Hilltop Grille - Athens

Went here for a family dinner. It was quite busy so recommend a reservation for a weekend night. We sat in the back area and they had a lovely fire. Started with chicken tenders and fried green tomatoes. They were very tasty and good for sharing. I had the ribeye steak with a baked potato. Well seasoned. Cooked to correct temperature. Good marbling. Baked potato came with sour cream...I would have liked some bacon, cheese and/or chives but it was still good. Finished with the creme brulee and chocolate brownie. Both were good flavor and nice portions.

Our lunch was very good. Our Seger was good too. He was over everything. We usually come here with a big party, but just eating a few was so much nicer. The food tasted better and the atmosphere is airy.

Came in for lunch on a Saturday. It was pretty busy. Sat at the bar. Ordered a New York strip which came with a salad and baked potato. Ordered blue cheese dressing for my salad on the side without me specifically asking it that way. Dressing was watery. Streak cooked correctly. Potato with sour cream fine. Food came fairly quickly with appropriate time for me to eat my salad before the steak arrived. Bartender busy but extremely efficient.

Came in on 02-05-2022 about 1530 hours. The bartender was extremely busy But she was pulling it off. She left at 4 PM and a new bartender took over. Between 4 PM and until Danielle showed up, that that bartender was absolutely useless. We all have off days . I get it, but, Good looks only get you so far. I felt like a afterthought. Then Danielle showed up with her groovy green hair. Danielle walked in and and serviced every customer at the bar that needed it and introduced herself to non familiar faces like myself. Danielle should be wearing a Cape!. If I was still in the restaurant business she would be working for me today. I usually Tip very generously. 30% Between 4 PM and Danielle 's appearance, I was really having my doubts. When I cashed out I made a point to do it with Danielle. I think she was happy. As far as the food; I started out with the crawfish gumbo. EXCELLENT!. 5? Then I had the crab cake appetizer. 3 1/2? Then I had the salmon entree with rice pilaf and green beans. 4? Very well written menu with very nice options. The wine menu was definitely 5 ? As far as the atmosphere, done very well.. Very clean and uncomfortable environment. Definitely look forward to coming back next time I 'm in town. Peace ??

Good food and service. Cloth napkins (woo hoo) and lots of table options. Restaurant is definitely family oriented verses a young hangout. Great selection of seating option from high backed booths to high tops in the bar. Very good staff. Lunches specials were $10-15. My meatloaf and collards was excellent along with my wife?s shrimp wrap and some great fries. Parking could be challenging.