🍔 Laurie’s Local Food Find: Eighth & Main – Columbia, TN 🍔

After hearing so many people rave about Eighth & Main, we finally made it over to try it for ourselves!

Funny story… we kept looking down Highway 31 because around here we all seem to call that “Main Street” too! 😂 It finally dawned on us that they meant South Main. Oops! LOL

First impression? Very welcoming atmosphere. You walk in and order at the counter, then head upstairs where there are plenty of tables, comfortable booths (our favorite!), a self-serve fountain drink station, and a full bar area.

🥬 Let’s talk about those Crispy Brussels Sprouts… WOW!
They were absolutely delicious and may have been my favorite thing we ordered. Crispy, flavorful, and worth ordering every single time.

🍔 We each ordered a burger and fries, and honestly…
SO. GOOD.
The burgers were juicy and flavorful, and the fries were cooked perfectly. One of those meals where you keep saying, “Wow, this is really good!” after every few bites. 😋

👍 One thing I appreciated was that they don’t ask for a tip before you’ve even received your food or service, which seems to be becoming rare these days.

Since we’re former restaurant people (and I personally spent years serving tables,granted many years ago), I always believe in tipping. We did leave a tip, but because the service model is more self-serve, we based it on the experience. Our food was delivered, but no one came back to check on us, ask if we needed anything, or refill waters. Not a complaint—just an observation. For us, those extra touches are what usually move a good tip into a great tip.

⭐ Overall Rating: 4.5/5
✔️ Delicious food
✔️ Great burgers
✔️ Amazing Brussels sprouts
✔️ Comfortable atmosphere
✔️ We will definitely be back

And yes… next time I’ll try to remember the ½-off coupon that was sitting in my purse the entire time. 😂

If you’re in Columbia and looking for a great burger spot, Eighth & Main is absolutely worth checking out!

Have you been there? What should we try next time?

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Had such a great experience at The Cheesecake Factory in Franklin tonight! 🍽️✨

The food was excellent — everything came out fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The fried zucchini appetizer was crisp, hot, and absolutely delicious, and the pasta dish was rich, comforting, and full of flavor. 😋

What really made the experience stand out was our server, JB. He was wonderful — attentive in all the right ways, quietly taking away plates when needed, refilling water without us ever having to ask, and staying aware of every detail without hovering (which, honestly, is one of my biggest restaurant pet peeves 😄). That balance is rare, and he handled it perfectly.

Great service always elevates a meal, and tonight was a great reminder that thoughtful attention and professionalism still make a lasting impression.👏

If you’re in Franklin and looking for a place with consistently good food and excellent service, this visit was definitely a win. ⭐

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chestnut – A Must-Try in Asheville! 🍽️✨

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Chestnut was an absolute win for dinner tonight! From the cozy vibe to the impeccable service, everything felt warm, welcoming, and wonderfully intentional. 💛✨

We tried several dishes, and WOW — every bite was incredible:

🍅 Fried Green Tomatoes – Perfectly crispy, beautifully stacked, and that pimento cheese? Pure Southern heaven! 🤤💛

🥦 Crispy Cauliflower – Light, crunchy, flavorful, and absolutely addictive. A must-order! 🌿👌

🐟 Salmon Entrée – Cooked to perfection with crisp skin and tender, juicy center. The Brussels sprouts and rich sauce tied it all together like a true chef’s creation. 🎣🔥

🍤 Hush Puppies – Golden, crunchy, and served with a dipping sauce that kept us reaching for more. Total comfort-food joy! 😍🙌

Everything was plated beautifully and tasted even better than it looked. We left happy, full, and already talking about coming back! Chestnut absolutely earns its spot as one of Asheville’s best. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you’re anywhere near downtown and want a memorable, delicious dinner — Chestnut is your place! 🍷✨

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