My friends and I enjoyed a memorable evening in this cool historic military spot that's full of character and local old world southern charm. The place looks like I'm walking into an old house with a foyer! We were hungry and got to order food immediately! Since it was the first time, we were not feeling too adventurous! The food arrived within 7 to 10 minutes, the Big Kahuna Tuna Sandwich was perfectly cooked and packed with flavor, the sweet potato fries with that sweet cinnamon dusting were absolutely addictive, the fish and chips were hot and crispy, and the garden quesadillas were fresh and satisfying. The wait staff were very friendly, attentive without hovering, and made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. I highly recommend this historic Lebanon gem to anyone looking for a relaxed, delicious meal in a place that still feels like "old school" hospitality done right. I'm looking forward to being back again someday! Thank you for the memories! read more

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Quaint little restaurant that offers one of the freshest salad bar in town. Food was served in very generous portions. Staff are friendly and very knowledgeable. This place would be a perfect date or small celebratory meal. read more

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The atmosphere at Sammy B's is nice, although the TVs on the walls take away from the overall experience a little. The food was average, and the service wasn't the best. read more

The ambiance is lovely, there is outdoor seating in a covered area, the inside is so appealing with tables artistically placed, plenty of light in the outer rooms of this military academy converted to restaurant. This is great for casual dining but I would even consider it for a celebration. The menu is extensive with many sections from expensive dinner options to burgers and wraps. This is the BEST salad bar I've seen in a long time. The servers were VERY attentive. We were a group in a private room so serving us was a bit of a challenge. On Monday's seniors get 25% discount, also on Mondays only starting at 4:00 Prime rib is served. I'll be back to enjoy dinner, and enjoy it as an upscale place for lunch. I recommend this restaurant. read more

Over priced and over rated. Waited quite a long time for our food which was lukewarm and dry. Not sure why everyone thinks it is so great, very disapointed. read more

First of all they deserve 100 per ent 5 stars!!! Food; perfection on all accounts Drinks: made with extra Love if get my drift Service: Adelaide??sp? n Theresa perfection in the bar section Ambiance : well it Just doesn't get any better at the most quaint former military base Not to mention the Greg almond brother history HELLO WE WILL BE BACK OFTEN read more

The best. Food, ambience, service. Go through the buffet. It's delightful. Go there and eat. You'll love it. read more

Sammy B's - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

Sammy's has a very friendly staff. The menu has an old school vibe, in a good way! If you live in Lebanon, you owe it to yourself to experience dining in this classic restaurant. I end up sitting in the bar area like 75% of the time I go there and I like it. Lots to see, closer to the salad bar, and comfy chairs! I always order a beef dish there...steak or prime rib and I'm always satisfied. My wife has had pork chop, fish, and last night tried a Sailor Wrap or something like that and enjoyed it. I would like to see a little restoration like the carpet, some freshened paint but that won't keep me away. Please give this gem a chance! read more

Sammy B's - Smoked Prime Rib - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

Didn't know what to expect coming in but had a wonderful time on a quiet night. I had the boneless smoked and fried pork chops that came on top of cinnamon apples. Massive pork chops at a great price. read more

We did not have a very good experience at Sammy B's. We are there on northern day. The service wasn't very good and the food which may have been okay but it was cafeteria style and no one bothered to make sure the burners were on and the food was like luke warm to cold. A very disappointing experience. I gave it a two and probably should have been a one. read more

First time trying Sammy Bs , it was great. From the UGA to the Reuben it was all tasty. The building couldn't have been better. Old Victorian, haunted (just joking ) but has a rich history . The service was great as well . read more

Sammy B's - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

Friendly, down-home type people. Food was excellent, as was the service! A great spur-of-the-moment decision to try this place.

I have gone here two times and the only saving grace is the salad bar. On my first visit, I tried the little appetizer steak sliders that were on these little biscuits, and that steak was so tough that I ended up with a blackeye and a bloody nose. You couldn't even chew through it. I don't know what kind of cut they're using or it was awful. Needless to say out of the three little sliders I had a very small chunk of meat that was actually edible and ended up with two pieces of Chewed up shoe leather on my plate. On my second visit, I had a tuna steak sandwich. And the tuna was completely overcooked. It was drier than the Sahara desert. It tasted like I was eating tuna out of a can. I'm not sure. I'll be back at this point , but either way not good at all. I always go back after having a bad experience just to see if they can turn it around or if that was just a one time incident, but appears not Someone called this place a hidden gem, and I truly hope that this cubic zirconia never gets discovered read more

