We went to Van Edoms for happy hour and sat outside. Our server, Casey, was excellent. She was…read moreattentive and had a great personality. The owner came out to chat with us as well. As for the food, we had the most amazing stuffed mushrooms that were stuffed with goat cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. That was followed by an order of crispy calamari served with a wonderful garlic aïoli. Since it was happy hour, the 6 oz. wines were half off and the wine list was excellent. We'll be going back frequently.

Met some friends at Van Edoms last weekend. We wanted to hear Emily Wyrick sing, while enjoying…read morewine and appetizers. Beautiful wine bar in the Choto area of far west Farragut. Decor is stunning, and once you step inside, you'd never know you're in a strip center. There's an extensive wine list! We decided on a Pinot Noir, but it wasn't available. Made a second choice and it also wasn't available. A little frustrating, but we settled on a more expensive bottle than what we'd originally intended and also chose an Albarino. For food, we ordered the shrimp dip, parmesan frites, and the salmon crostini. Everything was really good! Our server was super sweet and made sure we were happy the entire time we were there. Oh, and the musical entertainment of Emily Wyrick was outstanding!

THis one has a story behind it. Got invited to a drum circle in Gatrlinburg by my girlfriend's son…read more We went out that morning to see Cades Cover (big mistake - it was Memorial Day) and swung back around through Townsend (stopped at Mountain Man to have a craft brew on the way). Knowing we were going up to the arts district, I looked for a place to meet them before the circle and saw there was a Celtic Pub. Only that was the spot where the drum circle was. And, to my surprise, it is the same owner as the Fox & Parrot Tavern in Gatlinburg, one of my favorite English pubs (and currently closed do to a feud with the US government - hope that gets fixed). The place is definitely British country feeling. Very nice tap list, including both local brews and standard UK brews. Heavy wood feeling with a very nice deck outside, which includes some spots under cover (which was important as it rained on the circle and people had to duck in). There is nothing elegant about the place or the food. But that is its charm. The fish & chips were on point, esp. with the malt vinegar. Shepherd's Pie a bit salty for my tastes, but not to the salt lick level. Also came with chips. As for the drum circle, if you are reading this in June 2026, that is every Monday at 6-8 PM through the end of the month. I got some great drone footage of the circle, which I added to this review.

Probably one of my favorite restaurants in the area, Rampant Lion is clearly a family-run business…read morethat focuses on making social connections over quick get-food-and-go. It's pretty cool. I would never come here if I was in a hurry, but if you have 2+ hours to eat and want good food in a storied place with staff who will treat you like friends, you're going to love the Rampant Lion. NOTES: -In rural TN, it should not surprise you, but be aware that they have Trump displays in the restaurant. -The restrooms are single stall and accessed from outdoor. They're indoor restrooms - just the door to access them is on the outside. (No porta potties) They're solidly clean - just make sure to pack clothing that works for the temperature outside because you might be dipping outside a few times. -Parking lot is small and gravel. Relatively easy to get in and out of though. -Amazing gin selection with staff that *clearly* knows their gins. -Adorable photos of the owners on slideshow of their trip to Europe on the wall. It's adorably and clearly a couple who was on a good vacation. We've had a good chunk of their menu at this point. Pretzels: Delicious beer chese AND delicious pretzels. Quite a bit of food with this too. Bread, Oil, & Vinegar: Wasn't super fond of this one. A ton of oil in a bowl made it hard to get the right oil-to-vinegar ratio. Chicken Pie: Deliciously breaded with super-tasty french fries too. Served piping hot, so it took a bit to be able to eat it without burning myself but a wait well-made. Reuben: Partner absolutely loved it and said the bread was the absolute perfect consistency. SO much meat in there too (though he said it could use a bit of extra dressing). Bubbles and Squeak: Delicious. Just delicious. Zero notes, you should eat it. Beanie Weenies: Home-made right in the restaurant! My favorite thing on the menu. Super savory, semi-healthy (beans...at least?), and served super warm. Comfort food at its finest. Menu in-restaurant was different than online one on a few things.

