Emilia

Name: Emilia
Address: 16 Market Square, Knoxville, TN, United States, 37902
Telephone: (865) 313-2472
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2076 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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Emilia is a full service restaurant located on Market Square in Downtown Knoxville. Chef Matt Gallaher serves a seasonal, contemporary Italian menu with an emphasis on handmade pasta, homemade bread, and ingredients from local purveyors.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(865) 313-2472
Website
http://www.emiliaknox.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt Gallaher
Catering
Chef Matt Gallaher has an extensive background in catering. From small dinners and large fundraising events to weddings, Chef Matt delivers a delicious and professional experience. Email info@knoxmason.com to customize your event menu and experience.
Private party facilities
We will provide exclusive use of Emilia for Private Events on Monday nights. Some other evenings may also be available. Email info@knoxmason.com for more info!

Location
16 Market Square Knoxville, TN 37902
Neighborhood
Knoxville
Cross street
Wall Ave
Parking details
Market Square Garage, Locust Street Garage, and State Street Garage.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Warm Castelvetrano Olives^$3.00
with Calabrian Chile, Garlic and Thyme
Artichoke Fritti*$8.00
Baby Artichoke Fritters with Lemon and Caper Aioli
Young Arugula Salad^$11.00
with Shaved Fennel, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Truffle and Lemon Citronette
House Pulled Mozzarella$14.00
with Georgia Olive Oil, Flaky Salt and Fresh Cracked Pepper with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Brown Butter Sage Croutons and Hazelnut Gremolata
Grilled Romaine Heart*$9.00
with Parmigiano-Reggiano, Oil Cured Olive and Herbed Bread Crumbs and Traditional Caesar Dressing
Steamed PEI Mussels$16.00
with Fennel, Garlic, White Wine, Chiles and Grilled Rustic Paysan Bread
Grilled Spanish Octopus^$16.00
Housemade N'duja Sausage, Cannellini Bean Puree, Lemon and Dressed Arugula

Secondi

Pan Roasted Sustainable Salmon^$26.00
with Creamy Cauliflower Purée, Cauliflower Caponata with Capers and Citrus Confitura
Pollo 'Al Mattone'^$24.00
Half Springer Mountain Farms Chicken Cooked 'under a brick' with a Castelvetrano Olive and Oregano Pan Sauce, Crispy Fingerling Potatoes and Salsa Verde
Pork 'Milanese'*$18.00
Thinly Pounded and Fried Pork Loin with Silky Pomodoro Sauce, Young Arugula, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Horseradish- Parsley Gremolata
Mitchell Family Farm Market Steak
Grass Fed and Grain Finished Beef from Blaine, TN with Seasonal Sides and Rich Beef Jus
- MP

House-Made Pasta

Any pasta dish can be made Celiac Friendly with gluten free penne pasta

Campanelle con Funghi e Pinoli$18.00
'Little Bells' Pasta with Roasted Mushrooms and Broccolini in a Creamy Pine Nut, Almond and Mushroom Broth with Toasted Pine Nuts
Slow Cooked Duck and Aged Arborio Risotto$26.00
Traditional Arborio Risotto with Slow Cooked Duck Leg Meat, Local Winter Squash, Pears, Charred Radicchio, Pistachios and Sage Crema
Cavatelli Ai Frutti di Mare$32.00
Prince Edward Island Mussels, Jumbo Shrimp and Market Fish in a Genovese Style Brodo of San Marzano Tomatoes with 'Little Caves' Pasta and Herbed Bread Crumbs
Fusilli Carbonara$19.00
Corkscrew Pasta with Benton's Bacon, Pecorino Romano, a Poached Windy Acres Farm Egg* and Parmigiano-Reggiano
Polenta And Meatballs Pomodoro$19.00
Creamy Shelton Farm Polenta with Traditional Meatballs, San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Pecorino Romano
Orecchiette with Ragu alla Bolognese$20.00
'Little Ears' Pasta with a Traditional Bolognese Sauce of Mitchell Farm Beef, Heritage Farm Pork and Strauss Veal with San Marzano Tomatoes and Pecorino Romano
Gnocchi Amatriciana$19.00
Hand Rolled Potato Dumplings with Traditional Amatriciana Sauce of House Cured Pork Jowl, Garlic, Chiles, San Marzano Tomatoes and Pecorino Romano

