Restaurants in Athens

“Excellent selection of coffee, tea and many other drinks. The atmosphere is so relaxing and welcoming.”

“Excellent food, great prices, clean and friendly.”

“Fantastic meals at great pricing. Will become a regular!”

“Took my father out for breakfast this morning and had the nicest server. She was super friendly and had a great recommendation on what to get. I had the breakfast burger and dad had the biscuit stack. The food was great and very generous portions. When we left, Dad forgot his cell phone on the table. We only knew that because our server came running out of the door as we got to our vehicle. Unfortunately, I didn't remember her name but we are very thankful and will definitely be back.”

“We love the food! The staff is always so friendly and helpful too. Order the lamb shahi kurma and mixed naan!”

“As someone who is veg, and wants to enjoy a dog, this was the itch to scratch. Great food and felt very inviting. The crew working were slammed with a busy day and were super friendly.”

“If you have not tried this place yet, do it! Amazing food!”

“I infrequently get to the Athens area, but always get a take and bake pepperoni or margarita pizza. ***** 5 star rating.”

“Had their Thanksgiving Leftovers for the first time this weekend, DELICIOUS!!”

“The food is amazing! I highly recommend the brussel sprouts appetizer. Everything was great from the service, the atmosphere, to my Stabby Cat beer. We will definitely be back.”

“What a great little place! Great food, and fun times.”

“One of the coolest places we’ve eaten! Great four course meal!!! Wait staff knowledgeable and very good at her job! Only tip is too make a reservation:)”

“Mayberry Corner! Great food and drinks too!!”

“Great beer at Jackie O's Taproom”

“so the waiter was really sweet & very attentive I believe his name was Malik!! my friend & I saw him tend to several tables with a smile on his face. the food was so good. I had the vegetarian omelette. the drinks are really good too! if you want to try something new, I would recommend!! 🫶”

“Always love visiting Jackie O’s when I visit my son in Athens! Great food, great beer, great atmosphere, and great service!”

“I’m originally from Cleveland and had a local Chinese restaurant I’d been loyal to for years. When it closed, I was honestly heartbroken and didn’t think I’d find anything that compared. I decided to give this place a try, and I’m so glad I did. The sweet and sour chicken was even better than my old favorite back home. The hot and sour soup was a little different from what I’m used to, but I loved the spice level and the generous amount of mushrooms. I’ll definitely be coming back, this spot might just become my new go-to!”

“We love Ginger Asian Kitchen! I rolled in a little late tonight, just before close, and the staff was amazing! Thank you so much for making our order, we love your food!”

“My wife and I came here for a birthday/ anniversary dinner. We r from Michigan and have never heard of this place. I am so glad we decided to eat here, to start there was no wait for a table, staff is super friendly and professional and well trained in hospitality, the food was perfectly cooked, seasoned, and presented properly. My steak was cooked perfectly, very quality and flavorful meat, my wife's bacon cheeseburger was delicious and perfectly seasoned and prepared. Our waiter was amazing he ensured we had no needs for our meal. The price was fair for what we got, which was an amazing dinner experience. Don't forget about dessert, chocolate cake and creme brulee paradise.”

“Really great meal,they were very busy. I enjoyed the Pork & Shallot dumplings,and Green beans and pork”

“Would like to say that everything about our night was speedy. from getting seated to getting our meals. Everything was absolutely superb. And would like to give a huge shout out to our waitress Olivia. She was absolutely amazing, and she really showed that she cared about her patrons. She was definitely one of the better waitresses we have had in a long while. Keep it up Athens Ohio Texas Roadhouse!!!”

“We found this restaurant on trip advisor. It didn’t disappoint. We started with the carrot and ginger soup and the red pepper soup. Both were excellent. We had the specials: Chicken Curry and Lamb Meatball curry. Both were scrumptious and filling. We had dessert too! Baklava and the chocolate torte. You get a very small piece of baklava. It was very good, but you could tell it was probably frozen. The torte was good, but could use more raspberry sauce. Highly recommend this restaurant”

“good beer, nice atmosphere and friendly staff. cheers!”

“I just happened to park near this business to take a walk and do some geocaching and decided up on my return to grab some lunch, what a great decision! The best liver and gizzards I have ever had! Great little place for sure, they also had some delicious looking pies.”

“I love how they do a Flavor of the Week every week :) Plus it’s a nice & quiet place, typically not too busy (not always the case), and the staff is kind.”

“The food, the servers, the atmosphere, all amazing. I can be a food snob, and Purple Chopstix is one of the best places I have ever eaten.”

“I don’t get over to this part of the country often, but when I do, this is a must-visit restaurant. Queer-friendly, great food, and a welcoming environment.”

“It's pretty darn rootin tootin. Get your coffee here!!”

