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Kaizen

Asian restaurant · Knoxville ·

Kaizen

Asian restaurant · Knoxville ·
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Owner-chef Jesse Newmister channels an izakaya spirit with playful Asian-inspired plates, buns, noodles, and a strong whiskey and cocktail program. Frequently recommended by Southern Living, it’s an Old City staple for shareable, high-flavor dining.

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Izakaya-inspired Asian fusion with steamed buns, fried rice

lemongrass chicken noodles
duck noodle soup
lions mane mushroom
covered patio
cocktails
wagyu
peanut fried rice
tuna lettuce wrap
Google Rating
4.5 (999)
Yelp Rating
4.3
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127 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902 Get directions

$20–30

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Izakaya-inspired Asian fusion with steamed buns, fried rice

lemongrass chicken noodles
duck noodle soup
lions mane mushroom
covered patio
cocktails
wagyu
peanut fried rice
tuna lettuce wrap
Google Rating
4.5 (999)
Yelp Rating
4.3
Featured in Eater
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127 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902 Get directions

$20–30

See Menu
Restroom
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Dinner reservations recommended
Cozy
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