16 Best American Restaurants near Rocky Top

“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“

“We ate breakfast here last week and it was so good that we are back again for breakfast. The eggs, sausage, biscuit and gravy were delicious. We will be eating here anytime we are back home in Tennessee. The price is really reasonable too.“

“best chicken livers I've ever ate. beans & greens are awesome as well as the service & atmosphere“

“Great place in Clinton for good home cooked food!“

“My family moved to Caryville this year. We were looking for a close restaurant to us that served great food. There hasn’t been anything on the menu we have tried that we haven’t liked. My husband and I came a lot without my children as they are picky eaters. We finally took the kiddos and they enjoyed their food as well!! Atmosphere is great, the catfish is my favorite to get. I still haven’t gotten to try their salmon patties as I loved these growing up!! The staff is nice, the place is clean. Highly recommend eating here.“

“Barbara was wonderful Because of her we will stop there every time we travel.Thank you Bill Renner“

“We stop on our way from Scott Depot to Powell TN. This restaurant has excellent food, great and friendly service. We enjoy stopping at this location because it is clean and well staffed.“

“Wonderful dining, food was perfect“

“nice little neiborhood place with great food and entertainment“

“Love this place, home cooked food, in the town I was raised. I try to stop in everytime I come in town. Always see familiar smiling faces, and come out with my belly full lol. I love the breakfast bar, better than Shoney's breakfast bar.“

“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.“

“Firstly, I'm from Texas originally and I've eaten Q all over the country. The biggest mistake most make is that smoke is a key ingredient and they couldn't be more wrong. The meat is the star and the rest is simply to accent and showcase the fact. Rickard Ridge not only realizes this fact but also parlays this brilliance with sides and appetizers that you'll yearn for. Not a fan of deep fried pickles but these folks have set the bar for deep fried perfection when it comes to this appetizer. All others will be judged by this amazing app. If you want amazing Q and the reference for which all others should be judged you've found your Mecca. Succulent, savory, tender and perfect. Thank you for such an amazing experience. Brothers and sisters this is BBQ Church - ART!“

“Been going to Sidelines since they opened. Finally tried the Bourbon Bacon chicken last night. I was impressed! The chicken breast was hot, well cooked with great flavorful sear and yet tender!. Service was great as usual!“

“The staff was all very friendly, greetings as I walked in from almost everyone and the food was PERFECT...and Im VERY particular about my bacon, preferring it made medium. I've been given hard times at other places about my order. I've been given rolled eyes, been talked about(as if they weren't 5 ft from me), and almost made to feel bad about my preference. They treated me with kindness and respect and made sure to check on me multiple times. All around, VERY good people here!“

“just the most awesome food and service I've been eating their hot dogs since they was 3 for .99 Just Great Food and stuff God Bless Y'alls 🙌 🙏“