A Memorable Evening at Raven Steakhouse: A Refined Gem in Downtown Maryville As a person with a particular appreciation for establishments that elevate special occasions, I recently had the pleasure of dining at Raven Steakhouse (211 W Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37801), and I can confidently say it sets a new standard for fine dining in the region. From the moment of arrival, the experience was seamless. Our reservation was honored promptly, and we were escorted through an elegantly appointed dining room that strikes the perfect balance: sophisticated and refined, with beautiful linens, soft lighting, and an atmosphere of quiet luxury that feels welcoming rather than intimidating. The space exudes timeless sophistication without a hint of pretension--a rare and refreshing quality. Our server, Alene--who doubles as a skilled sommelier--approached with genuine warmth and effortless grace. Her deep knowledge of both the menu and wine pairings proved invaluable, guiding us thoughtfully through an impressive selection of dishes. Attentive without ever being intrusive, she anticipated needs with remarkable precision, creating that ideal sense of being cared for rather than merely served. Alene's charm and professionalism elevated the entire evening. We began with two Raven Salads, which immediately demonstrated the kitchen's commitment to quality and restraint. The artisan mixed greens were impeccably fresh and crisp, serving as an ideal foundation for the other components. The bright acidity from pickled onions and the house vinaigrette was masterfully balanced against the rich, unctuous egg and perfectly portioned Benton's bacon--a locally revered ingredient that is too often overused. Here, it was handled with exemplary subtlety, allowing each element to shine. For entrées, my companion selected the Chilean Sea Bass, paired flawlessly by Alene with an unoaked Chardonnay, while I enjoyed the Prime Rib Eye. Both preparations were executed with precision: the sea bass moist and delicate, the rib eye richly marbled and cooked to absolute perfection. That first bite prompted the kind of involuntary satisfaction that only truly exceptional cuisine inspires--eyes closed, a contented lean back. The wine pairings did more than complement; they elevated and transformed the dishes, creating a harmonious whole that felt greater than the sum of its parts. An unexpected highlight came with dessert. We had initially ordered the signature 10-layer chocolate cake, only to learn the chef deemed that day's batch imperfect. Rather than disappointment, we were met with gracious transparency and a complimentary replacement. We chose the Bananas Foster, a dish new to me, and it proved transcendent: warm, caramelized bananas nestled alongside creamy house-made ice cream delivered pure indulgence. I now find myself wary of ordering it elsewhere, lest it fall short of this benchmark. To accompany the meal, we enjoyed an expertly crafted Old Fashioned and a pair of Espresso Martinis, each presented in ideal glassware and demonstrating true mixology artistry. In a year just beginning, Raven Steakhouse transformed our first "date night" of 2026 into an unforgettable celebration of culinary excellence and impeccable service. The drive home was filled with conversation about when we might return--proof of an experience that lingers long after the last bite. For anyone seeking a luxurious dinner where outstanding food, thoughtful wine and cocktail pairings, and genuinely gracious service converge, Raven Steakhouse is wholeheartedly recommended. This downtown Maryville treasure not only lives up to its elevated reputation but surpasses it. I eagerly anticipate my next visit. read more

Great spot! We heard from friends that they had an outstanding experience and ours was the same. The food was exceptional! Beef Wellington, which you don't really see in East TN, was very tasty and prepared to perfection. I will crave the Pork Belly Appetizer! The Sea Bass was amazing! Wine list substantial and fairly priced. Great cocktails from the bar as well. Service was on point and the atmosphere was fun and hopping! Definitely can't wait to return!! read more

Although I miss the former place it was exciting to get out and try the new refresh of this venue with the new brand around Raven. Overall the inside looked amazing - down to the lighting and paint all coming together to bring a calm and mysterious vibe in the room. The food itself was absolutely amazing - with the standouts being the deviled eggs for the app, spicy lobster bisque for 2nd course, and the twin lobster tails for the main. The mashed potatoes were a great side as well. The dessert was pretty amazing and a very rich chocolate cake! Beverages were fun as well. The points of feedback here are: 1) reservations. we booked through resy, with the choice of lounge or dining area. we picked this well over a week in advance and were still given the lounge in spite of picking the dining area. When we tried to address this with the staff it was pretty much a "that's too bad, it's full, go look", to which after that the manager came to smooth it over with making the apps free. Which, is fine for a one-off, but please fix this and honor it (or remove the choice altogether). 2) prices - some of the food items seemed to be equal or above to some of the more expensive places in knoxville (e.g. ruth's chris, flemings) if not above on a couple. Not sure if this is supply chain, tarrifs, etc. I just hope these price points for some of the meat-based mains are not a turnoff. again, everything was amazing, but just above what is normal for other venues. We hope to be back soon and continue to read of good reviews from others. Definitely worth a try - just don't hold your breath on lounge vs. dining room! :) read more

