Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

Really good food with a laid-back vibe. Great menu selection. I got the smothered chicken, mac and cheese, and salad. I was impressed with the flavor. My son got the kids cheeseburger with mac and cheese and cleaned his plate. They asked about reservations, but it didn't seem like a place you'd need reservations for. I'm assuming they get really busy during peak times. Our waitress was kind and attentive.

Awesome find! The food is phenomenal. We ordered a mimosa flight. I loved it. Not hubby's thing. More for me. He had the meatloaf with onion rings and cheese grits. The best grits, hands-down. I ordered the whiskey and onion smash burger with the potatoes. The food must had done a number on the hubs. He was talking about the complexities of the flavor...funny...but true. Can't go wrong with their menu. Something for everyone. The atmosphere is southern and modern. Great color palette and spacious.

Reminds you of First Watch. Great server, Moni was her name! The fried green tomatoes were served on a bed of grits with some type of sauce around the rim. The tomatoes were fried perfectly! Slithers of oregano was on top of the tomatoes. All of the flavors went well together. The grits were lacking something (perhaps salt). We also had a Mountain Morning Bowl which was tasty and the sweet potato pancake with bacon. The sweet potatoe pancake was amazing! What’s Brunch without mimosas? We would eat here again!

Tupelo Honey in Franklin is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you know you’re in for something special. We started with the panko-crusted fried green tomatoes, and let me just say—perfection. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor. They set the tone for the entire meal. The sweet & spicy fried chicken and waffles with sriracha honey is next-level good. The balance of spice and sweetness is spot on—crispy, juicy chicken paired with fluffy waffles that soak up all that honey goodness. For something comforting, the sweet potato pancake is a must-try. It’s oversized, warm, and packed with flavor. Topped with spiced pecans, powdered sugar, and whipped butter—it feels like a hug on a plate. We also loved the Tupelo shrimp & grits. They were creamy, rich, and authentic with a perfect Southern flair. And don’t overlook the Mountain Morning Bowl—a hearty combination of sunny-side up eggs, rosemary parmesan crispy potatoes, cheddar, apple cider bacon, green tomato salsa, red pepper sauce, and stone-ground goat cheese grits. Every bite is filling and layered with flavor. This is the kind of place where you’ll want to slow down and savor every dish. The flavors are bold, balanced, and crafted with care. If you’re anywhere near Franklin, do yourself a favor and stop in—you won’t regret it!

Smothered chicken was good, surf and turf was ok, for the love of Cobb salad with steak(the steak was gray and nasty), the chicken ceaser(go to Chik-fil-a)and the chicken melt aight. We were traveling through and stopped and wished we didn’t.

The food and service were great. No wait for lunch. Our server Spencer made suggestions and checked on us multiple times. We had fried green tomatoes and the avocado melt with roasted crispy potatoes.

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

I’ll first off by saying that this establishment does support the troops by providing a 10% military discount and we will definitely be back. The food and drinks were especially good. The vibe is fantastic so please come and check em out. The parking is free and there is plenty of it. We have a F250 so parking is especially important for us.