Catfish Palace — Restaurant in Athens

We visited for the first time ever on a night that they had people singing gospel music. The music was the only thing good that I can say about the place. The food was absolutely horrible to the point of inedible. We didn't even finish our meal. The wait staff was just as bad as the food. We couldn't get their attention to take our order. When we finally did get to order, the food was not good at all and when the lady brought it to us she asked if we needed anything else and also gave us our ticket right then and NEVER RETURNED to our table to check on us. Both waitresses walked right by our table several times and we literally could not get their attention. At one point they completely disappeared from the dining room for about 20 minutes. We had to go to the kitchen door to ask for a refill on our drinks. When the lady FINALLY came to refill them she asked if we were doing ok and we told her no we were not ok and she had the nerve to tell us that "sometimes it is valued to not be ok". I have to wonder why you would EVER say that to a customer that you are supposed to be taking care of and probably expecting a tip from. Needless to say I don't think we will be back. The photos I am sharing are of the food that we didn't finish. You can see where a piece of chicken was burnt and some of the fish was almost burnt and too dry to eat. This meal was just not worth the $28 and change that we had...

When we first walked in, we were the only ones there. That quickly changed. People started coming in and the dining room was filling up. Our waitress/hostess Stacy was so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. This place really delivers on their fried fish and shrimp! Everything tasted good! I was really impressed by the hush puppies! They had a hint of heat and they were soft.... not rock hard like most places. Stacy was working the room effortlessly, waiting on everyone while keeping my tea glass filled. To anyone who has read my reviews before, they know I do not like waiting on refills. Stacy did not disappoint! The tea tastes good and not weak. That too is a plus! The restaurant itself has a laid-back atmosphere, which I love! It was my first time visiting. It will not be my last time! Give this place a try. You will not be...

We stopped at this restaurant on a whim. There was only one car in the lot and you know what that usually means....but I couldn't have been more wrong. We were immediately greeted by the friendliest, cutest, most cheerful waitress, Nicole. She was very efficient and attentive the entire time. We ordered fish and shrimp. While we waited Nicole brought us the most delicious coleslaw and a hush puppy and our drinks of course.

When our food came, the portions were very large and appeared appetizing. The fish had a great crunch but was tender inside. Shrimp were large and well seasoned, cooked to perfection. The fries were coated, which I always love.

If I lived in Athens I would definitely be a regular. Actually considering a road trip to bring my husband. This is definitely a hidden...