Great food. Great people. Jackie is a Knoxville gem! Don't go in there pregnant otherwise you will…read morehave to promise Jackie that you will bring your baby back for their first bite of mashed potatoes! Reasonably priced soul food. Not to be missed!

The food was awesome! The entree was ample in size but the sides were very small. The service was…read moregood. Disappointed in the sides.

Given a large group that visited the restaurant without appointment, they made sure that they…read morehandled it well. Family owned and they handled the busy service quite well with added flavor of humor. The food was quite good and this was a great stop while returning from Bristol caverns

Such great reviews on this place, yet my experience was less than stellar. I ordered the Turkey and…read moredressing, green beans, and baked beans. This was the first time I have ordered Turkey that was SHREDDED. I guess I should have asked, but again, I have never seen that before. It was topped with about a tablespoon of gravy which wasn't enough to cover the DRY turkey and dressing. I didn't even attempt to finish my meal. The green beans and baked beans were O K, but nothing special. The only saving grace to the meal was a dessert I got to go for home was an Eclair cake thing which was fairly good. Janie waited on me and her service was great. I was so disappointed with my meal, I probably won't be returning.

I wish I could give this five extra stars…read more The food was hands-down amazing. Those biscuits or something to write home about, and the fried chicken was perfection! The staff are the friendliest I've ever seen. Everyone literally looks delighted to be at their job jobs.

Sometimes the most frustrating restaurant experiences aren't the terrible ones…read more They're the ones that are so close to being really good. That's how I felt about Mama's Chicken Kitchen. I came in with high expectations. The restaurant has strong reviews, it's part of the Johnson Family of restaurants, and I've enjoyed several of their other establishments over the years. So I walked in expecting a meal that would have me planning a return visit before I even paid the check. What I got instead was one of the strangest cases of missing seasoning I've encountered in quite some time. Let's start with the positives. The people here are genuinely nice. Friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Everyone we encountered was pleasant and seemed to care about providing a good experience. The restaurant itself is clean, comfortable, and inviting. And the kitchen clearly knows how to cook food. The fried chicken was cooked beautifully. Crispy on the outside. Juicy on the inside. Exactly the texture you're hoping for when you order Southern fried chicken. The problem? The seasoning apparently called in sick. This chicken had all the flavor intensity of a weather report. No noticeable salt. No spice. No personality. It tasted like the chef had just completed community service at a nursing home and was legally prohibited from possessing a salt shaker. My piece of chicken was juicy and cooked properly. Unfortunately, my wife's chicken breast was noticeably dry, which didn't help matters. Then came the fried pickles. No seasoning. Chicken and dumplings. No seasoning. Coleslaw. Tasteless. At one point I started wondering if there had been some sort of building-wide seasoning shortage that nobody had told us about. The frustrating part is that none of the food was poorly cooked. Quite the opposite. The techniques were there. The textures were there. The execution was there. It just felt like someone got everything ready and forgot the final, critical step of making the food taste like something. This is a restaurant with good people, a pleasant atmosphere, and a kitchen that clearly knows how to cook. Now they just need to introduce their food to salt, pepper, and a few of their seasoning friends. Three stars. Because the potential is absolutely there. The flavor just never showed up for work.

Just go!!!! All…read moreright first glance from the outside it's in a strip mall so it's very down to earth and unassuming, but there is lots of parking. This is a sitdown spot that you can also order to go. It's family run, I went after work with my kids and upon entering everyone greeted us we stood online for a few minutes. We weren't sure what we wanted to order, but there was a gentleman there who provided samples I had seen their TikTok page, so that was part of the reason I went and they definitely delivered!!!Unfortunately I have to drive about an hour to get to them, so I won't be able to go back as much as I would like. Go treat yourself and check them out highly recommend their mac & cheese oxtail and if you have kids, you may want to check out their waffles and chicken. Oh my God!!! Incredible!!!!

I can't believe I haven't had Ola's before. Have I been sleeping under a rock? Good lordt this food…read moreis bangin! I'm not even one to try too many gravy smothered entrees, but it was recommended. Perfectly seasoned, big portions, and lip smacking good. Literally food my soul desperately needed. We even got a karaoke show while eating here. The staff were friendly and happy. There's seating inside and outside. Definitely returning here soon.

Everything we had here at Taste Budz was spot on delicious. Perfectly seasoned greens, great…read moretexture and taste on the mac, moist and flavorful chicken (in all its forms), and unique tea that hit just right. The service is personal and warm, and even though they were busy on the early afternoon we stopped in, the line moved quickly and efficiently. Wish they had weekend hours so we could indulge more often!