My wife and I went with a couple of friends for a late lunch. I had a Reuben sandwich which was really good. My wife a a fried shrimp dish. She is very picky about how shrimp is cooked ( not overdone ) and she thought it was good and cooked correctly. Our table order appetizers with the 3 dip option. We got the artichoke dip, Boursin dip, and the crabby dip. We thought all three were good. The only issue was that the appetizers came out after our lunch had been delivered. We were a bit cramped for table space. The atmosphere was very friendly. A kind gentleman came over and told us some of the history of the place. Our server was very attentive and sweet. read more

This was definitely a Father's Day Fail! It's really unfortunate, as I wanted to love this place. The restaurant revitalized an original military university club house, so the aesthetic is very nice. There is lots of space for different size parties, plus an outside patio. Sammy B's is definitely hidden and a little difficult to find. There is a parking lot behind the restaurant. We did not have a reservation and were able to get seated right away. That's important with 2 children. Sundays is an all-you-can-eat buffet for $25 an adult and $15 per child. We were ready to eat! Too bad no one told us ahead of time, there isn't much to eat. Defining this as a buffet is a STRETCH!!!! Sammy B's claim to fame is their salad bar, which is included in the buffet price. Thank goodness, otherwise we would have all gone hungry... no seriously! The buffet is not for kids and a complete waste of money. Everything was overcooked and I mean everything. Our kids would not even let me put the chicken fingers on their plates. Honestly, I cannot blame them. The kids' options looked nasty. The only breakfast item was French Toast Sticks that were so overly fried our daughter cried when she tried to eat one. She literally couldn't bite into it. The buffet had chicken fingers, macaroni and cheese, eggs and ham. The ham was eatable, but the macaroni and cheese was nasty. Our son at least tried it. He turned to me after 1 bite saying "Momma, Don't try it". At this point, I'm wondering if it's just us.... The restaurant was not full, but there was steady traffic. There were toddlers to teens dining with their dads. The single common theme was none of these kids touched their buffet food. All (and I mean all) filled up on the fruit and yogurt from the salad bar, which meant we all had to re-feed our kids again when we arrived home. For $15 a child there better be bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles, must I go on! For adults there were a few more options: fish-in-chips, tasteless eggs, sausage & shrimp with grits, red potatoes no one bothered to even slice, and some weird bean dish. I'm generally excited to try a little bit of everything which I did! The sausage and shrimp was by far the only real eatable items on the buffet. Definitely skip the fried food. It was nasty. This is supposed to be a southern brunch. Sammy B's cannot be messing up chicken fingers and fried fish! I stood in the buffet area waiting and watching in line, until I realized Sammy B's has a really bad process for replacing the food on the buffet. The waiting staff runs the new food from the kitchen in bowls, then dumps it into the existing buffet platters. For those of us that are not aware, this means the old food gets mixed in with the new food. At some point, Sammy B's has no idea how long the food has been sitting on that buffet tray. I'm sure at some point, someone will have food poisoning. After all this, we were still trying to enjoy Father's day. That was until the last straw! Before we went to the buffet, we ordered coffee. The waitress brought half/half to the table, instead we asked for a little milk. When we received the bill, Sammy B's charged us $4 for a splash of milk in our coffee!!!!!! I can get an entire gallon of milk from Kroger for $3.29. We nicely questioned the charge, which the waitress was happy to ask her manager to adjust. The manager refused. No one ever told us there was a charge for milk with coffee. Furthermore, $4!!!! This is outrageous. We politely mentioned to the waitress to let her manager know this was the wrong decision and we would not be back. I would have normally had a conversation with the manager directly, but at this point I'm trying to salvage Father's Day brunch. My husband is sitting back in his chair, arms crossed, giving me the "Let's get out of here!" expression. For 2 adults and 2 children, we spent $104 dollars before tip. We did tip the waitress, as none of this was really her fault. She was the only positive of this whole experience. Sammy B's is a complete waste of money, especially if you have children. Adults looking to lose weight, this is the spot for you, as there is nothing worth eating. I'd rather personally starve. To the owners of Sammy B's, it's definitely time to fire your manager, replace your head chef, and revamp your entire menu. I'm a big fan of supporting locally owned businesses; however, you will be lucky not to be bankrupt within the year. I highly suggest using this review as a basis for improvement. FYI - I'm sure your manager had no idea that my average review receives about 3,000 hits online. read more

