What’s in Knoxville? 200,000 people.
Thousands of businesses. Countless perspectives.
One Sunsphere. One thriving city.
Knoxville is over 200 years old, and it’s still growing. It’s a place where new restaurants, artists, builders, and professionals can thrive. In one of Tennessee’s largest cities, where can we begin to experience it all?
Start with a good meal. Whether it’s breakfast, brunch, or burgers that you’re after, Knoxville has dozens of restaurants just that. And with almost forty Dining categories from dog-friendly restaurants to food trucks, this year’s Best of the Best results can help you find the perfect spot.
But it doesn’t stop there. Knoxville is a major cultural center in Tennessee, and its art scene showcases that with cultural events like First Friday, concerts of all kinds, and festivals galore. Best of the Best highlights some of the Marble City’s most talented craftspeople, from tattoo artists to painters to photographers.
Many stores and services are less flashy and might not seem so intriguing-—until you need them. Where should you go when your car needs to be repaired? When your kitchen needs a new floor? And who even thinks about holiday decorating services before November? Hundreds of Knoxville businesses are ready to give their best to help you be your best, whether you’re repairing a bicycle or looking for a good fishing guide.
It takes a community of healthcare professionals, artists, entrepreneurs, builders, mechanics, and more to keep a city like Knoxville going. Scruffy City residents come from every walk of life, but they’re all here to be the best they can be.
It can be tough to break out of our routine and discover all that our city has to offer. That’s why Cityview looks to its readers to find the best of Knoxville each year. This year’s competition concluded with 191,000 votes in over 200 categories. Check out this year’s winners to find out who your fellow readers have chosen as our city’s best.
Around Town
Apartment Community
- Aventine Northshore
- The Villas of Emerald Woods
- Fox Lake Apartment Homes
Charity
- Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries (KARM)
- Young-Williams Animal Center
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Knox County
Children’s Party Destination
- Zoo Knoxville
- Main Event Entertainment
- Ijams Nature Center
Dance Club
- Cotton Eyed Joe
- Hanna’s Cafe
- Southbound
Event Venue
- The Mill & Mine
- Tennessee Theatre
- Bijou Theatre
Game Night/Trivia
- Aubrey’s
- Wild Wing Café
- Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria
Hotel
- The Oliver
- The Tennessean
- Crowne Plaza
Kids’ Camp
- Tates’ School
- Wesley Woods
- Camp Ba Yo Ca
Marina
- Concord Marina
- Fort Loudon Marina
- Duncan Boat Dock
Outdoor Adventure
- Ijam’s Nature Center
- Zoo Knoxville
- Oakes Farm
Patio – Urban
- Balter Beerworks
- Café 4
- Bearden Beer Market
Patio – Waterfront
- Lakeside Tavern
- Calhoun’s on the River
- Calhoun’s – Lenoir City
Public Golf Course
- Willow Creek Golf Club
- Dead Horse Lake Golf Course
- Egwani Farms Golf Course
Small Music Venue
- Open Chord
- The Shed at Smoky Mountain Harley Davidson
- The Square Room
Touring Service
- Knox Brew Tours
- Paranormal Adventure Tours (formerly Knoxville Ghost Tours)
- Cades Cove Tours
Wedding Venue
- Blackberry Farm
- Dara’s Garden
- Hunter Valley Farm
Art & Music
Body Artist
