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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Jackson, TN by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Jonathan's Grille with a 4.6-star rating from 1,077 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 82/100. Also in the top tier: Picasso Bistro & Pizzeria and Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Jackson is 4.4 stars from 1,450 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Jackson range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery
Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Jackson, TN, offering a unique combination of craft pizza and house-brewed beer that consistently earns high praise from locals and visitors alike.
Most Reviewed
Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery
A high review count indicates broad popularity and consistent customer satisfaction, making it a reliable choice for first-time visitors.
For the best experience, consider visiting Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery for its signature pizzas and fresh brews, but if you're craving seafood, Catfish Cabin is a local favorite for classic Southern catfish dishes.
Local Market Snapshot
20
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4.4★
Avg rating
1,450
Avg reviews
Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
Known for consistent quality with a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews.
35 Chloe Pl, Jackson, TN 38305, USAA local favorite with 4.6 stars from over 1,200 reviews in Jackson.
10 Stonebridge Blvd, Jackson, TN 38305, USARated 4.6 stars from 750 Google reviews, a popular dining choice in Jackson.
16 Jackson Walk Plaza, Jackson, TN 38301, USARestaurants Rankings in Jackson, TN
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jonathan's Grille35 Chloe Pl, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.6★ | 1,077 |
| #2 | Picasso Bistro & Pizzeria10 Stonebridge Blvd, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.6★ | 1,299 |
| #3 | Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery16 Jackson Walk Plaza, Jackson, TN 38301, USA | 4.6★ | 750 |
| #4 | Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store56 Casey Jones Ln A, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.3★ | 6,575 |
| #5 | The Blacksmith Restaurant216 N Shannon St, Jackson, TN 38301, USA | 4.4★ | 1,676 |
| #6 | Coyote Blues - Jackson, TN1430 Union University Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.4★ | 723 |
| #7 | Bourbon & Barley1037 Union University Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.5★ | 499 |
| #8 | Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen2116 Emporium Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.1★ | 3,219 |
| #9 | Old Town Spaghetti Store550 Carriage House Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA | 4.3★ | 2,091 |
| #10 | Central Creek American Bistro316 N Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301, USA | 4.6★ | 144 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Jackson
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 6,500 Google reviews.
56 Casey Jones Ln A, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 1,600 Google reviews.
216 N Shannon St, Jackson, TN 38301, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from over 700 Google reviews.
1430 Union University Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
A popular Jackson restaurant with a strong 4.5-star rating from nearly 500 reviews.
1037 Union University Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Solid 4.1-star rating from over 3,200 Google reviews in Jackson, TN.
2116 Emporium Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 2,000 Google reviews in Jackson, TN.
550 Carriage House Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
4.6 stars from over 140 Google reviews, a trusted local dining choice.
316 N Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301, USA
Earned a 4.3-star rating from 119 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local satisfaction.
1231 Vann Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 3,380 Google reviews.
631 Vann Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from over 2,100 Google reviews in Jackson, TN.
584 Carriage House Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
A popular local spot with 4.3 stars from over 1,700 reviews.
1290 S Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301, USA
Highly rated by 1580 local Google reviewers with a 4.3-star average.
162 Old Hickory Blvd, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars from nearly a thousand Google reviews.
1364 Union University Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars from nearly 500 Google reviews.
1160 Vann Dr, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
Consistently rated 4.5 stars across nearly 300 Google reviews.
821 North Pkwy, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
A top-rated local favorite with 4.5 stars from hundreds of customer reviews.
1081 Vann Dr suite 103, Jackson, TN 38305, USA
4.5 stars from 34 Google reviews, reflecting strong local customer satisfaction.
518 W Forest Ave, Jackson, TN 38301, USA
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Restaurants in Jackson, TN — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jonathan's Grille | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,077 |
| 2 | Picasso Bistro & Pizzeria | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,299 |
| 3 | Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 750 |
| 4 | Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 6,575 |
| 5 | The Blacksmith Restaurant | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,676 |
| 6 | Coyote Blues - Jackson, TN | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 723 |
| 7 | Bourbon & Barley | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 499 |
| 8 | Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen | 73/100 | 4.1 ★ | 3,219 |
| 9 | Old Town Spaghetti Store | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 2,091 |
| 10 | Central Creek American Bistro | 79/100 | 4.6 ★ | 144 |
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