Outdoor seating
Yes
Groove Burgers in Athens
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Athens, Clarke County, Georgia, US
Service options
Kerbside pickup
Yes
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Health and safety
Staff wear masks
Yes
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Sport
Yes
Popular for
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Comfort food
Yes
Kids' menu
Yes
Quick bite
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Amenities
Bar on site
Yes
Good for kids
Yes
High chairs
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Crowd
Family friendly
Yes
Groups
Yes
University students
Yes
Payments
Debit cards
Yes
NFC mobile payments
Yes
Credit cards
Yes
Phone: +1 762-499-5699
Site: http://www.grooveburgers.com/
Site: http://www.grooveburgers.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:11AM–9PM
- Tuesday:11AM–9PM
- Wednesday:11AM–9PM
- Thursday:11AM–9PM
- Friday:11AM–9PM
- Saturday:11AM–9PM
- Sunday:11AM–9PM
Comments (199)
So delicious. We had a Southern Boy and Brat Burger with Poutine fries and fried okra. Plus a yummy Bloody Mary. Our server Ansley was super sweet and perfectly attentive. We will be back!
Always delicious food and terrific service! Hunter has been our preferred waitress for our family for years because she does an exceptional job. This is one of the places to eat when visiting Athens!
Food was great, service was excellent. We arrived at 4:30 it was fairly empty but by 5:00 almost every table was filled.I tried other burger places in Athens and this is my new favorite place.
We went in a little skeptical but man were we surprised. Food is absolutely delicious! I got the fried chicken sandwich and my wife got the Philly cheesesteak.Portions were massive, prices were fair, and service was top notch.We had Hannah as our server and she was kind, attentive, and incredibly friendly.Groove has been the best place we’ve eaten at since we’ve moved to Athens.
Ordered to go with a burger cooked medium well but when got to my office, the burger was RARE in the middle. Not a pleasant experience for $14. Fries were excellent.
I was excited about trying this place. I was disappointed once we got inside. The tables are very close together; youre basically back to back with the person behind you. I ordered a Southern Boy turkey burger. My family ordered other turkey burgers. The burger looked good when it arrived but it appeared to be beef burgers. It smelled like beef and it looked like beef. I told the server and she asked the cook. He assured her it was turkey. Long story short, we trusted them and we ended up sick. On the upside, the brussels sprouts were really good and my husband enjoyed the fried okra. We will not be visiting another Groove Burger. Those two items are not enough to bring us back.
Ordered burgers through a delivery app and they were fantastic. Burgers were delicious and juicy and the sides were equally as good. Will be visiting the restaurant soon!
👍Very good. Its hard for me to give a 5 to anything unless its excellent. The service, and quickness was very good. Would eat there again!
I stopped in for a takeout burger last night. The bartender was really polite and helpful. It was the best customer service that I have had in quite some time. I ordered the Grooveburger. It was excellent! I can’t believe it only costs $8.99! Keep up the good work, y’all!
We love this place! The burgers are all great, especially the BBQ one and the pimento cheese one. I usually get the apple and nuts salad, because their gorgonzola dressing is awesome with it. Oh, and the appetizers are all good, but our favorites are the sausage balls, fried pickles, and the sweet potato chips w/ gorgonzola sauce. The service is awesome and they have a great beer list!
Good quality burgers at a very reasonable price. All burgers are only $7.99 and many of the sides are only $1.99 with incredibly generous in portions. Ive tried the poutine fries and the chicken Buffalo dip which only run 5.99. the service is friendly and quick too!
Im not easily impressed with burger joints, but this place is phenomenal! Ive never had such an amazing meal from anywhere else that is the same food genre. I highly, HIGHLY recommend. I had the firecracker burger, the turkey burger version and it was so, so good, like drooling at the thought of it kind of good. I ordered it with the sweet potato fries, which were also delicious. I plan on trying the sweet potato chips on my next visit. The staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was pleasant. Honestly for the price, which was like $8 per burger if I recall correctly, I didnt expect it to be all that great, as in I kinda had the impression that it was more of a popular place just because of the college kids and such, but I was really happy with the experience.
This place was fantastic! Great service and the food was amazing! My husband, daughter and I all ordered different burgers and they were all delicious! And the fried cheese was awesome as well! Next time were in the area well definitely be stopping there!
The burgers were huge definitely big enough to split between two meals or two people. The groove sauce was great especially if you like vinegar, the Gorgonzola sauce was OUTSTANDING. The burgers came on soft brioche buns and were delicious, and the fries were thin and crispy /very good/ abs fresh!!!
Good service and good food. If they had draft beer it would be a 5 star.
Great experience here!! Katie is an excellent server and made sure me and my date were well taken care of! Great burgers and sides!
Great food... My wife loves their vegetarian burger and brussel sprouts. I always order the apples and nuts salad, with a side of fries.
I wish I could give them 10 stars. Alex and Hunter are amazing. One of the best burgers Ive ever had. Great environment.
Yummy burgers! I always get pimento cheese on something.The sweet potato fries are more like chunks but they are yummy.Groove sauce is sort of like fry sauce. I usually get it on the side.Service is friendly and knowledgeable. The bathroom is clean.
Ive missed out by not going to this restaurant for a while thinking it was a chain. However this is a local place and the burger was great and the peanut butter chocolate milkshake was fantastic
Great first experience! Great food. Great service.
The Groove Burger w/Fries and a side of ranch. You cant go wrong!! The burger was thick, juicy and seasoned...just how I like it.We stopped by heading back to Blythewood, SC. I wish they had one closer.
