Posted in Ohio
May 21, 2018
This One Street In Ohio Has Every Type Of Restaurant You Can Imagine
Walkable streets are the best way to take in a town. Wouldn’t you agree? And if the street features a wide variety of restaurants, it makes the experience that much better. (Be sure to check out this list, too.)
The small city of Athens, Ohio isn’t just a quaint college town with a beautiful campus. It’s also hiding some of the most delicious restaurants in the state—all in one place. From massive burritos to scrumptious international cuisine, you’ll have a hard time deciding where to eat lunch here. A stroll down both sides of South Court Street will leave you hungry (and likely a little indecisive). Take a look:
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The following are just a few of the many amazing restaurants you'll encounter in this southeast Ohio town, many of which are on the same street, or just around the corner of South Court Street:
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this beloved Athens eatery features the area's best Mexican cuisine, made with fresh, local ingredients. On the weekends, business really picks up, so expect a wait. If the wait is too long for you, we suggest grabbing a seat on the bodega side. Casa Nueva is located at 6 W State St., Athens, OH 45701.
You'll never eat a bagel the same again after you experience what a bagel can truly be, thanks to this unique deli in Athens, which features several signature bagel sandwiches. Bagel Street Deli is located at 27 S Court St., Athens, OH 45701.
Where the seating is limited and the burritos are more than satisfying, this local favorite is especially popular among Ohio University students. Big Mama's Burritos has two locations in Athens. Pictured is the South Court Street location at 10 S Court St., Athens, OH 45701
Chili, goat cheese, avocado, bacon, coleslaw—anything goes on a hotdog here. O'Betty's Red Hot! is located at 15 W State St., Athens, OH 45701.
For some of the most delicious, authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, visit Restaurant Salaam. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it perfect for a date night. You'll find Restaurant Salaam at 21 W Washington St., Athens, OH 45701.
Where the sides are just as satisfying as the signature rotisserie chicken, OMG! Rotisserie features some of southeast Ohio's best soul food. Pictured is the Quarter Chicken (breast and wing) with macaroni and cheese, slow cooked green beans and a corn bread muffin. You'll find its South Court Street location at 19 South Court St.,
Athens, OH 45701.
If you really want to impress your date, Zoe is another popular date night choice. Featuring upscale American cuisine and seafood, you'll find a wide variety of options here. (Pictured is the Filet Mignon.) Zoe is located at 24 E State St., Athens, OH 45701.
Have you strolled down South Court Street in Athens? If so, what’s your favorite place to eat while you’re here? Let us know!
