For the finest steaks and seafood in East Tennessee, served in a relaxed
dining atmosphere, eat at The Peerless, voted Best Steak, Peoples Choice and
Best Restaurant for out of town visitors. A "fresh market cafe" with
deliciously prepared homemade soups, salads and sandwiches can be found at
Main Street Cafe in the center of Historic Jonesborough.
For friendly and quick service, check out Arby’s Restaurants. They now
have Market Fresh deli style sandwiches, as well as roast beef and chicken
sandwiches, and subs. Cracker Barrel offers a full service family dining
experience, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a quaint country setting.
RESTAURANTS
CAPTAIN'S TABLE
2340 HIGHWAY 321, HAMPTON 37658
(423) 725-2201
FAX: (423) 725-2623
WEBSITE: www.lakeshore-resort.com
Located 17 miles from I-26. Experience the breathtaking
view of beautiful Watauga Lake while enjoying a great meal.
We serve seafood specialty dishes, steaks & chicken...as
well as several delicious side plates. Lounge and banquet
facilities available. Open Mar.-Oct. Serving Dinner 4-9pm
and Lunch on Fri., Sat., & Sun. Closed Mon. & Tues. TC &
CC accepted.
CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE, INC.
2692 BOONES CREEK ROAD, JOHNSON CITY 37615
(423) 282-8113
FAX: (423) 282-3359
WEBSITE: www.crackerbarrel.com
Located at exit 17 off I-26. Full service family dining.
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 6am-10pm daily,
serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sat. & Sun. until 11pm.
PC, TC & CC accepted. F/HA.
THE FIREHOUSE RESTAURANT & CATERING
627 WEST WALNUT STREET, JOHNSON CITY 37604
(423) 929-7377
FAX: (423) 929-2080
WEBSITE: www.thefirehouse.com
Located 1 mile from I-26. "Come see what's ablaze"
at the authentic West Walnut Street Firehall, built in 1930.
Offering a wide variety of foods while specializing in "Authentic
Hickory Smoked Bar-B-Que", ribs, steaks, sandwiches
and more! Firefighting memorabilia enhances our atmosphere,
along with our fully restored 1925 Seagrave's fire engine.
Whether your event is a large gala, company picnic, or small
board meeting, let The Firehouse take care of all of your
catering needs. Open Mon. - Thurs. 11a.m.- 9:30 P.M.; Fri.
& Sat. 11 a.m. - 10 P.M. TC & CC accepted. L/HA.
THE PEERLESS
2531 NORTH ROAN STREET, JOHNSON CITY 37601
(423) 282-2351
WEBSITE: www.thepeerlessinc.com
Located 2 miles from I-26. Over sixty-eight years ago, The
Peerless Restaurant began in Johnson City. Where good food
tastes better. The finest steaks and seafood in East Tennessee
served in a relaxed dining atmosphere. Voted Best Steak,
Peoples Choice and Best Restaurant for Out of Town Visitors.
New location in Knoxville, TN. Serving: Mon.-Thurs. 4-10
pm; Fri. & Sat. 4-11pm. PC, TC, & CC accepted.
RIDGEWOOD BARBECUE, LLC
900 ELIZABETHTON HIGHWAY, BLUFF CITY 37618
(423) 538-7543
Located 15 miles from I-81. The area's finest and oldest barbecue restaurant. Acclaimed
THE BEST by many books, newspapers and PEOPLE MAGAZINE. Casual atmosphere and family
oriented with very reasonable prices. Serving Mon. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Fri. &
Sat. 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 - 8 p.m.; Closed Sun. L/HA. PC, TC & CC accepted.
RIVER'S EDGE RESTAURANT
2004 JONESBOROUGH ROAD, ERWIN 37650
(423) 743-3713
FAX: (423) 743-5400
WEBSITE: www.riversedgebbq.com
Located 1.4 miles north of I-26. Barbecue is our specialty.
Freshly smoked meats are marinated before cooking so that
they retain their natural juices. Special sauces compliment
the tender meats. We're told it's the best BBQ around. Hand-tossed
pizzas are made fresh to order. Specially prepared sauces
made with local vegetables and a variety of toppings allow
diners to create pizzas to satisfy their cravings, from
traditional to inventive. Located on the banks of the Nolichucky
River directly across from the majestic 800-foot "Devil's
Looking Glass." Live music weekends. Lunch buffet,
catering, private parties, and outdoor dining available.
Open Year Round. Our hours vary with the seasons feel free
to call. Mid May - Oct. Open Wed. - Mon. 11:00 a.m. - 8:30
p.m. (till 9:00 p.m. Fri. & Sat.); Jan. & Feb. Open
Thurs. - Sat.; Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving. TC &
CC accepted. F/HA.
RIVERFRONT SEAFOOD COMPANY FRESH MARKET AND GRILL
1777 NETHERLAND INN ROAD, KINGSPORT 37660
(423) 245-FISH (3474)
WEBSITE: www.riverfrontseafood.com
E-MAIL: riverfrontcfood@aol.com
Established in 1991, Riverfront Seafood Company is locally
owned and operated. Come visit our fresh market as well
as our restaurant where you can enjoy all of our store items
professionally prepared in our authentic oceanic themed
dining room. Feel free to sit outside and feel the cool
breezes on our wraparound patio area right on the river.
Orders for fresh seafood are placed by midnight and delivered
by noon the following day. All of our soups, sauces, and
desserts are prepared from scratch, in house, with only
the freshest ingredients. You can even say that we are Obsessed
with freshness! Open 11 a.m. daily, closed Sundays.
TC & CC accepted.
RUNABOUT CAFE AT SONNY'S MARINA
109 ONE STREET, GRAY 37615
(423) 283-4014
FAX: (423) 282-5478
WEBSITE: www.sonnysmarina.com
Located off Highway 36, on the water at Boone Lake. One
mile behind Zak's Furniture. Enjoy outdoor dining, 13 beers
on tap, and a full menu. Come by and have a relaxing getaway.
Rent a boat, or just enjoy the view. Large parties welcome.
Open April - Nov. 11am-11pm daily. TC & CC accepted. F/HA.
Note, This is not a comprehensive listing of dining in the region. The featured restaurants are members of the Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association.
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