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Insiders’ Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Locals Share Their Favorite Things in Athens

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Dance & Performance Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Dance Troupes, Trapeze Groups & More Reel Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Local Cinema Locations & Contact Info Essential Athens Albums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Must-Have Releases from Athens Artists

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Scene and Heard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Music Venues, Clubs & Local Hot Spots Parks & Green Spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Get a Room! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Hotels, Motels, B&Bs & Camping Sites Restaurant, Bar & Club Index

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Restaurant & Bar Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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A Poem by Jeff Fallis

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About Athens Government Welcome Centers • Athens Welcome Center (280 E. Dougherty St., 706-353-1820) • UGA Visitors Center (College Station Road at River Road, 706-542-0842) • Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau (300 N. Thomas St., 706-357-4430, www.visitathens.com) • Oconee County Welcome Center (22 N. Main St. Bldg. B, Watkinsville; 706-769-5197)

Historicals

• 101,489 by the 2000 Census • 110,490 by a 2007 local estimate

• UGA chartered: 1785 • Outbreak of Georgia-Creek Indian war: 1786 • Town and university sited: 1801 • City of Athens incorporated: 1806 • Athens and Clarke County governments unified: 1991

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Population

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• Form: Elected mayor and 10-member commission, with appointed manager and professional staff in 39 departments.

• Meetings: Regular voting meetings the first Tuesday of every month; agenda-setting meeting the Thursday after the third Tuesday. Agendas are at www.athensclarkecounty.com.

• Viewing: Meetings broadcast live, and later, on ACTV Channel 7 and on the ACC website.

• Planning: Stay in the know via the Neighborhood Notification Initiative; details at www.accplanning.com.

• Guide to Gov’t: “ACC from A to Z,” online at www.athensclarke county.com/guide.

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The Sights

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Help Out! • Hands On: The local one-stop shop for those seeking to volunteer in the community—and there are plenty of great opportunities here—is Hands On Northeast Georgia, online at www. handsonnortheastgeorgia.org.

• Tree: Around 1830, William H. Jackson deeded to his favorite white oak ownership of itself and the land within eight feet of it on all sides. That tree fell in 1942, but one of its offspring was planted in its place. The Tree That Owns Itself is at the corner of Dearing and Finley streets.

• Cannon: Athens saw hardly any action in the Civil War, but a local armory manufactured a double-barrelled cannon designed to mow down Union infantry by means of a chain connecting two cannonballs which were supposed to be fired simultaneously. The simultaneous part could never get worked out, though, so having been retired, the cannon stands beside Athens’ City Hall as a war monument.

• Horse: The Iron Horse, that is. Too artily progressive for the UGA students of the 1950s, this sculpture has spent nearly all its days standing in a Greene County cornfield just north of the Oconee River, about 20 miles south of town on Highway 15.

• Guidestones: Difficult to describe, but more than worth the trip, the Georgia Guidestones are at once a quirky piece of the Piedmont countryside and a fascinating vehicle for profound messages about the future of humanity. The Stones are about nine miles north of Elberton, just off Highway 77.

Rules & Regs • Smoking: Prohibited 24/7 indoors in public places, and in county parks.

• Drinking: Open containers are prohibited in public rights-of-way— i.e., beyond the railings at downtown’s sidewalk cafés, and off UGA property, even on gameday. Also, this being Georgia, stores can’t sell alcohol on Sundays; bars are closed then, too, but restaurants which derive half or more of their revenue from food can serve drinks.

• Bikes: Under state law, bicycles have both the rights and responsibilities of other vehicles on the road.

• Cruising: Illegal downtown between midnight and 4 a.m., and defined as passing the same point in your car three times in an hour.

• Cameras: Be forewarned that Police Department video cameras downtown roll tape 24/7 to help the cops keep tabs on sometimesrowdy late-night crowds.

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UGA • Campus: The park-like quads of historic North Campus abut downtown Athens and serve, in fact, as a central public greenspace for the city. Highlights include the Founders Memorial Garden (a memorial to the local founders of the country’s first garden club) and the Old Athens Cemetery, where as of this writing a restoration project is underway; the cemetery is open during daylight hours.

• Information: The UGA Libraries (there are many of them) are an excellent resource for non-students and the campus community alike. Visit www.libs.uga.edu.

• Entertainment: UGA’s various stages and venues play host to a significant portion of Athens’ cultural happenings throughout the year. Pay close attention to Flagpole magazine’s weekly Calendar listings to stay in the know.

• Ideas: In addition to the performing arts, the campus is a source of innumerable lectures, seminars, workshops and readings—many free and open to the public—by both local and visiting academics and writers. Again, keep an eye on the Flagpole Calendar.

• Food: Offerings on campus include both the dining halls and other eateries and snack bars, all available to students and nonstudents alike. See p. 60.

• Sport: While the high-profile student sports—football, basketball (men’s and women’s), baseball and gymnastics—charge for tickets, all the others—from tennis to swimming to women’s softball and soccer—are free. Visit www.georgiadogs.com.

• Parking: Any car-driving campus visitor will do well to get clear on appropriate parking locations beforehand, as ticket fees there are high and towing is enforced. 706-542-PARK or www. parking.uga.edu.

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Getting Around

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• The Bus: Athens Transit (706-613-3430) buses run hourly or more frequently, depending on the route. UGA students, faculty and staff ride free by swiping their IDs. Buses have bike racks, too. Maps, timetables, real-time GPS tracking and more at www. athenstransit.com.

• Campus Transit: Much more frequent but with a smaller coverage area, the numerous UGA routes are officially open to all citizens to ride. Maps and more at www.transit.uga.edu.

• The Other Bus: Southeastern Stages (706-549-2255) operates daily inter-city bus service to Atlanta, the Carolinas and beyond; its station is downtown at 220 W. Broad St. • Rail: The nearest Amtrak station is in Gainesville, with the next closest in Altanta. Both are stops on the Crescent between New York and New Orleans. 800-USA-RAIL or www.amtrak.com.

• Air: As of this writing, Georgia Skies operates short flights between Atlanta, Macon and the Athens-Ben Epps Airport (706613-3420 or www.athensairport.net). Also as of this writing, two van services operate shuttles to Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

• Car: Athens is small enough that even with sometimes-heavy traffic, nearly everywhere is convenient by car. As for downtown parking, rates have just gone up to 50 cents an hour, which is still a good deal, as are downtown’s parking decks, which are sometimes less of a hassle.

• Taxi: Athens has several cab companies whose services should always be considered after a night of drinking, but be aware that cabs’ group-riding MO may make for long waits and circuitous routes home. Another option when there’s no designated driver among your party is the service known as Zingo, in which a DD-for-hire drives you home in your own car, then heads back downtown on a foldable mini-scooter.

• Bike: Athens gets more bike-friendly with each passing year. A great orientation to pedaling around is available in BikeAthens’ bike map, available around town and at BikeAthens.com.

• On Foot: Athens is very walkable, and most intown destinations are probably closer together than you think. Enjoy it.

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elcome to Athens! Whether you’re putting down roots or just passing through town, Flagpole magazine and this Flagpole Guide to Athens are here to help you navigate our city and to make the most of your time here. If you picked up this guide in a pinch and don’t have time to dig through our extensive restaurant, bar and music venue listings in the pages ahead, we’ve compiled some “insider” tips and packaged them into ready-planned days for your enjoyment and convenience! Read on and discover what makes our town so interesting, and what long-standing locals have found to be the perfect ways to spend a day in and around Athens.

• Comb the J&J flea market on 441N for unique finds—new and old.

• Pack a picnic and attend concerts on the expansive lawns at Ashford Manor or the State Botanical Garden.

• See the live local music, kids’ events and artists’ market at AthFest.

• Shop the Farmers’ Market at Bishop Park for fresh local produce.

In the Spring…

• Tailgate all day, then cheer on the Dogs between the hedges.

• Avoid the downtown scene and attend a backyard bonfire.

• Go to the Elberton Fair in early October for the rides, demolition derby and livestock show.

• People-watch downtown on Halloween night.

• Catch the fall festival in nearby Watkinsville in early November.

“Tandem bike rides on Boulevard.” —Kim K. • Walk on the North Oconee River Greenway (p.

23) or State Botanical Garden (p. 22) trails and enjoy the native birds.

• Attend the Twilight Criterium bike races, Jazz Fest, Human Rights Festival and Boybutante Ball to see some exciting annual events.

• Catch a UGA baseball game and get hooked for the season.

• Check out the lambs at the UGA farms on South Milledge Avenue.

• Stroll through the Five Points Art Fest in early June.

In the Summer…

“The Broad River with friends and a cooler of beer.” —Wick C. • Swim, camp and canoe at Sandy Creek Park (p. 23); it’s also kid-friendly.

• Kayak the Broad River with a group of buddies.

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In the Fall…

“Watching the leaves change downtown.” —Jason H.

In the Winter…

“Hope for snow.” —Laura N. • Enjoy the downtown Christmas lights and decorations.

• Go on a hot toddy pub crawl with a few friends.

• Don’t miss the sights and sounds of the Athens Christmas parade on the first Thursday evening of December.

• Shop for local and handmade gifts—from blown-glass and pottery to paintings. See the Flagpole Calendar for craft show listings.

• See a UGA theatrical performance at the Cellar Theatre (p. 12).

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Insiders’ Quick Reference

With Kids…

“I love seeing all my friends’ kids at the Farmers’ Market” —Johanna N. • Drive to Washington Farms to pick strawberries.

• Head to Memorial Park (p. 22) and visit the critters in Bear Hollow Zoo. • On a warm day, swing by Hodgson’s Pharmacy on Milledge for ice cream.

• Get creative with pottery classes at Good Dirt (p. 11) & music classes at Camp Amped at Nuçi’s Space (p. 20).

• Visit the World of Wonder playground and Athens Skatepark at Southeast Clarke Park (p. 23).

• Rent Canopy Studio (p. 14) for a private birthday party.

With Dogs…

“It’s so much fun to see everyone with their dogs wandering around Athens.” —Laura S. • Hang out on dog-friendly patios like the one at Big City Bread Cafe.

• Reserve a private dog park at Sandy Creek for $1/hr for off-leash fun!

• Go “hunting” for Easter eggs in spring at Pawtropolis or Sandy Creek.

• Meet other dogs at the Memorial Park and Wiggly Field dog parks.

• Play catch on the manicured lawns of UGA’s North Campus.

• Go for a run through Ben Burton Park or the intramural fields on east campus.

Without Spending Any Money…

• Hang at the library—public or university.

• Enjoy the local history of the Taylor-Grady House and the Ware-Lyndon House.

• Scan the Flagpole Calendar for free shows at places like Farm 255, Ciné or “Live in the Lobby” at the WUOG radio station.

Game Days…

“I like to go to the game. But if that’s not an option… get as far away from campus/downtown as possible.” —Rejon N. If you’re a fan tickets may be hard to come by (ticket office: 706-542-1231, after July 15th) but you can tailgate on campus, downtown or in dedicated tailgate spaces. And if you can’t score a ticket, you can always watch the game at a local restaurant or bar.

If you’re not a fan, plan your day wisely to avoid the traffic. Downtown gets absolutely packed and lots of roads are closed to accommodate and direct the thousands of football fans coming to town. Find out the game times in advance so that you can run errands during the game, when they’re all in the stadium and you have Athens to yourself.

Just Some Tips…

“Always walk in well-lit places.” —Mandy Y. • Taxis can be hard to catch, so make sure you have a designated driver or a safe way to get home.

• Never walk alone at night and keep to major roads, if possible.

• Beware of inebriated football fans on game days and aggressive drunks any night of the week…

• Acquaint yourself with the state DUI laws and know your limits.

“Crash a party; attend an art opening.” —Melissa L. • Check out the many free art openings, sports events, seminars, speakers and student ensemble concerts at UGA.

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Art Attack Local art is everywhere in Athens. With the presence of the University of Georgia and a handful of neighborhood galleries, a range of regional, national and international art is almost always on display. For information regarding current exhibitions, lectures and events, see Flagpole’s Calendar or Art Around Town listings in print or online at www.flagpole.com.

Arcing Sky Gallery #8 School St. • Watkinsville • 706-255-3411 • www.arcingskygallery.com Formerly Town Center Fine Art, Arcing Sky Gallery primarily represents work by regional contemporary artists. Open by appointment only, Arcing Sky also displays work at the nearby Ashford Manor bed & breakfast.

Athens Institute for Contemporary Art (ATHICA) 160 Tracy St., Unit 4 • 706-208-1613 • www.athica.org As a non-profit art space, ATHICA features several large thematic group exhibitions organized every year as well as a summer program, ATHICA Emerges, that spotlights up-and-coming local talent. Shows planned for the 2009–2010 season will cover diverse topics, reflecting ATHICA’s commitment to show socially provocative work. Each show includes an opening, closing and an array of affiliated events including artist performances and guest speakers. During exhibitions, ATHICA is open from 6–9 p.m. on Thursday; 1–6 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Blue Tin Art Studio 393 N. Finley St., Studio C • 404-556-6884 • www.bluetinstudio.com The newly opened Blue Tin Art Studio is a work and teaching space offering classes for children and adults that also hosts exhibitions and events. See the website for a schedule of upcoming classes and events.

Brick House Studio 1892 Athens Rd. • Crawford • 706-742-2757 • www.lamarwood.com The non-commercial space hosts spring and fall exhibitions of work by local and visiting artists. Located in a historic home just east of Athens, the space is open by appointment only and for annual openings and closings. Visit the Brick House Studio website for current shows and to join its email listserv.

Chappelle Gallery 25 S. Main St. • Watkinsville • 706-310-0985 Located inside the historic Haygood House, the Chappelle Gallery contains the works of over 65 contemporary American artists. Although its specialty is in glass and ceramics, the gallery also includes paintings, jewelry and other media.

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St. • 706-542-4662 • www.uga.edu/gamuseum The state’s official art museum, the Georgia Museum of Art (GMOA) houses an extensive permanent collection of more than 10,000 works. With American work from the 19th century to the present at the heart of the GMOA’s permanent collection,

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it also boasts strong collections of prints, Italian Renaissance paintings and regional decorative arts. In March 2009, the museum began expansion and will be closed until early 2011. Visit the website for more information or to shop its online store.

The Gallery @ Good Dirt 510 N. Thomas St. • 706-355-3161 • www.gooddirt.net The local ceramic studio and teaching center also houses the Gallery at Good Dirt.

Featuring group shows of handmade sculptural ceramics and functional pottery, the Gallery showcases the work of local ceramic artists. Visit Good Dirt’s website for a schedule of classes. Open daily 10 a.m—5 p.m. and by appointment.

Lowery Gallery 2400 Booger Hill Rd. • Danielsville • 706-795-0102 • www.lowerygallery.com Fifteen miles north of Athens in a rural setting, the recently down-sized Lowery Gallery primarily shows landscape and documentary photography. A large portion of gallery space is now the Visionary Growth Art Center and Gallery, which focuses on outsider artists, art brut and works by artists with disabilities and mental illnesses.

See website for schedule of exhibitions, openings and events.

Lyndon House Arts Center 293 Hoyt St. • 706-613-3623 • www.athensleisureservices.com/lyndon.shtml Operated by ACC Leisure Services, the Lyndon House Arts Center (LHAC) has several group shows of work by artists ranging from students to professionals. The highlight of the LHAC’s exhibition schedule is its springtime Annual Juried Exhibition that features a selection of local art chosen by a guest curator. The LHAC also offers classes and hosts the meetings of over a dozen art organizations. Also on site is the Ware-Lyndon House Museum, a preserved home from the 1840s. Open Tuesday and Thursday, 12–9 p.m. and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mercury Art Works at Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave. • 706-338-0548 • www.mercuryartworks.com A multi-faceted institution housed and working in tandem with Hotel Indigo, Mercury Art Works will present a limited number of thematic exhibitions representing a selection of local, national and international artists. See website for a listing of represented artists and for information about purchasing art work.

The Myers and Bertelsmann Galleries at Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln. • 706-549-9225 • www.athensacademy.org Located on the Athens Academy campus, the Myers and Bertelsmann Galleries feature work by area artists, and every other year, the school hosts a UGA grad student show. The galleries are open during the academic year during school hours.

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UGA Lamar Dodd School of Art Galleries 270 River Rd. • 706-542-1511 • www.art.uga.edu UGA’s main art school building contains a black box gallery devoted to new media and performance work and an expansive traditional gallery space for student work and special touring shows. BFA and MFA exit exhibitions, faculty shows (also in the Broad Street Gallery downtown) and work by visiting artists are featured. The gallery at Thomas Street exhibits 3-D and fabric work. Also, check the School of Art’s website for openings, events and lectures by visiting artists and scholars.

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Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF) 34 School St. • Watkinsville • 706-769-4565 • www.myocaf.com With a 14-year history, the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF) in Watkinsville features yearly staples: The Southworks Juried Exhibit and Artists’ Market, the Perspectives Pottery Exhibit, and the Holiday Market. The non-profit cultural center also offers an array of events and classes. See website for schedule and classes.

Original Fine Arts Gallery 2026 S. Milledge Ave., Suite C6 • 706-546-1310 • www.elementsartsupply.net Original Fine Arts Gallery is located inside Elements Art Supply. Work by regional artists is typically on display. First Friday events include work for sale from local artists. Classes range from stone carving to classical drawing to children’s art lessons.

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UNIVERSITY THEATRE 2009-2010 Season Our Lady of 121st Street

by Stephen Adly Guirgis Sept. 24-25, 29-30, Oct. 1-2 at 8:00 p.m.

Sept. 27, Oct. 4 at 2:30 p.m.

The Grapes of Wrath

by John Steinbeck adapted by Frank Galati Oct. 13-18 at 8:00 p.m.

Oct. 18 at 2:30 p.m.

Eurydice

by Sarah Ruhl Nov. 5-6, 10-13 at 8:00 p.m.

Nov. 8 & 15 at 2:30 p.m.

The Shape of Things

by Neil LaBute Jan. 26-31 at 8:00 p.m.

Jan. 31 at 2:30 p.m.

Romeo and Juliet

by William Shakespeare Feb. 18-20, 24-27 at 8:00 p.m.

Feb. 28 at 2:30 p.m.

The Rez Sisters

by Tomson Highway March 23-28 at 8:00 p.m.

March 28 at 2:30 p.m.

Spunk

three tales by Zora Neale Hurston adapted by George C. Wolfe music by Chic Street Man April 8-10, 14-17 at 8:00 p.m.

April 18 at 2:30 p.m.

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After several years of steady growth, the local theatre scene can now safely be characterized as vibrant. If you don’t want to miss anything, keep an eye on Flagpole’s Calendar, which can also be found online at www. flagpole.com.

Athens Creative Theatre 706-613-3628 • www.athenscreativetheatre.com A branch of the ACC Leisure Services Department that has been in operation for 40+ years, ACT is an elder statesman of Athens theatre. In addition to providing education through camps and classes for kids and adults, ACT typically stages about a half dozen shows, ranging from intimate dinner theatre to big musicals, each season. This year ACT will once again make “Live Art” by recreating classic playbills and also launch a Director’s Choice series that will include Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf and The Lion in Winter. Venues: Memorial Park’s Quinn Hall, Morton Theatre.

Athens Little Playhouse 706-208-1036 • www.athenslittleplayhouse.org ALP provides young actors the opportunity to develop and display their stage skills. The kid-friendly shows mounted each year primarily consist of cast members ages 5–21, but auditions are also usually open to parents and other adults in the community. Venue: Seney-Stovall Chapel.

Black Theatrical Ensemble UGA’s BTE, which features students from all corners of the campus, has been encouraging diversity in the theatre for over 30 years by highlighting the contributions African Americans have made to the medium. The troupe performs plays written by all-stars like August Wilson as well as lesser known contemporary playwrights. Venue: Morton Theatre.

Classic City Arts 706-850-1755 • www.classiccityarts.com This shiny new company that successfully put on its first production in the spring of 2009 showcases enduring classics by kings of the stage like Shakespeare and Moliere. CCA couples plays from long ago and modern technology: each show is recorded and preserved via streaming video on its website. Venue: Seney-Stovall Chapel.

JV Productions The small outfit headed by UGA English professor John Vance, who serves as the company’s principal playwright, director and lead actor, produces a handful of plays each year, most of which incorporate the beloved characters and/or creators of literary classics, including A Victorian Christmas with Charles Dickens every holiday season. Venue: Seney-Stovall Chapel.

Oconee Youth Playhouse 706-769-2677 • www.oypoysp.com/playhouse The Oconee Youth School of Performance, named the region’s “Best Studio” at the 2009 Access Broadway competition, grooms the singers, dancers and actors involved in OYP’s musicals. The shows, which have included Into the Woods, Aida, Little Shop of Horrors, and High School Musical in past seasons, are known for their large casts and high-quality production design. The past two years the young performers have also filled up The Classic Center as part of the venue’s Community Series that spotlights local talent. Venue: Oconee County Civic Center.

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Rose of Athens Theatre 706-340-9181 • www.roseofathens.org Launching its fourth season this year with productions of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Glass Menagerie and Much Ado About Nothing (among others), Rose of Athens has quickly established itself as a fixture on the scene. The professional theatre of performers, teachers and writers also offers education classes and gives workshops. Venues: Morton Theatre, Seney-Stovall Chapel.

Town and Gown Players 706-208-TOWN • www.townandgownplayers.org The state’s longest running community theatre, T&G, which brings together the best of university and townie talent, along with occasional performers from Atlanta, is one of Athens’ indefatigable cultural beacons. Shows on tap for the main stage in the coming months include Stephen Sondheim’s Company, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, Steve Martin’s Picasso at the L’Apin Agile and Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel. There’s also a second stage line-up that features scaled-down productions of less commonly performed material. Venue: Athens Community Theatre.

The University Theatre’s production of The Underpants.

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The University Theatre 706-542-2836 • www.drama.uga.edu UGA’s drama department stays busy throughout the academic year, typically staging three or four productions each semester. The shows scheduled for 2009–2010 are diverse and cover well-known plays (Romeo and Juliet) to obscure musicals (Spunk, a musical adaptation of three short stories by Zora Neale Hurston).

Coming soon: Our Lady of 121st Street, The Grapes of Wrath, Eurydice, The Shape of Things and The Rez Sisters. There are also a number of smaller performances spearheaded by the department’s acting organizations. The Graduate Acting Ensemble presents its own production each year, and the Thalian Blackfriars, an undergraduate group, get extra experience in a handful of one-acts, staged readings, comedy sketches and full-length plays. A band of 10 drama students make up “The Georgian Players,” or I Commedianti Georgiani, a troupe that brings the tropes of commedia dell’arte to modern improvisational comedy. Venues: UGA Fine Arts Theatre, Cellar Theatre, Seney-Stovall Chapel, Morton Theatre.

Uzupis Theatre Company www.uzupistheatre.com Named for an independent bohemian art sect in Europe, UTC strives to “create a revolution” by using theatre as a tool to produce change. In addition to taking its mission to the schools, UTC also occasionally stages socially conscious plays, like Nickel and Dimed and Angels in America.

Young Actors Studio youngactorsstudio.googlepages.com Another group with a focus on giving kids and teens valuable stage experience, the Young Actors Studio usually showcases the local youth talent in a pair of family shows each year, one in the summer and another around Christmastime.

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Canopy Studio This trapeze studio stages several “aerial cabarets” each year to highlight the talents of its own students, seasoned aerial instructors and even some touring artists. Classes for kids and adults are also available. 160 Tracy St. in the Chase Street Warehouses. Tickets: 706-549-8501, www.canopystudio.com.

DanceFX This dance studio has been one of the leading forces of cutting-edge dance in Athens for several years, offering classes in a variety of dance styles.

DanceFX performances are in the studio at 623 N. Milledge Ave. and at other local venues. Reservations: 706-355-3078, www.dancefx.org.

Pamoja Dance Company This troupe was founded in 1971 for UGA’s nondance majors and locals. The company brings entertaining works, both original and reinterpreted. Venue: the Morton Theatre. Information: 706-583-0271.

The University of Georgia Department of Dance UGA hosts several resident companies, including the CORE Concert Dance Company— specializing in modern, post-modern and theatrical work. The UGA Ballroom Performance Group, UGA Ballet Ensemble and UGA Concert Dance Company also perform throughout the academic year, and the Young Choreographers Series fosters the work of aspiring student choreographers. Venue: The UGA Fine Arts Theatre and the New Dance Theatre. www.coe.uga.edu/dance.

The Warehouse Collective This group’s offerings are usually collaborations/multimedia projects with other dance companies, theatre troupes, filmmakers and visual artists. Venue: Floorspace, 160 Tracy St., www.floorspaceathens.com.

Classic City Venues In downtown Athens, The Classic Center (300 N. Thomas Street, 706-3574444) is the largest local venue to host a wide variety of touring acts and cultural events. Its 2100-seat theater features state-of-the-art technology. The Center’s season always includes several touring productions of Broadway musical hits and special events like The Classic Film Festival every March. www.classiccenter.com.

Built in 1909–10, The Morton Theatre (195 W. Washington St., 706-6133771) is the only extant local theatre from the early 20th century. Originally built, owned and operated by African-American Monroe “Pink” Morton for vaudeville acts, the theatre now hosts performances by local and traveling companies. Local bands such as The B-52s and R.E.M. have also used the building for filming music videos.

Seating capacity: 500. www.mortontheatre.com.

On the east side of campus, The UGA Performing Arts Center (212 River Rd., 706-542-4400 or 888-BUY-TIXS) is the premier location for internationally renowned performances. The 360-seat Ramsey Concert Hall and the 1100-seat Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall routinely book major touring orchestras, acclaimed individual artists, dance companies and more. www.uga.edu/pac/.

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Reel Time

Besides the usual multi-plexes, Athens boasts a state-of-the-art arthouse cinema, Ciné, which also hosts periodic film festivals and film forums. The Tate Center and Georgia Museum of Art on the UGA campus also offer films ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to foreign films and documentaries, and every spring The Classic Center (see p. 14) proudly presents The Classic Film Festival, bringing a roster of movie favorites to the big screen. Consult the current Flagpole or www.flagpole.com for movie listings around town, times, descriptions and reviews.

