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Kaizen

Asian restaurant · Knoxville ·

Kaizen

Asian restaurant · Knoxville ·
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Jesse Newmister’s izakaya-inspired restaurant blends Japanese technique with Thai and Sichuan accents, from steamed buns to craveable fried rice. A fixture in the Old City, it’s often highlighted by local critics for inventive small plates and warm hospitality.

https://www.knoxkaizen.com/
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Izakaya-inspired Asian fusion with steamed buns, fried rice

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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

Yelp Rating
4.3
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127 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902 Get directions

$20–30

Reserve a table
See Menu
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