2 Athens Restaurants Named to Georgia's '100 Plates' List

ATHENS, GA -- When you think about Athens, especially on the regional scene, red and black comes to mind, as in Georgia football. But that may change after two local eateries got some much-deserved state recognition.

Georgia Tourism's 100 Plates Locals Love list placed Athens eateries Home Made and The National in its Historic Homeland category, an odd to good food down right.

The 100 Plates list gives visitors to Georgia a hand in choosing restaurants that represent the area's culture and locally sourced foods. One makes the list unique is that rather than judging entire eateries, the list provides specific dishes that are unparalleled.

Home Made, located at 1072 Baxter Street, makes some standout New Orleans Hot Chicken. "It's everything I love about wings (minus the bones) plus beignets!" reviewer Alex V said.

At The National, the Boquerones is a winner. "This is a classic Spanish tapa done right here in Athens, Georgia. It rules and pairs perfectly with a glass of rosé," Erin W commented. The eatery is located at 232 W Hancock Avenue.

• Check out the 2017 list here.

The culinary guide also a buffet of other services to foodies, such as exclusive recipes, popular food festivals and more.
“Culinary experiences continue to be one of the top drivers of visitor interest when planning a vacation,” said Kevin Langston of the Georgia Department of Economic Development. “Georgia offers visitors unique food and beverage experiences in every corner of the state, and the Georgia Eats guide makes it easy for visitors and locals to discover the many flavors of Georgia.”

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