Spiffy little burger joint with genuinely unique and fun burgers and sandwiches. Good local beers and friendly staff.
Great food. Great options including tasty vegetable sides. Great service. Indoor socially distanced dining or outdoor available.
For how much it cost and the wait I got an okay burger. It wasnt bad but it also wasnt worth $10 and almost 30 minutes of waiting. The servers were all nice though which I appreciated.
Great service, food amazing like always. Great prices and location. Super recommended A+ restaurant for sure!!!!
Its the first time Ive eaten here. Every employee was very polite. They went the extra mile because I have a red meat allergy. The turkey burger with porta bella mushrooms was awesome and the mushroom fries are worth going back for.
My first time here: It was delicious! I had the firecracker burger. Location is nice and clean. Friendly service . Everything is made fresh and Worth every penny!
Maybe the best burger ever?! Even better than 5 Guys?! Really good. Fries are pretty good, a little too crispy. The server was very good. Just need heaters outdoors for when its cold
We have always had a great experience here, food is always delicious
Incredibly average if not slightly below average. I’d give this place a solid 2.5 stars, 2 feels a little harsh.We had poutine, which was a generous portion, but the cheese curds were not fresh and the caramelized onions were particularly salty.The groove burger was nothing to write home about, I could make a comparable burger in my own kitchen. The steak sandwich was pretty tasteless, we had it without the horse radish, so maybe that makes a difference.Overall, I’m not sure I’d come back.
Jorge has the worst customer service. Me and my husband paid for 2 combos he said we didn’t when we received the drink for it. We were missing 1 fries & he wants to charge us separate. He kept pointing his finger in my face and the receipt while yelling and giving me attitude so of course I had to give that same energy back. WORST EXPERIENCE WITH A FAST FOOD PLACE. We usually like coming here with our whole family, looks like we’re gonna look for a different burger spot.
Good good and a lot of it; I couldnt even finish my Plate. I had the Poutine with sirloin and a sweet tea. Also had some of their portebello fries. Definitely to go back and try a burger.
Always great food! Absolutely my favorite burger joint in town!
Good food and reasonably priced. The order of fries was enormous so Im glad the wife and I decided to split one order. The pickles are house made and when they deep fryem... nom!
We went into the restaurant and were sitting for about 35 minutes. We had ordered our food and were the only black people there. We were section in the far corner and were there before quite a few customers. We realized everyone else was getting their food before us. We asked how much longer would it be before we got our food.? We were told an additional 10 minutes but that it’s subjective because they took care of all the to go orders first but, nobody new had come in. So what was taking so long? Patrick was great at coming to check on us so I left a tip but the waiting was ridiculous as we seen others receive food before us who’d been there so long. Every issue isn’t race based but the irony of it all is why we didn’t wait. To note, we were given drinks, ketchup and ranch. Bone appetite
Burgers are petty tasty and for a reasonable price. They have an updated menu btw.
Very pricey. Spent about 15.00 per person for 3 people for burgers & fries plus drinks were extra.
Great burger and fries but their side salad was pretty much what they put on their burgers in a bowl. Onions were left whole rings, which made it hard to eat. Would not waste money on side salad there again but will try other things.
Love the open face the alcoholic beverages that are strong and the fried pickles are amazing five stars five stars keep keep doing
Definitely an underappreciated restaurant in the area. Most everything seems to be made from scratch and they have something for everyone. I know its crazy to order anything but fries to go with a burger but the Brussel sprouts are amazing. Ive had several of their burgers and theyre all great but the chicken here is outstanding. I highly recommend the Hunter, which is a Greek grilled chicken sandwich with really nice taziki sauce.
Excellent burger! I was impressed with the quality and the freshness. The bun was amazing which I normally could care less about. Place was clean and the service was fast and friendly. Also had a cool spot at the bar where you could see them cooking in the kitchen.
A great variety of sandwiches. If youre hungry, it will fill you up. If not, youll have a nice sandwich to take home.
A great place to get burgers with a nice dine-in experience.
My wife and I enjoyed the grilled chicken with 1 side, I had sweet potato fries and she had Brussel Sprouts, and both were very good. Filling but not too heavy and more healthy than some meals. Great service!
I had the lamb burger and it was great! If your a fan of gyros than this burger will please your taste buds. I would just order a side of the sauce that comes with the burger. They have wheat and gluten free bun options as well! The customer service is great. The workers here are friendly and very pleasant.
Want a quick burger and fries with a craft beer and great service? Groove is probably best in Athens. Every burger is unique and cooked how you want it. Fries are amazing and the cheese curds on the app menu are crazy good and should probably be served with a defibrillator.. The Mac n cheese was the only lackluster menu item so far as it seemed dry and actually lacking cheese, 🤷♂️ Hey, nobodys perfect - but Groove comes close...
Ive been here a good number of times. Ive never had a bad meal or experience. The food is always delicious. The veggie burger is spot on, one of the best veggies burgers Ive found. I usually get it as the Gorg and Onion or the Steakhouse version.
Excellent food !! 3 of us got burgers (the standard, the firecracker , and the gord and onion.) And the 2 kids got chicken nuggets and grilled cheese. Not a single complaint about any of our food. Amazing service too!! Will definitely be back!
Good food and reasonably priced! Fries are killer!
Burgers are really good! They were much better than I expected. I dont really like sweet potatoes but their sweet potato fries were the best I have had. The only thing i would change are the chairs. They are cheap and uncomfortable inside. Otherwise, great food and service!!!!
Update I love groove burger food but still no closed captions on the TV......I arrived and there were 2 deaf people in the restaurant. There were six TVs and no closed caption. I did ask speak to the manager and asked him to rectify that situation. We will see....
