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    The Old Pal

    4.1 (25 reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE OLD PAL ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Steve is a great bartender and host!
    Gary S.

    If you come to Athens to visit and want to go to a place where it's not obnoxious college crowd.....This is the place! Old Pal is one of Athens few "Grown Man Bars". Great bartenders and great atmosphere that is located in Normal Town Athens.

    Inside of bar...great vibe!
    Anna A.

    First time here, good music, great service! Would love to try a pop up restaurant night.

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    6 years ago

    Wonderful bar. Great cocktails and friendly chat with Zack, the knowledgeable bar keep. Both cocktails I tried were just what I was wanting.

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    12 years ago

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    10 years ago

    The Old Pal is a great neighborhood bar that I would unreservedly recommend to anyone. Good music, friendly staff. Nice joint.

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    9 years ago

    By far the best mixed drinks ever!!! Everything is made from scratch with the freshest ingredients! Our number 1 place to enjoy a drink!!

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    10 years ago

    It doesnt take itself too seriously, it's a bar. The place was clean, bartender clever, good beer and soccer on the tv.

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    Great little divey place for Cincinnati-style chili and sandwiches &…read more beer choices are good. Locals know it well -it's been serving the neighborhoods around Normaltown for decades-and it looks the part., Food: 5 stars for their Cincinnati-style chili on French fries , by the bowl, or with hotdogs. Sandwiches are always good size and tasty. We like their Reuben and Rachel as well as the various BLT's. Food is a strong point. Service : Staff are very pleasant and the service is quick. Facility: 2- star (Sorry-but it's true) Old interior, but they have attempted to keep it serviceable. The bathrooms are a good reason to use hand sanitizer instead of washing your hands, IMHO. Lots of various beer cans for decor. Location: Very conveniently located on main thoroughfare just outside Athens in Normaltown between the hardware store and the Mexican restaurant. A few parking spaces on the street, more in the rear.

    Today was my 2nd time ever coming into the Hi-Lo Lounge. It's a nice neighborhood dive bar on…read morePrince Avenue in Normaltown. The French Dip has to be the best one I've ever had! The fries are hand cut and perfectly seasoned. Last time I was here, I had their chili and I will admit, it's better than mine! That's saying a lot! Great beer selection of local brews. The staff behind the bar is very friendly and attentive. The only downside is that parking is not great with street parking is the only option. It was worth circling the block a few times before I got a spot! Can't wait to try another one of their awesome comfort food specialties!

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    Double Cheese Burger. Available Sunday Nights

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