A friend and I visited Sparrow Wind Bar recently for a date night, and we loved it!…read more I would never have expected the dark, moody, speakeasy vibe in a Farragut strip center. Such a beautiful space, and the service was exemplary. We decided to order a bottle of Pinot, along with the Peruvian pepper sprayed and a Sweet Heat grilled cheese. Sooo delicious! Before leaving, we ventured into the adjoining cheese shop. So many unique options!

I came here after dinner for a quick wine and gossip sesh, and it was the perfect spot for the job!…read moreThe dim lit lighting, comfy leather couches, and vintage artwork had a cozy, eclectic vibe which made it a great place for good conversation. I also would highly recommend coming here for a date night because it's intimate and quiet. I didn't get any charcuterie here since I had just eaten but I would definitely get it next time. We were offered some chocolate to finish the night and tried a delicious dark chocolate and caramel crunch milk chocolate. Staff was great as well. I will be back soon!

I'm a bit stingy with my 5 star ratings but Double S makes it easily…read more Pros: The owner Steve is awesome! He has such a passion for wine and architecture. He is friendly and able to school you on wine without being snooty about it. The interior design is modern while maintaining the historic quality of the building, perfect for downtown Knoxville. The color schemes are chosen with "wine" in mind. Well done Steve! There are a few beers, no drafts, but hey, it's a WINE bar. The wine he chose for us, I think it was the Swanson Merlot was delicious, the best I can remember ever having. It was from a small boutique Napa valley winery so I would not have found it anywhere else. We ordered the cheese plate and found it generous and unique with a number of cheeses I had never tried before. The jam was huge and I was tempted to ask for more. Perfect to share with you lady. Cons: Only one small suggestion. Your bar needs a bar rail. The bar stools throw you forward a bit and the rail on the stool just doesn't cut it. The prices are high but that is really not a criticism as it is what it is. Great wine is expensive. All in all a perfect place to unwind after work. When you meet someone with a passion for what they do, you know it. Knoxville has it's own sommelier! Interesting fact about that word, It comes from the French for butler. Butler is my last name so Steve, my fellow sommelier, here's to you! If you are a wine person, you must go see Steve. Best success to you in your pursuit.

Where TF is this place? We went to two separate locations (one address from Yelp and the other from…read moreGoogle) and both were closed. We then called and no one answered - we looked to make sure we weren't calling on a closed day and it was Saturday during prime time. We were really looking forward to some tasty wine during our stay in Knoxville- oh well!

fresh, creative food and a great wine selection, and an atmosphere that's cozy, warm, and date…read morenight perfect. The cheese board, salads, and pork chop are all standouts, and the non-alcoholic drinks are surprisingly excellent too. finding this place feels like hitting the neighborhood jackpot.

This is a perfectly fine wine bar with creatively designed dishes and a really nice wine list. We…read more(party of four) stopped in for lunch on a Friday and had the mushrooms stuffed with artichoke and spinach, meatballs (with spicy ginger sauce), pulled pork nachos, polenta cake, and a short rib sugo with bucatini. Cocktails were well done and the wine pairings recommended astute. Nothing to complain about except some of the items were cold - there was one person serving the entire bar and restaurant and obviously had some timing issues. Also some attitude: after delivering cocktails to my wife and me he forgot her mom's - after I reminded him he said "oh I know" and then proceeded to serve four other patrons' order at the bar and then another two top's before even starting hers. It finally arrived after the cold mushrooms were delivered. I'm chalking this up to a short staffed situation and a specific individual, so if you live nearby or are traveling through looking for a nice spot for dinner or lunch I would definitely recommend. The environment is also very pleasant with a nice bar and dining room of high top tables.

Had a staff member be extremely rude, should not have her around people, will not be coming backread more

This place is amazing! Small , and quaint. Friendly staff and amazing wine! Would recommend to…read moreanyone looking for a slow evening! The snack platter and cheese selection is also great !

Wonderful food and service! I ordered the Brie and fig grilled cheese with tomatoe soup which was…read moreall delicious! There are some great items on the menu and I'm sure you'll find something awesome.

I found this place on Yelp so we popped up at the location. When we arrived we found out it was by…read moreappointment only but the gentleman working was soooooo nice and invited us in for a quick wine tasting. We sat at the bar and the gentleman gave us some background on the facility and also allowed us to sample some of the wines that were made there. I really liked the wines I tried and purchased two bottles to bring home to NC. I was pleased with the customer service I received and I will go back again for a more extensive tour of the entire facility.

