Sweet P's Barbecue and Downtown Dive

Barbecue restaurant · Knoxville

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"A casual barbecue spot with the low-key vibes of a dive bar, the Downtown Dive in the Old City’s arts district also features a spacious beer garden. Enjoy all things smoked — Boston butts to brisket — accompanied by soul food classics like collards and cole slaw plus a diverse array of wine and craft beer. Fun fact: Sweet P’s owns the World’s Fair logo and is full of kitschy collectibles." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones, Kellie Walton

15 Essential Restaurants Near Downtown Knoxville

410 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902 Get directions

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