Discover Downtown Knoxville's Newest Restaurant and Cocktail Bar

An Elevated Experience

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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 seeking a traditional dining experience or looking to unwind at our friendly bar, we offer an array of flavors to please every taste.

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The History

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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.
Congrats to @sparkerlerr for winning our giveaway for two free tickets to the Tennessee vs Florida game tomorrow! Stay tuned for more giveaways to follow. GO VOLS! 🧡 🧡
Hate the Gators? Good news: We’ve got alligator bites on the menu FRI-SUN! Don’t forget to join us and watch the Tennessee Vols vs Florida Gators at our place on Saturday at 7pm! 🧡🧡
🐊 🚫 It's Gator Hater time! This FRIDAY - SUNDAY come sink your teeth into our delicious alligator bites and show those gators who's boss. 🧡 Join us for a feast that'll have you saying "see ya later, alligator!" #GatorHaterWeek #AlligatorBites #NoGatorZone #GoVols 🔥
🏈 GIVEAWAY!!!Win 2 Tickets  to the Tennessee vs. Florida Game on October 12th at 7pm!

TO ENTER:
1. Must be following us @locoburroknoxville & @thekennedyknoxville & repost this to your story!
2. Join our Loyalty Program and opt in for  sms with the link in our bio.
3. FOR AN EXTRA ENTRY TAG THREE FRIENDS IN THE COMMENTS

📢 We will announce the winner on October 11th!
**If you already have a loyalty account, you must opt in for text messaging.**
We are super excited for our private bourbon event on October 17th! Only a few general admission tickets left, get yours now with the link in the bio before we sell out. Thank you @alchemylounge.cigar l

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Happy game day VOLS! Join us to watch Tennessee tonight! Celebrate with our game day specials!
Meet The Kennedy- right in the heart of downtown on Gay Street. It is the perfect spot to watch all your favorite games all week long. With many TVs all around and your favorite football foods. Join us this Saturday to watch the Vols vs Arkansas. 🧡