What are your favorite places to eat in the city? Any favorite cafes, coffee shops, clubs or bars? What's going on in Augusta as far as nightlife lately?
Favorite restaurants in Augusta?
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Posted 25 January 2006 - 08:44 PM
OK, well so nobody is responding here, i guess Ill reply to myself..lol.
Its been a while since Ive lived there but when i did I really liked French Market Grille in Surrey Center. Also loved the Boll Weevil, The Pizza Joint, La Maison, The King George and Cafe du Teau.
The Metro Coffee shop was just opening when I left Augusta but I did visit a few times and really liked it...although Im not a coffee drinker, (but they do sell alcohol). Never tried Blue Sky Kitchen, Wicked Wasabi, Mellow Mushroom or any of the other new restaraunts that have opened up Downtown in the past couple of years. Any reports on them?
As far as clubs, how is the Majeska? What other clubs are operating downtown? I know Soul bar is still doing well from what I hear. There seemed to be alot happening downtown last time i went through on a weekend night...heading to Jackson SC. From what i hear Argos is the best gay bar now and the Shack in North Augusta has all the late night, early morning action. Is the Highlander still open? God I can remember when all the bars/clubs in Augusta would close at 3am Saturday night and everyone would pack the late night bars in North Augusta, (South Carolina).
Its been a while since Ive lived there but when i did I really liked French Market Grille in Surrey Center. Also loved the Boll Weevil, The Pizza Joint, La Maison, The King George and Cafe du Teau.
The Metro Coffee shop was just opening when I left Augusta but I did visit a few times and really liked it...although Im not a coffee drinker, (but they do sell alcohol). Never tried Blue Sky Kitchen, Wicked Wasabi, Mellow Mushroom or any of the other new restaraunts that have opened up Downtown in the past couple of years. Any reports on them?
As far as clubs, how is the Majeska? What other clubs are operating downtown? I know Soul bar is still doing well from what I hear. There seemed to be alot happening downtown last time i went through on a weekend night...heading to Jackson SC. From what i hear Argos is the best gay bar now and the Shack in North Augusta has all the late night, early morning action. Is the Highlander still open? God I can remember when all the bars/clubs in Augusta would close at 3am Saturday night and everyone would pack the late night bars in North Augusta, (South Carolina).
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Posted 26 January 2006 - 09:43 AM
Being from Aiken, and generally not having a huge amount of time to sample new things when I'm home, I really don't have the best take on culinary matters, but I'll try...
Pizza Joint - always eat here when home... some of the best pizza i've had (anywhere)
Fernando's (Aiken) - also excellent pizza
Nacho Mama's - solid food, great atmosphere
Any of the fancier dt Aiken restaurants - No. 10, Up Your Alley, Bowery...
Hot Foods by Calvin - great soul food
I don't know anything about the Augusta heterosexual nightlife scene... I stay in DT Aiken when hanging out with my straight friends (usually the brew pub)...
As far as the gay bars go, Argos is currently the hottest, but I've heard rumors of some crowds heading back to Coliseum... The Shack is always slammed on the weekends around 3-4 AM. And Marlboro Station in Aiken still gets solid crowds (I've even heard long lines/waits) on Sunday nights...
Pizza Joint - always eat here when home... some of the best pizza i've had (anywhere)
Fernando's (Aiken) - also excellent pizza
Nacho Mama's - solid food, great atmosphere
Any of the fancier dt Aiken restaurants - No. 10, Up Your Alley, Bowery...
Hot Foods by Calvin - great soul food
I don't know anything about the Augusta heterosexual nightlife scene... I stay in DT Aiken when hanging out with my straight friends (usually the brew pub)...
As far as the gay bars go, Argos is currently the hottest, but I've heard rumors of some crowds heading back to Coliseum... The Shack is always slammed on the weekends around 3-4 AM. And Marlboro Station in Aiken still gets solid crowds (I've even heard long lines/waits) on Sunday nights...
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Posted 26 January 2006 - 04:45 PM
Topher, I didnt even know Marlboro station was still open in Aiken. Cool, ill have to check that out again next time i get there. DT Aiken does have some nice little cafes and restaurants. I used to date a guy who managed the Bowery but thats been a while back so Im not sure if he is still there...probably so. Its a good place. Never been to the Shack but I heard it gets pretty fun in the early mornings.
