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    4.3 (33 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Pork tenderloin were everything but tender . We the price of food nowadays why serve something like this.

    Country fried steak, catfish with hush puppies, mac & cheese, and turnip greens. The cornbread is yummy. Yummy yummy.

    The fried green tomatoes and house made ranch so yummy!!! My catfish and hush puppies were sooooo good. Loved the authentic taste of the turnip greens. Service is wonderful love the atmosphere !

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    Michelle E.

    I got the blt and the rest of the fam got chicken salads and a club. All were terrific sandwiches. Don't let the outside deter you! The people are friendly and it was a nice stop from our 8 hour drive back home. Just needs a little music for ambience :D

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    Our server was so incredibly helpful and nice. The food was excellent. The restaurant is clean and so welcoming.

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    Ppl r the best courteous kindness to work with food was great service to Cozy restaurant

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    2 years ago

    Cute place - service was really good - lots of variety on the menu and the best homemade ranch dressing!

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    Support local and visit this establishment. Great service and great food! Would recommend you give them a try!

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    3 years ago

    All around nice place. Clean, tasty and decent help. Not many great places to eat in Jacksboro but this is one of my favorites.

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