Arrived for trivia on Sunday night but there was a private event that hadn't wrapped up yet. They kept telling us trivia was still going to happen but I think they were just delaying us so we would continue to buy drinks. We left an hour after trivia was supposed to start and there was no movement that it was getting set up. Beer should be served in glassware not plastic. read more

Great venue, good beer selection, but the bartender lectured us about the evils of capitalism. Not kidding, she was full-on woke and every attempt at light banter somehow ended in her scowling in disapproval. Near the end of our time there another bartender walked in as McKays (local used book/music/games store about to close after decades) came up and shouted, "fk that place." We never got an explanation as to why a used bookstore was also on the list of places we should hate. The place has a lot of promise, but they need to get rid of the scolds. We didn't go out on a Saturday for an impromptu lecture on morality. read more

Pizza Is awesome Service is amazing. The vibe is chill & relaxing. Open Mic night are just tops, as well as the improv. Live music galore. read more

Cool place with 3 stories and nice rooftop. Different drinks/ beers on each floor. A very low key vibe. Bartenders were all efficient and kind. read more

Scruffy City Hall - Mango cart beer, THC N/A seltzer- on rooftop - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Visited Scruffy City Hall for the UK/UT game weekend and it is hands down one of the coolest spots in downtown Knoxville! We popped in on a Friday night for pre-dinner drinks while waiting for our table at Stock & Barrel (totally worth the 120-minute wait, by the way). First off, the vibe is... eclectic charm with a touch of rock 'n' roll. The second-floor viewing area is one of the most unique features, with old church pew-style seating overlooking the stage. The bartenders are friendly and efficient. With bars on every floor and plenty of drink specials, it's the perfect spot to kick back and unwind. The rooftop is a must-see too, with a projector screen and a great view to match. On this particular day, music started at 9 pm usually with a cover charge, but we came back after dinner to catch some live tunes. The bouncers actually remembered us from earlier and waved us right in, which was such a touch and made us feel like VIPs. Also, if you're wondering who's playing, they keep their calendar on their website up to date. Whether you're here for the music, the drinks, or just the vibe, Scruffy City Hall has it all. It's a must-visit if you're in Knoxville--especially for game weekend shenanigans. I'll definitely be back for the pews, the tunes, and the good times! read more

Logan is a great bartender to customers! Great attitude and atmosphere and we will be back!

Be ready when you come in the door for stale smoke smell. Smoking allowed on first floor. Upstairs deck is cool! Order beer! Worst gin and tonic I've ever had! Beer is predictable read more

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Nice place to see a show, especially Smooth Sailor. The pews on the second floor were pretty cool. Sound as good. read more

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Great environment and killer service! The music is incredible and the menu options for drinks are great! read more

Scruffy City Hall - a stage with red lighting - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Scruffy City Hall is certainly a dive bar. You just can't argue that. But it's a dive bar with dimension and lots of options. They have a good liquor selection/range. Multiple floors offer multiple types of entertainment. The staff is generally friendly enough. The prices are very affordable. The rooftop deck is awesome with a nice view - IF you can get up all the flights of stairs without dying. Or down after a few drinks without breaking your neck. read more

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If you're looking for a dive bar with live music... you might like this place. But if you don't like tasting cigarette smoke with your pizza, or crowded rooftops with sticky floors, you may want to avoid this place. This place has three levels, all accessed by stairs. The bottom floor has smoking inside, a bar, and a stage for live music. The second floor also has a bar and a shuffle board. The rooftop has a bar and a bunch of crowded tables. It can get pretty rowdy. We ordered some pizzas and chips, they were just ok. We waited an hour and a half for our pizza before we canceled the order and left because we were hungry and the smoke was giving us a headache. We came, we saw, we won't be back. read more

Nice venue for live music and cold beer. We stopped by this weekend and enjoyed the cover band. There was a nice selection of local and national beers on tap. Limited seating so be prepared to stand. read more

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I took my boyfriend out for his birthday last night and the dreaded bartender was so rude. My boyfriend asked for a water and the bartender said he wasn't a slave and that there was a water cooler he could pour his own water from and then got into such an argumentative attitude that other people around us asked if he was really being a jerk or playing. It was embarrassing. And honestly I hate any time I see that guy bartend. He's always so rude and I'll leave if I see him behind the bar at scruffy or preservation pub. read more

