The Red and Black

Issue date: 6/8/08 Section: UGA 101

Media Credit: MIKE COMER Clint Boling blocks for Knowshon Moreno [Click to enlarge]

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There's an unspoken rule between parents and students here at the University.

When the folks come to visit, the kiddos can expect a good meal. You'll find yourself exploring several of Athens' staple restaurants, late nights at the Grill, brunches at the Grit, Southern dinners at Five Star Day … and luckily, they are all in a student's budget. But what about those that aren't?

Here's a little guide of where to take the folks when they're in town, but keep them coming back for more.

Most of Athens' most well-known restaurants for finer dining are conveniently located along Broad Street. Harry Bissett's is a New Orleans -inspired seafood spot, where their eclectic lunch and dinner specials are always good choices.

They have mastered many elements of New Orleans cuisine, but many people come for the oyster bar. Try to avoid this spot on gameday weekends and Saturday late nights - it often becomes too loud to hold a conversation.

Cross Jackson Street and you'll spot EastWest Bistro, one of the Classic City's best places for a romantic date. But if your party requires more than seats for two, the restaurant has oversized booths that can fit up to 10 people.

The food is just as you would predict - some from the East, some from the West. Its salmon and rice paper dish is a often noted in restaurant reviews, but some of their more experimental dishes are much more noteworthy. Try their chicken coconut soup or any of their unique personal pizzas.

Only a few steps away lies a carnivore's craving, Porterhouse Grill. This is often a chosen spot for the precursor to fraternity/sorority events, but there is also a big family crowd.

Although this is considered a four-star restaurant, don't feel uncomfortable wearing jeans.

In addition to filet mignon, prime rib, and New York strip this restaurant also masters duck and rabbit.

Just a few blocks away, on Clayton Street lies the Last Resort. But don't let the name fool you, this consistently busy lunch and dinner spot often accumulates an hour-long waitlist. But it is absolutely worth it. Their daily pasta dishes are always winners, and surprisingly affordable.

Make sure to order the crab cake appetizer and save room for dessert! When you walk into the door you can't miss the glass case of beautiful cakes and pies.

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