- Dale Johnson – Mythical Markings Tattoo Studio
- Sarah Hurst – Vivid Tattoo
- Jon Goad – Born This Way Body Arts
Body Art Studio – Piercing
- Born This Way Body Arts
- Mythical Markings
- Saint Tattoo
Body Art Studio – Tattoo
- Born This Way Body Arts
- Mythical Markings
- Saint Tattoo
Local Actor
- Johnny Knoxville
- David Keith
- Bill Landry
Local Actress
- Dolly Parton
- Dale Dickey
- Leanne Morgan
Local Americana Band
- The Chillbillies
- The Black Lillies
- EmiSunshine and The Rain
Local Blues Band
- Kitty Wampus
- Crawdaddy
- Soulfinger
Local Painter – Abstract
- Zach Searcy
- Curtis Glover
- Michael Williams
Local Painter – Landscape
- Robert A. Tino
- Mike Berry
- Jim Gray
Local Painter – Portrait
- Shari Ford
- Cynthia Markert
- Bobbie Crews
Local Printer
-
- Printedge
- Knox Graphics & Design
- Nothing Too Fancy Print Shop
- Graphic Creations
Local Rock Band
- 10 Years
- The Dirty Guv’nahs
- The Black Lillies
Local Singer / Songwriter – Female
- Dolly Parton
- Emily Ann Roberts
- Kelsea Ballerini
Local Singer / Songwriter – Male
- Chris Blue
- Kenny Chesney
- Erick Baker
Local Visual Artist – Abstract
- Zach Searcy
- Curtis Glover
- Misty Tippens
Beauty
Barbershop
- Frank’s Barbershop
- Western Plaza Barber Shop
- Jerry’s Barbershop
Facial
- Salon, Spa & Studio Visage
- Belleza Salon and Spa
- Pure Luxe
Hair Colorist
- Shane Archer – Grow
- Jill Evans – Metropolis
- Kip Allen – Salon Visage
Hair Removal – Laser
- Ideal Image
- Skin Wellness
- Spa Visage
Hair Removal – Wax
- European Wax Center
- Spa Visage
- Grow
Hair Salon
- Grow
- Salon Visage
- Ross the Boss
Hair Stylist
- Shane Archer – Grow
- Scott Stuart – Metropolis
- Chelsea Payne – Josie’s Boutique & Salon
Makeup Artist
- Rachel Archer – Grow
- Kevin McCullough – Salon Visage
- Christina Landers – Bangs and Blush
Manicure/Pedicure
- Salon Visage
- Dynasty Nail Spa
- Pure Luxe
Spa
- Pure Luxe Salon, Spa & Medspa
- Spa Visage
- Longevity Massage Specialists
Tanning Salon
- Sun Tan City
- Josie’s Boutique & Salon
- Beach Bums Tanning Salon
Tanning Salon
- Sun Tan City
- Josie’s Boutique & Salon
- Beach Bums Tanning Salon
Weight Loss
- Salon Visage
- Dynasty Nail Spa
- Pure Luxe
Women’s Clothing
- Altar’d State
- Josie’s Boutique & Salon
- Val’s Boutique
Dining
Americana Restaurant
- Aubrey’s
- Calhoun’s
- Connor’s Steak and Seafood
Asian Restaurant
- Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse
- Taste of Thai
- Nama Sushi Bar
Bakery
- Magpies Bakery
- Ham’N Goodys
- VG’s Bakery
Bar/Pub
- Balter Beerworks
- Downtown Grille & Brewery
- Barley’s Taproom and Pizzeria
Barbeque Restaurant
- Sweet P’s Barbeque & Soul House
- Dead End BBQ
- Calhoun’s
Bartender – Female
- Kim Long – Wild Wing Cafe
- Ashleigh Downs – Texas Roadhouse
- Hana Dunbeck – Chivo Taqueria
Bartender – Male
- Morgan Pope – Wild Wing Cafe
- Brett Meredith – Rooster’s
- Patrick Joyce – Sapphire
Bearden Restaurant (Lyons View to Morrell)
- Bistro by the Tracks
- Nama Sushi Bar
- Hard Knox Pizza
Beer Selection
- Casual Pint – Northshore Town Center
- Bearden Beer Market
- Balter Beerworks
Breakfast
- First Watch
- Pete’s
- Holly’s Gourmets Market
Brunch Restaurant
- Lakeside Tavern
- First Watch
- Copper Cellar
Burger
- Stock & Barrel
- Litton’s Market, Restaurant & Bakery
- Stock Burgers
Business Lunch
- Aubrey’s
- Brown Bag
- Calhoun’s
Caterer – Business
- Brown Bag
- Bradford Catered Events
