2022-23 Guide To Athens

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Editors’ Note 

Cheri and Vance Leavy 

Wow, what a difference a year makes. 

Last year, we were encouraging hope in 

the face of adversity. Now, our University’s 

football team is the reigning National 

Champions. Yes, Kirby Smart’s quote on 

our first page is in reference to his football 

team. However, we view it as inspiration 

for Athens as a whole. Like our gridiron 

Bulldogs, America’s greatest college town 

and our University must continue its path 

to excellence. 

This 13th volume of Guide 2 Athens 

displays the finest independently owned 

businesses in the Classic City and our 

G2A team deeply appreciates their 

participation. With this Bulldog red book, 

we make good on a promise to celebrate a 

championship for our team and this terrific 

town … Enjoy! 

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food & libations

Five & Ten 

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Five and Ten is an award-winning 

community restaurant with a delightful 

wine list, a classics driven cocktail 

program, and food that celebrates local 

farmers and purveyors. 

It is owned by chef/author/dad Hugh 

Acheson, two-time James Beard Award 

winner for Best Chef Southeast and Best 

Cookbook in American Cooking. 

The restaurant is open for dinner Monday 

through Saturday with weekly dinner 

and happy hour specials.The rotating 

menu highlights the best ingredients of 

the season and region. Visit their website 

for the current menu and for information 

about catering and private events. 

Keep up on instagram … @fiveandten. 

fiveandten.com 

1073 S. Milledge Avenue 

706.546.7300

Alumni Cookie Dough 


Alumni Cookie Dough is owned and 

operated by UGA alumni Mike and 

Jennifer Dollander, who delight in 

bringing the Classic City its very own 

gourmet, edible cookie dough! That’s 

right, eat it by the spoonful, mix it into a 

milkshake or experience their very own 

Dream Crème. If there is any left, you can 

take it home and bake it into wonderful 

cookies. It’s the perfect dessert! 

Alumni offers Jittery Joes coffee, fresh 

milk, and 12 delicious, safe-to-eat flavors, 

as well as vegan, gluten-free and Keto 

friendly offerings! And you won’t find 

a more friendly dessert team in town. 

Franchises available. 

alumnicookiedough.com 

480 N. Thomas Street 

706.254.9171

Athens Bagel Company 


Every morning, Athens Bagel Co. kettle 

boils housemade dough and bakes 

what has been claimed as the South’s 

best bagel. Using local ingredients like 

Stripling’s sausage out of Moultrie and 

locally sourced honey, it’s easy to see 

how ABC has become an integral part of 

the Athens food community. 

Offering seasonal specialties, traditional 

hot breakfast sandwiches and Nova lox 

platters, along with the more inventive 

Bagel Brei (rhymes with “try”–as in, you 

have to try it!) which is a cousin of French 

Toast made from plain bagels, Athens 

Bagel Co. opens at 7 a.m. on weekdays, 

8 a.m. on weekends, and serves their full 

menu daily until 3 p.m. 

athensbagel.com 

268 N. Jackson Street 

706.543.5001

Barberitos 


Find out why Barberitos has been voted 

Athens’ Best Burrito 19 years in a row. 

For starters, their food is made with 

love. Barberitos has been committed to 

serving farm fresh food since it started 

in 2000. Early in the morning, they begin 

preparing their food from scratch. They 

grill fresh, boneless chicken and steak 

as well as chopping fresh salsas and 

mashing fresh guacamole. Their tofu is 

organic, and their vegetables are fresh 

from their veggie friends. 

Farm fresh is more than a motto. It’s their 

way of life. 

barberitos.com 

Downtown- 259 E. Clayton Street | 706.549.9008 

Eastside- 1860 Barnett Shoals Road | 706.549.9954 

Epps Bridge- 1880 Epps Bridge Road | 706.354.0300 

Five Points- 1739 S. Lumpkin Street | 706.548.1866 

Athens Tech- 680 N. Hwy 29, Suite 250 | 706.543.5299 

Watkinsville- 2 S. Main Street | 706.705.1228 

Prince- 1180 Prince Avenue | 706.850.1701 

Tate Center - 45 Baxter Street | 706.542.2121

Big City Bread Cafe 


Set amongst a canopy of Chinese elms, 

this European inspired cafe serves dishes 

that feature simple, fresh ingredients, 

skillfully prepared and flavorful. Enjoy their 

periodically, changing omelet special and 

buttery country biscuits for breakfast, or 

rich homemade soups, fresh salads and 

delicious sandwiches on house-made 

breads at lunch. 

Craft beers or wine by the glass/bottle are 

available and all their delectable desserts 

and pastries are made fresh, daily. Dine 

inside the expansive dining room or al 

fresco on the patio. 

They are open Monday through 

Friday, 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. serving 

their always terrific brunch and lunch. 

Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday 

from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. 

bigcitybreadcafe.com 

393 N. Finley Street 

706.353.0029

Blind Pig Tavern 


Since 1998, Blind Pig Tavern is the place 

to relax with family and friends and 

enjoy a delicious meal. They are there 

whether you want a place to watch the 

game, unwind after a long day, catch 

a quick lunch, or are just looking for a 

comfortable, friendly, neighborhood bar 

and grill. Blind Pig Tavern invites you 

to kick back and try one of their giant 

mouthwatering burgers, their award 

winning wings, or one of their specialty 

salads or sandwiches. Enjoy! 

blindpigtavern.com 

Downtown - 312 E. Washington Street | 706.548.3442 

Westside - 2440 W. Broad Street | 706.208.7979 

Eastside - 2301 College Station Road | 706.850.4919 

Watkinsville - 22 N. Main Street, Bld A | 706.310.4450

Chuck’s Fish 


Beautifully repurposed in the historic 

Greyhound Bus Terminal on Broad Street, 

Chuck’s Fish brings fresh Gulf seafood and 

award-winning sushi to downtown Athens. 

The restaurant group from Destin, Florida, 

offers seafood from their own wholesale 

market Harbor Docks. 

Along with a modern-retro interior, 

Chuck’s Fish has a beautifully renovated 

outdoor patio space with ample seating 

for accommodating larger parties. 

Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins 

are welcome. 

Chuck’s Fish is named in honor of 

Chuck Morgan, Jr, a civil rights attorney 

who tried nine cases before the United 

States Supreme Court, many of which 

were landmarks in the struggle for racial 

equality. 

chucksfish.com 

220 W. Broad Street 

706.395.6611

Condor Chocolates 

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Condor Chocolates is a craft chocolate 

maker from brothers Nick and Peter Dale. 

Cacao beans are sourced exclusively in 

Ecuador, their Mom’s homeland, from 

farmers they know and trust. Condor offers a 

selection of chocolate bars, truffles, sipping 

chocolate, hot cocoa, milk shakes, gelato 

and a variety of confections. 

Condor includes Choco Coffee, named for 

the Choco toucan living in Ecuador’s coffee 

growing regions. Coffee beans are sourced 

with the same dedication to quality and 

sustainability. There are now two locations, 

the original in Five Points, and a new factory 

and café in Downtown Athens where you 

can sample chocolates while watching it 

being made. 

condorchocolates.com 

Five Points - 1658 S. Lumpkin Street 

Downtown - 160 E. Washington Street

DePalma’s Italian Cafe 


Voted “Athens Best Italian Restaurant” by 

the Athens Banner Herald Reader’s Choice 

Awards from 1988-2021, DePalma’s is truly 

a mainstay in the local restaurant scene. 

For over 35 years this iconic institution has 

been serving up both classic Italian food 

as well as some of the most addictive and 

unique dishes around. From the Italian 

Chopped Salad and fried mascarpone 

ravioli with grilled artichokes to Spicy 

Seafood Charmaine and Homemade 

Lasagnas, DePalma’s is always a crowd 

pleaser. All three locations have their own 

eclectic and extensive wine list, as well as 

an artisan beer selection. Be forewarned - if 

you get their famous breadsticks, you will 

find yourself craving these tasty treats long 

after you leave! Tutti e Buoni! 

depalmasitaliancafe.com 

Downtown - 401 E. Broad Street | 706.354.6966 

Eastside - 1965 Barnett Shoals Road | 706.369.0085 

Westside - 2080 Timothy Road | 706.552.1237

el Barrio Tacos & Tequila 


Nestled in the heart of Five Points, 

el Barrio believes a well balanced diet 

is made of a taco in one hand and a 

margarita in the other. It delivers an 

awesome experience with most of its 

space entirely outdoors. Order, dine 

and drink under the large metal roof 

porch, patio umbrellas or the shade of 

Georgia pines. 

It’s the ideal spot to tailgate or cheer on 

the Dawgs. Grab your favorite frozen drink, 

test out their putting green or snap photos 

in front of three distinct murals. Parking 

available or use their bike rack. 

Lunch and dinner served Tuesday through 

Sunday, 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. 

elbarrioathens.com 


706.850.0708

Em’s Kitchen 


Em’s Kitchen has emerged as a favorite 

dining spot in Athens for breakfast and 

lunch, since its early days as a soda 

fountain at Hawthorne Drugs. Enjoy hot 

made-to-order breakfast, along with 

fresh muffins, scones, and other baked 

goodies. For lunch, you’ll find homemade 

soups, salads and sandwiches. 

They offer catering for breakfast, lunch, 

tailgates and special events as well as 

a private dining room for groups. Owner 

Emily Ullrich and her attentive staff 

receive their inspiration from food, family, 

and friends – so head on over, have a cup 

of coffee, a homemade dessert and enjoy 

the conversation and start making new 

memories. 

emskitchenathawthorne.com 

975 Hawthorne Avenue 

706.206.9322

Farm Burger 


Farm Burger is a 100% grassfed burger 

joint. For seasonal flavor and freshness, 

they source ingredients from local cattle 

ranchers and organic farms so that they 

can ensure that what you eat not only 

tastes great, but also actively supports 

the Athens community. They are proud to 

partner with farms like Love is Love Farm, 

Comfort Farms, and Hearts of Harvest Farm. 

Try fan favorites No. 1 Farmburger or 

No. 2 Housemade Vegan, and add a side 

of hand-cut FB fries loaded with garlic, 

parmesan and herbs. Complete it with 

a hand-spun shake or a craft beer from 

Creature Comforts. 

farmburger.com 

100 Prince Avenue, Suite 102 

706.850.3184

farmcart 

The farmcart began as a simple food cart, 

serving biscuit sandwiches to hungry 

farmers and market patrons at the local 

farmers market. The goal was simple, 

provide wholesome foods using local 

meats, eggs and organic vegetables, from 

the farm, in a thoughtful way. Today, the 

farmcart continues that simple message 

of wholesome, crafted biscuits at its first 

brick and mortar. 

It’s a true family restaurant that embraces 

the talents and knowledge of a baker, 

a cook and a farmer. Everything is 

lovingly cultivated and sourced with 

care, from their organic flour to their 

house made sauces and jams. They offer 

mouthwatering specials regularly. The 

result, biscuit perfection. And their lunch 

offerings are world-class too! 

facebook.com/thefarmcartathens 

1074 Baxter Street 

706.850.8150 

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FIVE Restaurant & Bar 


See what a difference a commitment 

to simplicity, good food, and stellar 

service can have at FIVE Restaurant 

& Bar. Featuring five entrees coupled 

with signature cocktails, a local draft 

selection, and a curated wine menu, their 

fare is best described as contemporary 

American. Sourcing from their privately 

owned wholesale seafood market in 

Destin, Florida, FIVE offers the freshest 

seafood in Athens. 

Acting as the football teams’ restaurant 

of choice, this is your Gameday spot. 

FIVE was also voted Athens’ best brunch! 

Between the live jazz, a Bloody Mary bar, 

and fresh squeezed mimosas, you’ll be 

back for more. Find them on Instagram. 

five-bar.com 

269 N. Hull Street, #100 

706.543.5515

George’s 

Lowcountry Table 

Opened in memory of George Davis, 

founder of the old Harry Bissett’s and 

Gus Garcia’s, George’s Lowcountry Table 

features an authentic Cajun inspired menu. 

George’s is a hidden gem focused on good 

food, good wine, and good service. Located 

on the fringe of Five Points, their location 

provides a quiet, romantic ambiance with 

adequate parking. 

