The brick building is easy to see as it stands out from all the other more modern-looking buildings…read morein the area. Depending on which way you are coming, you may need to drive to the far end of the parking lot past the bakery to enter the lot. There is a closer entrance but it is angled for the opposite direction and not an easy turn. There are also several one-way lanes in the parking lot so you may need to drive extra to get to an open parking spot. We did find handicapped spaces close to the entrance, but you need to drive to the back of the lot to get onto the one-way lane that goes past them. While these are the closest spots, it is still a bit of a walk to the entrance of the building, although everything is nicely paved and even. Once you get in, the interior is bright and inviting. There are many centralized seating options throughout the interior, mostly high-top tables but a few normal tables arranged in cozy settings. There is a patio in the rear of the building for when the weather is nice. Everything was clean and well-maintained. The center is made up of all the various eating establishments. There is no specific seating for the individual restaurants, so you will order your food from whatever place strikes you fancy and then take the food packaged into To Go containers to a table in one of the many seating areas. Make sure you pick up utensils and napkins from where you ordered your food as there is nothing on the tables. We were there after the lunch rush so it really was not crowded at all. There were small groups of people wandering around as well as several eating a late lunch. We did notice the overhead background music was loud and made conversation difficult. I could imagine during lunch or the in evening the overall sound level would be high as the acoustics do not favor conversation. This is pretty much only a food court. We had heard there were various craft shops as well, but apparently those had all closed. While the food selection is quite varied, addition of something to do other than eating would make this a destination location rather than just a food stop. There is some renovation happening in one end, so perhaps other shops are coming in the future. Still, it is a clean location with great interior space and makes use of a building with a lot of history that was important to the area.

Kerns Food Hall has a great variety of quick service restaurants, full sit down restaurants, and…read moreniche shops (primarily artsy boutiques). It's a nice repurposing of an old bakery warehouse. They left a lot of the old industrial elements and superimposed an element of urban charm. You'll also find a unique outdoor seating area with a jumbo screen and lawn area. If you come, you'll find cuisine ranging from Korean, Ghanaian, Egyptian, to simple American foods and ice cream. Highly recommended as a foodie destination.

I could have given this 5 stars but having us wait about 10 minutes to be seated was more funny…read more The hostess started to seat us and then said it will be 5 min because she didn't want to "overwhelm" the waitress. 5 min? In a bar that is using moving quick and it was 5pm? As I said, not a problem just funny. Kyla was our waitress and was great. Friendly and very helpful in giving us information on two restaurants we were considering. Prices weren't bad considering it's a roof top bar with a great view.

We were extremely disappointed by our experience…read more We came to celebrate my birthday. It was a nice day, so we opted to sit outside. The bartender was awesome, but once we received our drinks and sat outside, we were ignored by the waitresses. They walked past several times to serve others, but never asked if we needed anything. We asked for a sever but were told by the manager, they were short staffed and we had to order drinks and food at the bar. However, a group a young White men sat next to us and a waitress took their food and drink order within a few minutes. We were the only Black group on the rooftop. The waitresses took everyone's order but ours. We had to ask for a menu, napkins, and water. After spending hundreds on drinks and food, we expected better. It's clear we weren't welcomed or valued. We this lounge will never get another dime from us.

Love the Atlanta mid town original location... now they have a location in Knoxville. Located in…read moreKerns food hall along with several other food and beverage eatery. Love the Blind Pirate blood orange IPA. Parking on site.

We came to Kerns Food Hall on a whim. We almost left because parking was not free (this annoyed me…read morebecause it's a small venue and why would I need to pay for parking?) I'm glad we decided to venture inside. There were lots of vendors selling their wares, and the boutique stores were nice. We decided to eat at Eat More Beef, and boy! The burger melted in my mouth, and the fries were hot, crispy, and salty. We had two servers, Autumn and Kimmie who were interesting and seemed to enjoy their jobs. This is impressive and kind of rare anymore. Good servers are imperative to a positive dinner experience. They win for being awesome. The bar was warm, welcoming, and clean! If you're looking for smash burgers and cold beer, this is the place for you. I wish the parking was free all the time but since I can't control that, I'll leave it alone.

The Vault was our second stop on our cocktail hop night, and I'm so glad we found it!…read more First off, the interior is chef's kiss. The dark, glamorous aesthetic is stunning--perfect for date night or for impressing out-of-town guests. I loved the gold accents, layered textures, and thoughtful lighting. Everything worked together beautifully. We chose to sit at the bar to watch the mixologists work their magic. They were incredibly helpful in guiding us toward drinks that matched our preferences. I absolutely loved my cocktail--even if I can't recall the name--because it delivered the spicy kick they promised. We also ordered several shareable plates, all of which were delicious. We tried the Carnitas Tamales (shredded pork, ancho mole, fresh corn, masa, cilantro, yuzu arbequina oil), the Vegetable Empanadas (house-made pastry, wilted kale, roasted sweet potato, Oaxaca and cotija cheese, black bean purée, and adobo & chile-lime aioli), and a salad. I'd happily order any of them again. I did find myself wishing for a bit more heat, but I've learned that's hard to come by in Tennessee. At least the staff gave us a heads-up that the spice level is toned down. I'm already looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu. The vibe is fantastic--and while they have a nice outdoor space, the interior is so eye-catching I'm not sure I'd want to sit anywhere else.

Cool atmosphere it's an underground speakeasy type of deal and had a cool list of cocktails…read more My cocktail was pretty good I wouldn't get it again but I liked it and the banana and gin was fun and new. Tapas were good the carrots were by far the best roasted perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. The crab dip was good but typical same with mushroom truffle pizza. The empanadas were good but a little dry I was glad they had sauce. Would go again and get the carrots and new items!