Have eaten here before and love the food! Today, I couldnt even be seated to have a meal. Just a short while ago, I watched my brother give his name and number to the hostess for a seat for two. Then I watched the hostess seat 2 parties of two that came in after us: one at the bar and one outside. The first party may have asked to sit at the bar, but the second party was definitely offered seating choices by the hostess. We were neither offered nor asked about seating preferences until we told her we were eating elsewhere. Im not sure what her reasoning was; but, it would have been easy to spot us as we would have been the only people of color dining. Do better.
An incredible burger joint, I went with the Groove, and paired it with Reformation Brewerys NOLAN the WANDERER. Only regret was not getting the onion rings, they looked amazing.
The server didnt have good table manner @ all. Crumbs were on the table so I chose another. The sweet potato fries didnt look like the picture (the picture is what made me want to try Groove Burger in the 1st place) BUT the lamb and beef burger was really good! The presentation of the brownie & icecream dessert was as nice as it tasted If they hired better, more friendlier & cleaner help, Id give Groove burger 5 stars
The staff was friendly and the service was great. While the burger was juicy and good, I felt it was overpriced. I was surprised to see that there is no combo on the menu. Instead I paid $14.98 for the “standard burger,” fries, and a Pepsi at lunch, not including the tip. The fries were good, but to me, they are they type that needs to be complemented with a dipping sauce, but none was advertised.
I decided to try their hamburgers. My hamburger and onion rings were not good. They need somebody to teach them how to make onion rings like the Varsity. Five Guys Burgers and Fries is 100 percent better.
Place is awesome! My fiance and I got the fried cheese curds, portabella fries, I had the Standard Burger, and she had the Southern boy burger. The burger I had was the best Ive eaten in a good while. The cheese curds are significantly better than Culvers (my only benchmark for them) and the portabella fries, while super rich, are incredible! We went in on New Years eve and still had quick service. The place is simple, but clean and tidy. All the food is reasonably priced as well.
Excellent service! Friendly staff! The food is amazing.
Decent food. Had the groove burger and hunter sandwich. Seems overpriced for quality and neither came with a side. All sides are $4, even the ear of corn which was tasteless. Good service though.
We love groove burger. We have only ordered togo but Im sure dine in is great too. The food is delish. Groove burger without the bun and a side of Brussel sprouts. The best.Thanks guys!
We LOVE Groove! I only give it a 4 instead of a 5 because sometimes the service is slow and they have you wait as a group of two or three when there’s a table for four available. Weird to not just go ahead and seat us. This has happened twice. We also came once and the side we ordered tasted like it had chemicals on it. Like cleaning chemicals. Super weird and we weren’t able to eat it because it was so horrible. But, we tried them again and it was great and we haven’t had that issue since. I love their Bella Berger and their Mac n cheese!!!
The burgers were excellent, served on quality rolls. The chicken sandwich was amazing too. We went for lunch and all picked a different sandwich. Everyone thought it was great. We also split an order of fried cheese curds. The curds were perfectly breaded and fried. I would go back just for more of those curds. The place also has a good selection of beers, including many local brews, and something I have never seen, a few “clearance” beers. I am all about a bargain, so I picked one of the clearance IPA pints. We will be back. I will be recommending Groove Burgers to all our friends.
I ordered the Portobella mushroom burger, fries and a drink. I had high hopes but I was actually really disappointed.While the burger patty was cooked correctly, the bun was soggy and falling apart. The fries seemed like a generous portion but were COMPLETELY dried out and cold- as if they had been made for an earlier order.I definitely will not be coming back. The lack of attention to detail makes me seriously concerned about health and safety practices in the restaurant.
Had the caprese salad and added chicken, so good! Fried pickles and sweet potato fries were also delicious
Theres a fun, unique variety of burgers here. Everyone in our group ordered something different, and it was all delicious! The staff was fun and friendly. I look forward to returning. Its nice to have a laid back place to eat when youre shopping.If you found this review helpful, please give it a thumbs up! Thanks!
This place was great when they first came to Athens. I loved the burgers here and the option of sweet potato fries and wedges. The last 2 times Ive gotten takeout here, Ive gotten home and there is definitely less food for the money. And both times the burgers sloppy with one piece of wilted lettuce and the thinnest slice of tomato Ive ever seen. Truly disappointed in this place cuz I love the burgers but not enough to spend $11 on a sloppy burger and soggy fries
Great burgers and sides! You can’t go wrong with any of the burgers in the menu. Even the turkey burger is really good (you can get a turkey burger in any style that is on the menu).Not a fan of burgers. One hidden gem in the menu is the fried chicken sandwich. It is phenomenal! Give it a whirl and you won’t be disappointed.The sides are also top-notch. Some real noteworthy items that stand out against other restaurants are the fried okra (whole pieces- not cut), street corn (I get mine off the cob and they always accommodate), and the sweet potato chips with gorgonzola sauce. I’d love to see the chef add a few more sauces to the menu like a garlic aioli or a fancy ketchup or cheese sauce. We will see if they accept the challenge.Friendly service with casual and clean environs. A must-try when in Oconee County.
So far I have never been disappointed by the food. Every time we go here the place is either packed or empty, it seems there is no in between. They make their own pickles and I love them in their fried pickle appetizer. You can taste the dill and the brine through the batter. The doing sauce is a perfect compliment. For a while they did baked sweet potatoes as a side but they seem to be gone. Mores the pity. It is difficult to pick a favorite burger, but right now I am hooked on the lamb burger. It has a good flavour although it can be a bit greasy.