- All Occasion Catering
Caterer – Party
- All Occassion Catering
- Buddy’s BBQ
- Calhoun’s
Caterer – Wedding
- Bradford Catered Events
- All Occassion Catering
- Calhoun’s/Copper Cellar Banquet & Catering
Caterer – Carry out/ Delivery
- Dead End BBQ
- Brown Bag
- Buddy’s BBQ
Cedar Bluff/West Hills Restaurant (Morrell to Mabry Hood)
- Aubrey’s
- Altruda’s
- Chez Guevara
Coffee Shop
- Honeybee Coffee
- K Brew
- Pete’s Coffee Shop
Cupcakes
- Magpies Bakery
- Nothing Bundt Cakes
- VG’s Bakery
Deli
- Nixon’s Deli
- Sam & Andy’s Restaurant
- Brown Bag
Dog-Friendly Restaurant
- Aubrey’s
- Balter Beerworks
- Tomato Head – Market Square
Donuts
- Duck Donuts
- Krispy Kreme
- Status Dough
Downtown Restaurant
- Stock & Barrel
- Downtown Grill & Brewery
- Café 4
East Restaurant
- Jackie’s Dream
- Aubrey’s
- Louis’ Drive In Restaurant
First Date Restaurant
- Lakeside Tavern
- Melting Pot
- Naples Italian Restaurant
Food Truck
- Cruze Farm
- Forks on the Road
- Good Golly Tamales
Happy Hour
- Downtown Grill & Brewery
- Balter Beerworks
- Aubrey’s
Ice Cream
- Bruster’s
- Cruze Farm
- Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain
Italian Restaurant
- Altruda’s
- Naples
- Savelli’s
Local Dessert
- Litton’s
- Cruze Farm
- Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop
Local Meat and Three
- Litton’s
- Candler’s Deli
- Jackie’s Dream
Margarita
- Chez Guevara
- Soccer Taco
- Chivo Taqueria
Mexican Restaurant
- Soccer Taco
- Chez Guevara
- Chivo Taqueria
North Restaurant
- Litton’s
- Aubrey’s
- The Chop House
Pizza
- Big Ed’s Pizza
- Hard Knox Pizzeria
- A Dopo Sourdough Pizza
Seafood
- Chesapeake’s
- Shrimp Dock
- Shuck Raw Bar & Grill
South Restaurant
- Ye Olde Steakhouse
- SoKno Taco Cantina
- Sweet P’s Barbeque & Downtown Dive
Sushi
- Nama Sushi Bar
- Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse
- Sushi Spot
Vegetarian Menu
- Tomato Head
- Sunspot
- Yassin’s Falafel House
West/Farragut Restaurant
- Lakeside Tavern
- Conner’s Steak & Seafood
- Aubrey’s
Wine List
- drink. at Bistro by the Tracks
- Water Into Wine
- Old City Wine Bar
People
Aesthetician
- Abbey Hudson – Victoria Beauty
- Cheryl Houser – Knoxville Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery
- Cherry Gardner – Spa Visage
Barista
- Aaron Kirby – Honeybee West
- Allie Holmes – Open Chord
- Kamron Sanders – K Brew
Chiropractor
- Scott Brown
- Michael Petty
- Andy Hosenfeld
Cosmetic Dentist
- Dr. Ben Stroud DDS – Cornerstone
- Dr. Sara Boren DDS – Lynwood Dental
- Dr. Jody Griffin DDS – Cornerstone
Event DJ
- Jim Ogle, Ogle Entertainment
- DJ Eric B
- DJ Sterl the Pearl (Sterling Henton)
Family Dentist
- Buzz Nabers DDS
- Chesney Family Dentistry
- Ann Trivette DDS – Trivette & Osborne
Financial Advisor
- LeConte Wealth Management
- Blue Ridge Wealth Planners
- Imbrey and Associates
House Painter
- CertaPro Painters
- Early Bird Painters
- Darryl Ellis
- Craig T – Professional Painting
- David Jones
Interior Designer
- Donovan Swick
- Todd Richesin Interiors
- Carol Raley Interior Design
Local Meteorologist
- Todd Howell
- Matt Hinkin
- Mike Witcher
Local Politician
- Tim Burchett
- Glenn Jacobs
- Madeline Rogero
Local Radio DJ
- Marc and Kim
- Ashley and Brad
- Opie Joe
Local Radio Talk-Show Host
- Hallerin Hilton Hill
- Marc and Kim
- Jayson Swain
Local TV News Anchor
- Abby Ham
- Robin Wilhoit
- Russell Biven
