Return visit back did not disappoint. Really was a big fan of the duck I and the couple of bites of steak I got to sneak off my wife's plate! The service was good, timely and brought out timely. The inside was nice that afternoon and everything looked tidied up inside. Will definitely be back as we work through our faves, but would come and try it. read more

Came here last Sunday and everything was splendid. The owner who greeted us at the front was welcoming and our server, Nicholas, was attentive and polite. The interior was also nice. But what about the food? Amazing, great. I had the shrimp and grits and they were delicious (and I usually don't like grits). My cousin and aunty's meat was tender and rich. Dessert was also great, especially the Pecan Pie. If you're in the area and looking for somewhere to eat, it's a must! read more

Fire Smoke - Shrimp and Grits - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

My husband and I visited Fire + Smoke in Knoxville on a whim, looking for somewhere different that neither of us had tried. We secured a same-day reservation, and it turned into one of the best dining experiences we've had in quite some time. Don't let the unassuming strip-mall location fool you. Inside, the restaurant is intimate, beautiful and thoughtfully designed. Every table appeared occupied, yet it never felt loud or crowded. We could easily carry on a conversation without competing with the room around us. We arrived early and started at the beautiful bar, separated from the dining room by a glass fireplace. My husband ordered an Old Fashioned, his usual benchmark at a new bar. Served over a single large cube, it was properly spirit-forward rather than overly sweet and exactly his preference. I was intrigued by the Campfire Martini but don't particularly enjoy mezcal, so our bartender enthusiastically substituted bourbon. With chocolate liqueur, smoked marshmallow syrup, cream, cocoa and smoked graham cracker, it was rich and chocolate-forward while still allowing the bourbon to shine. My only minor critique was the lemon on the rim, which didn't quite complement the bourbon and chocolate. I suspect it works better with the original mezcal. Our server, Rosa, personally came to the bar to tell us our table was ready. That small touch was the beginning of exceptional service. We often share an entrée, so we chose the 14-ounce Prime New York Strip and asked Rosa for guidance on accompaniments. This is where she really distinguished herself. Rather than simply telling us what was popular or expensive, she could discuss ingredients, preparation, flavors and pairings. Her enthusiasm for the food was genuine, and her recommendations were spot-on. We started with the Caesar, thoughtfully divided into two bowls by the kitchen. Crisp greens, freshly shaved Parmesan, excellent croutons, house-made bacon bits and a rich dressing where you could actually taste the anchovy made this an outstanding Caesar. At Rosa's recommendation, we chose the smoked baked potato. She was absolutely right. Creamy and light with a distinctive smoky character and what tasted like rosemary-forward butter, it was far more interesting than I expected from a baked potato. Then came the Prime New York Strip, ordered medium-rare and cooked perfectly. I'm particularly critical of restaurant steaks because I'm very comfortable preparing them at home. This easily ranks among the top three restaurant steaks I've eaten and may be the best New York strip I've had anywhere. It was seasoned beautifully without masking the quality of the beef. The house-made creamy horseradish was wonderful with both the steak and potato, although neither needed anything added. We were completely full when Rosa mentioned dessert. We agreed to hear the selections only for future reference. That plan didn't survive her description. We ordered the crème brûlée cheesecake, and Rosa suggested substituting bourbon-infused ice cream for the usual lavender. It was an inspired pairing. The cheesecake had a beautifully brûléed top, and the ice cream was vanilla-forward with just enough bourbon to give it character. I'm not a huge fan of graham-cracker crust and thought it slightly overpowered the cheesecake; my husband thought the balance was perfect. Considering how quickly we finished it, he may have won that argument. Rosa deserves special recognition. She was one of the most knowledgeable and genuinely helpful servers we've encountered in quite some time. She was attentive without hovering and never made us feel hurried despite a full restaurant. My husband actually commented that she should be training other servers. Too often, asking a server for a recommendation gets you what's most popular or expensive. Rosa could explain WHY she recommended something. She understood flavors and pairings and genuinely seemed excited about the kitchen's work. That made a tremendous difference in our experience. The menu changes seasonally, so a few things we'd seen in older reviews weren't currently available, including a bread service my husband hoped to try. Rather than a true negative, it gives us another reason to return. Fire + Smoke feels upscale without being stuffy. We happened to be in shorts and felt completely comfortable, yet it would be equally appropriate for a special occasion. Beautiful atmosphere, excellent cocktails, thoughtfully prepared food and exceptional service. The steak alone would bring me back. The smoked potato would bring me back. But Rosa and the attention to detail turned a wonderful dinner into a memorable dining experience. We went looking for somewhere different. We found somewhere we're already looking forward to visiting again. read more

