Fresh Air Barbeque

You will not be disappointed! HELLO BBQ! Nita has A+…read morecustomer service and bright smile, staff is positive and kind AND our meal was delicious. Don't miss the true southern collards.

Had the pork plate which is a small sandwich but good sized sides. For the price of the plate and…read moretea it is a bargain and is very tasty food. It looks Like a little bit of a hole in the wall but the food is excellent and the staff is doing a great job. Well worth a visit.

External picture as I was leaving. The classic BBQ joint!!

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Cool exterior as the sun was setting

Tamez BBQ

4.2(45 reviews)

5.2 mi

No more dollar taco Thursday's. New people at front counter looked confused when we asked about the…read moredollar tacos. They said the Watkinsville location was the only one doing dollar taco Thursday. We looked forward to making it a regular spot, but probably won't return. Service is decent and brisket tacos were good, but they normally aren't busy.

A change in ownership has led to poor service, mediocre food, and ridiculous prices for the amount…read moreyou get. The staff appear like they are uninterested in your business, the brisket is often fatty, and the half-filled tiny cup of salsa for your burrito (.50 cents for additional cup) is downright chintzy. Whenever you see the menu expand to include wings and flautqs, you know business is going downhill. The original Tamez was dynamite. Such a shame.

Out-building seating

Street Tacos

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White Tiger Gourmet

4.4(255 reviews)

4.6 mi

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.

Delicious vegan salad. The tofu was well seasoned, and the vegetables were sautéed and delicious…read more The service was good. They were out of chips and kindly substituted more delicious vegetables. The seating is cafe style with a cute, funky vibe.

BBQ Smoked Daily

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Boss Dawg BBQ

4.7(18 reviews)

2.5 mi

Amazing BBQ. Tied for first place (for me) in ribs & Brunswick stew. Fries are great, brisket is…read moregreat. Calling in orders is always quick and painless. Only thing that isn't great is they only serve their "full" menu Thursday-Sunday.

Great bbq! You can't go wrong with any of it. The smoked wings are phenomenal!!…read more Parking around back or on the side for bigger trucks and campers.

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Butt Hutt BBQ

3.3(141 reviews)

6.2 mi

Great Brunswick stew and Bbq Chicken . It'…read more....... Easy to order online and pick up

The food is always very good, BUTT the service leaves a lot to be desired. I have had issues…read moregetting through via the phone numerous times even when I have been sitting out in their parking lot and they are not busy. The ladies that work there are rarely communicative and there is never a greeting by anyone. I ordered food earlier this week and they forgot to put in a side item. I called them to let them know and the lady was genuinely apologetic. I asked if they could make a concession on my next order and she took my name and said she would have a manager call me. Never received a call which was service issue number two. So I placed an order today and proposed that they give a pint of Brunswick stew for free. When I arrived, again no greeting and the lady looked dead at me for several seconds. Maybe I don't fit the expected demographic to be served. A gentleman came out handed me my order and and said we replaced your okra from last time. I asked if they would make a concession and he said they couldn't. I don't buy that for a moment and won't be buying my favorite bbq here anymore due to the series of unprofessional mishaps and the lack of value as a customer. I also support the Boston butt drive they do every year with one of the local agencies here in town, BUTT that will no longer be the case. I'll miss you Butt Hutt.

Ribs, puller pork, baked beans and coleslaw

Dry rubbed wings and medium wings

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Brisket and ribs. Stew and green beans.

Mama's Boy

4.3(1k reviews)

3.8 mi

Everything here is great. Their biscuits are big and…read morefluffy, all other breakfast foods were delightful too. Cooked to order and served quickly. And Did you know chocolate cake is a breakfast food??? People are nice and attentive. Great diner vibes right off of UGA campus.

In town for a wedding but made sure we came pass for breakfast. Parking can get packed quick. The…read morewait was about 15-20 min, they ask that you look over the menu during that time so that you can order quickly once called upon for seating. The hostess was kind and jolly. The menu is pretty straightforward with classic dishes, it also includes lunch options. Several of the beverages include free refills as well. We ordered the salmon Benedict, French toast plate, and back and egg scramble. The food came out within about 20 min of ordering and being sat, in waves. The salmon cakes were a bit dry and could've used much more hollandaise, so the hot sauce really helped! And the poached egg was cooked well done so we missed out on the runny egg. The potatoes were nicely seasoned and the drop biscuits were so delicious. We cleaned the French toast plate! And the scramble was just OK--the side of grits were cooked just like at home. We'd absolutely come back and try a few more items.

Dining area view

Benedict eggs with salad for brunch

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Interior

South Kitchen + Bar

4.2(536 reviews)

3.8 mi

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!

