Close 4 Exciting Restaurants In West Knoxville
No doubt there are plenty of dining venues in and around the downtown Knoxville area. You could venture out every night for weeks and not exhaust the countless options available to you. But did you know that there are some amazing restaurants in West Knoxville, too? It’s true, and here we profile some of our favorites to get you started in the right direction when venturing outside the heart of the city. Read on to learn about these four exciting restaurants in West Knoxville.
1. Taste of Thai
With over 50 five-star Yelp reviews, Taste of Thai is a fairly new dining spot that has found great favor with the locals. They serve lunch and dinner with daily specials. Favorites include the drunken noodles, pad thai, green curry chicken, and tom kha. They offer a kids’ menu as well, with simple flavors such as chicken fried rice, chicken and noodles, and chicken and steamed vegetables. Outdoor seating is available, and they also have a full bar. Taste of Thai is located at 8926 Town and Country Circle. Visit their website for their hours of operation.
2. Altruda’s Italian
Paul Meyer, the owner of Altruda’s, has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years, and he’s learned a thing or two along the way. “Altruda’s is all about people…and homemade salad and garlic rolls,” he says. The restaurant is open only for dinner, and it serves a full menu, from hot appetizers to a variety of rustic Italian entrees (including vegetarian options), and of course, fresh salad and garlic rolls. There is a full bar, and the ambiance is casual and intimate. Altruda’s is located at 125 N. Peters Rd. Business hours are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
3. Northshore Brasserie
Boasting a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, Northshore Brasserie is a family-owned restaurant and bar serving French Belgian cuisine. They offer full lunch and dinner menus, with a lunch buffet on weekdays and a brunch buffet on Sundays. Dinner options include classics such as roasted chicken, mussels, steak frites, and handmade pastas. At the bar, you can enjoy Belgian beers, craft cocktails, and wines from around the world. Northshore Brasserie is located at 9430 S. Northshore Drive. Business hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
4. Cazzy’s Corner Grill
The mission of the owners and staff at Cazzy’s Corner Grill is to provide food and drinks that meet the highest standards of quality and freshness. The restaurant features classic American cuisine in a comfortable, relaxed setting. They serve a full lunch and dinner menu, complete with vegetarian options and alcoholic beverages. Happy Hour is 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Sunday brunch is served from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cazzy’s Corner Grill is located at 2099 Thunderhead Road. Visit their website for their hours of operation.
Next time you’re planning a night out, visit one of these West Knoxville restaurants. You just might discover a new favorite!
“Altruda’s famous garlic rolls, Knoxville, 5-11-2007” via Flickr by C Jill Reed. Used with permission via CC BY-SA 2.0 / cropped from original