“Amazing food and service! Has to be the best pho we have ever had. The beef broth was definitely homemade and tasted so good. The noodles were perfect as well. 100% recommend this place for anyone looking for good comfort food.”

“My wife went to school at Ohio University... and we were in town with 5 other friends for four days enjoying the local roads (on our motorcycles) and enjoying the town every afternoon and evening.

A very welcoming bar with great bartenders and great drink choices... especially the draft list.

We were there mid-afternoon for beers and darts. Open mic started up soon after we arrived and that was pretty good... although pretty loud considering that there were only six of us in the place -- coulda dialed it back a bit.

We'll be back.”

“excellent comfort food, service, and drinks!”

“The service and quality were outstanding. A great selection… The perfect place for lunch in downtown Athens.”

“Great gluten free selection! Awesome staff who was patient with our little family as we figured out what to order 😵‍💫 - thank you! Everything was delicious!”

“Wonderful, local cafe with breakfast, lunch, pastries, dessert & a small grocery!”

“Came here after a college graduation and all local restaurants were full.
Applebee's went out of their way to seat 12 of us. Our waitress did a great job, everyone's food was good and we had a great time
Thank you Applebee's!”

“yo I've been a loyal customer for bout 5 years now good food quick service . but as of recently they've lost my business because they no longer accept cash payments not everybody has availability to put their money on a card, every other place is already gone back to accepting cash except wings over and it's really pissing me off cuz I want my spot back so until y'all start accepting cash payments imma give you all at 2 out of 5”

“best 3 tier balcony for enjoying drinks and sunset. Got to love the indoor AND outdoor stage. too many great people and staff to mention. love this place”

“The food was inspired by greatness! It was delicious and perfect.”

“We recently hosted an engagement party at West End Ciderhouse. We don't live in Athens so had to do all the planning long distance - and it could not have been easier. Deanna was so helpful and her staff is amazing!! Would totally recommend this venue for any type of event as long as you're looking for someplace cool, friendly and hip for your party!! And a place that has an excellent selection of beer, wine and cider. I hear the cocktails are amazing - we didn't try any unfortunately. Next time I'm in Athens I certainly will though!!”

“My wife went to school at Ohio University... and we were in town with 5 other friends for four days enjoying the local roads (on our motorcycles) and enjoying the town every afternoon and evening.

A very welcoming local bar with great bartenders and great drink choices at great prices. We visited several times over the four days we were there.

Definitely going to be repeat customers!”

“The Crystal was a good bar to hang out in. They let you bring food in which is a big plus. We found a little loaf area where there was enough seating for a big group of people. There was Foosball and pool and some other games around. Crowded but not packed like the bar next door.”

“I stocked up for a week with items to keep my sweet tooth happy last weekend. I am in deep love with this place! The vanilla bean strawberry tart was hands down one of the most scrumptious pastries I’ve ever had. The pastry crust was divine. Cinnamon rolls are fantastic. Buttery and delicious and satisfying. Grabbed a cheesecake slice and once again delicious. I can’t say enough about how delightful these baked goods are. I’m waiting for them to open up today so I can stock up again for another week. This is my favorite obsession.”

“My family of four stopped in for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Service was fast and friendly, and we enjoyed the atmosphere. We ordered Texas fajitas for two, and two burritos. The food was hot and delicious, and the prices were not bad. I would definitely eat here again.”

“Definitely enjoy the atmosphere here, especially the food and drinks. Every employee there is super nice and outgoing. Wish it wasn't always $10 to get it. But it's worth it. Drinks can be better tho”

“We were in town for the Ohio v WVU game and 11 of us dined here.

It's a university run restaurant which gives the personnel real experience. Also, because it is university run, they do not take gratuities --which seems odd in this day and age -- but rest assured-- it does NOT affect any part of the dining experience.

We had a fabulous meal and the service was excellent. Sam was our lead waitstaff, but, because we had 11, others chipped in to help.

We're a motley looking crew, but we had a great time here!!

Many thanks to The Ohio University Culinary Services for a well run establishment!!

MUCH love from this Bobcat crew!! 💚🤍😼🤍💚”

“Pad Thai was great with some decent spice to it. We enjoyed all the appetizers we ordered as well. Food took a little longer to come out but it’s not an issue when you know it’s being cooked fresh. Definitely coming back.”

“Great food with fantastic prices, friendly service - very clean establishment. Stopped in for lunch just kinda driving by and had a great experience! Will definitely be back”

“Took my father out for breakfast this morning and had the nicest server. She was super friendly and had a great recommendation on what to get. I had the breakfast burger and dad had the biscuit stack. The food was great and very generous portions. When we left, Dad forgot his cell phone on the table. We only knew that because our server came running out of the door as we got to our vehicle. Unfortunately, I didn't remember her name but we are very thankful and will definitely be back.”

