K Brew

(12 reviews)

2.5 mi

Primo Passo is doing something special. I got a drink with a double shot of espresso, house-made…read morecherry syrup, milk, and a cherry cold foam dusted with sakura powder--honestly one of the most unique drinks I've had. Super well-balanced and felt like a really elevated coffee experience. Seating isn't the most comfortable, so maybe not a long hang spot, but the coffee alone makes it worth it. Definitely coming back.

Just visited Primo Passo for the first time, and am happy to see a coffee shop in this area! They…read moreoffer a standard selection of classic coffee selections (cappuccino, latte, mocha, etc.) and a great selection of caffeinated and non-caffeinated teas, which I am always looking for! The matcha latte I had was delicate, sweet and frothy. The staff handled my milk allergy with ease and kindness. They serve Counter Culture coffee, a North Carolina roaster, also found in town at Old City Java and Wild Love, but nowhere I've seen in West Knox. There's natural light in the café enhanced with cool toned ceiling lights accompanied by minimalist pink and gold accents with natural wood features and a few fake plants. The music was mainly rap and R&B. Every seat has a table, though PPC doesn't offer much in the way of comfy seating, as furnishings are ikea-style chairs and metal stools. There are a couple outdoor tables for nice weather. I hope as this the Café establishes roots, we'll see more seasonal drink menus, comfier seating options, and more (real) greenery. Looking forward to trying more of their drink offerings and seeing what lies in store for them!

Seating area offering a few table options

Double shot of espresso, house-made cherry syrup, milk, and a cherry cold foam dusted with sakura powder

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Matcha Oat Milk Latte with Agave

Summer Moon Coffee

While in Knoxville we found this cute coffee shop tucking into a small plaza. I love that it was…read moresuper easy to get to. Plus they had ample parking. Side note the walk up window was so cute. Immediately upon walking in I was in awe. The attention to detail in this shop was top tier design. The ladies working when we went were so sweet and very helpful. I also really love the swag that they have. I am kicking myself for not buying the denim hat! Now onto the coffee. I tried the Blueberry Crisp Latte. The notes of the blueberry were good. Not overpowering and just the right bit of top and bottom. I love to taste the flavor as a finishing note as well. My daughter had a Vanilla Frappe which she enjoyed. I definitely will return whenever I am in Knoxville.

Good coffee and cream. Nice atmosphere for meeting friends and laptop. Friendly patient staff.read more

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The Empty Cup

This is a Terrific place to enjoy coffee and a breakfast pastry or a bagel. They have WiFi and you…read morewill find many folks using it. There are two meeting rooms that are available by reservation. The service is very friendly and they are happy to brew your favorite coffee for you. The unique thing about The Empty Cup is that all the profits go to care for Foster and Adopted children.

The Empty Cup is a very nice coffee shop. It is clean. The staff is friendly and efficient…read more There are 2 huge areas with comfy chairs to sit in or mingle. Their hours are short. 7 am to 1 pm weekdays. Saturday hours are different and closed on Sunday. Their phone message says you can request other times for special occassions.

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Honeybee Coffee

Honeybee is a great spot to study and gather with friends. The space is open and even has an…read moreoutdoor space option. The bar seating is nice if you like to stand while studying as well. The staff is great. They are super nice & pretty fast. The espresso is delicious. Though, I must admit that the flavor is diluted as a latte. I recommend an iced cappuccino if you prefer a coffee forward drink. I love it with the brown sugar syrup! I like trying the seasonal flavors, especially since they make syrups in house. My favorite right now (spring 2026) is the banana bread latte. Parking does get tight during peak hours, but something always opens up or you could try the neighboring lots if you're doing a quick stop.

I came here twice in one weekend with some friends while we were visiting Knoxville. What drew me…read morein was the great matcha reviews and the house made syrups. The first day we came, the girls behind the counter weren't very nice. Well one of them was, the other wasn't very nice to me and I was kind of taking a minute to think. I wanted their strawberry matcha but they were out of strawberry (so sad). I got a brown sugar cortado instead and two bags of coffee for home. I also wanted a sticker but they were out. The cortado was delicious. Very good drink. My friend got a BOAT (brown sugar oatmilk latte) and that was also very good. I ordered a honey lavender matcha after and that was also very good! Great color on it! The next day we came & two guys were working the counter. They were nicer for whatever reason. I order another cortado. I also ordered first in my group and they actually forgot about my drink. The guy was super apologetic about it and we had a good laugh! I love cafe culture and this place has all the vibes with the really good coffee too! Just upset that they were out of strawberry and stickers

Entrance to Honeybee.

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Intrepid Nitro Coffee and Tea Bar

4.9

(37 reviews)

5.4 mi

I really liked Intrepid! The decaf coffee nitro paired really well with maple syrup & the french…read morevanilla tea went nicely with the honey. I loved the foam that comes with nitro--lends to a smooth finish & pleasant mouthfeel. Next time, I would probably get half sweet, but I still enjoyed it. The service was great, too. The barista was super helpful & friendly. I wish I caught her name! The space was great for hanging out with friends & doing laptop work. A bit loud though to study or do deep work. All in all, I'd love to come back!

