In the heart of Paarl, beneath the shadow of ancient mountains, a spark ignited that would forever change the town’s culinary and sports scene…

It all began with The Girl in Business, obsessed with commercializing anything that moves, her mind constantly spinning with ideas, big and small. With the ambition of Athena herself, she was determined to create something extraordinary—a place where passion, sports, and great food could come together.

Enter The Tuna Captain, a man of the seas who had spent years chasing adventure on the ocean’s waves. But one day, with the wind in his sails and the salt in his beard, he realized he was ready for a new challenge. He traded his fishing nets for something more thrilling—partnering with The Girl in Business to create a haven for sports lovers, where camaraderie and celebration would reign supreme.

Finally, the duo found their missing piece in The Chef. A culinary artist, his dishes were inspired by the gods themselves. He brought with him not just the skill of a master, but the soul of a storyteller—crafting every plate to perfection and infusing them with flavours that danced on the tongue.

And so, the three of them together opened Athena’s—a sports restaurant like no other, where the energy of the game meets the artistry of food, and where everyone, from passionate sports fans to lovers of good food, can feel the magic of the experience. It’s a place where strangers arrive, and leave as friends. This is their story, and the adventure is just beginning

Welcome to Athena’s.