Athens, Ga., June 23, 2025 – Athens Restaurant Week is back for its fifth year, running from July 14–20, 2025, and inviting both locals and visitors to experience the city’s dynamic culinary scene. Hosted by Visit Athens GA, this week-long celebration features special menu items and exclusive pricing from restaurants, breweries, coffee shops and bars across Athens.
“Athens has always been known for its creative spirit, and that energy shines through in our food scene,” said Katie Williams, the Executive Director of Visit Athens GA. “With over 50 partners participating this year, Athens Restaurant Week is a true celebration of the city’s culinary diversity—from inventive global flavors to Southern comfort classics. It’s the perfect time to discover something new or fall back in love with a local favorite.”
Just 60 miles northeast of Atlanta, Athens is a hidden gem for food lovers. From award-winning chefs to cozy neighborhood eateries, the Classic City offers something for every palate. During Restaurant Week, participating venues will feature curated menus and special offerings that showcase their signature dishes and drinks. Diners can enjoy these limited-time menus at special prices—making it the perfect opportunity to explore new favorites or revisit beloved local gems.
Athens’ food scene continues to earn national recognition. Chef Pete Amadhairundr of Puma Yu’s was a 2024 James Beard Award semi-finalist, while newcomers like Pretty Boy and Bar Bruno are quickly gaining acclaim. Longtime staples such as Five & Ten, Mama’s Boy and Big City Bread Cafe remain cornerstones of the local dining experience.
Beyond its standout restaurants, Athens is also celebrated for its award-winning craft beer scene and the Athens Beer Trail—a self-guided tour of five local breweries. With a digital passport to track your stops and earn rewards, it’s a fun and flavorful way to experience the city’s brewing culture. Sip a Tropicalia at Creature Comforts, catch live music at Athentic Brewing or relax at Normaltown Brewing Company—all part of this year’s exciting Restaurant Week lineup.
To view the full list of participating partners, please visit here. Corresponding images can be found here.
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About Visit Athens GA
Visit Athens GA is the official destination marketing organization for Athens-Clarke County, Georgia. We engage the creative energy of Athens to activate curiosity, inspire experience, and advance our community’s quality of life and economic opportunity for all. We increase the economic impact of the hospitality and visitor industry by attracting individual visitors, groups, and meetings and conventions to Athens.
About Athens, GA
Just 60 miles northeast of Atlanta, the college town of Athens is a cultural hub of creative energy. The vibe comes from a robust visual and performing arts scene, live music almost every night of the week, amazing food and beverage offerings and innovative creators. Across Broad Street from the excitement of downtown is the historic North Campus of the University of Georgia, the birthplace of public higher education in America. Visitors love to stroll through the grounds of the state’s botanical garden and galleries of the official art museum of Georgia. Athens, Georgia, is always open to new experiences. For more information, visit www.VisitAthensGA.com.
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