Dotson's Restaurant

01/21/2008 Posted by jmichel1222

I really don't understand all the positive reviews about this place! First off, it's a trailer, and not a trendy contemporary clean trailer. It's a dirty, old trailer!!!!! Next, to think that they are actually trying to pass their food off as good down home country cookin' is enough to make my grandmother roll over in her grave! The atmosphere is below average, although the wait staff was friendly and congenial. And if you're used to GOOD southern food, the food will surely disappoint.

Pros: Surprisingly, they do have indoor plumbing.

Cons: Everything else.

09/21/2006 Posted by velvetvocals

Swing by Dotson's the next time you feel that you can throw all thoughts of calories and fat grams out the door. Dotson's atmosphere, employees and food make your booth feel a little closer to mom or grandma's cooking. I highly encourage anything but breakfast - but only because you can get eggs anywhere. Go for Lunch or Dinner and feast on everything from fish to chicken, roast to turkey. Once your lunch or dinner cravings have been met - please don't forget to order a piece of homemade cake or pie. One should leave Dotson's totally full and ready to come back for more! Another perk of Dotson's is that you never know who you will be dining with. There are a bevy of well known music, political, tv, movie and general entertainers that also count Dotson's as a favorite. Enjoy!

Pros: Anything you order is bound to be excellent

Cons: Closes early on weekends due to volume - GO BEFORE 2PM!

03/24/2006 Posted by squishy667

my family was here about a year ago for breakfast and i'll never forget our waitress. she was so sweet the way she was calling us "honey" she was so genuine & warm. and when my mom inquired about the famous fried chicken although it wasn't lunch time, she went back and had the cook make some for us to try! got to admit i've had better breakfast but never had chicken as good as that! going back in june just for that fried chicken :)

Pros: friendly, fast service, inexpensive

05/15/2005 Posted by j88duke

Right when we walked in the door we noticed they were slightly busy but a server still greeted us at the door. The server seated us and then introduced her self. She gave us a minute for our drink orders and came back to get our orders. The food wasn't the best I'd ever had but it was a little better than average. When we told the server our names they made sure to remember them and called us by them for the rest of our stay. It was great.

Pros: Good Service, Great hospitality, Above average food.

Cons: Not great country ham

10/25/2004 Posted by underwoodja

My husband and I went to Dotson's a few Sundays ago for a nice breakfast. We got nothing (literally): after waiting for almost an HOUR after ordering to get our food, we finally got up and left. (We watched larger groups of patrons come in, sit, and order after us get their food.) Walking out may be a tacky thing to do, but it is nothing compared to the utter lack of service we received. I used to like Dotson's, but I will now go out of my way to discourage anyone from going there.

Pros: None

05/26/2004 Posted by bluehensfan

We went to Dotson's on a recent visit to Nashville as part of a NCAA football game in Chattanooga. Trust us (even if we're Yankees), the breakfast here is great! We stopped by and had a hearty and delicious breakfast including pancakes, eggs, and bacon. The biscuits were heavenly and so good that we ordered extra for our trip home to take along. The restaurant itself is like stepping back in time, and the staff (especially the friendly ex-Navy host) were so friendly and welcoming that we will go out of our way to return. They also have a wide selection of pies that we will have to try on our next visit.

03/26/2004 Posted by trustus

We went to Dotson's with great expectations, after all they were recomended by Naomi Judd on her My Nashville special. The host, who I assume must be Mr. Dotson, was highly entertaining and yes the coconut cream pie was tasty but those are really the only high points. The fried chicken was like deep fried jerky, the mashed potatoes obviously from a box, the corn bread was dry as a bone, and I'll be merciful and stop there. Perhaps we caught them on an off day, but we will not be returning to give them a second chance.

Pros: Fun host, good tea

Cons: , poor waitstaff

11/16/2003 Posted by dslone

No one seems to be a stranger at Dotson's, the out of towners are treated as old friends and everyone is willing to stand and chat if it is slow. You dont feel rushed to finish and get out. So you can actually sit and enjoy the wonderful down home food and hospitality. They do not make light of the fans that come to franklin to see their favorite stars and are willing to chat with you about them. If you are luck you may even see a star or two enjoying dotson's! I eat here every time Im in Franklin.

Pros: comfy, friendly servers, good coca cola cake

05/14/2003 Posted by Tom_Kimmel

Dotson's is my favorite meat & 3 in the area, and that's saying a lot. When my Yankee friends come to Nashville, I tell them they must drive down to Franklin if they want to experience the very best traditional Southern dining. The fried chicken is first rate, the vegetables are fresh, the sweet potato casserole is must, the mashed potatoes are what mashed potatoes should be, but rarely are, and the coconut pie is the best I've ever eaten.

12/08/2002 Posted by Faithhillfan

Dotson's Restaurant has really great food and teriffic service! These folks are really friendly and bring a good appetite with you...We stopped by for pancakes and sasuage for breakfast, and they were mouth watering good! The restaurant has a warm, homey feeling...I Love Dotsons Restaurant!

Pros: Great Food, Friendly staff, great prices