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Excellent meal and service. Overall a great experience and we will be back. I ordered the pork chop and it was delicious. Ended with dessert! Bananas foster. Lovely evening read more

Raven - Pork chop! Tender and flavorful - Steakhouses Near Me - Maryville, Tennessee

This is a great upscale establishment that has a dining area for reservations and a robust bar area for walk-ins. The caviar appetizer and the steaks are both amazing. The drinks are perfectly crafted and the staff could not be nicer or more accommodating. It is very pricey, but you get what you pay for and this is a great place for a business dinner for a smaller group of people. read more

Our first time here and we will definitely be back! The drinks, the food, the service were all stellar. We've tried a few nice restaurants all around Knoxville and this one was by far the best yet. We had a reservation and our table was delayed from the previous party not leaving. They gave us 2 free appetizers to make it up to us. Onion rings and the pork belly - both delicious!! read more

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This was our first visit to Raven to celebrate our Anniversary. We did book reservations ahead of time, our table was ready exactly at reservation time. Our waitress Molly was fantastic and knowledgeable about the menu when we had questions. The mood in the restaurant was great, people talking and laughing, eating and low music playing. All of our food was delicious, everything was cooked perfectly. We will absolutely be back! read more

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Exceptional, all around delicious!! Steak, soups, salads, all of it!! We will definitely be back.

Unfortunately, I cannot rate our visit as 5 star. Reception and greeting and getting us seated was fine. Party of four on a Friday night before Mother's Day. House was about 80% full so not jammed Reviewed bar and food menu. I am used to big city menus and related prices but found these both higher than normal. I've been to the best around the world and both entree and wine prices were at the top. Okay if you price like the big boys you better deliver. We enjoyed a nice bottle of reasonably priced Pinot Noir from Oregon and it did not disappoint. Now to food Three of us had the surf and turf and one had a steak. After a long wait our entrees were served. The were luke warm at best and cold by the time finished. To be fair floor manager stopped by table and offered to send them back to be reheated. We were do hungry we dr lined. Food was properly cooked and reheating g would have made them hotter but not cooked as ordered. So, summation. Over priced and undelivered! Might try again but failed on first try and paid a big price. Sorry but you are not there yet. I think wait staff did not see e when ready and thus the 3.5 rating. Too bad was really looking forward to a "great" meal. PS. I'm in the restaurant business so this is not a novice griping read more

A great night at The Raven! The host seated us right away, and our server immediately introduced himself--great start. We ordered the Raven Salad, Onion Tower, and Beef Wellington, and wow... they did not disappoint. Everything was absolutely delicious. There's an annoying lady with her friends talking a bit loud and I am actually surprised no one came up to her to remind her she isn't in a pep rally, but aside from that, the experience was fantastic! This place used to be Diamond Jack. read more

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The Raven is the best new spot in downtown Maryville. Great atmosphere, kind/knowledgeable staff, delicious food & drinks. Andrew was our server and he took such great care of us. I definitely recommend the Crimson Mirage cocktail, wedge salad, prime filet, lobster Mac & cheese & the indulgent chocolate cake. read more

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Excellent place for fine dining and make sure you have Christian as your server. He gave excellent advice on foods, wines, desserts and was pleasant. If you are in the area hit this place yp for a lovely dining experience great read more

Ok, 3 stars means a place is OK. I think there is grade inflation in these reviews; people think 3 stars is terrible. So I'm saying this place is OK-- in some ways great-- but my overall impression after a VERY expensive meal is simply that it's OK. I am sure I will go back at some time, but I am also sure that everyone in our party of five, the next time we are looking for a high-end restaurant experience, will choose other places. I can buy that it was a Sunday night; maybe they expected fewer people and so had fewer or different workers. I kind of think their chef was a sub or backup, because almost all of us who had steaks found them overcooked. A rare came out medium at least; my medium rare was also medium or perhaps medium well. This is just ot acceptable when you are paying prices for premium steaks. That's the biggest issue. But, service was kind of funky. Very long waits between getting drinks and being asked if we wanted to order, very long wait for the entrees, entrees came out over a 2-3 minute period, leaving some of us (the guest of honor!) waiting for her entree. There were plenty of waiters, and I liked that they all worked on various tables (instead of one waiter/one table). But somehow it means getting lots of things or questions twice....with one person bringing something and another bringing a second of that same thing a few minutes later. What was good or even great as it should be? The appetizers/small plates that we had (pork belly, crab cakes and deviled eggs) were all tasty. Crab cakes some of the best around here--- the person in our group who loves crab cakes will probably order them as an entree if we visit again. The pork got raves as did the scallops, but as I stated, all 3 of us who ordered steaks were disappointed (with the beef Wellington getting better marks than the filet and other steak-- I forgot if it was the ribeye or NY strip). Desserts were excellent and the mixed drinks I had were ery good- both the pre-dinner and post-dinner drinks. I didn't notice if they had coffee (espresso etc.). A good steakhouse place should, I believe. So-- nothing BAD here. But at this price point, you expect EXCELLENCE in steaks, not being overcooked, and you expect really top-notch service. We didn't really feel we got either. I hope they make it in this little town, but they'd better step up their game to do so. Sorry I did not take pics! read more