Contorni

Warm Housemade Focaccia$5.00
with Housemade Cruze Farm Ricotta, Georgia Olive Oil, Flaky Sea Salt and Fresh Cracked Pepper
Grilled Broccolini^$7.00
with Preserved Lemon, Garlic and Calabrian Chile
Roasted Beets with Pistachio Butter^$8.00
White Balsamic Vinaigrette and Toasted Pistachios
Roasted Brussels Sprouts^$8.00
with Benton's Bacon-Balsamic Vinaigrette and Toasted Hazelnuts

Drinks

House Wines (On Tap)

White
- Glass$7.00
- Carafe$35.00
Rosé
- Glass$7.00
- Carafe$35.00
Red
served slightly chilled
- Glass$7.00
- Carafe$35.00

Beer

Draft

Rotating Italian Beer$6.00
Highlands West Coast IPA (Asheville, NC)$6.00
Yee-Haw Dunkel (Johnson City, TN)$6.00

Bottle and Can

Dogfish Head 'Sea Quench' Session Sour (Milton, DE)$6.00
Miller Light (Milwaukee, WI)$3.50
Miller High Life (Milwaukee, WI)$2.50
Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA (Milton, DE)$6.00
Menebrea Bionda (Piedmont, IT)$6.00

Cocktails

St. Agrestis Spritz$12.00
A Canned Spritz Cocktail from Brooklyn, Served over ice with an Orange wheel
Ode To Kimball House$12.00
Uncle Val's Botanical Gin, Cocchi Americano, Castelvetrano Olive Brine, Orange Bitters & Lemon
Air Mail$13.00
Prosecco, Campesino Aged Rum, Local Honey Spiced with Calabrian Chili, Lime
Black Manhattan$13.00
Four Roses Bourbon, Averna, Bitters and a Luxardo Cherry
La Rosita$13.00
Maestro Dobel Reposado Tequila, Campari, Sweet and Dry Vermouth, Bitters and Orange
Sambuca Sazerac$12.00
Belle Meade Bourbon, Peychaud's Bitters, Sambuca Rinse & Lemon Twist

Sparkling, White, Rosé & Orange Wine

Moscato d'Asti 2019, Luigi Vico (Piedmont, IT)
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Prosecco NV, Il Faggeto (Veneto, IT)
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Gavi 2020, Villa Sparina (Piedmont, IT)
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$44.00
Fiano 2019, La Capranera (Campania, IT)
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$44.00
Pinot Grigio 2020, La Vis Dipinti (Trentino, IT)
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Chardonnay 2020, La Miraja (Piedmont, IT)
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Prosecco Superiore 'Col Fondo' 2019, Case Paolin (Veneto, IT)
- Bottle$74.00
Metodo Classico NV, Cesarini Sforza (Trentino, IT)
- Bottle$74.00
Franciacorta Brut 2016, Majolini (Lombardy, IT)
- Bottle$108.00
Franciacorta "Altèra" Brut Rosé NV, Majolini (Lombardy, IT)
- Bottle$120.00
Etna Rosato 2020, Murgo (Sicily, IT)
- Bottle$59.00
Soave Classico "Carbonare' 2018, Inama (Veneto, IT)
- Bottle$88.00
Secco Ca'Del Merlo 2015/2017, Quintarelli (Veneto, IT)
- Bottle$115.00
Pinot Grigio 2019, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$64.00
Terlaner 'Rarity' 2008, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$375.00
Pinot Bianco 'Vorberg Riserva' 2017, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$128.00
Sauvignon Blanc "Vette" 2020, San Leonardo (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$68.00
Timorasso 'Derthona' 2018, Vigneti Massa (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$78.00
Gewürztraminer 'Kastelaz 2019, Elena Walch (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$95.00
Friulano 2016, Roncus (Friuli, IT)
- Bottle$55.00
Ribolla Gialla 2017, Roncus (Friuli, IT)
- Bottle$95.00
Chardonnay 2018, Vie di Romans (Friuli, IT)
- Bottle$116.00
Bucce Bianco 'Orange Wine' 2019, Cardedu (Sardegna, IT)
- Bottle$60.00
Insolia & Grillo 'Orange Wine' 2020, COS (Sicily, IT)
- Bottle$95.00

