Food was great, but service was outstanding. Brought us back for a second visit while on vacation. Shout out to Zaid and Phillip

This place is absolutely worth the wait if ever there is one. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Always a fun atmosphere, can be a little loud at times.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service can also be a bit slow as they are never anything but packed!! So have some patience when you go, but be ready for the food! Get the chicken tortilla soup as an entree, and get the blueberry biscuits with jam and the whipped honey butter. You can thank me later. Place is awesome! read more

I've had good experiences here before, but this visit was disappointing. I did enjoy the goat cheese grits and my partner loved his chicken and waffles. I thought I was safe ordering the garden omelet, but it was not what I expected. The Swiss cheese was served as a large unmelted piece rather than melted or incorporated into the omelet, there was barely any spinach, and the avocado did not taste fresh. The vegetables also seemed to be placed on top rather than mixed into the omelet. I ended up not eating the omelet because it wasn't enjoyable. I brought my concerns to the staff's attention, but no solution was offered--no remake, replacement, or adjustment to the bill. I understand mistakes happen, but I was especially disappointed by how the situation was handled. Good service can often make up for a mistake, but in this case I left feeling unheard, frustrated, and hungry. read more

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First, the service- Our waiter, Z, had awesome service! Really took time to connect and answer questions! Second, the food- I enjoyed my fried chicken, although I wish the honey dusting was a bit more pronounced. The goat cheese grits were superb. The blueberry cold brew was amazing! Sweet, but not too sweet! I got the banana pudding to go and am currently enjoying it in my hotel room! It's delicious! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Blue(berry) Ridge Mtn Cold Brew - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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Super cute place which accommodated our large group of 10 kids and 8 adults! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had so much space, service was quick, they have a cute outdoor patio and waiter was super friendly![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drinks are tasty, happy hour menu super affordable and they have a bunch of other specials too! Kids meals are large portions for very reasonable prices! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Classic Chicken* & Waffles - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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Taste: 4/5 Value: 4/5 [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance: 5/5[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tupelo Honey has a really good selection of Southern-inspired dishes and generous portions. The food tasted pretty good across the board, nothing amazing but all good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What really stood out to me was how well the restaurant seems to cater to big groups, the space and service felt really accommodating, making it a great spot for a big family gathering or a work get-together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a relaxed, group-friendly place with tasty food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The biscuits and crispy Brussels sprouts were great. I also tried the chicken breast and it was a savory meal. Want the biggest fan of the green beans and mac and cheese was okay. The server was nice and food came out quick and fresh. read more

They didn't have pulled pork left at 5:30. The fried chicken was marginal. I had to ask twice for ranch dressing while our server was gabbing in the kitchen. Two of us ordered the shrimp and grits. Both said the dinner was served lukewarm. I know this is a very popular place in Franklin. I guess we might've hit it on a off night. There are lots of other places to try. read more

There's brunch, and then there's *brunch*. It's one thing to have a lunch menu, and throw in eggs and mimosas. It's quite another thing to put a lot of creativity and effort into what you're serving. That's what Tupelo Honey gives you: *brunch*. I ordered an omelette with steak, cheddar, and mushroom. This was a thick, fold over kind of omelette, stuffed with the filling. You get to customize your own omelette here, with plenty of choices. The steak was good, but nothing compared to the steak in my wife's steak and eggs. Wow was that good. The crispy potatoes were absurdly good. Made with a touch of rosemary and Parmesan cheese, I found myself going "mmm, mmm" with each bite. Less great were the cheesy grits, which were merely OK. But, that was still better than the biscuits, which I ordered and never received. The Bloody Mary was terrific. Just enough spice, with olives and bacon to make it a meal in a glass. My wife's peach mimosa was also very good. If I come back for lunch or dinner, I see that they have a fully stocked bar with plenty of draft beer selections. The service wasn't great. I ordered a large Bloody Mary, and got a regular sized one. The kitchen messed up my friend's vegan sausage (twice) but he liked what they eventually brought out. At least the food came out fairly quickly. I like the care with which they assemble the meals, and I would definitely come back here for brunch. I would also be willing to try Tupelo Honey for any meal, for that matter. The mediocre service took away from things a bit, but not enough to keep me away. read more

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My first experience at Tupelo was in Knoxville and I loved it. I took some out of town friends to the Franklin location and it didn't disappoint! Great service from Alex. Very friendly and attentive. One of my friends is Gluten Free and he was quite pleased with the options he had. I did the fried chicken with green beans and cheese grits. My wife did the salmon. Can't wait to return! Nice sized servings and prices as well. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Pan Seared Salmon - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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Omg. Came for Brunch. This place was soo good. The best Chicken and Waffles. Beautifully plated and great tasting. Yummy.. Big selection. Plenty of parking. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Outside tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a great visit in the fall to sit out side to enjoy some great food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was top notch. The fried chicken was so good with the fried taters. read more

