The Pine Bar

We enjoyed the tapas very much. Amazing oysters, creative dishes like spiced watermelon and bacon wrapped dates. I get this shrimp dish with ham, garlic and crusty bread every time I got there. The drink selection is incredible. Cheers!

Great place to eat at in Athens when dropping kids off :-) Great tasted but smaller options (tapas style)

The Pine is a great spot for date night. We made reservations for a Friday night and had a great seat. Our waitress was super sweet and gave some good food and drink recommendations. We tried six of the tapas dishes but our favorites were the focaccia, pimento cheese crostini, and dates. The brick oven in the kitchen have the space a cool vibe.

I loved everything about this place! The food was delicious and affordable, and the cocktail and wine was excellent!! We will be back!

Good restaurant with great service. A couple of vegan options on the menu. Okra, cauliflower, and hummus were all great.

Tapas, wine, cheese, and a nice comfortable feel. There's a nice variety of dishes along with some pretty interesting wines and good cocktails (and mocktails) The dishes are flavorful with deep savory flavors and interesting mixes like bacon-wrapped dates. All in all it is a great place for a date night or a social gathering. It feels like a place to have a good conversation over interesting food and wine. I wouldn't go here to fill up on food, but rather have a great conversation about the food. Might be a good place for you single folks to bond a little! It is not a bargain in terms of quantity of food or prices. But you get excellent service and high quality dishes. We've been here several times and on this last visit We did note a few inconsistencies on the dishes. But nothing to be upset about. Our server, Rachel, was excellent and attentive. It always helps to have a pleasant, cheerful person interacting with you as you select your choices. We like this place so we will be back. But if you're expecting a speedy, inexpensive, plates overflowing with food kind of experience, keep looking. The food and wine is the experience here. A couple of other notes. They have a nice outdoor seating area. We haven't used it. But in July in Athens you can sweat out more water than you can drink... Parking is a challenge. They do have a lot in the back but it is often full and there are several restaurants lined up in this area. The parking lot is a lot like musical chairs in four-wheel drive. I suggest dropping people off and circling the block and parking on one of the side streets. Just don't park on a yellow curb.

The online menu is out of date, the image of menu that is visible is too small to read comfortably, and the last time I dined there the current menu was rather limited. Somewhat expensive for the fare, but excellent service. Primarily a good bar, with appropriate but limited food choices, for college students, not a conventional restaurant.

First and foremost, The Pine decor, ambience, location and food presentation are fantastic but the flavor of most of the food (I ordered) left a lot to be desired. I had the Crab Cakes to start with, and to be honest they were the best thing I had all night! They were HUGE! As in tons of crab meat and were nicely cooked with great flavor and crunch, even as they were incredibly thick. The peanut sauce under it added to the complexity of the flavor profile and concluded what was my favorite dish of the evening. The bartender made me a delicious cocktail next, a mixture of Reposado Tequila, lime juice and soda water - my version of a margarita. She did a fantastic job making it and it tasted as if I'd made it myself. Pimento Cheese Appetizer was next on the agenda, it had great A++++++ Presentation and a decent flavor profile. The sweetness of the balsamic reduction overpowered, what I thought the flavor of the pimento cheese should have taken mainstage, the namesake of the plate. Made for a fantastic picture though!! My final dish of the evening was the Hand Rolled pasta special - Fusilli Pasta with Chicken, Okra and Butternut Squash and a Alfredo sauce to bring it together. While it sounded like it "Bursts with flavor" on the plate description from the waitress, It was very bland IMO. I was a little late getting there and felt like the waitress rushed my dinner due to me being one of the lone patrons in the restaurant. I was probably asked at least 7-8 times was I ready to order and I like to take my time choosing which dish I'll have on the evening. I like to give every restaurant at least two tries because you never know what influenced the outcome of your dinner on any given night and I'll go back for lunch here in the near future to see if it was just me or a off night for the kitchen.......