Massage Therapist – Female
- Valerie Johnson – Northside Chiropractic
- Anita Stone
- Anne Page – Massage Envy Powell
- Jennifer Marks
Massage Therapist – Male
- Vann Johnson – Northside Chiropractic
- Aaron Searcy
- Travis Jackson – Longevity Massage Specialists
Optometrist
- Charles Shields – Shields & Shields
- Blake Rust – Winston Eye Group
- Dr. John Hunt – Tennessee Eye Care
Orthodontist
- James Pickering
- Christopher O’Rourke
- Joe Hicks
Personal Trainer – Female
- Sarah Van Sickle
- Emily Higuchi Justice
- Katie Mead
Personal Trainer – Male
- Russell Scales
- Blake Denny
- Dunstan Kendrick
Photographer – Commercial
- Bruce McCamish
- Sarah McAffrey
- Colby McLemore
Photographer – Portrait, Female
- Whitney Jade Photography
- Sarah McAffrey
- Hannah Davis
Photographer – Portrait, Male
- Bruce McCamish
- John Black
- Colby McLemore
Photographer – Wedding, Female
- Tracie Ancelet
- Whitney Jade Photography
- Jennifer Crook
Photographer – Wedding, Male
- Taylor Martin
- Joe Atkins – JoPhoto
- Jason Matheson – Shutter Sprite Photography
Physical Therapist
- Daniel Wilder – Optimal Health
- Wes Franks – Provision Physical Therapy
- Steve Bailey – Prompt Physical Therapy
Plastic Surgeon
- Tom Gallaher
- Jason Hall
- E. Edward Breazeale Jr.
Realtor – Commercial, Female
- Louise Frazier
- Suzanne Fuller
- Maribel Koella
- Chandle Turbyville
Realtor – Commercial, Male
- John Adams
- Larry Anderson
- Joe Petree
Realtor – Residential, Female
- Holli McCray
- Laura Slyman
- Laura Bailey
- Morgan Leveritt
- Sharon Bailey
Realtor – Residential, Male
- Lucas Haun
- Cole Edwards
- Justin Bailey
Veterinarian
- Dr. Nathan Butler – Butler Veterinary Services
- Dr. Jim Butler – Butler Animal Clinic
- Dr. Mike Medicus – Butler Animal Clinic
Yoga Instructor – Female
- Sandy Larson – Sandsation Yoga
- Emily Hildreth – Real Hot Yoga
- Heather Hutcheson – Renegade Yoga Center
Yoga Instructor – Male
- Judson Nichols – Yoga with Judson
- Ron Felix – BalancedYou Studios
- Philip Clift – Renegade Yoga Center
Schools & Education
Christian School
- Christian Academy of Knoxville
- Grace Christian Academy
- Berea Christian School
Daycare
- La Petite Academy
- Concord Christian School
- Nanny’s Daycare
Preschool
- Tate’s School
- Christian Academy of Knoxville
- Concord Christian Preschool
Private Elementary School
- Christian Academy of Knoxville
- Tate’s School
- Webb School of Knoxville
Private Middle School
- Christian Academy of Knoxville
- Webb School of Knoxville
- Tate’s School
Private High School
- Webb School of Knoxville
- Christian Academy of Knoxville
- Knoxville Catholic High School
Tutoring Service
- Sylvan Learning Center
- Mathnasium
- Huntington Learning Center
Stores & Services
Antique Store – Furniture
- Bearden Antique Mall
- Clinton Antique Mall
- Nostalgia
Antique Store – Memorabilia
- Nostalgia
- Bearden Antique Mall
- Clinton Antique Mall
Appliance Store
- Pattersons Home Appliances
- Friedman’s Appliances
- Ferguson Enterprises
Architect – Commercial
- Amy Sherrill – Benefield Richters
- BarberMcMurry Architects
- Barry Byrd
Architect – Residential
- Jonathan Miller
- Amy SherrillHolly Williams
- Cara Knapp
Assisted Living
- NHC Farragut
- Morning Pointe
- Arbor Terrace
Auto Detailer
- Knox Details
- Parkside Detail and Accessories
- Diamond Car Wash & Details
Auto Mechanic
- Jimmy Matlock
- Barry Dickey
- Dennis Hall
