20 Best Southern Restaurants near Thompsons Station

Circa Grill Bar & Grill • $$
1549 Thompson's Station Rd W, Thompson's Station

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Hot Chicken
Coffee Rubbed Ribeye
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Waffles
Chopped Wedge Salad
Lobster Carbonara
Charcuterie Board
Smoked Pork Belly
The Wedge Salad

“Fantastic ambiance and incredible food! The Botanist is a drink worth waiting for. The Pork Katsu Udon was perfectly crispy and flavorful, and the Bone-In Pork Chop with cilantro lime crema was cooked to perfection. Don’t miss the Corn Brûlée — it’s a standout side. Highly recommend Circa Grill!“

4.5 Superb115 Reviews
GRAYS on Main Southern • $$$
332 Main St, Franklin - 8.82 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Pimento Cheese Balls
Fried Pimento Cheeseballs
Heritage Fried Chicken
Nashville Hot Chicken
Bacon Wrapped Figs
Chicken Sandwich
Brussels Sprouts
Shrimp and Grits
Banana Pudding
Gouda Grits

“My group of nine ate lunch at Gray’s on Main on Saturday. The service was excellent, and the food was amazing. All members of my group raved about their selections.“

4.3 Superb148 Reviews
Bishop's Southern • $
3065 Mallory Ln #115, Franklin - 11.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hot Chicken Tenders Carrot Souffle Squash Casserole Green Beans and Jalapeno Corn Bread
Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders Jalapeno Garlic Bread Mac and Cheese Carrot Souffle
Turkey \u0026 Dressing w Cranberry
Hot Chicken and Three Sides
Chicken Fried Chicken
Jalapeño Cornbread
Macaroni and Cheese
Creole Meatloaf
Grilled Chicken
Carrot Soufflé

“Best food around! Great service, everything on the menu can’t be beat and the atmosphere is fun. It’s our go to!“

4.4 Superb145 Reviews
Biscuit Love Berry Farms Southern • $
3100 Village Plains Blvd #130, Franklin - 5.76 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kid’S Grilled Ham & Cheese
Bill Neal's Shrimp & Grits
Biscuit and Sausage Gravy
The Classic Omelette
Brown Sugar Lemonade
Chicken & B-Waffles
Chicken and Waffles
Biscuits and Gravy
Two Egg Breakfast
Biscuits & Gravy

“Clean, delicious food! Staff noticed my friend gave me a Bday present so they brought me their Bronuts! Thanks so much! Great place!“

4.6 Superb98 Reviews
Puckett's Restaurant - Downtown Franklin Southern • $
120 4th Ave S, Franklin - 8.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
Deep Fried Brownie Sundae
Leiper’S Fork Favorite
Puckett’S BBQ Platter
Puckett's BBQ Platter -
Southern Fried Chicken
Skillet Mac and Cheese
Puckett's BBQ Sandwich
Skillet Pecan Cobbler
Chicken Fried Chicken

“absolutely delicious. farm raised food. so so good“

4.4 Superb621 Reviews
Scout's Pub - Franklin Southern • $$
158 Front St #120, Franklin - 8.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Fungi Flatbread
I'm a Funghi Pizza
Sweet Potato Fries
Brussels Sprouts
Cheesy Flatbread
Brownie Shatter
Whiskey Frites
Q Birria Tacos
Fish and Chips
Birria Ramen

“Ambiance is wonderful. Food is top notch. Service is delightful“

4.4 Superb194 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
4867 Main St, Spring Hill - 1.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fruity Fran Chicken Salad Scoop on a Croissant with a Side of Mac and Cheese
Fresh Fruit Pickle Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich Sugar Cookie
Fancy Nancy Chicken Salad Croissant
Egg Salad & Classic Carol
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Spicy Pimento Cheese
Olivia's Old South
Loaded Potato Soup
Cranberry Kelli
Buffalo Barclay

“Visited twice while in TN and I tried Fancy Nancy and Sassy Scotty (my favorite of the two), and loaded baked potato soup (delicious). At another reviewer's suggestion, instead of ordering the sandwich the second time around I just got the scoop and made my own since you get so much more chicken salad with the scoop compared to the sandwich. There were a couple of those little "hard pieces" in the chicken salad but it won't stop me from returning. Everything was great including the little cookie they give you with your meal!“

4.3 Superb66 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
5050 Carothers Pkwy #112, Franklin - 10.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Macaroni and Cheese
Turkey Club Meal
Cranberry Kelli
Pimento Cheese
Broccoli Salad
Jalapeno Holly
Classic Carol
Sassy Scotty

“I ordered off the luncheon menu for Mother's day. The food was fantastic and we've had plenty for left overs. We will definitely be ordering again.“

4.2 Good80 Reviews
Red Pony American • $$$
408 Main St, Franklin - 8.76 miles

Customers` Favorites

Eggplant Meatballs over Polenta
Hickory Grilled Bone-In Ribeye
Hierloom Tomato Gazpacho
Seared Verlasso Salmon
Fried Brussels Sprouts
Braised Beef Raviolo
Lamb Chops Appetizer
House Made Guacamole
Shrimp \u0026 Grits
Grilled Lamb Chops

“Great food and service. Good wine list“

4.4 Superb595 Reviews
Biscuit Love Franklin Brunch • $
132 3rd Ave S, Franklin - 8.76 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bonuts with Mascarpone Cheese and Blueberry Compote
Bonuts with Lemon Mascarpone and Blueberry Compote
Biscuit and Bacon Egg and Cheese
Biscuit Love Blackberry Jam
Biscuits and Gravy with Egg
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
Biscuit and Sausage Gravy
Bill Neal's Shrimp & Grits
Pumpkin Pie Spice Bonuts
Egg Plate with Sausage

