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February 2024 by Shannon Elizabeth
I really enjoyed my experience here. Just a couple snags that kept me from rating 5 stars all around. I had an early reservation for 2 at 530. It was my first time there, so I was 5 minutes late (location is a little confusing, gps, and pull into the parking lot before you pass the restaurant, or you have to go around). They only had one other table with guests, but they sat us at a very small table in the middle of the room. My very tall friend was ducking and crouching so as not to be hit with the hanging decoration just above his head. It seemed strange to seat us at that table. The service was excellent otherwise. The food came quickly, and the drinks were amazing! Unfortunately, part of one of our dishes was served at room temperature, which was pretty obviously an error. I tried to be gracious about alerting them since this can be a huge health issue and pretty embarrassing. They got it remade extremely quickly, and it came back perfect. The food was very good, but I wasn't convinced it was worth $70 per person cost. They also auto grated, which felt weird since I always tip well (I am a restaurant manager). If that's something they always do, then ok, but I felt a bit insulted since I was very tactful about the error. In no way did the error impact my opinion of the restaurant other than being pleased to have it fixed so quickly. I guess being sat in an awkward area and then auto grated on a 2 person table just felt pretty snobby and judgmental. I think this place is probably amazing on specific nights for specific people. I might try again on a better night with a better outfit ?.
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February 2024 by Ana Webb
The beef shank noodle special was succulent and flavorful, and the dumplings are deliciously tangy and hand-made! Their cocktail menu is absolutely original and worth checking out. I only wish there was more of everything!
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January 2024 by Charles Maitland
Overpriced
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January 2024 by Jeff Reilly
We keep coming back! The whole fish is incredible. Cocktails and wine list are on point. Very friendly staff and cool vibe.
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November 2023 by Stephani D.
Drinks are immaculate, phenomenal, and make everything I'm about to complain about worth it. Food is dope, I wish the price matched portion size. Service is bad. So disappointing. I've tried going probably a half dozen times since they've opened and have left with the same disappointment every time. Feels like servers are untrained or simply don't care. They are missing out on opportunities to upsell, never checking in on if we want second rounds, leaving us with empty glasses, and not nailing timing for firing dishes. This most recent visit we didn't get silverware until well after our second dish came out. Anyways. Great drinks, good food, bad service.
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September 2023 by Crystal L.
Athens needed a place like this! The cocktails are unique and well balanced. Each dish was full of authentic Southeast Asian flavors that I have not been able to find anywhere else in Athens. The service was friendly and attentive, and the AC was pumping cool enough to get a soup.I got the shrimp noodle soup which had huge prawn-like, peeled shrimp and fresh herbs. The broth was incredibly flavorful! I love that they kept the shrimp heads in the bowl. Don't be afraid to suck out the extra flavor from the shrimp heads!I had a taste of my husband's duck noodles and wow you cannot go wrong with that dish. It has everything! Rich meaty duck, fresh crisp bok choy, spicy sambal.The dining room is small but welcoming. I'd say reservations are recommended. They also have a nice outdoor patio for the days that aren't oppressively hot. Puma Yu's will always be a stop whenever I visit the Athens area.
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September 2023 by Matthew Woods
Just awful experience with owner ALLY charging me 20% to carry out a $15 dollar mediocre appetizer. She’s just lining her pockets with fat profits and stealing from customers and employees!
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September 2023 by Jin Gao
Wow look at these recent influx of 5 star reviews, must be real huh. Still can’t hide from the fact that y’all charge 20% mandatory service charge for pick up
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September 2023 by Camille Templeton Staley
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Athens! Both the ambience and the food are wonderful and I enjoy tasting something new and different every time. We usually get the whole fish and the chicken wings and then a different appetizer, noodle dish or entree that we haven’t tasted yet. The attention to detail and depth of flavor in every dish is delightful. The cocktails are really fun, too! Love the whiskey ginger and the “teeny ‘tinis” - last time I tried one called Beauty Sleep and it was fantastic.
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September 2023 by MC Sparks
Puma Yus is hands down the best restaurant in Athens. The atmosphere is 10/10 and is the perfect place to enjoy dinner with friends or sit at the bar and enjoy a cocktail by yourself. The food is unlike anything else in the area and the ever changing menu always keeps me coming back for more. Ally and Pete put their souls into creating such a beautiful space and we are so lucky to have them in our community.
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September 2023 by Dea W.
Everything here is perfection. The atmosphere is impeccable. The staff are kind and knowledgeable. The food is superb. Ally and Pete are artists, and their menues are fine works of art.
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August 2023 by Anna R.
I drove from Atlanta to come here for brunch on my birthday and everything we had was DELICIOUS. The congee and the pork floss bun were to die for. The place is cute and colorful and so is the staff!!! I could not recommend Puma Yu's any more! Thanks y'all!
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August 2023 by Delaney D.
Puma Yu's is special. The food is thoughtfully created with such intense & delicious flavors. Every bite leaves me with a smile on my face (and me saying WOW). Not only are the food and drinks on point- the staff is so pleasant and I know they care so much about creating a quality experience for whoever walks in. Thank you Puma Yu's
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August 2023 by Andrea G.
Ally and Pete are soo awesome and so is Puma Yu's!
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August 2023 by Joan F.
Incredible food and fantastic service! Molly is a delightful server with great recommendations! Beautiful decor and wonderful drinks! One of my favorite places in Athens.
