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

“Circa Grill is one of mine and my wife’s favorite date night dinner places. Every time we go it’s filled with great food, good drinks, and awesome service. I have not had a bad thing on the menu so far. I usually get the filet and it melts in your mouth and has the best flavor. (This past time it wasn’t the best I have had but still good)

My only downside with Circa is that it’s very, very loud in the dinning room. We usually try to eat outside if we can.

But overall we enjoy going here because it hasn’t let us down.“

4.5 Superb108 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 Superb147 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
Hot Chicken and Three Sides
Chicken Fried Chicken
Macaroni and Cheese
Jalapeño Cornbread
Grilled Chicken
Creole Meatloaf
Carrot Soufflé
Sweet Potatoes

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

4.6 Superb121 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“

4.5 Superb132 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 Superb517 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!“

4.4 Superb120 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!“

4.4 Superb40 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.“

4.3 Superb55 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 & Grits
Bread Service

“Great food and service. Good wine list“

4.4 Superb285 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

“Updated Review: Biscuit Love in Franklin (Manager: Noing)

📍132 3rd Ave S, Franklin, TN 37064

Biscuit Love Franklin is so much more than just great food it’s the kind of place that makes you feel genuinely welcome. A big reason for that is the amazing manager, Noing (pronounced like “Noi-ng”). She’s originally from Thailand, and her name might even reflect her sweet, petite presence “Noi” in Thai means “small,” and it fits her perfectly in the most endearing way.

From the moment you walk in, she greets you with the warmest smile and treats you like you’re family. Even during the busiest rush, she’s incredibly efficient in the kitchen, yet somehow still finds time to connect with people on a personal level. It feels like walking into your grandmother’s house the food is comforting, and the hospitality is from the heart.

The entire staff is friendly and helpful, and the food is consistently outstanding. They also offer a military discount, which is a huge plus and deeply appreciated by the veteran community. If you're in Franklin, this is a must-visit especially for anyone who could use a little extra kindness with their biscuits.“

4.3 Superb236 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

“Edley’s did an amazing job catering my daughter’s wedding. The service and the food was fabulous.“

4.5 Superb239 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

“55 South was the perfect choice for dinner/drinks for our "Bride-To-Be" party of 6. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted, with friendly smiles, by the hostess & bartenders. The table wait time was minimal. Our server was so great & never missed a beat. The Nola Cheesesteak (makes my mouth water just talking about it) was DELICIOUS! Hands down, 55 South should be on your itinerary if you're in the Downtown Franklin area.“

4.5 Superb92 Reviews
Fox & Locke American • $
4142 Old Hillsboro Rd, Franklin - 8.05 miles

“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 Superb192 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
Fried Chicken the O G
Alabama White Sauce
Honey Mustard

“Waldo’s does not have a freezer. EVERYTHING is made fresh daily in house. The food is sooo good. I tried the leg quarter, onion rings, biscuits, Mac n cheese, Cole slaw and banana pudding. go to spot!“

4.4 Superb121 Reviews
Edley's Bar-B-Que Barbeque • $
230 Franklin Rd Building C03, Franklin - 7.42 miles

“Edley’s did an amazing job catering my daughter’s wedding. The service and the food was fabulous.“

5 Superb6 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 Superb176 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
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
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 Good121 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 Good283 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.“

3.9 Good173 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 Good217 Reviews