Jefferson Fountain Restaurant 22 Jefferson Circle, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, 865-482-1141, One of Oak Ridge's best kept secrets, this delightful restaurant is known for their Y-12 burgers and filing breakfast items, all served in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. They are open Monday through Friday for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner and open on Saturday for breakfast and lunch only; closed on Sundays. 

Magnolia Tree Restaurant 1938 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, Four Oaks Shopping Center, 865-482-5853, Family restaurant that features a wide selection of familiar American dishes on the menu, as well as a few Greek specialties. There is also a soda fountain on site that offers shakes and malts. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sunday. 

Soup Kitchen, The 47 East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, 865-482-3525, Specializing in delicious soups and known for their signature chilis, this restaurant also serves an array of specialty soups such as Kansas City Steak Stew and Shrimp Bisque. The menu of homemade soups and breads changes daily. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and early dinner and open on Saturday for lunch only; closed on Sunday. more... 

Daily Grind, The 201 Jackson Square, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, Historic Jackson Square, 865-483-9200, This coffeehouse is a great place for a delicious cup of coffee and unique pastries. Local and regional musicians perform live on Friday evenings. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

80 East Pub and Grille 80 East Tennessee Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, Near Historic Jackson Square, 865-481-6101, Features casual elegant dining.  

Big Ed's Pizza 101 Broadway Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, Jackson Square Area, 865-482-4885, An Oak Ridge tradition and a local favorite, this pizzeria is filled with an eclectic mix of sports artifacts and memorabilia from past visitors. A variety of delicious pizzas, complemented by a good selection of beers, is served Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. They are closed on Sunday. 

Atomic City Sports Bar 132 Fairbanks Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, 865-483-6308, The Atomic City Sports Bar is a friendly neighborhood grill and pub where everyone is welcome. Enjoy great food, big screen TV's, pool tables, CD jukebox, bristle board darts and live bands on weekends. The kitchen is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Stop by sometime for a frosty mug of beer and a game of pool.  more... 

Buffalo Grille and Bar 205 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, 865-481-0515, Known for their Buffalo and Ostrich Burger, this casual sports bar and restaurant also serves delicious buffalo wings and features billiard tables and a big screen TV broadcasting all of your favorite sporting events. They are open Monday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. more...