We were in the mood for some live music and good southern food so we decided to checkout Smoke…read moreHouse on Monteagle. The restaurant is located behind the namesake lodge and has ample parking. They had a nice fireplace going on outside due to chilly weather. Inside was a super cozy southern vibe kind of a place. There were a lot of music memorabilia on the walls. The live music was really good. Randy Finchum kicked off the music and played original and sometimes hilarious songs. He made sure to crack a lot of jokes and stories between the songs. For food we tried fried pickles, fried okra, fried brussels sprouts, and sausage with onions and peppers. Yep...no sight of greens but man was everything delicious. Also, they have cheap beers available but only in bottles. If you're in the mood for some good southern food with a cozy funky vibe then checkout Smoke House.

It was National Pickle Day, so naturally I had to stop somewhere and eat something pickle themed!…read more We were passing through Monteagle on a road trip and stopped here for a little snack -- fried pickles and okra. The breading ratio was awesome, thin enough to not overwhelm and make it too thick and dense. Came out steaming hot so clearly made fresh. Decor inside was adorable. Had a stage for live music in the evenings. Really kind staff. I'd made it a point to stop again if I ever find myself in that neighborhood again.

10/10--absolutely worth the stop!…read more If you're heading to Lynchburg for the Jack Daniel's Distillery (or any of the nearby whiskey distilleries), do yourself a favor and eat at Barrel House BBQ afterward. First things first: if you're a die-hard brisket lover, just know they don't serve brisket. But honestly? Their ribs more than make up for it. Coming from Florida, where truly great, non-franchise barbecue can be hard to find, we're always excited to try local BBQ when we travel. Barrel House absolutely exceeded our expectations. We ordered the three-meat platter with sides (and couldn't resist adding a couple of extras), and every single bite was fantastic. The meats were tender and juicy, nothing was dry, and the barbecue sauce was incredible. What really made the experience stand out was the atmosphere. It's a small, tucked-away hole-in-the-wall that feels welcoming the moment you walk in. You can grab a marker and sign the walls, which was a fun touch, and they also encourage guests to leave signed dollar bills that are donated to a charitable cause each year. It's those little details that make places memorable. The owner (or manager--I never did ask which) was outstanding. Even during a busy lunch rush, he was everywhere at once--helping customers, running food, supporting his staff, and making sure everyone was taken care of. You could tell he genuinely cared about both his employees and his guests. Sometimes the best restaurants are the ones hiding down a side street, and this place proves it. We'll absolutely be back the next time we're in Lynchburg. Highly recommend!

Loved the location of this place. Spacious and roomy. Plenty of seating…read more The service was great, very fast, attentive and efficient. The waitress was friendly and gave some amazing recommendations!! The sandwich was a nice touch. Very original and filling. Their potato salad was one of the better ones I've had in a long, long time. The vinegar slaw was great and original as well. Nicely done. The best part of this meal were the ribs. I have got to say that these were the best ribs I've ever had in my life. And, let me tell you... I've had a lot of ribs... the meat just melted off the bones. The flavor was next level. And, the proportions of meat to bone are ones I've never seen in my life, not even at a backyard barbecue. If you haven't been and are in the area, go check it out!!! You won't be disappointed. Ah-mazing!!!

It's exactly what you want. Really good food in a unique place ( old VFW post)…read more There's some kayak river action too etc But the food is really on point! Huge baked potato loaded or not Good BBQ One of my fav hamburgers Good sides We call in and pick up. Good family place too. We re BIG wild bill Fans

Don't be fooled by the exterior of the building or even once you step inside. the food and service…read moreis fantastic! Our family decided to stop there randomly and the barbecue brisket was to die for but I have to say the fried cheese curds and pickle fries were out of this world. Definitely try them! Also the lady at the counter who took our order could not have been nicer. This family restaurant is truly a gem and should not be missed.

Enjoyed my meal here. Not too expensive and the service was good. My boyfriend got a burger and…read moresaid it's one of the best he's ever had!!

Extremely disappointed. We had looked forward to eating here all day. Skipped breakfast to make…read moresure I would be hungry. We had been here a couple times before and loved the food and had quick service. We visited today with a group of 9. Took an hour to get the food even though there was hardly anyone there. Then we were brought our orders of BBQ Nachos. A few chips (stale and chewy) a child's size portion of pulled pork, and some yellow cheese sauce. Three of us ordered this and it was the same for all three orders. $11.99 each! I didn't say anything at the time because the waitress was new and I didn't want to ruin her first day. She was sweet, but didn't know the menu. We paid for the bill and had to go get something to eat elsewhere. Hope that this doesn't continue for others, but we won't be back.

service was great, order the half rank of ribs and they were the thickest ribs I've had, good…read moreflavor and clean off the bone. restaurant has plenty of seating and good decor.

