The Tennessee Truffle brings a refined yet relaxed fine dining experience to Sanford, FL, offering a warm and charming setting where inventive, farm-to-table Southern cuisine takes center stage.
Located at 125 W 1st St, this inviting restaurant is known for delivering memorable meals from breakfast through dinner, along with dessert service that keeps guests lingering a little longer.
Whether you are planning a special evening out, a leisurely brunch, or a quiet solo meal, The Tennessee Truffle provides an atmosphere that feels cozy, polished, and thoughtfully designed for comfort.
With table service and a menu that blends comfort food, healthy options, small plates, vegetarian choices, and local specialties, every visit is crafted to feel both satisfying and distinctive.
Guests consistently recognize The Tennessee Truffle for its quality and attention to detail, reflected in its strong 4.60 out of 5 rating from 413 reviews.
The restaurant stands out for its great coffee, great dessert, great tea selection, and impressive wine list, making it a favorite destination for those who appreciate exceptional flavor and a well-rounded dining experience.
From outdoor seating to dine-in, delivery, and takeaway options, the restaurant offers flexibility for every occasion, while its selection of alcohol, beer, wine, and specialty offerings adds even more appeal.
Accepting credit cards and debit cards, and welcoming reservations with dinner reservations recommended, The Tennessee Truffle makes planning easy and enjoyable for guests looking for a smooth, elevated dining experience.
Accessibility and guest comfort are also thoughtfully prioritized, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet access available to ensure a welcoming environment for all. The restaurant’s restful, trendy, and quiet feel creates the ideal backdrop for meaningful conversations, relaxed meals, and unforgettable gatherings.
More than just a place to eat, The Tennessee Truffle offers a dependable destination where quality ingredients, Southern hospitality, and a carefully curated dining atmosphere come together to give customers confidence that every visit will be worth savoring.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Literally. Every. Single. Time. We visit this restaurant we leave talking about the food and experience. The flavors are innovative and exciting, the technique is perfect, and the service is personalized and thoughtful. I still remember meals I had at this place years ago and still, I'm amazed at the specials Chef Nat puts together. Always outstanding!
Girls night done right at Tennessee Truffle ✨ The food was absolutely delish, the atmosphere was cozy and fun, and the service was truly top notch from start to finish. Such a perfect little gem in downtown Sanford for a night out with friends. Can’t wait to come back!
A great example of a chef and their team focusing on doing a few things exceptionally well! It's a small, cozy place, so be sure to get your reservations in ahead of time. The appetizers were delicious and for entrees, we had the lamb chops, seared salmon, shrimp & grits, and the special red snapper. All were excellent and we can't wait to be back!
This place is an amazing hidden gem. Our favorite restaurant in the Orlando area by far! Unique, delicious food expertly crafted and beautifully displayed. The dining room is small and quaint. Such a nice date night spot. Their Saturday brunch is excellent also!
Came here one day with some family. We went out for dinner before a show at the wonderful West End Theatre. Ambiance was quaint. It was very home kitchen in a wooden cabin, almost upscale Cracker Barrel? Anyway, it was nice, very cozy. They do a lot with a strip mall space. Service was excellent as well. Very nice folks who were very aware of our refill needs and the cleaning off of excess silverware and plates. No complaints there. As for the food, man, we got a lot of food. We started off with two apps. The Tea Braised Sticky Spare Ribs (Crispy garlic, scallions). Ummm, insanely good. Very sticky sweet ribs with an air of earthiness from the tea. I didn't see any crispy garlic anywhere, but there were plenty of scallions, adding a nice fresh veg that I never knew I needed with ribs. Very good. Charred Corn and Scallion Hoecakes (Whipped whole grain honey better, cane syrup). These were nice, too. An elevated hoecake. The cane syrup added a touch of sweet, the honey butter added a fatty unctuousness, and the hoecakes themselves were soft and moist. Like eating a whole wheat pancake. So good. One of the main dishes, I can't remember what it was, and I can't find it on the menu, but it was good. I think it came with a side of barley risotto, which was very nice. It was creamy, but had a nice barley bite to it. Very interesting. For my main event, I ordered the Pan Fried Catfish (Golden graham/pecan/cornmeal crusted, chorizo cream, red rice, braised collards, rehydrated golden raisin). Very interesting dish. The crust was a lot of fun. Not sure if the other stuff shone through, but the cornmeal was very appreciated. Cream was nice, a little spice to it. I loved the bite from that very Southern red rice. This place uses whole grains and rices very well! Just a nice dish, elevated respectfully. Overall, I love places like this. I love places that are considered the best in a small town. I love it even more when those places could compete with the big players in
My mother and I had a phenomenal dining experience here. We showed up for dinner without a reservation, and we were able to sit outside. Every dish we sampled was creative and tasted incredible. They serve elevated, Southern inspired cusine. The watermelon salad was so refreshing, and the blue corn hoecakes were uniquely scrumptious. The salmon was crackling with crispiness on top and cooked to perfection. I highly recommend dining here.
Unforgettable farm to table hidden treasure. Thank you for the innovation, fresh ingredients, and delicate dance of flavor burst in every dish. The Southern Ragu was excellent with a surprising balance of the ingredients. Steak and pork loin were amazing with the coffee rub and apple butter complimenting the meats, but not stealing show. Ambiance and service was outstanding, even accomodating our last minute reservations. The chef/owner has really made one of the top restaurants in Florida.
Tennessee Truffle in Sanford absolutely deserves five stars. The steak tartare was unbelievably fresh — clean, vibrant, and perfectly balanced. The flavors didn’t compete with each other; they worked together beautifully. The yolk was rich, silky, and indulgent in the best possible way. Every bite was a full-on flavor explosion. The entire meal was thoughtful and beautifully executed. And the dessert? It was like my 10-year-old self walking into Grandma’s kitchen — warm, nostalgic, and pure comfort. An unforgettable experience from start to finish.
I love the experience at the Tennessee truffle in Sanford . The ambience is amazing. Food was great. Service was amazing. Definitely would come back again. Here are a few pictures of our meals number one appetizer tea braised sticky rib .. must try ..
Without a doubt, this is the best place to eat in Sanford — period! In November, I had the duck breast over risotto, and it was absolutely spectacular. Possibly the best duck I’ve ever had in my life! I would give it 10 stars if I could. The staff is adorable, and the chef is incredibly kind — he even came over to ask how our meal was. This is the kind of place where you bring your family and friends. The atmosphere is warm and pleasant, and the food and drinks are always delicious.
Common questions about The Tennessee Truffle
The Tennessee Truffle is located at 125 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771, United States, Sanford, FL, United States.
You can reach The Tennessee Truffle by calling +1 407-942-3977.
The Tennessee Truffle has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 413 customer reviews.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Small plates, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Table service.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following amenities: Restroom.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following atmosphere: Cozy, Quiet, Trendy.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
The Tennessee Truffle features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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