ACC Library (films for the hearing impaired, movie classics and documentaries) 2025 Baxter St., 706-613-3650, www.clarke.public.lib.ga.us Beechwood Cinema (multi-plex) 196 Alps Rd., 706-546-1011, www.georgiatheatrecompany.com Carmike 12 (multi-plex) 1570 Lexington Rd., 706-354-0016, www.carmike.com Ciné (arthouse) 234 W. Hancock Ave., 706-353-3343, www.athenscine.com Flicker Theatre & Bar (arthouse) 263 W. Washington St., 706-546-0039, www.myspace.com/flickerbar Georgia Museum of Art (UGA campus) 90 Carlton St., 706-542-GMOA, www.uga.edu/gamuseum/calendar/films.html Georgia Square Cinemas 5 (multi-plex) 3710 Atlanta Hwy., 706-548-3426, www.georgiatheatrecompany.com The Tate Student Center (UGA campus) Baxter & Lumpkin streets, 706-542-6396, www.uga.edu/campuslife/movies.html Charles-Ryan Barber

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The B-52s Cosmic Thing Reprise/WEA (1989)

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he legendary Athens music scene has been celebrated for over three decades as a supportive artistic community and a hotbed of creativity. As an introduction to our fertile and wildly eclectic scene, here is a sample of some of the most highly acclaimed releases from Athens artists.

Although the Bs made their debut with a much beloved eponymous release in 1979, this was the band’s mainstream breakthrough success. Massive hits such as “Love Shack” and “Roam” made The B-52s a household name and secured Athens’ place on the music map.

Pylon

Neutral Milk Hotel

Gyrate Db Records/Armageddon (1980)

In the Aeroplane Over the Sea Merge (1998)

Four art school friends formed a band that sent shock waves through the underground new wave/punk scene in America. With its funky rhythms, minimal guitar and vocals, and insanely danceable songs, Gyrate began the tradition of Athens bands playing music for music’s sake.

Just take a listen and everything will be “cool.”

Look for the recently remastered version Gyrate Plus.

File this one under “how to start an indie-cult following.” Stalwarts of the Elephant 6 Collective, Neutral Milk Hotel stunned and puzzled critics alike with this adventurous lo-fi record.

The cryptic yet strongly emotive songwriting of Jeff Mangum struck a chord with many indie fans who still revere this album and Mangum as genius.

R.E.M.

Widespread Panic

The debut album from R.E.M. contains songs that are as enigmatic, Southern and surreal as the kudzu vines that grace the trestle on the record’s cover. It contains all the elements that would mark R.E.M.’s early career: mumbled half-lyrics from Stipe, chiming guitar from Buck, and vocal acrobatics and pounding rhythm from Berry and Mills. For many music fans it was their first taste of R.E.M. and of Athens.

Nearly 100,000 people attended the release party for this album—a record breaking free show held outdoors on Washington Street in downtown Athens in 1998. The overwhelming event, now infamously known as “Panic in the Streets,” was a testament to the band’s swelling popularity and Athens’ radical spirit. These road warriors remain one of the most beloved jam bands since the Grateful Dead.

Murmur A&M (1983)

Light Fuse, Get Away Volcano (1998)

Vigilantes of Love Audible Sigh Compass (2000)

One of Athens’ most underrated wordsmiths, Vigilantes of Love main man Bill Mallonee was ranked by Paste magazine as one of the top 100 greatest living songwriters. This album is a fine showcase of his provocative and compelling lyrics, and it also marks the band’s debut on Capricorn. Vigilantes of Love reformed in ‘08 after a seven-year hiatus, so look out for upcoming shows in town.

Drive-By Truckers Southern Rock Opera Soul Dump (2001)/Lost Highway (2002)

A two-disc journey into the depths of the Truckers’ Southern hearts, Southern Rock Opera is at once a tribute to the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd and a memoir of the founding members of the DBTs. In the spirit of DIY Athens, the band asked its fans for help funding the album and made good on its promise to pay it back.

Southern Rock Opera introduced the world to the Drive-By Truckers and left fans crying tears of joy into their beers.

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Essential Athens Albums

Liz Durrett

The Whigs

Previously known mostly as the niece of Chesnutt, Liz Durrett came into her own and won the hearts of critics with this striking release. Her weary yet delicate vocals are laid bare over sparse arrangements, and the results are eerie and captivating.

The accolades just keep pouring in for this young three-piece. After being hailed as one of the top 10 “bands to watch” by Rolling Stone, The Whigs were able to put time and money into polishing this sophomore gem. Produced by Rob Schnapf (Beck, Elliott Smith), Mission Control is urgent, dynamic and infectious.

Outside Our Gates WARM Electronic Recordings (2008)

Five Eight Fight Eight (2004)

This high energy release was Five Eight’s sixth album, but in many ways feels like the group’s debut. Cathartic, raw and emotional, it gave Five Eight a second wind and hit single in “Square Peg.”

Of Montreal Sunlandic Twins Polyvinyl (2005)

If anyone needed proof that kooky music still resided in Athens in the post-Neutral Milk Hotel era, Sunlandic Twins was the album to turn to. Though most found out about it through a restaurant commercial, the album was a creative success. Part electronic, part dance, part funk, and all fun, Of Montreal’s eighth studio album proves that no matter what, in Athens, the music matters.

Vic Chesnutt Dark Developments Orange Twin (2008)

Cherished at home and widely respected across Europe as well, Chesnutt is a poignant, fearless writer with poetry in his heart. With 13 solos albums under his belt, almost any record could be singled out for its unique strengths, but this recent recording is a certain highlight as it features a stunning collaboration with Elephant 6ers Elf Power.

Harvey Milk

Life…the Best Game in Town Hydra Head (2008) Largely ignored, except locally, during the ‘90s, Harvey Milk gained a world-wide wordof-mouth following based on its music residing smack dab at the crossroads of heavy metal, growling doom rock and tooth-shattering, noisy tedium. Life…The Best Game In Town is the latest in a string of critically acclaimed releases and features the addition of esteemed bassist Joe Preston (Melvins, Earth, Thrones). Overall, though, the album is entirely representative of the only Athens band that not only makes the apocalypse seem inevitable, but imminent.

Dark Meat Universal Indians Vice Records (2008)

Unlike any other local band in size or scope, Dark Meat is a circus of garage rock psychedelia—swelling at times to 10 members or more.

With a tight horn section and loose everything else, Dark Meat scored a fair amount of buzz with this release paired with a colorfully chaotic live show, and the members have piled into their big green bus to traverse the U.S. on several tours.

Mission Control ATO (2008)

Dead Confederate Wrecking Ball Razor & Tie (2008)

Another young band with a bright future ahead of itself, Dead Confederate’s debut release has been lauded by critics. AV Club went as far as to credit the band with starting a new genre, an “alt-country/grunge hybrid.” The success of this record alone has taken DC on tour across the U.K., on tour with Dinosaur Jr. in the States and booked on late night television with Conan O’Brien.

Tomorrow’s Stars…

There are literally hundreds of albums written and released by Athens artists every year and new bands emerging weekly in all genres. If you want to learn more about tomorrow’s stars today, browse through the music directory at www.Flagpole.com/MusicDirectory for a list of musicians, venues, studios, rehearsal spaces and more. If you’ve come to town to start a band, make sure to add your project to the list!

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In a lot of ways, Athens is one big music venue. Melody and rhythm surge throughout the town, and our multitude of musicians set up shop anywhere and everywhere. There are performers in the streets, at our farmers’ market, in the bowling alley, on the UGA campus and in any number of bars, restaurants and parks. On any given day, almost any space can feature live music, but here is a list of the most prominent music venues and bars that host live music or DJs on a weekly basis.

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St. • 706-549-7871 Through its various locations and incarnations over three decades, the 40 Watt Club remains one of Athens’ most legendary venues. The club welcomes indie talent from all genres from across the globe on its stage. The 40 Watt Club also continues to serve as both a launching pad for local artists and a home base to which acclaimed acts like Of Montreal and the Drive-By Truckers frequently return (not to mention a handful of surprise R.E.M. gigs!). The venue has a capacity of about 500 and is mostly standing room only. www.40watt.com. Advance tickets available. 18+ Alibi 50 Gaines School Rd. • 706-549-1010 This biker-friendly bar on the Eastside hosts everything from Southern rock to classic Motown cover bands. The stage area also doubles as a dance floor as students and locals alike shake along to live music. A high energy karaoke dance party is hosted by Lynn every Thursday, and there are also regular pool tournaments, team trivia and open mic nights. www.facebook.com/alibibar. 21+ Allen’s Bar & Grill 810 Hawthorne Ave. • 706-353-6244 This legendary burger joint is known as much for its music as its eats. The B-52s name-checked the original Allen’s in the song “Deadbeat Club,” and the venue, now in a new location, still hosts a solid array of cover bands, rock acts and Americana on Fridays and Saturdays. Come for a burger, stay for the tunes! www.allensbarandgrill.com. All Ages Ashford Manor 5 Harden Hill Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-2633 Just a short 10-mile drive south of Athens lies Watkinsville, home to the lovely bed and breakfast Ashford Manor. In the summer months this becomes one hot concert destination for the whole family with its Concerts on the Lawn series. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic while they take in an array of rock, Americana and tribute acts under the stars. www.ambedandbreakfast.com. All Ages

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Caledonia Lounge 256 W. Clayton St. • 706-549-5577 On Apr. 19, 1980 R.E.M. played its first club gig here when the space was called 11:11 Club. This venue has also been home to a couple versions of the 40 Watt Club, and continues today as a hip, well-respected club that books buzz-worthy local and national talent. The intimate space holds about 200 people, and if the rock gets too intense, you can always retreat to the chairs and picnic tables in the enclosed courtyard. www.caledonialounge.com. 18+ Ciné Barcafé 234 W. Hancock Ave. • 706-353-3343 No, you won’t have to sit in theater seats to enjoy music at Ciné. The “Cinelab,” a separate room available for special event rentals, also hosts live music. Occasionally bands do take advantage of the theater screens, hosting multimedia shows or concerts that coincide with films. Ciné hosts live music every week, focusing mostly on local indie acts. www.athenscine.com. Age Restrictions Vary The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St. • 706-357-4444 Although the Classic Center’s numerous meeting halls and rental spaces are often filled with convention attendees, the majestic 2,000-seat theater and more intimate Grand Hall do host eclectic live music, theatrical performances and comedy. From alt-country giants Wilco to Grammy-award winning jazz fusion group Béla Fleck and the Flecktones, the Classic Center has welcomed all genres to its various stages. www.classiccenter.com. All Ages Club Chrome 115 Trade St. • Bogart • 706-543-9009 This new local music club, opened during the summer of 2009, features the best of rock and Southern rock on Friday and Saturday nights. www.myspace.com/ clubchromeathens. 18+ Farm 255 255 W. Washington St. • 706-549-4660 After the dinner crowd fills up and files out, Farm 255 turns into a concert destination featuring experimental rock acts, singer-songwriters, jazz soloists and even the occasional dance party DJ. The best part is most of Farm’s shows are free! So, if you hear some sweet tunes reverberating off the buildings of Washington Street, step through the gates of Farm and enjoy. Acoustic acts also play inside the restaurant for the dinner crowd. www.farm255.com. All Ages (dinner shows), 21+ (late-night)

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Fat Daddy’s 4030 Lexington Rd. • 706-353-0241 Check your pretension at the door. Fat Daddy’s is tucked away on the Eastside with a diverse clientele that welcomes students and more mature audiences alike.

A corner stage is dedicated to singer-songwriters on Monday and full bands on the weekend. With posters of Led Zeppelin, John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix and other rock idols on the wall, and a mix of country, alternative and classic rock in the jukebox, you can get a feel for the kind of bands this club books. A lively karaoke dance party is hosted by DJ Lynn Carson every Tuesday in addition to weekly pool tournaments, poker games and more. www.myspace.com/athensfatdaddys. 21+ Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St. • 706-546-0039 Flicker’s intimate stage is the ideal room for singer-songwriters to showcase their talents, but plugged-in hard rockers are more than welcome, too. Unlike most other venues in town that get cranking around 10 p.m. or later, music at Flicker usually starts around 8:30 p.m. The massive monthly calendar is always posted on the outdoor window if you want to plan your week in advance. Shows can be standing room or seated. www.myspace.com/flickerbar. 21+

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Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St. The iconic marquee of this historic venue stands as a testament to the club’s prominence and influence in the Athens music scene. The Theatre was heavily damaged on Friday, June 19, 2009 in a sudden fire. Plans to rebuild the venue are in the works. www.georgiatheatre.com.

Gnat’s Landing 1080 Baxter St. • 706-850-5858 This casual restaurant with a beachy vibe hosts singer-songwriters and mostly acoustic acts who cover blues, folk and rock. www.gnatslanding.net. All Ages Go Bar 195 Prince Ave. • 706-546-5609 On the northwest edge of town, Go Bar’s blue patio lights have long served as a beacon for local trendsetters. However, with a renovated, expanded stage area, Go Bar’s appeal has grown more eclectic, with hardcore punk acts alternating with disco dance parties and everything in between. The glowing DJ booth lights up every Friday and Saturday following the live music, and karaoke closes the night every Thursday with Dr. Fred. www.myspace.com/gobar. 21+ Harry Bissett’s Bayou Grill 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd. • 706-552-1193 The Westside location of this New Orleans-style restaurant features live music on the patio every Wednesday around 6 p.m. Performers include local acoustic singersongwriters, cover bands, Americana acts, blues and Southern rock. www.bayou. harrybissetts.net. All Ages Jot ‘Em Down Country Store & BBQ 480 Macon Hwy. • 706-549-2110 If you’re headed to this BBQ joint for tunes, walk past the straw- and tin-decorated dining area and head to the back room where a disco ball shines over a lively stage area. Once a week, usually on Saturday or Sunday, you can catch a broad range of Americana acts here, whether it’s rock, country, bluegrass or folk. www.jotemdown bbq.food.officelive.com. All Ages Level 131 131 Broad St. • 706-316-1000 From foam parties to caged female dancers, Level 131 is a sexy, funky dance club with industrial ambiance. DJs spin dance beats on Fridays and Saturdays. If you’re over 21 there is no cover before midnight. Dress code is strictly enforced. www. myspace.com/level131athens. 18+ continued on next page k

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Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave. • 706-369-3144 Hosting music alternatively on the spacious patio and indoors, Little Kings is a favorite with Americana acts and local artists from all genres. DJs also host sweaty dance parties featuring rock from all eras indoors and outdoors. Swing by on Tuesday night for a punk rock dance party or test your musical trivia knowledge on Monday nights. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub. 21+ Locos Grill & Pub 2020 Timothy Rd. • 706-549-7700 You can catch live music ranging from rock to bluegrass on Wednesday nights at the Westside location of this local restaurant chain. No cover! www.locosgrill.com.

All Ages The Loft Dance Lounge 164 E. Clayton St. • 706-613-7771 If you want to groove to top-40 hits, hip-hop and classic rockers, then this second-floor club is the spot for you Thursday through Saturday. www.myspace. com/theloftathens. 21+ The Melting Point 295 E. Dougherty St. • 706-254-6909 Come early for dinner and then hang out late for an eclectic array of live music from local and national acts. Notable recent headliners include Chuck Leavell, Leon Russell, Atlanta Rhythm Section and Francine Reed plus a host of rock, jazz, country and more! The Melting Point features superb acoustics in a refined setting with concerts held both on the main stage and outside on the patio. There’s bluegrass on Tuesdays, blues on Wednesdays and a free monthly “Hoot,” featuring local Americana. Advance tickets available. www.meltingpointathens.com. 18+ The New Earth Music Hall 227 W. Dougherty St. • 706-543-8283 Formerly the GLBT-friendly dance club Blur, The New Earth Music Hall opened its doors in August 2009. Although the 500-capacity room still caters to the counterculture crowd, there is a new emphasis on international DJs, world music and live bands with drag shows continuing on a weekly basis. The 200-capacity deck will also host daytime, all-ages events. www.newmusichall.com. 18+ No Where Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-546-4742 Just a couple bucks will get you into this intimate pool-hall bar on nights featuring live music. If there is a band playing you’ll see it through the front windows where Southern rock acts set up in the front corner. Shows are loose and fun, with bands feeding the party atmosphere. 21+ Nuçi’s Space 396 Oconee St. • 706-227-1515 This non-profit musician’s support center serves primarily as a rehearsal space with rooms and equipment for rent by the hour. Nuçi’s also offers counseling services and health resources for uninsured musicians. A part of Nuçi’s fund-raising comes from concerts hosted in its central performance area featuring a variety of local acts. Many shows are all-ages, but check the calendar for age restrictions for individual events. During the summer, local musicians teach at Camp Amped, a music education program for kids. www.nuci.org. Age Restrictions Vary The Office Lounge 2455 Jefferson Rd. • 706-546-8209 The bar formerly known as Foxz features live music and DJs Thursday through Friday and karaoke on Wednesdays. The popular happy hour destination often starts early, with some shows rocking between 6–8 p.m. Singer-songwriters, blues and rock are the favored genres here. 21+

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The Rialto Room 500 College Ave. • 706-363-8616 Celebrating its inaugural concert series in September of 2009, this state-of-theart, intimate space was designed with optimal acoustics in mind and functions primarily as a “listening room.” The Rialto Room is adjacent to the new boutique hotel in town called Hotel Indigo. www.therialtoroom.com. Age Restrictions Vary Rye Bar 140 E. Clayton St. • 706-543-9276 Don’t miss the winding staircases that lead down to this underground club. The intimate basement space is a great launching pad for new local artists, although Rye Bar has increasingly drawn eclectic, national talent as well. Shows are usually under $5. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens. 21+

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Square One Fish Co. 414 Thomas St. • 706-353-8862 Swing by this seafood restaurant for live jazz on the patio during brunch on Sundays and occasional mellow acoustic sets from 8–11 p.m. during the rest of the week. www.squareonefishco.com. All Ages Tasty World Uptown 312 E. Broad St. • 706-543-0797 Since making major renovations in the summer of 2009 and adding “Uptown” to its name, Tasty World has grown even more prominent in the local music scene. You can find a diverse range of talent on this upstairs stage, ranging from brand-new indie-rock acts to international artists like Holly Golightly and Japan. Rising stars like The Whigs and Modern Skirts played many of their earliest shows here. www. tastyworld.net. 18+ Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Rd. • 706-549-3377 After enjoying a tour of the brewery, don’t miss the live music that is booked here every Thursday, Friday and Saturday on the spacious outdoor stage. Acts are usually acoustic in the genres of folk, rock, Americana and bluegrass. www.terrapinbeer. com. All Ages Wild Wing Café 312 E. Washington St. • 706-227-9464 The downtown Athens location of this southeastern chain features live music Thursday through Saturday plus Rock Star Game Night on Wednesday and Karaoke on Tuesdays. You can find a range of artists on the cozy Wild Wing stage, but most are either acoustic songwriters, Americana-tinged bands or Southern rock. No cover to get in! www.wildwingcafe.com/athens.html. All Ages

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State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 Milledge Ave. • 706-542-1244 The University of Georgia maintains this “living laboratory” consisting of more than 300 acres and five miles of nature trails bordering the Middle Oconee River. Founded in 1968, the Garden’s mission is “to foster appreciation, understanding, and stewardship of plants and nature.” It features a wide array of gardens, including an International Garden, Native Flora Garden, Shade Garden, Heritage Garden and more.

The Visitor’s Center includes a gift shop, café (due to reopen in 2009 after renovations) and three-story conservatory. Classes, seminars and art exhibitions are offered all year long, for all ages. No smoking and no pets allowed. www.uga.edu/botgarden

ming pool (seasonal), tennis courts (including covered courts), a paved walking path and a picnic area. It hosts the Athens Farmers’ Market from May through November and (depending in recent years on available funds) fireworks on the Fourth of July.

All county parks are run by Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services (706-613-3800, www.accleisureservices.com) and are open during daylight hours. Call for seasonal schedules. No smoking is allowed in ACC parks.

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr. • 706-613-3589 Julius F. Bishop Park, named for a former City of Athens mayor, is home to a range of youth sports, including the area’s premier gymnastics program, Athens-Clarke Gymnastics Academy. The park features athletic fields, basketball courts, a playground, swim-

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Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr. • 706-613-3580 Memorial Park encompasses 72 acres in Athens’ historic Five Points neighborhood. It has a swimming pool (seasonal), three-acre lake, picnic shelters, playground and an enclosed dog park. The Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail is also located here, with a small zoo that houses indigenous animals such as eagles, bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, owls and an alligator.

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North Oconee River Greenway 205 Old Commerce Rd. • 706-613-3615 The North Oconee River Greenway is a “linear park” that links local parks, neighborhoods and community centers. The 3.5 mile-long Greenway covers about 150 acres all totaled. The 10-foot-wide concrete path connects to Cook’s Trail at Sandy Creek Nature Center, and follows the North Oconee River south from the nature center to downtown and Dudley Park.

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd. • 706-613-3615 The Sandy Creek Nature Center covers 225 acres of woodlands, wetlands and field ecosystems, with more than four miles of hiking trails throughout them all. The Nature Center is an educational preserve that connects to the 4.1-mile Cook’s Trail and to the North Oconee River Greenway. Educational programs

and classes are held in the center’s ENSAT Building (slated for expansion this winter). The Environment, Natural Science and Appropriate Technology Center includes live reptiles and amphibians, a natural science resource library, interactive exhibits and a gift shop. You can also explore a 19th-century log house and search through what’s left of a brick factory more than 100 years old.

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd. • 706-613-3631 Sandy Creek Park covers 782 acres surrounding Lake Chapman, making it the largest of the county’s parks. It offers picnic sites, hiking trails, horse trails, playgrounds, fishing spots and is home to a disc golf course. It has a free public dog park, but you can also rent one of three private dog parks at $1 per dog per hour. The park also gives you access to basic campsites and rental equipment: canoes, sports equipment and more. There is a $2 entrance fee, ages 4–64, and an additional $1 per person charge for disc golf.

Ben Burton Park 616 Mitchell Bridge Rd. • 706-613-3800 Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd. • 706-613-3624 East Athens Community Center 400 McKinley Dr. • 706-613-3593 Heritage Park 2543 Macon Hwy. • Watkinsville • 706-769-3965 Holland Youth Sports Complex 250 Vincent Dr. • 706-613-3604 North Oconee River Park 300 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. • 706-613-3615 Pittard Park North Church St. • Winterville • 706-742-8600 Reese & Pope Park 375 Reese St. • 706-613-3800 Rocksprings Neighborhood Center 105 Columbus Ave. • 706-613-3602 Satterfield Park 3028 Cherokee Rd. • 706-613-3589 Thomas N. Lay Park 297 Hoyt St. • 706-613-3596 Wesley Whitehead Park 495 Cherokee Rd. • Winterville • 706-742-8600

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Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd. • 706-613-3871 The main attractions at this 124-acre park are the World of Wonder Playground and the Skate Park of Athens. The largest volunteer-built playground in the state of Georgia, the World of World is located off the park’s Whit Davis Road entrance. It is a unique 1,700-square-foot mixture of slides, swings, bridges and mazes, and after four months of structural repairs in early 2009, it’s better than ever. The Skate Park features 14,000 square feet of ramps, bowls, rails and more. It is open to BMX bikers and skateboarders. The park offers softball and soccer fields, tennis courts, a half-mile walking/jogging path, nature trails and Wiggley Field, which is two free dog parks in one: one for small dogs and another for larger dogs.

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Downtown Best Western Colonial Inn 170 N. Milledge Ave. • 706-546-7311 $69.95–$79.95. 70 rooms. Continental breakfast. Free high-speed Internet.

Small pets welcome (extra fee) and heated pool. www.bestwestern.com/ colonialinnathens.

Comfort Suites 255 North Ave. • 706-995-4000 $94 (seasonal rates apply). Free continental breakfast and daily newspaper. Pool, sauna and exercise room, business center. High-speed Internet.

Refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer and ironing board in all rooms. Small pets with fee. www.comfortsuites.com.

Courtyard by Marriott 166 N. Finley St. • 706-369-7000 $109–$159. 105 rooms. Restaurant open for breakfast only, with an honor bar (with beer) available in the evenings. All rooms have an iron, ironing board, hairdryer and coffee maker.

Wired and wireless Internet, outdoor pool, whirlpool and exercise facility. www.marriott.com/AHNCY. Days Inn 230 N. Finley St. • 706-543-6511 $64–$80. 75 rooms. Continental breakfast, free high-speed Internet and pool. www.daysinn.com.

Foundry Park Inn & Spa 295 E. Dougherty St. • 706-623-0296 Seasonal rates. 119 guest rooms and suites. Dining: Hoyt House Restaurant and the Melting Point. Full-service day spa, conference center (groups

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10–400), outdoor pool with sun deck, valet laundry service and complimentary shuttle service (upon availability). www.foundryparkinn.com.

indoor pool. High-speed Internet, coffee maker and ironing boards in all rooms.

Small pets (with fee). www.hi-athens. com.

Gameday Condominiums 250 W. Broad St. • 706-583-4500 $129–$200 (corporate and group rates available). 1, 2 and 3 bedroom luxury suites, furnished, full kitchen, washer/ dryer in room. Located downtown, walking distance to UGA campus. Complimentary gameday shuttle available. www.stayatgameday.com.

Holiday Inn Express 513 W. Broad St. • 706-546-8122 Starting at $109 plus tax. 160 rooms.

Free deluxe continental breakfast. Business center, pool and exercise center.

All rooms have high-speed Internet, expanded basic cable with HBO and coffee maker. www.hi-athens.com.

Georgia Center Hotel 1197 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-542-1181 $99–$109 (seasonal rates apply). 200 newly-renovated guest rooms and suites. Dining: Savannah Room and Courtyard Café. Gift shop. Located in the Georgia Center for Continuing Education. Reservations: 1-888-295-8894. www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/hotel.

Hilton Garden Inn 390 E. Washington St. • 706-353-6800 $129–$179. 185 luxury rooms. Large breakfast restaurant, piano bar and lounge, meeting rooms, business center, pool, whirlpool and fitness center.

All rooms include an entertainment center, high-speed Internet, microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. No pets allowed. Across the street from the Classic Center. www.hiltongardeninn. com.

Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave. • 888-928-4367 $159 starting rate (seasonal specials may apply). Downtown Athens’ newest hotel, opening September ‘09 and applying for LEED Gold green-building certification. 130 guest rooms, including 12 suites, with hardwood floors and spa-like showers. Also: art gallery, bar/ lounge with outdoor patio and occasional live music, and “Rialto Room” special-events venue. www.athens downtownhotel.com.

Travelodge 898 W. Broad St. • 706-549-5400 $45–$150. Free continental breakfast.

