Firehouse Subs

Great food and different options to choose from. Loved this place. Will definitely come back next…read moretime I am in Knoxville.

As a Michelin guide restaurant, Potchke has earned the right to "mess around in the kitchen", as…read morethey say. However, I wonder about the hype. Haven't had pastrami in a while so I had to order the Pastrami Reuben and the presentation was great with how it was stacked! Between the sauce and the sauerkraut the flavors were all good and I enjoyed the taste of the pastrami when I found it, but the bread to meat ratio was so high I mostly tasted the burned crust of the bread and very few bites of pastrami. It was one slice of pastrami, not a thin slice but not what you hope for when you bite into true Jewish deli pastrami, which are normally bursting at the seems with meat. Marble rye is hard not to burn and they did a good job for the most part, but I tasted more crust than I did pastrami, and for $18 I wonder if this sandwich was more a charge for the hype. The blintzes were also smaller than one would expect of a blintz but I absolutely loved the compote on top.

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My favorite Peach and cream babka full of vanilla pastry jam and NC peach jam

Nixon's Deli

3.8(58 reviews)

2.8 mi

Hate to see this Bearden location go. A classic Knoxville institution. As always the the place is…read morefull of friendly faces and my peppered beef was outstanding, with the smoked potato salad and topped it off with the locally famous banana pudding. Everyone is hoping they can work out another Bearden location. Thanks to Lisa and her team.

Save your money. I ordered a turkey and roast beef sandwich, with cheese, mayo, olives,…read morepepperoncinis, and mushrooms. They gave me 2 peices of olive, forgot the pepperoncinis and mushrooms... there was no flavor. I also got the pasta salad which was a tiny serving and not very good. I would skip this place. Nothign special about it and not at all flavorful. Go to a place that will listen to your order

Not good

Peppered Beef w/ provolone

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Gus's Good Times Deli

3.7(119 reviews)

3.2 mi

Look, this is not going to be high in dining. But, it's still does the job and scratches that itch…read morefor a nice heavy gut bomb especially if you're hungover. I have really fond memories of this place from when I was at the University of Tennessee and really, nothing has changed. Same friendly people behind the counter same old school looking menu. And when you walk in still the smell of the steam sandwiches, meat and cheese. My favorite is the roast beef and smoked cheddar on dark with mustard mayonnaise and of course you have to get the pickle and pepper with it. If you want to break with tradition, you get the fries instead of the potato chips but that is up to you. I can't speak to anything else on the menu other than the deli sandwiches in the fries because that is what I order every time I go by. If you've never been to Gus's deli or have never experienced the beauty that is in the deli sandwich I suggest you run not walk to this place especially if you're hungover. This is one of those things that will satisfy you and sit in your stomach for hours so it's a great place to go before a football game or a basketball game and not have to worry about eating the overpriced concessions.

I recently moved to the area and this spot came HIGHLY recommended from my spouse and his family!…read moreService was friendly and FAST! Portions are also HUGE, we stopped in for lunch, I took leftovers and was still not hungry for dinner. Sandwich was good but fries were amazing and well seasoned. I also enjoyed the endless drink options and the Coke Zero from the fountain was SO good (one of the best fountain soda ratios I have ever had)!! Overall this is a good stop for lunch when near campus.

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Butler & Bailey market

4.9(24 reviews)

5.1 mi

The first thing you notice when you walk in, is that the cashiers and baggers will look over, smile…read moreat you, and say hello. When was the last time THAT happened to you? The first section you see is Produce. It is much smaller than I usually see, but well-arranged with a good variety and clean. Moving through the Deli and Bakery, the aromas are wonderful, and I haven't yet gone through either without buying something. Then you arrive at the Meat Department, and that is really why you go there. The variety and quality are that of the best butcher shop you have ever been to, and it is the primary reason that I drive right past three other grocery stores to get to B&B. You owe it to yourself to at least try it once, with the understanding that you will probably be going back again

Small (good for me, less walking) but bristling with everything I could need. Low prices and…read moreextremely friendly staff. My all-time favorite grocery store!

Delicious Bone-In Steak!!

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Amico Delicatessen

5.0(8 reviews)

25.1 mi

Would you believe me if I told you there was a an Italian deli in the Great Smoky Mountains?…read more Well, there is. For being 900 miles away from Arthur Avenue, Amico Delicatessen does an excellent job of bringing their take on classic Italian sandwiches to the mountains. The Amico Special as well as the Roast Beef are great. I pack 'em with me and take them into the park. But if al fresco dining in the park isn't your thing, the attached distillery next door means you can have a blast without having to leave the parking lot.

Decided to try this deli on our trip to Company Distilling in Townsend. They are tucked in a small…read moreare just outside the side door. I had the caprese sandwich which was loaded with meat, cheese, tomato and lettuce. It was delicious and everything is so fresh. My wife had the grilled cheese sandwich. It was packed with cheese on a thick roll. Nothing but a wonderful lunch.

Turkey Caprese

Pesto Parmesan Fries

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Amico Sandwich

Sam and Andy's

3.4(18 reviews)

7.7 mi

FYI - this location is likely on the way out. Dining room / regular hours are cut - special events…read moreonly.

