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From its thriving arts scene and award-winning restaurants to stunning surrounding nature, there’s a lot to like about Knoxville.
In addition, as it’s a popular destination, it’s no surprise that there are also many great happy hour specials to take advantage of while exploring great bars in Knoxville.
So whether you’re looking for a delicious meal or a sip of your favorite beverage at a discount, check out the following list.
Here is the best happy hour in Knoxville you need to discover.
Union Jack’s English Pub
124 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919
Phone: (865) 584-5161
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Union Jack’s English Pub offers great food, a patio, games, and over 220 international beers.
Located in Bearden, off Northshore Drive, the pub is open seven days a week, and its menu consists of various sandwiches and snack-type food, such as dips, soup, chips, and more.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm – $10 Miller High Life Buckets. Sunday from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am – $4 Lemon-Berry Bombs, $5.25 High Noons, and $3.75 PBR.
Nama Sushi Bar
Multiple Locations
Phone: (865) 633-8539
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You might not immediately think of sushi when visiting Knoxville, but you will after Nama’s.
Originally located downtown, Nama’s opened in 2004 and followed that up with a second establishment in Bearden and a third in Cedar Bluff.
The big draw is its half-price rolls, which vary depending on the day.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday and Thursday from 4:00 pm until closed – 50% off rolls.
Tern Club
135 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 312-5530
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The Tern Club strives to be where to get a drink if your goal is a tropical destination in downtown Knoxville.
With a slate of exotic-sounding drinks like the Skolcrusher, Jungle Lullaby, and Mojave Green, it more than achieves its objective.
Offering wine, beer, and snacks, the Tern Club is on Gay Street.
Happy Hour Deals: Sunday to Friday until 6:00 pm – $6 Mojito, $6 Paloma, $6 Tamarind Whiskey Sour, and $1 off drafts, wines, well spirits.
Boyd’s Jig and Reel
101 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 247-7066
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If you are looking for an “authentic Scottish music and Whisky pub,” the Jig and Reel is where you want to end up.
With over 800 whiskies, live music, a sizable beer menu, and lighter and traditional dinner options, you might start at happy hour and end up at the Jig and Reel all night.
Happy Hour Deals: Tuesday to Sunday from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm – $1 off tap and $3 off wells.
Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille
11605 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934
Phone: (865) 392-1121
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The Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille provides American Bistro style food, ranging from snacks to full meals.
The establishment also offers the standard fare for cocktails, including wine, beer, and harder liquor.
Happy hours run daily with specials on food and drink. Seasons is located at Turkey Creek.
Happy Hour Deals: Everyday from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm – 50% off wine glasses, $2 off appetizers, $1 off all liquor drinks, and $1 off all bottle & draft beers.
Calhoun’s On The River
400 Neyland Dr, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 673-3355
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Calhoun’s is part of the Copper Cellar family of restaurants. It offers a wide variety of cocktails, beer, and types of wine.
As well as just about every type of bar and American food you can imagine, including fried pickles and Tennessee Bar-B-Q.
The atmosphere is busy with happy hours that offer drink and food specials.
Happy Hour Deals: Sunday to Thursday from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm – $6 wings, cocktails, and $6 appetizers.
Finn’s Irish Restaurant & Tavern
9000 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923
Phone: (865) 357-0894
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Finn’s strives to capture an authentic Irish atmosphere, including a robust drink menu of signature cocktails, wine, multiple draft and bottled beers, traditional Irish and American food, ranging from snacks to full entrees.
The tavern offers live music, bar, and sit-down eating and drinking opportunities and runs weekly specials.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday to Friday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm – $2 Off House Wine by the Glass, $5 Select Cocktails & Martinis, $2.50 Domestic Draft Beer, and $1 Off all Import Draft Beer.
Clancy’s Tavern & Whiskey House
602 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 219-1266
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Clancy’s Tavern & Whiskey House bills itself as an Irish pub and whiskey house.
Since 2014, Clancy’s has been a great place for happy hour during the week or to visit when you are downtown on the weekend.
Locally owned by two Knoxville natives, Clancy’s offers an assortment of whiskey, traditional cocktails, beer, and wine.
Happy Hour Deals: Thursday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm – $1 off wine glasses and $1.50 off wells.
Balter Beerworks
100 Broadway SW, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 999-5015
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If you are looking for homemade beers and “from scratch” food, Balter Beerworks is your place.
Located downtown, Balter’s offers the aforementioned beer, wine, and traditional cocktails, as well as appetizers, sandwiches, several taco options, and full entrees.
