Lonesome Dove - Knoxville

4.8

1991 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Great for creative cocktails

Chef & Owner Tim Love has designed a menu influenced by all of the ingredients and cultures that have been a part of the West since the first adventure began on the Goodnight-Loving and Chisholm Trails — with an added level of modern sophistication. Items on the Lonesome Dove Western Bistro menu range from an inventive selection of steaks and seafood to dishes such as Wagyu Tomahawk, Buffalo Ribeye, Wild Boar, and Rabbit & Rattlesnake Sausage. Tim Love has received numerous awards and accolades from the likes of The New York Times, Wine Spectator, Food & Wine, Zagat, Southern Living, Esquire, and more. Tim Love is known for celebrating the food and culture of the American West and adding an elegant, modern twist.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wild Game
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(865) 999-5251
Website
http://www.lonesomedoveknoxville.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Tim Love/Chef de Cuisine Jason Scott
Catering
Please visit: www.timlovecatering.com for more information.
Private party facilities
The Lonesome Dove Western Bistro's Sullivan Ballroom is an intimate venue for special occasions and private events, overlooking the Historic Old City in an industrial, modern atmosphere. The Social Dove offers an outdoor setting for private events in the Old City with a full stage for live music and a private outdoor bar.

Location
100 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
Area
Knoxville
Cross Street
Jackson Ave
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Bison GnocchiUS$91.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Elk LoinUS$63.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Rainbow TroutUS$44.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Pork ChopsUS$53.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
ScallopsUS$44.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Chile RellenoUS$38.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Extra GBG ButterUS$3.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Side DemiUS$10.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Rabbit RavioliUS$41.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Lamb ChopsUS$62.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
RedfishUS$45.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00

Hand Cut Steaks

Prime Wagyu NY StripUS$90.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
Tomahawk SET PRICEUS$195.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00

Shareable Sides

Burnt CarrotsUS$10.00
Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$14.00
Truffle Mac n CheeseUS$14.00
Yukon Gold MashUS$12.00
French FriesUS$12.00
Grilled AsparagusUS$15.00
Roasted MushroomsUS$18.00
GnocchiUS$14.00
Extra SauceUS$2.00

Desserts

ChurrosUS$12.00
Ancho Chile Chocolate CakeUS$12.00
Tuaca FlanUS$12.00
Cheesecake JarsUS$12.00
A La ModeUS$6.00
CheesecakeUS$12.00
Cake Cutting FeeUS$25.00

Holiday Menu

QuailUS$9.00
SquashUS$35.00
ShankUS$53.00
TurduckenUS$57.00
TruffleUS$14.00

What 1,991 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lonesome Dove - Knoxville offers a truly "amazing experience" with its "phenomenal" and creative menu featuring wild game dishes like bison ribeye and elk sliders. The service is "impeccable," and the atmosphere is both warm and inviting. Perfect for special occasions, this restaurant promises a memorable dining experience with every visit.

1,991 Reviews

P
Patrick
VIP
E. Tennessee
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Meat was great as it always is however I thought it was too fatty
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paul
Richmond
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Foods were good but the fish I had was way over salted.
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Angelo
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and amazing service. Unique menu and great dishes!
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David
VIP
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Do not sleep on the elk sliders. The rabbit-rattlesnake sausage was mighty tasty as well. Everything was great, all the way through the churro dessert. I dig it.
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Kelly
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I can’t remember our waiter’s name but he was amazing! The place was decorated beautifully and the food was amazing
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Jason
VIP
E. Tennessee
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. This place has a menu of things you won’t find anywhere else. All cooked to perfection in a professional atmosphere. Highly recommended!
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FaleriaD
E. Tennessee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and Shelby was a delightful server. I have food allergies and she was very thorough in advising me as to what to stay away from. Overall experience was wonderful.
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Matt
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience, service, and food were all top notch. It was a perfect setting to celebrate our wedding.
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Tyler
E. Tennessee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance at Lonesome Dove is always unmatched. The service was prompt, informative, and friendly. Not only were the courses delicious and beautifully presented, each dish surpassed expectation. The overall experience was immaculate.
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Jason
VIP
Memphis/West TN
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I found out about this restaurant the other day and wanted to try it for brunch. The building is from the late 1800s. It has been converted into a western boutique restaurant. The menu is very eclectic, but I went specifically for the 16 ounce prime rib that was only $20. I can say it was one of the best prime ribs I’ve ever had. And the value was amazing our server, Jake, did an excellent job of advising us about the menu. It was an excellent server as well. I highly recommend this restaurant not only for brunch But for dinner.
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100 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Jackson Ave
Area
Knoxville
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wild Game
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tim Love/Chef de Cuisine Jason Scott
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.lonesomedoveknoxville.com/
Phone number
(865) 999-5251
Catering
Please visit: www.timlovecatering.com for more information.
Private party facilities
The Lonesome Dove Western Bistro's Sullivan Ballroom is an intimate venue for special occasions and private events, overlooking the Historic Old City in an industrial, modern atmosphere. The Social Dove offers an outdoor setting for private events in the Old City with a full stage for live music and a private outdoor bar.

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Tuaca Flan

Blue Crab Cakes

Ancho Chile Chocolate Cake

Fettine

Fettine SingleUS$14.00

Fettine DuoUS$18.00

Fettine TrioUS$24.00

Fist Course

Rabbit Rattlesnake SausageUS$6.00

Lobster HushpuppiesUS$8.00

Hamachi TostadaUS$7.00

Blue Crab CakesUS$11.00

Wood Fired OystersUS$5.00

Elk-Foie Gras SlidersUS$11.00

Boar RibsUS$18.00

Second Course

Bowl of Texas RedUS$12.00

Butter LettuceUS$15.00

Baby Gem LettuceUS$15.00

Baby KaleUS$16.00

Main Course

Bison GnocchiUS$91.00

Elk LoinUS$63.00

Rainbow TroutUS$44.00

Pork ChopsUS$53.00

ScallopsUS$44.00

Chile RellenoUS$38.00

Extra GBG ButterUS$3.00

Side DemiUS$10.00

Rabbit RavioliUS$41.00

Lamb ChopsUS$62.00

RedfishUS$45.00

Hand Cut Steaks

Prime Wagyu NY StripUS$90.00

Tomahawk SET PRICEUS$195.00

Shareable Sides

Burnt CarrotsUS$10.00

Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$14.00

Truffle Mac n CheeseUS$14.00

Yukon Gold MashUS$12.00

French FriesUS$12.00

Grilled AsparagusUS$15.00

Roasted MushroomsUS$18.00

GnocchiUS$14.00

Extra SauceUS$2.00

Desserts

ChurrosUS$12.00

Ancho Chile Chocolate CakeUS$12.00

Tuaca FlanUS$12.00

Cheesecake JarsUS$12.00

A La ModeUS$6.00

CheesecakeUS$12.00

Cake Cutting FeeUS$25.00

Holiday Menu

QuailUS$9.00

SquashUS$35.00

ShankUS$53.00

TurduckenUS$57.00

TruffleUS$14.00

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