Best brunch we have found in Knoxville. Menu options for all preferences/needs but do suggest more gluten-free options. All members of our party were extremely pleased with their orders : biscuits and gravy, omelets, and eggs Benedict.
Brindi
Everything from the service, the food, the atmosphere, cleanliness was superb! Will definitely be back!
Britton Bideau
I had the steak frites at STIR and it was absolutely outstanding. The steak was perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful. But what truly made the experience exceptional was our server, Colten. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely made us feel taken care of. Colten’s service elevated the whole evening.
Highly recommend both the steak frites and asking for Colten if you want an all-around excellent dining experience at STIR!
Also, for the to-go food, he labeled and dated it. Extra stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Trina Quigley
Very good food and cocktail menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zoey May
I hate when you can visibly see filth in the dining room at a restaurant 😭 if this is my table what could possibly be in the kitchen omg 😭😭😭
The food was good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Bryn Adair
Booked a table two months in advance… waited over 30 minutes after the reservation time and ended up having to leave for another restaurant because they refused to ask the guests at the table (who had already paid) to leave. Ridiculous
Russ McDuffie
Nice place for good food. Great selections for all type of food fare.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kimberly Clower
Great food. Lively . Great place for a social dinner
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Courtney Lozano
I go for the oysters, and I’ve eaten here several times now. Without exception, there is shell grit in the oysters. Today half my platter had grit in them. The truffle fries were also very bland - I actually had to request salt. Since I don’t enjoy eating tiny rocks, I’ll be taking my oyster cravings to the Brass Pearl from now on.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Robyn Watts
A Knoxville Gem I Can't Wait to Visit Again
For the first time in a long time, I handed over the lunch-picking duties -- and my lady friends nailed it. On our drive home through Knoxville, we made a spontaneous stop, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions of the trip.
We chose to sit outside since we had our pup with us, and the patio didn't disappoint -- spacious, shaded with large umbrellas, and totally dog-friendly. They even brought out a water bowl for our furry companion, which was such a thoughtful touch. That said, I did sneak a peek inside, and wow -- the interior is stunning. Gorgeous bar, flooded with natural light, and high ceilings that made the space feel airy and elegant. Even the bathrooms were impressive -- clean, stylish, and well-kept.
Now, let's talk drinks: the cocktail menu was so good that I genuinely struggled to choose. Luckily, with four of us at the table, we ordered a variety and shared sips all around. The Appletini and Whiskey Bramble were the standouts for me, but everything we tried was on point. I'm already planning a return visit just to work my way through the rest of the menu.
We kicked things off with the Parmesan White Truffle Fries and East Coast House Oysters. The fries were crisp and rich with flavor -- exactly how you want them. And the oysters? Fresh, clean, and delicious. I'll definitely be ordering those again.
For mains, we covered a lot of ground: Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Seared Tuna Salad, Tuna Poke Bowl, and Chicken Piccata. Not a single dish missed the mark. Every bite was full of flavor, beautifully plated, and totally satisfying. It's rare for a group of four to be equally impressed across the board, but this place pulled it off.
To top it all off, the team surprised me with a crème brûlée (complete with birthday candle!). If I'm being picky, I'd have liked the sugar top a little crunchier -- but that's splitting hairs. It was creamy, sweet, and a lovely way to end the meal.
Special shoutout to our waitress, who was sweet, attentive, and on point with timing -- we never felt rushed and everything came out perfectly paced.
Can't wait to go back. If round two is anything like the first, this spot will earn a permanent place on my Knoxville favorites list.
We had lunch mid week. Excellent service from greeter to server. Manager cruised through to check on us. We requested an entree only served at dinner and the chef graciously accommodated. Food was outstanding. Shrimp and grits were perfect. Lobster crab cakes presentation was as good as the taste. I’m from the Gulf Coast and very picky about seafood. The crab bisque was delicious as well. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Mandie
We've been here several times. Drinks are always top notch and food is consistently amazing. We will continue to be frequent flyers of Stir Knoxville!
Deborah
Incredible food, drinks and service. Thank you Maleigha for making our daughter's birthday celebration so special.
Chip
Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend to anyone that loves seafood. Son had steak frites, which he thoroughly enjoyed.
