First time visitor. Jaclyn S was an excellent server, very pleasant and attentive! LOVED the Fried Green Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese topping. Never had them that way, want to only have them that way foreverđđđđđ
Robert Gomez
Southern Grit is the happy hour MVP of the Old City. Itâs like someone asked, âWhat if we combined great beer, awesome whiskey, cheap sliders, and friendly staff into one magical pre-Smokies-game hangout?ââand then actually did it.
The beer selection? Chefâs kiss. The whiskey list? Deep enough to make you question your life choicesâin a good way. And the sliders? Letâs just say good enough to justify ordering six but you prob only need two.
The staff? Absolute legends. Fast with a drink, quicker with a joke, and somehow always appear right when youâre thinking, âI could probably fit one more slider.â
Southern Grit is one of those places you walk into once and instantly start planning your next visit. Whether you're pregaming for a Smokies game or just pretending itâs Friday on a Tuesday, this spot gets it right every time.
Miranda Phillips
The chicken tenders at Southern Grit are an experience I will never forget. Mostly because Iâm still recovering. Donât get me wrong, they were absolutely delicious⊠crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. I have eaten here several times and historically ordered the medium spice level, but recently decided to up my game to the hot spice level. These arenât chicken tenders⊠theyâre a gateway to the afterlife.
I love spicy food. Truly I do. But these tenders? They donât play fair. The spice doesnât announce itself right away. It lulls you into a false sense of security with its savory perfection. And then BAM it hits you. Not gently. No, it hits you like a freight train full of molten lava. At one point, Iâm pretty sure I left my body.
I saw God. He looked down at me and said, âYou did this to yourself.â An atom split on my pallet, and what followed was a nuclear level fallout throughout my entire gastrointestinal system. Tears were shed. Lives were changed. I may never recover.
The Brussels sprouts, though? Absolutely incredible. Crispy and perfectly seasoned, they were the calm after the storm, a soothing reminder that not all food seeks to destroy you.
10/10 would recommend, but only if youâre ready for the death of your own ego and spiritual transformation. Southern Grit, you have humbled me. See you next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Jensen
We had the Brussels sprouts, chicken pot pie, and fried chicken and gravy. It was all so delicious. We're traveling across the country and this is the best meal we've had from here to San Diego!
Mike Theurich
This place has most tasty food. Superb customer service and just an all around great fricken time. The food is great homemade quality too.
Kid-friendliness: Yes
Wheelchair accessibility: Good too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vladimir Bitel
The food is amazing! Perfect combination of savory and sweet. The portions are more than generous. If you are in Knoxville, go there, order anything, eat, and be happy :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bryce Beyer
Love it for brunch and dinner. The SG Cobb salad is one of my all time favorite meals.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Pot Pie, Burger, Fries, Tenders
Sheena Shreve
This place has been on my list for a while now. Amazing brunch. Pineapple Mimosas were delicious. Hashbrown Casserole was great. BUT, the Biscuits and Gravy were fantastic and huge portions. Service was great sitting at the bar! I can't wait to come back to try their burgers! Their chicken looked amazing, too! Great experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan Harris
We ordered the Southern Mess with Mac n cheese + fried okra and chicken tenders (hot) with sweet potato fries + salad. It was incredible. The table beside us ordered the $12 mimosa which came with a FULL bottle of brut. We will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Okra
Luis Garces
My family ate here based on reviews (vacationing) and were so glad we did. Really good food and service.
Very friendly, amazing food. Very worth the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries, Jambalaya Pasta
Anisa Witherspoon
This spot is perfect for a satisfying meal. I began with the âJust Peachyâ drink, which had a margarita-like twist and was absolutely outstanding. For starters, we had the fried okra and picklesâcrispy and delicious, especially with the ranch. My main course was the double-stack burger with American cheese, paired with a side of creamy mac and cheese. The burger was incredibly flavorful and cooked to perfection. Our waitress was fantastic, keeping the atmosphere lively and attending to our needs with great care.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles and Okra, Burger, Fried Okra
Albert Gustafson
Food exceeds all expectations. Anything fried has a perfect crunch. The hot chicken is really well seasoned, and the meatloaf was excellent. Anything with their pimento cheese is recommended.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jordan Long
This restaurant truly exceeded expectations across the board! From the food to the customer service and atmosphere, everything was top-notch. Itâs easily one of the best dining experiences in Knoxville, TN, and I highly recommend checking it out if you have the chance.
The service was exceptionalâour waitress delivered some of the best customer service my family and I have ever experienced. She was attentive, respectful, and upbeat, making us feel welcome throughout our meal. The food itself was seasoned to perfection, bursting with flavor, and clearly made with care. As for the atmosphere, it was incredibly relaxing, with comfortable music that allowed us to enjoy our meal in peace.
All in all, this place is a must-try for anyone in Knoxville. Donât miss out on this gem! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles and Okra, Burger, Fries
Tony Kinard
We really enjoyed our meal at Southern Grit. There was a group of us, and everything was very good, including the food, drink, and service!
