29 Best Southern Restaurants near Powell

Robie’s Grill - Love at First Bite Southern • $
530 Edgemoor Rd, Powell

“I had the special today... fried pork chop platter with greens, mac n cheese, and extra side of fried okra. It was absolutely amazing food and super friendly service. I love this place! They're so many things I want to try!“

4.5 Superb8 Reviews
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Cafe 4

Cafe 4 Southern • $$
4 Market Square, Knoxville - 7.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Fried Chicken and Waffles
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Warm Pimento Cheese Dip
Market Square Breakfast
White Chicken Flatbread
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Truffle Parmesan Fries
Fried Chicken & Waffles
Strawberry Field Salad

“High class! Don’t get the coffee (it sucks) but overall incredibly good. One of the best fried chicken I’ve ever had. No joke. The truffle parm fries are also scrumptious. Atmosphere is wonderful (take your date here!) highly recommended and you can park for free nearby after 6pm!“

4.9 Superb1172 Reviews
Farmacy Southern • $
5018 Kingston Pike, Knoxville - 6.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Waffles and in the Bowl Is Black and Blue Fries
Nashville Hot Chicken
Strawberry Cream Cake
Biscuits and Gravy
Small House Salad
Brussels Sprouts
Lunch Hot Chicken
Shrimp and Grits
Salmon Sandwich
Farmacy Burger

“From atmosphere to wonderful service to incredible dining, we give Farmacy 10 out of 5 stars!! ⭐️“

4.4 Superb268 Reviews
Jackie's Dream Southern • $
1008 E Woodland Ave, Knoxville - 6.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tilapia or Catfish Served with Fried Potatoes & Onions Slaw and Hushpuppies
Fried Chicken Wings Collard Greens Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy and Mac and Cheese
Legs & Thighs Green and Mac & Cheese
Nanny Mary's Fried Green Tomatoes
Nashville Hot Chicken
Chicken Tenders
Banana Pudding
Honey Bun Cake
Fried Catfish

“This is simply the best restaurant in Knoxville. Not only is the food absolutely delicious, the servings are large and the food is hot or cold, depending on what it is. The wonderful slaw is always chilled. In addition, the servers are friendly and efficient, although possibly overworked. What a great experience!“

4.6 Superb241 Reviews
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar Southern • $$
1 Market Square, Knoxville - 7.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes with Goat Cheese Grits
Asheville Hot with Mac-N-Cheese Waffles
Chicken and Waffles with Siracha Honey
Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken & Waffles
Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Benedict
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes
Farmhouse Breakfast Platter
Tupelo's Shrimp & Grits GF

“Great atmosphere and delicious food!!“

4.4 Superb421 Reviews
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Southern • $
3101 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville - 6.45 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Baked Beans Coleslaw
Fried Green Tomatoes
Gus's Fried Chicken
Fried Pickle Spears
Sweet Tea Goodness
Sweet Potato Pie
Chocolate Chess
Seasoned Fries
Chicken Dinner
Honey Mustard

“Today was my first visit & now I'm a fan! Food was fresh and delicious. Our server was great. If you haven't had this place, run..go today!“

4.5 Superb201 Reviews
J.C. Holdway American • $$$
501 Union Ave, Knoxville - 7.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hearth Roasted Shrimp Grits Andouille Sausage Preserved Tomatoes & Shellfish Emulsion
Slow Cooked Farm Egg Potato Gnocchi Chicken Confit & Hen of the Woods Mushrooms
Lemon Tart Blueberries Lime & Crème Fraiche Ice Cream
Valrhona Chocolate Cake Salted Caramel Coffee Ice Cream
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Smoked Onion Jam
Chicken Wings with Alabama White Sauce
Scallion Hushpuppies & BBQ Onion Aioli
Scallion Hushpuppies & Tartar Sauce
Chicken Wings with White Sauce
Oysters on the Half Shell

“Food is excellent here. Highly recommend the farm egg and pork osso bucko. Service isn’t the best and they kinda sell you on things you don’t realize you’re ordering. Stuff like “can I bring you guys some bread while you’re waiting?” And the bread costs $10. Otherwise good tho“

4.9 Superb168 Reviews
Myrtle's Chicken and Beer Southern • $
13 Market Square, Knoxville - 7.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Dark Meat Tomato Pie and Mac and Cheese
Buttermilk Cheddar Drop Biscuits
Myrtle's Fried Chicken Sandwich
Big Daddy's Rotisserie Chicken
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Fried Pimento Cheese Fritters
Chicken Fried Steak Benedict
Rib & Chicken Tenders Combo
Nashville Hot Chicken Salad
Signature Chicken Pot Pie

“Showed up on a Saturday at 5 PM and was quickly seated. 30 minutes later, there was a big line. Fantastic food. We were intrigued by the Tomato Pie. After our first bite, we knew why it is so popular. Such a great item. Chicken Pot Pie and Fried Chicken were outstanding. Without a doubt, 5 stars.“

