I know this is a local favorite, but as a visitor I was less than impressed. There must be more to it than I witnessed, because the walls are covered with autographed pictures of country stars who have eaten there. Menu's are also autographed. My question is, do any of these stars come back a second time? I ordered the... more

I have been traveling to Tennessee for several years and find that I always return to Dotson's. This place has it all together. The atmosphere is definitely cute, the staff is supurb. Most importantly the food......... best Catfish that I have ever had and the banana pudding dessert is simply the best. I highly reccommend the country fried steak sandwich.... more

The restaurant certainly didn't look great but after reading reviews I expected that it must be the food that is the draw. Unfortunately after eating at Dotson's, I have no idea at all why anyone would eat here when there are so many cute looking restaurants in Franklin. The place looks dirty and old, the service was at best, mediocre... more

When we walked in there was a line. They couldn't clean the tables fast enough to get new people seated. They pretty much let everyone fend for themselves. When we sat we had to wait about 10 minutes for a menu. Our server brought us some delicious cornbread and some wildflower honey for dipping. It was delicious. I ordered the... more

Have been to this restaurant numerous times... when they're packed and when they aren't.. I have been warmly welcomed each time. The food is excellent. The restaurant itself isn't the newest or fanciest... Presently living in Duabi and would give anything for some Chicken and Dumplings right now and a piece of Chocolate pie... more

Wanted to eat here as I read about it in my 1000 Places To See Before You Die book. Small, old, slightly dirty restaurant on the outside opened up to a local's fave. We had 7 in our company so they sat us next to an old guy they called Coach, who everybody seemed to know. Main dishes were excellent,... more

Dotson's is a regular stop for me on my way south from Ohio to South Alabama. If country cookin', friendly people and a wonderful atmosphere is what makes you feel like your home, Dotson's is the place. more

Small town restaurant. It is so quaint. more

Lots of people like this local spot but I've been when there were flies crawling all over the desserts. Ewww... more