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    Cali N Tito's

    4.5 (1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    CALI N TITO'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    S S.

    Always good food and service with Unique decor and cool place just to chill and relax.

    Jennifer M.

    We were excited to find a cool, local place to eat in Athens on a Sunday that was so highly rated. Be aware that you must wait in line to order and then most food is brought out to you. We were in line for perhaps 1/2 hour, which felt like a very long time. Food was delivered pretty quickly. The taste was really fabulous, and portions are large, which is the reason for my four star review. I had three different tacos (pork, beef, and chicken) and had to take one home because there was so much to each taco. The place has a definite college-student vibe with people studying in the uncovered outside section. The picnic tables are a little hard to get into for us older folks, and there are plenty of flies due to the lack of walls. I took no pictures because I was fighting with the flies. The iron horse sculpture in Watkinsville is not far andvery cool to see, and that is what I have a picture of. The BYOB signs and designing-on-a-dime decor were interesting to look at as we waited in line.

    Jennifer L.

    Absolutely stupendous! Cali N Tito's is an unassuming space with a walk up counter and picnic tables all around the building. You order at the counter, and then your food is brought to your table. It's a fairly streamlined operation with tons of options. The boys had burritos, and I got a steak quesadilla with tostones. I would have loved more of the sauce but all in all it was fantastic, authentic, and super reasonably priced for what you got.

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    Anand D.

    Cali N Tito's is an Athens STAPLE, hands down. I have been here a few times over the past 10+ years, but I had just recently gone to Athens to celebrate a friend getting his MBA from UGA. Cali N Tito's is some pretty authentic cuisine. They have a pretty big menu filled with non-traditional items as well as some common traditional ones. You will definitely find something you like. I got the original Cuban sandwich and my wife got the chicken Cuban sandwich. Both tasted incredible. It was all so flavorful and they did not skimp on any of the meat at all. We also shared the fries too. They were nice and crispy and had just the right amount of salt. They have a full bar too, so you can get something alcoholic to drink if you like. I got one of the frozen margaritas (I got strawberry.) They also have plenty of non-alcoholic options too, like coke products and juices. Cali N Tito's is also pretty big. There are plenty of places to sit inside and there is plenty of parking as well. The inside decor is colorful and vibrant and there are many things that will remind you of Latin America. A bunch of flags and Latin American themed decor. The service is good, but it can be kind of slow sometimes. We came on a Saturday, and when we first got there, it wasn't too busy, but within the hour, it got packed, and there was a line at the register. But it is definitely worth the wait. I highly recommend Cali N Tito's, and I would definitely come back if I find myself in Athens again.

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    Mo J.

    Extremely Popular Fast casual Athens pad, always packed from nearby local college; v cool eatery to chill. My Fish Burrito was spectacular and v original; A first fo me. Loaded w veges legumes beans grains n fish, w additional plantains, great. You'll need to ask for their homemade habanero sauce; :) Has a cool large outdoor space, with palm trees, umbrellas, and a boat, to relax and eats. Blastin' Peruvian music I think. No booze, they byob. Next Time. Cannot Wait to Get Backs to Athens n few months.

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    Laura P.

    It's wonderful to return years later to Cali N Tito's and discover the quality and deliciousness of their food has remained the same. It still has that eclectic, college dive feel with inside and outside picnic table dining. Tamales have always been my "go to" when eating here, and today they were so good! The salad hubs ordered for me was very fresh, topped with delicious sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes and diced cucumber. The vinegar dressing was light and allows the fresh veggies to sing! The basket of chips with salsa is $2.50- not complimentary. They are crispy and the salsa is homemade goodness. My only complaint is the chips basket needs a larger serving of salsa. Still the same order at the counter window, and they bring your order to your table. Can't wait to return!

    El Sandwich Cubano with Steak (bottom) & Quesadillas (top)
    Bob J.

    El Sandwich Cubano was to die for! This place is the bomb and certainly one of the best meals I've had in Athens. Great atmosphere and stellar menu.

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    Cindy R.

    Everytime I tell the hubs "let's go to Cali n Tito's" he gets super hype. So today we decided to try their second Franchise. The ambiance is just as cool as the other one and their service was pretty basic order here and get your food later. Don't expect to get a waiter! The food was great and very flavorful. Overall it's a great spot to grab a bite in Athens.

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    Claire S.

    -service is quick, but it gets really busy so come early -cubano bread is fluffy on the inside but also nicely toasted -chicken was nicely cooked and not dry -empanadas were perfectly crispy -fries were cooked well -would def come again if I came to Athens -fun and colorful atmosphere

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    Ashley T.

    This is place was so nice! We got the tacos and quesadilla. The chicken quesadilla lunch combo with the fries is so yummy. Be sure to ask for salsa too! The salsa verde was super fresh, and this place is close to campus!

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    7 months ago

    Wonderful everything: food, ambiance & service! It was an absolute treat and will def be a go to in Athens!

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    Excellent fish tacos,great service, very clean. Quick and kind. Great food. The staff were nice. A great taco stand and cold beer.

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    1 year ago

    Nice staff, cool atmosphere, fast service. I would come back it was a good experience. The parking lot is a maze but whatever.

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    Excellent food and service. Love sitting outside in the beach area. Will be a regular stop for us.

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    7 months ago

    all ways great! always wonderful. amazing food and decor. clean great food and fun place for kids

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    Ask the Community - Cali N Tito's

    Are pets welcome outside?

    Only on the to go patio, which is full service

    Can you bring dogs?

    Yes plenty of people bring their dogs. Speaking for the lumpkin location only, unsure about the other.

    Is it a good spot to go if it is raining outside?

    Yes, it is a great spot to eat regardless of the weather. They offer plenty of seating and a variety of things for kids to keep busy.

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    Honestly, I have to say I have had better food than this. I ordered food through DoorDash which was…read morethe fried cheese, the sweet cornbread. The scrambled eggs with toast the cola champagne and the arepitas i find that the drink, the sweet corn bread and the arepitas we're easy and delicious to eat.However, when it came to the scrambled eggs with toast and the fried cheese, I couldn't do it. You see, they use a lot of salt with this food right here and as a person that used to have really high blood pressure, I couldn't eat it.It made me extremely sick and dizzy.Unfortunately, I have to say with all honesty.If you have high blood pressure, don't eat this food, cause it will literally make you sick. The service was excellent.The ambience was perfect.The only thing is, the food needs to have less salt.Better luck next time.

    Service was friendly, fast.I ordered the lunch special ok but just regular flavor nothing…read morespecial,no spices of Latin that I was looking for, than to put pot on the stove and boil. My grandmother cooked the same food.My meal was boiled potatoes, white rice,small bowl kidney bean in juice,quarter piece chicken leg,2pc plantain .What i didn't like i was not told the mango drink wasn't included in the meal.It was just presented as it was part of the special. However with today budget due to inflation, I didn't want to pay $22.00 for a lunch just nothing special. Their menu are a little pricey. The place is not high-end but clean.I think they should lessen the menu,and up the flavor.I will give it a 3star because of that.

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    If you're looking for authentic Mexican food in Athens, Tlaloc El Mexicano Restaurant should be at…read morethe top of your list. From the moment we walked in, it was clear this place is a local favorite. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the menu offers a great selection of traditional Mexican dishes, along with a few Salvadoran influences that make it even more unique. One of the highlights of the evening was meeting the owner, Antonio Ramirez. Throughout the meal, he made his way around the restaurant, stopping at each table with a smile to ask how everything was and to make sure guests were enjoying themselves. That level of personal attention is becoming increasingly rare and speaks volumes about how much he cares about both the food and the customer experience. It's also obvious that the local college crowd has discovered this gem. There were plenty of students enjoying dinner, and it seemed like the margaritas were especially popular--particularly when Mom and Dad were picking up the tab! Fortunately, the margaritas are well worth it, with generous pours and plenty of options to choose from. The food was excellent, the portions were generous, and the prices were very reasonable. Most importantly, the flavors felt authentic and homemade rather than the typical chain restaurant version of Mexican food.

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    4.5
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    Let me start by saying I love this place, their food and drinks, and normally don't have any…read moreissues. 7:10 am - all lights are on, open sign is on, door is unlocked, and no hours on the door that I saw. Went in and lady just looks at me. I said, "I just want to get coffee." She said, "dont open until 7:30." I said well, you just lost business and shouldn't have your open sign (on the side of the building to draw in traffic) on or door unlocked. I don't understand business' mentality anymore. If I owned a business that served coffee in the mornings and someone came in 15-20 min before we opened because I had my sign on and door unlocked, I would say, "it may take a few extra minutes because we aren't open yet, but what can I get you?" Thats how you keep happy customers. Instead, you turned me away losing that sale, gaining this review, AND I will reconsider next time I decide I may want to eat your food, and just go somewhere else, also this review could affect others coming there, so affecting future sales. If the lights weren't all on, open sign wasn't on, I wouldn't have come in to have this experience. Business', YOU MUST DO BETTER!!! News flash! There are tons of you for us to choose from. We don't have to eat or drink at your restaurant.

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    4.7
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    105.0 mi

    We are constantly frustrated when eating at restaurants over the last couple of years…read more Today, we thought we would try something outside of our norm. Wow, we made a great decision trying Mama Juana Latin Fusion. We had an outstanding experience. From the moment we walked in and were greeted by the host, we knew this was going to be something different. The host asked, and was genuinely excited when we told him it was our first time in. When the waiter arrived, he was excited to tell us about the menu, as well as the food itself. He enthusiastically explained that while they had Mexican dishes, authentic Latin food was their real specialty. He made great recommendations and took great care of us throughout the meal. We chose to try the empanadas (1 cheese, 1 chicken, and 1 steak) and some cheese dip with chorizo. Both were exceptional. Full of flavor. My wife and I agreed to split 2 entrees, and that was another good decision. I had the Cachapa with shredded chicken, and she had the Venezuelan Arepas. Neither of us had ever had these dishes, but both were amazing. We were stuffed, but no way we couldn't take a desert home for later. The flan and the Tres Leches were both AWESOME! If you are on the fence, just try this place. You will be glad you did! They take a tremendous of pride in the quality of the food. The restaurant was very clean and had a great ambiance.

    When I tell you this place is amazing, look no further for your Latin fusion needs. We ordered a…read morebit of everything and none of it was below an 8/10. Mojitos were excellent and flowing like James Bond's speciality drinks. The waiter was exceptional and when he found out it was my birthday, gave me a free flan. 10/10 experience, dont let the location fool you, it really is lovely.

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