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    71 South

    4.2 (153 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    71 SOUTH ATMOSPHERE

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    Hipster
    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups

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    Kids grilled cheese.  RJ
    Russell A.

    Food was delicious! Staff was friendly and service was fast. Ambience was warm and vintage. Everything on the menu was delicious. I wet with the steak sandwich

    Merch area
    Karla G.

    We are visiting the area from out of town. We lucked up on this gem of a restaurant. The dining area is in a sanctuary of a church. I thought this was very unique. We ordered our food to go and it was ready very quickly. The server who assisted us was very nice and helpful. We ordered a fried egg sandwich, 71 Smash burger, fried green tomatoes, and cheesecake. Everything was fresh and cooked well. We are planning to visit again before we leave.

    philly cheesesteak
    Jacey H.

    We stopped by for lunch and had a great experience overall. Everything we ordered tasted fresh and satisfying. The restaurant was pretty quiet during lunch, which made it a nice, relaxed stop. Even though the area is currently under construction, the spot itself is clean and inviting. The service was a bit on the slower side, but since we weren't in a rush, it worked out fine.

    Peach Bravazzi
    Christie S.

    This was my first time here. I met a friend for dinner-a much needed Mom's night out. We were seated right away and our server, Tara came right over to take our drink orders. I had the Bravazzi Peach (hard Italian soda) and my friend got the Janis cocktail. They were both so good! We skipped appetizers and ordered the Steak Frites and Chargrilled Portobello entrees. Delicious! We both enjoyed our dinners. We sat and talked for a while and Tara was so sweet. She checked in on us and was an excellent server. The space was relaxing and laid back. I loved all of the house plants. I will definitely return! This is a jewel in South Knoxville.

    Hang over burger
    The R.

    Looking for a family friendly spot with cozy clean atmosphere that is classy yet casual 71 South is your spot! The service was excellent, food delicious and we all left feeling full and happy. A wonderful place to celebrate with family and friends.

    Pasta
    Michelle C.

    Enjoyed a visit for lunch after reading great reviews. The place did not disappoint. Cool idea of turning a church into a restaurant and other businesses. There are a good number of steps in order to get into the restaurant, not sure if they offer handicap accessible entrance. The service was good and food was fantastic! The vibe and interior decor was great. Plenty of available free parking and next to a park too. I will definitely be back for future visits.

    Dexter A.

    Such a great vibe and beautiful restaurant. Inside is such an open and warm environment that offers a quality service. The food was tasty and we would be willing to go back for another visit.

    Appetizers
    Micah K.

    My friends and I visited for a concert and were looking for a good brunch place. Boy, did we find one! Since it was a Sunday afternoon, pulling up to a full sized Baptist Church was a little disconcerting. It took us a few minutes to realize that it had been repurposed and was now a multifunctional space. Since it was right after opening, there was a little bit of a line, but it moved quickly, and the service was very friendly. Everyone was so cheerful and friendly that it made the wait go by quickly. Inside, it is very tastefully decorated to celebrate its past as a church but also embrace the nature trails and biking paths nearby. It was a perfect balance of the old and new. Oh man, now the food! Everything that we had was absolutely amazing. The appetizers, our main courses, and the very reasonably priced carafes of mimosas. Everything was piping hot, looked as delicious as it tasted, and had very generous portion sizes. This is a great place to stop for brunch if you are anywhere in the Knoxville area!

    Yesenia I.

    I loved the decor of this restaurant! The server was very nice & helpful. The food came out perfect & full of flavor. Cooked to perfection :)

    Baked Potato Fries
    Angie M.

    We've been to 71 South 3 times and it's been great! Twice we sat at the bar and Opal did a fantastic job waiting on us. (Even remembered us from our first visit months ago!) Love the baked potato fries. Loaded up with crispy bacon, cheese and chipotle crema. Topped with pickled red onions and not too spicy pickled jalapeño slices. The esthetic La are so pleasant. Local artwork, wooden beams and creeping vines throughout. Just a heads up, Sunday brunch is very busy and they are usually on a 30-45 minute wait. We will definitely be back!

    Grilled chicken sandwhich on gluten free bun with sweet potato fries

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    Ask the Community - 71 South

    Is there a handicapped entrance?

    Yes there is. It is located to the left of our main entrance, past our patio. Follow the blue signs up our ADS ramp and it'll bring you to our side entrance.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes we do, however it is only for parties of 7 or more.

