I stopped by to grab a to-go plate, and I have to say, this restaurant is SO cute! I absolutely…read moreloved the industrial loft vibe--it gives the place so much character. The service was really nice, too. I sat at the bar to place my order, and luckily, the bartender was vegetarian and pointed me in the right direction when it came to choosing what to try. The collard greens weren't really my favorite, but the tots and mac & cheese? Absolutely delicious! Those were definitely the standouts for me. This is definitely a spot we'll be visiting again in the near future. My only wish is that they offered a few seafood options, but there were still plenty of things to enjoy. Parking is a little limited, but the area is very walkable, so that definitely helps. Overall, super cute spot, friendly service, and some really good food!

Great brunch on Sunday. Especially loved the apple sausage patties and bacon fat tater tots with…read moremultiple dipping sauces. Service was outstanding! I love the ambiance in the middle of the afternoon. I'm anxious to experience the dinner menu and see the dining room in its evening glory. I'll be back!

The food was 4/5 but the waitress was 100/5. I wish I could remember her name. She was incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and had a artistic flair in discussing the various specials and desserts. I ordered the last resort's praline and I felt the portion size was rather small. However, it was a very savory comfort dish perfect on that rainy day. My advisor ordered a salad with salmon, which would have been pretty hard to get wrong, so she enjoyed that.

Honestly, I would say it's overrated. But It's a very popular place, and it can be hard to get a…read moretable at times. It's an upscale place to be sure, but it's not fussy. Just don't show up looking like a slob. I would say, just dress up casual just a little, and you will probably be fine. I ordered the duck special. I love duck, and I order it whenever it is available anywhere I happen to be, but my plate was underwhelming. What saves this review and bumps it up from three stars to four is the ambience and the service. It has a nice ambience, and the service was impeccable. I don't hold a grudge if a place is promising. I'll try it again the next time I'm in town. Cheers!

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.

During the last year of the five-and-a-half decades my mother lived in Athens, she survived a…read moreserious medical crisis and endured the sale of her longtime home and preparations for a move to my brother's city. A chaotic period, and when my brother and/or I were in town to help out with these exhausting and time-consuming tasks, finding quick, reasonably priced, somewhat healthy, and hopefully tasty food was challenging indeed. I unfortunately didn't discover Maepole until 2025, but it nicely ticked off those boxes. Maepole is basically a "fast casual," Southern-inflected "bowl" place, with a much heavier emphasis on the nutritious and fresh than is typical of traditional Southern cooking. You start with a base, just like at Chipotle or Cava--greens, sweet potatoes, or quinoa, etc.--and top with veggies or salads, and, if you prefer a protein, you can add chicken, pork, or tofu. Or you can just go full-on veggie plate. Top with a flavorful sauce; my favorites were the spicy avocado and lemon herb. My general impression of the food quality was that it wasn't quite at the five-star level some of the time--veggies weren't always cooked to perfection, for instance--but the general experience and value, as well as the bold flavors, argue for bumping this rating up to five stars. Plus, every time I think about Maepole, I sure wish my current city had an option like it.

First time here and recommended by a colleague. I was a little concerned about dining out in Athens…read moreduring a busy Saturday afternoon but fortunately the N Chase location is perfectly tucked away, distant enough from the downtown area. I was 3rd in line and pleasantly surprised + pleased. Think Chipotle meets Chopt (the salad bar ). Fresh ingredients. LOTS of mix and match options OR preset menu items. And just as many drink options, including locally made kombucha. I ordered the winter salad and low country plates. With the exception of the turmeric ginger dressing (a little too zesty for me) and the hoppin John salad (hoppin John OR salad ... not both ) EVERYTHING was delicious. I enjoyed the salad way more than I thought I would. The spicy avocado dressing is YUMMY! The greens were cooked to perfection - another shocker. The edamame crunch, tofu and crunchies were just as delicious. I will visit the Atlanta location just to try the fritters! A wonderfully healthy and scrumptious delight !

Pretty solid bratwurst. Fries were great. Their light beer was SUPER light - the menu did warn me…read morebut I took a risk. The inside ambiance was awesome. Waiter was quick to help us. Would recommend!

Great service on my visit. Had a wonderful sandwich and ordered Brussels instead of fries. Oh my…read moregoodness!! The sandwich was great (and massive!), but the Brussels were incredible!

SUCH GOOD FOOD!!! And the service was amazing!!! We loved the artwork and atmosphere!read more

Tried the Porknado for something unique and it was filling and delicious!…read moreWife got wings and loved the crisp on them. We will be back to try the wide selection of drinks!