Fire Smoke - Crème brûlée cheesecake with a bourbon infused ice cream - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

The Caesar salad with house made dressing was excellent. I had a New York strip that was better than any other steak that I've tried in Knoxville. Ask for Rosa. She had tried everything on the menu and made honest recommendations. read more

Had the steak again - and tried the Fire + Smoke salad and Cesar. Grilled Romaine will always be my favorite. And you can't beat the scallops. Wanted to also mention that the mocktail list is excellent - taste and presentation of the rum-less dragonfruit drink makes you want more than just one. read more

Fire Smoke - Steak cooked medium with demi glacé and charred broccolini - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Highly overrated. We had a 6:00 reservation for 5 by the time we were able to order they were out of their wagyu and prime steaks...I was one of the first to order as well as my son in law...we both ordered American wagyu when served I was flabbergasted. There's no way this was wagyu...it was tough and overcooked. There's steaks that I buy at Butler and Bailey far exceeds this mess. Service was slow...all the entrees were not good and the cheesecake was laughable...save yourself some money and go to Burger Kiing... read more

Way way overpriced for what you get!! American wagyu ribeye totally not worth the price!! At 6:30 they were out of Japanese wagyu and American wagyu so one party in our group could not get what they wanted-luckily read more

I picked this restaurant for a work dinner. Everything was so good better than I could have imagined. The service was excellent! The ambiance actually makes it perfect for date nights or anniversary celebrations specifically. We ordered the American wagyu steak options for entrees. I got the ribeye my friends both got the filet. The steak melts in your mouth so delicious!! For appetizers we ordered the Beef tartare and the pork belly. Finished the meal off with crème brûlée cheesecake and ice cream The drinks were really good as well This place is definitely worth checking out for any and all drinks f your celebrations in life!!!! read more

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This place exceeded my expectations for fine dining! The restaurant was very clean and very nicely decorated! You feel like you're in a modern cabin kinda vibe. Service was excellent! We ordered a bit of everything: Ribeye, Brussels sprouts, some of their specialty desserts...everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! Would highly recommend if you're in the Knoxville area! read more

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Service was great. Prompt, server knew menu, pleasant, helpful. Ambiance is great you can actually hear people at table talk. Food was excellent: shrimp and grits, lamb, and chocolate brownie desert. We will go back read more

Our party of four ate at Fire Smoke recently. It was our first visit, and we came away very impressed. Decision to dine here was made sort of last minute, so we didn't have a reservation. We arrived shortly after the restaurant opened and were seated in the bar area. First off, the restaurant is beautifully decorated. It's on the small side and feels very cozy and intimate. Our server was amazing in guiding us through the menu. We all started with cocktails which were so good! For entrees, I had the salmon, and others had the fillet, roasted chicken and the pork chop. It was all delicious! read more

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Sat at the bar for Valentine's Day dinner. The ladies behind the bar were wonderful; attentive and made small talk. Food came out in a timely fashion. Enjoyed the French Onion soup. Liked the seared tuna but could have done without the fried onions as someone else mentioned. Ribeye steak was cooked as ordered but nothing really special about it. I also felt like the price point was off for what you got. read more