Had a great date night here recently. I've heard so many good things about Maple Hall over the past…read morefew years, but somehow just never made it there. So glad I finally did. Such a fun experience!

Had a good experience starting off with drinks and kind service. Lots of variety on the menu…read moreincluding food. Near the end of my time I felt I was being rushed out by the person that just had started her shift. I have a couple minutes left and was actively still bowling when they were asking me to check out and I asked to finish my game, they made a passive comment and left. Dampened the overall experience. Place seemed clean, seats were a little old.

Oh how I love you Fly by Night! This 70s themed bar brings back nostalgic memories of things my…read moregrandmother used to have in her house when I was a kid. Located in the growing South Knoxville neighborhood off Sevier Ave, if I had one suggestion for a bar to check out this one would definitely be it! The service here is always great, and the bartenders are really a master of their craft. I haven't tried any of the food but I'm dying to try the Fried Bologna Sandwich they have on their menu. They have indoor and outdoor seating where the outdoor is dog friendly. The do Karaoke on Sundays, and a disco night on Thursdays. They always have something fun planned so check their Facebook/instagram pages for updated events. If you are in the area, go check them out. I'm sure it will take you down memory lane too. I'm a fan and I'm sure you will be too! Cheers and Enjoy!

Fly is a hidden gem for sure. The aesthetic and vibes are super chill and cool. The bartenders are…read morevery knowledgeable and funny. Most importantly! the cocktails they serve are unique, tasty, and well priced. I like how they have live music/ events often and they got a solid cheese board. Will be back very soon!!

Trying to find good things to say about this place isn't very hard. This was my first time in…read moreKnoxville and my first Speakeasy. The PKL is located inside The Oliver Hotel. It appears you can enter either from the interior door opposite The Oliver Royale Restaurant or from the outside. I never saw the exterior entrance but have heard there's no sign, just a red light above a door. I am not sure how the whole password thing works or where to get it.... I just know the person I was with had it. We sat at the bar and the ambiance is really intimate. I have read now after being home that I guess they hide drink recipes in some of the books? I am not sure if that is true or not. If you can get a seat at the bar, it's so fun. Trey was great, as were the ladies! Trey puts on a little show with each drink he crafts. The drinks are ridiculously good. I would not be able to choose a favorite. I have no clue what the bill damage was, but I can say that between the both of us, we had every drink on the menu. Now I need to find reasons to go back to Knoxville just to go to the Peter Kern Library!

Cute little hidden library bar with great drinks…read more The only issue we had were some rambunctious neighbors in a booth nearby, but staff was really good at keeping the peace. We got: -Ines (my fav) -Lumiere -Maimie Mannering (very booze forward) -Harry Morgan (the banana didn't really come through, but I could see where they were going with it!)

I love the decorations & the cute theme is present throughout the whole restaurant. The drink menu…read moreis expansive and the drinks were good. The food is okay. I was disappointed that my food was warm, not hot when served. My sister got a lobster roll "extra stuffed," which did not appear to be extra-stuffed. I got the chicken carbonara and believe that I got a large portion for the price point. The service was a bit on the slower side, but I did not see as many waiters as I thought I would have for a Saturday evening. My expectations were high due to the price point and formality, and I was a bit let down. The vibes in here were fun. I think that if it was better staffed and the seafood portions were priced accordingly, we would have had a better experience and thought we got a better deal for the price.

You definitely are paying for the ambiance. The food itself isn't anything to right home about,…read moreespecially for the price. But I will applaud that the portions are decent sizes. I wasn't blown away and felt like the flavors were lackluster. The pasta was an alright red sauce, flavors could've been a bit more complex and boldly fresh. The Arancini tasted like a bland mushy hushpuppy in marinara. The best dish was the salmon, if I had to recommend anything! Super flaky with a crispy fish, paired nicely with the salad and potatoes. Service itself was good and the drinks were just okay. I like that they have many cocktail options to choose from, but my drink was honestly straight juice. As someone who's lightweight, I was shocked to find that the portions for drinks for the little amount of alcohol for $15 is a bit absurd (I got the st Richard ride). I'd only come once for the ambiance but it's pretty disappointing for what you pay. 6.5/10

Great spot! Wow!…read more While passing through Knoxville, we stumbled upon the Preservation Pub. We had seen a band was playing, so we figured we would drop in and check it out. Not a bad spot on a Tuesday night! Band was lively, and the crowd was friendly. Didn't realize at first that there were three(+) levels, so finding the arcade on the second floor (as well as another bar) and the roof patio (with yet another bar) made this place super fun. Lots of different settings depending on what you are looking for. The rooftop was great though - giving a view of the city, as well as a lot of interesting built in art. Also loved the artistic (signed decorated) washrooms - that was a hilarious and unexpected touch! If I lived in Knoxville, this would definitely be one of my go-to spots!

We wanted to have a drink on the rooftop bar. They wanted to…read morecharge us$10 to buy two drinks. We said no thanks and left.

This was a cute tropical themed bar across from our airbnb for the weekend. We were the last guests…read moreof the night and the service we received was awesome. Unfortunately we came too late to try the bites, but we were given a yummy snack mix to enjoy with our drinks. I'd definitely visit this place again when in Knoxville.

Super cute little cocktail bar; great for a date night or a night out with friends. The menu is…read moreextensive, but exclusively cocktails - no food, and no beer/wine from what we could tell. But - the cocktails are FANTASTIC. We went with a small group of friends, and tried a number of drinks. They were all fantastic, and our server was so incredibly helpful narrowing down what we wanted to order.