Restaurants in Kingsport

“Another great meal at Riverfront Seafood! Great Seafood. The scallops were delicious!”

“We went for our anniversary. Food was perfect. Service was wonderful. The only lcomplaint is the bread. Wish it could have been better. Hard crusted. We couldnt eat it. Everything else was exceptional . Thank you for a wonderful dining experience.”

“Good food and good bartenders”

“Came in with a large party with a few hours reservation notice, there was a little bit of a wait on bread & food but it was a Saturday night so that’s a given, but the food was still great and I’m thankful for that. Ribs were fall off the bone and juicy, appetizers were HOT! only complaint was that one of our appetizers didn’t come out until my main course came out which left half the table with their appetizers to eat and the other half just waiting… but stuff happens. Seemed like my server didn’t have any outside help which made me feel kind of bad for her but she stayed on top of everything. But I still had a great time and it wasn’t overwhelmingly loud and I’ll definitely be coming back. No one had any complaints about their food.”

“🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Sippin’ with Shirley at The Reserve was an absolute blast! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was fun, welcoming, and just the right amount of classy. Shirley was the perfect host—knowledgeable, engaging, and so good at breaking down each cocktail recipe in a way that made us feel like pros. We learned how to make four delicious cocktails, each with its own twist, and got hands-on with mixing, shaking, and garnishing. Whether you’re a cocktail newbie or a seasoned sipper, this class is a must. Shirley’s energy and expertise made the whole experience unforgettable. 🍸 Highly recommend for a night out with friends, a date night, or anyone looking to level up their mixology game! Cheers to Shirley and The Reserve!”

“My husband and I couple weeks ago came to the wine bar. We are not big wine drinkers but like to drink on occasion. We had a wonderful waiter named Alex he was very helpful with finding a wine and I loved that he was very attentive.”

“Great distillery to visit, Vodka is top notch, love the Cinnaburn moonshine, Orange Creamcicle is great, Spiced Rum is better than anything else out there. Owners are extremely knowledgeable on their products and will steer you right. Cool FD decor and neat swag. highly recommend.”

“My wife and I absolutely love the coconut grouper curry. So good! Highly recommend!”

“first time trying, will definitely b back,best tacos in town 😋”

“laid back atmosphere. everyone is friendly.”

“We ate here on May 18th we took our son here to celebrate him graduating . We had to wait for about 30 mins but we knew that and understood. Our silverware was a little dirty, the food was delicious however when our food was brought out to our table my steak medallions wasn't ready I was told they ran out and had to cut more and it would be a few more minutes. I just got a to go box for mine. So overall the only complaint I would have would be the silverware and having to wait a little longer on my food was all. The food was amazing and our waitress was very nice. This was our sons first time eating here and he's already talking about eating there again.”

“It's little Ceasars it's quick easy and my kids like the pizza. Pizza was done on time, wings were ok and my teens devoured the pizza. Store was clean and staff was helpful.”

“First time My wife and I ate at the Meadows. The dinner was great. Service was great. Nice atmosphere! We will definitely be back .”

“Jonathan is an awesome bartender! Definitely try his creations! 🤤”

“My husband and I enjoyed a delicious meal with fabulous service. The environment is friendly. The food is flavorful. Highly recommend!”

“Great customer service, and the food is authentic & delicious!”

“I am not a fan of Thai foodies however this restaurant exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended. Foodies are yummy yummy!!!”

“We’re partial to Phil’s because we live 5 minutes up the road, but I don’t think anyone does BBQ better than them!”

“Fast, polite, and clean service. Only the walk in pals serves peanut butter shakes. Emphasis on clean, super muggy outside and the A/C was like bliss walking in.”

“Best Jamaican food I’ve ever tasted—even better than every single meal I ate while in Jamaica! Do yourself a favor and check this place out—it’ll be your new addiction!”

