Step into Arnold’s Country Kitchen and you will feel the rhythm of a true Tennessee meat and three. The line moves quickly because folks already know the greatest hits to order. You get comfort food that tastes like a Sunday table any day of the week. Stick with the classics or try a daily special, and you will see why regulars rarely need a menu.
Roast Beef With Brown Gravy
Order the roast beef when you want that rich, slow cooked flavor that melts under your fork. The gravy pools just right, soaking into a scoop of mashed potatoes so every bite hits savory and soft. You will see regulars nod when the server ladles it on because this plate never misses.
Add green beans for a crisp snap and a little pepper kick, then balance with a dinner roll to catch the extra sauce. It is the kind of plate that brings calm to a busy day. If the line is long, good news, this one moves fast since everyone knows what they want.
Crispy Fried Chicken Plate
Fried chicken at Arnold’s is pure crunch over juicy meat, the kind of bite that makes you pause. It is seasoned just enough to let the crust shine without overpowering the bird. You can hear that crackle across the line, and it is the signal you picked a winner.
Pair it with mac and cheese to lean into comfort, then add coleslaw for cool and tangy balance. Grab hot sauce if you like a lift without losing the crust. You will finish the plate wondering how the kitchen keeps it this light and crisp every time.
Turkey And Dressing Day
When turkey and dressing shows up on the board, go for it. The dressing is soft inside with toasty edges and carries a whisper of sage that feels like a holiday. Ladled gravy ties the plate together so every forkful lands comforting and familiar.
Round it out with creamed corn and turnip greens to play sweet against bitter. A dab of cranberry perks things up without stealing the show. You will walk out feeling like you just left a family table, only faster and without the dishes.
Country Ham With Red Eye Gravy
Country ham brings that bold salty edge, and the red eye gravy gives it a coffee kissed punch. It is a plate that wakes you up better than a second cup. Thin sliced ham gets a quick sear so the fat turns silky and the edges crisp just right.
Order grits on the side for creamy contrast, then snag a biscuit to swipe through the gravy. A few drops of hot sauce brighten the ham without dulling its bite. If you like big flavor, this is the move regulars keep in their back pocket.
Meatloaf With Tomato Glaze
Meatloaf at Arnold’s tastes like someone guarded the family recipe for decades. It slices clean but stays tender, with a tomato glaze that leans savory over sweet. This is the kind of plate that brings you back the next week without overthinking it.
Mashed potatoes feel mandatory for sopping up extra glaze, and buttered corn adds a sunny pop. A pickle spear on the side keeps things sharp and fresh. You will finish the last corner of crust and wish you had asked for a second slice.
Catfish Friday Plate
Catfish Friday draws a loyal crowd for good reason. The cornmeal crust is light and crackly, leaving the fish moist and clean tasting. Squeeze a lemon wedge and the aroma tells you the fryer timing is spot on.
Hushpuppies add a sweet onion crunch, and tartar sauce brings a creamy, pickle bright finish. Choose collard greens to round out the plate with a savory bite. You will be tempted to order an extra fillet, and honestly, no one will judge you.
Smothered Pork Chop
The smothered pork chop arrives under a blanket of onion gravy that smells like home. The chop stays juicy with just enough sear to hold its shape under the sauce. Each bite blends savory pork, caramelized onion sweetness, and that slow cooked depth you chase in comfort food.
Order rice to catch every drop of gravy, then add lima beans for earthy balance. A dash of black pepper wakes it up without stealing thunder. This is a plate that calms a hectic day in about three bites.
Chicken And Dumplings
Chicken and dumplings at Arnold’s lean silky and soothing, with tender shreds of chicken tucked into a creamy broth. The dumplings are soft but hold together, so you get a gentle chew with each spoonful. It is the dish you pick when you need comfort fast.
Crack black pepper over the top and add a side of green beans for snap. A biscuit dipped into the broth turns the bowl into a full meal. You will look up and realize the bowl is empty sooner than you planned.
Vegetable Plate For The Win
Sometimes the smartest move is a vegetable plate that plays like a feast. Pick four sides and build your own rhythm, from creamy mac and cheese to peppery turnip greens. The beauty is how the textures bounce from silky to crisp in one pass.
Add cornbread to stitch it all together with a little sweetness. Candied yams bring warmth while black eyed peas add earth and bite. You will not miss the meat, and that is saying something in a meat and three.
Nashville Hot Thursday
If you spot Nashville hot on the board, jump. The heat rides a clean cayenne glow that builds without blowing out your palate. Pickles and white bread keep things balanced so the spice stays friendly.
Choose potato salad to cool each bite, then grab turnip greens for a bitter counterpoint. A drizzle of honey can round the edges if that is your style. You will walk out with a slow grin and a happy burn.
Mac And Cheese That Matters
Mac and cheese here earns its place in the spotlight. The top is bubbly and browned while the inside stays creamy and smooth. It does the cheese pull you hope for without turning heavy or greasy.
Pair it with anything fried or roasted, and you have balance on the plate. A little hot sauce wakes up the cheddar without masking it. You will understand why people add it to every order, even when they swear they will skip it.
Turnip Greens With Pot Liquor
Turnip greens bring that slow simmered depth that only comes from time and care. The pot liquor tastes smoky and savory, ready for a splash of pepper vinegar. Each forkful lands bright, bitter, and satisfying in a way that keeps you going back.
Slide a piece of cornbread along the bowl to soak up the good stuff. Pair with any roast or fried plate for balance. You will think about these greens the next day and wish you had ordered a pint to go.
Candied Yams Comfort
Candied yams arrive soft and shining with cinnamon warmth. They add a mellow sweetness that plays well with salty mains like ham or meatloaf. The syrup clings to each cube so you get dessert like comfort in a side dish.
Balance them with greens or black eyed peas to keep the plate grounded. A tiny sprinkle of salt can sharpen the flavors more than you expect. You will catch yourself chasing the last bit of glaze with your fork.
Banana Pudding Finish
Save room for banana pudding because it hits every nostalgic note. Soft wafers, cool pudding, and ripe banana slices layer into a spoonful that feels like a hug. It is light enough to slip in after a big plate but satisfying enough to count as a treat.
Ask for it chilled so the textures stand out and the flavors stay clean. If you split it, you will wish you had your own cup. You will leave with that sweet finish that makes the whole meal feel complete.
Biscuits And Cornbread
Biscuits and cornbread are not extras here, they are tools. A biscuit helps scoop gravy, while cornbread soaks pot liquor like a champ. Warm, soft, and a little crumbly, they turn a good plate into a great one.
Spread butter on the biscuit for a creamy finish, then savor the cornbread with greens. Keep one piece on standby for your last bites of sauce. You will wonder how something so simple still steals the spotlight.