Affordable, mom and pop vibe, local soup and sandwich shop…read more I think this place is what national franchise chains are trying to mimic when it comes to an affordable community kitchen. The soup and sandwich were both tasty AND affordable. Tastes home made! Now this isn't some fancy new-age concept that's trying to break culinary boundaries. What it is doing is making sure the community has a filling tasty meal at a reasonable price with warm and friendly service from the staff. You can see older folks come in right when the restaurant opens at 11AM on the dot. Will definitely add this place to my lunch rotation!

The staff are some of the friendliest restaurant staffs I have encountered. They always have a wide…read morevariety of soups every day. Plus, they can help customize your meal with cheese, bacon. Fellow customers are generally friendly and helpful.

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.

I wasn't expecting much from a gas station restaurant, but this place honestly surprised me…read more Everything we ordered was better than Denny's or Waffle House and around the same price. My stepmom got the pancakes and the portions were huge, my dad got the steak, and I ordered the loaded tots which were easily big enough to be a full meal. Service was great and everyone working there was really friendly. The ambience isn't anything special, but for a quick comfort food stop, it's definitely worth it.

Walked across the street to get some supper from the good ole iron skillet. It has better reviews…read morethan most I've been to, so I thought it would be a good idea. My server was super nice and attentive so that was a plus. I sort of feared that my meal was going to end up in utter disaster, after I ordered what was supposed to be a caesar salad. You can see from my pictures, it's not. I don't even think it was Romaine, I think it was butter lettuce, but the lettuce was so warm and limp, it was like somebody left the salad on their dashboard with the sun beating down on it. No croutons, which was nice because I don't eat them anyways but at this point I'm starting to get skeptical because I just spent Texas Roadhouse type money on a truck stop diner. I got the surf and turf with sauteed shrimp and broccoli. I got to say, the steak, even though it was a dollar store steak, the cook made it perfectly for me, I ordered rare, and that's what I got. I hate to desecrate beef, but I had to season her up with a little bit of A1 steak sauce. I'm not overly disappointed, I knew what I was walking into, I just wanted to try something different than what I typically get at this place. But I do know the cook knows his stuff. I would eat here again though. It was decent, but I wouldn't recommend dropping $26 on the surf and turf. ***DISCLAIMER*** This pure, uncut, honest review is federally protected under Federal Law by way of Bill #EO14149. Removal or alteration of this review by Yelp and/or their affiliates without Expressed consent by it's author is strictly prohibited by FEDERAL law. VIolators will be prosecuted, and litigation imminent.

I'm a guest at a nearby hotel that had limited breakfast options. Just Love Coffee Cafe was a very…read moreshort walk and it did not disappoint! I drink decaf and was made a lovely decaf latte. When asked what milk, I told the barista "her choice". Wow. Made with Oat milk and now I'm a convert! For breakfast, I had the spinach and feta "womelette" and was one of the nicest omelets I've had in a while. Cooked in a waffle iron, the omelet was light and fluffy with a nice portion of spinach and feta. My only regret was getting sour cream instead of salsa, which would have worked even better. Overall I had such a lovely experience and will be back the next time I'm here. Thanks!

I went here a couple days ago with my grand child to tour the college campus. I ordered the tacos…read moreand so did my grandchild but they got the tacos all wrong and messed up. I was already steaming when they got my taco wrong because I am said i was going vegetarian for a day and they gave me one with meat. I was mad but went to go get water and what i saw next was horrific there was a bright red lipstick stain on the cup. This made me question if they even cleaned the cups. When they finally got my food right it wasn't even good. And to top it all off the waiter started talking about covid while we were eating. Overall i give it a 2/5 stars

Let's say it's sweltering hot and you are taking a group of exhausted little leaguers home from the…read moregame. Well, here's where you can go--you can score a couple dozen soft serve cones with just a few bucks. But for God's sake don't order anything else, certainly not food. Everything else is the worst! So bland and generic. Service is spotty but get those kids their cones and then into the showers!

Bro I highly recommend! I'm vegan and they made me a wrap with mushroom, pickles, onion, lettuce,…read moremustard and it's fire . This tortilla they use it's mouthwatering too. Thanks diner! Also clean bathrooms and cool sitting area

Not a big breakfast fan but I had to find a casual place to meet someone for brunch. Maple Street…read morewas a good choice. I ordered The Farmer, a chicken biscuit with cheese, bacon, and apple butter. The biscuit was warm and fresh, the bacon was crispy, and the chicken patty was quite substantial. The poor thing was drowning in apple butter though, which made it too wet (and too sweet). Even scraping some of it off it was already too soggy. A tad less sauce and it would be perfectly balanced. The smashbrowns had a nice crisp and I enjoyed the kick of the pepper jam. Also, big fan of the cute coffee bar. I could taste the hints of maple in the coffee. If I have to eat out for breakfast, Maple Street seems to be a good choice. And yes, this location is on Kingston Pike not Maple Street.

Oh boy! What a treat. My girl and I each enjoyed a wonderful breakfast bowl. Plenty of food to fill…read moreyou up, too. We sat at a high top table, and shared it with three gentlemen. Unfortunate for me though, I had to sit right under an air conditioning duct. I bet that the gentlemen were wishing that it was my girlfriend who had that seat. (I think you get the points.) Our meals were as fresh as can be, and tasty too. We had no problem cleaning our plates. It was fairly crowded when we got there. But if you don't mind sharing a table, you'll find a spot for sure. There's outside seating if you like. Quick Tip: Get there early, or get there late, cause if you get there during prime chow down, you'll be lucky to find a seat. Even the cold zone will be occupied. You may want to wear a bra....Just in case.

Thank you Yelpers! We stopped at Gourmet Market for breakfast while passing through Knoxville, and…read moreit ended up being one of those "we'll definitely be back" kind of places. My partner had the Irish Bennie on gluten-free bread (which can be hit or miss elsewhere, but they nailed it), and I went with the Frog in a Ditch--both were flavorful, well-balanced, and clearly made with care. We added fresh fruit and collard greens on the side, which felt like a perfect mix of fresh and hearty. Drinks were just as fun: I tried the breakfast margarita (heads up that there's grapefruit juice if you take morning meds), and my partner had a lavender lemonade with gin that was super refreshing. Big shoutout to our server, Melissa: she made the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. Overall, an outstanding first visit. If we're ever driving through Knoxville again, this will absolutely be a stop.

We stopped in for brunch and Connor was our waiter. He was the best. Attentive, fast, gave the…read morespecials and recommendations. The food came out pretty fast for as busy as the place was. And the pancakes, the bacon, the toast, the Benedict were all perfect. The coffee was tasty as well. Clean floors and bathrooms as well. Will be back!

Great food and price. Easy in and out service I don't think I waited 10 minutes for my food. I'll…read moredefinitely go back.