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Casa Nueva Restaurant & Cantina

6 W State St, Athens, OH 45701
740-592-2016
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Ranked #6 of 44 restaurants in Athens
Price range: $3 - $20
Cuisines: American, Mexican
Good for: Bar scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
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Washington, DC
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27 reviews 27 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

I stayed a night in Athens and had dinner at this creative restaurant in town. All the menu items had a unique twist to old favorites. I ordered the quesadilla and had several homemade salsas to choose from ranging in spiciness and flavor. I wish I could have come back because there were so many interesting entrees. The service was... More

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Cambridge, Ohio
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

While visiting our daughter in Athens, she took us to Casa Nueva for dinner (she loves this place). The setting is very "Athens" in that it is quirky, interesting and fun. We had really good appetizers and the food which are mostly "in season" selections was very good. This restaurant has vegan selections as well as local meat selections and... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

I was referred here by folks at Jorma Kaukonen's Fur Peace Ranch after a long weekend of playing guitar. Good choice: the people were nice, the food was good. It's a "Mexican-influenced" cuisine, but without the horrific failings most faux-Mexican places in the U.S. have (too much sauce, too much cheese, etc.). It's aimed at vegetarians, but their menu options... More

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Durham, North Carolina
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013 via mobile

We needed a table for 7 and the wait was long but it wasn't awful because we enjoyed drinks and apps while waiting. It was a high energy crowd even for a Sunday with couples and families enjoying the food and friendship. I really enjoyed my breakfast burrito and the bloody marys were delicious. A great restaurant with great food... More

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Athens, Ohio
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

Food is good and everything is organic, they purchase everything from a farmers market and the prices reflect it. Food is delicious but it's served "a la carte"

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Santa Fe
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181 reviews 181 reviews
137 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
116 helpful votes 116 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

The food is decent, my college student always likes to take us here when we are in town. I've never experienced such slow service in my life. If you order in the bar, you have to flag down a bartender who submits it to the kitchen. Then, you wait until a bizarre bingo board signals you to pick up your... More

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Athens, Ohio
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

If you are into waiting and then waiting some more Casa is for you. Good food. Bad service, Everyone moves at turtle speed and dose not seem to care! Tips are now included that has just mad it worse...worker owned is not working.

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Athens, Ohio
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Hands down coolest, most delicious, funkiest (in an awesome way), most local, organic, hip, friendly, fun restaurant on the Planet. I grew up in Athens on Casa food and I've traveled the world since, eating many incredible meals. I still crave Casa Nueva and long for my return and the moment when I can indulge in the most wonderful food... More

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Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

Stopped in for lunch with a friend and my 3 year old daughter. The food was fantastic, and my daughter was thrilled to have a pancake with real maple syrup & butter for lunch! It's very casual, and the service was very good. I was very impressed with the cleanliness if the restaurant and the bathroom! If you're looking for... More

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Nelsonville, Ohio
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41 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

Been eaten here for almost 14 years & it's one of my favorite restaurants of all time. Too many favorites to list! Everything I have ever tried here was super tasty! Don't forget dessert either, but be prepared if you order the Seasonal Smackdown. It's called that for a reason (gigantic brownie sundae that will whoop your buns).

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