What a great coffee and tea bar addition to Harding Valley. I love the fact that you can sample…read moretheir tap-served nitro, especially those made with bourbon barrel roasted beans. My friend's blueberry bourbon nitro smelled incredible and tasted just as good. I was surprised that they serve hot nitro too, and alcoholic drinks. I got a matcha latte and the whisking was done perfectly and professionally. I'm obsessed with their commitment to all natural ingredients, no sweeteners or artificial flavors. I would love to come back and try their espresso martini or masala chai with a pastry next time.

A tshirt I bought from the store.

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Like their vibe

Petty Coffee

4.9

(11 reviews)

4.6 mi

Cute and will serve a hot beverage…read more I'm a tea drinker. Can't speak to the coffee. My London fog was the best I've had in years. Tea, milk, vanilla balance were perfect. Here's the thing. Many places I go will serve a Luke warm tea beverage. This was hot drink bliss. Bonus for sticker offering at register. 75cents. Lots of space. Only possible draw back is the thumping gym music next door. Doesn't bother me, but ruin a more zen type. Customer service with a smile. Will stop by again when I'm around. Note. Some food offerings. Looks like they go fast. Display was close to empty by 1000

Accidentally met the owner, he was behind the counter and was super sweet. Very cute and spacious…read morecoffeehouse. I tried their Italian iced coffee and it was amazing! In a cat lover as well, so this place was super cute!

Blueberry Scone and Apple Cinnamon Scone

Baked goods

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Admirals Dough Joe

4.6

(33 reviews)

5.8 mi

Love the donuts. The most delicious I've ever had!!! The staff is very welcoming too!!!read more

They're sold out by 9 and not capable of correcting that. They're great donuts, but I'm not driving…read moreover just to find out they're sold out yet again. I've been in at 8 only to find out they're sold out of my fave. ‍

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K Brew

4.2

(132 reviews)

2.7 mi

I stopped by K Brew - West Hills while passing through the area and filling up my car with gas…read morenearby. The place has a really cool vibe with hammocks and plenty of chill spots to sit. Everything looked very clean, including the bathrooms, and the staff was friendly with good recommendations. I ordered the hot honey bagel $2.50 with scallion cream cheese $2.60 (3.25oz cup) and a honey lavender latte $8.00 with almond milk. The bagel was a little dry for my taste (being a New Yorker I'm used to NYC-style bagels), but the cream cheese was smooth/flavorful, perfectly creamy with the right chive ratio. The lavender latte was excellent--fragrant and really well balanced. Be ready to spend a bit. My BAGEL/cream cheese and latte came out to almost $15. Still a nice spot and I'd come back for the latte and the vibe.

I have been to every coffee shop in Knoxville and I can tell you that this is the best bar none…read morefrom amazing bagels to amazing coffee. It really has it all plus there's no better place to stop and do some work or just hang out with friends.

Swiss Turkey sandwiches on an Asiago bagel

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Status Dough - Knoxville

The old fashioned buttermilk was excellent. Perfectly moist, crisp, not too sweet, with a…read moredetectable buttermilk tang. The cake donuts were also very good, but would still go all in on the old fashioned - one of the best I've ever had!

Always my bad for being later in the morning so lower selection. Doughnuts were kind of heavy, but…read moreflavors were great. Didn't try the coffee but it smelled glorious!

Vanilla iced donut the size of your head

Vanilla cake nostalgia

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Sunago Coffee

4.2

(52 reviews)

6.4 mi

Delightful little spot! My best friend lives down the street and loves it. Everyone I visit, Sunago…read moreis a must-visit! The owner is just the sweetest, and everyone knows my friend by her name. An absolutely precious little location that clearly loves their community of patrons and genuinely finds joy in serving others.

This is a cute coffee shop with a rustic theme. Lots of wood decorations and seating. The baristas…read morewere really friendly and the drinks came out quick. I ordered an iced vanilla latte. It was good, but I felt it may have been a bit over priced. This seems like a good spot if you plan on doing work or homework while sipping a latte.

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Abridged Beer Company

Came here to grab a brew so the review is not on the food. I am familiar with Abridged burgers, as…read morethey have a food truck outside of Xul Brewing Company on the others side of the city. Burgers have always been top notch and awaiting their takeover of the Xul kitchens here. Bar staff on top of service, even refilling water when it got low. Service is a plus. Ambiance is more restaurant feel than brewery, although there is a wide selection of brews available. She order a lemondrop. Nice job, but you get a lemondrop pretty much the same no matter where you go. Beer is very good here. I did not have one I did not enjoy. I need to return some time and try some of their food menu items.