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Hmm... it was good enough to go back and try another item on the menu, but I was expecting more. Maybe had I went with no expectations, then I might have given 5 stars. The burger was just okay. Good burger, but nothing spectacular... worth $15? Not again... I will stick with the chicken and waffles. We had the dark meat with the sweet & spicy sauce in the side. Wish we got the half bird because it was fried perfectly. Enjoyed the light crispy crunch and juicy interior. Definitely will try it with the original next time. For a starter, we had the brussel sprouts. It was good with a little bit of the sauce, but I'm not a fan of blue cheese. That bit of crumble stayed on the plate drowning in the orange-colored gravy / sauce. Hubby enjoyed his free refills of Coca-Cola. lol That isn't as common nowadays. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Gracie isn't a name I've heard since 8th grade. She was fantastic and very likeable! We liked the updated interior and simple decor... felt comfortable like going to a friend's house. Simple menu. Their chicken and potatoes are the shining star! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Whiskey & Onion Smash Burger with Beer Battered Onion Rings* - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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I really had high expectations for Tupelo after seeing the great reviews. My shrimp and grits looked really good but it didn't taste that great. Not sure if there was chorizo in it but it was saturated in oil. My husband's hot chicken and waffles made up for it. That was really spicy and good. Our waitress seemed really rushed though. We ordered banana pudding and that was really runny. Flavor was there but it definitely needed to set. I have to say Our drinks were great. read more

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This was a new breakfast spot for us in Franklin. The location is super convenient since it's right across the street from the hotel we stay at many times. The restaurant is very large and for those not strolling in from the hotel, there's plenty of parking. The food was excellent! I really enjoyed the Farmhouse Breakfast Platter with grits. Like most places in the Nashville area, the biscuits were great. There were 9 of us at breakfast, including 2 kids, and we all thought the food and service was very good! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

A cute brunch spot conveniently located near a few hotels and offices. I came for dinner and was surprised that the menu seemed to be the same as a normal brunch menu (lots of breakfast items / mimosas on the dinner menu). I ordered the original fried chicken (breast and two legs). The fried chicken was really good but it came out extremely fast and had the texture / temp like it had been sitting under a warmer for awhile. Had this been fresh, it would have been amazing and gotten an extra star or two. The Mac and cheese was pretty good with a Cajun / tomato undertone. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall, if back in the area I would make an effort to try other places over this. However, I am guessing their brunch is better than dinner (it kind of felt like leftover vibes for a late meal). That being said, if you're staying in a local hotel and looking for a decent enough meal nearby it's definitely an option that will satiate modest expectations. read more

As a business traveler depend on Yelp for restaurant choices. In Nashville from DC decided to go here for lunch around 12:30. Tried to order Parmesan fries but wait person said they were out. Ordered their signature menu item the fried chicken and she returned minutes later to declare they are out of fried chicken. Also ordered biscuits and never made it to table. Two points to make: how can they be out of their signature fried chicken? Why didn't the waitress already know ? Ended up with the most boring cob salad and tasteless chicken breast. Additionally, not busy at all but very slow at serving drinks and food. Great disappointment and felt bad for insisting to coworker Yelp has high rating for this restaurant. read more

My dad and I recently visited Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar while on a Spring Break daddy-daughter trip. Orange Cinnamon Roll Old Fashioned: I love a good Old Fashioned, so I knew I wanted to try this. It was definitely sweeter than most Old Fashioneds, but the taste was very flavorful. The cinnamon syrup truly came through and the brown sugar rim (or maybe it was raw sugar) was a nice twist. Famous Fried Green Tomatoes: This appetizer order came with 3 fried green tomatoes atop a plate of heirloom grits, drizzled with roasted red pepper sauce. The grits were super creamy and flavorful, and paired well with the fried green tomatoes. The tomatoes added the perfect amount of crunch and "tang" along with the roasted red pepper sauce. Bourbon Peppercorn Glazed Meatloaf: I was very intrigued by this meatloaf because of the combination of beef and chorizo. Let me tell you, it was a very meaty meatloaf, but it was well-seasoned and cooked perfectly. The bourbon glaze gave a nice hint of sweetness. The meatloaf came with 2 sides, and I selected the Rosemary & Parmesan Crispy Potatoes and Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels Sprouts. The potatoes were super crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and were generously seasoned with rosemary. The brussels sprouts were awesome. This was a LARGE meal, so I had more than enough to take home for leftovers. My Dad tried the Comfort Duo: a classic grilled cheese and tomato soup. There was nothing left on his plate at the end of the meal, so I think it is safe to say he enjoyed it. The restaurant is HUGE, so they can accommodate larger-sized parties. The service was friendly and swift. Kudos to them for a wonderful experience! #ImNotAFoodie #ImJustAGirlWhoLovesFood #YelpEliteSquad read more