Outdoor pool. Rooms include coffee maker, 25” TV with HBO/ Cinemax, hairdryer, iron, ironing board, microwave and microfridge, free wireless access. www.travelodge.com.

Westside/Mall

Holiday Inn 197 E. Broad St. • 706-549-4433 $105–$125. 305 rooms. Dining: Ginkgo Tree Restaurant and Lounge. Business center, jacuzzi, exercise center and

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America’s Best Inn 2715 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-549-1530 $40–$100 (seasonal rates apply). 45 rooms. Continental breakfast. All rooms

have cable with HBO, CNN, ESPN and free local calls. No pets. www.americas bestinn.com.

Campus Inn 3425 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-549-0251 $35. Jacuzzi. Some rooms have kitchenettes. Laundry and fax services are available.

Candlewood Suites 156 Classic Rd. • 706-548-9663 $54–$89. Extended stay is welcome. 97 rooms. Full kitchen & cooking utensils.

Granite countertops and hardwood floors. 24-hr gym. Pet-friendly. Free use of washers/dryers. Free book/DVD lending. www.candlewoodsuites.com.

Comfort Inn 3980 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-227-9700 $87.99–$92.99 (seasonal rates apply).

Continental breakfast. Pool, exercise room and business center equipt with free high-speed Internet. Refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and ironing board in all rooms. www.comfortinn. com.

Country Inn & Suites 236 Old Epps Bridge Rd. • 706-612-9100 $99–$189. Continental breakfast.

Indoor pool, jacuzzi and health club.

Free high-speed Internet. Refrigerator and microwave in all rooms. www. countryinns.com.

Hampton Inn 2220 W. Broad St. • 706-548-9600 $109 (seasonal rates apply). Free breakfast. Exercise room, business center and pool. High-speed wireless Internet,

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hairdryer, ironing board, coffee maker and HBO in all rooms. No pets. www. hampton-inn.com.

Howard Johnson 2465 W. Broad St. • 706-548-1111 $49.99–$59.99. Free breakfast buffet. Pool and free wireless Internet.

Refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron, ironing board, pay-perview TV and Nintendo in all rooms. Free local and long distance calling. www. hojo.com.

Microtel Inn 1050 Ultimate Dr. • 706-548-5676 $49–$69 (seasonal rates apply). Continental breakfast. Expanded cable with HBO, ESPN, refrigerator and microwave in every room. Free wireless Internet and local/long distance calls. Located across from Target. www microtelinn. com.

In Lands Not So FAR Ashford Manor 5 Harden Hill Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-2633 $89–$199 (seasonal rates apply).

Six guest rooms in an 1893 Victorian manor house on a five-acre estate. Private baths, bathrobes, coffee maker and fridge in all rooms. Dogs welcome. Free wireless Internet. Ages 16 and up. www. ambedandbreakfast.com.

Butler Motor Inn 173 S. Main St. • Watkinsville • 706-769-7781 $38–$46. Free cable, direct-dial phone, kitchenette (with microwave and refrigerator) included.

Perimeter Inn 3791 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-548-3000 $56–$82. Continental breakfast. Pool and free local calls. All rooms have HBO and a refrigerator. www.perimeterinn. com.

Rivendell Bed & Breakfast 3581 Barnett Shoals Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-4522 $85–$130. All rooms have private bath.

English-style country home located on 11 acres along the Oconee River. High ceilings, large windows and two giant fireplaces. High-speed wireless Internet.

Bridal suite has adjoining bath with jacuzzi. www.negia.net/~rivendel.

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Bed & Breakfast - The Colonels’ on Angel Oaks Farm 3890 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-559-9595 $115–$185. Seven rooms and three suites, most with a private bath, in a circa-1860 mansion. European antiques imported from an 18th-century Belgian chateau. Horses, 30 acres, pond and walking trails with direct access to natural areas. TV/ DVD/ VCR, cable and high-speed Internet. Security. 15 min. from downtown and UGA. Reservations: reservations@thecolonels.net. www. thecolonels.net.

Bell Acres Resort 158 Bell Acres Rd. • Maysville • 800-432-1436 Tent camping: $10 plus daily grounds fees. RV hookups: $15–$20. Cabins: $45. Family-oriented, clothing-optional resort with swimming pool, hot tub, hiking trails, volleyball, laundry facility, workout room and clubhouse. www. bellacres.com.

Intown Suites 2044 S. Milledge Dr. • 706-355-3121 $149.99–$189.99 per week. Kitchen with full-size refrigerator/ freezer, free high-speed Internet and cable with HBO in all rooms. Security, on-site laundry. www.intownsuites.com.

North Athens Bulldog Inn 1225 Commerce Rd. • 706-543-3611 $47. On weekends, all rooms are $52.

During special events, $78. Pool.

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Pine Lake 5540 High Shoals Rd. • Bishop • 706-769-5486 Tent camping: $20 plus $3 per additional person (over two); RV hookups: $28-$30. Campsites with nature trails, store, fishing, restrooms, bath house, playground and cooking shed. Checks/ cash only.

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd. • 706-613-3631 $10 per campsite, plus $2 per person to get into the park. Sandy Creek offers wilderness camping only with lake, fishing, swimming, hiking, dog parks and horse trails. 700+ acres. See Parks.

Reservations recommended, www.sandy creekpark.com.

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Restaurant, Bar & Club Index American Add Drug Store 1695 S. Lumpkin St., 706-548-2239; p. 28 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar 2226 W. Broad St., 706-543-1339; p. 29

Athens Regional Medical Center 1199 Prince Ave.,

706-475-7000; p. 29 Beef O’ Brady’s 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-850-1916; p. 30 Brett’s Casual American Restaurant 3190 Atlanta Hwy., 706-850-1395; p. 36 Broad Street Bar & Grill 311 E. Broad St., 706-548-5187; p. 36 Buffalo’s Southwest Café 196 Alps Rd., 706-354-6655; p. 36 Café on Prince 595 Prince Ave., 706-433-1782; p. 37 Chili’s Grill & Bar 183 Alps Rd., 706-613-5405; p. 38 Courtyard Café 1197 S. Lumpkin St., 706-542-2633; p. 39 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store 1913 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-208-0304; p. 40 Fatz Café 4115 Lexington Rd., 706-425-8780; p. 42 Fuel Tavern & Grill 1194 Prince Ave., 706-208-1223; p. 43 Georgian Southeastern Chop House 247 E. Washington St., 706-549-7901; p. 44 The Ginkgo Tree Restaurant & Lounge 197 E. Broad St., 706-549-4433; p. 44 Gnat’s Landing 1080 Baxter St., 706-850-5858; p. 44 Hilltop Grille 2310 W. Broad St., 706-353-7667; p. 46 IHOP Restaurant 1180 Baxter St., 706-354-1356; 1061 Parkway Pl., 706-353-0344; p. 47 Kingpins Bowl & Brew 2451 Jefferson Rd., 706-546-4746; p. 48 Locos Grill & Pub 1985 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-208-0911; 581 S. Harris St., 706-548-7803; 2020 Timothy Rd., 706-549-7700; p. 50 Logan’s Roadhouse 3668 Atlanta Hwy., 706-227-9890; p. 50 Longhorn Steakhouse 196 Alps Rd., 706-548-1341; p. 50 The Melting Point 295 E. Dougherty St., 706-549-7051; p. 53 Outback Steakhouse 3585 Atlanta Hwy., 706-613-6015; p. 54 Piccadilly Cafeteria 3700 Atlanta Hwy., 706-353-0030; p. 55 Porterhouse Grill 459 E. Broad St., 706-369-0990; p. 55 Rafferty’s Restaurant & Bar 15 Huntington Rd., 706-613-0045; p. 55 Red Lobster 1956 W. Broad St., 706-549-5376; p. 55 Ryan’s Family Steakhouse 1021 Dowdy Rd., 706-543-8203; p. 56 The Savannah Room 1197 S. Lumpkin St., 706-542-6341; p. 57 Square One Fish Co. 414 Thomas St., 706-353-8862; p. 58

Asian Athens Sushi Bar Utage 440 E. Clayton St., 706-227-9339; p. 29 Chef Ming 1720 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-552-3233; p. 38 China Delight 1971 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville 30677, 706-769-9221; p. 38

China Star Super Buffet 3567 Atlanta Hwy., 706-316-3382; p. 38 China Wok 2475 Jefferson Rd., 706-353-3399; p. 38 Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express 1055 Gaines School Rd., 706-543-8888; 1021 Parkway Blvd., 706-353-8889; p. 30 Cozy Yum Yum 179 Jackson St., 706-208-1747; p. 39 Doc Chey’s Noodle House 320 E. Clayton St., 706-546-0015; p. 41 Eat Hibachi 131 E. Broad St., 706-548-7441; p. 41 Golden Dragon 126 Alps Rd., 706-552-1688; 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-353-8897; p. 45 Golden Sun Chinese Restaurant 4375 Lexington Rd., 706-549-3388; p. 45 Happy China Buffet 2301 College Station Rd., 706-552-3388; p. 45 Hibachi Express Inoko 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-354-0079; 2061 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville, 706-769-7088; 3190 Atlanta Hwy., 706-425-8828; p. 46 Hibachi Grill 2051 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville, 706-310-1541; p. 46 Inoko Japanese Steak & Seafood House 161 Alps Rd., 706-546-8589; p. 47 Inoko Sushi Express 2301 College Station Rd., 706-546-5662; p. 47 Just Pho…and More 1063 Baxter St., 706-850-1420; p. 48 Kui Aura Hibachi and Grill 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-850-5905; p. 49

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Main Moon Restaurant 2061 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville, 706-769-8686; p. 51

Peking Restaurant (Eastside) 1935 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-549-0274; p. 54

Peking Restaurant (Westside) 2725 Atlanta Hwy., 706-549-9333; p. 54

Ru San’s 196 Alps Rd., 706-552-0488; p. 56 Shoki Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar 10 Huntington Rd., 706-227-1933; p. 57 Shokitini 251 W. Clayton St., 706-353-7933; p. 57 Siri Thai Cuisine 367 Prince Ave., 706-548-7667; p. 57 Thai Spoon 149 N. Lumpkin St., 706-548-9222; p. 59 Tokyo Sushi Rock 259 E. Broad St., 706-549-0545; p. 59

Coffee Houses & Bakeries Barnes and Noble Café 3650 Atlanta Hwy., 706-354-1195; p. 30 Baskin-Robbins/Dunkin’ Donuts 771 Prince Ave., 706-548-3444; p. 30

Big City Bread Cafe 393 N. Finley St., 706-353-0029; p. 30 Black Forest Bakery & Deli 1040 Gaines School Rd.,

706-549-3752; p. 31 Café Marigold 135 Cherokee Rd., Winterville, 706-742-0044; p. 37 Ciné Barcafé 234 W. Hancock Ave., 706-353-3343; p. 38 Cups Coffee Café 1911 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-208-8131; p. 40 The Daily Neighborhood Deli 2971 Monroe Hwy., Watkinsville, 678-661-0303; p. 40 Espresso Royale Caffe 297 E. Broad St., 706-613-7449; p. 41 Ike and Jane 1307 Prince Ave., 706-850-1580; p. 47 Jittery Joe’s Coffee 1210 S. Milledge Ave., 706-208-1979; 1480 Baxter St., 706-548-1099; 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-354-8000; 27 Greensboro Hwy., Watkinsville, 706-769-4280; Athens Technical College, Building 700, 706-353-0021; p. 47 Jittery Joe’s Roasting Company 780 E. Broad St., 706-227-2161; p. 47 Krispy Kreme Doughnuts 3703 Atlanta Hwy., Bogart, 706-208-0628; p. 49 O.K. Coffee 225 College Ave., 706-369-6650; p. 53 Red Eye Coffee 297 Prince Ave., 706-369-6850; p. 55 Seattle’s Best Coffee 196 Alps Rd. (Borders), 706-583-8647; p. 57 Starbucks 100 College Ave., 706-543-0114; 2301 College Station Rd. (Kroger), 706-353-8543; 1720 Epps Bridge Rd. (Kroger), 706-583-8900; 10 Huntington Rd., 706-353-6632; 1761 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-353-2206; p. 58 Trappeze Pub 269 W. Washington St., 706-543-8997; p. 60 Two Story Coffeehouse 1680 Lumpkin St., 706-850-5422; p. 60 Walker’s Coffee & Pub 128 College Ave., 706-543-1433; p. 60

Downhome & BBQ Angie’s Place 10336 Hwy. 72 W., Hull, 706-546-6141; p. 29 Barbecue Shack 4320 Lexington Rd., 706-613-6752; p. 29 Bill’s Barbecue 10010 Fortson Store Rd., Hull, 706-549-4949; p. 31 Bread Basket 723 Boulevard, 706-548-3412; p. 36 Chonell’s Home Cooking 2361 W. Broad St., 706-549-2114; p. 38 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2131 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, 706-705-1326; p. 40

Downhome Cooking 145 Epps Bridge Rd., 706-850-5161; p. 41 Food for the Soul 1965 W. Broad St., 706-546-0052; p. 43 Fresh Air Bar-B-Que 1110 Hull Rd., 706-546-6060; 5170 Atlanta Hwy., Bogart, 770-725-5227; p. 43

Gateway Café 401 North Ave., 706-548-5630; p. 43 Gourmet BBQ & Catering 1971 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, 706-769-4047; p. 45

Harry’s Pig Shop 2425 Jefferson Rd., 706-612-9219; p. 46 Hollis Famous Ribs 1660 W. Broad St., 706-543-2234; p. 46 Hot Thomas Barbecue 3753 Highway 15, Watkinsville, 706-769-6550; p. 46

Jot ‘Em Down Country Store & BBQ 480 Macon Hwy., 706-549-2110; p. 48

Peaches Fine Foods 840 W. Broad St., 706-613-5334; p. 54 Plantation Buffet 1055 Gaines School Rd., 706-543-3332; 1119 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy., 706-353-3663; p. 55

Shane’s Rib Shack 196 N. Milledge Ave., 706-548-4650; p. 57 Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q 3755 Atlanta Hwy., 706-546-0385; p. 57

Strickland’s Restaurant 4723 Atlanta Hwy., Bogart, 706-548-7003; p. 58

Weaver D’s Fine Foods 1016 E. Broad St., 706-353-7797; p. 60 Wilson’s Soul Food 351 N. Hull St., 706-353-7289; p. 61 The Woods BBQ & Pizza 11661 Hwy. 441 N. (J&J Flea Market), 706-613-2410; p. 61

Zeb Dean’s Barbecue 5742 Hwy. 29 N., Danielsville, 706-795-2701; p. 61

Ice Cream & Smoothies Baskin-Robbins/Dunkin’ Donuts 771 Prince Ave., 706-548-3444; p. 30

Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop 105 College Ave., 706-208-0031; p. 30

Creative Cookies & Creamery 1880 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-548-5888; p. 39

Hodgson’s Pharmacy 1260 S. Milledge Ave., 706-543-7386; p. 46 Marble Slab Creamery 1591 S. Lumpkin St., 706-543-2334; p. 51 Planet Smoothie 184 College Ave., 706-353-8181; p. 55 Rita’s Italian Ice 2080 Timothy Rd., 706-354-0212; p. 56 Smoothie King 1591 S. Lumpkin St., 706-613-2600; 1993 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-850-0962; 2361 W. Broad St., 706-369-3111; p. 57

Sweet Retreat 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville, 706-310-1950; p. 58 Italian & Pizza

A Tavola! 237 Prince Ave., 706-549-7520; p. 28 Amici Italian Café 233 E. Clayton St., 706-353-0000; p. 29 Angelo’s Italian Restaurant 275 E. Clayton St., 706-549-2228; p. 29

Bulldawg Pizza, Wings & More 2026 S. Milledge Ave., 706-355-3294; p. 36

Carrabba’s Italian Grill 3194 Atlanta Hwy., 706-546-9938; p. 37 Chuck E. Cheese’s 3654 Atlanta Hwy., 706-353-6715; p. 38 Cici’s Pizza 3190 Atlanta Hwy., 706-613-2424; p. 38 DePalma’s Italian Café 401 E. Broad St., 706-354-6966;

1965 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-369-0085; 2467 Jefferson Rd., 706-552-1237; p. 40 Ferrando’s Italian Pizzeria 1260 Mars Hill Rd., Watkinsville, 706769-5552; 2080 Timothy Rd., 706-559-4444; p. 42 Fox’s Pizza Den 2971 Monroe Hwy., Watkinsville, 678-661-0220; 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-850-7240; p. 43 Gumby’s Pizza 496 Baxter St., 706-543-5000; p. 45 La Dolce Vita 323 E. Broad St., 706-353-3911; p. 49 Little Italy 125 N. Lumpkin St., 706-613-7100; p. 50 Mama Sid’s Pizza 2240 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-549-6100; p. 51 Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St., 706-613-0892; p. 53 Mirko Pasta 1040 Gaines School Rd., 706-850-5641; 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville, 706-310-1233; p. 53 The Olive Garden 3666 Atlanta Hwy., 706-227-2225; p. 53 Peppino’s 2597 S. Milledge Ave., 706-613-1616; p. 55 Rosario’s Trattoria 2061 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, 706-705-1367; p. 56 Sons of Italy 2095 S. Milledge Ave., 706-543-2516; p. 57 Stevi B’S Pizza 122 Alps Rd., 706-208-9552; p. 58 Transmetropolitan 145 E. Clayton St., 706-613-8773; 1550 Oglethorpe Ave., 706-549-5112; p. 59 The Woods BBQ & Pizza 11661 Hwy. 441 N. (J&J Flea Market), 706-613-2410; p. 61 Your Pie 196 Alps Rd., 706-549-3179; 1591 S. Lumpkin St., 706-850-7424; p. 61

Mexican & South American

Mama Shug’s Country Kitchen 315 Athens Rd., Winterville,

Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 1376 Prince Ave.,

Mayflower Restaurant 171 E. Broad St., 706-548-1692; p. 51 Paul’s Bar-B-Q 124 E. Main St., Lexington, 706-338-5099; p. 54

Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina 259 E. Clayton St.,

706-742-7790; p. 51

706-543-1500; 2080 Timothy Rd., 706-543-0154; p. 28

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1739 S. Lumpkin St., 706-548-1866; 1880 Epps Bridge Pkwy, 706-354-0300; p. 29 Cactus Café 2061 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, 706-310-1522; p. 37 Cali ‘N’ Tito’s 1427 S. Lumpkin St., 706-227-9979; p. 37 Dos Palmas Restaurant & Cantina 3523 Atlanta Hwy., 706-353-7771; p. 41 El Azteca 1280 Oconee St., 706-549-2639; p. 41 El Paisano 478 North Ave., 706-353-0346; p. 41 La Estrella 400 Hawthorne Ave., 706-353-8557; p. 49 La Fiesta #1 995 Hawthorne Ave., 706-548-4261; p. 49 La Fiesta #2 1395 College Station Rd., 706-549-5933; p. 49 La Rosita 840 Hull Rd., 706-543-8854; p. 49 Las Conchitas Caliente 1354 Prince Ave., 706-353-2500; p. 49 Los Comales 211 Tallassee Rd., 706-549-7405; p. 50 Mexicali Grille 2301 College Station Rd., 706-546-9200; p. 53 Moe’s Southwest Grill 1320 Baxter St., 706-369-7776; p. 53 On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina 3640 Atlanta Hwy., 706-543-2299; p. 53 Picante’s Mexican Grill 151 E. Broad St., 706-369-1930; p. 55 Sr. Sol 175 Tallassee Rd., 706-546-1570; p. 58 Taco Stand 670 N. Milledge Ave., 706-549-2894; 247 E. Broad St., 706-549-1446; 2270 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-549-5481; 2131 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, 706-769-3233; p. 59 Taqueria Del Sol 334 Prince Ave., 706-353-3890; p. 59 Taqueria El Ranchito 645 Danielsville Rd., 706-559-0018; p. 59 Taqueria La Jalisco 3750 Old Jefferson Rd., 706-316-3560; p. 59 Taqueria La Parrilla 2439 Jefferson Rd., 706-549-4977; 1431 Capital Ave., Watkinsville, 706-310-9991; p. 59 Willy’s Mexicana Grill 196 Alps Rd., 706-548-1920; p. 61 Yo Spicy Mexican Restaurant 1074 Baxter St., 706-850-0611; p. 61

Sandwiches, Burgers & Chicken A-OK Cafe 154 College Ave., 706-355-3002; p. 28 Allen’s Bar & Grill 810 Hawthorne Ave., 706-353-6244; p. 28 Black Forest Bakery & Deli 1040 Gaines School Rd., 706-549-3752; p. 31

Blazer’s Hot Wings 1462 Glenn Carrie Rd., Hull, 706-208-0705; p. 31

Blind Pig Tavern 485 Baldwin St., 706-548-3442; p. 31 The Burger & Cheesesteak Factory 227 Prince Ave., 706-546-0177; p. 37

Café Marigold 135 Cherokee Rd., Winterville, 706-742-0044; p. 37 Chelsea’s Gentlemen’s Club 1051 Baxter St., 706-549-2904; p. 38 Clocked! 259 W. Washington St., 706-548-9175; p. 39 Cookies & Co. Café 216 E. Clayton St., 706-353-2461; p. 39 The Daily Neighborhood Deli 2971 Monroe Hwy., Watkinsville, 678-661-0303; p. 40 Fat Daddy’s 4030 Lexington Rd., 706-353-0241; p. 42 Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-549-9081; 101 College Ave., 706-549-2811; p. 43 Five Points Deli & More 1650 S. Lumpkin St., 706-546-8915; 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-546-8915; p. 43 Floyd’s Grill 64 N. Main St., Watkinsville, 706-769-8669; p. 43 The Globe 199 N. Lumpkin St., 706-353-4721; p. 44 The Grill 171 College Ave., 706-543-4770; p. 45 Gyro Wrap 175 E. Broad St., 706-543-9071; p. 45 HoneyBaked Ham Co. & Café 3690 Atlanta Hwy., 706-613-8800; p. 46 Ike and Jane 1307 Prince Ave., 706-850-1580; p. 47 Jason’s Deli 140 Alps Rd., 706-425-4950; p. 47 Jersey Mike’s Subs 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy., 706-543-4114; p. 47 Jimmy John’s Gourmet Subs 525 Baxter St., 706-613-0500; p. 47 Krimson Kafe 40 Greensboro Hwy., Watkinsville, 706-310-0888; p. 48 Larry’s Giant Subs 1720 Epps Bridge Rd., 706-227-7298; 196 Alps Rd., 706-353-4733; p. 49 Lucky Dawg Billiards 1120 Mitchell Bridge Rd., 706-354-7829; p. 50 Lucky Wings 1005 Baxter St., 706-353-3011; p. 50 McAlister’s Deli 2440 W. Broad St., 706-369-6700; p. 51 Panera Bread 3151 Atlanta Hwy., 706-546-6812; p. 54 The Pita Pit 123 N. Jackson St., 706-552-0052; p. 55 Raising Cane’s 795 Baxter St., 706-548-2008; p. 55 Red Rooster 558 W. Broad St., 706-549-1668; p. 56 The Royal Peasant 1675 S. Lumpkin St., 706-549-7920; p. 56 Schlotzsky’s Deli 1490 Baxter St., 706-543-2518; p. 57 The Varsity 1000 W. Broad St., 706-548-6325; p. 60 Which Wich? Superior Sandwiches 167 E. Broad St., 706-583-9424; p. 60

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Wild Wing Cafe 312 E. Washington St., 706-227-9464; p. 60 Wingster Café 521 Baxter St., 706-583-9611; p. 60 WOW Café & Wingery 1260 S. Milledge Ave., 706-543-5510; p. 61 Something Different Aromas 1235 S. Milledge Ave., 706-208-0059; p. 29 The Basil Press 104 E. Washington St., 706-227-8926; p. 30 Big City Bread Cafe 393 N. Finley St., 706-353-0029; p. 30 The Big Easy Café 20 Greensboro Hwy., Watkinsville 30677,

706-769-3030; p. 31 Casa Mia 269 N. Hull St., 706-227-4444; p. 37 Charminar 1745 Hwy. 29 N., 706-543-0793; p. 37 Copper Creek Brewing Company 140 E. Washington St., 706-546-1102; p. 39 Donderos’ Kitchen 584 N. Milledge Ave., 706-389-7955; p. 41 Earth Fare Café 1689 S. Lumpkin St., 706-227-1717; p. 41 East West Bistro 351 E. Broad St., 706-546-9378; p. 41 Farm 255 255 W. Washington St., 706-549-4660; p. 42 Five and Ten 1653 S. Lumpkin St., 706-546-7300; p. 42 Five Star Day Café 229 E. Broad St., 706-543-8552; 2230 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-613-1001; p. 42 Girasoles 24 Greensboro Hwy., Watkinsville, 706-310-0410; p. 44 The Grit 199 Prince Ave., 706-543-6592; p. 45 Harry Bissett’s Bayou Grill 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., 706-552-1193; p. 45 Harry Bissett’s New Orleans Café & Oyster Bar 279 E. Broad St., 706-353-7065; p. 46 Hoyt House Restaurant 295 E. Dougherty St., 706-425-0444; p. 47 KEBA Spitfire Grill 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-850-7285; p. 48 Kelly’s Jerk Wings 1583 S. Lumpkin St., 706-208-0000; p. 48 Last Resort Grill 184 W. Clayton St., 706-549-0810; p. 49 Lindsey’s Culinary Market 1238 Prince Ave., 706-353-0558; p. 49 Lumpkin Cafe 1700 S. Lumpkin St., 706-543-3122; p. 50 Mama’s Boy 197 Oak St., 706-548-6249; p. 51 Marti’s at Midday 1280 Prince Ave., 706-543-3541; p. 51 The National 232 W. Hancock Ave., 706-549-3450; p. 53 Pauley’s Original Crepe Bar 134 E. Clayton St., 706-549-0034; p. 54 Speakeasy 269 E. Broad St., 706-546-5556; p. 58 The Sultan 3812 Atlanta Hwy., Bogart, 706-543-6600; p. 58 Taste of India 131 E. Broad St., 706-559-0000; p. 59 Trappeze Pub 269 W. Washington St., 706-543-8997; p. 60 White Tiger Gourmet Food & Chocolates 217 Hiawasee Ave., 706-353-6847; p. 60

