Outdoor seating
Yes
Marker Seven Coastal Grill in Athens
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Athens, Clarke County, Georgia, US
Service options
Delivery
Yes
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Health and safety
Staff wear masks
Yes
Staff get temperature checks
Yes
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
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
Coffee
Yes
Comfort food
Yes
Happy-hour food
Yes
Healthy options
Yes
Small plates
Yes
Dining options
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
High chairs
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Crowd
Groups
Yes
Tourists
Yes
University students
Yes
Planning
Accepts reservations
Yes
Phone: +1 706-850-3451
Site: http://www.marker7coastalgrill.com/
Site: http://www.marker7coastalgrill.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:4–9PM
- Tuesday:11AM–9PM
- Wednesday:11AM–9PM
- Thursday:11AM–9PM
- Friday:11AM–10PM
- Saturday:11AM–10PM
- Sunday:11AM–9PM
Comments (199)
The food was excellent and seasoned perfectly. We had a great server by the name of Paul that gave us first class service.
Service was exceptional & the food was remarkable! We will definitely be back to try other menu items. So much to choose from!
Terrific service. Outside dining is reminiscent of a coastal restaurant. The fish sandwich was 💯- and they served it on greens, no problem. Bloody Mary’s were terrific and were an excellent compliment to the hush puppies. Perfect choice for game-day lunch.
Quaint restaurant and bar in the Five Points area of Athens. Our waitress Arielle was very informative and attentive. The menu is mainly seafood but they do have meat type of fare. You can pick how you want your seafood cooked (grilled, fried, pan), which is a refreshing change. I chose the platter which allows you a choice of 5 different items and also comes with 2 sides and hush puppies. I ordered shrimp (grilled) and artichoke hearts (unusual item, grilled). The sides would satisfy a vegetarian as there was quite a variety such as asparagus, sweet potato as well as the usual Mac/cheese and fries for the kids. The platter is priced at $21 and comes with such an assortment and quantity of items, that I could not finish. Great value. The atmosphere reminded me of a seaside restaurant with the many windows and large deck. I would definitely recommend Marker Seven.
Such a great place in athens and their hot sauce is so good on the grouper nuggets!!
This place is definitely worth coming to. The surf and turf hits the spot, the grouper nuggets are the best appetizer I have had in a long time. The waiter, whos name is Spencer, definitely does a great job. I was highly impressed with the whole experience. I will be going back.
The lunch here is delicious and well portioned, restaurant is clean and staff is super polite and checks up on customers regularly. Personally I got the fried shrimp spinach wrap with the roasted sweet potatoes and it was delicious. The grouper bites are also delicious and practically melt in your mouth
Service, once we were seated, was great - friendly, attentive and prompt without rushing us. The food was not great. My crab cake sandwich was mushy and, other than salty, really lacked any flavor. I couldnt really discern any crab in the crab cake. Just lots of binder. And salt. Lots and lots and lots of salt. The fries were good. My daughters hamburger was also bland, as if they took the salt they should have used to season her burger and dumped it on my crab cake sandwich. Might try coming back for dinner to see if the experience is different, but Im not in a hurry to do so.
Great lunch spot! Easily accommodated our large party. Everyone loved their food. Oysters were good. M7 fish sandwich and shrimp po boys were our favorites. It was a great start to our day in Athens! Thanks so much!!
We went for brunch and it was great. People standing in line for it to open. Thats always a good sign. Great deals on drink specials. Spencer was our bartender and he did a great job with the suggestions. Everything that he recommended was outstanding. Thanks to him it was a great brunch. Started with Blue Point oysters, then avacado bites. The crab cake Benedict may be the best Ive had in years. The other dish was the breakfast burrito and it was excellent. Plenty of shrimp in the burrito. We will definitely be coming back soon.
This place is great. Order yourself a Skipper—and a grilled fish sandwich with your side of choice. Apply their house hot sauce liberally. End with a slice of key lime pie. You’re welcome.
Our server was excellent and accommodated for us nicely. Fast, friendly and courteous service here.
I ended up getting the Hawaiian Scallops as my entree with a side of macaroni and the house salad. Let me just say: WOW. The basalmic glaze and bacon on the scallops was insanely good, the macaroni was perfect, and the house salad’s Blood Orange Shallot Vinegrette dressing was fantastic!Update: I came back and got chicken tacos with the warm creamy cheese grits! They were equally as incredible as the scallops and my parents are obsessed with the fried shrimp (which is American caught not farm raised). We’re regulars now 🤣
Ok I made a review right after eating here Thursday and after almost a week I just had to rewrite my review because the food and the service is still standing out in my mind almost an entire week later! To start with I chose this place because it was in the area of the YMCA and would be open earlier than most seafood places in the area giving me time to eat there with my work out buddy and get to work on time. I felt welcome even before I stepped foot in the door thanks to the host. He asked if we wanted indoor seating or outdoor and me and my friend spoke about it for a second and after I mentioned to my friend that surprisingly since losing weight and exercising I sweated more than before so indoor would probably be best the host smiled and said oh yeah because your metabolism is picking up! Not only did it feel good to have someone notice that connection but it let me know he was paying attention and was offering service accordingly. Sitting down I remember remarking to my friend that I liked that the theme was nautical but not overly so to the point of being cheap and gimmicky. Our food was absolutely delicious, the kitchen staff know what they are doing for real! I remember being disappointed at first that the grouper filets were so thin because I thought they would be dry, but I was wrong they were crispy yet juicy! That was a pleasant surprise to say the least! And to top it all of our server was very polite and helpful and went above and beyond! I love that he gathered dishes while we finished up the current part of our conversation before asking if we were doing ok or needed anything. I could tell he respected my time with my loved ones yet also made sure we were taken care of and as a food service worker myself I know just how hard of a balance that is to strike. This will now be one of my regular spots and thank you for making me and my friend feel not only welcome but pampered as well!
