The Place
**Discover The Place: A Culinary Gem in Athens, Georgia** Nestled in the heart of Athens at 229 E Broad St, The Place is a beloved dining destination that combines a cozy atmosphere with a menu that delights the palate. With an impressive 4.5-star rating, this restaurant has garnered rave reviews from locals and visitors alike. Whether you're craving a hearty brunch, a delectable dinner, or a relaxing spot to unwind with friends, The Place offers a variety of options that cater to all tastes. Open multiple days a week, including extended hours on weekends, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a meal any day of the week. The Place boasts an inviting upstairs bar where patrons can enjoy a unique dining experience amidst a charming setting. The menu features a selection of crowd-pleasers, including the highly recommended Bourbon Glazed Salmon served atop grit cakes and a delightful chicken and waffles dish that has received positive feedback from many diners. Customers appreciate the restaurant's focus on quality and comfort, as reflected in their reviews highlighting the perfect balance of flavors and the inviting ambiance that encourages good conversation. With friendly service and a commitment to customer satisfaction, The Place is truly a must-visit for anyone in Athens. For more information, visit their website at [theplaceathens.com](http://theplaceathens.com) or give them a call at +1 706-850-2988.
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Isabel Yanes
*Delayed post from April ‘25 I was pleasantly impressed with The Place! It was recommended by a few friends and I’m glad we stopped in for Saturday night dinner, though I’ve also heard brunch is delicious, albeit busy. The service includes typical southern hospitality and is mostly run by college age students as expected. I loved our window seats that looked out at north campus with the Arch in view. Perfect for alumni in town looking to reminisce over a meal. Food wise, I was concerned with what appeared to be stereotypical southern style food like fried chicken and shrimp and grits, but boy was I wrong!! The modern take on these meals satisfied my craving for familiar comfort foods, while elevating the quality and presentation to something I was proud to share with someone “not from ‘round these parts.” I highly recommend the Southern Bruschetta because the Pimento Cheese is ON POINT. Also the Shrimp and Grits, which has unbelievably delicious flavor and texture. If you’re not hungry enough for an appetizer, a good combo would be the Fried Buttermilk Chicken Sandwich because it also comes with the Pimento Cheese. The chicken was beautifully fried and seasoned well. Can’t go wrong here!
Amber ThaGr8
I love that the bar and more sitting is upstairs. The atmosphere was perfect and inviting. The menu was short and sweet. I had the Bourbon Glazed Salmon that is laying on top of two grit cakes, collards. It was a surprising pair but coupled very well. I had a strawberry sour and it was a great dining experience before the GA Bulldogs game.
C D (CDinGA)
We really enjoyed it. Great food and a very comfortable spot to share a meal and not too noisy for good conversation. I had a burger and my wife and chick and waffles. Both were👌🏽. We didn’t venture upstairs. Street parking wasn’t too bad, likely because it’s summer. Our sever Emma was friendly and so attentive. We’ll be back.
Erika Hamilton
I was disappointed in the food. The chicken and waffles had a decent flavor. The waffle was a little hard, tasted like an eggo waffle. The hanger steak was lacking in flavor. The food was ok, but I wouldn't make a special trip to eat there. As my husband says " that was good 1 time". The waitress was very good and the atmosphere was very nice.
Heather Walter
We got the fried veggies sharable. Was majority whole okara and pickles. My favorite was the fried green tomatoes but there wasn't a lot of those. I got the fried chicken plate with Mac n cheese and garlic potatoes. The chicken and macaroni especially were yummy. Don't recommend the garlic potatoes they were weird.... Had to ask for refills and flag down the server a couple times.
Brian Chan
Excellent southern food. The fried veggies were very good. I love the fried whole okra. It pairs with a perfect ranch source. It looks runny but it tastes just right, not too heavy and still yummy. I like the shrimp and grits too. Although I think it can be a little more creamy, it is not as salty as South City Kitchen.
P Hendrix
Almost perfect. Food's fantastic & our waitress Emma sets the standard for servers everywhere. Only 1 thing keeping the experience from being 100% perfect, BRYANT really needs to learn how to unleash the unbelievable talent of his SUPERSTAR SERVER EMMA!!!!
Salem
The food was good- I LOVED the grits. They were so yummy and creamy. I will definitely be getting them next time too! The bruschetta was ok-a bit overcooked but I still ate it UP. The chicken and waffles were also ok, I will say that after I saved the leftovers for a day in the fridge, the waffles absorbed all of the flavor and it was delightful, so it makes for awesome leftovers. The atmosphere was lovely, very romantic and tucked away in the hectic bustle of downtown Athens. I love southern food so I will definitely be coming back to try more!
Mike Lynch
The food was very good here. We're talking Southern Comfort food with a good selection of beer and cocktails. The Burger and The Shrimp Burger are both highly recommended. There is also a pretty big selection of southern sides to pick with your entrees. The service was top notch! We went on a Friday night and it was packed. Although we did have to wait a few minutes beyond our reservation time, we were greeted quickly and there is a bar area (upstairs) to grab drinks and wait. Our server was incredible. Very friendly, quickly took out drink order and got our food, and was very attentive throughout the night with drink refills, etc. They even entertained making one of our party a cocktail that was not on the menu. There is a downstairs seating area and also an upstairs with additional seating and bar area. Really cool brick interior and tall and cool ceilings! An entree, cocktail(s) and shared apps will probably run you in the $30-$50 range per person. We were a party of 5. There is not a ton of space here, but they were able to seat a pretty large party upstairs.
L J
This cozy spot has so much charm. The food is fantastic especially the brunch menu, which is full of flavor and creativity. The staff are warm, friendly, and make you feel right at home. Definitely worth a stop when you’re in Athens.
