I came on a weekday, right at 11am before the lunch crowd rushed in. I was really excited for the cream of mushroom soup that they had on their online menu for the day. But instead, the bartender told me that it would be a chicken mushroom soup today because that's what was left over from the day before. A little bummed out, I ordered that soup and a BLT. The BLT came out just on naked bread, with no mayo at all. As I was in a bit of a rush today, I ate it the way it was. I really loved the ambiance of the place with the dark wooden bar and the oil painting of Miss Lil at the center of the bar. In the end, I just kind of wished that the food matched the ambiance. read more

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We were going to a show at the Bijou next door and were pressed for time. The place was full but we were served in time to make our show. Wait staff was friendly and timely. I had the pasta pomodoro. It was an ample portion but bland. My companion had the salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly. The chimichurrie on top really made the dish. The fennel really came through. It was served with chickpeas and broccolini. I highly recommend the salmon dish. The Bistro is highly recommended. If it hadn't have been for the bland pasta, I would have given it a 5 star rating. read more

Exceptional service (tho it was practically empty) server was very nice and promptly recommended specials which were great. Daily specials, so something new to always try. read more

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The service was amazing and The staff was next level amazing!! The food was great as well!

The Bistro is a hidden gem of Knoxville, I personally love listening to jazz and we went for beers and some great live Jazz play. The Bistro has a very deep rich Italian feel so initially we felt underdressed and I fear that stops some at the door if you're in comfy clothes, but inside it's very fun and friendly. I will say I feel the Bistro would be better with a big pizza menu, I told my lady that a good pizza on the table would go nice with the vibe here. read more

I was so sad we did not find this gem until our last evening in Knoxville. Wow! We were in town for the Big Ears music festival and even though I thought we got there early, it was packed and there was a good long wait. Generally a sign that good food abounds. So after waiting for sometime, I was able to snag a seat at the bar and my cousin stood. Our bartender/server was so personable and attentive even though the place was packed. He was like an octopus slinging drinks and food with ease. So due to the wait I was not going to be able to get a dinner in time for the show we planned to attend. So I improvised and got a cup of soup and a dessert with a wine. I enjoyed both of my selections. I was very jealous of all the meals landing on tables around us and we made a pact to put this at the top of our list for 2024. read more

Enjoyed the food and the good service. People were friendly Visiting my here in Knoxville. It was the day before the game somit was really busy but service was still good I would def revisit read more

A nice "neighborhoody" bar with cool ambiance. Great place to eat or get a drink before a concert at the Bijou or Tennessee theaters. Free parking after 6 right around the corner. I was pleasantly surprised to see a ton of vegan options on the menu! Local craft beer on tap! read more

I absolutely loved my Saturday night at Bistro at the Bijou! I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of vegan options on the menu, along with some seriously great burgers. The highlight of the evening, though, was the live jazz band playing--it created such a lovely and relaxing atmosphere. It was a truly enjoyable experience, and I'm already looking forward to going back to try more from their menu. If you're in Knoxville, this spot is definitely worth a visit for some food & vibes! read more

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We used to LOVE going to Bistro at the Bijou for drinks/brunch. However, the last food inspection reports which were televised indicated that the health and well-being of the customers isn't treated appropriately. I doubt I will ever eat there again. Drinks, maybe. The staff is friendly and professional, but I don't feel safe ordering any food there. Maybe in a year or two, after the management changes, we'll try again. Still, there are so many other places which pass the food inspections in town that we'll patronize them. read more

We enjoy the food and atmosphere here. We were very excited to get in on Valentines before a show. We finished and paid and were talking to table next to us and I kept eye on door and no one seemed to be waiting on table. The owner was so mad at us and instead of nicely asking us to leave that the table was needed she was very loud and rude and I was so embarrassed and I don't want to go back now. I understand it's busy and people needed to be seated that I don't see but there was a whole different attitude we could have been asked to leave. I was going to not say anything but I'm still so upset by the way we were treated. Just do better. Be kind. We love the restaurant but I'm not sure I can recommend anymore read more