Brought someone to Sammy Bs bc I'd been there once and had a great experience. (The tab/2: $100.) This night we were sat in the managers station and our service could not have been worse. We were not greeted with a smile but a snarl and a swipe at me. Waters we requested were forgotten and brought out after we asked repeatedly. When asked about the specials we were asked don't you know the menu? I ordered crab cakes with asparagus and was actually given burnt spears that were inedible. When asked to return them, she snatched them from our table without an apology and brought back perfect ones after I'd finished the meal. Isn't she supposed to be quality control? Didn't offer a to go box or offer a dessert choice. The best part of the night was the excellent wine choices and table side banter delivered by the incomparable James the long suffering and dapper bartender. His eloquent story of a patrons' painting of him that hangs near the bar was a hoot and a holler as well as the Sr. Queen of Wilson County sitting at the next table in full regalia complete with a sky high crown and sash. Almost perfect evening! read more

Sammy B's - Sr. Queen of Wilson County 2025 - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

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I've been here twice now and the service and food are top notch! The restaurant is clean and you can tell the staff takes pride in their work. Absolutely love it!! read more

Sammy B's is located in a building formerly part of the Castle Heights Military Academy. The historical feel of the building is definitely the coolest part of eating here. Everything in this building, from the staircase to the bar, seems like it has stories to tell. We were seated at a table in the enclosed porch with a view of the grounds. Our waitress was really friendly and knew the menu (which is pretty big) well enough to give us some tips. The food was decent. If you're all the way out in Lebanon, this is a good choice. read more

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4 of us had supper there last night. Lots of menu choices, service impeccable, food delicious and large portions. And to top it off 25% off on senior Mondays. 5 stars for us . Loved the house changed to restaurant, beautiful!! read more

Sweet potato woah It actually was delicious however when I first saw it I literally said " woah! " it was swimming in a pool of butter. I like the liveliness of this place, especially on a Friday night. The service was impeccable - good old southern hospitality. read more

Sammy B's - Sweet Potato " woah " and Chicken - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

Our Gang of 7 enjoyed our return to Sammy B's Restaurant. Friendly, attentive service on a mid-week evening. Bar was busy. There is now a new menu with daily specials on the menu (Mon-Thurs). Our server was enthusiastic about the new menu, and I would agree. Can recommend appetizers of potato-corn fritters and squash sticks. Enjoyed entrees of chicken marsala, Heights Chicken "Sammich", Rattlesnake Chicken Pasta, Chicken Salad Wrap, Lobster Mac & Cheese, shrimp and chips, and Fisherman's Feast. Topped off with nicely chilled martini. There is a small selection of draught brewskies. History: The building previously was part of the Castle Heights Military School complex. Plenty of parking on a private lot. Alert: Online prices do not always match current menu prices by a few dollars. Open lunch and dinner, and closed Sunday. read more

The 5 Stars are for James, the bartender. We only come when James works because he makes you feel welcome and makes the bar lively and engaging with his wonderful and funny personality, like one expects a bartender to have: The bar is unique and has a cool history. The beer is ice cold and the drinks are good. The food is inconsistent, so take your chance there. The salad bar is good. Free popcorn in the bar is nice too. read more

A beautiful hidden gem in Lebanon. The location is not in plain sight but once you find it, you'll understand. The inside is beautifully decorated with an old charm. We were seated in less than 3 minutes outdoors by this very nice woman who moved things around to accommodate just the 2 of us. Our server was Jen (I think. You'll know her because she has beautiful eyes) who recommended a few things. We had some cocktails and crab dip to begin. Those cocktails were wonderfully made. The crab dip was my least favorite meal. It was a little runny and oniony. I personally like my crab dip thick and creamy. The star of the night was the steak salad. They make their dressings in house, so I will honestly say, that dressing was the best I've ever had. Also, the fried green tomato and bacon sandwich was delicious (ask for less sauce so the tomato flavor can come forward). Their sweet potato fries were crispy and perfect. They have a cherry mustard that is unique and we were dipping our fries in it. I can see that mustard on a turkey sandwich. All these meals and drinks were priced reasonably for the amount you receive. I will definitely go again. FYI-Tuesdays have ladies night specials :) read more

Sammy B's - Front desk sign - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

I was pleasantly impressed by their menu the 1st time I tried Sammy B's and this time it was even better! I wish I'd known that there was a 3-6pm Happy Hour or I'd have stopped by 30mins sooner. read more