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Posted 02 February 2006 - 12:03 PM
As far as inexpensive restaurants go, I've found Blue Sky Kitchen to be very good. I haven't been to the Modjeska in years but from what I understand it attracts huge crowds on the weekends and is the only nightclub in town that i know of that is sophisticated enough to have theme parties (white parties, lingerie parties, etc.) and still be cool about it. I always heard that Bambu on Hickman in the Partridge Inn was good, they actually had a write-up about it in the New York Times and the AJC--they closed not too long back though right along with D'Timms (which did not close for lack of business, but for other reasons). Cafe De Teau is where I had my first job so I'm always preferential to them. French Market Grille in both Surrey and West Augusta are both excellent restaurants. I've also heard really good things about Cadwallader's, but i've never been there. Finally, I know this a chain restaurant, but I think the new Bonefish Grill is the best chain restaurant in Augusta (even if it is in a strip mall).
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Posted 03 February 2006 - 09:50 PM
Has anyone been to Gravity in North Augusta? I think its an after hours gay club run by the same guy who owns Coliseum but not sure.
Pillsbury, ive only been to Cadwallers once, and that was for take-out and it was years ago..but I can tell you it was good.
Im not too fond of Bonefish but Im not that big on fish/seafood anyhow.
Is Word of Mouth Cafe still open on Broad Street? That place used to be really fun on Sunday nights, along with Cafe Du Teau.
Pillsbury, ive only been to Cadwallers once, and that was for take-out and it was years ago..but I can tell you it was good.
Im not too fond of Bonefish but Im not that big on fish/seafood anyhow.
Is Word of Mouth Cafe still open on Broad Street? That place used to be really fun on Sunday nights, along with Cafe Du Teau.
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Posted 13 February 2006 - 11:46 AM
Socaguy, Word of Mouth closed down last year I think. I believe a new jazz bar opened up in it's place. I'm not really sure how similar it is to Word of Mouth. Cafe de Teau still goes all night on Sunday nights though.
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Posted 13 February 2006 - 05:14 PM
Interesting to know...thanks Pillsbury!
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Posted 15 February 2006 - 07:57 AM
Although it's not a chain, Fatz Cafe is my favorite restaurant right now. I also like Tony Roma's too. As for local restaurants, I like Nacho Mama's, the Pizza Joint and also the Cafe 203 (??). I think that's what it's called. Also I ate at this restaurant called "The Place" that had some really great soul food.
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Posted 15 February 2006 - 06:23 PM
PJA, I think you meant Although it is a chain. But I agree...Fatz is pretty good. There is one about 20 minutes away from me in Greenwood SC.
Where is Cafe 203 and "The Place"? I saw they moved the Summerville Grille to Surrey Center...how is it doing there? Didnt it used to be at the corner of Monte-Sano ave. and Central? They are doing some work on that building now so id imagine it will become another restaurant soon enough.
Where is Cafe 203 and "The Place"? I saw they moved the Summerville Grille to Surrey Center...how is it doing there? Didnt it used to be at the corner of Monte-Sano ave. and Central? They are doing some work on that building now so id imagine it will become another restaurant soon enough.
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Posted 16 February 2006 - 08:25 AM
socaguy, on Feb 15 2006, 07:23 PM, said:
PJA, I think you meant Although it is a chain. But I agree...Fatz is pretty good. There is one about 20 minutes away from me in Greenwood SC.
Where is Cafe 203 and "The Place"? I saw they moved the Summerville Grille to Surrey Center...how is it doing there? Didnt it used to be at the corner of Monte-Sano ave. and Central? They are doing some work on that building now so id imagine it will become another restaurant soon enough.
Where is Cafe 203 and "The Place"? I saw they moved the Summerville Grille to Surrey Center...how is it doing there? Didnt it used to be at the corner of Monte-Sano ave. and Central? They are doing some work on that building now so id imagine it will become another restaurant soon enough.
