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Calhoun’s Oak Ridge, Oak Ridge, TN

Calhoun’s Oak Ridge

4.7
4.7
85 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
Located along the banks of Melton Hill lake, Calhoun’s Oak Ridge sits along the beautiful Oak Ridge greenway with every seat in the restaurant offering a view of the water. This location is accessible by boat, has a a covered outdoor dining patio as well as seating around the fire pit with a panoramic view of Melton Hill Lake. 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Burgers
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (865) 685-0850
  • Website
    https://calhouns.com/menus-and-locations/oak-ridge/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

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What 85 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • East Tennessee

    Good for groups

  • East Tennessee

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East Tennessee

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East Tennessee

    Great for scenic views

  • Knoxville

    Best Service

  • Knoxville

    Best Value

  • Knoxville

    Great for brunch

  • Knoxville

    Good for groups

  • Knoxville

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Knoxville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Knoxville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Calhoun's Oak Ridge offers "fantastic food and service" with breathtaking views of Melton Lake, making it ideal for family gatherings. While service can be inconsistent, the prime rib and Southern salad are highlights. Guests rave about the attentive staff and the "always great food," ensuring a memorable dining experience.

85 Reviews

  1. Jack

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal and best service we’ve had there in two years. Really enjoyed it.

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  2. Grant

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tammy is a spectacularly great server! She is super attentive and so fast. She reminds me of a football quarterback continually glancing for an open receiver, looking at each of her tables!

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  3. Stacey

    Nashville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This would have been 5 stars, but our 445pm reservation wasn't Seated until 6pm. The food was excellent, the service was great and we reserved for next year on our way out. The delay getting Seated was apparently uncharacteristic, but frustrating nonetheless.

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  4. Julie

    E. Tennessee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good meal for Thanksgiving. We go every year. Thank you.

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  5. Gay

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    All food on the buffet was cold. We go there when they opened and the buffet looked awesome. BUT nothin warm. our hole party would have loved to microwave our plates. Not a good meal for $40. Disappointing Thanksgiving.

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  6. Jesse

    E. Tennessee

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Jacob took wonderful care of us and our meal was great.

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  7. David

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service! We’ve never had a bad meal here.

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  8. MaryGrace

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always perfect! A perfect ballgame weekend tradition!

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  9. Andrea

    West Palm Beach

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Met by friendly hostess and had a great server. Lots on drink and food menu. Enjoyed our tequila old fashion immensely and had a very tasty large southern fried chicken salad. Had to take half home as plentiful! Spouse chicken was good but said it was just on par.

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  10. Chaz

    Charleston

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love the food here, service is usually great and the view is amazing

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FAQs

Calhoun’s Oak Ridge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (865) 685-0850.

Calhoun’s Oak Ridge is rated 4.7 stars by 85 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Calhoun’s Oak Ridge

100 Melton Lake Peninsula, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Additional information

  • Area
    Oak Ridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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