Bars & Clubs 283 Bar 283 E. Broad St., 706-208-1283; p. 28 40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., 706-549-7871; p. 18 8e’s Bar 120 E. Washington St., 706-613-1764; p. 28 Alibi 50 Gaines School Rd., 706-549-1010; p. 18, p. 28 Allen’s Bar & Grill 810 Hawthorne Ave., 706-353-6244; p. 18, p. 28 Allgood Lounge 256 E. Clayton St., 706-549-0166; p. 28 American Tavern 430 E. Clayton St., 706-543-7170; p. 29 Amici Italian Café 233 E. Clayton St., 706-353-0000; p. 29 The Arch Bar 288 N. Lumpkin St., 706-548-0300; p. 29 Aromas 1235 S. Milledge Ave., 706-208-0059; p. 29 Athens Sushi Bar Utage 440 E. Clayton St., 706-227-9339; p. 29 Barcode 166 E. Clayton St., 706-613-5557; p. 30 Barnette’s 114 College Ave., 706-546-0966; p. 30 Beef O’ Brady’s 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-850-1916; p. 30 Blind Pig Tavern 485 Baldwin St., 706-548-3442; p. 31 Blue Sky 247 E. Broad St.; p. 31 Boar’s Head 260 E. Washington St., 706-369-3040; p. 36 Bourbon Street 333 E. Broad St., 706-369-1313; p. 36 Broad Street Bar & Grill 311 E. Broad St., 706-548-5187; p. 36 Buddha Bar 431 E. Broad St., 706-208-7017; p. 36 Buffalo’s Southwest Café 196 Alps Rd., 706-354-6655; p. 36 Caledonia Lounge 256 W. Clayton St., 706-549-5577; p. 18 Casa Mia 269 N. Hull St., 706-227-4444; p. 37 Chelsea’s Gentlemen’s Club 1051 Baxter St., 706-549-2904; p. 38

Ciné Barcafé 234 W. Hancock Ave., 706-353-3343; p. 18, p. 38 City Bar 220 College Ave., 706-546-7612; p. 38 Club Chrome 115 Trade St., Bogart, 706-543-9009; p. 18, p. 39 Copper Creek Brewing Company 140 E. Washington St., 706-546-1102; p. 39

Country Rock Café 1720 Commerce Rd., 706-369-7625; p. 39 Cozy Yum Yum 179 Jackson St., 706-208-1747; p. 39 Cutters Pub 120 E. Clayton St., 706-353-9800; p. 40

DePalma’s Italian Café 401 E. Broad St., 706-354-6966; p. 40 East West Bistro 351 E. Broad St., 706-546-9378; p. 41 El Centro 175 N. Lumpkin St., 706-548-5700; p. 41 Fahrenheit 321 E. Clayton St., 706-227-2007; p. 42 Farm 255 255 W. Washington St., 706-549-4660; p. 18, p. 42 Fat Daddy’s 4030 Lexington Rd., 706-353-0241; p. 19, p. 42 Five and Ten 1653 S. Lumpkin St., 706-546-7300; p. 42 Flanagan’s 301 E. Clayton St., 706-208-9711; p. 42 Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., 706-546-0039; p. 19, p. 43

Genco Import Co. 246 E. Clayton St., 706-354-0203; p. 43 General Beauregard’s 164 E. Clayton St., 706-543-8201; p. 44 Georgia Bar 159 W. Clayton St., 706-546-9884; p. 44 Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St.; p. 19 The Ginkgo Tree Restaurant & Lounge 197 E. Broad St., 706-549-4433; p. 44

The Globe 199 N. Lumpkin St., 706-353-4721; p. 44 Gnat’s Landing 1080 Baxter St., 706-850-5858; p. 19, p. 44 Go Bar 195 Prince Ave., 706-546-5609; p. 19, p. 44 Half Moon Pub 301 E. Clayton St., 706-208-9712; p. 45 Harry Bissett’s Bayou Grill 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., 706-552-1193; p. 19, p. 45

Harry Bissett’s New Orleans Café & Oyster Bar 279 E. Broad St., 706-353-7065; p. 46

Highwire Lounge 254 W. Clayton St., 706-583-8510; p. 46 J.R.’s Baitshack 142 N. Jackson St., 706-208-9100; p. 47 Kingpins Bowl & Brew 2451 Jefferson Rd., 706-546-4746; p. 48 Lansdowne Road Irish Pub 262 College Ave., 706-208-3682; p. 49

Last Resort Grill 184 W. Clayton St., 706-549-0810; p. 49 Level 131 131 E. Broad St., 706-316-1000; p. 19, p. 49 Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., 706-369-3144; p. 20, p. 50

Locos Grill & Pub 1985 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-208-0911;

581 S. Harris St., 706-548-7803; 2020 Timothy Rd., 706-549-7700; p. 20, p. 50 The Loft Dance Lounge 164 E. Clayton St., 706-613-7771; p. 20, p. 50 Lucky Dawg Billiards 1120 Mitchell Bridge Rd., 706-354-7829; p. 50 Magnolia’s at Tasty World Uptown 312 E. Broad St., 706-543-0797; p. 50 The Manhattan Café 337 N. Hull St., 706-369-9767; p. 51 The Max Canada 243 W. Washington St., 706-254-3392; p. 51 Mell’s Place 4648 Atlanta Hwy., Bogart, 706-548-0830; p. 51 Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St., 706-613-0892; p. 52 The Melting Point 295 E. Dougherty St., 706-549-7051; p. 20, p. 53 The National 232 W. Hancock Ave., 706-549-3450; p. 53 The New Earth Music Hall 227 W. Dougherty St., 706-543-8283; p. 20, p. 31 No Where Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., 706-546-4742; p. 20, p. 53 Nuçi’s Space 396 Oconee St., 706-227-1515; p. 20 The Office Lounge 2455 Jefferson Rd., 706-546-0840; p. 20, p. 53 On the Rocks 225 E. Clayton St., 706-354-0305; p. 54 Pauley’s Original Crepe Bar 134 E. Clayton St., 706-549-0034; p. 54 Porterhouse Grill 459 E. Broad St., 706-369-0990; p. 55 The Pub at Gameday 251 W. Clayton St., 706-353-2831; p. 55 Raw 335 E. Clayton St.; p. 55 Red Rooster 558 W. Broad St., 706-549-1668; p. 56 Roadhouse 137 N. Lumpkin St., 706-613-2324; p. 56 The Royal Peasant 1675 S. Lumpkin St., 706-549-7920; p. 56 RPM 235 W. Washington St., 706-543-0428; p. 56 Rye Bar 140 E. Clayton St., 706-354-6629; p. 21, p. 57 Sandbar 220 College Ave., 706-548-1988; p. 57 Shokitini 251 W. Clayton St., 706-353-7933; p. 57 Sideways 364 E. Broad St., 706-319-1919; p. 57 Speakeasy 269 E. Broad St., 706-546-5556; p. 58 Square One Fish Co. 414 Thomas St., 706-353-8862; p. 21, p. 58 Taco Stand 247 E. Broad St., 706-549-1446; p. 59 Tasty World Uptown 312 E. Broad St., 706-543-0797; p. 21 Top Dawg Activity Bar & Nightclub 400 E. Clayton St., 706-870-6563; p. 59 Topper’s International Showbar 100 N. Jackson St., 706-613-0504; p. 59 Transmetropolitan 145 E. Clayton St., 706-613-8773; 1550 Oglethorpe Ave., 706-549-5112; p. 59 Trappeze Pub 269 W. Washington St., 706-543-8997; p. 60 The Village Idiot 400 E. Clayton St., 706-369-6678; p. 60 Walker’s Coffee & Pub 128 College Ave., 706-543-1433; p. 60 Wild Wing Cafe 312 E. Washington St., 706-227-9464; p. 21, p. 60 The Winery 429 E. Broad St., 706-613-0095; p. 61

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283 Bar 283 E. Broad St. • 706-208-1283 www.myspace.com/the283bar File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, DJs/Live Music, CC. The Look : Not the roomiest of spaces, but the close quarters breed a nice kind of coziness. Crowds can often be seen spilling out onto the granite steps. The jukebox nestled in the corner gets a lot of use, along with the intimate dance floor, and Ms. Pac-Man is a popular pastime. Many come for the assorted events: costume contests aren’t uncommon, and drunken bingo is a fixture. Drinks : Runs the gamut, from glass boots brimming with PBR to creative and expertly prepared cocktails.

8e’s Bar 120 E. Washington St. • 706-613-1764 www.myspace.com/8es File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : The totally awesome nostalgia theme is tough to miss. Posters of ’80s pop icons plaster the walls, and Madge, MJ and co. get people groovin’.

Drinks : All the usuals—standard cocktails, bargain pitchers and beer by the bottle. There’s nothing particularly retro going on behind the bar.

A Tavola!

237 Prince Ave. • 706-549-7520 File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Reservations, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look :

Fine dining that’s not overly fussy. Bottleworks location provides lots of parking and downtown proximity. Menu : Everything is high-end and house-made. Entrées include swordfish, brick-roasted cornish hen and pork scaloppini with prosciutto di parma. The pasta dishes, of course, are the bedrock, and several keep vegetarians in mind (e.g., spinach and ricotta ravioli, spaghetti with soy bolognese sauce, veggie lasagna). Premium pizzas also make up a decent portion of the menu; they come topped with a diverse array of ingredients (e.g., asparagus, scallops, calamari, lemon, artichokes, capers). $$$

A-OK Cafe 154 College Ave. • 706-355-3002 File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Fri. The Look : Small downtown space hidden away below the street. Menu : Classic deli sandwiches like egg salad and roast beef, along with combination sandwiches named after newspapers (e.g., The L.A. Times, with turkey, pastrami and cheese). Daily specials throughout the week. $

Add Drug Store 1695 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-548-2239 File Under : American. Features : Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Sat. The Look : An old-timey soda fountain and lunch counter with chrome stools.

Menu : Basic burgers, sandwiches and hot dogs. The pimento cheese sandwiches in particular have earned local notoriety. Malts, milkshakes and ice cream sodas also feel like they’re from long ago. $

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1376 Prince Ave. • 706-543-1500 2080 Timothy Rd. • 706-543-0154 File Under : Mexican and South American. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Catering, Live Music, Outside Seating (Prince Ave.), Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : A culture-rich backdrop of color, music

and lively service. Menu : Extends beyond the standards to include many tough-to-find-elsewhere authentic items.

Chunky guacamole, flautas and mole poblano are among the signature dishes. The guava, pineapple and mango milkshakes pack a refreshing punch. $$

Alibi 50 Gaines School Rd. • 706-549-1010 www.facebook.com/alibibar File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Renovated Eastside saloon with a covered patio out front and HDTVs, pool tables, pinball, darts and a jukebox inside. Stays active with karaoke, open mic jams, trivia and poker during the week and live music every weekend. Drinks : Signage speaks to the popularity of domestics, but you can also get Corona, Guinness, Beck’s and Amstel Light by the bottle. Daily specials make it easy to get buzzed on a budget.

Allen’s Bar & Grill 810 Hawthorne Ave. • 706-353-6244 www.allensbarandgrill.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Live Music, Outside Seating, Catering, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : The new version of the Allen’s that was a local institution for nearly 50 years has all of the obligatory sports bar accoutrements: pool, arcade games, a few flat-screen TVs and lots of sports paraphernalia.

Menu : The usual pub grub. Original menu items include Allen’s Burger and The Mad Dog. Drinks : Eight beers on tap, including three Terrapins. Unlike the original Allen’s, has a wide selection of liquor and wine. $$

Allgood Lounge 256 E. Clayton St. • 706-549-0166 www.allgoodlounge.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Giant, two-floor space with industrial

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accents. The oft-traveled spiral staircase leads up to a rooftop patio. Pool tables upstairs and Playstation II games downstairs. Drinks : Three full-service bars with over 150 beers and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.

Tropical drinks like frozen Pina Coladas served at the outside tiki bar.

American Tavern 430 E. Clayton St. • 706-543-7170 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, CC. The Look : Frequent destination of the student population, with pool, darts and a steady schedule of games. Drinks : Snack on wings and chicken fingers while sipping any of the 10 draft beers, including Yuengling, Dos Equis and Bud Light. SoCo and lime, bombs and Long Islands are constantly downed, too.

Amici Italian Café 233 E. Clayton St. • 706-353-0000 www.amici-cafe.com/athens File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, Live Music, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Standard wood-paneled pizzeria. A much-beloved toy train circles the ceiling. Menu : Creative pizza combinations with traditional tomato sauce in addition to pesto and white pies. Pasta, wings and sandwiches are also in no short supply. Drinks : Full bar with seven beers on tap including some Terrapins, and a good variety of wines. $$

Angelo’s Italian Restaurant 275 E. Clayton St. • 706-549-2228 File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Downtown restaurant with an intimate dining area that keeps it simple. Menu : Pasta, from spinach lasagna to lobster alfredo, prepared from scratch with the freshest ingredients. Condensed lunch menu (pizza and subs are front and center) features lower prices. $$

Angie’s Place 10336 Hwy. 72 W., Hull • 706-546-6141 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks. Hours : Breakfast, Mon.–Sat. The Look : A small, Southern-style diner, with lots of logos and catchphrases emblazoned inside and out. Menu : Hefty portions of traditional, home-cooked breakfast items (e.g. pancakes, ham, eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits and gravy) served up in a jiffy. $

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar 2226 W. Broad St. • 706-543-1339 www.applebees.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Curbside Pick-Up, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

The Arch Bar 288 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-548-0300 www.myspace.com/archbar File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Juxtaposes an elegant interior with an informal spirit to create the atmosphere of a refined saloon. Drinks : Full array of signature margaritas and martinis. The Three Mile Island, a top-shelf Long Island Iced Tea, is a specialty.

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Aromas 1235 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-208-0059 www.aromaswinebar.com File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Mon.–Th, 4 p.m.–1 a.m.

Fri, 4 p.m.–2 a.m. Sat, 2 p.m.–2 a.m. Sun, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. The Look : A quieter, more cosmopolitan class of bar in a home-y Five Points setting with rich colors, leather chairs and a fireplace. Menu : No full meals are served, just tapas (e.g., roasted almonds, freshly made hummus, proscuitto and melon, cheese plates), desserts (chocolate torte, locally made cheesecakes) and coffee. Drinks : Always stocked with a wealth of wine, but they also keep a more than adequate supply of beer and mix up a full range of cocktails.

Athens Regional Medical Center 1199 Prince Ave. • 706-475-7000 www.armc.org File Under : American. Features : Take-Out, Debit Card/ Cash Only. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : Standard cafeteria set-up. Menu : Though most wouldn’t jump to voluntarily eat hospital food, ARMC has earned a reputation for attracting the general public, not just patients and staff, because of its high-quality eats.

Selections rotate daily (go online to see what’s currently being dished out), but you’ll always find carved and grilled meats, veggies, casseroles, soup and dessert. $

Athens Sushi Bar Utage 440 E. Clayton St. • 706-227-9339 www.facebook.com/utageathens File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch, Mon.-Fri. Dinner, 7 days, Weekend Brunch. The Look : Upscale space with chic art and flat-screen TVs. Menu : Lots of specialtiy rolls like the UGA (fried asparagus, massago, tuna, white fish and spicy mayo) and the deepfried Yum Yum (tuna, cream cheese and chili sauce). All dinner entrées (with several non-sushi choices) come with soup, salad, rice and ice cream. Drinks : Japanese beers, sake, martinis and specialty cocktails. $$

Barbecue Shack 4320 Lexington Rd. • 706-613-6752 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : DriveThru, Take-Out, Checks. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Th.– Sat. The Look : Conventional Southern BBQ shack. Tables are covered with vinyl checkered tablecloths and always equipped with a pitcher of sweet tea. Menu : Pulled pork, chicken and ribs. Cole slaw, baked beans, stew and the renowned banana pudding complete the abbreviated yet classic menu. $

Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina 259 E. Clayton St. • 706-549-9008 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-549-9954 1739 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-548-1866 1880 Epps Bridge Pkwy • 706-354-0300 www.barberitos.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Margaritas (Clayton St.), Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : Bold southwestern color scheme (lots of bright reds, yellows and greens). The centerpiece of the home-grown franchise is the assembly line that’s walked by every customer. Menu : Made-to-order burritos, tacos,

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quesadillas, fajitas, salads and nachos, all of which can be easily vegan-ized with tofu. New specialty items include the Spicy Chicken Burrito and California Burrito (avocado, salsa, black beans, lettuce, rice and southwest vinaigrette dressing in a whole wheat tortilla). There are also seven meals under seven grams of fat. $

Barcode 166 E. Clayton St. • 706-613-5557 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Big, vibrant and usually packed with a diverse crowd.

First floor with an always-bustling bar and row of booths; find a few classic arcade games and pool tables upstairs.

Drinks : Over 50 varieties of tequila, and a “Tequila Club” that grants prizes for every 10 shots. Beers on draft include Murphy’s, Terrapin and High Life.

Barnes and Noble Café 3650 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-354-1195 www.barnesandnoble.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Mon.–Th, 9 a.m.–10 p.m.

Fri.–Sat, 9 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

Barnette’s 114 College Ave. • 706-546-0966 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Sleek metalwork and rugged architectural details collide in the two-story (and two-bar) College Square space. Drinks : 8 beers on tap and 50+ in bottles. Hard fruit smoothies serve as cool, invigorating pick-me-ups on hot summer afternoons.

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The Basil Press 104 E. Washington St. • 706-227-8926 www.basilpress.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Full Bar, Reservations, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : An upscale and intimate downtown corner bistro with white tablecloths and large arched windows. Menu : Contemporary Mediterranean, with most dishes falling in either the pasta (e.g., grilled vegetable ravioli, manicotti filled with spinach, ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan) or seafood (trout stuffed with brie and crab, grilled salmon, dusted oysters) categories. Other options include pork loin, strip steak, lamb shank and roast duck. Bar is stocked with the wine connoisseur in mind. $$$

Baskin-Robbins/Dunkin’ Donuts 771 Prince Ave. • 706-548-3444 www.baskinrobbins.com, www.dunkindonuts.com File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies, Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Drive-Thru, Take-Out, CC. Hours : 5 a.m.–10 p.m, 7 days.

Beef O’ Brady’s 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-850-1916 www.beefobradys.com File Under : American, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Family-friendly neighborhood pub, with plenty of TVs for sports-watching. Menu : Classic American sports bar fare like sandwiches, wraps, wings and burgers prepared in a multitude of ways, like

the Black and Bleu Burger, topped with bleu cheese and onion rings. Drinks : Pair your meal with any of the 11 beers on tap. $$

Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop 105 College Ave. • 706-208-0031 www.benandjerrys.com/athens File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies. Features : Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : 12 p.m.–12 a.m, 7 days.

Big City Bread Cafe 393 N. Finley St. • 706-353-0029 www.bigcitybreadcafe.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries, Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/ CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 6 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : Chinese elm trees and strings of lights surround a spacious, pleasant, pet-friendly patio.

Or enjoy your meal in the newly expanded dining room inside. Menu : Tofu sauté, quiche, omelettes, biscuits, pancakes and French toast in the mornings. Later, a selection of salads and fresh sandwiches on housemade breads, like the Proscuitto Parma, Smoked Turkey, Chicken Salad and Roasted Pork Cutlet. New dinner menu includes daily beef, pork and fish specials, as well as flat breads (like one topped with fried egg, apple smoked bacon, fresh tarragon, baby spinach and Swiss cheese). Assorted baked goods (e.g., muffins, scones, danishes, cinnamon rolls, croissants, cookies and cakes) all day long. $$

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The Big Easy Café 20 Greensboro Hwy. • Watkinsville • 706-769-3030 www.thebigeasycafe.com File Under : Something Different. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Fri. Breakfast Only, Sat. Breakfast & Lunch, Mon. The Look : Familyowned restaurant with fast-casual service and hints of New Orleans in the decor. Menu : Classically prepared Cajun and Creole faves like red beans and rice, jambalaya, seafood gumbo and crawfish étouffée. The Zinger (a bowl of grits, bacon, cheddar cheese and an over easy fried egg) and seafood omelette are among the choices in the morning. $

7 days. The Look : A little red stand that just provides carry-out service, but there are a few picnic tables nearby if you really want to stick around. Menu : 11 sauces can be mixed together to form countless sauce combinations for the wings available in both tailgate (100) and solo (10) quantities. Outside of wings, there are chicken strips, corndogs, onion rings, shrimp, burgers and patty melts. $

Blind Pig Tavern

10010 Fortson Store Rd., Hull • 706-549-4949 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Checks.

Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sat. The Look : A brown country shack with UGA sports stuff all over the walls.

Menu : Vinegar-drenched pork and beef BBQ, but Bill’s is equally known for its chicken mull (available by the gallon) and fried catfish. $

485 Baldwin St. • 706-548-3442 www.blindpigtavern.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Classic pub atmosphere, with a game room and lots of big TVs tuned to sports. Menu : Wings prepared with your choice of sauce, along with all sorts of burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. All burgers, like The Yanni (topped with feta and grilled mushrooms), come with your choice of a ground chuck, turkey, chicken or veggie patty. Drinks : A dozen beers on tap in addition to the 50+ in bottles, but the bar staff doesn’t shy away from pouring fruity cocktails. $$

Black Forest Bakery & Deli

Blue Sky

Bill’s Barbecue

1040 Gaines School Rd. • 706-549-3752 www.blackforestathens.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries, Sandwiches.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 7 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Sat, 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m. The Look : A local fixture for 30+ years, Black Forest recently transplanted to a suite on the Eastside. Display cases cordon off a tiny customer area from the large open kitchen where all the baking goes down. Menu : The full range of the sweets spectrum, including cakes, danishes and chocolate éclairs. As reflected in the logo, doughnuts are a big focus, and there’s even a one-pounder to satisfy truly epic cravings. On the savory side are basic buildyour-own and specialty sandwiches. $$

Blazer’s Hot Wings 1462 Glenn Carrie Rd. • Hull • 706-208-0705 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken.

Features : Take-Out, Checks. Hours : Lunch & Dinner,

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247 E. Broad St. File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : New downtown spot above the Taco Stand that features a tin ceiling, restored sky-light, patio and heart pine throughout. Drinks : An extensive selection of beer (250-300 choices in all), Scotch and whiskey.

Art Classes • Gallery Shop Gallery Exhibitions • Rentals Festivals & Events Workshops • Resource Library Historic Ware-Lyndon House Meetings & Seminars

Hours of Operation: Tuesday/Thursday: 12 noon 9 pm Wednesday/Friday/Saturday: 9 am 5 pm Lyndon House Arts Center is operated by ACC Department of Leisure Services.

For gallery/class schedules, events and tours call 706 613 3623.

Gallery Shop operated in partnership with Visual Arts Guild of Athens

LHAC is supported n part by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) through the appropriations of the Georgia General Assembly GCA is a partner agency of the Nat onal Endowment for the Arts

The New Earth Music Hall (formerly Blur) 227 W. Dougherty St. • 706-543-8283 www.newmusichall.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music/ DJs, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Mon.–Sat., 5 p.m.–9 p.m. (happy hour), 9 p.m.–2 a.m.(live music) The Look : This large, eclectic, yet inviting space has a worldly vibe featuring original murals by local tattoo artist David Hale.

There is also plenty of room for low-key socializing on the large outdoor deck. Although the space is primarily 18+, it will be available for all-ages daytime events.

Drinks : The standard mix of beer and cocktails.

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Brett’s Casual American Restaurant

260 E. Washington St. • 706-369-3040 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : A massive outdoor patio and diversions aplenty, with darts, shuffle board, cornhole, foosball and ping pong as just a few options.

Drinks : Pints and pitchers of Sierra Nevada, Blue Moon, Bass, Purple Haze and Guinness to accompany burgers or hot dogs off the grill.

3190 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-850-1395 www.brettscasualamerican.com File Under : American, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Curbside Pick-Up, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Place your order at the counter and enjoy your food at your own pace outside on the patio or in the dining room decorated with landscape photography. Menu : A variety of classic American dishes, ranging from seafood to Tex-Mex to burgers and sandwiches and lots more. Try the Buffalo tacos (spicy chicken tenders in a tortilla with ranch and black beans) for a Tex-Mex fusion. $

Bourbon Street 333 E. Broad St. • 706-369-1313 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Big, two-story Mardi Gras-themed bar that caters to those looking for a loose, spring break atmosphere. Drinks : The usual suspects bottled and on draft. Giant 64-ounce mixed drinks and the house specialty Hurricanes are sure to please any party-starved patrons.

Bread Basket 723 Boulevard • 706-548-3412 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : TakeOut, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. Breakfast, Sat. The Look : Convenience store kitchen, for the times when you’re feeling peckish as you fill up your tank and want something freshly prepared instead of the usual gas station snacks. Menu : Breakfast biscuits generously stuffed with bacon, sausage, country ham, fatback or fried bologna, or any combination thereof, as well as hash browns, grits and eggs. Items in the lunch rotation include pork chops and fried fish. $

Broad Street Bar & Grill 311 E. Broad St. • 706-548-5187 File Under : American, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner, & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : UGA pride out the wazoo. The walls are covered in red, black and bulldogs. Menu : Classic neighborhood grill dishes with plenty of burger, sandwich and salad options.

Other entreés include prime rib, chicken parmesan and a fish of the day. The grilled tofu and portabella mushroom sandwiches are just a couple of the meals served up with vegetarians in mind. Drinks : Over a dozen draft beers and 101 house shots. $$

Buddha Bar 431 E. Broad St. • 706-208-7017 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Relatively narrow space with a sleek and contemporary

Asian aesthetic. Drinks : Lots of sake creations like sake bombs and Sake-tinis. Buddha’s list of the “Seven Deadly Sins” consists of a variety of specialty shots and bombs.

Cheap pitchers of “Buddha Brew” are also always on hand.

Buffalo’s Southwest Café 196 Alps Rd. • 706-354-6655 www.buffalossouthwestcafe.com File Under : American, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, Wi-Fi, Checks/ CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Casual and family-friendly. The many TVs ensure that you won’t miss the game. Menu : Along with the expected fresh chicken wings with your choice of sauce (like Red Hot Ranch and Coconut Jerk), Buffalo’s also offers up other typical sports bar fare fused with a southwestern touch, like in the Southwest Express (chicken tenders served over Mexican rice and black beans, topped with queso and salsa). Drinks : 10 draft beers, cocktails and a longerthan-expected wine list. $$

Bulldawg Pizza, Wings & More 2026 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-355-3294 www.bulldawgpizzaandmore.com.

File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Delivery, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Counter-service only.