Red Wine

Pinot Noir Prendo 2020, Wilhelm Waich (Alto Adige, IT)
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Nebbiolo 2019, Parusso (Piedmont, IT)
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Chianti Riserva "Alteo" 2018, Donna Laura (Tuscany, IT)
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$44.00
Aglianico 2020, La Capranera (Campania, IT)
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$44.00
Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Campe alle Comete (Bolgheri, IT)
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Lambrusco 'Il Grasparossa' 2019, Pederzana (Emilia Romagna, IT)
- Bottle$60.00
Negroamaro 'Riserva' 2017, Leone de Castris (Apulia, IT)
- Bottle$58.00
Nerello Mascelese 'Munjebel 2016, Cornelissen (Sicily, IT)
- Bottle$165.00
Etna Rosso 2017, Terra Costantino (Sicily, IT)
- Bottle$72.00
Alicante Arundo' 2015, Meridio (Sicily, IT)
- Bottle$125.00
Pelaverga "Speziale" 2019, Alessandria (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$80.00
Valpolicella Ripasso 2018, Remo Farina (Veneto, IT)
- Bottle$48.00
Cabernet Franc 2018, Villa Varda (Fruili, IT)
- Bottle$53.00
Cannonau 'Riserva' 2017, Pala (Sardegna, IT)
- Bottle$84.00
Barbera d'Asti 'Ca' di Pian 2016, La Spinetta (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle (375ml)$47.00
Barbera d'Asti 'Tre Vigne' 2019, Vietti (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$65.00
Barbera d'Alba 2020, Massolino (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$84.00
Fumin 'Vigne Merletta' 2012, Gros Jean (Vallée D'Aoste, IT)
- Bottle$95.00
Dolcetto d'Alba "Barturot" 2016, Ca'Viola (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$69.00
Chianti Classico "Vallenuova" 2018, Tolaini (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$80.00
Rosso di Montalcino 2018, Donatella Cinelli Colombini (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$80.00
Pinot Noir 2019, Adriano (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$72.00
Pinot Noir 'Ludwig' 2017, Elena Walch (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$130.00
Cab Sauv & Merlot 'Terre' 2016, San Leonardo (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle (1.5 L)$128.00
Spanna 2017, Vallana (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$78.00
Ghemme 2015, Mazzoni (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$88.00
Nebbiolo Colline Novaresi "Valplazza' 2018, Rovellotti (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle (1.5 L)$145.00
Aglianico "Ognostro' 2018, Marco Tinessa (Campania, IT)
- Bottle$157.00
Barbaresco 'Tufoblu' 2014, Col dei Venti (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$119.00
Barbaresco 'Starderi' 2013, La Spinetta (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$225.00
Barbaresco 2016, Gaja (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$395.00
Barolo 2017, Vietti (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle (375ml)$85.00
Barolo 'Rocche di Castiglione' 2017, Oddero (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$264.00
Barolo 2016, Eraldo Viberti (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$169.00
Barolo 'Riserva' 2005, Eraldo Viberti (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$272.00
Barolo 'Sottocastello di Novello' 2015, Ca'Viola (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$172.00
Barolo 2011, Marchesi di Barolo (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$188.00
Barolo 2016, Luigi Vico (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$220.00
Barolo 'Garretti' 2015, La Spinetta (Piedmont, IT)
- Bottle$172.00
Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Fanti (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$120.00
Brunello di Montalcino 2015, Donatella Cinelli Colombini (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$169.00
Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Casanova di Neri (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$188.00
Brunello di Montalcino 'Pianrosso' 2016, Ciacci Piccolomini (Tucany, IT)
- Bottle$264.00
Brunello di Montalcino 2014, Gaja (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$266.00
Brunello di Montalcino 2009, Biondi-Santi (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$640.00
Palistorti di Valgiano 2018, Valgiano (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$116.00
Lagrein "Gries' 2017, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)
- Bottle$97.00
Cabernet Sauvignon "Valdisanti" 2018, Tolaini (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$96.00
Rosso 'dott. Palazzolo' 2018, Ronco del Gnemiz (Friuli)
- Bottle$240.00
Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, LEGIT (Tuscany, IT)
- Bottle$130.00
Sassicaia 2018, Marchesi Incisa della Rocchetta (Bolgheri Sassicaia, IT)
- Bottle$695.00
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Maladrino: 2019 Cataldi Madonna (Abruzzo, IT)
- Bottle$68.00
Valpolicella Superiore 2014, Quintarelli (Veneto, IT)
- Bottle$298.00
Valpolicella Superiore 2015, dal Forno (Veneta, IT)
- Bottle$288.00
Amarone della Valpolicella 2015, l'Arco (Veneto, IT)
- Bottle$272.00