1000000/10 I'm…read morehonestly devastated we can't come back tonight before we leave to go back home tomorrow. They are closed tonight. However, our dinner last night was incredible! You need reservations; if you don't have them, you risk getting turned away. It's a husband and wife running the entire place. No extra help. They want you to stay and relax and enjoy everything. We only stayed 90 minutes and they tried to get us to stay longer. Like all the reviews say, it's a very European experience. We've never experienced anything like it. We started with an old fashioned and a margarita from the daily cocktail menu. Olga welcomed us with a hug and took us to our table. She didn't stay out long because she is the chef! But it was still cool to interact with her in the beginning. Both her and her husband made us feel like family. It started pouring and he walked outside with an umbrella and held it for 2 girls at the bar. I thought that was super sweet. We ordered the salmon roe caviar and it was divine. Our second course was the oyster flatbread and I ended up being sad I was sharing it. It was that good!!!!! We were pretty full at this point after a couple more drinks. They were really busy too, so we decided to go ahead and get the check. It started raining right after we got our check, so we ended up getting one more drink to wait it out. We had the best time and can't wait to come back!

Simply stated, I cannot give this place enough stars. My girlfriend and I will talk about the Red…read moreOak Bistro - and our time spent there - for years to come. While we were walking the Arts and Crafts Loop near Gatlinburg (I HIGHLY recommend this as well), we noticed this wonderful-looking restaurant nestled away in the green forested hills across the street. We opted to come back here for dinner on our last night in the Great Smokey Mountains. Sooooo glad we did! Owned and operated by a European couple, the Red Oak has the ambiance of a quaint European restaurant that one would find tucked away in the Alps. While the inside atmosphere is wonderful, we chose to sit outside to enjoy the very quiet and beautiful forested hills of Gatlinburg. Service was incredible and very European - they told us they would not bother us unless we asked for something and that the table was ours for the evening. Yep...we stayed there for three hours, sipping our wine and trying various dishes of exquisite flavor. I'd like to say try this or try that, but to be honest: all the dishes we tried were absolutely phenomenal. We cannot wait to try this place again!

A cozy spot w/ all of the wine you could ever need…read more.. My friends and I booked a reservation for their WOW Wednesday where you get a private tasting of 4 wines paired with a charcuterie board. It was the perfect setting for a chill, social evening. We talked w/ the bartender a bit and got to try some really good wine from around the world. They have live music and open mic nights, etc + they have a cute little patio out back. Very cozy atmosphere - I'll be back!

Loving the vibe at J'Mac's Vino & Vinyl! Beautiful and romantic spot with a nicer wine list with a…read moreknowledgeable and gracious host.

Everything was super. I started with a yummy cocktail--Lazy Daze. It was lemony with mulled mint…read moreand rosemary, very tasty. We had bread w/olive oil while we perused the menu. The focaccia is heavenly! Our selections were the pork chop with peachy grits(!) and the house made seasonal pasta, which had lots of amazing mushrooms. I added bbq tofu for protein. No regrets. Everything was marvelous. I needed a container for about 1/3 of the pasta. We thought we were too full to continue but Skyler pointed out the dessert is free on your birthday, so...we forced ourselves to try it. We had the Pôt de Crème. And it, too, was marvelous. Our server, Skyler was there when we needed her, very attentive but not overbearing. All in all, a completely delightful experience.

Pasta with no meat was $27, covered in olives. I struggled to leave a negative review because the…read morewaitress was great. Everything else was terrible, except the potato fritters but the price point over-road the flavor. Warm water, if you want bread that will be another $8. The owner did take off the pasta but the pasta needs to come with a warning if you hate olives avoid with your life!! I ask for the olives to be removed and not placed but they pre make the pasta so that is not an option. My husband's dish was equally disappointing, we left starving and spent twice as much as we would have at Season's in Knoxville. Later that night we both had horrible stomach issues. Again the waitress was fantastic but on a Friday evening and there was only 5 other tables should have been the warning sign.