George’s boasts a fine-dining menu at 

reasonable prices. On a typical night, 

you will find a gathering of local regulars 

for happy hour and the owner, Reggie, 

stopping by every table to check for 

satisfaction with your experience. Go to 

their website for menu and weekly specials 

… Laissez Bon Temp Rouler. 


georgeslowcountrytable.com 

420 Macon Highway 

706.548.3359

Grindhouse 

Killer Burgers 

Grindhouse Killer Burgers has been voted 

“Best Burger in Atlanta” by Creative Loafing 

since 2009. With over 100 seats inside, a 

spacious 21-and-up rooftop patio with full 

bar and 20 craft beers on tap, and 15 TVs 

screening cult movies and plenty of live 

sports, a visit to Grindhouse is anything 

but boring. 

Their main feature is fresh ground beef, 

turkey or veggie burgers, customized with 

loads of fresh toppings. Grindhouse is also 

your go-to for trying the new plant-based 

Impossible Burger. The extensive menu 

offers something for everyone, with loaded 

hot dogs, crinkle cut fries, house made 

onion rings, award winning chili, creative 

salads, addictive bar snacks, and super 

thick milkshakes. 

grindhouseburgers.com 

1553 S. Lumpkin Street 

706.612.9327 

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Gyro Wrap 


Longtime local restaurateurs Doug Davis 

and Joey Eells are bringing an Athens 

legend back to downtown, Gyro Wrap. Still 

just across from the Arches, the new Gyro 

Wrap is located at 114 College Avenue, 

close to its original Broad Street location. 

Gyro Wrap has been wowing generations 

of hungry students and locals for 43 

years, serving their signature Gyro Wrap® 

sandwich, Falafel Wrap, and Kurly Fries 

with their famous Creamy Feta. The new 

owners look forward to welcoming you 

back to Gyro Wrap! 

gyrowrap.com 

114 College Avenue 

706.850.7442

Heirloom Café 

Heirloom’s mission is creating community, 

celebrating local farmers, and telling a 

story through food. Heirloom sources 

many of its ingredients from local farmers, 

producers, and artisans, and are proud to 

be named one of Georgia Organics’ Farmer 

Champion Partners. 

Situated in the middle of the Historic 

Boulevard Neighborhood, just blocks from 

downtown, Heirloom boasts welcoming 

covered patios and an intimate casual 

indoor dining space. Heirloom offers a 

seasonal menu for lunch, dinner, weekend 

brunch, private events, and off-site catering. 

Farm-to-glass cocktails, sustainable, small 

production wines, and craft beers round 

out the meal. Be sure to follow Heirloom on 

Facebook and Instagram for information 

about events and daily specials. 

heirloomathens.com 

815 N. Chase Street 

706.354.7901 

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Hilltop Grille 

Hilltop Grille is the life-long dream of 

Athens resident Chris Lloyd. He and his 

business partner, Rick Pennell, opened 

“Hilltop” in November 2002. “I wanted 

to open a restaurant that Athens could 

call its’ own,” says Lloyd. “When you 

want to show people from out of town 

what Athens is all about, you don’t want 

to take them to the same franchise 

restaurant they have back home. When 

I went to UGA back in the 70s, everyone 

went to Poss’s out on the Atlanta 

Highway. I want to fill that void.” 

Discover what the locals know, it’s the 

best steak and seafood in Athens and 

you don’t have to fight the downtown 

crowd. Reservations and large groups 

are welcome. 


hilltopgrille.com 

2310 W. Broad Street 

706.353.7667

Independent Baking Co. 


Independent Baking Co. is a simple bread 

and breakfast pastry bakery, offering 

hearth-baked rolls, loaves, and buttery 

viennoiserie, all made from scratch on 

the premises and baked fresh daily. Their 

building is small and only offers counter 

service, but provides an outdoor patio to 

sit and watch Five Points’ life go by. 

Their bread is available for purchase 

at Daily Groceries, through Collective 

Harvest, and is served at numerous 

Athens’ restaurants, including Five & Ten, 

SeaBear Oyster Bar, the National, and 

The Royal Peasant. Stop in today and 

pick up a loaf for dinner or half a dozen 

croissants for breakfast! 

independentbaking.com 


706.850.3550

Journey Juice 


Journey Juice is a groovy, cold-pressed, 

raw juice store in Normal Town. Their 

produce is always fresh, raw, local and 

delicious. Each bottle of juice contains 

more than two and a half pounds of fresh 

fruits and vegetables. 

Cold-pressed juicing is the best way 

to insure that you are getting all the 

nutrients and anti-oxidants your body 

needs. Owner Amy Lawrence’s motto 

is that their juices will make your cells 

dance. They offer a plethora of selections 

like Just Greens, Beet Zinger, Synergy and 

Yodalicious. May the juice be with you. 

‘Life’s a Journey. Make it Juicy!’ 

journeyjuice.com 

1428 Prince Avenue, Suite B 

706.850.0707

Last Resort Grill 


Dubbed by Atlanta Magazine as one of 

Athens’ most quietly sophisticated in-town 

bistros, Last Resort Grill is known for its 

unique culinary flare. The Last Resort Grill 

serves Southwestern inspired southern 

cuisine. Their menu is filled with exciting 

tastes that complement the community’s 

distinctive character. From their open 

grill, flames can be seen as chefs prepare 

dishes using locally sourced ingredients. 

They have a long standing commitment 

to serving their community the highest 

level of quality food in a warm welcoming 

atmosphere celebrating southern 

hospitality. 

Join them for dinner seven nights a week 

or brunch on the weekends. 

lastresortgrill.com 

174-184 W. Clayton Street 

706.549.0810

Locos Grill and Pub 


The Locos mission is simple - Great 

Food, Fast! Your local spot for food, fun, 

beverages, and all the sports you can 

handle. Locos is the place to catch the 

game or just hang out with friends and 

family. For over 30 years, Locos has been 

making good times, crazy good! 

Their menu still has the classic 

sandwiches like the Crazy Club, The 

Moose and Looney Bird. However, they 

offer plate selections like Fish Tacos, Bleu 

Bistro Tenders and Glazed Salmon. And 

Locos remains rock-solid when it comes 

to burgers, salads and wings. 

In addition to dine-in service, they offer 

catering and delivery. 

locosgrill.com 

Eastside - 1985 Barnett Shoals | 706.208.0911 

Westside - 2020 Timothy Road | 706.549.7700

Maepole 


Maepole was born from Chef Peter 

Dale’s dream of serving real, seasonal, 

healthy food at a fair price. Build a plate 

from a selection of veggies, grains and 

proteins, or choose a Chef Selection 

designed by Peter himself. Wash it all 

down with an ice cold, house-made 

Hibiscus Limeade. Maepole is vegan 

friendly, and makes it easy for anyone 

with allergies, on a special diet, or 

gluten- free. At Maepole, good food is for 

everyone. 

Maepole offers indoor dining, but don’t 

miss the covered patio, or picnic tables 

in the yard under pecan trees and string 

lights. For quick pick up, order ahead at 

maepole.com and follow social media 

for updates. 

maepole.com 


706.850.3600

Mama’s Boy 


Sixteen years ago, owners Alicia Segars and 

Cooper Hudson opened their quaint and 

charming retro diner Mama’s Boy. In 2017, 

they opened a second location at The Falls 

of Oconee shopping center overlooking 

McNutt Creek. And new this year, next door, 

is the Tricycle Room for private events under 

50. The space is perfect for hosting your 

next catered event with beautiful views and 

ample parking. 

Yes, Mama’s Boy has literally grown, but their 

original vision to offer fantastic made from 

scratch food and service hasn’t wavered 

one morsel. Serving jam-up breakfasts 

like Georgia peach french toast, biscuits 

and gravy and delicious lunch dishes like 

their famous pimento cheeseburger.For all 

catering inquiries, head to their website for 

availability and menu options. 

mamasboyathens.com 

Downtown - 197 Oak Street | 706.548.6249 

The Falls - 8851 Macon Highway, Suite 403 | 706.850.8550 

Coming to The Grid at Wire Park

Marker 7 Coastal Grill 


Owner Chris Lloyd brings the coast closer 

with great seafood and a relaxing bar in 

an historic home in the middle of Five 

Points. Marker 7 oysters come from the 

Gulf of Mexico and shrimp from the coast 

of Georgia. Baked fish with grits and fish 

tacos are popular selections but land 

lovers can find sweet chili rubbed pork 

and bbq chicken. Depending on what is 

in season, Marker 7 offers specials outside 

the everyday menu including Sunday 

Funday. 

Within walking distance to Sanford 

Stadium, Marker 7 offers gameday parking. 

Enjoy patio seating year round overlooking 

Five Points. So sit back and relax, let your 

mind drift off to that little stretch of beach 

where we all wish we were. 

marker7coastalgrill.com 


706.850.3451

Marti’s at Midday 

Located in historic Normaltown for 20 

years, Marti’s At Midday is a locally owned 

cafe serving up delicious sandwiches, 

salads and nibbles with a southern twist. 

Marti’s is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 

p.m. Monday - Friday and offers a separate 

catering menu for events, parties, weddings, 

tailgates and more. 

The restaurant’s cheery dining area, 

sunroom and large patio offers a place to 

relax, spend time with friends and enjoy a 

delicious meal. In April of 2020, they lost 

their founder Marti Schimmel and it was her 

fervent wish that they continue her legacy 

of delicious food, friendship and a love 

for the Athens community. Marti’s legacy 

is carried on by one of her brothers - Jay 

Kloepfer, her family, their dedicated staff 

and all who enjoy her wonderful food. 

We love you Marti! 

martisatmidday.com 

1280 Prince Avenue 

706.543.3541 

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Osteria Athena 


Osteria Athena is an Italian restaurant in 

downtown that serves dinner six days a 

week. They pride themselves on offering 

customers “Good, Simple, Italian Food.” 

Their relaxed, fine dining establishment 

is located in a quaint, upstairs space 

overlooking Broad Street and UGA’s 

beautiful North Campus. 

Owner and operations manager Drew 

Meyer has been a player in the restaurant 

business for years. He can be seen weekly 

running the floor and mastering the 

mixology in Osteria’s full bar. Osteria also 

has an exclusively Italian wine list. On 

football game days and graduations, they 

open early for lunch. Private parties and 

catering are also available. 

osteriaathena.com 

323 E. Broad Street 

706.353.3911

Paloma Park Athens 


Paloma Park brings Hispanic and Asian 

influenced street fare and lively cocktails 

to a high-energy atmosphere in one of 

the largest indoor and outdoor restaurant 

spaces in downtown. Since opening in 

April of 2021, they offer an unmatched 

game day experience with the largest 

outdoor LED screen in town on their Beer 

Garden. Their menu includes small bites, 

large plates, charcuterie and fresh salads. 

Paloma Park strives to offer the best 

social-dining experience in town by 

providing a wide array of experiences 

and events as well as regular brunch and 

dinner service. For event inquiries and 

other questions, visit their website. 

palomapark.com 

235 W. Washington Street 

706.850.7356

Porterhouse Grill 

For over 21 years, Porterhouse Grill has 

been a consistent favorite for a great 

steak dinner in a comfortable fine dining 

atmosphere. However, the hidden secret is 

their stellar lunch offerings for under $14. 

Half-pound fresh, ground gourmet burgers, 

California turkey club, grilled salmon BLT 

and the black and blue tenderloin salad 

are daytime showstoppers. 

Listen to smooth live jazz every 

Wednesday evening, while enjoying 

a cocktail or bottle of wine from their 

extensive bar. And complete your night 

with their vanilla citrus crème brulee. 

Porterhouse Grill is also the perfect venue 

for any special occasions with spacious 

seating, including a back dining area. 

