Maepole

"Maepole is Georgia's version of those BYO salad and grain bowl chains. But they add topping options like collards, hoppin' john, and mac and cheese to appeal to our Southern tastes. And we thank them for their service—especially since we can get a quick, filling meal that won't slow us down the way fast food usually does. Moving down the assembly line selecting toppings and proteins makes us feel like our childhood school cafeteria got a serious upgrade, and we aren’t complaining. The natural light cascading into the casual dining area is perfect when we need a break from staring at a screen midday, but it’s rare to find many people eating there, so grab-and-go is the move." - juli horsford, demarco williams

"Maepole is the Southern version of those BYO salad and grain bowl chains. But this Summerhill spot adds topping options like collards, hoppin' john, and mac and cheese to appeal to our Georgia taste buds. And we thank them for their service—especially since we can get a quick, filling meal that won't slow us down the way fast food usually does. Moving down the assembly line selecting toppings and protein makes us feel like our childhood school cafeteria got a serious upgrade, and we aren’t complaining. The natural light cascading into the casual dining area is perfect when we need a break from staring at a screen midday, but it’s rare to find many people eating there so grab-and-go is the move." - Juli Horsford

"Athens-based Maepole, a quick-service cross between a Southern meat and three and build-your-own bowl restaurant, is now open on Georgia Avenue in Summerhill. Chef Peter Dale (the National, Condor Chocolates, Seabear Oyster Bar), Michael Clancy, and Nathan Goodman are the team behind this establishment. The menu includes a choice of bases, sides, proteins, and sauces, with fully composed seasonal plates and chocolate bars from Condor also available. Currently open for takeout and outdoor dining with plans to open for indoor dining later in the season." - Beth McKibben

"Athens import Maepole, a 'healthy', quick-serve cross between the Southern meat and three and a build-your-own bowl restaurant, opens in Summerhill later this year." - Eater Staff

my favorite: sweet potato base, double chicken, any veggies, and spicy avocado and honey sriracha sauce 😃