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Family-owned pit barbecue on Eastern Star Road. All meats smoked in-house with a loyal local following. Known for brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and house-made sauces. Rated 4.4 stars and beloved by Kingsport for its no-frills, all-flavor approach.

Downtown smokehouse serving brisket, pulled pork, chicken and wings with Southern sides like fried green tomatoes and sweet potato soufflé, plus a craft beer and cocktail bar.

Long-running Kingsport barbecue spot with meats hickory-smoked for 24 hours, flame-grilled Black Angus burgers and house-made sauces and chips.

Family barbecue joint known for ribs, pulled pork and brisket, a big lineup of homemade sauces (try the spicy Yellow Jacket) and Southern sides.

A Kingsport fixture in Fort Henry Mall since 1978. Authentic Italian pizza made fresh daily with Napolitana thick or Siciliana thin crusts, hot and cold subs, pasta, salads, and house specialties. Fast, friendly service and consistently delicious — nearly 50 years of local loyalty.

Scratch-made pizza plus Kingsport's only full-scale arcade — 50+ games, a prize counter, billiards and a craft beer bar. Great for families.

Authentic Thai cuisine served right on the Holston River with Greenbelt access. From Hot Basil and Fresh Ginger stir-fries to rich Red and Yellow Curries, Pad Thai, and crispy crab rangoon — all in a warm, rustic space with exposed wood beams and a hand-painted chalkboard menu.

A local favorite for Thai classics and sushi, with dine-in, takeout and delivery. Regulars rave about the Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles and Panang Curry.

A casual, family-run spot for California-style Mexican food made fresh to order — the owner often greets diners and makes guacamole tableside.

Family-friendly Mexican restaurant on Broad Street with generous portions, fair prices and daily food and margarita specials.

A classic American steakhouse serving aged prime and choice steaks, chops, ribs and seafood, with a full bar of craft cocktails and wine. Reservations are available online.

Locally owned, casual seafood house serving fried and broiled favorites like whitefish, baby shrimp, deviled crab, perch and clams.

A Kingsport original born in 1956 and named the Best Fast Food in Tennessee by Food & Wine. The intentionally simple menu features 100% pure ground beef Sauceburgers, all-meat hot dogs, the legendary seasoned Frenchie Fries™, and fresh-steeped tea — sweet or unsweet, plus Peachie and Razzie twists. A regional cult favorite with a loyal following.

Down-home burger joint with beef ground fresh daily and hand-formed patties — the pork is smoked and the bacon cut in-house.

A Kingsport family tradition since 1938. Famous for their crispy, juicy fried chicken made with premium local non-GMO chicken — served with Texas toast, a fresh pickle slice, and two sides. Over 85 years of homemade comfort food.

A family-friendly country diner serving hearty Southern breakfasts and down-home lunch plates in a welcoming, small-town atmosphere.

A longtime Kingsport diner famous for big, juicy burgers — including a 2-pound burger challenge — plus hot dogs, sandwiches, burritos, quesadillas and fries. Casual, filling and a local favorite.

A downtown artisan bakery and coffee shop inside a fine art gallery featuring local artists — scones, cinnamon rolls, croissants and danishes baked in-house.

Bright café for acai and superfood bowls, protein smoothies, toasts, cold brew and matcha, with rotating seasonal specials.

Women-owned downtown chocolatier making handcrafted truffles, chocolate bars and chocolate-covered treats. Its mission is employing women in recovery, and profits benefit children's charities.