“I love this place. Shoutout to one of the employees named Skylar. I go in there when im in the area and just tell him to hook me up with a burrito and its an 11/10 every time. 🙏”

“First timers and the food and atmosphere was great!”

“Hands down the best cheesecake around!”

“Always fresh. always good. friendly staff. Their almond croissant just might be the best thing I've ever eaten. ever.”

“The best pizza ever its worth driving from another town for. 😋. My Dog Loves It too. ❤️. Seen some of the reviews that says the crust is soft and gave a bad review 😆 its thick crust its supposed to be soft. Best pizza ever.”

“My first time visiting Broneys, and they had a burger deal I couldn't pass up. Burger and fries were good, I'm relatively easy to please. I may try their chips or onion rings next time, it is nice to have options. The burger was way better than any fast food place. I was there at quiet time, I admittedly go uptown more when school is not in session.”

“It's kind of dingy, but that's honestly the ONLY negative thing I can think of (and it's really just because of the history of the buildings here). The food (especially the pizza) is amazing and their servers and bartenders are so attentive and nice! They don't serve martinis or old fashioneds because it's more of a craft beer place with basic drinks, but their sister bar next door has more high end items and we're looking forward to trying it soon!”

“My favorite hangout in Athens”

“Good folks! Excellent food and service.”

“Place is amazing!! Fed so many students and families during BSO all at the same time with very little lines and ample seating!! A true gem to students at OU!! Oh Yeah!!”

“Best Coffee ☕️❤️ Best employees”

“Please make an effort to cover the other brick walls in the same coating you have in the new part of the bar, because the writing everywhere else in the bar indicates that this action is okay. Some skinny dude with a tribal tattoo on his calf and a scruffy mustache threw my sharpie outside yesterday because he “caught” us writing our names on the walls. It’s everywhere in the bar, so I don’t think the staff should be trained expect drunk college student not to do it. This guy was just on some sort of power trip and wanted to be rude. He very easily could’ve just asked us not to do write on the walls, and we would’ve respected that. Like I said, the wall in the new part of the bar with that coating on it is free of sharpie/can easily be cleaned, so maybe consider doing that on ALL the walls to avoid your staff making stupid decisions like this one in the future. Thanks!”

“I’m in belpre Ohio for the multicultural festival and her truck is here !! She’s so sweet .. I got the drunken noodles with chicken 🍗 I am going to order more too because I wanna try more !! So good”

“Food is fresh, I went here today and I am glad I came , I’ve been coming here for years and it is always very good. If you want a good dinner and atmosphere come here.”

“Alright, buckle up, because I'm about to drop some truth bombs about the one, the only, Madisyn at Red Brick Tavern!

First off, let's be real, Madisyn isn't just a bartender; she's a wizard with a shaker. I swear she can tell what kind of day you've had just by looking at you and then whip up a potion, I mean, a cocktail, that's exactly what you need. It's like she has a sixth sense for stressed-out souls and thirsty patrons.

But wait, there's more! It's not just the drinks, it's the whole vibe. Madisyn manages to create an atmosphere that's both chill and buzzing with energy. One minute you're relaxed, sipping your drink, and the next you're laughing at some ridiculous joke she cracked. Seriously, I'm convinced she moonlights as a stand-up comedian.

And let's not forget the most important thing: she remembers your name and your drink. That's right, in a world where everyone's a face in the crowd, Madisyn makes you feel like a regular. So, if you're ever in Red Brick Tavern, do yourself a favor and pull up a stool. Just be prepared for amazing drinks, killer jokes, and maybe a little bit of magic. You won't regret it!”

“I made a stop to get something to eat and I came across KFC they was. Friendly,. The place was clean,. The food was fresh and hot. That's why I gave it five star”

“Very nice place to study as the lighting isn't too much and there usually isn't too much noise. The service is usually way overwhelmed which I don't blame them for but what does OU expect with only 2 Starbucks serving shops halfway across campus from each other. Amazing if you had flex or bobcat cash otherwise I'd prefer local places.”

“I placed my order online. It was ready on time, the gentleman working the drive-thru was polite as well.

I did not know that there are 2 business in this building and 2 different drive-thrus one is Donatos and the other is a coffee shop. I pulled through the wrong one. Just wanting to make sure others know.”

“We will be back.The pizza and wings were awesome 👌”

“The pizza is excellent and the prices are very reasonable...highly recommend!”

“Would like to say that everything about our night was speedy. from getting seated to getting our meals. Everything was absolutely superb. And would like to give a huge shout out to our waitress Olivia. She was absolutely amazing, and she really showed that she cared about her patrons. She was definitely one of the better waitresses we have had in a long while. Keep it up Athens Ohio Texas Roadhouse!!!”

