Dining

Taste the Spirit of Tennessee

At The Tennessean, dining is its own kind of ritual, bringing East Tennessee’s finest ingredients to the table thanks to menus that rotate with the best of the seasons.

Farm-fresh breakfast, artful small plates, delicious entrées, then perhaps a Smoked Old Fashioned as the city lights soften into dusk. Sundays and special occasions unfold over the region’s only traditional Afternoon Tea, brought to you with quintessential southern charm. Every meal here is a moment to savor.

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The Drawing Room

Your Tennessee Table Is Set

Named for a place of gathering, conversation, and pause, The Drawing Room is shaped by Appalachian tradition and defined by locally sourced ingredients and The Tennessean’s elevated service.

Amber liquid is poured from a mixing glass into a short cocktail glass containing a large ice sphere and an orange peel, resting on a white marble surface.
Seared steak and two potato cakes, garnished with microgreens and brown sauce, on a white plate. A red wine glass and cutlery are beside a map-patterned napkin.
Signature Afternoon Tea

A Fine Cup Of Southern Charm

A weekend experience designed for guests to pause for a moment, The Tennessean overlooks the sparkling Sunsphere in The Drawing Room and features flavors inspired by Knoxville gardens and Smoky Mountain flora. Your new favorite East Tennessee tradition.

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Coffee Shop At Maker Exchange

Perk Up Your Day

You’ll find fresh, local coffee from Vienna Coffee Co. next door at the Maker Exchange. Sip from a locally made mug, settle in for breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and smoothies, or grab to go and savor on your own time. Love your new favorite mug? Take it home with you.

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Tavern At Maker Exchange

Creative & Colorful Fare

Located in the heart of Maker Exchange, Tavern offers a vibrant dining experience featuring creative American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, a lively atmosphere inspired by Knoxville’s maker spirit, and a weekend brunch that can’t be missed.

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NEARBY OPTIONS

Some of the Best Dining in Tennessee

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  • Stock & Barrel

    A large, sesame-seed bun burger with bacon, cheese, and lettuce, skewered and presented on a black plate. It is accompanied by golden onion rings, dark bread, and a small bowl of white sauce.

  • Tavern at Makers Exchange

    Roasted poultry leg with exposed bone, plated with mixed greens, chives, and vegetables. Two blurred wine glasses, one with red wine, sit on a white tablecloth.

  • Marble City Kitchen

    Assorted bruschetta on a white plate with greens and pesto are presented alongside a glass and decanter of red wine. Fresh tomatoes, eggplant, and bread are on a wooden table.

  • Ruth's Chris

    A grilled steak, garnished with rosemary, is partially sliced on a dark wooden cutting board, with potato wedges, a red sauce cup, and a meat fork nearby.

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Yes, The Drawing Room serves delicious seasonal menus and craft cocktails, with room service also available. There are also many dining and nightlife options within walking distance of The Tennessean’s downtown Knoxville location.

Yes, in-room dining is available during the following hours:

  • Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Saturday–Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Saturday 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Complimentary water and Coca-Cola products are available at the front desk. Additional snacks are available for purchase at Marriott’s sundry shop, our on-site coffee shop, and our restaurant.

The hotel restaurant, The Drawing Room, is open for breakfast Monday–Friday 7:00–10:00 a.m.

and Saturday–Sunday 7:00– 11:00 a.m. It is not included in the price of your stay.

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  • An elegant catering spread on white spoons, decorated with purple orchid flowers, as a person reaches for a piece.
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  • Hands pouring tea from a white and gold teapot into a blue and gold teacup on a marble table, next to a matching tea set and a three-tiered high tea tray filled with pastries, macarons, and sandwiches.
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