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- AAndreaAsheville / Western North Carolina •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAlexander runs such a terrific restaurant! We choose to dine here just for the experience Steven (our favorite sever) offers! The food was prefect, the staff went above and beyond, the restaurant was the best setting we could have asked for! Would absolutely recommend to anyone!More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - KnoxvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Knoxville•4.8
- KKarenEast Tennessee •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoExceptional food, service, and atmosphere. Beef carpaccio and fish special were fantastic. Seasonal cocktails were fun and delicious. This was one of the best meals I've had in Knoxville.More infoHarvest BeardenPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Knoxville•4.7
- JJohnOrlando / Central Florida East •7 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoMy wife and I were very pleased with the service we received and the quality of the food. Brantly was a great waiter and checked on us regularly without being a nuisance. We will definitely be back. We started with an appetizer of Parmesan White Truffle fries. The appetizer was much larger than we expected to receive. My wife had the grilled caprese chicken and I had the blackened Mahi Bowl. We would both recommend these dishes.More infoSTIR - KnoxvillePrice: Expensive• American• Knoxville•4.8
- VVanessaEast Tennessee •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoWe highly recommend. The staff was friendly and the service was great. Facility was clean. We will return.More infoTupelo Honey - KnoxvillePrice: Moderate• Regional American (Contemporary Southern)• Knoxville•4.7
- JJimSan Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoFantastic place to celebrate our 58th Anniversary. The food is amazing as always at Firebirds and the staff made the evening memorable. Thanks to you all.More infoFirebirds Wood Fired Grill - KnoxvillePrice: Moderate• American• Knoxville•4.7
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This former World’s Fair host city nestled in the Tennessee Valley does not disappoint those who take dining seriously. Whether you prefer white tablecloths and china or a place where you can linger over a burger and a brew, Knoxville has it all. Knoxville’s culinary scene features eclectic eateries with farm-to-table favorites, a concept common to east Tennessee. Barbecue lovers will discover Eastern Tennessee style smoked ham or pork shoulder barbecue slathered in sweet, thick sauce. International dishes, vegetarian options and abundant plates of down-home favorites like chicken and waffles are all part of Knoxville’s culinary offerings. There are culinary experiences to fit every budget, so bring your appetite. From game-day tailgating to business lunches, you’ll find what you are looking for in Knoxville.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Knoxville is Copper Cellar - Down in the Cellar
The best vegan restaurants in Knoxville are Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro, STIR - Knoxville and Lonesome Dove - Knoxville
The best vegetarian restaurants in Knoxville are Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro, STIR - Knoxville and The Marlowe
The restaurants with the best service in Knoxville are Red Lobster - Oak Ridge, Copper Cellar - Down in the Cellar and Emilia
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Knoxville are Copper Cellar - Down in the Cellar, Emilia and Red Lobster - Oak Ridge