The National
- 232 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA 30601
- 706.549.3450
The idea behind The National is simple: to provide a casual neighborhood gathering spot reminiscent of European restaurants. Mediterranean inspired food and wine is served for lunch and dinner in the dining room, on the covered patio and at the bar. The menu points to culinary traditions from abroad, as well as close relations with local farmers to produce dishes that reflect the changing seasons in Northeast Georgia. Gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options are readily available.
The Bar at The National is well-known for finely crafted cocktails and a global wine list, and also has an extensive list of No and Low Proof Cocktails, Non-Alcoholic Beers and Housemade Refreshers.
Reservations are available through Resy.
The National is brought to you by General Manager and Partner Erin Wilson, Chef Burns Sullivan, Front of House Manager Lucy Ralston, Bar Manager Clayton Hoffman, Founder and Owner Peter Dale, and a team of brilliant hospitality professionals.
IN THE NEWS:
- "12 Can’t-Miss Georgia Restaurants—One for Every Month Of 2025," 365 Atlanta Traveler, January 2025
- "Best Places to Eat and Drink in Athens," Christiane Lauterbach, Atlanta Magazine, December 2023
- Silver Spoon Award (top 10 restaurants in Georgia), Georgia Trend, November 2018
- "Where to find a good cocktail in every SEC town," Garden and Gun, fall 2018
- In 2016, Chef de Cuisine Jeremy Collins was awarded 2nd place in the "Georgia's Best Shrimp and Grits" competition at the Jekyll Island Shrimp and Grits festival presented by Southern Living.
- The National was given a 2014 Silver Spoon Award by Georgia Trend magazine as one of the top ten restaurants in the state of Georgia.
- In 2012, Dale was named Food & Wine magazine’s The People’s Best New Chef Southeast.
- That same year, Dale was also honored as a Rising Star Chef.
- "100 Plates Locals Love," 2019 ExploreGeorgia.org, Vegetable Plate,
REVIEWS/RECOMMENDATIONS:
NEW YORK TIMES REVIEW
This restaurant has also been recommended by Daily Candy, Atlanta.
Hours
Mon
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tue
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wed
11:00am - 2:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Thu
11:00am - 2:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Fri
11:00am - 2:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sat
11:00am - 2:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sun
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Amenities
Additional Property Information
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Credit Cards Accepted:
- American Express
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Discover
- Dining Style: Fine Dining
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Catering Services:
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Full Bar:
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Handicap Accessible:
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Patio-outdoor:
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Reservations Accepted:
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To Go:
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Restaurant Week:
Dining
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Online Orders Available:
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Curbside Pick Up Available:
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming:
Meeting Facilities
Facility Info
- Description We offer catered private events in CineLab, the arthouse cinema that shares our building. The customizable space can host a seated dinner for up to 65. We offer restaurant buy-outs on a limited basis, typically only on Sundays. We try to accommodate large groups in the dining room as best we can. Contact erin@thenationalrestaurant.com for more information about availability and pricing.
Special Offers
Thursday Family Meal @ The National
In the spirit of cooler evenings spent at home, The National introduces Thursday Family Meal. For... Read More
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