Probably the best seafood experience I’ve had in some time. The coconut shrimp with mango-habanero purée was awesome. Shrimp & grits were top notch too. Harrison was a great server. He was knowledgeable about the menu and very friendly. We will definitely be back soon. Give this place a try if you haven’t already!
This was our 1st visit, but we will definitely be back. I am a pretty tough critic on shrimp and grits and theirs is definitely good. We loved the atmosphere.
Best fried green tomatoes around!! Everything is great and the service has been great every time we have been here. I highly recommend this place for good food and a great atmosphere.
First time here was March 9, 2022 shortly after the mask mandate was lifted. So masks were not mandatory nor seen. As for my experience, I took my mother there for her birthday dinner as she had been wanting to try it out for some time. Sadly her sense of taste has not yet returned, so how the food tasted to her was just about all the same.We started with the fried Grouper appetizer, which was good as a snack. The tartar sauce provided was very mild and the mayonnaise flavor really came out. I think it might have been better with the Aeoli sauce, but I did not ask for any.My entre for the evening was the Blackened Salmon BLT. Fascinating concept! It still has the bacon, lettuce, and tomato, but with the added salmon. Served on a ciabatta bun, delivered open, you do have an option to add or subtract any ingredients. I mashed my salmon into the bacon below as the salmon is served as a filet. The sandwich was good with the added salmon, lots of flavors with the added benefit of still having all the flavors come though! I, however, would substitute the iceberg lettuce with Romaine to not only add a subtle flavor but also a little more crunch to the sandwich.My side was the Gouda Baked Mac & Cheese (always my favorite) and thoroughly enjoyed! I would tweak this combo just a little, but definitely order it again.If you havent stopped by, please give them a try. It is mainly seafood served here, so if thats not your thing, I get it. But otherwise, try them out!
Walked into the bar and the bartender was nothing short of RUDE. I mean, when did an attitude constitute customer service?? And this is the 2nd time I’ve been in here this week… service sucked tonight…. Seriously debating giving them another chance…Then he goes to get his “supervisor” who also had a stank attitude that was evident when he walked up…. Maybe the fact that they were closing the store at 8:15 had something to do with it…. Unsure
The best gulf oysters Ive ever had by far. I had the fresh catch of the day which was red snapper, I got it blackened with the Cajun cream sauce. The sides I chosen was the green beans peppers and onions, plus the Smoked Gouda mac and cheese. You cant go wrong with anything on the menu. All amazing flavors.
Marker Seven has always been a favorite of my friends and family! The portions are generous and the menu is always changing. Fresh and quality seafood is not the easiest to find in this part of Georgia, but marker 7 is the exception, their oysters are my favorite. The atmosphere is lovely and their outdoor patio is spacious and screened in. You can’t beat the central five points location. Awesome beer selection with local crafts. Great for family’s and groups of friends! Worth a visit!
Went today coastal vibe is gone! What kind of restaurant doesnt let you wait on a seat? Available seating only? What is that? It sounds like something Democrat idiots would come up with. So you know what? My favorite restaurant just went to the bottom of the list.
Marker Seven is the absolute best place in Athens for fresh and delicious seafood, hands down. My personal favorite is the fried seafood basket in which you choose your decadent seafood and two amazing sides. I recommend trying the clam strips; they are delightful! We’ve ate at Marker Seven on many occasions and it never disappoints. Definitely give this place a visit if you haven’t already!
One of my favorite lunch/brunch spots. Excellent apps, salads, salmon always cooked right, great sandwiches, fresh oysters, great specials and bloody mary’s.
Great shrimp and grits. Service was great and food excellent. Not much parking but it is a nice place serving great food.
Our first time there but it will NOT be our last! We had Googled Best fish Sandwich in Athens and this restaurant was in the results- so we decided to go somewhere new Our server was very attentive but never hovered- he made good suggestioauraulns about the menu, The food was VERY GOOD! We were very surprised at the size of the grouper bites appetizer- it was large enough for a meal! It was not greasy AT ALL! very tasty I got the fish Sandwich since that was What we googled- and it did not disappoint! Again the fish was flaky and not greasy- I had some reservations about the spinach and fried green tomato when I ordered- but my first bite convinced me that this was an excellent addition to This sandwich! Also some of the best hand- cut fries I have had! five stars all the way!
Oysters were fantastic. Fresh and very cold. Service was top notch. Prices very fair. Will definitely go back.
Love the atmosphere and the sea food was closeted thing to being at the beach as you can get! However we cld do the out the college kid vaping near us.
Horrible service!-You’ll have a long wait-You’ll also be very thirsty and hungry the servers do not come check up on you to see how everything is going-Messed up on our ticket and added more onto another ticket without telling us and running the card
Safe option in 5 points. Very straight forward, no wait on Saturday during lunch. Fresh seafood. Drinks are overpriced. Service is nice. Atmosphere is nice. Music is nice. Could be zested up a bit. Worth a try. $$
Shrimp & grits was soo delicious! I cant wait to go back & try the crab cakes. Our waitress was truly Amazing!!
We visit again and again. The fish and grits is fantastic and a nice alternative to the traditional shrimp and grits. Every meal we have had here has been delicious. We have gone directly after a home football game and walked right in to be seated. Marker 7 will not disappoint!