“I just came to say the pistachio croissant changed my life! I loved the atmosphere and the coffee was also 10/10!! Supporting small businesses is my favorite🫶🏼”

“The best lunch/brunch in the Tri-Cities!”

“best hot n sour soup i have experienced, the veggies were FRESH and the meat was lean, no fat, no grissle.. 10 out of 10 for this experience. i ordered the hot n sour for an appetizer and the beef stir fry with brown rice, i am very impressed. I have tried asian cuisine everywhere i go, this is def a 10 for a quick sut down or a nice dinner experience as well.”

“We tried the white chocolate raspberry cinnamon roll and it was to die for! So good!”

“Jessie always provides great customer service”

“Absolutely the best pizza! 🍕 😘”

“We had such a fantastic experience at Southern Craft! The service was amazing—friendly, attentive, and quick. Everything came out fast and fresh, and every bite was delicious. We tried the fried green tomatoes, pulled pork nachos, smoked turkey, and okra, and all of it was excellent. They also have great options on the kids’ menu, which made it perfect for the whole family. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming—we even ran into several people we knew, which made it feel even more like a hometown favorite. The bar vibe is great, and the location is amazing. From start to finish, it was an all-around wonderful dining experience. We’ll definitely be coming back!”

“Such a sweet owner, very welcoming and friendly environment! Just stopped in to look at trinkets and was treated with such hospitality. Definitely worth visiting.”

“We visited Thai Cuisine for the first time on 07-19-22 and ordered the Panang Curry and Tornado Duck. Both dishes were very appealing to the eye and absolutely delicious. We would definitely recommend dining there and this restaurant will most certainly go on the top of our list!!!!”

“Excellent”

“Had breakfast there today, food was amazing! Homemade gravy 😋 Employees were very nice”

“I have eaten here many times and they have never let me down. Hands down best food around”

“We ordered the sampler platter of BBQ pork and chicken. Wow! The food was awesome. I’m not a fries person but was impressed with the Shack’s fries.”

“You are missing out if you have not tried this place! It is without a doubt, the absolute BEST Mexican food anywhere in the Tri-Cities!”

“My husband and I go here about every weekend, we just can’t stay away. I always get their Cinnamon Toast Crunch milkshake, it is delicious! I love supporting small businesses, especially the lovely people who own this wonderful creamery!”

“A favorite brunch spot for sure! One of the best in Kingsport. Great food, fantastic and friendly staff, overall great experience when you go!”

“Great food and great service!!”

“Always enjoy visiting Cafe 93 for a meal! They have great food and great prices and their staff have been nothing but kind and helpful. Highly recommend!”

“I came here with my son while on a trip to Bristol Motor Speedway. The food was absolutely wonderful, and we were treated like family. This is such a wonderful, welcoming place.”

“We always love to come here. I bring my grandsons, ages 7 & 16. There's something for everyone. Family atmosphere. The staff are super friendly and helpful.
Great selection of pizza, pasta and now they have hotdogs! They also have a small selection of desserts.”

“The nicest staff, delicious food, nice variety of foods. Best meatloaf and sweet potato fries in the area!”

“Absolutely the most delicious Mexican Restaurant in the TriCities with the best Margaritas and guacamole ever and it’s located downtown Kingsport! The staff is wonderful and always friendly! We have been so many times, they already know what we are going to order! If you have not been, please give them a try, you will not be disappointed ♥️”

“I always order a ham and cheese no mayo add spicy mustard and now you do not have the spicy mustard, I’m pretty upset. I’ve been getting this for a long time and I really wish you’d bring it back!!!! Please bring the spicy mustard back!! Pal Would not be happy with you guys”

“They have amazing food and their staff is so friendly! You get so much food. We will definitely be back when we are in town!”

“I love to stop in for lunch when I can. All of their food is delicious.”

“Finding gluten free options at any restaurant is very hard to do. I was pleasantly surprised to see an entire page of gluten free options for me. I had the Italian ham sub and it was delicious!!! Will for sure return to this restaurant again. Thank you for offering so many items for ppl that miss pizza, subs, and pasta.”

