1. Applebee's Grill + Bar

6.0
5316 Central Ave (at Merchants Dr), Knoxville, TN
American Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Very little in the way of vegetarian entrees. If you ask for a vegetarian modification, they still charge you full price.

2. The Pilot Light

8.0
106 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN
Bar · Old City · 6 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: The bar is cash only, so hit up the ATM before you come.

3. Costco Gasoline

8.3
10745 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN
Fuel Station · 7 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: They now only accept pin debit cards and Amex, so be prepared.

4. El Tapatio

8.2
25 Lake Powell Blvd, Page, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 51 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Get the guacamole. You will thank me later.

5. Backstage Restaurant

6.1
1022 Dollywood Ln, Pigeon Forge, TN
Southern Food Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: During the Festival of Nations, eat a late lunch here and ask for a seat by the windows. It is a great viewing area for the 2:30 p.m. Parade.

6. Drink.

7.7
215 Brookview Centre Way Ste 108, Knoxville, TN
Wine Bar · 12 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Yes, this place has the equivalent of wine soda fountains.

7. Cooper Creek Trout Farm

3365 Coopers Creek Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, Bryson City, NC
Lake · 1 tip

Mary FrancesMary Frances: For an extra $1 a fish, they will filet them for you.

8. Smoky Mountain Toy Train Museum

6.8
100 Greenlee St, Bryson City, NC
Museum · 2 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: My kids enjoyed this more than the actual train ride.

9. Firehouse Subs

6.8
4419 Western Ave, Ste 101, Knoxville, TN
Sandwich Spot · 3 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Kids eat free on Wednesdays.

10. Campsite Grill

Pigeon Forge, TN
Burger Joint · 1 tip

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Vegetarian Alert! They carry Gardenburgers. Vegans, be sure to order without cheese.

11. The Varsity

8.0
61 North Ave NW (at Spring St NW), Atlanta, GA
Hot Dog Joint · Midtown · 363 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Vegetarians, don't despair! Get the grilled pimento cheese with lettuce, tomato, and a bit of mayo if you go that way.

12. Jimmy John's

7.7
5525 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN
Sandwich Spot · 4 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: The first Jimmy John's I've seen with a drive thru. Order ahead online for maximum convenience.

13. Safari Grill

3500 Knoxville Zoo Dr, Knoxville, TN
Burger Joint · 1 tip

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Vegetarian alert! They have a Boca burger on the menu.

14. Backstage Restaurant

6.1
1022 Dollywood Ln, Pigeon Forge, TN
Southern Food Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Frequently one of the only places in the park with a vegetarian option.

15. Bombay Palace Indian Cuisine

7.6
10901 Parkside Dr Ste 101 (parkside dr), Knoxville, TN
Indian Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: To introduce kids to Indian cuisine, go during the lunch buffet and start off with a mango lassi. Vegetable biryani rice, pakoras, and tandoori chicken are good gateway foods to get them started.

16. JJ's Super Shine $3 Carwash

Western Ave, Knoxville, TN
Car Wash and Detail · 2 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Good car wash, but they will put a $28 hold on your card. If you have a credit card, use it, as opposed to a debit or prepaid card.

17. Icon Ultra Lounge

6.3
810 W Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN
Lounge · Downtown Knoxville · 12 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Chef Bruce Bogartz (of Rouxbarb fame and frequent "Knoxville's Best Chef" title holder) is now over the menu and cooking here. Get your pimento cheese fondue fix in here.

18. Dollywood Train Platform

Pigeon Forge, TN
Platform · 12 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Be sure to wear sunglasses to help avoid soot and cinders getting your eyes.

19. Tank Strickland Park

Knoxville, TN
Park · 1 tip

Mary FrancesMary Frances: This park had the only public bocce court in Knox County.

20. River's End Restaurant

8.1
Nantahala, NC
American Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: The white bean burger is a good alternative to the vegetarian staple black bean burger.

21. Savage Pizza

8.8
484 Moreland Ave NE (btw Mansfield Ave NE & Euclid Ave NE), Atlanta, GA
Pizzeria · Little Five Points · 62 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: They have a stash of toys your kids can play with while your pizza bakes.

22. Tataru's Gym

11207 Outlet Dr, Knoxville, TN
Arts and Entertainment · 2 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: There is no air conditioning on the gym floor. While great for athletic training, be sure to hydrate before going to a birthday party here.

23. Marietta Diner

8.6
306 Cobb Pkwy S (at Claymore Dr. SE), Marietta, GA
Diner · 310 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Not worth the hype. Not bad, but not excellent either.

24. Bella Roma

7.0
7817 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville, TN
Pizzeria · 8 tips and reviews

Mary FrancesMary Frances: Keep driving past the big name pizza buffet and come here for a great experience. The pizza is much better, and the staff is very eager to please.