The National

“Superb flavorful food, amazing drinks, and great service.”

L S★★★★★

We had dinner here on the patio with a group of friends. It was a lovely meal. Friendly service. We shared a bunch of tapas and then split a steak. It was so yummy!! And the cocktails were delicious!

Brian Ghannam★★★★★

It was Father/Daughter weekend at UGA and I had to treat my daughter to a nice dinner! The National did just the thing and more! Connor was our server and he did an outstanding job. He was super friendly and gave me good advice about the Athens area. Marnie was one of the bartenders that ran our desserts to us but was confused because we ordered 3 desserts at a 2-top! It was hilarious and she was super sweet. Glad we ordered all three desserts, which included the Citrus Basque Cake, Flourless Chocolate Cake (gluten free) and the Portuguese Custard Tarts. All three were amazing. For apps we ord

Artigliere★★★★

Valentine's Day in Athens. Very good food and great atmosphere. Busy night, and I'd like to be back on a slower evening. Food took a bit longer than expected, especially for a fixed menu, but still good.

TopDawg Junk Removal★★★★★

The National is one of those restaurants that truly elevates the Athens dining scene. The menu is thoughtful and creative, with Mediterranean-inspired flavors that feel both refined and comforting. Every dish we tried was beautifully presented and packed with balanced, well-developed flavors. The atmosphere is stylish without feeling pretentious, making it perfect for a date night or a special dinner with friends. Service was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the meal. The National consistently delivers a top-tier experience and is easily one of the best restaurants in Ath