If you are traveling on I-75 and looking for a place to eat, The Local is certainly worth the several minutes detour. It is Americana at it best; excellent food served quickly by a friendly wait staff. I thoroughly enjoyed the gulf shrimp cook just right where cocktail sauce wasn't needed along with a double helping of okra fried to perfection. The portions are generous sizes so it's not unusual for customers to walk out with doggy bags, as my wife did. read more

The Local has certainly changed, and mostly in a good way. Be warned: if you look at the menu posted online, it's completely different, and prices are about double. The burger that used to be just under $8.00 is now $15.00, as are most items on the menu. I don't have a problem with the prices, but many people around here will, especially because it's so different than what is posted online. Management, update the online menu! Don't mislead potential customers. The quality of the food has greatly improved since the last time I was there, and there many more healthy choices. Our server (sorry I don't remember her name), was friendly and attentive. I had the burger, which was solid. My husband had a protein bowl with chicken and quinoa, and he enjoyed it. It was big enough for him to have a second meal of it the next day. Overall, I recommend. read more

we had gotten the chicken livers on a previous visit and they were horrible. Very over cooked and hard. Someone had gotten them that sat behind us today and they looked pretty good. We told the waitress about our prior exp and asked were they better now. We decided to try them again , asking the waitress that they be fried lightly. She said okay. When the chicken livers came and they were just as bad as before. Cole slaw very dry. Ordered cornbread, waitress brought rolls. What happened to this place? They have updated the restaurant on the inside . Such a shame food is so low quality. read more

Pork tenderloin were everything but tender . We the price of food nowadays why serve something like this. read more

The Local - Diners Near Me - LaFollette, Tennessee

The fried green tomatoes and house made ranch so yummy!!! My catfish and hush puppies were sooooo good. Loved the authentic taste of the turnip greens. Service is wonderful love the atmosphere ! read more

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The worst experience. Ordered bacon cheeseburger with fries and a coke. The burger itself was 7.85 fries $3 and a $3 drink. I was charged $21.85!!!!! That's without zero tip for to go. Myself and my coworkers will not be giving them business any longer. read more

We decided to try it about 3 mos ago. It was delicious, and staff very friendly. We went again a week ago today, and it was excellent again. The only thing is, we ordered take out pies slices , and ordered a coconut crème and lemon meringue. Got home, and got a chocolate, and lemon. Still Was good but I really wanted the coconut read more

Our server was so incredibly helpful and nice. The food was excellent. The restaurant is clean and so welcoming.

Good food. Decent service. School kids taking orders, somewhat a wait for the dancing to pause. Not bad overall for what available in the immediate area. read more

I got the blt and the rest of the fam got chicken salads and a club. All were terrific sandwiches. Don't let the outside deter you! The people are friendly and it was a nice stop from our 8 hour drive back home. Just needs a little music for ambience :D read more

The Local - Blt and chicken salad - Diners Near Me - LaFollette, Tennessee

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Normally our meals have been good at this restaurant. It's a friendly atmosphere. Just what we normally enjoy! That's the only reason for the 3 stars, or it would be 1. However... A friend took us out for a steak dinner after my surgery. My husband ordered the steak. It was the WORST steak ever! Fatty, grisly, and no flavour. There was so much grisl, there was almost no meat. We didn't have a chance to say anything to management at the time. I am surprised the server didn't notice ALL of the cut off, wasted meat parts from the steak. She was young. That accounts for some things. Since that visit, we have explained the situation. "Just tell us next time", was the response. We probably will not order a steak from here again. Thank you very much read more

Stopped in because of the ratings on here while out on a motorcycle ride. We were not disappointed. The food was very good and the service was great as well. We would definitely eat there again. read more

Always a great meal here no matter whether you choose the daily special or one of the regular menu items. Service is great and the staff is very friendly and attentive. Plenty of seating for small and large groups. I eat here for lunch every time I'm in town for business. read more

Ordered the Nashville hot chicken sandwich for a work lunch. It was amazing, and I will dream about it. Came with lettuce but I got it without. Love this place! read more

The Local - a burger and french fries on a plate - Diners Near Me - LaFollette, Tennessee

Ppl r the best courteous kindness to work with food was great service to Cozy restaurant

Cute place - service was really good - lots of variety on the menu and the best homemade ranch dressing!

The service was great the staff was super friendly. The on problem we had with our food was my wife's baked potato needed to be a little more done. We will definitely be back. This is a cool little place to grab a bite to eat. read more

On our way home we stopped in, we had never been. We love this place, thankfully it's close to home. They have wonderful food, really nice atmosphere and service. Give this place a try and you will love it too... our food was top notch! read more

While checking out at Lowes today our cashier recommended the local as a amazing restaurant so my husband and I came in for lunch today - our waitress was a sweetheart and provided us with such great service ! The food was delicious- the restaurant was clean and the prices were totally reasonable! I highly recommend this local restaurant ! read more

Support local and visit this establishment. Great service and great food! Would recommend you give them a try!

All around nice place. Clean, tasty and decent help. Not many great places to eat in Jacksboro but this is one of my favorites.

Great service and great prices. I had the nachos which were great and more than enough to fill you up. We had a very large party and the server was quick and accurate on our order. read more

We stopped on while riding our RZR on the local trails. Yelp reviews are what brought us in. Wow! The prices are so good and the food was fast, hot and yummy!! Don't miss out on this "local" restaurant! read more

On our way from Asheville to Cincinnati we decided to stop for lunch. I opted for the Friday special, salmon cakes, Mac and cheese and deviled eggs(my choice of "one more side"). Hubby had a fried bologna sandwich with fries. We split a slice of coconut cream pie for dessert. Everything was absolutely delicious. The place was clean. Service was fast and friendly. If you're in the area, I would recommend you stop in! read more

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Great burgers! Fast friendly service. Onions rings are the best Ive had in a very long time. Well worth the drive here from the Knoxville area. read more

Some of our food was cold, we ordered the daily special. My 5 year old had the chicken strips and they were fresh, hot & delicious. I would try to eat there again. read more

Great family place. Love their fries! You won't disappoint when trying things here! Haven't tried their desserts yet but they always look good. read more

I ordered the special, meatloaf with cabbage & white beans. Every bite I took was delicious, the meatloaf was just right. The service was good, 6.99 for the special definitely would recommend it. read more

The Local - Diners Near Me - LaFollette, Tennessee

Decided to have lunch there due to many positive reviews. We did need to find a seat by ourselves, but the very friendly waitress showed up very shortly. We ordered fried catfish and salmon patties. The food are tasty. We are pretty happy with not only the southern style cuisine, but southern hospitality as well. read more

SO SO SO very happy that this place opened up! The former restaurant, that had a very similar menu, was a favorite of mine. The new owners have really taken that old success and built on it. read more

We ate the chicken and dumplings and they were great. The service was great also. Definitely need to stop in. Unfortunately they are closed on the weekend but every one needs some time off. read more

I've only eaten here twice since it opened as The Local. I have to say both times were pretty good. I was really expecting your typical frozen food ordered from some company. But I was impressed. The 2nd time I got the Country Fried Steak which they call beef steak I believe. I was honestly expecting a frozen patty but it was actually a hand bread and seasoned beef steak. It was really good. As long as it remains consistent unlike a lot of country diners then it should do fine in LaFollette. read more