I have been to RT Lodge many times for corporate retreats and have always enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We had dinner tonight to celebrate my father's birthday. Jody was our server and she was amazing! Attentive without being intrusive, great sense of humor, and impeccable timing of food delivery. Unfortunately, there was a large party that was obnoxious and loud but the staff was even apologetic about that. The food was fresh and flavorful, the wine list was well priced, the cocktails were fun. Overall an amazing experience, particularly for a special occasion! read more

Stayed here recently on a recommendation from local friends when visiting the area. We really enjoyed our stay here, it was relaxing, casual, with friendly, attentive staff. It's soothing, woodsy location was not too far from the rest of the city. Nice alternative to a typical hotel that's right by a freeway. Also, encouraged that we didn't have to leave the lodge to enjoy high quality, delicious food at the restaurant for dinner or breakfast. The grounds were enjoyable to stroll around and for meditation spots. We also enjoyed the smores by the fireplace in the evenings and feeding the koi fish. The rooms and beds were a little on the tight side, but manageable for a few nights. Would like to come back and explore more of the area, and partake in the relaxing atmosphere, hospitality, and charm! read more

Got to return after just finally getting here a few weeks ago. Similar lovely experience-- outside dining options are superb, and everything very safe, secure, etc. Different menu items this time and all that we had were excellent. Clearly just an exceptional place. read more

There is just so much to love here! When you park your car you are welcomed by the most amazing smells of smoked meats and delicious food. Everywhere you walk there are beautiful natural sights and welcoming nooks. The first time I came to RT Lodge I was blown away by the staff's attentiveness and welcoming spirit. Not to mention to amazing food from Chef Trevor!!! By far my favorite chef. He has such a true passion for food. I've been back numerous times since then and it has become my home away from home. Next I want to visit during the fall. You must experience this jewel! Perfect for a few days away or a stunning wedding. read more

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Excellent food with an outstanding atmosphere... The outdoor space is the best, the fire pit with rocking chairs... the walking trails

After driving through 5 states to get here, we found paradise. What a great place to rest and relax and be treated like royalty. This lodge is rustic, clean and welcoming. The staff are sweet and charming. We brought our Black Lab with us and staff treated her like family. The grounds are meticulously manicured, the restaurant 5 star in my humble opinion and the food is fresh, perfectly prepared with locally grown products. We enjoyed our 3 day stay here while visiting the greater Knoxville area. Thank you to all the wonderful people who took such great care of us. read more

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The food and environment is always amazing. Lovely place for a special, elevated experience.

We went to dinner tonight celebrate my 65th birthday. We were a party of 6 & three of us needed gluten-free. The pastry chef made my gf chocolate cake with an amazing creamy chocolate frosting, macadamia nuts and kosher salt in the middle! Amazing! We all ordered something different (salads, charcuterie boards, gf crackers, wine, etc.) and everyone raved about their food! The atmosphere was delightful and not like some restaurants that are so noisy! The staff was also very kind, professional and attentive. We felt like royalty! Highly recommend! read more

I had the pleasure of dining here with a group of girlfriends night and we had a lovely meal in a breathtaking setting. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and the lodge itself is so cozy and inviting--I would love to spend a day curled up by one of the fireplaces with a good book! We began our meal with the pimento cheese that was served with crackers and pickles. The pimento cheese had a little too much pepper in my opinion. Next, I shared the ribeye for 2 with a friend. Our steak was perfectly cooked and it was served with generous portions of roasted potatoes and fresh summer veggies along with bournaise sauce and their house steak sauce that was amazing. For dessert I had the golden honey ice cream served with wet walnuts and a plum jam. The first bite of ice cream was delicious and sweet then it had a spicy after taste that I didn't love. After dinner we enjoyed complimentary Smores by the outdoor firepit. read more

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I spent a ton of time looking for a wedding venue, and RT Lodge was the only place I could find that checked all my boxes. Super accommodating staff, amazing food, flexible and willing to work with me to create exactly what I wanted, 57 guest rooms on site, beautiful property, close to an airport, activities to keep guests occupied, and more!!! The weekend was better than I even imagined it would be. We stayed and ate at RT Lodge twice before the wedding and the restaurant is amazing as are the guest rooms. The wedding food is the same as what you're served in the restaurant, and I can't even count the number of people who told me that the food was the best catering they've ever had in their lives. RT Lodge is the best!!! We can't wait to go back. read more

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The Lodge has a very relaxing atmosphere! Everything was extra clean! Excellent staff! We will be returning!!

