Akademia Brewing Company
Welcome to Akademia Brewing Company, a hidden gem located at 150 Crane Dr, Athens, GA 30606. With an impressive rating of 4.6 stars, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional experience that combines craft beer, delectable food, and a welcoming atmosphere. As a local favorite in Athens, we invite you to explore our extensive menu featuring mouthwatering dishes and a rotating selection of our signature brews. Whether you’re in the mood for our famous burgers or a side of crispy fried pickles, our culinary offerings are sure to delight your palate. At Akademia Brewing Company, we understand the importance of a great atmosphere. Our spacious outdoor patio is perfect for enjoying a sunny afternoon while relaxing with friends or your furry companions — we love welcoming pets! Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing top-notch service, ensuring that every visit is memorable. Conveniently situated with ample parking, we're just a stone's throw from local attractions, making us the ideal spot to unwind after a day of exploring Athens. Join us any day of the week (except Monday) from 11 AM to 10 PM, or extend your evening with us until 11 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Come see why our customers rave about their experiences — we can't wait to serve you! For more information, visit our website at akademiabc.com or give us a call at (678) 726-2288.
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Slanders Pete
Came in at what seemed like it shoukd have been a dinner rush time, but the place seemed quiet and relatively empty. Nice staff. Brussel sprouts were overcooked, a usual trait among many restaurants. Good on them to serve a dip with them to mask it, but I really would prefer juicy sprouts over dry ones. The salmon was fantastic. Well and evenly cooked and tasted amazing. The burger was a bit too well done despite asking for medium. The fries and pasta were also really good.
Kh “Kitcat” Bow
Really enjoyed our Saturday afternoon, two weeks ago, at Akademia! The service was great and the food was super good, ESPECIALLY the burgers! We started with fried pickles and there’s more than enough for 4 with that appetizer. We both had burgers, cooked at different temps, both delicious with that great old fashioned burger flavor. Not taking a star away but I’d rather have had a regular burger bun than a pretzel bun as I’m just not a fan. I had the Brussels sprouts as my side, more than enough for 2 or 3 people and to die for, and hubby fries. I loved all the flavors in my flight and my hubby was very pleased with the bartender’s substitution for his choice of light beer. The outside looks like a typical small strip mall but once inside it’s a cool industrial style bar, great air conditioning for a hot day, with being able to see the beer tanks; wide open. There is an outside area too and, if I’m correct, has a burn ring for winter. We will definitely be back.
Shey Wilkin
Enjoyed ourselves at Akademia Brewing. The outdoor patio was perfect for my friend’s two greyhounds to chill with us. All of the staff were super friendly, there’s ample parking, the food was good, and the atmosphere is very chill. Dog-friendly and family-friendly.
Mike Merrill
5 Stars Across the Board! Great service Very good food and excellent service Beers were the best we had in town. Outstanding experience!!
Mike
Outstanding in every way! Great beer Great food Great service Great atmosphere close to our hotel LOVED IT! 💯 WILL RETURN
Jeff Fitzmorris
Come for the beer, stay for the food. I tried 4 of the beers and ended up on the barrel bourbon beer. The Cerberus was amazing.
Chris Homer
I'm from out of town and needed a beer. Luckily, it's within walking distance from our hotel. I like IPA's and this place didn't disappoint. Very tasty stuff! Great variety too. We ordered cheese curds and fried pickles to split between the two of us. The fried pickles aren't your ordinary fried pickles. They had a unique pickle bite, thinly sliced and had a good crunch. Perfect with beer. We both ordered the wild mushroom pasta with chicken. This dish hit the spot and was very filling. Portions are more than you can eat. I had to get a to-go box. I'm looking forward to leftovers tomorrow. The atmosphere was laid back. We sat at the bar. Brandon was our bartender and very attentive. I ordered my first beer off the menu and asked for a recommendation on the second. He nailed it with an EQ IPA. If you're looking for a good place for beer and food, this is it. Especially if you're on this side of town. There isn't much to choose from.
Jamie Parker
We rented the back room for a retirement party. Christian and his staff were friendly and so helpful. The bar tenders were great too. The party went on without a hitch- the staff was around constantly to check on us. Parking is plentiful, food was delicious and the atmosphere was great too! I highly recommend booking them for a party. You’ll be happy you did.
Rachael Parr
This is the second year we have used Akademia for a Leadership Retreat! Mr. Casey and his team are amazing! They go above and beyond! The food is excellent and the atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. If you are planning any event - this is your place! If you want a place to meet up with friends - also a great place to go!!
Jim Elayan
Great brews, great food, wonderful service, nice atmosphere! Though I think that sums it up I will provide some details. Came in on a Tuesday lunch. We were seated immediately. Everything was clean and shiny! Our waitress Madison was excellent and attentive. Super friendly but gave us space! Lots of beer choices and they do offer the option to taste the different varieties. I also saw someone trying a flight of beers. A great idea. The food was hot and excellent. They were out of fish and chips, but the burgers were wonderful. It's a nice venue, with ample seating indoors and an outdoor patio. The bar is huge and looks shiny and high-tech. As does the brewery! Bathrooms were clean. This is a hidden gem and is a great place to share with visitors that want a high quality unique experience. There is plenty of parking. This place is kind of hidden. The landmark for your turn is the old gray bus with their logo on it. And there's plenty of parking. Highly recommend it for casual drinks, an interesting conversational date night, or a good meal. Ask for Madison!