4.3 Superb222 Reviews
Sullivan's Fine Food Southern • $
7545 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville - 8.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Triple Chocolate Pound Cake & Ice Cream
Grilled Chicken & Goat Cheese Flatbread
Meatloaf Green Beans Mashed Potatoes
Fried Corn on the Cob
Fried Green Tomatoes
Spinach Con Queso
Northshore Salad
Rocky Top Burger
Strawberry Cake
Chicken Tenders

“We went to Sullivan’s for dinner last night with friends and had a great experience! We split the Chimi Rollers and Spinach Con Queso for appetizers and they were both delicious! The chicken Marsala was awesome and such a generous portion that I will be able to enjoy it again today! Everyone else enjoyed their meals as well. Other than spending time with our friends, the highlight was definitely our server Ashton! The restaurant was very crowded and there was a party going on in the back. As busy as she was, she remained upbeat and personable and made us feel like we were her only customers. We will definitely be back!“

4.6 Superb49 Reviews
Cafe 4 & The Square Room @ Four Market Square Southern • $$
4 Market Square, Knoxville - 7.62 miles

“Cafe 4 is a reliable place to bring family and friends. The food is consistently high quality and the service is always great. It's a noisy dining room so not as suitable for a romantic meal but for a business dinner, it can also work.“

5 Superb20 Reviews
Horn of Plenty Market Southern • $
9132 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville - 7.2 miles

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf Mashed Potato Platter
Chicken Fried Chicken
Fried Catfish Platter
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Dumplings
Chicken & Dumplings
Cowboy Baked Beans
Maple Pecan Pie
Pulled Chicken
Banana Pudding

“We finally made time to stop in for lunch. The atmosphere was very friendly and welcoming, making us feel like we had been coming for years. As a South Georgia transplant, I was dubious about "Country Cooking", but it was fantastic! Even more so, however, was the staff. Our server, Sissy, knew in a moment that there was something wrong with my plate (small allergy issue), and she had the manager (who's name I did not catch) over in an instant. I literally hadn't said a word, and wasn't planning on bringing anything up, but Sissy said that my smile wasn't big enough for me to actually be enjoying my lunch. The manager was so kind, and she got it all sorted out in such a casual way that it made me feel like I hadn't been a bother in the slightest. It was a little after the lunch rush when we went in, so both ladies had a minute to chat with us, seamlessly switching between events in the area and suggestions for our next visit. The pulled pork was so juicy, and the mashed potatoes were amazing. The sweet potato casserole resembled a Senator Russell, rather than the marshmallow type, and I would have loved to eat every bite if it weren't for a cinnamon allergy. Still, it was all good, down to the Sweet Tea. We'll definitely be back!“

3.9 Good83 Reviews
Gus's World Famous fried Chicken - Lovell Rd Chicken • $
126 Lovell Rd, Knoxville - 11.15 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

“Today was my first visit & now I'm a fan! Food was fresh and delicious. Our server was great. If you haven't had this place, run..go today!“

4.4 Superb254 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
5806 Kingston Pike, Knoxville - 6.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hawg Back w Chili & Cheese
Hawgback Pork Fries
Pulled Pork Dinner
Jr Hot Fudge Cake
Corn on the Cob
Pulled Chicken
Pork Sandwich
Beef Brisket
Hush Puppies
Half Chicken

“I ate at the Lenoir City location earlier today for lunch. I had the pork dinner and everything was good except the French fries. They were severely under cooked. They should encourage the staff to use a timer for the fryer and even test them before serving them. Today was disappointing.“

4.5 Superb77 Reviews
Corner16 American • $
1640 Bob Kirby Rd, Knoxville - 7.63 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes Appetizer
Bacon Wrapped Burnt Ends
Chicken Tender Platter
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken & Dumplings
Brisket Burnt Ends
Chicken and Waffles
Rocky Top Hot Brown
Sweet Potato Fries
Smothered Chicken

“We ate here twice while we were in town, and we loved it! The servers, Amber and Daniel, were fantastic-nice, attentive and great personalities. We will definitely be back there!“

4.3 Superb177 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
5001 Central Ave Pike, Knoxville - 3.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes Delivery: No Curbside pickup: Yes
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Foil Wraps Chicken and Dumplins
Momma's French Toast Breakfast
Maple Bacon Grilled Chicken
The Barrel Cheeseburger
Two Buttermilk Pancakes

“Our waitress was very nice. Our order was 💯. Prices are reasonable and food quantity and quality is top notch! So delicious 😋“

4.1 Good383 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
8390 Kingston Pike, Knoxville - 7.74 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cheddar's Legendary Monster Cookie
Grilled Chicken Pecan Salad
Cheddar's Coconut Shrimp
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Honey Butter Croissants
Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Ribs & Chicken Tenders
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Hot Fudge Cake Sundae
Monte Cristo Sandwich

“We love to come to Cheddars for lunch! Generally, we all three get salmon with the bourbon glaze. It is so good! The rolls are out of sight! The atmosphere is so nice and conducive to our monthly time of getting caught up with each other. It is also my granddaughters’ most recommended place to eat! The attentive service, delicious food, and wonderful atmosphere makes it a winner!“