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What a great local place. Seated right away but did wait 10 minutes before we got drinks. Another 35-40 min for our food. Full disclosure- our waitress was busy. Once the food came out, she was very attentive and apologized for the wait and offered us free dessert. Food was good and the staff were super friendly. There was an older gentleman working the bar. While we were eating, we were wondering who Sammy B was. I happened to look up behind the bar and there was a picture on the wall - Sammy B - who so happened to be the gentleman bartender! He then started walking around to the tables talking with everyone. A great dining experience with staff who truly care about their customers read more

We really enjoyed everything about our visit tonight. The staff was so friendly and enjoyable to be around. Loved the style of the restaurant- it is unique to say the least! And the food was very good- we had tuna, pork chops and pizza and it was so good. Already looking forward to our next visit. read more

Sammy's has a nice salad bar, has all the wonderful offerings of a great salad bar. Found the fish and chips which I had to be very good. Nice size portions. The prime rib in which my dinner companion had they say it was very good. The restaurant is clean the staff is friendly and hospitable. They also have a Sunday brunch which I recommend to all. read more

Sammy B's has a great variety of choices on their menu! Their servers and staff are top notch and always so respectful! We even interacted with the owners, and they were so appreciative of us dining with them! Outstanding customer service! The restaurant is beautiful and elegant! We will definitely be back! This place easily earned FIVE STARS!! read more

Took a big party Friday night, covered lots of the menu for sure. Everything was good, solid food at a decent price. Service was timely and friendly. We will go back to this historic house soon. read more

The place has a homey, cozy feeling. Very nice for family get together. Staff were friendly. Very. I ordered fried zucchini and fried squash for starters, and Fisherman's Feast for my entree with a side of clam chowder, sweet potato fries and Pomegranate martini. My husband ordered lobster roll with the house potato chips. For the place and customer service, I would give 5 stars. For the food, 3 stars. Will try this place again in our next visit next year. read more

Sammy B's - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

Friendly staff. Quiet atmosphere. Food good. Lots of choices. Daily specials. Money is senior citizen discount day. We usually go mid afternoon so not crowded. read more

Lebanon's best kept secret. Can't believe I haven't been here!!! I'm From Cookeville ...why drive all the way into Nashville when Sammy B's is halfway there ! Historical buildings, ambience food adorable server, everything's a five star ! read more

Sammy B's - Caesar sirloin salad Delicious Ruben - New American Near Me - Lebanon, Tennessee

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Sammy B's is a family favorite! The food is great, service gracious and atmosphere relaxed!

Nice atmosphere and neat location, huge portions. Delish food. Service was great Very much enjoyed read more

We have been here several times and it has never disappointed. It is such a great restaurant in a small town. I love the ambiance and the homey feel. The bartender is amazing - just tell him what you want and he'll bring out a superb libation. I love their lasagne so very much. It's a great place to take the family if you want a nice dinner out or a great romantic place for just the two of you. I highly recommend this great eats place. read more

Love me some Sammy B's. Miss Patricia always has a friendly smile and works hard to give you a positive experience. The Clawsome cakes are my favorite. I order them almost every time. The addition of the salad bar was a great idea. Location is quaint and tucked into the area so that you feel special when you go there. Definitely worth a visit. read more

What could you improve on... food, service, ambiance, all of the above. Prime rib was awful, by far the worst. service was catastrophic but felt sorry for them, so many people were complaining, shame on the owner and management, they need to start from scratch. read more

Great place, great atmosphere, and good food. Waitress was excellent. A must try place for anyone close to Lebanon read more

Good people, good service, good food & great history! I grew up around this area and remember the actual Castle Heights Military Academy pretty well. I am so glad they've kept the buildings and found use for them. Sammie B's has been a locally known name for decades and anyone who was part of the music scene in Nashville in the 80s knows this place well. Fast forward a bit and the name continues. The atmosphere here is nostalgic. There's a small cozy bar when you first enter the dining area, seats around 7-8 people. There wasn't many customers when we went in the afternoon which was great for us. We had some drinks before the meal and the bartender, James, is serving some deliciously potent drinks. My kinda guy lol. Our food was cooked perfect and tasted wonderful. We had the 16th Ave sammich, Bacon-wrapped Filet, Prime Rib, & the 14oz KC steak. The meats were good cuts, perfect combo of tender meat/fat and cooked exactly as ordered. The sammich was impressive. It was grilled and had a good 2 inch thickness of ham/turkey/bacon and those skinny fries are absolute fire! Yah, it was all good and I'm glad we came here. I will definitely be stopping back in on my next trip to Lebanon, TN. Cheers! read more

Was in town for a dog show and food was so good we at there every night Staff was wonderful read more