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It’s that time of year, when Boybutante takes over The National for the most sequined brunch around. Come out to support the Boybutante AIDS Foundation over hot brunch and even hotter drag performances by the sassiest dames in Athens. Tickets are available at dragbrunch2018.brownpapertickets.com 🌟

Pacific Rock Crab Pasta with swiss chard, onion, lemon, chili flake and creme fraiche #pastaoftheweek

Meet Shannon Lane, one of our newer ladies behind the bar but an immediate staple. After years of experience at The Royal Peasant she’ll make about as great conversation as the drinks she serves up. Shannon’s also the creator of Norman Trou, a calvados sour to cleanse and excite the palate #thebaratthenational #bartendersofthenational

Have you seen the menu for our Italian Wine Dinner on October 16? Take a look for yourself at https://mailchi.mp/b81c42dcd67f/explore-the-small-family-winemakers-of-uva-imports-on-october-16 Seats are going fast! $65 per guest for five courses with wine pairings, at 6:30pm on 10/16

We ready. Our new fall cocktail list has some serious accessories 🍹

Happy Homecoming Weekend, to all dawgs current and former 🐾 Don’t forget to leave a little extra time to locate parking when you head downtown tonight. As the Homecoming Parade lines up on Hancock Ave, be advised that parking will be unavailable on our street until 7pm. Other street closures in the early evening include parts of Pulaski, Clayton, Washington and Thomas Streets

The Athens Farmers Market Harvest Feast is this Sunday! Just a small amount of tickets remain, and we know you'll want a seat at this table. Check out the amazing menu brought to you by local chefs and farmers, and purchase your tickets via our website at http://www.thenationalrestaurant.com/chefs-blog/harvestfeast2018

The weekend’s not over yet, there’s still this. Rock Shrimp Pasta with black spaghetti in a tomato sauce with fennel, basil and aleppo

On Sunday, October 7, join your favorite farmers, chefs, artisans and craft brewers, mixologists and sommeliers on The Hill for the 8th Annual Autumn Harvest Feast. The Autumn Harvest Feast was created as a way to raise money to support the critical and powerful SNAP Doubling Program at the Athens Farmers Market. For 8 years, this has been the organization's largest project to increase food access in the Athens Community. Since the doubling program began in 2010, the market has doubled $352,420 to $704,840, all thanks to funds raised at events such as the Autumn Harvest Feast. We hope to see you there! Purchase your tickets today at http://athensfarmersmarket.net/autumn-harvest-feast/

Welcome to the lunch menu, our new Club Sandwich, with house turkey breast, Black Forest ham, Tillamook cheddar, housemade bacon, avocado mayo, lettuce, tomato and red onion on sourdough. As always, our sandwiches are served with fries and a green salad. #thenationalforlunch

Find yourself with first access to the selection of over 175 Georgia native plant species at the opening reception for this year’s Plant Sale at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at UGA on Wednesday, October 3. Enjoy plant-inspired specialty beverages from The Expat and snacks from us at The National. Tickets available now at http://botgarden.uga.edu/event/native-plant-sale-opening/

Rock Shrimp al Ajillo, sautéed with Spanish chorizo, garlic, chili, leeks, roasted tomato and sherry, served with arugula and toast

Catch us celebrating #arthousetheaterday today at @cineathens with free screenings and more!

On special today, Steelhead Trout Cakes on a bed of arugula with marinated onions, radish, roasted cherry tomatoes and cucumber, with remoulade and chives #thenationalforlunch

The Power Lunch is our seasonal veggie plate, and a constantly changing staple on the lunch menu. Don’t forget, you can always opt to add a protein...or two or three. #thenationalforlunch #fallupdates

Hints of fall in the air, as the Cucumber Gazpacho takes its leave and Roasted Squash soup with pistachios, scallions and a touch curry steps right in

Happy Labor Day! We’re closed for the day - have fun!

It’s Pride Month in Athens! All month, we’ll donate $1 for each of this ✨magic 🌈 cocktail we sell | The Butterfly & The Bee, features @barrhillgin , lemon and @bearhughoney infused with marigold petals and orange zest, served over color-changing butterfly pea flower ice #athenspride2018 #athenspride

The impossible is possible! Check out the @theimpossibleburger here at The National, now served with pimento cheese and fried green tomato 🤤 It’s the meatiest veggie burger around #thenationalforlunch #godawgs

On Sunday, November 19 at 6pm, we gather at the table together for the 2nd annual Vegan Beer Dinner at The National. Featuring Creature Comforts's Table Beer, a beer meant to enjoy with food and friends, this dinner honors gratitude through dinner at communal tables, pouring beer for one another and giving thanks. Tickets are sold in advance at https://tablebeer.brownpapertickets.com - $65 including a 3-course family-style dinner, beer pairings, tax and gratuity