Auto Repair Shop
- Fisher Tire
- Pro Toy
- Harper Auto
Banking – Business
- First Tennessee Bank
- ORNL Federal Credit Union
- Pinnacle Bank
Banking – Personal
- First Tennessee Bank
- ORNL Federal Credit Union
- Regions
Bicycle Shop
- Cedar Bluff Cycles
- Bike Zoo
- Harper’s
Boat Dealership
- American Boat Center
- Travis Marine
- Alcoa Good Times
Body Shop
- Joe Neubert Collision Centers
- Walker’s Collision
- Harper Collision
Boutique Store
- Josie’s Boutique
- Altar’d State
- Bliss
- Spoiled Rotten
Bridal Shop
- White Lace & Promises
- David’s Bridal
- Loveliest Bridal
Cabinet Shop/Dealer
- Dixie Kitchen
- Standard Kitchen & Bath
- Kitchen Sales
Car Dealership – Domestic
- Car Max
- Beaty Chevrolet
- Duncan Automotive
Car Dealership – Import
- Harper Dealerships
- Fox Toyota Clinton
- Grayson Automotive Group
Car Wash
- Pure Magic Car Wash
- Synergy Car Wash
- Zips Car Wash
Chiropractic Services
- Brown Chiropractic
- Apple Health and Wellness
- Sports and Wellness Chiropractic
Christmas Tree Decorator
- Lisa Foster Floral
- Sam Franklin
- Libby Fisher
Cleaning Service – Home
- Clean Authority
- Merry Maids
- Molly Maid
Cleaning Service – Office
- Duncan & Sons’ Building Maintenance
- Jani-King
- LG Cleaning
Commercial Construction
- Johnson and Gaylon
- Merit Construction
- Denark Construction
Compounding Pharmacy
- Volunteer Pharmacy
- Belew Drugs
- P3 Compounding Pharmacy
Computer Repair
- Computer Depot
- Shafer Technology Solutions
- Geek Squad/Best Buy
Consignment Shop
- Repeat Boutique
- Consign to Design
- Planet Exchange
Contractor – Flooring
- Cella Flooring & Design
- Broadway Carpets
- David’s Abbey Carpet & Floors
Contractor – Landscape
- Earthadelic
- Lawn Butler
- Thress
Contractor – New Construction
- Charles Atkins
- Purvis Builders
- Johnson & Galyon
Contractor – Outdoor Living Space
- Prime Renovations
- Earthadelic
- McCamy Construction
Contractor – Pool
- Tipton Builders
- Campbell’s Pool and Spa
- Able Gunite Pool and Spa
Contractor – Remodeling
- Prime Renovations
- Purvis Builders
- F.E. Trainer Construction
Contractor – Custom Homes over $750,000
- Charles Atkins
- Fred Trainer
- Rob Purvis
Contractor – Custom Homes over $1,000,000
- Charles Atkins
- Fred Trainer
- Joe Houck
CPA
- Jerry Tipton
- Carrier CPA Firm
- Pugh and Company
Credit Union
- Knoxville TVA Employee Credit Union
- ORNL Federal Credit Union
- Y-12 Credit Union
Dog Daycare
- PetSafe Village
- K9 Center of East Tennessee
- Pets R People 2
Dog Trainer
- Off Leash K9 Training
- K9 Center of East Tennessee
- Appalachian K-9 Training Center
Dry Cleaner
- Prestige Cleaners
- Farragut Cleaners
- Crown Cleaners
Exterior Maintenance and Windows
- Fish Window Cleaning
- Brothers Window Cleaning
- Window Works
Eyeglasses Shop
- Winston Eye & Vision Center
- The Eye Group
- Luttrell’s Eyewear
Financial Advisor
- Thierry Sommer
- Paul Fain
- Trae Wieniewitz
Fishing Guide
- Michael “Rocky” Cox
- Alan Gillespie
- Josh Pfeiffer
Fitness Center
- Planet Fitness
- YMCA
- National Fitness Center
Florist
- Lisa Foster Floral
- Crouch Florist
- Petree’s
Florist – Wedding
- Lisa Foster Floral
- Sam Franklin
- Always in Bloom
Funeral Home
- Click Funeral Home
- Rose Mortuary
- Bridges Funeral Home
Furniture Store – Home
- Knoxville Wholesale Furniture
- O.P. Jenkins
- Bliss Home
Furniture Store – Office
- Office Furniture Outfitters
- A&W Supply Inc.
