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What Are the Best Restaurants in Knoxville, TN?

Our favorite Knoxville restaurants include The Kennedy on Gay Street, Stock & Barrel on Market Square, Southern Grit in the Old City, Connors Steak & Seafood in Turkey Creek, Elkmont Station in Farragut and Point B on Ebenezer Road. For local-only picks, we like Country Burrito in Hardin Valley, Gourmet's Market & Café and Matt Robbs Biscuits downtown.

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