Was excited to try this place for the first time, but was underwhelmed. Ordered an espresso martini, which was just OK. Had the Caprese pasta the chicken was flavorful, but the dish was cold and there was no flavor to the pasta or sauce. A friend ordered the ribeye and half the steak was fat. read more

We won a dinner here from the radio station for Monday Jazz night. Since I've had great lunches here, I was equally as excited to try out their dinner menu. Upon entering, we were told to seat ourselves and someone will tend to us. They weren't kidding. It seemed like there were only a couple of servers tending to everyone in the whole place, but they were zipping by and getting it all done! I saw my server literally running to his tables to make sure they were taken care of! We were impressed, the food was outstanding as always, and the live jazz set the mood. Honestly, the creamy gravy on the chicken and mashed potatoes is the best I ever had. I love Bistro and I love their employees. I have yet to have a subpar experience there. read more

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One of the better brunches in town - not just in downtown Knoxville, but anywhere. Large selection, top tier ingredients and thoughtful combinations. All 6 in my party agreed that the food and drinks were incredible. Sarah, our server, was a very attentive joy and our group enjoyed her considerate kindness and wit. read more

Visiting my aunt who lives here, she brought me here. She is a regular and my son had been here with her before. The menu is a good size, but my son was disappointed the pasta he had when he was here in December isn't on the summer menu. He enjoyed the antipasto wrap instead. My aunt and I both bit the turkey and avocado club and it was good. I tried the tomato basil soup and it was good too. Their craft cocktails were good too. The service was friendly and prompt. I liked the ambiance OK. It's an open area. I didn't like the walk to the restroom because it is narrow, going past the bar where the wait staff would have a station and they are close to the kitchen. But not a big deal, but could be a high traffic area. They are also PRIDE friendly. read more

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My husband and I have been here many times and usually enjoy. But after last night we will not be visiting this place again!! We found out by our server after being seated at our table at 7:15pm that We would be getting charged $5 each to stay. So a total of $10 would be added to our bill because they were having a jazz band that started at 8pm. We didn't chose this place for the jazz band. We drove over 30 minutes to get downtown, park and walk to this restaurant. It would of been nice to have known this before we left the house. I looked at the website before deciding where to go for the evening. Seems like a good idea would have been to mention this on the website or put a sign up on the door. Don't wait until your customers are seated and then make them feel obligated. Very rude. Needless to say we left immediately after eating at approximately 8:15. I guess we paid for 15 minutes. If you cant afford to have a band then dont have one. Dont depend upon customers to pay them. We would have probably tipped the band on our own. The restaurant was only about 40% full. Pretty sure this is not helping business. I also watched the host( who seemed high) seat another couple and wipe their table down with the actual roller up silverware he was giving them to use. The ladies restroom was out of soap. No to go sauce lids were available. These are only a few of the things I witnessed. read more

Stopped in before a show at the Bijou theatre! Service was fast and the food was great. We had the truffle fries. They were not too rich or greasy, like some truffle fries can be. I even stepped them up in richness by dipping in blue cheese, they were amazing! The burger was cooked perfect, with a beautiful fresh red tomato. The onion rings were just ok. Lots of batter in some that held onto the grease, while others had little batter that flaked off. All in all a great burger and delicious fries!! read more

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Amazing service and good ambience and they have a lots of vegetarian food options and love their black bean burger, Overall it's a good place to hang out and chill! read more

We love Bistro At The Bijou--it has great food and we always love the specials. The live music offerings are next level and the vibe makes you feel like you've been transported to a different place! Service can be hectic but that is just because the place gets so, so busy! If you are going here before a concert or show at the Bijou or TN Theatre, make sure you adjust your schedule accordingly to have ample time to truly enjoy your food before you go! Accessibility: My main tip as a disabled patron is to be prepared. While the space is accessible, how crowded it gets can make things hard and a little bit stressful. It is a historic building and the servers/hosts always do their best to help you navigate, but don't be overwhelmed if you have to take a funky route to get to your table due to large crowds. If there is a wait, there isn't much of a waiting area so be prepared to wait outside or under the Bijou's entrance until your table is ready. I have not yet used the bathrooms at the Bistro but I will update when I do regarding their accessibility! read more

