Located just off of 24 in Murfreesboro, Lion Mart Shell station is a bit more than just your run of…read morethe mill Shell gas station. Think old school, 90's style gas stations with an attached kitchen serving up everything from chicken tenders to burgers to bologna sandwiches, and of course, fried chicken. On my way in and out of Nashville, I make it point to pop off 24 and stop in. Gas prices are normally ok, not the best in the area, but getting a solid hot snack that isn't fast food for the drive is always great. Breakfast is my go-to here! The store is only a few years old, and while it has the standard wear and tear of a gas station, it is in good condition. Cleanliness is hit and miss, but what gas station isn't. Staff are friendly and helpful, no issues there. Overall, solid spot to fill up the tank or belly!

It's a gas station and it's a country kitchen…read more I'm a lover of fried chicken but let me tell you. This place is my comfort zone when it comes to some good fried chicken and sides. It is a gas station but don't just drive by, go in try the the food you'll be very surprised. It's always busy at lunch and with it being so close I go in a couple times, if not a few times a week. It's a meat and 2 or 3 or more! Whatever you want to eat. They make bbq, ribs, meatloaf, and tenders too. Their max and cheese is as good as home made and not form the box. They have friendly service with bar style seating and tables. Sit down and enjoy.

My wife and I had walked past this place many times but never stopped in. One evening, we were…read morecraving a good burger, and every other restaurant in town had a long wait. Then I remembered American Café, and I'm glad I did. From the moment we walked in, the service was phenomenal. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about our experience. The burgers were superb--cooked perfectly, packed with flavor, and made with quality ingredients you could actually taste. The prices were reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food. It's not a fancy or upscale restaurant, but if you appreciate great food made right and served with a smile, this is the place to go. American Café definitely earned a new pair of regular customers. The next time I'm in the mood for a burger, I know exactly where I'm going.

Poor service and poor food quality. Order was not correct. Bomb Burger on texas toast which says…read moretoasted WAS NOT TOASTED. I'm not a fan of a burger on regular soggy white bread. Called to allow owner to at least take feedback and make it right, BUT he just said he toasted it we ordered wrong. Same order 3 prior times. No problem, poor service, bad business. Check your food. BUSINESS LOST HERE. WOULD NOT GO BACK. 2 burgers $33.

Honestly, the best wings I've ever had. The honey gold is lowkey fire! Employees were super…read morefriendly.

WOW! Hands down the best fried okra I've ever had! I visited with friends, and we all agreed that…read moreMs. Marian's is now our favorite place for wings. We tried the Honey Gold, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parmesan, and Marian's Way flavors, and I can't wait to come back and try more sauces! A couple notes - parking can be a little tricky, and the area where you wait to order and pick up your food is sort of a bottleneck.

Then chicken was moist and hot and the staff was first class and friendly. It took a little time…read morebut was so worth it. The locals just kept coming in, you can tell they have loyal regulars!

Ok, so here's the thing I waited an entire hour for 1 catfish sandwich, no sides, no drink, no…read moreextras! After waiting an hour I was given my food with no consolation for patiently waiting, not even a free fountain drink or anything! So I would say a 3 out of 10 for customer service, but I can say the fish was good but I definitely won't be back!

If you have ever driven up or down I-24 in Middle Tennessee then there is a good chance that you…read morehave seen a few Toot's billboards! This Toot's, situated at the corner of NW Broad and Medical Center Parkway is the OG for the restaurant. While there are others, there is only one original Toot's! Folks ask how I would describe this Toot's location and every time I have them picture a local Hooters without the uniform mixed with a Cracker Barrel with a Panama City Beach vibe...While I could say many other things, that usually sums it up and is pretty spot on. Toot's is definitely a brand and is well known in the area, and quite popular as they have multiple locations around the 'boro. The brand has been built off of local vibes, cheap food and friendly service. While Toot's is a local institution, there really is nothing wildly special about what they offer. Most of their menu is standard from burgers, sandwiches, wings, seafood, salads, etc...and within that menu, most of those items are fried. So, if you are counting calories, Toot's is not the spot for you! They are famous for their fried pickles, so you know we started with an order. The pickles are lightly breaded, crispy and served with ranch dipping sauce. Again, nothing special...even from their specialty item. For our mains we both got a 15 count of wings, I went cajun dry rub and my pal went buffalo. The wings were the best part of the meal for sure. They were fried well, seasoned nicely, plump and juicy...all the things you want from a wing! For our sides, my buddy went fries and I went side caesar salad. His fries were standard, but done well. My salad was a bit odd, as it was legit a side salad including onions, boiled eggs, cucumber, etc...with caesar dressing. I guess I should have been more descriptive or inquisitive when I initially ordered it. Pricing was excellent, surprisingly affordable, especially for the service sizes! Service was good. Greeter was friendly and sat us quickly, and our server was friendly, engaging and efficient. No issues with service at all. I can see the allure for the local crowd. This can be a decent spot for a well priced and filling meal, and can even be a good place to belly up to the bar and watch some sports. While I would not go out of my way to visit Toot's, I definitely wouldn't say no on occasion as a local.

