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The World Famous

4.2 (104 reviews)
ModerateMusic Venues, Bars
Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 3 weeks ago

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THE WORLD FAMOUS ATMOSPHERE

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Live music
Hipster
Casual
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Chris A.

This funky, artsy place was a great choice to have a couple drinks after lunch at Dawg Gone Good BBQ, which is just up the street. Just look for the sign that says "This Is It." It has a great beer selection, and it's full bar, so they have all of your booze groups covered. I chose my usual Makers rocks with a Creature Comforts Tropicalia. I ordinary detest IPA's, but I friend who knows I hate IPAs recommended it. It was a good choice. The bartender did a great job and handled two rounds more or less perfectly. I can't yet speak to how the place is crowd wise at night, but it was nice and chill when I stopped in with just a couple of apparent regulars. It was basically perfect for my purpose. The prices were very reasonable. Cheers!

Alison L.

Love the drinks there! I didn't eat this time, but a sweet atmosphere with great music! The big room felt hot to me. Needed AC or fans.

Me havana good time

Very eclectic and low key atmosphere. I highly recommend the Robert Van Winkle or the Pata De Cabra if you're into that sort of thing. I had the General Tso's with chicken and it was out of this world. :D Try the french fries with a side of liberace sauce if you know what I mean!!!! Remember to tip your barber! And have fun time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Casual vibe, great drinks, and when you're there you're in Athens so what could be better? If you're looking for a dive bar to call home this is it.

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Tien B.

I've always heard good things about this place so I decided to check it out. There is no sign out front that indicated that we were at the right place so we had to ask around. We came in and it was packed, not because there was a lot of people but because the place was tiny. As first time go-ers we didn't know if it was "seat yourself" or "wait to be seated" so we sat there confused for a little bit until we went to a bartender, where they asked us if we wanted a menu. It seems like you order your food and drinks then you find a place to sit. Seating was limited so we sat on two high chairs with a low table that was very uncomfortable. We ordered Poutine and steamed buns. Poutine was mid--very salty but that's normal. Steamed buns were also mid and we think the pork was the same as poutine. I would go more for the vibes than the food and drinks. I personally wouldn't come here again just because it wasn't my vibe but I would recommend to those who like very hipster, "lowkey", places

Cuban sandwich egg rolls
Carlie M.

I was impressed with this place. They have a great menu selection (both food and drink). I had trouble deciding what to order because it all sounded amazing. I settled on the Cuban sandwich egg rolls which were amazing. They normally come with plantain chips, but unfortunately they were out. They have an awesome cocktail list and great beer selection. A very Athens vibe for sure.

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Found out that this place was frequented by the B52s so I had to come. What a cool vibe. Great drink selection.

Pork steamed buns
Jade J.

This place was so cool! The menu was so diverse and sounded so yummy, easy and fast service. This place is usually busy but we caught it on a weekend where alot of people were out of town! I got the pork steamed buns, they were so yummy and the buns were actually boas. We got the pretzels for an appetizier and it was so simple yet so tasty, probs my favorite part of the meal. For destert I got a honey pop, super refreshing and a sweet treat!!! A little bit expensive for the produt imo. Overall such a cool young vibe, super good food. You need to go more than once!!

Poutine - with braised pork

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This is a really great bar with great cocktails. Their food is also pretty good, and it's a great place for a late-night, drunk snack.

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I was turned on to this place my by boyfriend and his sister,and absolutely love it!!!! Sooo yummy

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If you are looking for the best hot wings look no further world-famous got the best wings in Georgia

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10 years ago

This place has the best margaritas in town. I love their pork belly tacos as well. NUM NUM

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Excellent food and great drink menu. Get the fried pickled okra and chicken and waffles sandwich.

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Dooley’s Bar & Grill

Dooley’s Bar & Grill

4.3
(9 reviews)
0.2 mi

Maybe we went on an off night?…read more Family of five went by for dinner. Online reviews looked good and the menu posted at the door looked good. The bartender greeted us when we walked in and let us know to order our food at the bar. She was friendly. We ordered an appetizer of fried cheese curds, two chicken parm melts, chicken tacos, Dooley drip, and a chicken tender meal. The total was $97 with sodas, $120 after tip. They brought out a chicken parm and chicken tacos first. I got the chicken tacos and noticed that they smelled really bad. I took one bite and couldn't decide if it was the chicken or the sauce that was so bad. They honestly smelled like somebody with terrible body odor. Two other people at our table tried it and nobody liked it. We only managed to eat one of the three tacos. Everybody was laughing that I picked the wrong entree. Then our appetizer arrived and later the rest of the food. The chicken parm melts also had a bad taste and smell. I ate a very small piece of chicken from the chicken parm and couldn't eat any more of it. Only half of one chicken parm melt was ate between the three people that tried it. The Dooley Drip was liked and ate along with cheese curds. Unfortunately our son didn't try his chicken tenders as the other chicken didn't taste good. After we had given up on the chicken parm's, the tenders and the tacos we mostly just snacked on the fries. We did take the left overs home thinking that we may eat them later but while walking to the vehicle everybody agreed that they weren't touching them so we tossed them in a trashcan.

Chicken parm sandwich is really good. A bit spicy. Place is kinda surprisingly priceyread more

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Buffalo chicken wrap, it came w/a side but I didn't want one. It was really good! Will get it again!

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Buffalo chicken wrap, it came w/a side but I didn't want one. It was really good! Will get it again!
Hi-Lo Lounge

Hi-Lo Lounge

4.5
(71 reviews)
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Great little divey place for Cincinnati-style chili and sandwiches &…read more beer choices are good. Locals know it well -it's been serving the neighborhoods around Normaltown for decades-and it looks the part., Food: 5 stars for their Cincinnati-style chili on French fries , by the bowl, or with hotdogs. Sandwiches are always good size and tasty. We like their Reuben and Rachel as well as the various BLT's. Food is a strong point. Service : Staff are very pleasant and the service is quick. Facility: 2- star (Sorry-but it's true) Old interior, but they have attempted to keep it serviceable. The bathrooms are a good reason to use hand sanitizer instead of washing your hands, IMHO. Lots of various beer cans for decor. Location: Very conveniently located on main thoroughfare just outside Athens in Normaltown between the hardware store and the Mexican restaurant. A few parking spaces on the street, more in the rear.

Today was my 2nd time ever coming into the Hi-Lo Lounge. It's a nice neighborhood dive bar on…read morePrince Avenue in Normaltown. The French Dip has to be the best one I've ever had! The fries are hand cut and perfectly seasoned. Last time I was here, I had their chili and I will admit, it's better than mine! That's saying a lot! Great beer selection of local brews. The staff behind the bar is very friendly and attentive. The only downside is that parking is not great with street parking is the only option. It was worth circling the block a few times before I got a spot! Can't wait to try another one of their awesome comfort food specialties!

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