Open Mon-Fri 11am-2pm Monday Dinner 5-8pm Fri Night 5-8pm Sat & Sun 11am-2:30pm
Take a Step Back in Time
Southern Hospitality ...Great Food
Athens, KY is full of rich history and stories to be told. The school that houses the lunchroom was erected in 1927. While not your typical cafeteria anymore, we still embrace the sense of community of this special place while also encouraging newcomers to experience our warm atmosphere & some of your favorite dishes!
Events & Happenings this Month
This week join us for lunch 11am-2pm, M-F, and for #FishFryday 5-8pm, & for the Antiques Show, 11am-2:30pm Saturday & Sunday & for Monday night dinners 5-8pm, Check out our full calendar for November #GratitudeMonth! #goodfood #goodfriends #goodvibes #ItsAthensyall!
Thanksgiving Meals & Events
Join us for Friendsgiving order your Thanksgiving dinner-to-go. Have another holiday party coming up? The lunchroom has a spacious dining area and full-service bar available for afternoon, evening and weekend events. We offer the same full-service or delivered catering orders to the off-site location of your choice. Whether it is a social or business event, we can make it fabulous with our friendly staff and creative cooking style.
Our Staff
No pretension here. You’ll find our staff will quickly make you feel at home in the lunchroom. Don‘t be surprised if members of our team strike up a conversation with you, remember your name or share a laugh with you. Of course we respect your time too, so we will also leave you to enjoy your meal in the company of your friends and family. We hope our ‘old school’ feel keeps you coming back for more. (Note, Not pictured: Frank “the GOAT”! He was probably grilling up something good in the kitchen)
Carry-Out
Don't have time to cook? We've got you! Whether it's dinner for your family, a casserole for a friend, or a potluck dish, we make it easy on you with our ready-made meals. Take home some of our house favorites, like Nana’s Lasagna, KY Hot Brown Casserole, Quiche of your Choice, Frank's Chili or Pulled Pork, or one of our many side dishes, OR our FABULOUS housemade desserts!