A hidden gem by the highway! This charming little coffee shop is the perfect escape from the rush — cosy, quiet, and thoughtfully designed with warm, detailed interiors that make you want to linger. The coffee is excellent, the bites are fresh and satisfying, and the host greets you with genuine warmth. Ideal for a peaceful pit stop or a quick pick-me-up on the go.
Cassandra Hodgson
Happened to stop here on our way out of Knoxville and so glad we did! You could feel how much love goes into every coffee and pastry. The quiche was amazing and the lavender cornbread was perfectly balanced. Thank you for the great send off.
S S (Food Dog)
OMG! I love this place and its owner Sherene! The coffee is excellent & the pastries are full of love! I just had the blueberry lavender cornbread and it’s so delicious!!! All homemade with the best ingredients by a passionate owner! If you care about details, quality & love go here!
K Aug
Perk City is a charming yet trendy coffee spot, perfect for those who appreciate a smooth, flavorful brew. The owner offers an impressive variety of flavors to customize your coffee just the way you like it.
Like many small businesses, the shop faced challenges during COVID, losing employees and having to reduce hours. But despite the hardships, it persevered and remains a beloved local gem.
Beyond great coffee, Perk City serves homemade quiche and blueberry muffins—both delicious, though a bit on the pricey side.
The ambiance is warm, inviting, and rich with history, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind. Stop by and experience it for yourself—you won’t be disappointed!
Jesse Donk
Owner Sherene was very kind, and the coffee was fantastic. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!
Amazing coffee shop in surprising workaday location. Lovely proprietress makes all the tasty treats, including quiches. Top shelf coffee. Grand room with abundant comfortable seating options.
Tracey Miree
Warm and inviting atmosphere that is filled with the love of the history in the Community and for All Mankind. Blessings to you and all you love and hold close.
Bekah Dudley
This is a great little place. The owner is very kind, has made sure I’m satisfied with my coffee both times I came in. Good prices and great coffee. I definitely will recommend! Theres a lot of places to sit, which a lot of coffee shops DONT have! There’s tons of flavors too. Delish!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dara Case
Perk City Coffee exceeded all of my expectations and more. I first want to say that the owner who greeted me upon entering the door is so great. She had such a warm positive attitude, and I really appreciated her hospitality. As far as the coffee goes, it is hands down the best I’ve ever had (perfect temperature, not too sweet, etc). I had a delicious breakfast consisting of a bacon and onion quiche, as well as the to DIE for apple fritter incredibites… This paired wonderfully with the Cappuccino which was made to perfection. On the way out, the owner made me one of her favorite coffee’s, a blackberry white chocolate mocha and it did NOT disappoint. The coffee, food, conversation and overall atmosphere made this a place I will be coming back to again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Incredibites, Apple Fritter, Quiche
Awesome apple fritter and coffee!! Love this place!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lauren Hiddleson
This place is a gem! The owner is so kind. I went in for the first time today and got apple fritter monkey bread and a blackberry white chocolate latte. Both were superb! The owner makes all the baked goods in house. I know moms are hesitant to go somewhere without a drive-thru because you have to unload all the kids, but not to worry! I learned today that if you call, they'll bring your coffee out to you. They also have a nice changing table which can sometimes be hard to find. Do yourself a favor and check this place out!
Kid-friendliness: Changing table Curbside if you call ahead
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Apple Fritter
Rebekah Dudley
This is a great little place. The owner is very kind, has made sure I’m satisfied with my coffee both times I came in. Good prices and great coffee. I definitely will recommend! Theres a lot of places to sit, which a lot of coffee shops DONT have! There’s tons of flavors too. Delish!!
Alyssa Michelle
Very cozy coffee shop. She makes her bakery from scratch. I had blueberry muffins and ice pumpkin latte. They were good. Love to shop local and this place is a cute little gem to find. Parking is in the rear.
A hidden gem by the highway! This charming little coffee shop is the perfect escape from the rush — cosy, quiet, and thoughtfully designed with warm, detailed interiors that make you want to linger. The coffee is excellent, the bites are fresh and satisfying, and the host greets you with genuine warmth. Ideal for a peaceful pit stop or a quick pick-me-up on the go.
Happened to stop here on our way out of Knoxville and so glad we did! You could feel how much love goes into every coffee and pastry. The quiche was amazing and the lavender cornbread was perfectly balanced. Thank you for the great send off.
OMG! I love this place and its owner Sherene!
The coffee is excellent & the pastries are full of love! I just had the blueberry lavender cornbread and it’s so delicious!!! All homemade with the best ingredients by a passionate owner!
If you care about details, quality & love go here!
Perk City is a charming yet trendy coffee spot, perfect for those who appreciate a smooth, flavorful brew. The owner offers an impressive variety of flavors to customize your coffee just the way you like it.
Like many small businesses, the shop faced challenges during COVID, losing employees and having to reduce hours. But despite the hardships, it persevered and remains a beloved local gem.
Beyond great coffee, Perk City serves homemade quiche and blueberry muffins—both delicious, though a bit on the pricey side.
The ambiance is warm, inviting, and rich with history, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind. Stop by and experience it for yourself—you won’t be disappointed!
Owner Sherene was very kind, and the coffee was fantastic. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!
Helpful owner, impressive customer service, delicious coffee!
Amazing coffee shop in surprising workaday location. Lovely proprietress makes all the tasty treats, including quiches. Top shelf coffee. Grand room with abundant comfortable seating options.
Warm and inviting atmosphere that is filled with the love of the history in the Community and for All Mankind. Blessings to you and all you love and hold close.
This is a great little place. The owner is very kind, has made sure I’m satisfied with my coffee both times I came in. Good prices and great coffee. I definitely will recommend! Theres a lot of places to sit, which a lot of coffee shops DONT have! There’s tons of flavors too. Delish!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perk City Coffee exceeded all of my expectations and more. I first want to say that the owner who greeted me upon entering the door is so great. She had such a warm positive attitude, and I really appreciated her hospitality. As far as the coffee goes, it is hands down the best I’ve ever had (perfect temperature, not too sweet, etc). I had a delicious breakfast consisting of a bacon and onion quiche, as well as the to DIE for apple fritter incredibites… This paired wonderfully with the Cappuccino which was made to perfection. On the way out, the owner made me one of her favorite coffee’s, a blackberry white chocolate mocha and it did NOT disappoint. The coffee, food, conversation and overall atmosphere made this a place I will be coming back to again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Incredibites, Apple Fritter, Quiche
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Great coffee, helpful staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome apple fritter and coffee!! Love this place!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a gem! The owner is so kind. I went in for the first time today and got apple fritter monkey bread and a blackberry white chocolate latte. Both were superb! The owner makes all the baked goods in house.
I know moms are hesitant to go somewhere without a drive-thru because you have to unload all the kids, but not to worry! I learned today that if you call, they'll bring your coffee out to you. They also have a nice changing table which can sometimes be hard to find. Do yourself a favor and check this place out!
Kid-friendliness: Changing table
Curbside if you call ahead
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Apple Fritter
This is a great little place. The owner is very kind, has made sure I’m satisfied with my coffee both times I came in. Good prices and great coffee. I definitely will recommend! Theres a lot of places to sit, which a lot of coffee shops DONT have! There’s tons of flavors too. Delish!!
Very cozy coffee shop. She makes her bakery from scratch. I had blueberry muffins and ice pumpkin latte. They were good. Love to shop local and this place is a cute little gem to find. Parking is in the rear.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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