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The Southern Oven

4.6 (8 reviews)
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The food was really good! Staff is friendly and this is place is a gem! Cute tables and chairs also!

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Bridgeman's Chophouse

Bridgeman's Chophouse

4.3(175 reviews)
27.5 mi

Wii hole visiting Tennessee, we stayed at Read House. Located in the hotel is Bridgeman's…read moreChophouse. Amazing. The best. Unforgettable. Not sure what else there is to say. Definitely a classic chophouse ambiance and decor. Our server, Eric, took absolutely the best care of us and was ever present without hovering (which is a true talent) but the food? Unreal. Perfect French onion soup, Chilean Sea Bass, center-cut Filet Mignon, an amazing bread plate and strawberry moscato was a delicious meal. After dinner coffee served with Banana's Foster Bread Pudding and a Raspberry Brownie for dessert. Everything was prepared to perfection.

The crusted NY strip was the star of the night; perfectly cooked, incredibly tender, and packed…read morewith flavor in every bite. The crust added just the right amount of texture without overpowering the quality of the steak. The white truffle mac and cheese was rich and indulgent, while the asparagus provided a fresh, lighter balance to the meal. I also ordered the smoked old fashioned, which was smooth, well-crafted, and paired beautifully with the steak. Bridgeman's focus on prime cuts and classic steakhouse offerings really shows in the execution. Service was polished and attentive from start to finish. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu, offered thoughtful recommendations, and checked in consistently without being intrusive. Drinks arrived quickly, courses were paced well, and the entire experience felt professional and seamless. Located inside the historic Read House, Bridgeman's Chophouse delivers the upscale steakhouse atmosphere you hope for on a night out. The dining room feels elegant without being stuffy, with warm lighting, classic decor, and a refined energy that makes it equally suited for date nights, celebrations, or business dinners. The setting elevates the experience and makes the meal feel like an occasion.

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Bridgeman's Chophouse - Lighting in restaurant

Lighting in restaurant

Bridgeman's Chophouse - Ice cream brownie with raspberries

Ice cream brownie with raspberries

Bridgeman's Chophouse - Filet mignon

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Filet mignon

Ace's Steak Seafood & Italian Restaurant - Pasta from children's menu

Ace's Steak Seafood & Italian Restaurant

4.2(26 reviews)
42.3 mi

The food is incredible at Ace's. We got the mushroom Marsala Parmesan appetizer that comes with…read moredelicious homemade bread. My husband got the salmon and thoroughly enjoyed it. I got the pasta dish and had to take it home as I got full on the appetizer. The owner, his daughter and granddaughter came by and spoke to us to ensure all was well. It was!! We will return and bring our loved ones to this family friendly jewel in Smithville, TN.

I am incredibly disappointed by our experience surrounding my parents' 55th wedding anniversary…read moredinner. Earlier that afternoon, I called the restaurant and asked if I could drop off flowers and a few balloons to surprise my parents when they arrived for dinner. I was told no because there was nowhere to store them. I suggested placing them on the inside porch area where no one sits or the inside unused bar (see pictures), out of the way until our reservation time, but was again told no. After speaking with a second employee and explaining that this was for my parents' 55th wedding anniversary, I still received the same response. What was most disappointing was the lack of willingness to help create a special moment for longtime customers. My parents dine here frequently (in fact, just last weekend!), and this small gesture would have meant so much to them. For a locally owned business in a small community, I expected a greater focus on customer experience and hospitality. When we arrived for our 7:00 p.m. reservation, it was apparent there were several places where a vase of flowers could have been tucked away until we were seated. We also were not seated until around 7:20, did not place our food order until nearly 8:00, and did not leave until after 9:00. To be clear, the food was excellent. The quality of the meal itself was not the issue. What I cannot get past is that the staff was unwilling to accommodate a very simple request that would have helped make a once-in-a-lifetime milestone celebration feel truly special. The only solution offered was for me to arrive 10 minutes early with the flowers and balloons. Unfortunately, I was driving in from out of town, coordinating with my parents, dropping off my dog, and heading directly to the restaurant, so that was not feasible. My parents were disappointed, and honestly, so was I. This felt like a missed opportunity to show a little flexibility and create a memorable experience for loyal customers celebrating a remarkable 55 years of marriage. Hospitality is about more than serving great food. It's about helping people celebrate life's special moments, and in this case, I feel the restaurant fell short.

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Ace's Steak Seafood & Italian Restaurant - Clean restrooms

Clean restrooms

Ace's Steak Seafood & Italian Restaurant - The fresh baked bread is wonderful...

The fresh baked bread is wonderful...

Ace's Steak Seafood & Italian Restaurant - Ace's front on Walnut Street. Surrounded by Antique & other neat stores.

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Ace's front on Walnut Street. Surrounded by Antique & other neat stores.

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