Downtown

Downtown includes Market Square with its eclectic blend of culinary delights, and the Old City which includes great restaurants, bars and nightlife.

Restaurants

Merchants of Beer

Knoxville, Downtown

137 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902

At Merchants of Beer you can enjoy a unique craft beer and cigar with a friend, or make a custom order of your favorite selections to go.

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Chesapeake's

Knoxville, Downtown

600 Union Ave Knoxville, TN 37902

Nautical antiques adorn the walls of this seafood house serving classic Eastern Shore-style dishes.

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Maple Hall

Knoxville, Downtown

414 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Maple Hall is a boutique 11-lane bowling alley located in the historic J.C. Penney building in the heart of downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. We offer a full-service bar, small plates, cozy lounge areas, a live stage and a 2-lane private VIP room. We are a spirited bowling experience that can ...

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Wagon Wheel

Knoxville, Downtown

115 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902

The Old City's ONLY Country Bar!

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Clancy's Tavern & Whiskey House

Knoxville, Downtown

602 S Gay St Knoxville, TN 37902

Cocktails, build-your-own sandwiches & classic Irish fare served in a traditional pub setting.

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Lonesome Dove Western Bistro

Knoxville, Downtown

100 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Lonesome Dove Knoxville features both classic and new tastes, with Knox-inspired dishes & drinks that showcase Love’s creative use of bold flavors, wild game, and signature wood-fired cooking techniques alongside a diverse wine program.

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The Lost Tavern

Knoxville, Downtown

20 Market Square, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37902

“Knoxville’s Noir True Crime Bar”. Sure, her lover is dead under suspicious circumstances, but did she do it? Have a few cocktails and make up your own mind…

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Calhoun's On the River

Knoxville, Downtown

400 Neyland Dr, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Pretentious Beer Co

Knoxville, Downtown

131 S Central St Knoxville, TN 37902

Pretentious Beer Co is the beer side of Pretentious Glass Co, celebrating all things craft and handmade. Featuring Craft Beer, Soda and Kombucha.

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Ruby Sunshine

Knoxville, Downtown

37 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

Ruby Sunshine brings the unique flavors of New Orleans to our all-day brunch and eye-opening cocktails.

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World's Fair Park

Knoxville, Downtown

Worlds Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916,

World's Fair site turned green space with interactive fountains, lakes & lawns for performances.

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Tupelo Honey Cafe

Knoxville, Downtown

1 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Bistro at the Bijou

Knoxville, Downtown

807 S Gay St Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Carleo's Lounge & Nightclub

Knoxville, Downtown

117 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Craft cocktails, wines & spirits in an industrial hangout, plus drink specials, DJs & a dance floor.

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Barley's Taproom & Pizzeria

Knoxville, Downtown

200 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915

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

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Southbound

Knoxville, Downtown

Spacious 3-floor nightclub with DJs, dancing & live concerts, plus an outdoor courtyard & stage.

106 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902

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Alliance Brewing Co

Knoxville, Downtown

1130 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920

Our mission is to brew quality beer and work with the community to evolve craft beer culture. We believe that craft beer can be a lifestyle. We are located near the South Knoxville Urban Wilderness and we happily support those who love the outdoors. Whatever your outdoor pursuit, we encourage ...

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Curious Dog Hotdogs & Sandwiches

Knoxville, Downtown

200 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

Specialty hot dogs, sandwiches, and cup cakes.

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Sapphire Fine Food & Fancy Drinks

Knoxville, Downtown

428 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Locavore Southern fare, liquors galore & weekend DJs in a stylishly renovated former jewelry store serving appetizers & tapas with dinner specials on Friday and Saturday.

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Scruffy City Hall

Knoxville, Downtown

32 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

Scruffy City Hall is Knoxville's Cathedral of Entertainment and Libations. With a TreeTable Forest overlooking Market Square Scruffy City Hall is A working piece of art on 3 levels.

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Cafe 4

Knoxville, Downtown

4 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

Refined Southern classics, wine & beer in a comfortable dining room with a mezzanine coffee shop.

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Chivo Taqueria

Knoxville, Downtown

314 South Gay St Knoxville, TN 37902

Chivo Taqueria is a unique, casual, full service restaurant that features our interpretation of tacos, fused with local ingredients.

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PostModern Spirits

Knoxville, Downtown

205 W Jackson Ave Suite 205, Knoxville, TN 37902

Knoxville's newest distillery offering authentically crafted spirits, both aged and unaged, and a comfy, fun craft cocktail bar/tasting room called Methodology at PostModern Spirits.

