Outstanding Service and Old-School Hospitality!…read more I recently visited Connor's Steakhouse in West Knoxville, and while my steak unfortunately wasn't cooked to order the first time, I was extremely impressed with how the staff handled the situation. Our waiter immediately took care of it and went above and beyond by having an entire new meal prepared for me. Even more impressive, my meal was completely comped, and we were offered a free dessert while we waited for the replacement meal. The manager also personally stepped in multiple times to check on us and make sure everything was taken care of. You could tell that customer satisfaction wasn't just something they talked about -- it was genuinely important to them. Mistakes can happen in any restaurant. What really separates a great restaurant from the rest is how they respond when something goes wrong. Connor's handled it with professionalism, courtesy, and genuine concern. I especially want to compliment the entire team for maintaining that old-school charm of taking care of the customer and making things right. That kind of service is becoming harder to find, and it deserves recognition. Thank you to the waiter, manager, and everyone at Connor's for turning what could have been a disappointing experience into one that actually made me appreciate the restaurant even more. Five stars for the service, professionalism, and commitment to taking care of the customer!

The food looked good when it arrived, and the presentation was nice, but unfortunately, it lacked…read moreflavor. Honestly, I've had a better and more flavorful steak at Texas Roadhouse. I expected a little more, especially for a steakhouse. The cocktails, however, were really good and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the overall atmosphere was pleasant. Service was good, and we had a decent dining experience overall.

Absolutely wonderful! It's our family's go too for years now. Burger night with the family is a…read moremust.

We're in Knoxville this week for a conference and had been staying downtown, mostly walking or…read moretaking shuttles everywhere. Tonight, we needed to run to the store, and while driving away from the city we actually commented on how there didn't seem to be many restaurants around. A few minutes later, we spotted Ye Olde Steak House sitting off the road on the left and immediately thought, "That place has character." After shopping, we decided to head back and give it a try...and I am SO glad we did. Walking inside felt like stepping into an old rustic cabin full of warmth and history. We were greeted by a gentleman in an apron who welcomed us with a smile and joked, "Well, I don't typically seat people, but let's give it a try." He laughed, found our server, Kendall, and got us settled at a table. From the moment we sat down, the atmosphere felt homey, genuine, and completely unpretentious in the best possible way. The gentleman chatted with us for a moment and mentioned he had worked there for 57 years. When we looked at the menu and read the story on the front, everything clicked...this place is truly a Knoxville institution that has perfected its craft over generations. The menu was refreshingly simple: appetizers, sandwiches, sides, steaks, prime rib, chicken, shrimp, combos, specialties and desserts. No gimmicks. Just great food done right. Kendall was our server, and she was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. So kind, genuine, attentive, and full of great recommendations. We started with the charbroiled shrimp she suggested, and WOW...incredible flavor. Served with drawn butter, but honestly didn't even need it. We could have easily ordered a second round. The salads were old-school perfection: fresh iceberg lettuce, tomato, purple onion, carrots...exactly the kind of starter salad I love. We added bacon and cheese, and the homemade ranch was fantastic. Then came the star of the show: our filets. As a native Texan, I do not take steak lightly. We are surrounded by incredible steakhouses and barbecue back home, so I came in ready to judge. The gentleman who was cooking actually brought the steaks out himself and asked us to cut into them to ensure they were cooked properly. Y'all...this steak was fantastic. Tender like butter. Perfectly cooked. Honestly a great steak...sure kicked the pants off some of those high-end steakhouses that charge triple the price. My baked potato was perfectly cooked and a decent sized potato too. And I have to mention the little touches too...the club crackers and cheese spread they bring to the table when you arrive were an unexpected surprise. I'm not a big bread person so I enjoyed that difference. One of my favorite parts of the evening was simply watching the dining room around us. Prime rib plates were flying out nonstop, and at one point the woman behind us gave her husband a bite of hers. He closed his eyes and said, "Oh my gosh, that is amazing!" You could literally see the joy on his face. Safe to say when I return to Knoxville, I WILL be ordering the prime rib. As the night went on, we realized the gentleman who originally seated us was actually the owner, David. He came back by to check on our meal, and later we saw him bussing tables and helping everywhere he could. When we asked if he does it all, he simply smiled and said one of his servers was out sick and he wanted to help. Kendall later confirmed he's the owner and told us, "He's the kindest man. He does everything...cuts meat, seats tables, helps cook, cleans up... whatever is needed." She also said she truly loves working for him, and honestly, you can feel that culture throughout the restaurant. This isn't a flashy, fancy steakhouse...it's something different. It's authentic. Family-owned. Generational. A place built on hard work, hospitality, consistency, and genuinely outstanding food. If you're visiting Knoxville or even just passing through, look this place up and make the stop. Thank you to David, Kendall, and the entire team for such an unexpectedly amazing dining experience. We'll absolutely be back.

Amazing! First of all, they have an incredible whiskey and bourbon selection. Very impressive back…read morebar which gives it a unique gastropub feel. Great downtown location with both indoor and outdoor seating. Bison burger medium was very tasty! Love the fresh cut French fries. We also had the Chicken and Waffles with fries which was also very good and I highly recommend if you are looking for something other than a burger. Very large portions, so make sure you come hungry! Wonderful and quick service! Definitely will recommend to anyone visiting and will always remember the burger and fries.