“I've ate burgers in different chains all across America and in other countries as well. No one comes close to the Big Pal. It always has been and always will be the best burger you can eat. The only caveat is, make sure you order it with pickles (once you try it, you can never get it without them).”

“Best breakfast in Kingsport!! My daughter and I had a steak biscuit and a biscuit and gravy and the cheddar munchers and everything was delicious!! Best cinnamon rolls too!!! Highly recommend!!!”

“Best burger & fries around! 😋”

“The staff at this location is amazing! My daughter and I eat here every time she has to come to Kingsport for the doctor and we always look forward to it!”

“Amazing!!!”

“Our first time dining there was just a few minutes ago, but it definitely won’t be our last! The food was delicious and the staff was amazingly friendly! Best BBQ ever with so many homemade BBQ sauces to choose from! The Mississippi Mud cake is awesome as well! Highly recommended!”

“First time here! Food was good, beer was good, old fashions were good, but the lady at the counter made it seem like we were an inconvenience. There was less than 10 people in the building. Maybe she was having a bad day….but there are many other places you can go spend money with friendlier service. The gentleman we spoke to was much more customer service oriented!”

“We stopped here one night while staying in Johnson City, TN- my husband and I both decided to order the meat combo- two choices each. I got the pulled pork and ribs, and my husband ordered their Bologna bites and brisket— nothing disappointing. Their tea was great too! Great atmosphere, great service, the waitress was new but she did great!”

“We ordered online and, our order was ready when we got there. Both pizzas were very good and generous portions. Love the garlic parmesan topping for the crust. We will definitely ordering again.”

“The best 18$ sirloin you're going to find in this area. The staff is extremely hospitable. The restaurant is clean. We plan to make this our new steakhouse go-to in the tri cities, keep up the great work!”

“We always get takeout. Their pizza, calzones, salads and spaghetti & meatballs are fabulous. Relaxed family atmosphere, delicious Italian food!! Fresh healthy ingredients, with many vegetarian options on the menu as well. Hearty portions.”

“Junior Cheeseburger is awesome. French fries have a perfect seasoning, fresh and tender.”

“love the food ..just got a tea today but eat there often ...great people..”

“Great as always. Service could be a little more frequent but it's usually a busy place. Can't stand the old Italian music but if you sit in the bar area you can watch tv.”

“They have the most amazing waitress that I've ever had the opportunity of meeting! Their food is amazing also and they make you feel like family! You need to visit this place you will always remember it and the wonderful people!!”

“We eat at Italian Village at least 2-3 times per month. The thing I love about it is that it tastes exactly the same as it did when I was a teenager back in the 1980s. There is never a surprise change to the quality ingredients they have always used that makes Italian Village it's own, unique thing. I like other pizza restaurants too, but I find that I always compare them to Italian Village and realize it's still my number 1!”

“First time there and it was amazing. The food was delicious and the owners were so friendly. Best restaurant food and experience in this area.”

“I had such a great experience here today. I was trying to redeem a free drink reward I had earned, but for some reason it disappeared from my account. The employee who helped me was incredibly kind and still gave me my free drink anyway. I wish I had gotten her name because she truly went above and beyond and made my day. Amazing customer service like that really stands out. Thank you!”

“What a great experience ! A friend, and I had supper here and the fried perch, broccoli, and coleslaw was fabulous. My friend, who has traveled the world and is a connoisseur of seafood, remarked more than once about the excellence of our food. Our waitress, Kim, was as fine as the food ! It's not everyday that food and service both achieve such high marks. Bravo, Fisherman's Dock of Kingsport, Tennessee !”

“Nice cool concrete floors”

“I love little cakes cupcakes . I've been there on so many occasions, and service has been wonderful. The area brings children's joy when they hear the words, " We're going to Little Cakes."”