“We stopped at Biscuit Love while traveling through Franklin, and it was such a great experience! The vibe is adorable bright, cozy, and so welcoming. I ordered an omelet and it was delicious, super fresh, and perfectly cooked. My husband had the biscuits and gravy and absolutely loved it. Everything came out fast, the staff was kind, and the whole place just felt like a little Southern treat on our trip. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area! 💛🍳🥞“

4.4 Superb265 Reviews
Edley's Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $
501 Sara Avalyn Berry Lane, Franklin - 5.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burnt Ends over Grits & Biscuits
Nashville Style Hot Pork Platter
Pulled Pork and Grits Casserole
Potato Salad and Cole Slaw
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Pint - Mac & Cheese
Burnt Ends Platter
The Smoker Sampler
Gooey Butter Bar
Pulled Pork Plate

“we ate at the location near the Nashville Airport. very good food.“

4.5 Superb313 Reviews
55 South American • $
403 Main St, Franklin - 8.76 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes Shrimp Remoulade
Garlic Parmesan Crab Fries
Fried Pork Chop Sandwich
Nashville Hot Chicken
Ice Cold Gulf Oysters
Char Grilled Oysters
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Chicken & Waffles
Chicken Waffles
Shrimp & Grits

“We had a great brunch here, Miss Debbie was incredibly hospitable and made our visit with two little kids go from chaos to calm with her kindness and above and beyond help. She brought fruit slices, helped us find a quiet space to help baby calm down, and was so attentive. We always feel like family when we dine at 55 South. Thank you for your amazing service!“

4.5 Superb197 Reviews
Waldo's Chicken & Beer Chicken • $
1201 Liberty Pike Suite 129, Franklin - 9.9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sides of White Beans and French Fries
Half Fried Chicken with a Biscuit
Fowl Mouth Sandwich with Fries
Buffalo Chicken Tender Salad
Foul Mouth Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Tender Sandwich
Tomato Cucumber Salad
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Fried Chicken the O G
Alabama White Sauce

“I would love to state that these are cheap eats, but far from it. The menu is extremely affordable; however, the taste is richly delectable & applause worthy. @Kelsey @Troy @Mark Waldo @ChickenandBeer BRAVO! From start to finish, 20/10!! Thank you for an EXCEPTIONAL first of many experiences together!“

4.4 Superb228 Reviews
Fox & Locke American • $
4142 Old Hillsboro Rd, Franklin - 8.05 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders
Cheeseburger

“The food is excellent, best biscuits, most of all Suzanne and staff is outstanding welcoming everybody—the only place in Franklin area where breakfast is the best!!!! Five star rating!!!!“

4.4 Superb220 Reviews
Edley's Bar-B-Que Barbeque • $
230 Franklin Rd Building C03, Franklin - 7.42 miles

“we ate at the location near the Nashville Airport. very good food.“

5 Superb7 Reviews
Big Bad Breakfast - Spring Hill Breakfast • $
2086 Wall St, Spring Hill - 2.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

French Toast and Cappuccino
Big Bad Breakfast Plate
Cathead Chicken Biscuit
Mother of All Biscuits
Chicken and Waffles
Bruleed Grapefruit
Breakfast Skillets
Biscuits and Gravy
Two Egg Breakfast
Crispy Hash Cake

“I’m from out of state and we went here to eat, we were a party of 9! The service was fantastic and a huge shout out to Taylor for making the experience amazing! We will definitely be going there again!“

4.3 Superb193 Reviews
Jim 'N Nick's Barbecue • $
3068 Mallory Ln, Franklin - 11.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Half Dozen Cheese Biscuits
Pitmaster Nacho Platter
Pig in the Garden Salad
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Beef Brisket Sandwich
Carolina Pork Plate
Beef Brisket Plate
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Banana Pudding
Baby Back Ribs

“Just had a wonder experience with DEREK working on the carry out desk. Funny, personality in abundance and customer service. I got the impression he was still new and learning the job. I can see where he’s going to be a hit with customers and a stand out with management. Good luck Derek, wish you the best and success.“

4.1 Good192 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $$
1202 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin - 8.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cedar Plank Salmon with Mashed Sweet Potatoes
O'Charley's Famous Chicken Tenders Platter
Chicken Tenders & Fries with Mac & Cheese
California Chicken Salad
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
O'Charley's French Dip
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Cedar-Planked Salmon
Loaded Potato Soup

“My husband went to o/charleys for dinner tonight. He got the chicken finger dinner, got me fish & chips. They were so over cooked, I had to break open and smell of each to know what was what. We eat there so often because we're both disabled, but they just lost a good customer. The puppy got full.....“

3.9 Good175 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
4210 Franklin Commons Ct, Franklin - 9.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Fried Homestyle Chicken & Mac N' Cheese
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Chocolate Chip Pancake Plate
Momma's Pancake Breakfast
Biscuits and Corn Muffins
The Barrel Cheeseburger
Country Fried Pickles
Chicken Fried Chicken
Country Fried Shrimp

“The service was excellent! Food could have been a little warmer. Shopping was fun. Bathrooms were clean. I vote 8“

4 Good321 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
2020 Crossing Cir, Spring Hill - 4.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grandpa's Breakfast Turkey Sausage 2 Eggs Hash Brown Casserole and 2 Buttermilk Pancakes
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Lemon Pepper Grilled Rainbow Trout
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Biscuits and Corn Muffins
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Biscuits and Cornbread
Southern Fried Chicken

“The French Toast and Blueberry Pancakes were superb and the service was prompt and friendly.“

3.3 Good284 Reviews