Came here with my husband for a date night, he had been looking forward to this reservation for over a week. Overall it's a coin toss as to if we'd come back, there were some high points and some low points as well. Food - 5 Stars Bar Service- 5 Stars Table Service - 1 Star Food: Apps - Steak tartar, lobster salad Salads - tomato salad, grilled endive salad Entree - Iberico Pork Chop w/ Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms Dessert: Pumpkin Chocolate Chuck Blondie All of the food was amazing! We'd eat everything we ordered again and would happily try new items as well. Bar Service: We arrived early for our reservation so we sat at the bar and had a couple of drinks, an app, and a salad. I had the Rosemary Royal and my husband had the signature Old Fashion. We shared the steak tartar and then the tomato salad. The bartender went out of his way to find out which table would be ours so we could transition from the bar to our table without having to go to the host stand. The above and beyond service was not expected but very appreciated. Table Service: We specifically ordered our app, salad, and entree as shared items to be an app then the salad then then entree; but instead of separate courses everything came at the same time. Disappointing,; especially since we know the kitchen was capable, as the patrons next to us at the bar had a property coursed dinner. Twice the server came to the table, water pitcher in hand, empty glasses on the edge of the table ready to be filled. Our server came and went, no water was poured. Eventually got water refilled with dessert; we were the only table in the section that had to ask for water as we watched everyone else get water as their glasses were emptied. After the entree plates were cleared the server went straight to "how about that check", had to ask about desserts - should have been the other way around. If we go back we'll be eating at the bar only. read more

Ate at Fire + Smoke tonight. You definitely need a reservation and this is an upscale restaurant. The steaks were excellent with a good seasoning, moist, and cooked to order. The steak fries are a little too salty, and left in the oil a little long, but had great flavor and were filling. It was my wife and I on one ticket and our two friends on their own ticket. With dinner, an appetizer, and alcoholic beverages our total with gratuity was about $250. Follow me on Yelp for more to see and do and eat in Knoxville and the East Tennessee area. read more

Fire Smoke - Fire + Smoke - Northshore Drive across from Keller Bend (behind the Silo). - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Had a large group. Food was good, not sure prices justify the quality though. French onion soup was not good- bread was dry, not many onions in the soup. Steaks were good, but not $70+ good. Pork chop excellent. The two who had fish said it was really good. Good ambiance. I'd say it's overpriced, but it was crowded so maybe it's just me. read more

Service was amazing, thank you Joe. The food was 10/10! I've never had a better steak than at this steak house... and the pork belly, I could eat that everyday read more

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Was really excited to try this place as a new "go to" - NOPE! All around disappointment. (Food + Service). The only enjoyable thing was leaving. read more

Date night with my hubby, so wanted to try this newer place. Absolutely awesome! Nice dining area, but not a huge place. The service is great. The food is absolutely delicious! The North Carolina trout was perfectly seasoned and grilled. One of the best fish I've ever eaten, for real. Sides are all delicious, especially the mushrooms and mashed potatoes. We finished with a gluten free torte, yum! Excellent, high quality food, with thought and care put into it. Totally recommend!!! Can't wait to go back!! read more

Fire Smoke - Chocolate flourless torte with raspberry. Delicious! - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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During our almost 30 years' service in the military, my wife and I have dined in fine restaurants all over the U.S. and many foreign countries. I don't recall ever having a better meal. We started with the "Fire & Smoke" salad and from the first taste, we knew we were in for a great meal. Anyone who can make a salad dressing that well is going to excel at the rest of the meal. We moved on to the Prime Angus Ribeye, with Crispy Brussels Sprouts and the Rustic Mashed Potatoes. The ribeye was cooked perfectly (Medium-Rare), the Sprouts were a very pleasant surprise, and the Mashed Potatoes will be a must have every time we visit. Service, Drinks, and Desserts were all that you would expect and, for now, this will be our "Go-To" restaurant for special occasions. read more

The risotto was my favorite thing in the menu with sea bass! The service was great and the ambience. I will be back!

A great first-time experience. The front of the restaurant is misleading because of its small strip shopping center location. However, upon entering, it reveals itself as a dark, warm, tasteful, classy, and romantic space. Their wine list is extensive, although not much by the glass is offered. The Wednesday special made ordering a bottle a much better deal, though. We had the Justin Cabernet sauvignon. The menu is very well-rounded with plenty to offer; of course, steak is their specialty, so that's what we ordered. The filet mignon is only offered at eight oz., and the menu prices are very high, so we split our meal. Our server provided outstanding and attentive service throughout. He readily accommodated our split meal by having the salad prepared on two different plates and providing us with an additional plate to split the main course (without having to ask). We had the Fire+Smoke salad, the 8oz filet (medium), and a side of rustic mashed potatoes and crispy brussel sprouts. Their specialty salad was perfect. The steak was amazing. Every last bite was delicious. And the sides were a perfect compliment to the meal. Overall, it's a notable place for a great meal but also very expensive. read more