LOL, that's what I meant. And I made a mistake on the other restaurant...it's Cafe 209 not 203 and they are on 10th street....it's hard to find parking though especiall during the lunch hour. "The Place" is on Peach Orchard Rd. It's in a building that used to be a chinese restaurant across from an old Winn Dixie's shopping center.
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Posted 14 March 2006 - 08:44 AM
A new club just opened up in the National Hills area called the County Club. They have a major country act coming in this weekend. Too bad I'm not a fan of country music.
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Posted 24 March 2006 - 03:57 PM
Hey Y'all,
Mellow Mushroom is awesome anyway, and the Augusta location doesn't disappoint. Its vibe is appropriately downtown and funky (in an old gas station.) The other pizza place down Broad Street from there (I can't think of the name-but I’m sure you know) is out of this world, as well.
Blue Sky Kitchen has an great feel to it . . I haven't eaten there yet, but heard it's excellent. I did eat at The Bees Knees. It was very good, and I loved its atmosphere as well. There are so many other new ones I want to try along Broad Street that I haven’t made it to yet. Oh, and Nacho Mama’s is unbelievable!
My favorite Chinese buffet (I know, don't laugh) in the world is in Augusta--though I couldn't tell you the name. I just know where to find it! It's on the way to Statesboro, and so I would stop there when travelling that highway for years. Curiously, it's run by a large Hispanic family. Not sure why . . . but I don't care!
The Partridge Inn's Sunday brunch was unbelievably scrumptious, though closed for renovations. I certainly hope they don't mess with THAT!
Mellow Mushroom is awesome anyway, and the Augusta location doesn't disappoint. Its vibe is appropriately downtown and funky (in an old gas station.) The other pizza place down Broad Street from there (I can't think of the name-but I’m sure you know) is out of this world, as well.
Blue Sky Kitchen has an great feel to it . . I haven't eaten there yet, but heard it's excellent. I did eat at The Bees Knees. It was very good, and I loved its atmosphere as well. There are so many other new ones I want to try along Broad Street that I haven’t made it to yet. Oh, and Nacho Mama’s is unbelievable!
My favorite Chinese buffet (I know, don't laugh) in the world is in Augusta--though I couldn't tell you the name. I just know where to find it! It's on the way to Statesboro, and so I would stop there when travelling that highway for years. Curiously, it's run by a large Hispanic family. Not sure why . . . but I don't care!
The Partridge Inn's Sunday brunch was unbelievably scrumptious, though closed for renovations. I certainly hope they don't mess with THAT!
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Posted 24 March 2006 - 04:08 PM
Hey again, just wanted to comment on the night life in Augusta-it’s awesome! 
The Soul Bar is my favorite bar, especially its atmosphere and décor. I don’t care for their a------ bartender, but this isn’t the place to discuss that . . . I also tried and loved the new martini lounge recently. Sure wish Columbia and Charleston (which lost its bohemian feel long ago) had such great underground, funky bars as Augusta’s Broad Street-now if a gay bar would just locate there . . .
Speaking of such, I’m surprised the Coliseum survives with Argos down the street getting most of the crowd. I like Argos better, although I wish there was at least ONE bar in Augusta that didn’t have drag all the time--geesh! I do love video bars, though.
The Shack is scary-and a disaster in the making. I just don’t want to be stuck in there when it happens . . . also, the straight people outnumbered the gays the last time I was there. People get a little carried away there-groping and drug use were rampant. Also, driving drunk over thre in the middle of the night for yet more drinking . . dangerous!
I tried Marlboro Station in Aiken, but never made it in because they charge huge membership fees at the door due to the archaic local blue laws! I declined to fork out all that cash, and just went to Augusta. I was disappointed though . . . there was a line to get in, and the place was packed at 10pm with lots of cute young things . . . oh well.
The Soul Bar is my favorite bar, especially its atmosphere and décor. I don’t care for their a------ bartender, but this isn’t the place to discuss that . . . I also tried and loved the new martini lounge recently. Sure wish Columbia and Charleston (which lost its bohemian feel long ago) had such great underground, funky bars as Augusta’s Broad Street-now if a gay bar would just locate there . . .