- Office Works LLC
Gun Store
- Buds Gun Shop & Range
- Harvey’s Pistol & Pawn
- Gunny’s Range and Guns
Head Hunter/Recruiter
- LBMC Staffing
- Workinect
- BGT Recruiting
Health Food Store
- Eddie’s Health Shoppe
- Three Rivers Market
- Go Nutrition
Heating and Air Conditioning Company
- Pioneer Heating and Air
- Chancey and Reynolds
- City Heat and Air
Home Health Care
- East TN Children’s Hospital Home Health Care
- NHC Health Care
- Amedisys Home Helath Care
Insurance Agent
- Jerold Johnson – Senior Financial Group
- Mansour Hasan – State Farm
- Drew Griggs – State Farm
IT Provider
- Geek Squad
- Shafer Technologies
- Allevia Technology
Jewelry Store
- Markman’s
- Lamon Jewelers
- Kimball’s Jewelers
Kitchen and Bath Design
- Dixie Kitchen
- Standard Kitchen
- Kitchen Sales
Landscape Architect
- Patrick Beasley
- Lisa Stanley – Stanley’s Greenhouse
- Stephen Hackney – Stephen Hackney Landscape Architecture
Liquor Store
- Bob’s
- McScrooge’s
- Ashe’s
Log Home Company
- Appalachian Log Homes
- Stone Mill Log Homes
- Hearthstone Home
Martial Arts
- Premier Martial Arts
- Bullman’s Kickboxing & Krav Maga
- Gracie Barra Knoxville
Men’s Store
- Jos. A Bank
- M.S. McClellan
- Coachman Clothiers
Mortgage Company
- Mortgage Investors Group
- ORNL Federal Credit Union
- Fountain City Finance
Motorcycle Dealership
- Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson
- Knoxville Harley Davidson
- Alcoa Good Times
Moving Company
- Gouffon
- Two Men and A Truck
- Fox Moving
Nutrition Store
- Eddie’s Health Shop
- Three Rivers Market
- Apple Tree Natural Foods
Pest Control/ Exterminator
- Dayton’s Pest Control
- Cook’s Pest Control
- Arrow Exterminating
Pet Boarding
- PetSafe Village
- Butler Animal Clinic
- Catatoga Kennels
Pet Groomer
- Foxy Locks
- Doggone Pretty
- Bark Place
Pet Store
- Agri Feed Pet Supply
- River Dog Bakery
- Misty’s Pet Depot
Plumber
- Scott’s Plumbing
- My Professional Plumber
- Hiller Plumbing
Real Estate Company
- Realty Executives
- Keller Williams
- Bailey & Co. Real Estate
Regenerative Medicine
- Optimal Health
- Apple Health & Wellness
- Tennessee Regenerative Sports Medicine PLLC
Security System
- ADT
- HIS Security
- SafeT Systems
Small Gym
- Workout Anytime
- Bullman’s Kickboxing
- Orange Theory
Sporting Goods Store – General
- Academy
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Tennessee Sporting Goods
Sporting Goods Store – Specialty
- Uncle Lem’s Outfitters
- REI
- Bass Pro
Staffing and Employment
- Staffing Solutions
- Workinect
- Randstad
Tailor/Alterations
- Sandra G’s Alterations
- Prestige Cleaners
- Quality Alterations
Tire Store
- Fisher Tire
- Matlock Tire
- C&D Tire
Wedding Planner
- The Pavillion at Hunter Valley Farm
- Margaret Claire’s Weddings & Events
- Stressless Weddings by Megan
Video Production
- PopFizz
- Rivr Media
- Jupiter
Waterproofing/Crawl Space Encapsulation
- MasterDry
- Trusted Waterproofing
- B-Dry Waterproofing
Web Site Designer
- South Made Marketing
- Slamdot
- New Frame Creative
Wedding Planner
- Southern Bliss Weddings
- Peggy Buchanon
- Margaret Claire’s Weddings & Events
Yoga Studio
- Real Hot Yoga
- Glowing Body
- Blueridge Yoga and Wellness Center