Found a small bug in my food. Servers acted like it was my fault a bug was in there. We were eventually able to get a refund but safe to say I will not be coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Eric DeGrove
FYI. 21+, even at lunch I guess.
Sydney Hughes
Staff is fun and welcoming, I love the atmosphere and vibe here. If you are in Knox, you totally have to come check out Cool Beans!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jordyn Dieter
If you ever find yourself at Cool Beans and don’t end up at Kevin’s bar… you’ve done the night wrong. Kevin is the undefeated GOAT of bartending — the mastermind behind the legendary Purple Hooter (beware, it goes down smooth and hits HARD), and the silent assassin responsible for more blackouts than a citywide power outage.
Whether you want to sip something sweet, dance on a table, or forget your ex’s name, Kevin’s got your back (and your next drink). Cool Beans wouldn’t be Cool Beans without him. Tip him big — trust me, your night depends on it. 🍸🍻💜
This man isn’t just a bartender. He’s a beverage wizard, a cocktail therapist, a shot sensei. When Kevin’s behind the bar, it’s not “drinks being made,” it’s a full-blown Broadway-level mixology performance. I asked for a vodka soda, and somehow it came with a side of emotional healing, life advice, and the confidence of Beyoncé. Kevin doesn’t just pour drinks, he pours vibes.
Mallory Gedeon
Great atmosphere and service! Kevin was seriously the best bartender I have ever met. I enjoyed playing the darts as well. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hope King
Great place and great people!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eoin Oliver
Marvellous little place. I was full of beans when I went here.
Ethan Stanley
Cool beans is the place. Start a backgammon club. Levi was awesome. He constantly kept my cup full.
Chelsea Baker
Levi is the best bartender in Knoxville! the bar is cheap and fun nothing else can describe a night at cool beans besides fun and energetic the energy is insane! and the drinks are cheap we love cool beans!!!!
Whoever was bouncing on 3/14 around 12:00 harassed me and made my experience awful. He asked to see personal photos of me from my phone before letting me in. When I refused he denied me and my friend entry.
Ashley R
I came in with a real tennessee id; the blonde bouncer would not let me in: the manager refused to look at my id to verify. t
Eliana Riley
There was little food variation and few options for those with dietary restrictions. The service was terrible! I waited nearly 20 minutes for my drink, and then the bartender asked me if I wanted my change!? The audacity after I waited so long. The whole bar was dirty, the bathrooms were grimey and disgusting. I don't recommend that anyone visit this bar.
Jason Quicksall
Great spot, it was strange though apparently they love Ohio State, kept hearing their fight song on the jukebox
Found a small bug in my food. Servers acted like it was my fault a bug was in there. We were eventually able to get a refund but safe to say I will not be coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
FYI. 21+, even at lunch I guess.
Staff is fun and welcoming, I love the atmosphere and vibe here. If you are in Knox, you totally have to come check out Cool Beans!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you ever find yourself at Cool Beans and don’t end up at Kevin’s bar… you’ve done the night wrong. Kevin is the undefeated GOAT of bartending — the mastermind behind the legendary Purple Hooter (beware, it goes down smooth and hits HARD), and the silent assassin responsible for more blackouts than a citywide power outage.
Whether you want to sip something sweet, dance on a table, or forget your ex’s name, Kevin’s got your back (and your next drink). Cool Beans wouldn’t be Cool Beans without him. Tip him big — trust me, your night depends on it. 🍸🍻💜
#KevinMadeMeDoIt #PurpleHooterProblems #BlackoutBliss
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This man isn’t just a bartender. He’s a beverage wizard, a cocktail therapist, a shot sensei. When Kevin’s behind the bar, it’s not “drinks being made,” it’s a full-blown Broadway-level mixology performance. I asked for a vodka soda, and somehow it came with a side of emotional healing, life advice, and the confidence of Beyoncé.
Kevin doesn’t just pour drinks, he pours vibes.
Great atmosphere and service! Kevin was seriously the best bartender I have ever met. I enjoyed playing the darts as well. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place and great people!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marvellous little place. I was full of beans when I went here.
Cool beans is the place. Start a backgammon club. Levi was awesome. He constantly kept my cup full.
Levi is the best bartender in Knoxville! the bar is cheap and fun nothing else can describe a night at cool beans besides fun and energetic the energy is insane! and the drinks are cheap we love cool beans!!!!
Restaurantji Recommends
The beans here are very much cool.
Whoever was bouncing on 3/14 around 12:00 harassed me and made my experience awful. He asked to see personal photos of me from my phone before letting me in. When I refused he denied me and my friend entry.
I came in with a real tennessee id; the blonde bouncer would not let me in: the manager refused to look at my id to verify. t
There was little food variation and few options for those with dietary restrictions. The service was terrible! I waited nearly 20 minutes for my drink, and then the bartender asked me if I wanted my change!? The audacity after I waited so long. The whole bar was dirty, the bathrooms were grimey and disgusting. I don't recommend that anyone visit this bar.
Great spot, it was strange though apparently they love Ohio State, kept hearing their fight song on the jukebox
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