Once upon a time, Gatlinburg was a quiet and unassuming mountain getaway. There’s very little of those days left for tourists to see, but there’s one tiny little sandwich counter that serves as the most relaxing throwback room in the entire city. Continue reading “Parton’s Deli, Gatlinburg TN”
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S & S Cafeteria, Knoxville TN
This old Georgia-based chain is continuing to shrink, but we found that the location closest to us has actually expanded its Saturday hours. That’s a good sign, isn’t it? Continue reading “S & S Cafeteria, Knoxville TN”
Small’s Drive-In, Athens TN
We had very simple expectations when we stopped by this 1960s-era survivor: just basic burgers, fries, and a milkshake under an old canopy. This place shattered them. Continue reading “Small’s Drive-In, Athens TN”
Scottie’s Restaurant, Pikeville TN
We thought we’d visited all of the survivors of this old chain of diners. We were mistaken! Continue reading “Scottie’s Restaurant, Pikeville TN”
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint, Nolensville TN (take two)
It’s been six and a half years since our previous visit to Martin’s. Time has been very kind to this great restaurant. Continue reading “Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint, Nolensville TN (take two)”
Charlie Vergos’ Rendezvous, Memphis TN
Would you believe that this trip to Memphis wasn’t originally going to include a visit to a new-to-us barbecue place? Well, that just wouldn’t do. Continue reading “Charlie Vergos’ Rendezvous, Memphis TN”
Dixie Castle, Jackson TN
We were not sure what to expect when we visited the downtown location of this small eighty year-old chain of diners, but we found an incredibly popular place which serves an amazingly good dinner. Continue reading “Dixie Castle, Jackson TN”
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