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Sunspot

Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant and Bar$$$$
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    Laura H.
    "Go on Wednesdays for wine night and get Orion's Belt!"(4 Tips)
    Ataya V.
    "Great place to enjoy a drink or two... Great fried green tomatoes..."(3 Tips)
    Kelsey K.
    "The curry tofu tacos are to die for!"(2 Tips)
    Matt M.
    "$2 pints on every draft on Tuesdays."(2 Tips)
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  • Cory W.heart icon on user image
    Cory WOctober 29, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Watch for the beer-food pairing five course prix fixe dinners on Monday nights monthly. They are amazing. Highly recommended and you'll not see anything like this in Knoxville for sure.
  • Corey K.heart icon on user image
    Corey KorpsAugust 12, 2017
    We had the black bean burger and the humus wrap with the best sweet potato fries! Or server read very knowledgeable and pleasant.
  • Susanne U.heart icon on user image
    Susanne UhligJune 24, 2016
    My favorite place for food in Knoxville. Super chilled place with an awesome roof top. Great for brunch or dinner. Romantic location
  • Cori K.heart icon on user image
    Cori KunbergerSeptember 28, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The fried green tomatoes here are perfection. The combination with goat cheese creates a tangy, melt in your mouth combination that cannot be beat.
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex SApril 9, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    They &$@%ed everything up by rising the prices so drastically, getting rid of mine and all my friends' favorite meals too!! Plus vegan/vegetarian?! Only 2 entrees without meat!!
  • Mary Frances
    Mary FrancesMay 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    For a vegetarian entree, try the grilled portobellos with fried green tomatoes. It is something beyond the typical pasta or veggie burger you get at most restaurants.
  • Ashley M.heart icon on user image
    Ashley MorrisNovember 18, 2016
    If you're looking for an assortment of food to please everyone- go here! There's healthy and greasy, but all delicious.
  • Neil S.heart icon on user image
    Neil SanchalaMay 27, 2014
    The black bean burger is tasty, and the jalapeno-garlic aioli keeps it moist, unlike a lot of dry veggie burgers I've gotten elsewhere.
  • Robin G.
    Robin G.May 26, 2013
    Vegetarian/Vegan friendly, but meat dishes are listed on the menu. Not cheap, but the food is delicious and worth the higher cost!
  • Katie K.heart icon on user image
    Katie KayeMay 17, 2017
    Burgers....gluten free buns...yay humus...apps. all good.
  • Marty A.
    Marty AJuly 25, 2015
    Great food. Amazing number of glory holes between the booths. Some smaller. Some larger. Plan accordingly.
  • Indira K.heart icon on user image
    Indira KumarMay 29, 2021
    Chicken and waffles are a staple! The Brussels sprout side is addicting!!
  • Marzy H.heart icon on user image
    Marzy HartAugust 28, 2016
    They did not have dairy free milk but I was able to make some adjustments to their meme Nd create my own vegan option.
  • Steve C.heart icon on user image
    Steve CiprianoJuly 8, 2014
    Such a great place to eat local food. The Local Burger is great here!
  • Brandon R.heart icon on user image
    Brandon RobertsDecember 4, 2015
    One of the only good places to get legit vegetarian food that actually tastes good, a campus hallmark.
  • Brian W.heart icon on user image
    Brian WellsOctober 29, 2016
    Great varied menu with lots of gluten free option.
  • Yarek G.heart icon on user image
    Yarek GrisbyJune 3, 2014
    I love the staff here. They are awesome. Especially Chef Paulie Brooks
  • Ataya V.heart icon on user image
    Ataya VandiverSeptember 28, 2013
    Great place to enjoy a drink or two... Great fried green tomatoes...
  • BRENNAN B.heart icon on user image
    BRENNAN BrownNovember 22, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Good chef. Brandon Cruz is one of the only chefs in town you'll see on the line. Props
  • Donald B.
    Donald BibeyMay 18, 2013
    Ask about the steak before ordering it, @ $18 it had better be a really good cut, grilled beef is not their forte. Buyer beware.
  • Cory W.heart icon on user image
    Cory WFebruary 20, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    $2 draft Tuesdays. And the beer selection is amazing.
  • Jessie K.
    Jessie KruegerOctober 31, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Ask for the haiku table. It's a lot of fun. There are some clever people in Knoxville!
  • Mo M.
    Mo M.June 26, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Great beer selection! $2 pints on Tuesday!
  • Eric E.
    Eric EdwardsFebruary 27, 2012
    Try the Tomato And Basil Farro - This was Friggin' Outstanding. And different!!
  • Kelsey K.
    Kelsey KinzyJune 14, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The curry tofu tacos are to die for! Same with half off wine night!
  • Chuck F.heart icon on user image
    Chuck FinleyMarch 16, 2015
    The Bologna sandwich. Do it.
  • Lauren E.
    Lauren EvansNovember 16, 2011
    Get the Veggie burger...it's great!!! Also, the greek soup....too good!
  • Knoxville D.
    Knoxville DotcomApril 5, 2011
    Half-price wine bottle Wednesdays and Friday night acoustic performances are highlights of Sunspot. For full Nightlife review from knoxville.com, click "More info." Read more
  • Lindsay T.
    Lindsay TAugust 30, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The green Chile & cheddar grit cake is a must try!
  • Eric E.
    Eric EdwardsJuly 18, 2012
    Try the Cumin-Dusted Tilapia - Epic. I love Sunspot's daily specials.
  • Darryl L.heart icon on user image
    Darryl LanglaisJanuary 12, 2013
    Great vegan restaurant
  • Joni B.heart icon on user image
    Joni BoldenMay 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The "Bob Marley" is so called no longer. But tastin' like a Bob Marley to me!
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex SJune 12, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    They ruined the curry tofu tacos!!! They used to be delicious...no longer...and the prices?! Forget about it. Used to be a regular and after I got over my anger only go back for wine night.
  • Susanna N.
    Susanna NickellOctober 30, 2011
    Half-price bottles of wine every Wednesday. The fish tacos are phenomenal.
  • Christopher B.heart icon on user image
    Christopher BilbreyMay 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The fish tacos are great!
  • Cory W.heart icon on user image
    Cory WMay 17, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    The upstairs outside patio is classy.
  • Mary Frances
    Mary FrancesMay 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    You can't wrong with the hummus as an appetizer.
  • Meredith Westling K.
    Meredith Westling K.December 30, 2011
    Awesome chips and a gluten free menu!!! Love it!
  • Cat C.heart icon on user image
    Cat ChorneySeptember 26, 2012
    The buffalo tofu is absolutely worth your time.
  • Laura R.heart icon on user image
    Laura RoggJune 3, 2015
    Unusual food but good
  • Erin T.
    Erin TMay 6, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Love their queso!
  • April
    AprilMarch 27, 2013
    Too much seasoning on the rattlesnake pasta. Great service overall.
  • Katie R.
    Katie RMarch 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The new location is awesome!
  • Laura H.
    Laura HammerOctober 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Go on Wednesdays for wine night and get Orion's Belt!
  • Misha D.
    Misha DeLongFebruary 28, 2013
    1/2 price bottles of wine on Wednesdays!
  • Matt I.heart icon on user image
    Matt IdenJanuary 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    green salsa is totally drinkable!
  • Eric E.
    Eric EdwardsAugust 1, 2012
    Try the Duck Quesadilla
  • Mattia D.
    Mattia D'AffusoSeptember 30, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    great salmon sandwich!
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    SamNovember 13, 2013
    Get the soup!
  • Eric E.
    Eric EdwardsApril 6, 2012
    Try the Curied Tofu Tacos
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