Reservations recommended, walk-ins 

welcomed. 

porterhouseathens.com 

459 E. Broad Street 

706.369.0990 

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Savannah Room 


Nestled inside the UGA Center for 

Continuing Education & Hotel, the 

Savannah Room offers a delightful 

fusion of contemporary and Southern 

cuisine. Patrons enjoy inspired takes on 

familiar favorites and creative desserts 

while experiencing an extraordinary 

level of service. For nearly 60 years, the 

restaurant has been serving its famous 

Strawberry Ice Cream Pie, a sweet 

concoction of vanilla ice cream, fresh 

strawberries, browned meringue, and a 

macaroon crust. Whether staying at the 

hotel or driving in for lunch or dinner, the 

Savannah Room is a slice of history that’s 

well worth serious consideration. 

hotel.uga.edu/dining-in-athens/ 

savannah-room.com 

1197 South Lumpkin Street 

706.338.8781

Seabear Oyster Bar 


Seabear Oyster Bar is a casual and lively 

neighborhood gathering spot. The food 

and drink represents the best of sea and 

land, drawing inspiration from near and far. 

Located in The Bottleworks on Prince 

Avenue, Seabear was originally part of a 

Coca-Cola bottling plant. Original details 

such as tile floors and pressed tin ceiling 

remain, along with art and furniture 

created by friends and local craftsmen. 

The bar offers beer, wine, creative and 

classic cocktails, frozen negronis, and 

Athens’ only Absinthe drip. 

Grab a seat, a pile of icy oysters, a cold 

beverage, a few plates, and settle in for a 

journey far from your worries or cares. 

seabearoysterbar.com 

297 Prince Avenue, #10 

706.850.4367

South Kitchen + Bar 


Creative Southern cuisine in an iconic 

downtown setting inside the old Georgian 

Hotel, this award-winning restaurant 

offers an intensely unique and flavorful 

experience coupled with an ambiance 

that shows a glimpse into the history of 

this quaint southern town. Traditional 

comfort food staples such as fried 

green tomatoes, shrimp and grits and 

grilled pork chops, each with a modern 

revitalization. Saturday and Sunday 

brunch presents hearty portions of fried 

chicken, french toast, biscuits n’ gravy, 

and eggs benedict. Handcrafted cocktails 

plus an extensive selection of wine and 

craft beer. Private dining space available 

for rehearsal dinners, parties and social 

gatherings. 

southkitchenbar.com 

247 E. Washington Street 

706.395.6125

Square One Fish Co. 


At Square One Fish Co. in Normaltown. 

patrons can always count on the largest 

variety of fresh seafood and shellfish in the 

Classic City from Chef-owner Joe Cascio. 

Over 50 years of experience, promises 

patrons scratch sea fare items, plus 

excellent steaks, duck and vegetarian 

cuisine for landlubbers. 

Square One’s weekly special can’t be 

beat. $1 oysters, $5 appetizers, 1/2 off 

glasses of wine (Tue-Sat, 4-6 p.m). Tuesday 

is also $60 Date Night, Wednesdays are 

Ladies Night with 1/2 off bottle of wine and 

Sunday Brunch (11-3) with $1 oysters and 

$3 Mimosas and Bloody Marys. 

squareonefishco.com 


706.353.8862

Tamez Barbeque 


Tamez Barbecue, located in a hip, vintage 

1950s storefront on West Broad Street, 

specializes in Texas-style barbecue 

focused on technique and execution. 

Alejandro Tamez mans the smoker with 

a ton of experience as he previously 

cooked at downtown’s Farm 255 before 

following Whitney Otawka to the Greyfield 

Inn on Cumberland Island. Alejandro’s 

resume also includes time with renowned 

Southern chef, Sean Brock. 

Not surprisingly, with Texas roots, Tamez 

Barbecue’s brisket is off-the-chain 

good. But all their other meat offerings 

are equally yummy. And their sides are 

made fresh daily. They also offer-up killer 

breakfast burritos sure to set your day in 

the right direction! 

tamezbbq.com 

1660 W Broad Street 

706.850.3939

7

Team Biscuits & Burgers 


At Team Biscuits & Burgers, you can 

always count on mouth-watering, madefrom-scratch 

Cathead biscuits and 

80/20 fresh, not frozen, Black Angus Beef 

burgers. Proudly owned and operated by 

4th generation Athenian, Gary Armour, 

the name of this business says it all as 

Armour and his team pride themselves on 

being a “serving people business.” 

Located just north of downtown, Team 

B&B’s pork tenderloin and salmon 

biscuits have no rivals in Athens. They 

also offer eight other meats to create your 

perfect biscuit. Beyond their stellar beef 

burgers, lunch/dinner highlights are the 

Chicken Burger and their nine different 

Hot Wing options. Dine-in and drive-thru 

available. 

facebook.com/teambandb 

745 Danielsville Road 

706.543.TEAM

The Expat 


The Expat is a Five Points neighborhood 

bistro with an Italian accent. Chef Kenny 

Nguyen uses high-quality meats and 

produce from the surrounding region. 

Fresh pasta is made daily and specials, 

like mussels with nduja, are rotated 

seasonally. Owners Krista and Jerry Slater 

lead a staff that emphasizes gracious 

service, while serving one of the region’s 

best wine and cocktail programs. Notso-hidden 

in The Expat is Upstairs, a 

weekend-only lounge for those that love 

vinyl records and serious drinks. 

“Where We’re Excited to Eat This Spring.” 

- Garden & Gun magazine, Feb ‘18 

theexpatathens.com 


706.521.5274

The Grill 


“I just want to hear about the Feta Fries - 

is it feta cheese - on fries?” said Kelly Ripa 

of Live with Kelly and Ryan. 

That’s right! 

And The Grill is just as famous for their 

Feta Fries as they were when they opened 

in 1981. Beyond their signature delicacy, 

they also serve up killer breakfast options, 

award winning burgers, milkshakes and 

feature deli sandwiches, salads and 

vegetarian options. 

At The Grill, after 40-plus years, they 

remain very proud of their stand-alone, 

non-franchise status and they invite you 

to come see the difference for yourself. 

thegrillathensga.com 


706.543.4770

The National 


Under the blue neon lights of a renovated 

recap plant, you’ll find The National. 

Dreamed up in 2007, The National spills 

into the street, evoking cafés and bars 

they’ve experienced on travels to Europe. 

Inspired by the colorful seasonality of 

Northeast Georgia, their menus are 

always fresh, with dashes of culinary 

influence from the Mediterranean, Spain 

and beyond. The experience continues 

with a global wine list, a creative cocktail 

program and a warm team of hospitality 

professionals you won’t soon forget. 

Whether you find yourself in the dining 

room, on the patio or in the intimate bar, 

it’s definite you’ll feel like a regular as 

soon as you take a seat. Serving lunch and 

dinner, visit their website to book a table, 

order takeout and view menus. 

thenationalrestaurant.com 

232 W. Hancock Avenue 

706.549.3450

The Pine Bar 


The Pine Bar is a favorite Five Points 

neighborhood gathering spot where 

patrons enjoy tapas, wood-fired oysters, 

cheese and charcuterie inside and 

outside on the patio. They also offer 

Athens’ largest wine selection and 

signature cocktails using the best 

seasonal ingredients. 

The Pine is SP2 Hospitality’s flagship 

restaurant. Follow them @thepineathens. 

And here is an insider tip, check out The 

Pine’s basement bar, The Root. 

Happy Hour is daily from 5 until 7 p.m. 

with $15 wines by the bottle and $1 off 

oysters. Open Tuesday-Sunday, from 5 

until 9 p.m. And don’t miss their Saturday 

and Sunday Champagne Brunch from 11 

a.m. until 2 p.m. 

thepineathens.com 

1235 S. Milledge Avenue 

706.395.6278

The Place 


Opened in early 2015 by University of 

Georgia alums, Alan and Ryan Pope, 

The Place dishes up refined, Southern 

comfort cuisine derived from a collection 

of family recipes. Housed in a renovated 

space across the street from UGA’s North 

Campus, The Place’s first floor features 

an intimate dining room and the second 

floor boasts a bustling bar that churns out 

classic cocktails and a rotating selection 

of local and eclectic brews. The Place is 

open seven days a week for lunch and 

dinner with the bar staying open late. 

Visit their website for hours, menus and 

more information. They do brunch on 

Sundays from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. 

theplaceathens.com 


706.850.2988

The Rook & Pawn 


Pairing great food and drink with games, 

The Rook & Pawn is an experience 

completely unique in Athens and is 

one of the first board game cafes in the 

Southeast. Featuring a collection of over 

1000 table top and card games, ages 

1-100 are sure to find a favorite whether 

it’s a familiar classic or a new release. 

Their menu features cheese plates, 

appetizers, sandwiches, salads and 

desserts with locally sourced and house 

made ingredients. And the drink menu 

features pour over coffees, espresso, teas, 

a wide selection of craft beer including 

eight on tap, a seasonally rotating wine 

list, and spirits. 

Visit their website for full menu, events 

and a full game list. 

therookandpawn.com 

294 W. Washington Street, Suite 300 

706.543.5040

The Root Basement Bar 


Tucked snuggly downstairs from The Pine 

in Five Points, The Root Basement Bar 

serves handcrafted seasonal cocktails, 

local craft beer and limited release and 

premium whiskey choices. The Root’s 

libations aren’t the only thing to love as 

young professionals and local neighbors 

flock there to enjoy pub games and big 

screen TVs, plus live music on weekends. 

Hand painted walls, locally crafted 

tabletops and seating areas transform 

this basement bar into a cozy room for 

everyone to kick back and enjoy. Follow 

them on instagram @therootathens. 

therootathens.com 

1235 S. Milledge Avenue 

706.395.6278

Tlaloc 

Tlaloc El Mexicano Restaurant pleases 

your palate with the most authentic 

Mexican food in Athens. Dishes are 

100% Mexican and handmade with 

fresh and natural ingredients to give their 

customers a taste of Mexico seven days 

a week. Enjoy a variety of dishes such as 

molcajetazo (served in an original way in 

a bowl of stone), delicious fresh bream, 

and a wide variety of meats for tacos 

with corn tortillas. And don’t miss their 

handmade and exquisite Salvadoran 

pupusas and fabulous margaritas. If you 

want authentic in Athens, Tlaloc is a must! 

Find them on Facebook. 


1225 North Chase Street 

706.613.9301

Trappeze Pub 


Trappeze Pub offers an expertly selected 

rotation of the best beers in the world 

paired with delicious pub fare. Try crowd 

favorites like the Double Pig, Turkey and 

Swiss, or Pub Burger, all served with 

award winning hand cut Belgian Fries 

and house made dipping sauces. Or 

check out their variety of share plates, 

including Springer Mtn. Chicken Wings, 

Sesame Ahi Tuna, and new Cheese and 

Charcuterie plates. 

Trappeze also offers vegan and gluten 

free options in a cozy, fun atmosphere 

with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. 

Be sure to follow their social media for 

specials and visit their website for menus 

and reservations. 

trappezepub.com 

269 N. Hull Street 

706.543.8997

Viva! Argentine Cuisine 


Gaby Lindsey, alongside her husband, 

Jesse, brought their Argentine Southern 

Fusion to Athens in 2011 with Viva! 

Argentine Cuisine. Their inspiration came 

through Gaby’s mother, Elena Krapf, who 

grew up in Buenos Aires. Viva! features 

several authentic Argentine dishes like 

hand rolled empanadas, Lomo con Papa 

Fritas and Pastel del Papa, a mouthwatering 

Argentine Shepherd’s Pie. They also serve 

up fantastic grilled items like their Argentine 

Sausage with Chimichurri. And Gaby’s 

homemade cupcakes are legendary. 

Located in the Bottleworks building, the 

fun, loving spirit of Gaby and Jesse shines 

through their vibrant dining room and 

outdoor patio area, where beer and wine 

are also available. 

vivaargentinecuisine.com 


706.850.8284

Your Pie 


Your Pie is a fast-growing 75+ store 

pizza franchise that proudly originated 

here in Athens (visit the original store 

in the Beechwood shopping center). 

The innovative pizza concept serves up 

custom 10” personal pizzas brick-ovenbaked 

in minutes! Offering dairy-free and 

gluten-free options, Your Pie is committed 

to allowing everyone to “Express Your 

Inner Pizza.” Beyond pizza, Your Pie serves 

pasta and chopped salads along with 

an extensive craft beer selection for the 

perfect pizza pairing. Authentic Italian 

gelato rounds out this dining experience 

that consistently satisfies all! Delivery 

available at www.yourpie.com. 

yourpie.com 

Beechwood - 196 Alps Road 

706.549.3179

entertainment 

& culture

Active Climbing 


Join a community of climbers that are 

passionate, determined and supportive. 

