Exciting Murfreesboro TN Dining Adventures Await!
Murfreesboro, TN, a city steeped in history and brimming with Southern charm, is also a culinary hotspot that offers a diverse array of dining options. From traditional Southern fare to international cuisine, the restaurants in Murfreesboro, TN, cater to a variety of palates and preferences. Whether you're a local foodie looking for your next culinary adventure, a tourist seeking to experience the local food culture, or a student in search of a cozy café, you'll find a restaurant that suits your taste and budget. This article will guide you through the city's vibrant dining scene, highlighting some of the best restaurants in Murfreesboro, TN.<p>O “Reviewer TN” Hands down, the <a href="https://triplay.ai/places/best-restaurants-murfreesboro">best restaurant in Murfreesboro</a>.
Olive garden italian restaurant
4.4
(3084)
Lively, family-friendly chain featuring Italian standards such as pastas & salads.
Reviews:
Foods were good, service was good too. No cavities! Had supper with wife and sister while in town on a dental visit. Cloth napkins, so potential for 5 stars, but just didn't add up. Was craving the salad, it was spot on
I. Fish Cheap
The staff here at the Olive Garden in the Boro are absolutely wonderful! Every time we come here, it’s a great atmosphere, great service and great food. Please try them out, takeout or dine in, you can’t go wrong.
alarecia
We were visiting from New Mexico, and we stopped here for dinner on the final night that we were in town before coming home. I was very impressed with not only the food but the individuals that served us. Our waitress, although I don't remember her name was so nice to us and very attentive to our needs. My son was throwing a bit of a tantrum, but she was so patient with him. Definitely a place we would visit again.
Melissa Carter
My husband and I had an amazing experience. We had an awesome waitor he went above and beyond to make us have a pleasant experience. We had soup and salad with peppers on the side. So relaxing. Thank you for the best soup ever. We really enjoyed it.
Sharon Catlin
Holly was absolutely amazing. She was wonderful in more ways than I could explain! Not only was she fast and efficient, she was so polite and memorable. My husband and I really connected with her on such a deeper level than the basic “Hi, how are you?” I can honestly say, I will remember her. Everyone in the customer service industry should be like her! She is the prime example of OUTSTANDING customer service. She definitely deserves recognition. The food was amazing as well! Best birthday dinner ever!
Hannah Dixon
1710 Old Fort Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
The alley on main
4.6
(1862)
Steaks, seafood, pastas & sandwiches served in a relaxed space with a full bar & homemade desserts.
Reviews:
After a long morning of travel, my husband and I wanted to stop somewhere for a real meal. Found this place online and decided to go for lunch- and boy were we amazed! Quick service, pleasant atmosphere, good prices, and awesome food. Though their lunch menu is simple, it’s perfect for a quick bite. My husband got the hot chicken sandwich (pictured) and was so impressed. We’re definitely coming back! 10/10!
Sarah Toomey
Another great recommendation to me! We got here just before dinner rush and was able to get a table right away. The food was delicious, great service (Thanks Jacob!), and even met the owner who was bussing tables and doing whatever the staff needed help with! Highly recommend this restaurant and when we come back to Murfreesboro we will return!
Kim Poppe
We had a good experience there, waiting time was about 30 min and we decided to wait because of the good reviews on the place, also sometimes "waiting" means the food is worth the wait, so we did. In general food was good, flavor was awesome and the ambience was accordingly. Place was packed, family oriented, so if you are there for hanging out this might not be the place, at least not at dinner time ☺️because is people waiting for you to emptied the table. Also the staff there keep an eye on you for whatever you need, not just your waiter but everyone else, I thought that was pretty cool, they help each other. If you are near Murfreesboro or passing through Nashville, go there is worth the wait.
Emerald
Food was delicious. Yes it took awhile but it was worth the wait. The drinks here are also good.
O “Reviewer TN”
Hands down, the best restaurant in Murfreesboro. The service is always great, food is by far the best in town, and they have the cutest outside area to eat. Don't be afraid to wait if it's busy, it moves fast. The employees are always hard at work and make things happen. This is our go-to place for anniversaries and birthdays. Locally owned and sourced. Alley Sammie is the best for lunch!!
J Lynn
223 W Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA
Metro diner
4.4
(2583)
Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.
Reviews:
The entire establishment is clean, fun, and just amazing. From the second we walked in everyone was friendly, but the best part of my dining experience was having Kat take care of us. She was attentive, sweet, and overall great! We will definitely be returning customers and the food was so GOOD!!!
