Trappeze Pub

Excellent food and excellent service. The chicken fingers were some of the best I have had. Crispy fried but juicy chicken. Great flavor with the Carolina sauce. They were so good. The fries were crispy and freshly cut. Lots of garlic and yummy raspberry ketchup. Cold beer. We told our server we had a show to get to and she was excellent. Helped make sure everything came out quickly. She did an awesome job!!

Been going to Trappeze since my freshman year at UGA 15 years ago. It was and still is one of my favorite pubs in the state. Incredible rotating selection of beers and a great bar to sit at as you enjoy them. Bartenders are always knowledgeable and service is top notch. They’ve won awards for their fries and it’s easy to see why. Perfectly crispy but not overdone. Great sauces on the side as well. Also love their boiled peanuts and tenders as apps. Every pub needs good sandwiches and Trappeze certainly has them. Love the Turkey Swiss, Pastrami Reuben, and have had the Double Pig countless times. Most recently tried the Carolina Dip which was incredible. Overall wonderful spot that’s done a nice job of expanding and renovating while retaining the great vibes they’ve had for many years. I hope Trappeze is open and flourishing for years to come.

March Madness and great food! The customer service and staff here is top tier. The food was amazing. I ordered a Mushroom Swiss Burger. I like mine with a little steak sauce, but it honestly didn’t need it. The raspberry ketchup and fries turned a boring side into a great experience. This place is definitely a must when visiting Athens! #atlmediapro Maybank Media 7

Came here as part of a campus visit organized by UGA’s graduate school, and they took us to this pub, citing that it’s a popular hangout place. I can understandably see why. The Vegan Reuben was good, but the fries were killer. The raspberry ketchup was done SO well, too. Would totally recommend going!

Love the food at Trappeze Pub in Athens! The food is absolutely DELICIOUS as well. Brett made great recommendations like the Whiskey Blossom cocktail. They have great selections for our plant based diet and some many other options too. Trappeze is a staple for us when stopping in Athens.

3/29/25. We stopped for dinner before the Rock Lobster game this time. The Seasame Ramen salad was so delicious. Brett our server was so attentive, lwt us know what foods they ran out of and was spot on with his drink Whiskey Blossom and dinner suggestions! It was a Georgia championship game day when we visited here for the first time. The atmosphere is great! The game was over the speakers throughout the entire restaurant. The bean burger was a little too dry for my liking. The fries and boiled peanuts were good. My husband enjoyed his tofu tacos. The hummus didn't have a ton of flavor.

The private room (The Abbey) at Trappeze was awesome for our event. We hosted a reunion of friends from the 70’s and 80’s of around 30 people. To support all of the varying taste and needs relative to food, we requested to just order off the menu. Our planner for the event from Trappeze, Calley, did a wonderful job guiding us through the event planning process. Timothy our server was helpful in ensuring all orders were taken promptly to allow smooth timing for all regarding finishing our reunion luncheon in time for a tour that was planned. The venue and staff created a memorable and enjoyable experience for our group. Thank you!

Trapeze has been one of my favorite spots since moving to Athens. The staff is always incredibly friendly and genuinely enjoyable to chat with, which adds so much to the experience. I keep coming back for the fries. They’re easily some of the best around, and I almost always default to ordering the Reuben. Year after year, it somehow keeps getting better. After realizing I never left a review despite countless great visits, I had to finally share. Tonight, Brett hosted our table and was fantastic, personable, attentive, and clearly someone who enjoys what he does. That kind of energy makes a big difference. I’ve truly lost count of how many times I’ve dined here, but the staff remains top tier every time. Trapeze continues to be a go-to for great food and even better people.

