Chesapeake's Seafood Restaurant

We had a lovely, attentive server who paced our meal well. The ahi tuna salad is a favorite. All in all, a great experience. Thanks!

After a long day traveling, we ended with dinner at Chesapeake. Our waitress was amazing (I know her name started with S!) and guided us to the grouper which was perfect. Added a dozen grilled oyster (seriously a must) and the blue crab stuffed mushrooms (now my favorite). So worth skipping lunch. Best meal we've had in a long time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food at a reasonable price

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had an absolutely outstanding experience at Chesapeake’s Seafood Restaurant! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed and offered comfortable inside seating with our service dog — no issues at all, just friendly and professional service. Our server, Zack, was phenomenal the entire evening. He was attentive, courteous, and made us feel truly valued as guests.

Every bad review we’ve seen simply doesn’t reflect what we experienced here. The staff’s professionalism and attentiveness exceeded our expectations, and the food was exactly what you’d hope for from a quality seafood restaurant — fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.

We were visiting from Atlanta, and this visit alone has convinced us to return the next time we’re in town. Highly recommend both Chesapeake’s Seafood Restaurant and our exceptional server, Zack, for anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was good. Restrooms were dirty and our server was quite rude and we never got any refills.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 2

Great foody experience in Knoxville Tennessee! When you think Knoxville you don't think seafood but Chesapeake's Seafood Restaurant was fantastic. The food was excellent, service top-notch, and the price was totally reasonable. From the crab dip to the lobster linguine, everything was delicious. Will definitely go again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Fish, Fried Shrimp, Fried Seafood Platter, Clam Chowder, Broiled Seafood with Rice

The other reviews were right about roaches. Sitting on lower level across from bathroom, roach climbed on table. Tammy, the manager was absolutely atrocious. She acted like she did not even care. Find a new job or start a cleaning company!!!!!

Always a great time at chesapeake's! The appetizers for happy hour are amazing! And so is the food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Peter was our server! He was fantastic. Service was top-notch. He kept up with all of our requests even my picky friends, and didn't miss a beat with all the jokes at the table. I will come back and request Peter again.

Had a great time here with my wife. The crab cakes and seafood salad were excellent and the house IPA beer was surprisingly good. The only dissappointing thing was other patrons who were slovenly, loud and generally annoying. Sad to see people disrespect a nice restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Did not honor my reservation. Food and service were as expected but incredibly disappointed that my reservation wasn't honored and that I was put in line as if I was a walk up. Showed up 10 minutes earlier than my listed time and waited 45 minutes to be sat.

Was my Birthday and everything was absolutely perfect. Our server Sam Conner was the best, very attentive without being overbearing.

First time there and was very pleased with everything. Food was great, service was great. Honestly exceeded my expectations for seafood this far inland. Will be back the next time the mood strikes!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a birthday dinner and the food and service were excellent. From the drinks to the calamari starter and main courses were tasty and well prepared. Our server, Arnold, was one of the best servers we've had anywhere. He took the time to explain items on the menu and make recommendations as well. Highly recommend both Chesapeake's and Arnold.

We love Chesapeake's and were excited to take my sister there. My salmon was delicious, as was my husband's ahi tuna. My sister had the grouper, however, and it was overcooked and tough. Sigh. I know we should have sent it back, but it was late and we were tired. Just watch the cooking times, y'all.