Brewery #460…read more Terrapin is a large craft brewer that I can get at home in New Orleans since they seem to have nationwide distribution. We pulled into the large building and went into the taproom. The taproom too is large, with many beers on tap. I asked for a flight, but they don't do them in the traditional way. You have to buy tokens, 12 bucks for 6 tokens and each token gets you a half pour unless you get a premium stout in a can then it's 2 tokens. It gets a little confusing. Anyway, I ended up with a few IPAs that were decent and a can of Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Stout that was really good. There was no food onsite, but they may have food trucks. They just didn't that day. Seems like a waste not to have a kitchen with such a nice tap room. The gift shop is large and the prices were reasonable.

Came here on a Thursday afternoon to kill some time before the friend I was meeting got off work…read more Very easy to find and plenty of parking. The taproom is large with an even bigger outdoor area. Audrey was my bartender and she was fabulous. Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I started with a Maple Pecan Praline. It was dangerously delicious. I still had a while to wait so I go a Claw Shank Redemption (not as high octane...but also very tasty.) Audrey found me the glass I wanted and a 4 pack of the Maple Pecan to go. Right as I was getting ready to go, they were setting up for trivia. I was a little bummed that I had to leave but we had already made other plans. If I'm ever back in Athens, I will definitely come back here.

A very beautiful location. Excellent traditional beer styles. Entertainment inside and out. It was…read moreour first visit today. The service was hospitable and very warm. We did not partake in food so I cannot comment on that. The glassware is gorgeous. We will have to make another visit. The only drawback was the price of the beer. It was a little pricey. It is all definitely worth it if you take into account the entertainment factor and the service.

Had a great experience at Grizzle Beer. Awesome atmosphere, a solid beer selection, and the staff…read morewas friendly and attentive. It's the kind of place you can kick back, relax, and actually enjoy your time. Definitely one of the best spots in Monroe--will be back for sure.

I try to choose good places. The Rook and Pawn did not disappoint…read more I wanted to try a Monte Cristo sandwich; the Rook and Pawn has it, so off I went. It was excellent as was the side salad I ordered to go with it. Service wise, you order at the counter, and they bring your food to your table when it's ready. It works. I washed mine down with iced tea as one does. It's a nice space. Cheers!

I had an absolute blast at Rook & Pawn. Out of all the game board cafes I have been to, this one…read morehad the best vibe. It was so cozy and they had a huge wall of game boards, it was fun to look at and choose games from. I definitely felt like a kid again here. We came here on a football game day, and it was empty as everybody was out watching the game. Which was fine because more game options for us! I'm not sure how busy it gets, but there are lots of tables for seating. There is a $7 charge for each person playing. We spent about 2 hours here and played 3 different games. It is so easy to lose track of time here. I definitely could have stayed longer and tried out more games, but we had to leave as it was getting late. The workers here are very friendly and welcoming. They give great game recommendations! You'll need to ask them to grab the games for you, as the board games can be difficult to get to and they are set a certain way.

We were unable to get a reservation on a Friday night but decided to just drop in for a potential…read morebar seat after reviewing the menu. We were seated immediately at a bar next to the front porch with a view of milledge. We both ordered mocktails, a fresh lemonade and cherry lime spritz, both were delicious and although we don't drink I can bet my bottom dollar their cocktails are crafted and amazing. We started with corn fritters, raw oysters and seasonal peach salad. The only thing I didn't like was the chili in the peach salad, I heard another table request it without so I guess that's an option but I believe in tasting it how it's served. For entrees we did the fresh pasta dish and the fish. Both were creative and divine. The filling for the pasta was silky and the touch of nutmeg or cinnamon in the sauce made it next level. The fish was perfectly cooked and paired nicely with the coconut sauce. For dessert we chose a cherry cheesecake and peanut butter chocolate cake with grape jelly ice cream. I'm not sure if they have a pastry chef but it's been some time since I've had a dessert crafted with so much love. The quality latte we drank with them was the cherry on top. We've already invited our friends for dinner next month. 10/10 reccomend

