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Your Local Spot for Fresh Comfort Food in Trade, TN
Sharpie's Restaurant has been a cornerstone of the Trade, TN community since 1989. Originally established as Traders Gap Restaurant, the business was renamed Sharpie's by previous owners Bob and Gale Isaacs, honoring Bob's grandfather. In September 2019, brothers Robert and Richard Townsend acquired the restaurant, preserving its legacy while introducing fresh energy. Robert, with 38 years in long-haul trucking, sought a home-based venture to prioritize family and community, while Richard brings 27 years of manufacturing expertise.

Our team remains committed to serving quality, fresh comfort food in a family-friendly environment, maintaining traditions that make Sharpie's a gathering place for locals and travelers alike. We specialize in breakfast, lunch, dinner, catering, and Friday/Saturday night fish fries, combining home-cooked meals with attentive service. Our history, community focus, and dedication to quality ensure every visit reflects the values that have sustained us for over three decades.
Services
Breakfast Menu Lunch & Dinner Catering Services Fish Fry Nights Salad Bar Children's Menu Takeout Orders Dessert Selection Beverage Bar Event Catering
Details
  • Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
  • We serve home-cooked comfort food made fresh daily using time-tested recipes.
  • Our family-friendly atmosphere welcomes guests of all ages with attentive service.
  • Catering available for events from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.
  • We maintain decades-old traditions while adapting to modern customer needs.
  • Located at the NC/TN state line, offering convenient access for regional diners.
What people say
Great food Friendly service Cozy atmosphere Delicious breakfast Attentive staff
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Services
Breakfast Menu
Served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM, our breakfast menu features eggs, omelets, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, and specialty items like the Sharpie's Special. All meals include toast/jelly and coffee refills. Our home-cooked breakfasts use fresh ingredients and family recipes to deliver comforting flavors.
Lunch & Dinner
Offering hearty sandwiches, burgers, steaks, seafood, and daily specials from 11:00 AM until closing. Every plate includes sides like fries or baked potato, coleslaw or salad, and rolls. Our dinner entrees feature premium cuts of meat and generous portions for satisfying meals.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for weddings, business meetings, family reunions, and private parties. Our catering includes customized menus, delivery, setup, and service staff to ensure your event runs smoothly while impressing guests with our signature home-cooked quality.
Fish Fry Nights
Fridays and Saturdays feature our popular fish fry with flounder, calabash shrimp, Alaskan whitefish, and seafood combos. Served with fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, and optional house salad, these nightly specials attract seafood lovers from across the region.
Takeout Orders
Enjoy our home-cooked meals at home with convenient takeout options. We offer full menu availability for takeout with careful packaging to maintain freshness. Add $0.65 for to-go cups and enjoy restaurant-quality meals anywhere.
People
Robert Townsend
General Manager
With 38 years in long-haul trucking, Robert Townsend transitioned to restaurant ownership in 2019 to prioritize family and community. He oversees daily operations while maintaining the establishment's traditional values.
Richard Townsend
Co-Owner
Richard Townsend brings 27 years of manufacturing experience to Sharpie's Restaurant. As co-owner, he manages backend operations while balancing his role as factory head at Hospitality Mints in Boone, NC.
Questions
What are Sharpie's Restaurant hours of operation?
We're open Monday-Tuesday 6 AM-2 PM, Wednesday-Saturday 6 AM-8 PM, and closed Sundays.
Do you offer catering services for special events?
Yes, we cater weddings, business meetings, family reunions, and private parties with customized menus.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash and credit cards for all dine-in, takeout, and catering orders.
Are there options for large groups or parties?
We accommodate large parties with advance notice and offer banquet catering options.
What makes Sharpie's breakfast special?
Our breakfast features made-from-scratch biscuits & gravy, hearty omelets, and the popular Sharpie's Special hash brown dish.
Do you have vegetarian menu options?
While our menu focuses on meat-based dishes, we offer omelets, pancakes, and sides that can be customized for vegetarians.