In a world that is continually speeding out of control, sometimes it is good to slow down a bit. Tennesseeans know how to turn down the dial and live life at a slower pace. We have time for people and we make room to help others; it comes down to a true value system that we hold near and dear to our hearts. You will find that same Southern hospitality and more at Forbus General Store in Pall Mall, Tennessee. Over the years Forbus General Store has gained a reputation and has a loyal local following for its fudge and old Southern charm. And there is always a spot at the table if you want to play a traditional card game. It’s things like these that put this store on the map and sets it apart from other general stores in Tennessee.

Forbus General Store Sits in a scenic valley. It is far enough away from major cities to be out of the way but located on the well-traveled Route 127.
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The store has an old charm to it and is registered as a historic building. The structure itself has been used for many things since its opening in 1892 - a post office, a pharmacy, and even a feed mill. Now it’s being used to fill the owner's lifelong dream of owning a country store.
When you step in, you will be greeted with tons of nostalgia. Classic creaking floorboards, and that old smell that is all too familiar to those who have frequented these kinds Tennessee general stores.
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Homemade jams line the wall, as hot sauces, and interesting treasures, alongside your typical canned goods and candy. The store has a little bit of everything and it is worth exploring.
One of the main draws of Forbus General Store is the fudge.
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It is made right in the store and praised by travelers and locals alike. It has a variety of flavors to choose from like rocky road, vanilla pecan, and the ever classic peanut butter. Check out all of these flavors and more behind the glass display case to indulge your sweet tooth.

Some visitors come to get a soda and chips or other "on-the-go kind of snacks for a road trip," but if you are really hungry, make sure to come for some good old country cooking.

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Hungry guests looking for a meal will be treated to burgers, chicken sandwiches, beans, potatoes, cornbread, and much more. You can expect a heaping dose of some good old country cooking when you show up at Forbus. Rotating specials are also a regular feature, so you never know what you might get any given day.
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Then, for dessert, make sure you check out another highly sought-after delectable treat: ice cream. It has a variety of flavors to choose from but they also specialize in making these beautifully delicious artisan milkshakes, which are a must-have. Also don't forget to grab a block of fudge for later on.
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What brings in people more than anything else is a simple card game called Pig.
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The game's origin seems to be lost, but if you ask Pig players, they all seem to point back to this region of Tennessee. Pig is played with a regular deck of cards, and you can find a group in the back of the store playing the game daily. They would be happy to deal you in, so you can get the true Forbus General Store experience.

Next time you are traveling on Route 127 make sure you stop by this country store in Pall Mall, Tennessee. You can come for the treasures, the food, or the fellowship, but we encourage you to experience the seemingly long-lost art of the country store at Forbus General Store. Check out the genesis of this little store and how it all started as one man’s dream to own a general store. Also, this Tennessee Cross Roads video will tell you the rules for the local favorite card game called Pig. 

If you love hidden gems off the beaten path then make sure to travel to the southern part of Tennesee for an amazing boardwalk trail through the Ghost River swamp.

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Forbus General Store, 3902 N York Hwy, Pall Mall, TN 38577, USA