The quality of the loaded bagel was really five stars. It was prepared well and the taste is second…read moreto none in Oak Ridge. Service is zippy too. Its great value for the price paid. The coffee also deserves a mention. Its smooth and delicate and has no bitterness at all. This is also the best you can buy in Oak Ridge. Seating inside is comfortable and the noise levels are generally lower which is something I appreciate in the early morning. There is plenty of close parking. Its easy to access. The staff are freindly too. Well worth repeat visits.

So glad I visited Bud's Farmhouse. My coworker and I wanted a fast and inexpensive breakfast. bud's…read moredelivered big time. The coffee is outstanding! We both had breakfast sandwiches his was on a light bun I had and egg and cheese on an everything bagel. Great stuff! Don't forget to have a brown butter chocolate chip cookie!! The server was a gem, friendly and efficient the owner should be happy to have such a good worker. The place is cute with a few seats and some fun stuff to look at. Certain a happy place to get your breakfast in the morning.

Its well worth the visit. We went for breakfast and it was a pleasant experience. It's well run and…read moreits clean. The food is a LOT better quality than the local chain accross the street and was served quickly. The coffee is also very good. The food selection on the buffet was as good as anywhere. The waitstaff is super freindly and helpful also. This is clearly an overlooked restaurant for the Oak Ridge locals, since it's inside the hotel. Prices are reasonable for the quality of the food that is availible. There is a ton of close parking and its easy to access. We plan on going back for dinner one night just to change things up. Yes you can chase a dollar and eat cheaper locally, no doubt, but to have a nice clean, not crowded place with high quality food sets this place apart. It's been a long time since I sat in the relative quiet to enjoy my food.

This restaurant is in the Hilton Doubletree hotel. We had breakfast 2 days here with the same…read moreexperience both days. We did the breakfast buffet, everything was fresh and delicious. Coffee was good. But the service was slow. And both days our bills were not correct. Took some time to get them right too after it was pointed out.

1944 Restaurant from the Manhattan Project days that is still open and operating. I love the…read morehistory that has been preserved here. The burger was delicious. The fried chicken salad does need more color and to stop using packaged, high calorie dressing and instead use their own healthier dressing, add some different greens and variety. The service was great though, people were friendly, and dining here can feel like a dash to the past.

I Love their burgers and their fries The friendly small…read moretown environment is so comfortable.

We went on a Monday. Got seated right away. The piano player was there tonight which was nice. The…read morearomas in there were smoky and delicious. We had turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes with collard greens. Loved the turkey, stuffing and potatoes. The collards were good. Pies were amazing too! Loved the butterscotch and coconut cream pies! Will repeat! Allison was a great waitress.

We had just taken a tour of an office building nearby and I asked the people working there for…read morerecommendations to grab lunch from a local establishment. After someone mentioned Dean's, everyone else nodded so this was the unanimous choice. We got two orders of pot roast. Mine was accompanied by collards and his sides were deviled eggs and mash potatoes. Absolutely no complaints. Food was fantastic. I do love Southern food! Since this was also a bakery, I had to try some of the desserts. At first I didn't know what apple fried pie was. Our server said it was just apple pie that is deep fried. I mean, is there anything bad that comes out of deep frying? The server did ask me if I wanted the pie warmed up and I said no. I suggest you say yes if asked. It really would have been much better warm but it certainly wasn't bad a little chilled. I loved the small bits of chopped apples. The pie was filled with so many applies and sprinkled with sugar. This was definitely a winner. Service: Extremely friendly. Tip: Bring cash or else pay the credit card fee. Parking: Plenty in the small shopping center.

I'm thrilled that FW has made its way to Oak Ridge--finally, a true sit‑down breakfast spot in…read moretown! Walking in, you'll immediately notice the open, airy layout. There are tables, booths, bar/counter seats, plus outdoor seating, and windows galore that flood the room with natural light. It's bright, cheerful, and instantly welcoming. Every visit I've made, the place has been spotless--dining room, restrooms, everything. Plus the WiFi is solid, making this a great weekday spot to work from when I want to linger; they've always seemed fine with me setting up at the bar counter in the corner and staying until closing. Service has always been great. Contrary to some negative reviews I've seen, I've not had a bad experience here. Every server has been courteous, attentive, and hustling--nothing sloppy, no waiting around. As for the food--nothing but hits so far. Every dish I've ordered has been delicious, the temperature spot‑on, and the presentation pleasing. Some of my favorite go‑tos: Morning Meditation Fresh Juice -- crisp and refreshing Market Hash -- two cage‑free eggs any style, atop fresh seasoned potatoes, with house‑roasted Crimini mushrooms, zucchini, shallots, red peppers, baby spinach, melted Mozzarella, and herbed Goat cheese; served with whole grain artisan toast Bacado Omelet -- bacon, avocado, Monterey Jack, topped with sour cream, served with house‑made Pico de Gallo, lemon‑dressed organic mixed greens, and artisan toast They even rotate seasonal menu items, so there's always something new to try. Portions are generous--you're getting your money's worth and likely won't be hungry again until dinner. Bottom line: I'm a big fan. FW has raised the bar for breakfast in Oak Ridge, and I'm so glad they're here. Highly recommended.

