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Tavern at Maker Exchange, Knoxville, TN

Tavern at Maker Exchange

4.2
4.2
18 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
A clever nod to Knoxville’s history as a maker city, the Tavern at Maker Exchange is the spot for enjoying drinks and noshing on fresh regional foods that encompass the spirit of Knoxville in a social and energetic setting.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 06:30–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Small Bites Daily 14:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (865) 934-2983
  • Website
    https://www.makerexchangeknox.com/dinner/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Tavern is an excellent place to host private dining with an option to entertain in the Den. In warm weather, garage doors open for a stunning view overlooking the park lawn. For smaller, casual gatherings, reserve The Den. Entertainment like our custom pool table, tabletop shuffleboard, and foosball are practically within arm’s reach of the Tavern.

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What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

18 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was delicious and drinks were as well. This is an extremely loud place as it’s centered near the elevators but we had a nice corner that we could hold a conversation. The server was pleasant but very slow. Prices were a bit high but again the food was delicious.

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  2. Emma

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    So overall, this place kinda sucks. We ordered the chicken lollipops for an appetizer and they were dryer than the Sahara dessert - they came accompanied with peppers that you’d expect to be warm like the chicken but were cold? Weird. And for $17 you only get 4. I ordered the burger for dinner and asked that it be cooked medium, I got a dried, overcooked burger, but I’d still rate it like a 5/10 so not the worst. The bacon jam was good. My boyfriend got the pork chop and it was also dry. Is that the theme here? Then he got mashed potatoes from the a la carte menu and they were cold…..our server kinda sucked. I’ve been a server so I get how it can be when it’s busy, but it wasn’t, it was the end of the night and the crowd was dying down. Maybe he had a long day? He rarely checked on us. He didn’t tell us about the valentines special, anything we asked for (water, drinks, check, etc) took 15+ minutes. No plates for our appetizer either. We went on Valentine’s and they did finish the night with a free rose and 2 chocolates for me and my boyfriend which was a nice touch. But overall 3/10, my cocktail was the best part of the night and I don’t even remember what it was called, so not that memorable.

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  3. Rebecca

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely a wonderful place for friends to get together and enjoy a wonderful meal. The live music playing in the lobby was a beautiful touch. For Valentine’s Day the waiter bringing the women at the table along stem rose was such a sweet surprise. I would absolutely come here again. We ended up buying several appetizers and sharing, but the rest of the menu looks delicious. 
    Tavern at Maker ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Rebecca, We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a wonderful time at Tavern at Maker Exchange! It's wonderful to know that our live music and Valentine's Day touches added to your experience. We're also glad that you enjoyed our appetizers and found them to be delicious. We hope that your Valentine's Day celebration was special and that you'll consider returning for more special occasions! Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful dining experience. Best, The Tavern at Maker Exchange Team

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  4. Luke

    E. Tennessee

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a great steak. I don’t think for the overall experience it was worth the price. Good to try though definitely.

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  5. Brittany

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and server. Loved the atmosphere and live music in lobby area.
    Tavern at Maker ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Brittany, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Tavern at Maker Exchange, and that our live music lobby added to your overall experience. We strive to provide a great atmosphere and service, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We appreciate your feedback on the value and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

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  6. Keith

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food. The valentines special was very good.
    Tavern at Maker ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Keith! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and service at Tavern at Maker Exchange. It's wonderful to know that our Valentine's Day special hit the mark for you. We strive to provide a memorable experience for all our guests, and your feedback lets us know we're doing our job right. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. eva

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and attentive staff. There was no one there really so it was quiet. Everyone was full of southern hospitality. I had eggs Benedict and my son had biscuits and gravy. I also sampled a few mimosas. Perfect for our Sunday brunch while in town visiting UT. Beautiful hotel The Tennessean.

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  8. David

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. Bartender was very good and attentive.

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  9. Nicole

    VIP

    Houston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food - Lollipop drumsticks were overcooked. Fried okra came out cold. Service - Was great and the bartender made a special drink for a non-drinker.

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  10. Emily

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a limited holiday menu but our food was tasty and our server could not have been kinder or more attentive. Thank you very much!

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Tavern at Maker Exchange is rated 4.2 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Tavern at Maker Exchange

525 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Knoxville
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 06:30–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Small Bites Daily 14:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Website
    https://www.makerexchangeknox.com/dinner/
  • Phone number
    (865) 934-2983
  • Private party facilities
    Tavern is an excellent place to host private dining with an option to entertain in the Den. In warm weather, garage doors open for a stunning view overlooking the park lawn. For smaller, casual gatherings, reserve The Den. Entertainment like our custom pool table, tabletop shuffleboard, and foosball are practically within arm’s reach of the Tavern.
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