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Chicken and waffles very good Natalie server did a great job as our server [[HIGHLIGHT]]Environment is clean and able to have normal conversation[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

First time dining for dinner and it was decent. Portion sizes were average for the price range. Onion ring appetizer was about ten bucks and was enough for two people to get a few. Smashburger was average, was a little dry and flavorless. My wife had the sweet and spicy chicken sandwich and she enjoyed it with a side of macaroni and cheese. Service was decent, but there was a large function so I wouldn't rate it given it was not the normal night. Glad we got a chance to try, not sure I'd return. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Menu - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Tupelo Honey was the (almost) perfect birthday lunch spot. Although the menu is mostly giving brunch they do have a few good lunch/dinner options. They weren't too busy for a Friday lunch so my dad and I were seated quickly. They had open patio seating but we chose a booth inside. The service was great and offered good recommendations. We ordered the fried green tomatoes as a starter and they tasted sooo good! The standout was the red pepper coulis and the hot crispy tomatoes of course! My only complain about this dish was that the coulis and the grits were a lukewarm. For entrees I got the blackened Mahi with rosemary and Parmesan crispy potatoes and my dad got the Smokey mountain flat iron with Brussel sprouts. The Mahi was definitely a star! Juicy, flakey, and swimming in a lukewarm basil citrus butter sauce. Again I wish the sauce was hot it just brings the dish together. My dad's steak was ordered medium it came out extremely pink. My dad is not one to send food back but he had to this time. The staff was very kind about it and worked on bringing him a replacement steak. Sadly the new and cooked to perfection new steak took about 30 minutes to arrive and did not come out with the sauce that was supposed to go on it. Literally a lonely steak on the plate. Considering how the first steak was incorrect on their part I would've appreciated a bit more intent in getting the replacement served properly. All in all, it was a nice lunch. Would definitely recommend if you're in the Franklin area. read more

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If I could give this place a 0 I would. As a black woman walking into an establishment where no one else looks like me to be told there is an hour and a half wait with over the restaurant almost COMPLETELY empty is very disheartening. My mother and I came from across the street at the courtyard hotel and were told we cannot be seated and were never offered the bar. The manager Jamie, after a call to speak with her explained "they love" seating people and accommodation but they have so many coming "in the next hour and a half" meanwhile we are present, money in hand, unable to be accommodated. Two people turned away from an EMPTY restaurant in order to accommodate individuals who haven't even arrived. Since there was no space in the empty place for us, I will take up plenty space in their reviews to ensure everyone knows about Jamie and her condescending attitude and inability to seat at an empty restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I can't tell you about the food, or the ambiance, but I can tell you it was empty and we didn't get to experience it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Incredibly slow. Inattentive staff. Quality of food has declined dramatically. Once a neighborhood gem, this one seems to have run its course. We spent the back half of dinner (after waiting for food for 70 minutes) discussing what restaurants we would like to see take over the space when this one inevitably closes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Of note, the Little Hats restaurant and the Handel's ice cream shop next door were both slammed with customers, while this sinking ship had about 12 customers the whole time we were there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] At one point, I considered having Door Dash deliver a Little Hats pizza to our table here, just to make a point. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Shoo Mercy Omelette with taters and a side of BACON - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Went on a Friday early evening and it wasn't busy. Hostess was great! Our server Brody was great also and they both get 4 stars! Bummed to find out their Happy Hour is now Monday-Thursday only. I was there back in December and used to be Fridays. Pretty good HH menu. Cocktails were good and biscuits look dry but they aren't. Really good biscuits, however their jelly component was meh. Not great, very syrupy and won't stick to the biscuit. So had honey instead and butter was hard as a rock. Definitely get Fried Green Tomato's- delicious and fried well and comes with grits. Wish they added more of the sauce. Now the issue we had was that entrees didn't come out till 30-35 mins after the biscuits. That's a long time and honestly the place didn't crowd up till after our order was in for like 15 mins. They say said it was because Fried Chicken takes time however I have been to plenty of restaurants where it's their specialty and that's not the case. The chicken was great along with the fried okra and Rosemary potatoes. However we asked for dark chicken and got a leg, thigh and a chicken breast (white). At that pt we just wanted to have dinner and didn't want to bring it up. Kiddo liked his waffles and bacon. Bacon was good and so were waffles. Great portion for a kid. Overcharged $1 for the milk, but didn't bring it up. Good food, service but just issues with how long it took to get our meal. Despite that would be back but probably be back. read more

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Food was ok. Service, not that great It was a bit awkward and our waitress was not representing well ...but we tried to enjoy. read more

Good and service very poor. Chicken was overcooked, burnt. Very dry. Very disappointing for what I paid read more