If the prices were more reasonable, they'd have at least a 4-star review from me... but I was scratching my head at how much I ended up spending here. Service was objectively fine but felt a little superficial... pacing of dishes was also off. Food was good, but again, underwhelming for the price. Parking is impossible in the location. Also... please make sure "Pinot noir" is spelled correctly on your chalk board...

Let me first say this, why hadn't I been to The Pine earlier? This restaurant is soooo good and in a perfect location, Five Points! Pine Bar is a small restaurant that has a variety of wines, mixed drinks and tapas. There are 2 outdoor patios, one covered and one uncovered and in an inside too. They take reservations as well, but we came around 6pm on a Wednesday and they weren't too busy. By 6:30pm, it started to pick up though! We came specifically for the happy hour. Which is 5-7pm and they $15 bottled wines and $1 off raw oysters. We were promptly seated on the patio when we arrived, given water for us and our pup that had joined us. We started off with drinks and a dozen oysters, let me say these oysters were very good and they give you everything you need to eat with them. I wonder if the saltine crackers are homemade! Next we ordered 3 different tapas: the cauliflower, hummus and slider trio. All were super delicious! Overall my experience at The Pine Bar was spectacular and I'm pretty sure I'll be a regular in the future!

Service super slow, focaccia was undercooked and doughy. Second time there and won't be back.

First time going to brunch and really enjoyed the egg scramble. Good service and liked the vibe.

Service was great - our table wasn't ready on time but they were kind enough to give us some doughnuts on the house once we were seated! Ambiance was very casual/chill/relaxed. I got the quiche with a side of pimento grits. The grits were great - warm, the right amount of cheesy. However I would really recommend AGAInst the quiche - it was room temperature, very firm and dry (as opposed to soft, fresh, n eggy), and I had to force myself to finish it because I was hungry. I do think everyone I was with enjoyed whatever they got so I think anything other than the quiche is a safe choice :)

Okay, so 4/5... because my standards are high, but it's a 4/5 for what it's trying to be, which is an upscale tapas experience. Honestly, great. Period. We really enjoyed ourselves, cocktails were lovely. It's a 4/5 for minor things (like minorrrrrr), but reason I wouldn't give a 5/5. Clearing plates, should have been faster and letting our drinks go past the 'last' sip. It wasn't a busy Thursday evening, so I wouldn't want to see the service experience if 'busy'. We are intentional in getting tables before 6 pm or after 8 pm at any places similar to just feel... relaxed and not rushed. No pressure for table turns over. We also like bar seats to just... ya know... have the service whenever you need. Special of shrimp bisque also was like 'blah'. Otherwise, hush puppies, I'm not from the south so like 'Meah', the relief with white bean salad and creole sauce was needed. Fillet tips - lovely! Sliders - a little dry but flavours were nice. Brussels - top notch. Oysters - yesssssss! We did their Xmas oysters from Maine wood fire baked and raw - just awesome! We should have got half a dozen of each! We did the goat cheese and prosciutto and 'Meah' on that just because of the amount vs price. There were lots of things I would have tried on the menu. We have adventurous kids and noted we'd bring them on another night. We'll be back for sure! Please go and see for yourself! Try the oysters

I'm stunned the pine bar doesn't have a higher rating, but if it keeps people away so my wife and I can get reservations easily then I suppose it's okay. The service is always excellent, the cocktails are well mixed, and the food is excellent. The foccacia bread is almost like a desert it's so good. I love the bacon wrapped dates and my wife enjoys the steak tips. We often order the specials which have never disappointed. Pine Bar is in our top 5 places to eat in the Athens Area.

The Pine is a cute place in a quaint college area. I decided to come here passing through Athens and going back home to Beech Island, SC. The Brinch Menu is fabulous from Shrimp & Grits, Chicken & a Biegnet or creative brunch cocktails and mimosas The Pine will take care of your brunch craving.

Our first time here. Food was delish, happy hour $15 bottle of sav blanc delish, server, Holly, was fantastic! Will def be back and bring others. I forget what it's called, but the shrimp with ham and peppers was a standout.

