46 Best Bars in Knoxville

“Very Unique place. Nothing comes close. It’s Original and everyone who works there seem to be enjoying themselves and the concept. Loved the ambiance and the electronic music in the background. Interesting cocktails.“

“Great place, would highly recommend“

“So listen, if you're looking for one of the best dining experiences in the city, then why haven't you gone yet?! If amazing service, food, ambiance, and beverages are all relevant to your interests, then quit messing around and grab a freaking table! Wife and I love coming here for certain occasions, great way to celebrate, and we're always blown away by our dining experience. Always greeted by the awesome team upon entry and Adam, the GM, always comes to welcome us back! We've always had phenomenal service and last night was no different. Stephen was an absolute rockstar, I had him pick my cocktail based on flavor profiles and he and the bartender absolutely nailed it! We love doing multiple small plates, mixing in an entrée periodically, and it's always an incredible experience! Pro tip, wear a red dress and a red sequins jacket for date night = best seat in the house. Looking forward to the next occasion, cheers.“

“Great lunch with our 13 month old on the patio. Delicious Muscovy duck two ways, burger, and chicken tortilla soup. Always a favorite!“

“Went here for the first time last night and it was fantastic. The parmentier de canard (duck with mashed potatoes) was probably one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten. The ratatouille was also quite nice, though maybe a bit overpriced. The fromager came to our table and helped us select cheeses, which were amazing. French onion soup—what can I say? They know what they’re doing. Superb. The gateau Basque—wow. So creamy and flavorful, yet subtle. Even the espresso was great. Oh, and don’t forget the baguette and butter! Served warm in a paper wrapper…yum. Fantastic service from Nichole and the rest of the staff. The decor is beautiful Euro-bohemian. Cozy velvet booths, gorgeous art deco chandeliers, warm atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“Best place ever. So much fun on weekends. Peyton is awesome. Vols are awesome. Everyone is friendly. No stuck up girls.“

“A great little hidden spot in the split hotel, which is very convenient beside the convention center and sun sphere. I really loved the vibe of this little restaurant. The bartender was amazing. I met a couple travelers while I was there and the woman beside me had soup which looked delicious. I went in for a drink which was made very well. So good! There was plenty of seats at the bar and tvs up on the wall, so i'm guessing a good place to watch a game. There's a lot of different options for food and drinks.“

“Friendly and knowledgeable staff“

“Excellent cocktails and great farm to table food.“

“We held a wedding rehearsal dinner at the Knox Brew Hub. The service, food & drinks couldn’t have been better. The taco buffet was incredible! Zack is so accommodating, friendly & easy to work with. It was a great night! Couldn’t have been better!“

“Kim is amazing and the food here is delicious❤️ We will be back!!“

“Can't say enough good things about the place. Owners are both super nice and friendly as are the bartenders. Drinks we're awesome and expertly made. Highly recommend going here if you get the chance. We will be back! Tip; Try the old-fashioned.“

“Went to a bicycle related event yesterday and it was amazing. It’s just the right kind of feel that I was looking for. There’s also a bike lane leading directly there from UTK. Love it!“

“Some of the best people right here!“

“Nice but not pretentious. interesting selection“

“Ailis was a great and friendly bartender, huge beer and bourbon selection! Will definitely be back“

“Great place for a laid-back hang out. Great location. Great beers and drinks. I recommend ordering a margarita and enjoying the back patio. Make sure to check out the food truck as well, it's always great. Trailhead Beer Market has the friendliest and kindest service in town.“

“I really enjoyed the set up and it wasn't very pricey like I expected it to be. There were plenty of tables to sit around and a few board games to play while you drink. Neat set up. You pay with a card and they give you a wrist band to walk around and scan at different taps to choose whatever drink you want and they charge per ounce.“

“Was there on Sept 18th and went to the rooftop patio. Q was my bartender and was so nice! We had a great time hanging out with him and he made us some awesome drinks. Can’t wait to come back and sit at his bar again! 10/10 would recommend!“

“Great place to party with friends!“

“The Atmosphere and ambience is incredible. The drinks were awesome. Our bartender Simon was very friendly and took great care of us. Enjoyed!“

“Great drinks and amazing staff“

“fantastic staff, great place to just go hang out.“

“Food is great hand cut made to order fries!!!! Clean and friendly environment. Darts,pool,and golden tees golf highly recommend“

“Renea's Place has been my go-to, my "gonna be there every Friday," my "second home" if you will, for almost three years now. If you have not been yet, I highly suggest giving it a shot, especially on Friday (and Saturday) nights for karaoke!“