A quick Yelp search while in the area led us here. It was a good find for sure…read more Loved that even on cold days, there is a closed-in patio that allows pups! Our pup travels everywhere with us, so finding these spots is important to us. It was very spacious too - so we weren't on top of other guests. They have an extensive menu and the same with the beer list. There is something for everyone, from hoppy IPAs to fruity sours. Not sure which beer you may like - get a sample. Or try a flight! For lunch, we got the deviled eggs to start - something that is a go-to for us. They were solid and enjoyable. For the main, we opted for the Abridged burger and the Chicken club. Both were solid as well. Fries were crispy, but a bit over-salted, and I enjoy some salt. So made a note for next time to "go light". Service was good too. Overall - really only a tiny detail to 'complain' about, but easily taken care of next time. We will be back for sure - I want to try their pizza!

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Abridged Burger

The Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain

This one is a hidden gem for ice cream. You get a lot more ice cream for the bang of your bucks…read more This is a family run business and it does have their feel to it. My wife and I always come here for ice cream when we visit Knoxville downtown. Highly recommend anyone to give this a try.

We love supporting local businesses. We had delicious ice cream from @thephoenixpharmacy located in…read more@downtownknoxWe were warmly greeted by Levi, so cool he & Levi share the same name. The service was superb, my ice cream sundae was sooooo yummy! Levi enjoyed his vanilla ice cream in a waffle cone. The aesthetics were super cool! There is an actual pharmacy in the space too! And you know that we love JESUS and to see a "God Loves You" postcard from @vvbcknox was extra special too! Please always be reminded that God surely does love you. On this Memorial Day, we remember all of our service men and women for their bravery and selfless sacrifices. May we love one another; celebrate our differences and spread love with one kind word at a time. Thank you @thephoenixpharmacy for your hospitality and for making us feel so welcome:) We love your family owned business and hope to come back again one day. #phoenixpharmacy #downtownknoxville #downtownknox #eatlocal

Ice cream and all the fixins.

Banana split

Cookies'n Cream Sundae

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Potchke Bagel

Awesome amazing bagels and fabulous service!!! I need to get tubs of the cream cheese cause it's…read moreTHAT good!

Chocolate babka was beyond belief! Nice environment, soothing colors, good service, quality…read moreingredients in food.

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Rafaella Turkey Sandwich

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A classic latte

Sticky Rice Cafe

What a great recommendation!!! first off I have spent quite…read morea while looking for fresh spring rolls... and then I was told Sticky Rice Café has them! They do and they are delicious... served with peanuts sauce, of course From the moment we walked in the energy, vibe and passion was apparent!! Our server was Tre... He asked us if we had eaten there before which we told him we had not so he took the time and explained the menu the food and also his favorite pics. He explained grandma's sauces and gave us a great education on the type of food that we would be ordering! After the spring rolls, my husband ordered the dinner portion of grilled pork chops. BIINGMOO and I ordered PAD KEE MAO.... This is wide noodles in an amazing sauce and you have your choice of beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, or tofu to be added. I chose beef......Tre brought three little dishes to sample three at grandma's sauces which all had amazing flavors with a little bit of heat... our meals were brought to us and of course we tasted each other's meals and we're amazed at the freshness, flavor and the size. Oh my goodness this is a place that if you enjoy fresh food with an Asian twist, you need to try it. Grandma sauces can be purchased as they are bottled for sale as well. Service was wonderful to go food going out the door was nonstop. And we were lucky enough to sit at the far back of the restaurant next to the kitchen, so we got to watch all of the different platings coming out.... And we just need to start at the top of the menu and work our way down because everything looks wonderful. Happy people, happy servers, great vibe. There is a bar off to the side, which basically was full the entire time we were there. Really a very nice experience five stars and two thumbs up!!!!

Still great consistent service and tasty food. Truly an asset to Knoxville dining. We visited again…read moretoday and we have zero complaints. Since moving into the bigger location it's easier to be seated quickly. The dining room is welcoming, open and super clean. Everyone on staff is eager to help even if they are not your specific waitress. **Tip take home a jar of your favorite sauce. They sell them!

Eating some protein with plenty of beef laab. #alsopho #grandmastyle

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Loa sandwich. (Very similar to a bahn mi). It was incredible!

Angry Dumplings Tea

Went here with my family and everything we had was delicious. The normal dumplings were big hits…read morefor my kids while the angry dumplings with chili oil and spicy mayo was a hit with the adults. The pork and chicken curry were delicious! Dont sleep on the marinaded cucumbers either! Boba was a hit with all the kids! The owner was super nice and came to chat with us. Would highly recommend this place if you are looking for authentic delicious dumplings in the knoxville area!

Everything we have tried at Angry Dumplings is so delicious! Love it here, convenient and great…read morefood!

BBQ port buns were the perfect size

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Local coffee shop in a neat little neighborhood, I stopped in to Honeybee and spent the first half…read moreof my Friday morning here as my "office." It's a comfy space though a little small and by 10:00, it was starting to get crowded with laptop folks. I took that as my cue and headed onwards. But first, there was coffee (a cortado that was more like a flat white) and a bunch of time on their wifi. There is a parking lot in the back. If it's full there, it will be full inside. [Review 1193 of 2024 - 509 in Tennessee - 22216 overall]

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