Let's start with the service at the bar - phenomenal! I'll likely massacre the spellings here, but Nico and Izland were amazing! Nico was fairly new, but had a great spin on cocktails and humored me taking a gin & jam drink and sub bourbon since I don't like gin, and it was fantastic to the point I was disappointed I didn't make it back over the weekend for another. We had a burger and some bar food, which is pretty much our jam. The blue cheese fries left a tad to be desired as I am accustomed to more cheese and likely a sauce, but the fries themselves were tasty and it came with a choice of dipping sauce, so no trauma. The jam with the pimento cheese was the star of the show (hence the drink order). Now the true test to a restaurant is how they handle it when something goes wrong, and someone got distracted and the lamb burger was nearly a hockey puck when it came out. Nico was on it, took it back to the kitchen with all the apologies and we were presented with a replacement that was perfectly cooked. It was super tasty with the onions and toppings to the point that we didn't even care there was not a gluten free option. Bathrooms were immaculate, as was everything, and the bar area very inviting. It's one of those menus where anyone can find something and will absolutely be a go to upon our next return. Thanks guys!!

One of our favorite spots in downtown. Lots of seating, great service, and several unique and delicious dishes. To start, you have to try the Cheerwine Wings. They are one of the best and most unique things I've had in Athens to-date. Perfect flavoring. A bit pricy, so that's the only downside as I could probably eat an almost endless amount based on the flavor. Otherwise we've had the fish, chicken sandwich and several other dishes--all of which have been very flavorful and cooked perfectly. This is a great lowkey spot to enjoy a casual dinner in downtown.

Dined on a Friday evening at approximately 5pm. They got real busy right after our arrival. We had boiled peanuts, tomato soup, burgers, wine, and mixed drinks. The service was excellent and all of the food and drinks were outstanding. We will definitely return when we are back in the area.

This place was absolutely incredible!! We had a few choices but this spot just sounded delicious. We definitely picked right! They have an incredible veggie burger that was absolute perfection!! The garlic fries hit the damn spot & the cocktails were refreshing as well. Our server wasn't terrible but she definitely didn't seem happy or have a personality. Everyone can have bad days though. Either way, check this spot out!

A friend and I were in Athens for a concert recently and we stopped by Trappeze to eat dinner beforehand. I had the pub burger and my friend had a burger as well but with no bun (since she's allergic to gluten.) I loved the burger but it was pretty messy though. It was definitely falling apart by the time I was finishing it. I think it tasted great but I just kinda wish the greens on the burger weren't all over the place and that it was easier to eat lol. I was a fan of the fries. Our server took some time bringing back our receipts when we were waiting to leave, but I still think the service was pretty good overall. The inside area of the restaurant had a pretty cool vibe. My friend and I were happy with our visit and I'm sure I'll be back at some point

We found this lunch spot on our walk through downtown Athens and boy were we thrilled to find it! The style and furnishings drew us in and the menu made is get a table. We arrived mid afternoon so we were the only ones in the dining room but by the time we left the place was filling up. We ordered a turkey & swiss on sourdough, a chicken bacon ranch on focaccia and a grilled cheese BLT on sourdough. We all enjoyed the vibe inside and wished we had the place back home. The flavors were magnificent, the freshness of the food was noticeable and the combination of ingredients was on trend for today's standard. Despite being full, we were tempted by the chalkboard list of freshly added pies. We figured we are on vacation and should enjoy every moment of Athens. So we ordered a Key Lime Pie slice and a Chocolate Peanut Butter pie slice. Both were so creamy and rich it was absolutely Devine! We cannot wait to go back and try more delights from their menu! This place was fantastic!

Great service. Reminded me of home goods that my mother makes. Is an amazing expertise

This says something about our predictability: our order was identical to what we ate ten years ago! Down to the beer! And our opinions haven't changed! Had I remembered to read my prior review I a) probably would have suggested lunch elsewhere or b) would have tried something else on the menu. T got a hamburger. It was okay, a bit more well done than requested. And I had a chicken sandwich with bacon and melted cheese. Again, okay. What's better than 'okay' are their fries, which accompany each dish. Trappeze has outdoor seating, which is what attracted us in the first place. Prices are low enough to appeal to students and the menu broad enough to appeal to the masses.

We always enjoy coming here. Great beer and drink selection, unique appetizers like boiled peanuts and belgian fries, and awesome atmosphere. They have high quality farm to table meats and delicious entrees. the service is always fast and friendly.

