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The National

Mediterranean Restaurant and New American Restaurant$$$$

Athens

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The National

8.8^/10

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"The "power lunch" is great!"(3 Tips)
"Nice atmosphere, great service HUGE wine list."(3 Tips)
"Try the signature cocktails, especially the National Tonic."(2 Tips)
"The ham and cheese sandwich was amazing and the banana cake was too."(3 Tips)

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Ashley MichelleMarch 26, 2013
Yum! I had the chicken it was mouth watering and juicy. My friend had a steak so tender you could cut it with a butter knife! Nice atmosphere, great service HUGE wine list.
Briana WuagneuxSeptember 25, 2012
Great atmosphere and prices for a nice lunch. The Power Lunch dish is amazing, and the kitchen is more than willing to work with customers that have special dietary needs!
Demi FoldsNovember 13, 2012
Get the chicken salad or the ham and cheese. Both are equally delicious and have yummy unique sauces on both! Oh and the fries are good too!
Anne PeckOctober 26, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The food is a bit more casual here than at the Five & Ten, but the service is still perfect. The vegetarian plate is always superb, but so are the meats and fishes.
AJCAugust 1, 2014
Calling the concept tapas isn’t lip service to a trend; most of the dishes here are true Spanish tapas -- plates of just a few bites, no more, referred to as “snackies” on a short, well-planned menu. Read more
Roger SchonfeldMay 1, 2013
Great bar selection, including semi rare bourbons and Irish whiskeys, extensive wine and beer options.
Andy ClarkeMarch 3, 2014
Had the best meal of our US trip this time. The ham and cheese sandwich was amazing and the banana cake was too.
J FMay 18, 2010
Been here 25+ times
The veggie plate is amazing, and they're happy to make it vegan for you. Best place in Athens for a nice dinner, and don't forget Cine' next door for a great movie. Read more
Sharen McArthurSeptember 20, 2013
the vegetarian plate always has the most unique blend of delicious flavors
Dave MacJune 23, 2016
The Cuban was great!
savoryexposure.comApril 18, 2012
The wine list isn't the usual yada yada - ask the bartender for their suggestions on current offerings
Nelson Wells at Team ClermontJanuary 31, 2010
Favorites at The National:1. The hanger steak2. A glass of the Tempranillo3. the hummus4. the soup de jour5. the tres leches - melt in your mouth cake Read more
FoodieVilleAugust 19, 2011
Chef Peter Dale makes everything from scratch and strives to get local, fresh ingredients. Check out his blog. Read more
Todd GiddensOctober 26, 2013
When the world ends, I'm coming here and ordering all you can eat crab soup
Gina YuJuly 22, 2012
Get the Spanish pizzette! Awesome service!
matt gOctober 23, 2011
Staff is a bit pushy with the menu. We were asked three times if we were going to order an appetizer and twice for dessert.
PaulMarch 19, 2010
Try the signature cocktails, especially the National Tonic. Look out for members of R.E.M.
DanJuly 28, 2012
wow the veggie plate was the best ever
Paige LorenzOctober 1, 2012
Been here 50+ times
The Gose bier is superb!!
James LevensApril 15, 2012
Aperol gin fizz. GET ONE!
Heidi Hall-JonesJune 4, 2011
The laticino kale salad is fabulous!
chad shearerAugust 3, 2011
What out for the drunk blonde hooker that sometimes sits at the bar. She'll bite your face off.
ChuckFebruary 20, 2013
Awesome power lunch
Yolanda LJuly 28, 2011
Try the peach empanda. It's great!
PaulMarch 30, 2010
keep in mind the prix fixe with movie at Cine for $25/person
Tessy MoApril 24, 2011
Veggie plate is so much more than a veggie plate.
Brian BrodrickMarch 22, 2010
The "power lunch" is great!

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