The best restaurants in Knoxville

Zukku Sushi treats every roll like a canvas, with chefs turning top-notch ingredients into edible little masterpieces. When your week needs…

2201 Kerns Rising Way · ✓ checked Jul 31

When you need a proper burger this week, The Burgers hand-patties USDA choice beef and seasons it right, with chicken marinated 48 hours,…

1420 E Emory Rd · ✓ checked Jul 31

Dazzo's Pizzeria brings hand-crafted pies and savory pastas, always made fresh daily. Whether you dine in or let their fast, reliable…

710 S Gay St · ✓ checked Jul 31

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

324 N Peters Rd

Mobile eatery (or sometimes BBQ joint) dishing up pit-smoked ribs and brisket.

920 Ebenezer Rd

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

7641 Kingston Pike

BBQ sandwiches & plates served with sides & draft beer in a low-key space with sports memorabilia.

3621 Sutherland Ave

Casual eatery serving scratch-made steaks and seafood alongside cocktails with artisanal ice.

217 Willow Ave

Relaxed spot for Japanese fare such as ramen, yakitori, and sushi, plus cocktails.

109 Willow Ave

Trendy venue with plush seats featuring oysters, steaks and craft cocktails.

111 E Jackson Ave #103

Old-school eatery serving Italian & American classics, from pasta to burgers, in a no-frills setup.

4661 Old Broadway

Traditional Italian eatery for pasta, seafood & meat amid a makeshift wooden hut facade & ivy vines.

125 N Peters Rd

Sports-bar chain known for its waitresses, serving American comfort food in lodgelike surroundings.

135 N Northshore Dr

Charming Southern-style eatery and bar serving pancakes and Benedicts, as well as cocktails.

37 Market Square

Casual, clean restaurant with a stage dishing up Vietnamese specialties.

9117 Executive Park Dr NW

Traditional & new spins on seafood rolls & other Japanese dishes in relaxed surroundings.

506 S Gay St

Upscale-casual Italian chain serving pasta, grilled dishes, pizza & cocktails amid Roman-ruin decor.

106 Major Reynolds Pl

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

5 Market Square

Pizza parlor with a casual atmosphere, featuring NY-style pies baked with San Marzano tomatoes.

701 N Cherry St #103

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

501 Union Ave

Modern, minimalist cafe serving American breakfasts, lunches & Saturday brunch, with a local focus.

1210 Kenesaw Ave

Elegant farm-to-table tasting menus served in a regal wood-beamed barn at Blackberry Farm.

1471 W Millers Cove Rd (Townsend)

Generous portions of classic breakfast & brunch, plus cocktails, doled out in a roomy, hip eatery.

7428 S Northshore Dr

Informal chain outpost serving grilled steaks, prime rib & seafood, plus a variety of wines.

9700 Kingston Pike #21

Parlor dating back to 1961 offering pies & pastas in a dinerlike space with a drive-in.

3132 E Magnolia Ave

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

1830 Cumberland Ave Ste 103

Casual Japanese eatery known for sushi rolls & savory noodle dishes in a cozy ambiance with a patio.

9405 S Northshore Dr

Casual, kid-friendly hangout serving burgers and the signature wings (both boneless and traditional options available).

7804 Montvue Center Way

Steak, seafood & an extensive wine list, plus Sunday brunch, served in an exposed-brick space.

7316 Kingston Pike

Classic Italian cuisine with wines, presented in rustic-chic environs with a wine-bottle chandelier.

7316 Kingston Pike

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

5018 Kingston Pike

Eatery with a sushi bar, offering Japanese dishes, such as dumplings, tempura and hibachi specialties alongside beer, sake, wine.

5328 Millertown Pike

Retro haunt with vintage decor offering classic bar food with a modern twist & regional craft beers.

15 Market Square

Sophisticated lounge at the top of the Hyatt Place with a fire pit, cocktails, and panoramic city views.

530 S Gay St

Casual eatery dishing up hibachi dishes such as steak and shrimp, plus sushi.

7419 Middlebrook Pike

Sleek, stone & steel decor plus water views for a long menu of surf 'n' turf & buzzing happy hour.

10911 Concord Park Dr

Casual American hangout featuring flatbreads, craft beers & whiskeys, plus a patio & sports on TV.

1204 N Central St

Local chain open late for calzones with diverse fillings, including chili dog & cheesecake versions.

1823 Cumberland Ave

Popular place serving steamed buns, Asian dishes & draft beer in a chill space with a covered patio.

127 S Central St

Vibrant restaurant in a historic bank, offering Latin dishes & a swanky cocktail lounge in a vault.

The Holston, 531 S Gay St

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

10915 Turkey Dr

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

35 Market Square

Neighborhood-style restaurant focusing on fried chicken wings.

5227 Clinton Hwy

Cozy bistro with a seasonal menu of comfort fare to accompany shows in the attached theater.

807 S Gay St

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

200 E Jackson Ave

Chill establishment for barbecue staples like ribs and brisket offered alongside sides and desserts, plus beer, bourbon and cocktails.

312 S Gay St

Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.

319 Lovell Rd

Varied wood-fired sourdough pizzas with beer & wine on tap in a family-friendly space.

516 Williams St

Traditional & new spins on seafood rolls & other Japanese dishes in relaxed surroundings.

260 N Peters Rd

Craft cocktails and small plates are offered at this neighborhood restaurant and bar.

1020 Ebenezer Rd

Casual diner dishing up a variety of chicken dishes, from gizzards to wings.

115 Brooklawn St (Farragut)

Extensive menu of classic sushi, creative rolls, & hibachi (grill) in an interior lit with neon.

19 Market Square

Casual eatery serving burgers in a variety of combinations, as well as fried pickles and some pizzas.

1120 Sevier Ave

Global small plates pair with wines, bourbons & creative cocktails in a modern, wood-accented space.

607 N Campbell Station Rd

Relaxed spot featuring familiar American bites, beer, wine and cocktails.

215 Brookview Centre Way #109

French crêperie in cozy space of chandeliers & bleached wood, plus sandwiches, cider & import shop.

412 Clinch Ave

Casual, family-owned restaurant featuring flame-grilled steaks & housemade desserts since 1968.

6838 Chapman Hwy

Relaxed counter-serve outlet offers homemade pizza & beer on tap plus salads, sandwiches & calzones.

4618 Kingston Pike

Pizza place featuring a variety of pies in a casual space with picnic tables and outdoor seating.

1103 Sevier Ave

Branch of a laid-back chain known for Southern food & all-day breakfast selections.

11683 Parkside Dr

An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

1 Market Square

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

400 Neyland Dr

Casual, sports-centric eatery serving steaks, BBQ, and pizza, plus live entertainment.

950 E Emory Rd

Creative & exotic American fare, plus innovative cocktails, in an upscale rustic-chic space.

100 N Central St

No-frills eatery offering Chinese & Thai favorites including crab rangoon & pad Thai.

7052 Kingston Pike

Diners select from 12 cuts of meat carved tableside in this Brazilian steakhouse with a salad bar.

6901 Kingston Pike