Speaking of such, I’m surprised the Coliseum survives with Argos down the street getting most of the crowd. I like Argos better, although I wish there was at least ONE bar in Augusta that didn’t have drag all the time--geesh! I do love video bars, though.
The Shack is scary-and a disaster in the making. I just don’t want to be stuck in there when it happens . . . also, the straight people outnumbered the gays the last time I was there. People get a little carried away there-groping and drug use were rampant. Also, driving drunk over thre in the middle of the night for yet more drinking . . dangerous!
I tried Marlboro Station in Aiken, but never made it in because they charge huge membership fees at the door due to the archaic local blue laws! I declined to fork out all that cash, and just went to Augusta. I was disappointed though . . . there was a line to get in, and the place was packed at 10pm with lots of cute young things . . . oh well.
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Posted 24 March 2006 - 07:20 PM
digital_sandlapper, on Mar 24 2006, 04:57 PM, said:
Hey Y'all,
Mellow Mushroom is awesome anyway, and the Augusta location doesn't disappoint. Its vibe is appropriately downtown and funky (in an old gas station.) The other pizza place down Broad Street from there (I can't think of the name-but I’m sure you know) is out of this world, as well.
Blue Sky Kitchen has an great feel to it . . I haven't eaten there yet, but heard it's excellent. I did eat at The Bees Knees. It was very good, and I loved its atmosphere as well. There are so many other new ones I want to try along Broad Street that I haven’t made it to yet. Oh, and Nacho Mama’s is unbelievable!
My favorite Chinese buffet (I know, don't laugh) in the world is in Augusta--though I couldn't tell you the name. I just know where to find it! It's on the way to Statesboro, and so I would stop there when travelling that highway for years. Curiously, it's run by a large Hispanic family. Not sure why . . . but I don't care!
The Partridge Inn's Sunday brunch was unbelievably scrumptious, though closed for renovations. I certainly hope they don't mess with THAT!
Mellow Mushroom is awesome anyway, and the Augusta location doesn't disappoint. Its vibe is appropriately downtown and funky (in an old gas station.) The other pizza place down Broad Street from there (I can't think of the name-but I’m sure you know) is out of this world, as well.
Blue Sky Kitchen has an great feel to it . . I haven't eaten there yet, but heard it's excellent. I did eat at The Bees Knees. It was very good, and I loved its atmosphere as well. There are so many other new ones I want to try along Broad Street that I haven’t made it to yet. Oh, and Nacho Mama’s is unbelievable!
My favorite Chinese buffet (I know, don't laugh) in the world is in Augusta--though I couldn't tell you the name. I just know where to find it! It's on the way to Statesboro, and so I would stop there when travelling that highway for years. Curiously, it's run by a large Hispanic family. Not sure why . . . but I don't care!
The Partridge Inn's Sunday brunch was unbelievably scrumptious, though closed for renovations. I certainly hope they don't mess with THAT!
Do you remember what the chinese buffet was located next too? I love chinese food and I thought I had been to every chinese restaurant in Augusta (especially South Augusta), but I don't recall any run by Hispanics? I would love to try that out since you say it's your favorite.
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Posted 24 March 2006 - 09:18 PM
Is the Chinese Buffet you are referring to on Peach Orchard Road, one the right hand side as you are leaving town? My mother drives all the way from West Augusta to that little hole in the wall for a pretty awesome little selection of food. Its not really that unusual for a Chinese restaurant to be run by hispanics...kind of wierd though. Up in Gainesville Ga. there are lots of Hispanic restaurants and clubs that are Chinese owned!!
Also, mostly on the southside, are some really good Korean restaurants. I havent tried Arirang but there is one on Deans Bridge road that is excellent (except for the Korean prostitutes who hang around the lounge in the back), and another on Barton Chapel (I think) that was fair.
Also, mostly on the southside, are some really good Korean restaurants. I havent tried Arirang but there is one on Deans Bridge road that is excellent (except for the Korean prostitutes who hang around the lounge in the back), and another on Barton Chapel (I think) that was fair.
