The Local 706
Welcome to The Local 706, your go-to culinary hotspot in the heart of Athens, Georgia! Conveniently located at 1676 S Lumpkin St, this vibrant eatery has quickly garnered a reputation for its eclectic menu and inviting atmosphere, boasting an impressive rating of 4.2 stars. Whether you're a local or just visiting, The Local 706 promises a delightful dining experience that celebrates both comfort food and innovative dishes. With operating hours extending from Wednesday to Sunday, and a special Monday evening service, you have plenty of opportunities to indulge in their mouthwatering offerings. At The Local 706, you'll find a diverse menu that caters to all tastes, featuring everything from succulent burgers and Asian tacos to refreshing Mediterranean bowls. Customers rave about the unique flavors and quality ingredients, with standout dishes such as the Buffalo sandwich and the beloved fried mushrooms frequently mentioned in reviews. The warm and attentive service further enhances your experience, making it a perfect spot for family gatherings or casual outings with friends. Plus, with outdoor seating available, you can enjoy your meal while soaking up the beautiful Athens ambiance. Join us at The Local 706, where great food and great company come together to create unforgettable moments! For more information or to make a reservation, visit our website at local706athens.com or give us a call at +1 706-207-8700.
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Diana Kouzniaeva
Their burgers are good no doubt but their Asian Tacos and Buffalo sandwich is on a whole different level!! If you love sweet potato like me, make sure to get their side of sweet potatoes too! They are seasoned to perfection and they give you a generous amount so it’s worth the $3! Also my go-to sauces are always bleu cheese and honey mustard, theirs literally tasted so good it was a cherry on top for me. Parking is limited but I feel like every local restaurant usually does. Give them a try when you’re in the area!
Ana Pacheco
Food was great! I had the Mediterranean bowl, super taste 10/10. My husband had de diablo burger and it was so good too. If you are in Athens you must try this place.
Danielle Yonke
The most disappointing experience I’ve had in a long time. Wasn’t really sure what to expect. The place seemed friendly and I was optimistic. 20 minutes after waiting in an mostly empty restaurant. Our drinks arrived. A half flat beer in a chipped glass and a mojito that was anything but , arrived. When asked about the glass change our servers reply was “ did you want me to take it away or something ? “ A half hour later our appetizer arrived with our food. After specifying that it was an appetizer. While our waitress was friendly, and the atmosphere pleasant, I’ll be sure to skip it next time and avoid a $50 bill.
Hannah Williams
We love this place! The food is always delicious. The fried mushrooms are the best I’ve ever had. Our bartender Dovey was so sweet and attentive. All of the above is a gem in Athens! If you haven’t been check them out, you won’t regret it!
Genesis 1:3 Candles
My daughter and I sat on the outside, and the food and service was good. There was an issue with so many flies. Which is expected considering we were seated outside. They did have the fans on. I just wish they had some screens out, too.
Bryan Lewis
Googled a place to get burgers otw from Atlanta and saw this place pop up. Never having been we decided to give it a shot. While the parking lot was a bit dated the moment we stepped out and took a whiff we knew the food was going to good. Had no wait, even on a game day. Our server was incredibly friendly and the food was delicious- fried pickles the looooooonnnggg way was a nice change. Seemed like a great place to get a beer or bring the kids- the changing rooms in the restrooms also seemed much more comfortable than the hard plastic ones I usually see.
Jenn Meschi
Great lunch, the Mushroom Swiss sub Fried Chicken was amazing, the horsey sauce was sweet and the chicken crispy and flavorful. So good. Service was spot on. Cute place!!
Mike Lynch
Fairly good menu, with apps, burgers, sandwiches, salads, bowls, and wings. The inside is nothing special, but there are plenty of TVs to watch sports or events. Serving staff was very nice and friendly, but seemed to be a little understaffed when we went there.
Robert McQuese
It's ok. Wasn't too impressed. First time going and I had the Local burger with sweet potatoes chips. Menu said it was 2 smash burgers but it was honestly 2 flattened regular burgers. Smash burgers are typically crispy and with a crust. These were typical non flavored flat burgers..chips were not fresh either. Other food that was ordered was just meh....service was kinda slow as well and had to keep asking for drink refills. Most likely will not be back. Better choices in Athens. Go somewhere else .
Dez Partlow-Greer
If I could give less than one star then I would. We got to the restaurant at 5 pm and didn’t get food and drinks until about 7 pm which is ridiculous. The restaurant wasn’t even busy. We got the order then and it was incorrect so we did more waiting because of that reason. I was really excited to visit because myself and boyfriend were doing a double date. I’m so disappointed in this experience. Also I felt very out of place lack of diversity our entire three hours in the restaurant. I ordered three tacos and my boyfriend ordered a sandwich with sweet potato tots. The waitress we had was also not friendly and that upset me because good customer service is super important to me.
