Sol Island Bar and Grill

700 E State St, Athens
(740) 592-1744

Recent Reviews

Karl Schmidt

Service and food were excellent ! In from Columbus visiting. Lunch was amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sah Shy (Sasha)

They had great options for Vegetarians/Vegans. The original margarita was ok. We were 20-25 ppl, so can understand their plight to deliver food to the table. My Mexican rice was not fully cooked, however BBQ tofu was good. Took BBQ Tofu bowl. Hubby got Pina Colada Tofu Bowl, the rice was not cooked properly. Hope the numbers overwhelmed them.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Audrey Schultz

Unfortunately, there was only one server and one cook, food took way too long, Totonos(hard and no flavor) thank goodness. That was removed from our bill. Nachos came out with meal and I feel they sat back there until our meal was ready. We got the special for the day. Ribs were tasty however side dishes were hardly worth watching. We froze most of our lunch which took twice as long. Then to top it off I wanted to pay cash and they did not have change. I ate here 8 years ago, this place has went down hill. Was unable to order the Bloody Mary because no bartender!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Miranda Knott

Very tasty, fresh food and good customer service. We didn't have to wait long for our dishes to come out, which is always a plus in Athens. I always enjoy their cocktails as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Quesadilla

Cassie

Love our lil local Sol restaurant! Always great service and food and atmosphere. The fish bowl is my favorite, but everything I've had here has been delicious.Vegetarian options: Vegan options too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast, Black Bean Wrap, Island Pork Bowl, Sol Burger, Ultimate Burger

Chance Ryder

Today was my second time eating here. This was less impressive than the first (the bar was already low)Our server was far from aware of things to do despite it being VERY slow. There was only her, a bartender & who I am guessing was an employee chatting at the bar.Server never did more than take our order, drop off food & give us the check once I asked.Both burgers cooked far past our request (they asked how we wanted it to begin with)To top it off the man at the bar was talking about us (not in the most positive light) & having our toddler, to the bartender as if I wasn't 8ft away... Won't be giving it a third try for a long while.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Robbie Scott

Many years ago I feel in love with this restaurant in its alley location near Court Street. This was my first time to dive at this "new to me" location. I had first enjoyed the smoked pork bowl years ago, and was pleased it was still available on the menu. My spouse ordered the chicken version of the bowl, and our guest ordered a hamburger. All items arrived in a timely manner. The portions were great, as were the temperatures and of course, the flavor. The touch of smoke to the pork brought back memories of that familiar dish, but I tasted the chicken dish of my spouse and enjoyed the lime/citrus flavor in the chicken seasoning. Our guest wouldn't let me take a bite of the hamburger ?I think the prices were more than competitive, at right around $11 a dish.We were there just after the lunch rush on a Friday.We plan to return.Vegetarian options: Multiple menu items had a vegetarian option

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Island Pork Bowl

Aarin

Cute atmosphere. Nice patio. Live music sometimes. They have a good bloody Mary bar and mimosas weekends. The burgers and bowls are tasty. Large appetizers and cocktail menu. For the area, there are very few craft beers. Great price for the value. It's definitely a favorite spot, with more open hours than many other Athens spots.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Loaded Nachos

John Crankshaw

The Island Pork bowl and Steak Chimichurri bowl were excellent. Our server, Wes, was fantastic.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Roland Fleischer

My go-to-restaurant when I stop in Athens. Cuisine reminds me of my trips into the south American countries. Finally a place that mixes a good Caipirinha as well.Flavorful and honest dishes. I've never been disappointed.Also glad to hear that they want to improve the patio.Thank you, Rowan, your service was perfect!Parking: I never had a problem to find parking.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Darlene Stout

We were there on a week night. Food was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vern Ray France Jr.

My fiance managed the Subway in Walmart and a boy left as a sandwich artist to do dishes there and he said money if the folks or food preps wear gloves or wash their hands even after smoking or using the bathroom cross containmention. He quit after that shift and went back to Subway. This is no hearsay or false in any shape or form!!!!

Recommended dishes: Fish Tacos

H.F.

The vegan options were well labeled which was nice, but needed more spices or more going on. It wasn't the best for us, but it was an option which was

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5

Bob Shaw

Food just great, a unique take on American classics. Services professional, and enthusiastic.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Tacos

Chester Bear

My fiance managed the Subway in Walmart and a boy left as a sandwich artist to do dishes there and he said money if the folks or food preps wear gloves or wash their hands even after smoking or using the bathroom cross containmention. He quit after that shift and went back to Subway. This is no hearsay or false in any shape or form!!!!

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