I absolutely want to give this place more than 5 stars, and I would give them more but for one…read moremajor factor during our brunch this Sunday. As it is, I'd still give them a 4.75 stars for such a lovely experience. I would still say you NEED to eat here if you are here on Sunday! Just be warned to wear not slip shoes! They actually take reservations for Sunday brunch, so that's already a plus. When we were running a bit late, Indie was truly a joy to talk with, and she made the change without a hiccup! Once we got there, she was even more welcoming and got us seated in no time. Before I explain my concern, let me make it clear that we will certainly be back when we visit Athens! The location is so close to the UGA campus it's a no-brainer. There was plenty of street parking around, including handicap, so it's easy to get to. While the front entrance is almost hilariously plain and non-descript, the interior is really beautiful!! I felt like we walked into a The Great Gatsby. My daughter was tickled by the ever-changing ticker sign over the bar. Everyone loved the stained glass and deep colors. Even the bathrooms were like being at Grand Central Station in the 20's. And the food!!! We tried all the classic Southern Soul Food staples, and they did NOT disappoint! From the fried green tomatoes, to the shrimp & grits, to an enormous French Toast, they put their foot in it!! Bravo! I have to note that the fried chicken is truly crave-able--crispy, juicy, & flavorful!! The fried green tomatoes were cornbread crispy and delicious! Fair warning that they do have a bit of a bite to them, so check with your littles. We appreciated that they offered egg whites in any dish with eggs, but I wish there was a non-pork substitute for some dishes. There's a vegan selection, but it's just not the same, so we didn't try it. Maybe next time! I lived my goat cheese omelette, and the portion was big enough I got to take some home with me. Just wonderful food all around. The beignets were divine! And it ended up being my daughter's birthday dessert/app. And then we just kept ordering more. Cannot say enough great things about our server--and my mind goes blank because I wish I could remember her name!! She was great the entire time for our whole 9-top group. She kept the waters filled, she cleared plates along the way, she was welcoming and engaging, and we just all enjoyed being here because of it. While we waited for some of our party to arrive, we were directed to a beautiful lobby adjacent to the restaurant. Unfortunately, the floor was exceptionally slippery--like an oily kind of slippery that is not conducive to an 88-year-old using a walker kind of slippery. I was a little worried for my F & MIL. The elevator is so far from where we needed to be that it wasn't worth the risk, so we chose to go up the 2 steps at the front entrance. Luckily for us, everyone was able to move around with care this time.

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Beignets

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Scrolling happy hour sign.

Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

3.6(78 reviews)

9.3 mi

Easy location to get in and out of. Clean, well lit establishment. Staff friendly…read more We've been to Jim and Nicks other locations but first time here. Same food and look. We liked it before so gave it a try. Once again, we enjoyed it. Reasonably priced entrees; we had the pulled pork sandwiches with fries. We also tried the new brisket, mac and cheese balls for an appetizer. They were very good but felt a little pricey for just 4 balls (-1). Other than that a wonderful meal.

The pulled pork was decent--good flavor overall, though it had a bit more fat than I prefer…read more Ordering online made pickup super easy and convenient, which is a big plus if you're on the go. My only real wish is that sausage was on the menu, as that would round out the BBQ options nicely. Overall, a reliable spot for casual BBQ, especially for takeout.

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Sister's meal

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Open bar!!

Weaver D's

4.2(110 reviews)

3.6 mi

Nice big portions, tasty food and Reasonably priced!!…read moreWe got a coupon and thought we'd give it a try. Needless to say, it didn't disappoint. The chicken could have a tad bit more flavor, but I'm being picky!

Roadside America is how we found this place and it delivered! Named for an REM album in the town…read morewhere they're from, the food is good home-style southern cookin'. The fried chicken is probably the best I've had. The owner was friendly and says "automatic" instead of thank you, and seems to do a lot for the local community. Good food, cozy atmosphere. Was so worth the stop!

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Chicken: white w/squash casserole and collard greens

Scott's Bbq

5.0(3 reviews)

2.0 mi

BBQ is fantastic. Sauce is good. Sides are homemade. Real old fashioned Athens place. Run by Mr and…read moreMrs Scott. Make a pilgrimage..

This is the best bbq restaurant in town. I love hash and…read moreribs particularly, but all items on the menu are wonderful. Mr and Mrs Scott are great persons and welcome you nicely.

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William W.

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7 years ago

I'm retired military. I've spent many a deployment eating C-Rats out of a can...much better than the food at this place. My standards aren't very high but to call this place's food dog food, does a disservice to dog food. Disgusting and inedible. I literally threw that mess in the trash and went to Burger King. read more

Thomas G.

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4

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6 years ago

This is not BBQ, so very sad. I am starting to think there is no such thing as true southern bbq. The pork was pre cooked and ordered off a truck not cooked in house. The stew was so watered down you could eat it through a slaw. Not sure how they are staying open. read more

Cristina S.

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4

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3 years ago

Love the food and the service! They have the best hospitality and make sure everything is great!

Beau S.

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98

13 years ago

It's ok.

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