I was in town with me business partner and decided to try Chesapeake on the recommendation of a…read morelocal friend. We started with fantastic fresh oysters and for my entre I had the broiled seafood platter. I think is was around $43 - but wow, It's worth so much more. The shrimp was wrapped around about the best scallops of had The fish was perfect and crab cakes we pure limp. I live about 1 1/2 hours away and I keep thinking about when I can scedule some meetings there!

Big fan of this place. Trust me, it's not fancy, but the food and drink were great for the money…read moreand the service is always top-notch. That's what keeps me coming back.

We had such a great experience at The Brass Pearl in Market Square! Everything we ordered was…read moredelicious, but the cocktails really stood out. The Old Fashioned was fantastic, and the Living on a Pear was absolutely delicious -- definitely two drinks I'd order again! We started with the calamari fries, which were so good and a fun twist on a classic appetizer. We also had the lobster bisque, which had a great flavor and was filled with delicious chunks of lobster. It was a little different from the thick, creamy, sherry-forward bisque we're used to -- this one was a bit lighter and more on the watery side -- but it was still really flavorful and enjoyable. For entrées, we had the shrimp basket and the fish and chips, and both were delicious and satisfying. And the crème brûlée cheesecake was to die for -- easily one of the highlights of the meal! Our waitress was nice enough, although she did seem to struggle a little with checking on us throughout the meal, keeping our waters filled, and knowing exactly what alcohols were available behind the bar. She was decent, but not especially friendly or attentive. That said, the food, drinks, and overall experience more than made up for it. We'll definitely be back!

We came here for lunch on a busy Market Square Saturday. Thank goodness for making reservations…read moreahead of time, because the restaurant was packed with happy diners. Immediately, I loved their quaint interior decorated with octopuses and mermaids. The mermaid at the helm of the bar was just Instagram worthy by herself. We were seated right away and our server was the delightful Brooke. She was so helpful in her recommendations, as it was our first time here. I ended up getting the fish tacos. I loved the tender mahi mahi and the slightly hot sauce in the tacos. My better half was happy with his Pearl Burger. We both agreed that the hand cut fries were amazing and we devoured all of them. For drinks we just did soda, and ended up the meal with a cappuccino. Big thanks to Brooke for always being on top of our drinks as well, and taking such great care of us. My tip: make reservations!!

Stir was great from start to finish. We had oysters and they were fresh and tasty…read more We had some old fashioned's and they were great drinks! The service was fast and with a smile. The place was large inside and clean. The restrooms were very clean despite being busy that day. The steaks were perfect. We will be back !!

My mom and I had such a lovely lunch. We ordered the house dozen Oysters to start. It took some…read moretime for a lunch shift and there only being one other person, but when they came, it was worth the wait. We decided to have a tapas style lunch. We ordered the blackened mahi tacos and the chicken lettuce wraps. After eating the first dozen, we felt like it was just not enough and ordered another dozen. Lunch special oysters are 1.50$ each, so why not? We then got the chicken lettuce wraps and they were very full. Stacked with beautiful leafy greens, loaded with chicken and a delicious sauce to drizzle on top. I was very impressed on the presentation,quantity and taste! The mahi tacos looked nice but when you open the taco it had the smallest pieces of mahi ever. It was a lot of filler food. I'm not a fry person but they were pretty good fries. Over all it was a nice experience. I came here once before and thought it was okay, but this time made me feel like I would come back more often.

I had a server named Maia last night, and let me tell you, it might have been some of the best…read moreservice I've ever received! She was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the entire night. She truly went above and beyond and made the whole experience that much better. I highly recommend asking for Maia if you get the chance!

The place is in a great location and the prices are reasonable!…read moreWe sat outside to absorb the scenery and the atmosphere of this local downtown area! The food was very good and came out @ a short amount of time. The service was nice and we do recommend doing brunch/lunch, there! Highly recommended for a day out, on the weekend! 2 thumbs-up!!!

Food- Was Amazing! Service- Was Superb!…read moreAmbiance- A wonderful blend of old and new. Has what I would call a cozy, industrial feel, clean sharp lines and arched lighting but the warm amber glow of the ceiling and wall sconces, soothes and calms bringing a warmth and coziness to the environment. Personal Interactions- Don't know if everyone gets a chance to meet chef Darin but he was outstanding funny and genuinely hoping you enjoyed your experience, you can tell in how he asked did you enjoy your dinner and what a great selection of bourbon and Darin giving recommendations on pairings was perfect! Such a great time highly recommend.

Fantastic as always. Scallop appetizer with sauce and microwave greens is eye rolling out of this…read moreworld. I had the trout which was incredible. Was surprised by the mushrooms but the whole thing came together beautifully. Couldn't quite finish the Trout so had leftover the next day. Hubby had the flank steak and bone marrow which he said was exceptional. I chose the Arneis wine...not very common in American restaurants but it is one of my favorite Italian whites. Shared a piece of cake for dessert. Wonderful birthday dinner. If you haven't tried their brunch on Friday Saturday and Sunday you are missing the best brunch in Knoxville.

I was looking forward to trying Emilia after it was highly recommended by my hotel. Before heading…read moreover, I checked the restaurant's website, which stated they were open until 9:30 p.m. I arrived at approximately 8:23 p.m., only to be told they were already closed and that they actually close at 8:30. If your hours have changed, your website should be updated to reflect the correct closing time. It's frustrating for both visitors and local customers to make the trip based on the information you provide, only to be turned away. Accurate business hours are a basic courtesy and show respect for your customers' time. Unfortunately, this experience left a disappointing first impression.

