Clocked!Diner

Clocked opened in 2001 on W Washington Street in downtown Athens with a straightforward idea: take the classic American diner and make it better. The result is a colorful, retro space serving burgers, shakes, and comfort food made with ingredients that set it apart from any other diner you have been to. Everything at Clocked is organic, certified humane, and certified carbon neutral. The beef is all natural. No pesticides, no growth hormones, no ammonia, no antibiotics. The burgers are the star, and they should be. The Hamburger Raw on a buttery H+F roll with a top secret sauce is the one that keeps people coming back. Beyond the burgers, the menu includes pasta, fish and chips, and a strong lineup of vegetarian and vegan options that do not feel like afterthoughts. The milkshakes are thick, creative, and made with organic ingredients. The diner vibe is genuine and fun. Bright colors, playful decor, and a soundtrack that matches the energy. It does not feel like a restaurant trying to be quirky. It feels like a place that has been doing things its own way since before that was trendy. The crowd is a mix of UGA students, downtown workers grabbing lunch, and families who appreciate being able to feed their kids food that is actually good for them. Clocked is open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM. The W Washington Street location sits in the middle of downtown Athens, easy to reach on foot from campus or any of the surrounding bars and venues. Expect a wait during peak lunch and dinner hours, but the line moves quickly. Pricing is moderate for the quality of ingredients you are getting.