Best Restaurants for Lunch in Athens, Texas

Guest praise · Athens, Texas

Explore best restaurants for lunch in Athens, Texas, with the meal between a busy morning and the rest of the day in mind. Before visiting, decide how much time you want at the table before choosing between a quick meeting and a longer lunch. For more ideas, compare Best for Business Dining in Athens or broaden the search through Best Lunch in Texas.

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16.7
#1

Athens Texas

Smoky B Barbecue

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Illustrative image: Intimate chef counter at a fine dining restaurant
74.0
#2

Athens Texas

Twisted Root Burger Co.

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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
75.8
#3

Athens Texas

McAlister's Deli

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Best Lunch · Athens, Texas

Top 3 · Best Lunch in Athens, Texas

Illustrative image: Exquisitely plated tasting menu course
#1

Smoky B Barbecue

Athens, Texas

16.7
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Illustrative image: Intimate chef counter at a fine dining restaurant
#2

Twisted Root Burger Co.

Athens, Texas

74.0
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

McAlister's Deli

Athens, Texas

75.8
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Illustrative image: Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood
#4

Cherry Laurel Bakery, Cafe & Catering

Athens, Texas

64.7
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#5

Los Arquitos Cocina Mexicana

Athens, Texas

58.9
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Illustrative image: Refined sushi or chef counter interior
#6

Schlotzsky's Deli

Athens, Texas

66.2
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#7

Whataburger

Athens, Texas

65.4
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#8

Shenanigans Deli

Athens, Texas

57.0
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Illustrative image: Moody restaurant interior with polished service
#9

Taco Bell

Athens, Texas

65.6
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#10

Taco Casa

Athens, Texas

68.5
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#11

Danny's Smokehouse Bar-B-Q

Athens, Texas

64.8
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#12

Firehouse Subs East Tyler Street Athens

Athens, Texas

66.3
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#13

Burger King

Athens, Texas

59.8
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#14

Asian Garden

Athens, Texas

63.1
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#15

Roma Italian Restaurant

Athens, Texas

70.6
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#16

Sonic Drive-In

Athens, Texas

74.5
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#17

McDonald's

Athens, Texas

58.7
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#18

El San Luis Bar & Grill

Athens, Texas

69.2
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#19

Cotton Patch Cafe

Athens, Texas

78.9
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#20

Hunan Buffet

Athens, Texas

61.1
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#21

Slice Pizza Co.

Athens, Texas

11.3
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#22

Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant

Athens, Texas

70.6
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#23

Tacosperez

Athens, Texas

60.3
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#24

Athens Boathouse Bar and Grill

Athens, Texas

76.4
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#25

Athens Soup Kitchen

Athens, Texas

51.9
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