We visited this establishment for the first time today and were HIGHLY impressed!!! From the sweet girl who greeted us & seated us at our table to the Awesome Waitress we had & Most Importantly the Amazing Food!!!!! It was so Good!!! We were made to feel right at home & even got a taste of the Awesome Chicken & Waffles they are looking to maybe putting on the Menu. The Manager was very Nice as well & appreciative of our business!!! We will most definitely be back Soon!!!!!
My go to place for a fantastic burger!!! You will not be disappointed food is excellent! They should expand into the mix open space that becomes available!
Highly recommend. Burger is thick and juicy. Fries are huge portion, can easily be shared. Gluten free bun only 50 cents extra and the best GF bun I’ve had in my life. This is quality food for a decent price.
Super good burgers. Also had the poutine, and the order was huge! Mushroom fries FTW!
We had a great experience here! Service was friendly and despite having a full house the food came out quicker than expected. Burger was fantastic and fries were hot and fresh! Nice atmosphere, will be returning!
Groove burger is delicious. Hand cut fries really good. Most importantly, waiter never let my Diet Mountain Dew cup go empty. Extra tip for that.
Bottom line up front: Great food. Service isnt.To be fair I was warned about the service before I went and was told to go anyway because of the food.Took about ten minutes to be acknowledged after being seated. Our server asked my friend how she wanted her veggie burger cooked which was strange. Lack of experience maybe. Another server brought the food we ordered and our server didnt come back to check if we needed anything after taking our order. Just dropped the check; she did ask if we wanted to go cups though (I had an empty beer). Maybe she was new, but I was also warned beforehand.If youre willing to deal with the service the food is pretty good. Just make sure you order two drinks in advance and ask for everything you need for the meal during the initial order.This restaurant has potential if the wait staff gets properly trained. Ill try it again in the future.
My girl & I had lunch here. We split an extremely yummy burger! We both loved it & Connor was an excellent server. He was extremely knowledgeable & friendly, told us all about the restaurant and all the things that they offered. Great experience! Plan to come back with my husband for dinner soon! Really loved their beer selections too!
Had gone really down hill in terms of quality. Been eating there two years and when I first started going I couldnt get enough of their burgers. Now everything had gone up a dollar or two in price and quality has gone down. Would recommend to anyone looking to waste $12-$15 on a meal. I stand by my rating. Today will be the last day I ate there.
Exceptional food!! The burgers were great and came out quickly. The service was fast and friendly and the buffalo chicken dip was excellent. I would suggest. The fries were a bit on the crunchy side so be aware of that, but this is a great place to grab dinner or lunch!
Best gluten free bun youll ever have!
Excellent food. Fabulous service. Clean. Great location. Resonabily priced. Excellent menu with lots of different options other than fries such as grilled corn (street corn), fried okra, mac and cheese. They have a lot more than burgers. I had the sausage balls (huge...6 of them). My daughter had a boneless fried chicken breast.
Waited over half an hour for them to get our order wrong. Also, the fries were a very tough texture with no salt of seasoning at all on them. I would recommend Clocked, Brett’s restaurant, or Five Guys in looking for a good burger place in Athens area.
Groove Burgers is a excellent choice to get something to eat at a great price
Best Burger I Ever had. They have a list of Unique Beers as well but I am not into beer. My taste buds are still singing happily. I almost didnt go in because all of the burgers are 8 dollars. Its worth it. Go eat one, you will see
Loved the Groove Burger. Sausage balls were exceptional.
Best veggie burger we have ever had, and weve had a lot of them!!!! Will Def be back. A bit pricey, but worth it for food that great
I have been here 5 times...I have not yet tasted a burger, side or app that we did not love! My goal is to taste all the burgers on the menu! They may have had a few kinks to work out at the beginning of their journey but that is expected from and new business! These people are fabulous and the best burgers in Athens! Please give them a try and if you are not completely satisfied......well....everyone deserves a second chance! You cant beat a local business and homemade food....made fresh!!!Good Luck Guys!!!!CHEERS!
My wife and I have eaten here 3 times in the last week and a half. Everything has been amazing! Weve had a different burger or sandwich everytime and all have been delicious! The sides are especially good as well! The service has also been wonderful each time! We will be back and have already recommended to friends and family.
The groove burger was great. Service good. Had food come with a side I would have given it 5 stars. Will go back.
The burgers and sides are excellent and the service was just as good, if not better. Well be back!
Weve been here twice now and have not been disappointed... at all. Super burgers, pleasant staff - they are not overly interrupting your meal, but, they do pay attention to when you need a drink refill. Burgers and food is fresh, and the groove sauce is fantastic!!
Really good burgers and fries with great service in a relaxed environment. Will definitely be back to try more off the menu.
Reasonably priced, great service, and a good beer selection. This was our first visit and everything we had was awesome. The pimento cheese burger is fantastic. I recommend the fried cheese curds too. Will definitely be coming back 👍
High quality, reasonably priced food and drink. Great beer selection and a variety of tasty burgers and sandwiches. Some of the best fried pickle chips!
Used to go here about every other week however last time my husband and I were there the burgers seem to shrink considerably.Burgers used to be large now they are about 5 inches across . Luckily they still taste amazing ,however because of this they will no longer be our first choice for burgers . Service seems pretty slow I think the girl was new though . Normally its very fast .
This was good for a quick lunch. They have a wide variety of burger options (turkey and vegetarian choices, too), all for about $8. The only thing that was kind of odd is that fries (or some other side) are not included with burgers. Otherwise, the server was quick and kind, and the food was good.
