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Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in East Tennessee

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in East Tennessee? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

4.9

4.9 (3882)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Thanks to everyone for helping me with a surprise dinner. Dillon was very gracious, kind, and helpful andI and my fellow diners were so pleased with our delicious meals. Everything was perfect.

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Grilled Filet Mignon

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Artisan Cheese Board

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Smoked Trout Cakes

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The Restaurant at RT Lodge

4.9

4.9 (1127)

$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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Katrina

Dined 3 days ago

The staff here really went above and beyond for our anniversary. I was incredibly touched, and very happy with our experience there. Good and service were outstanding, we will definitely be returning! Thank you so much!

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Wilder at Windy Hill Farm and Preserve

4.9

4.9 (100)

$50 and over

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.

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

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

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

Oysters and Shrimp & Grits were great starters. Sirloin and Elk chop excellent main dish selections

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Dinner at Wilder

Five-Course Tasting Menu

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Knoxville

4.8

4.8 (2474)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Knoxville

About the restaurant

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Knoxville, TN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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Dishon

Dined today

Everything was on point from when we got there and got swayed our waitress was EXCELLENT !!!! Even the waiters that helped her

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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 7 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!

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4.7

4.7 (3944)

$31 to $50

Steak

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Hennen's is an upscale yet casual restaurant specializing in fresh seafood and certified Angus steaks, using the freshest local ingredients available...

Hennen's is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, next to the Tennessee Aquarium, IMAX Theater & within walking distance of several area hotels.
An elegant ambiance is centered around the 2,400 bottle wine cellar located in the middle of the main dining area.
Hennen's also features a full bar, patio dining and dedicated private dining room.

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Jay

Dined 1 day ago

Great downtown location. Service was excellent and the meals were outstanding. Highly recommend if you are downtown Chattanooga for any reason.

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Delmonico Ribeye

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Petit Filet Mignon Oscar

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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 5 days ago

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

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Petite Filet Mignon

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Sliced Filet Mignon Sandwich

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Main Filet Mignon

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The Melting Pot- Gatlinburg

4.6

4.6 (1650)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Gatlinburg

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot sits on the second level of Taco Trail and overlooks the Parkway in Downtown Gatlinburg. Watch the passersby and take in the Gatlinburg skyline, or choose one of our more romantic and intimate tables. Whether you're craving a duet of cheese and chocolate fondue or want to experience all four courses, we've got you covered.

If you're looking to try something new during your next visit to the Smokies, we encourage you to visit The Melting Pot. We are the premier restaurant in Gatlinburg for celebrating a special occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, wedding, anniversary, a long overdue date night or simply just spending an evening in Gatlinburg, let us make your special occasion even more sweet.

***Party sizes larger than 11 please call the restaurant directly

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Stephanie

Dined 2 days ago

It’s been along time since we have been. We had the cheese and chocolate it was very good!

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Chocolate Double Dippers

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Pure Chocolate Fondue

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Sparkling Chocolate

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Company Chattanooga

4.6

4.6 (104)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Come see us for our new seasonal shareable menu, featuring wagyu sliders, hummus stuffed endives, and warm pimento cheese dip just to name a few.

Join us in Chattanooga's only true Speakeasy for Classic & Modern Craft Cocktails, accented by an exceptional Food Menu. Come discover us behind our hidden entrance in the Kinley Hotel.

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Tammy

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Always an excellent experience. Great drinks Great service

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Chattanooga

4.5

4.5 (2507)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

The Ruth’s Chris tradition of custom-aged, USDA prime steaks, served with the signature sizzle and legendary hospitality, thrives in Chattanooga. Start your unforgettable dining experience with the signature Shrimp Remoulade, featuring chilled jumbo shrimp and a classic Creole house-made dressing. For your entree, indulge in an extraordinary cut of steak such as the tender, juicy Filet or a classic New York Strip. If it’s seafood you fancy, indulge in a fresh Maine lobster. Unwind with a selection from the award-winning wine list and enjoy the warm and inviting dining room atmosphere, and you’ll quickly be reminded why the Ruth’s Chris brand is synonymous with refined taste, exceptional service, and top notch cuisine.

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Paige

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Alex was a wonderful server. The food was delicious.

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