Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

It's nice to be pleasantly surprised. Especially when trying a restaurant for the first time. A friend suggested Tupelo Honey and I'm glad she did. My two friends had breakfast for dinner (which is always nice when you can get it), but when my eyes landed on the meat loaf on the menu, I knew what I was going to have. Surprise number one: the meat loaf was a mini loaf, and not slices of a larger one. I've done this at home for my family and I feel it is the superior approach. Also, it was perfectly done. It is too easy to overcook a meatloaf. Two: it was not a ketchup based sauce. There may have been ketchup in it, but it clearly was not the dominant flavor. Definitely more savory than sweet and quite delicious. Surprise number three: collard greens. Made with bacon, they were very good and did not have the bitterness of spinach. This was the first time I had tried collard greens and I will have them again. And finally, outstanding potatoes. Crunchy and delicious on the outside they were the perfect complement to the meatloaf and collard greens. And all of this with reasonable pricing. Should my friends choose to desert me in the future I'm sure I will still return.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

Brought a family member from Michigan here, for a taste of Southern Cuisine. Tupelo did not disappoint….Fried Green Tomatoes , Smashburger and more. So delish!!!