I tried Aubrey's in Oak Ridge back in '22, and I have to admit I was not impressed. The food was…read moreacceptable and the service was good, but I did not care for the beverage options. As a diabetic, I avoid sugary soda, etc so I asked what my options were and was told it was Diet Coke. I find Diet Coca Cola to be vile, even among diet sodas, so that was a no go. Many local restaurants have begun offering Coke Zero, a much more palatable alternative, but not them. I settled for iced tea. The tea was not great, as is often the case, so I told them I'd likely come more frequently if they improved their beverages. All that being said, I recently tried again and found that they do now carry Coke Zero. And the meal was excellent (maybe because I wasn't disappointed in the soda, maybe it just improved). Regardless, of why, I can now say it was an excellent experience, either way the dinner rolls being a standout in my memory. I shall not wait three and a half years to return.

Aubrey's is almost always packed, which makes it seem like a standout spot in our small town. After…read morevisiting a few times, though, I've found it to be... pretty average. They do offer outdoor seating, which is nice, although I'm not sure yet if it's dog-friendly--something I'll have to check out next time. We usually sit at the bar, and one thing I've learned is that you need to be very specific with your drink order if you have preferences. For example, if you order a dirty martini without clarification, be prepared for a glass that tastes almost entirely like olive brine. Asking for "light" on the olive juice is a must. Even a standard vodka martini doesn't automatically come with a lemon twist, which feels like a small but noticeable miss. Service has consistently been solid--friendly and attentive, about what you'd expect. The food, however, has been hit or miss. I tried the FGTs twice, hoping the first experience was just an off night, but they still weren't memorable enough to order again. The steak tips appetizer has been the one standout for us--really flavorful--but if you're planning on ordering a steak entrée, doubling up on steak feels a bit redundant. The salads that come with the meals are reliably good, and the steaks themselves are decent, especially with the loaded baked potato on the side. That said, I ordered a fish dish on one visit that was forgettable enough that I can't even recall exactly what it was--just that I wouldn't order it again. Overall, Aubrey's is perfectly fine, but it hasn't wowed me. At this price point, I think there are better options around town. We might stop back in from time to time if we're in the mood for something different.

I enjoyed the Breakfast Juice and a pretzel. Friendly service and good IPA. Could be a bit heavier…read moreABV but tasted hoppy, slightly hazy and a touch citrusy. If I had more time I would've enjoyed a few more. Good stuff!!

Located right in the middle of downtown Gatlinburg,this locally owned brewery serves microbrews as…read morewell as wood fired pizza. Their food menu is limited but they offer a nice beer selection. I had their award winning Don't Feed The Bears which is a brown ale. Very good. I even bought a 4 pack to go. For food my wife had the GF Philly Philly pizza which she loved. I had their Sweet and Spicey wings which were lacking sauce and flavor. I even asked for more sauce but still not to my liking . If you like craft beers and wood fired pizza,this is definitely a place to try when in Gatlinburg.

This is a long overdue review - we've been eating here since they opened and it's our favorite…read morelocal southern Mexican food place. It's in a little building between Clinton and Oak Ridge and the staff is the absolute friendliest group ever. It's a smaller restaurant so it might be packed some days and a little quieter others. Clinton has no shortage of options when it comes to Mexican restaurants and everyone seems to have their favorite and that's totally fine but this place stands out to me and I'll tell you why. Everything I've ever ordered there seems to have better and more dynamic flavor than other places. My favorite dish is fajitas or grilled chicken but this place has me switching up my order to try things I otherwise would not because literally everything I've ever gotten here is amazing. There are certainly staples you'll find at other places but they have a great carne asada steak, the grilled chicken is amazing. Even the shredded chicken is legit. This trip we got a kids cheese quesadilla with rice and beans, a kids ACP, and I got cheese enchiladas with grilled chicken on top. I loved my enchiladas but had no problem tasting the rest of the families items because it was all so good. If you like spicy make sure and ask for some of their homemade hot salsa it's really good. They also have frosted glasses for cold draft beer both domestic and imported. 10/10 - I'd go back anytime.

Received chips and salsa as standard for appetizer: Waiter put his dirty hand in the first bowl to…read morebe used for the salsa; and the second bowl was dirty. 1st order was taco salad; however, the salad should be called taco salad soup. There was so much water in the 'taco bowl' it amounted to ~ 1/3 cup. Waiter says the water is from the lettuce. Unreal. Lettuce does not have that much moisture. I say the chicken is kept in water until ready to serve and that is where the moisture is coming from, and as result, the chicken is bland and tasteless. 2nd order, cheese enchilada: horrible sauce, tasted like corn starch, beef broth, and sugar. Bean burrito had a mild red sauce according to the waitress; however, the sauce was a disgusting amaretto sauce, far from Roja. Chalupa was not a chalupa but rather a tostada. I will give credit: lettuce was not wilted or brown, tomato was not rotten. Overall, would not return. Not even close to being Mexican food, and not even close to being tex-mex food.