Whether you’re a beginner trying 

something new or someone that has 

been committed to years of training, 

they have what you need. 

Active Climbing offers two separate 

rooms, one for beginners and parties and 

one for those looking for a challenge. If 

you’re not sure where to start, book an 

Introduction to Bouldering class. Their 

friendly, well-trained staff will show you 

how to use the ropes and give climbing 

tips. Rental shoes and harnesses are 

available. Just wear comfortable clothes 

meant for movement and get ready for 

a fun, adventurous sport that you will 

absolutely love. 

activeclimbing.com 

665 Barber Street 

706.354.0038

ARTini’s Art Lounge 


ARTini’s is your uniquely Athens paint and 

sip studio located in a bright and colorful 

space in the Bottleworks building on 

Prince Avenue. 

If you’re looking for something different 

to do, ARTini’s is it! Great for any skill level, 

ARTini’s offers guided painting sessions 

where you can relax with your friends, 

perhaps enjoy some libations, and 

create your own masterpiece. ARTini’s is 

also perfect for private parties such as 

birthdays, bachelorette, church groups, 

team building - or for any reason you can 

think of. Don’t feel like heading into town? 

Then ARTini’s can come to you for an inhome 

party. No matter the location, you’ll 

have a great time making memories 

while having fun with paint! 

artinisartlounge.com 


706.353.8530

Ciné 


Ciné’s historic downtown venue houses 

two cinemas, a full bar and a versatile 

event space and is the only independently 

and locally operated, non-profit, community 

based art house movie theatre in the 

region. Screening a variety of new releases, 

classics and independent productions, 

Ciné is unique in offering both high quality 

digital projection as well as preserving the 

classic 35mm print experience. 

Through films and events that inspire, 

educate and build community, Ciné brings 

people together to join in the vitality of a 

shared movie-going experience and enjoy 

the art of great cinema, lively conversation 

and refreshing cocktails. Memberships, gift 

certificates, and facility rentals are available 

for purchase or booking online. 

athenscine.com 

234 W. Hancock Avenue 

706.353.3343

Frog Stomp Studio 


Frog Stomp Studio is a creative play 

space and art studio, specializing in 

birthday parties, camps and Open Studio. 

Birthday parties start at $200 and are 

appropriate for ages three and up. Frog 

Stomp offers eight weeks of summer 

camp and several holiday camps 

throughout the school year. Open Studio 

is a child-led, $15 drop in experience for 

all ages. Ages five and up can be dropped 

off. Artists have free range, unlimited 

use of material (except canvas) and an 

unstructured opportunity to create. 

Call to book your visit. Find Frog Stomp 

on Instagram, Facebook, and at 

www.frogstompstudio.com. 

frogstompstudio.com 

160 Tracy Street, #1A 

706.286.8449

Georgia Museum of Art 


Become a Friend of the Museum for free 

at the Georgia Museum of Art, the official 

state museum of art and the University 

of Georgia’s fine art museum. Friends of 

the Museum get updates and other perks. 

Sign up online at jointhemuseum.com. 

Individual contributions to the museum’s 

annual fund support everything they do, 

including exhibitions, educational events 

and programming. Your commitment 

ensures that museum admission remains 

free to all, thus helping to make Athens 

and the state a more culturally vibrant 

place to live. 

jointhemuseum.com 

90 Carlton Street 

706.542.4662

Georgia Theatre 


The Georgia Theatre is one of the 

premiere live music venues in the South 

and a staple of downtown Athens for 

generations. A tragic fire gutted the 

historic building in 2009 and the spirit of 

the theatre prevailed with a restored and 

improved five level venue featuring state 

of the art sound. 

Since reopening in 2011, acts such as 

My Morning Jacket, Alabama Shakes, 

Modest Mouse, STS9, Dwight Yoakam, 

Widespread Panic, Jenny Lewis & Spoon 

have graced the stage. The Theatre’s 

Rooftop restaurant and bar is one of the 

most desirable hangout spots in Athens. 

Along with panoramic views of downtown, 

it also features southern-inspired cuisine, 

dance parties and intimate shows with 

up-and-coming artists. 

georgiatheatre.com 

215 N. Lumpkin Street

The Classic Center 


The Classic Center is northeast Georgia’s 

premier award-winning convention 

center and performing arts theatre, 

located in the heart of downtown. Enjoy 

ice skating, concerts, sporting events, 

and family shows. Drop by the Theatre as 

they celebrate 25 Years of Broadway in 

Athens with some of the most exciting 

titles in the industry. And keep an eye out 

for The Classic Center Arena, coming in 

2024. Visit their website for a full list of 

entertainment offerings. 

classiccenter.com 

300 N. Thomas Street 

706.208.0900

UGA Golf Course 


The University Golf Course is set on the 

beautiful rolling terrain of northeast 

Georgia. Opened in 1968, this par 

71 Robert Trent Jones layout is widely 

regarded as one of the best university 

courses in the United States. 

Renovated by Love Golf Design in 2006, 

the course is now up to the standards of 

modern championship play and is home 

to both of the University’s top ranked golf 

teams. Open to everyone, the course has 

multiple sets of tees to help golfers from 

beginner to expert have a great time on 

this classic layout. 

golfcourse.uga.edu 

2600 Riverbend Road 

706.369.5739

shopping

Agora Vintage 

guide2athens | 123 

Across Broad Street from UGA’s North 

Campus, Agora Vintage is a family-owned 

local business specializing in the trade 

of authentic designer items and estate 

jewelry by labels including Louis Vuitton, 

Chanel, and Hermès. The owners Airee 

and Russell Edwards travel frequently to 

find the best vintage items in the world 

and they scrupulously examine every 

item to ensure authenticity and offer their 

absolute guarantee. 

Agora Vintage prides itself on quality 

second-hand goods made to last, 

customer service, and commitment to 

community. They offer a layaway payment 

plan to make purchasing easier and work 

with husbands (and wives) to make gift 

giving a breeze. Follow @agora_vintage 

on instagram. 

agoravintageshop.com 


706.202.3031

Amelia’s Apparel 


From the classical to the whimsical 

and everything in between, you will find 

women’s fashion on trend from some of 

your favorite designers, including Johnny 

Was, Tribal, Crosby, Tyler Boe, and Joseph 

Ribkoff. All the latest jeans, tops, sweaters, 

dresses, accessories, and shoes including 

Chocolat Blu, OTBT and Jeffrey Campbell. 

A Main Street longtime favorite in nearby 

Madison, Amelia’s second location in 

Athens is located in the heart of 5 points, 

providing a fun and friendly shopping 

experience. Be sure to follow them on 

Instagram at @ameliasapparel and on 

Facebook. 

ameliasonmain.com 


706.850.6373

Appointments at Five 


Appointments at Five directly imports 

English and Country French antiques. 

Since 1987, Appointments at Five has 

been an Athens’ tradition known for fine 

gifts, exceptional decorative accessories, 

ever changing displays, friendly 

atmosphere, superb customer service, 

custom invitations and stationery, free gift 

wrap and a complete bridal registry. 

It is a shop where old and new coexist 

beautifully, where antiques live in perfect 

harmony with today’s sparkle. Owners 

Kitty Culpepper and Jenny Sligh, along 

with their shop cat, Mama Kitty, love 

a good road trip to scout out the little 

things that make a house a home. Classy, 

elegant and enchanting in the heart of 

friendly Five Points. 

appointmentsatfive.com 


706.353.8251

Athens Interiors Market 


“This is my go to place when I visit Athens.” 

There’s a lot to love about Athens Interiors 

Market! Owners Linda and Lee buy what 

they love, and their customers are always 

excited to see what’s new. With 5000 

square feet chocked full of handpicked 

merchandise, you have the option to buy off 

the floor or custom order. 

You will find furniture, upholstered furniture, 

lighting, rugs, baby and kids items, gifts 

for everyone and more at Athens Interiors 

Market. Let them gift wrap for you. 

Open Monday-Saturday from 10-5. Always 

open on game days. Open some Sundays 

during football season. Holiday hours 

are Sundays 1-4 from November 1 through 

December 25. Be sure to follow them on 

Instagram/Facebook at 

@athensinteriorsmarket. 

athensinteriorsmarket.com 

250 Old Epps Bridge Road 

706.583.4095

Cheeky Peach 


For 12 years Cheeky Peach Boutique has 

been known for trend-forward women’s 

clothing with an emphasis on styling. From 

the thoughtfully curated selection, to the 

on-hand personal stylists, you’re sure to 

enjoy their take on local boutique shopping. 

Through their iconic pink garage door you’ll 

shop the Southeast’s largest independent 

retailer of Free People and enjoy brands like 

Dolce Vita, MinkPink, ASTR, and more! 

Shop in-store in one of two locations: 

Athens, and their newest location in the 

heart of Buckhead in Atlanta. Can’t make it 

in? Shop daily new arrivals on Instagram & 

Facebook @cheekypeach or book a styling 

session on the website! 

shopcheekypeach.com 

Downtown- 160 W. Clayton Street | 706.353.1322 

Atlanta- 22B East Andrews Dr. | 404.458.3204

Dick Ferguson’s 


Undeterred by the Great Depression, 

Richard John Ferguson launched Dick 

Ferguson’s Clothing Store in downtown 

Athens in July of 1934. The business 

succeeded and after close to nine 

decades is still offering quality apparel 

and service. 

Now on Baxter Street, Dick Ferguson’s is 

the quintessential men’s clothing store 

providing everything from fine custom 

sport coats to durable hunting jackets. 

From days in the office to pursuits in the 

field, Dick Ferguson’s will have the right 

products to suit your lifestyle.Featuring: 

Peter Millar, Duck Head, Tom Beckbe, 

Hickey Freeman, Martin Dingman and 

more ... 

dickfergusons.com 


706.548.7246

DIVAS Who Win 

Freedom Boutique 

The Freedom Boutique is an upscale, thrift 

boutique that offers gently loved women’s 

apparel and survivor curated gifts, including 

hand-poured soy candles, luxury body 

products, handmade scarves, handbags, 

jewelry and journals. Freedom Boutique 

serves three primary purposes, providing 

funds for DIVAS mission, offering dignified 

employment opportunities to survivors 

and spreading awareness about trafficking 

risks and realities and the hope for freedom 

through displays and conversations. They 

are a mission-based shopping destination. 

Their boutique supports the larger vision of a 

local nonprofit based in Athens, DIVAS Who 

Win Freedom Center. Divas exists to support 

women overcoming addiction, prostitution 

and sex trafficking survivors. 

divaswhowin.org 

160 Tracy Street, Suite 2C 

706.850.2550 

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Dukes Clothier 


Owner Hannah Adcox and managers 

Austin “AG” Gleason and Grey Logan 

with their team strive to create a fun 

environment and a great shopping 

experience for their customers that 

become like family. Dukes provides 

timeless fashion for all ages — clothes 

that are stylish yet comfortable. 

Dukes first location opened in Tuscaloosa, 

Alabama in 2016 and a second location 

in Birmingham, Alabama in 2018. The 

stores have very unique brands from new 

and amazing designers that are smaller 

lines that you can dress up or dress down. 

dukesclothier.com 

225 W. Clayton Street 

706.850.2244

Empire South 


Empire South offers a variety of women’s 

and men’s clothing and gifts. With 

brands like Peter Millar, Peach State 

Pride, Patagonia, Orvis, and more, Empire 

South has something for everyone! Visit 

one of their three locations in Athens, 

Watkinsville, and Hartwell. Shop local and 

shop small! 

Visit empiresouthclothing.com for hours, 

locations, and weekly new arrivals. 

