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Classic American diner serving the Athens, GA, community breakfast all day and award-winning comfort food for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

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+1 706-708-9243

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Christina Barnette

Managing Partner

Metro Diner Athens, GA

Breakfast All Day, Lunch To Go & Dinner Favorites

Welcome to Metro Diner, your go-to destination for a delightful meal in Athens, Georgia! Our diner blends a warm, inviting atmosphere with exceptional service and comfort food that will leave you wanting more.  Whether you’re craving hearty meatloaf for dinner, a stack of fluffy pancakes for breakfast, or a classic burger for lunch, know that you will be able to order anything, any time of day at Metro Diner Athens!

Located on Atlanta Highway, between Epps Bridge Parkway and the Athens Perimeter, Metro Diner Athens is situated in front of the Target shopping Center. Minutes from University of Georgia, Georgia Square Mall, and Bear Hollow Zoo, it’s the perfect place to grab a bite to eat after a day of shopping, on your way to the Zoo with the kiddos, or before heading to beautiful downtown to a Bulldog game at Sanford Stadium.

It’s not only our big, bold comfort food that’ll bring you to Metro Diner here in the Classic City, it’s also the warm welcome you’ll receive. Join us and discover why we are the preferred choice for both locals and visitors, and explore the culinary offerings that make our diner truly special. For the best food Athens, GA has to offer, visit us today! We look forward to becoming part of your community and serving you our award-winning diner classics soon.

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Food in Athens GA

The place to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner in The Classic City

Known for being a vibrant college town filled with charming architecture and a rich music scene, Athens, Georgia, has so much to discover! From picturesque historic neighborhoods to picnic-perfect green spaces, and family-friendly event venues… there’s plenty to do in The Classic City:

  • State Botanical Garden
  • Georgia Museum of Art
  • Georgia Theatre
  • 40 Watt Club
  • Sandy Creek Park

Metro Diner’s new location in Athens GA is the perfect place to eat before or after your adventure in this beautiful city!

Breakfast All Day & Brunch Near You

Metro Diner offers a cozy setting where friends and families can gather to enjoy our famous comfort dishes, breakfast all day, and weekend brunch offerings! For breakfast (or breakfast for dinner!), indulge in our decadent Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, swirled with cinnamon and sugar, topped with cream cheese icing, candied pecans, and cinnamon butter, or try our savory Meat Lover’s Omelet – loaded with bacon, sausage, ham and cheddar cheese.

For brunch go-ers, we recommend the Fried Chicken & Waffle, Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, or Steak & Scramble Bowl – rich in texture and sweet-meets-savory flavors. Speaking of sweet and savory, don’t forget to add a classic mimosa or Bloody Mary to your brunch order!

Whether you’re starting your day with the fam or enjoying brunch with friends, we’re open daily with breakfast options sure to satisfy your cravings and keep you coming back for more.

 

Diner Menu with something for everyone

Join us for a comfort food lunch or dinner in Athens GA

At Metro Diner Athens, we offer our own take on classic diner fare and comfort food favorites, ensuring a unique dining experience that captures the heart of our community. One menu standout is our Fried Chicken, featuring a perfectly crispy exterior and juicy meat. Guests enjoy our fried chicken on an eggs benedict, as a sandwich, on a salad, or as a dinner time platter! You can even get our fried chicken portioned to feed the whole family!  This dish has quickly become a local favorite, drawing in regulars and newcomers who crave Southern comfort food in Athens, GA.

Other popular lunch and dinner menu options include our Fish & Chips (at a special price every Friday!), Classic Burger, Iron City Meatloaf (made famous on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives) and Chicken Pot Pie.

We regularly feature seasonal offerings and limited-time promotions to keep our menu fresh and exciting. From pumpkin spice pancakes in the fall to juicy summertime burgers, there’s always something new to try at Metro Diner Athens. Check our website or visit us in person to discover the latest delicious additions to our menu, designed to delight your taste buds and satisfy your cravings. You want what you want and we’re here for it.

Chicken and Waffle syrup dip
TLDR; If you are looking for the best food in Athens, GA, look no further than Metro Diner.

About Metro Diner

Serving the Best Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Dinner since 1992

Officially opened in 1992, our original Metro Diner location in Jacksonville, Florida, quickly became the go-to local restaurant for comforting classics and reimagined favorites.

Today, Metro Diner has over 60 locations in 12 states and has earned a number of awards for our mouthwatering, home-style comfort food cooking including: Best Breakfast, Best Diner and Best Burger.