3 Best Italian Restaurants in Knoxville, TN

Expert-recommended Top 3 Italian Restaurants in Knoxville, Tennessee. All of our italian restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL KNOXVILLE

324 North Peters Road,
Knoxville, TN 37922 Directions

Since 1892

Specialities:

Lasagna Shrimp and Scallop Linguine alla Vodka Mezzaluna Fettuccine Weesie Spaghetti Fettuccine Carrabba Lobster Ravioli Classics Combination Shrimp Scampi Calamari Mozzarella Marinara Tuscan Breadstick Tower Meatballs and Ricotta Four-cheese and Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms Tomato Caprese With Fresh Burrata Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes The Johnny Trio Chicken Trio

"Carrabba's Italian Grill Knoxville is an authentic Italian restaurant that offers a wide selection of menu items, including pasta, seafood, chicken, appetizers, salads, and desserts. They use only the best ingredients to prepare fresh and handmade dishes cooked in a lively kitchen. The restaurant offers a comfortable dining experience with outdoor seating, patio dining, complimentary Wi-Fi, and convenient carryout options. Guests can enjoy their meals in a relaxed atmosphere, whether dining indoors or outdoors. They can also explore the restaurant’s cocktail selections and take advantage of happy hour specials available at the bar area for a complete dining experience.

2026 Highlights: They offer a wide selection of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian dishes, ensuring guests with various dietary needs and preferences have suitable meal options to enjoy."

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Menu:

PASTA:
Mezzaluna $21.99
Filet & Shrimp Toscana $29.99
Lasagna $19.49
Shrimp And Scallop Linguine Alla Vodka $25.99
Fettuccine Weesie $23.99
Fettuccine Carrabba $22.99
Spaghetti $15.99
Lobster Ravioli $25.99
APPETIZERS:
Mozzarella Marinara $11.99
Classics Combination $15.99
Shrimp Scampi $12.99
Calamari $14.99
Tuscan Breadstick Tower $8.99
Meatballs And Ricotta $8.49
Four-Cheese And Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms $9.49
Tomato Caprese With Fresh Burrata $11.99
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes $15.99
TRIOS:
The Johnny Trio* $26.99
Chicken Trio $30.99
Chicken & More:
Chicken Piccata $24.99
Chicken Parmesan $23.99
Chicken Bryan $25.99
Chicken Marsala $25.99
Pollo Rosa Maria $26.99
Tuscan - Grilled Chicken $22.99
Eggplant Parmesan $21.99
Steaks & Chops:
Tuscan-Grilled Sirloin 7 Oz $23.99

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Contact:

(865) 692-2223

Sun: 11am - 9m
Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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EMILIA

16 Market Square,
Knoxville, TN 37902 Directions

Since 2016

Specialities:

Le Graça The Original 2018 Le Tina Le Celso The Fátima Le Natal The Portuguese Burrito The Frango Bowl The Medeiros Bowl The Ferreira Bowl The Ronaldo Bowl The Pacheco Bowl The Martins Bowl The Medeiros Mini Bowl The Ferreira Mini Bowl The Pacheco Mini Bowl The Martins Mini Bowl Le Miguel The Cristiano Le Antonio Le Georges Le Matteo Whole Grilled Chicken Natas Chocolat Dubai Natas Nutella Oreo Natas Biscoff Natas Dot Cake Natas Regulières

"Emilia provides Italian dishes that are inspired by the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The restaurant offers house-made pastas, which are paired with wine in a brick-walled space. All their pastas are made in-house daily. Their team of chefs selects handpicked ingredients to supply the best quality food to their customers. Savor their Polenta and Meatballs Pomodoro, which features creamy Shelton Farm polenta topped with traditional meatballs, San Marzano tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of Pecorino Romano. They aim to provide exceptional customer service at affordable prices. Emilia provides free parking options.

2026 Highlights: They offer a variety of vegetarian-friendly, vegan, and gluten-free options, making it easy for guests with different dietary preferences and restrictions to find suitable meal choices."