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Posted 28 March 2006 - 11:20 AM
PJA, on Mar 24 2006, 08:20 PM, said:
Do you remember what the chinese buffet was located next too? I love chinese food and I thought I had been to every chinese restaurant in Augusta (especially South Augusta), but I don't recall any run by Hispanics? I would love to try that out since you say it's your favorite.
See my note below in response to socaguy . . he's got it!
socaguy, on Mar 24 2006, 10:18 PM, said:
Is the Chinese Buffet you are referring to on Peach Orchard Road, one the right hand side as you are leaving town? My mother drives all the way from West Augusta to that little hole in the wall for a pretty awesome little selection of food. Its not really that unusual for a Chinese restaurant to be run by hispanics...kind of wierd though. Up in Gainesville Ga. there are lots of Hispanic restaurants and clubs that are Chinese owned!!
Also, mostly on the southside, are some really good Korean restaurants. I havent tried Arirang but there is one on Deans Bridge road that is excellent (except for the Korean prostitutes who hang around the lounge in the back), and another on Barton Chapel (I think) that was fair.
Also, mostly on the southside, are some really good Korean restaurants. I havent tried Arirang but there is one on Deans Bridge road that is excellent (except for the Korean prostitutes who hang around the lounge in the back), and another on Barton Chapel (I think) that was fair.
I believe this is it: Kong Wah Restaurant , 2621 Peach Orchard Rd. All I know is that I head out Hwy. 25 going toward Waynesboro and points south (which I used to use to get to Statesboro while living there), and then I can find it. It definitely IS on the right on the way out of town, so that's gotta be it. I believe it is on a corner . . It has a overwhelmingly HUGE selection on Sundays (the only day I've been there), and just delicious! I overeat everytime, but enjoy every minute of it. Just so I only do that as a rare treat, I'll be okay, right?
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Posted 29 March 2006 - 11:05 AM
digital_sandlapper, on Mar 28 2006, 12:20 PM, said:
See my note below in response to socaguy . . he's got it!
I believe this is it: Kong Wah Restaurant , 2621 Peach Orchard Rd. All I know is that I head out Hwy. 25 going toward Waynesboro and points south (which I used to use to get to Statesboro while living there), and then I can find it. It definitely IS on the right on the way out of town, so that's gotta be it. I believe it is on a corner . . It has a overwhelmingly HUGE selection on Sundays (the only day I've been there), and just delicious! I overeat everytime, but enjoy every minute of it. Just so I only do that as a rare treat, I'll be okay, right?
I believe this is it: Kong Wah Restaurant , 2621 Peach Orchard Rd. All I know is that I head out Hwy. 25 going toward Waynesboro and points south (which I used to use to get to Statesboro while living there), and then I can find it. It definitely IS on the right on the way out of town, so that's gotta be it. I believe it is on a corner . . It has a overwhelmingly HUGE selection on Sundays (the only day I've been there), and just delicious! I overeat everytime, but enjoy every minute of it. Just so I only do that as a rare treat, I'll be okay, right?
That's got to be Kong Wah. I think it used to be a McDonald's or something a long time ago. One of my favorite Chinese resturants in town, along with Ming Wah.
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Posted 02 July 2006 - 04:43 PM
I finally got by Wicked Wasabi last night and highly recommend it for anyone who loves sushi.
Is the Broad Street location its only one in Augusta?
I also here The Colesium will re-open in a week or two as a new Gay Club but I cannot remember what they said the name of it was....started with a "S".
Is the Broad Street location its only one in Augusta?
I also here The Colesium will re-open in a week or two as a new Gay Club but I cannot remember what they said the name of it was....started with a "S".
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Posted 03 July 2006 - 07:47 AM
^ Wicked Wasabi really is a great locally owned place. Was it crowded there? I certainly hope so. In the past when i've been, it wasn't as crowded as I thought it should've been. Great restaurant though.
Also, has anyone heard about Barbarito's in Daniel Village moving to Evans? Just curious. I heard someone on the radio mention it. That place was always crowded and it seems like a sorry way to treat your customer base.
Also, has anyone heard about Barbarito's in Daniel Village moving to Evans? Just curious. I heard someone on the radio mention it. That place was always crowded and it seems like a sorry way to treat your customer base.
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