“hands down the best Mexican restaurant in the Tricities! I'll pick it every time! so good!!!”

“One of my favorite places although I may be a little partial”

“Tonight was my first time at Cheddar's
A buddy of mine suggested it before we saw a movie and I'm glad I agreed this place is amazing
And the interior is very clean including the restrooms
The food was great I got the 5oz Bourbon glaze salmon and it was beautiful prepared and the service was amazing as well our server was amazing ❤
I can't wait to return ❤”

“I have not eaten at a Perkins location for well over 20 years. The truth is, there aren't any in the area where I live and I was just passing through here. The food was excellent and the staff were really pleasant. I got a container to take some leftovers and the waitress brought me an iced tea to go. If I lived in the area I would probably be going in there on a regular basis.”

“Ate lunch there today (Labor Day) There was a mix up with our order and it took a long time to get our food. Staff was very apologetic, More than made up for it! Good business practices!!! Pizza was delicious when we got it and the ice cream was beyond fabulous! Thanks for great customer service!!”

“We had lunch today and everyone was friendly and kind to us! We had the Cuban and The Piggy and both were very delicious, the server and cook were both a delight! We will definitely be coming back!”

“Love the team at this location, they are always so friendly and they never get my order wrong! Best coffee in Kingsport! Highly recommended!”

“Food was great as it normally is decent price for the amount you get however I do want to suggest that they offer a discount for college students since the college is 2 blocks away and the majority of the daytime customers are college students”

“It was amazing!!!!!!!!!!! Their food was really good my best friend Michala works there too! :)”

“The Sullivan Central Class of 2005 just celebrated our 20th year high school reunion at The Sports Mill and loved it so much that the class is planning another gathering this year. Matt Henderson curated the event and assisted with finding a local food truck during the height of Fun Fest (which is no small feat). Great atmosphere and multiple options on draft and a fridge of popular beverages. They even made slushies! Folks had indoor and outdoor options for relaxing and everyone tried the simulation games for friendly competition. Definitely a night to remember!”

“Mad Greek restaurant kingsport tn I went to this restaurant with my daughter today for the first time. I ordered the Chicken Parmesan pasta, Caesar salad, and mozzarella sticks. I have to say, this place was phenomenal. Everything was delicious. I greatly enjoyed myself as well my daughter. Highly recommend!! Beautiful atmosphere. Staff was impeccable.”

“My wife and I came through on Friday morning. The food was perfect, hot and fresh. Pals food is almost always good at all locations but it was perfect this morning. Friendly folks taking orders and handing food out makes it even better.”

“Went to our table and waited for our food. They brought my husbands sub out. He ate it and I was still waiting for mine. The manager noticed and asked if I had received my sandwich yet. I said no. The young man that took our order apologized and said he had forgot to make mine. 🫤”

“Had lunch there yesterday. Delicious chicken and dumplings. Finished the rest for lunch today.”

“Hands down the best place to be for shooting pool, hanging out with your friends, enjoying a cold beverage and great food. The staff is absolutely amazing. Very clean and healthy environment. Kids and dogs are welcome so that’s a huge plus. 10 out of 10 experience and absolutely enjoy going there.”

“Made my whole night. Never been before today, but was craving an iced vanilla berry Red Bull and couldn’t find them anywhere! So, I go to try the new drink because it uses that Red Bull! So yummy! The cold foam gave you that “wintery” feel while still being so refreshing. Person who took my order and the person at the window were both so sweet! 100% recommend if you haven’t tried it!”

“Great eats, great prices, perfect location, and sweet workers!”

“Best Mexican restaurant in the Tri-Cities by far. Moved to JC and it’s a shame because we used to eat here 2-3 times a week and we crave it now. We still make time to stop by at least every once in a while though.”

“Great place to eat! Love it!”

“Me encantó🫶 Excelente comida y servicio! Love it! Excellent food and Service🫶 💯 recommended!!”

