You have many fantastic dining options in the Knoxville area so bring your appetite! Here are some of our favorites, if you discover something great during your visit, please share it with us so we can update our list!
If you are here for several nights, we also suggest you check out the numerous unique and delicious dining options downtown in Market Square, along historic Gay Street and in the Old City. The historic and fun atmosphere in many great establishments definitely makes it worth the trip downtown.
American Cuisine
Aubrey's - A favorite among our guests, Aubrey's offers a great selection of reasonably priced dishes ranging from great appetizers and salads to burgers and sandwiches to fish n' chips and pasta. Aubrey's also has a fantastic draft beer selection, and watch for $2 Tuesdays when all pints are only $2.00! Aubrey's is quite convenient to the hotel and easy to find. 9208 Middlebrook Pk, (865) 691.0504
Asian
Lemon Grass - Fresh sushi and Thai dishes. Convenient and close in the shopping center that backs up to Cross Park Dr. 9117 Executive Park Dr., (865) 539-8059
Bar-B-Que
Calhoun's (Voted Best Bar-B-Q in TN) - Great ribs, salads, sandwiches and wonderful hot beer cheese dip. This local franchise has several Knoxville locations including the original location (closest to the hotel) and one in Turkey Creek. The original location looks like a big barn and has a cozy fireplace in the bar. 10020 Kingston Pike, (865) 673-3444
Gluten Free
Pizza Kitchen, Romans Pizza, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, PF Changs, Pei Wei are some great options nearby with Gluten Free dining.
Italian
Altruda's - Locally owned by a super nice Knoxville family, this restaurant offers a close location and garlic bread to die for. 125 N Peters Rd., (865) 690-6144
Puleo's Grill - Voted best in Knoxville and also close by, Puleo's has several locations and offers lots of variety including, pasta, steaks, seafood & southern dishes. (A great way to keep the peace between group members with different dining desires!)
Mexican
Cancun's - Tasty, traditional Mexican dishes. 251 Harry Lane Lbd., (865) 690-9919
Romans Pizza - Great Italian delivery option including Gluten Free Pizza and other dishes. (They even feature a Gluten free buffet one Sunday each month.) This is also next to the Dollar Movie theater if you want a dine & movie combo. Call ahead for gluten-free availability. 179 N Seven Oaks Dr., (865) 539-1784
Seafood
Puleo's Grill - Please see info under the Italian category.
Chesapeake's - Downtown - 500 Henley Street (865) 673-3433
Bonefish Grill - Yes, we know this is a national franchise but it still deserves to be on our local favorites list! Check out the Bang Bang shrimp. 865.558.5743 11395 Parkside Dr. (in Turkey Creek)
Peerless Seafood & Steak - Close and delicious. 320 N Peters Rd., (865) 691-4699