First let me say that my rating is probably a 4+, but not a five. The Raven IS recommended. So, Raven is a legitimate Steakhouse in Maryville, which is a big plus for me to have something of this caliber close to home. It is pricey, however, as a true steakhouse is - so look at the menu in advance and know you are in for a larger bill. The ambiance is nice - they did a good job building out the space - decorations are quality and the space is relaxing and appropriate. Service was outstanding. Our server was nice, just the right amount of attentive, and knowledgeable about the food and beverage offerings The food: the rosemary focaccia bread was fresh, soft and delish. The martinis were nice, although a little heavy on the vermouth. The wine list is good and not unnecessarily overly extensive. The oysters were exceptional. We both had soup: the lobster bisque was superb although I personally dont like the rubbery tips of the claws . The Onion soup was solid. We had the flat iron steak and the rib eye. Both were cooked a perfect medium rare - they were well seasoned and the melted butter on top was a good touch. The offering of 5 sauces was fun. Actually, the flat iron was better than the rib eye, not to take anything away from it. Considering it was half the price, the Flat Iron is a value for you to consider. We split a side of roasted brussel sprouts done just the way I like them - any more salt would've been bad. No dessert for us Portions were appropriate. We took a few left over slices of steak and a few brussels home with us. Overall, a good experience and a restaurant I recommend read more

we LOVED it. We have been here before but we came back, this time for a early Christmas date and it just solidified why we love this place, I believe our servers name was Lori and we love her she's so sweet and has such a touch for attention to detail and very fun personal service. We ordered a Caesar salad and it was delicious. Then our main course, We ordered the center cut filet with carrots and mushrooms and it was melt in your mouth yummy. While eating we just kept commenting that each bite was so delicious and this might be our favorite place. The ambience at the restaurant is perfect , it's so pretty. for me personally the service is what makes the place special, it validates the price you're paying. it's all about the experience and the raven is it. We will be back thanks for a wonderful time. read more

Raven - Center cut filet, carrots and mushrooms - Steakhouses Near Me - Maryville, Tennessee

Raven for dinner was a wonderful night out. We are fans of Bella and enjoyed Diamond Jacks so we were anxious to see what Raven would be. Raven is great and Maryville finally has a cool adult restaurant. We had reservations, hostess was friendly and we were seated in dining area after walking through the bar/lounge area. Bar is dim and closed off, had sports on a big screen, glad it didn't interfere with dinner. Main dining room is beautiful, dark warm colors and interesting lighting make a welcoming comfortable vibe. Our waitress, Penny, was outstanding, answered questions and was on top of everything. Aileen(spelling?) was also outstanding. Before ordering food, we had two cocktails. Obsidian something or other. I wish I remembered the name better for this review because they were delicious and came with a large clear single ice cube. Great start. With dinner a bottle of Pol Roger brut NV paired well. We started with deviled eggs, crab cakes and lobster bisque. Eggs and crab cakes were perfect. The eggs were small which made each a neat two bite snack and the crab cakes were exactly what I want, all meat, no filler, great flavor. Lobster bisque was delicious with a little more spice than typical bisque but a bit thin. The bisque and Crab cakes, both beautifully plated. Entres were Sea Bass and Jumbo Scallops. We shared a side of Lobster Mac and Cheese. The Sea Bass was the winner of the night, perfectly cooked with a great crisp crust and stunning on the plate. The scallops, while delicious were a bit small and the black rice was watery - small complaints but noticeable compared to how good the rest of the meal was. Lobster Mac and Cheese was pretty much what you'd expect, tasty but don't know that I'd get it again. Desert was Bananas Foster and Chocolate cake. Bananas Foster were delicious. No table side flambe presentation but still good. The chocolate cake was one of those very dense fudge multi layered types you find at chain restaurants. It was good but not nearly as refined as the rest of the meal and not what I expected after such a well executed dinner. I would prefer to see a beautiful pastry more than an over the top, overkill, dense brownie cake. I'm nit picking on the cake. It was delicious but felt out of place. read more

The steak I had was one of the best I have ever had. My wife got the Sea Bass. It was good, but not great. The problem we had was paying crazy high prices for the sides. The baked potato side cost $16.00. That is outrageous... read more