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Menu:

SANDWICHES:
Le Graça $22.35+
The Original 2018 $17.95+
Le Tina $24.95+
Le Celso $23.15+
The Fatima $22.05+
Le Natal $25.65+
The Portuguese Burrito $12.95+
Emilia's Bowls:
The Frango Bowl $21.95+
The Medeiros Bowl $23.50+
The Ferreira Bowl $24.95+
The Ronaldo Bowl $23.50+
The Pacheco Bowl $24.95+
The Martins Bowl $22.95+
MINI BOWLS:
The Medeiros Mini Bowl $11.95+
The Ferreira Mini Bowl $12.95+
The Pacheco Mini Bowl $12.95+
The Martins Mini Bowl $11.95+
FAMOUS CHICKEN:
Le Miguel $19.95+
The Cristiano $26.95+
Le Antonio $24.50+
Le Georges $23.95+
Le Matteo $14.95+
Whole Grilled Chicken $29.95+
DESSERTS:
Natas Chocolat Dubai $3.95+
Natas Nutella Oreo $4+
Natas Biscoff $3.95+
Natas Dot Cake $3.95+
3 Natas Regulières $8.50+
6 Natas Regulières $17+

Contact:

(865) 313-2472

Tue-Thu: 5pm - 9:30pm
Fri & Sat: 5pm - 10pm
Sun: 5pm - 9pm
Mon: Closed

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OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT KNOXVILLE

7206 Kingston Pike,
Knoxville, TN 37919 Directions

Since 1982

Specialities:

Chicken Alfredo Calabrian Steak and Shrimp Bucatini Creamy Mushroom Ravioli Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara Shrimp Carbonara Tour Of Italy Shrimp Alfredo Ravioli Carbonara Lasagna Classico Spaghetti and Meatballs Spaghetti With Meat Sauce Spaghetti With Marinara Fettuccine Alfredo Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo Stuffed Chicken Marsala Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo Shrimp Scampi Seafood Alfredo Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Cheese Ravioli

"Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Knoxville has an inviting ambience with an elegant dining atmosphere. The restaurant offers a wide range of menus including homemade pasta, entrees, alfredos, appetizers, salads, and desserts. Their team of professional chefs prepares all their dishes in an open kitchen. Taste their flavor of classic entrees, such as Chicken Parmigiana or everyone’s favorite Fettuccine Alfredo. They provide a convenient dining experience with free Wi-Fi, online ordering, and Carside Pickup, making it easy for guests to enjoy their favorite meals whether dining in or ordering takeout. The restaurant also offers curbside pickup, gift cards, and catering services.

2026 Highlights: They offer a complimentary birthday dessert to guests dining at the restaurant. Guests can also join their eClub to receive exclusive offers, special promotions, updates, and coupons throughout the year."

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Menu:

CREATE YOUR OWN PASTA:
Create Your Own Pasta $13.99
Classic Entrées:
Chicken Alfredo $20.49
Creamy Mushroom Ravioli $17.29
Shrimp Carbonara $23.49
Chicken Parmigiana $20.29
Tour Of Italy $22.49
Shrimp Alfredo $21.29
Ravioli Carbonara $18.29
Lasagna Classico $18.49
Spaghetti With Meat Sauce $13.99
Spaghetti With Marinara $13.99
Stuffed Chicken Marsala $20.79
Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo $21.79
Shrimp Scampi $20.79
Seafood Alfredo $22.29
Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno $17.99
Cheese Ravioli $17.29
Chicken Scampi $20.79
Eggplant Parmigiana $17.49
HOMEMADE SOUPS:
Homemade Soups Large (Serves 12): $29.99
Homemade Soups (Serves 6): $19.29
Homemade Soups (Single Serving): $8.79
Breadsticks And Dipping Sauces:
Breadsticks (V): $4.49
DESSERTS:
Chocolate Lasagna (V): $9.79
Tiramisu (V): $9.44

Discount:

Get 5% Off for When You Purchase from $500-$999

Get 10% Off for When You Purchase from $1000-more

Contact:

(865) 584-7300

Sun-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri-Sat: 11pm - 11pm

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