Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Knoxville

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Connors Steak & Seafood - Knoxville

4.9

4.9 (4310)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Knoxville

About the restaurant

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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LisaVIP

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Always great service and experience . It’s consistent every time the food is great

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

4.9

4.9 (3872)

$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.

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AndersonVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful food and perfect service. We were celebrating our anniversary and are returning tonight to celebrate my birthday.

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4.9

4.9 (1125)

$31 to $50

French

Knoxville

About the restaurant

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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AnuragVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Excellent as always. The food service and ambience was excelllent

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The Restaurant at RT Lodge

4.9

4.9 (1125)

$31 to $50

Southern

Maryville

About the restaurant

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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Leisa

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Wonderful evening!!!!! Service and food outstanding!!!

Copper Cellar (West)

4.8

4.8 (447)

$30 and under

American

Knoxville

About the restaurant

The classics of Copper Cellar have been refined over 40 years and offered in this West Knoxville fine-dining destination in a comfortable setting. From our steakhouse selections and premium seafood to our Award-Winning Sunday Brunch, the food is always special and delicious.
Cappuccino's side with Italian fare open Sunday - Saturday from 5pm - close. If Cappuccino's seating desired please note in special request box. If any questions, please call the restaurant.

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SteveVIP

Dined 4 days ago

It is a wonderful dining experience. Great food, great service and most of all great ambience. I know people often want the restaurant to be updated, but it is a bit of a time capsule to an era where dining was a bit more of an experience. It was a great loss when the Cumberland Avenue Copper Cellar Down Under was lost due to progress. We were young and we were there when the first two opened. I hope this one remains as it is, as long as I'm around. If so, I'll keep dining there!

Fleming's Steakhouse - Knoxville

4.7

4.7 (971)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Knoxville

About the restaurant

Your Knoxville Fleming's is located on Parkside Drive, in the Colonial Pinnacle Turkey Creek Shopping Plaza. Fleming's in Knoxville is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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Brian

Dined 2 days ago

Best restaurant in Knoxville, never had a bad experience and food always amazes me!

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Sliced Filet Mignon Sandwich

The Chop House - Sevierville

4.6

4.6 (1839)

$30 and under

Steak

Sevierville

About the restaurant

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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Lynn

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent meal and service, highly recommend! Went for a late lunch and they had several lunch specials.

The Melting Pot - Knoxville

4.1

4.1 (1920)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Knoxville

About the restaurant

For a dining experience you won't soon forget, travel into Knoxville Historical District of the Old City, where you will find the staple Melting Pot nestled on the end of Central Street. The Melting Pot of the Old City has been creating the perfect nights out for over twenty years and can't wait to celebrate with you. The Melting Pot offers a truly unique dining experience created by the art of fondue. The leisurely 4-course dining experience sets us apart from other restaurants, giving you and your family or friends the time to reconnect, laugh and enjoy each others company. Combine our delicious cheese fondues prepared table side, our fresh salads, and exquisite entrees, including choices of seafood, steak, poultry, and fresh local vegetables. Compliment your dining experience 4 course meal with one of our decadent chocolate fondues from Cacao-Trace farms. We proudly offer gluten-free dining options for all four courses and can accommodate most food allergies as well.

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Ryan

Dined 5 days ago

Everything outstanding. Manager Tristan and his staff were amazing in making our night memorable! Food and service always top notch!

Mimi's Cafe - Knoxville

4.0

4 (56)

$30 and under

American

Farragut

About the restaurant

Make any mealtime an event to savor. From sweet and savory breakfast dishes to mouthwatering entrées, crowd-pleasing to tempting desserts, every dish is made with care, just for you and your guests. Find exactly what you’re craving at Mimi’s.

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Jacob

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Best I can tell Mimi’s uses open table as a waitlist App rather than serving as a true reservation. Arrived at my reservation time only to be told there would be a 20 minute wait. Walk-ins and reservations were just placed on the same check in list and were called for seating in order of arrival - reservation or not.

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Experience

Chef Prepared 3 Course Meal - 11am to Close

Experience

Wine Wednesday-All Day

Calhoun's Bearden Hill

3.9

3.9 (79)

$30 and under

American

Bearden Hill

About the restaurant

Calhoun’s Bearden is located at 6515 Kingston Pike, very close to I-40/I-75 (Papermill Road Exit) in West Knoxville. This is the home of our custom-built, steam-heated microbrewery where we handcraft specialty beers to the taste of Tennesseans. The brewery’s copper kettles can easily be seen from most seating in this contemporary atmosphere. 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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Sherry

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

It was a most pleasant experience. The food was good and our server Blake was great. I don’t usually go to this location, but I will from now on.

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