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My favorite local restaurants
There are so many great restaurant in Downtown Bristol there is certainly something to satisfy your cravings.
Blackbird Bakery has a complete selection of donuts, pastries, cakes & pies. I personally love the apple fritters and the Brownie Towers. They have a complete coffee service too. They are open 24 hours a day but close a Midnight on Saturday and open again Monday morning. They have a few outdoor seat and they also have live music on a regular basis.
87 locals recommend
Blackbird Bakery
188 Piedmont AveBlackbird Bakery has a complete selection of donuts, pastries, cakes & pies. I personally love the apple fritters and the Brownie Towers. They have a complete coffee service too. They are open 24 hours a day but close a Midnight on Saturday and open again Monday morning. They have a few outdoor seat and they also have live music on a regular basis.
The food is delicious! The is a great selection if you are looking for down-home southern cooking. They specialize in Jerk Chicken, BBQ ribs, Fried Chicken. The collard greens, mac & cheese is amazing! The have the best cornbread that I have ever eaten! Great desserts too.
12 locals recommend
Eatz on Moore Street
17 Moore StThe food is delicious! The is a great selection if you are looking for down-home southern cooking. They specialize in Jerk Chicken, BBQ ribs, Fried Chicken. The collard greens, mac & cheese is amazing! The have the best cornbread that I have ever eaten! Great desserts too.
The Southern Churn is a sweet shop that will satisfy all of your cravings. They make the BEST homemade fudge you will ever try. They have homemade ice cream, fine chocolates, and all of the old fashioned nostalgic candies. They even have coffee, cappuccino, and hot chocolate. Grab an old fashioned glass bottle soda while you are there too!
13 locals recommend
The Southern Churn
627 State StThe Southern Churn is a sweet shop that will satisfy all of your cravings. They make the BEST homemade fudge you will ever try. They have homemade ice cream, fine chocolates, and all of the old fashioned nostalgic candies. They even have coffee, cappuccino, and hot chocolate. Grab an old fashioned glass bottle soda while you are there too!
This is a great little Italian restaurant that has been a staple in Downtown Bristol for many years. They specialize in brick-oven pizzas and all of the classic Italian dishes. They have a full service bar and its a great place to hang out.
14 locals recommend
Machiavelli's Italian Restaurant
8 5th StThis is a great little Italian restaurant that has been a staple in Downtown Bristol for many years. They specialize in brick-oven pizzas and all of the classic Italian dishes. They have a full service bar and its a great place to hang out.
Burger Bar is a great spot to eat in Downtown Bristol. Its our oldest restaurant. They have a great selection of hand-patted hamburgers, fresh cut fries, milkshakes, etc. The prepare old-fashioned diner food in a great atmosphere. you won't be disappointed.
39 locals recommend
Burger Bar
120 Piedmont AveBurger Bar is a great spot to eat in Downtown Bristol. Its our oldest restaurant. They have a great selection of hand-patted hamburgers, fresh cut fries, milkshakes, etc. The prepare old-fashioned diner food in a great atmosphere. you won't be disappointed.
This is a restaurant & bar but the food is delicious! They have the best hand-breaded chicken tenders in town. You can get steaks, salad, sandwiches, homemade soups, and they are known for their wings. They have live music on the weekends and Karaoke on Thursday and the bar stays open until 2:00 a.m. on weekends.
21 locals recommend
State Line
644 State StThis is a restaurant & bar but the food is delicious! They have the best hand-breaded chicken tenders in town. You can get steaks, salad, sandwiches, homemade soups, and they are known for their wings. They have live music on the weekends and Karaoke on Thursday and the bar stays open until 2:00 a.m. on weekends.
Vivian's Table is located inside The Bristol Hotel. They have Executive Chef that prepares delicious Farm-to-table meals. The Saturday & Sunday Brunch is awesome, they have a Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar!
11 locals recommend
Vivian's Table
115 Country Music WayVivian's Table is located inside The Bristol Hotel. They have Executive Chef that prepares delicious Farm-to-table meals. The Saturday & Sunday Brunch is awesome, they have a Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar!
This is a great local restaurant in the heart of Downtown Bristol. It is an Asian Fusion restaurant - they have a Sushi Bar and a little local secret is that its half price on Tuesdays. They also have a large selection of steaks, burgers, and sandwiches. Full bar and patio dining is also available.
44 locals recommend
620 State Restaurant: Sushi + Asian + American + Cocktail Bar | Bristol, TN
620 E State StThis is a great local restaurant in the heart of Downtown Bristol. It is an Asian Fusion restaurant - they have a Sushi Bar and a little local secret is that its half price on Tuesdays. They also have a large selection of steaks, burgers, and sandwiches. Full bar and patio dining is also available.
Cootie Brown's food is excellent! Everything is homemade and they have an extensive menu. Save room for their famous Key Lime pie.
39 locals recommend
Cootie Brown's in Bristol
118 Volunteer PkwyCootie Brown's food is excellent! Everything is homemade and they have an extensive menu. Save room for their famous Key Lime pie.