For starters they could have done better with the appetizers. Please don't give me a bowl of goat cheese mousse and 8 crackers when the menu says flatbread. And if you give me 8 crackers don't upcharge me if u need more to eat the goat cheese. we order a $32 ribeye and 50% was fat AND we had to send it back twice because it was undercooked and never got it right. Not once did the manager come or anyone offer us a discount. The lemon drop martini was good but a $4 up charge for grey goose? Really and you couldn't sugar coat the rim?? Loved the music and the ambiance. read more

Perfect place for enjoying Friday night live jazz and a cozy dinner. This timeless, classic spot is a must-see local's secret if visiting downtown. read more

Bistro At the Bijou - Vance Thompson performing on the vibraphone, alonside standup bass and keys. Excellent! - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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I'm so disappointed. We came in from Georgia and staying in Knoxville for the night and chose this place because the fig and goat cheese appetizer combined my two favorite things and it was in a good spot. The hostess was nice but our waitress treated us like shit the whole time, like she had something against us? Waited over 15 minutes for her to come over, ordered the appetizer, she "forgot" it. Plopped our food down and basically ran off and wouldn't even look in our direction. We had to ask the hostess to get her for our check. Super super bad service. Tall skinny blonde girl. The food itself was okay, nothing to write home about. Maybe because we didn't order alcohol? That's my best guess. We just ordered food. read more

Returning back to the South, I expected so much more from Bistro at the Bijou. I read on their website that the Bistro had a separate vegan menu, but when we came requesting vegan options, they were limited. We stuck to what we could get for the evening. We ordered the White Truffle Fries (YES, they have a vegan option) and the Bourbon Glazed Boneless Pork Chops with a side of the Green Beans. The Pork Chops should have had more flavor due to the bourbon glaze, but instead, all I could taste was the salt. The White Truffle Fries are more like steak fries. You can taste the hint of the truffle and parmesan, but since these were thicker cut, you really only taste the potato. read more

Bistro At the Bijou - Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Green Beans - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Downtown Knox vegan spot PLUS everything else. Black eyed peas & collards that make you wanna slap yo momma! True enough it's a bar/theater setup but it's down-he southern hospitality is thick; making this the perfect spot for lunch, dinner, happy hour, date night even lady's night. Catch live music, get a hewrty meal and a stiff drink in the heart of Knoxville. Plenty of seating at the full bar or grab a table in the dimly lit dining area. Parking lot adjacent Bijou for easy access. I've been dr among about the Brussels & Black eyed peas since my visit. ~Christy read more

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Awesome service, I liked the vibe, the ambience had a neat contemporary feel. My country fried steak was a little over seasoned but still tasted good and the truffle fries are probably my favorite dish. My dad got a sandwich but it tasted funny so he didn't eat it the meat might have been spoiled. Overall it's a great place for a night out with friends. read more

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The ambience of the restaurant was cool. It had the vibe of a cool Irish speakeasy and the place was decorated with the musicians that have performed at the theatre. My friend and I went in for lunch and ordered off of the lunch menu. I got the BLT sandwich and it was probably the most lackluster BLT I have ever seen. There was very little bacon, no Mayo was added (I requested some to add on), the bread tasted slightly stale, and it all seemed so sadly put together. Our server seemed nice enough, but looked like he was overwhelmed with how busy it was. Bummed a good start ended with an subpar meal. read more