Great service and great food! My husband and I ordered the southern Cobb salad and BLT sandwich. The southern Cobb salad comes with chicken salad, bacon, deviled egg, tomato and blue cheese crumbles! I had it with the pecan vinegarette! OMG...soooo refreshingly delicious! The BLT comes with Fried green tomato, bacon, lettuce, house pickle, pepper jelly mayo(yummy) on a brioche roll! Soooo good! The restaurant was quaint can clean. I will Certainly return9.

All time fav restaurant in athens. I just went to get oysters at another restaurant in athens and felt compelled to come write this review because nothing compares to the pine. The ambiance is amazing, the servers have ALWAYS been so incredibly nice and the oysters are my favorite. On my 21st birthday last year a waitress even stuck a candle in our oysters and it truly made my night. This bar is incredibly welcoming and a perfect in between of causal and dressy. My bf and I have come to eat here before formal events or just in causal clothes and felt like we fit in each time! I absolutely adore the pine & there is not a bad thing on the menu. However you should definitely try some of their cheese boards!! seriously I am yalls biggest fan! :)

Great place for brunch in Athens, friendly staffs and quick services. They have the patio seats outside perfect for sunny days. Parking is limited in the back but you can park at Earth Fare and walk over (5mins). I got the Hot Chicken Biscuit (the hot sauce was separately) and my friend got the New Orleans Style Eggs. The chicken on mine was a bit dry/overcooked but the biscuit was good.

Our favorite restaurant in Athens, by far! Service and food have always been top notch. I love that the owner mingles with the patrons. It is quaint and has a wonderful vibe. We love having a variety of things to try that comes with a tapas menu. The pimento cheese crostini are my favorite, with the okra and sliders a close second - simply delicious. The restaurant has a bar downstairs with a more casual atmosphere. My husband and I would love to eat here more often if parking weren't such a challenge, but that's part of being in such a charming and popular area of town!

The hostesses are insanely disrespectful and unwilling to help here. They seemed as though they would rather have an empty restaurant to do less work. I have been here multiple times as a walk in, but making reservations or walking in at a popular hour leads to the most unwelcoming party ever. Otherwise, this place is great.

Atmosphere is great. The fire oven is awesome. Food is delicious and the staff is very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be going again.

I came here for the third Wednesday wine tasting and was thoroughly impressed! For $15, you get 5 wines tastings plus 3 snacks (although the snacks are small). We ended up ordering a flatbread and pimento cheese as well and it was all amazing. The staff was so friendly and helpful.

Love love love this restaurant! My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday night. We got the cauliflower as an appetizer. It was delicious! Lots of flavor. The hot sauce was a little strange - it was pretty thick, but overall a great dish. We split two entrees. We got the salmon and one of the specials (sea bass). Both pieces of fish were perfectly cooked. The potatoes and vegetables that they came with were tasty! I wasn't a huge fan of the dill cream sauce that came with the sea bass but I easily just ate around it. Overall a great dining experience. We will definitely be back!

Started with the Lavender Gimlet, and stayed for the amazing hand-rolled pasta! Yum! I'll definitely be back!

Hard pass! Was so looking forward to enjoying this restaurant during UGA move in... They were pleasant on the phone re: rezzies but once arrived ... Gaby was a pleasant server , took a bit to arrive to the table , patient as we decided on pre drinks but then about 35 mins til our charcuterie arrives , another 35 mins til our dinners arrived ! Spoke to the manager , he responded " I'm sorry." That's was it !! Then we literally witnessed the hostess smoking (!) IN THE KITCHEN!! Cigarettes , no mask , CMON!! the food was tasty and in the end management comped our food . This was a shame...

This restaurant is a regular for me. Steak tips, cauliflower, gambas are my go-tos. Consistently excellent and fun staff.

So good! get the pimento cheese grtis! went here for brunch after church on Sunday and it was a hit!

