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    Maepole Epps Bridge

    4.3 (22 reviews)
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    Thomas R.

    I've been a frequent customer of the Maepole North Athens location since I was a wee college freshman six years ago, so hearing that they opened another Maepole on Epps Bridge was exhilarating. My boyfriend and I stumbled in after the host at the breakfast joint across the parking lot tricked us with the old "30 minute wait that turns in to an hour and a half" trick, so we were hungry and, now being 1:00pm, no longer in the mood for breakfast. Needless to say, Maepole rose to the occasion. Well, rose to the occasion as best as a the minimalist style of Maepole possibly can. The new location was cute, the service was good, and the food, as always, was healthy and delicious. Considering the initial plan for the morning was strawberry shortcake french toast, I think our stomachs thanked us.

    Nina D.

    Healthy, great variety of good for you food. I loved the sweet potato mash. I enjoyed the different sauces. The kimchi was very spicy!

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    10 months ago

    I ordered from the Epps Bridge location in Athens, Ga. Great food, fast pickup, but my cookie was missing!

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    The food is always fantastic and made quickly. It's my favorite lunch spot in Athens!

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    Thank you for your review! We can’t wait to see you again soon.

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    the food was ready on time for our pickup. it was all neatly packaged. all that we had ordered was correct and yummy!

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    2 years ago

    Awesome Service and Food. Generous Scoops as well. Try Sweet Potatoes with Tumeric and Ginger sauce!!!

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    3 years ago

    Great takes on traditional southern fair. Definitely recommend. I don't know why reviews need 85 characters. This is annoying.

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    Wonderful staff and wonderful food! Best place for a healthy meal on a budget. Everyone is so helpful and knowledgeable.

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    On my first stop in I got a greens and sweet potato base with roasted potatoes and Mac n cheese for sides.

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