Restaurants near Citico Recreation Area

63 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Restaurant at RT Lodge

4.9

Exceptional(1021)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Maryville

Booked 10 times today

Expect something you won’t see many other places—even at the most sophisticated hospitality destinations in the world. Your meals at The Restaurant at RT Lodge are uniquely your own. Every aspect of your meal is important to us. We shape our menus on the changing bounty of each season, with the freshest ingredients sourced from local farms and the best providers. Experience favorites such as our Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Housemade Charcuterie. After dinner, enjoy coffee and complimentary s'mores around the fire pit while being surrounded by gorgeous landscape and all the quiet sounds of Maryville College Woods.

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2. Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(3430)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Knoxville

Booked 42 times today

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.

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3. Connors Steak & Seafood - Knoxville

4.9

Exceptional(3871)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Knoxville

Booked 78 times today

We specialize in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more. Connors Steak & Seafood first opened their doors to the diners at the new Turkey Creek shopping center in Knoxville, TN. Combining a high quality menu with a comfortable atmosphere, Connors quickly became a favorite with fellow Knoxvillians. The rich, wood interiors, warm fireplaces, and "guest-obsessed" service continues to this day, and in 2011 Connors was recognized in the "Best Steak" category of the 2011 Metro Pulse Best of Knoxville publication. Connors Steak & Seafood is Knoxville, TN is AAA 3 Diamond Rated.

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4. Northshore Brasserie

4.9

Exceptional(1026)

Price: Expensive

• French • Knoxville

Booked 7 times today

Northshore Brasserie is a family owned, full-service restaurant and bar serving French Belgian cuisine in a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere. Over the last decade, we have become a Knoxville favorite known for hearty delicious food, and outstanding service. For dinner, we specialize in Brasserie classics, such as: steak frites, mussels, roast chicken, fresh seafood, and handmade pastas. We also take advantage of local produce and meats to create in season specials. Our bar has a vibrant, unpretentious atmosphere where locals and out-of-towners gather to enjoy craft cocktails, Belgian beers, and a selection of wines from around the world.

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5. Tupelo Honey - Knoxville

4.7

Exceptional(2495)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Knoxville

Booked 95 times today

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.

6. STIR - Knoxville

4.7

Exceptional(573)

Price: Expensive

• American • Knoxville

Booked 83 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters, enjoy a night out, or meet for lunch. Located in the heart of Old City, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Great food starts with fresh, local ingredients. Our kitchen prepares everything from scratch, and our signature raw bar is stocked with fresh oysters and seasonal seafood. STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure. We welcome Knoxville to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality

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7. The Dining Room at Snowbird Mountain Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(38)

Price: Moderate

• American • Robbinsville

Booked 5 times today

Part of what makes Snowbird Mountain Lodge so special is our on-site dining and beverage program and we're excited to now share the experience with non-hotel guests!Whether you're just stopping through, local to the area or staying nearby, join us at the top of the mountain for a four course dinner, featuring seasonally inspired soups, appetizers, entrees and desserts.Dinner served nightly; advanced reservations required, based on availability. To-go lunches also available.Our menus focus on seasonal, high-quality fresh local ingredients. The staff artfully provides exemplary table-side service, with an impressive knowledge of Southern cuisine and world-class wine. We're proud to partner with trusted, independent farmers, craft breweries, and food producers to source delicious and clean meals to your table

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8. Wilder at Windy Hill Farm and Preserve

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4.8

Exceptional(40)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Loudon

Booked 1 time today

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.Dinner at WilderFour-course dining experience offered Thursday - Saturday $85/person. Bistro Menu offered Friday and Saturday for an à la carte menu. Reservations recommended. Sunday BrunchEach Sunday, starting at 10 am, join us for brunch. Enjoy garden-fresh dishes on an à la carte menu $35/person.20% service fee assessed on all charges. Additional tipping optional. Limited reservations are offered nightly. Non-alcoholic beverages included.

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9. Chesapeake's West Knoxville

4.8

Exceptional(1567)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Knoxville

Booked 10 times today

Chesapeake’s West derives much of its authentic Eastern Shore qualities from décor that features genuine nautical antiques and artifacts. Pairing this cozy, seaside ambiance with welcoming service and fresh ingredients has made it the perfect spot for creating memorable moments.As part of the Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants, we offer fresh seafood that’s sourced daily, local, handcrafted microbrews, an extensive wine list and prime-graded beef. We are known for live Maine lobster, Maryland Crab cakes, a variety of fresh fish, and assorted oyster selection.Chesapeake’s features a raw bar, Sunday brunch, and happy hour in the bar/lounge. Full menus — including gluten free options are available and can be enjoyed on our patio. Free onsite parking and a courtesy shuttle is available for local hotels.Whether you come for the food, the drinks, or the atmosphere, you’re in for an unforgettable experience.Buffet only on Easter, Mother's & Father's Days, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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10. The Chop House - W. Knoxville

4.8

Exceptional(1533)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Knoxville

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to The Chop House® restaurants, where we strive to provide each guest with friendly service in an inviting environment. Our service and our food is guaranteed!Established in 1992 by Mike Connor with the help of family and friends, The Chop House® has become one of the premier casual restaurant concepts in the Southeast, with 12 locations spread across 4 states.Our number one goal is to provide a superior dining experience to every guest. We do this by providing guest-obsessed service and generous portions of delicious food using the freshest ingredients.

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Drew
East Tennessee •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing service. Food was good, but not as incredible as others had made it out to be. Some of the best service I’ve had in years!
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Tupelo Honey - KnoxvillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Knoxville
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4.7
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Miranda
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We were alittle late due to not being able to locate the restaurant, but with the help of the staff we were able to get there and they waited for us so we were able to experience our anniversary with them. Very welcoming! The food is 5 stars. Literally makes your taste buds dance!
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Dancing Bear Appalachian BistroPrice: Very Expensive• American• Knoxville
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4.9
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East Tennessee •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous food, service and ambience! Our server Jody was amazing! Every dish we were served was a culinary delight! And the smores by the firepit afterwards were divine! Felt like we had traveled too a mountain getaway but right in our backyard. Such a gem for Blount county!
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The Restaurant at RT LodgePrice: Expensive• Southern• Maryville
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4.9
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Vilimvip
East Tennessee •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Outstanding as usual. Very accomodating, great food and drinks, great service. This time it was a business dinner. Never been disappointed! Will continue coming back.
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Northshore BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Knoxville
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4.9
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Dianne
East Tennessee •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food is always good - have never had a bad experience when eating at Conners. This is one of my top 3 ‘go-to’ places.
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Connors Steak & Seafood - KnoxvillePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Knoxville
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4.9

Restaurants near Citico Recreation Area

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63 restaurants available nearby

1. The Restaurant at RT Lodge

2. Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

3. Connors Steak & Seafood - Knoxville

4. Northshore Brasserie

5. Tupelo Honey - Knoxville

6. STIR - Knoxville

7. The Dining Room at Snowbird Mountain Lodge

8. Wilder at Windy Hill Farm and Preserve

9. Chesapeake's West Knoxville

10. The Chop House - W. Knoxville

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