John
The entrees were heavily salted. The lobster/crab cakes , or the sauce was too salty to be enjoyed.
Best brunch we have found in Knoxville. Menu options for all preferences/needs but do suggest more gluten-free options. All members of our party were extremely pleased with their orders : biscuits and gravy, omelets, and eggs Benedict.
Everything from the service, the food, the atmosphere, cleanliness was superb! Will definitely be back!
I had the steak frites at STIR and it was absolutely outstanding. The steak was perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful. But what truly made the experience exceptional was our server, Colten. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely made us feel taken care of. Colten’s service elevated the whole evening.
Highly recommend both the steak frites and asking for Colten if you want an all-around excellent dining experience at STIR!
Also, for the to-go food, he labeled and dated it. Extra stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good food and cocktail menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I hate when you can visibly see filth in the dining room at a restaurant 😭 if this is my table what could possibly be in the kitchen omg 😭😭😭
The food was good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Booked a table two months in advance… waited over 30 minutes after the reservation time and ended up having to leave for another restaurant because they refused to ask the guests at the table (who had already paid) to leave. Ridiculous
Nice place for good food. Great selections for all type of food fare.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food. Lively . Great place for a social dinner
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I go for the oysters, and I’ve eaten here several times now. Without exception, there is shell grit in the oysters. Today half my platter had grit in them. The truffle fries were also very bland - I actually had to request salt. Since I don’t enjoy eating tiny rocks, I’ll be taking my oyster cravings to the Brass Pearl from now on.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
A Knoxville Gem I Can't Wait to Visit Again
For the first time in a long time, I handed over the lunch-picking duties -- and my lady friends nailed it. On our drive home through Knoxville, we made a spontaneous stop, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions of the trip.
We chose to sit outside since we had our pup with us, and the patio didn't disappoint -- spacious, shaded with large umbrellas, and totally dog-friendly. They even brought out a water bowl for our furry companion, which was such a thoughtful touch. That said, I did sneak a peek inside, and wow -- the interior is stunning. Gorgeous bar, flooded with natural light, and high ceilings that made the space feel airy and elegant. Even the bathrooms were impressive -- clean, stylish, and well-kept.
Now, let's talk drinks: the cocktail menu was so good that I genuinely struggled to choose. Luckily, with four of us at the table, we ordered a variety and shared sips all around. The Appletini and Whiskey Bramble were the standouts for me, but everything we tried was on point. I'm already planning a return visit just to work my way through the rest of the menu.
We kicked things off with the Parmesan White Truffle Fries and East Coast House Oysters. The fries were crisp and rich with flavor -- exactly how you want them. And the oysters? Fresh, clean, and delicious. I'll definitely be ordering those again.
For mains, we covered a lot of ground: Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Seared Tuna Salad, Tuna Poke Bowl, and Chicken Piccata. Not a single dish missed the mark. Every bite was full of flavor, beautifully plated, and totally satisfying. It's rare for a group of four to be equally impressed across the board, but this place pulled it off.
To top it all off, the team surprised me with a crème brûlée (complete with birthday candle!). If I'm being picky, I'd have liked the sugar top a little crunchier -- but that's splitting hairs. It was creamy, sweet, and a lovely way to end the meal.
Special shoutout to our waitress, who was sweet, attentive, and on point with timing -- we never felt rushed and everything came out perfectly paced.
Can't wait to go back. If round two is anything like the first, this spot will earn a permanent place on my Knoxville favorites list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We had lunch mid week. Excellent service from greeter to server. Manager cruised through to check on us. We requested an entree only served at dinner and the chef graciously accommodated. Food was outstanding. Shrimp and grits were perfect. Lobster crab cakes presentation was as good as the taste. I’m from the Gulf Coast and very picky about seafood. The crab bisque was delicious as well. I highly recommend this restaurant.
We've been here several times. Drinks are always top notch and food is consistently amazing. We will continue to be frequent flyers of Stir Knoxville!
Incredible food, drinks and service. Thank you Maleigha for making our daughter's birthday celebration so special.
Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend to anyone that loves seafood. Son had steak frites, which he thoroughly enjoyed.
The entrees were heavily salted. The lobster/crab cakes , or the sauce was too salty to be enjoyed.
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