What 2,076 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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SeanC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall1food1service3ambience3
I heard good reviews about the place so gave it a try The pasta was not cooked it was hard not soft The service was OK, they asked if we wanted change it but the feeling had gone very poor food for an Italian Shame as looking forward to the meal on a birthday as well
MO
MONTYW
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall2food2service2ambience3
I ordered the duck risotto it arrived with virtually no duck at all. We were not serve bread or anything else with the meal. I thought it was very poorly prepared the risotto wasn’t done properly I would never recommend this restaurant
OT
OpenTable Diner
Greensboro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
If I could give Emilia more than 5 stars I would, came to Knoxville for a weekend getaway, couldn’t get enough the first time dining we decided to dine twice in one weekend. Would recommend Emilia to anyone visiting Knoxville, the service was tremendous and the food was amazing.
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meganb
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dining experience and food was outstanding!
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EXOR
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was A+++++. Our server was good, but we were expecting more on the service level. Food either way surpass all our expectations. Best carbonara EVER!
OT
OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend and I went to Emilia for his birthday and absolutely loved it! Excellent, prompt service, delicious food, and lovely atmosphere. He had the steak, I had the bolognese, and we shared the focaccia. Perfectly portioned and divine flavor.
BK
BenK
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing pasta and wine! Delicious desert and nice options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free/allergies. Cannot wait to go back!
BD
BennyD
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress Valerie was excellent and attentive. Great decor and vibe. A very well thought out menu with great food that was “on point” and super fresh. We will definitely return!
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Nate
Nashville
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the service and food were great. We thoroughly enjoyed it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service by the wait staff at the bar! We love this place!
BS
BrianS
E. Tennessee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food, our server "Becca" was very helpful and friendly. We'll certainly go back.
MW
MeredithW
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The gnocchi was delicious as always, and the server so personable. My favorite place!
TN
TNGator
Cincinnati
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
While the food was prepared well & presented in a great presentation, we've had similar menu items done with larger portions and less expensive. Good meal, but not sure we'd return.
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Nadine
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic meal, and our server did a great job (even after admitting from the start that it was her third day on the job!). Emilia is one of the best restaurants in Knoxville!
JK
JenK
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such great service and the food was outstanding.
BH
BillyH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great Food! Our table was catching the evening sun, so one of our guest was fighting that. However the food and service were great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and our meal second to none! One of our favorite restaurants in Knoxville
MB
MichelleB
E. Tennessee
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a lovely Mother’s Day dinner at Emilia! Pretty, quiet restaurant with great service and delicious food. My Italian husband approves! :) We will be back!
GW
GinaW
E. Tennessee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and just delicious! Service was great too!
DM
DebbieM
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and wonderful food! Thoroughly enjoyed our evening!
SB
ShawnB
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious polenta and meatballs. Great service. Nice atmosphere. Will be back soon.
DC
DominicC