Positive points in include the cozy atmosphere, free parking in the back, and friendly staff. My partner's entree of homemade pasta of the day tasted pretty good, though my entree was poorly executed. The fish was plentiful and cooked well, but it was not almond crusted (as described), the other components were half burnt, and it begged for a fresh element. We would consider going back for drinks and trying their flatbread cooked in the wood fire oven instead of entrees.

I've been praying for a solid tapas and wine bar in Athens for years. I've also heard great things about the Pine but never visited until tonight. During COVID they switched up their menu, and they are making my tapas dreams come true. We started with their wood-fired oysters. 10/10. I could've eaten them all night. I'm always on the hunt for good chargrilled or wood-fired oysters and these take the cake for Athens. Bonus...everyday until 7PM they are on happy hour for $1 off. We shared a bottle of wine - also on happy hour. We had a cheese board, gambas al ajillo, grilled steak tips, and the bacon wrapped dates. Any of their cheese or charcuterie come out with an awesome spead of pecans, jam, crostinis, and olives. The gambas al ajillo was delicious and provided an awesome dipping sauce for the bread we had on the table. Bacon wrapped dates. We ordered a second round - enough said. Grilled steak tips...cooked perfectly. So flavorful. We can't wait to get back. Also, Megan our server was greats. We also got to chat with the owner, Scott. He's awesome. Anyone with a passion for bringing great food, wine, and vibes to the Classic City is good in my book. We will definitely be back!!

This place really didn't do it for me. The staff was really nice , the wine was good and the restaurant is cute but the charcuterie is really expensive. It's like $4 for like 6 tiny slices of cheese so to build a whole charcuterie board will add up. If you're looking for an expensive place to celebrate something with friends this could be a good choice but overall it would probably be a better idea to just make your own board at home.

My boyfriend and I stopped at this place for dinner on a Saturday night. We got a table right away which was nice. I ordered the deviled eggs with the quinoa salad, and he got sides; Mac and cheese, Brussels sprouts and potatoes. First off our waitress was amazing! She was attentive, knowledgable, friendly and on task. I would go back just for the service! Our food came and we dug in. The deviled eggs were a great choice. You get three and the favors will change depending on the day you're here. Mine were mostly traditional and extremely tasty. quinoa salad came next, and it was okay. It was lettuce, veggies and quinoa with a pecan dressing. I just found the dressing kind of eh, but that could just be my taste buds. The salad overall didn't excite me and I packed most of it up. My boyfriend loved the Mac and cheese, said it was one of the best he's ever had. We both loved his Brussels sprouts and I feel they were cooked perfectly. We were so so on the potatoes, we were not crazy about the sauce, but again that could just be our tastebuds. I would come back here for sure, but I'd to probably just get drinks and appetizers here instead of dinner. I was more into the sides and snacks. Also, if you go here I hope you get our server! She will make it a great experience for sure.

I was drawn to this restaurant because of it's location and was pleasantly surprised by the result. Although it is a little on the pricey side and it's a small venue, the food was great. My mom ordered the special of the night which was a shrimp pasta with a unique sweet potato sauce. I had a flatbread with pear, arugula, and tomato. My dad had a rainbow trout with peach salsa and grilled okra - which was cooked very nicely - not slimey! Because of the small venue and limited outdoor seating we were positioned close to an A/C vent so I was pretty cold, but service and food were great.

Not bad food, but a) quite overpriced and b) SO LOUD. One of the loudest places I've ever been. There are at least a dozen better and equally nice restaurants in Athens for your money. But if you're 40 and want to get tipsy with your friends, you'll probably see them here. (At least that's the vibe I got). Two things to note: the cow paintings hung throughout the restaurant are adorable, and there's a bar beneath called The Root, which is cool. I haven't been but have heard it's nice.

Love this restaurant - best in Athens. Amazing food and great service

Great food and service! Lunch has some great sandwiches (I'm partial to the pork sliders) and the Transformer salad is always an excellent choice. For dinner, definitely check out the house-made pasta specials and the crispy cauliflower. They also have a wonderful selection of American wines and some tasty specialty cocktails!