Menu : Proudly promotes the Big Dawg, the monster 24” pizza that can be personalized with any of the 20+ toppings. Wings with all kinds of sauces, calzones, pasta, salads and subs, too. $

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The Burger & Cheesesteak Factory 227 Prince Ave. • 706-546-0177 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken.

Features : Beer, Take-Out, Delivery, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Th.–Sat. The Look : Order at the counter and then leave your mark on the place while you wait. Sharpies are provided that allow patrons to scrawl on the wall. Menu : The fried-food lover’s dream and the health nut’s nightmare. Nine kinds of cheesesteaks and eleven varieties of butter-crusted burgers, including perhaps the biggest you’ll ever find, the fourpound Godzilla. Other fried delicacies include everything from your average every-day french fries to broccoli with Cheez Whiz, corn on the cob, Twinkies and Oreos. $

Cactus Café 2061 Hog Mountain Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-310-1522 File Under : Mexican. Features : Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Casual dining with Southwestern stylings. Menu : Tex-Mex, with Gringo Burgers (customizable with cheese, bacon, mushrooms and onions) alongside quesadillas, enchiladas, chimichangas, tacos and build-your-own burritos. $$

Café Marigold 135 Cherokee Rd. • Winterville • 706-742-0044 www.cafemarigold.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Tu.– Sat. The Look : A quaint lil’ eatery that draws a diverse crowd despite its flowery name. Menu : Each sandwich comes with a cookie and a side (choices include tomato/ cucumber, pasta and potato salads). Homemade biscuit sandwiches, scones, bagels, muffins and giant cinnamon rolls make up mornings at Marigold. Fruit smoothies and a full range of hot and cold coffee drinks on the beverage front. $

Café on Prince 595 Prince Ave. • 706-433-1782 File Under : American. Features : CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Th. Lunch, Fri. The Look : Piedmont College cafeteria serving both students and the general public. Menu : Three entrées (including one geared towards

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the health-conscious) and two veggies offered daily. The “all day long special” features a meat and two sides.

Chopped steak, homemade meatloaf, fried chicken, collard greens and mashed potatoes are among the typical rotating offerings, with cobblers and pies for dessert. $

Cali ‘N’ Tito’s 1427 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-227-9979 File Under : Mexican and South American, VegetarianFriendly. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, Checks.

Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Impressively creates an authentic Latin American atmosphere. Venture out to the large outside seating area (where you can BYOB for a nominal fee) for the complete Cali ‘N’ Tito’s dining experience. Menu : Highlights include the Peruvian ceviche, Cuban sandwich (with either steak, chicken, milanesa, chorizo or veggies) and fish burrito filled with fried catfish and sweet plaintains. $

Carrabba’s Italian Grill 3194 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-546-9938 www.carrabbas.com File Under : Italian and Pizza. Features : Full Bar, Curbside Pick-Up, CC. Hours : Dinner, 7 days. Lunch, Sun. $$$

Casa Mia 269 N. Hull St. • 706-227-4444 File Under : Something Different, Bars. Amenities : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Live Music, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : Sophisticated yet relaxed, with exposed brick and a chic turquoise color scheme in a spacious downtown location. Menu : Melds the Spanish tapas tradition with modern Latin cuisine. While tapas are the emphasis, plenty of entrees such as the Cuban sandwich and chicken cordon bleu are available. A sampler with the five most popular tapas is a good choice for the indecisive.

Drinks : Behind the bar, Casa Mia offers red and white sangria pitchers and boasts “the best mojitos in town.” $$

Charminar 1745 Hwy. 29 N. • 706-543-0793 File Under : Something Different. Features : Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : In a gas

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station convenience store just off the highway, with the food refrigerated at the front of the store. Have your meal heated up and dig in at the store or pick something up for an easy meal at home. Menu : A changing array of classic Indian food. Chicken curry, samosas and tandoori chicken are particular crowd-pleasers. $

Chef Ming 1720 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-552-3233 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours: Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : A cozy and welcoming shopping center space.

Menu : A big selection of classic Chinese seafood, pork, beef, chicken and vegetable dishes. Specialties include Peking Duck and Singapore Noodles (shrimp or chicken sautèed with onions, carrots and bean sprouts in a curry sauce). Combination lunches are a great way to fill up on a big meal without reaching too far into your wallet. $$

Chelsea’s Gentlemen’s Club 1051 Baxter St. • 706-549-2904 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. Hours : Dinner & Late Night, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Visuals are pretty strongly implied in the name of this adult-only “gentlemen’s club.” Menu : Hearty, meaty chow that barely dents the wallet, including a 10-ounce NY Strip steak for just a few dollars. Drinks : Beer by the bottle, shots and martinis at happy-hour prices all day long. $

a “weight watcher’s menu” with a few low-fat and lowcholesterol selections. $$

China Star Super Buffet 3567 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-316-3382 www.athenschinastar.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Buffet, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Flat-screen TVs and an open kitchen that showcases the chefs in action accompany the restaurant’s star attraction: the seven huge buffet tables. Menu : Big buffet selection with over 200 Chinese, American, Japanese, and Mexican dishes to choose from, or order directly from a menu filled with the usual Americanized Chinese fare. $$

China Wok 2475 Jefferson Rd. • 706-353-3399 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Located in the Homewood Village Shopping Center, China Wok’s emphasis is on take-out, with counter service and limited seating. Menu : Offers up classic Szechwan, Hunan and Cantonese cuisine in hefty portions. $

Chonell’s Home Cooking

183 Alps Rd. • 706-613-5405 www.chilis.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Curbside Pick-Up, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

2361 W. Broad St. • 706-549-2114 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. The Look : Tucked away in an under-populated shopping center, the restaurant features a counter with daily menu choices and a modestly decorated seating area. Menu : Expect to have your plate piled up with Southern dishes like fried chicken, country-fried steak, okra, fresh fried corn, meatloaf and collard greens from the rotating menu.

Much heralded red velvet cake for dessert. $

China Delight

Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express

1971 Hog Mountain Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-9221 File Under : Asian. Features : Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Strip locale with a large dining area. Menu : All of the conventional pork, seafood, chicken and beef Chinese dishes in addition to

1055 Gaines School Rd. • 706-543-8888 1021 Parkway Blvd. • 706-353-8889 www.choochoorestaurant.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Wine & Sake, Delivery, Curbside Pick-Up, Wi-Fi, CC.

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Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 Days. The Look : Choo Choo champions quick and casual. Menu : Huge servings of Korean and Japanese rice and noodle dishes with your choice of shrimp, chicken, steak, salmon or tofu. Pair the meal with some edamame or kimchi, or green tea ice cream for dessert. $

Chuck E. Cheese’s 3654 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-353-6715 www.chuckecheese.com File Under : Italian and Pizza. Features : Beer & Wine, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $

Cici’s Pizza 3190 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-613-2424 www.cicispizza.com File Under : Italian and Pizza. Features : Buffet, TakeOut, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $

Ciné Barcafé 234 W. Hancock Ave. • 706-353-3343 www.athenscine.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries, Bars.

Features : Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 4 p.m.–last show. Sat.–Sun, 2 p.m.–last show. The Look : Arthouse cinema in a converted industrial space adorned with art and chic decor. A movie ticket isn’t needed to enjoy the relaxed, lounge-like atmosphere. Menu : The café half of the equation consists of hot teas, juices, lattes and locally made treats from Donderos’ Kitchen and Luna Bakery.

Standard movie concessions like soda, candy and popcorn, too. Drinks : Fully stocked bar with a respectable supply of wine, bottled beer, liquor and sake.

City Bar 220 College Ave. • 706-546-7612 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Dapper marble decor. The upscale design touches don’t scare away the informal party crowd, however. Drinks : Key Lime Pie, Black Cherry, Lemon Drop and Mint Chocolate martinis, among many others. Nice selection of single malts and other top-shelf liquors for sophisticates.

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Clocked!

Copper Creek Brewing Company

259 W. Washington St. • 706-548-9175 www.clockedrestaurant.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers & Chicken, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : Diner chic. Kitschy-hip stylings set the laid-back, retro mood.

Menu : Eclectic is the watchword. Items that put a twist on classic diner fare—e.g., Yac’s Peanut Butter and Bacon Burger, the Ring of Fire Cheese Burger (jalapenos, pepper jack, sour cream, house-made salsa and chipotle mayo) and the Edison Conception (corned beef, cheddar cheese and fried egg served on grilled rye)—are paired with fresh-cut fries, mustard potato salad, tater tots and milkshakes. $

140 E. Washington St. • 706-546-1102 www.facebook.com/coppercreekathens File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Dinner, Mon.–Sat. Late Night, Fri.–Sat. The Look : Refined-rustic.

Pots and pans hang from the ceiling, vintage beer placards adorn the walls and big copper kettles sit in the front window. Menu : Designed with potential brew-pairing in mind. Items like the stout and molasses BBQ pork chop, Carolina trout with corn and black salsa, Mediterranean shrimp salad and cheddar ale soup are a cut above typical pub grub. Drinks : Over the course of the year 25 different styles of house beer brewed by Matt Buley move directly from tank to tap. Alongside the house brew are several guest imports, microbrews and high gravities. $$

Club Chrome

Country Rock Café

115 Trade St. • Bogart • 706-543-9009 www.myspace.com/clubchromeathens File Under : Bars and Clubs. Hours : Th.–Sat, 7 p.m.–2 a.m. Features : Live Music, CC. The Look : A 5,000 square foot venue located far out on the western edge of town. The massive warehouse-like building with lots of seating and a spacious dance floor is host to karaoke, Texas hold’em and Southern rock acts. Drinks : Providing lots of low cost options is the focus—mixed drinks and beers start at just a dollar.

1720 Commerce Rd. • 706-369-7625 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. Hours : Th.–Sat, 8:30 p.m.–2 a.m. The Look : A large dance floor for boot scootin’ and a mechanical bull bring out the yeehawin’ types. Drinks : Four bars do a lot of business in whiskey and inexpensive domestic beer.

Cookies & Co. Café 216 E. Clayton St. • 706-353-2461 www.cookiesandcompany.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Cozy and comfy atmosphere with plenty of natural light. The downtown location on the corner of College Ave. provides ample opportunity for people-watching. Menu : Several salad and sandwich (hot and cold) choices appear on the menu for lunch. The Chicken Cashew and Loves Avocado! sandwiches are a couple of distinctive and beloved items.

All lunch options come with chips and a chocolate chip cookie (or choose another in-house baked cookie, like the popular Cinnamon Toast). Bagels, croissants and muffins are on offer for breakfast. $

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Courtyard Café 1197 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-542-2633 www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/restaurants File Under : American. Features : Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. Breakfast, Sat.–Sun. The Look : Cafeteria-style in UGA’s on-campus Georgia Center Hotel. Menu : At lunch, choices include a salad bar, made-to-order sandwiches and rotating entrées from around the world. Eggs, bacon, grits, muffins, etc. in the mornings. $

Cozy Yum Yum 179 Jackson St. • 706-208-1747 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Delivery, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

Late Night, Wed.–Sun. The Look : Lives up to the “cozy” promise. Nestled into a tight downtown space, with a row of tables parallel to the bar. Menu : The “yum” comes in the form of Thai cuisine—coconut soup, chicken satay, pad thai, green curry, etc. Vegan and vegetarian options

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on a large proportion of the menu. Drinks : Hot, dry and chilled sake, in addition to beers from Japan, China and Thailand. PBR and Miller Lite are also on tap for those who want to stick to the cheap and familiar. $$

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store 1913 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-208-0304 www.crackerbarrel.com File Under : American. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

Creative Cookies & Creamery 1880 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-548-5888 www.creativecookiesandcreamery.com File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies. Features : Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Mon.–Sat, 11 a.m.–9 p.m. The Look : Bright, welcoming and kid-friendly. The “Kiddie Korral” is a great space for parties, equipped with a flat panel TV and DVD player. Menu : 20+ flavors of Mayfield ice cream are on offer to be scooped into Gourmet Cookie Bowls for a tasty treat. Ice cream and cookie cakes, brownies, root beer floats and Bessie Cow Patties (your choice of ice cream sandwiched between gourmet cookies) are some other favorites.

Cups Coffee Café 1911 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-208-8131 www.cupscoffeecafe.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 6:30 a.m.– 11:30 p.m; Sat, 7:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m; Sun, 8:30 a.m.– 11:30 p.m. The Look : Two spacious sitting areas outfitted

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with comfy chairs, worn-in couches and plenty of tables.

Eyes and ears are accounted for with generously posterfied walls and a steady stream of music. Menu : Coffee, including some organic roasts and specialty concoctions, as well as a large selection of teas. Smoothies, milkshakes and locally made baked goods, too.

Cutters Pub 120 E. Clayton St. • 706-353-9800 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Simple Irish pub with exposed brick and old-fashioned decor. Arcade games, foosball, pinball, and pool tables abound. Drinks : Around 60 bottled beers and a fully stocked bar. Several imports from across the pond, like Guinness, in addition to domestics on draft.

The Daily Neighborhood Deli 2971 Monroe Hwy. • Watkinsville • 678-661-0303 www.thedailydeli.com File Under : Sandwiches, Bakeries. Features : TakeOut, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Mother-daughter operation headed by executive chef Emilee Greer that creates the impression of an indoor park, with trees and faux-cobblestone. Kids’ meals served on frisbees to fit the park-like environs. Menu : Newspaper-themed, with creative sandwich and panini combinations like the Press (white bean and tuna salad, white cheddar, avocado and red onion) and the Globe (turkey, spinach, cranberries, feta spread and balsamic dressing). Special breakfast items like French toast soufflé show up on the weekend. Pastries and custom-order cakes, too. $

DePalma’s Italian Café 401 E. Broad St. • 706-354-6966 1965 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-369-0085 2467 Jefferson Rd. • 706-552-1237 www.depalmasitaliancafe.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Full Bar (Broad St.), Beer & Wine (Jefferson Rd. & Barnett Shoals Rd.), Delivery (Jefferson Rd.), Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Refined, but with a relaxed neighborhood restaurant feel. Menu : Varies somewhat by location, but each offers premium pizza and calzones, panini, salads and desserts. The homemade entrées that have anchored the local institution’s menu for over 20 years include Spicy Penne Charmaine, Chicken Scaloppini, Eggplant Florentine, Seafood Risotto and ChiliGlazed Grilled Salmon. The extensive wine list features a host of selections from Italian wine country and around the world, and the downtown location also serves up plenty of specialty cocktails. $$

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2131 Hog Mountain Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-705-1326 www.dickeys.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Located in the Butler’s Crossing Shopping Center with the usual slick interior of a chain. Menu : Texas BBQ like beef brisket, Polish sausage, pork ribs and smoked turkey breast, either sandwiched or on a platter with two sides. Free soft-serve ice cream for the young’uns (though adults are free to partake, too). $$

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Doc Chey’s Noodle House

East West Bistro

320 E. Clayton St. • 706-546-0015 www.doccheysnoodlehouse.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Wine & Sake, Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Swanky though casual and kid-friendly, with candle-lit tables and 1,000 square feet of window space. Menu : Main course options are the namesake noodle dishes like the Spicy Thai Basil (red peppers, bok choy, onions and rice noodles in a spicy sauce), as well as stirfries and curries. All entrees are served with your choice of veggies, chicken, tofu, beef or shrimp. $$

351 E. Broad St. • 706-546-9378 www.eastwestbistro.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

Sunday Brunch. The Look : Two levels of downtown dining—a formal upstairs and a more laid-back first floor.

Menu : Two ends of the geographical spectrum collide in dishes put together by executive chef Lamar Thomas, like tempura fish and chips, Worcestershire- and pomegranate-marinated steak, Thai pizza and green curry penne.

Drinks : Stays busy behind the bar with a distinguished wine list and signature martinis (e.g., the namesake East West, a mix of sake and Grey Goose vodka with a touch of cranberry and fresh lime juice). $$$

Donderos’ Kitchen 584 N. Milledge Ave. • 706-389-7955 www.donderoskitchen.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Sun.–Fri. The Look : The ready-to-go meals are perfect for quick pick-up, but a small amount of seating is available inside the historic house, or at the picnic table outside. Menu : A rotating menu representing cuisine from all over the globe—one day could be Middle Eastern, and the next could be Ethiopian. Check the website for the week’s offerings. The daily international meals are accompanied by a selection of gourmet groceries and prepared frozen foods. $

Dos Palmas Restaurant & Cantina 3523 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-353-7771 www.dospalmasmex.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : A focus on family-friendly fun that keeps a “nuestra casa es su casa” philosophy. Menu : Lunch specials Monday through Friday present the option of creating your own combo from the many tacos, chalupas, enchiladas and tostadas. At dinner, the indecisive might want to try the Dos Palmas Sampler, with chicken fajita nachos, beef flautas and chicken quesadillas. $$

Downhome Cooking 145 Epps Bridge Rd. • 706-850-5161 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Buffet, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sun. The Look : Homey, yet cafeteria-like. Takes a plain and simple approach. Menu : The “real comfort food” promised by the restaurant’s slogan encompasses Southern favorites like pork chops and BBQ but also extends to national guilty pleasures like pizza, hot wings and burgers. $

Earth Fare Café 1689 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-227-1717 www.earthfare.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Buffet, Take-Out, Outside Seating, Checks/ CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : Near the front entrance of the natural foods store, with more on-site seating than might be expected. Menu : Items prepared with the same kind of earth-friendly, premium ingredients that line the store’s grocery aisles. Features a salad bar filled with fresh, organic fruits and veggies, a hot bar with healthy entrées for both meat-eaters and vegetarians, a coffee/juice bar and a pair of daily soups. $

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Eat Hibachi 131 E. Broad St. • 706-548-7441 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, Delivery, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Th.–Sat. The Look : Family-owned downtown eatery with quick-and-casual service. Menu : Japanese and Korean dishes made from scratch. Huge portions of steak, shrimp, chicken and tofu teriyaki dishes, alongside several authentic Korean soups. $

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El Azteca 1280 Oconee St. • 706-549-2639 File Under : Mexican and South American, VegetarianFriendly. Features : Beer, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : The bright orange and blue exterior attracts the eyes to this free-standing space with lots of parking. Menu : All of the obligatory south-of-theborder classics (tacos, burritos, enchiladas and fajitas) alongside some more unique specials, like the Quesadilla California, stuffed with eggs, shrimp, beans and cheese. $

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El Centro 175 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-548-5700 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Simple, energetic dive that’s part of the Barmuda Triangle with Roadhouse and Georgia Bar. Plenty of space for shooting pool. Drinks : The 10 draft beers, variety of topshelf tequilas and shots of whiskey tend to be the crowd favorites.

El Paisano 478 North Ave. • 706-353-0346 File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Delivery, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Located near a Piggly Wiggly in a long-standing shopping center. Menu : The many combination plates at lunch and dinner include chalupas, tacos, tostaguacs, burritos, etc. Potato burritos and mushroom enchiladas for vegetarians. Pair your meal with a Michelada, a popular Mexican cocktail that involves beer, lime and Worcestershire sauce. $

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Espresso Royale Caffe 297 E. Broad St. • 706-613-7449 www.espressoroyale.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 7 a.m.–12 a.m. Sat.–Sun, 8 a.m.–12 a.m. The Look : Though a mid-sized chain based out of the midwest, ERC has a distinctly independent and local

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feel. The sun that pours through the tall windows makes the snug spot ideal for working and studying. Menu : A full selection of coffee, espresso, tea and hot chocolate, as well as Polar Freezes to cool down with when it’s hot.

Several baked goods and sandwiches made in-house to accompany your beverage.

Fahrenheit 321 E. Clayton St. • 706-227-2007 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Dance floor generally packed with boisterous undergrads.

Darts, pool and big-screen TVs provide fun for the dance-averse. Drinks : Specials on the weekends promise well drinks and bottled domestics on the cheap.

Farm 255 255 W. Washington St. • 706-549-4660 www.farm255.com File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Live Music, Reservations, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Dinner, Tu.–Sat. Sunday Brunch. The Look : Farmhouse chic, with a lofted ceiling, open kitchen, big patio and communal tables (but stranger-phobes can also opt to dine alone). Menu : Mediterranean/Southern cuisine (e.g., sweet potato chips, polenta, shrimp and grits) prepared with a farm-to-table approach; most of the organic ingredients come straight from local farmers. Menu’s in constant flux due to its reliance on the day’s harvest.

Drinks : Draft and bottled beer selection pays especial attention to microbrews. Several signature cocktails as well, including an oft-chosen mint mojito. $$$

Fat Daddy’s 4030 Lexington Rd. • 706-353-0241 www.myspace.com/athensfatdaddys File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Hidden away in the front of an Eastside shopping center, but once found, the abundant parking allows for a hassle-free night out. The newly renovated roadhouse has a rockabilly vibe and offers plentiful entertainment options—karaoke, open mic nights, Texas hold ‘em, lots of live music, pool tables, etc. Menu : Covers all the usual sports bar bases with White Castle mini-burgers, wings, pizza, hot dogs, sliders and quesadillas. Drinks : Domestic beer by the bucket is a favorite, and frequent specials keep Jager bombs regularly dropping. $

Fatz Café 4115 Lexington Rd. • 706-425-8780 www.fatzcafe.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Doesn’t break too far from the mold, though the SC-based franchise boasts that it’s the “unchain chain.” Menu : Steak, seafood, ribs, chicken and burgers with a slight Southern touch in dishes like the Edisto Shrimp & Grits and Fatz Chicken Gumbo. The World Famous Calabash Chicken Tenders are particular crowd-pleasers. $$

Ferrando’s Italian Pizzeria 1260 Mars Hill Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-5552 2080 Timothy Rd. • 706-559-4444 www.ferrandospizza.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Delivery (Watkinsville), CC. Hours :

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Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Roomy booths and big screen TVs in both locations owned by a “true 100% Italian.” Menu : Hand-tossed pizzas whole, by the slice or personal-sized. Typical pizzeria fare like pasta, calzones, stromboli and subs as well. Cheesecake, cannoli and tiramisu for dessert. $

Five and Ten 1653 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-546-7300 www.fiveandten.com File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Patio Dining, Checks/ CC. Hours : Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : A funky, low-key form of fine dining in a historic Five Points building. Menu : Offerings change with the season and the inspiration of Chef Hugh Acheson, a James Beard nominee for three consecutive years, but you can count on innovative Southern/European fusion (e.g., country ham and English pea risotto, veal sweetbreads with grits, low-country Frogmore stew, eggs Benedict with apple bacon). Make it in before 6 p.m. for the threecourse prix fixe. Drinks : Barstaff and servers will help guide you through the intimidatingly long wine list. Fair share of signature cocktails as well. $$$$

Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-549-9081 101 College Ave. • 706-549-2811 www.fiveguys.com File Under : Sandwiches and Burgers. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : Simple, with a checkered red-and-white color scheme and oodles of peanuts to snack on. Menu : Burgers, hot dogs and fries (plain or Cajun-style) are the three menu options, all served up in a brown paper bag. Stack your burger—or “little” burger, having one patty instead of the standard two—or dog with as many of the 15 free toppings (like onions, jalapenos, relish and mushrooms) as you want. $

Five Points Deli & More 1650 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-546-8915 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-546-8915 www.fivepointsdeli.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Drive-Thru (Epps Bridge), Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Sat (Lumpkin St.). Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Fri. (Epps Bridge). Breakfast & Lunch, Sat. (Epps Bridge). The Look : Retro neighborhood sandwich shop with black and white tile and pictures of Five Points in the ‘50s. Menu : Around 25 sandwiches, from the simple tuna melt to the famous chicken salad. Breakfast items include muffins, danishes and sandwiches built on your choice of a bagel, biscuit or croissant. $

Five Star Day Café 229 E. Broad St. • 706-543-8552 2230 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-613-1001 www.fivestardaycafe.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating (Broad St.), Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Weekend Brunch. The Look : Distinctly local, with a laidback, boho atmosphere. Menu : Gourmet soul food that puts a slight tweak on traditional Southern dishes, like the Trinity of Soul (collard greens, rice and blackeyed peas topped with hoppin-john relish) and meatloaf stuffed with mozzerella. Homestyle desserts include banana pudding and strawberry shortcake. Check the chalkboard for the day’s specials. $$

Flanagan’s 301 E. Clayton St. • 706-208-9711 flanagansathens.homestead.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Irish pub with a distinct college spin that has been serving downtown since 1994. Drinks : British drafts including Newcastle, Bass and Harp, as well

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as cheap domestics, bombs and cocktails that are always popular with those in search of late-night carousing.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St. • 706-546-0039 www.myspace.com/flickerbar File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Hipster destination for art gazing, music, cult films, comedy shows, poetry readings, ping pong and general socializing. Check the monthly calendar for the jam-packed schedule of events, or stop by spontaneously for impromptu good times.

Drinks : Well-prepared mixed drinks and a selection of wine and beer that doesn’t leave much out. Coffee, snacks and perpetually popping (free) popcorn, too.

Floyd’s Grill 64 N. Main St. • Watkinsville • 706-769-8669 www.floydsgrill.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken.

Features : Drive-Thru, Take-Out, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sat. Lunch, Mon. The Look : Pseudo ‘50s diner with all the trimmings. Menu : Continues the retro theme with basic hot dogs, onion rings, fries and chicken tenders straight off of a midcentury menu. $

Food for the Soul 1965 W. Broad St. • 706-546-0052 File Under : Downhome and BBQ, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Buffet, Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch, Tu.–Fri. & Sun. The Look : Humble and frills-free. The

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self-service buffet is the centerpiece inside. Menu : All the soul food regulars (meatloaf, mashed potatoes, pork chops, fried chicken livers, collards, green beans, etc.) rotate in and out. Customers can stick to a meat and two or try the day’s entire spread if they go the all-you-caneat route. $

Fox’s Pizza Den 2971 Monroe Hwy. • Watkinsville • 678-661-0220 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-850-7240 www.foxspizzaoconee.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Buffet, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Bright and family-friendly franchise located in a shopping center. Menu : Build-your-own or gourmet specialty pies like the Bacon Double Cheeseburger. Aside from pizza, there’s stromboli, hoagies, salads and Wedgies, sandwiches served on pizza crust. $

Fresh Air Bar-B-Que 1110 Hull Rd. • 706-546-6060 5170 Atlanta Hwy. • Bogart • 770-725-5227 www.freshairbbq.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Buffet (Hull Rd.), Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days (Atlanta Hwy.). Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sat. (Hull Rd.). The Look : Old-time country BBQ joint. Menu : Award-winning chopped pork BBQ with a tomato and vinegar sauce, along with BBQ chicken, pork ribs, slaw, Brunswick stew and baked beans. The Tuesday–Friday lunch buffet at the Hull Road location

allows you to fill up on as much BBQ as you want for a set price. $

Fuel Tavern & Grill 1194 Prince Ave. • 706-208-1223 www.fueltavern.com File Under : American. Features : Beer & Wine, TakeOut, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Converted gas station. The original pumping area has been turned into a large, covered outdoor patio. Menu : A little bit of everything, with build-your-own 12” pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs. Biscuit sandwiches (including one with fried green tomatoes), omelettes, grits and such for breakfast. $

Gateway Café 401 North Ave. • 706-548-5630 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Checks. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Fri. The Look : Part of an older strip of stores on the north side of town. Focus is on food, not the ambiance. Menu : A revolving spread of Southern cooking that doesn’t stray far from the reliable favorites—mac & cheese, collards, pork chops, fried chicken and the like. $

Genco Import Co. 246 E. Clayton St. • 706-354-0203 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Dark wood, a marble bar, leather sofas, velvet curtains and the like. Decor, like the name, is inspired by The Godfather. Drinks : A larger-than-average selection of pre-

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mium liquors are creatively employed in a host of house specials, including the Asian Sunset and Kiss Martini. A wide variety of brews is also in no short supply.

