As Athens restaurants, bars and eateries adjust to changing policies and conditions during the coronavirus pandemic, their operations change frequently. Hereâs this weekâs roundup of restaurant news. Donât forget to stay up to date on hours of operations, service options and contact information with our comprehensive restaurant guide.
Athens Bagel Company is closed indefinitely
According to social media posts, Athens Bagel Co. is experiencing âunforeseen circumstancesâ that will keep its doors closed until further notice. Owner David Asman cited issues with the building s overhead sprinkler system in an email. Keep an eye out for updated news, though Asman said extensive repairs are required before reopening. In the meantime, Mollyâs Coffee and Jittery Joeâs has a limited selection of bagels from the downtown spot.
As Athens restaurants, bars and eateries adjust to changing policies and conditions during the coronavirus pandemic, their operations change frequently. Hereâs this weekâs roundup of restaurant news. Donât forget to stay up to date on hours of operations, service options and contact information with our comprehensive restaurant guide.
Athens Bagel Company is closed indefinitely
According to social media posts, Athens Bagel Co. is experiencing âunforeseen circumstancesâ that will keep its doors closed until further notice. Owner David Asman cited issues with the building s overhead sprinkler system in an email. Keep an eye out for updated news, though Asman said extensive repairs are required before reopening. In the meantime, Mollyâs Coffee and Jittery Joeâs has a limited selection of bagels from the downtown spot.
Fans of the long-revered, recently departed Gyro Wrap who have despaired about the lack of pita-encased delights available in downtown Athens can now breathe a little easier.
The iconic Gyro Wrap closed last summer after some 40 years in business, but a new emporium – Munch Hut Deli & Store – has opened its doors in Gyro Wrap’s old home on East Broad Street, and showcased on the menu of sandwiches, bowls and salads is the beloved gyro.
“I had to bring the gyros back because it is my honor to take over what used to be Gyro Wrap and that food is from my home – it’s the food of my people and it’s sentimental for the place,” said Munch Hut owner Felix Ahmed, who is known on a first-name basis to customers.
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