Louis' Restaurant & Drive-In
$ • Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian
Hours:
4661 Old Broadway, Knoxville
(865) 688-4121
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Amazing local restaurant, a must try, you’ll love it! The ground steak parmigiana is AMAZING! So is the spaghetti and any pasta, but the lunch sandwiches are a real gem as well.
Enjoyed a late lunch at Louis' today - short wait time, quick service, and excellent food.
Great shish kebab! Server was great. Enough food for 3 meals.
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
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Louis' Restaurant & Drive-In is a beloved, old-school American-style Italian restaurant with a casual and welcoming atmosphere. Many customers have been visiting for decades, with some spanning over 50 years of loyalty. The restaurant is especially famous for its red sauce, which is praised as some of the best around, and for dishes like baked spaghetti, lasagna, chicken, and veal parmesan, all served in generous portions at a good price.
The food consistently receives high praise, with homemade dressings, soft bread, and delicious salads making every meal special. The meat sauce and spaghetti with meatballs are favorites, with some customers traveling across the country to enjoy them. The staff, when friendly and attentive, enhance the experience, making guests feel at home. Many appreciate the personable service, especially from waitresses who are patient and quick to respond to needs, like helping with hot water spills.
However, not all experiences are perfect. Some visitors mention crowded lines, long wait times, and less friendly staff, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite this, Louis' remains a cherished spot for flavorful, hearty Italian food and a nostalgic dining experience that keeps customers coming back year after year.