We had our wedding here in December 2019. The venue is beautiful and iconic and has wonderful…read moreviews. The business that runs it, however, is awful. Sunsphere Events staff (specifically the owners and operators) were extremely rude to us and our family on our wedding day, but also neglected to set up a third of the tables and chairs we'd requested and they had approved. A third of our guests had to stand through dinner and while everyone remained in good spirits, this is very frustrating from our perspective. We even had some guests who left before dinner because they couldn't find seats. In follow-up emails they've been untruthful to us in order to cover up their mistakes, and they also claim they were not rude when we had everyone who interacted with them directly tell us otherwise. It's incredibly frustrating to have an otherwise perfect day marred by such an incompetent and gross company. I would absolutely recommend having your event at the Sunsphere, just wait until a different company is running the venue.

I reserved the 6th floor for my company's holiday party in December of last year…read more Pros: This is an iconic and fun venue, and the view is great. It was convenient that we could play our own music over the speakers. They provided a microphone so we were able to conduct a rousing game of trivia. They set up a Christmas tree for us, and the lights reflecting off the windows created a beautiful ambiance. Cons: The event staff advertises the 6th floor as capable of accommodating as many as 150 seated guests. My group contained about 140 seated guests, and space was tight. On a related note, several members of my group complained about the availability of the restrooms. (I didn't see it myself, but I heard that there was only one stall for men and one for women.) Taking all of this into account, I'd say that this floor should probably be capped at 100 seated guests. When I arrived an hour before the event to take care of any last minute details, everything was supposed to be set up, but due to some internal staff miscommunication, it wasn't. I helped them set up the tables and chairs for the better part of an hour. They had another holiday party going on at the same time on the 8th floor, which divided the attention of the Sunsphere staff and also limited the availability of the elevators. The table linens they provided weren't clean on either side, and the chairs and chair cushions could definitely benefit from an upgrade. Also, this is more of a personal issue, but the event staff directed me to park in the fire lane to unload the party supplies, and while I was parked there, I got a ticket. This is a pretty mixed review, which is representative of my group's reactions to this venue, but my overall impression was negative, especially since no one on staff followed up with me after the event to ensure satisfaction. With a few tweaks, this experience could have been a lot better.

Their service and communication. They cannot keep their staff and have consistency. Every guest who…read morespoke with the coordinator, said she was rude or completely walked away.

My parents came all the way down from Ohio for a scheduled tour (scheduled at least 1.5 months in…read moreadvance). They did not even put us on their calendar. A wedding is a big chunk of money and if a venue can't even put me on their calendar I surely can't trust them with my big day. I was very disappointed that no one from the event planning staff or management was willing to come to the venue to talk with us after they realized their mistake. I was extremely frustrated and have since decided to look elsewhere.

The Cook Loft is a fabulously fun place to hangout, have a party or spend the weekend in Knoxville…read more It's directly across from the parking lot next to the Bijou Theatre. I was at an event at this loft and fell in love with this place. You are conveniently located in downtown Knoxville, close to many venues, the University of Tennessee, restaurants and bars. It's a 2 bedroom loft with 2 full bathrooms. This would be ideal for a Football Game Weekend! On their website it states the rates. 1 night = $495 UT Football Package (2 night minimum stay, $700 per night) = $1400 Even though it is a little pricey, think about it for 2 couples you have a 2 bedroom apartment with a full kitchen that has a lot of natural light (moonlights too), living room & dining room area. If you stayed in a nice hotel it might be around $400 per night, and you wouldn't even have a full kitchen, dining room, or living room. So for me, I think this place is totally worth it. I think you should check it out if you are from out of town or even live here. I really like this place. The only thing I wish it had was a rooftop to sit and hangout on. Other than that I love the Cook Loft! Hope you love it as much as I do!! Cheers & Enjoy!

Rented for my husbands surprise 40th birthday party and it was absolutely perfect. The owner went…read moreabove and beyond to help make the night go smoothly, he was even so kind to come by and help my kids get the TV to work in one of the guest rooms! Highly recommend for a great experience and fun atmosphere in a fantastic downtown location!

Our granddaughter's 16th birthday celebration at Lulu's Tea Room was a great success. It was truly…read moreperfect, featuring many teacups and tea. Everyone was blown away. The food was incredible. Fresh fruit! Chicken salad, vegetables, cheese ball & crackers. Lovely small cakes, red velvet so yummy. A terrific place to celebrate! Deanna Hurd is adorable and works with you. Try, Lulu's Tearoom!

Lulu's is a treasure! The service is always warm and friendly. It has an intimate atmosphere and…read morethe food is always delicious.

My husband and I had the the best time celebrating our wedding at the Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus!…read moreWith very little direction from us, the folks at TAPestry expertly decorated the hall and transformed the whole space into something perfectly us. The space was great for live music - and especially the six-piece band we had playing - and we boogied our way outside into the fenced-in patio by evening's end. We will never forget this night - or the amazing work by TAPestry who made it happen for us.

If you are planning a wedding or similar event this place is absolutely beautiful. Dustin and…read moreBrandy will accommodate most needs and can help you make memories with you that will last a lifetime. This barn is one of a kind. This place is spacious with its own flair and art style. This place must been seen to really appreciate all it has to offer!!!

This hidden gem is absolutely worth the drive. Reservations are required and menu is always…read more changing, so follow them on social. The food is filled with flavor and love as Chef puts his special touch on all things delicious.

I had a reservation for last night, Friday 11/7, confirmed via text from the owner. We drove…read more45min, and arrived at the restaurant to find it locked up tight lights out. What?? Who does that? I hope he is fine, and if we ever hear back from him with a satisfactory explanation, I'll delete this one-star and cease telling everyone I know about it. Bizarre, disappointing, and wretched business move.

I have experienced Amazing Graze a few times now, with a friend and most recently, purchased for a…read morework event. Susan and her staff are so talented, helpful, and friendly and they expertly piece together charcuterie boards and boxes that truly fit any occasion or dietary needs. For my work event boxes, they were able to alter a box slightly for a gluten-free attendee and clearly labeled that box, too. Much-appreciated. The shop itself is so cute, nestled across from the Cedar Bluff strip of shops/Kroger. It admittedly took me far too long to realize that the entrance is not directly under their building sign, but through a walkway to the left of Hound Dogs. There is an adorable little patio setup outside the small shop. Inside, there is a descriptive menu, some merch, a cooler holding both orders and ready-made items for spontaneous munchie needs. There is also a large selection of doggie treats. Their website is descriptive, easy to order from, and customer service fabulous if/when you have questions. The food itself is fresh and is so dang pleasing to the eye. My sample boxes looked like small works of art and my event attendees were raving about them! Can't wait to order from here again. What a wonderful experience.

Susan is amazing! Beautiful boards for all occasions. Susan and her staff are very talented and…read moreknowledgeable when putting everything together that you request. We also take the boxes on road trips. So instead of having to stop at a restaurant or drive thru, this is a no stress way to travel plus its healthy.