This place is adorable. High ceilings and beautiful chandelier made for a great site. The service…read morewas great. The college kids were very kind and personable. As far as the food goes the recipe for the shrimp and grits definitely could use a little tweakIng however the waffle was amazing with the home made maple syrup. We only had one mimosa, but that was enough to have me stumbling all the way to the car lol. The tab was a little bit more than expected with added service fees. The menu is very limited so you may want to check it out before going. They also had a live band on this particular Sunday, if you are in the Athens area, you should definitely check them out.

Amazing!!! A great place to grab a bite before the game. Let…read moreme break it down. Service: TOP TIER! Max took amazing care of us and made sure he went above and beyond to make sure that we were well taken care of. Ambiance: the air is very energetic on a Saturday when it's game day. It's definitely a good place to be. Food: lots of flavors and the drinks were very good. Not watered down or too much. They were just right. Please keep in mind that the reason why they call us five is because there is only five menu items for appetizers and for entrées . Therefore, there is a limited selection.

My wife and I had a "date-night" at the Chop House. The ambiance was good. Then after 8:00 the…read morelights were dimmed and the ambiance became a bit more intimate. We both order the prime rib, tossed salads and baked potatoes. Prior to our food arriving we were offered bread that came with cinnamon butter, which arriv d warm and was a good addition to our meal. Shortly afterwards our salads came. Before we could really begin to eat our salads the entrees were brought. The quality of our meal was excellent as was our waitress. Our only regret was our failure to request our entrees not to be brought until we had finished our salads. The manager stopped by our table twice to assure we were enjoying our meal which we were indeed. I heartily recommend this venue for a great evening out!

Went to The Chop House on UGA graduation day, so it was extremely busy, but overall the service was…read morestill great. Our food came out quickly, which honestly impressed me considering how packed everything in Athens was that day. My steak did come out at the wrong temperature initially, but the staff handled it really well. They immediately made me a brand new steak and even sent me home with a full to-go meal, which I really appreciated. Mistakes happen, but good customer service is what matters, and they definitely made it right. The food overall was really good. The deviled eggs always hit, the creamed spinach was delicious, and the loaded potato was solid. The corn had a smoky flavor to it that caught me off guard at first, but it was still sweet and flavorful. Overall, great service, good food, and they handled an issue professionally, especially during such a busy graduation weekend.

Clocked is great! Love coming here when I'm in Athens. I love the option to turn the burger into a…read moresalad, too!

Great burgers but the fries!!!!! The fries are awesome!! The fries came to the table perfectly…read morecooked and fresh. The outside was crisp and the inside was soft. We had the ones with Cajun seasoning which were really good but the garlic fries are seriously over the top. When we return (yes, of course we will return) I think I just want garlic fries. Forget the burger I just want to eat those amazing fries. It's a good burger. Juicy, well cooked. Not overdone. The bread was not my favorite. Why does everyone insist on brioche buns? They don't really work for a cheeseburger. It is still a damned good burger. The only real problem is that it will occupy too much room in my stomach that could otherwise be filled with garlic fries. The dining room is a bit small. Let's call it intimate. The staff are wonderful. Go. Eat fries. Life is good.

If the prices were more reasonable, they'd have at least a 4-star review from me... but I was…read morescratching my head at how much I ended up spending here. Service was objectively fine but felt a little superficial... pacing of dishes was also off. Food was good, but again, underwhelming for the price. Parking is impossible in the location. Also... please make sure "Pinot noir" is spelled correctly on your chalk board...

Let me first say this, why hadn't I been to The Pine earlier? This restaurant is soooo good and in…read morea perfect location, Five Points! Pine Bar is a small restaurant that has a variety of wines, mixed drinks and tapas. There are 2 outdoor patios, one covered and one uncovered and in an inside too. They take reservations as well, but we came around 6pm on a Wednesday and they weren't too busy. By 6:30pm, it started to pick up though! We came specifically for the happy hour. Which is 5-7pm and they $15 bottled wines and $1 off raw oysters. We were promptly seated on the patio when we arrived, given water for us and our pup that had joined us. We started off with drinks and a dozen oysters, let me say these oysters were very good and they give you everything you need to eat with them. I wonder if the saltine crackers are homemade! Next we ordered 3 different tapas: the cauliflower, hummus and slider trio. All were super delicious! Overall my experience at The Pine Bar was spectacular and I'm pretty sure I'll be a regular in the future!