Where to eat in Knoxville

University of Tennessee

Capybara Coffee

Food & Drink

Remedy Coffee

Coffee shop serving organic brews in rustic digs with high ceilings, brick walls, books & Wi-Fi.

Food & Drink

Awaken Coffee

Homey cafe offering craft coffee, tea, pastries & light fare, plus board games & comfy chairs.

Market Square

The Brass Pearl

South Knoxville

71 South

Food & Drink

Farmacy

Casual, airy restaurant crafting thoughtfully sourced Southern-inspired offerings, plus happy hour.

Food & Drink

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

Market Square

Oliver Royale

Inventive, seasonal American dishes, cocktails & weekend brunch in a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Old City

Osteria Stella

Old City

Old City Java

Relaxed coffee spot serving specialty coffee & tea along with a variety of freshly baked pastries.

Downtown

Lilou Brasserie

South Knoxville

Hi-Wire Brewing Knoxville

Market Square

Stock & Barrel

Stylish restaurant featuring thoughtfully sourced burgers & an extensive selection of bourbons.

Old City

STIR

Downtown

J.C. Holdway

Elevated choice for farm-fresh regional dishes, many cooked over a wood-fire grill, plus a full bar.

Marble City

Emma's Southern Kitchen

Old City

Southern Grit

Fourth & Gill

K Brew

Coffee, espresso & pastries doled out in cozy quarters with a cool vibe & some unique hammock seats.

Food & Drink

Connors Steak & Seafood

Neighborhood restaurant & bar serving aged steaks & fresh seafood in a warm atmosphere.

Old City

Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria

Tavern features a long list of craft brews & pub grub, plus pool tables & live music.

Market Square

Preservation Pub

Live music, pub food & beer served on 2 stories with a speakeasy vibe & a rooftop garden deck.

University of Tennessee

Sunspot

Rustic-chic spot for Southwestern, Caribbean & Latin American fare, vegetarian items & draft brews.

Downtown

Calhoun's On The River

Chain serving Tennessee BBQ, fresh-ground burgers & sandwiches, plus homestyle sides & craft beers.

Old City

Boyd’s Jig and Reel

This cozy pub serving traditional meals & libations hosts live Scottish, Irish & Appalachian music.