The Pine Bar

Name: The Pine Bar
Address: 1235 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA, 30605, US
Telephone: +17063956278
Price range: $$$

AmericanBar/Pub Fare$$$Athens

$$$ · Expensive
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1235 S Milledge Ave
Athens, GA 30605
+17063956278
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About

The Pine Bar serves tapas and wood-fired oysters, with patio seating, a full bar, and daily happy hour.

The Pine Bar serves tapas, wood-fired oysters, and cheese & charcuterie.

Seating is inside and on the patio, and there is a full bar with wine choices.

Reservations are recommended, and happy hour is offered daily.

Known for

Wood-fired oysters
Patio seating
Full bar
Daily happy hour

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Hours

Monday	5 PM – 9 PM
Tuesday	5 PM – 9 PM
Wednesday	5 PM – 9 PM
Thursday	5 PM – 9 PM
Friday	5 PM – 9 PM
Saturday	11 AM – 2 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Sunday	11 AM – 2 PM5 PM – 9 PM

Location

1235 S Milledge Ave · Athens, Athens

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Full bar
Outdoor seating
Happy hour
Reservations recommended

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