“I go here all the time. This is a very great place. I love the food and the breakfast lunch and dinner they serve. It’s so great and the staff are friendly.”

“My wife and I came here for a birthday/ anniversary dinner. We r from Michigan and have never heard of this place. I am so glad we decided to eat here, to start there was no wait for a table, staff is super friendly and professional and well trained in hospitality, the food was perfectly cooked, seasoned, and presented properly. My steak was cooked perfectly, very quality and flavorful meat, my wife's bacon cheeseburger was delicious and perfectly seasoned and prepared. Our waiter was amazing he ensured we had no needs for our meal. The price was fair for what we got, which was an amazing dinner experience. Don't forget about dessert, chocolate cake and creme brulee paradise.”

“We will be back.The pizza and wings were awesome 👌”

“The employees were just standing around talking as we stood there waiting to be searved. The kitchen workers just stared at us and did not notify anyone we were waiting One kitchen employee would walk out to watch baseball that was playing on the TV.. The menu was crappy with little to choose from. The floor was sticky as well. We did not get any utensils sauces or crackers with our order. Nobody came to ask if we wanted refills or to even see how our meal was. I would not have left a tip if I paid at the end of our visit.”

“Came here after a college graduation and all local restaurants were full.
Applebee's went out of their way to seat 12 of us. Our waitress did a great job, everyone's food was good and we had a great time
Thank you Applebee's!”

“Excellent selection of coffee, tea and many other drinks. The atmosphere is so relaxing and welcoming.”

“excellent comfort food, service, and drinks!”

“We stopped here for lunch after picking up Granddaughter from college before heading home. Experience was very good and the company was excellent. A great dining afternoon.”

“yo I've been a loyal customer for bout 5 years now good food quick service . but as of recently they've lost my business because they no longer accept cash payments not everybody has availability to put their money on a card, every other place is already gone back to accepting cash except wings over and it's really pissing me off cuz I want my spot back so until y'all start accepting cash payments imma give you all at 2 out of 5”

“Came in 11/22 at about 11:30pm. Everyone in the restaurant was working so hard. They were slammed but kept order, didn’t mess anyone’s orders up. I was impressed. Never seen a Taco Bell like it.”

“custom service is always great and so is the food.”

“loved our waitress Becky! great service!”

“I love this place. Shoutout to one of the employees named Skylar. I go in there when im in the area and just tell him to hook me up with a burrito and its an 11/10 every time. 🙏”

“yes I recommend burger king. but have seen things when I worked there. let me explain...... I see everyday where they are hiring. I put in an application here and because I did what I felt to be the right thing they won't hire me. This is what happened.. years ago I worked there. One of the workers took her little kids to work with her and let them go in the back where the fryers are. The kids were maybe 6-7 yrs old. I went to management about kids being around the fryers and being allowed to make sandwiches for the customers. Nothing was done about it. So I walked out. Was I wrong. Should little kids of 6-7 be allowed to be in the back around the fryers and should kids of 6-7 be allowed to make sandwiches for customers. I want to work. I have about 15 yrs experience with burger king. But they won't hire me. Because I left. It was a very bad situation and I wanted no part of those kids getting burned or worse by hot grease in the fryers.”

“We took our day off to visit another lovely, local, family owned business. We highly recommend the amazing coffees and the teas (they really do work and taste amazing). The owners are EXTREMELY knowledgeable and friendly.”

“Food was very delicious, with large portions and reasonable prices. Staff was also very friendly. Next time I'm visiting in Athens, I will definitely be back.”

“THEY ARE DOING A GREAT JOB. FEEDING FAMILIES WHO ARE AFFECTED BY THE SHUTDOWN. WHY AREN'T THERE MORE PLACES WHO DO THIS. THANK YOU HOT BOX. AND KEEP UP THE GREAT JOB.”

“This place is fantastic. I've gone here several times and I've been satisfied every single time. The only thing I don't like is that they don't have sandwich bread so they use two Texas toast slices which doesn't taste great. It's also a bit annoying that there's no inside dining, but it makes up for that because they really do have great food.”

“My wife went to school at Ohio University... and we were in town with 5 other friends for four days enjoying the local roads (on our motorcycles) and enjoying the town every afternoon and evening.

We visited the CI twice while in town. Drank many beers and played many games of pool. A very welcoming local bar with great bartenders and great drink choices at great prices.

The ONLY issue was that the men's bathroom was in AWFUL shape both days that we visited. VERY dirty and stunk to high heaven... as if it hadn't been cleaned in months. It's summer break and there were no students around either time we were there... really just the seven of us... so no reason for it to be that nasty.

We will be repeat customers.”