Where to Eat in Smithville: The Best Restaurants and Bars

April 14, 2018 Etsuko Causey

Smithville is a city in DeKalb County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 4,530 at the 2010 census, up from 3,994 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of DeKalb County. Smithville is home to the Smithville Fiddler's Jamboree, which it has hosted annually since 1972.
Things to do in Smithville

1. Los Lobos Mexican Restaurant

106 E Broad St, Smithville, TN 37166-1911 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Mexican Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
52%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 33 reviews

Los Lobos Mexican Restaurant

Reviewed By KeithHruza - Ashland, New Hampshire

this chimichanga seems to want to be an enchilada--never seen one as small and unenthusiastic as this. Usually at Mexican restaurants I order a combo or a la carte as an attempt to stay away from rice and beans, but this time it didn't work--the people who got a full meal (loads of rice and beans) did better.

2. Smithville donuts

306 W Broad St, Smithville, TN 37166-1638 Takeout, Seating Breakfast
Excellent
69%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 19 reviews

Smithville donuts

Reviewed By fultonriverandrew - Chicago, Illinois

When in Smithville I'd highly suggest stopping by this local gem. The donuts were all made fresh on very good. It's easy to miss this place the signage isn't great.

3. White Possum

1060 W Broad St, Smithville, TN 37166-2501 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American Lunch, Dinner +1 615-597-9009
Excellent
48%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 58 reviews

White Possum

Reviewed By republicstands - Marion, Illinois

Went to Smithville, TN for a weekend vacation. NOTHING is there. Caney Fork River is nice. Beautiful scenery. BUT, The White Possum (the only restaurant)....first of all it was 92 degrees outside and 80 inside this sweat shop. You don't need to worry about getting cold food due to the ambient temp inside the restaurant. The food was delicious if you don't mind eating in your underwear or mankini. It's as fancy as 30 yr old trailer park that has a broken lawn mower. Regardless of the scorching heat that would cause Satan to ask for a glass of water the food was really good. Also, they asked that we make reservations, not sure why.....

4. Dairy Queen

303 W Broad St, Smithville, TN 37166-1622 +1 615-597-5545
Excellent
75%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Reviewed By Scwhite9 - Lebanon, Tennessee

The $5.00 menu at Dairy Queen is the best. Not only do you get the meat (I had chicken strips), but fries, drink, and a small Sundae.

5. China Garden

130 Walmart Dr, Smithville, TN 37166-1157 Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Chinese, Asian Lunch, Dinner +1 615-215-9001
Excellent
59%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Reviewed By fultonriverandrew - Chicago, Illinois

Friendly place serves decent Chinese food fast and cheap. Not the best Chinese food but definitely the best in the area. And if you need a break from all the heavy food typically found in Tennessee this is a good choice

6. Kilgore's

2595 Nashville Hwy, Smithville, TN 37166-7259 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
28%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
10%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 28 reviews

Kilgore's

Reviewed By Mary D - Smithville, Tennessee, United States

Excellent food choice if your looking for local atmosphere & good cookin'. So popular with the locals that on Friday this establishment puts a message on their phone number with the all you can eat choice. Locals line up for the fish fry friday and more.

7. El Rancho

1101 W Broad St, Smithville, TN 37166-2504 Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican Dinner +1 615-597-4272
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Reviewed By lesliemc - Dunlap, Tennessee

We come here regularly with friends. The beer is cold, the chips are crisp, and the salsa is fresh. The tamales are very good. The burritos can be stuffed with whatever you want which is great for the wanna be vegetarians and meat eaters. This is a family establishment and they make us feel welcome when we come in. They are usually busy but there always seems to be a table.

8. Angie's Diner

918 W Broad St, Smithville, TN 37166-1012 American Breakfast, Lunch +1 615-597-4488
Excellent
37%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8 reviews

Reviewed By tome673 - Walling, Tennessee

Brought our son and his wife and 5 kids here for breakfast as they headed back to AR after a good weekend enjoying the 2017 eclipse. We ordered a variety of eggs cooked various ways, sausage, bacon, biscuits and gravy, French toast, toast and coffee. All the food and drinks were very good. Even though there were just 2 people working, the service was fast and our drinks were kept full. It is definitely a local favorite. I'm sure we will be back.

9. Fish Lipz Grill

6323 Jefferson Rd, Smithville, TN 37166-5503 Seafood +1 615-597-4807
Excellent
37%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8 reviews

Reviewed By lesliemc - Dunlap, Tennessee

Out on Centerhill Lake in our boat with good friends. Had not been here in about a year and interested in checking out their new menu. As vegetarians it is never easy to eat out in local spots but you can usually find only one choice other than a salad (and one of us cannot eat pasta). Fish Lipz came through. Good veggieburger. One of my friends was still talking about his fish tacos the next day. Bar with a limited beer selection due to only being open on weekends. Good boat docking with new rubber stipping. At night they have bands and it appears to be a place that rocks.

10. Sundance

107 E Main St, Smithville, TN 37166-1417
Excellent
44%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7 reviews

Sundance

Reviewed By 4bird1 - Kingston Springs, Tennessee

Popular small town cafe that, to my knowledge, does not have a printed menu. A hand written chalkboard by the entrance says it all. My lunch today was Salmon Croquettes, maybe the first time with no sauce, California casserole, hideous to view but tasted ok, slaw, iced tea and a wonderful Tropical Cake. Dessert saved the day. A large party arrived and service was affected adversely, but that happens. A return visit is not likely, but if it happened dessert would be my selection.

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