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    Carnival Cafe

    4.5 (26 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Terri M.

    I got the funnel cake sundae which as I started it was very good. But about five bites in... I bit into something that did not belong... I don't know what the hell it was but it was super salty and disgusting so I threw away the rest and ruined it for me. I also got the chicken Philly. I don't know what the heck kind of chicken they use but it was like obliterated chicken, possibly canned chicken. It was not very good. Ao I tossed about half the stuff inside and ate the bread. Their fries were the only thing that we're good, though they were kind of soggy

    Fried oreos

    The food was all very tasty. Good specials so I tried one of the burgers from the specials. Great fried oreos for dessert. Some of the young staff seemed like they didn't really want to be there but everyone was nice enough.

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    Jen C.

    We ordered 2 burgers, the Chipotle Ranch Bacon Burger and the Rodeo Burger. Both came with a side of fries, and both were very enjoyable. I would go again without hesitation. They also had several different funnelcakes, but the burgers didn't leave us any room to try them.

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    You'll miss this place if you aren't paying attention...a couple miles west of Rogersville with basic signage and it sits a bit below the road level. This is probably why I've never seen a crowd here before. And that's a shame. In a town that is *really* lacking in good restaurants, this is the standout. Don't get me wrong, you aren't going to be blown away, but it's probably the best value in the area. You'll have to go to Greene County to beat it. Speaking of value, prices are higher than a country food place, but if you stick with simple items, say cheeseburger and fries, you'll barely spend more than fast food. And to the food. Fresh cooked. Once again, you won't be talking about this for days, but you'll be perfectly happy with what you get. Staff is super nice and parking is easy since I've never seen more than one or two people here at the same time. Hope this doesn't indicate the place may not be around too much longer. A nice touch is the view. There are also picnic tables for outside eating when the weather is nice. All in all probably the best kept restaurant secret in the Rogersville area.

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    3 years ago

    Best Philly this side of heaven. Really good grub and nicest folks ever. Nice ambiance and clean and cozy too.

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    3 years ago

    Food made to order! Fresh, hot, & cooked the way you ask and what you ask for! Great customer service!I wish we had one in my home town!

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    3 years ago

    The chicken tenders are so bomb. Not to mention the ranch is to DIE for it is so good.!

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    4 years ago

    Got a Philly here. Great place. Everyone that was working here seemed happy to be here. Highly recommended.

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    8 years ago

    Ate there for the first time the other day and the service was great. And the food was absolutely delicious.

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    6 years ago

    I love this place. The service is great. The food is consistent in quality. Always hot, fresh, and delicious.

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    Ask the Community - Carnival Cafe

    Golden Dairy - Chocolate soft serve taste like popsicle sticks and synthetic flavoring

    Golden Dairy

    3.5(24 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $

    A friend and I were debating who has the best ice cream, and I said Sonic has the best. They…read moreinsisted I had to try Golden Dairy's soft serve because it was "the best I'd ever have." I ordered the chocolate soft serve, and unfortunately, it wasn't for me. It had a flavor that reminded me of popsicle sticks, with a synthetic aftertaste. I wouldn't order it again. In my opinion, Sonic still has the creamiest, best-tasting ice cream. I also tried the burger. The size was comparable to a McDonald's hamburger. The patty was a little on the salty side, but it had good flavor overall. I'd probably order the burger again, although I'd need more than one because it's not very filling. The biggest disappointment was the customer service. The employee at the drive-thru didn't seem very friendly and gave the impression that she didn't enjoy being there. While I was waiting, another customer had been waiting around 20 minutes for his food. When he asked about it, it sounded like his order had been forgotten. They offered him a refund, but he replied, "No, I'm hungry. I want my food." Overall, the food was okay, but I think this place could really improve its customer service and overall experience.

    This is the worst food in Rogersville Tennessee went there and ordered a double cheeseburger and a…read morefrench fri my girl friend got the same first of all the buns had mold on them and were stale as a six week old buscuit and the fries were so greasy fried in the same oil that had been in the fry vat since they open the place ordered a milkshake to drink with my meal it was fake tasting softserve in a cup wit a straw in it I've lived here since 2010 and ate here off and on in my life coming from sneedville and back or this guy I used to work with always wanted to go there its gross I have no idea how they are still in business they have to be paying some health inspector off or they just are family with some police officer ir the damn mayor otherwise they'd have to shut down a place that serves molded bread don't eat here

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    The Hollywood Hillbilly

    The Hollywood Hillbilly

    3.6(5 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    It has closed down and is a new Italian restaurant. Nothing more to say but I know you want more…read morewords.

    Really neat looking place. Immaculate inside. Convenient street parking when available. Tight…read moreparking in back...expect a door ding upon return (don't ask how I know). Occasional music performances...if you can catch one (more on that below). If those are the (only) things you are looking for, this is the place for you. Otherwise there's not much to offer. Food is basically bar food at mid range restaurant pricing. If you can walk out of this place with one appetizer and single beer for under $20, please let me know your secret. Don't get me wrong, it's excellent bar food, but once again, it better be at basically 2X what many other places charge. Limited beer selection at prices that would never fly if this place had any real competition. While $5 per pint is pretty much the absolute cap for "normal gravity" craft beer at any of the 16 Tri Cities area breweries, this place charges $5.00 for Michelob Ultra, bottle or draft. $6 for a bottle of Stella. No, I'm not kidding...see their online menu if you doubt this. By the way, beer is served in plastic cups to add insult to injury. This place does have occasional entertainment, but they have no website, they don't list gigs in The Loafer or any other local source. At best you find out *a few hours before* the performance on their FB page - usually the same day. In other words, it's really just "chance" that you end up hearing a band there when you happen to be eating on the same day. All in all, I give this place a "2"...most of that is credit given for the condition of the place. if this were in average shape, it would so be a "1". Don't get me wrong, if you have a company card to pay the bill with, it would actually be a reasonable place to get a beer and snack. Just remember not to order from the of the tap, otherwise you'll end up drinking your beer out of a Dixie cup...which makes the beer taste like the cup smells...

    Hardee's

    Hardee's

    1.4(9 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    I remember Hardee's being delicious as a kid. So with that in mind, I decided to eat here today. I…read morewent through the drive thru, and the place looked kind of deserted. The employee who took my order was very apologetic for the wait, but the wait really wasn't bad. What was bad, was the food! French fries are an interesting food. They have to be fresh, or they're absolutely terrible. These fries were not fresh. They weren't cold, but it was obvious they had been sitting under a heat lamp turning into dehydrated garbage. So my french fries were terrible, and in the interest of getting the food out fast, they were premade, and had gone totally stale. The burger was okay, but it also didn't seem hot and fresh. The buns were kind of soft despite resembling pieces of toast. Also when I ordered, there were three times I was asked about various upgrades or new menu items. I really hate that. If I want to try the new menu item, I will try it. I hate corporate bullshit. Hardee's has fallen from whatever I remember as a kid, to total crap, and no one even wants to work there anymore. Avoid this place. Hopefully it will go out of business, because that's what it deserves.

    Went to this restaurant a day or two ago and the lady on the speaker was rude. Later I found out…read morethe lady on the speaker was the store manager (crystal). not only was she rude she would become loud at both customers and employees. When I arrived at the window I could tell they were short staffed. when I go to an establishment, I am normally greeted with a smile and positive attitude so this was a horrible experience for me. If I could leave zero stars, I would. I hope this company gets better management with people that respect their workers and customers.

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