General Beauregard’s 164 E. Clayton St. • 706-543-8201 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : “The General” fully commits to its antebellum theme. It’s decked out in Confederate regalia and pre-Civil War stylings—flags, gilt-framed mirrors, rocking chairs and a big ole chandelier. The music is usually of the honky-tonk variety. Drinks : Most, like the Dixie Teas served in mason jars and Derby Day Mint Juleps, continue the ode-to-the-South theme. Domestic beers are also imbibed often.

Georgia Bar 159 W. Clayton St. • 706-546-9884 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : An old-timer on the downtown scene, the bare-bones watering hole has a jukebox, a single pool table and the crunch of peanut shells on the floor.

Look for the sign that simply reads “BAR.” Drinks : Nothing too fancy, but all the basics. The beer (four on tap and many more in bottles) is served in chilled glasses.

Georgian Southeastern Chop House 247 E. Washington St. • 706-549-7901 File Under : American, Bars. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Casual dining in a historic downtown building with upscale decor—arched windows, brick bar, tiled floors and dark wood. Menu : Gourmet wood-smoked barbecue. Main courses at dinner range from beef brisket and bison strip loin to Alaskan halibut and citrus marinated chicken. Prices go way down for lunch, where the focus is on sandwiches named for SEC sports teams (e.g., Florida Gator Philly—smoked gator tail served on a hoagie) and Ivy League universities (vegetarian items like The Yale—grilled portabella, red peppers, mixed greens, fresh mozzarella and balsamic).

Drinks: Large variety of bottled beers, an extensive wine list and signature house cocktails like the Bacon Martini. $$$

The Ginkgo Tree Restaurant & Lounge 197 E. Broad St. • 706-549-4433 File Under : American, Bars. Features : Buffet, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : Casual fine dining at The Holiday Inn. Menu : The morning breakfast buffet has all you need for a hearty breakfast, with eggs, biscuits, bacon, grits, etc. Lunch (also a buffet) and dinner feature Southern cuisine like pot roast and fried catfish. Drinks : Full bar with a sizable cocktail menu and wine list. $$

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Girasoles 24 Greensboro Hwy. • Watkinsville • 706-310-0410 www.girasolesfusion.com File Under : Something Different. Features : Beer & Wine, Reservations, Live Music, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Fri. Dinner, Sat. Sunday Brunch Buffet. The Look : Situated in a small, non-generic strip of shops just a little ways down from Watkinsville’s Town Center. Menu : Italian/Mexican fusion. The odd-sounding combo comes together in dishes like the Mediterranean chicken quesadilla and the crab cakes served in a spicy Mexican sauce.

Flan for dessert. $$$

The Globe 199 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-353-4721 www.myspace.com/theglobeathens File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Live Music, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Pubs from across the pond are the model. Crowds come to settle into rocking chairs and couches for relaxed conversations rather than rambunctious revelry. Upstairs is one of the only places in town that regularly televises international soccer. Menu : Fish and chips, predictably, but there are plenty of unexpected offerings as well, like vegan chili, a Tandoori chicken sandwich and red velvet cake. Drinks : The extensive

selection (80 beers, 66 wines and 38 single malts) has helped The Globe earn its reputation as a bar for the discriminating drinker. $

Gnat’s Landing 1080 Baxter St. • 706-850-5858 www.gnatslanding.net File Under : American, Bars. Features : Live Music, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Breezy and beachy, despite being miles away from its St. Simon’s home base. Menu : Big platters that come with all manner of fresh seafood and two sides (choices include sweet potato fries, cheese grits and cole slaw). The cold and hot sandwiches (e.g., Fried Green Tomato Club, Shrimp Po’ Boy, Tarragon Chicken Salad) make more wallet-friendly alternatives. $$$

Go Bar 195 Prince Ave. • 706-546-5609 www.myspace.com/gobar File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music/ DJs, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : A stylish mod aesthetic and perpetually jam-packed dance floor attract an alternative crowd. The notoriously tight quarters recently received a face lift that considerably opened up the space and expanded the stage area. Blue lights on the triangular patio cast a distinct glow on the outdoor

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goings on. Drinks : No draft beers, but a nice variety of bottled domestics, microbrews, imports and high gravities. Bartenders also whip up a good number of fancy mixed drinks.

Golden Dragon 126 Alps Rd. • 706-552-1688 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-353-8897 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine (Alps Rd.), Buffet, Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Located in two heavily developed shopping centers, both Golden Dragons are roomy with lots of seating. Menu : Tons of classic Chinese options like lo mein, chow mein, egg fu yong and fried rice. The huge all-you-can-eat buffet (lunch and dinner at Epps Bridge, lunch only at Alps Road) is constantly refreshed with 300 items daily, including crab legs, mussels, BBQ ribs and desserts. $$

Golden Sun Chinese Restaurant 4375 Lexington Rd. • 706-549-3388 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Delivery, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sun. The Look : In the Eastside Walmart shopping center with pleasant on-site dining. Menu : Over 30 chef specials (e.g., walnut chicken and Peking duck) in addition to all of the expected classics. Steamed, low-sodium dishes include tofu with vegetables and beef with broccoli. $$

Gourmet BBQ & Catering 1971 Hog Mountain Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-4047 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Th.–Sat. The Look : There are two arms to the operation: a small spot with just a few tables and a mobile unit that sets up shop in downtown Watkinsville when it’s sunny (only on Fridays and Saturdays). Menu : A short and simple selection of pulled pork, baby back ribs and the usual BBQ sides (baked beans, Brunswick stew and coleslaw). Tomato, vinegar and pepper sauces. $

The Grill 171 College Ave. • 706-543-4770 www.thegrillathensga.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Take-Out, CC. Hours : 24 hours, 7 days. The Look : Classic ‘50s diner furnishings ornamented with an assortment of pop culture baubles.

Menu : The dozen or so burgers and old-fashioned shakes are the backbone, while fresh-cut fries with feta dressing is the side of choice. Tofu dogs and fakin’ bacon BLTs are among the updates to the traditional diner offerings.

Breakfast, served daily from 12 midnight until 12 noon, includes all the dependable staples. $

The Grit 199 Prince Ave. • 706-543-6592 www.thegrit.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

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Weekend Brunch. The Look : Arty but unpretentious. A local landmark because it incontrovertibly captures a bit of the Athens grit and character. Menu : The entirely vegetarian offerings have inspired a cookbook and attracted national attention. The stalwart star is the much

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Gyro Wrap 175 E. Broad St. • 706-543-9071 www.gyrowrap.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Classic sidewalk café with an ideal location where you can catch all the Broad Street hubbub. Menu : Wraps served on warm grilled pita bread and tortillas. The star of the menu is the specialty Gyro Wrap, with beef, lamb, the house z-sauce and lettuce. An order of Kurly Fries to dip in creamy feta dressing is the standout side item. $

Half Moon Pub 301 E. Clayton St. • 706-208-9712 flanagansathens.homestead.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Right under its rowdier neighbor Flanagan’s, Half Moon is a cellar pub with a relatively mellow atmosphere.

Drinks : The beers on draft include several domestics as well as a few from across the pond like Bass and Newcastle. Bottles of wine are also plentiful to share over relaxed conversation.

Happy China Buffet 2301 College Station Rd. • 706-552-3388 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Buffet, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Huge buffet tables stand front and center in the shopping center locale. Menu : Find lots and lots of Chinese dishes to pile up your plate on the buffet, or order straight from the menu of over 80 entreés. $$

Harry Bissett’s Bayou Grill 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd. • 706-552-1193 www.bayou.harrybissetts.net File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Live Music, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Weekend Brunch. The Look : Keeps the fine dining atmosphere of its sister restaurant, Harry Bissett’s New Orleans Café & Oyster Bar, but alters the aesthetic, going for a sleek, contemporary style. Menu : Sticks to the New Orleans-

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inspired cuisine that built the Harry Bissett’s brand, like the fresh gulf oysters, Fresh Catch Thibodaux (smothered in crawfish etouffée), Uptown Filet (stuffed with blue cheese) and Veal Lafayette (with a sauce of crawfish tails, dill, cream and sherry). Lunch delivers the same Creole/Cajun flavors at lower prices. Drinks : Mardis Gras-worthy cocktails (e.g., the Blue Bayou with vodka, blackberry brandy, Blue Curacao and pineapple juice) and a comprehensive beer/wine selection. $$$

Harry Bissett’s New Orleans Café & Oyster Bar 279 E. Broad St. • 706-353-7065 www.cafe.harrybissetts.net File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Weekend Brunch.

The Look : The original architecture of the 1895 building brings a richness and warmth to the upscale (but not overly formal) dining room. Atmosphere loosens up even more up front around the bar. Menu : The same classic Cajun/Creole dishes that populate the menu at the Bayou Grill—crawfish tails, Louisiana crab cakes, filet mignon topped with fried oysters, barbeque shrimp, jambalaya.

Several po’ boy varieties and burgers make up the lowercost lunch. Drinks : New Orleans-y cocktails like the Hurricane if you want to stay on theme, but there’s also a lengthy wine list. $$$

Harry’s Pig Shop 2425 Jefferson Rd. • 706-612-9219 www.harryspigshop.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Flowers on the table and polished design make it far swankier than the average BBQ establishment that relies on rustic charm. Menu : More than just pulled pork sandwiches. There’s also BBQ pork quesadillas, pork tenderloin sandwiches, pork and scallion wontons, sliders, a beef frank wrapped in bacon and even some entirely pig-free selections (e.g., hen sandwiches, grilled cheese croissants, tofu, sweet potato fries, chicken salad, squash casserole, mac & cheese). $

Hibachi Express Inoko 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-354-0079 2061 Experiment Station Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-7088 3190 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-425-8828 File Under : Asian. Features : Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Prompt counter service ideal for an easy pick-up meal but also plenty of seating for dine-in. Menu : Three salads and 10 main courses make up the succinct, straightforward menu.

All of the hefty entreés (shrimp, steak, veggies, chicken and combinations thereof) are served with vegetables, a mound of fried rice and three sauces. $

Hibachi Grill 2051 Experiment Station Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-310-1541 File Under : Asian. Features : Drive-Thru, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Adjacent to a gas station convenience store. Menu : Japanese fast food—teriyakis and stir-fries with steak, chicken, seafood and/or veggies. $

Highwire Lounge 254 W. Clayton St. • 706-583-8510 www.highwirelounge.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : The latest venture from the owners of Trappeze, inside it’s sophisticated but far from stuffy. Live jazz bands play every week. Drinks : The standards, plus an array of handcrafted cocktails made with natural ingredients, including some unusual concoctions you’d be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in town. A variety of craft beers are also poured both from bottles and the rotating taps.

Hilltop Grille 2310 W. Broad St. • 706-353-7667 www.hilltopgrille.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Reservations, Take-Out, Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.-Sun. Dinner, Mon. Sunday Brunch.

The Look : Upscale dining area decorated with UGA-

related artwork. Menu : Dinner focuses mainly on steak and seafood, with dishes like filet mignon and pecancrusted rainbow trout. Sandwiches, chicken and more steak for lunch. Low-cost options include the Blue Plate Special at lunch (an entrée plus a side and drink) and early-evening dinner specials. $$$

Hodgson’s Pharmacy 1260 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-543-7386 File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies. Features : Checks/CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 9–6 p.m. Sat, 9–5 p.m.

The Look : Continues the soda fountain tradition inside a Five Points pharmacy. Menu : Around 20 flavors of Edy’s ice cream at behind-the-times prices. Get it straight-up in a cone or cup for just $1, or as a malt, shake or float.

Hollis Famous Ribs 1660 W. Broad St. • 706-543-2234 www.hollisfamousribs.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Drive-Thru, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : An old-school drive-thru stand. On-site seating consists of umbrella-covered picnic tables. Menu : “Stimulus package” meals get you a meat (ribs, ground chicken, BBQ pork or even a veggie burger), a drink and two sides (options include cole slaw and potato salad). Finish with a slice of homemade cake or pie. $

HoneyBaked Ham Co. & Café 3690 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-613-8800 www.honeybaked.com File Under : Sandwiches. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Sat. $

Hot Thomas Barbecue 3753 Highway 15, Watkinsville • 706-769-6550 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Checks. Hours : Lunch & Dinner until 6:30 p.m, Tu.–Fri. The Look : An old-fashioned, family-operated roadside shack about five miles south of Watkinsville. Menu : Uncomplicated. The smoky chopped pork, with either a ketchup- or vinegar-based sauce, anchors every plate.

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Hoyt House Restaurant 295 E. Dougherty St. • 706-425-0444 www.foundryparkinn.com/restaurant File Under : Something Different. Features : Beer & Wine, Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, 7 days. Sunday Brunch. The Look : A restored 1829 two-story home.

Menu : In the mornings, find griddle-style waffles topped with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict and the Foundry Park Inn Omelet, filled with mushrooms, bacon, a pepper medley, and cheddar or Swiss cheese. The lunch menu features updated and refined Southern cuisine in the form of items like the Smoked BBQ Meatloaf and the Georgia Coast Crab Burger. $$

IHOP Restaurant 1180 Baxter St. • 706-354-1356 1061 Parkway Pl. • 706-353-0344 www.ihop.com File Under : American. Features : CC. Hours : 24 hours, 7 days. $

Ike and Jane 1307 Prince Ave. • 706-850-1580 www.ikeandjane.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries, Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sat.–Sun, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. The Look : Sunny, colorful and hip Normaltown bakery. A big doughnut sign marks the spot. Menu : Breakfast sandwiches in the morning and choices like spicy pulled pork on ciabatta, peanut butter and nutella on country French bread and chicken salad on a croissant at lunch. Dessert case is always filled with a bevy of sweet temptations, including some reliably creative doughnuts. $

Inoko Japanese Steak & Seafood House 161 Alps Rd. • 706-546-8589 File Under : Asian. Features : Full Bar, Reservations, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Dinner, 7 days. Lunch, Sun. The Look : The main draws are the hibachi grills at every table and the chefs who show off their knife skills with theatrical aplomb. Menu : Grilled steak, chicken and seafood dropped over heaps of rice and served with miso soup and a salad. There’s also no shortage of sushi. $$$

Inoko Sushi Express 2301 College Station Rd. • 706-546-5662 File Under : Asian. Features : Beer, Wine & Sake, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Sleek, with greater attention given to fostering a pleasant on-site dining experience than the average place with “express” in the name. Menu : The sushi bar is the major draw. A few dozen varieties of maki and nigiri sushi are available, including some specialty rolls (the Shrimp PoBoy, Fried Bagel and Fried California Roll among them).

Japanese staples like tempura, edamame and udon noodles fill out the menu. $

J.R.’s Baitshack 142 N. Jackson St. • 706-208-9100 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Aims for the essence of a

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breezy seaboard shack. The flat-panel TVs are generally tuned to ESPN. Drinks : Brightly colored shots and cold beachy drinks, like the Jack and Coke slushi, are always hits with the party crowd, but several draft beers flow freely as well.

Jason’s Deli 140 Alps Rd. • 706-425-4950 www.jasonsdeli.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Delivery, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Standalone chain located near the Alps Shopping Center.

Menu : Health-conscious. Everything is free of trans fat, MSG and high fructose corn syrup and made with highquality ingredients. Big selection of soups, salads, potatoes, pasta and specialty or build-your-own sandwiches.

Always-free soft-serve ice cream for dessert. $

Jersey Mike’s Subs 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-543-4114 www.jerseymikes.com File Under : Sandwiches. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Subs 525 Baxter St. • 706-613-0500 www.jimmyjohns.com File Under : Sandwiches. Features : Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Standard deli counter sandwich assembly. Menu : Over 20 sandwiches of all sizes. Depending on your appetite, choose either a Slim Jim (just meat and cheese), an 8”, a Giant Club, or, if you’re really hungry, the J.J. Gargantuan (stacked with cheese, veggies and five meats), said to be “huge enough to feed the hungriest of all humans.” $

Jittery Joe’s Coffee 1210 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-208-1979 1480 Baxter St. • 706-548-1099 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-354-8000 27 Greensboro Hwy. • Watkinsville • 706-769-4280 Athens Technical College, Building 700 • 706-353-0021 www.jitteryjoes.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Drive-Thru (Baxter St. & Greensboro Hwy.), Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Vary by location.

Open 7 days. The Look : The locations of the Athensbased franchise are not built from identical molds, but they do share warm colors, art, plentiful seating and a local flavor as common characteristics. Menu : Wide range of hot and cold coffee drinks, like the Crackaccino (four shots espresso and frothed milk) and Yin Yang Mocha (latte with dark and white chocolate). Fruit Freezes, six kinds of Frosty Joe, and premium teas as well. Biscuits in the morning at Baxter St. and Barnett Shoals, and other locally baked treats throughout the day at all locations.

Jittery Joe’s Roasting Company 780 E. Broad St. • 706-227-2161 www.jitteryjoes.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Cash Only. Hours : 7 a.m.–6 p.m, Mon.–Fri. The Look : A tin warehouse where coffee from

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around the world gets micro-roasted. You can take a look around the facilities with roaster Charlie Mustard, or just sit back on the porch. Menu : Fresh-ground beans by the pound, cups of coffee, teas, shots of espresso and baked goods.

bún (vermicelli noodles over a base of lettuce and bean sprouts). The eatery scrupulously provides a few vegetarian options in every section of the menu. Vietnamese smoothies and coffee as well. $

Jot ‘Em Down Country Store & BBQ 480 Macon Hwy. • 706-549-2110 www.jotemdownbbq.food.officelive.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Though in a new location, preserves the old-timey atmosphere of the previous store.

Menu : “BBQ the way it’s s’posed to be,” with a specialty in Boston butt pulled pork and smoked pork spare ribs.

Everything comes in a variety of seven sauces, from Mild Elrod’s (flavorful vinegar base) to Cherokee Indian (sweet ketchup base). Slaw, stew, beans, fries, cabbage casserole and potato salad on the side. Catfish and oysters, too. $$

1860 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-850-7285 www.kebagrill.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Fast-casual service in a setting with stainless steel design accents, interesting artwork and concerts on the TVs. Menu : Germany’s favorite sandwich, the kebap, is the centerpiece. European-style round bread is split and then stuffed with veggies and feta, falafel or meat (choose from chicken, beef and tuna). Nine signature dipping sauces (like Pesto Magnifico, Black Olive and Curry Up) are served with the much-loved Belgian fries. Kids’ kebaps and salads, too. $

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1063 Baxter St. • 706-850-1420 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Small strip space with friendly, attentive, sit-down service and lots of natural light. Menu : 15 varieties of pho, a Vietnamese noodle soup, but the dish doesn’t dominate the menu as much as the name suggests. The “and more” encompasses several spring rolls, Vietnamese-style sandwiches on baguettes and a wide selection of com (rice plates with grilled meat) and

1583 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-208-0000 www.kellysjerk.net File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Bright yellow and green all over the interior and exterior. Menu : Authentic Jamaican. Every plate is stacked with an entrée (choices include oxtail, curry goat, BBQ ribs and the titular jerk wings), cornbread and two sides, like spicy squash and collard greens. $$

2451 Jefferson Rd. • 706-546-4746 www.kingpins.us File Under : American, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Live Music, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. Lunch, Sat. & Sun. The Look : Equal parts bowling alley (with eight lanes), bar, lounge and restaurant space. Pinball machines, arcade games and huge video screens provide extra entertainment. Menu : In the Terrapin Grill and Tap Room, you’ll find fairly standard pub food, as well as several dishes prepared with local beer (like Homemade Terrapin Chili and Terrapin Golden Ale Fish ‘n’ Chips). Drinks : Around 30 bottled beers, and Bud Light, Miller Lite, PBR and nine Terrapin varieties on draft. $$

Krimson Kafe 40 Greensboro Hwy. • Watkinsville • 706-310-0888 www.krimsonkafe.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks.

Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Quintessential small-town café with a high cuteness quotient. Menu : Sandwich-wise you can build your own, or pick from a selection that includes the Vahco (sliced avocado, bacon, tomato and mayo), Mocha Bird (smoked turkey and roast beef with Swiss-American cheese) and Brock (wheat toast with spicy mustard and hummus). Aside from meat-free sandwiches, there is also a tofu hot dog, garden burger and Boca burger for vegetarians. A few salads, a homemade soup du jour, croissants, bagels and smoothies round out the offerings. $

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Classic Emerald Isle-inspired pub, with darts, billiards and six HDTVs that show everything from rugby to NASCAR. Menu : Compact list of basic sports bar bites, like burgers, fish ‘n’ chips, wings and potato wedges.

Drinks : A celebrated beer of the week is always on offer (weeks past include American Ale and Post Road Pumpkin Ale), as well as draft beers like Guinness, Terrapin and Miller Lite. $

Larry’s Giant Subs 1720 Epps Bridge Rd. • 706-227-7298 196 Alps Rd. • 706-353-4733 www.larryssubs.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $

Las Conchitas Caliente

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts 3703 Atlanta Hwy. • Bogart • 706-208-0628 www.krispykreme.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Drive-Thru, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Sun.–Th, 5:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri.–Sat, 5:30 a.m.–11 p.m.

Kui Aura Hibachi and Grill 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-850-5905 File Under : Asian. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

Late Night, Th.–Sat. The Look : Modern design and quick counter service that has your order ready in under 15 minutes. Menu : Heaping plates of sesame chicken, Mandarin ribs, teriyaki steak, shrimp and more. Add some cheese wontons or fried red peppers for an even bigger meal, and finish up with mocha, raspberry or coconut cake for dessert. $

La Dolce Vita 323 E. Broad St. • 706-353-3911 File Under : Italian. Features : Beer & Wine, Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Windows of this second-story space provide a bird’s-eye view of downtown. Refinedcasual interior features a deli counter that sells imported Italian meats, cheeses and condiments. Menu : Authentic Italian painstakingly prepared from top-notch ingredients.

The specialties of chef/owner Antonio Spadea, a Milan native, include pasta al forno and lobster ravioli, but the primary focus is carpaccio, which is available in several raw and cooked varieties. $$$

La Estrella 400 Hawthorne Ave. • 706-353-8557 File Under : Mexican. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : A cute lil’ cartoon star-person waves you into this shopping mall space. Menu : Specializes in authentic Mexican seafood dishes as well as the expected tacos and enchiladas. The

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30 combination meals promise to fill you up on Mexican goodness for a cheap set price. $$

La Fiesta #1 995 Hawthorne Ave. • 706-548-4261 File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Shopping center location that has been serving Athens for over 25 years. Menu : Dinner specialties include Pollo Ranchero (grilled chicken with melted Monterrey Jack cheese and pico de gallo) and flautas.

Burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, etc. are offered as well.

Enjoy an apple chimichanga or sopapilla for dessert. $$

La Fiesta #2 1395 College Station Rd. • 706-549-5933 www.athenslafiesta.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Recently re-built Eastside spot with a colorful red and green exterior. Menu : Americanized Mexican dishes on combination plates or a la carte.

Favorites include the chili burrito (stuffed with beef and beans and covered with spicy chili con carne) and shrimp taco salad. Lunch and drink specials on weekdays. $$

La Rosita 840 Hull Rd. • 706-543-8854 File Under : Mexican. Features: Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Gas station taqueria. Menu : Larger than expected. Over 20 entrées (with several seafood options) in addition to the usual tacos, burritos, quesadillas and tortas. $$

Lansdowne Road Irish Pub 262 College Ave. • 706-208-3682 www.lansdowneroadpub.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars.

Features : Live Music, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look :

1354 Prince Ave. • 706-353-2500 File Under : Mexican and South American, VegetarianFriendly. Features : Beer, Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Festive and friendly, nestled in the heart of Normaltown.

Menu : Promises to serve “the true taste of Latin America” with its authentic Peruvian cuisine. Filled with unusual but tasty dishes like papa rellena, a potato stuffed with beef, boiled eggs, raisins and veggies. For those wishing to stick to more familiar territory, tacos, fajitas and quesadillas are on offer. $$

Last Resort Grill 184 W. Clayton St. • 706-549-0810 www.lastresortgrill.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, Checks/ CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch.

The Look : Casual fine dining in a downtown space with exposed brick and murals on the walls. Menu : Marries downhome Southern cooking with European haute cuisine and then adds some Southwestern accents. The salmon and grits, roasted duck pasta, fennel chicken salad, fried green tomato sandwich, basil crab omelette and French toast stuffed with ricotta are a small sampling of the nouvelle Southern offerings. Drinks : 200+ wines, with 40 available by the glass. The list of 10 “All-American Martinis” includes the U.S. Mint, Georgia Peach, Nutella-tini and Clayton Street Cosmopolitan. $$$

Level 131 131 E. Broad St. • 706-316-1000 www.myspace.com/level131athens File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : DJs, CC. Hours : Th.–Sat, 10 p.m.–2 a.m. The Look : Athens at its clubbiest. A cavernous space, though it can still get crowded, with an industrial feel located at the base of one of downtown’s few highrise buildings. The upper level is less dance-y and more sporty, with an array of gaming options. Drinks : Patrons “get leveled” with party shots and cocktails served up in fishbowls. A second bar does beer-only service.

