by Kevin Wierzbicki
There’s something about travel that causes adventurers to work up a healthy appetite. So, it’s important that, when travelers arrive at their destination, that they can count on finding some good grub. And when your destination is Clarksville, Tennessee, you will be sure to have tons of options for culinary delights.
There are lots of things for visitors to Clarksville to do. Music fans can check out the awesome mural that celebrates the city being name-checked in the Monkees hit song “Last Train to Clarksville” and also the marker commemorating the time that Jimi Hendrix spent in the area during his time in service. Pop culture fans can get a photo with the statue of Clarksville native Frank Sutton who played gruff Sgt. Carter on the television show “Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C.” Beachaven Winery, the Customs House Museum, Old Glory Distilling Company, endless outdoor activities including historic trails, and the fun that awaits at nearby Historic Collinsville are just a few of the fascinating things on offer in Clarksville. We have done most of these things and trust us, you will get hungry! Here are some places to eat that offer a wide variety of cuisines.
Silke’s Old World Breads Bakery and Cafe
Silke’s is a local favorite specializing in German food. They bake all their own artisan breads every morning and you can select your favorite and have a sandwich made that’s piled high with German meats and cheeses from their deli case. Be sure to save room for one (or more) of their fresh baked pastries. Campbell’s Kitchen
Can’t get enough of German food? Head to Campbell’s Kitchen where they specialize in schnitzel, Jager Schnitzel to be exact! It is hand-breaded and fried golden and is smothered in mushroom and onion gravy. Get it with coleslaw and German potato salad.Casa d’Italia and Roma Italian Restaurant
These two Italian eateries are owned by the same folks and they’ve got a menu that’s sure to please including brick oven pizza, handmade pasta and shrimp scampi in a lemon and white wine sauce. Top your meal off with a helping of tiramisu. welovEmilia
You’ll quickly see how this place got its name! Order the tagliatelle or lasagna della nonna or choose your preferred pasta and sauce and have them customize a plate for you. A house specialty is the spinach, ricotta and parmigiana ravioli. And guess what, they have Nutella pizza!Trattoria di Cat
Here’s a great place for a romantic dinner. Woo your date at this Italian steakhouse with short rib lasagna Bolognese, mussels served in white wine and of course there is a selection of locally-sourced steak from C. Blackwell Cattle Company. Reservations are recommended.JamRok Caribbean Buffet
Take you taste buds to the islands at JamRok Caribbean Buffet. The menu is inspired by the owner’s Jamaican heritage and yes there is jerk chicken and jerk pork as well as other Caribbean specialties like curry chicken and oxtail. You can get American soul food sides too and a favorite is the mac and cheese.Mi Lindo Veracruz
Say si, si to this Mexican eatery and you’ll be able to order delights like pozole, empanadas and tortas along with a glass of horchata. This is a small, unpretentious dining room that’ll make you feel like you’re eating at someone’s kitchen table (but you don’t have to help with the dishes!)Dae Bak Chophouse
Oh my gosh what a menu at this Korean restaurant! Some favorites include spicy pork bulgogi, fried kimchi and seafood pancakes. Go early to try their vegan Korean breakfast egg drop sandwich (yes please!)Bulgogi House
Fans of Bulgogi House are big on the restaurant’s bibimbap and marinated bulgogi beef but there are other outstanding items on offer too, like yaki mandu dumplings and kimbap. You can even get a bento box! If it’s a classic Korean staple you’re looking for, Bulgogi House is for you.Pbody’s
Of course there is Southern food on offer in Clarksville and one of the best places to get it is Pbody’s. Shrimp and grits, catfish, fried green tomatoes and a Nashville hot chicken sandwich are on the menu along with burgers and hand cut steaks. Definitely save room for some dessert because there’s key lime pie and fried banana pudding.Liberty Park Grill
Get fresh seafood or a hand cut steak with a Southern flair at Liberty Park Grill, or maybe you’d prefer comfort food like meatloaf with fried okra or pot roast with slow roasted vegetables. On the lighter side, the strawberry chicken salad is always a great option. The Mailroom
No, you can’t buy stamps here but you won’t care about that when you’re indulging in plates of American, Korean or Argentinian food. How about a Korean beef bowl or a crispy mahi bowl, or perhaps skirt steak with chimichurri? No matter what your choice you’ll get a helping of house-made Savory Cheese Bread to start.Smokin’ Chikin
This casual joint, obviously, specializes in chicken. Everything is marinated rotisserie chicken paired with a lineup of global flavors, including Jamaican jerk, tandoori, Peri Peri or Caribbean BBQ. Sides include corn salad, hummus and island fried rice.
Well now we’re hungry! And we’re planning our next visit to Clarksville to enjoy a world of culinary delights. You can plan your visit too by going here.
Dining and Cooking