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Clarksville Conversations: Johnny Meeks and Justin Meeks on legend of Johnny’s Big Burger | PODCAST

Clarksville Conversations: Johnny Meeks and Justin Meeks on legend of Johnny’s Big Burger | PODCAST

From the left, Charlie Koon, Johnny’s Big Burger owner Justin Meeks and former owner Johnny Meeks. Photo: Clarksville Now


CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Johnny’s Big Burger has been Clarksville’s go-to local burger joint since 1965.

This week on Clarksville Conversations, former owner Johnny Meeks and current owner Justin Meeks talk to Charlie Koon about the ins and outs of running a local restaurant and the story of Johnny’s famous honey bun with ice cream.

Johnny’s Big Burger is at 428 College St. in downtown Clarksville.

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