Food was excellent and the server (Ashley) was top notch! Loved the burger and onion rings.read more

We were told to dine here by some friends. Sure glad we did! Jill got us seated at the bar, then…read morestarted with us with pretzel bites and beer. The cheese sauce was nice and the pretzel bites were just the right size and salted like they should be. Jill was the bright spot of eating here. She was prompt, very funny, and sincere. It's nice to see someone with such a nice work ethic. For lunch, John had a chili-cheese dog and Nashville Heat wings. I ordered the Buffalo Mac & Cheese. Both of us were happy with lunch. The serving sizes are large, so come hungry. We will definitely come back here. Thanks, Victory Bar for the nice lunch!

It was my first time at such a spot. The service and staff were great! All very attentive,…read moreprofessional and personable. I enjoyed the food and variety by getting the unlimited dinner. I thought the beef bulgogi and anything with the teriyaki or sweet flavor were best. The spot is very conveniently located and easy to find. It was clean and pleasant.

Every time I've come here I never had to wait, and the servers are always very helpful & nice! I…read morelove the selection of meats/poultry/seafood to grill. They now have an area so you can self-serve the small side dishes but they can still bring the rice and other sauces to the table if you request them. I love how they always have K-pop music videos playing in the background too!

If you're ever in downtown Knoxville, TN, swing by the Pretentious Glass Co and Pretentious Beer…read moreCo. They make their own glasses and tap handles. The variety of glasses is amazing. Cool people doing cool stuff. :)

Great selection of beers. Nice that they offer 5oz, 10oz, and 16oz options so you can try smaller…read moreserving if you want to jump around menu. Terrific service and cool atmosphere. And good music playing on vinyl.

The bar doesn't serve food but they regularly have some awesome food trucks on site. My…read moreWife and I enjoy sitting outside enjoying the music and downtown. If you want a drink and a place to hang out you can't beat it.

Good selection of taps and they also have flights. Service was excellent. Nice place to relax…read moreoutside - there is music and or food trucks mostly on or near the weekend

I love this little hidden gem off Kingston Pike. This is truly the only place in town anyone could…read morecall me a regular. Small but diverse beer selection with a couple local selections. I really come for the excellent mixed drinks. Favorite place to get a smoked old fashion in town. Great flavor and presentation. I recommend substituting Buffalo Trace for the company seismic rye. Super friendly staff and a home town bar feel. No food but sticky rice cafe next door delivers. I have taken to swinging by for an after dinner drink whenever I go out in west Knoxville. If coming west turn like going to Trader Joe's and cut through the bank parking lot. There is no left turn from Kingston Pike.

I had never heard of this place before but my husband and I stopped in while we were waiting for a…read moretable at Sticky Rice Cafe. We had no expectations, but were pleasantly surprised at the chill environment. Our bartender was so friendly! We played shuffle board until our table was ready. At the time we hadn't finished our drinks, and the bartender told us we could take our drinks with us next door as long as we brought back our glasses. I think that's the way to go, and I was honestly surprised more people didn't do this while they waited.

Fun little pit stop after hiking. Beer selection is fantastic. Did not eat. Not sure if they have…read morefood. Sat outside because the weather was perfect. Our bartender was knowledgeable and helped match their beers to the beers we know.

The first time I came here I wasn't that big of a fan but the second time was a lot better. I found…read moreout you could buy 6 pack beers chilled and it made trailhead have a bigger variety. At first I I thought there were only a few beer on draft. Update: you can not buy the packs of beer and drink it there. Super sad and felt really awkward but oh well. Definitely thought it was ok since it's a beer garden cause all the ones I've ever been to you could. But they don't have a license! I understand though. Still a neat place but unfortunately not my top choices! I wish they had a larger variety on draft.

I took the dog and sat outside. After about 15 mins I asked a guy headed to the bar to see if he…read morecould spot our waitress. The young lady then rushed outside and apoligised for not seeing us sat there. Service and the food were both very good after we spoke. There are a couple of downsides however: 1. There is no dog bowls or water easily availible for the dog. 2. The seats are starting to tear and give way. 3. The table was not wiped down recently. 4. It seems to double as a smoking area. Menu selections trend towards deep fried foods a lot. The selection of craft beers is extremely limited but the usual cheap "Lite" swill is plentiful. The patio is large and well laid out, it could be a lot better run.

I have to say I'm done with Oakey's. When we first came long ago, it was just OK to me then. It's…read moreonly gone downhill since. Everything has declined - service, food, and drinks. I've tried several things on the menu, and the wings were about the only things that kept me coming back. The garlic knots were inedible, our meals have been lukewarm, they don't have stuff consistently, and the last time we were in, I got an eye roll from the bartender when I asked for something. Yeah - sealed the deal - that was the straw - done. Bye Bye - adios. We finally went to Buffalo Mountain Grill, which has a similar vibe, and we will not be coming back here.