earlier - it's more of a detour to get to than it looks. I also hate when they hand you the credit card machine defaulted to a 20% tip. I'm not going to pay $8 tip at the drive through. During Covid I said something to the girl at the window about something (don't recall now, maybe about the sign saying they were open when they weren't) and she asked me what I wanted her to do about it - she literally said that to me, then closed the window while I was still talking. Just found their general attitude to be off putting almost every time. That experience takes away from the food which is not bad. Great hummus. read more

I truly believe these are some of the best wings in the Madison area. I love the BBQ sauce, it's a bit tangier than your traditional BBQ but outstanding. I love the apple/celery slaw on the side. Service is quick and workers are kind. read more

I love coming here. Food is always hot and prepared well. Attentive service, good bar selection.

Stopped in for the first time with my in-laws and two-year-old daughter. We all loved it. The space is open and inviting with plenty of room for groups of all sizes. The bar area is a nice spot and they had ~8 beers on tap, including at least one on nitro. It was a solid variety including some of the better local brews. They also have a fully stocked bar. As for the food...it was all great. The adults all did gyros. They were fresh and delicious. We also shared a half order of the wings. They had an excellent dry rub and two great dipping sauces, plus a nice, refreshing salad of cucumber, apple and olive oil. My daughter did the macaroni and cheese and scarfed it down. It was a nice portion and you could tell they used real cheese. My only gripe is that it isn't closer to downtown. read more

Athens Grill - Greek Near Me - Waunakee, Wisconsin

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This is our to-go option in locality. Top notch gyros and each of them have a wholesome quantity. The food is really tasty and it also has a drive thru option. Would really recommend when in Waunakee. read more

This place is a hidden gem!! I've been going here for quite some time back when they were in the gas station... love the Ping Pong table and board games. The bar and friendly atmosphere. The food is fresh and flavorful with the perfect combinations of seasonings and ingredients. I frequent this place during lunch and they have a super convenient drive thru as well. So glad to be close by such a great dinner option! read more