Two stars for now but I will go back. Two stars because they did not have fresh veggies. The corn…read morewas from the freezer and so were the green beans. The turkey was wonderful flavor and the rice was just rice. I got there late so they were running out of food. I went up to the window and the cute lady beckoned for a male behind me to come up. He told me they were closing and that he would fix me what they had. I should've told him less veggies but with it being my first visit I wanted to let him do his thing. There were several of his friends sitting and shooting the ish and eating on the outdoor patio. These are the only options they have for seating. So the awesome gentleman fixes my plate and I take a seat. I had turkey and gravy, rice, green beans, corn on the cob and a roll. There is a vending machine for drinks. I got a Diet Coke. While I was sitting and eating the owner came up to me to tell me to come back tomorrow (Friday) because he was grilling ribs on the massive grill in the side yard. I told him I was sorry but I was not in town the next day but would come when he was grilling again. He told me he grilled every Friday and I was welcome to come and eat and hang out. I told him it was a date for the future. Since then COVID has infected our world and the restaurant has temp closed. As soon as they are up and running, I will make that grill Friday!

Great BBQ. I always get the big back potato always cooked perfectly. Very friendly staff and…read moreowners. I love the layed back feel.

You don't get more American than smoked meats in an old gas station!!! This place is America and…read moreyou better believe it brother!!! My buddy had the chipped brisket sandwich and raved about it. We split a smoked bologna sandwich too. This place is a must in the TYSON MCGhee airport area. The service is top shelf and the owner is a really great guy. The dining area both inside and out is just excellent!!!

I had spent months wondering what had become of the Landrum Hardware Store in downtown Landrum…read more Appears to be a family owned operation called Rhena Soul. Friendly, hospitable folks covered all the bases. I expected a bit more of a Caribbean vibe to greet me at the door. The decor was sparse -- a few more plants could have enlivened the place with some tropical charm. Expecting to be greeted by Bob, Bunny and Yellow Man... could all have been made better with a frosty Red Stripe and a plate of peas & rice. Regardless, the ribs were super roast y with a fine bark and a tangy sauce. Portions were generous and satisfying. The Mac & Cheese and Greens ARIE!

Food was super greasy and just ok. Probably won't come back. Charged $1 for a refill in my drink…read morewhich seemed ridiculous as the drink was already $3.50. Collards were ok but I've had better with more pork flavor.

If you're in Pigeon Forge and looking for real Southern home cooking, you definitely need to put…read moreMama's Farmhouse on your list! Everything is served family-style, just like sitting down at Grandma's table. The food is fresh, homemade, and there's plenty of it! You get a little bit of everything, and it's the kind of meal that leaves you completely satisfied. And y'all... the jelly and butter that come with the meal! My absolute favorite is the strawberry jelly. It was SO good that I had to bring some home--and yes, they sell it by the jar! From the delicious Southern food to the family-style serving and that amazing strawberry jelly, Mama's Farmhouse was definitely one of our favorite meals of the trip. If you love good old-fashioned Southern cooking, go hungry--you won't leave disappointed!

We went there wil a party of 11 for dinner and they were very accommodating and friendly. Food was…read moreexcellent along with the service. Would definitely go back again!

Words to the wise....Don't eat breakfast and bring a hardy appetite. Paula Deen's Kitchen is…read moreperfect for lunch and can serve as your meal for the day (or two). Family style dining means diners order for the table, so it is perfect for families and couples. As a solo diner, I treated my self to The Albany (choose 2 entrees and 3 sides) and the portions were downsized perfectly. Starting with the buttered bacon topped cheddar biscuits, it was satisfying enough to be my meal alone. They are scrumptious too! I chose the Southern Meatloaf and Bourbon Glazed Chicken (with rice) as the entree's and for the sides, mashed taters, cole slaw, and green beans. Everything was delicious (so much so, I bought a couple of jars of the bourbon sauce to take home) and I so wished I could have taken leftovers for later but at The Kitchen, doggie bags are not an option. My server, Amber, seemed to be having an off day and it happens. Service was a little slow with placing my lunch order and getting beverage refills. Truly recommend the sweet peach tea...it is a wonderful bottomless beverage. Don't forget to make time to stroll thru the store before heading out. So many cute, color coordinated kitchen supplies available for purchase! Another place where the goodies make great gifts.

Firstly it's a tourist trap but a pretty good one. Family style all you can eat dining. The staff…read moreare a little overly friendly, if that's a negative, but know their stuff and are very attentive. There's so hits and misses on the menu but mostly with the sides not the main dish. Definitely worth a visit and you can't beat the shopping downstairs. The restaurant is on the upper floor which gives you a great view of the whole area. Do not, I repeat, do not get the chocolate gooey dessert. It is not gooey and it is not delicious.

Chelsey was our waitress tonight and was so helpful and friendly…read more This place was very nice and had a great atmosphere. The food was pretty good all around. Just as a warning the fried food does have excess oil. If that's something that bothers you this isn't for you.

Business lunch. We were in the area and this place has plenty of parking and room. Service was…read morequick and they kept my glass full of tea and sent me out with a large cup to go. That's a winner right there. Trying to behave and eat better so went with a salad. It was actually good. Large (yes too large to call a healthy meal but I am not complaining).