Spectacular place to eat. My wife & I went to Raven to celebrate my retirement. From the time you walk up to the receptionist stand-it's the feeling of a classy super club. Amazing ambience I stated with the Wedge salad-better than anywhere I've had. I had a wonderful wine that complemented the Chilean sea bass. My wife had the center cut steak which was so tender. The wait staff was attentive and very pleasant We will definitely return with friends read more

Food is an experience, drinks are a science, and good customer service is a delicacy. Raven nails each of these areas, and I can truly say this is the best restaurant within 500+ miles of Knoxville. The attention to detail in every dish, from presentation to flavor balance, shows an undeniable passion for culinary craft. The cocktails are equally artful, crafted with precision and creativity that rivals top-tier mixology lounges in major cities. Pair that with an atmosphere that feels both sophisticated and comfortable, and you have the perfect setting for any occasion. What truly sets Raven apart, though, is the people. Every team member, from the hostess to the bartender to the chef, goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome, seen, and appreciated. It's rare to find a place that gets everything right, but Raven manages to do it effortlessly. If you're anywhere near East Tennessee, make the drive. It's not just dinner, it's an experience worth repeating. read more

This place was amazing. I definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone wanting to have a great night and a nice relaxing evening. The food was also very very good. I got the filet(Simpsons) it was very good and cooked to perfection, and for my side I got the mashed potatoes. The service was also excellent. Our waiter was very nice and told us everything we needed to know about the menu. read more

My wife brought me here for my 64th birthday. A little back round. We met 40+ years ago in a fine dining restaurant and we both like to cook at home. So, we are very particular on the few occasions we go out to dinner. First, the owners have transformed this previous sterile dining establishment, into a cozy, comfortable lounge/dining room & bar area. After seating, we were promptly welcomed by our waiter Foster. His service was outstanding throughout the entire meal. It was nice to have others wandering by our table, noticing a dirty dish, pick it up! So I ordered he onion soup and my wife the deviled eggs for starters. Both outstanding! For main course, she ordered the filet and I ordered the ribeye and our sides were Brussels and Frites. Bottom line, food, service and ambiance were all 5-star! Thank you for a wonderful birthday evening. read more

The food is really expensive. A filet cost 100.00. It's a 6oz filet as well. It was a good steak but rather pricey. Everything is priced separately so it gets really pricey if you have a mixed drink an appetizer, a salad, and a vegetable with your steak. Then if you get desert it will knock a hole in your pocket. The sauces they have with the steak is different but good. The service was pretty good so if you go have lots of cash or clout. read more

New local spot with some delicious eats and FINALLY some decent cocktails! Decent wine selection(y'all just need some deep funky italian wines please) The wedge salad was spectacular with sweet and spicy bacon Sea bass and pork chop were great! (Opt for the non steak entrees since they come with sides) Not really a fan of the steaks since they are all ala carte and come with NO sides for $75+ Prices are no means reasonable but I guess if you want a treat every so often, this place is nice. Our server Hannalei was very knowledgeable and guided us through the menu. She had a positive, bubbly personality! read more

This place is excellent! The food was amazing. Service was impeccable. (Lori was so knowledgeable!!) We had the wedge salad w candied bacon, the NY strip which was seared beautifully, the scallops were yummy and the desserts were incredible. Best cream brûlée ever!!! Will definitely be back! read more

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Great service! Awesome food. It is pricey but worth every penny. Great for date night, anniversary etc. great food portions, can share. Highly recommend. read more

Beautiful date night. Reservations recommended. We didn't have them but were able to score two seats at the bat. The drinks were spectacular, the food and presentation on point and the service exceptional. It is a be little on the higher end as you would expect but worth it. read more

We just loved the attention to detail. The food and service were great, shout out to Foster, he was the best! The Chosen Stave was just amazing and a lot of fun! The Chilean Sea Bass was delicious and the Rib Eye came with numerous choices for toppings. It was a great dining experience. read more

We celebrated our wedding anniversary here and it went beyond our expectations! Service was impeccable. Food was very good. We are thrilled to have Raven in Maryville. Same owners that own Bella. We started with an Old Fashioned and a Gin Martini that were very good. We got the onion ring tower and they were some of the best. We shared a wedge salad that was sooo good and while we love Benton's bacon, the candied Benton's was next level!!!! I had the Simpson's filet medium rare and it was cooked to perfection! Hubby loved his ribeye. We shared the lobster Mac n cheese and it was very good. We shared the complimentary 14-layer chocolate cake for dessert and it was decadent. We took home half our steaks, half the mac n cheese and half the slice of cake. They served homemade bread that was yummy. I highly recommend Raven. Staff went above and beyond to make sure our special day was special. read more

We were visiting our friends from out of town and went to Raven for dinner. It was absolutely amazing. Great atmosphere and even better food. Our server was amazing. They had the best wedge salad I have ever had! read more