Enjoy a Day of Shopping and Dining in Washington GA, One of Georgia’s Most Beautiful Small Towns.

Washington GA is beautiful year-round, with its tree-lined streets, a lively shopping and dining district and impressive array of more than 100 antebellum and historic buildings.
Come for history and heritage. Stay for fun, shopping and food. Washington in Wilkes County GA  is where history lives.
 
While you’re visiting this charming historic town, you’ll want to take the time to explore Washington’s stores, boutiques and specialty shopping around Washington Square.
 
Antique lovers and collectors, be sure to stop by On the Square Antiques, Aunt Polly’s Antiques, or Boxwood Cottage for a charming array of furniture, home décor and gifts.
 
At The Genny mercantile, you’ll have fun browsing through vintage books, nostalgic candies and games and a creative assortment of gifts to remember your trip to Washington. Stop in House of Randolph boutique for a great selection of home décor, original art, collectibles and men’s clothing. For a gift for someone special or for yourself, Tena’s Fine Jewelry and Gifts carries a lovely selection of jewelry and collectibles.
 
The Collective is carefully curated with specialty textiles, artistry and works from local and regional makers. Hendricks on the Square florist adds an extra touch of charm to the Square with a lush display of plants and flowers spilling onto the sidewalk.
  
Lola and Rose Boutique is a unique Washington shop featuring natural fiber clothing, shoes and accessories and a mission to benefit the women of Africa. For thrifting enthusiasts, look for God’s Marketplace, a non-profit thrift store benefitting those in need.
 
Poss Ace Hardware and Fievet’s Pharmacy not only provide general merchandise for home or health, but they both also have gifts, home décor and garden items and a great selection of sports memorabilia (shall we say, “Go Dawgs”?).
 
If all this shopping makes you hungry, don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of restaurant and dining choices for your appetite.  On Washington Square, Al's Pizzeria & Italian Bistro is a local favorite for pizza and Italian specialties. Miller’s is great for a casual breakfast or lunch¾you can even purchase pre-packaged casseroles and meals to take home with you. Pop in for a cup of coffee at The Nest, or yummy homemade ice cream at Washington Creamery.  Relax and unwind with a glass of good wine at 1896 Wine Room.
 
Venture around the corner to Washington Tavern, a great place to relax with friends or catch some sports. Or take a short drive to The Pig and Bull Grill for breakfast, lunch or dinner daily…did we mention the biscuits? Visit Dena’s Seafood for a great take-out or dine-in menu of anything from catfish nuggets to crab legs.
 
Enjoy the outdoor seating and food truck experience at The Hot Box, featuring comfort food at its best. Big Chick has the best take out chicken, or if you see a mobile Southern Smoke Shack truck, grab some awesome barbecue.
 
Take a short drive to La Cabana for Mexican fare or relax at Next Level Sports Bar & Grill to relax and watch sports. Visit Padgett’s Country Kitchen for the best home cooking.
 
Surrounded by beautiful countryside and farming fields of Wilkes County and perfectly situated between Athens and Augusta and only a two-hour drive from Atlanta, it’s an easy day outing or weekend getaway.
 

• Atlanta: 110 miles via I-20 and the Washington/Thomson/Hwy. 78 exit 172
• Athens: 45 miles via Hwy. 78 east
• Augusta: 55 miles via Hwy. 78 west