9 Best Southern Restaurants near Clinton

The Restaurant at the Museum of Appalachia Southern • $
2819 Andersonville Hwy, Clinton

“Of course the logical place to eat if touring the Museum, but clearly local folks were coming from miles around. We sat with a couple who comes every Wednesday for a bowl of beans. Food was good home cooking, and good people watching as a bonus.“

4.6 Superb5 Reviews
Dean's Restaurant & Bakery Oak Ridge Southern • $
239 Jackson Sq, Oak Ridge - 7.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Big Barney's Turkey Club
Sweet Potato Casserole
Potatoes Mac and Cheese
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken and Dumplings
Strawberry Shortcake
Wood Grilled Squash
Rolls and Cornbread
Turkey and Dressing
Italian Cream Cake

“I have been to Dean's Restaurant & Bakery from day one. I've never walked away disappointed in any category. Cleanliness 10, Prompt10, Pleasant Staff 10, Price 10, Food 10.Rarely do you find an establishment that hits the trifecta. QUALITY, SERVICE & PRICE.“

4.8 Superb251 Reviews
Fire & Salt Southern • $$$
792 Briarcliff Ave, Oak Ridge - 7.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp Skewer
Horseradish Cream Cheese and Toast
Honey Bourbon Pork Porterhouse
Fire & Salt Cheeseburger
Grilled Chicken Risotto
Horseradish Herb Cheese
Appalachian Stir Fry
Fire & Salt Filet
Charcuterie Board
Sweet Potato Soup

“Best steak sandwich I've ever had! I was expecting it to be good but this was amazing! Thank you guys for a fantastic lunch!!“

4.5 Superb117 Reviews
The Soup Kitchen Southern • $
47 E Tennessee Ave, Oak Ridge - 7.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled 3 Cheese Sandwich and Mexican Potato Soup
Clam Chowder w Ham an Swiss Cheese
Brown Bread Turkey Sandwich
3 Cheese Grilled Cheese
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Beans and Bacon Soup
Mexican Cornbread
Chicken Tortilla
While Wheat Bread
Gratin Savoyard

“I don’t live here but when I’m in the area I always have to eat at the Soup Kitchen. I love the variety of soups and sandwiches. The Mexican cornbread is amazing. And the desserts are soooo good. I really like the atmosphere and decor. I highly recommend it.“

4.5 Superb65 Reviews
Robie’s Grill - Love at First Bite Southern • $
530 Edgemoor Rd, Powell - 4.64 miles

“Great food. Had the catfish last week and plan on getting the meatloaf. Best place to eat in Clinton. I highly recommend Robies.“

4.7 Superb12 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
1281 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge - 9.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Egg Salad and Fruity Fran
Grape Salad
Soup

“While the dining room was full, we enjoyed our delicious lunch in such a delightfully pleasant atmosphere!I highly recommend the chicken soup & salad. My daughter's favorite is the chicken salad with bacon.

Parking: Easy access & plenty of safe parking spaces.“

4 Good48 Reviews
Bojangles Southern • $
490 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge - 9.45 miles

Customers` Favorites

2pc Supremes Tenders Kids' Meal - 10 30am to Close
Bo's Chicken Sandwich Combo - 10 30am to Close
Bo's Chicken Sandwich with Pimento Cheese
Sausage Bo-Berry Biscuit Combo
Grilled Chicken Sandwich Combo
Dirty Rice - 10 30am to Close
Southern Gravy Biscuit Combo
Cajun Chicken Filet Biscuit
3 Wings - 10 30am to Close
4 Homestyle Tenders Combo

“I was tired and just looking for something fast and easy for dinner, I honestly didn't expect it to be so good. I've been sleeping on Bojangles of Oak Ridge Tn. My goodness, everything was absolutely delicious and this is going to be my #1 spot from now on. Thank you.“

3.2 Average75 Reviews
Calhoun's American • $$
100 Melton Lake Peninsula, Oak Ridge - 5.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Baked Soft Pretzels
Bacon Wrapped Burnt Ends
Macadamia Banana Pudding
Bar-B-Que Steak Calhoun
Strawberry Shortcake
Pulled Pork Nachos
Fish and Chips
Chicken Wings
Spinach Maria
Baked Potato

“consistent quality Tennessee food“

4.3 Superb446 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
111 Colonial Ln, Rocky Top - 9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and Biscuits and Gravy
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Fried Chicken with Mac N Cheese
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Southern Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Country Fried Steak
Maple Bacon Chicken

“my wife and i had lunch at this location on friday may 30 2025 and the service was horrible and my food was cold , we never received re-fills on our drinks, my wife was halfway finished with her salad before we received napkins ,i could not wait to get out their ,i will never ever go to this location again,at rocky top .our waitress and the food was terrible“

4.1 Good277 Reviews