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The Mill & Mine

Knoxville, Downtown

227 W Depot Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

The Mill & Mine is a state-of-the-art concert and event venue nestled in historic downtown Knoxville.

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The French Market Creperie Downtown

Knoxville, Downtown

412 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Preservation Pub

Knoxville, Downtown

28 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Sweet P's BBQ & Downtown Dive

Knoxville, Downtown

410 W Jackson Ave Knoxville, TN 37902

Bi-level hub for slow-smoked meats & Southern comfort sides in a rustic space with exposed beams.

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Soccer Taco

Knoxville, Downtown

9 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

Fans watch games from around the world on multiple TVs & order from a long menu of Mexican food.

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Marble City Kitchen

Knoxville, Downtown

501 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

The Marble City Kitchen and The Firefly are the newest additions to downtown Knoxville's restaurant scene! Perfect spot for office happy hours, quick work lunches and weekend socializing.

Inside you will find our full-service restaurant, Marble City Kitchen, offers a twist on high quality southern fare with a diverse ...

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Not Watson's Kitchen + Bar

Knoxville, Downtown

15 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Kaizen

Knoxville, Downtown

416 W Clinch Ave Knoxville, TN 37902

Kaizen is a laid back Asian restaurant located in the heart of downtown Knoxville, just a block and a half off Market Square.

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J.C. Holdway

Knoxville, Downtown

501 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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The Casual Pint Downtown

Knoxville, Downtown

421 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

Relaxed taproom featuring a large selection of craft brews, plus growlers & packaged beer to go.

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Knox Whiskey Works

Knoxville, Downtown

516 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

Knoxville, Tennessee's first (legal) distillery producing corn whiskey, gin, barrel-aged gin, coffee liqueur, herbal liqueur and soon, bourbon aged in barrels.

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The Tomato Head in Market Square

Knoxville, Downtown

12 Market Square Knoxville, Tennessee 37902

A Market Square restaurant that was called by the New York Times as “the nexus for all things hip and happening in town” is well-known for our vegan and vegetarian fare.

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The Double S Wine Bar

Knoxville, Downtown

129 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Napa Valley inspired wine bar serving wine flights, gourmet cheese & desserts.

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Stock & Barrel

Knoxville, Downtown

35 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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Bijou Theatre

Knoxville, Downtown

803 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

The Historic Bijou Theatre strives to bring special cultural and entertainment events that will enrich the lives of East Tennesseans, stimulate cultural diversity, promote the growth of downtown, and reflect excellence in the performing arts.

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Vienna Coffee House

Knoxville, Downtown

318 N Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37917

We are your cozy neighborhood cafe—a great place to meet over coffee or local craft beer.

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Balter Beerworks

Knoxville, Downtown

100 S Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37902

Lofty taproom with a spacious backyard doles out Mexican & Southern-inspired eats & draft beers.

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Babalu Tapas & Tacos

Knoxville, Downtown

412 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Babalu Tacos & Tapas, an Eat Here Brands concept, is a fun, hip restaurant serving up bold flavors using fresh ingredients from local suppliers. You will find a variety of authentic gourmet tacos and Latin-style tapas with a Southern twist.

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Pour Taproom

Knoxville, Downtown

207 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

No prepaying, just open a tab and you’re free to taste the most unique selection of 68 different taps of craft beers, ciders, mead & wines in Knoxville. We also have a dog-friendly covered boardwalk patio!

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SoKno Taco Cantina

Knoxville, Downtown

3701 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920

Locally owned taco restaurant located in beautiful South Knoxville. We provide a SoCal/street style taco menu. Close to Ijams Nature Center and AMBC biking trails. 22 beers on tap! Great food!

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Tennessee Theatre

Knoxville, Downtown

604 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Knoxville's Grand Entertainment Palace! The Tennessee Theatre is a 1920s-era movie palace, located in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee at 604 South Gay Street.

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Emilia

Knoxville, Downtown

16 Market Sq Knoxville, TN 37902

Emilia serves simple, seasonal Italian cuisine inspired by the Emilia-Romanga region of Italy. All our pastas are made in-house daily.

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Knox Mason

Knoxville, Downtown

131 S Gay St Knoxville, TN 37902

Intimate venue with a seasonal menu of modern Southern fare, plus a full bar with craft cocktails.

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Suttree's High Gravity Tavern

Knoxville, Downtown

409 S Gay St Knoxville, TN 37902

Neighborhood bar in downtown Knoxville, TN specializing in a excellent selection of regular and high gravity craft brews and fine spirits

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Oliver Royale

Knoxville, Downtown

5 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

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

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