A must see! This place is quintessential East Tennessee. From cozy lodges similar to a bed and breakfast to fire pits ripe with s'more essentials. The staff is the friendliest I have come across in the area with a real southern charm. There is also a koi pond in the back which just adds to the ambiance. The restaurant is delicious and quaint. The food is unbelievably good. Just be aware the the menu is limited and prices are a bit high. Having said that, I will definitely be dining here again. read more

I had the pleasure of dining at RT Lodge on a cold night. It was warm and cozy with fireplaces burning inside and out. The staff make you feel like a true guest in their home and are incredibly accommodating. We started with the Walnut Sourdough and a Charcuterie Board. The bread was served with butter and sea salt, a confusing combination at first, but it was delicious. I ordered Gulf Shrimp and Grits which included Andouille Sausage and Green Tomato. The flavors together were surprisingly delicious! My husband ordered the Red Wine Braised Short Rib and he ate every bite. We will for sure be dining here again! Update! We did dine again and it was just as amazing as the first time. This time we started with the Crispy Chicken Skins and a bowl of the French Onion Soup. The chicken skins were spicy and served with a delicious honey butter for the perfect balance. For dinner, we opted for the Rib-Eye for two. This is 32 oz of 45 day aged rib eye and it was seasoned and cooked to perfection! It comes with roasted potatoes and glazed carrots. We finished by splitting the fried apple pie which was crispy and left you wanting your own portion. I highly recommend! read more

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Went here for my sons wedding. Very well done 3 day affair. Property wooded set back on Maryville College campus. Lodging was older mountainous type setting fire pit walking paths Dinner was a 10, chicken, ribs, cheese macaroni, biscuit with honey ect. Forgot the apple crisp with real whip cream read more

Beautiful, great service and amazing food!!! We got the burger (amazing) the pork schnitzel which I will crave forever. The fried chicken was ok but nothing super special. Mom loved the scallops. The chicken pastry was kinda dry. Key lime dessert delicious and cream cheese ice cream - wow!!! read more

Very good food. Amazing surroundings and lovely dining room. Service was good, not great. Only misstep was the foie gras torchon...had a funky strong, bitter taste. But things got much better with Green Tomato "Pie", awesome Fried Chicken (with Homey and House made Hot Sauce on the side), charred Okra w/peanuts, and Pan roasted Red Fish with Tomato Gravy, Carolina Rice, and Ramp Chow-Chow. read more

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This place is incredible - the food will blow your mind. I stayed there all the time years ago for work and it seriously could not be better. I still miss the food and the atmosphere. read more

Yes, the place does not look like much. The China was beautiful however the atmosphere was akin to Cracker Barrel, nice wooden tables and a fireplace. However, my children(adults) ordered and shared what was supposed to be a 24 ounce ribeye $90 before the mandatory 20% tip. No way the steak weighed more than a pound before it was cooked. No telling what it weighed after that. I had the spare ribs $38. It consisted of 3 bites of meat, 3 small potatoes and 4 baby carrots. When the 5 of us left this restaurant after paying our $300 bill, we immediately went home and prepared our own dinner. The food was of adequate quality but there was absolutely nothing that warranted the price. I'm sorry but even my son's burger was not that exceptional. Very disappointed. I would and will enjoy three other meals in three other places of equal atmosphere and equal or higher quality. read more

Ok so this place is beautiful. You really do feel like you're staying in a mini resort. The only issue I had, which was not the staff's fault, were the people staying above us. If you do choose to book a room, I highly recommended getting one on the second floor. This is not a hotel, this is a lodge. So you will hear every single step the people above you take. We were up half the night because of this. Other than that, our stay was great. read more

RT Lodge - Hotels Near Me - Maryville, Tennessee

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We had the most wonderful experience eating here for my Birthday! I highly recommend! Our food was delicious and fresh also the service from start to finish was phenomenal! Definitely will be back! read more

The lodge provides a very inviting atmosphere with a remarkable outdoor area. We held a corporate dinner there for around 75 guests and the staff was great! They were on top of the service and made sure all of our guests were taken care of. If you want a quaint venue for a reception or dinner that's set in the woods...this is definitely a great place for that! read more

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So cozy and inviting. This place is a true experience from start to end! Between the cozy fire, welcoming service and delicious food, RT Lodge will forever hold a special place in my heart! read more

Stayed here for the first time over the weekend. Charming venue, wonderful staff n terrific food. We have family who moved to Maryviile recently, so we look forward to visiting them soon so we can return to RT Lodge! read more