We couldn't get a reservation anywhere on downtown during grad day except this place. It is a cozy…read morelittle place. We wanted black squid ink pasta but they didn't have it. But they got Buccatini. Woohoo! Beet salad - we are a fan beets anything so it was good. Brussels sprouts- flavor was good but overcooked and mushy. PEI mussel - was really good. Highly recommended Pulpo (grilled octopus) - a tad overcooked but not too bad. Focaccia bread w/ Ricotta cheese - yummy. The only sad part was when our waiter took the Ricotta away before we can scraped off every little bit of cheese from the container without us realizing it. Pasta carbonara- barely any pancetta but yummy. Pasta bolognese- I am not a fan of bolognese. Gnocchi- soft and fluffy pillows but sauce is alright. Desserts: Pistachio gelato- homemade and delicious Tiramisu- ok but I personally prefer ones with more espresso and alcohol.

Amazing! First of all, they have an incredible whiskey and bourbon selection. Very impressive back…read morebar which gives it a unique gastropub feel. Great downtown location with both indoor and outdoor seating. Bison burger medium was very tasty! Love the fresh cut French fries. We also had the Chicken and Waffles with fries which was also very good and I highly recommend if you are looking for something other than a burger. Very large portions, so make sure you come hungry! Wonderful and quick service! Definitely will recommend to anyone visiting and will always remember the burger and fries.

We had fabulous burgers and wonderful fried pickle chips and onion rings…read more The house old fashioned was tremendous!!! Great service and super cool inside!

We popped in because we wanted a beer before the St. Patrick's Day parade. We ended up staying here…read morea few hours because you could see the parade from the window. It wasn't crowded inside, there are a lot of seating options for big or small groups. Several tables could seat at least 6. Michael was bartending when we went. He did a great job at making us feel like locals! He was attentive even though it was quite busy from people coming in from the parade. The arcade area was pretty cool. Each side had a bar, but only one was open at the time we went. We didn't get food, but it looked like they had some yummy options from what we saw get delivered to other tables. The music was good. The people were friendly as well. This is definitely a place we would return to if we come back in town!

Give a 4 but was really thinking 3.5 stars just because of the food (I didn't order any drinks and…read moreit was a quick stop in). I saw the ramen on the Yelp pictures and it spoke to me, so I walked in and ordered some. You have to stand in line at the bar to order your food so that took awhile, but the food came out pretty quick. I wasn't too impressed with the ramen, and I've had ramen all over the world. The broth was good, I enjoyed the spicy flavor. However, having tomatoes in the ramen was weird and I didn't enjoy that. My biggest complaint is there was very little meat in the ramen, like 2 small chunks of brisket. It seems like a great place to have drinks and hang out, but as far as the food it was meh to me.

We came on a very busy Saturday night (weekend of Dogwood Festival, theatre night, and prom night)…read more Thankful to have a reservation, we were promptly seated while others with no reservation were being told three hour wait times. I loved the vibe of Tupelo, the hanging lush green plants on the side of the bustling kitchen, the cheerful staff and the lively music. Lizette was our server and she was just a darling. It was our first time here, and she was so helpful with her all of her recommendations. One of Lizette's favorites was the "Peach, don't kill my vibe" sangria. Which I just loved. I nice mix of peach and pineapple in a sangria. For our mains, we had the grilled harvest chicken and the chicken tenders. Both mains came with two sides. With my grilled harvest chicken, I got the mashed potatoes and the braised bacon green beans. The green beans were to die for, even my hubby was saying he should've ordered that as his side. The harvest chicken I loved--especially the sautéed spinach, red peppers and tomatoes on top. But if you can't handle spicy, this dish does have some heat to it. And we ended my birthday celebration with the heavenly banana pudding. It was heavenly in every way. Made in house, and so delicious that even my hubby ate it and he never cares for this dessert. If I could've licked that little bowl, I would've. We already cannot wait to come back and try some of the brunch items on their menu. We loved everything about Tupelo and hats off to Lizette for making our night even more special!!

Always a fan. The first location we went to was in Chattanooga and we fell in love with the Shrimp…read moreand Grits. This time around my husband got that, and I tried the chicken and waffles... and it was outstanding. I had one of their mocktails as well and it was super tasty. The waitress was friendly and the atmosphere was cozy on the rainy evening it had turned into. Overall we enjoyed our experience and it was a wonderful way to have our last dinner out in Knoxville. It will remain a favorite place when we're in Tennessee.

Possibly my current favourite restaurant in Knoxville!!! Everything about it was simply fabulous!!!…read moreFrom the ceviche dip that comes with the chips and salsa to the fresh oysters on the half shell to the made to order main course, not to mention our fabulous waitress Raquel who was not only extremely knowledgeable about the menu but just an incredible waitress in EVERY aspect!!! This place ROCKS!!! I saw some previous negative comments about the decor and music, there was nothing at all wrong with either. Just because it's different from American culture doesn't make it bad. As I said, it's my current favourite restaurant in Knoxville!!! I highly recommend it!!!

The worst shrimp you can ever eat. Is disgusting. They better sale…read moreOnly beers amd have the little game set . Peor marisco que puedes Comer esos camarones llevan meses frizados. El dueño mejor que venda solamente cervezas y siga la maquinas de Jugar Si no se va a la quiebra a lo cubano!!! TREMENDA MIERDAAAA.