11 Best Southern Restaurants near Oak Ridge

Fire & Salt Southern • $$$
792 Briarcliff Ave, Oak Ridge

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

“An unforgettable dining experience at Fire & Salt sitting at the Chef's table. We were served a custom 5-course menu with perfectly paired wines. Special care was taken in selecting menu items that took into consideration food likes and dislikes and food allergies. Over all a spectacular experience“

4.4 Superb155 Reviews
Dean's Restaurant & Bakery Oak Ridge Southern • $
239 Jackson Sq, Oak Ridge

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

“This was our 1st time dining here and everything was fabulous. As good as the food was our server "Cee" made the experience unforgettable. Top 2 best moments in a restaurant for us. We are forever customers now.“

4.7 Superb197 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
1281 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge

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.“

4.4 Superb57 Reviews
The Soup Kitchen Southern • $
47 E Tennessee Ave, Oak Ridge

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.“

4.3 Superb51 Reviews
Bojangles Southern • $
490 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge

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

“Ordered 3-piece dark with mac&cheese and fries at a decent price. Chicken was warm, had heavy breading and tasted good. Mac&cheese was tasty right out of the barrel. Their fries are such that they don’t stay hot for very long. Mine were warm when served but, cooled on the way home to eat.“

3.4 Good93 Reviews
Calhoun's American • $$
100 Melton Lake Peninsula, Oak Ridge

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

“We always have an amazing experience at Calhouns! Sabrina remembers us and always treats us like royalty!“

4.2 Good290 Reviews
Robie’s Grill - Love at First Bite Southern • $
530 Edgemoor Rd, Powell - 8.06 miles

“Tried the smoked chicken wings and they were 10 out of 10 terrific!! Flavorful, meaty and cooked just right! The mother and son who helped me were very kind and friendly. I’m looking forward to trying some other menu items!“

4.3 Superb6 Reviews
Gus's World Famous fried Chicken - Lovell Rd Chicken • $
126 Lovell Rd, Knoxville - 10.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

2 Piece White Chicken Dinner with Mac N Cheese and Greens
2 Piece Chicken Dinner with Mac N Cheese and Greens
Chicken Strips with Baked Beans and Mac and Cheese
4 Tenders Fries Mac & Cheese
Chocolate Chess Pie Slice
Pecan Pie and Chess Pie
Sweet Potato Pie Slice
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Chicken Thigh
2 Piece Dark Plate

“Best fried chicken anywhere!!! Don’t forget the fried pickles & a cold beer to wash it all down!!! YUM!!! YUM!!!“

4.4 Superb249 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
716 N Campbell Station Rd, Farragut - 9.45 miles

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Honey Bacon Grilled Chicken
Chicken and French Toast
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Country Vegetable Plate
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Two Buttermilk Pancakes
Biscuits and Cornbread

“Our service was terrible after waiting almost 30 min for our food the lady set it down and left we never saw our waitress until she brought our check she laid it down said no hurry and left i was very disappointed because we usually get good service and food as for the food the dumplings were dry meatloaf was dry and the mashed potatoes were hard dry and cold just a bad experience all the way around

Parking: Easy to park no problems there

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access to the store“

4.1 Good250 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $
11036 Parkside Dr, Knoxville - 10.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Authentic Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Blackened Salmon with Baked Potato
Spinach & Artichoke Dip Platter
Pecan Chicken Tender Salad
Family Size House Salad
Kids Chicken Tenders
Loaded Potato Skins
Loaded Baked Potato
Loaded Potato Soup
Louisiana Sirloin

“Good food, fast service. No issues. I needed to do some quick emails/texts for work, but I also needed to eat. This was a perfect choice. Consistently good food. My server was attentive without being interruptive and assisted me with a special food request. Thank you“

4 Good81 Reviews
Maple Street Biscuit Company Breakfast • $
10837 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville - 7.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Biscuits and Gravy Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: No
Side of Sausage Gravy
Bluegrass Grits Bowl
Chicken and Waffles
The Squawking Goat
The Five and Dime
Biscuits & Gravy
Chicken Biscuit
The Firebird
Sweet Grace

“This place is great! I come here often and usually order biscuits and gravy. The staff is super friendly and accommodating, and I’ve always been happy with the food & coffee. Perfect if you’re a fan of breakfast (even for lunch or later) like me. Keep up the good work ?“

3.6 Good107 Reviews