I had the pleasure of eating at Groove Burgers for the first time last night, and it was a treat. The service we got was incredible (a friend and I were trying to kill 20 minutes before a movie) and the staff helped us get seated quickly and rushed our orders through. The only thing more impressive than the service was the Groove Burger itself. The preparation was perfect, and I am planning on bringing back many friends to experience this wonderful establishment.
Great service . New York chicken cutlet with Pesto mmmmmmm
This place is awesome! They have great burgers, whether you like a very traditional burger, or something with a twist. I have had the Southern BBQ burger (not sure if that is the proper name), the Steakhouse Burger, and the Groove Burger so far and none have disappointed. The fries are great, and the onion rings are outstanding. The pickles are very good, as is the chili, and from what I can tell so far, the ingredients are fresh. At this price point, I may never go to Five Guys again, which is a place I have hit up about once a week for some time. They are full service, and all the staff I have met so far have been wonderful. So glad to finally have a really all around fantastic burger joint outside of downtown Athens!
Awesome food and service.The Groove Burger was the best I have Had in a long Time hands down!The service was excellent, fast, accurate and very friendly and knowledgeable of there menu. I will definitely go eat there more often and will recommend it to all my family and friends. Keep up the good work and stay focused on the customer service and the clean restaurant and reastrooms.
My order was messed up twice, the burger came out in less than 5 minutes, telling me that the burgers are sitting back there waiting to be thrown together. Their grilled onions also like the burger, sits. I requested medium rare, I received it medium-well to well-done. On a better note. I did enjoy their hand cut fries.
Nothing all fancy or pricey... That was my only time of being their guest actually and thats what was so cool about the place. They had 5 or 6 bar workers and waiters/waitresses that day, and i had came Solo and all the servers were cool and stopped to check in on you or just to chat even.. Super cool, nice folk and all theyre burgers like 7.99 or 8.99 ea.. When can you get that at anywhere else in todays world? 2 👍👍!
One of the best places for a burger in Oconee.
First and last time every going to Groove. Service was awful. Food was cold and when questioned about an appetizer not being cooked properly the server gave us an attitude. DO NOT GET THE FRIES. You could taste the old/overused oil they were cooked in and they had no seasoning. They deserve less than one star.
I’d give three stars. Our service we received was great, the fried pickles breading was still raw like(on the ones that were clumped together), but you do get a lot of pickles for the price. And finally we get our burgers... they literally tasted just like a Wendy’s burger. The fries tasted just like Wendy’s fries. I guess I’m upset because I paid $37 for two burgers one side of fries and a order of fried pickles, when I could’ve went to Wendy’s and paid $20, but that’s just me.... and also to add to my Wendy’s point , they even have on their menu Fresh but never frozen.
Most of the food is locally sourced and recipes are made from scratch. No frozen burgers. Choice of beef, turkey, lamb, or veggie burgers. Full bar and wide variety of beers. The buns are so good. Outdoor dining available thats dog-friendly. We just love it! Owner-operated and great service.
The food is really good and the have several great burger choices. The sides are extra, so if you just order a burger, thats all you get. Its a little tight in there, especially if you are put at a table by the bar and we usually have to wait.
Loved the groove burger and fries that I got. Caramelized onions stood out in the burger. What really impressed me was the service. I had a to-go order and they forgot the sweet potato chips. Instead of simply apologizing, the owner drove it to my workplace. Outstanding! The only reason why I gave them 4 stars is its a little expensive for the burgers.
We love this little burger joint! I dont think you would be disappointed with this place if youre looking for a good burger. We also like the chicken sandwich, its a giant sandwich and its so crispy and good. Onion rings are the best side! But if youre looking for something a little healthier, they do have good salads and brussel sprouts.
So we came here on a bit of a whim and from decent Google reviews. We LOVED it. Just had a good burger and sodas, but it was one of the better burgers we have had at restaurants in a long while. If you are on the fence about whether to give this one a try...DO IT!
Amazing food! And thanks for having so many sides to choose from. The fried okra is so good and fresh. Fried chicken pimento sandwich was amazing. We are so happy to have groove burger locally owned and in our neighborhood.
I wish I would have taken pictures before we ate everything so you could see how good it was. This place should definitely be a major restaurant chain. I recommended it is what Im trying to say. Awesome employees, the employer should be proud of the quality that comes out of this place. I own a plumbing company so I know how hard it is to get employees and this guy has got great employees.
Great salad!!! But my to go order was completely wrong
Good burgers. So good I wish they were bigger. Appetizers and salads are all great too. The only thing I didnt like was the philly, and I think Im just a bit of a snob. If youre okay with a little tougher piece of sirloin than the traditional ribeye, youll probably enjoy it too.They never have all of the beers on their menu, and it has become a running theme that whatever I actually want from the menu they will invariably be out of, and Ill end up drinking a Pabst.
I love going to groove burgers. My dad and I have made that our Weekly father son luncheon spot. The service is always helpful and the waiter or waitress always seems extra friendly. The managers don’t seem overly friendly but I guess that’s because they have a lot on their mind? Anyways, the burger is my favorite and the sweet potato tots are to die for. Literally, I could eat so many of them that my body would die. Can’t wait to return.
My hubs and I went to Groove the other week. We got out of a movie, and rushed over to see if they were still open. They were, but it was right before they closed. We have both worked food service, and we know how annoying that can be. We said, Nah. We would love a burger, but yall go ahead and close up. We dont want to be those people. The staff didnt seem annoyed that we were there at all! They just offered us to sit right on down and enjoy ourselves. The waitress wasnt bitter, because she wanted to go home. It was a real surprise. Thanks, Groove, for tolerating us last-minuters.
