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Main Dining Room - Lonesome Dove - Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

Lonesome Dove - Knoxville

4.8
4.8
1987 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 9 times today
  • 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
  • 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.

What 1,987 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • East Tennessee

    Best Ambience

  • East Tennessee

    Innovative

  • East Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Knoxville

    Best Overall

  • Knoxville

    Best Food

  • Knoxville

    Best Service

  • Knoxville

    Best Ambience

  • Knoxville

    Innovative

  • Knoxville

    Great for fine wines

  • Knoxville

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lonesome Dove in Knoxville offers an exceptional dining experience with a "phenomenal" menu featuring unique wild game dishes and "amazing" service. Guests rave about its "impeccable" food, attentive staff, and cozy ambiance. Known for adventurous flavors and "outstanding" service, it's perfect for special occasions and memorable meals.

1,987 Reviews
  1. Jason

    E. Tennessee

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. Jason

    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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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Emily was amazing. She was knowledgeable and very thoughtful. Asked us if we were a first time guest and gave us a complimentary shot. The food was great. We would do the elk again for sure. Great experience.

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  7. Bennett

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Ordered the hushpuppies, pork chops, and elk loin. Meat was perfectly cooked. Service was excellent, our server was very helpful throughout the evening.

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  8. Balin

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were great. I would recommend this establishment.

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  9. Joshalyn

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WOW! This place was incredible. My husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here and it was amazing. We got the garlic stuffed beef tenderloin and it was phenomenal. I am not a big meat eater but this was amazing. We also got the elk sliders as an appetizer and it was the most tender piece of meat I have ever had. For sides, we got truffle mac and cheese and burnt carrots and I think I could eat those everyday, for the rest of my life. At the beginning of our meal, we were surprised with complimentary glasses of champagne to celebrate. I have already recommended this restaurant to so many family and friends. We will be back for many more anniversaries. Thank you to the staff!

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  10. Ivy

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience at Lonesome Dove, largely due to the epic server, Hayes. He was masterful in his presentation and the experience was made because of him. The food was equally as impressive. Notably, the ability to mix and match the small plate starters to sample multiple items is a unique and great feature. The lobster hush puppies, the wild boar ribs and the elk sliders were a perfect introduction to the cuisine and quality ingredients. The recommended selections for the main course were the beef tenderloin and the bison ribeye and now we know why. Both were 10/10 in terms of presentation, taste and accompaniments. The smoked Gouda potato gnocchi was the icing on the cake. Great dinner. Great experience. I would hire Hayes in a second for any business I am involved in.

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2 people
19:30
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Lonesome Dove - Knoxville

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
  • 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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