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10 Hidden Knoxville, Tennessee Diners You Need To Try This Winter

One Knoxville family has opened so many diners that you can practically eat your way through their family tree. A downtown breakfast spot dates to 1986, a West Knoxville cafe carries the owner’s kids’ names, and a cousin runs another out by Franklin Square. I love that detail....

Knoxville, TN · 7h

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9 Regional Restaurant Chains Tennesseans Will Defend to Anyone From Out of State

Krystal started in 1932 in a Chattanooga building just 10 by 25 feet. Criticize it or any other hometown chain in front of a Tennessean, and you’ll hear about it. Here are the regional restaurant chains Tennesseans will defend to anyone from out of state. 1. Pal’s Sudden Service...

Tennessee · 8d

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Fresh Sushi, Crawfish, And A Hibachi Grill Draw Tennessee Diners To This Huge Knoxville Buffet

Some buffets give you a few trays and call it a day, but one spot in west Knoxville seems to have missed that memo entirely. Its lineup stretches across sushi, crawfish, made-to-order hibachi, Chinese favorites, Southern sides, and a dessert bar with ice cream. Groups of thirty or more fit...

Knoxville, TN · 4d

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6 Ingles Habits That Give Away an East Tennessean

You’re low on gas, low on groceries, and short on patience for two stops. At the Karns store in Knoxville and the Farragut store on Kingston Pike, one Ingles stop covers both. Here are the Ingles habits that give away an East Tennessean. 1. Buying Store-Brand Milk. Ingles puts...

Knoxville, TN · 13h

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🔥 Hot chicken + a kitchen tradition

Welcome to Eat65! Eat65 comes to you from restaurant reporter Joanna Hayes . Own/manage a local food or drink business? Email Joanna with a blurb on what’s new for "Appetizer" or "Perfect Pairing" consideration! 🐔 Appetizer: Hot Birds Hot Birds ( @hotbirdsknox ): "KNOXVILLE... we’re almost ready for you! Our soft opening is this weekend; more details coming (very) soon. We’ve been working long and hard to get our doors and hot chicken perfect for you! We can’t wait for you guys to see it, and we welcome you to our second location." More info: gethotbirds.com 🍏 Main Course: Joanna Hayes on Thanksgiving traditions Every year on the night before Thanksgiving, my dad would follow his family's famous recipe and bake an apple pie . I stood by him, peeking over the counter to see if I could help. I was too young to lend a hand with cooking, but my dad still gave me a job: throwing the apple peels into the trash. I loved it. I felt special. Now, that's my 5-year-old nephew's job, and I wish I was there to help him. It's been a few years since I've been back home for Thanksgiving , but November

Knoxville, TN · 2d

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10 Knoxville bars to toast 'Blackout Wednesday' before Thanksgiving

T'was the night before Thanksgiving when all through the house not a creature was stirring − because everyone had gone out to the bars. Thanksgiving Eve, sometimes called "Blackout Wednesday" or "Drinksgiving," is the night before the beloved holiday - and a time when long-distance family and friends catch up at local bars. The tradition brings people together at dive bars and hole-in-the-wall spots where you can grab a few drinks and talk for hours on end before the big meal is served the next day. If you're in town visiting for Thanksgiving or a local wondering where to meet for "Drinksgiving," here are some Knoxville bars perfect for the occasion. Bernadette's Crystal Gardens It might be chilly on the rooftop of Bernadette's Crystal Gardens on Nov. 25, but no worries, the drinks will keep you warm. It is truly one of a kind and shares its roof with Preservation Pub, which made the USA TODAY best bars list in 2024. Bernadette's has three levels, all offering a unique experience. The first level transports guests to a magical place with crystals on the ceiling, walls, bar tops and booths, while the second level is known to host international dance nights.

Knoxville, TN · 1d

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Watch Pastries Being Made While You Sip Espresso At This Cozy Knoxville, Tennessee Bakehouse

Full-sized windows inside the dining room let you watch bakers fold, shape, and bake while your latte cools. That’s breakfast and a show, with no ticket required. The pastry case leans flaky and buttery. Croissants come almond-filled, chocolate-pistachio, or stuffed with prosciutto and Gruyere. A green onion feta scone has its own loyal following.

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In charge of dessert? These Knoxville bakeries have great Thanksgiving pies

No matter how much turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing and green beans you've eaten on Thanksgiving, there's always room for pie. The classic pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream is second to none. And hopefully, it's sitting next to an apple pie. If you're in charge of bringing dessert to Thanksgiving dinner, restaurants and bakeries in Knoxville serve pies that taste just like the family recipe. Here's a quick list of spots around town with some of the best pies on their menu this Thanksgiving. Did we miss your favorite bakery in Knoxville? Email Joanna Hayes at joanna.hayes@knoxnews.com and we'll consider your suggestion. Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop is a Bearden gem, with a second location in Turkey Creek. This should be your go-to if your Thanksgiving crowd is more traditional about its dessert table. The chain has locations in Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas, but is a local favorite for good reason. Buttermilk has pies like spiced pumpkin, granny's apple and a pecan pie topped with shredded coconut and chocolate chips. Contact your local shop to find what flavors are available. Info: buttermilkskypie.com | @buttermilkskypieshop Goodness to Go Goodness to Go is a