We had fabulous burgers and wonderful fried pickle chips and onion rings…read more The house old fashioned was tremendous!!! Great service and super cool inside!

We booked the Chef's Table for our anniversary, and everything was absolutely amazing. We have…read moredined at many high-end establishments, and The Appalachian does such a great job of delivering exceptional food and service without the pretentiousness that can sometimes come with it. Our chef for the evening, Derek, was a wealth of information. He could tell us where everything on our plates came from, from memory. The chefs at this restaurant are THAT attuned to the ingredients they're working with. He even described what made the wines work with the food and admitted he wasn't always a wine pairing believer, but has quickly become one. Our server, Amanda, was sweet, pleasant, and incredibly accommodating. This girl noticed me lifting my hair off my neck (those open woodfire grills add an extra level of heat to the kitchen) and brought me a hand fan FROM HER PURSE. That caused one of the kitchen team to notice and bring me an electric fan. Like I said, stellar service. Even the general manager, Dan, was involved in our service that evening. It truly felt like the entire team was paying attention and genuinely wanted us to have a wonderful experience. Would I recommend the restaurant? 100%. Would I recommend the Chef's Table experience? 1,000%. Being in the kitchen, watching the team operate like a well-oiled machine, and getting dishes that aren't on the menu (I'm looking at you, tuna tartare), made it well worth it. We will probably do it again in a different season to see how the menu changes. @serenity_now_travel_concierge

Of the 5 night we were in town, we visited The Appalachian 3 times - not just for the quality of…read morethe food, but also for the quality of the people. From ensuring they source fresh, seasonal ingredients to creating a welcoming atmosphere, it's obvious that everything is done with passion and attention to detail. The night we came in for dinner, we had the joy of having Mariah as our server. We had the fried chicken skins, the à la carte ribeye and sirloin, mashed potatoes, broccolini, and summer squash, and then the cobbler for dessert. The drinks were strong pours, everything was seasoned perfectly, and the service was impeccable. Another night, we came in for drinks and dessert and had the goat cheese cheesecake and Pots de Crème. If you're looking for a restaurant that's the perfect combination of great food and great vibes, this is absolutely it.

Local Goat in Pigeon Forge TN is awesome. You can tell by the parking lot that is always packed…read moreout - every day. Food is Fresh and prepared exactly as you request it. Never been disappointed in any of the dishes ordered. Love the fresh, hand-cut french fries and fried green tomatoes. That's the only place my husband goes for the best burger in town.

Stopped in pigeon Forge to see the smoky mountains for two days while trekking to Clarksville. I…read morehave never been to the area so I was blown away. It was like a little kid Las Vegas! They literally have every fast food and chain dining experience on one block, but I didn't know that at the time but I'm tired of road trip Food so wanted to sit down for a good meal! Pulling into the parking lot and I was overwhelmed because it was huge and very crowded! We go to the desk and they tell us 25 minutes. This place was huge and very accommodating, they were getting people to their tables fast! We noticed two empty seats at the bar, so we opted to take them and had the pleasure of being served by Robert. He was attentive, made sure our waters were always full. He gave recommendations on his favorite dishes and was all around a great bartender! The guy working the other end of the bar was equally as professional. The ambience is a dark cool vibe, little trendy but people were dressed pretty casually! Answer the most important thing...The food! For an app, we got the beer, cheese fondue that came with apples, bread and pretzels. The beer cheese had a little bit of ooomph to it, which was refreshing because usually I'm not a big mustard person. The pretzel bites were incredible crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The apples were fresh all around the appetizer for 3 to 4 people so we took extra home. I ordered the 10 ounce sirloin cooked, medium with the web sweet potatoes and a side Caesar salad for a three dollar charge which ended up being a full-size salad! It was super fresh and gigantic for a side salad. The steak was cooked perfectly, in the middle with an insane sear. Their house, butter that they put on it truly elevated the flavor profile. I tried the sweet potatoes mashed and they were enjoyable, but I do not enjoy a sweet side with my food so I knew I was going to donate them to my husband and he said they were incredible, the flavor was definitely there just not my cup of tea, but I knew that from the beginning . He got the Caesar salad with grilled chicken! It had so much flavor and tastes incredible but yet melted in your mouth it was the most tender chicken I've ever had in my life, and the flavor was all there! Not even the slightest bit of any kind of dryness. One of the best bites of chicken I've ever had.! He ordered the bison meatloaf to go, and that comes with caramelized mashed potatoes and fried onion straws.... It smells incredible and I will update when we try it . * UPDATE: best meatloaf ever!!! Based on the quality/ experience on a very busy night- everything was phenomenal and I will return. Service 10/5 Food 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Value 5/5

