The best cafes in Knoxville

4 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

1915 W Broadway Ave (Maryville)

Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

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Quick Fix Coffee LLC in Maryville lives up to its name with unfussy, get-you-going coffee that’s perfect for early commutes or a midday…

314 N Washington St (Maryville)

Quick Fix Coffee LLC in Maryville lives up to its name with unfussy, get-you-going coffee that’s perfect for early commutes or a midday reset. Close enough for Knoxville folks to make it a habit, it’s the kind of reliable spot that quietly becomes your go-to.

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Calamity’s Coffee Jackson Square doesn’t just pour drinks, they build them with you. Tell them what you like and they’ll riff a custom…

219 Jackson Square (Oak Ridge)

Calamity’s Coffee Jackson Square doesn’t just pour drinks, they build them with you. Tell them what you like and they’ll riff a custom coffee or tea that matches your tastebuds, served with genuine respect and a habit of supporting fellow small businesses that keeps Oak Ridge feeling like home.

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Craving a no-drama cup or a treat-yourself latte, Brew Krew Coffee pours the kind of steady, satisfying coffee that turns errands into a…

197 Foothills Mall Dr PK5 (Maryville)

Craving a no-drama cup or a treat-yourself latte, Brew Krew Coffee pours the kind of steady, satisfying coffee that turns errands into a mini victory lap. Friendly, local, and proudly unfussy, it’s fluent in the Maryville love language of caffeine.

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