Top Best American Restaurants in Franklin

We've collected top 10 mentioned american restaurants in Franklin from other articles such as AFAR Media, Cherokee, NC, Visit NC Smokies.

Top Best American Restaurants in Franklin

Granny's Kitchen
Granny's Kitchen
4.2 (2447 ratings)
Casual diner with a lunch & dinner buffet stocked with rotating selections of Southern classics.
1098 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Down home cooking restaurantAmerican restaurantBox lunch supplierRestaurantSteak house
Sassy Sunflowers Bakery & Cafe
Sassy Sunflowers Bakery & Cafe
4.5 (365 ratings)
Easygoing café serving sandwiches, soups, & salads in a bright yellow space with casual interiors.
1655 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
American restaurantBakeryBistroBrunch restaurantCoffee shopJuice shopSandwich shop
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Ruth's Chris Steak House
4.3 (574 ratings)
Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting
777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Steak houseAmerican restaurantCatererFine dining restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Pizza Inn Carryout
Pizza Inn Carryout
3.5 (700 ratings)
Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.
920 Tsalagi Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Pizza restaurantAmerican restaurantChicken wings restaurantDessert shopFamily restaurantPasta shopPizza TakeoutSalad shop
Little Princess Restaurant
Little Princess Restaurant
3.3 (149 ratings)
1623 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
American restaurantIce cream shop
Frogs Leap Public House
Frogs Leap Public House
4.6 (334 ratings)
Rustic dining pub serving locally focused twists on classic Southern food, plus creative cocktails.
44 Church St, Waynesville, NC 28786, USA
American restaurantBar & grillPubRestaurant
Mentioned by Visit NC Smokies
6 Most Romantic Restaurants in the NC Smokies | Blog
"You’ll find this excellent date night spot located right next door to Chef’s Table. Frogs Leap takes local, sustainable, organic ingredients to create special dishes that are as vibrant as they are tasty. If you’re looking to spend your evening ordering round after round of shareables and cocktails, this is the place for you!"
Bourbon Barrel Beef & Ale
Bourbon Barrel Beef & Ale
4.5 (427 ratings)
Casual steakhouse offering American fare made with carefully sourced ingredients & local microbrews.
454 Hazelwood Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786, USA
American restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurantSandwich shopSteak house
Mentioned by Visit NC Smokies
6 Most Romantic Restaurants in the NC Smokies | Blog
"Sitting in the Hazelwood district of Waynesville is Bourbon Barrel Beef & Ale, where they’re serving up hand-cut steaks, perfectly cooked burgers and rich flavors stuffed into every plate of American comfort food. The secret to their success is definitely in their ingredients: everything here is locally sourced and sustainable. The friendly, casual atmosphere makes this the place to head if you’re looking for a relaxing date with hearty portions sizes bursting with flavor."
Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets
3.5 (78 ratings)
Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.
777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Hamburger restaurantAmerican restaurantDance restaurantDinerFamily restaurantLunch restaurantNew American restaurantRestaurantTraditional American restaurant
Waffle House
Waffle House
4 (1384 ratings)
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
112 Cherokee Crossing, Whittier, NC 28789, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantDinerFamily restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
The Bistro at the Everett Hotel
The Bistro at the Everett Hotel
4.8 (461 ratings)
Seasonal American fare plus wine & local beer at this plank-walled tavern inside the Everett Hotel.
16 Everett St, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
BistroAmerican restaurantRestaurant

Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Franklin

Indian Creek Falls
Indian Creek Falls
4.8 (367 ratings)4.5 (65 ratings)
Indian Creek Trail, Bryson City, NC 28713
WaterfallNature & Parks
Mentioned by Hiking In The Smokys
Best Easy Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park | Easy Smokies Hikes
"Hikers will reach Indian Creek Falls via the Deep Creek Trail, which was one of the first trails constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early 1930s. In addition to visiting the 45-foot waterfall, hikers will also pass by the 80-foot Toms Branch Falls along the way. This is another great hike for early spring wildflowers."
Juney Whank Falls
Juney Whank Falls
4.7 (286 ratings)4.5 (97 ratings)
Juney Whank Falls Trail, Bryson City, NC 28713
WaterfallNature & Parks
Unto These Hills, Outdoor Drama
Unto These Hills, Outdoor Drama
4.7 (604 ratings)
688 Drama Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Theater productionCultural centerHistorical landmark

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Franklin

Sweet Onion
Sweet Onion
4.6 (1125 ratings)
Creative, upscale renditions of Southern comfort cooking served in a cozy brick-walled space.
39 Miller St, Waynesville, NC 28786, USA
Family restaurantRestaurant
Wize Guyz Grille
Wize Guyz Grille
4.4 (1111 ratings)
Comfy, counter-serve, family-owned joint with New York-style pizza, burgers & other old-school eats.
68 Big Cove Rd #8, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Bar & grillHamburger restaurantPizza restaurantRestaurant
Newfound Lodge Restaurant
Newfound Lodge Restaurant
3.8 (536 ratings)
Simple, river-adjacent stop offering American breakfast, buffet options & salad bar.
1303 Tsali Boulevard Hwy 441 N, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
RestaurantBuffet restaurant

Cheap Places to Eat in Franklin

Burger King
Burger King
3.4 (821 ratings)
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes, plus breakfast.
US-441, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
RestaurantFast food restaurant
Lee Garden
Lee Garden
3.2 (145 ratings)
16 Cherokee Hospital Loop, Whittier, NC 28789, USA
Chinese restaurant
Wize Guyz Grille
Wize Guyz Grille
4.4 (1111 ratings)
Comfy, counter-serve, family-owned joint with New York-style pizza, burgers & other old-school eats.
68 Big Cove Rd #8, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
Bar & grillHamburger restaurantPizza restaurantRestaurant

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