If you live in the Boro and you're hunting for a wing-and-beer spot, stop scrolling and head…read morestraight to the original location on NW Broad serving up goodness since 1985. This place has bar seating, high tops, booths... basically whatever level of wing commitment you're comfortable with. We grabbed seats at the bar, and the service was quick, friendly, and on point. To kick things off, my wife ordered a frosty Blue Moon with the classic orange slice. I went with water... mainly because I needed to stay focused for the wing mission ahead. First up: Fried Dill Pickles. These were absolutely fantastic, lightly battered, crispy, flavorful, and dangerously addictive. If you skip these, you're already making bad life choices. Now for the main event... the food! I used to be a die-hard bone-in wing guy, but Toot's Buffalo-Style Chicken Fingers may have converted me. I ordered 10 fingers, 5 Mango Habanero (because apparently I enjoy sweating while eating) and 5 Honey BBQ to cool my taste buds back down. Both were finger-lickin' good, and the side of tots sealed the deal. My wife ordered the Chicken Finger Salad because she thought she was making a healthy choice... until chicken fingers showed up on top. Nice try, babe. Bottom line: if you live in the Boro, or you're heading there for college, you need to try this place. We live in Franklin and gladly make the 30-minute drive for a Toot's road trip. That should tell you everything. Wings worth driving for? That's not a meal... that's a lifestyle.

Service is always professional, friendly and fast. The okra is my favorite. It is delicious. The…read morecatfish and wings are a must try. Food is hot and fresh, made to order.

Since this was my second time ordering from CSE I figured I'd leave a review! My work hosts a food…read moretruck every Friday and this is by far one of the better ones. I got 6 wings, fries and fried okra for $18. Wings had the 'smack ya momma' seasoning. Unfortunately, she wasn't nearby to test their claim. A pretty small menu, but that's how you know it's gonna be good. Personally I would love to see them add chicken legs as an option. Staff were cordial and the wait time was reasonable. I was right after a group of nerds so pretty fast considering. They actually accept cash which was nice.

We drove down to Smyrna from out of state just to buy a car and stopped here for a late evening…read moredinner. This place is going to have me dreaming of their smash burgers for some time to come. Great prices and really good burgers.

We stop in here sometimes after leaving the Farmer's Market in Murfreesboro. It's a great spot to…read moreget a fresh Burger. They serve fresh - Never frozen Smashburgers. They have their meat delivered every day from J.R. Smith meats in Nashville. This is a roadside Local Gem that is Drive- thru or you can walk up and order at the take out window. They do have some covered outdoor tables. It can get busy, but the line moves quickly. The staff are always friendly and you may see Karen herself in the kitchen. They offer Fish, Chicken, Chili Dogs, Fried Bolagna, Grilled Cheese, Sides, Shakes, Floats and Sweet Treats and it's actually very affordable. If you're in Smyna or near the Boro, stop in and get you some. To finish the review- If you order for outdoor dining, they will give you a number and bring your food to you when its ready. They are closed on Sundays and Mondays.

I love this place!! The Pretzel Bites can't be beat! I don't live in Murfreesboro but whenever I…read morehave to come to the Boro, you better believe I'm making a trip to the mall. The employees are always super sweet, professional and helpful. Their customer service is top notch!! 10/10.

Ahh the pretzel was just ok. We ordered cinnamon sugar pretzel bites and a pretzel. The…read more Cinnamon was overpowering due to it having more cinnamon than sugar. The pretzels didn't taste too fresh. The employees here were super friendly and attentive. I'm not sure I would return. Because it's just some places you're loyal to when it comes to soft pretzels and I see why.