Brianna Marie
After our original choice of restaurant had over an hour wait we ended up here at Metro Diner. I'm so thankful we did! We shared a plate of chicken and waffles and it was HUGE! We both ate until stuffed and took leftovers home. Their grits were to die for....ive never had grits so creamy 😋. The service was excellent and the food came out unbelievably fast. Definitely a must try!
Melanie McCoy
Tried the Croissant French Toast and OMG…Deelish ! Seriously , it was delicious . The fried chicken is also QUITE delicious ; well seasoned , juicy and crispy . Scrambled eggs were a bit runny and bland . Great spot for good breakfast eats as well as lunch/dinner.
Maritza Hunter
Incredible service and food! Large portions! This will definitely be on our frequent dining list!
Heidi Smithson
Good coffee. Great pancakes. Fried Chicken Benedict was also good. Okay biscuits and gravy. a bit stuffy inside with the hotter days. Very nice servers here. Price is reasonable. Worth a stop for sure. 2nd visit even better!
Vance Ward
711 N Thompson Ln I, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
Jeff's family friendly restaurant
4.5
(867)
Soul food classics, including fried chicken, catfish & flapjack cornbread, served in a simple space.
Reviews:
I traveled in from Tri-Cities TN to Murfreesboro to visit my Mom. I had the pleasure of taking my Mom to lunch at Jeff's today (her choice). WOW...the food was amazing and I can't wait to come back for another visit. If I could give it more than a 5 star rating I would.
Tracy Morelock
I live in Spring Hill & was in the area to run an errand. Was so happy to find Jeff’s bc I was in the mood for some good ol country cooking & the reviews sold me. Placed my order online for pick up, it was ready in a “Jeffy” 😉 Very nice folks & the lady behind the counter was so sweet. We talked about her niece who had moved to Spring Hill recently. I would eat here every day just for the people alone, good for the soul. I got my to go order & headed home. I had planned on eating the plate for my dinner tonight, so I left it bagged & just stuck it in my fridge when I got home. Opened the box at dinner time & was disappointed to see that I didn’t get my hot water bread 😢. I’ve never had hot water bread & I was excited to try it. Once I dug into my chicken, Mac & pintos though my disappointment disappeared! The food was everything I had hoped for & more! Delicious to the last bite & I ate EVERY LAST BITE! Thank you for the best dinner I’ve had in quite some time! I will definitely be visiting the nice folks at Jeff’s anytime I’m in the area! Next time I hope I get to try the bread! Also had a slice of the strawberry cake bc another review had mentioned how good it was. I was hoping for a from scratch cake, but honestly it tasted like box cake & store bought icing, which to me taste very artificial. My next visit I’ll give the pie or banana pudding a try.
Tamara Madani
Everything is made from scratch. Made with real ingredients just like your great grandma cooked. Butter, cream, sugar. No short cuts. The absolute best Chicken & Dressing w gravy, fried chicken, turnip greens, fried cornbread, peach cobbler and banana pudding you will ever eat. I’d encourage anyone who loves good ole fashioned southern comfort food to eat here. I wish they would sell a cookbook with all their recipes. As it gets no better than this.
Deanna Carlton
Food was good, dressing needed seasoning. Fruit tea was 🥴 too sweeeeet...
Ellen Mattingly
Took my son here for lunch today and WOW! Excellent food and friendly people. I had the Cajun catfish and black eyed peas and greens and my son had fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy and Mac n cheese. Everything was delicious and the greens are the best I have ever had. Highly recommend anyone that is looking for a meat and three to try Jeff’s. We will be regulars!
D C
467 S Hancock St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA
Toot's broad street
4.4
(3788)
Festive spot serving burgers, wings, ribs, seafood & other familiar comfort food eats.
Reviews:
Man, i really have tried to like this place, but it's a hard no or me. The incredibly friendly staff is what i imagine keeps this establishment afloat. Moses, our waiter, was delightful, attentive, and made it a pleasant experience. If you are going in for beer, this is a good place. The food is well below average and such an utter disappointment. The kitchen staff does their job poorly. This place can use a call to Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue - not even a joke. This place has so much potential. I know this is a locals watering hole in Middle TN, management, you can and do so much better for your loyal patrons who spend their hard earned bucks with you. Just fookd for thought. Also our waiter was the one person hustling on the floor, while everyone else was bunched up chit-chatting.
Tania B
This place was very good. The fried pickles and mozzarella sticks appetizers were delicious. I got the Buffalo strips with broccoli. The chicken was some of the best I’ve ever had. The breading was very light and the flavor of the sauce was perfectly vinegary. I got full after a couple strips but kept eating because it was so good. There’s a few games up front for the kiddos and over all is a nice place. Would recommend.