First time visitor. Jaclyn S was an excellent server, very pleasant and attentive! LOVED the Fried Green Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese topping. Never had them that way, want to only have them that way foreverđđđđđ
Southern Grit is the happy hour MVP of the Old City. Itâs like someone asked, âWhat if we combined great beer, awesome whiskey, cheap sliders, and friendly staff into one magical pre-Smokies-game hangout?ââand then actually did it. The beer selection? Chefâs kiss. The whiskey list? Deep enough to make you question your life choicesâin a good way. And the sliders? Letâs just say good enough to justify ordering six but you prob only need two. The staff? Absolute legends. Fast with a drink, quicker with a joke, and somehow always appear right when youâre thinking, âI could probably fit one more slider.â Southern Grit is one of those places you walk into once and instantly start planning your next visit. Whether you're pregaming for a Smokies game or just pretending itâs Friday on a Tuesday, this spot gets it right every time.
The chicken tenders at Southern Grit are an experience I will never forget. Mostly because Iâm still recovering. Donât get me wrong, they were absolutely delicious⊠crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. I have eaten here several times and historically ordered the medium spice level, but recently decided to up my game to the hot spice level. These arenât chicken tenders⊠theyâre a gateway to the afterlife.
I love spicy food. Truly I do. But these tenders? They donât play fair. The spice doesnât announce itself right away. It lulls you into a false sense of security with its savory perfection. And then BAM it hits you. Not gently. No, it hits you like a freight train full of molten lava. At one point, Iâm pretty sure I left my body.
I saw God. He looked down at me and said, âYou did this to yourself.â An atom split on my pallet, and what followed was a nuclear level fallout throughout my entire gastrointestinal system. Tears were shed. Lives were changed. I may never recover.
The Brussels sprouts, though? Absolutely incredible. Crispy and perfectly seasoned, they were the calm after the storm, a soothing reminder that not all food seeks to destroy you.
10/10 would recommend, but only if youâre ready for the death of your own ego and spiritual transformation. Southern Grit, you have humbled me. See you next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had the Brussels sprouts, chicken pot pie, and fried chicken and gravy. It was all so delicious. We're traveling across the country and this is the best meal we've had from here to San Diego!
This place has most tasty food. Superb customer service and just an all around great fricken time. The food is great homemade quality too.
Kid-friendliness: Yes
Wheelchair accessibility: Good too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is amazing! Perfect combination of savory and sweet. The portions are more than generous. If you are in Knoxville, go there, order anything, eat, and be happy :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love it for brunch and dinner. The SG Cobb salad is one of my all time favorite meals.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Pot Pie, Burger, Fries, Tenders
This place has been on my list for a while now. Amazing brunch. Pineapple Mimosas were delicious. Hashbrown Casserole was great. BUT, the Biscuits and Gravy were fantastic and huge portions. Service was great sitting at the bar! I can't wait to come back to try their burgers! Their chicken looked amazing, too! Great experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ordered the Southern Mess with Mac n cheese + fried okra and chicken tenders (hot) with sweet potato fries + salad. It was incredible. The table beside us ordered the $12 mimosa which came with a FULL bottle of brut. We will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Okra
My family ate here based on reviews (vacationing) and were so glad we did. Really good food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Country Fried Steak
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Very friendly, amazing food. Very worth the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries, Jambalaya Pasta
This spot is perfect for a satisfying meal. I began with the âJust Peachyâ drink, which had a margarita-like twist and was absolutely outstanding. For starters, we had the fried okra and picklesâcrispy and delicious, especially with the ranch. My main course was the double-stack burger with American cheese, paired with a side of creamy mac and cheese. The burger was incredibly flavorful and cooked to perfection. Our waitress was fantastic, keeping the atmosphere lively and attending to our needs with great care.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles and Okra, Burger, Fried Okra
Food exceeds all expectations. Anything fried has a perfect crunch. The hot chicken is really well seasoned, and the meatloaf was excellent. Anything with their pimento cheese is recommended.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant truly exceeded expectations across the board! From the food to the customer service and atmosphere, everything was top-notch. Itâs easily one of the best dining experiences in Knoxville, TN, and I highly recommend checking it out if you have the chance.
The service was exceptionalâour waitress delivered some of the best customer service my family and I have ever experienced. She was attentive, respectful, and upbeat, making us feel welcome throughout our meal. The food itself was seasoned to perfection, bursting with flavor, and clearly made with care. As for the atmosphere, it was incredibly relaxing, with comfortable music that allowed us to enjoy our meal in peace.
All in all, this place is a must-try for anyone in Knoxville. Donât miss out on this gem! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles and Okra, Burger, Fries
We really enjoyed our meal at Southern Grit. There was a group of us, and everything was very good, including the food, drink, and service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sprouts, Chicken Pot Pie, Burger, Jambalaya Pasta, Tenders, Fried Okra, Hush Puppies
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