Restaurant and Cocktail Bar in Downtown Knoxville

An Elevated Experience

The Main Course

Our chefs meticulously handcraft each dish to ensure the freshest flavors. Using only the finest quality meats and locally sourced produce, we treat every ingredient with the utmost care to deliver mouthwatering twists on classic American favorites. Whether you’re indulging in an intimate dining experience or lingering over cocktails at our inviting bar, The Kennedy offers bold, refined flavors designed to captivate every palate.

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The History

Our Story

A nostalgic dining experience in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. The Kennedy captures the historical essence of its location through preservation and elevation of the 1870’s building, one of the oldest in all of downtown Knoxville. The food , the atmosphere and the drinks complement this historical, elevated aesthetic. Experience twists on beloved classics, along with our own chefs creations and impeccable service in this lavish historical setting.

We welcome you to relax, experiment, and indulge.
Halloweekend starts here. Two pizzas. A bottle of white. Nowhere to be until later.

Reserve your table for Friday and Saturday at the link in bio.
We’re hiring✨

The Kennedy is looking for an experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, care about the details, and take pride in putting out consistently great food, we’d love to hear from you.

2+ years of kitchen experience preferred.

Ready to join the team? Apply today through the link in our bio.
You might want to answer this call. 🍸

Join us tonight at The Kennedy.
The Prickly Pear Affair. Dragonfruit tequila, prickly pear, lemon, a little bubbles.

She didn’t look at the menu. She already knew.

Gay Street | Book your reservation
The smoke, trapped under glass. All technique.

A few seconds of wood and char settling into the drink before you ever take a sip.

This is the TK Old Fashioned. Made slow, on purpose.

Reservations at the link. Gay Street, downtown Knoxville.
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