http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html http://st1.cdn.ypbot.net/prod/brands/yellowbot/logo_homepage_header.v0aa1e17.gif http://www.yellowbot.com/ http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html My girlfriend and I visited the DGB tonight, and met an extremely bright, unbelievably pleasant young man named Mark, who was nothing short of exemplary as a server. Our entire experience tonight was quite enjoyable, from the mouth-watering prime ribs we ate down to the amazing service we received. If you decide to visit the restaurant, I would recommend you request Mark as your server. He was very knowledgeable about the menu, as well as immensely efficient. We never waited for drink refills, which was fantastic due to the quality of beer served. He was also very adept at all of the trivia we were spouting back and forth with each other. Everything was above-and-beyond, and we will definitely visit again. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html DTGB is a definite college hangout! Beer is amazing and the food is fabulous. Swing by for a visit, but make sure you go to Sapphire next door because its better! Pros + Great Brews and pool and poker! Cons - The bartender George is scary Just kidding we love him! http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html One of my favorites! Awesome pizzas, huge salads, and Captain Sirloin is one of the best picks. The pretzel and beer cheese dip is always a winner for appetizer. I take every out-of town visitor I have there, and no one has ever had a bad meal. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html The Downtown Grill and Brewery doesn't disappoint. For fans of flavorful beer, try the New World Porter and Downtown Nut Brown Ale. If the special is barbecue, make sure to get it, because it's some of the best barbecue this side of North Carolina. But avoid the baked beans. They were bland and tough, like they weren't cooked enough. But by all means, come here for the beer. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html 424 s gay st knoxville, tn... http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html Good grilled food here, I suggest the grilled chicken, its mouth watering, nice affordable prices, great service. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html Great joint. Looking forward to being there in a few weeks. The service is fast, the home brew is great, and the food is pretty standard but well done. The pool hall in the back is the best part. I am just thrilled there is still somewhere for us old folks in Knoxville where you can lay back, have some drinks, and not have Jaeger spilled on you. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html Every time I return home, my friends guide me to a local Knoxville hotspot that I have, until then, never frequented. I recently discovered the Downtown Grill & Brewery, which is an old standby that has somehow managed to escape my attention. Over the past few years, Knoxville's downtown has been experiencing a revival. City leaders and local businesses are intent on revitalizing the area, especially around Market Square. In response, trendy restaurants and bars are beginning to consolidate and popularize the area. Walking or driving down Gay Street, there is a bright neon sign visible from afar that signals the entrance to the Downtown Brewery. However, when you reach it, the name Woodruff's is prominently displayed on the building's face. I was puzzled over the two different names identifying the same location. Apparently, the city is requiring developers to maintain the exterior designs of downtown buildings. The Brewery is housed in a location once owned by Captain Fred P. Woodruff. Following his service in the Spanish-American War, he returned home to engage in Knoxville's retail clothing and shoe business. Outside of the Brewery's entrance are a few tables offering open-air seating along the busy sidewalk. Upon entering the pub, you'll be surrounded by wood and copper. A massive wooden bar sits in the middle of the room with all four sides accessible to patrons. Tables have also been placed around the bar for small gatherings or to grab a quick bite. Balcony seating is available to view all of the action going on below. Up the back staircase, a game room with additional seating and a small bar draws a more socially conscious crowd intent on mingling. The Brewery's service policy is "To know our guests, not only by their food and their drink, but more importantly by their name." The pub is known for its friendly staff, but the bartenders didn't go out of their way to find out my story. They probably sensed that I was an irregular (I'm assuming that is proper bar terminology for the opposite of a regular). As I watched people come and go from the bar, the staff did make it a point to greet every familiar face by name. For $30, you can also purchase a personal beer mug that is conveniently stored at the bar. Before the customer settles in his or her seat, these mugs are quickly retrieved and filled with the usual. At the end of an entry like this, I would normally shower the establishment with praise, but the people of Knoxville beat me to it. For 2005, Metro Pulse readers voted the Downtown Grill & Brewery as the "Best Brewery/Pub" in the annual Best of Knoxville list. Visit the official Downtown Grill & Brewery site for additional information. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html I've said it before and I'll say it again. You can't go wrong when you travel anywhere, go to the local microbrewery, because you'll get great beer and great food. The Downtown Grill and Brewery doesn't disappoint. For fans of flavorful beer, try the New World Porter and Downtown Nut Brown Ale. If the special is barbecue, make sure to get it, because it's some of the best barbecue this side of North Carolina. But avoid the baked beans. They were bland and tough, like they weren't cooked enough. But by all means, come here for the beer. http://www.yellowbot.com/downtown-grill-brewery-knoxville-tn.html This place is incredible. It's a spacious area that captures that "at home" feel. I enjoyed the brews, loved the upstairs bar (anyone remember Galaga - they got it!), and the staff was extra friendly - Rachel was a blessing. I'll definitely be back on my next trip through Knoxville. Find local businesses and read and submit reviews and ratings q http://www.yellowbot.com/search/