“The ladies did an amazing job on my sons birthday cookie! They put a huge bass jumping out of the water for a lure and it looked so good! He loved it! We ordered a large rectangle cookie cake ❤️ always a great experience!”

“Awesomeness an clean place”

“Love lunch. We came for dinner & I was very disappointed tonight. Food was very skimpy & basically same as lunch but higher priced. Waitress was not good but automatically added 20% tip on 5 people.”

“Just wondering if there is new ownership? Employees seem to be a ALL new. We have been here many times and enjoyed are food and atmosphere but this time something was off. Food still good but prices are high and employees seemed off. We are hesitate to go back.”

“We are the best Mexican Resurant around!!!! We have great service!!!”

“Always a great sandwich, ingredients are definitely more fresh than other subways I've been to. However, it doesn't seem as though they have pepper jack cheese. So that's unfortunate”

“The most spectacular team and top level service. Seriously blown away at how consistently excellent these folks are. I do not eat at Jersey Mike’s outside of this location if at all possible. Because that’s how good they are. Thank you very much to the staff!”

“Great fast food!

Vegetarian options: Available

Dietary restrictions: Absolutely

Parking: You won't have a issue with parking.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes”

“The best flavored coffee in town with many SF flavors.”

“Delicious smoothies and very friendly employees!! We go here often after a bike ride or a workout. For what you get, the prices aren't bad either.”

“The best icy shop in Kingsport great flavors great prices and very nice owners he knows us when we come in he even knows what our flavors are you need to try him out you won't go anywhere else”

“they were fast and courteous and the waitress was great and really helped turn my night around”

“Way back in 1970’s ATL , a friend told Mr.Cathy: we have to drive all the way to
Hapeville to get a decent chicken sandwich! That’s about an hour drive , before 285 was built and we were in North Sandy springs! Perimeter mall has a NEW Chick Fil -A store wow! From then on I was hooked. 50 years later, I’m back in the south , so happy to find you here? In TN.❤️🩷💛”

“I'm always so satisfied with the Thai Chicken Salad! It's amazing and so yummy. The owner is also very friendly and makes you feel like part of their family. Thank you!!”

“I Love coming home from California and I look so forward to eating here cause it's food is Amazing. Cheese dip and chicken nachos are my go to foods at the restaurant.”

“Best service!!!! Affordable for families💕”

“It's Starbucks. You should kinda know what you're gonna get with a franchise as big as Starbucks. I will say tho, that some locations like this one that are inside of a grocery store, have a limited menu. Not super limited but they don't always have EVERYTHING you would expect. And some won't let you redeem your points.”

“Couldn't sleep so my wife and I went to Waffle House for breakfast. Food was good, price was good and service was even better!”

“All around a good place and nice people”

“A great place for a meal and a cold beer! And starting April 25 2026 beef o bradys will having bike night. All motorcycles are welcome...live music, cold beer and hot food!”

“Our favorite after school stop!”

“Genuinely the best service from any Arby's I've ever been to. I don't know how they managed to find such talented, intelligent and kind employees. Food is fresh and everyone there actually seems to like their job, so rare in today's world.”

“Food tastes great and is extremely filling. If I see this truck I’m stopping every time. Thanks again for the food Dylan!”

“Ordered a Toasty and small fry. Received order 276. Which was two hotdogs plain, frenchi fry and lg coke. Didnt receive the LG coke or would have known order was incorrect. Hot dogs were good though just not what I ordered.

Shawn”

“love there pizza and you cant get unlimited toppings”

“Beach Hut is one of my favorite places to get shaved ice, but their strawberry wedding cake lemonade is my all-time favorite! Unfortunately they only accept cash, and even as someone who visits often, I sometimes forget and have to leave to go by the ATM before I can order.”

“Culture is a simple word that covers so much ground. The environment is friendly and the beer cold. A landmark first stop if your sight seeing in Kingsport, TN. Meet the owner, Bud Collier; a living legend and the founder. I stop by every time I’m in town. Excelsior!”