Great food as always. Our server was very polite and attentive.
BEST BURGER IN ATHENS. The BBQ burger is delicious and oh the fries they are fresh and homemade and delicious and dont forget about Groove sauce. This places deserves many awards. Plus they serve Mt. Dew, which most restaurants dont.
Decided to give this place a try again. The 1st time I went The onion rings were so salty they literally irritated my mouth. When asked about this I was told they season them with their own blend of seasoning. Got fries this tome with no dalt so I could seadon myself. Ordered the turkey burger. Was tasty but greasy like a beef burger so that made me wonder about how it is cooked ir if it had added fat? The place is well attended. Dont come expecting to be served food right away because both times I had to wait an excessive amount of time to get my food.
My favorite burger joint in Athens! They have the BEST fried okra I have ever eaten, including my Mamas (Dont worry, Mom is not on the internet, so she wont see this unless someone opens their big mouth). Every burger I have gotten (particularly the bella) is juicy and wonderful. Only exception was the lamb burger, which was ok - but a little dry. Lamb is a much dryer meat, so it was to be expected. Decent beer selection and price. Its super clean inside, but a little sterile and lacking in personality. I kind of wish the interior was a little cozier, but since the food is so dang good Im not going to nitpick. This is a great spot to eat, and get a few drinks before rolling into the movies next door.
Wonderful food and wonderful service. They have the best hand breaded onion rings we have ever tried. Burgers are perfect. My son asks to go here every time we go out to eat. Prices are reasonable too.
Good burgers and sides. Veggie and Turkey alternatives are tasty. Nice beer selection. Service is pleasant and quick. More than just burgers, the salads are also very nice. The putine is a good app to share, and a unique offering.
One of the best burgers in town. I wasnt expecting the flavor options (gruyère and sauteed onions) or that the burger would be so yummy! Try the brussel sprout side. All four of my kids (age 13 months to 12 years) loved them!
Why is it so overpriced!? Its not even that good of a burger place. Always makes me angry when I eat here paying 3.50$ separately for fries. With Catch 22 and Five Guys within a 2 minute drive, its not worth dining at Groove
Great #burgers and the best #fries in Athens! This is a unique restaurant, not a chain. Friendly service and beer. If you get fries with your burger it works out to be about the same as 5 Guys but the burger is waaay better.
Fantastic!! Best burger place in the Athens area that I have found, Great appetizers, Great service, Great burgers, friendly staff!! Quick service for a party of 9, I will definitely be back.
Burger was great! I didnt care for their hand cut fries. The fried pickles were great too. I make better sausage balls at home.
Might be the worst burger I ever had. I see plenty of good reviews so I assume I just went on a bad day. I will try it again just because they have plenty of good reviews.
They have the best veggie burgers hands down. Their poutine is to die for, seriously its the nectar of the gods. The service is always fast, friendly, with a small hometown feel. If you want a great burger this is the place.
Fantastic burgers! Great service, good prices.
Had the Groove burger & fries. The burger was good, but messy and the fries were barely warm. My husband had a bacon burger and was disappointed by the size for the money. His onion rings were good with a light batter and hot! Major problem was that it took 25 mins. to get our order. It looked as if everyone else was waiting that length of time too. Nothing fancy about the place, but there were several big screen tvs. Also, one person bathrooms. Wanted to wash my hands after eating, but left because the bathroom was occupied for quite awhile.
I was skeptical about coming here at first because of the mixed reviews, but I wanted to try the fried pickles. The pickles were crispy and hot and the dipping sauce tasted great. We ordered chicken nuggets and cheeseburgers for the kids and I had the Groove burger and hand cut fries. The nuggets and mac and cheese were barely touched , but the cheeseburger, despite its size, was eaten entirely. My Groove burger tasted great was and juicy and the fries were hot and crsipy. Will be returning.
I frequent this outstanding restaurant often as I love the ambiance that is exist in this place. The team is awfuly loyal and qualified. The service is awfully rapid. Not to mention, the food they prepare is perfect. I have been there often and I was always joyful. The payment is reasobable. I highly suggest this restaurant to all my friends.
I love the burgers here. The service is usually very attentive and quick. Been a great place because of them having the best tasting gluten free bun anyware!
Loved this place!!! Our food was amazing and the service was great!! Can’t wait come back here! I swear I could eat the chicken cutlet sandwich everyday!!!
Great food and service, but the most impressive thing was how they handled and accommodated my food allergy. They made fried pickles without dairy just for us, and they were super careful to make sure I didnt have anything with dairy in it, and when they werent sure, they asked. I cant emphasize enough how much I appreciated that kind of service.
My husband and I were initially skeptical to try Groove Burgers, we heard it was over priced. However, we very much enjoyed the burgers had great service. The sides werent anything to brag about, but the burgers made the price worth it!
Everything we ordered was delicious! The burgers are fresh and the sides are original and yummy. The atmosphere was perfect for visiting with the family and watching the games. Great service. Will be back!
I really like Groove Burger. I have yet to go in there and try something bad. They have amazing BBQ burgers and AMAZING fried pork chops. Its pretty pricy though. Unless you decide not to get a side, which are an extra 2 or 3 bucks. But i have gone in several times and just gotten a burger and been completely satisfied.
Well they are new in town and they really have great food. The place is kinda small so you need to pick your time to go carefully. It has good prices and as said earlier the food is great. Enjoy.
Amazing burgers. Seat yourself and polite servers. Poutine was very good (non canadian here!) with a sweet, savory sauce and cheese. My only complaint is that the food was sooo rich. Neither myself or my guest could finish our burgers, it was great food though. They do have salads and chicken though, so definitely lighter options! Try it, you wont regret it.