Follow Empire South on Instagram 

@shopempiresouth for events, new 

arrivals, deals, and more! 

shopempiresouth.com 

Athens - 166 W. Clayton Street | 706.424.2467 

Watkinsville - 2 S. Main Street, #108 | 706.567.8493 

Hartwell - 358 E Howell Street | 706.376.7279

Epiphany 


Epiphany is a much-loved shopping 

destination for Athens locals and out-oftowners 

alike. Contemporary apparel and 

accessories, whimsical displays, inviting 

home decor, and inspired art installations 

embrace visitors in an absorbing shopping 

experience. Epiphany was birthed from 

a dream: to support compassionate non 

profits both locally and globally while 

contributing to the Athens community. 

A spirit of beauty and benevolence 

distinguishes Epiphany in the Athens 

fashion retail scene providing a 

meaningful marketplace for women of all 

ages to shop for good. Enjoy free parking 

next to their locations. Shop online at 

epiphanyathens.com and follow on social 

@epiphanyathens. 

epiphanyathens.com 

Downtown - 294 W. Washington Street | 706.395.6904 

Monroe - 133 S. Broad Street | 678.635.3758

fab’rik 


Located in the heart of downtown, fab’rik 

just celebrated their 10th anniversary 

of offering on trend styles and first class 

customer service in Athens. With almost 

everything under $100, fab’rik is a 

boutique where everyone can afford to 

feel beautiful without sacrificing style or 

quality. Call to book a Private Shopping 

Party for your next girls’ night out, or 

schedule a complimentary personal 

styling appointment with any of the 

experienced stylists on staff...your closet 

will thank you later! 

Locally owned and operated, fab’rik is 

open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. until 7 

p.m. and Sunday noon until 5 p.m. Follow 

them on Instagram @fabrikathens and 

DM to shop – new arrivals added daily! 

fabrikstyle.com 

142 E. Clayton Street 

706.353.8005

Heery’s Clothes Closet 


Since 1959, Heery’s Clothes Closet in the 

heart of downtown Athens has brought 

the latest fashions to ladies of all ages. 

Shop Heery’s carefully curated selection 

of high-end labels such as Ulla Johnson, 

Hunter Bell, Amanda Uprichard, Staud, 

MISA, Dolce Vita, Ramy Brook, Mother, 

Softwaves, CeliaB, Love the Label, Marie 

Oliver, Rag & Bone, Krewe and Sea NY. 

See why women make Heery’s their first 

stop in Athens and the store continues 

to be voted the best ladies boutique 

in town. Long distinguished in the 

Southeast for delivering timeless style 

to the contemporary woman with a 

fantastic selection, friendly atmosphere, 

and helpful staff. Heery’s has it for all 

occasions! 

heerys.com 


706.543.0702

Heery’s Too! 


Scratch off your to-do list at Heery’s Too!, 

with an exceptional variety of home 

decor, gifts and children’s clothing. At this 

upscale boutique you will discover goods 

by Juliska, Vietri, Pine Cone Hill, Rebecca 

Wood, Lacefield, Dash & Albert and 

so much more! Enjoy their beautifully 

curated furniture and decor. 

Whether shopping for a bride-to-be, a 

new addition to the family, or yourself, you 

will find nothing but top quality designs 

throughout the shop. 

Venture down to Heery’s Clothes Closet, 

their sister store, for the full Heery’s 

lifestyle experience. 

heerystoo.com 


706.552.3886

JWR Jewelers 


JWR Jewelers ... where wishes have 

come true for 29 years in Athens. 

Diamonds, colored gemstones, sterling 

silver, and dazzling gold jewelry fill 

the cases. JWR Wish Cards help to 

“drop the hint” for that perfect piece of 

jewelry. Designs run from contemporary 

to traditional. On trips to Antwerp, 

Belgium, diamonds are hand-selected 

for individual clients, as well as for JWR’s 

beautiful diamond selection. 

Making customers for a lifetime is the 

goal at JWR and customer service is a 

priority. Services include custom design, 

repairs and ring sizing, pearl stringing, 

watch repairs, stone repolishing, and 

engraving. 

jwrjewelers.com 

196 Alps Road 

706.543.9800

Little Light Co. 


Established in Athens, Little Light Co. is a 

Southern organic soy candle company. 

Owner, Beth Hughes, creates and 

handpours these sophisticated scents 

at her renovated candle factory, inspired 

by the natural surroundings of the South. 

The Scent Bar includes Honeysuckle, 

Porch Swing, Heywood, Ginkgo, Longleaf 

Pine, Verbena & Vetiver, Acorn & Oud, 

Moonlight and Lavender & Lace. They 

are clean and classic. Don’t miss her 

repurposed Vintage Milkglass candle 

collection, it’s charming. Weddings, 

special events and corporate gifts 

available. Hughes has collaborated with 

many Athens brands, such as Terrapin, 

Jittery Joes, Love.Craft, Ritz-Carlton, 

Budget Blinds and multiple real estate 

offices. Online sales now available. 

littlelightco.com 

404.202.1769

Monkee’s 


Monkee’s of Athens is a ladies’ boutique 

beyond your “girlie” imagination, known 

for their ultimate selection of shoes, 

clothing and accessories for women of 

all ages. 

You will discover many well-known 

designers such as Shoshanna, Alice 

and Olivia, Farm Rio, Emerson Fry, Paige 

Denim, and Marc Fisher. The Monkee’s 

brand is recognized throughout the 

region and around the United States for 

providing their customers with a high 

level of personalized customer service. 

This standard is now brought to Athens 

with the intention to provide a fun and 

friendly environment to all. Be sure to 

follow @monkeesofathens on Instagram. 

You might need a bigger closet! 

www.monkeesofathens.com 

1059 Baxter St. Suite A

Onward Reserve 


Authentically Athens. Onward Reserve 

was founded in Athens and is owned and 

operated by Bulldogs gaining recognition 

from the University of Georgia Alumni 

Association for Bulldog 100 in 2015- 

2019. On Saturdays in the fall, the store 

is packed with excited shoppers and 

football fans alike, eager to be a part of 

the unique Onward experience. 

Onward Reserve boasts its own line of 

clothing and gameday apparel. Their 

Performance Gameday Polos are bestsellers. 

Don’t miss their five pocket pants, 

performance button downs, loafers, or 

huge selection of gifts for guys. 

onwardreserve.com 


706.543.0106

plainjane designs 


There’s nothing plain about plainjane 

designs - your personal gift shopper, party 

planner and graphic designer! 

Their inventory changes to reflect each 

season and everything they love. If 

you’re planning a wedding, special 

event or need promotional products, 

they can design exactly what you need: 

custom invitations, cups, napkins, party 

invitations, holiday cards and so much 

more. They also offer custom embroidery 

and monogramming. 

The store has a wide variety of stationery, 

UGA items, personalized gifts for all 

occasions, decorative accents for your 

home or something just for you! 

plainjanedesigns.com 


706.369.7006

Plum Nelly Antiques 


Plum Nelly Antiques is owned by Linda 

Jerkins who specializes in silver, heirloom 

linens and porcelain. She has been in 

business more than twenty years offering 

gifts for all occasions. Engraving, gift 

wrapping and shipping world-wide are 

available. 

Linda keeps an “Items Wanted” list for 

her customers. Customer satisfaction is 

her top priority and she thrives on repeat 

business. 

Linda can be contacted at 706.540.5731 

or linda@plumnellyantiques.com. 

Be sure to follow her on Instagram 

@plumnelly_antiques and Facebook at 

Plum Nelly Antiques. 

plumnellyantiques.com 

706.540.5731

. wood studio ceramics 


R.Wood Studio has been creating 

handmade pottery for over 30 years in 

their charming studio just minutes from 

downtown. Founded by artist and UGA 

grad Rebecca Wood and nestled on 

historic Carr’s Hill, the studio has grown 

into a must-see Southern institution and 

is a major draw for pottery collectors 

across the country. 

Visit their newly renovated retail space 

and watch the R.Wood team at work while 

you shop. With an abundant selection 

of ceramics, you’re sure to find your new 

favorite mugs, plates, and serving dishes 

for a lifetime of beauty around the table! 

Open daily 

M-F 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.|Sat-Sun 10 a.m. - 4p.m. 

rwoodstudio.com 

450 Georgia Drive 

706.613.8525

Shiraz Fine Wine 

and Gourmet 

Shiraz Fine Wine & Gourmet’s specialty 

is customer service, led by certified wine 

specialist and owner Emily Garrison. 

Shiraz carries wines from all over the 

world as well as smart gift ideas and 

delicious food items. They are proud 

members of Georgia Grown and have 

earned various awards including 12 

years 5-star customer service, leading 

specialist in food & wine pairing for the 

USA, and Best of Georgia: wine store. 

Check out their wine club, one of the 

best deals in town, and find them on 

Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

Buy online at shirazathome.com. 


shirazathens.com 

675 Pulaski Street, Suite 400 

706.208.0010

STEEL + PLANK 


A contemporary home furnishings and gift 

boutique located in the historic Leathers 

Building, just minutes from downtown. The 

unique furniture designs come from the 

creative mind and architectural background 

of founder Kelley Bishop. 

Kelley also offers a curated selection of 

textiles, housewares, and art to complement 

her furniture, many crafted by makers local 

to the Athens area. Ultimately it is the quality, 

craftsmanship, and timeless beauty that 

determines what is offered at STEEL + PLANK. 

STEEL + PLANK has been featured in Modern 

Luxury Interiors, Style Blueprint, and was 

named a Best Design Find by Atlanta Homes 

& Lifestyles. Follow them @steelandplank. 

steelandplank.com 

675 Pulaski Street, Suite 200 

706.850.7980

The Indigo Child 


In the fall of 2016, The Indigo Child 

opened its doors in downtown led by 

its founder and hippie boss, Morgan 

Miller Throop. Her vision was inspired by 

everything the Classic City had to offer. 

Amazing food, killer jams and southern 

hospitality made perfect sense for this 

fashionista looking for her next show. 

Morgan’s passion for music and clothes 

is the center point to her lively shop. The 

Indigo Child is created to give all of you 

beautiful babes the opportunity to love 

yourself, embrace your funky side, and 

rock confidence. 

Remember … when you look good, you 

feel good! 

shoptheindigochild.com 


706.395.6800

The Indigo Home 


The Indigo Home is full of surprises. 

Every nook and cranny is overflowing 

with a unique accessory that can add 

ambience to any area in your home, 

apartment or dorm. As extraordinary as 

their name, the furniture, bedding, rugs, 

lighting, artwork and gifts galore will add 

true essence to your room of choice. 

Their dream is to help make your 

world beautiful. 

The Indigo Home shares their name 

and flair for style with their sister store 

The Indigo Child Clothing Boutique. The 

two stores share a special aura, as they 

both express their unique styles through 

creativity, merging past and present 

generations into one of its own. 

@theindigohome 


706.521.5441

The K.A. Artist Shop 


The K.A. Artist Shop is Athens’ creative art 

space downtown. It features a curated art 

and craft supply shop, a gallery showing 

work by local artists, a gallery gift shop, 

a photo room to help artists and makers 

take photos of their work, and a workshop 

where adults and teenagers can take 

creative classes. If you love color and 

an organized array of supplies, paper 

goods, and art, you’ll love this bright 

and colorful spot. 

Follow them online @kaartist. 

kaartist.com 

127 N. Jackson Street 

706.850.1224

The Lark Winespace 


The Lark Winespace is a wine shop and 

informal tasting bar just blocks from 

downtown on Prince Avenue! Meet, shop, 

learn, taste, all at a relaxed pace. They 

offer a constantly rotating menu of wines, 

as well as snacks such as artisan cheeses 

and international tinned seafood. Have a 

few tastes and then browse their wellcurated 

shop of responsibly made wines. 

Voted Favorite Wine Selection, 2021 and 

2022, Flagpole Magazine. 

thelarkwinespace.com 


706.850.5455

Totally Taylored 


Located in Bottleworks in downtown 

Athens, Totally Taylored is the Classic 

City’s new one-stop-shop for a more 

sustainable lifestyle. Founder, Taylor 

Ooley, is proud to share her passions as 

a seamstress and environmentalist with 

the community. With an aim to reduce 

waste in the landfill, their locally made 

home goods are crafted with care. From 

candles to dryer balls, they also have 

some of the country’s best sustainably 

made products. 