I have eaten most of the menu and I have had only one dish that wasn't the best. The trout is bland so I say don't order that unless you want something very very mild. The lamb burger is phenomenal and so are the fish and chips. Get the garlic aioli with the fries it is awesome. The service is great with really great drinks. You can bring the family or just a good date night.

In Athens to see the Georgia, Mizzou game. Stopped here for lunch. We chose this place due to the variety on the menu. I require vegetarian options my boyfriend and his family do not. The service was great, food came quick and hot. My soup with delicious. The tofu on the taco was cooked perfectly and the Buffalo sauce had some good heat. My boyfriend loved his Turkey and Swiss sandwich. The fries are rated some of the best in Athens and they were good. Taste like they are fried in peanut oil. You can get some different dipping sauces like raspberry ketchup but regular ketchup and malt vinegar was perfect. My boyfriends mom got the French Onion Soup and said it was tasty. His step dad also got the Turkey and Swiss. Everyone was pleased with the food. It was Game Day so the atmosphere was very lively but not too loud or crowded. If I return to Athens, I will Trappeze again!

Turkey Swiss was amazing, best sandwich I could ever have, waiters are nice, atmosphere is 10/10, best restaurant I have been too in Georgia, insane!!

Their beer selection is quite nice and I'm positive everyone in your party will find something they like. My colleague and I both got chicken sandwiches and they were just what we were expecting. Sitting at the bar allowed us to chat with the bartenders and receive excellent service. Being a slow Monday night made watching the football game a relaxing endeavor. Will be keeping this place on the short list.

They are never open. We call for lunch pickup and they are never there. Very sad. Also stinks it costs $20 for a chicken Caesar salad.

Went there for lunch. Lazy service and servers, the exception is the bartender. That man was working his tail off taking care of an almost full bar and the tables in the bar. The food - just okay. Nothing special. The grilled cheese BLT looks good on paper but was flavorless in reality. They also have a couple of magazine covers as you enter that say how incredible their French fries are. Not the fries we were served. Just standard, I would even say sub standard. Nothing about this place would want me to come back. There are other options in Athens, swing right past the Trappeze.

Unusual experience at Trappeze Pub yesterday. Started off with lunch with friends and I had the chicken dip sandwich, which had the best sweet/spicy sauce on it that I've ever had. Fries were great too as well as the raspberry ketchup (yep!). Beer was great, service was just awesome with the best waitress in a long time. Great attitude! Sweet and courteous. A 5-star experience for sure. Then, after a day of touring Athens, we end up back there, late, for a quick snack/drink to wrap up the day. Completely indifferent staff/waitress, food was OK but overcooked my burger. Fries were good. Just weird how a place can change in a few hours. Different shift management? Different cooks in the kitchen? 3-star at best. I'll avg the day to be fair. We'll go back, for sure, but I'll target the lunch crew....for sure.

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We ate here the day before the UGA vs UAB game. This is a family friendly environment and the service was nice and friendly. We started with the boiled peanuts - they were yummy! We all enjoyed the fries and the raspberry ketchup was a pleasant surprise. I had the Carolina dip chicken sandwich- it was not my thing, very sweet and I also did not care for the slaw that was on it. One of my sons had the lamb burger and he said it was tender and cooked well. Youngest had the pub burger and other than being a little under cooked he said it was good. Hubby had the jalapeño burger and had no complaints. Drinks: Peach Bum Sangria - it was good, but too much fruit and very little drink for $13.00. Woodchuck Blueberry and Stillwater dry were good, but again pricey.

We came to Trappeze Pub for a late dinner on our way into Athens. We parked in one of the decks downtown and walked about 5 minutes to the restaurant. We came in around 9:30 and we were seated immediately for our table of 4. To start off, we got the mai tais and they were incredible! For the main, I got the chicken sandwich with the fries. The chicken sandwich was fine nothing absolutely amazing. But the fries.. the fries CARRIED. THESE are award winning French fries. They were amazing and the aioli they came with made the day. I would say a basket of these things for days. 10/10 for service and food just wish the sandwich was better! Other than that I would totally come here again when I am in Athens again.