So, I took my wife here to try something new on our 17th wedding anniversary. The oysters were good but small for the price. The scallops and buffalo shrimp were great! My wife and I both felt as if at least 50% of our steaks were either fat or gristle. The service was super slow and he forgot to put in one of our appetizers at the start of the meal. I watched the 3 tables around us have servers way more attentive to their customers. I understand its a Friday night but we almost spent 3 hours and $150, including the tip here. Im definitely not sure if Ill ever go back. 😠😡
Great food, the wait was a little long but worth it. My fiancee and I had the opportunity to talk with a Uga coach and meet his family. We also met another coach when we were leaving
We have been visiting the five point neighborhood for a while and always wanted to try out Marker Seven Coastal Grill. Finally, we managed to have early Dinner on a Tuesday without making a reservation. The seating was super quick, and the outdoor deck is nice and provides ample space. Our waiter, Andrew provided excellent service, followed up on a regular base and was very pleasant. The reason for the 3 stars is the food; we ordered Oysters and a Tuna bruschetta as an appetizer. The oysters have been ok, very small, and I would blame the size on the time of the year, in all fairness, they gave us 7 to compensate for the size. The presentation was ok; it bothered me that the horseradish / hot sauce came in a plastic cup (misrepresentation compared to the web pages pictures). The tuna bruschetta was on a saggy piece of french bread, not something we would order again or even finish the plate. Our main have been the crabcakes with asparagus and hush puppies. The crabcakes have been ok but in the lower end of taste or quality, considering what they claim to be or what they charge. Overall we had the impression that the quality of the ingredients has been on the lower end. We would not recommend this place.
We had an enjoyable dinner. My daughter graduated from UGA today. We don’t live in Athens. This restaurant was just found on Google. Our waitress was Chloe. She made ordering easy. Her suggestions were perfect for everyone. She was knowledgeable, courteous and cheerful. She made our dining experience one of the best I have ever had. I would recommend this restaurant for a memorable experience.
Great food, friendly people. Everyone we interacted with was very friendly. And we interacted with a lot of people. It seems they all work together to help each other out.Since this was our first time bwe asked the server a lot of questions. Everything she guided us to was really good. Grouper nuggets appetizer, hush puppies, and slaw. However the tacos with shrimp was awesome and the blackened artichoke taco will make you want to be a vegetarian.Well definitely be back.
Excellent fries shrimp. Hushpuppies, Fries and grouper nuggets.
First time at this restaurant. Greatly enjoyed clam stops basket. Excellent flavor and good sides. I will look forward to going back.
We stopped here for lunch and it was great. Service was good, food was delicious. Really nice find in Athens.
Great food and outdoor dining!
Had a nice lunch. Everything was great. Very nice staff. The pecan chocolate pie is awesome.
The meal wasdecent. Food was fresh. Portions a bit smaller than pictured.
Very good food and the waitress was super nice! It feels like you walked in a local seafood place in Florida even though youre in downtown Athens! The food is a bit pricey but still very good! Highly recommended!
All the burgers were burnt, over cooked. Fries were over seasoned. Used to be a great place to eat but Ill choose somewhere else next time. Grouper nuggets were good but portions for an appetizer was way smaller than it used to be.
First time going based upon reviews absolutely fantastic menu, oysters were beyond amazing. Drinks and atmosphere cant be beat. Service was on point, the food and the flavors were amazing especially with their in-house hot sauce. Wife got fresh catch of the day which was a red snapper grilled with a special type of sauce that was beyond amazing in taste. Well definitely be going back for dinner or brunch on Sunday!
Great place outside deck makes it even better. Grouper bites, buffalo shrimp, red snapper, mahi mahi.
This was my favorite restaurant when I lived in Athens a few years ago. I went back when I was in town recently and was sad to see the difference. The staff was extremely disengaged. On a slow night, service took forever. The quality of food was very different. The pandemic was rough on restaurants so I hope they can rebound (although there were half a dozen men at the bar bragging about their wealth and their 25 year old model girlfriends so the cash flow probably was still decent) and I can delete this and give them the 5 star review I used to know.
Hands down, this is Athens best seafood restaurant. We typically get shrimp or scallop dishes - the flavors are so perfectly balanced.An amazing and thoughtful staff bring top notch service to this casual Tampa Bay feel atmosphere.This is our go-to spot for special holidays, but also a great stop for a little appetizer and top notch cocktail on their covered deck.
After trying every seafood restaurant in Athens, Marker 7 stands alone as the best. While it can be pricey, the amount of food you get is worth it. I would suggest getting the platter with oysters and grouper (which is stellar). In fact, this is the only thing I get. It can get very busy because of its location so choose times wisely.
Its was soooooo amazing! Best food since I moved to Athens so far!!!
Spur of the moment decision to try something new and was not disappointed by any means. Wait staff were extremely pleasant and exceptionally knowledgeable about the food, they answered every question we had and never rushed us to make a decision. Food was super fresh. I ordered the Lemon Sherry Scallops and immediately was lost in memories of Virginia, Maryland, Maine and other coastal places I have visited over the years. The bed of Red Mule Grits were soft and smooth. The scallops like butter! I ordered the grilled fresh asparagus as a side and almost cried for the flavor was just incredible. Every ingredient used was perfection. My husband ordered a half dozen fresh gulf oysrers, buffalo shrimp, slaw and friess and there was no disappointment from his either. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. The patrons were a good mix of folk of all ages. Definitely give this place a try next time you want fresh delicious seafood.
Excellent service. And tasty food to boot. The muscles and fried artichokes are great parking is difficult
First Time trying Marker 7. The atmosphere was nice, we enjoyed the music, the way the social distancing worked we had no other tables near us. Which was nice. Andrew was great. We were slightly disappointed they were out of Grouper until we got our appetizers and our entrées and everything was so delicious. My husband had the catch of the day blacken, and I had a shrimp and clam strip platter. Everything tasted fresh, was perfectly cooked and tender. I was surprised by the hush puppies. I am not always a fan and these were soft in the middle and crisp on the outside. Perfect for our low-key 13th Anniversary dinner. Good food and perfect mood for us. We will be back.
