Tennessee knows a thing or two about hearty meals that feed both body and soul. From Memphis to the Smoky Mountains, the Volunteer State’s buffet restaurants offer some of the most authentic Southern cooking you’ll find anywhere. These all-you-can-eat havens serve up the classics that define comfort food in this region – crispy fried chicken, slow-cooked greens, fluffy biscuits, and sweet cobblers that taste just like grandma used to make.
Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store — Jackson’s Historic Gem
Walking into Brooks Shaw’s feels like stepping back in time. This rustic, converted country store has been serving up authentic Southern fare for generations, earning its place as a Tennessee institution.
The buffet spreads across wooden tables beneath vintage memorabilia, offering golden-brown fried chicken with crispy exteriors and juicy centers. Don’t miss their famous catfish, slow-simmered collard greens with pot likker, or the cornbread that strikes that perfect balance between sweet and savory…