Hickory at Nicewonder Farms Trout (left) & Crab Cakes (Right) That said, in this guide, we are dishing out where to eat in Bristol TN-VA by providing an overview list of the top-rated places to dine in downtown and beyond. That means you will be able to try new restaurants popping up around Bristol while also returning to your favorites each time you visit. On the Tennessee side, you may find trendy brunch cafes and delicious Appalachian-style bistros, and then boozy craft breweries and smoky bbq joints as you step over the state line into Virginia.īut it doesn’t matter which state you’re standing in, there’s no doubt that Bristol is becoming a must-see small town in Tennessee and Virginia which is ushering in a wave of new eateries, bars, nightlife, music venues, and entertainment. There are dozens of restaurants in Bristol to try, with some of the best places to eat lining State Street-the main street dividing downtown between both Tennessee and Virginia.
As you stroll down historic downtown Bristol, your nose just might pull you in all directions.