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing little restaurant. This was a great experience. Loved the food and setting. The food was amazing as well as the wine and service. Very very pleased with this experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous waitress named Sarah that made our anniversary dinner relaxed and care free
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Vanessa
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was a great visit. Great apps and mains! We had 7 in our party and they were kind enough to let us realize that we were closing the place down (oops!) without intruding on our pleasure. We figured it out eventually, but were grateful for the staff's patience!
MP
MariaP
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The next best thing to authentic Italian food. Great service and atmosphere. Food was excellent!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall2food1service5ambience3
Food was very unsatisfactory except for the gelato. Carolina was fantastic too bad she’s leaving.
HP
HeatherP
E. Tennessee
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Everything we had was very good. Service was attentive without feeling rushed. Great date night spot.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fantastic service from the staff at Emilia. The food was exceptional as were the drinks. I will definitely be returning.
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Droopy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time diner. Excellent experience. Attentive and knowledgable waitress.
CC
CCCH
E. Tennessee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We had a lovely time. We were seated by the kitchen which was a bit distracting and not my favorite but we had a great time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely atmosphere. Our meals were delicious and flavorful. Emelia’s is a “must” if you are visiting Knoxville. A real gem.
AS
AmyS
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The focaccia is some of the best I’ve had. The butterscotch dessert was amazing and makes me want to go back soon.
RC
RyanC
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just a great experience - will go back in the near future!
EF
ElaineF
Pittsburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
Service was friendly and fast. My pasta dish did not have any past and was bland. A little disappointed.
LF
LoraF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our third visit since they opened and we will be back with our family and friends.
LB
LauraB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fantastic-really loved the foccacia with fresh ricotta appetizer. Generous portions of pasta and both of our meals were really delicous and fresh. You can tell they really put a lot into their food. Our server Sarah was also wonderful and super kind. Service was well paced as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Still a favorite!
J
Jenna
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Fabulous but pricey wine selection. Great appetizers, service, atmosphere. I ordered the steak special and it was outright burnt, as was the broccolini side with it (couldn’t taste anything but charcoal). Pasta is homemade and those who ordered that loved it. Great dessert too.
ME
MikeE
E. Tennessee
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and excellent service
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
After reading many reviews that this was the best restaurant in Knoxville, we booked one of the last tables they had for the night. We had zero expectations going in, just hoped the food was good. The food was delicious! Except our meal came out warm and warm/cold. My husband is a vegetarian and for his meal, he ordered a side salad, Brussel sprouts, and broccolini. Unfortunately the Brussel sprouts were cold, we were told by 2 staff that the kitchen was bringing us another dish - this never showed up, 15min later the manager came by and asked what the issue was with the Brussels sprouts, we told him, and he looked incredulous at my husband because we ate them - a new dish didn’t show up for over 15min. My pasta was cold and the egg white was runny, but all in all, the food had a quality in taste factor. Just wish the service was better. The entire wait staff seemed so stressed and they were not allowed to be helpful without consulting with the manager first (who was always busy). Becca was our server and she was very charming.

