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    4.6 (154 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Kia B.

    My best friend and I were in town visiting her daughter at UGA. We decided to try a restaurant that doesn't exist back home. I'm giving it 4 stars because the food is healthy and fresh. Flavor however, is lacking. I was underwhelmed. That's the only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars. I didn't realize the broccoli would be cold. That also threw me off. It was empty when we arrived and we were served immediately. The environment was a bit stale but only because the place was empty. If you enjoy minimal seasoning, you will love it here. I liked it, but I didn't love it.

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    Bob J.

    Like a healthier Chipotle! Lots of delicious, fresh options! My bowl was so delicious! I loved the unique combination of flavors and unique offerings. The only thing that I didn't love was the peach tea.

    Tofu with Black Bean Salad (served cold) and Kale Salad (served cold) over Salad Greens
    John B.

    This is a local chain that has a second location in Athens and one somewhere in Atlanta. It's a fast casual bowl place, but unlike a lot of these it really emphasizes Southern style flavors. It's also notably vegetarian and vegan-friendly. Indeed, in addition to green or grain options to start my bowl, various side options that were mostly plant-based, I had two very different protein options. Considering the tofu which was described as being flavored with nutritional yeast and tamari, I thought that this would either be really basic or mouthwateringly delicious. It turns out that it was lightly blackened and quite addictive. My kale and bean salad were also quite good. This is a nice place to eat inside or outside. The parking lot is small and was quite busy while I was there but there are no other businesses immediately around and there are other parking spots. My big negative was that the salad I started my bowl with was really not much, and the size of a bowl for the price was not quite what I'd hoped, particularly for this being in a college town. The stuff in the bowl was interesting and delicious and quite good for most diets.

    The Maepole entrance.
    Cor V.

    This was an amazing stop for Vegan take out while we were in Athens. I came for moral support, but I was also intrigued as to what Vegan options are available. Apparantly the Fritters Plate is the best one. After some hesitation and needing to read the various choices, I ordered the Pork Plate. Two scoops of a mashed sweet potato and a macaroni and savory long cut green beans and the pulled salty pork is heaped on top. A nice looking 'to go' bowl. I wanted my sauces on the side and received a scriracca red blend, and an oily Ginger concoction. The red one is much better. Maepole is a great sounding name for serving up comfort foods. A quick use of a clean RR and we are back on the road. I had a filling Maepole meal once we got home.

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    Cristina M.

    This place is like a Chiptole but healthier. From mostly vegan and veggie options with alternatives like chicken and pork, you can't go wrong here. I placed an online order and picked it up and the only reason I knocked a star was because they messed up my order. It would have been okay if I had not been picking up for my co-workers. They gladly fixed the issue and I got to keep the wrong order too. I love their chicken, sweet potatoes and their brussell salad! I did not care much for their mac and cheese, it seemed a little sour. I will be back to try more options.

    Eating the boxcar again w chicken instead of pork, tasting great as always. Will always choose this over the fast food that I have by my work

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    Great customizable bowl options. Clean and reasonably priced with a smile on the employees face

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    Food great concept unlike any other. Natural food is the best thing. Service is fast and simple.

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    Best and healthiest quick food ever. Consistency and great customer service plus you'll feel great after eating here.

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    The food is really good, service is geat,and the ambiance is great. I am addicted to the hibiscus drink can't go with out lol.

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    The food is great here. The service is good and it is so nice to sit outside and enjoy their wonderful food!

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    First time there. Really good food. Service was very friendly. Will be back again soon. Would recommend to those who like good food.

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    We had a fantastic experience at South Kitchen + Bar! We started with drinks--a frozen chocolate…read moremartini (absolutely decadent!) and a few beers. Great spot to celebrate our graduate! Go DAWGS! The real standout of the meal was the duck fat tater tots. These were sinfully delicious. They were crispy, rich, and easily one of the best appetizers I've had in a long time. They include three different dips We visited during lunch service, and everyone in our group enjoyed their meals. The portions were generous, especially considering the price, and the overall quality was excellent. If you're looking for a great lunch spot with memorable bites and solid service, South Kitchen + Bar is definitely worth the visit!

    I'd give this a 4.5 if I could! I had a few hiccups with timing, but the flavors and the proactive…read moreservice recovery made it a place worth returning to. The ambiance was also a vibe. The food: I went with the Fried Chicken Blue Plate. Between the regular and the Nashville Hot, the Nashville was the winner--flavorful and moist without being overwhelming with the spice. Huge shoutout to my server for suggesting the brussel sprouts; that glaze is incredible and they were easily my favorite part of the plate. The mashed sweet potatoes were unique--I'm still debating if I liked them or loved them. The jalapeño cornbread was a bit sweet for my taste but on par with most restaurant cornbread. The mac & cheese wasn't bad, but also didn't do much for me like most restaurant mac & cheese. The cocktail: Do not sleep on Nana's Naissance. I wasn't sure what to expect from the ingredients, but it's like an elevated take on Rumchata. The service: I was seated at the bar and experienced a noticeable delay--a group that arrived well after me almost finished their meal before mine arrived. However, the waitress acknowledged the wait before I even had to mention it and made things right. I really appreciate that kind of proactive service. We're all human, and they handled the situation very professionally.

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    Five and Ten

    Five and Ten

    3.9
    (177 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    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.

    I've been wanting to go to Five and Ten for about a year and it did not disappoint! We sat outside…read moreon the porch. At first, I thought I was sad I wasn't sitting inside because the inside is so gorgeous. But the ambience on the porch was absolutely perfect. I did go inside and check out all the rooms. Our servers were great and all the food was delicious. The pimento cheese is so good! Do not miss it! The Cornbread and butter was fabulous! We had the steak, the pork chop, the gnocchi and a smash burger. And everything was AWESOME!

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    One of the many rooms in this house.  Our table for 2 was by a window.
    One of the many rooms in this house. Our table for 2 was by a window.
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    Clocked

    3.8
    (490 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    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.

    I was in town to see a show at the 40 Watt. Downtown Athens always has a good meal to be found…read moresomewhere. Today I wanted to have a burger. Some of the more well known places down here I don't like so much for one reason or another. I have been walking past Clocked for years an never tried it. Well, today was going to be the day! I was seated quickly by a friendly staffer. The vibe here is Athens collage restaurant. Which I like. Rather than a burger today I chose the Chicago dog with some cheese fries. This is not a Chicago dog, the bun was toasted and not soft with poppy seeds. Bit it was good. The fries were freshly cooked, crispy, and hot. Cheese sauce was excellent. I go to a 40 Watt or Foundry show about once a month. I will be back to Clocked again to try a burger. I like this place.

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    Cajun tots and sweet potato fries
    Cajun tots and sweet potato fries
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    The Pine Bar

    The Pine Bar

    3.9
    (87 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    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!

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    The Pine Bar
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