I'll start from the beginning. I was at another great restaurant in Knoxville Tn. Where a couple…read morenext to me recommended trying Lonesome Dove, they said the food was excellent. So I went, they were not wrong. When I arrived I was met by a gentleman (I did not get his name ) who directed me to a table overlooking the restaurant, the atmosphere is inviting. My server Tyelo was delightful, very friendly and attentive, she familiarized me with the menu. I asked her what would be the restaurant's signature meals. I decided on getting the elk sliders with blueberry jam as an appetizer I've never had elk before, so this was definitely going to be new and it was delicious. Then I got a bowl of Texas red. Avocado, corn salsa. Smoked Gouda, crema, crispy tortilla. This is basically a chilly bowl with no beans just meat. I personally don't care for hot spices, but although this was hot for my taste, it was delicious and worth it. The main course, Elk loin, Swiss chard, hen of the woods, salsify, candied blueberries. The elk was delicious and the candied blueberries really enhance the taste of the meal. Along the meal I had an old fashioned. At the end of the meal a gentleman who introduced himself as Steve came over to the table and offered me a digestif in a chilled cordial glass it was great. All in all, a great dining experience Food-excellent, service - outstanding Ambiance also excellent. Thank you Tyelo and Steve for the experience.

I thought this restaurant was way overpriced for food that sounded so interesting and exciting, but…read moreended up being just meh. Our waiter was odd...he was commanding and dismissive. We wanted to start with several appetizers to share between the three of us, and then decide on entrees. He said we HAD to order everything at one time so the chefs could time everything appropriately. It was interesting because our $60 elk entrees came out lukewarm, and the bread was cold. The elk sliders were not great...it was just bread and a meat patty and maybe a hint of a blueberry sauce. Not exciting at all. The crab cakes were a mostly bread mass stuffed in a crab shell. The wild game plate was like a platter of soft beef jerky. The best appetizers were the rabbit-rattlesnake sausage, and the oysters. The asparagus at dinner was delicious and it was actually hot. The chocolate cake dessert was terrific too. So...all in all...food was just okay with a few good things.

Reviews show it is a new location, and you can tell. They haven't quite grown into this large…read morespace, but it is well appointed. Appears to not have their beer/wine/liquor license yet. The staff was stellar and attentive. They made sure the steaks were cooked as we liked and made their rounds without being obtrusive. The food was okay. Not bad, but not noteworthy. The Cesar salad was bland and overdressed. The broccoli cheddar soup was sad. The ribeye was somewhat overpriced but cooked correctly. The fried green tomatoes were just right. And the bourbon pecan pie was on point, well balanced on sweetness.

Fantastic service, and really good food. Came here for a family outing and glad we did. My mom is…read moretough to please, and even she was impressed. No complaints. Surprisingly cheaper than expected too

The food at Gaucho Urbano was fantastic! Everything was flavorful, well-prepared, and beautifully…read morepresented. The atmosphere was inviting, and the service was friendly and attentive. Definitely a great spot for a delicious meal!

We had a great time at this restaurant, the food was fantastic. The servers were on their A-game…read moreand was well worth the price for the restaurant.

First visit was tonight for dinner. Found Pete's on the Google map. Had a great hamburger…read moresteak...large grilled steak and tasty. My husband had the double cheese burger and onion rings. Ice tea was fresh and dining area was clean and not too crowded. Love it yall.

People rave about this place but I honestly wasn't impressed. We got steak and potatoes and desert…read more I wasn't impressed by any of these items and everything was expensive. Definitely not worth the price.

What a pleasant surprise! When you are forced to make a food choice bc you are known as the yelper…read moresometimes you just have to make a decision and boy did this one pay off. Do not let the outside of this place turn you away. It looks like a throw away but you would be doing yourself a dis service. Do not sleep on the Neva's potatoes or the Awesome Avocado Jack Burger subbing the veg burger for a meat burger... they are a steak house. Two others changed their orders after I ordered. It was excellent. It would be a vibey spot for a drink or dinner.

We have been going to Copper Celler probably for as long as they have been in business. I think…read moreit's pretty safe to say that not only has it been one of my parents, favorite restaurants throughout my life, I've always enjoyed it too. We were disappointed when they closed their original location, but we have tried to be supportive of this location, and my mom has always liked cappuccino. It's a cool idea to have two restaurants and one with two different menus. We had a disappointing experience. The restaurant was not particularly busy looking, so it was odd that it shook so long for our wine and drinks to come out. We ordered salads, specifying. We wanted them as soon as they were ready, and then we ordered entrées at the same time. Our salads came out, which took more time than seemed necessary, and before we could even start eating them, our entrees came out. The runner who brought her entrées, seemed confused as to why we weren't ready for our entrées. As we didn't have enough room on the table, we asked them to take our entrées back until we finished our salads. Our server, who seemed very pleasant, never came to check on us until after our entrees were brought out a second time & never mentioned the error with the pacing. Our fish was on the dry side, which could probably be attributed to the fact that it went back to the kitchen and sat under a warming lamp. We had a great time, because why would we let dinner spoil our evening, and we'll be back because I believe in supporting copper cellar, but I don't know that first time guests, or non-loyal guests would be willing to overlook an expensive meal that wasn't treated like it was expensive by the kitchen or wait staff. Hopefully, it was just a bad night, as every restaurant has them.