Stephanie A Walker
Toot's is a very Southern, sporty place with a laid back atmosphere. Self seating allows you to choose your own table, dim or sunny, or under the night lights of the city. You almost feel like you're having a meal right on the boat dock with the decor: old tin signs and newspaper clippings, photos of local celebrities through the years. The food is excellent, prepared fresh, and served hot. This is a fantastic option for local eats and good cocktails. You won't leave unsatisfied.
Shanna Goins (Shanna Banana)
Service was fantastic - Good atmosphere, but terrible food. Literally the first time I’ve sent a plate of food back in my life. Couldn’t find one redeeming quality about the food. It’s exceptionally cheap quality and I would never go back to eat. Thankfully, the server was fantastic.
Jeff Davidson
This was where my wife and I had our very first date, so it's special to us. Today made it that much better. Between the $6.99 lunch special that was a LOT of food, the chips and salsa was also hefty portion-wise, and we had plenty of food left over. The service was as it usually is -- quick, thorough, and kind. Great experience overall!
Alan L. Parrish
860 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
Bonefish grill
4.4
(1718)
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Reviews:
Nice clean restaurant, staff was pleasant and friendly. Food came out quickly and was delicious. Had the mahi mahi with a mango salsa, garlic mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus. Wife had the mahi with the "Lily" toppings. Also had the bang bang shrimp appetizer which was perfectly cooked.
Chris Weldon
Waitress was superior helpful and nice! Food was good, except my lady's blacken salmon was overcooked and dry, she didn't complain until later at home, She didn't want to ruin her Mother's day with her daughter who paid!
Nolan Smith (smitty67us)
We came here for dinner tonight, I ordered the salmon and my fiancé ordered the filet mignon. The service was excellent. Elijah was our server, he was very attentive, friendly, and professional. The bread was amazing as always. It was fresh and fluffy. The salmon was not dry and the broccoli was cooked in some type of garlic butter, the Mac and cheese needed a little salt but still delicious. My fiancé was very pleased with his dish. The filet was very tender and cooked to the desired temperature, he enjoyed the garlic whipped potatoes and the broccoli. Highly recommend this restaurant!
Diana Suarez
Served us cold food. Asparagus was trashy looking. Even the manager said she couldn't believe that food was presented like that. She comped the meals but I didn't eat. Way overrated restaurant. Server had long hair dangling over the food. Next day went to Chop House which was much much better than Bonefish. Manager gave me gift cards, but I won't ever step in Bonefish again to be served trash. Oh and bartender didn't know how to make an old fashioned smh.
Shahnon Grear
So we tried it … now for the knock … It could be the time of our dinner; it could be our choices but either way, the entire menu should represent what an establishment is about and we were not impressed. Would have been better off walking across the parking lot to … the other restaurant. The bread was so hard we didn’t even attempt to eat it and there was entirely too much olive oil provided. I could not put a finger on what was off about my creamed spinach but I didn’t want to find out so I chose not to go beyond my first bite. If memory serves, the fish tacos were of Cod descent although, never in my life at any restaurant have I had that much trouble biting into or chewing Cod. Unfortunately, we both ordered the same thing so, I can offer no comment on another item off the menu. We would love to give this place another shot but I don’t think that is going to happen. Our server was attentive, so at least there is that.
andre richardson
505 N Thompson Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
Chick-fil-a
4.4
(1873)
Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
Reviews:
I'm always amazed with Chick-fil-A service. No matter where it's at the drive-through, is always run efficiently like no other, this location is no exception. The staff here is friendly. Great job.
Scott
When you go through the drive through and order a bowl plus 5 other items; no silverware, your chicken minis look like the picture and get 0 napkins. Don't know who was on the food line but they weren't doing thier job today.
Jeffry Rieck
I never have a problem with my order here. The staff are absolutely wonderful and make you feel comfortable. The management is the best and will resolve any issues you may encounter. The food is great and the service is THE BEST!!!
Jon Stidham
We visited tonight, couldn’t fine anywhere to do a survey so I thought I’d say the girl who was running the food inside and for the mobile orders was keeping her cool in a situation that many people wouldn’t have. It was crazy busy and basically everyone inside didn’t have their orders 20+ minutes after ordering. She was super sweet. I think her name was MaryAnne?? Something with an Anne. She rocked, had to share!
Emme Cluff
This Chick-fil-A has a tendency to mess up orders at busy times, but they always make it right with the best customer service, plus some. It's just unfortunate to have to spend time fixing an order when you are expecting "fast" food. With that said, I have always returned!
Rick Eberlei
2116 Memorial Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA