Forget the usual downtown Athens restaurants—locals are raving about hidden gems that bring real community flavor! Preacher Green’s on the East Side is all about Southern comfort food and old-school connections, with regulars running into childhood friends and teachers. Over in Normaltown, Automatic Pizza keeps things casual with creative pies and a loyal family crowd. And tucked inside Piggly Wiggly, Street Treats serves up breakfast sandwiches and classic Southern bites, all thanks to a couple who turned a workplace hit into a local favorite. Which Athens spot do you think deserves more love? #Food #AthensGA #LocalEats