It's been more than 20 years since I was a law student at UGA, and I've considered 5 & 10 to be…read morethe high water mark for Athens dining this entire time. Nestled in a gorgeous building that was once a residential house, the restaurant has a gorgeous and cozy ambience that makes you feel like you're visiting with friends from the moment you enter. The menu changes with the seasons, and I've never been less than impressed with the often-inventive dishes. I highly recommend starting with their cast iron cornbread. It sounds simple, but it's truly elevated. Right now, the sweet potato brown butter pierogies are absolutely mouth-watering, and the hazelnut bread pudding is rich and a perfect blend of sweetness and cream. The waitstaff is top notch and you'll receive better, more attentive service here than at restaurants with much larger price tags in Atlanta. They also have an impressive cocktail program and wine list. On the "it's the little things" list, the candles 5 & 10 uses in the restroom are outstanding! They sell them and they're spendy, but worth it.

This place is eclectic and a trip! Lots of interesting wine choices - several reasonably priced…read moreoptions. Literally packed high wall of wine with ever other nook and cranny packed with stuff. Owner was super chatty and knowledgeable-- if I lived locally I'd probably be a regular patron. Check it out if you need a really nice bottle of wine! It was a little hard to find on the map but it's in the shopping center - plenty of parking!

Great wine selection! Emily, the owner, is amazing! Love the fresh locally grown vegetables,…read morepremium pastas and sauces in shop, and wine tastings! The wine club is awesome, too. If you haven't been here yet, you are missing out!

Great vibe, great prices, great people--great place! I've come here a couple of times during the…read moreday and tried their Pumpkin Spice Latte and various flavored iced teas. Super great and super low prices! The Staff are all so kind and willing to recommend things!

This is a great little pub right in the center of athens. It is close to everything and has great…read morecocktails and beers, as well as coffees, teas, and ciders. Scotty runs the place and is incredibly friendly and sweet. They offer free WiFi and great suggestions. It is definitely the best place to meet up with friends or colleagues if you are in downtown athens.

We love hanging out at Mel's on Friday night. It's always a great time playing pool and enjoying…read moresome drinks.

Talk about a classic beer joint! Mell's Place is complete with traditional beer/liquor options…read more Decorated with vintage signs, pictures, and NASCAR memorabilia, Mell's is a good place to have a beer with friends. There's Keno, lotto, a pool table and a jukebox.

I was excited about this place with all the good reviews. Unfortunately the reviews IMHO do not…read morereflect my experience. The first thing that was disappointing was the service. It took me a while to get a drink. Started with some tapas, the mushrooms, the potato's and the dates. The mushrooms were good but over battered. Could even tell you were eating mushrooms. The potatoes were not fully soft and lacked salt and flavor. The tomato spread on top also lacked flavor. The dates and manchengo cheese was just werid in presentation and hard to eat. We had to order bread, not something I'm used to especially with the tapas. Ordered the branzino for 2. Others ordered the steak and pork chops. The steak came out cold and the pork chop was overcooked. The branzino was nice, but the sides were cold. One of our party ordered another beer which he did not get until I summoned the manger over. All in all- overrated Food-1.5 Ambiance-meh Service-1

My friend and I had reservations early on a Friday night. We hit traffic coming to town and called…read moreto change the reservation time and they were very accommodating. We were immediately seated an enjoyed cocktails -- I had their version of a margarita. It was smokey but not overpowering. My friend enjoyed the sangria. We split the potatoes, cheese board and the gluten free chicken shawarma pizzette. The potatoes were the best and I really liked the cheeseboard too. The jam made the cheese flavors pop! For our entree we split the short rib which was perfect since it normally comes with two pieces. It was so flavorful and delicious. We didn't sty for dessert since we had a GymDawgs meet to get to and they seemingly didn't have a chocolate option. Great service. Great food and great drinks.