Potchke
$ • Vegan
Hours:
318 N Gay St #103, Knoxville
(865) 343-1402
About Potchke
Customers' Favorites
Farmer Frittata Sandwich
Lemon Poppyseed Babka
Trad Pastrami Reuben
Pastrami Egg & Cheese
Borscht Pampushki
Pastrami Sandwich
Everything Babka
Assorted Babkas
Whitefish Bialy
Chocolate Babka
Potchke Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 9AM - 3PM |
| Tuesday | 9AM - 3PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM - 3PM |
| Thursday | 9AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 9AM - 3PM |
| Saturday | 9AM - 3PM |
| Sunday | 9AM - 3PM |
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Potchke is a charming local spot that has been delighting diners with its thoughtfully prepared dishes. The menu features a variety of options, including the popular pastrami with mustard, vitamin salad, and Zapp chips, as well as a tasty bread with caraway seeds. It is also known for its Jewish‑Eastern European flair, bringing a unique twist to the Southern food scene. Located downtown in the former Pete’s Coffee Shop space, the restaurant has a vintage diner vibe with tiled floors, retro signage, and a warm, lively atmosphere. The food is made with a lot of heart, offering dishes like latkes with sour cream and apple butter, mushroom knish, and borscht with dill, all prepared fresh daily. The pastrami is house‑cured, sliced thick, tender, and served on warm rye with just enough mustard to let the meat shine. The egg dishes for brunch are indulgent and inventive, such as the smoked salmon “lox bowl” with beet-pickled eggs, greens, and seeded challah toast—bright and bursting with flavor. The baked goods like rugelach and babka are also popular. The staff is friendly, the kitchen is lightning-fast, and the overall experience leaves diners feeling nourished and satisfied. Potchke is a place that brings a nostalgic yet modern touch to Knoxville, making it a must-visit for those seeking fresh, flavorful, and soul‑replenishing food.