This was our first time eating here but let me tell you. What an amazing experience. From the wait staff to the food it was all amazing. I will say it is pricier but it is well worth the price!!!
Is was decent food not my favorite but Id go back.
Amazing drinks and shrimp! Definitely will be back!
Excellent location with some parking onsite and more across street. Food was great, portions were generous, prices fair. We were seated promptly, our server was diligent and attentive, and our drinks were strong. We will be back.
Great food friendly service 👌. A little wait but will worth it.
Our first time here. We will definitely be back. This was best seafood weve had in GA. The house is handicap accessible, but parking might be tricky for a van needing space for a ramp. Also the parking area is on quite a steep hill. Most tables are counter height, but there are 3 or 4 that are regular height. The food was excellent. We had peel n eat shrimp, fried shrimp, fried clams and fried oysters. All were delicious. Also, the roasted sweet potato was wonderful. Im so happy to have found a great seafood place close to home!
Perfect combo of great atmosphere and great food. Generous food portions at an affordable price with a friendly staff. I highly recommend!
Salmon pimento cheese, ahi tuna bruschetta, buffalo shrimp, hush puppies, Gouda Mac and cheese were all incredible! Service was a little inattentive and slow-starting, but it was overall a good experience.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our first dinner at Marker Seven! The shrimp on the platter were perfectly seasoned, lightly breaded and delicious! The blackened Snapper Catch of the Day was fresh and tasty. The roasted sweet potatoes were luke-warm but after my telling our server, we were quickly brought piping hot replacements. The bottled beer prices were reasonable. We thoroughly enjoyed our outdoor seating and were pleased with their Covid-19 protocol procedures. Our server was FANTASTIC. We WILL return SOON!
I normally dont trust seafood restaurants 400 miles inland, but I will make an exception for Marker 7. Definitely a hidden gem in athens- the grouper basket is excellent, and sometimes they have a market catch like snapper or amberjack, which you can get blackened. Excellent.
The parking is very limited (I had to park across the street in front of a vacant building). As far as the food goes, I had the fish tacos (great flavor and seasonings) , fried green tomatoes were very good, fried sweet potatoes were greasy but tasty. I loved the atmosphere (I ate outside). In spite of the limited parking, they still get 5 stars from me, especially with the food being good, prompt service, and good customer service! I value good customer service!
Consistently good food with a fun laid back atmosphere.Try the hushhuppies. Theyll make you slap yo mama.And grouper nuggets are great.
The decor was adorable, drinks were delightful. The staff was fantastic. The ONLY negative was the smoked Gouda Mac and cheese. It was dry and didn’t have any flavor. Other than that, it was great.
Great seafood in Athens and the service is great. Every dish I have ordered has been cooked to perfection and the flavors are great. Good place to come for a Sunday lunch or a nice Friday date night. The servers are very attentive and the restaurant doesnt over pack the dining room which keeps the atmosphere a little more intimate in the evenings. Always nicely decorated and they have corn hole out front to play if you have a wait.
Consistent quality, and portion sizes. Excellent food! And always exceptional service.
They charged us $80 for 2 cocktails and two dozen oysters. Both cocktails were absolutely horrible and served in a plastic cup. The oysters were tiny and left a horrible taste in your mouth all day. This was the most ridiculous price and the worst food and Cocktails Ive had in a very long time. I do not recommend at all.
Great seafood restaurant. Fresh food, very well seasoned and reasonably priced.
Really cool place, great food, and love the atmosphere 😄
Its our go to place in Athens. We love the deck and watching the bustle of Five Points. Food and service are great. Ask for Rachels station. Well be back. Go Dawgs!
We had reservations on Valentines day. Our party of 5 was seated immediately upstairs in a room wth a few other tables, so very cozy and quiet. The place was hoping, but service was fantastic, with our casual friendly server greeting us and taking orders, but runners bringing the food as soon as it was ready.The food was top quality with excellent preparations and seasonings. I had the blackened trigger fish, sweet potatoes and cole slaw after a buffalo shrimp appetizer. Unbelievably good! These are relatively simple dishes, but superbly prepared.Being from out of town, we had difficulty parking as the lot was full. I called the restaurant and they suggested a couple alternative spots to park.I highly recommend.
We had such a great experience because of our waitress Maddie! She’s amazing and we will be back because of such good service!! That is so hard to find these days!!!!
Was very nice, food was good. Looking forward to going again especially when we can set outside, 3 of us dined
This has become my go to in Athens. I love the food, I always try something new and it never disappoints! I love the calamari and the service is very good. I also like bringing my family members that visit here, the porch is a great place to relax with a delicious cocktail. Highly recommend.I absolutely love this place!! Excellent Bloody Marys. To die for grouper nuggets and oh so good fried oysters and shrimp
I love this place! We come here whenever were looking to have a nice night out. Nice location for outdoor seating, awesome views. My husband loves the oysters and any of the other seafood. They also have great drinks. Well definitely be back again!
It was not great food. Portions were bad. I got 3 small scallops appetizer for 15 dollars. Spicy shrimp tacos were murdered with excessive wing sauce. Great location and atmosphere, but the food was lacking.
Great fresh Southern cooking! The chicken salad was light and tasty. I had a bite of the crab cake sandwich and it was delicious. I was expecting something different, like lots of heavy fried food, but instead was pleasantly surprised by the freshness of our choices. I highly recommend this restaurant! Waitstaff is friendly too. We sat on the patio with our dog and were made to feel very welcomed.
So first off we went in at 2 and waited 25 minutes for steamed oysters. They literally had 4 tables and 2 of us left without receiving all of our food or one left complaining of cold food and having to get up and get all their own condiments. The manager seems to old for the job. Just stands outside being a hostess. The cooks were telling the F word from the kitchen and the bartender was yelling at them about how long it takes to make chicken . The customer sitting at the bar was asking peyton why he was mad and he had a terrible attitude.before the table next to us left they stated how horrible was and not coming back. Before we left we spoke to the manager who gave no response.
