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    Cool Beans Bar and Grill

    3.1 (46 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Sports Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    COOL BEANS BAR AND GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Juke Box
    Casual
    Happy hour specials

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    Tequila soda

    I've been to cool beans several times. My expectations were met, but never exceeded. Drink prices are cheap, but the atmosphere and staff leave a bit to be desired. During a game of pool, I unknowingly set my drink on the ledge of the table, before I could take my shot, a bouncer approached me and told me that I would be kicked out if I didn't move it with a hostile tone. This was an honest mistake but I obliged. This bar is filled with freshly 21 year olds or super seniors. This doesn't make for the best environment. There is not much to do, aside from two pool tables, dart boards, and a Photo Booth, all of which are always occupied. Cool beans is worth going there to say you've been there, but not worth multiple visits. Many better options in Knoxville. The hype is what keeps cool beans in business.

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    Oscar T.

    This was only the 3rd time we visited this college bar. Every time we visit the security guys out front are very polite. The bar tenders are always friendly and get to every customer quickly. Again this is a college dive bar and the mens room was clean as any other bar in town. This time we got food and my grilled chicken sandwich was huge and delicious. If you're in the area for sure stop by.

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    Grant F.

    Some of the best food and drinks near UTK. Service is incredible and drinks are hard to bear. Been coming here for years and will continue to!

    Bouncer should be ashamed.

    Drove from Lexington for the weekend with my girlfriend who just turned 21 3 weeks ago. Walked miles to this bar just to have a good time, got there and the bouncer told her to "check her privledge" (balding bouncer with patchy red beard and goblin-like face). After pleading my case, his plus-sized goon side kick proceeded to ask me to leave after I was admitted entry. However, my 21 year old girlfriend was denied. We drove hours and walked miles just to go here, and were told to leave for no reason. I assume this bar has been busted for letting underage people in before, considering the bouncer told me he "can't risk it" and that it's "his judgement" when I asked if he thought it was fake. Giving it back to her also gave away the fact that he knew he made a mistake. Awful place, awful bar, do not go here.

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    I came to this bar with my group of girl friends (ages 22-25). We ordered food, many drinks, and were very respectful for the first THREE hours we were there. At about 9 pm an employee came around to check our IDs again which would normally be no problem, makes sense on a college campus, but as my friends are all well over the drinking age, the fact that a bartender went out of his way after 3 hours to remove my friend is unacceptable. He was rude, intimidating, and did not give her a second to explain she is well over the legal drinking age. Never should underage children be allowed in the bar, but if you're going to be strict on IDs, at least know what you're looking at.

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    Food is amazing. Everything is priced well. We love coming here for the drink specials!

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    Do not go here. This place is trash. I have been here for 4 years and it has gone down BAD

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    College bar with several pool tables, cornhole and video games. Very slow on a summer Thursday Bingo night. Yes bingo.

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    Good bar and atmosphere with really good drink prices. I prefer market square of old city but def my favorite bar close to campus.

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    Standard college hangout, decent outdoor seating..Loud, noisy and crowded during the weekends!

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    Food was okay. Staff was distracted. The bar is incredibly smoky even though there is a patio. But not a bad dive bar.

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    Did a to go order and didn't have time to take pics since we had alot of food (grabbed food for 6…read moreppl total) and people started digging in at various times. Got their bacon jam burger, their daddy Mac and cheese burger, boneless BBQ wings, potato skins, a buffalo chicken wrap and some regular Mac and cheese orders. First things first, my bacon jam burger was sloppy and awesome. The aioli was a bit strong, but it tasted well. I didn't know how the Swiss being added would change the flavor, but it paired well with the heavy patty that was handmade. I think any of their burgers would be great honestly just based on how the patty was seasoned and the cook was perfect. Side of fries weren't bad...were a bit overcooked, but they tasted well. Other takeaways...... The boneless wings were good...not overcooked. The sauce paired well with their ranch, which by the way, tasted decent. Did have some tartness to it, but it tasted good. Potato skins were crispy and full of flavor. I forgot we did order some of their version of mozzarella sticks and they were crispy and quite tasty as well. According to my brother in law, the Mac daddy burger was very good...it looked quite impressive I'd admit, but he raved about the taste as well. The only underwhelming item was the buffalo chicken wrap. Was told the wrap itself wasn't warm and the flavor of the chicken with the buffalo sauce wasn't ideal. FYI we stayed less than 10 minutes away from the restaurant, so everything outside of the wrap was fresh and was prepped well. Will keep them in our rotation whenever we visit the area. Probably the best burger I've had in awhile.

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    Came in for Happy Hour on a Monday evening (walking distance from the nearby Springhill Suites), $2…read moreoff the premium drafts (and they have some good ones!) and 25% off apps. I had a couple of beers, paid my bill, I went back to my hotel to get some work done, then came back for dinner. Monday night's special is any po'boy and they throw in a cold beer for free! I can't pass that up... I got the roast beef drippings po'boy with horseradish mayo and a side cup of pimento cheese grits; everything was excellent, but the sandwich was really messy. Still tasted really good, though. Three beers, a great sammich (although I'll probably get the oyster or catfish option next time), and a side of creamy grits for $40 total between two visits (that includes tips). I will definitely be back to this place next time I'm in Chattanooga. It looks like there are great specials each night Monday through Friday; I just happened to be here on Monday. Service was very prompt and able to offer some insight on the po'boys, which was helpful. *NOTE* the walk is through apartments and townhouses so pretty safe but no sidewalk for part of it.

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    Cool Beans Bar and Grill - tradamerican - Updated June 2026

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