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.
CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE, INC.
10132 AIRPORT PARKWAY, KINGSPORT 37663
(423) 323-9213
WEBSITE: www.crackerbarrel.com
Located at exit 63 off I-81. 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. Open 11am-10pm Mon. - Sat. TC & CC accepted. L/HA.
MAIN STREET CAFE & CATERING
117 WEST MAIN STREET, JONESBOROUGH, TN 37659
CAFE (423) 753-2460
FAX: (423) 753-8008
CATERING INFORMATION: (423) 753-0353
WEB SITE: www.mainstreetcatering.net
Located 7 miles from I-26. A "Fresh Market Cafe" with deliciously
prepared homemade soups, salads and sandwiches. Outdoor
seating available. Smoke-free facility. Located in the old
post office across from the Chester Inn in the heart of
Historic Downtown Jonesborough. Serving Mon.-Fri. 11am-3pm;
Sat. 11am-4pm. The Tri-Cities #1 full-service, off premise
catering service. "We cater the Tri-Cities area with Great
Fresh Food, Since 1982!" PC, TC & CC accepted.
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. 4-10:30pm; 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. Serving barbecue, pizza, smoked prime rib and more.
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.
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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