Totally Taylored is also proud to be Athens’ 

first refillary! Check out their selection 

on tap, such as soap, shampoo, laundry 

detergent, and other options at a great 

value! Keep up with them on Facebook 

and Instagram. 

totallytaylored.com 

367 Prince Avenue, 2A

TREEHOUSE kid & craft 


TREEHOUSE Kid & Craft is a communitysupported 

kid’s shop and creative studio 

started by two sisters and now locations 

in both Athens and Decatur, Georgia. 

They are a small business run by 

parents, artists, educators, activists, and 

dreamers-- and they’re all total kids at 

heart. Their greatest passion is finding 

time to create and play every day! They 

hope that their shop inspires families to 

do the same. In addition to their fun shop, 

they have a classroom space where they 

teach a variety of classes that encourage 

creative thinking, problem-solving, and 

hands-on activities. 

treehousekidandcraft.com 

Athens - 815 W. Broad Street, Suite A | 706.850.8226 

Decatur - 533 W. Howard Ave, Suite A | 470.355.8305

University of Georgia 

Bookstore 

The official bookstore of the University 

of Georgia, the UGA Bookstore caters to 

students, parents, alumni and fans alike. 

The UGA Bookstore is located in the 

center of campus next to the Tate Student 

Center and Sanford Stadium. 

With the largest selection of officially 

licensed UGA apparel and gifts, it’s 

no wonder its become the game day 

headquarters. During your visit you’ll 

find offerings that include official Nike 

coaches apparel, Peter Millar including 

the Uga X collection, Johnnie-O, 

Southern Tide, Vineyard Vines and UGA 

Spirit items like car decals, mugs, hats 

and more. Check out the website weekly 

for autograph signings scheduled 

throughout the football season. 


ugabookstore.com 

706.542.3171

design & decor

Alexa Stevenson 

Interior Decoration 

Alexa is an Athens-based interior designer 

with projects nationwide who is known for 

bringing a fresh perspective to traditional 

design through color and pattern. She has 

a distinct, upbeat, classic style, but much 

of the joy she takes in her work comes 

from merging that style with her clients’ 

needs and tastes. If her clients wake up in 

their home every day feeling happy, she 

believes she has done her job. 

Follow @alexastevenson on Instagram 

and email at info@alexastevensonid.com. 


alexastevensonid.com

Dutchmans Casual 

Living 

Dutchmans Casual Living specializes in 

beautiful hand crafted furniture, home 

decor, and design services. Their goal 

is to provide a warm and welcoming 

shopping experience for all of their 

customers with products and services 

that exceed their expectations. This place 

is their happy space, so they hope to 

make it yours. 

Dutchmans’ showroom is open Monday 

through Sunday, so go visit today! 

For additional information, head to their 

website or follow them on Facebook and 

Instagram. They hope to see you soon! 


dutchmanscasualliving.com 

Athens – 8851 Macon Highway | 706.850.0794 

Chamblee, GA – 5490 Peachtree Road | 470.545.9045 

Cornelius, NC - 19441 Old Jetton Road | 704.896.0007 

Highlands, NC - 342 Main Street | 828.526.8864 

St. Simons Island, GA – 505 Beachview Drive | 912.634.2764

Ellis Design Group 


After a decade of exponential growth, 

Lisa Ellis Design has expanded their 

reach and their team; transitioning from 

a design studio to a full-service design 

firm, now named Ellis Design Group. 

Combining classical elements with 

modern elegance, from architectural 

drawing packages to interior design 

consultations, Ellis Design Group offers 

a range of services for both residential 

and commercial projects. With an 

extensive background in architecture, 

lighting, and interior design and 

decorating, combined with the firm’s 

keen eye for color, quality, and creative 

sourcing, Ellis Design Group is the firm 

of note for exceptional interiors. 

ellisdesign.group 

1075 Baxter Street, #C101 

706.546.8814

Hawthorne House 


Hawthorne House is a purveyor of fine 

furnishings, premium lighting, and 

decorative accessories for residential 

and commercial applications. With 

decades of experience in the field, 

their specialists provide a seamless 

experience for homeowners and trade 

industry professionals alike. They connect 

both homeowners and designers to the 

highest quality craftsmen in the industry. 

Representing over 100 brands, such as 

Hickory Chair, LEE Industries, Century, 

Highland House, Verellen, Chaddock and 

more, Hawthorne House has curated an 

exquisite and elaborate product collection. 

Hawthorne House invites you to explore 

their collections and utilize their online 

resources to bring your visions to life. 

hawthornehouseinc.com 

1075 Baxter Street, #A101 

706.227.3560

SCOPE Lighting Group 


SCOPE Lighting boasts hundreds of lighting 

brands, both online and in their Athens 

lighting gallery. Catering to members of the 

trade and individual homeowners, SCOPE 

Lighting’s resources include architectural 

and decorative lighting, control and low 

voltage systems. Their extensive collection 

of decorative lighting features premier lines 

such as Visual Comfort & Co., Generation, 

Tech, Hudson Valley, Mitzi, Troy, Hubbardton 

Forge, and Sonneman. Their project 

division services include lighting design, 

product specification and procurement, 

budget analysis, value engineering, project 

management, and sales. SCOPE Lighting 

can join your project at any stage and thrives 

when collaborating with a team. 

scopelightinggroup.com 

1075 Baxter Street, #B101 

706.395.5686

celebrations

Blane Marable 

Photography 


Voted “Favorite Photographer” in the 

Athens area, Blane specializes in 

graduation, family, proposals, engagement 

and wedding photos. Blane is a favorite for 

capturing Greek Life and Parent’s Weekend 

events. He has taken hundreds of UGA 

graduation senior photos over the years 

and knows all the key locations on North 

Campus. Brides choose Blane for his style 

of capturing fun, romantic and tender 

moments like no one else can. Living in 

Athens all his life, Blane has photographed 

hundreds of weddings in almost all the 

wedding venues in the area. Text Blane at 

706.202.4612 to get on his schedule to 

take your son or daughter’s senior cap and 

gown graduation photos or to take family 

photos on North Campus while you are in 

town visiting. 

blanemarable.com 

706.202.4612

Brett Glenn 

Floral Design 

A boutique floral design studio located 

in the heart of Athens. Brett and her 

team find great joy in creating unique 

and exquisite designs for all of life’s 

celebrations. Whether it’s a special 

event or wedding- big or small, everyday 

blooms, or a potted arrangement, they 

are sure to make your vision come to life. 

Stop by the shop also to see their curated 

collection of specialty containers, 

tabletop accessories and hostess gifts. 

With a newly renovated space, they 

are also excited to offer floral design 

workshops and other events to bring this 

wonderful community together. Pop over 

to instagram @brettglennfloraldesign for 

a glimpse into their shop and for more 

information. 

brettglenn.com 


706.227.9937 

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Eldridge Stationers 


Eldridge Stationers is one of the 

southeast’s premier stationers known 

for timeless designs and quality 

craftsmanship. Offerings range from 

wedding invitations to personal stationery 

to holiday cards and everything in 

between. Amanda and Doc Eldridge’s 

adjacent business, Oconee Printing, keeps 

the production of their stationery all under 

one roof located on Baxter Street. They 

pride themselves with hands on personal 

customer service and attention to detail. 

Appointments are required for custom 

wedding invitations and other designs. 

A variety of stationery items and holiday 

cards can also be purchased online 

with an option to choose local pick up or 

delivery. 

eldridgestationers.com 

1069 Baxter Street

Georgian Hall 


Georgian Hall is a stunning ballroom 

nestled in the heart of downtown inside 

the historic Georgian building. Providing a 

classic setting and enchanting backdrop, 

along with top-notch food and beverage, 

you can count on a truly remarkable 

Athens experience for your special event. 

Whether you are looking for an upscale 

rehearsal dinner location, wedding 

venue, or simply a place to host a casual 

gathering of friends, Georgian Hall 

will customize services to exceed your 

expectations. 

Make your next celebration one for the 

history books! 

georgianhall.com 

247 E. Washington Street 

706.850.5935

Red Garden Basket 


By growing natural, specialty cut-flowers 

in her own sustainable gardens, Melanie 

hand makes botanical works of art. 

Each piece is made to order and unique 

to you! Her favorite part of working 

with customers is spreading JOY and 

watching their faces light up when gifted 

one of her designs. Melanie says, “flowers 

can express feelings when we sometimes 

can’t find the words.” 

Follow Red Garden Basket on Facebook 

& Instagram (@redgardenbasket) to see 

more whimsical, colorful and gardeninspired 

gifts. Growing colorfully and 

celebrating each season in Athens, 

Georgia. Visit www.redgardenbasket.com 

to order florals and shop garden gifts! 

They can’t wait to work with you! 

redgardenbasket.com 

404.931.9077

Sakred Bridal 


Sakred Bridal is Athens’ premier bridal 

retailer, offering the latest gowns for 

today’s most discerning brides. A modern 

take on the traditional experience with 

private consultations set in a beautiful 

loft space, reserved strictly for the 

bride and her guests. Kelly Joslyn is 

the owner and buyer, as well as a UGA 

Fashion Merchandising alumn. Kelly 

opened Sakred with the intent to source 

designers and styles not typical of the 

mainstream. Each gown is as unique as 

the bride who wears her. See for yourself 

by booking online + follow along on 

Instagram and Facebook. 

sakredbridal.com 

Watkinsville – 16 First Street 

706.310.4000

health & beauty

A. LaFera Hair Salon 


This full-service salon was created by 

Andrea LaFera with the desire to provide 

luxury services in a chic and inviting 

environment for men and women. The 

salon focuses on both a healthy scalp 

and healthy hair by using environmentally 

conscious products. Rene Furterer 

products feature 100% natural active 

ingredients. Davines products and color 

are cruelty-free and based on natural 

ingredients. 

In addition to standard salon services, 

A. LaFera offers a wide array of specialty 

services, including: updos, blowouts, 

wedding hair, keratin smoothing 

treatments, facial waxing, and more. 

Follow the salon on Instagram 

@alferasalon and on Facebook 

@alafersaloninc. 

alaferasalon.com 

600 Oglethorpe Ave Bldg 3 

706.548.2188

Chiropractic Works 


With over 50 years of combined clinical 

practice, Chiropractic Works has a vision 

for health and wellness in Athens. Using a 

multi-faceted team approach to all types 

of health conditions, Dr. Ken Cook and 

Dr. Tammy Kiefer have become Athens 

No.1 choice for health and wellness. 

Dr. Cook is the only DRX 9000 Spinal 

Decompression expert in the area for 

lower back disc conditions. Chiropractic 

Works is also Athens’ only Neuro-Feedback 

therapy clinic, which helps them address 

issues like ADHD, anxiety, depression, 

migraine headaches, memory loss, PTSD 

and chronic pain. 

chiropracticworks.com 

101 Cedar Rock Trace 

706.548.8984

Frenchies Modern 

Nail Care 

Just walk into Frenchies Modern Nail Care 

and you will discover you’re in for something 

that’s beyond your typical mani-pedi 

experience. Frenchies doesn’t look, smell 

or feel like a typical nail salon. Their studios 

are light, open and airy and especially fresh 

… no acrylics equals no nasty chemical 

smells. They use top-of-the-line sterilization 

techniques to ensure that your hands and 

feet stay healthy and look great. 

Every Frenchies team member is friendly 

and knowledgeable. They will share their 

healthy nail-care smarts while getting 

to know you, so they can deliver your 

most enjoyable nailcare experience ever. 

Appointments recommended. Call or 

book online. 


studios.frenchiesnails.com/athens-ga 


706.395.8805

Moore Center 

Med Spa 

The Moore Center Med Spa is Athens’ and 

Northeast Georgia’s premier medical spa. 

Led by Dr. James Moore, The Moore Center’s 

expert staff combines the latest advances 

in non-invasive treatments to achieve a 

stunning and natural result. Whether you 

seek to prevent or reverse the signs of aging 

or dramatically transform your appearance, 

the team will customize your treatment 

plan to match your aesthetic goals. 

