McKenzie & Alex
McKenzie & Alex
Welcome to Athens!
We are so excited to welcome you all to our favorite city. Athens is where we met, went to college, and fell in love. See below for a couple of our favorite restaurants and things to do!
Cali N Tito's
Our favorite Cuban restaurant! Try the Sandwich Cubano, Quesadillas, and Papas Fritas.
Marti's at Midday
The cutest lunch spot for a chicken salad sandwich on the patio.
Condor Chocolates Five Points
Explore Five Points and try some gelato or a milkshake, then head next door to Avid Bookshop.
Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
A go-to hangout spot downtown for a beer, Alex's favorite is Tropicalia!
Independent Baking Co
Alex and McKenzie's favorite Athens bakery. Get there early to try a Morning Bun and walk around Five Points.
Bear Hollow Zoo
A free outdoor zoo when the weather is nice!
Chuck's Fish Athens
The Cottle family favorite for sushi and seafood in Athens.
Ideal Bagel Co
Grab a bagel sandwich to go and head to North Campus for a picnic or take a walk down Milledge.
Seabear Oyster Bar
A Lessley family favorite, thank goodness we were recently introduced to the Scallop Fried Rice.
Georgia Theatre
Head to the rooftop for a drink and great view of Athens!
Trappeze Pub
An Athens staple for a burger, and don't miss the garlic aioli.
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
If you have time, take a walk around the Botanical Gardens!
Mama's Boy Restaurant
Our favorite brunch spot! McKenzie's favorite is the Fried Chicken Biscuit.
Cafe Racer
Perfect for grabbing donuts and a biscuit sandwich in the drive thru on your way out of town!