Be prepared to eat cause there's a lot to....eat! You definitely won't go away hungry, that's for…read moresure. Caveat emptor (let the buyer beware) if you order a double. There's a side of beef on those buns, hamburger buns, not mine, at least not until after a few more visits. I ordered the SEC burger. It was full of perfectly grilled onions, an ample amount of bacon, cheddar cheese, and let's not forget the chunk of meat. The saying "the South shall rise again" is befitting, for the SEC surely rose to the occasion. My son-in-law ordered the Double Vol. Vol as in volunteer, but it could have stood for the abbreviation vol, as in VOLUME! Even after cutting his burger in half, he had difficulty arranging which angle to tackle the behemoth. After a couple of attempts, he finally got a handle on the thing and made quick work of it. He mentioned that a snake would have had a hard time getting its mouth around that burger. Even after dislocating its jaw! The boy loved the challenge as much as he loved the burger. Fries galore come with your burger selection. There is plenty enough to bring home in a box with what burger you may have left over. Now, let me discuss the milkshake bar. Sorry, but I can't. I wanted one big time. But my daughter reminded me that we had Buttermilk Sky Pie waiting for us back at the house. It won out this time. But my next visit to S and A's will include a milkshake without doubt. I did see a number of folks enjoying theirs. They all had smiles. There are plenty of tables and a huge TV, so you can bring the neighborhood with you. Don't worry about parking, there's plenty of that too. I bet this place rocks during a big game. True, southern hospitality greets you at the order counter. These folks were happy, polite, and smiling. They stayed that way as they came by to check up on you, making sure that your Sam and Andy's experience is a good one. Did they cater to my every whim? Well, every whim associated with food. I didn't pressure them. After all, it was only my first visit. Quick Tip: They serve Coca-Cola products. I didn't know what to get. My daughter suggested an Arnold Palmer. What the heck is that I asked. Lemonade and ice tea, she said. I opted for the Tiger Woods. Water.....( think about it before you "hazzard" a guess ).

Notice the halo over the "T". As it should be.

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Doan's Market & Deli

4.0(6 reviews)

4.8 mi

I've been going here for years. Love the staff, always so friendly! The deli is great and has a…read moregood selection!

This place was a disappointment. I expected an awesome deli. Instead i got a steamed burger that…read morewas similar to school lunch burger. They didn't even offer fries. I've heard so many things about this place. Honestly i would give it 2 stars but the staff was friendly. You won't see me coming back

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Meat and cheese by the pound--

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Menu....sorry, couldn't zoom in

Holy Land Market

4.6(263 reviews)

1.8 mi

I love that I live up the street from this place. Always, Always hits and is on point…read more One of the owners (women) is so sweet. Love supporting a local business like this!

**Vegan review**…read more Amazing find in TN especially since good vegan food is so hard here in Knoxville. They have burgers, gyros, sandwiches that are all made with impossible meat. Impossible Gyro 10/10 - comes with a vegan taziki sauce (fries not included) Will continue to try the different vegan dishes.

Chicken Shish Tawook Pita Plate

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Steamboat on Central

4.7(62 reviews)

2.8 mi

Looking for a quick bite, I turned to Yelp and found this gem. Upon entering, the smell of fresh…read morebaked bread greets you like a warm hug. After perusing the menu, I decided on a large Chicken Bacon Ranch w/lettuce, tomato, and mayo, accompanied by a bag of chips and a sweet tea. Within a few short minutes, my order was ready for pick up. The sandwich was more than satisfying - well crafted and big enough for two servings. Without a doubt, the fresh-baked bread was the star of the show. It was soft and absolutely delicious. Service was fast and friendly. There's ample indoor and patio seating. Parking is limited to the street. Definitely swing by Steamboat if you're in the area!

I got the roast beef sandwich. With tax, it was $18.02. It had two or three thin pieces of roast…read morebeef. The service was fine, but nothing to write home about. And the ambiance was very basic.

Chipotle turkey sandwich with a side of pasta salad. So fresh and tasty.

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Vandergriff's Fresh Steamed Hoagies

4.5(22 reviews)

8.2 mi

Great food and wonderful service and staff. Always enjoy coming to Vandergriff's Deli.read more

8/10 - Sunrise Deli A no-frills local gem that delivers…read moreexactly what you want -- fresh ingredients, hearty portions, and a menu that feels homemade and creative.

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Louannee M.

6 years ago

My name is Louanne and I came in around 4:15 or so today and ended up falling and cutting my head open on the concrete in front of their store. A young girl with long blonde hair I believe one of the managers ran outside and immediately applied pressure to my wound telling me I was okay as she saw I was crying in pain and yelled at another girl to call for help. I was so embarrassed but the girl made me feel so comfortable and assured me she did not mind to help at all and told me to stop apologizing. Then the girls gave me my food for free even though I'm the one that disrupted their work day and gave them a hard time. Another girl there was also very helpful she was a black lady helping out the girl with me! I wish I had got their names. I would like those 3 girls to know how grateful I am for their help and kindness especially the one that helped me stop the bleeding and sat with me on the ground for about 10 minutes never letting go of my head even though I said I'd be okay! I tried to post something one separate time but it did not go through I don't think. read more

Kayla D.

4 years ago

This store has the best staff ever! They're all so sweet and can brighten anyones mood. Abbey is amazing and has a heart of gold, she is so good with my 35 year old son who has a disability. So often people assume he cannot order his own food but not only does she address him instead of me, she has his order and name memorized now plus goes out of her way to converse with him which makes him feel special. Great job Firehouse! read more

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