Fresh oysters, tasty drinks, perfectly cooked seafood and attentive wait staff(ask for Paul) makes for a delightful dining experience.
Incredibly overpriced for Applebee’s quality. Paid $23 for snapper (that was cooked well at least and the only reason this is two and not one star) covered in “Cajun Sauce”, ie Mayo with seasoned salt (think remoulade but made by an actual baby). Everything was over salted, including the Cole slaw(!). The Cole slaw was over salted, just wanted to say that again. Salad clearly came out the bottom of the bag. Tasted like sadness. Service was a joke. Our server, bless her heart, among other eyebrow raising moments offered us the bill within maybe ohhh let’s say five minutes of being served our entrees. She and the three of four other runners, bussers etc. ignored the dirty knife I was sat with and moved to the edge of the table throughout our meal. All of this would be totally excusable if we’d walked out of there at like 40 or even 50 bucks for our one app, two drinks and entrees, but our total was almost $90!! We honestly found the culmination of the food, service and price hilarious and laughed at what a joke this restaurant is all the way home.
I use to love the way their steak and shrimp tasted. I would always get the grill or fried shrimp with rice and macaroni and cheese.. or I would get the hush puppies with the tarter sauce. Since last year until now this place has went down significantly.. the tarter sauce taste like eggs... The rice still has water in them like Im eating mash potatoes. They had a great staff once before but now I dont know what they are doing. I would enjoy spending my money on the food there n the drinks... Now I rather eat at waffle House across the street. Sorry u guys no more business from me.
Most amazing find Ive found in several years. This place knows real seafood. Growing up on the gulf, we know fresh seafood and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of a off the beaten path coastal restaurant. This place took a little slice of gulf coast heaven and dropped it right in the middle of a north Atlanta town. WOW, is all I can say... a mid afternoon Thursday (typically a slow hohum cook would be working and you wouldnt expect much) and the food was perfection. Reminded me of a local gulf coast family run restaurant with good food, good music, and spectacular service. Everything we ordered was on point: shrimp, calamari, raw oysters (even in off season), the hush puppies were to die for, and nothing fried was over breaded (usually restaurants overbread their seafood and it conceals the natural good flavor), and the fish was out standing! A little more than we had budgeted for but OMG it was so worth it. The horrible part is this place is two hours away from us or I would go every day. Over the top place, you must try if you are ever near this area. Heck we will probably make a special trip here the next time we want REAL Gulf Coast food and atmosphere. On a side note we noticed later on the owner is from Tampa...it all made sense then. The owner has done a perfect job of a true Gulf Coast restaurant and bar. KUDOS to the owner and staff, they had my wife, daughter and I in awe.
Excellent food! The best seafood in Georgia away from St Simons. Service was poor. The wait staff could benefit from more training.
The food was fantastic! Service was good. Cooked and seasoned well. Had the Seafood Platter with shrimp and the COASTAL CATCH with blackened Red Snapper in a white wine butter sauce. Try the homemade honey mustard. Will definitely be going back!
Delicious, and great folks! Our server, Mike was super helpful, polite, and informative. He recommended the smoked salmon pimento spread which was amazing. Try it. The entrees were brought out quickly, which is especially impressive as they were busy and it was their first night with a new menu. My only regret was waiting so long to try it! Well be back.
For first time guest this place was exceptional. Our service was amazing from everyone. Our server was Dillon, he was amazing, our food was delicious and generous portions for the money. I ordered chicken strips and my boyfriend orders grouper. Well will definitely be returning real soon
Most miserable restaurant experience in my life. Stood out side for 45 minutes in the cold only to see a couple that arrived after my wife and I get seated inside leaving us no choice but to set outside in the cold. There are heaters but they do very little with wind blowing.
Ate here 8/8/19 and Really enjoyed this resturant. Appetizers are to die foe. Grouper nuggets are a cant miss. Fried Artichoke hearts were wonderful. All entrees were good. Our server was very friendly and knew their stuff.Very high recommendation
I’ve ridden past Marker Seven dozens of times on the way to school and have always wanted to try it. And though I had big expectations, it did not disappoint! The food was fantastic, and fast. There’s plenty of seating and the service is just like the food. The only complaint I have is that the parking is pretty rough. For a restaurant with plenty of capacity, they have a tiny parking lot. Their prices are also on the high side. But other than that, it’s become one of my favorite restaurants!
I think it is pricy for the amount of food you get. Still left hungry. The bar is small and noisy. Right in the dining area. The outside seating is cozy but noisy too, with traffic at the Five Points crossing.The bartenders seem to be more interested in chatting with regular local customers then serving newcomers.The food is good overall, but small portions for the price you pay. When ordering a cocktail from the bar, make sure to request little ice!!!!! Otherwise, the pack the glass so full with ice, you have very little of a cocktail.
Had dinner here for the first time tonight with my wife and four kids. We all loved it. Great food and really cool atmosphere. I had calamari and Cajun shrimp platter. Food was delicious. Highly recommend.
Oysters are delicious. Mahi Mahi sandwich is best ever had. Service is awesome. Highly recommend. Great value too.
Just as advertised, they bring the feel of a coastal restaurant into Athens. Their smoked salmon pimento cheese spread is yummy. Key lime pie, made in-house, is delicious! Everything was good. Friendly and helpful service and good seafood in an environment with a coastal vibe.
Great dinner! Food and service was great! Always enjoy meals here!Server very pleasant and patient.
I went here after graduation with my family. The greeter had an attitude saying we should have called and made a reservation. I thought his customer service skills left a bit more to be desired, especially when people come from out of town and perhaps dont know what they want to eat. The server made up for the greeter, because he was polite. I would not go back. The food was okay, but not special.