Fire Smoke - Eight oz Filet with rustic mashed potatoes and crispy Brussel sprouts - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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This restaurant is fabulous! Walked in for the first time tonight and we were not disappointed. We had reservations for the evening and we were seated promptly. Mandy was our server and could not have been more accommodating. She explained the drink menu (custom drinks specifically made for this restaurant) and the wine list. She was very helpful with suggested pairings. We ordered the scallops appetizer and they were perfect. My wife ordered the short rib entree and I ordered the filet w/asparagus and a baked potato. Everything was cooked to perfection. We followed up with the homemade fruit pies with vanilla ice cream. Again, excellent. I finished the meal with some pressed fresh coffee. Rich and flavorful. We have lived in Knoxville 7 years and this is probably the best restaurant meal we have had. Can't say enough good about this place. read more

Great new addition to West Knoxville for perfectly cooked steaks! The filet was grilled exactly as requested with a nice sear. The rosemary butter is a great accompaniment and the grilled pepper on the side were really tasty. The steaks are pricey but seriously delicious! The tartare appetizer with quail eggs is a great start to a meal that also was delivered with friendly service. read more

First time dining we had a great experience. The wagu and other meats on back of menu were too pricey for my taste but other menu items will have us return. started with bread platter followed buy grilled endive and I had pork belly confit as entree and hubby had lobster pasta. All excellent in this tucked away little find. read more

Our first time to Fire & Smoke for our anniversary last night. Our server, Mary, was absolutely wonderful!! The food was delicious. We started with the homemade bread, which was to die for. There are spreads that pair perfectly with each bread. The fire and smoke salad was amazing!! Our entrees were sea bass and American Wagyu, the filet was like butter. Ended with the Creme Brûlée cheesecake that was to die for. Absolutely will be back and highly recommend to anyone. Very intimate place l, great for a date night. read more

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Server (Jane) was attentive. However, I saw "Bacardi" on the liquor list for $8, and ordered a Bacardi & Diet Coke. Nope - we don't have Bacardi on the menu was the response. Servers should know the menu, or the menu should be corrected. Our entrees were delivered quickly, and the steaks cooked to perfection. Two had the fillets, one the strip, and another the Cottage Pie. The "garnish" on the steak entrees was sufficient enough to serve as a salad on it's own. All entrees were excellent, as was the side of brussel sprouts. There was no rush to get us in/out, and the interior was very nice, clean, but a bit chilly. The prices were a bit steep - a bit too much I thought ($105 for a fillet?), but everything was excellent. Not the sort of place I'd eat at monthly, but for special occasions it's perfect, and I'd recommend it. read more

Ambiance was very elegant and fancy. Our server Jane was great they answered all of our questions and was very patient and friendly! The food was amazing 10/10 steak was grilled to perfection and loved the house made steak sauce! The pork belly confit was probably my favorite i cannot wait to come back and try this place again! Highly recommend. read more

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The online menu was different from the actual menu. When I asked the bartender about it, I got a snobby reply. So I left...

Service was excellent Atmosphere was nice Prices were very high for quality of steak New menu was basically higher prices read more

Great atomosphere ,Fantastic service ,excellent food .Not too loud , and Jaut a great place to go.The first was 5 star and the personal service was far above what most restaurants in Knoxville have .Owner stopped by the table to say hello . Highly Recommend Michael Allen read more

My wife and I were excited to try a new place when we came in on Friday. The server was nice but clearly had no training whatsoever. She knew nothing about the menu or how anything was served. My wife asked how the trout was prepared and her answer was "with all the components ". This isn't a big deal for me. It's more a failure of management than her fault. We both ordered the flank steak and when I took a bite I got the distinct flavor of spoiled meat. I thought maybe it was the chimichuri sauce. So I tried a bite without and it was definitely the meat. At the same time I saw her make a weird face and she said this tastes spoiled. At that point I knew it wasn't in my head. We sent both meals back. I would have still been willing to give this place another chance if a manager or someone would have made any effort at all to make it right. Instead we paid $70 for a couple drinks and 2 sides and left hungry. This place won't last a year being managed this way. Seems like a huge waste of money to open a restaurant only to forget that customer service is what will keep it open. read more

