Athena - Monroe

The food at Athena is really good. I love Mediterranean food. I do wish staff were a little more attentive, don't be afraid to ask them for what you need. read more The food at Athena is really good. I love Mediterranean food. I do wish staff were a little more attentive, don't be afraid to ask them for what you need.

Comfortable, peaceful atmosphere with the best change of pace cuisine in the area. Food presentation is always appealing and portion size is always 'just right... read more Comfortable, peaceful atmosphere with the best change of pace cuisine in the area. Food presentation is always appealing and portion size is always 'just right ': enough to satisfy one 's appetite without leaving you stuffed. Staff is attentive without being an annoying nuisance. If one is unfamiliar with menu items, wait staff is knowledgeable and helpful in giving adequate description of menu items. Athena is one of the best dining options in the Monroe area.

As an avid food lover and frequent traveler, I stopped by this place a few miles from Interstate 20. Seeking a Mediterranean dish of Gyros and pita bread. I was... read more As an avid food lover and frequent traveler, I stopped by this place a few miles from Interstate 20. Seeking a Mediterranean dish of Gyros and pita bread. I was not disappointed in any aspect of my meal. The salad was tasty with olive oil and a hint of vinegar. Chickpea turned into hummus paired nicely with pita bread and rice. I will definitely recommend and return to Athena!

It really pains me to give them a 2 star. Poor service and food was not worth the time it took to place the order. Everyone loves to be hung up on, but I was de... read more It really pains me to give them a 2 star. Poor service and food was not worth the time it took to place the order. Everyone loves to be hung up on, but I was determined to get my falafel, so I went inside to order. With the drive-through, you call in I guess because their gate intercom doesn't work. The better part of $20 and 1 sandwich thrown away. Sorry for any grammatical or spelling errors but I've put too much effort into this already.

This restaurant is a long time favorite of ours. They have amazing food and even better service. I recommend the sampler. Enjoy! read more This restaurant is a long time favorite of ours. They have amazing food and even better service. I recommend the sampler. Enjoy!