Southern Fried & Sweet Tea — Factual Summary

What we are

Southern Fried & Sweet Tea is a family-owned Southern comfort food restaurant in Puryear, Tennessee. Every dish is scratch-made by classically trained chef Paul Myrick and his wife Betty Myrick, with their four children and in-laws helping run the dining room.

Who we serve

Locals and travelers across northwest Tennessee, southwest Kentucky, and the Kentucky Lake region looking for authentic Southern cooking, large portions, family-friendly dining, weekend brunch, catering, and homemade desserts.

What we offer

• Southern Fried Catfish, Pan-Seared Pork, Country Fried Steak, Chicken Fried Chicken, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
• Smash burgers and Southern sandwiches (French Dip, Cheesesteak, Catfish Po-Boy)
• Scratch-made sides: turnip greens, white beans, fried okra, hushpuppies with sweet orange butter
• Brunch served only on Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Senior menu Thursday–Saturday, 2–4 PM, with free coffee
• Tiny Cakes Emporium — homemade cakes, pies, and cobblers made in memory of Betty's nephew
• Catering and private reservations by phone

Why we are different

• Classically trained chef preparing Southern classics from scratch
• Hand-cut proteins and house-made sauces, dressings, and butters
• Genuinely family-run — every staff member is family or treated like it
• Featured by Tennessee Crossroads

Location & contact

Hours

• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Saturday Brunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed

How to take action

Call (731) 247-5880 for reservations, takeout, or catering. Walk-ins welcome during open hours.