Barberitos Will Open New Athens Location on September 28

The restaurant chain is launching its eighth Athens storefront at 3755 Atlanta Highway.

Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings

Modern brick and glass restaurant storefront under bright morning sunlight in a commercial district. — Restaurant chain Barberitos will open its eighth Athens location at 3755 Atlanta Highway on September 28, marking a significant expansion for the local brand. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Barberitos will expand its local presence with the opening of a new restaurant at 3755 Atlanta Highway on September 28, 2026. The new location sits across from Georgia Square Mall and will join Dunkin as an anchor tenant at the center.

Why it matters

The opening marks a continuation of the brand’s history in the city, which began in 2000. It follows the closure of the company’s original downtown location earlier this year.

The new restaurant is the eighth Barberitos location to operate in Athens. The expansion follows the July 2026 closure of the original downtown storefront, which had served the community for 26 years.

The players

Barberitos

A restaurant chain specializing in burritos that was established in Athens.

Dunkin

An international coffee and donut chain that serves as an anchor tenant alongside the new restaurant.

The details

The new restaurant will feature several promotions, including five dollar burritos for students and a fifteen percent discount on lunch combos. Children will also eat for free on the day of the opening.

Barberitos was founded in Athens in 2000.
The original downtown location at 259 E. Clayton St. closed in July 2026.
The new restaurant will open on September 28, 2026.

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Market Landscape

The relocation follows the broader retail trend of brands shifting operations from historic downtown districts to high-traffic suburban shopping centers. This positions the company to capture commuters near major local landmarks like the Georgia Square Mall.

Local customers can take advantage of opening-day promotions, including free meals for children and discounted lunch combos. Students can also access special pricing on burritos at the new location.

The takeaway

This opening represents a significant footprint change for a long-standing local brand. Residents should note that the new location shifts access to the restaurant toward the Atlanta Highway corridor.