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Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in East Tennessee

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall healthy cuisine in East Tennessee? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Gourmet and Company restaurant
4.9
4.9 (725)
$31 to $50
American
Johnson City
About the restaurant
A Johnson City tradition since 1989, Gourmet and Company offers a dining experience that is unique to the region. Dinner menu selections run the gamut from traditional fine dinning classics to exciting specials including exotic meats and exceedingly fresh seafood. Lunches are casual and perfect for socializing or business. We also have an indoor lounge and outdoor patio bar that are fully stocked with a wide selection of wines, fine spirits, and craft beers.
Top review
Page Marie
Dined 3 days ago
The ambiance of Gourmet and Company has always been serene every time we dine. The special evening offerings are always our go-to selections. Every meal has always been crafted and paired with quality. The service has always been exceptional as well. We will continue to return.
A photo of Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro restaurant
4.9
4.9 (3638)
$50 and over
American
Knoxville
About the restaurant
At Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro, we know that great food begins with fresh, quality sourced local ingredients. On our Modern Appalachian menu, Chef Jeff Carter and culinary team present seasonal and delicious dishes that are familiar and steeped in tradition yet enhanced with bold new dashes of flavor and component combinations that may surprise and delight you.

Dancing Bear provides a premium lodging experience. We bring the same commitment to excellence to our award-winning restaurant and full bar. Whether enjoying a romantic dinner for two or bringing the extended family together for a celebratory meal, we want your night out in Townsend to be a special experience. We offer a refined assortment of modern Appalachian cuisine — all served among elegant surroundings and calming wooded vistas.

Top review
Kathryn
Dined 2 days ago
Dancing Bear is the best restaurant in East TN. We tried the Brunch today and it did not disappoint. I loved the cheesy grits and biscuits and gravy but everything was amazing. Service is always warm and friendly and they always take great care of their guests. Can’t wait to go back!
A photo of Harvest - Downtown restaurant
4.8
4.8 (735)
$30 and under
Unspecified
Knoxville
About the restaurant
Please call the restaurant to make a reservation - 865-544-1491
Top review
Marisa
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
We loved spending Christmas Eve here! Delicious meal, really thoughtful and helpful server (Jett), perfect ambiance, we loved everything!
A photo of Amada Tapas restaurant
4.8
4.8 (306)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
Chattanooga
About the restaurant
Amada is a tapas and wine bar on the southside of downtown Chattanooga. "Amada" is a female name of Spanish origin meaning beloved/loveable woman. We serve traditional Spanish plates that honor the seasonal, local ingredients of the area while celebrating southern simplicity and hospitality.
Our Mission: Do right and exceed expectations.
At Amada, we lead by putting people first. We strive to provide the best possible dining experience for our patrons while showcasing Spanish dishes, wines, and techniques. Amada's beverage menu displays signature sangrias and cocktails, a Spanish forward wine list, and local beers on tap!

Amada hosts a perfect dining experience for celebrations, date night, or just a fun night out of the house! We look forward to serving you. Cheers!


Top review
Bridgit
Dined 3 days ago
Super comfy ambience, incredible service, solid array of drink options, and amazing food!! Seriously 10/10 on tapas size and food quality. I will definitely be back! Recommend for a little date night, as it's a little darker lighting inside.
A photo of STIR - Knoxville restaurant
4.8
4.8 (679)
$31 to $50
American
Knoxville
About the restaurant
STIR is the perfect restaurant to sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters, enjoy a night out, or meet for lunch. Located in the heart of Old City, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

Great food starts with fresh, local ingredients. Our kitchen prepares everything from scratch, and our signature raw bar is stocked with fresh oysters and seasonal seafood. STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure. We welcome Knoxville to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality

Top review
erinVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Stir was awesome! We started with the oysters Rockefeller which were to die for. We also enjoyed the truffle fries and the cheeseburger egg rolls which were delicious. I had the halibut which was good but needed extra sauce. I asked for the beurre blanc sauce which made it perfect. My friend got the chicken caprese which tasted great, too! Will definitely go back! Make sure to make a reservation!
A photo of Wilder at Windy Hill Farm and Preserve restaurant
4.8
4.8 (62)
$50 and over
Contemporary Southern
Loudon
About the restaurant
Voted "Best Splurge Worthy Restaurant" by Travel Awaits.

