Smokin J’s Barbeque will be judging this weekend’s (March 31 – April 1, 2017) Georgia Barbecue Association sanctioned event in downtown Cartersville, Georgia. Sponsored by BBQ & Brews, this will be a family event featuring great food, music and fun.
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Please, if you decide to attend the festivities, make sure to visit some of the locally owned businesses. One of Cartersville’s hidden gems is a great steak restaurant, Appalachian Grill.
Here is a review written by freelance writer, JoAnn Johnson.
Appalachian Grill in Cartersville, Georgia

Pictured are recent chef specials.


Food at The Appalachian Grill
Most entrees are accompanied by a sensible salad, a portion that would satisfy some as the meal. Topped with dried cranberries and served with fish-shaped sweet cornbread; The Appalachian Grill can call these one of their signature offerings. Appropriately staggered next was our Cajun Popcorn appetizer. Crawfish, battered and lightly fried as “popcorn portions;” it was excellent. Very light and two sauces for dipping, a Cajun chipotle honey sauce and a standard cocktail sauce; they were unlike anything I have tasted before. Both sauces complimented the crawfish, very well.
The Blue Cheese New York Strip and the “Oscar Steak” were cooked to perfection. Each steak was severed with lump crab meat (no imitation stuff here), potato of your choice and vegetables. The asparagus with the “Oscar” was crisp, but savory – delicious. The baked potatoes on both entrees could’ve been cooked a bit longer because they were only slightly warm in the center. Nevertheless, the meal was delightfully prepared; dessert was out of the question. Only 4-5 items were on the dessert menu; however, daily specials are offered.
Charm, proximity, hospitality and excellent food make this steakhouse a pleasure. Although a bit more expensive than most chain steak restaurants; The Appalachian Grill is one of my favorites. A couple can have a three course meal and each a glass of wine, or two, under one hundred dollars.
The Appalachian Grill
14 East Church Street
Cartersville, GA 30120
770-607-5357
Reservations accepted.
All major credit cards accepted.
Consider dining at Appalachian Grill if you are spending the day in Cartersville, Georgia.