Cool space. It's like a mix between a dive bar and tourist/local destination. Most nights (every night?) they have live music. With live music also comes a nightly cover. It's 3 levels - the third floor is a rooftop bar. Each floor typically has different beers. So there's plenty of variety. One of my favorite times to go to Scruffy is during the summer festival season when it's warm out and there's something happening on the market square stage. The rooftop bar gives you the best view of the stage. read more

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It's a neat place with multiple levels and cool atmosphere. Service is hit or miss and the food is lack luster. The pizza looks and tastes like Red Baron frozen pizza and the nachos would be better if I made them at my house. It just doesn't seem like they try to impress their guests. Their minimal menu was not exciting and it showed when the food came out. read more

Scruffy City Hall - Cold, thrown together Jack BBQ nachos... they forgot the chicken. - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

If you like live music, friendly bar staff, and fun this is the place to go. Scruffy City and Preservation Pub are next door to each other. We paid a $5 cover and could go between both bars. They list the bands and playing times on their website. We watched The Coveralls at Scruffy's. They were so good we never left. Good selection of beers and mixed drinks. Very reasonable prices. read more

Very disappointed, announced music at 9, band canceled hours ago, no notification. 2nd time in a month Preservation Pub and Scruffy City they announced music at the wrong time. I'm not interested in waiting 2 hours!!!! I'm NOT happy!!!!! read more

Ann Grace is honestly the most inviting and fun bartender I've experienced in a while. I will definitely be coming back due to her awesome service! read more

Nice mimosas! Great environment. Good vibes! Love it! Great view. I really recommend this place if you are visiting market square. read more

Scruffy City Hall - Love the decoration. Good vibes only! - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Great spot in Knoxville! Ann Grace is the best bartender in town. we had the best time hanging out on the 2nd floor with her. next time we're in town we will 100% be going back read more

If you are looking for a place to just grab a beer this place is fine, otherwise I do not recommend it. The bartender who served me, tall blonde woman, was extremely rude and not accommodating to anything I asked. I asked for chicken for my service dog without seasoning which she acted was like me ordering lobster in a bar. It took over an hour to come because the kitchen forgot about it and when I asked her to check on it she replied "if it was ready I would bring it, it wouldn't just be sitting there" and what do you know, another 20 min later the server comes and is completely clueless about the order (even though I paid for it already). When the chicken finally arrives, she decides to tell me my dog cannot eat it inside the bar. Interesting how she conveniently did not mention that when I ordered and paid for it! The manager I spoke with was nice and brought him plain chicken, which of course, WAS possible to make. As far as ambiance, it's just a regular bar, the upstairs rooftop looked cute. I came on a Thursday and there were about 3 people there including me. read more

They did an amazing job with my place! I highly recommend them for any cleaning project

Amazing vibe and lovely bartender on the rooftop. Lovely rooftop view as well. I love how friendly they are to visitors too! 10/10

Door man charged us 5$ to get in to both clubs . We went over to preservation pub to check it out and when we returned to S C the same doorman said we didn't pay and would not let us back in . He looked high AF on tweeq. Go drink somewhere else . This place is a dive . read more

My girlfriend and I had a short stop before our flight and went to the rooftop and met Taylor. She was very fun and related to us as we are bartenders as well from Orlando. Great spot and better bartender. Thank you Taylor for having a good time with us. We will be back! read more

Great spot to hangout with friends! Awesome view of the Square right in City Center! Jenny was a great bartender! I saw some great looking pizza headed to a nearby table. Heaters up there for the cooler evenings and shade when that natural heat gets here! I highly recommend! 3 levels of fun for all. read more

Scruffy City Hall - Fun rooftop bar! Heat when you need it and shade too! Great view of the Square in Knoxville City! Jenny is the best! - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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What a great bar for Scruffy Comedy Festival!!! It has three levels, plenty of room, sound system is really good. They have a stage the whole nine yards. Very impressed with this place. read more