Food was good. Service was not. We had a table of 9 call ahead for lunch while in town for a business conference. Once we arrived they said they didn't get our reservation, but could accommodate us. It was empty since we arrived shortly after opening so we were sat right away. A lot of things we had to go to the bar to grab or ask another server. However, once we all got our meals the food was good. No complaints on any of the meals just wish our server was more attentive. read more

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Definitely not work the money! Service was poor and the chicken was raw and the server acted like we were nothing him. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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The restaurant itself was nice and clean. The staff members were very friendly and helpful. However the food fell flat. It was a long wait on the food even though it wasn't busy which wasn't that big of the problem but our food was nothing like we expected. Surf and turf tasted like a roast. Salmon was decent with little seasoning and didn't taste fresh. The Mac and cheese was very bland. the collard greens were TOUGH. However the peach don't kill my vibe was a save. That was the best thing I had. Honestly if I hadn't just driven almost 4 hours I would have left and gotten something else. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Braised Bacon Collards - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great environment, food was delicious![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Hot chicken was perfectly done. And grits with goat cheese is amazing g read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Asheville Hot Chicken & Ranch Melt and Grits - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

SWEETER THAN ITS NAMESAKE !! Last nite in Tennessee before returning home, and what better send off than the Delicious 'For a Cause' biscuits and Jam, small cup of delightful Tomato Bisque soup and of course topped off with Beautiful Banana Pudding!!!! WHAAAAATTTTT YOU SAY?? I can return to less phenomenal food when I get home again - but my memories of this spectacular send off will NEVER EVER fade‼ The service and ambiance were equally superior- This is SUCH a special place!!!! read more

We had our reservation for 12:15. Didn't get greeted or asked for drinks for about a half hour. No server even checked their section that we were in that is not proactive enough for service. And we didn't get our food until 1:35. The food was a mess when it came out all confused. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The floor wasn't even busy when we arrived.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I wrote this at the table after food came out so unsure on the rest. Come at your own risk. read more

Conveniently located near shops and the hotel area. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The entrance is located in a welcoming open area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]As you step into the small lobby the bar is to the left with tables to the left.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Subtlety well lit with a cozy overall feel this is a niche bar/restaurant that is worth a look.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Arrived at predominantly empty restaurant to be told an hour and a half wait is ludicrous. We were a huge party of 2. WHAT. Jaimie the manager said within an hour or so they would have large parties so they couldn't accommodate my daughter and I. Crazy work so we actually went to Big Bad Breakfast which was crowded by the way, that sat us in 25 minutes. read more

I have been to 2 of their locations so far, in both locations the service was fast and efficient and the food was on point. This last time I stopped in the Franklin,TN location while there on business. I ordered the Salmon Benedict, enjoyed the meal and coffee was hot & fresh (always a good thing). read more

The fried green tomatoes and the biscuits were great to start with! I had the shrimp and grits and itwere delicious! Possibly best I have ever had. read more

The atmosphere was great. Very relaxing. The good was good. I got the chicken tenders and onion rings. It came with three dipping sauce and it was wonderful. Our server was very attentive. read more

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Dana and I were in Franklin and stopped for the first time at Tupelo Honey Restaurant. Wow, how do we describe this Restaurant? Epic, unbelievably Fantastic, worth the drive from anywhere. All the food impeccably prepared. Service was outstanding from the hostess seating us and server Eleanna was flawless in taking care of our table like we were special guest even though they were packed. Then the food was indescribable with just words, yes it was that good. We started with their famous fried green tomatoes panko-crusted fried* green tomatoes, basil, roasted red pepper couis, stone-ground goat cheese grits Wow. Then Dana ordered tupelo's shrimp & grits white gulf shrimp, chorizo pork sausage, peperonata, creole sauce, scallions, stone- ground goat cheese grits Wow. Steven ordered whiskey & onion smash burger two, quarter pound beet patilies, creamy whiskey & onion gravy, cheddar,pickles, potało bun, Wow. Couldn't do desert, way too full. Food was fantastic good. Can't wait to go back. Thank you all. read more

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The food was fantastic! I had the blackened mahi mahi with the cursory potatoes and collard greens. However, our server negatively impacted our experience--he wasn't attentive, and we had to follow up on our drinks. Our food arrived before the appetizer we ordered, and we didn't even have silverware, which took longer than it should have to receive after requesting it. We ultimately had to ask other servers for assistance. Service plays a major role in the dining experience, so I hope it improves if I decide to visit again. read more

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We came for lunch and were blown away by the flavor and portions. The avocado sandwich with mac & cheese and Caesar salad was both tasty and generously sized. The half fried chicken was incredibly juicy with crispy, flavorful breading, and the fried potatoes were the perfect side. The mac & cheese, Easily one of the best I've had in Nashville. A must-try spot! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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