We always stay close to Five Points when we visit Athens and we typically have our dog with us. The Pine is good because they have outside seating but the service can sometimes be slow, considering all we are there for is drinks. They have a good local selection of craft beer on draft and in can/bottles and their specialty cocktails are pretty tasty. Never eaten at The Pine before so I can't speak on that but as far as having a place that is close, dog friendly with good drinks and a tv outside The Pine does the trick for us everytime.

Went twice in one day. Delicious food, great atmosphere, decent beer selection. Perfect for a snack and drink with friends.

Great spot. Nice set up with patio out front and appreciate the dog friendly attitude. Loved the Southern Comfort food with a twist. Deviled egg Trio rocks. Great craft cocktails and beer selection.

The Pine is a go-to in Athens, GA! It is located in a wonderful neighborhood that is perfect for when you want to try someplace that is near downtown but unique. It is designed to be a neighborhood spot (everyone will know your name soon enough!) but with a great farm-to-table menu, thoughtful wine selection and great draft list it is definitely a destination point too. During happy hour you can enjoy some great deals and watch a game on the flat screen tv, or take it outside to the patio to watch the world go by. At night, the mood definitely shifts to romantic or maybe you could go for one of their events. Lots of great wine and spirit tastings happen there! This is truly a business run by a very caring and talented group of people who care A LOT about their guests and also their staff, and it shows! Definitely bring a tinder date here. Not that I use tinder.

I'm giving this place 5 stars because it seems that people have been pretty harsh on this place for reasons I didn't see. It should be noted that I travel the south for a living and eat little local restaurants ALL the time. This place had a great atmosphere, huge bar, and cute patio. The staff was extremely friendly and very attentive. The owner approached me on a few occasions to ask if I needed anything and how things were. I had the salmon ($22) which I felt was fairly priced and it was excellent! The entrees on the food menu could offer more selections but the variety was good. Different specials each day as well. Would definitely recommend!

The atmosphere is intimate and cozy. We had 10 people and called ahead, they said they would set aside a table for us, very helpful. The house chips and the crab hush puppies were delicious. Steak bites were decent. The cheese and meat board was slightly disappointing, received a morsel of cheese and 4 small slices of salami. It was a little too overpriced for how small the portion was.

Today I had the daily burger special, and it had caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, and avocado cream. It tasted amazing! I definitely recommend you try the burger specials because there's a new thing everyday. Now, I can't say that everything is perfect there because it was my first time trying. But for a first time, it was a great experience. However, the wait time for the food and even to order was ridiculously long. But it was fine since, if you look inside, there aren't many workers. If you're not in a rush, then definitely try The Pine! They also have a very good variety of wines and alcohols. The workers are very friendly and the atmosphere is very comfortable, homey, and brunch-like. If this sounds like a place you'd like, definitely go for it! The service was genial, and the food was definitely worth the wait!

I wasn't able to sample the food at The Pine, as their kitchen closed at 10 PM on a busy game day Saturday night. In spite of the Yelp listing showing business hours until 10 PM, they were open well past 11 PM for bar service. It was hard to tell if they were actually open or not, or if they were just continuing to serve post-game happy fans after a UGA football win. Nevertheless, the atmosphere seemed inviting and open, and there were ample tables as well as bar stools for patrons.Don't expect downtown/Clayton St.-like shenanigans here, as the Five Points area is decidedly quieter, especially at night. Waffle House has the lion's share of the action. Service was feasible directly at the bar itself, as table service (if it exists) wasn't happening late at night, so we had to approach the bar for menus and drink orders. As with most Athens bars, the drinks themselves are inexpensive, but I would surmise that The Pine attempts to cater to a more "sophisticated" crowd who doesn't mind a $9-$11 glass of local Frogtown Cellars Sangiovese or a $6 pint of Sweetwater IPA served in real glassware by bartenders who have a bit more passion about their craft. I do wish their business hours were more clear, as it seemed as though they weren't enthused about serving customers "late" on a Saturday night. I'm not an expert in food service, but I would assume that keeping the pizza oven running a bit longer and having clearer business hours could make for several more happy, paying customers.

