Five - Athens

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Five

Five
4.0 / 5 (1549 reviews)

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FIVE Athens offers a blend of tantalizing dishes and unique ambiance, but recent experiences reveal a stark contrast. While some diners praise decadent meals like shrimp pasta and fried green tomatoes alongside commendable service, others express frustration with inconsistent food quality and service. Complaints revolve around cold dishes and long wait times, overshadowing the restaurant's previous reputation as a top brunch destination. Despite complimentary drinks and attentive staff, many guests feel let down by management’s lack of intervention during disappointing meals. As FIVE Athens navigates this culinary crossroads, it remains to be seen if it can return to its former glory.

Last update: 07.04.2026 from: Victor

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★ 4 / 5 from 1549 reviews
victor-hill-3
10.06.2025

Food was not great, especially for the price and lack of options. You offer literally 5 entrees, you should excel at all of them. You don 't. Paneed Chicken was terrible/burnt. The sauce that was to accompany it was barely there. Ribeye was beef jerky.Sides were sub par. Waitress was severely less than impressive. Sat at the table for a good 10 minutes before being acknowledgedbecause she didn 't see us in her section that was only half full at most. Meanwhile others that were sat after us were beingserved before us. Had to get up multiple times to request items from other waiters and waitresses because she regularlydisappeared for long periods or was too busy mingling with her friends at another table. That along with the pictures of BillClinton and Ruth Ginsberg on the wall.. I 'll gladly spend my money elsewhere in the future.

jed-schulist
10.06.2025

Always great food. Drinks are good. Atmosphere is calm and friendly. Dig thr spot. Chicken and Waffles is a must for brunch too. ????

schultz-harold-1
10.06.2025

I come every Sunday to sit at the bar and the service is always spectacular! Yonnas is an experienced bartender and he makes customers feel like close friends. Tony in the kitchen never misses with the food either!

ekirlin-fox709
10.06.2025

Didn't eat from here, joined my friends after dinner and they all had empty plates so I assume they enjoyed the food. Good music, and atmosphere

sean-maxwell-vine526
21.02.2024

This place is a charming little gem with delicious food, friendly staff, and a fantastic atmosphere. You must try the Uptown Shrimp and the Paneed Chicken served with mashed potatoes—absolutely amazing flavors! Trust me, the Ribeye with mashed potatoes and the Double Burger are both excellent choices as well. We had a great time. Make sure to sit in KJ's section; she's a lot of fun!

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At 780, you'll find the stop Athens Clarke County, from which you also have access to the municipal transportation.

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