A popular Georgia city to visit or pass through while traveling, Augusta, Georgia is home to an excellent selection of places to dine. You will find many of your big-name favorites, along with some home town spots that are too good to pass up. Even if you call Augusta home, you may have been missing out on some of these yummy places.

Boll Weevil – With an authentic country atmosphere, you are sure to feel right at home at this Augusta eatery. The menu consists primarily of delicious light fare, like soups, salads, and sandwiches. During lunch hours, people line up and wait to enjoy favorites like shrimp and grits and decadent desserts. Find this little treasure adjacent to the river.

Whiskey Bar Kitchen – If you enjoy comfort food and/or whiskey, the Whiskey Bar Kitchen is your spot. The menu is short and sweet, offering a variety of familiar American and Japanese comfort food. Enjoy a fresh Tokyo bowl with chicken over a bed of steamed rice, or grab a burger topped with everything but the kitchen sink. The appropriately named restaurant has a superb selection of whiskey from the 7 whiskey regions of the world.

Bee’s Knees – Tapas style dining has been gaining popularity all over the country, and Augusta is right on trend with Bee’s Knees. Open daily for dinner, you can find an array of healthy, fresh options that you can feel good about. There are also modern twists on traditional favorites – the smoked gouda nachos are sure to delight.