The Farm Cart

The Farm Cart on Baxter Street started as a food cart at the Athens Farmers Market in 2015, where Iwalani and Michael Farfour sold biscuit sandwiches to hungry farmers and market patrons. The success of the cart led to a brick and mortar restaurant in 2019, and with over 360 reviews at 4.7 stars, The Farm Cart has become one of the most respected breakfast and brunch spots in Athens, GA. The menu is built around biscuits that are made fresh and served with fillings that range from classic Southern to creative and unexpected. The Gravy Train, the Fire Bird, and the chicken biscuit are favorites that regulars order without looking at the menu. Pimento cheese grits, specialty lattes, and house made sides round out an offering that turns a simple breakfast into something worth talking about. What makes The Farm Cart special is the farm connection. Iwalani grows some of the ingredients at Full Moon Farm, an organic vegetable farm she has run alongside the restaurant. Her mother, Carole, is the baker. The family operation shows in the food, which has a warmth and intention that comes from people who care about where their ingredients come from and how they are prepared. The Baxter Street location has both indoor and outdoor seating, with a patio adorned with vines and flowers that creates a charming dining environment. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday for breakfast and brunch, closing at 2 PM. The space is not large, so weekend mornings can involve a short wait.