My husband is sick of me saying "Larrys" when he asks what I want for dinner. I'd give anything to…read morelive 20 minutes closer bc the forty minute drive isn't in the cards for him. Their subs are second to none in the area.

I was in the Athens area and heard this was a great sandwhich spot. Me and my friends went here to…read morestart our New Year's Eve and it did not disappoint. The sandwich itself was great and the customer service was even better. Great spot 83/100

Ordered a pork sandwich, a chicken taco, and mac and cheese. Writing this while eating it,…read moreabsolutely delish. I wish I would've gotten their names, but the people working were absolutely lovely. I came towards closing and they sent me home with a brownie and banana pudding. My trip there was the highlight of my day today :)

I've been wanting to come here because I didnt know what to expect from the pictures. It seems to…read morehave been an old corner store, repurposed into a little casual restaurant. Interior design is quirky with character. I find it charming! Pretty solid place for a pulled pork plate, nothing crazy special but its good. Came with two sides and some bread. I got the mac and cheese and the banana pudding. My favorite was the banana pudding. Great thick creamy texture and outstanding flavor.

Store is crammed full of fanciful and useful kitchen, service, table/drink ware and hosting items…read moreand gifts. But let me tell you about the food and coffee. My husband and I arrived at our Airbnb ill prepared for the morning. Our kitchen was equipped with a Keurig and some K- cups. We are such that we will decline K-cups and forge on to find good coffee. Off to a rough start in Normal Town Athens we happened to walk past Athens Cooks with cafe tables filled with good looking food and happy patrons on the outside and the smell of coffee inside--Rich smelling coffee. My husband had a double espresso which was pulled perfectly and I had a beautiful cortado served in a delightful, little glass. The was perfect and well worth the wait as it was now basically lunch time. We shared a fabulous pastrami sandwich with pickled beets, Gouda, and arugula and a cup of the freshest, crispest, most flavorful watermelon gazpacho I have ever had. I think I might be ruined. The staff were friendly and helpful. On the inside is a very large shared dining table which seems to be a fun place to gather. The menu is inventive for lunch and the food is well prepared. I will return when back in Athens and highly recommend.

I will never buy anything from this cafe again (they claim to be a kitchen store but seem to have…read moreabandoned that purpose long ago). I went in to buy an electric kettle. The one I was seeking was too heavy for me, but I wanted to buy local so I chose a different, more expensive one. The only color they had in store was baby blue, so I agreed to buy a red one from their warehouse, paying upfront. When I picked it up the salesperson (same one who sold it to me), handed me a shopping bag and sent me on my way. I trusted them and didn't look in the bag. Thirty minutes later, a $267 tea kettle is rattling around my trunk. No box, no paperwork, nothing. The salesperson handed me the bag without saying anything!! Any reputable business would let you know the situation, perhaps offer a discount, and give you a choice about whether you still wanted the item. I returned the item and will never be back again. When this business goes down, they will only have their own questionable business practices and poor customer service to blame. (btw, their breakfasts are super oily and disgusting)

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.

Nice little sandwich lunch stop for sure…read more Enjoyable outside seating. It's that Athens feeling of enjoying outdoor dining for sure. Service was good. They bring your meal out to you, you are responsible for getting your drink there. Definitely be back for sure.

Amazing experience! Love the food and chicken salad. My go to for lunch with a girlfriend !read more

Delightful place that is practically empty on Sunday afternoon. Relaxing atmosphere for study,…read moreconversation, and contemplation. Oolong tea was perfectly prepared and served. The roast beef sandwich was outstanding.

after reading all the reviews, I went to this cafe (store), I was very surprised by so many…read morenegative reviews, because I really liked it, the coffee and sandwich were great, the ambiance the service was great, the girl who served me was very friendly and nice (whose brother cooks Slavic food), I am pleasantly surprised that Ahens GA has such cool spots, I will definitely come back again P.S. I would only like more pastries, because there were no sweet pastries at lunch, I sincerely recommend it :)

This place is awesome! They have such a diverse menu and the ambiance is lovely. Great place to eat…read moreoutside. I had the Mozzarella Tomato Basil sandwich with a cup of Tomato Soup and it was all so flavorful and fresh! The BLT looked amazing and I definitely want to try that next time!

Nice spot. Cool patio. Brunch all week. I've been twice. The patio is very shady and dogs are…read morewelcomed.

Easy place to grab a nice lunch and enjoy outside. Order at the counter and they bring food out…read more I had salad and pizza and beer. They also sell bottles of wine and cocktails. Family friendly easy place to meet friends for a relaxed meal.

So happy we found this place! The pizzas are big single-serve size. Excellent crust, sauce and…read more toppings. The salads are very fresh and not over-dressed. Also great dessert if you have room or you can take it home for later. Lots of outdoor seating with plenty of shade. Nice folks, pretty quick, and a good vibe.