You can trust Trappeze Pub to deliver with superb food and service. I would recommend to anyone looking for great eats and a cozy, relaxing spot to chill with friends.

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I had the most delicious lunch yesterday. I had the sesame crunch salad with tofu with a side of sweet potato fries and aïoli sauce. I can't wait to go back. The service was fantastic. Kate was a doll and so sweet and friendly. Quick service and the best food ever. I highly recommend.

Lamb burger was mediocre at best fries were crumbs on both orders. Various people bringing drinks kept sitting them in the middle of our menus while we were reading them! Spilling water as well. Salad brought out with no silverware, couldn't get anybody's attention to get silverware. Very loud place. Not a place worth circling back.

This place is pretty good. It's not go out of your way to get here. But it overall has everything you want in a decent bar with decent food. First time there I had the Pimento Cheese appetizer which is the first time I've ever eaten Pimento Cheese. And I gotta be honest I just don't see what y'all like this stuff so much for! It feels like it needs to be baked or served hot and melty. It doesn't float my boat though. I also had the ahi street tacos which were really good. The service lagged a little per usual down here in the south. What I mean is that I've been in the south for 17 years and it's finally ceased to amaze me when the server lets you sit for 10 minutes without as much as an acknowledgment. I've worked in a few different restaurants and pubs. And the one thing they pounded home was timing. 3 minute greet time. 7 minute drink time. Apps next. Dinner order and check drinks. And keeping an eye without hovering so that you can respond when there is a need or an issue. I've had too many experiences down here that made me feel like I was an inconvenience. Fortunately that wasn't the case here. But there is definitely room for improvement especially in timing. All in all the place itself is pretty hip and well designed with lots of ambiance and things to catch your eye. The door that you walk in the through is a cool looking way oversized refurbished factory door that makes you feel like this is the place to be. Nice details in the furnishings and floors as well as the artwork. I would be happy to give four stars with improved consistent service.

I stopped in for dinner on a Monday night. It was packed, but the hostess was able to seat me at a decent enough two top. I wasn't very hungry, so I ordered a bowl of the tomato bisque with a side of fries. The tomato bisque was good, but I didn't care for the fries. Bad night? In any event, I've had much better fries elsewhere in downtown Athens. After I was informed my first two beer choices were out, I settled on a German Pilsner that was just OK. My server , Layne, did a great job though. Would I return? The Magic 8 Ball says Hazy. Cheers!

Great place in downtown Athens for a burger and fries. Lamb burger was excellent, with a side of fries with their signature raspberry ketchup. Beer choices aplenty. Only thing I've had lackluster are the wings, which need to be crispier and more flavorful.

Why advertise to come to your restaurant to watch the Georgia game when one of your bartenders so rudely turns off the tv literally minutes before it is over and then she has the audacity to say nonchalantly we're closed. Not once the whole time we were there did anyone inform us that they would be turning off the game at 11:00 pm. Very unprofessional and rude.

Excellent food, drinks and service! Blue cheese plate was excellent and smooth as silk. Kenzie, our Waitress. was excellent . Fulfilled some somewhat difficult menu requests with ease. She was always pleasant and resourceful. Hooray for the Trapeze!

Great first time experience at Trappeze Pub. We were walk up diners and they were able to accommodate us once all parties arrived. This gave us a chance to have a round of drinks at the bar. The bar service was speedy and friendly. The beer selection is a nice combo of craft beers and pin standards. I liked that there were no mass produced beers, forcing folks to branch out to actually good tasting craft beers and ciders. My favorites were the Founders Breakfast Stout and the Treehorn Dry Cider. We were seated in a booth in the back. The seats were wood benches, but we had ample space for our party of five. Our server/food guide was Kenzie who made the experience amazing. She was friendly, lots of fun, and an outstanding menu guide for foodies. Favorites we had included the pimento cheese appetizer (amazing), the blue cheese plate, the tomato bisque, the steak frites, the fries (and all three sauces), and burger, and the key lime pie. All were outstanding! We have a new Athens favorite. We will be back and will ask for Kenzie every time!