Scruffy City Hall - They have a stage for comedy/etc. - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Scruffy City in downtown Knoxville calls for a cool, down to earth atmosphere from the Bartenders and the locals there. Drinks are 95% alcohol and 5% juice. The way it should be haha. Plus the prices for the drinks? Around $6 bucks compared to DC where it's around $12 or more. What a steal! read more

Scruffy City Hall - Bars Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Let's start with the fact that Tennessee is playing Florida and game day is here. Didn't have the TV on when they finally figured out what channel to put it on didn't turn on the volume. Head bartender was as personable as a door knob. Worst service ever read more

Love the setting, great place for hanging out and having a drink, great beer selection & appetizers. The second floor patio area had limited seating but did have heaters so that's a huge plus! We will def be back! read more

Bernice was the most delightful hostess I've ever encountered. She has such a great, bubbly personality. You can really tell she loves what she does. read more

We've been to Scruffy City Hall several times for concerts but never just to just relax and have a drink until now. The rooftop is beautiful with what appear to be custom made wrought iron tables each with pretty planter boxes. There are plenty of fans to keep the air moving and even in the 85 degree heat, it's not too hot. There are also several wooden benches where a couple or group up to 4-5 can sit and chat in an intimate setting. I'm sure it's beautiful at night with all the lights glowing. The drinks were as strong as expected and the bartender was fine but not very friendly. The ambiance makes up for it though. read more

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I stopped by for a beer one Saturday afternoon. This bar has three levels, including a rooftop bar that overlooks Market Square. They have misting fans on the roof that keep you cool on a hot summer day. It was a good time and I would stop here again. read more

Loud, fun as hell, and cheap beer. Some quieter spots too. It's common to hear good music as well. Not rowdy either, just a fun place. And friendly patrons always! read more

I came in killing time waiting for my boyfriend to get off of work. I paid the $10 cover because they having amazing bands playing. Bartenders are attentive and knowledgeable about beer. I asked for suggestion for pilser options and the bartender was quick to suggest 3 beer on tap and in the can. I cant wait to come back. Love this spot. read more

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In the five weeks that I was in training, I was here about 6-7 times. We loved the rooftop for when the nights were still warm(ish) but then when it started to cool down, we really liked hanging out on the second floor and seeing what kind of music was going to be performed that night. I have never seen an inside of a bar/music venue to look like this and I think that's what drew all of us in. I ended up bringing my parents inside on Veteran's Day weekend to show them and wish they were in Knoxville at night to get to experience some of the music. It was hit or miss on whether we liked the music but we always started the night out here and we had a really good time every time we were there. read more

We enjoyed a nice Steely Dan cover band here, but didn't enjoy the food, odd seating, limited bathrooms, or rude bartender. Subs are all frozen pre-packaged meals. read more

Tonight was fabulous. The dead ringers came in at 10 pm. Rebekah Kiger played at 1230 and her voice rocked the house. Cover was only $5. Worth every penny. Drinks were fantastic. We had a great time as always. Love the atmosphere. read more

I came to visit a friend, and as we walked along Market Square, Scruffy City caught my eye right away and I knew that I had to go there! The building and it's sign are just very unique and I'm a sucker for architecture. When we walked past, the door was open and I saw a large candelabra light fixture that made it look a little creepy and awesome. When we went back that weekend, there was a $5 cover that got us in there and the bar next door. The place was pretty crowded, but we were served very quickly and there was quite the selection. The main area past the bar was a large room with the stage, and this beautiful stained glass design behind it. The band was pretty good, and I think they were a local favorite. We listened to them for a bit, and then I wanted to check out the upstairs. There was a second bar, and the bathrooms, and a room that opened onto a large balcony that overlooked the stage. There were church pews lined with people watching the show, and it was just such a neat look! If I am ever in town again I'd definitely like to come back and check it out. It looked like they have various events from comedy to music every weekend. read more

1st floor - Great. Beer. Other drinks. Art. I think a genie? 2nd floor - Also great. More beer. More other drinks. More art. No genies (probably) 3rd floor - THE ROOF. Beer. You're on the roof. Other drinks. You're on the roof. Art. You're on the roof. Maybe a genie???? It's the friggin roof!!!! read more