4.1 Good275 Reviews
Order Up Cafe American • $
First Horizon Plaza, 800 S Gay St Suite P-365, Knoxville - 7.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

All American Cheeseburger
Cookies

“Excellent food & amazingly friendly staff“

4.5 Superb17 Reviews
Maple Street Biscuit Company Breakfast • $
9314 Kingston Pike #112, Knoxville - 9.2 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bam Waffle with Asiago Cheese and Bacon Baked into the Waffle
Retro Biscuit Fried Chicken
Side of Sausage Gravy
Maple Chicken Biscuit
Fried Green Tomatoes
The Squawking Goat
Biscuit and Gravy
The Five and Dime
Risky Biscuit
Sweet Grace

“Easily the best maple street i’ve visited! Came in around 1pm, everything was hot, fresh and fast. Rj made our visit exceptional. He tended to us every step of the way, made the most delicious maple vanilla latte, offered insight on the menu items and even took our plates when we were finished. 10/10 experience!“

4.1 Good211 Reviews
Chef Mo's Cafe Cafe • $
131 E Moody Ave, Knoxville - 9.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken

“Chef Mo provided us great food at our recent conference.“

4.4 Superb20 Reviews
Riverview Cafe American • $
900 S Gay St, Knoxville - 7.93 miles
3.7 Good3 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
5615 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville - 2.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Country Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes and Gravy Dressings
Buffalo Chicken Wrapper
Honey Butter Croissants
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Cheddar's Cheese Fries
Hot Fudge Cake Sundae
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Loaded Baked Potato
Chicken Fried Steak

“Amyia was our server today and she went far and beyond for me and my sister today...Couldn't have asked for a nicer helper server...oh and the food was good to but even if it wasn't today I still wouldn't b so upset Bec our server was so nice...Companies need an Employee like her...This was at the Clinton Hwy Location“

4 Good267 Reviews
Tussie Mussie Bar • $
1109 White Ave, Knoxville - 7.54 miles

“Service 10/10Drinks 10/10Food 9 /10Really enjoyed the Monkey Finger and Johnny Appleseed drinks. The 8:55 PM ritual was fun and the free sample was tasty. Burger and chicken sandwich were great and the side salads were well worth the upcharge. Waitress was attentive and friendly. worth the visit.“

3.5 Good10 Reviews
The Firefly/ Marble City Kitchen American • $
501 W Church Ave, Knoxville - 7.7 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries
K-Town Classic Bacon Burger
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Steak

“Brought my whole family. Including the dog. All were treated wonderfully. Food was fantastic. Will definitely be back.“

3.8 Good74 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Chicken Shop • $
8008 Kingston Pike, Knoxville - 7.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lemon Basil Chicken Salad
Chicken Salad Chic Combo
Original Chicken Salad
Chicken Salad Scoop
Chicken Salad blt
Cranberry Kellie
Cranberry Kelly
Broccoli Salad
Pimento Cheese
Loaded Potato

“This restaurant is the bomb diggity! The first thing I noticed was not the menu but how clean the restaurant is kept and a 100 Health Score. I have had every variety of chicken salad here and my nephew who is with me loves the place also. I eat here at least twice weekly. The employees here are very friendly and go out of their way to be helpful. If you like Chicken Salad this is the place you’ll love to come to.“

3.8 Good96 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $$
11036 Parkside Dr, Knoxville - 11.3 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

“Come see Kelly, she’s working the bar on weekends and absolutely ROCKS IT!!“

3.7 Good77 Reviews
Maple Street Biscuit Company Breakfast • $
10837 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville - 9.68 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 Good85 Reviews
Amber Restaurant American • $
6715 Maynardville Pike, Knoxville - 6.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Scrambled Eggs and Home Fries
Country Ham and Eggs
Biscuits and Gravy
Bacon Cheeseburger
Western Omelette
Mashed Potatoes
Hash Browns
Sausage

“We just went for the Fri night fish fry and we LOVED the catfish. The crinkle fries, slaw and hushpuppies were also good. It was packed with people and I thought they handled the crowd pretty well considering it was just their second time for this.“

3.6 Good89 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $
8077 Kingston Pike, Knoxville - 7.49 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Cheeseburgers & Chicken Tenders Family-Style Meal
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Loaded Potato Soup
Loaded Potato Skins
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Smashed Potatoes
California Salad
Fish and Chips
Baked Potato

“Our dinner was excellent!!! There was 7 of us for a birthday dinner. Our serv ice was amazing. Lauren D too super care of. She kept Our drinks full, food came out in a hurry. She took care of us.“

3.5 Good111 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
9214 Park West Blvd, Knoxville - 8.64 miles

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Sunrise Sampler Platter
Two Buttermilk Pancakes
Sweet Potato Casserole
Country Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Country Fried Steak
Country Fried Shrimp

“Normally we have a good experience. However the last time we went not so much.“

3.7 Good329 Reviews