My son and I came in here based on recommendations. French fries. We had heard they were great here. But oh my goodness. They were amazing. We ordered some as a starter with blue cheese on it and the blue cheese dipping sauce. I could have just eaten these and been a totally happy camper. They were hot and full of flavor and the dipping sauce that came with them was incredible. There were also a few other dipping sauces that you could have chosen but we were so glad we went with the blue cheese sauce. I ordered the Springer chicken breast that had ham and cheese in it and came with green beans and potatoes. Very very tasty. My son ordered a chicken sandwich that came with more fries. He also thoroughly enjoyed his meal. The portion sizes were generous and after having the french fries as a starter we both took half of our meal home with us. Our server was very attentive and made sure that we had everything that we needed. We had a delightful time here and I look forward to coming back soon. And I am sure I will be dreaming about those Belgian fries until I return.

We were a party of 8 and 5 of those were my family. We were seated really quickly which was great. The service was slow but tolerable. We ordered pimento cheese and nachos as the appetizers. Both were good but the nachos are odd. They come with shredded carrot (strange) and more chopped vegetable toppings than cheese and meat combined. They were good but odd and not amazing. I ordered the pork belly tacos and they had very little filling. The pork belly was neither tasty or good really. It was kind of chewy. The fries were incredible though. We also had the pimento burger which was good not great according to one of my daughters. My other daughter ordered the Turkey and Swiss and said it was huge and good. Again not great and a little dry. My youngest ordered Buffalo wings and fries and felt she ordered the best item. My husband ordered the chicken bacon ranch sandwich. It was small and definitely had more bread than chicken. All five of us agree the fries saved the meal. Here is the most perplexing thing that happened. My youngest ordered a Shirley Temple. Instead of the red/pink color it was blackberry colored. She tried it and it was sour not sweet. Not carbonated either. We clarified that it was a Shirley Temple and they brought another and this was one was even worse and extremely bitter. If they couldn't make one, that's one thing but at least say so. I'm not sure what they were making but it definitely wasn't a Shirley Temple. I'd eat there again if someone really wanted to but for the price, I'd rather go somewhere else and get better food.

Boiled peanuts are mid, no seasoning Service is average, waitresses have very showy outfits Very crowded

The Food is so good. Service and atmosphere are great too. I was so happy to find vegan options on the menu. The vegan reuben was so amazing and the sweet potato fries are a must, but the real star of the show is the raspberry ketchup!! Definitely one of new favs in Athens!

One of my Athens favorites! Their fries are a must, especially with the raspberry ketchup. Loaded Mac and cheese was rich but good. The staff is always very friendly as well.

location is great in the center of Athens and ambience pair with the food. Service is good even than place is big they were pretty quick taking the order and bringing the food

We had a late lunch prior to watching UGA take on the IA Hawkeyes for baseball. It was close to campus and parking was easy. We were seated in the bar and found those tables to be uncomfortable. My son is 6'5" and the table was pretty much in his lap. Would have preferred to have been seated in main dining room, but didn't change our rating. My son and I each had pub burgers and my husband the grilled chicken bacon ranch. I tried the raspberry ketchup and the others the garlic aioli. The raspberry ketchup with those hand cut fries was amazing!! Offered me my soda to go which I highly appreciate! Overall an awesome experience!

I came to Trappeze with friends for a quick late dinner in Athens. There's always parking in Athens in one of the decks and we just walked over. The menu is mostly typical bar food but it's prepared super well. I had buffalo tofu and asian pork tacos with the garlic aioli since they were out of raspberry ketchup. The tacos were cooked super well (the buffalo taco was probably my favorite!). The fries were DELICIOUS!! They have printed everywhere that the fries are award-winning and they really do live up to the hype! Our drinks were also really solid. Our table had the Trappeze Mai Tai and the Garden Party. Both were so yummy and were mixed perfectly. Overall, Athens has a lot of great food spots and Trappeze is definitely one of them!

