Great food lot of variety and good service. Very clean and easy to get in out of of.

If you like southern fried fish, come here If you like southern fried chicken, come here. If you like beans, greens, and hoecakes come here. In other words, just come here, kick back and enjoy the best buffet in this entire region. At a fair price. And at a quirky setting that is part shop, part museum and just fun. No rush service and plenty of parking. read more

Great find. Buffett style! Food was great, from chicken to bbq loved Mac and cheese! Sweet tea was the way yea should taste! Great service too. read more

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Food is good. But the place is too dirty to eat in. Disgusting! I could just image what the kitchen looks like. They should hire a cleaning crew and scrub that place from top to bottom. read more

Amazing food. Settled in a little village type setting called Casey Jones Village. Cute little gift shop with lots of things to choose from. Something for everyone from the itty bitty to the old timers. Friendly employees. Similar to Cracker Barrel but better food, more room & all you can eat. Great atmosphere. Good service. Stopped on the way to our destination & on the way back. read more

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We had an early dinner on Friday night-arrived before 5 pm. I had read the menu on line so we knew what was on the buffet. I'll list the food I tried-fried chicken ,fresh & great-chicken nuggets-ok but fresh-mashed potatoes fresh & great, cabbage -great, green beans with red potatoes-great, Mac & cheese ok spoon was coated. Fried catfish-fresh but did not try it. Greens-great, salad bar-fresh & good, fritters -seemed undercooked, yeast rolls-very good. The desert bar was the probably-three cobblers-2 were picked through & weren't ever replaced with fresh-apple & black berry. Cornbread tamale pie-picked over -just ok. The smaller peach cobbler was replaced twice. There was no banana pudding. I asked for cobblers & banana pudding twice within our 2 hour meal on a Friday night. We were about to leave the banana pudding came out. It was runny ,bland ,mostly cookies. No bread pudding on buffet. Cute place with great service. Ice cream shop & cute country store with nice t shirts & other apparel. We were disappointed in the buffet. read more

Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store - Banana pudding - American Near Me - Jackson, Tennessee

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Good food service and a nice clean restaurant I would recommend this place to everybody who loves to eat some good soul food

Food was decent enough, but the mashed potatoes were bland and sticky, the apple cobbler was also too sticky, and spaghetti and meats were unusually sweet. It was minimally dirty, but the atmosphere is amazing. Provided a good experience, and the service was great. Is a good part of the Casey Jones museum. Happy 60th anniversary Old Country Store!! read more

Amazing home cooked food. The fried chicken was delicious! A must try if you are in the area.

First thing it is a large building and there are two separate restaurants. We went to the takeout and was directed towards the main restaurant but we had to ask for assistance.. the lady behind the counter was not much help. Once we got in the service was very helpful and friendly. The food was very good. read more

This location is a tried and true. Food always delish and service just as good. We always stop by here when we are in the area or just coming on purpose. There is a train museum on site. And other little shops and stuff to explore. Inside you will find an old fashion candy store and ice cream shop. And the deli on the other side serves the same buffet food for the to-go crowd. I love the ambience of the old county style of days gone by. read more

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What a cute place. It reminded me of Cracker Barrel except they offer much more. The first thing you notice is the ice cream and candy section. Then your eyes move to the right and they sell an assortment of accessories and shirts. But the main reason we came here was to EAT! That's straight and to the left. The dining areas are split into sections and there is plenty of seating. There was a large salad bar, 4 types of soups(also gumbo at the farthest section), a small dessert section with a choice of peach or blackberry cobbler, and 3 hot bars. My favorites were the fried chicken and fried catfish. Everything was delicious and the waitstaff never let our drinks run out. Next time we go to Jackson, I want some more of that buffet and pick up some honey and a t-shirt too. read more

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Being a guy who often travels around for work and having to eat by myself, I tend to eat a lot of buffets. Guy eating by himself in a restaurant or a bar comes across as creepy. But a fat dude by himself at a buffet? It's not only commonplace, but maybe even becomes sympathetic. Anyways, all this actually means is I typically have to settle for eating trash every night. That's until today, at least. Everything was shot, fresh, and constantly rotating. Absolutely nothing felt frozen, instant, or from the can. You can probably just alternate full plates of Mac N Cheese with Mashed potatoes and gravy, and leave completely happy. Possibly the best buffet I've been to. read more

This is the original Old Country Store! It's the best buffet you're going to find in a 100 mile radius. Their breakfast buffet is always made fresh and it's as if your grandmother is in the kitchen cooking it all-- just the way you like it. The wait staff is extremely friendly and attentive. Unlike most buffets, this one is also priced just right. I'm happy to give them an A recommendation. If you haven't had the original Old Country Store, you're missing out. read more