Had first time out social distance dinner with friends. Marker 7 was very professional and did a great job with service and food was consistent as always. Such a tried and true place. Feel like you are at the beach in 5 pts Athens.
The food, atmosphere and service were top notch. I enjoyed every minute of my meal! Thanks so much for the amazing dinner!
Food quality has been weak for many years, so the value is not great. Chris needs to use better quality staples and ingredients. Only thing going for it is location and atmosphere.
This is one of my favorite places to eat in Athens. The seafood is always good, the cocktails are strong, and the porch is always a great place to just relax, watch traffic and catch up with friends.
My husband and I came to enjoy some good seafood and Im always sceptical about eating seafood when I cant see the ocean from my table, but never the less we tried it.We did have to park across the street from the restaurant as they have very limited parking, but there was no wait what so ever when we walked in the door at 7:30pm Tuesday night.The atmosphere here is delightful. Very layed back and kid-friendly (big deal to me as a mother of a two year old.)We ordered the muscles as an appetizer and I was absolutely blown away by how delicious they were. Could have been my entree and I would have left a happy girl.My entree of choice was the shrimp and grits. There was more meat than grits in my opinion and the dish was bursting with flavor!We absolutely loved it here and will be back for sure!!!
Better bring your handkerchief if you plan on dining here ladies and gentlemen because the food is so delicious it’ll bring tears to your eyes! Seriously though the food was amazing service unbeatable and over all atmosphere was relaxed but fun. Would highly recommend the triggerfish sandwich.
Good seafood, prices are acceptable. The staff could be a bit better dressed, not wearing their daily clothes without any gown are anything. Didnt know we have to check in inside and just sit outside and got scolded by the server for that :(
As a local, I visit a restaurant 3 times before writing a review. In only 1 of those 3 occasions was I somewhat satisfied with this establishment. Their servers were slow and inattentive. The food isnt any higher quality than your average seafood restaurant, and they seem to fry a lot of items to cover up for freshness. I will not be returning.
The food was great. The waitress was very friendly. They were out of shrimp which made a few orders change. Its a little pricey. $170 for a group of 5 but we will go back.
Overall very good. My clam strips were over over cooked and thats why I deducted a star. They never should have been brought to our table. Quality control is what makes or breaks a restaurant. 3 years later.......clamstrips were a huge plate of grease.
Fantastic food and atmosphere!
Loved the food, tastes great. Wide variety menu. Helpful staff to assist with choices. Outdoor seating available. Parking available.
Where to even begin with how horrible my experience here was... We waited an hour for our food and watched another table come, order, and leave before we even got our food. When we did finally get our food, it was lukewarm. My grilled fish was overcooked and my broccoli was basically raw. The flavor was fine, it was edible enough but it wasnt worth 20+ dollars. To top if off, when the bill came, they had added an automatic 18% gratuity. We were a low-maintenance table of six and frankly that waitress didnt do anything to earn that kind of tip. We had been there for an hour and a half, of which only 10 minutes was spent eating. So I went up and asked to talk to the manager. I wasnt happy with the wait time, the food or the service, but all I asked is that she remove the automatic gratuity. She acted extremely defensively and started guilt tripping me saying that her poor wait staff was working hard and didnt I know that an hour and half turn around on a table is normal at a nice restaurant (its a grill with paper napkins). I tried to explain the situation, that we had only spent all of 10 minutes eating during that hour and a half, the food wasnt hot, we had watched a table come and go. She basically repeated her argument again without paying attention to what I had said and said since we wouldnt pay for our waitress, she would. By the end of her tirade she was downright rude and belligerent and although, she did return the tip charged to our cards, she slapped the money down on the table when she did so. So in all, the food was subpar and overpriced, and the manager is just plain rude.
They have changed their recipe and menu. My wife and I loved their batter they used to use on the fish but now its fairly bland, and they dont serve the sweet potato chips anymore (they WERE awesome). Unfortunately this will be our last visit. This is another restaurant in Athens that has become mediocre due to menu and recipe (on purpose or accidental) changes.
Good food, and drinks.nice patio
Really enjoy the food well served fast service. I tried the gumbo soup very good also the oysters Rockefeller the crab cakes.bruscheta good..overall experience very good
Absolutely phenomenal!!!! Tomato basil crab chowder is the best I’ve ever had in my entire life. I’d post a pic but we ate the food too quickly
Awesome seafood...service is great....cool atmosphere... clean...not as long of a wait to be seated...highly recommend
The brunch menu is one of my favorites. Unique omelettes and huge salads. Their house hot sauce is delicious too. And with that said, affordable for a seafood brunch with drink specials for mimosas and bloody marys.
The food was well worth the wait. Make sure you go when its not dinner rush. Overall the staff was happy to accommodate us with anything we asked. (We had a birthday dinner)
Great food. Loved our dinner. Nice, helpful and informative staff.
Decided to go eat at Marker Seven this Sunday evening, we had just dropped son off at his dorm and we were in the area in the mood for seafood. The restaurant seemed busy enough for a Sunday but lots of empty tables, so we anticipated no wait to be seated. While we waited on the hostess, i noticed their hours and they close at 9 pm. It was 8:45 when my husband and I got there.We were told so sorry but our kitchen has closed for the evening. I asked him does the kitchen stay open until 9:00? He said not tonight because we ran out of food. Shouldnt a restaurant thats open until 9 pm seat you up until that time? Then lock the door so no customers enter after 9 pm.Well Marker 7 youre not so great per your other reviews with your rude manager and tacking on 18% gratuity for a table of 6.You just lost another customer.
