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    Rickard Ridge BBQ

    4.1 (212 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, American
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    RICKARD RIDGE BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    The Great View
    Steve A.

    The food was good, I've eaten here before. The ribs were OK but not spectacular. Sweet potato fries and beans were great Great service as well

    6 years since we were here and it's still scrumptious! Staff was friendly and fun! Looking forward to our next trip down. Beautiful views.

    Lip Smacker*

    We were driving through the area and debated stopping in Knoxville, but we were looking for something a little more unique--and we're so glad we found this place! The food was delicious, classic Southern comfort food, and the views were absolutely beautiful. It was a nice spring day to sit outside on the patio, overlooking the Appalachian Mountains. Our dog was able to join us, which made it even better, and our waitress was delightful--friendly, attentive, and welcoming. If you're passing through or anywhere nearby, this spot is well worth the stop. Highly recommend!

    Beautiful outdoor seating & amazing food. We got the Ridgetop Combo so we could try a little of everything and it did not disappoint!

    Ribs

    Beautiful location, good baked beans, good service. The ribs were, I think, freezer burned beyond recognition? I don't know what else would result in the hair-like texture shown in my photo.

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    Sarah B.

    We had Hog Heaven, local favorite. It had sour cream, tomato, BBQ sauce, pulled BBQ, onion & fried potatoes. And added corn on the cob. It was decent. The outside view was nice.

    Inside with pretty views of the state park

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    Food, service & ambiance all great. A wonderful place for the family near a beautiful park!

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    I always enjoy the good food in a wonderful scenic setting. A hidden treasure and I believe the best place to dine in the area.

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    Great food great service. My favorite are the ribs. Tangy, moist and delicious. Highly recommended.

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    Good food, absolutely beautiful views out on the patio! We enjoyed it. Our server was also extremely nice

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    Pretty good service was great the the view Is amazing and good if you live far away from alot of nice sit down resturants.

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    Sidelines Bar & Grill - Great food, great service! Will definitely be back!

    Sidelines Bar & Grill

    3.8(26 reviews)
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    OK, this is one of those high marks given to extrarneous factors, to some degree. Mainly-- this is…read morea bar in a VERY small rural area, so a rare find to get something OPEN late at night, with good and fast food service, friendly staff and tasty food item (yes, I just had one thing) and good selection of beers. Background: I have to travel around the area for work (sports writing, local newspaper). Often I end up finishing work late at night and want a snack; sometimes need to write up a story....and more often than I care, I end up at the closest Mickie Ds. So to find someplace like this is extra special. This place had very friendly staff, even though it seemed pretty busy (Friday night around 10 pm-- prime time for a bar. Good, extensive menu, althouguh I just tried one app, which came out quick and was very good. Decent selection of craft beers on draft. Nice music from a solo musician-- not too loud or obnoxious (I will say, it's a shame folks don't CLAP more when a guy is doing pretty decent live music!). You have to go through this area to know how rare it is to find such a gem open late on a Friday night, without being a loud booze-only bar.

    We were traveling and looking for a local place for a light evening meal…read more The hotel desk agent said she frequented Sidelines and recommended it. It was Saturday evening and the bar and restaurant were very busy. Sports on every TV and everyone having a good time. We ordered nachos and fried green tomatoes. Both were very good. But be aware, the nachos are excellent and the serving beyond big. The half serving is enough for four as an appetizer. Bottom line...you can't go wrong stopping in at Sidelines.

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