Great service - everyone was super friendly. We had wonderful shrimp and grits and smash burgers…read more It's very spacious with a fabulous view and clean restrooms. We will definitely be back!!

I've gone three times. The first time was great. The second and third were horrible. Service was…read moreslow and the food was cold. I feel this place is a hit and miss. Which is bad since it is in a great location.

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.

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

Went for casual drinks with a friend for a night out. We both got a drink that contains pop rocks…read morein it and was such a delicious and fun to drink. The service was also really good. It wasn't busy when we had gone on a weeknight and it was very clean and quiet inside.

Great experience here after we left a previous restaurant. The decor was very plush and the…read moreambiance was chill. Very clean and you could feel and see the attention to detail. I had the Bloody Mary with brennivin aquavit, which was a very interesting taste. I also had the Tinned Smoked Oysters which were a great after dinner snack. I plan to come back here when I'm in town with the wifee. Such a great finish to my visit to Athens!

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.

Had the most incredible time at Elsie's speakeasy for a recent date night. A friend recommended we…read moredo dinner at Kounter first and put our names on the list early for Elsie's. We were told two hour wait, but only ended up waiting about 45 min before we got the text. The experience was fun having to "sneak" through the fake door and into a fun, moody, and eclectic lounge room. The bartenders truly made the night - Harris is wonderful, fun, chatty, and made all our drinks on a whim with almost nothing straight from the menu. We would tell Harris the type of drink and strength, and he made the most incredible cocktails throughout our time there. Truly showed that he's a mixologist and not just a bartender. We so treated ourselves to the caviar and the dessert bites. Would only recommend that the chips be salt and vinegar as the dish was missing some flavor, but the dessert bites were incredible. Will absolutely return for another night soon!

Awesome vibe! My first speak easy experience and I'm hooked. Quiet and dark but such a cool…read moresetting. The smoked old fashions are great and my espresso martini made with tequila was different. You enter into Elsie's and say the password (there are hints) which continually changes. Once through the "freezer" door you enter the speak easy. Amazing service and suggestions from the bartenders. I can't wait to return.

We love trying new spots and my guy found a menu he liked, so we went to Euphoria on Halloween (a…read moreFriday night), not knowing anything but the menu. The vibe inside is very Eden meets 90s lounge, and the music is R&B chill. I was jamming very song so that's a +++. We were greeted right away and service was like that all night. The staff was the best part! They were friendly, attentive, and all in costume (which was cute). I revived drink recommendations and tried 2. Both were good. Purple Rain (smoother) and the Blackberry Lemon Drop (sharper). There are many more that look delicious, too, so I'll try more one day. We started with the collard green dip appetizer and that was our favorite food item. It was served with seasoned (and warm!) pita chips. I only wish it was a little thicker. Our entrees had good portions and came out hot. I enjoyed the jerk salmon overall but wish the meat itself had its own flavor too. The jerk did it all in this case. The collard greens were good to me (my guy wished for less salt/seasoning). My guy had the lamb chops, greens, and mashed potatoes. He was okay with everything but not in love with anything but that dip! All in all I think we will return to try more of the menu and I'll certainly be back to try the cocktails.

We had a great experience here from start to finish. I ordered the jerk salmon with collard greens,…read moreand everything was cooked perfectly with excellent flavor. My wife had the Cajun chicken Alfredo, which was also outstanding--rich, well-seasoned, and very satisfying. We also tried the sweet potato cornbread, which was wonderful and a definite standout. Both of our cocktails were well made and complemented the meal nicely. On top of the great food and drinks, the service was excellent--attentive, friendly, and professional throughout. We'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend this restaurant.

I was so excited to find a place near me with a Cuban sandwich. My son and I chose Howard's on Main…read morefor this reason. I was so disappointed when my "Cuban sandwich" ended up being a ham and cheese with mustard and pickles. No mojo pulled pork. That's the best part of a Cuban sandwich. Howard's on Main is off our list of places to eat.

When in Greenwood...treat yourself to a stop at Howard's…read more The Number 5 is a splendid sandwich - fresh lettuce, cucumber, turkey, havarti, ciabatta roll. Side of potato salad...top-notch flavor. Potato chips with subtle and creamy onion dip - oh my! Hospitality +++ from all employees

This a must see/drink if you ever find yourself in the charming downtown area of Cornelia, GA. We…read morejust so happened to be camping several miles away and were looking for a reprieve from the brutal Georgia sun that day. The best part about this place is that they're dog-friendly! You can totally sit inside with your best friend whilst sipping on an ice cold beer. Everything we tried was great, but their honey heartbreak is phenomenal. Do yourself a favor and get a pint, or a growler ;). We ended up getting a growler of the Sandy Strawberry because the honey wheat kicked while we were there, but we still enjoyed that one too.

Only 4 beers. We tried 2. They tasted like soap. No reading to try this place. Keep driving. Yuk.read more