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Bistro By The Tracks - The Marlowe, Knoxville, TN

The Marlowe

4.8
4.8
1479 Reviews
$31 to $50
Continental

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
You don’t have to go far for an exceptional culinary experience. Reviewers say “consistently spectacular” with friendly “non-stuffy” service. Bistro by the Tracks simply is Knoxville’s answer to great metropolitan dining. We proudly offer an extensive and diverse wine list featuring carefully selected whites and reds from the finest wineries around the world. Bistro by the Tracks is a recipient of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence, 2010. Join us for an evening of dining that is at once casual and elegant. Reservations most appreciated.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    5347 2557
  • Website
    http://www.bistrobythetracks.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Robert McDonald III
  • Catering
    Contact Nancy Kendricks with Bistro by the Tracks Catering <br />nancy@bythetrackscatering.com
  • Location
    1123 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917
  • Area
    Knoxville
  • Cross Street
    SW corner of Anderson &amp; Central
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,479 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • East Tennessee

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  • East Tennessee

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Knoxville

    Best Overall

  • Knoxville

    Best Food

  • Knoxville

    Best Service

  • Knoxville

    Best Ambience

  • Knoxville

    Best Value

  • Knoxville

    Innovative

  • Knoxville

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  • Knoxville

    Hot spot

  • Knoxville

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Knoxville

    Great for fine wines

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Marlowe offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with "excellent service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the creative menu, featuring must-try dishes like crab cakes and mushroom gnocchi. The ambiance is cozy yet elegant, perfect for any occasion. "Highly recommended" for a delightful dining experience in Knoxville.

1,479 Reviews

  1. Jessica

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mike is great! Food, service are why we are repeat offenders, so to speak

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  2. Karen

    Las Vegas

    42 reviews

    3.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    While we love The Marlowe, and this was our 4th visit for dinner, the service tonight was quite disappointing. Our server was distracted and slow. He did not listen to us at all. My husband had the burger, the bun not edible. One of the hosts totally avoided greeting us, thinking she knew our service was under par.

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  3. teresa

    Charleston

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful location, atmosphere and IT DOESNT HAVE LOUD MUSIC PLAYING!! you can hear your table mates!!! If nothing else, this is a four star moment! The food was great, the service was very attentive. We had Peter as our server. We were not rushed and enjoyed the full length glass window into the kitchen. The ONLY negative was the pricing. It is definitely at the higher end for the portion size. But, it is probably worth it for a gathering where you want to hear the conversations and enjoy very good food!

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  4. Jerry

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Marlowe.. The Bistro atmosphere is just what is needed for an upscale resturant on Central. Good wine list and more than attentive staff. This is rare jewel in our part of town.

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  5. Rodney

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and cool ambiance. But the prices aren’t worth the amount and quality of the food

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  6. Michael

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful experience. The service is impeccable. Michelle was our server and she’s amazing. This is not our first time there and it won’t be our last!

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  7. David

    E. Tennessee

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our first experience at Marlow's! The entire staff were just awesome, specifically our waiter Mike. Marlow's definitely exceeded our expectations!! I even found some Pappy's!! We highly recommend!!

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  8. Julia

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the crab cakes, Never take these off the menu. The space was great, the food was good, the jazz band was perfect and not too loud.

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  9. Brooke

    E. Tennessee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Michelle, was fantastic! It was our anniversary and they provided a complimentary glass of champagne and the food was incredible.

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  10. Craig

    E. Tennessee

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply one of Knoxville’s finest restaurants by far. From the moment that’s you are greeted at the door until you leave your experience will be one of the most memorable. The food is always fresh and delicious. And the ambiance is beyond comforting and inviting. The staff will absolutely go beyond their way to make sure you are part of the family!! Make this one of your must visit destinations 👍👍👍👍

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The Marlowe is rated 4.8 stars by 1479 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for The Marlowe

1123 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    SW corner of Anderson &amp; Central
  • Area
    Knoxville
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Robert McDonald III
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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