Delta Blues
724 State StSouthern Craft BBQ Bristol
15 Commonwealth AveThe Angry Italian Restaurant
714 State StThe Mad Greek Restaurant
2419 Volunteer PkwyShoku Japanese Steak House
1921 Highway 394Giovanni's Italiano Cucina
1921 TN-394Vivian's Table
115 Country Music WayLos Jalapeno's Mexican Restaurant
6681 Bristol HwyThis restaurant is great for carry out it only has limited indoor dining. The food is fabulous!
Italiano Cafe
2025 W State StThis restaurant is great for carry out it only has limited indoor dining. The food is fabulous!
The Old Lighthouse Diner
2520 W State StThis is a great spot for breakfast!
Bloom
601 State StAwesome coffee shop they also serve breakfast and lunch!
Boonies Restaurant and Pizzeria
641 Buffalo RdFriday night All you can eat Fish Fry! It’s delicious.
This restaurant is a “hole in the wall” with some of the best BBQ around. It a local favorite. Make sure to try the homemade blue cheese dip with saltine crackers. It’s so delicious and I don’t even like blue cheese!
47 locals recommend
Ridgewood Barbecue
900 Elizabethton HwyThis restaurant is a “hole in the wall” with some of the best BBQ around. It a local favorite. Make sure to try the homemade blue cheese dip with saltine crackers. It’s so delicious and I don’t even like blue cheese!
Bear Necessiteas & Coffee
The Angry Italian Restaurant
714 State Stbistro on 6th
Food scene
This is an amazing dining experience. The restaurant is located in a restored Victorian home. Their Chef will satisfy even the discerning palate!
17 locals recommend
J Frank's Resturant
412 6th StThis is an amazing dining experience. The restaurant is located in a restored Victorian home. Their Chef will satisfy even the discerning palate!
Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.
221 Moore StreetBlended Pedaler
170 Piedmont Avenuebistro on 6th
16 6th Streetshanghai-restaurant
711 State StUnion 41
Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.
Shopping Downtown
Cranberry Lane is an anchor store in Downtown Bristol. They have been in business over 20 years. They have gifts, souvenirs, home decor, Seasonal decor, candles, Jams, jellies, dip mixes, toys, greeting cards, florals, and much more! It is a must see when you are in Bristol!
6 locals recommend
Cranberry Lane
623 State StCranberry Lane is an anchor store in Downtown Bristol. They have been in business over 20 years. They have gifts, souvenirs, home decor, Seasonal decor, candles, Jams, jellies, dip mixes, toys, greeting cards, florals, and much more! It is a must see when you are in Bristol!
Check out this great Ladies Boutique and the owner is a clothing designer as well.
Serendipity Boutique
705 State StCheck out this great Ladies Boutique and the owner is a clothing designer as well.
Wm. King Clothiers Inc
534 State StThis is the place to stop if you are looking for stylish men's clothing!
Blakley-Mitchell Co
517 State StMen's clothing store - offering shoes, suits, and a large selection of hats.
STUDIO 6 Apparel
531 State StTrendy ladies dress shop.
Tri-Cities Escape Game
642 State StYou will have fun doing one of their 3 Escape games!
The Trading Shoppees on State
610 State StWiseman's Western & Work
Boho Collective
Sightseeing
Bristol Caverns
1157 Bristol Caverns HighwayVirginia Creeper Trail Bike Shop
201 Pecan St SEIf you are not here seeing a race then you can take a track tour.
196 locals recommend
Bristol Motor Speedway
151 Speedway BlvdIf you are not here seeing a race then you can take a track tour.
Steele Creek Park
4 Little LnSugar Hollow Park
23261 Sugar Hollow RdAppalachian Caverns
420 Cave Hill RdGreat place to visit for the whole family!
21 locals recommend
Rocky Mount State Historic Site & Museum
200 Hyder Hill RdGreat place to visit for the whole family!
Lots of activities for the whole family. It’s a great place for a picnic lunch too.
92 locals recommend
Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
853 Bays Mountain Park RdLots of activities for the whole family. It’s a great place for a picnic lunch too.
Fly Fishing
This is a great fly fishing shop!
South Holston River Fly Shop
608 Emmett RdSouth Holston Lake
Eastern Fly Outfitters
6209 Bristol HighwayMountain Sports Ltd
1061 Commonwealth AveEast Tennessee Fly Fishing
111 Infinity DrThe South Holston River Company
1084 Aberlea Valley CirLocal Marinas
Boone Lake Marina
452 Sportsman Dock RdJay's Boat Dock
945 S Pickens Bridge RdRockingham Marina
639 Rockingham RoadPainter Creek Marina
766 Painter Creek RdLaurel Marina & Yacht Club
191 Shady Ford RdSportsmans Marina
23511 Sportsman DrFriendship Resort & Marina
Davis Marina
641 Buffalo RoadLocal Trails, Hike & Bike
Great local hiking and biking trail along the old railroad. The view is spectacular!
9 locals recommend
Mendota Trail
3460 Island RdGreat local hiking and biking trail along the old railroad. The view is spectacular!
Tweetsie Trail Trailhead
Alabama StreetKingsport Greenbelt Trail Head
Kingsport GreenbeltRooster Front Park
1160 Vance DrSteele Creek Park
4 Little LnSugar Hollow Park
23261 Sugar Hollow Rd