Our server was great, but the Portions were small and not very good. The atmosphere gets 5 stars but we took our friends there from out of town and were almost embarrassed. The steak we had was so small!! read more

My now-wife and I got married here in November and it was absolutely everything that we could have hoped for and more. * Location RT Lodge is situated super conveniently close to Knoxville Airport (about a 10 minute drive) but it feels like a world of its own. It's tucked back in the woods near Maryville College and is super quiet and peaceful. There is lots of outdoors space with a large koi pond in the back of the main lodge and we spend hours walking and exploring in the neighboring woods. * Lodging The rooms are super comfortable and are very much going for a rustic-chic vibe. They are on the smaller side but very comfortable with super soft beds and Ralph Lauren linens. For the wedding, this was perfect because with 57 rooms, everyone was able to stay on premises and I don't think I heard a single complaint about the rooms. In addition to the rooms there are a ton of nice common areas to stay. In the cooler weather, there are multiple fireplaces where you can curl up next to the fire, and in the warm weather the grounds are quite extensive. * Food Chef Trevor is incredible. The food here is really fantastic and far above what I had expected. For a normal stay, the restaurant is very nice, if a little pricey. Highlights include the fried chicken with homemade fermented jalapeno hot sauce and the homemade charcuterie with meat from the chef's family farm. For the wedding, they were incredibly accommodating to the variety of dietary needs and did a great job pleasing everyone in attendance. Trevor took ample time to sit with us and come up with a menu that we were excited about and went out of his way to suggest ways that we could accommodate the vegetarians and vegans in the group (we had BBQ for the rehearsal dinner, so not an easy task). And whether you're there for an event or just coming to the restaurant for dinner, every night you are invited to make s'mores by the firepit out behind the lodge. * Wedding Planning Ali and Phoebe were absolutely incredible when it came to actually planning the wedding. My wife and I weren't particularly interested in dealing with all the minutia, since we were quite busy, but they did a great job of planning everything on our behalf. From recommending vendors to asking for exactly what they needed from us, they really kept things moving in the right direction and pulled off an amazing event. We also appreciated their flexibility on the day of when we threw a couple of audibles and Ali took it in stride. * The Verdict Overall I'm certain that this will become a regular vacation spot for us. The staff is so friendly, the place is super comfortable, and the food is ridiculously good (as a couple who lives in NYC). Thank you to the staff for all the hard work and we're looking forward to our next trip. read more

RT Lodge is officially our new favorite place in Maryville! I can't believe we didn't find it until now! We were told the menu adjusts a little bit daily based on what fresh foods the restaurant is able to source and it didn't disappoint today. To start, we shared a tomato salad with fresh, pickled and fried green tomatoes sprinkled with goat feta that was better than I imagined it could be. We also tried the smoked trout dip with freshly made gourmet potato chips and it was equally awesome. Then came the entree!!! Quite possibly the best Ribeye I've ever had with a very light mushroom glaze, perfectly baked yellow potato's and delicately mint flavored vinaigrette spritzed fresh greens on the side. Easily one of my favorite meals in memory and we can't wait to come back and try some of the other options. The restaurant itself was really beautiful and worth a visit just to admire the building and grounds and the staff all seemed genuinely proud to discuss the building's heritage. Our server, Alandré (hope I spelled it correctly) was absolutely top shelf and made a really great meal into a fine dining experience that we can't wait to experience again. We really enjoyed all the staff's very positive energy and how well they expressed their happiness to serve our table. Really great people, amazing flavors and a beautiful restaurant! read more

Sarah Ferry is the absolute best employee that this place has ever had. The service was the best I've gotten in while. Good job.

We're currently here for a family wedding. The property is beautiful, the rooms have a modern cabin vibe to them. We're staying in the Wiley building and I am completely blown away by Miss Carla the house keeper. She brought us a mini fridge since my daughter is still breast feeding. She definitely has true southern hospitality. She has gone out of her way every single time she sees us to ask if there's anything we need. She has also kept a close eye on our family here and done the same for them. To be completely honest this review is pretty much for her. We would definitely revisit the property just for her attention to detail and kindness. read more

What a pleasure to visit and stay here. The surroundings are so natural, yet meticulously cared for. Not buggy, yet woodsy at the same time. Trails, huge fire pit, koi pond and lots of whimsy throughout! The lodge is very welcoming and comfortable. The food is very good, we ordered the fried chicken to go and it was so juicy and tender. The breakfast that is included is a genuine hot breakfast with so many healthy options like Greek yogurt and fresh fruit! The staff is quite friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend a stay here at this one of a kind destination! read more

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We got married here in May! Our day was magical and everything went perfectly thanks to the help of the lodge staff. The setting is pure perfection. The rooms are so quaint with robes and really comfortable beds. The food was AMAZING! We loved having our wedding here and still love to go back and eat at the restaurant. Show less read more

What an amazing mazing place... the grounds are beautiful, the service was incredible and food news worthy.