At The Moore Center you will find treatments 

and techniques such as Botox®, Facial 

Fillers, HydraFacial, Laser Hair Removal, 

CoolSculpting®, Chemical Peels and 

Medical Grade Skin Care. Your Medical Spa 

experience starts there! 


themoorecenter.com 

798 Prince Avenue, Suite 200 

706.850.3603

Pure Balance 

Pilates Studio 

Pure Balance is a locally, female-owned 

and operated Pilates Reformer studio that 

empowers women to love their bodies 

through movement. Offering a variety 

of Pilates small-group classes, private 

sessions, and education on all things 

wellness, Pure Balance challenges you 

where you are with the belief that wellness 

goes beyond the studio. When you walk 

through Pure Balance’s doors, you will find 

an environment that welcomes you as you 

are, encourages growth, and equips you 

with the skills to care for yourself - mind, 

body, and spirit. Pure Balance’s goal is 

for people of all bodies, ages, and fitness 

levels to be confident in themselves and 

their ability to keep their cups full, so that 

they can show up in their life with more. 

purebalanceathens.com 

1075 Baxter Street, Unit A-103 

706.424.9742 

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Pure Barre 


Pure Barre is a total body workout that lifts 

your seat, tones your thighs and burns 

fat in record- breaking time. Utilizing the 

ballet barre to perform small isometric 

movements set to fantastic music, Pure 

Barre is the fastest, most effective, yet safest 

way to change your body. The concentration 

involved creates mental benefits similarly 

obtained by yoga or meditation. 

Now offering three dynamic class formats, 

be sure to also try Pure Empower, designed 

to optimize cardiovascular results, and Pure 

Reform, which adds a whole new level of 

sculpting. A transformed body and clear 

head in under one hour – it doesn’t get 

much better than this! 

Make sure to follow them on Instagram: 

@purebarreathens and Facebook! 

purebarre.com 

191 Alps Road, Suite 17 

706.850.4000

TransFit Athens 


TransFit Athens is a full service personal 

training fitness studio for women seeking to 

transform your body, mind, and spirit. Their 

goal is to inspire, motivate, and guide you 

through customized exercise programs 

that deliver the results you’re looking to 

achieve. 

TransFit Athens offers 1-1 personal training, 

small group, strength training, high intensity 

cardio sessions, yoga, and Bible study. 

The team of certified personal trainers, 

nutritionists, and registered dietician will 

help you transform your life, guided by their 

theme Bible verse - Romans 12:2: let us 

seek to live transformed each day. Contact 

Caroline Ward, at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Make sure to follow them on Instagram and 

Facebook at @transfitathens. 

transfitathens.com 

1737 B South Lumpkin Street 

706.614.0177

Urban Sanctuary Spa 

Located in the historic Boulevard district, 

Urban Sanctuary has been a local gem 

since 2005. They are a boutique day spa 

with the elaborate service menu and 

beauty of a resort spa, combined with the 

comfort and ease of home. They use only 

high quality, organic and natural products 

that are cruelty free and ethically sourced. 

Urban Sanctuary provides massages, 

facials, waxing, HydraFacial, ProCell 

Microchanneling and body treatments. 

They specialize in effective massage for 

pain relief as well as advanced esthetic 

services, which produce real and lasting 

results. With plenty of options for spa days, 

Urban Sanctuary welcomes spa parties and 

groups. Gift certificates and monthly spa 

memberships are also available! Be kind to 

yourself, be kind to others, unwind at Urban 

Sanctuary … 

urbansanctuaryspa.com 


706.613.3947 

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hotels

ATH|BNB 

The Rushmore 

The Rushmore has reinvented the 

traditional bed & breakfast with 14 

luxurious suites in the lively Five Points 

neighborhood. Each unique in design, 

all suites have a spacious bathroom 

en suite with bespoke linens and fine 

cosmetics. The Rushmore offers catered 

continental-style breakfast each morning 

and an afternoon tea. The three-level 

house has several common spaces for 

guests to enjoy during their stay and 

is walking distance to restaurants and 

shops in Five Points. 


stayathbnb.com 


706.850.0902

Benson’s Hospitality 

Group 


Benson’s Hospitality Group is a locally 

owned, managed and progressive 

hotel company focused on providing 

outstanding service in award winning 

hotels. They offer high quality guest rooms 

and flexible meeting space making them 

a perfect choice for business and leisure 

travelers alike. A commitment to guest 

service with heavy emphasis on value 

while providing superb lodging options 

through first class brands continues to 

differentiate them from any other lodging 

product in the Athens area. 

bensonsinc.com 

Hilton Garden Inn - 390 E. Washington Street | 706.353.6800 

Holiday Inn Express - 513 W. Broad Street | 706.546.8122 

SpringHill Suites Downtown - 220 S. Hull Street | 706.850.2072 

SpringHill Suites West - 3500 Daniells Bridge Road | 706.353.8484

Hotel Indigo-Athens 

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As the premiere luxury boutique hotel in 

downtown Athens, Hotel Indigo Athens 

elevates the cityscape with its modern 

farmstead architectural style. When 

staying at Indigo, guests enjoy luxe 

accommodations, local art, and exciting 

dining and beverage experiences. 

Pairing Southern hospitality with a 

deep appreciation for local culture, this 

boutique retreat charms travelers, UGA 

visitors, and wedding guests alike with 

high-end service and art-centric spaces. 

The Who’s Who in the Classic City can be 

found entertaining within the Rialto Club 

- Hotel Indigo Athens’ premiere wedding 

venue. The Rialto Club is known for hosting 

concerts, jazz and comedy shows, and 

private events throughout the year. 

indigoathens.com 


706.546.0430

UGA Center for 

Continuing 

Education & Hotel 


Located in the heart of campus, the UGA 

Center for Continuing Education & Hotel 

transports its guests into the authentic 

University of Georgia experience. True 

to its legacy and mission, it provides 

guests with an unsurpassed level of 

service, something which becomes 

evident in every interaction. The Georgia 

Center, as some have come to know it, is 

within walking distance from Five Points, 

downtown Athens, Stegeman Coliseum, 

Sanford Stadium, the Georgia Museum 

of Art, and the Performing Arts Center, 

allowing guests to enjoy everything 

Athens offers while providing them 

with a peaceful refuge in the beautiful 

campus setting. 

hotel.uga.edu 

1197 South Lumpkin Street 

706.542.2134

eal estate & 

student housing

755 Broad 

Make yourself at home at 755 Broad, 

a Georgia Tradition. Located in downtown 

Athens, 755 Broad is a short stroll to 

your favorite restaurants, shopping, 

the Firefly Trail, and UGA’s picturesque 

North Campus. 

This warm and welcoming boutique 

apartment community offers one, two, 

and three bedroom apartments with 

elegant finishes to ensure your comfort 

and a wealth of amenities to cater to your 

tastes. 

Work. Play. Rest. Relax. At 755 Broad, 

home has never felt so good! 


A GEORGIA TRADITION 

755broad.com 


706.850.6787

Amy Bray, REALTOR ® 

Upchurch Realty 


Whether buying or selling, Amy Bray is 

the complete package for your real estate 

needs! A familiar face in Athens, Amy is 

most recognized as the owner/operator 

of Slippers in Five Points for many years. 

Joining Caldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 

in January 2021, Amy brings her energy, 

excitement, and expertise to the real 

estate industry offering the ultimate in 

signature real estate experiences. 

upchurchrealty.com 

2405 W. Broad Street, Suite 150 

706.614.8420

Cobblestone Property 

Management Group 

Cobblestone Property Management 

Group is a locally owned, full service 

property management company. 

Their mission is to provide property 

management solutions for both owners 

and tenants alike, all while providing a 

superior level of customer service. 

With properties like Brookewood Mill, 

Summit of Athens, University Towers and 

Woodland of Athens, Cobblestone is 

committed to their clients to find the right 

place to live in the Classic City. 

If you are looking to have your property 

professionally managed or are looking 

for a new place to call home, please 

contact them today and they will be 

happy to help! 


cobblestonepmg.com 


706.705.5800

Corcoran Classic Living 

Your Athens real estate experts ... 

Serving greater Athens for two decades, 

Corcoran Classic Living (formerly CJ&L) is 

committed to excellence in residential and 

commercial real estate. Their social-minded 

agents are deeply entrenched in their 

communities, backed by a top-notch support 

staff and innovative technologies that ensure 

a seamless client experience. Whether you’re 

buying or selling, their balance of local roots 

and global network connections make them 

your most powerful partner in northeast 

Georgia real estate. 


Visit their website to start your home search, 

find an agent, and learn more about how they 

can help guide you through your next real 

estate journey. 

corcoranclassic.com 

940 Prince Avenue, STE C 

706.559.4520

Christina Hammond, 

REALTOR ® 5Market Realty 


Christina Hammond is an excellent 

negotiator that you want on your side. 

After 20+ years working with first-time 

buyers, seasoned investors, and buyers/ 

sellers in between, she has the knowledge 

and expertise you should expect from a 

real estate agent. With a master’s degree 

in Gerontology, she also understands 

the needs of seniors. Along with owning 

and operating a property management 

business, Athens’ Best Properties, for 15 

years, she can provide invaluable insight 

into the market for Athens real estate 

investment. Christina has achieved the 

Bronze Phoenix Award, and has consistently 

been awarded the Circle of Achievement 

Award from the AAAR. Contact Christina at 

christina@christinahammond.com. 

christinahammond.com 

706.255.4731

Eric Vaughn, REALTOR ® 

Upchurch Realty 

Eric is a top-producing real estate agent 

serving Athens and the surrounding area. 

He resides in historic Cobbham and is 

considered an in-town expert. 

Eric works tirelessly to provide unparalleled 

customer service and unmatched expertise. 

He is an excellent listener, a trusted advisor, 

and is sensitive to the needs of others. 

Eric takes pride in his professionalism and 

his ability to exceed his clients’ expectations. 

He demonstrates a commitment to the 

local and real estate communities through 

leadership and service. Thinking of buying 

or selling? Read Eric’s reviews online and 

follow @revsells on instagram to experience 

the #revsells difference. Expect the best ... 

he’ll handle the rest! 


revsells.com 

2405 W. Broad Street, Suite 150 

706.207.9438

Gena Knox, REALTOR ® 

Ansley Real Estate 

A top producing agent, Gena Knox has 

lived in Five Points for over 18 years. 

This gives her great insight into what 

is coming on the market both in-town 

and just outside of town. Whether you 

are buying or selling your home, her 

marketing and sales success will benefit 

you at every step. 


Gena is honest and approachable. 

She works hard to make sure her client’s 

needs are fulfilled. If you are interested in 

buying or selling your home, Gena can 

guide you through the process. Follow 

her on Instagram @genaknoxre and 

contact Gena at 706.224.1365 or 

genaknox@ansleyre.com 

ansleyre.com 

1394 S. Milledge Ave 

706.224.1365

Hally DeMent, REALTOR ® 

Ansley Real Estate 

In 2022 Hally became a founding 

member for Ansley Real Estate | Christie’s 

International Real Estate firm in Athens. 

A licensed Realtor since 2001, Hally began 

her career selling real estate in the Lake 

Oconee and Athens communities. Hally 

has experienced success in real estate 

with consistent production, but her main 

focus remains on the needs of her clients. 

Hally’s reputation remains impeccable 

because she maintains a high level of 

knowledge of the Athens and surrounding 

market while providing top level service to 

both buyers and sellers. Hally is passionate 

and ready to provide a high level of service, 

integrity, and guidance. Make your move 

and call Hally DeMent today for your real 

estate needs. 

ansleyre.com 


404.771.1017 

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Ryan Blue, REALTOR ® 

Orbit Real Estate Partners 

Ryan Blue started his real estate career 

in 2013 and has been a bulldog of the 

industry ever since. His sales have grown 

each year and he is currently in the top 

2% of agent production. A born and 

bread Athenian, Ryan has lived or owned 

real estate in about every sector of the 

area. This gives him a consistent pulse of 

the local market. As a former collegiate 

golfer, Ryan’s competitive background 

serves his clients well as he always 

fights for their best interest. He recently 

partnered with three colleagues to start 

Orbit Real Estate Partners. If you are 

looking to buy, sell, invest or build your 

dream home, Ryan is the guy to call! 


orbitrealestatepartners.com 

Watkinsville – 1691 Meriweather Drive Suite 105 

706.993.3400

services

Arch Legacy Firm 


At Arch Legacy, they are a team of moms 

devoted to helping Georgia families 

protect their loved ones with personalized 

and comprehensive estate planning. 

