Tupelo Honey
Southern Food Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Knoxville, Knoxville
"Goat cheese grits and frief green tomatos oh yeah!"(12 Tips)
"The free biscuit is big and yummy with their honey!"(4 Tips)
"Definitely the skirt steak, and definitely the shrimp and grits."(10 Tips)
"Nutty fried chicken, Brussels sprouts salad, craft beer"(2 Tips)
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Daryl NelkinNovember 17, 2012The fried green tomatoes with grits, ginormous homemade biscuit with jam with a tall glass of stout is a good as life gets. Except for the blueberry cheese pie. Oh my, my!- Rebekah NyenhuisJune 10, 2013So amazing! The free biscuit is big and yummy with their honey! I ordered the Cheese Grit app with Brussels sprouts and sweet potato fries (kids size) and it was more than enough. I want to go back!
LilyAugust 14, 2015You're mostly coming here for the biscuits and jam or honey, and that's going to rock your world. What you don't know is the veggie bowl is ridiculously good (and I'm mostly a carnivore).
Gerardo CanavatiSeptember 5, 2019They know chicken and they will make you beg for more, great place with a prime downtown location, park in the garages 2 blocks away and have a nice walk to your new favorite chicken place.
Christine HaAugust 13, 2016Southern food + cocktails. Blueberry jam, fried chicken with biscuits & gravy, fried green tomatoes pretty good. Can be a long wait but bar & chef's pass are full service. 🍤🍗🌽🍅
I had the smashed cheesy cauliflower and it was amazing. Ask for an extra biscuit too, you can thank me later.
Joseph BraccoJune 2, 2013Overall Great Experience. The wait was about 30 minutes which is expected for a Saturday night Downtown. From the hostess to the waitress, great service and to top it all off AMAZING Food. A+- Third time was the charm...you really can't go wrong with the Southern Fried Chicken Saltimbocca with Country Ham and Mushroom Marsala. The cheesy smashed cauliflower complimented the flavor.
Ashley MorrisNovember 18, 2016They give you biscuits with the brunch meal, and an incredible jam. You really could get away with getting a small meal and going to town on the free biscuits!
NealMarch 4, 2015Came here again for dinner on a Tuesday. $3 house martinis all day were good. Got the meat loaf, mac and cheese, and brussel sprouts. Licked my plate clean so I guess I liked it!
Amy KMay 21, 2017I'm not a Bloody Mary person but thoroughly enjoyed it here. Food was excellent, oh and great service!
- Vincent LoweNovember 13, 2017What's good? Possibly everything! Definitely the skirt steak, and definitely the shrimp and grits. You can trust this kitchen. #knoxville #dining
Eugene GraceOctober 19, 2013Unique and tasty food. A really cool vibe and atmosphere. Service was exceptional. A little on the pricey side but all in all a very enjoyable experience.
You can sit at the cooks window and watch them work. It awesome and they are really nice and totally earn their tips. Yes they have tip jars so be sure notice!
Don't be surprised if there's no silverware on your table. Don't be surprised if your toast comes without butter. Don't be surprised if "salsa" in your omelet is just diced raw veggies piled inside.- NealMarch 2, 2015Had the fried chicken blt sandwich for lunch there. Pretty good but hard to eat as a sandwich, ended up using my knife and fork. The free biscuit was really good.
The most recently updated menu has gotten rid of some of the best items and seems pretty limited now. Very disappointing for one of my favorite restaurants!
MarkMarch 28, 2017Maybe brunch is a better way to go. The fried green tomatoes were a little too thick and therefore too hard, the grits less than fully flavored.
Kelley BestAugust 3, 2013I ordered fried green tomatoes over goat cheese grits & 1 sweet potato pancake - I have a to-go box w/ 1/2 pancake & biscuit for breakfast tomorrow 😋
MannyOctober 5, 2013Seriously amazing food. Plan ahead since it gets busy, but well worth the wait. Try the honey! The crab cakes were amazing.
Natalie MerrittApril 16, 2013This place has amazing food no matter what it is! My sister and I ordered something we would of never ordered at any other place. The fried chicken biscuits & gravy
AlyssaSeptember 16, 2013Amazing food! The biscuits were large and in charge. If you want good southern comfort food, this is the place.
Bill PowersMarch 3, 2014Great place to eat. However, I've tried 3 times and eaten here once. 2-3 hour waits on weekends. Reservations only after 8pm. I say don't bother on weekends.
JenKuduJanuary 9, 2014The meatloaf is insanely good! Fried green tomatoes aren't the best I've ever had, but still delicious. Blueberry pie is ok.
Stephen PerleMay 22, 2022Fried green tomatoes and shrimp and grits. Amongst the best I’ve had anywhere in the south.
Jody NelsonJuly 9, 2015fried green tomatoes and Wan Tons. ..bartenders were great. friendly atmosphere. I'll be back!
You'll have to come several times and try everything. The best biscuits.
Jim 🍷 🖖April 30, 2014Listen to Erika, she has the best recommendations & service. Tupelo's food is incredible ..... banana pudding a must try ......
TOBMarch 29, 2014The jumbo lump crab scramble is delish!! Pair with homemade hot chocolate and you've entered heaven on earth.
Narayan VOctober 24, 2018The lunch combo is awesome! The Spicy Avacado sandwich is highly recommended!
kirstynMay 8, 2013great place! nicest staff and really great food! i don't think i have ever been treated better at a restaraunt!
Laura PearceOctober 26, 2014Their biscuits are to die for! You really can't go wrong with anything here.
Eunice Hernández-HudsonFebruary 23, 2013Food was delicious but I found it very loud. Not the place for a romantic date. If you're looking for large servings & generous drinks, this is a great establishment.
Ashley TaftNovember 10, 2014Love the fried green tomatoes, tomato soup, and the Uptown grilled cheese.
ZacharyOctober 24, 2012Root Beer Molasses Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Green Apple Salsa with Southern Popcorn is unbelievable!!!
Anne MaykaFebruary 13, 2017It was a busy Sunday, we sat outside, took a long time for a server to come to our table, when we finally got our meals (hamburger was dry and tasteless) I felt we were rushed out of the restaurant.
I've always had excellent service, but Kristi was exceptionally helpful tonight.
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Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(865) 522-0004
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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