“First time having their subs and they were fresh and delicious!!! The staff was super friendly and helpful!!! We will be back! So many options i want to try! 💜”

“I wasn't really a fan of Arby's UNTIL I took my wife to this location, been a regular stop ever since. Today's experience was exceptional, place was packed and this team was efficient and accurate, like always but with constant flow dinning in and drive through packed they worked like a well oiled machine! Very impressive and food was perfect. Thanks to the entire staff. Great Job!”

“Perfect quick stop for coffee in the morning. I have yet to experience any long lines or crowds lady working in the front counter. This morning was knowledgeable quick and on point.”

“Always amazing food and it is served out the window quickly. Normally it is 100% what you order. They don't make too many mistakes. This is a drive-thru, not a sit-down restaurant”

“Fast/easy to-go pick up! Always yummy :)”

“Date with the wife. Watched the rest of the Tennessee ballgame.”

“Food is really good here and tge staff is always friendly. I just hate that you place a order online and drive 20 mins to get there and they dont have your order ready so you have to pull up and wait.”

“We had a great time at the Pit Stop!! The bartender was an amazing person. She was very friendly and attentive. Karaoke was a blast the bartender can really sing. They have one pool table and it's a smoke friendly bar They do not serve liquor only beer but I will definitely come back for a round or two”

“Ordered the new strawberry froze slush no strawberry flavor to it husband ordered diet coke with cherry flavor very bland waste of money”

“I've never had a bad experience at this Hardee's. The food is always fresh and the customer service is always spot on.”

“This restaurant was an amazing find for a late lunch as we drove north today! Not far off the highway, the food was nicely spiced, the salsa was yum and the price was really great! The portion size was just perfect. I can't recall when we've eaten a lunch with the right amount of food for under $10 each! We'll done!”

“best pizza and wings finally found good pizza in kingsport”

“The food and staff are great especially Josh and Ty and Reggie whom serve us most of the time are so friendly,kind and serve with a smile.We look forward to seeing these friendly faces and the good food and service. Other are kind also.”

“Great eats, great prices, perfect location, and sweet workers!”

“Love that they brought back the buffet! Always good!”

“Fast/easy to-go pick up! Always yummy :)”

“Special recognition needs to go to miss Paisley, she's just absolutely AMAZING! Welcoming, friendly, polite, hardworking, knowledgeable; also gives great recommendations if you're unsure or just want to try something different, which is such a pleasant experience as a customer! That's going above & beyond imo.
She's just wonderful at her job overall. Hope she's appreciated there!
Other employees I've interacted with have been just as sweet too, I'm just not as familiar with their names.
This location is clean and well-kept also; dining area, lobby & bathrooms, outside is maintained and inviting.
Big round of applause for everyone who contributes to this KFC being the best I've ever been to!🫶🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”

“I went with my mom qhile visiting from California and food was excellent and some new items on the menu. Restaurant us clean as well as the bathrooms and waitresses are kind amd always willing to give advise on items”

“From drive-thru to dining in, their employees are upbeat and pleasant. They don’t over talk but the hellos and welcomes are generally warm. And unlike other locations, the coffee doesn’t smell or taste “burnt” which tells me they’re thankfully cleaning their machines. Makes such a difference. Only complaint….and not their fault just a location thing, their tight drive-thru and turn is terribly difficult for all sizes vehicles. I see and hear people scrape and rub rims entering and leaving their window.”

“My daughter went by and picked up a Whopper meal tonight. It was a great meal. 👍 The vegetables was fresh and crispy with the perfect amount of condiments. Thank you so much. Kingsport, TN rocks!”

“If you're trying to figure out which food might be better between the other blue and yellow restaurant and Captain D's, just go here. The food tastes so much more fresh!”

“We have been China Wok’s customers for years. Their food is awesome. The restaurant is clean. The waitresses know us by name. This is my favorite restaurant in Kingsport.”