Decent little place. Food was good except they ran out of a dish we had wanted (pasta) which was a little surprising since it wasn't late into the evening yet. Good local beers and pretty extensive wine list. Nice romantic and quaint setting.

My mom and I were visiting Athens to tour UGA. We wanted a nice place to eat out. After searching on yelp, I stumbled across the Pine and decided to give it a try! I'm so glad I found it because it was AMAZING. Definitely one of the best dinners I've had in a while. I ordered the special: pan seared snapper on a coconut risotto with mushrooms, local radish, and cilantro oil. It was absolutely delicious and I ate every last bite. My mom ordered the trout with sweet potatoes and brussels. If I end up attending UGA I will definitely come back!

Unique, vibrant menu with a nice selection of tapas and mains. Try the shrimp and grits fo sho! Upscale decor with a eclectic blend of concrete, wood, and lighting. Always seems to have a crowd but not packed, it is a bit loud but the ambiance, food, drink and Five Points location make it a great stop. We went two weeks in a row and the Trout Special is to-die-for, our server Marvella was super attentive, funny, and made the evening outside on the patio a pleasure.

I never give 5 stars because i think "5 star review" is too common of a phrase. 5 Stars to me should feel like more than 5 stars. It shouldn't be abused. But THIS restaurant is more than worthy of a 5 star review. I got my meal to go and I really am sad that I couldn't tell them in person, instead of phone call as I ate, that the Chicken Tikka Masandwich I ordered was nothing short of jaw dropping. I literally chewed twice and gave my roommate my other half to try. I couldn't just tell her. I didn't bother trying to. She had to experience it. I've lived in Athens for all of my college career, I'm a senior, and this was the best sandwich I've ever had. It's so good id work for them. Why tables aren't packed beats me, but they deserve every kind of press they can get. I'm a true foodie and this place is my new #1 in Athens.

Great service and great food! When you go be sure to try the fall daiquiri. The staff is super friendly and the always cater to my step moms food allergies!

If you even mildy care about getting your food in a timely manner don't bother. We ordered at 6:15 and got our food at 7:15 because "it got sent to someone else." Not worth it.

Great lunch! Friendly staff. Tasty food options. Maybe next time we will try the drinks! Well done!

Came here for lunch on a saturday. They only served the brunch menu until 2pm. Was a little disappointed with the limited menu choices. They offered flat bread (did not look fulfilling), biscuit sandwiches, sandwiches and salads. I chose to try the sausage egg and cheese biscuit. It sufficed but not worth the $7. A bit dry and I feel like I would have been happier getting a biscuit sandwich from chickfila. The service and the atmosphere is on point. I love the wood and decorative wall they have to the left of the restaurant. I just wish they would change their menu. Disappointed.

We never went to aromas so I will not be comparing it to the Pine. We have gone to the biscuit brunch three times....and each time the food, drink and service have been great! We have had the biscuit with homemade sausage and egg....sausage was seasoned well and eggs were cooked perfectly each time! Sausage gravy side was really good, house made jam was a great touch!. Manager quickly checked in each time and service was good and consistent each time. My only complaint...and I am splitting hairs at this point is that I would have preferred a cushion on the chairs, because they are metal.....but this s just a personal issue for me and is not going to be stopping me from retuning....! Looking forward to trying the Pine for dinner.

I was unsure about this place prior to going. We ended up there last night for dinner. Y'all.... it was sooooo good! Unsure of what tapas were, (small plates). The waitress was so patient with us. We ordered meat and cheese. (Delicious) the tapas were good too. I would recommend the bacon wrapped dates. We will be back!

Delicious cauliflower salad. Liked it so much I got one to go. We don't have anything like it in Augusta. Our server was super. Love the place down to the paper straws.

Our go to for date night or a family dinner. Everything you would want in a local restaurant: servers who know your name and well crafted dishes! I have never had a bad meal or service at The Pine.