Came here for lunch with my family on Saturday around 12:30, and had a wonderful time…read more When we arrived the restaurant looked crowded, so I was worried it would be a long wait. However, we were seated right away. Our server immediately brought us coffee and got our 8 year old some hot chocolate (loaded with whipped cream and chocolate sauce, which he loved). It took a little bit for us to figure out what we wanted because there were so many good options. I went with their Italian inspired omelet with sausage, cheese, roasted peppers and tomatoes. My husband got the pick two from the lunch side with the super food kale salad and ham and Gruyère melt. While our son got the kids bacon and eggs with fruit and toast. The food came out at a good pace and was hot when it arrived. I loved my omelette. It tasted fresh and light and I loved the pop of the roasted tomatoes in it. The toast and jam they served with it were great. The grain bread was so good. I ended up getting potatoes instead of the salad (no extra charge) and they made them crispy which was just how I wanted them. The surprise for both my husband and I was the salad he got. Normally, neither of us are fond of kale but in that salad it was delicious. It wasn't super tough or butter which can sometimes be an issue. The melt was also good. Our son devoured his entire plate and was super happy with everything. Which is always a huge plus. This was a perfect place to come with everyone. It was inviting, fast and with good food. There are so many options that there is something for everyone and no one left still hungry or disappointed.

We rolled in at exactly 9:13 a.m. on Saturday, and yes, I'm timestamping this because by 9:13 they…read morewere already SOLD OUT of Chocolate Holes. Gone. Vanished. Clearly I was late to the party and the early birds knew what was up. Respect. Did we panic? Absolutely not. We pivoted like seasoned donut professionals and started with two dozen glazed holes. That's right. TWO. DOZEN. Most didn't make it home. "We'll just have one" turned into "wait, how many are left?" Then came the full dozen assortment: *Custard filled - dangerously good *Cream filled - no regrets *Chocolate cake - classic, solid, dependable *Glazed - because you can't not And then... the Strawberry Glazed Let me tell you about that Strawberry Glazed. BAM. Sooooo good. Like, pause-the-conversation good. Like, "why did we only get one?" good. They also have breakfast sandwiches if you're pretending to be responsible. Plenty of seating inside, so you can sit there and question your life choices while eating donut number four. The service was friendly, quick, and didn't judge our order size (at least not out loud). If you live nearby, what are you waiting for? If you don't live nearby, it's worth the drive. Just apparently get there before 9:13 if you want Chocolate Holes. Learn from my mistakes.

It pains me to leave this review but I must for public safety. Today I went to my favorite donut…read moreshop and ordered usually donut. (Double Chocolate). As proceed to break the donut open, a roach crawled out . I was offered a replacement and a refund. I kindly declined. I needed to share my experience as a fair warning because I was utterly flabbergasted.

Woody's is one of those sleeper places that you would miss if you drove by. It's a converted…read morewarehouse. Don't let that stop you. It's very cool inside. Neat memorabilia on the walls and the most entertaining men's room ever! The service is top notch. The single waiter handled the room like a pro and the bartender also handled tables. My German coworker got the brisket platter and man did it look lie a ton of food. I got the half ribs and was picking out the bones clean. Both meats were super tender. I personally want my ribs to have a little bite to them but they were delicious l. Had the Mack n cheese side and it was excellent. Overall for a $16 dollar plate I couldn't finish it. Great place try it for yourself

It's slipping slowly…read more The food is now semi sloppy. No attention to detail any more. The bartender needs to be replaced. Many beers on the menu are no longer availaible. This is farce. It's dropping from being a leader to middle of the pack.

I've recently moved to Oak Ridge and have visited Shoney's frequently over the past month. Every…read moresingle employee has been so welcoming and friendly. I've watched them interact with people from all walks of life and treat everyone with kindness and compassion. I have never found an item to be completely gone, as the buffet attendant is constantly there, checking and refilling. I enjoy the fried chicken, and often come for the breakfast bar. They have different themes each evening so there's always a variety. The salad bar is always full and I love the crisp, green spinach which always looks fresh. I do wish they had peas all the time, so I'm happy when I am there when they have them in the salad bar. The only things I haven't enjoyed was the cinnamon donuts (too hard and way too sweet) and the egg rolls (Mexican, too spicy hot). Everything else has been great. Thanksgiving was a blast there and I didn't feel sad to be alone, as the waitress made me feel like I belonged. It can get a bit noisy, but that's to be expected when you have large groups of people being happy together and eating good food. The parking lot may look full at times, but I have never had a problem getting a seat and quickly getting my food. I've attached some photos from my visits this month.

This place use to be one of my favorite spots to eat. Well not now, the tables are so sticky your…read moreplates, napkins, and utensils stick to the table. The food has gone really down hill. This place may work for tourists but for the locals that keeps it open, you better bring someone in to put this place back on the map! It's definitely dying a slow death. Good luck.