Lonesome Dove - Knoxville

4.8

1987 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Chef & Owner Tim Love has designed a menu influenced by all of the ingredients and cultures that have been a part of the West since the first adventure began on the Goodnight-Loving and Chisholm Trails — with an added level of modern sophistication. Items on the Lonesome Dove Western Bistro menu range from an inventive selection of steaks and seafood to dishes such as Wagyu Tomahawk, Buffalo Ribeye, Wild Boar, and Rabbit & Rattlesnake Sausage. Tim Love has received numerous awards and accolades from the likes of The New York Times, Wine Spectator, Food & Wine, Zagat, Southern Living, Esquire, and more. Tim Love is known for celebrating the food and culture of the American West and adding an elegant, modern twist.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wild Game
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(865) 999-5251
Website
http://www.lonesomedoveknoxville.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Tim Love/Chef de Cuisine Jason Scott
Catering
Please visit: www.timlovecatering.com for more information.
Private party facilities
The Lonesome Dove Western Bistro's Sullivan Ballroom is an intimate venue for special occasions and private events, overlooking the Historic Old City in an industrial, modern atmosphere. The Social Dove offers an outdoor setting for private events in the Old City with a full stage for live music and a private outdoor bar.

Location
100 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
Area
Knoxville
Cross Street
Jackson Ave
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bison GnocchiUSD 91.00
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Elk LoinUSD 63.00
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Rainbow TroutUSD 44.00
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Pork ChopsUSD 53.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
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ScallopsUSD 44.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
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Chile RellenoUSD 38.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
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Extra GBG ButterUSD 3.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
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Side DemiUSD 10.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
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Rabbit RavioliUSD 41.00
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Lamb ChopsUSD 62.00
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RedfishUSD 45.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
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Hand Cut Steaks

Prime Wagyu NY StripUSD 90.00
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- MediumUSD 0.00
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Tomahawk SET PRICEUSD 195.00
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Shareable Sides

Burnt CarrotsUSD 10.00
Crispy Brussel SproutsUSD 14.00
Truffle Mac n CheeseUSD 14.00
Yukon Gold MashUSD 12.00
French FriesUSD 12.00
Grilled AsparagusUSD 15.00
Roasted MushroomsUSD 18.00
GnocchiUSD 14.00
Extra SauceUSD 2.00

Desserts

ChurrosUSD 12.00
Ancho Chile Chocolate CakeUSD 12.00
Tuaca FlanUSD 12.00
Cheesecake JarsUSD 12.00
A La ModeUSD 6.00
CheesecakeUSD 12.00
Cake Cutting FeeUSD 25.00

Holiday Menu

QuailUSD 9.00
SquashUSD 35.00
ShankUSD 53.00
TurduckenUSD 57.00
TruffleUSD 14.00

What 1,987 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
5Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lonesome Dove - Knoxville offers a unique dining experience with "amazing food and service." The menu features creative, flavorful dishes like the "bison ribeye" and "rabbit rattlesnake sausage," complemented by "innovative drinks." The ambiance is charmingly western, perfect for special occasions. While pricey, the culinary adventure is often well worth it.

1,987 Reviews

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Patrick VIP
E. Tennessee21 reviews
4.0
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Meat was great as it always is however I thought it was too fatty
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paul
Richmond4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Foods were good but the fish I had was way over salted.
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Angelo
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and amazing service. Unique menu and great dishes!
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David VIP
Nashville4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Do not sleep on the elk sliders. The rabbit-rattlesnake sausage was mighty tasty as well. Everything was great, all the way through the churro dessert. I dig it.
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Kelly
Alabama1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I can’t remember our waiter’s name but he was amazing! The place was decorated beautifully and the food was amazing
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Jason VIP
E. Tennessee35 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. This place has a menu of things you won’t find anywhere else. All cooked to perfection in a professional atmosphere. Highly recommended!
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FaleriaD
E. Tennessee3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and Shelby was a delightful server. I have food allergies and she was very thorough in advising me as to what to stay away from. Overall experience was wonderful.
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Matt
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience, service, and food were all top notch. It was a perfect setting to celebrate our wedding.
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Tyler
E. Tennessee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance at Lonesome Dove is always unmatched. The service was prompt, informative, and friendly. Not only were the courses delicious and beautifully presented, each dish surpassed expectation. The overall experience was immaculate.
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Jason VIP
Memphis/West TN82 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I found out about this restaurant the other day and wanted to try it for brunch. The building is from the late 1800s. It has been converted into a western boutique restaurant. The menu is very eclectic, but I went specifically for the 16 ounce prime rib that was only $20. I can say it was one of the best prime ribs I’ve ever had. And the value was amazing our server, Jake, did an excellent job of advising us about the menu. It was an excellent server as well. I highly recommend this restaurant not only for brunch But for dinner.
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100 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Jackson Ave
Area
Knoxville
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wild Game
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tim Love/Chef de Cuisine Jason Scott
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lonesomedoveknoxville.com/
Phone number
(865) 999-5251
Catering
Please visit: www.timlovecatering.com for more information.
Private party facilities
The Lonesome Dove Western Bistro's Sullivan Ballroom is an intimate venue for special occasions and private events, overlooking the Historic Old City in an industrial, modern atmosphere. The Social Dove offers an outdoor setting for private events in the Old City with a full stage for live music and a private outdoor bar.

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Fettine

Fettine SingleUSD 14.00

Fettine DuoUSD 18.00

Fettine TrioUSD 24.00

Fist Course

Rabbit Rattlesnake SausageUSD 6.00

Lobster HushpuppiesUSD 8.00

Hamachi TostadaUSD 7.00

Blue Crab CakesUSD 11.00

Wood Fired OystersUSD 5.00

Elk-Foie Gras SlidersUSD 11.00

Boar RibsUSD 18.00

Second Course

Bowl of Texas RedUSD 12.00

Butter LettuceUSD 15.00

Baby Gem LettuceUSD 15.00

Baby KaleUSD 16.00

Main Course

Bison GnocchiUSD 91.00

Elk LoinUSD 63.00

Rainbow TroutUSD 44.00

Pork ChopsUSD 53.00

ScallopsUSD 44.00

Chile RellenoUSD 38.00

Extra GBG ButterUSD 3.00

Side DemiUSD 10.00

Rabbit RavioliUSD 41.00

Lamb ChopsUSD 62.00

RedfishUSD 45.00

Hand Cut Steaks

Prime Wagyu NY StripUSD 90.00

Tomahawk SET PRICEUSD 195.00

Shareable Sides

Burnt CarrotsUSD 10.00

Crispy Brussel SproutsUSD 14.00

Truffle Mac n CheeseUSD 14.00

Yukon Gold MashUSD 12.00

French FriesUSD 12.00

Grilled AsparagusUSD 15.00

Roasted MushroomsUSD 18.00

GnocchiUSD 14.00

Extra SauceUSD 2.00

Desserts

ChurrosUSD 12.00

Ancho Chile Chocolate CakeUSD 12.00

Tuaca FlanUSD 12.00

Cheesecake JarsUSD 12.00

A La ModeUSD 6.00

CheesecakeUSD 12.00

Cake Cutting FeeUSD 25.00

Holiday Menu

QuailUSD 9.00

SquashUSD 35.00

ShankUSD 53.00

TurduckenUSD 57.00

TruffleUSD 14.00

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