Cali N Tito's

Cali N Tito's is a small shack on S Lumpkin Street that has no business being as good as it is. The restaurant has racked up over 2,600 reviews with a 4.7 star rating, making it one of the most popular and highest rated restaurants in Athens, GA. The Latin American menu pulls from Peruvian and Cuban traditions, and the execution is remarkably consistent for a place that serves this many people at this price point. The menu is large and covers a lot of ground. Burritos, tacos, empanadas, rice bowls, and platters fill the board, with fish tacos being a particular favorite among regulars. Vegan and vegetarian options are plentiful and treated with the same care as the rest of the menu. Pricing is firmly in the $ category, with most plates coming in under $12. For the quality you get, the value is difficult to beat anywhere in Athens. The space itself is part of the charm. Each table is painted to represent a different country's flag, and the ceiling is covered with flags from around the world. The eclectic decor matches the energy of the food: colorful, unpretentious, and fun. Cali N Tito's is BYOB with a small corkage fee, which is a nice perk and keeps the overall cost of a meal even lower. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. Lines can form during peak hours, especially on weekend evenings, but they move reasonably quickly. The S Lumpkin Street location is near the UGA campus and easily accessible from downtown Athens. Cash and cards are accepted.