Knoxville, TN · 2d

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Meet 8 Chefs Shaping the Food Scene in Blount County, TN

RT Lodge (Michelin Recommended) For visiting, living and farming, Stockton says Blount County is ideal. “We’re the peaceful side of the Smokies,” Stockton says. Like many chefs around Blount County, he relies on the land to practice his craft. “Whatever our farmers have, that’s what drives our menu.” Stockton’s appetizing charcuterie board exemplifies his farm-to-table philosophy. “It’s a plate of everything local, from pickled turnips and strawberries to smoked and dry-cured meats, all made in-house.”

Blount County, TN · 4d

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Wells Tavern Brings Scottish Pub Culture to Maryville, TN

Wells Tavern brings Scottish pub culture, local history and community spirit to downtown Maryville, Tennessee. When Alice Basler and Eric Chadwell traveled through the UK, they fell in love with the warmth and camaraderie of traditional pubs. That inspiration led them home to Maryville, where they spent countless hours bringing Wells Tavern to life.

Maryville, TN · 5d

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The Root (Beers) of Appalachia: A Review of Buddy Dave’s

Buddy Dave’s in Sevierville: An honest review Buddy Dave’s has a drive-thru. Of course, that’s not really shocking as most fast food places have a drive-thru. But as I sat in Buddy Dave’s – which for 30 years operated as an A&W franchise – I openly wondered if there was a less drive-thru-friendly operation than Buddy Dave’s. Maybe if they served spaghetti? Don’t get me wrong. It’s not that the food isn’t good. It’s just that Buddy Dave’s serves real food that’s not designed to be consumed on the move. The burgers are greasy in the best sense with a load of tasty toppings and condiments. The chili dogs are sloppy. And don’t get me started on the ice cream. The soft serve swirls come in regular, mega and jumbo – the last of which is taller than many young children. I can’t imagine pulling into the drive-thru and ordering an ice cream that goes a foot long or taller. Buddy Dave’s is run by the same family that operated the A&W. As such, they’ve taken all the best of the old A&W’s concepts and ratcheted them up into something that surpasses regular fast food dining. A tasty root beer

Sevierville, TN · 4d

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'Real neighborhood deli' bringing sandwiches, pizza, paninis to Old City

Custom sandwiches, pizza and paninis are coming to the Old City next month with the opening of a new downtown Knoxville deli. Todd Carpenter and his partner, Chad Weeks, are planning to open the deli Dec. 4 at 112 E. Jackson Ave., across the street from Fiori Bar & Kitchen . Carpenter and Weeks share a long history in real estate and spent years learning from their friends and Fiori co-owners Jesse and Corey Vose, whose success in the restaurant and bar business helped inspire their new venture. "We want to be a part of what's going on (in the Old City)," Carpenter said. What Carpenter describes as their "timeless" sandwich shop began with a simple idea: "Knoxville deserved a real neighborhood deli," according to its website. "Not a franchise, not a fast-food operation," the website says. "Just a place where the food is made fresh, the staff knows your name, and the vibe is always good." The deli will be next to Sidecar , a new cocktail bar from the Voses scheduled to open by the end of the year. Jesse Vose previously described Sidecar as a "dark, intimate and sophisticated cocktail lounge" featuring a 22-foot bar, floral accents

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‘Pack the Place’ brings diners to Knoxville restaurant with free meals

Owens said the group chose Aladdin’s after seeing the owner handle multiple jobs during an earlier visit.

Knoxville, TN · 4d

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7 Brew Drive-Thru Set to Replace Denton's on Kingston Pike in Bearden

The old Denton's spot on Kingston Pike in Bearden won't sit empty much longer. City of Knoxville records show a 7 Brew drive-through coffee shop is planned to take over the site, according to permit applications filed with the city. As reported by WVLT, the city permit applications list the...

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Locals Swear by the Giant, Juicy Cheeseburgers at This No-Frills Tennessee Burger Joint

The burgers here are half-pound patties, hand-pattied and cooked fresh to order. That means you’ll wait around 20 minutes, and nobody seems to mind one bit. The dining room holds only a handful of tables. A few more sit outside on a back deck. The building is old, simple, and clean, which feels exactly right for a place this focused on food.

White Pine, TN · 10d

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Anthony’s Italian Steakhouse & Lucky Bird Developing in Downtown Knoxville

Gemini Hospitality is expanding its downtown Knoxville presence with two restaurant projects, Anthony’s Italian Steakhouse at Lone Tree Pass and Lucky Bird in the former Babalu space at 412 S. Gay Street. The developments represent separate additions to the hospitality group’s growing portfolio, according to Inside of Knoxville.