My friends and I went to here to celebrate two of our friends birthdays. We had reservations and were seated promptly. The experience started off fine until 45 minutes after ordering we still didnt have our food and a table of four who had been seated after us where almost done eating their food. We asked our waitress where our food was at and their manager came over to tell us that it was being plaited right now. She also decided it was necessary to say that the cooking time stamp was 30 minutes. So either she was lying to us or our waitress had put in our order 15 minutes late. Either way our food was not being plaited right then cause we didnt get it until 15 minutes later. On top of that our food was not hot in fact most of it was barely warm. We ate fast since we where trying to make a 9 show and it was already 8:45 by this point, even though we got there at 7:30. We had decided to let it go since it was our friends birthday and it wasnt worth causing a fuss over. But when we got our checks there was an applied gratuity of 18%! We where a table of 6 so we were not a large party and the tip was the only way we wished to express our displeasure. We understood that this was not all the waitresss fault but she wasnt an amazing server so shed didnt deserve an 18% tip to begin with. One of our friends went to complain and this is where the experience went from a bad dinner to the worst restaurant experience of my life. The manager basically wrote my friend off, tried to guilt us into giving the full tip and was out right rude and disrespectful to us. We were not demanding free food or any kind of compensation for the late and cold food, we just didnt want to pay an 18% tip. The manager also tried to tell us that at 7:30 on a Friday night its normal for people to be here for an hour and a half. Yeah if at least 40 of those minutes is spent eating. We spent maybe 10 minutes eating as I said earlier. She finally said she would take off the tip and she would cover whatever we didnt pay, which was fine, we actually admired the fact that she wanted to take care of her wait staff but what we didnt appreciate was her attitude to us. A little later she comes over and tells us that the system wont allow them to remove the tip so here is the tip in cash, shes paying it for us and proceeds to through the money down on the table and stomp off. I have never been treated worse at a restaurant and will never be coming back.
I just finished throwing up the lunch I had here. Mightve been the oysters, mightve been the grouper. Either way, lunch was just as bland coming up as going down. The two star rating is solely for the dessert. I had the chocolate bourbon pecan pie and it was the only redeeming quality about this restaurant.
Decent fried seafood. Soupy shrimp and grits.slow but friendly service. Lots of TVs. A seafood shack atmosphere with a nice deck in decent weather overlooking the 5 points traffic.
Food was excellent! Service was great! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a laid back atmosphere for a nice dinner with descent prices.
Went out to eat with my fiance and young daughter. The hostess was very polite and we were told their would be a 15 minute wait which is fine. Just to see 2 groups of college age kids with the same table number of 2 people get seated before useven though they arrived after us. Needless to say we left and had dinner elsewhere. And this was the restaurants second chance for us. My fiance with with a friend to have drinks. When she asked the waitress what their wine selection was the waitress told my fiance to get up and go ask the bartender because she didnt know. Poor staff and poor service they will not get another try from us.
Very disappointed in meal today. I ordered shrimp basket with hush puppies and crispy fries. The fries were wilted and the hush puppies were burned. When I mentioned this to the manager her said well u asked for crispy I said crispy fries not burned hush puppies he said o ok. Thats the last I saw of them till check came. Not even refilling drinks were managed.
If you are craving amazing fresh seafood in Walton County or the Athens area, this place is hands down the best weve found. Im eating my way through their entire menu and havent found anything that didnt blow my expectations out of the water!
Great ambiance, fantastic service, great food. Whats not to love? Havebthebfriend green tomatoes and shrimp & grits.
Delicious and uncrowded. We were seated and forgotten for quite some time ... they comped us an appetizer to make up for it and we were delighted!
Fantastic patio. Highly recommend the fried artichokes. Oyster specials were great too and their special hot sauce is a little smoke and a little heat. Loved it!
Honestly disappointed. I took my mom there for her birthday. The service was great but the food was less than expected. Average food at best...definitely wont be going here again and wouldnt reccomend it.
We had the grouper nuggets and trigger fish sandwich. Both are very good. We have been there several times over last couple of years. One day well try something else, I guess.
Great place grouper bites was the best I ever had
The seafood is great and the quality is consistent. Great service and a decent beer menu.
Evelyns Eve was a great compliment to the good food and pricing. Very happy and we will return. Thank u
Great food for a Great game!Go Dawgs
A bit higher priced than the food called for, granted I did just have the burger. I can understand the premium for fresh sea food in Athens, GA. Overall I enjoyed the meal but nothing to hit it out of the park.
Our kids who go to UGA love this place. Got some great wine recommendations for our meals 👍
My family and I always love coming here!Good vibes! And Great food!
The food is fantastic, great atmosphere and ice-cold beer on the deck. Cant beat it.
Had to wait 15mins even tho we had a reservation, but the service was awesome. Our waiter Christian was excellent and the food was worth the wait time. Will definitely be back again
Great seafood! You wouldnt think you could get such good seafood so far in land but you absolutely can. Weve eaten there multiple times and havent been disappointed with anything.
We went for lunch. The food was delicious. We went around 1 PM we didnt have to wait for a table. Its a cute little restaurant with a small bar and sports on TV.
Great food, drinks and our waitress Rachel, was awesome.
This place was the bomb the food was out of sight everything was just right really I enjoyed the waiter was very nice and handsome I must say out of town visiting this is the place
Food was just ok but I thought it was over priced.. Considering all the other choices we have in the Athens area I would not choose this place again. I felt it was over priced for what it was. Again the food was good but not for the price. I would picked any of a number of places to go in the same area before I went back here.
Great food, great staff
Very nice crab cakes. White gouda mac and cheese was quite good, as was the grilled asparagus
New one to me but it was great... would definitely recommend!!!
Very good food, priced reasonably. Wait staff was outstanding. One of the most enjoyable places to eat in Athens Georgia.
The food was ok but our server was rude. You could tell he did not want to be there or even remotely liked his job. Not a great first and last experience.