So this review is specifically for the breakfast buffet, which is only on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning, but I'm sure the dinner buffet is just as good! The selection of food was everything southern- biscuits, gravy, hash brown casserole, salty ham, grits, flapjacks, and more... and the food itself was so delicious. Everything was hot, the restaurant was full of people, and the service was fantastic. If you're looking for a place in Jackson to really enjoy a hot breakfast where it feels like great granny made everything herself, I'd highly recommend going here! read more

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Stopped for dinner in early December '23 and it did not disappoint! Paid for the dinner and was seated in a wooden booth. Server quickly arrived - friendly and knowledgeable- took our drink order and told us to help ourselves to the buffet. Most items did not need name cards..... although it would be nice .... Everything hot and tasty. We will stop again and try breakfast buffet! Had ice cream in the ice cream shoppe with every kind of candy known with a number of them hard to find. Then strolled the store - which has many items as you can imagine from Card and keychains to t-shirts and winter hats ! Great experience and will return ! read more

If you are a fan of Appalachian grandma food, this is the spot for you. Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn bread, white beans... So good. All you are to eat. Plenty of seating, nice and spread out. You don't feel like you are right on top of the next table. We were a party of five on Friday evening at 6:30 PM. Seated pretty promptly and lots of refills. A great road trip spot! read more

Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store - Storefront - American Near Me - Jackson, Tennessee

We stopped here for lunch on our way to Nashville. The only option was buffet. The buffet was huge with lots of options of meat, veggies and a lot of really good food. My favorites were the fried chicken and the Mac and cheese. The fried cornbread (a first for me) was delicious. Save a bit of room for the blackberry cobbler and banana pudding. If your traveling I40 in Tennessee near Jackson, you should stop here. read more

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You owe it to yourself to stop by and see these people if you're ever within an hour of Jackson, TN. These folks will treat you like family and I'm convinced there are older ladies doing the cooking. They have bluegrass picking on Thursday nights. There's a lady grilling hot water cornbread to order. The lovely Jessica B. and Amanda C. will make certain your sweet tea never gets halfway to empty. You'll want to hug someone's neck before you leave. read more

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If you would like to experience what Cracker Barrel aspires for, authentic Southern comfort food, this is the place. Difference is, most of the furnishings and fixtures here are authentic antiques and parts of local history, not reproductions. The food here is prepared with care and a lot of friendly faces. I've eaten at this restaurant many times since it was started at another spot a little way South of the current location. At some point in time, it was moved to the current spot and combined with another local legend, the Casey Jones home and museum to form a tourist attraction near the busy Interstate between Memphis and Nashville. On a recent trip to Jackson, we enjoyed the Saturday morning breakfast buffet and it was a real treat. I tried great scrambled eggs, a breakfast casserole, wonderful grits, hashbrowns, red eye gravy, country ham, sausage, link sausage, smoked sausage, bologna, bacon, biscuits and freshly made pancakes. Everything was great, no exceptions. This is a really unusual accomplishment for a buffet and particularly at breakfast. Don't miss the local history exhibit with the Woolworth stools, a fine tribute to some courageous local college students. read more

I had buffet breakfast and I really enjoyed my visit. There were several options for meat; sausage, chicken, bacon, and more. There were biscuits, egg, freshly cooked-right-from-the-griddle pancakes as well. They is fresh fruit, various pies/cakes and a lot more. I loved the chicken and biscuits and the cinnamon pinwheels (reminded me of my childhood). The service was excellent and I loved the coffee. It really hit the spot for breakfast. The best part about this place is it is very affordable. I'd love to see what food they have during lunch and dinner, but I may never know. read more

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Worst meal I have ever had. It was dirty and the food was disgusting. It was cold, dried out and no taste to the food at all. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY -- GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. read more

Just left there6:45pm July 16 and it was the worst buffet I've seen. The food was dried out , beans thick, fried chicken cold, overall it was horrible for my girlfriend and grandson. Would give 0 stars if it was a choice read more

This is the best place for a family! Everyone was able to eat what they wanted, we got to explore the store, and had so many options. read more

Great experience. Wonderful southern food. Staff was so friendly and kind. Neat area to stop in and visit.

