1. Go To Memphis For The Music, Stay For The World Famous Chicken
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
310 S Front St
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 527-4877
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 1160 reviews
This
Memphis institution’s perfectly crisped, golden chicken pops with a spicy flavor that will leave you begging for the recipe. But don’t bother because that closely guarded family secret isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Gus’ kids are just as protective of it as his father was, as they should be. Whatever it is in Gus’ recipe that makes the chicken so good, it’s touched by magic.
2. Take A Flight In Memphis
Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
39 S Main St
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 521-8005
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 377 reviews
If you want to understand all the hype surrounding Flight, it won’t take more than one visit. Exceptional service, upscale-eclectic ambiance, and one of the best meals of your life await you here, proving that Flight has earned every award it has won, including the highly coveted OpenTable 2015 Diner’s Choice and Trip Advisor’s 2015 Hall of Fame award. Everything from the Salad Flights to the Steak flights and the wine menu will leave you feeling rewarded, too.
3. DeSano’s Turns Pizza Into A Nashville Artform
DeSano Pizza Bakery
115 16th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 953-1168
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 415 reviews
Nashville might be known for the music but DeSano is making room for the pizza to shine just as bright. With mouth-watering, hand-crafted pies using fresh ingredients, you’ll forget all about being on Music Row and think you’ve died and gone to pizza heaven.
4. Find Biscuits As Good As Your Grandma Made ‘Em In Chattanooga
Maple Street Biscuit Company
407 Broad St
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 362-5380
Yelp: 5 stars, 194 reviews
Biscuits and sausage gravy might sound simple enough to outsiders but it takes someone from
Tennessee to understand that they’re truly an art form. That’s because from their grandma’s breakfast table to every diner in the state, they’ve had the best of the best and as well as the worst. For the former, visit Maple Street Biscuit Company where you’ll find the best breakfast in
Chattanooga, complete with a variety of biscuit options. Try the squawking goat, which comes with chicken, goat cheese and pepper jelly for something new and delicious.
5. Opa Is The Greek Flavor Of Tennessee
Opa
249 River St
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 305-0038
Yelp: 5 stars, 48 reviews
The only thing better than good Greek food is great Greek food. That’s where Opa comes in. Tucked away in Coolidge Park in Chattanooga, this Mediterranean masterpiece never disappoints, from the lamb plates filled with tender meats and antipasto mixes of roasted tomatoes, olives, olives, feta cheese, and pita to the desserts like traditional baklava and a mind-blowing chocolate cake.
6. Knoxville Is Crepe-tastic
The French Market Creperies
526 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
(865) 540-4372
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 141 reviews
Crepes need no introduction but crepes as good as the ones you’ll find at The French Market deserve one. Made with a truly French authenticity, the crepes here come in a variety of different combinations and styles. From salted caramel and cinnamon and better to the Monte Cristo which comes with ham and strawberry preserves, there’s something sweet and something savory to satisfy everyone. Wash it down with a chai tea and start your day off as sweet as possible.
7. Discover The Indian Surprise Of Murfreesboro
Tandor Indian
529 N Thompson Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 907-9555
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 38 reviews
The best Indian food in Tennessee is hidden away in
Murfreesboro? Who knew? Well, besides everyone who lives in Murfreesboro. Save yourself the drive to Nashville and avoid the crowds while still getting to enjoy top-notch food. Come for the popular lunch buffet or dive into the menu which is full of all the traditional favorites for dinner, but make sure to come early because the tables fill up fast!
8. The Alley On Main Is Nacho’ Mama’s Murfreesboro
The Alley on Main
223 W Main St
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
(615) 203-3498
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 23 reviews
A true testament to just how much Murfreesboro has revamped itself in recent years is a place like The Alley on Main. This rustically modern spot in town with wood panel décor, string lights, and an awesome beer selection feels like a hipster paradise but also exudes the quaint feel of a traditional restaurant. Try the blackened chicken nachos before moving onto their popular chicken fried chicken or a savory burger.
9. Find Tennessee’s Best Sushi In Franklin
Zushimaki
1031 Riverside Dr
Franklin, TN 37064
(615) 465-6274
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 59 reviews
Zushimaki might be one of the best kept secrets in all of Tennessee. Hidden away in the Publix shopping center in
Franklin, this Japanese gem has all the Hallmarks of a big city four star restaurant. Fresh sushi and amazing sashimi are just the tip of the iceberg here. Make sure to also try their famous Chirashi, Tom Ka Kai soup, spring rolls, and Pad Thai.
10. Authentic Cubans Await In Pigeon Forge
Smokies Cuban Café
3526 Pkwy
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 365-1700
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 94 reviews
When you find yourself wandering the breathtaking Smoky Mountains, make sure to make some time to grab a bite to eat at Smokies Cuban Café in
Pigeon Forge. With sandwiches that will make you feel like you blinked and woke up in Miami and beef empanadas good enough to impress a Mexican grandmother, this no-frills spot makes for one of the best lunches in town. Don’t forget the yucca fries!
11. Wake Up At The Farmhouse At Sawyer’s
Sawyer’s Farmhouse Breakfast
2831 Pkwy
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 366-1090
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 128 reviews
When you’re off for a day of exploring the expansive Smoky Mountains, you’re definitely going to need to fuel up first. Make sure you get the diesel, not the unleaded of breakfasts by stopping at Sawyer’s Farmhouse in Pigeon Forge. Fluffy pancakes with peanut butter syrup, chicken and waffles, bananas foster French toast, and awesome biscuits and gravy will give you everything you need to make it through the day.
12. Elwood’s Brings The Barbeque Madness
Elwood’s Shack
4523 Summer Ave
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 761-9898
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 206 review
You didn’t think that some famous Tennessee barbeque wouldn’t make it on the list, did you? Of course not. There are plenty of great places to get your BBQ fix throughout the state but one of the best and most consistent can be found at Elwood’s Shack in Memphis. And it’s not just the ribs here that earn Elwood’s its praise (although they’re worth every last rave review), the blue cheese slaw is to die for and, believe it or not, some seriously awesome fish tacos.
13. Skip The Fast Food And Go For The Good Food At Jerry’s
Jerry’s Sno Cones
1657 Wells Station Rd
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 767-2659
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 131 reviews
Whether you’re in a rush and can’t stop to sit down in a restaurant or you’re just looking to cool down in the Memphis humidity, Jerry’s Sno Cones is always your best option for amazing food and something sweet. While there’s nothing fancy about this place, it’s a staple of Memphis for a reason. Along with some of the best ice cream and snow cones in Tennessee, you can also get some great food in hurry including awesome burgers, tamales, and cheesesteaks.
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