Attorney, Trish Butcher, works closely with 

her clients to ensure that the estate plan 

they put in place will actually work. No 

more impersonal attorneys in suits, hourly 

bills or stiff transactions. 

Arch Legacy Firm is the only law firm 

in Athens that offers a Kids Protection 

Plan, ensuring that parents know their 

children will always be protected, no 

matter what. Are you ready to protect your 

children and assets and keep your family 

out of court and conflict? 

archlegacyfirm.com 

706.352.9060

Armour Services 


Armour Services, owned and operated 

by 4th generation Athenian Gary Armour, 

adheres to their motto … The Right People, 

The Right Equipment, The Right Attitude. All 

five businesses are fully insured and state, 

certified drug-free workplaces. 

Armour Plumbing & Well Service is a 

complete residential and commercial 

plumbing specialist for water heaters, 

garbage disposals, faucets, toilets and 

more. Rapid-Rooter Sewer & Drain Service 

can solve all drain, grease trap and septic 

problems. Armour Industrial Services, Inc. 

provides heavy-duty cleaning services. 

Bulldog Johnny is your event/tailgate 

go-to for portable toilets, while Peachstate 

Portables provides the same for work site 

and long-term needs. 

armourservices.com 

22 Sunny Hills Drive 

706.543.1234

Athens Academy 


What sets an Athens Academy education 

apart from all others? Ranked one of the 

top 10 private schools in the state, Athens 

Academy is dedicated to a mission of 

excellence with honor for each and every 

student, from K3-Grade 12. 

Students benefit from a talented faculty 

and innovative curriculum; integrated 

media and technology programs; an 

emphasis on integrity and honor; a 

global approach to learning for success 

in a rapidly changing world; service 

and leadership opportunities; and a 

wide variety of options for creative selfexpression 

through the arts, technology, 

athletics, and more. An individual tour 

is the best way to learn more about the 

Athens Academy experience, so visit their 

website to schedule yours today. 

www.athensacademy.org 

1281 Spartan Lane 

706.549.9225

Athens Area 

Humane Society 

The Athens Area Humane Society rescues 

and protects companion animals by 

providing for their wellbeing, uniting them 

with loving homes, and advocating for a 

compassionate society. 


Services offered by the AAHS extend from 

our no-kill adoption center to our fear-free, 

affordable veterinary clinic, which provides 

not only spays and neuters, but wellness 

services to our adoptable pets and to 

the public. 

The AAHS envisions a society where all 

dogs and cats have loving homes and 

the bond between pets and people is 

celebrated. 

athenshumanesociety.org 

1030 Mitchell Bridge Rd 

706.769.9155

BankSouth 


BankSouth is a community bank, 

specializing in improving the financial lives 

of the customers and businesses that they 

serve in the Watkinsville-Athens area. They 

complement busy lives and careers by 

offering a full array of banking and lending 

products, with the added convenience of 

both digital and in-person services. 

In banking, they strive to meet their 

customers where they are. Here’s how they 

serve you: Personal (checking, savings, 

and lending), Business (checking, savings, 

and lending), Home Equity and Personal 

Lines of Credit and Online and Mobile 

Banking. 

Open an account online in just minutes at 

BankSouth.com/easyopen! 

banksouth.com/watkinsville 

7911 Macon Highway 

706.769.8200

Classic City Collective 


Join Classic City Collective today! Classic 

City Collective aims to be the nation’s 

foremost supporter-funded NIL platform 

to position Georgia Athletics and athletes 

from all 21 sports for sustained success. 

The Collective was created to provide 

opportunities for all of Dawg Nation to 

contribute and engage with the athletes 

they passionately support through a 

variety of NIL activities. Classic City 

Collective allows patrons to not only 

assist student athletes, but engage with 

them through appearances, meet and 

greets, autographs, and tailgate events. 

Their goal is to enrich, enhance and 

empower student athletes to better their 

lives, communities and futures. 

Visit their website to learn more and donate! 

classiccitycollective.com 

269 N Hull Street 

865.312.2675

Cole Hixon Insurance 


Cole Hixon Insurance is a family owned 

and operated insurance agency dedicated 

to providing quality insurance solutions to 

clients near Athens. 

Their trusted insurance professionals 

are here to help you with every step of 

the insurance process and can design 

a personal or commercial insurance 

policy to fit your needs. With Cole Hixon 

Insurance, their friendly staff will work with 

you on a one-on-one basis to develop the 

perfect policy and a lasting relationship. 

When you work with Cole Hixon Insurance, 

you’ll experience the exceptional service 

and attention to detail that you can only 

find with their agency. 

colehixoninsurance.com 

Prince Avenue - 1640 Prince Avenue | 706.353.8766 

Watkinsville - 2023 Hog Mountain Road | 706.769.4566 

Commerce Road - 1875 Commerce Road, Suite D | 706.548.1171

The DGD Fund 


Support the DGD Fund, the official 

charitable vehicle of University of Georgia 

student-athletes. The DGD Fund has 

raised $200k in support of the local 

Athens community and made grants 

to the ALS Association, American Brain 

Tumor Society, Hilinski’s Hope, Happy Feet, 

and the Boys and Girls Club of America. 

The fund was created by five Georgia 

Football players ... Stetson Bennett IV, 

Owen Condon, John Fitzpatrick, John 

Staton IV and Payne Walker. To support 

the DGD Fund mission of giving back to 

the communities and places that mean 

the most please visit their website. 

dgdfund.org 

404.877.8622

Hinge Creative Co. 


Hinge Creative Co is an all female 

branding studio that specializes in 

serving women-owned businesses. By 

unearthing the essence and personality 

of companies, their team empowers 

entrepreneurs to focus on their own 

talents, by removing branding from 

their to-do list. Believing strategy is the 

most important foundational piece 

of a company, Hinge walks alongside 

their clients, living and breathing their 

brand, to identify their ideal customer 

and eliminate any obstacles between 

them. With their team’s vast skill sets and 

expertise ranging from graphic design, 

copywriting, and marketing, Hinge opens 

doors for small businesses. 

hingecreativeco.com 

325 N. Milledge Avenue 

478.387.8740

Phil Hughes 

Automotive Group 

When you do business with Phil Hughes 

Automotive Group, it’s more than a 

transaction. Your experience is the start of 

a relationship that will continue for many 

years to come. That’s the exact model that 

founder Phil Hughes envisioned when he 

opened Honda 46 years ago. Today, the 

same leadership continues through his 

daughter Apryl and the entire Phil Hughes 

Automotive team. 

Located on Atlanta Highway, Phil Hughes 

Automotive Group includes Phil Hughes 

Honda, Athens BMW and Hughes Subaru. 

Meet their incredible staff and experience 

the best car buying, selling and service in 

Athens. 


athensbmw.com 706.549.5340 

philhugheshonda.com 706.549.3530 

hughessubaru.com 706.715.6300

ServiceMaster 5 Points 


When an unexpected disaster strikes, the 

restoration process can be difficult and 

complex, which is why it is vital to partner 

with a company that has the proper 

equipment and knowledge. In Athens, the 

remedy to your problem is ServiceMaster 

5 Points. Owned and operated by Russell 

Ewing, who is a resident of the Classic 

City where he and his wife Courtney (an 

Athens native) are raising three children, 

ServiceMaster 5 Points prides itself on 

assisting fellow Athenians when the 

unthinkable occurs. The family owned 

business brings over three decades of 

experience for all water/fire damage 

restoration and cleaning needs. They also 

offer everyday commercial and residential 

cleaning … carpet, upholstery and 

wood flooring. 

sm5points.com 


706.543.3333

food & libations 

5&10 9 

Alumni Cookie Dough 11 

Athens Bagel Company 13 

Barberitos 15 

Big City Bread Café 17 

Blind Pig Tavern 19 

Chuck’s Fish 21 

Condor Chocolates 23 

Depalma’s Italian Café 25 

El Barrio 27 

Em’s Kitchen 29 

Farm Burger 31 

Farmcart 33 

Five Restaurant + Bar 35 

George’s Low Country 37 

Grindhouse Killer Burgers 39 

Gyro Wrap 41 

Heirloom Café 43 

Hilltop Grille 45 

Independent Baking Co. 47 

Journey Juice 49 

Last Resort Grill 51 

Loco’s Grill & Pub 53 

Maepole 55 

Mama’s Boy 57 

Marker 7 Coastal Grill 59 

Marti’s at Midday 61 

Osteria Athena 63 

Paloma Park – Athens 65 

Porterhouse Grill 67 

Savannah Room 69 

Seabear Oyster Bar 71 

South Kitchen + Bar 73 

Square One Fish Co. 75 

Tamez Barbecue 77 

Team Biscuits & Burgers 79 

The Expat 81 

The Grill 83 

The National 85 

The Pine Bar 87 

The Place 89 

The Rook & Pawn 91 

The Root Basement Bar 93 

Tlaloc 95 

Trappeze Pub 97 

Viva! Argentine Cuisine 99 

Your Pie 101 

entertainment & culture 

Active Climbing 105 

Artini’s Art Lounge 107 

Ciné 109 

Frog Stomp Studio 111 

Georgia Museum of Art 113 

Georgia Theatre 115 

The Classic Center 117 

UGA Golf Course 119 

shopping 

Agora Vintage 123 

Amelia’s Apparel 125 

Appointments at Five 127 

Athens Interiors Market 129 

Cheeky Peach 131 

Dick Ferguson’s Clothing Store 133 

DIVAS Freedom Boutique 135 

Dukes Clothier 137 

Empire South 139 

Epiphany 141 

fab’rik 143 

Heery’s Clothes Closet 145 

Heery’s Too 147 

JWR Jewelers 149 

Little Light Co 151 

Monkee’s 153 

Onward Reserve 155 

plainjane designs 157 

Plum Nelly Antiques 159 

r. wood studio ceramics 161 

Shiraz Fine Wine/Gourmet 163 

Steel + Plank 165 

The Indigo Child 167 

The Indigo Home 169 

The K.A. Artist Shop 171 

The Lark Winespace 173 

Totally Taylored 175 

TREEHOUSE kid & craft 177 

UGA Bookstore 179

design & decor 

Alexa Stevenson Interior 

Decoration 183 

Dutchmans Casual Living 185 

Ellis Design Group 187 

Hawthorne House 189 

SCOPE 191 

celebrations 

Blane Marable 195 

Brett Glenn Floral Design 197 

Eldridge Stationers 199 

Georgian Hall 201 

Red Garden Basket 203 

Sakred Bridal 205 

health & beauty 

A. LaFera Hair Salon 209 

Chiropractic Works 211 

Frenchies Modern Nail Care 213 

Moore Center Med Spa 215 

Pure Balance 217 

Pure Barre 219 

Transfit Athens 221 

Urban Sanctuary 223 

hotels 

ATH|BNB 227 

Benson Hospitality 229 

Hotel Indigo 231 

UGA Center Hotel 233 

real estate & student housing 

755 Broad 237 

Amy Bray/Coldwell Banker-Upchurch 239 

Cobblestone Property Management 241 

Corcoran Classic Living 243 

Christina Hammond/5Market Realty 245 

Eric Vaughn/Coldwell Banker-Upchurch 247 

Gena Knox/Ansley Real Estate 249 

Hally DeMent/ Ansley Real Estate 251 

Ryan Blue/Orbit Real Estate Partners 253 

services 

Arch Legacy Firm 257 

Armour Services 259 

Athens Academy 261 

Athens Area Humane Society 263 

BankSouth 265 

Classic City Collective 267 

Cole Hixon Insurance 269 

DGD Fund 271 

Hinge Creative Co. 273 

Phil Hughes Automotive 275 

ServiceMaster 5 Points 277

DOUBLE 

HARDWARE 

HUNTING … 

GO DAWGS ++

2022-23 Guide To Athens

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