Restaurants

Oak Ridge Favorites

You can’t get this at home… 

Beans N Things (Historic Jackson Square)
201 Historic Jackson Square, Oak Ridge

Big Ed's Pizza (Historic Jackson Square)
101 Broadway, Oak Ridge, (865) 482-4885
If pizza is what you want then there is no other. A favorite among the locals, Big Ed’s is best known for their excellent pizza, great sauce and unique atmosphere.
Lunch and dinner served 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.;
Closed Sunday.

Buffalo Grille and Bar
205 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, (865) 481-0515
Although you can order Buffalo wings, this restaurant is best known as the home of the Buffalo and Ostrich Burgers. Shoot pool, listen to a local band or watch the big screen TV in this casual setting.
Mon. – Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.;
Sat. 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.;
Closed Sunday.

Burchfield's at DoubleTree Hotel
215 S. Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge, (865) 481-2468
From loaded pasta to a Jack Daniels sirloin, you’re invited to have “dinner with a friend” in this newly renovated restaurant. Burchfield’s offers high quality food and service at a reasonable price. Join them for daily Happy Hour and live music on Friday nights.
Daily 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Flatwater Grill
100 Melton Lake Peninsula, Oak Ridge, (865) 862-8646
With its beautiful view of Melton Hill Lake and specialties like “Tennessee Tails” and the “Figgy Piggy” sandwich, this new eatery is sure to become a local favorite.
Tues. -Sat. 11 am – 9 pm;
Sun. 11 am – 3 pm;
Closed Monday.

Gourmet Café Market
1124 Oak Ridge Tpke, (865) 482-8009

Homeland Food Café
232 W. Tennessee Ave. Oak Ridge, (865) 483-4818
Located in one of the original “alphabet” houses, this throw-back to 1940’s Oak Ridge features Polish, German and a wide variety of comfort foods.  International beers and great desserts are also offered.
Lunch Mon. - Fri. 11am-3pm;
Dinner Mon. - Thur. 5-9pm; Fri. & Sat. 5-10pm

Hot Bagel Company
1155 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, (865) 482-2435
Bagels, Bagels, Bagels. If you have not tasted an “everything” bagel then make the Hot Bagel Company a part of your visit. Located in Manhattan Place.
Mon. – Fri. 6:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.;
Saturday - 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ;
Closed Sunday.

Jefferson Fountain/Restaurant
22 Jefferson Circle, Oak Ridge, (865) 482-1141
One of the best kept secrets in Oak Ridge, Jefferson Fountain offers home-cooked breakfast and lunch. Specialties include the famous Y-12 breakfast and Myrtle Burger. Formerly a part of Jefferson Pharmacy, this restaurant offers a warm sense of community.
Mon. – Fri. 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.,
Sat. 6:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.;
Closed Sunday.

Razzleberry Ice Cream Lab (Historic Jackson Square)
223 Historic Jackson Square, Oak Ridge, (865) 481-0300
Located in Historic Jackson Square. 

Soup Kitchen, The (Historic Jackson Square)
47 E. Tennessee Avenue Oak Ridge, (865) 482-3525
With soups that would make Jerry Seinfeld proud, you can bet if it comes in a bowl at the Soup Kitchen it’s good. From their signature chili, chips & cheese to specialty soups like Shrimp Bisque and Kansas City Steak Stew, the menu of homemade soups, breads, sandwiches, and deserts changes daily.
Mon. – Fri. 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.,
Sat. 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.;
Closed Sunday.

Venice Pizza, subs & Ice Cream
131 Robertsville Rd., Oak Ridge, (865) 483-8883
Until you’ve had Italian at Venice, you’ve not had Italian. They serve great entrees, pizza and sandwiches.
Mon. - Thu. 11am-10pm;
Fri. - Sat. 11am-11pm;
Sun. 11am-9pm

Village Restaurant (Historic Jackson Square)
123 Central Avenue Oak Ridge, (865) 483-1675
Enjoy a meal just like mom used to make at a price everyone can afford. Great food, great service and a great price will leave you wanting more. Don’t forget to order a homemade dessert.
Mon. – Fri. 5:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.;
Closed Saturday and Sunday.

International Flavor

Travel around the world while staying in Oak Ridge. From Mexico to Asia, our international restaurants offer diverse cuisine sure to satisfy taste buds from cultures around the world.

A TASTE OF ASIA

China Wok
382 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 425-9968
Harvest Buffet
1150 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 220-0045
Kim Son
171 E. Robertsville Road, (865) 482-4958
Magic Wok Restaurant
202 Tyler Road, (865) 482-6628
New China Palace
695 Melton Lake Drive, (865) 482-3323
Sai Gon #1 Noodle House
697-A Emory Valley Road, (865) 483-2644
Super China Buffet
330 South Illinois Avenue, (865) 482-7528
Wok ‘N Roll
1169 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 481-8300

A TASTE OF MEXICO

Ayala Mexican Restaurant
299 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 483-6397
Cancun Restaurant
1590 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 482-6182
El Arriero
1140 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 220-8048
El Cantarito
191 S. Tulane Avenue, (865) 482-0090
Jalisco
212 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 425-4383

MIDEASTERN

Mediterranean Delight
160 Ridgeway Ctr., (865) 483-8380

Everyone's Favorites

From delicious seafood to sizzling steaks to hash browns scattered, smothered and covered, we offer a wide variety of the family’s favorite eateries.

Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill
1213 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 483-1234
Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream
104 Tulsa Road, (865) 483-4806
Fazoli’s Restaurant
355 S. Illinois Ave., (865) 483-7083
Kay’s Grille
305 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 425-0200
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza
100 Wilson Street, (865) 481-8383
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza
100 Wilson Street, (865) 481-8383
Gondolier
792 Briarcliff Ave., (865) 483-8780
Outback Steakhouse
402 S. Illinois Ave., (865) 220-0783.
Panera Bread
371 S. Illinois Ave., (865) 220-5699
Red Lobster
359 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 481-3330
Ruby Tuesday
375 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 482-9286
Ryan’s Steak, Buffet & Bakery
401 S. Tulane Avenue, (865) 483-7885
Sagebrush Steakhouse & Saloon
390 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 481-3077
Shoney’s Family Restaurant
204 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 483-1324
Waffle House, The
326 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 425-0048

How About a Nice Cup of Java?

Crafter’s Brew
201 Jackson Square, (865) 425-0500
Joe Muggs at Books-A-Million
310 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 220-9800
Starbucks
1305 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 425-2915

Delightful Delicatessens

Billy’s Time Out Deli
202-A S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 483-6784
Nixon’s Deli
378 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 482-1600
Time-Out Deli
138 Randolph Road, (865) 483-7349

Special Delivery Pizza

Domino’s Pizza
1952 Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 482-0022
Endzone Ellie’s
2039-C Oak Ridge Turnpike, (865) 220-7123
Papa John’s Pizza
324 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 483-3232
Pizza Hut
244 S. Illinois Avenue, (865) 482-2228

Good Food Fast

We offer more than 20 fast food restaurants from Fazoli's to McDonalds and everything in between.


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