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    4.2(51 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    The Vault was our second stop on our cocktail hop night, and I'm so glad we found it!…read more First off, the interior is chef's kiss. The dark, glamorous aesthetic is stunning--perfect for date night or for impressing out-of-town guests. I loved the gold accents, layered textures, and thoughtful lighting. Everything worked together beautifully. We chose to sit at the bar to watch the mixologists work their magic. They were incredibly helpful in guiding us toward drinks that matched our preferences. I absolutely loved my cocktail--even if I can't recall the name--because it delivered the spicy kick they promised. We also ordered several shareable plates, all of which were delicious. We tried the Carnitas Tamales (shredded pork, ancho mole, fresh corn, masa, cilantro, yuzu arbequina oil), the Vegetable Empanadas (house-made pastry, wilted kale, roasted sweet potato, Oaxaca and cotija cheese, black bean purée, and adobo & chile-lime aioli), and a salad. I'd happily order any of them again. I did find myself wishing for a bit more heat, but I've learned that's hard to come by in Tennessee. At least the staff gave us a heads-up that the spice level is toned down. I'm already looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu. The vibe is fantastic--and while they have a nice outdoor space, the interior is so eye-catching I'm not sure I'd want to sit anywhere else.

    Cool atmosphere it's an underground speakeasy type of deal and had a cool list of cocktails…read more My cocktail was pretty good I wouldn't get it again but I liked it and the banana and gin was fun and new. Tapas were good the carrots were by far the best roasted perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. The crab dip was good but typical same with mushroom truffle pizza. The empanadas were good but a little dry I was glad they had sauce. Would go again and get the carrots and new items!

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    A bottle vault.

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    Inside the actual vault

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    Monkey’s Bar

    4.6(5 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    I love Monkey's bar!! It's the perfect meet in the middle between fancy cocktail bar and relaxed…read moreenvironment! Bartenders are so friendly and even let me sample a pre batched cocktail to ensure I'd like it! Will definitely be back!

    If you like near downtown and own a dog, this will become your go-to spot! It is pretty bare-bones…read moreinside, with a few high-tops and bar seating, a separate space you can step up into with more wooden tables and bench seating and not much in the way of decor. They have some really fun drinks with pop-culture references, a sizable list of mocktails, booze list galore, and keep beer flowing , too. The service is friendly and the prices in line (if not cheaper) with other bars downtown ($11-12 per cocktail). We loved that people are allowed to bring in their own food (they have a few snacks you can order) and that dogs are welcome. In fact, word has it that the bar is named after the owners' dog, Monkey, so it makes sense that they pass along their pup love to our community. Note that huge (but very sweet) dogs may be freely roaming and were knocking into people carrying full drinks and begging strangers for food. Also, we were with a group across from the bar and I will say that it was absolutely deafening. We were next to each other and were yelling, "CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW!?" They could use a few items to soak up some sound like cushions on the bench seating, some rugs, etc. It would also make the space a bit more homey and inviting.

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    Monkey’s Bar - Monkey likes the pizza!

    Monkey likes the pizza!

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    4.5(49 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    I love a kitschy bar and this is definitely it. They have fully committed to the theme and the gift…read moreshop next store is filled with Alice and wonderland themed trinkets and treasures. It's quirky and the staff is super friendly making this all around a great experience. I got a magic potion drink because you got to keep the glass bottle it came in and it sparkled which came out to $12 plus a tip. What more could you want really. The drink was some kind of party punch, it was a little stiff but pretty tasty. If you're in the area this is worth checking out. It's a one of one and the drinks were reasonably priced for it being a novelty experience.

    So I didn't actually get the chance to try a drink here: I came on Thurs around 3p because Google…read morelisted Thurs hours as 11a-2a. They are wrong, they don't open until 5 on Thurs and I had to get back to the airport by then! That said, there is an adjacent gift shop store that is also Alice themed - it was quite cute! I didn't buy anything but the clerk told me all this about the hours. I could see inside the bar and it looks really cute and fun - shame I couldn't actually get a drink because the menu looks awesome! Overall even though I didn't try anything I am certain this bar would be a great spot to hang in Knoxville if trying to unwind or hang around the social scene.

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    3.5(42 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    Fiori in Old City downtown Knoxville is such a cute spot with an amazing ambiance--perfect for a…read moregirls night or a special occasion. The atmosphere alone makes it feel like a little escape. The service was good, and my friend and I both really enjoyed our cocktails and entrées--they were definitely the highlight of the meal. We weren't huge fans of the appetizers we tried, but we found out they're leaving the menu soon anyway, so that made sense. On a high note, the pistachio cream dessert was an absolute delight and the perfect way to end the night. Overall, a really lovely experience and I'd definitely go back!

    You definitely are paying for the ambiance. The food itself isn't anything to right home about,…read moreespecially for the price. But I will applaud that the portions are decent sizes. I wasn't blown away and felt like the flavors were lackluster. The pasta was an alright red sauce, flavors could've been a bit more complex and boldly fresh. The Arancini tasted like a bland mushy hushpuppy in marinara. The best dish was the salmon, if I had to recommend anything! Super flaky with a crispy fish, paired nicely with the salad and potatoes. Service itself was good and the drinks were just okay. I like that they have many cocktail options to choose from, but my drink was honestly straight juice. As someone who's lightweight, I was shocked to find that the portions for drinks for the little amount of alcohol for $15 is a bit absurd (I got the st Richard ride). I'd only come once for the ambiance but it's pretty disappointing for what you pay. 6.5/10

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    Fiori - Some Appetizers

    Some Appetizers

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