Chesapeake's Downtown

4.7

1027 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

10:00 pm

Booked 24 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Chesapeake’s Downtown derives much of its authentic Eastern Shore qualities from décor that features genuine nautical antiques and artifacts. Pairing this cozy, seaside ambiance with welcoming service and fresh ingredients has made it the perfect spot for creating memorable moments.

As part of the Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants, Chesapeake’s Downtown offers fresh seafood that’s sourced daily, local, handcrafted microbrews, an extensive wine list and prime-graded beef. Chesapeake’s Downtown is known for live Maine lobster, Maryland Crab cakes, a variety of fresh fish, and assorted oyster selection.

Chesapeake’s Downtown features a Sunday brunch and happy hour in the bar/lounge. Full menus — including gluten free options are available and can be enjoyed on our patio. Free onsite parking.

Whether you come for the food, the drinks, or the atmosphere, you’re in for an unforgettable experience at Chesapeake’s Downtown.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Grill, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(865) 673-3433
Website
http://www.chesapeakes.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Two private rooms available each seating 20-25 guests. Please contact restaurant for more information.

Location
600 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902
Area
Knoxville
Parking details
Private Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,027 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Knoxville
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chesapeake's Downtown offers a vibrant seafood dining experience in Knoxville. Guests rave about the "fresh seafood," "excellent service," and "amazing food." The "old school seafood restaurant vibe" and "lovely classic atmosphere" enhance the dining experience. Highlight dishes include the "crab bisque," "Maryland crab cakes," and "grilled shrimp."

1,027 Reviews

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Teresa
San Diego12 reviews
2.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The service was very welcoming, friendly and attentive. The food quality was very poor tasted like thawed frozen food.
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JanieW
San Francisco2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The server made several errors that were distracting to the meal. Cocktail was not delivered as ordered, had to be remade. Had to request a takeout box numerous times. Tickets were given to guests incorrectly, we to swap around. Gift card was taken off wrong ticket, tickets had to be redone. Not the standard of experience we usually get.
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Martha
Nashville6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our experience was nice. Our sever Dana was wonderful! Fun and efficent !
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Sara
Charlotte2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second time eating at Chesapeakes and it does not disappoint. Simply the best and we can’t wait to come back!
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Lindsay VIP
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food with very reasonable wait time after ordering. Mike provided excellent service!
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Pam
E. Tennessee5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful place for a good seafood meal. The smoked trout appetizer was outstanding as usual. We had a reservation and asked for a booth but they tried to seat us a small table and I am wearing a boot on my right foot so that would have been tight and no place to put my crutch or prop my leg so I asked to be moved and they did so right away. The drink my husband was served was not good, way too much ice, and not served properly for the type of drink so he told the waiter Jon Micheal and Jon Micheal said he would correct the bartender but still charged us for the drink! That was not cool. Thus the lower rating. Everything else was fabulous
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Glenda
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great. Our server was great. We love Chesapeake.
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Michael VIP
Chicago30 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great food, because it was Valentines Day, we were seated in an annex area (no complaints, we were seated early). Changed up the ambiance and service a bit, but I will still highly recommend the restaurant and location (Downtown, can't be beat.).
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Ron
San Francisco10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and nice restaurant with a lot to choose from and great service. Seafood and steaks!!
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Jason VIP
New Orleans3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Old and stuffy boomer food. Really nice server though.
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Chesapeake's Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (865) 673-3433.

Chesapeake's Downtown is rated 4.7 stars by 1027 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

10:00 pm

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

600 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

Additional information

Area
Knoxville
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Grill, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chesapeakes.com/
Phone number
(865) 673-3433
Private party facilities
Two private rooms available each seating 20-25 guests. Please contact restaurant for more information.

Chesapeake's Downtown

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