“First time visiting a Fat Tuesday and we were impressed! The owner was super sweet and offered us samples before buying. He was very helpful in our decision making and we enjoyed every sip! Super friendly environment. Also such a cute place! Look forward to next time!“

“Best place for live music!!“

“Yes yes yes yes and 100x YES! Such an awesome local brewery in Downtown! Great vibes, great beer. Love the partnership with next-door neighbor Pretentious Glass Co. — do not miss the gorgeous hand blown glass taps!!!! They even have some for sale! Awesome atmosphere and great outdoor patio space. Will be back!!!“

“Really Awesome place!! All the folks who work there are really friendly and I felt like I was family. Really nice bar inside as well as an outdoor bar and stage for live music. While I was there I saw two terrific bands, the opening act was great! They had a female singer who was very talented and the other members were just as exceptional. I didn't catch the band name however the headline act was The Blues Machine and I have to say they are one of the best blues bands I've ever seen anywhere! They are a three piece band with a drummer/singer who's voice is unbelievable! The guitarist is probably the best player in the region, he can play anything and make you feel it down in your soul! The bass player was solid and kept the groove in place.“

“This summer I had the privilege of being invited to 2 weddings whose receptions were held at the Crown Plaza (Julius and Knight brides). Both we’re different but also similar and stunning!!! The food was amazing in both as well as the staff, the room, service, etc. I was married 27 years ago and my reception was at the then Radisson, now Crown Plaza-always had a soft spot for it and all these years later still does a phenomenal reception!!“

“Truly would rate 4.5 if able. Drinks were great, recommend the blueberry creamsicle if you like sweet drinks. Only tried the popcorn which is why I gave the rating. Needs more flavor/butter. Would still come back!

Parking: Free street parking after 6, free lot within walking distance“

“Been waiting a loooong time for the irs to get the proper funding so they can be a more efficient service to the American people. Its about time! That Ed Polecat can pick out a mop sink faucet, but when it comes to knowing how our federal government works, that fella dont have a clue. He’s taken john moran from tripping balls to just plain trippin over his own feet. #fakenewstwins“

“Cold beer good people fast friendly service karaoke and comedy nights are awesome great place to come and just relax and hang out!!“

“Quaint little place, seems almost as if it were built in an alleyway between two buildings, which gives it its own charm and visual atmosphere. There's enough room for booth seating, and a porch area in the back. It's one of the closest bars to the local college campus, so the pricing is decent, the crowd is generally on the youthful side. Warning: the parking lot is oddly divided and some people have been booted for parking in the wrong section, just as for details if you're uncertain. The staff has always been friendly and accommodating, one of the bartenders even let us sample his barbecue and home-made sauce, which was delicious.“

“Amazing okra Roosters wrap“

“What a gem!!! Marie is amazing!!!“

“The name says it all. OUR PLACE“

“Service 10/10Drinks 10/10Food 9 /10Really enjoyed the Monkey Finger and Johnny Appleseed drinks. The 8:55 PM ritual was fun and the free sample was tasty. Burger and chicken sandwich were great and the side salads were well worth the upcharge. Waitress was attentive and friendly. worth the visit.“

“The best bar and bartenders around! Great vibe and people!“

“With the influx of trendy and pricey bars and restaurants downtown, it's refreshing to find a place like Suttree’s that embodies the “Keep Knoxville Scruffy” spirit I love. From the moment you walk in, you feel an immediate sense of comfort. The cozy bowls of delicious ramen, the nostalgic pinball machines, and the live local musicians all contribute to a unique and inviting atmosphere. The staff are incredible, always welcoming and eager to serve. Suttree’s is a true gem on Gay Street, and I highly recommend it.“

“Been going here for yrs n we love Mitzi Wallace Kirk.“

“I've lived/worked in sevierville/gatlinburg for the last 10 yrs. I don't drive to Knox bc the drive socks. Today was my best friend's birthday and I wish we would've made this our first stop bc we would've spent time here instead of trudging through a poor gauntlet of sub par bars. The fried pickles were great, the fried SMOKED GOUDA Mac and chz bites were also delicious!!! The cool bartender also entertained my shirt.....hopefully she reads this and knows that their demeanor and the overall atmosphere ensures that my friends and I will be there again. Thanks again!!!!“

“Will be back again this is our 2nd time here so good.“

“Great place to eat. Pert…….“

“Food always comes out fresh! Very delicious and service is great.“

“Great service awesome food“