Plenty of food options, fun enviroment, great customer service, nice river view…read more Will visit again.

Great food and service! The owner was a great host and talked to as as we ate pulled pork and…read morebrisket, both were cooked perfect and wonderful flavor!

Four meat platter with two sides....very good and plenty for two. Great value. The Mac and cheese…read moreis really good too! And the staff is very friendly!

Tip: They only serve breakfast until 11 am…read more Overall, two stars is right. Don't let the generous yelpers fool you. Context: Not a morning person, I'm more grumpy than I expected. Also understanding that folks are trying to survive and run a small, seemingly independent, small business. I couldn't take one more minute on the road this morning. Signs for "Diner," several cars (no trucks, though; the more trucks=the better, imo), easy up-front parking. I was craving a cheeseburger, especially considering a few of the reviews that recommended them. Alas, despite a limited menu, they only do breakfast until 11. Atmosphere: 50's Americana, hot rods, chrome rimmed tables, mostly booths, red&white&chrome theme going on. Really good Southern Hospitality (plus one star), obvious political views right at the welcome chalkboard. I can always do without that, whether or not we agree. Busy. Fairly hoppin'. Clean, bright, friendly, Trucker music. Old country and the like. Service: Friendly if not super attentive. The kind of place where they tell you loudly that, "I'll bring a refill right over," and you might expect that they'll know whether you're "Honey," "Darlin'," "Sugar," or "Sweetie." Food: Based on H&C omelet +sausage. Portions average, plenty of lubricant. This is hangover food, y'all. I tipped the hell out of the waitress.

The ladies were working their tails off, running from table to table. All old 50's red and white…read morediner style, with burgers, omelettes, pancakes, salads, the standard diner fare, but huge portions at a very reasonable price.

Small place, food made fresh ,delicious ribs, and pulled pork. Lots of people waiting for carry…read moreout. Employees are very nice. I highly recommend it.

I took a trip up to Tullahoma last week for a change of pace after working in Belvidere. Piggy's…read morePlace wound up being my selection for lunch. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit! I arrived for a fairly late meal (~1:45) so it wasn't super crowded. The parking lot is easy to access. There were a few people eating inside and several carryout orders that occurred during my visit. The inside is adorably decorated in your usual southern bbq joint style -- fun pig memorabilia and whatnot. They have a pretty large selection of bbq and an even larger selection of desserts. In retrospect, I definitely regret not getting a slice of cake or pie to go! I am usually a pulled pork girl, but it is pretty unusual to see smoked pulled chicken -- most places only do half or quarter birds -- and I like pulled chicken a lot, so I ventured out and ordered that! I got the smaller sized plate lunch, which comes with a piece of Texas toast and two sides. I went with curly fries and corn on the cob. Overall, the food was good! The pulled chicken was nice and smoky and the perfect serving size. It was a teeny bit dry but that's typical bbq chicken territory and nothing a good dash of creamy, peppery white bbq sauce couldn't fix. Good sauce! My corn on the cob wasn't super sweet -- probably not quite in season yet -- but it was cooked nicely and very juicy. The fries gave strooooong Arby's vibes such that I think they might actually *be* Arby's fries lol, but there's nothing wrong with that. Especially when they were cooked so fresh and came out hot and crispy! The toast was a lovely buttery companion and my sweet tea was on point. The service here though...THAT gets a 5/5, or really a 10/5 if such a thing were possible. I sometimes feel like southern hospitality is a myth or at least an oversimplification of southern social norms, but at this place it's real and sincere. The woman who took my order -- the owner, I later learned, having purchased the restaurant after years as an employee -- treated me and everyone else who walked in the doors with such warmth, kindness, interest, and attentiveness that it made my entire day. Truly everyone was made to feel so welcome. She catered to some older ladies who came in for a birthday, checked in on me in a nonjudgmental but caring way since I was by myself, and greeted regulars with a smile and by their name. She made the place feel like joy! Definitely give this place a go and enjoy the tasty food and wonderful folks. I'd happily return.

It's hard to find a "GOOD" BBQ place, especially because I'm spoiled with my husbands delicious…read moresmoked meats. Even when we went to Texas, I wasn't impressed. Until now! Wow...these ribs may have been even better than my husbands. (Don't tell him I said that). They had just the right seasoning, smoke, and so moist and tender but yet you weren't fighting them falling off the bone. I am definitely impressed. Well Done! I didn't have the brisket but everyone in our party said it was Amazing!!!

Good beer, great BBQ, get there early as the food sells out. Nice outdoor covered patio. Owners…read moreare down to earth folks and enjoyable to chat with.