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RESTAURANTS

Best Restaurants in Murfreesboro

Updated October 2026 · 9 places · Murfreesboro

These locally owned, sit-down restaurants represent a mix of Southern, Italian, Thai, Indian and New American dining in Murfreesboro. Addresses and websites are included where available; the confirmation page for each listing is linked in its source field.

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The Alley on Main

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223 W Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

New American dining

The Alley on Main is a locally owned downtown restaurant serving steaks, seafood and pasta. Reviewers describe it as a place for scratch-made meals and seasonal specials, and recent listings confirm its Murfreesboro address and operating schedule.

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Five Senses Restaurant, Bar & Catering

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1602 W Northfield Blvd, Suite 515, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Seasonal New American

Five Senses is a locally owned restaurant serving seasonal New American food with Southern and French influences. Reviewers note its fresh seafood and local meats, along with seasonal menus and craft cocktails.

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Demos’ Restaurant

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1115 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Family dinner

Demos’ is a family-owned restaurant serving steaks, pasta, seafood and salads at its original Murfreesboro location. Reviewers describe it as a longtime choice for generous portions and value.

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Marina’s on the Square

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125 N Maple St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Italian dinner

Marina’s is a family-owned Italian restaurant and pizzeria on the downtown square, serving pasta, pizza and calzones. Local coverage describes it as a long-running Murfreesboro institution, while reviewers list Italian food and pizza among its specialties.

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Kleer-Vu Lunchroom

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226 S Highland Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Southern soul food

Kleer-Vu Lunchroom is a meat-and-three restaurant serving Southern soul food. Local coverage and diners identify it with fried chicken, oxtail, collard greens and other traditional sides.

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Jeff’s Family Friendly Restaurant

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467 S Hancock St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Southern home cooking

Jeff’s is a locally owned family restaurant serving Southern home cooking. Reviewers point to fried chicken and catfish, and describe the setting as simple and the hospitality as warm.

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Pad Thai Cafe

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2568 S Church St, Suite E, Murfreesboro, TN 37127

Thai food

Pad Thai Cafe serves contemporary Thai food at its Murfreesboro location. It is described in local dining coverage as a highly rated Thai option, and its own site confirms the address and current service schedule.

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Tandoor Indian Restaurant

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529 N Thompson Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Indian cuisine

Tandoor Indian Restaurant serves Indian curries, tandoori dishes, biryani and naan. Local dining coverage notes its lunch buffet, and current listings confirm its Murfreesboro address and service schedule.

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Slick Pig BBQ

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1920 E Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Barbecue

Slick Pig BBQ is a Murfreesboro barbecue restaurant serving smoked meats and Southern sides. Local dining coverage describes it as a barbecue landmark, and diners mention its smoked wings and Boston butt.