They've been slingin' chicken for decades from Miller's on the West Side of Athens. They have a…read moremorning crowd of people who work with their hands loading up on breakfast sandwiches and then a steady stream until the 7pm close. So don't get a hankering for the best chicken tenders (each one is essentially a whole flattened breast) or the more old school offerings like fried hearts, gizzards, or livers. You can get those in bulk and you might ask who would ever...? My high school crew does once a year when the loser of our previous year's fantasy football league caters the next year's draft, that's who. The reason to go is the fried chicken but you can order skinless if you want to behave. They also sell biscuits and multiple sizes of cole slaw, mashed potatoes and gravy, and potato salad. You can dine in at one of probably ten tables and a surprising number of people do. But for me it is about a bucket and some sides for a picnic or that quick decision when plans to make dinner at home go sideways. Parking for 10 or so cars available in front and it is rarely full for long if at all. As a college town, Athens' restaurant scene typically caters to the students. And Miller's is definitely student friendly. But while the students flock to the latest thing (new Cane's on Court Street) the locals know that Miller's is Athens true chicken king. The family business has earned loyalty over the generations. And just know, if you are back in Athens looking for some chicken nostalgia in late summer, make sure you don't land on County Fair Week in August. That is the one week a year they are closed at Miller's.

Amazing fried chicken! Service was good and atmosphere just like a diner! Mac and cheese definitely…read moreworth getting!

Service was good, but what a rip off. I paid $22 for 2oz of Makers Mark…read more R

Tony and I got back into West Virginia last night and decided to stay over in Huntington at the…read moreHilton's Doubletree Hotel. We decided to have a low key late dinner in the bar there. It is very nice and extremely large. Great for a large reunion or wedding function. We ordered some chicken cheese quesadillas and some hot chicken wings with Tony getting a few Budweisers and then I ordered my usual Unsweetened Tea with Lemon & Lime. The food and service was very good Definitely recommend to all

Food was perfectly fine..........but it was so small it was embarrassing…read more Boneless wings shouldn't be 1/2 the size of standard chicken nuggets. It's a college spot, so I understand pricing is important, but this was a bit over the top.

This place came to the rescue last night. It was 9 pm and my friends and I were in desperate need…read moreof some food. Most other places were closed, so we were happy to find the doors open and great smells coming from the back. One of my friends ordered a chicken bacon ranch wrap while my other friend and I split a 6 tender meal with a side of the garlic parm tator tots. Everything was delicious and we got like 9 chicken tenders in the meal. The bbq was perfect balance of sweet and tangy and the tator tots were amazing. This place gave us exactly what we needed! The person behind the counter was also very nice and worked quickly for us.

Awesome wings! Love this place. They'll forever be the best wings in the area!…read more Only reason I don't give it five stars is that the bathrooms are incredibly tight and outside the place can be very sketchy.

Great place to grub at! Only downside is all the lot lizards out and about!…read more M

I love hot wings. I want this restaurant to succeed as I support locally owned restaurants. But,…read morein three trips they've always been out of something. Friday, they were out of pickles, which was the only veggie on the chicken sandwich. No problem, thanks for letting me know, I went somewhere else and came back today. Ordered my food, and no mention of the pickle shortage. Great! Then after I paid, the cashier says "we were out of pickles." I figure I will give it a shot anyway. The pickles would have helped, but they wouldn't have saved the sandwich. I wasn't a big fan. The patty wasn't a breast but a preformed patty with the consistency of a chicken nugget, fairly dry. Even fast food places aren't serving this type of preformed patty anymore. When I go to a local restaurant and pay $12 for a sandwich and fries, I'm expecting something fresher and more closely resembling food than this. I am not giving up on The Wing Place but they really need to overhaul what they are doing if they want to be successful.

attentive great communication ready for customers and very informative in regards to menu ordered…read moredry rub chicken freshly made and tossed in front of u

What we ordered: 7 Piece Wild Wings and pretzel bites and beer cheese…read more10 piece hot wings Friend shrimp Grilled chicken salad 1 beer Sweet tea Diet Coke Price: $62 for all Overall thoughts: comfortable atmosphere, great food for a good price, and friendly staff! Would return again if I'm in town. PRESENTATION & CREATIVITY- I believe all food is art. This meal was presented nicely on trays. QUALITY & TASTE- Everyone has their own opinion of preferences of taste. This meal was tasty and not too spicy. The beer cheese and pretzels were so good!! SERVICE & HOSPITALITY- One aspect of a great experience at an establishment is the service of the staff. At this location, the staff was very friendly. We told them it was our first time there and they explained their menu and gave us recommendations. VARIETY OF OPTIONS- Some establishments offer very diverse menu. At this establishment, they had a huge menu! However, if you are trying to eat healthier you may only find a few options. BANG FOR YOUR BUCK? Is this too expensive for the quality of food? It was worth it! I'd return again if I am back in town. EXTRA NOTES: Good parking lot Near Lowes Lots of TVs High bar tables and booths available.