Lindsey’s Culinary Market 1238 Prince Ave. • 706-353-0558 www.lindseysculinarymarket.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. The Look : Small Normaltown café run by an Athens native. The walls are decorated with the art-

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work of one of the chefs. Menu : Soups, salads and sandwiches. The Grilled Pimento-less Cheese and Tomato is a particular favorite. Lindsey’s freezer stays stocked with casseroles, like chicken tetrazzini and lasagna, for big family meals at home. $$

and veggies) as well as seafood, steak, chicken and southwestern entreés. Any of the 10+ specialty burgers can be made with a beef, chicken or veggie patty. Drinks : Full bar with lots of domestic beer, by the pitcher or pint, on the cheap. $$

Little Italy

The Loft Dance Lounge

125 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-613-7100 File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Nofrills dining area (with infamous fluorescent lighting in the back) and no-fuss service. Not the best place for a quiet dinner with the whole family. Perfect for late-night revelers and low-key lunchers. Menu : Everything’s huge—the floppy, greasy, NY-style pizza as well as the monster subs, salads, stromboli and calzones. $

164 E. Clayton St. • 706-613-7771 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : DJs, CC. The Look : Energetic club that claims the biggest dance floor in Athens. Relax in the lounge or partake in a game of shuffleboard to take a break from the main action. Drinks : Each of the three bars is fully stocked and constantly pours out champagne, martinis and cheap pints. Be sure to try any of the vodkas infused with fresh fruit.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave. • 706-369-3144 www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. The Look : Laid-back, eventheavy townie hot spot with an eclectic aesthetic. Big patio is perhaps the best place in town for cornhole. Drinks : An Applejack and Ginger is a popular choice cocktailwise, and a couple of Terrapins are on tap. Plus, little cups of gummy bears. For free!

Locos Grill & Pub 1985 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-208-0911 581 S. Harris St. • 706-548-7803 2020 Timothy Rd. • 706-549-7700 www.locosgrill.com File Under : American, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Curbside Pick-Up (Timothy Road), Delivery, Live Music, Catering, Wi-Fi, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Local chain with a classic American pub vibe that has spread throughout the Southeast since its humble beginnings.

Menu : Popular deli sandwiches like the Looney Bird (smoked turkey with Swiss cheese, lettuce and tomato) and the Pick of the Garden (three cheeses, mushrooms

Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Jam-packed with loads of 8- and 9-foot pool tables, big-screen TVs, keno, indoor cornhole, darts and video games. Pool tournaments, trivia and Texas Hold ‘em are among the regularly scheduled events. Menu : Short-order sports bar fare: fried mushrooms, mini corn dogs, chili-cheese tater tots, nachos, wraps, chicken fingers, etc. Drinks : 15 drafts, including Widmer, Magic Hat and Sierra Nevada, available by the glass, 32-ounce mason jar or pitcher.

Expansive liquor selection as well. $

Lucky Wings

3668 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-227-9890 www.logansroadhouse.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

1005 Baxter St. • 706-353-3011 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken.

Features : Take-Out, Delivery, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Roomy, free-standing shack-like structure with sit-down service. Menu : Quantities of wings from 10–120 in a variety of flavors such as Sweet & Sour and Jamaican Jerk. If wings aren’t your thing, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, chicken strips and pizza are also on the menu. $

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Lumpkin Cafe

196 Alps Rd. • 706-548-1341 www.longhornsteakhouse.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$$

1700 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-543-3122 File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/ CC. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Quaint café nestled inside a cozy Five Points cottage. Menu : Lunch at Lumpkin consists of a selection of soups, salads (the Oriental Chicken Salad is a favorite), sandwiches and crepes. The ratatouille crepes and steak sandwich are perfectly paired with a glass of refreshing orange iced tea. $

Logan’s Roadhouse

Los Comales 211 Tallassee Rd. • 706-549-7405 File Under : Mexican. Features : Take-Out, Delivery, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : Loud Latin music sets the festive mood at this mostly outdoor cabana-like restaurant. Menu : More than just the every-day Mexican-American fare, with items like an egg and chorizo torta, deviled shrimp and signature marinated pork chops as well as tacos traditionales. $$

Lucky Dawg Billiards 1120 Mitchell Bridge Rd. • 706-354-7829 www.luckydawgathens.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch,

Magnolia’s at Tasty World Uptown 312 E. Broad St. • 706-543-0797 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Low-key, welcoming atmosphere and historic architectural details combine to create the feel of a relaxed Southern patio in the downstairs of the Tasty World space. Drinks : Generous selection of high-end liquors is put to use in fancy cocktails skillfully prepared by the bar staff.

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Marble Slab Creamery

2061 Experiment Station Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-8686 File Under : Asian. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Quick service at the counter is the focus. Menu : “New York style” Chinese, including all of the expected lo mein, egg foo young and fried rice dishes. Lunch specials Monday through Saturday come with soup and an egg roll. $

1591 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-543-2334 www.marbleslab.com File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies. Features : Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Mon.–Fri, 1–11 p.m. Sat.–Sun, 12–11 p.m.

Marti’s at Midday

315 Athens Rd. • Winterville • 706-742-7790 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. Breakfast, Sat. The Look : Country-fied and grandma-ish.

Occupies a small spot adjacent to a convenience store.

Menu : The time-tested, classic “meat and three” set-up with all the familiars (i.e., collards, fried chicken, mac & cheese, green beans, pork chops, etc.). A storied homemade strawberry shortcake is among the dessert offerings. $

1280 Prince Ave. • 706-543-3541 www.martisatmidday.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/ CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. The Look : A warm and inviting Normaltown house with lots of Southern charm. Menu : Bagels, homemade muffins and Jittery Joe’s coffee in the morning. Menu transitions at midday to offer Chef Marti Schimmel’s gourmet soups, salads and sandwiches (e.g., stuffed portabella with spinach, curry chicken salad with fruit). Bulk take-out available as well, including frozen casseroles, mint sweet tea by the gallon and pimento cheese by the pound. $$

Mama Sid’s Pizza

The Max Canada

2240 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-549-6100 www.mamasidspizza.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Buffet, Take-Out, Delivery, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Classic pizzeria style. Menu : The all-you-can eat buffet (ideal for big appetites and tight budgets) is constantly supplied with fresh pizzas. Subs, pasta, salads and custom pizzas can be ordered directly from the menu. $

243 W. Washington St. • 706-254-3392 www.myspace.com/themaxcanada File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Enormous space, both out on the super roomy patio and in the multi-room interior, with two full-service bars. There’s always fun to be had with the many game options in the back, including darts, pool, foosball and a Wii projected on a giant screen. Drinks : Draft beers include Miller Lite and Terrapin Rye. A sizable selection of bottled high gravity beers, too.

Mama Shug’s Country Kitchen

Mama’s Boy 197 Oak St. • 706-548-6249 www.eatatmamasboy.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, 7 days. Dinner, Th.–Sun. Weekend Brunch. The Look : Though the exterior of the oddly shaped building near the Oconee River Greenway is not particularly remarkable-looking at first glance, the interior melds hominess, trendiness and refinement. Menu : A creative spin on Southern standards. The fried chicken is brined in sweet tea, the pork chop is mojito-marinated and the Country Captain can come with chicken or tofu. A full slate of sides and appetizers (e.g., mashed sweet potatoes, fried green tomatoes, coconut Basmati rice, goat cheese topped with toasted pecans) as well. A diverse selection, ranging from tofu stir fry to biscuits and gravy to chocolate cake, in the morning. $$

The Manhattan Café 337 N. Hull St. • 706-369-9767 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : A much-adored alternative to the rows of sports bars and rowdy student spots. A funky aesthetic (vintage furniture, offbeat art and the like) reigns. Drinks : The diverse assemblage of drinks matches the eclectic atmosphere. Both ends of the beer spectrum, from Schlitz to Paulaner, are represented, along with a rotating array of wines, sake and house specialities (like blueberry lemonade when it gets warmer and spicy Blenheim’s ginger ale and Maker’s Mark year round). Munchies to soak up the alcohol, including White Castle burgers, Zapp’s chips and complimentary popcorn, are on hand as well.

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Mayflower Restaurant 171 E. Broad St. • 706-548-1692 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Checks.

Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, 7 days. The Look : Downtown institution for over 50 years with a traditional Southern diner look. Menu : Country-style comfort food. Countryfried steak, baked chicken, coleslaw and collard greens are just a few items that frequently appear as choices for the daily meat and veggie plate. Omelettes, biscuits, grits and the like for breakfast. $

McAlister’s Deli 2440 W. Broad St. • 706-369-6700 www.mcalistersdeli.com File Under ; Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Classic deli-style sandwich shop, but the food is brought to your table. Menu : Over 100 different items. Pick from the long list of signature sandwiches and paninis or build your own. Loaded baked potatoes, salads, soups and classic comfort food (pizza, meatloaf and pot roast) complete the menu. Pair your meal with some of McAlister’s Famous Sweet Tea. $

Mell’s Place 4648 Atlanta Hwy. • Bogart • 706-548-0830 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Cash Only.

The Look : Stripped-down country roadhouse that’s been around for several decades. Drinks : All your garden variety domestic brews and basic liquors, but nothing out of the ordinary.

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Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St. • 706-613-0892 www.mellowmushroom.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : Big, bright and bustling. A melange of quirky figurines, including some ‘shrooms, natch, adorn the interior. Menu : Pizza, whole or by the slice, with a choice of more than 30 toppings (including some with vegans in mind, like tempeh, tofu and soy cheese) on a crust basted with garlic butter and sprinkled with parmesan. Also hummus, pretzels, soup, salads, calzones and hoagies.

Drinks : Most will find their beer of choice among the wide-ranging selection of 40 on tap. $

The Melting Point 295 E. Dougherty St. • 706-549-7051 www.meltingpointathens.com File Under : American, Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Fancy, multi-tiered music venue at the Foundry Park Inn and Spa that serves food during the day and also offers waiter service to show-goers. Menu : Classed-up versions of traditional pub fare—burgers, ribs, BBQ, tacos, sandwiches and such. Drinks : The three taps of local brew get a lot of use on Terrapin Tuesdays, and there are regular wine specials as well. $$

Mexicali Grille 2301 College Station Rd. • 706-546-9200 www.mexicaligrilleathens.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Wine & Margaritas, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Fast and friendly service with a spacious interior and patio, despite the shopping center location. Menu : Serves up typical “Mexican comfort food” (fajitas, quesadillas, burritos, etc.) and claims the best cheese dip in Athens. Margarita flavors are in no short supply; along with the “ClassicLime Rita,” mango, papaya and peach are just a few other choices. $$

Mirko Pasta 1040 Gaines School Rd. • 706-850-5641 2 S. Main St. • Watkinsville • 706-310-1233 www.mirkopasta.com File Under : Italian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/ CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Fast fine-dining. Customers order at the counter, but servers bring out the food and the setting is pretty upscale.

Menu : Regularly rotates with the seasons, but the central build-your-own-pasta concept remains consistent. 16 fresh, homemade pastas and 11 sauces are available to be combined however the customer sees fit. There’s also always a handful of already put-together dishes (like spinach lasagna, risotto, seafood stew and seared salmon), along with salads, appetizers and desserts. $$

Moe’s Southwest Grill 1320 Baxter St. • 706-369-7776 www.moes.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Wine & Margaritas, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours: Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Assembly line-style for speedy service. Menu : South-

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ern rock variety, every week. Drinks : The draft and bottled beers amount to more than 100, but patrons down plenty of bourbon and whiskey, too.

The National

225 College Ave. • 706-369-6650 File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Open 7 days. The Look : A little stand that targets the College Square pedestrian traffic. If you don’t want to grab-and-go, an “O.K. Study Hall” with seating is just a few steps away. Menu : Jittery Joe’s coffee, cold drinks, snacks, pastries and basic breakfast items, including Belgian waffles.

232 W. Hancock Ave. • 706-549-3450 www.thenationalrestaurant.com File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast, Mon.–Fri. Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Elegant but easygoing Eurostyle bar-café in a converted tire plant. Menu : Executive chef Peter Dale (one-time sous chef under Hugh Acheson at Five & Ten) draws from his professional experience in Spain when preparing dishes. The menu regularly changes, but the offerings (like Spicy Spanish Chorizo, Cape Cod Hake, Smoked Salmon Tartine and a loaded, premium vegetable plate) are consistently Old-World inspired. Entrées at lunch, typically priced substantially below their dinner counterparts, mostly consist of gourmet soups, salads and sandwiches. Bar opens up for breakfast with fresh pastries, fruit, yogurt and Counter Culture coffee. Drinks : 25 wines by the glass, threeounce pours for multi-wine sampling, cocktails and a nice selection of beer (both bottled and draft) are part of the vibrant bar scene that keeps going strong after the dining room shuts down. $$$$

O.K. Coffee

The Office Lounge 2455 Jefferson Rd. • 706-546-0840 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. The Look : A “neighborhood bar” and karaoke hot spot in the corner of the Homewood Village Shopping Center. Opens early for the midday and after-work crowd. Drinks : Nothing too crazy, but all the essentials. A couple dozen beers in all. And free popcorn!

The Olive Garden 3666 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-227-2225 www.olivegarden.com File Under : Italian and Pizza. Features : Full Bar, TakeOut, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

No Where Bar

On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

240 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-546-4742 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, CC. The Look : Not too frou-frou, but packed with entertainment options that include 10 TVs, six pool tables, dart boards, arcade games and live music, often of the South-

3640 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-543-2299 www.ontheborder.com File Under : Mexican. Features : Full Bar, Curbside Pick-Up, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

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On the Rocks 225 E. Clayton St. • 706-354-0305 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Brighter and spiffier than the average dimly lit dive.

Drinks : All the standards, as well as an array of house shots and cocktails. Specials during the week on draft beer and well drinks.

Outback Steakhouse 3585 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-613-6015 www.outbacksteakhouse.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Curbside Pick-Up, CC. Hours : Dinner, 7 days. Lunch, Sun. $$$

Panera Bread 3151 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-546-6812 www.panerabread.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Bakery café chain ideal for either a meal or a quiet work space. Menu : A variety of sandwiches, salads and soups (served in a warm and flaky bread bowl upon request). All of the artisan and specialty breads (like honey wheat and tomato basil) are freshly baked throughout the day. Pastries, breakfast sandwiches and egg soufflés are available for breakfast. $

Paul’s Bar-B-Q 124 E. Main St. • Lexington • 706-338-5099 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Checks.

Hours : Lunch Sat. & 4th of July. The Look : Barbecue the

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way it used to be is still yours for the eating at Paul’s, a local institution in an old store in downtown Lexington, GA, 15 miles east of Athens on Hwy 78. Menu : Paul’s focuses on the basics: slow-cooked pulled pork in a vinegar sauce, meaty ribs, thick stew, crisp slaw, baked beans with a touch of ground beef, loaf bread, sweet pickles and tea—sweet or not—plus homemade pecan pie while it lasts. $

Pauley’s Original Crepe Bar 134 E. Clayton St. • 706-549-0034 File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : The bar occupies most of the narrow, art-lined space, but there’s also a handful of tables at the front. Menu : About 25 savory crepes (e.g., Cranberry Turkey, Hawaiian, Asian Chicken, Vegetarian), as well as several dessert crepes (S’mores, PB&J, Apple & Caramel). Hummus, cheese plates, salads, fruit and sandwiches made with locally baked bread, too. Drinks : The impressive selection, which includes 28 draft beers from around the world, attracts a beverage-savvy crowd. $

Peaches Fine Foods 840 W. Broad St. • 706-613-5334 www.peachesfinefoods.bizathens.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Fri. & Sun. The Look : Big peaches on the windows are the defining physical attribute of this little eatery with heaps of Southern charm. Menu : Meals follow a standardized formula of one

meat, two veggies, a bread and tea or lemonade to drink.

Walking the cafeteria line you’ll find comfort food staples like fried chicken, pork chops, mac & cheese, squash casserole, butter beans and cornbread. $

Peking Restaurant (Eastside) 1935 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-549-0274 www.pekingeastside.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Buffet, Take-Out, Delivery, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Upscale with white table cloths and elegant decor, despite the shopping center locale. Menu : Chinese Mandarin cuisine with the usual lo mein, egg fu yung and chow mein dishes, along with lots of chef specialties like Mongolian Lamb and Twice Cooked Pork. For lunch on the cheap, check out the buffet or the selection of lunch specials, all served with an egg roll, rice and soup. $$

Peking Restaurant (Westside) 2725 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-549-9333 www.pekingathens.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Buffet, Take-Out, Delivery, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Big, free-standing location with an interior that’s polished and ornate. Menu : A huge selection of Szechuan, Hunan and Mandarin cuisine, including home-style tofu (tofu deep fried with a mixed vegetable white sauce), oyster sauce beef, almond chicken and all of the expected dishes. The weekday lunch buffet is all-you-can-eat and comes with a free drink. $$

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Peppino’s 2597 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-613-1616 File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sun. The Look : Fast-moving counter service. Menu : All kinds of variations of all the standards—huge slices of thin- and thick-crust pizza, specialty pies, stromboli, calzones and subs. $

Picante’s Mexican Grill 151 E. Broad St. • 706-369-1930 File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : Downtown locale decorated with murals depicting scenes from Mexico and UGA. Menu : Fresh Mexican favorites served up with health in mind— no lard or unnecessary oil is added in preparation. Twelve burrito varieties include the Fajitas Burrito and the Yanqui (chicken, mushrooms, zucchini, rice and sour cream). $

Piccadilly Cafeteria 3700 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-353-0030 www.piccadilly.com File Under : American. Features : Take-Out, Checks/ CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Weekend Brunch. $

The Pita Pit 123 N. Jackson St. • 706-552-0052 www.pitapitusa.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Delivery, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : A standard sandwich shop with a prep line in a sub-street level downtown space. Menu : Lebanese-style pitas, available in more than two dozen varieties (breakfast, meat and veggie are the major categories)—a healthy alternative to typical fast food fare. To cut back on carbs, ditch the bread and order your pita “fork style” (as a salad). $

Planet Smoothie 184 College Ave. • 706-353-8181 196 Alps Rd. • 706-316-3090 www.planetsmoothie.com File Under : Smoothies. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Vary by location. Open 7 days.

Plantation Buffet 1055 Gaines School Rd. • 706-543-3332 1119 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. • 706-353-3663 www.plantationbuffet.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Buffet, Take-Out, Catering, Checks. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Fri. & Sun. (MLK Jr. Pkwy); Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Mon.– Fri. Breakfast, Sat. Breakfast & Lunch, Sun. (Gaines School Rd). The Look : The original is in a non-descript building north of town, while the new location is tucked away in an Eastside shopping center. Menu : All of the Southern meats, veggies, breads and desserts you can eat. Buffet spread rotates regularly, but steak and gravy, fried chicken and BBQ goat make frequent appearances.

At the Eastside location you can also opt out of buffet eating and order a standard meat-and-three meal. $$

Porterhouse Grill 459 E. Broad St. • 706-369-0990 File Under : American, Bars. Features : Reservations, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Dinner, Mon.–Sat. Sunday

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Brunch. The Look : Dimly lit downtown dining with an upscale sheen. Menu : The namesake steak, an 18-oz Porterhouse with sautéed cremini mushrooms, is an obvious specialty, or you can go with the NY Strip, T-bone, filet mignon, prime rib or bleu cheese filet. Lighter options include roast duck, blackened swordfish, carpaccio and shrimp scampi. Gourmet brunch buffet every Sunday.

Drinks : The wine list sticks to the states, but it’s still extensive. $$$$

The Pub at Gameday 251 W. Clayton St. • 706-353-2831 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. The Look : Situated at the bottom of the Gameday condos on the edge of downtown. Tricked out with HD TVs, Wii, board games and an extra-long granite bar. Drinks : A pub minus the grub, Gameday just doesC Ah beverages. British influence comes through in the draft beer selection, which includes Belhaven, Harp, Bass and Guinness. Elsewhere on the globe is represented in the 100+ bottled beers.

Rafferty’s Restaurant & Bar 15 Huntington Rd. • 706-613-0045 www.raffertys.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

Raising Cane’s 795 Baxter St. • 706-548-2008 www.raisingcanes.com File Under : Chicken. Features : Take-Out, Drive-Thru, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri.–Sat. The Look : Stand-alone fast food convenient to the UGA high-rise dorms. Menu : High quality and “never-ever frozen” chicken fingers. The four meal choices (The Box, The Sandwich, The Caniac and The 3 Finger) all come with the signature fingers, some combination of side items (cole slaw, fries and Texas toast), and the secretrecipe Cane’s sauce. $

Raw 335 E. Clayton St. www.myspace.com/rawathens File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Sitting right above the Xhale hookah lounge, Raw emphasizes the digital, with HD TVs (394 inches in all) everywhere you turn. Drinks : Beer pong pitchers, house cocktails and a shot of the week, all priced with student budgets in mind.

Red Eye Coffee 297 Prince Ave. • 706-369-6850 www.redeyeathens.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Sun–Th, 8 a.m.-8 p.m; Fri.–Sat. 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. The Look : In the historic Bottleworks, with lots of tables and a couple of comfy couches. Menu : Loose-leaf tea, espresso and Chemex-brewed Counter Culture coffee. Local gelato and baked goodies from Donderos’ Kitchen for snacking.

Red Lobster 1956 W. Broad St. • 706-549-5376 www.redlobster.com File Under : American. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$$

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Red Rooster 558 W. Broad St. • 706-549-1668 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Hard-to-miss orange exterior with a typical sports bar vibe inside. Menu : Burgers, pizza, wings and some Southwestern fare, like nachos, burritos, quesadillas and fajitas. Drinks : The nearly 60 beers on tap include those for the dollar-pint crowd (Miller, Coors) as well as a lot of microbrews and imports. $

Rita’s Italian Ice 2080 Timothy Rd. • 706-354-0212 www.ritasfranchises.com/Athens File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies. Features : Catering, CC. Hours : 12 p.m.–10 p.m, 7 days. The Look : Pennsylvania-based franchise with family-friendly environs and the counter-service set-up that’s common to ice cream parlors. Menu : Italian ice is the big moneymaker, and Rita’s version of the cool and refreshing treat is made daily with fresh fruit in dozens of flavors. Other offerings include soft-serve frozen custard, silky “cream ice” and all kinds of blends and combinations of the above (like the Ritaccino, a mix of coffee, custard and Italian ice).

Roadhouse 137 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-613-2324 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : No-frills, but the stripped-down feel gives the Roadhouse a classic dive-bar appeal. Drinks : Seven beers, most of which are domestic, on tap. The drinks match the atmosphere: you won’t find an abundance of gimmicky cocktails here.

Rosario’s Trattoria 2061 Hog Mountain Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-705-1367 www.rosariostrattoriainc.com File Under : Italian and Pizza. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : New warm and welcoming establishment that’s a family affair—with husband and wife team Carl and Kim Burdette as owners, Kim’s paternal grandfather, Rosario Vicchitto, as namesake, and Carl and Kim’s son, Zack, as sous chef. Menu : Flat bread pizzas, sandwiches and classic pasta dishes for lunch. Expands for dinner to include wood-fired specialties and more Italian classics (e.g., Mediterranean scampi, parmigiana-sauteed chicken breast, seafood linguine). $$

The Royal Peasant 1675 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-549-7920 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars.

Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, Mon.–Sat. Lunch & Dinner, Sun. The Look : Five Points pub with as authentically British an

atmosphere as you can find stateside. TVs are frequently tuned to favored UK sports like soccer and rugby. Menu : Traditional English fare (e.g., fish and chips, bangers and mash, London broil) alongside dishes with an Indian influence (lamb vindaloo curry, samosas). Navy rum pie and whisky fruit crumble for dessert. Drinks : UK is well represented beer-wise with Fullers, Samuel Smith, Boddingtons, Harp, Bass and Guinness, among others.

Selection of Scotch, whiskey and gin also stays true to theme. $$

RPM 235 W. Washington St. • 706-543-0428 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Booths inside and a commodious back patio with picnic table seating foster more laid-back conversation than frenetic partying. Between shuffleboard, foosball, pool, pinball and arcade games, there’s plenty to do. Drinks : 20 beers on tap, including Magic Hat, Paulaner, Unibroue and several Terrapins. Char-

treuse and absinthe are on hand for those who like their beverages green and super potent.

Ru San’s 196 Alps Rd. • 706-552-0488 www.rusans-athens.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Reservations, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : The airy enclosed patio is a notable feature of the Atlanta-based chain in the Beechwood shopping center. Menu : 50 house sushi rolls and non-sushi entreés, from noodles to tempura, too.

Many premium cold sakes as well as a sizable beer and wine list (including a few plum wines). $$$

Ryan’s Family Steakhouse 1021 Dowdy Rd. • 706-543-8203 www.ryans.com File Under : American. Features : Buffet, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Weekend Brunch. $$

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Rye Bar 140 E. Clayton St. • 706-354-6629 www.myspace.com/ryebarathens File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music/ DJs, CC. The Look : Small basement bar ideal for catching some local music in a low-key setting. Drinks : A reverence for bourbon is apparent, with a wider selection than one might find elsewhere downtown.

Sandbar 220 College Ave. • 706-548-1988 File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Beachy and carefree. Surf boards and palm trees conjure the feel of the Bahamian seashore indoors. Drinks : Popular frozen tropical drinks and Coronas match the setting, and pitchers of domestics flow freely to please the student crowd.

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and knife work. Menu : The chefs dish out lobster, shrimp, calamari, scallops, steak and teriyaki chicken. There’s also a seasoned sushi chef and the usual variety of rolls, sashimi and nigiri on hand. Stop by during lunch to fill up on entrées like filet mignon at affordable prices. Green tea ice cream and fried banana for dessert. $$$

Shokitini 251 W. Clayton St. • 706-353-7933 shokitini.com/ File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Posh, with a definite effort to cultivate a fancy fine-dining feel. Three private karaoke rooms upstairs. Menu : A comprehensive array of sushi, nearly 100 options in all. Japanese steak, shrimp, chicken and noodle dishes as well. Drinks : The extensive sake selection is put to good use in 16 speciality saketinis. $$

1197 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-542-6341 www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/restaurants File Under : American, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Reservations, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Fri. The Look : Relaxed fine dining in the Georgia Center for Continuing Education. Menu : Daily lunch specials include a soup and sandwich of the day (e.g., the Chicken Salad Croissant and Calypso Pork) and three entrées at lower prices. Soups, sandwiches and main courses like black-eyed pea cakes and honey-bourbon salmon for dinner. $$$

364 E. Broad St. • 706-319-1919 www.myspace.com/sidewaysbar File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Live Music, Outside Seating, CC. The Look : Main attraction is the roomy rooftop deck that overlooks the UGA campus and provides a low-key respite from the high-energy hullabaloo going on downstairs. Drinks : Bombs, shooters and dollar drafts get the party crowd rowdy. Full-service tiki bar mixes up refreshment on the roof.

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Siri Thai Cuisine

Sideways

1490 Baxter St. • 706-543-2518 www.schlotzskys.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Drive-Thru, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi. The Look : A fancier kind of fast food. Has the same shininess as most chains, but a little more refinement. A few Mac computers provide ample entertainment while you wait. Menu : The selection of deli sandwiches on freshly baked bread is the anchor of the menu. Eightinch pizzas, wraps, soups, salads and paninis. Indulge in a cookie, Carvel ice cream or a Cinnabon to wrap up the meal. $

367 Prince Ave. • 706-548-7667 www.sirithaicuisine.com File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Polished and put-together space in the Bottleworks with dining areas on two levels and especially friendly service. Menu : Traditional Thai dishes with an emphasis on nutrition and fresh ingredients. The long, diverse menu offers up curry, noodle, fried rice and seafood entrées, as well as lots of options for vegetarians, including mock duck curry and tofu chili. $$

Seattle’s Best Coffee

Smoothie King

196 Alps Rd. (Borders) • 706-583-8647 www.seattlesbestcoffee.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Mon.–Th, 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri.–Sat, 9 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

1591 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-613-2600 1993 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-850-0962 2361 W. Broad St. • 706-369-3111 www.smoothieking.com File Under : Smoothies. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Vary by location. Open 7 days.

Shane’s Rib Shack

Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q

196 N. Milledge Ave. • 706-548-4650 www.shanesribshack.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

3755 Atlanta Hwy. • 706-546-0385 www.sonnysbbq.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $$

Shoki Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar

2095 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-543-2516 File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Live Music, Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Athens institution since the 1970s, the popular student spot is in its third year at the Milledge Plaza location. Menu : Gyros, wings and burgers

10 Huntington Rd. • 706-227-1933 www.realpages.com/sites/shokisteakhouse File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Reservations, CC. Hours : Dinner, 7 days. Lunch, Fri.-Sun. The Look : Highly experienced hibachi chefs service the communal tables with their impressive stunts

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in addition to pizzeria regulars like calzones, pasta and “super-fat” subs. $

signature mixes as well as a selection of wine that covers a range of price points. $$$$

Speakeasy

Sr. Sol

269 E. Broad St. • 706-546-5556 www.speakeasyathens.com File Under : Something Different, Bars. Features : Reservations, Take-Out, Catering, CC. Hours : Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : One of Athens’ ritzier spots, the second-story restaurant showcases a scenic view of UGA’s North Campus from its windows. Menu : Takes a tapas approach. The small plates (e.g., duck confit salad, tenderloin kebobs, crab cakes, spinach dip in a honey wheat bread bowl, fried calamari) maximize the potential for multi-dish sampling. Lobster manicotti and sausage risotto are among the handful of full entrées that are available. Drinks : 20 wines by the glass and an array of popular house mixes, including the Mango Mojito and Georgia Peach Martini. $$$

175 Tallassee Rd. • 706-546-1570 File Under : Mexican. Features : Beer, Wine & Margaritas, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days.

The Look : Small space connected to a gas station. Menu : Americanized Mexican (like the Taco Americano) alongside authentic national delicacies. Make your meal more of an adventure by filling your taco with lengua (tongue), or stick to the more traditional options of chicken, steak and chorizo. Other specialties include the Carne Asada and the selection of tortas. $$

Square One Fish Co. 414 Thomas St. • 706-353-8862 www.squareonefishco.com File Under : American, Bars. Features : Reservations, Live Music, Take-Out, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch, Wed–Fri. Dinner, 7 days. Sunday Brunch.

The Look : Swank, nautical-themed eatery located on the eastern edge of downtown near the Classic Center. Menu : About a dozen varities of fresh, line-caught fish from Florida, Georgia and the Caribbean, and a raw bar with oysters and clams on the half shell, mussels, scallops, ceviche and sesame-seared tuna. Drinks : A variety of

Starbucks 100 College Ave. • 706-543-0114 2301 College Station Rd. (Kroger) • 706-353-8543 1720 Epps Bridge Rd. (Kroger) • 706-583-8900 10 Huntington Rd. • 706-353-6632 1761 Epps Bridge Pkwy. • 706-353-2206 www.starbucks.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Drive-Thru (Epps Bridge Pkwy. & Huntington Rd.), Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Vary by location.

Open 7 days.

Stevi B’S Pizza 122 Alps Rd. • 706-208-9552 www.stevibspizza.com File Under : Italian and Pizza. Features : Buffet, TakeOut, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. $

Strickland’s Restaurant 4723 Atlanta Hwy. • Bogart • 706-548-7003 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. Breakfast, Sat. The Look : An inconspicuous family-run place with cafeteria-style service that’s been in business for around 50 years. Found way, way out on Atlanta Highway past the Georgia Square Mall. Menu : Fluffy buttermilk biscuits, bacon, homemade sausage patties and eggs for breakfast, while lunch is a spread of soul food standards like fried catfish, baked chicken, country-fried steak and more. $

The Sultan 3812 Atlanta Hwy. • Bogart • 706-543-6600 File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. The Look : A small space situated in a strip mall with attentive and welcoming service.

Menu : Uncommon Middle Eastern dishes such as kibbeh balls (made of wheat, onions and beef) and spinach folds (dough stuffed with marinated spinach, onions and lemon juice) as well as more familiar options like falafel and kebabs. $$

Sweet Retreat 2 S. Main St. • Watkinsville • 706-310-1950 File Under : Ice Cream and Smoothies. Features : Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Tu.–Th, 12–9 p.m. Fri.–Sat, 12–10:30 p.m. Sun, 1–8 p.m. The Look : Hyperactive and fun. Loud and crazy colors, strings of lights, disco balls, toys and local art are all part of the

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Taste of India 131 E. Broad St. • 706-559-0000 www.indiaathens.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Buffet, Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Dining area with white table cloths and a buffet in the back. Menu : Versatile, with vegetarian, chicken, seafood, lamb, goat and tandoori entrées on offer. The daily lunch buffet is a low-cost way to load up on a little bit of everything, with naan being a staple. $$$

Thai Spoon 149 N. Lumpkin St. • 706-548-9222 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.– Sat. The Look : Pleasant and serene downtown dining.

Menu : A full selection of curry, noodle and rice dishes, as well as chef specials like crab tempura and grilled lamb, all prepared with fresh ingredients. Most of the authentic Thai entrées can be made vegetarian with either tofu or suegai (made with yellow bean). $$

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busy decor. Menu : An assortment of flavors of shaved ice, smoothies, pies, brownies, cookies and 25 flavors of ice cream.

Taco Stand 670 N. Milledge Ave. • 706-549-2894 247 E. Broad St. • 706-549-1446 2270 Barnett Shoals Rd. • 706-549-5481 2131 Hog Mountain Rd. • Watkinsville • 706-769-3233 www.thetacostand.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar (Broad St.), Beer (Milledge Ave.), Take-Out, Outside Seating (Broad St. & Milledge Ave.), CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Varies somewhat by location, but an easygoing atmosphere and fast-casual setup are common denominators. Menu : An assortment of simple, straightforward and reliably satisfying burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, tostadas and tacos, including tofu varieties. Loyal customers come back again and again (often within a single week) for specialties like the BBQ pork and fried chicken burritos. Chips and salsa or cheese dip round out many a meal, and the margaritas at the downtown location across from north campus are a popular pick. $

Taqueria Del Sol 334 Prince Ave. • 706-353-3890 www.taqueriadelsol.com File Under : Mexican. Features : Full Bar, TakeOut, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Tu.–Sat. Lunch, Mon. The Look : Gas station turned contemporary-casual dining space with a distinctive white and purplish-blue enclosed patio. Has a reputation for strictly enforcing the house rules. Learn ‘em quickly.

Menu : Brings new ideas to old Mexican favorites. A different creative taco (like one filled with cracker crusted chicken breast, Tabasco-honey mayonnaise and jalapeno

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cole slaw) moves into the rotation weekly alongside the regulars—smoked pork, fish, brisket and fried chicken.

Sides include shrimp corn chowder, pork green chili and turnip greens. $

259 E. Broad St. • 706-549-0545 File Under : Asian, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer, Wine & Sake, Reservations, Take-Out, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, Mon.–Sat. Dinner, Sun. The Look : Asian design accents and a few flatscreen TVs in an intimate downtown space. Menu : A good-sized selection of sushi and sashimi. Lunch specials presented bento-box style provide a lot of bang for the buck. Alongside all the Japanese offerings are a handful of Korean dishes, like bulgogi and kalbi. $$

Taqueria El Ranchito

Top Dawg Activity Bar & Nightclub

645 Danielsville Rd. • 706-559-0018 File Under : Mexican. Features : CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Small spot that neighbors a gas station convenience store. Menu : Tacos, tortas, fajitas and enchiladas alongside American fast food like burgers, wings and fried chicken. $

Taqueria La Jalisco 3750 Old Jefferson Rd. • 706-316-3560 File Under : Mexican. Features : CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : A tiny, tough-to-find taqueria inside a Mexican grocery store. Menu : Tacos, burritos and tortas loaded with carne asada, chorizo, carnitas and/ or al pastor pork. Everything’s more authentically prepared than the Americanized fare to which most gringos are accustomed. $

Taqueria La Parrilla 2439 Jefferson Rd. • 706-549-4977 1431 Capital Ave. • Watkinsville • 706-310-9991 www.taquerialaparrilla.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar (Jefferson Rd.), Beer & Wine (Watkinsville), Take-Out, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : A festive and family-friendly shopping center suite. Menu : Close to 50 combination meals, with plenty of vegetarian options. Specialties include the giant Burrito Vallarta (stuffed with shrimp, rice, zuchinni, mushrooms, peppers, onions and tomatoes), chimichangas and, at the Athens location, the everflowing margaritas. $

400 E. Clayton St. • 706-870-6563 www.athenstopdawg.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : New club with a VIP section and an abundance of entertainment options (including 50-inch TVs, Xbox, Wii Sport, Rock Band, Texas Horseshoes, pool tables and a large dance floor) shoots for a Vegas feel. Drinks : The bar staff has the wherewithal to whip up whatever you fancy, but the six frozen drinks are a particular specialty.

Topper’s International Showbar 100 N. Jackson St. • 706-613-0504 www.myspace.com/toppersinternational File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Dude-centric, with exotic dancing onstage and sports on the flat-screen TVs. Drinks : Champagne and domestic beer on the cheap rule the night, but the selection of premium liquors also gives big spenders plenty of options.

Transmetropolitan 145 E. Clayton St. • 706-613-8773 1550 Oglethorpe Ave. • 706-549-5112 www.transmetonline.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, Live Music, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Pizzeria with a classy-casual aesthetic, smart design touches and local art on the walls. Rooftop patio at Oglethorpe. Menu : Around 40 pizza toppings, including blackened tofu, cucumbers and breaded eggplant. Aside from pizza, there are pasta bowls, salads and panini

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served with oven-roasted red potatoes. Drinks : Extensive wine list and several beers on tap, including Sweetwater and Terrapin. Micheladas and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar in the cocktail department. $

Trappeze Pub 269 W. Washington St. • 706-543-8997 www.trappezepub.com File Under : Something Different, Coffee Houses and Bakeries, Vegetarian-Friendly, Bars. Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : One room, the coffeehouse that opens up early during the week, is flooded with natural light, while the bar side has an old tavern feel. Menu : A finer class of pub fare, with most items incorporating beer. Offerings include a BBQ duck taco, vegetarian Reuben, bratwurst and beer cheddar soup. Drinks : The biggest beer selection around—more than 30 rotating taps and a bottled beer menu of 20+ pages. $

Two Story Coffeehouse 1680 Lumpkin St. • 706-850-5422 www.twostorycoffeehouse.com File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries. Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Mon.–Sat, 7 a.m.–10 p.m. The Look : Cozy house with two levels for two distinct purposes. Comfy couches and materials for solitary study are upstairs, while the first story encourages socialization. Menu : 1000 Faces Coffee brewed either by French press or manual pour-over. In addition to tea and the usual espresso drinks, Two Story serves specialties like the Fire & Ice (a gelato and espresso dessert) and the Babarr (chai with a shot and cinnamon stick).

The Varsity 1000 W. Broad St. • 706-548-6325 www.thevarsity.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken.

Features : Drive-Thru, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : A classic fast food eatery with the same basic look as its legendary Atlanta cousin. The Athens location has been going strong for decades. Menu : Artery-clogging burgers, chili cheese dogs, fries and onion rings. The Varsity Orange is the drink of choice to pair with the greasy goodness. $

The Village Idiot 400 E. Clayton St. • 706-369-6678 www.idiotathens.com File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : CC. The Look : Roomy pub with something for everyone. Space for dancing, playing Ms. Pacman and taking in a game on the giant TV screen. Drinks : Nightly specials include a little bit of everything, including margaritas, martinis, shooters and champagne. Stella Artois, Miller Lite, High Life and a few others on draft.

Walker’s Coffee & Pub 128 College Ave. • 706-543-1433 File Under : Coffee Houses and Bakeries, Bars.

Features : Outside Seating, Wi-Fi, CC. Hours : Open 7 days. The Look : Study-friendly during the day, and later transitions to a louder (but still pretty low-key) night spot. Convenient College Square location draws a diverse late-night crowd. Menu : All the coffee and snacking essentials—hot and cold espresso drinks, juice pas-

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tries, cookies, bagels and sandwiches. Drinks : 50+ beers in the bottle and a nice selection of wine. Marry the coffee and pub halves with a vodka espresso or an Irish coffee.

Weaver D’s Fine Foods 1016 E. Broad St. • 706-353-7797 File Under : Downhome and BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch, Mon.–Sat. The Look : A bright green building with a big reputation due to its “Automatic for the People” slogan made famous by R.E.M. Menu : Hefty portions of simple soul food like fried chicken, collards, buttered potatoes, buttermilk cornbread, squash casserole and fried corn.

Sweet tea and lemonde are the beverages of choice. $

Which Wich? Superior Sandwiches 167 E. Broad St. • 706-583-9424 www.whichwich.com File Under : Sandwiches, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : An eye-catching yellow color scheme pops against the prime downtown location’s brick foundation. The franchise prides itself on cultivating a unique atmosphere that distinguishes it from other sandwich shops. Grab a brown bag when you enter and prepare to order the “Wich Way.” Menu : 50 (!) sand-

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wiches, all at one price. Virtually everything you could hope to find between two pieces of bread is available, even Spam. If you want a little something extra along with your ‘wich, options include house chips, freshly baked cookies and hand-spun shakes. $

White Tiger Gourmet Food & Chocolates 217 Hiawasee Ave. • 706-353-6847 www.whitetigergourmet.com File Under : Something Different, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, Cash Only. Hours : Lunch, Tu.–Sat. Dinner, Fri. The Look : The small, historic Boulevard building is artsy and eclectic, and picnic tables outside are sheltered by trees. The easygoing ambiance ensures you get “food without the ‘tude.” Menu : Breakfast, including an infamous pancake sandwich, served all day, alongside a selection of meaty and veggie sandwiches and salads prepared with local produce. The headliners are the homemade sweets—an ever-changing supply of truffles, peanut butter balls, chocolate-dipped smores, turtles and more. $

Wild Wing Cafe 312 E. Washington St. • 706-227-9464 www.wildwingcafe.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers and Chicken, Bars.

Features : Live Music, Take-Out, Catering, Outside

Georgia Campus

As Food Services’ scores of awards and accolades can attest, the food you’ll find around UGA is a cut above typical campus fare. The eateries come in three forms: all-you-care-to-eat dining hall cafeterias, foodcourt-style restaurants where you pay by the item and snack stands that offer chips, candy, pre-made sandwiches and other munchies. All are open to the public. www.uga.edu/foodservice DINING HALLS

Bolton Dining Commons Right by the freshman high-rises on Baxter with two roomy levels of seating space to accommodate big crowds.

Oglethorpe Dining Commons Recently renovated; popular features include a stir-fry station and a coffee bar that prepares espresso drinks. Sunday brunch buffet.

Snelling Dining Commons In an early 20th-century building with a traditional columned exterior on South

Campus, right across from the parking deck. Open 24 hours a day during the week throughout the school year.

The Village Summit On-site dining for students living in the East Campus Village. Also convenient to Ramsey, the Health Center and Lamar Dodd.

A LA CARTE EATERIES Bulldog Café Soups, made-to-order deli sandwiches, burgers, pizza and a Chick-fil-A Express. In the Tate Student Center.

Jittery Joe’s A franchise of the local chain on the second floor of the Miller Learning Center.

Red Clay Café Salads, soups, wraps, sandwiches and sweets. On East Campus in the Joe Frank Harris Commons.

A Taste of Home Café Showcases recipes submitted by the families of UGA students. On the mezzanine level of Tate 2.

Tate Food Court Featuring Barberitos, Hotei’s Asian Grill and Larry’s Giant Subs.

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Bone Appetit Aderhold Hall Dawg Bites Biological Services Dawg Bone Veterinary Medicine Dawg Snacks Tate Student Center ‘Tween the Pages Main Library UGA Creamery Environmental Health Sciences; ice cream, shakes, sundaes The Village Market Joe Frank Harris Commons

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Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Sports bar with a decidedly downtown feel and a host of happenings throughout the week, from karaoke to team trivia. Menu : Wings in 33 “fabulicious” flavors in varying degrees of heat, from tame to scorching. Also a variety of sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads and entreés from the grill. Drinks : The bar features a selection of more than 20 draft and 25 bottled beers and several creative “Wild Tini” cocktails like the Blue Hawaiian and Cherry Lollipop. $$

Breakfast & Lunch, Sat.–Sun. The Look : Two restaurants styles combine in one big red barn at the back of the J&J Flea Market just north of Athens. Menu : One side serves pulled pork sandwiches with the usual BBQ sides (Brunswick stew, baked beans, cole slaw, etc.), while the pizza half extends beyond the expected with Phillippine cuisine. Blue Bell ice cream to satisfy your mid-shopping sweet tooth. $

Willy’s Mexicana Grill

1260 S. Milledge Ave. • 706-543-5510 www.wingery.com File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers & Chicken.

Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : The New Orleans-based chain has the familiar bright, casual and family-friendly feel of similar franchises. A handful of plasma TVs tuned to sports are scattered throughout the dining area, in addition to the mini TVs at every booth.

Menu : WOW’s origins can be seen in dishes like the Bayou Blues Burger, Cajun Corn, Louisiana-Style Fish and Ms. Naomi’s Gumbo. Several additional locales (e.g., Key West, Jamaica, Australia, Santa Fe, Thailand) are represented in the 16 varieties of sauces that coat the wings. $$

196 Alps Rd. • 706-548-1920 www.willys.com File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Beer & Margaritas, Take-Out, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Bright and casual. The Atlanta-based chain uses the assembly line concept that has been adopted by a bunch of franchises. Menu : Burritos, tacos, quesadillas and nachos loaded up with marinated chicken, steak, BBQ pork or tofu, plus beans and rice. Every menu item is created with fresh, never frozen or microwaved ingredients. $

Wilson’s Soul Food 351 N. Hull St. • 706-353-7289 File Under : Downhome and BBQ, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Take-Out, Catering, Delivery, Checks/CC. Hours : Breakfast & Lunch, Mon.–Fri. Dinner & Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : A venerable “Hot Corner” institution, Angelish Wilson’s family restaurant has a classic cafeteria-style, vinyl tablecloth set-up. Menu : Crispy and juicy fried chicken, huge pork chops and meatloaf are a sampling of the meaty options. Vegetarian sides include soul staples like collard greens, cabbage, mac & cheese, black-eyed peas and green beans. Homestyle sweets, too. Get smoked, straight-from-the-grill food on Fridays and Saturdays. $

The Winery 429 E. Broad St. • 706-613-0095 www.myspace.com/thewinery File Under : Bars and Clubs. Features : Outside Seating, CC. The Look : A medium-sized space that gets crowded but not claustrophobic. Upscale design touches belie the casual atmosphere. Drinks : Don’t be fooled by the name. Yes, there’s a respectable wine list, but this isn’t a bar that caters specifically to wine connossieurs.

All bases are covered. The many specialty martinis, like the Nuts & Berries, Key Lime Pie, Touch My Peaches, Snozzberries and Orange Kiss, are particularly popular among regulars.

Wingster Café 521 Baxter St. • 706-583-9611 File Under : Sandwiches, Burgers & Chicken. Features : Take-Out, Delivery, CC. Hours : Lunch, Dinner & Late Night, 7 days. The Look : Occupies the end of a strip of stores right by the UGA high-rise dorms. Emphasis is on pick-up service. Menu : A grab bag of student favorites: boned and boneless wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, tortilla wraps and a handful of Asian dishes. $

The Woods BBQ & Pizza 11661 Hwy. 441 N. (J&J Flea Market) • 706-613-2410 www.jandjfleamarket.com File Under : Downhome and BBQ, Italian and Pizza.

Features : Take-Out, Outside Seating, Cash Only. Hours :

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Yo Spicy Mexican Restaurant 1074 Baxter St. • 706-850-0611 File Under : Mexican, Vegetarian-Friendly. Features : Full Bar, Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, Outside Seating, CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. The Look : Casual and colorful freshly renovated space with a big open patio out front. Menu : Authentic Mexican staples (tacos, burritos, enchiladas, tostadas, quesadillas, etc.), with Fajitas Tejanas as a particular specialty, and several margarita varieties. $$

Your Pie 196 Alps Rd. • 706-549-3179 1591 S. Lumpkin St. • 706-850-7424 www.yourpie.com File Under : Italian and Pizza, Vegetarian-Friendly.

Features : Beer & Wine, Take-Out, Delivery, Catering, Outside Seating (Alps Rd.), Wi-Fi, Checks/CC. Hours : Lunch & Dinner, 7 days. Late Night, Fri. & Sat. The Look : The prep line is the main feature of the interior of this kid-friendly restaurant. Watch your 10” pie get hand-tossed, put together per your instructions and popped into the oven as you move down the line. Menu : Customization is king. Get your pizza, calzone, panini or dough-bowl salad just the way you like it. Choose from 20 veggies, eight cheeses, eight sauces and 17 premium toppings (like pine nuts, roasted eggplant, tofu, green apples, artichoke hearts and bacon). Kids’ menu options are on hand, plus several flavors of gelato for dessert. $

TASTE THE FRESH – everything marinated, chopped, grilled and blended daily (sometimes twice a day).

Vegetarian options available.

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Open 11am – 10pm every day.

196 Alps Rd., Athens GA 30606 Located in the Beechwood Promenade shopping center

TRIVIA Every wed at 8pm

we cater to a crowd!

call 706-548-1920

or order online at www.willys.com

Zeb Dean’s Barbecue 5742 Hwy. 29 N. • Danielsville • 706-795-2701 File Under : Downhome & BBQ. Features : Take-Out, Catering, Checks/CC. Hours : Tu.–Sat, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

Sun, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. The Look : Unassuming, with UGA and NASCAR themed décor. Menu : The signature peppervinegar sauce attracts ‘cue hounds from far and wide.

Also contributing to Dean’s reputation as a BBQ spot worthy of a road trip is the cream corn-based Brunswick stew. Slaw and stew dogs, chicken sandwiches, burgers, fries and tater tots, too. $

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Everybody agrees that the true golden era, the one real unbroken idyllic shining unsurpassed matchless most extraordinary time, ended right before you moved to town.

You missed the national championship in 1980.

You missed the B-52’s on Valentine’s Day at the house on Milledge across from the Taco Stand, you missed R.E.M. at the church on Oconee.

You missed when Michael Stipe gained all that weight and shaved his head like a monk, you missed the year Peter Buck spent in his pyjamas.

You missed Kurt Wood’s record sale.

You missed that entire sweaty summer when everyone slept with everyone else because it was summer and they could and nobody had AIDS yet. You missed downtown before they built the Georgia Square Mall and all the businesses left, you missed downtown before all the chains took over.

You missed the Grit when it was in the old railroad station. You missed all the parties over all the years at all the different houses on Barber. You missed croquet in the back yard.

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You missed the house party where they served hunch punch out of bathtubs on the front porch.

You missed Washington Street when it was an airstrip.

You missed Allen Ginsberg eating health food at the Downstairs, you missed Bob Dylan shopping for records at Wuxtry, you missed Hunter S. Thompson sneaking booze past the Secret Service guys and secretly taping Jimmy Carter’s speech on Law Day in ’76. You missed the Replacements at the Georgia Theater, you missed Beck across the street from the Georgia Theater, you missed Cab Calloway at the Morton, you missed the heyday of the Hot Corner.

You missed at least five incarnations of the 40 Watt.

You missed Tight Pockets. You missed the Ultramod Compound.

You missed the party for John Waters at the Quality Warehouse, you missed Deona Mann’s sculptures made out of meat.

You missed so many Halloweens I can’t even get into it.

You missed the Olympics. You missed the Civil War, you missed the Fables of the Reconstruction tour.

You missed midnight kickball games on the lawn with all the roots on North Campus.

You missed sneaking beer into the old Alps Theater, you missed when they actually used to show good movies at Tate. You missed looking at magazines for hours at Barnett’s. You missed skinnydipping.

In some sort of horrible oversight, you missed losing your own virginity.

You missed all the trestles they tore down.

You missed that one brunch. You missed both the summer festivals at Orange Twin : you missed Bonnie Prince Billy and the Olivia Tremor Control.

You missed Pylon at Little Kings, you missed seeing Neutral Milk Hotel play at somebody’s birthday party, you missed basically the entire Elephant Six collective.

You missed that New Year’s Eve shindig in the desacralized church where people were doing it in the baptismal fonts and some guy sprayed everyone with a fire extinguisher at four in the morning.

You missed the party where the floor collapsed and the party where the floor came really, really close to collapsing.

You missed the Atomic and the Uptown and Frijolero’s and Guaranteed and Marrakesh Express and the Lunch Paper and the Engine Room and Blue Sky and the Hotel Oracle and the X-Ray Café.

You missed the Star Room Boys and the Glands.

You missed the old menu, the cheap rents, the way it used to be done with real spirit and real passion, when people were here because they couldn’t imagine being anywhere else.

You missed the old flickering broken heart of the city.

Mike White

THE TRUE GOLDEN ERA

Nathaniel Burkins

I hate to break it to you, but you arrived too late.

It won’t ever be that way again.

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