A good bar with a eclectic vibe. The food in this place is like an upscale bar bites... from good salads, very well portioned sandwiches and amazing fries; I would say that I've ordered fries many times only to eat them with the very tasty sauces :) A good place to come with friends and have a good time, the service is very attentive and fast. Their menu of beers and wines is really good... you can even ask for a beer taster. My suggestion... try the Fried Chicken sandwich... it is so greasy, moist and juicy... you will love it.

First time trying. We went around 3:30 and sat in the bar area. The bartender, Matt, was alone and overwhelmed with the number of customers he had, but was so thoughtful and friendly. The food was great. The Carolina Dip was tasty with the fries and garlic aioli. I will be back!

Great find, and a definite must visit when in Athens. I was struggling with my choice l, but I asked the waiter what his opinion was. I was in between the Chicken Bacon Ranch, the Pub burger and the lamb Jam. He guided me towards the lamb jam. It was phenomenal. Cooked perfectly, could've been seasoned a bit more. The bread was great and it was accompanied by arugula, garlic aoili, and bacon. They also had hand cut string fries, which were amazing. They let you choose two of their special sauces and I chose raspberry ketchup snd garlic aoili. The aoili really just tasted like Mayo, but the Rasberry Ketchup was fire. It had a little spice which I didn't expect, but it was fire. Definitely will be back, interesting menu, a lot looks good, and they have rotating deserts and other seasonal items. 5/5

Always a great choice in Athens! It is super easy to get a reservation online if you think you're gonna be going at a super busy time. The food is phenomenal and you almost have to get french fries with your meal here. I personally love the Chicken Bacon Ranch and garlic aioli with my fries. The service is mediocre but it not bad by any means. You can make a meal here very casual or a bigger deal - whichever you prefer. Always a great choice!

This was a 10 out of 10 in every respect! Kenzie, our wait person was so welcoming and upbeat. The quality of the food is excellent and we also had great cocktails. You can not go wrong with this pub. Outstanding vibe too.

This place is great and right in the heart of downtown Athens. Nice place to take our college daughters when visiting. The hamburger was cooked really well and will cook based on temperature you like. The fries are awesome and come with all the burgers and sandwiches. Fresh cut potatoes and fried really well. We got ours with rosemary and the garlic aioli. My wife had a so I chicken sandwich. It was enough to share and was juicy, which is hard with chicken breast. My daughter had the grilled cheese which was far from your at home grilled cheese. The cheese, buttery toast and bacon made it great and very rich. Also large portion. The burger we got had pimento cheese, the burger was great but they put a lot of pimento cheese that was over the top for me, so I simply scraped some off. It's a very popular place, and you need to get your name on the list. Definitely recommend.

This place used to be amazing. Now it's the most overpriced most mediocre food in downtown Athens. Really a shame. Tread lightly.

We recently hosted a rehearsal dinner for 60 guests and it was wonderful! A great private space with the downtown Athens vibe. Awesome food and service. Our guests had such a good time. Staff was professional and very helpful with our audio and video needs so that our party went off without a hitch! The event planner confirmed every detail in advance. A great experience with the planning and a great party that night!

Great food, great service and a great pub vibe. We try to establish here everytime we visit Athens

It was... ok. Soggy fries with barely cooked garlic and whole rosemary leaves. French onion soup with a slice of greasy food service cheese on the top. The beer was certainly good, but not better than it would be anywhere else in town. The waitress was nice, and the instant checkout is certainly convenient. But at $77 for apps and beer for two, I wouldn't come back. It's a shame, because the food at Trappeze used to be genuinely good (pre-pandemic). Maybe they are having staffing problems and things will improve? Here's hoping!

Average on everything. Large so easy to get in to but for a good dining experience I'd pass. Drinks are ok

I will be back to Trappeze Pub! It was my first time visiting Athens, and so the pressure was high to pick the right place, and Im glad I picked trappeze. The food was great across the board, you won't be dissapointed by the boiled peanuts or fries (award winning!). Service was alright, nothing extraordinary but the food spoke for itself. Ambiance was also alright - we were seated in a small booth that was closed off extensively and felt a bit cage-y, but I didn't mind that either when the food was that good. You'll love this place if you come here!