Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in East Tennessee

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Updated November 05, 2024

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

4.9

4.9 (3576)

$50 and over

American

Knoxville

About the restaurant

At Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro, we know that great food begins with fresh, quality sourced local ingredients. On our Modern Appalachian menu, Chef Jeff Carter and culinary team present seasonal and delicious dishes that are familiar and steeped in tradition yet enhanced with bold new dashes of flavor and component combinations that may surprise and delight you.

Dancing Bear provides a premium lodging experience. We bring the same commitment to excellence to our award-winning restaurant and full bar. Whether enjoying a romantic dinner for two or bringing the extended family together for a celebratory meal, we want your night out in Townsend to be a special experience. We offer a refined assortment of modern Appalachian cuisine — all served among elegant surroundings and calming wooded vistas.

Top review

Liz

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful food and outstanding staff! Such a warm and cozy experience on a cold autumn evening. Perfection!

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Popular dish

Truffled Filet Mignon

4.9

4.9 (286)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Lookout Mountain

About the restaurant

Massey’s Kitchen is the community gathering place for friends and family to enjoy great food and drinks.

Our passion is authentic, made from scratch dishes reflected in our menu that provides housemade artisanal breads, pizzas, sandwiches and more all made with fresh ingredients.

We travelled to the Mediterranean regions in search of unique offerings and experiences. Massey’s Kitchen brings the flavors and culture of the Mediterranean to our local community through our open-air spaces, authentic menu and energetic atmosphere

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Sally

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious brunch, all 4 of us enjoyed our meals. Pancakes were light and fluffy, potatoes excellent. Cute spot, great wait staff.

Wilder at Windy Hill Farm and Preserve

4.8

4.8 (51)

$50 and over

Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

Loudon

About the restaurant

Voted "Best Splurge Worthy Restaurant" by Travel Awaits.

Appalachian tradition is rich in grit, resourceful charm, and determination, which drives our culinary heritage. At Wilder, we cultivate farm-to-table ingredients transformed by an appreciation for international cuisine to offer a fun and unique approach to well-loved Southern staples.

Four-Course Dinner experience offered Thursday - Saturday $85/person.

Bistro Menu offered Wednesday - Saturday for an à la carte menu. Reservations recommended.

20% service fee assessed on all charges. Additional tipping optional.

Limited reservations are offered nightly. Non-alcoholic beverages included.

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DARYL

Dined on Nov 24, 2024

Good was excellent, can’t say enough good things! Will be back.

Calhoun’s Oak Ridge

4.7

4.7 (83)

$30 and under

American

Oak Ridge

About the restaurant

Located along the banks of Melton Hill lake, Calhoun’s Oak Ridge sits along the beautiful Oak Ridge greenway with every seat in the restaurant offering a view of the water. This location is accessible by boat, has a a covered outdoor dining patio as well as seating around the fire pit with a panoramic view of Melton Hill Lake. Calhoun's has become a place where friends and family gather to celebrate what’s good in their lives while they sample some of Tennessee’s best BBQ, ribs, steak, and sandwiches. So come on down and experience the best hospitality and BBQ around.

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Julie

Dined 4 days ago

Good meal for Thanksgiving. We go every year. Thank you.

Balter Beerworks

4.7

4.7 (58)

$30 and under

American

Knoxville

About the restaurant

Balter Beerworks is a scratch kitchen brewpub located in downtown Knoxville. We offer a welcoming environment that celebrates craft beers and made from scratch food. Every bite and every sip at Balter is crafted daily from scratch, using the freshest ingredients available. We are constantly refreshing food and beer menus to highlight seasonal delicacies. Balter offers a place for friends and family to reconnect in a space that weaves urban aesthetics with the history of an old service station.

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Jasonvip

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

Excellent food and beer options. Nice atmosphere.

State of Confusion

4.6

4.6 (676)

$30 and under

Latin American

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

State of Confusion features authentic dishes from Latin America, New Orleans, and the Carolina Lowcountry. We serve lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with takeout and delivery available. Multiple indoor and heated outdoor hangout areas offer you and your groups a variety of options for dining in and special events.

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Carolyn

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

Great service. Amazing food. Cool old warehouse building with high energy vibe.

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Popular dish

Peruvian Paella

Tupelo Honey - Chattanooga

4.5

4.5 (1902)

$30 and under

Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern Comfort Food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced, and always Southern.

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Jim

Dined 2 days ago

All of the food was fantastic! The pan fried pork with the Tupelo honey on it was great. The meatloaf, greens, and crispy potatoes were great as well.

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Experience

Hoot & Holler Happy Hour

Nic & Norman's - Chattanooga

4.5

4.5 (943)

$30 and under

American

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

After the growth and love we felt in our Senoia location, we knew it was time to expand.

Our passion for creating special moments has adopted a passion for taking old iconic buildings and turning them into one of a kind, unique places to create those moments in.

Chattanooga is no exception. We've taken this space at the Choo Choo and kept it as authentic as we could while adding our Nic & Norman's story throughout.

We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

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Rob

Dined 6 days ago

Brain and Emily went above and beyond to make our anniversary dinner special.

Top of the Rock Restaurant and Brewery

4.5

4.5 (1497)

$30 and under

American

Jasper

About the restaurant

great experience dining at top of the rock brewery

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Hope

Dined 6 days ago

The view is spectacular. We were pleased with our steak burgers. Service was prompt. The only thing that felt odd was the seating process. We requested an outside table through the app and were seated on the upper deck outside. The hostess told us that we could not sit on the lower deck because those tables could only not be reserved via Open Table. So, if you want the best views, call the restaurant.

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Bravo Italian Kitchen - Knoxville

4.2

4.2 (929)

$30 and under

Italian

Knoxville

About the restaurant

Bravo Knoxville is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in Knoxville, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Knoxville is the place to eat in Knoxville, TN for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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JimB

Dined on Nov 22, 2024

Good menu followed with great service and consistently good food. One of our favorites.

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Popular dish

Lasagne

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