Chesapeake's Downtown

4.7

1026 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Mar 3, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 13 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

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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Location
600 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone number
(865) 673-3433
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

What 1,026 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
Great for brunch
Knoxville
Good for groups
Knoxville
Hot spot
Knoxville
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Chesapeake's Downtown offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service and food." Diners appreciate the "great seafood" and diverse menu options, including beef and chicken. The atmosphere is lively and comfortable, making it a "special night out place to go." Consistently praised for "excellent service," it's a Knoxville favorite.

1,026 Reviews

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JanieW
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 22, 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
Nashville
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 18, 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
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 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. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 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. Tennessee
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 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
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 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
Chicago
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 15, 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 Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 14, 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 Orleans
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 9, 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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Keaton
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I love the food but I think for the prices it could be a bit more luxurious inside.
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FAQs

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 1026 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 3, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 13 times today

600 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

Additional information

Phone number
(865) 673-3433
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

Chesapeake's Downtown

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Private dining

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What 1,026 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Chesapeake's Downtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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