Bistro At the Bijou - BLT Sandwich - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Found it!! I finally found a place where the vegetarian, vegan and the carnivore can dine together. But it goes beyond Nice selection. This wonderful place is a farm to table restaurant! The food is made from scratch, seasonal and absolutely delicious. The staff is kind, considerate and attentive. There was a lovely feel, energy to this place filled with history. This restaurant has everything I look for in a delicious meal. The servings are large, we were not able to finish ours. however; (here comes a bonus star...) The Takeaway containers are biodegradable! No plastic, no Styrofoam this place just bumped up to the top of my list. I would absolutely suggest this fantastic restaurant. Oh how I hope other Knoxville restaurant owners would dine here, be influenced by the made from scratch, fresh ingredients delight. Aloha! read more

Bistro At the Bijou - Black bean brunch bowl - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Came here for fam dinner. Loved the atmosphere. It has a low lit locals vibe. The food came out quickly. Our server was attentive. Most of us got the ginger salmon and were pleased but felt we may have cooked better at home, but it was good food after a long trip nonetheless. read more

Wonderful food for New Years Eve! I had the pork chop and the others had steaks. Everything was fantastic and we will definitely be back! read more

Bistro At the Bijou - Pork Chops, greens, black eyed Peas, and apples - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I have always loved this place. I love the dark lighting, the speak easy bar, the decor that reminds me of an old timey saloon. I love that the menu changes seasonally, the tables in little nooks and crannies. The menu always has new and interesting options, the staff is always pleasant and friendly. It's proximity to the Tennessee Theatre makes it a perfect place to stop before going to a show. I went for brunch with a friend, I had andouille sausage and biscuits and gravy with cheese grits and a morning mule. All yum, and the gravy was vegetarian and I had no idea until the owner was nearby and mentioned it! read more

Bistro At the Bijou - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

It's on the smaller side with low lighting & has the feel of an older establishment; however, it creates the most intimate & lovely atmosphere. We lucked up on a night with live music. It added to the experience & made for the best evening. The food, in all honesty, was good. Not the best I've had but no complaints; however, the carrot cake was worth the splurge. read more

Food and service was very good. Unfortunately we were seated adjacent to a table of very loud, boisterous (shall I say cackling) folks who made conversation at our table nearly impossible and we just rushed to get out before another member of my group made a scene with the noisy party. We will go back but our next table over party goes elsewhere that night. read more

First off, I want to state that we went with good friends and I was there to have a good time and a good meal. My experience I did not want to have expressed to the manager because of that and didn't want to make a scene. Ambience was great. Was excited to dine. Service was great. Our waiter was nearly perfect. Food I try to order the most highly recommended items as I know they will be fresh. We ordered the Brussel Sprouts and they were burned. Waitress even apologized without us saying anything. We let it go and ate them. I ordered the daily special of Blackened Tuna Tacos. Figured they would be fresh. They came in flour tortillas. The tortillas were never heated and when flour tortillas are never warmed the are stiff and not pliable. Simple rule with flour tortillas is to warm so they turn soft and pliable. The Blackened Tuna was cold as if they were blackened this morning and sat in the fridge to throw in some tacos. The first bite I knew was going to be a bad experience. The tuna was so tough I could not chew it. I had to pull the meat out of my mouth and quietly put on my plate. Next couple bites were the same. I ended up not eating any of the tuna from the tacos. Most inedible meat I have ever been served in a restaurant. It was terrible. I was then left to eat cold unpliable tortillas with the cabbage, corn and sauce. The filling was ok but the tortilla and meat were embarrassing. Peanut Butter pie was awesome. With tip, I walked away paying $77 for the worst meal I have ever had for my wife and I. We went there as a recommendation from our friends we were there with. I feel cheated. Would like to think it was just one bad experience and another try salvage this bad one. read more

The restaurant is beautiful and they have amazing music playing. Their bloody mary's are just what you need to perk up a morning. I had the fire on the mountain burger and it was delicious! The peppers on top really made the burger. They also had a long list of daily specials that all sounded so good! read more