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Emilia is rated 4.8 stars by 2076 OpenTable diners.

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16 Market Square Knoxville, TN 37902

Additional information

Cross street
Wall Ave
Neighborhood
Knoxville
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Market Square Garage, Locust Street Garage, and State Street Garage.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Gallaher
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.emiliaknox.com/
Phone number
(865) 313-2472
Catering
Chef Matt Gallaher has an extensive background in catering. From small dinners and large fundraising events to weddings, Chef Matt delivers a delicious and professional experience. Email info@knoxmason.com to customize your event menu and experience.
Private party facilities
We will provide exclusive use of Emilia for Private Events on Monday nights. Some other evenings may also be available. Email info@knoxmason.com for more info!

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Grilled Romaine Heart

Fusilli Carbonara

Artichoke Fritti

Antipasti

Warm Castelvetrano Olives^$3.00

Artichoke Fritti*$8.00

Young Arugula Salad^$11.00

House Pulled Mozzarella$14.00

Grilled Romaine Heart*$9.00

Steamed PEI Mussels$16.00

Grilled Spanish Octopus^$16.00

Secondi

Pan Roasted Sustainable Salmon^$26.00

Pollo 'Al Mattone'^$24.00

Pork 'Milanese'*$18.00

Mitchell Family Farm Market Steak

House-Made Pasta

Campanelle con Funghi e Pinoli$18.00

Slow Cooked Duck and Aged Arborio Risotto$26.00

Cavatelli Ai Frutti di Mare$32.00

Fusilli Carbonara$19.00

Polenta And Meatballs Pomodoro$19.00

Orecchiette with Ragu alla Bolognese$20.00

Gnocchi Amatriciana$19.00

Contorni

Warm Housemade Focaccia$5.00

Grilled Broccolini^$7.00

Roasted Beets with Pistachio Butter^$8.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts^$8.00

Drinks

House Wines (On Tap)

White

Rosé

Red

Beer

Draft

Rotating Italian Beer$6.00

Highlands West Coast IPA (Asheville, NC)$6.00

Yee-Haw Dunkel (Johnson City, TN)$6.00

Bottle and Can

Dogfish Head 'Sea Quench' Session Sour (Milton, DE)$6.00

Miller Light (Milwaukee, WI)$3.50

Miller High Life (Milwaukee, WI)$2.50

Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA (Milton, DE)$6.00

Menebrea Bionda (Piedmont, IT)$6.00

Cocktails

St. Agrestis Spritz$12.00

Ode To Kimball House$12.00

Air Mail$13.00

Black Manhattan$13.00

La Rosita$13.00

Sambuca Sazerac$12.00

Sparkling, White, Rosé & Orange Wine

Moscato d'Asti 2019, Luigi Vico (Piedmont, IT)

Prosecco NV, Il Faggeto (Veneto, IT)

Gavi 2020, Villa Sparina (Piedmont, IT)

Fiano 2019, La Capranera (Campania, IT)

Pinot Grigio 2020, La Vis Dipinti (Trentino, IT)

Chardonnay 2020, La Miraja (Piedmont, IT)

Prosecco Superiore 'Col Fondo' 2019, Case Paolin (Veneto, IT)

Metodo Classico NV, Cesarini Sforza (Trentino, IT)

Franciacorta Brut 2016, Majolini (Lombardy, IT)

Franciacorta "Altèra" Brut Rosé NV, Majolini (Lombardy, IT)

Etna Rosato 2020, Murgo (Sicily, IT)

Soave Classico "Carbonare' 2018, Inama (Veneto, IT)

Secco Ca'Del Merlo 2015/2017, Quintarelli (Veneto, IT)

Pinot Grigio 2019, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)

Terlaner 'Rarity' 2008, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)

Pinot Bianco 'Vorberg Riserva' 2017, Terlano (Alto Adige, IT)

Sauvignon Blanc "Vette" 2020, San Leonardo (Alto Adige, IT)

Timorasso 'Derthona' 2018, Vigneti Massa (Piedmont, IT)

Gewürztraminer 'Kastelaz 2019, Elena Walch (Alto Adige, IT)

Friulano 2016, Roncus (Friuli, IT)

Ribolla Gialla 2017, Roncus (Friuli, IT)

Chardonnay 2018, Vie di Romans (Friuli, IT)

Bucce Bianco 'Orange Wine' 2019, Cardedu (Sardegna, IT)