Where to Grab Lunch in Downtown Murfreesboro: Your Full Midday Guide

Whether you're working downtown, meeting a friend, or taking a break during errands, Downtown Murfreesboro offers a lunch scene packed with flavor, variety, and local charm. From grab-and-go bites to sit-down comfort food, there’s something for every appetite  and every schedule.

Here’s your complete guide to lunch spots open in our historic downtown.

Marina’s on the Square located at 125 N Maple Street

Marina’s on the Square is a Murfreesboro staple serving classic Italian dishes, salads, subs, and lunch specials. Always hearty, always delicious.

MurfreesBoro Kabob located at 306 W Vine Street

MurfreesBoro Kabob offers a unique dining experience with a menu that blends Mediterranean flavors with Persian influences. The restaurant provides a cozy environment where guests can enjoy a variety of traditional and modern dishes crafted from authentic recipes and fresh ingredients.

Get Hooked on Nutrition located at 115 E Vine Street

Get Hooked on Nutrition is more than just a shake shop, they offer meal-replacement protein shakes, loaded teas, and energy drinks. A perfect “lunch” for people wanting something healthy, quick, and on the go.

Bart’s Kitchen & Bakery (Grab & Go) located at 117 E Vine Street

Bart’s offers grab-and-go chicken salad, pimento cheese, wraps, croissant sandwiches, salads, weekly soups, take-and-bake casseroles, and a rotating selection of cookies, bars, pastries, and seasonal treats.

Simply Pure Sweets located at 128 N Church Street

Simply Pure Sweets is a bakery café with sandwiches, salads, soups, quiche, and irresistible desserts. Light, bright, and perfect for a lunch break in a cozy setting.

Jefferson’s located at 109 N Maple Street

Laid-back, family-friendly dining with wings, burgers, oysters, tenders, and salads. A classic American lunch spot right on the Murfreesboro square.

Domenico’s Italian Deli located at 106 S Maple Street

A third-generation Italian deli serving fresh sandwiches, homemade sides, pasta salads, and cannoli. A local favorite for a fast, high-quality lunch with big flavor.

Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant located at 114 N Church Street

Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant is southern comfort food: meat-and-three plates, burgers, barbecue, and famous desserts. There is plenty of seating and a family-friendly vibe.

Boro Bowls Street located at 123 S Church Street

Boro Bowls is perfect for a lighter lunch downtown. From acai bowls and smoothies to protein boxes and loaded toast, your taste buds will thank you.

Overflow - Brews & Bakes located at 115 North Maple Street

Oflow’s menu changes often, and everything has that warm, homemade feel that makes lunch feel like a treat because who says you can’t satisfy your sweet tooth at lunch.

The Alley on Main located at 223 W Main St.

The Alley on Main is a longtime downtown favorite known for hearty scratch-made meals. Think steaks, seafood, pasta, and daily specials. It's perfect for a sit-down lunch that still feels quick and homey.

Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint located at 113 N Maple St

Famous for their Wagyu beef burgers, creative toppings, and fun atmosphere. Whether you’re grabbing a quick burger or settling in for a long lunch, this spot is always buzzing.

Joanie’s

Joanie’s hardly needs an introduction. They have been featured on America’s Best Restaurants and Tennessee Crossroads, they offer a full scratch-made menu available from open to close right on the Murfreesboro Square.

Boro Bourbon & Brews located at 124 North Maple Street

Looking for a casual lunch spot with great flavor? Boro Bourbon & Brews offers hearty sandwiches, wings, grilled fish and daily specials that hit the spot every time. Pair it with their relaxed atmosphere, and you’ve got an easy, satisfying midday break right in the heart of downtown.

Brass Horn Coffee Roasters

While mostly known for specialty coffee, Brass Horn also offers pastries and light bites perfect for a casual lunch or coffee-and-lunch combo.

Happy’s Sports Lounge

Happy’s Sports Lounge is a fun and unexpected lunch option downtown. Open for lunch Friday through Sunday at 11 a.m., they offer Fatty Matty’s Pizza, salads, and a lineup of sweet treats perfect for a casual midday bite. It’s a great spot if you want lunch with a little personality.

Why Lunch Downtown?

Downtown Murfreesboro is walkable, local, and full of personality. Grabbing lunch from these small businesses keeps dollars local, supports your neighbors, and helps our historic district thrive.

Whether you want fast, fresh, indulgent, or protein-packed ,downtown has something waiting for you at lunchtime.