Restaurants Near Knoxville Museum of Art

Restaurants Near Knoxville Museum of Art

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The Knoxville Museum of Art is located in the eastern region of Knoxville near the University of Tennessee. Founded in 1961, the museum houses some of the world's most famous contemporary art, including collections from Charles Burchfield, Joseph Delaney and Loretta Lux. The museum does not have an on-site cafeteria, so visitors may find these local restaurants attractive.

Macleod's

Macleod's is located one mile away from the Knoxville Museum of Art along Cumberland Avenue. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Guests can expect awesome drink specials during happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. Menu items include chicken fettuccini, baby back ribs, grilled shrimp and the restaurant's signature dish, Macleod's Super Club Sandwich. The atmosphere of the restaurant is relaxed and the dress code is casual.

Macleod's
1931 Cumberland Ave.
Knoxville, TN 37916-2907
(865) 546-2103
macleodspub.com

Butcher Shop Steakhouse

The Butcher Shop Steakhouse is located across the street from the Knoxville Museum of Art. For over 20 years, this restaurant has served hickory-smoked open-pit barbeque and steaks. Entrée items include Atlantic salmon, grilled pork chops and grilled skewered shrimp. The restaurant has several steak dishes from six-ounce filet mignon to 25-ounce T-bones. Reservations are recommended for large parties. The atmosphere is casual and so is the dress code. Jackets are not necessary.

Butcher Shop Steakhouse
806 Worlds Fair Park Dr.
Knoxville, TN 37902-1908
(865) 637-0204
butchershopknoxville.com

Chesapeake's

Located within walking distance of the Knoxville Museum of Art, Chesapeake's is one of Knoxville's premier seafood establishments. The restaurant has an Eastern Shore atmosphere represented by genuine nautical artifacts and antiques. At Chesapeake's, visitors can expect more than just a fine-dining experience; the restaurant offers a 30s-style retro bar, a guest lounge, complimentary wireless Internet and a courtyard patio. Daily menu specials include Maryland crab cakes, live Maine lobster and fresh-fried oysters. With two banquet rooms, Chesapeake's is well prepared to accommodate dinner parties of up to 40 guests. Call for reservations.

Chesapeake's
500 Henley St.
Knoxville, TN 37902-2802
(865) 673-3433
calhouns.com

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