Great food, awesome porch and location, well trained and friendly staff!!! Our new favorite place to eat in Athens.
A good meal with decent service. It has an open atmosphere, with an upstairs, downstairs, and outside seating. The food is good, with a decent variety of selections. Parking is fairly limited though.
If you like seafood this is the place to go in Athens! Great drinks, service, food, and prices!
Got seated right away on the patio, was looking forward to the meal, NEVER GOT WAITED ON, even after we asked. People that sat after we did were waited on happily. So disappointed...
Good southern sea food. The prices are a little high for a casual restaurant but the quality is excellent. The staff are really nice.
It is always a great time when we dine at Marker Seven. When eating you feel like you are on the coast, not in the middle of Athens. The staff is very accommodating as well.
This place has the best seafood in Athens and the key lime pie was delicious as well. We will definitely be back.
Grouper bites were Ahhhhhhhmazzzzing!!!! Scallops and grits and shrimp tacos also very well prepared and flavorful.
Last time we visited, this place was less than optimal but we thought wed give it another try and we sure are glad we did. Once again, it is living up to its prior reputation as being an excellent choice for great Seafood
Excellent food and service! Had a great late lunch prior to dropping our daughter off at UGA.
Crab cakes are good.
Wonderful food, great atmosphere, the closest to being at the beach without being at the beach you can get! Love this place!
Atmosphere & Food are Great! Our server Nicki was wonderful! If your ever in Athens, I highly recommend visiting!
Great food, atmosphere, & service. Perfect restaurant for Athens, GA. Definitely recommend.
Food was really good. I had the burger one of the better Burgers Ive had an Athens. Be aware that its kind of pricey but a definite go
Excellent as usual. Fresh seafood, savory sides and service beyond compare. Consistently satisfying. Thank you Marker 7!
A favorite place to celebrate birthdays. As a seafood lover I value their fresh variety, always an excellent experience
Amazing Service ❤ Amazing Food ❤Highly recommend! 1st ever tried 🥑 bites- Yummy!
I’m a regular here... don’t even need the menu. It’s one of my favorites. Most everything is good and they don’t seem to mind special orders.
Great food and service, reasonable prices. Parking can be a problem however. But dont let this deter you from dining here.
Pleasant atmosphere, friendly and unobtrusive service, with good, but not great, food. Definitely recommended.
Food was good portions were adequate our server was great service a little slow but worth the wait. will definitely come back
The food is pretty good, but the inside was a bit drafty due to it being cold and raining. The staff was really helpful to my friend with dietary restrictions.
I love the food there and the service is always great. a little bit on the expensive side but its nice to treat yourself every once in awhile.
Yassss!!!!! fried green tomatoes and fish bites
Shrimp Caesar Wrap and the Salmon BLT were both good, loved the fries.
Went today, 5-5-19, service was horrible!! They weren’t even that busy!! I frequent the restaurant and have had great service and great food, but today, not so much!! Disappointed!!
Extremely neat place. Lovely food prep, taste, and service.
Food and service 5 STARS!
Awesome atmosphere! Great out deck, the oysters are delicious and the service is top notch.
Food was good, Mika was great - love his energy & service.
Highly recommend sitting on the deck. Our server was the best!
Food is ok not great. Portions are small for the price. I probably wouldnt go back. Too many other great places in Athens.
Great food - Great Service - Reasonably Priced. If you like seafood, Marker 7 is a great option.
Super nice people super cool place huge portions reasonably priced Ill be back
Love this place! Great ambience, staff, and food.
Fabulous food and service. Biggest tip Ive ever given. Cant wait to go back.
Best fried shrimp in Athens. Good as St Simons.
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for Marker Seven Coastal Grill 2023:
Review №1
2022-01-06Amazing seafood!! So insanely tasty! Our waiter was also extremely friendly, patient & knowledgeable about the menu/specials & the beer selections. Cant wait to go back!
Review №2
2022-04-09The food is nice and the server is very friendly. I like the fish and grit. It’s delicious! Oyster Rockefeller is tasty too!
Review №3
2022-02-13Outstanding dining experience...outdoor seating on deck made setting casual, but food quality was high end...Lemon Sherry Scallops over Red Mule grits was delicious as was Red Snapper fish...enjoyed Buffalo Shrimp appetizer...looking forward to my next visit
Review №4
2022-03-29We had an early dinner. The food was delicious! The service was good and the atmosphere was relaxed. I definitely recommend this place to others. Actually, it was recommended to me. I must send a thank you. Lol!
Review №5
2022-04-16Really good lunch out on the deck. A little cool so the heaters were on. Outstanding food and drinks
Review №6
2022-02-02Very laid back place but the food was Top Shelf...I ordered Shrimp Pesto and chose it over Shrimp and Grits...And it was an excellent decision...Now Im wondering how good the grits/Shrimp would have been...The girls got Crusted Mahi and Fresh catch with sweet potatoes and Mac and Cheese...We all came away stuffed yet very happy with our choices
Review №7
2022-04-22Enjoyed the food very much and the fried green tomatoes were awesome. Oysters super fresh will be returning next trip through Athens
Review №8
2021-12-29Excellent food. Blackened salmon sandwich was reminiscent of coastal fare. Service was great and reasonably priced. Outdoor patio area was nice leave to relax and enjoy a spicy Bloody Mary.
Review №9
2022-04-11Fantastic food, friendly staff, and decently priced. Large portions, so we shared appetizers for the table on our second visit.
Review №10
2022-03-09My husband and I ate here for our 20th wedding anniversary. The food was very good. Not too overly priced. I loved the shrimp taco and the hush puppies were very good. Husband got the basil poblano shrimp pesto, he said it was great. We would eat here again. Parking can be a bit crowded but wouldn’t stop me from coming back.