Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Alcoa, Tenn., is a picturesque town filled with Southern charm. Public parks, and greenways are well maintained throughout the city where you can enjoy biking, running and walking on 15 miles of paved trails. Alcoa and the surrounding area is also home to several golf courses with rolling courses and stunning views. Work up an appetite before you visit one of the local restaurants and steakhouses in the area.
Ryan's Family Steak House
Ryan's Family Steak House serves sirloin steaks, prepared to order and Southern specialties such as chicken-fried steak on its menu. Steaks are not the only thing cooking on the grill at Ryan's, you can also enjoy ribs and seafood, along with Southern favorites such as fried chicken, carved ham and creamy macaroni and cheese. Create your own salad or visit the mega-bar to sample a taste of it all. Reservations are not necessary, but you can call ahead if you have a large party.
Ryan's Family Steak House
1053 Hunter's Crossing
Alcoa, TN
(865) 681-7776
ryans.com
R.J.'s Courtyard Restaurant
R.J.'s Courtyard Restaurant has been serving Alcoa for more than 10 years. Hand-cut USDA choice beef that's aged at least 21 days is cut to order for you daily. Your steak options include honey chipotle ribeye, perfectly marbled and grilled over an open flame and top sirloin with carmelized onions. You may also enjoy a cowboy ribeye, 16 ounces of bone-in aged ribeye, grilled just the way you like it and topped with fresh garlic button mushrooms. Alaskan salmon, Florida shrimp and Southern catfish are a few of the selections available from the seafood menu at R.J's. You may also enjoy pasta, salads and Southern delicacies such as fried green tomatoes. R.J's opens at 11 a.m. daily for lunch; dinner service begins daily at 4 p.m. Reservations are accepted.
R.J's Courtyard Restaurant
3749 Airport Highway
Alcoa, TN
(865) 970-7777
courtyardgrille.com
M P Hibachi Grill
Enjoy hibachi steak cooked to your specification from M P Hibachi Grill for delivery or take-out. Steak selections include hibachi-style ribeye or filet mignon, served with fried rice and Japanese-style vegetables. You may also enjoy pairing steak and shrimp or steak and chicken, all cooked in the traditional hibachi style. Other menu selections include a variety of Chinese and Japanese cuisine.
M P Hibachi Grill
357 Telford St.
Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 977-1003
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