LOVED THIS PLACE GREAT FOOD & PEOPLE WORKING THERE💖💖💖🐷
Really good burgers and sandwiches. A good atmosphere and a great drink selection. The house margarita is actually really good as well. Not too sweet.
Id say the flavor of the yeast bun overpowered that of the grilled chicken, but that would imply that the chicken had any flavor at all. The meat was juicy, but bland. Theyve got several televisions mounted on the walls--perfect for watching the football game, I thought. But immediately after I finished my sandwich, my waitress delivered me my check. She never asked if I wanted anything more. No consideration on her part that Id be staying and continuing to eat during the game. I felt pushed out, so I paid and left to find another establishment to spend my money and watch the Dawgs.
Was not very impressed with this place. Visited for the first time last night. Placed a $30.00 to go order. Fries were cold and hard. Bun on burger was burnt on the inside. Also ordered the hot Italian sandwhich and it was very bland. Nothing on it but roast beef and bread. On arrival we were told to go to the bar to place to go order. We sat for 15 minutes at least before anyone even acknowledged we were there. Not very good service at all. Employees were more interested in hanging out chatting with each other and texting on thier phones . Overall experience was terrible. A waste of our money no doubt!
Menu items looked really good however they failed on execution. Burgers were old and dried out along with the fries and caramelized onions. Not one satisfied family member at my table. I would honestly say Hardees makes a better burger than this place
The service was decent and the food tasted good not fantastic though. The small size of the burgers is what surprised me especially with the prices they charge. We may try again one time, but it will not be a high priority to visit again.
Ive only been here twice but the food is SO good! The cheese curds are bomb and the bella burger is always so hot and juicy! You also HAVE to try their mexican street corn and their homemade pickels!
Its fine.Clean dining room and restrooms. The service was fast and friendly. I ordered the lamb burger with onion rings, it was overall good. The burger was a little small for the price. Overall a good little restaurant, check it out
This place has the friendliest staff and the best burgers, chicken sandwiches in town. All of the sides are amazing but especially the onion rings, fried okra, and roasted corn
Probably never eating here again. Had to wait for over 10 min before we had to go ask someone to serve us. People who were seated after us were getting service before us. Then when the waitress finally came over she said she didn’t notice us.... then the wait on the food took way long as well. The food is great but the service was not what I was expecting. How can I enjoy the food if it’s never brought to me.
Im looking forward to visiting again so I can actually get a burger. We all got other options. The bar looked good though and the people that were eating burgers had some good looking food! Really friendly staff.
Great burger,bun,groove sauce is amazing. Wait staff very friendly,went above to make meal enjoyable.
My husband and I enjoy trying out new restaurants, and were interested in trying out the new burger place in town. What made this even more appealing is that you all offered a veggie burger option. My husband, being a vegetarian, was especially happy to be able to add another potential restaurant we can dine at. Well... You dropped the ball. Upon visiting the restaurant on Sunday, March 6 and placing our order (my husband ordering a veggie burger) we were informed by the young man at the counter that you all were out of veggie patties. His suggestion as an alternative, and I quote, We have Turkey burgers. He suggested this after we explained that my husband was vegetarian. Really? More and more people are choosing vegetarian options and you all offer this option, but have run out of them your first full weekend being opened. Turkey burger, seriously?
TERRIFIC burgers! I had the Bella, and it was great! My wife loved her meal too. Nice staff and a neat location. Well definitely go back.
Ask for plenty of napkins for your juicy burger and beer! This place consistently has great food, relaxed atmosphere and super friendly staff.
They do not have a nutritional guide. My veggie burger was not the greatest. My husbands burger was fine. This was our first and probably our last visit.
Consistently delicious and tasty burgers. You have to try the street corn. We get it every time. Good selection of beers to pair with your sandwich. Or get a salad or grilled chicken and a side or two.
Tired of the regular fast food burger and fries? Then give Groove Burger a try. Prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend the Southern Boy burger and the fries or the huge onion rings.
Excellent service and excellent food!
Great burgers, wings, and fries. Food is great service is even betterHomemade BBQ sauce is great on the wings Place is clean, tvs are fun and staff is professions as politeVery family friendly.We will be back
Their veggie burgers are the best Ive ever had. The staff is very friendly and is happy to serve! This place is the place to go for the worlds best onion rings!!
I went to Grove burger for a quick meal, and although it was expensive, it was worth every bite. The groove burger was amazing and their brownie with ice cream was a great compliment to their juicy burger! Ontop of that, the waiters were extreamly friendly and made it enjoyable.
Visited here this past weekend and it was kind of gross... Flies were EVERYWHERE inside (lots congregated around windows). I counted about 10 crawling around on one window alone. The tables were really sticky and because of the fly situation, I was wary to touch the table or the condiments on the table so I just kept my hands in my lap until our food arrived. They also have an 81 food score due to not keeping countertops santitized and not serving meats at the correct temperature, to name a few reason listed on the report. My stomach hurt all night after eating here. Id steer clear of this place until they can clean up a bit. If I hadnt been meeting up with family from out of town, I would have left and gone elsewhere after walking in and seeing the flies everywhere. Definitely grossed me out.
Wow I guess the best burger Ive ever had!! Just happened to be in the area and again used Google maps to find Groove Burgers.Excellent waitress and plenty of tvs.I had the bella burger, 2 hander with a giant portabella mushroom on it.Give them a try if your a burger lover and in the area..
Hunter was awesome! Food hot and great! Look forward to returning
Our burgers were good & our server, Victoria, was great! We appreciated all the extra measures & definitely felt safe.