Last night we went to Fire and Smoke. What a wonderful evening. The central fireplace was a classy touch adding to the ambiance. We began with the most beautifully presented salads, mine the Caesar, my wife's the heirloom tomato and my parents, who joined us for the evening each had the cranberry salad. Each were full of color, flavor and goodness. The assorted breads were light and tasty with a lovely array of spreads to accompany them. Then came the main entrees... My wife and I each had the American Wagyu Ribeye and my parents had the braised short rib and the Rack of Lamb. We tried the mushrooms, potatoes, Mac and cheese, Brussels and greens. All were a hit. The steaks incredibly tender and had a great flavor. The lamb was grilled and left so that pure lamb flavor shone through and it was delicious. Of course, we had to sample the desserts and our choices were the creme brûlée cheesecake, flourless chocolate torte and the cranberry banana bread. Each were delicious as we all tried bites of each one. All in all, as mentioned above, a wonderful evening made extra special by some pretty spectacular food and service... special shoutout to Hannah who took excellent care of us and had the best personality of any waitress we have had in a very long time. Hannah, your pride in your restaurant's food and your professionalism were outstanding. Thank you, Fire and Smoke. We truly appreciate you. read more

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The food was delicious & our server was great. I'm so glad I discovered this hidden gem. I'm looking forward to my next visit.

Nice ambiance, service was attentive. We didnt try any of the steaks, but their short rib bolognese, tomato salad, broccolini, mushrooms, fries and brussel sprouts were wonderful! If you love mushrooms, you need to order the side pf them! Delicious!! read more

My wife and I had a wonderful time. Great date night spot, the steak and lamb entrees were fantastic and the drinks were delicious. Hannah did a great job checking in a well, would be very happy going back to try something new. read more

Great place for a quiet high end dinner. Server was full of personality and very knowledgeable about the ingredients.

Josh at Fire Smoke was great. He knew everything on the menu and assisted with choosing the right dish. I'll be coming back

This should not be listed as a fine dining restaurant. Hostess dressed as a slob one of the waitresses looked like she just rolled out of bed. The food ranges from not good to marginal and outrageously priced. We typically go to Connors and wanted to try something new. Mistake! This was our Anniversary dinner, mentioned in reservation as well as confirmation, response "we've got you at our most secluded table". They tried sitting us in the middle of a 6 split table, the least secluded aside from sitting in the bar. Lucky us, we sat at the table closest to the kitchen. We waited about 15 minutes to be greeted by our waitress and another 15 for drinks while the restaurant was les than 30% filled. We would happily pay $425 all in for an outstanding meal and experience, this left us unfulfilled with upset stomachs. Expensive does not equate to fine dining. I highly recommend not trying this place. read more

First time and we were so impressed by the service and food. Everyone was so attentive and worked together to make sure we had an excellent experience. We will definitely return. read more

Fire + smoke is reopening this week! We had dinner there last night and it was spectacular. The ambiance is chic and elegant. Every food item was truly delicious. Starting with the bread basket, it had three different types of bread and each of them tasted fresh and had a homemade taste to it. The filet and pork chop were cooked to order. I tried the Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes, both so delicious. The mashed potatoes were creamy and I could taste the spices and herbs. The owners are absolutely amazing! They are very caring and passionate about the restaurant. Super nice and personable. They recommended to try the French press coffee. It is roasted in house in a smoker that gives it a unique smokey taste. If you like coffee you'll love this one. Must must try the flourless chocolate tarte!! That's my go to dessert at many restaurants but this one exceeded expectations. I was pleasantly surprised by the raspberry taste in the tarte itself. Overall we had such a great time and a wonderful experience. Can't wait to go back. read more

Fire Smoke - Flourless chocolate tarte and French press coffee. - Steakhouses Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee