20 Most Delicious Things You Need To Eat In Athens

Anyone that attends the University of Georgia can attest to the fact that our dining halls aren’t actually that bad. But, that same person can also attest to the fact that they have lied to their parents saying they take full advantage of their meal plan, when they are in fact eating out in Athens. Athens, Georgia is known for many things, in addition to being the home of the University of Georgia, It’s known for its nightlife, music scene, artistic vibe, and shopping. But most importantly, to many,  it is known for its food. The Athens’ restaurant scene is what takes up our time, money, and is the main contributer to the “freshmen 15” for the students of UGA. There are so many amazing and delicious places to eat in Athens, with a huge variety of tastes and styles. But, I would say that everyone can agree that these specific meals and dishes hold a special place in any UGA student’s heart. Below are the 20 most delicious things you need to eat in Athens before you die- and where you can find them.

Starters

1. Guac and Queso- Taqueria Del Sol

2. Baked Brie with berry compote- Pauley’s

3. House-made Focaccia bread with spinach & smoked gouda sauce- Depalmas

4. Oysters on the half shell- Marker 7

5. Uptown Shrimp- 5 BAR

Meals

6. Chicken in Parchment- Last Resort

7. Fish Tacos-Cali n Titos

8. Fried Chicken with homemade mac- 5 BAR

9. Bourbon Glazed Salmon- The Place

10. Shrimp and Grits- Marker 7

11. Shredded Chicken Nachos- Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

Brunch

12. Caprese Sandwich- Big City Bread

13. Giant Cinnamon Role- Mama’s Boy

14. Madame Sandwich -Big City Bread

15. Donuts- Zombie Donut

16. Peach French Toast- Mama’s boy

Sweets

17. Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich -Insomnia

18. Nutella Crepe – Pauley’s

19. Cheesecake- Last Resort

20. Red Velvet Cake- Last resort

Do you have any more suggestions for the most delicious things you need to eat in Athens? Share in the comments below!

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