The establishment also prides itself on constantly updating its beer and food menus.
Happy Hour Deals: Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm – $1 off wells, $2 off beers, and $1 off wines.
Suttree’s High Gravity Tavern
409 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 934-3814
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Suttree’s has 32 rotating taps, which means you will always be visiting a “new” bar, at least regarding the beer.
That is the point of Suttree’s in downtown Knoxville. While it has mouth-watering food, most patrons come for the atmosphere and the chance to sample beers from all over.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday to Thursday from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm – $2 off all standard pint pours.
Central Flats and Taps
1204 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917
Phone: (865) 247-0392
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Flats and Taps has good food, but you probably will end up there for the beers.
Their menu offers over 30, including lagers or ciders, as well as wine and craft cocktails.
There are nightly and happy hour specials. The food is standard American with a focus on wraps and paninis.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday from 6:00 pm until closed – $5 central originals. Tuesday from 6:00 pm until closed – 25% off wine bottle and $1 off wine glasses. Wednesday from 6:00 pm until closed – pint night. Thursday from 6:00 pm until closed – $1 off all whiskey. Sunday from 6:00 pm until closed – $4 bloody marys, $5 double mimosas, $2.25 bud light or miller lite drafts.
Sunspot
2200 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916
Phone: (865) 637-4663
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Sunspot prides itself as an adult oasis amongst the college bars on “The Strip.”
With over 40 beers, wines, traditional cocktails, and traditional restaurant and bar food, Sunspot is a place where people from all walks of life congregate.
Enjoy happy hour in a traditional bar setting or on the rooftop deck.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday all day – $5 for Deep Eddy Martinis & Mimosas and $12 for Burger & Beer. Tuesday all day – $2 off Drafts. Wednesday from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm – 50% off wine bottles. Thursday after 6:00 pm – $2 off Beer. Friday from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm – $1 off all liquor, beer, and wine.
Downtown Grill & Brewery
424 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 633-8111
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The Downtown Grill & Brewery is located in the heart of Knoxville, sports a mahogany bar, and offers craft brews, wine, and traditional cocktails, including a bourbon bar.
The menu offers Mexican food, seafood, and traditional bar and restaurant fare. A local favorite, Downtown Grill is often packed during happy hour.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday to Friday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm – $3 Craft Pint/Mug, $4 House Wine, $3 Margarita & Long Island Iced Tea.
BABALU – Knoxville
412 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 951-0361
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Spacious, airy, and fun is the first impression you will get when entering BABALU, located in the historic J. C. Penney building downtown.
With Latin-inspired food, a laid-back, Bohemian atmosphere, and hand-crafted cocktails, BABALU places a premium on fun.
The bar offers an extensive wine list, focusing on Spanish varieties.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday Margarita all day – $6 classic margaritas. Tuesday Taco – $1 off all tacos. Wednesday Wine – $4 house wine by the glass, curated wine flight, and select discount bottles. Thursday Oyster – 50% off oysters, $5 bubbles & martinis.
Tennessee Taphouse
350 N Peters Rd, Knoxville, TN 37922
Phone: (865) 394-9425
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If you are looking for gourmet pizza and lots of beer choices, the Tennessee Taphouse should be your first choice.
Sited in West Knoxville, the Taphouse offers over 35 beers, live music, and an atmosphere for football and other sports.
It offers multiple permanent happy hour specials for draft beer, wine, and liquor.
Happy Hour Deals: Monday to Friday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm – $3 Domestic Drafts, $4 House Wines, $4 Well Liquor, $4 White and Red Sangrias, and $5 Margaritas and Long Island Tea.
Final Thoughts
Knoxville is a city rich in history, culture, and plenty of ways to have a great time.
The happy hour specials across the city are just as diverse, offering everything from the finest whiskeys to Japanese cuisine and more.
So the next time you visit Knoxville, consider checking out some of the happy hours from our list.
Let us know in the comments below which ones you’ve enjoyed the most.
Note: Happy hour times and specials may vary by day and location, so it’s always a good idea to check with the bar directly for the most accurate information.
Best Happy Hour in Knoxville
- Union Jack’s English Pub
- Nama Sushi Bar
- Tern Club
- Boyd’s Jig and Reel
- Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille
- Calhoun’s On The River
- Finn’s Irish Restaurant & Tavern
- Clancy’s Tavern & Whiskey House
- Balter Beerworks
- Suttree’s High Gravity Tavern
- Central Flats and Taps
- Sunspot
- Downtown Grill & Brewery
- BABALU – Knoxville
- Tennessee Taphouse
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