Chesapeake's Downtown

4.7 (1042)

$31 to $50

Seafood

600 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

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2 people

May 13, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

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.

Additional information

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
Neighborhood
Knoxville
Parking details
Private Lot
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,042 people are saying

Chesapeake's Downtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Knoxville
Great for brunch
Knoxville
Neighborhood gem
Knoxville
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chesapeake's Downtown offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service and food" that makes guests eager to return. The seafood, particularly the crab cakes and scallops, receives high praise. Attentive servers enhance the experience, ensuring celebrations are memorable. Some minor issues with food freshness and service consistency were noted, but the overall ambiance and cuisine consistently impress.

1,042 Reviews

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Lance
Western NC12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were excellent as usual! Can’t wait to come back for another visit.
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Rebecca VIP
E. Tennessee25 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite places. Somewhat like an old time fish house…but upscale. Seafood has always been fresh, and my friend had grilled chicken tonight and loved it. Service was very good…quick and eager to please. I enjoyed the Maryland Seafood Salad…lots of crab, perfect boiled shrimp, & grilled scallops. Finished with key lime pie…yum! If you’re there when Strawberry Shortcake is on the menu, it’s very good…served on a homemade biscuit.
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Fred VIP
Fort Lauderdale7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always outstanding in every way!! Also try the Delaware pie for dessert! Yummy!!
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Derick
Miami3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter Mr. Love was Outstanding. The food was amazing. Thank you for a great date night.
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Joseph VIP
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing server who was on top of everything! He gave us great suggestions, stayed on top of our order and drinks, while also giving us space. Loved the cozier ambience here better than the West Knoxville location(much quieter and smaller). We will be back!
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Alyson VIP
Coastal Georgia19 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was great. Service was not, which contributed to lower rating
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Indiana5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious! Service was amazing! We loved our whole experience! Great introduction to Knoxville
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Anne VIP
Western NC10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food! Waiter was very genuine and took great care of us. Food was Delicious as always!
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David VIP
E. Tennessee3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding in every way! Great lunch on Easter Sunday!
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Joe
Charleston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience last evening was outstanding. The food was excellent (crabcakes for her, blackened scallops for me). Erin was our server, and she was very good. She made sure everything was there on time, from the opening drinks order to the appetizer (Oysters Chesapeake). It was our anniversary, so she made sure we took advantage of the free dessert (Slower Delaware Pie- the best dessert anywhere). Overall, it was a great dinner.
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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 1042 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 10 times today

600 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902

Additional information

Neighborhood
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 Lot
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, Takeout, 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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