Great food and great staff. Street corn, burgers the best. We were a party of 14. They gave great accommodations and great service. When back to area from Louisiana we will stop again to eat.
Burgers are very good, sandwiches are very good. Poutine leaves something to be desired. BUT, you get PLENTY of food for your money. A FANTASTIC choice if youre feeling like eating a burger and fries.
Delicious! Best burger Ive ever had. We love this place! Highly recommended
Honestly wish I had eaten somewhere else. The fries were old and cold. The fried okra limp in grease and the burgers are small for what you pay and really not that special. Service was really the only good thing. Rather disappointed.
The burgers are excellent and so is the chicken! The owner was hands on and knows his business and the service was incredible too! Looked up best burgers in Athens and it lives up to it. You will not be disappointed!
Consistently good food.Burgers are good but Groove Philly wins my ♥️.
Great burger, awesome service and the price is right. Get fries to share, theyre freaking huge. The chairs could be more comfy, but that not enough to detract from this five star experience.
Favorite burger in town and the salads with grilled chicken are great. Veggie sides were delicious as well. Locally owned. Fresh food!
Awesome and creative burgers. They have cheerwine in the soda fountains! Great and friendly staff.One downside is that the onion rings were a bit too salty
I usually like this place. This time it was cold and my girlfriend got the veggie burger. When I asked how it was she said it cant stand on its own. Felt like an oatmeal pattie. Also, had no coffee available.
Groove Burgers is one of the best restaurants in the Athens area. Everything is made in house, the prices are reasonable, and the staff is very accommodating. If you like burgers and sandwhiches, I cant recommend Groove Burgers enough.
Was good burgers cooked medium so a little pink but not bad....very tasteful..and alot of French frys..and sweet potato fries are more like squares and theres not many of those as are fried..but there good...I had the lamb burger..was okay but was hoping it would of had the sauce on burger instead of on side!
Great Philly, and Great burger. Roasted broccoli is a winner and would recommend the fried pickles. In my opinion, the fried okra could have been better, but it wasnt bad.
The hamburger was off the chain. We went there to celebrate my sons 22nd bday (this place is his favorite), and the waitress was super nice ! Thank you guys for a very memorable bday
Delicious food, wonderful staff. I cant speak for the meat, but the vegetarian options for burgers are amazing. Definitely will be coming again.
Awesome place with great food and hard working employees. Highly recommend the portobello fries.
One word: Poutine. You MUST get their poutine (gravy & cheese, over fries). TO DIE FOR! Also, their seasonal Groove Melt is sensational. This has definitely won over my sons heart, too. He loves their mac-and-cheese and roasted broccoli.
Burger variety is great and loved that they had premium veggies options for sides. Great service as well.
Great service and great food.
Best hamburger Ive eaten in long time. Lot better than 5 Guys. Bathroom could have used some attention.
Great burger and onion rings, milkshakes pretty awesome also. Bit pricy but worth it.
Really good burgers and onion rings! This place has become a weekly lunch option for me and my friend/coworker. The owner is really nice too!!!
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for Groove Burgers 2023:
Review №1
2022-04-03When you need a burger fix....this is the only place to go!!!! Outstanding food and everyone is happy so you know the vibe is good too!! Our waitress was amazing didnt catch her name but shes a gem :)
Review №2
2022-04-06So good, definitely more gourmet style burgers. I got the southern boy and the homemade BBQ was the best part. Super tender and juicy and pretty quick to the table as well after taking out order.
Review №3
2022-06-20Burgers are pretty tasty. Portabello fries are consistently a win. Chicken nuggets are good- not like pressed frozen nuggets. Not sure what the heck happened to our regular fries. The fries were COMPLETELY inedible. Yep, they tasted as dry as they looked
Review №4
2021-12-18Perfect place to enjoy authentic Burgers and Sandwiches. Price is cheap and Quality is Commendable.Server:- Dakota is the true Charm of the place.Recommendations:- Taco Grilled Chicken Burger & New York Chicken Cutlet Sandwich
Review №5
2022-01-02OMG is this DELICIOUS ! Pimento Cheese Burger is absolutely fantastic! Add some fried oak and BAM you’ve got the perfect meal!!! First time here and it was so worth the stop!! Ashley was super friendly and helped us make the perfect choice!
Review №6
2021-11-24Oh my! The Bella burger was so good! I chose the grilled broccoli instead of fries and it was to die for. Best burger and side that Ive had in a long time. 1st time guest. Blown away.
Review №7
2022-02-06I really enjoyed the sweet potato home fried and the Greek inspired burger and sandwich options! Be sure to try their portobello fries as a starter!
Review №8
2022-05-01Always a good experience! Food is hot and service excellent! We have eaten here many times. Only suggestion would be to maybe come up with a new burger every month as a special. We frequent this place and love something new.
Review №9
2020-11-17Service was average compared to other small burger restaurants. Yet, the appetizer was bountiful for the price & quite tasty. You can taste the quality of cheese. The burgers were juicy and delicious!!! The flavors were exceptional! I also indulged in the sweet potato fries, which were tasty. The only disappointment was it was really cold, to the point it was uncomfortable. Highly recommend taking a coat. The last thing was our table was inappropriately cleaned, it still had pieces of food on it. Will try again, but via carry-out because the burgers are that good.
Review №10
2022-04-26The Gorg & Onion burger was good. Had it as a lettuce wrap instead of a bun and turkey patty instead of beef. I like that they have these options. They have gluten free buns but charge $2. Burger prices are good tho. They took the lamb burger off the menu and now have a brat and sauerkraut burger.