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Bistro By The Tracks - The Marlowe, Knoxville, TN

The Marlowe

4.9
4.9
1487 Reviews
$31 to $50
Continental

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood 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 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    Knoxville
  • Cross street
    SW corner of Anderson & 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 1,487 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • East Tennessee

    Best Overall

  • East Tennessee

    Best Food

  • East Tennessee

    Innovative

  • East Tennessee

    Neighborhood gem

  • East Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Knoxville

    Best Overall

  • Knoxville

    Best Food

  • Knoxville

    Best Ambiance

  • Knoxville

    Innovative

  • Knoxville

    Healthy

  • Knoxville

    Hot spot

  • Knoxville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Knoxville

    Great for fine wines

  • Knoxville

    Romantic

  • Knoxville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Marlowe offers a "cozy but elegant" ambiance with exposed brick and warm wood, creating a welcoming and intimate dining experience. Guests rave about the "delicious and beautifully presented" food, including standout dishes like mushroom gnocchi and crab cakes. Service is "outstanding," with attentive and knowledgeable staff who enhance the experience.

1,487 Reviews

  1. Lisa

    E. Tennessee

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, yummy craft cocktails, excellent service. What's not to like?

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  2. Laurie

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the Marlowe. It is such a great restaurant that will encourage people to visit north knoxville. Love the roast chicken and ribeye. We are all so fortunate!!

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  3. lisa

    Western NC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, great food and ambiance. One of my favorite restaurants in Knoxville.

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  4. David

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love The Marlowe! Welcoming staff, cozy atmosphere with exposed brick and warm wood, creative menu, and delicious food. Highly recommended.

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  5. Michael

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was excellent! A very thoughtful staff. Michelle our server is the best 😊 we can’t say enough about it. Never disappoints! We will always be returning customers 😊

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  6. Ken

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Relatively new menu options… shrimp was greatly enjoyed by two in our party. The bouillabaisse was loved by another and new pairings with the salmon were nice - tomatoes, strawberries and mushrooms. Mike, as always, provided outstanding service.

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  7. ChristyB

    E. Tennessee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Marlowe is one of my favorite restaurants in Knoxville. They have an amazing ambiance, superb food and fabulous wine. Tuesdays are Jazz night so grab your friends and head to Happy Holler for a midweek treat!

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  8. Todd

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great food,service and else atmosphere! We will be back for sure!

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  9. Jessica

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    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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  10. Karen

    Las Vegas

    42 reviews

    3.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 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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The Marlowe is rated 4.9 stars by 1487 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for The Marlowe

1123 N Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    SW corner of Anderson & Central
  • Neighborhood
    Knoxville
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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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