Bistro At the Bijou - lunch time! - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Came to see Louise Black, at the Bijou we parked, and walked a few hours before the show started. Dang, little did we know Garth Brooks had an outdoor event! Everywhere was packed, and there was a 2 hour wait where we wanted to go eat, so we ventured closer to the Theater, since it's our first time for this venue we did not know this place was attached...YAY We were told 20 minutes we said okay, was actually about 10. Seating is tight, and the place was packed,and extremely LOUD. I was told it use to be a brothel? Since I am a west coast person I did not know. Gonna research. (the energy was thick and dark, but intriguing!) We had Buffalo Trace to sip, an appetizer truffle fries, good, and ribs...ribs were flavorful, but not very meaty. Server was nice, but kept apoligizing for service, saying kitchen was slow. The flow was not smooth...And we began to worry we were going to cut it close, but it ended okay. Our conclusion was to try it again on a slow night...the Goo Goo dolls were across the street also, it was a very very busy night in the Knoxville village. read more

We had dinner before a concert so our experience probably wasn't at its best since they were really busy. Our server was nice and attentive. The food was good! Our table had the springer chicken, which was a huge portion with 3 thighs. They were really flavorful and tender. The roasted beets were disappointing. They were supposed to come with goat cheese and they had nothing on them. Hamburger salad took forever to come out. Not sure what the hold up was but we were all done eating before it finally came out. Brussel sprouts were really good! The salmon was ordered and it was cooked perfectly. One of the specials was lobster bisque and it was great but lacking on the lobster. The wine selections weren't great. read more

Bistro At the Bijou - Springer mountain chicken thighs, beets, braised kale, Brussel sprouts - Vegetarian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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If you're looking for quality food in downtown Knoxville, there's all the hip, new places. Then there's Bistro At The Bijou, which has quietly been serving delicious, quality food for many, many a year. It's a little off the beaten path. I feel like it's more of a place that locals, and frequenters of the Bijou Theatre, mostly know about. I love it, and it's local gem-ness. Martha and co. usually have something interesting on the daily special menu. For the most part that's what I lean towards. On a recent visit, I got the salmon that was absolutely phenomenal. Then there's the standards. The bacon pimento cheese burger is savory and delicious! read more

Doesn't get much better than the Bistro. We love checking out the daily special .

I love the ambience, the history, the vibe. We had a party of eight so we were brought upstairs and pretty much had our own little private dining area. The hostess was very welcoming. There were some really awesome sounding specials but I wanted to try the fried goat cheese with fig jam, yum!! I ordered the white truffle fries for the table. The fried goat cheese with fig jam was absolutely delicious and did not disappoint. The truffle fries had excellent truffle flavor but they were a bit too oily for my taste. Then I ordered a small Caesar salad with medium rare salmon. The Cesar dressing was delish and my salmon was cooked perfectly. Most of the rest of our table had burgers, everyone very much enjoyed their food. My sister got a side of beets with her order and I have to say they were really good, delicious flavors. Our server was very nice, but I sort of feel like we were forgotten because we were upstairs and out of the regular dining area. read more

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Came here for brunch to check out the live band on a Sunday for brunch. I never do repeats, especially if I gave them a bad rating but I had to check out this band and I can't say people actually pay attention to them which is a real shame. I love the concept of live music but if people come here to have a conversation, it's really hard to hear them and appreciate the music. Had the deep fried pimento balls served with salsa and sliced pickles - this was a first and it was surprisingly good! It was so runny and melted in the middle and the pickles really gave it a different kick. If you want biscuits, it's on the house but you have to ask for it. Not sure why they do that though. The biscuits were yummy. Very soft on the inside and a nice crusty layer surrounding it. The berry jam is fresh! I loved that there were chunks of berries in it. I had the smoked salmon benedict and it was on a potato patty. The poached eggs were overcooked - it was basically a boiled egg. That was extremely disappointing.. The smoked salmon didn't taste smoked. I appreciated the creamy hollandaise sauce. It also came with a side of fruits and I chose cheesy grits. The grits were up to par and you can't really go wrong with fruits. I was stuffed! I couldn't even finish half of my dish. This could be because I've been training my stomach to consume less before I binge at home next week. read more

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