Appalachian tradition is rich in grit, resourceful charm, and determination, which drives our culinary heritage. At Wilder, we cultivate farm-to-table ingredients transformed by an appreciation for international cuisine to offer a fun and unique approach to well-loved Southern staples.

Four-Course Dinner experience offered Thursday - Saturday $85/person.

20% service fee assessed on all charges. Additional tipping optional.

Limited reservations are offered nightly. Non-alcoholic beverages included.

Top review
T
Dined 6 days ago
I took my fiancé to dine there for his birthday and he was blown away by the overall experience and culinary tastes! I’ve dined at Windy Hill several times and I’m always impressed with the whole experience! Having such an outstanding and upscale 4 course culinary restaurant in my backyard is wonderful! I highly recommend the wild game steak, elk or bison, and the fish, sea bass or grouper!
A photo of Honey Seed restaurant
4.7
4.7 (84)
$30 and under
American
Chattanooga
About the restaurant
Honey Seed specializes in hand-rolled Montreal-style bagels and woodfired pizza. We are fresh, made from scratch and local. We are open 7am to 9pm daily.
Honey Seed also has a full brunch menu, salads, paninis, pizza starting at 12pm and burgers for dinner.

Top review
KellyVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Fun and flavorful…great wait staff especially Heather.
A photo of Nama Sushi Bar - Downtown restaurant
4.6
4.6 (441)
$30 and under
Sushi
Knoxville
About the restaurant
Nama is the premier sushi location and has been consistently voted number one for sushi in the Knoxville area. Whether you are looking to test the waters with your first sushi experience as many have since our opening, looking for a romantic dinner on date night, or headed out for a night with friends or family, Nama is the perfect place for you.
Top review
Jessica
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Food was excellent - but the real standout was our server. They were attentive, friendly and made excellent recommendations!!!
A photo of The Melting Pot- Gatlinburg restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1645)
$31 to $50
Fondue
Gatlinburg
About the restaurant
The Melting Pot sits on the second level of TGI Friday's and overlooks the Parkway in Downtown Gatlinburg. Watch the passersby and take in the Gatlinburg skyline, or choose one of our more romantic and intimate tables. Whether you're craving a duet of cheese and chocolate fondue or want to experience all four courses, we've got you covered.

If you're looking to try something new during your next visit to the Smokies, we encourage you to visit The Melting Pot. We are the premier restaurant in Gatlinburg for celebrating a special occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, wedding, anniversary, a long overdue date night or simply just spending an evening in Gatlinburg, let us make your special occasion even more sweet.

***Party sizes larger than 11 please call the restaurant directly

Top review
Courtney
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and our waiter was friendly and efficient.
A photo of The Melting Pot - Knoxville restaurant
4.3
4.3 (1911)
$31 to $50
Fondue
Knoxville
About the restaurant
For a dining experience you won't soon forget, travel into Knoxville Historical District of the Old City, where you will find the staple Melting Pot nestled on the end of Central Street. The Melting Pot of the Old City has been creating the perfect nights out for over twenty years and can't wait to celebrate with you. The Melting Pot offers a truly unique dining experience created by the art of fondue. The leisurely 4-course dining experience sets us apart from other restaurants, giving you and your family or friends the time to reconnect, laugh and enjoy each others company. Combine our delicious cheese fondues prepared table side, our fresh salads, and exquisite entrees, including choices of seafood, steak, poultry, and fresh local vegetables. Compliment your dining experience 4 course meal with one of our decadent chocolate fondues from Cacao-Trace farms. We proudly offer gluten-free dining options for all four courses and can accommodate most food allergies as well.
Top review
TonyaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
We really enjoyed our meal. Our server Evan was great. One of our favorite restaurants
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