We adore this place! This is our favorite date night parents night out! The service is amazing and we always leave feeling so cared for. The lounge is incredibly cute for cocktails, and the rooms are every bit of mountain-chic quaint you can wish for! read more

What's not to like, it's cozy, clean, classy, friendly and the food has always been on point. If you haven't had a chance to experience the RT Lodge, it's a must. read more

Great New Years Eve event - highly recommend food was great and the rooms were first rate. We enjoyed strolling around the grounds as well. Will definitely return. read more

Highly impressed with every aspect of RT Lodge. It went beyond our expectations. We would choose RT Lodge all over again for my daughters May wedding. Their attention to all the details and to orchestrating a seamless event is outstanding. My objective was to be present and enjoy the entire weekend and because we had such professional planners at RT Lodge that's exactly what happened. It was amazing and our guests loved their time there as well. The facilities were in perfect condition, the food for the entire weekend was top notch and the staff was continually accommodating and in the background waiting on us hand and foot. Well done RT Lodge. 125 guests, Friday - Sunday. read more

I got yelp just to leave a review for this restaurant. 10/10. Randi is a superstar. super pretty area and yummy food. :) !! read more

RT Lodge - my burger and fries+ cute lil virgin mojitos! fun times - Hotels Near Me - Maryville, Tennessee

This is a true hidden gem! Hubs and I went for dinner to celebrate birthdays and were not disappointed. Delicious charcuterie and drinks to start, a beet salad that was beyond great, a perfectly cooked steak for 2 with a fabulous Ridge Zinfandel that we've been dying to try for years. Service was impeccable from the door, to the bar, to the dining room. Loved sitting outside by the huge fire and roasting marshmallows for s'mores under the stars. I can't wait to bring friends here with us next time! read more

Everything at RT is top notch. Fresh ingredients cooked perfectly in a beautiful setting with great service. Don't pass up the cheese and house made charcuterie. It's to die for. Top it off with wine on the back porch in front of this beautiful koi pond! read more

RT Lodge - Hotels Near Me - Maryville, Tennessee

We attended a wedding here and I have to say that they definitely made this place look beautiful. Although the clouds were threatening to shower down dollops of rain, the weather held off nicely for the outdoor wedding and traditional Korean Paebaek ceremony. Interestingly, the RT (for Ruby Tuesday's) Lodge is tucked away on the campus of a college in Maryville. It wasn't too difficult to find, but there was definitely limited parking at the lodge itself, so we were directed to a satellite parking lot where shuttles ran back and forth (a couple minutes) to the lodge. When we stepped out of the lodge, we were greeted by a beautiful pebbled walkway, which led down a short path between their two main buildings. They had a cute pond with a walkway out to the middle (where two violinists were playing) and they had set up two large tents capable of holding 200+ people comfortably. The light hors d'oeuvres and punch that they had before the ceremony were good enough to keep us at bay in our excitement for the wedding. The first tent was perfect for the wedding ceremony because it had so many transparent areas that allowed for the sunlight to shine through. The only thing that might be worth complaining about was because it was outside, there were some flying bugs. And we didn't bring bug spray to the wedding. Afterward, there were heavy hors d'oeuvres which were quite tasty, and again, more punch. They set up the middle area where the musicians were for the Korean Paebaek ceremony. It was a very nice personal, touching part of their wedding ceremony. Dinner was served in another tent, and I must say that the decor was very nice. They had lights strung up from the inside top supports of the tent, with lit lanterns as well. As the evening started to come on, the place was absolutely beautiful. They had a nice stage area for a live band to play as well . . . and they set up two buffet stations (entree and dessert) on two corners of the tent, with their drink station in the middle. Overall, it was beautifully decorated, and the staff were very professional and polite. It also fit the personalities of our friends who got married there. If you happen to be looking for a wedding venue in Maryville, TN, I would definitely recommend taking a look at RT Lodge. But be aware that according to some city ordinances, live music must stop at 11pm. Just keep that in mind. :) read more

RtT Lodge is not only beautifully decorated, but the grounds are picture perfect! We have been there for many events - each one outstanding , the first class staff and friendly service are top notch. The dinners are incredible, seasonal farm fresh selections created by their chef are a culinary dream. read more