The wings were Luke warm, tots tasted like cooked in old oil. Wife's nacho had very little pork on…read moreit. Server was slow and more concerned about tables with only men at them.

I'm typically in Circleville once or twice a year. My wife likes to attend a big quilt show at…read moreOhio Christian University and I usually ride along. During a previous visit to Circleville, thanks to a Yelp recommendation, we discovered the Thirsty Parrot and loved it. Truth be known, a return visit to the Thirsty Parrot is my motivation to "ride along". My wife loved their bourbon chicken last time and had the same thing this time. I went with the gyro - available in several varieties, including traditional gyro meat or bourbon chicken. I had it with gyro meat and a small order of fries. The gyro was delicious and the small order of fries was an extremely generous portion. BTW - they've got some of the best fries I've had. We'll definitely be back next year.

While passing through Circleville (or "Roundtown" as the locals proudly call it), we needed a place…read moreto grab a bite. Being an Elite Yelper, I did what I always do--I opened Yelp to see what the locals were recommending. One of the top-rated spots was The Thirsty Parrot, so we decided to check it out. We arrived between the lunch and dinner crowds, so the place was nice and quiet. There was one customer enjoying a drink at the bar, and we were the only ones dining in. Our bartender, who also took care of our table, welcomed us with a smile and told us to sit wherever we liked. We grabbed a booth by the window and immediately noticed the fun atmosphere. Think Jimmy Buffett meets a tropical tiki bar, with colorful décor that makes you feel like you're on vacation instead of in central Ohio. The menu is pretty much what you'd expect from a neighborhood bar and grill--burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, and a few house specialties. Before we came, I'd noticed that the bourbon chicken gets mentioned over and over in Yelp reviews. Then I spotted something that caught my eye: a Bourbon Chicken Gyro. As a former chef, I'm always looking for the dish that's a little outside the norm, so that sealed the deal. The gyro comes in either a quarter-pound or half-pound size. I wasn't messing around, so I ordered the half-pound with lettuce, tomato, onions, and tzatziki sauce, plus a side of their hand-cut fries. My wife decided it sounded too good to pass up, so she ordered the quarter-pound version--just hold the onions--and we split the fries. When the food arrived, everything was fresh and piping hot. The bourbon chicken was tender, flavorful, and surprisingly delicious wrapped up in a gyro. It's not something you see every day, and it absolutely worked. The hand-cut fries were good too, although I would've liked them just a little crispier. That's a personal preference more than a complaint. Before we left, we had a chance to chat briefly with the owner, who thanked us for stopping in. Those little interactions always leave a lasting impression. Even though it was a slow time of day, it was easy to see why this place earns consistently good reviews. Friendly people, reasonable prices, and solid food are a recipe for success. If you're passing through Circleville and looking for a casual place with good food, friendly service, and a laid-back island vibe, put The Thirsty Parrot on your list. I know we'll stop back the next time we're in Roundtown.

Food was so good! I had a mushroom burger! Best ever. The southwest salad Is fantastic also…read more Server Hannah takes very good care of us each time we are there! I'm trying to figure out why we don't go more often, that will be changing.

The mac and cheese was okay and the fries were good. That's all I can rate unfortunately because…read morethe only person in my family that received food was my 2 year old (table of 5). After an hour of waiting I asked about my order and was informed that the ticket was never put in the system. They also tried to hide the fact that the order was never put in until I pressed them. Isolated incident? Maybe. Doesn't changed the fact that they wasted over an hour of my time.

Army Buddies stationed overseas together came down for Memorial Day weekend…read more We ordered several pounds of Smoked Meat, Mac and Cheese, and Coleslaw- Outstanding- Fun Time had by All. Five Star eats.......

Nice little spot, especially after the Hocking Hills Train, literally right next door! Nice menu…read moreselection, generous portions & prices!!

The place is so fun to watch games at! Love hanging out with friends there. First choice, great…read morefood and so many choices. The people there are so nice and have always been kind when getting our orders.

Giant wings. Amazing cauliflower appetizer. Caesar salad had way too much dressing on it, couldn't…read moreeat it. But the highlight of my visit was my server Abby. She was so beyond sweet, treating me with such kindness even though I was there by myself. Would come back just to be served by her again. Thank you Abby!!