We had the chicken from the line not the buffet. It must have been cooked earlier in the day. The vegetables were hot but lacked some basic spices. For what we paid we could have gone with the buffet. There was no service other than the persons that put the food in a styrofoam container. At this price you should have real plates and silverware and table service. The prices in the store area were very high. Kind of like a Cracker Barrel. The ambiance is like an old country store. I really can't recommend the place. read more

OMG did we find the jackpot with this location. If a Brooks Shaw's was near me I'd gain 50lbs in one month. This is a chuffed style restaurant with the lunch at $9.99 and $8.99 for seniors. They celebrate our military with a military discount. Thank you, Brooks Shaw's. EVERYTHING I tried on the buffet, and I tried most of it, was delish. Check out my photos and you'll see the smorgasbord of food I'm talking about. It was all good! Macaroni salad, potato salad, black bean & corn salsa, Cole slaw, Stuffed peppers, Pinto beans, Fried chicken, Rotisserie chicken, Mustard greens, Mac & Cheese, and home made Ho cakes. Everything was goooood!! read more

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Holy Smokes!!! I'm SO glad this buffet is not closer to me. I would gain SO much weight!!! Everything I ate here was DELICIOUS! Ham, greens, creamed corn, fried shrimp, turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, cooked apples, black eyed peas, and SO much more!! What a fantastic meal! read more

Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store - American Near Me - Jackson, Tennessee

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My wife and I decided to take a day trip a couple weeks ago. We ended up in Jackson, TN. Ended up in Brooks Shaw's Old Country store. Think of Cracker Barrel general store side just with better stuff. We ended buying some Apple Butter and Apple Cider jelly (note: both are absolutely delicious). There seems to be two restaurants, one side is family style all you can eat, and the other side that we ate at was like going through a cafeteria line (think Piccadilly- only WAY BETTER). I got the turkey and dressing with jalapeño cornbread, creamed corn and mashed potatoes. My wife got the veggie plate with collard greens, cabbage, mashed potatoes and peas. Plus two drinks and it was like $22. If you leave hungry, it's because you either have no taste or it's your own fault. Everybody was so nice and welcoming, and the food is amazing. If you have a sweet tooth, they also have an ice cream shop with about 20-25 different flavors. Great way to finish off a meal! read more

Pancakes y'all!!!!! Holy pancake Batman! Best l. I've. Ever. Had. Ever. Hands down! Go for the pancakes. Did I mention they had pancakes? They have so many other things on this breakfast buffet. Some custom creations like Denver scrambled eggs and such. But there is nothing worth mentioning but those pancakes. $24 for two for breakfast with coffees. Good grief almighty! read more

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I like the old country store. Lots of food on the buffet and they have great cornbread patties. Service is good. Restaurant wasn't one of the cleanest places. The store was nice and fun. Large selection of ice cream. read more

Service was good, food was not... especially considering it was basic breakfast staples that should be hard to mess up.

Feels like home... good food, good vibes. Got seated in seconds, the Buffett was constantly filled up.. yummy!

Great buffet food. I stop by here every time I make a trip through that town. Just good soulful food.

Traveling from Virginia to Texas and this place is a LANDMARK! There food is the best I've ever eaten hands down! The bacon, the cheesy potatoes the pancakes all wonderful! read more

Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store - Front porch - American Near Me - Jackson, Tennessee

I love this place. Lots of good food. Just a great place. Good service and nice atmosphere.

If you love comfort food, this is the place. We went for the buffet after a family get together. The waitress tried to remember everyone's drink order without writing it down, not a good idea. But she was still good! The atmosphere is very friendly and inviting! read more

Not like it used to be. Went on Wednesday night. Not a large crowd so we should have left. All the buffet meats were dry and not tasty. They were tough like they had been sitting there for awhile. Nothing tasted good. Very disappointing for over 30 bucks, including tip, for one adult and one child. Wasted money. All the store items are ridiculous tourist trap prices too. Not going back. read more

Oh, boy did we mess up for Father's Day! After standing in line forever, then get to the cashier to find out that they double the price on Father's Day to fatten their own pockets! Really, I didn't see one thing they added that was any different than any other day, nor did any of my family! Yes, it was my fault, when she said $32 bucks per person, we should have left, so that is all on me! Plus we had to go find someone for refills, pitiful crooks and pathetic! I left our non waitress $25 buck tip, I know she must have needed it! I will never eat here again! read more

Real home cookin. I have been coming to see family here since I was a baby and this is only the second restaurant my grandmother has recommended. And coming from a family of great southern cooks I knew the food had to be good for them to recommend. Everything was well seasoned and the selections of meats , veggies and breads; gave a full spectrum of southern cooking. Service was friendly and helpful at every turn offering southern hospitality. read more

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