Vida

The atmosphere is something very unique and different to Knoxville! Neat spot for hosting out of town guests or celebrating a special occasion. The bone-in pork chop will always be my personal favorite. The single crab cake isn’t proportional to share amongst the table, but is enough for splitting between two people. You can’t go wrong with the chocolate bowl for dessert!

The food here is INCREDIBLE! We’ve been twice now, and I always end up missing whatever I got for at least the next week, haha. Not only is the food delicious, the interior is gorgeous and unique, and gives the space a sophisticated yet vibrant atmosphere. It’s a nice refreshing break from the typical warm red and shady tones that are popular in restaurants. Another perk is the extremely reasonable pricing! I’ve been to other local fine dining restaurants where we’ve spent quadruple what we’d pay at Vida, and not even get half of the quality that Vida offers. If you’re in Knoxville you’ve gotta check this place out! You won’t regret it!

Vida Knoxville emerges as a culinary oasis for those with a penchant for authentic Latin/Spanish tapas-style cuisine. Our recent visit to this vibrant establishment was nothing short of a gastronomic adventure. As a group of eight, we embarked on a culinary journey, sampling an array of about a dozen different dishes. Each dish was a revelation in itself, exuding the rich and diverse flavors of Latin cuisine. The culinary experience at Vida is akin to a symphony of flavors, where each dish contributes its unique note to create a harmonious melody. We found ourselves ordering multiples of some dishes, a testament to their irresistible appeal. The tapas here are not just food; they are a celebration of culture, meticulously crafted to tantalize the taste buds. Accompanying our feast was a selection of drinks, each perfectly complemented the dishes. The beverages were not just accompaniments but integral components that enhanced the overall dining experience. The meticulous attention to detail in the preparation of both food and drinks was evident, making our meal a memorable one. The ambiance of Vida Knoxville contributes significantly to its charm. The staff at Vida are the unsung heroes, their friendly demeanor and attentive service greatly enriching our experience. They navigated our extensive orders with commendable efficiency and a smile, making us feel valued and welcomed. In summary, Vida Knoxville is more than just a restaurant; it is a destination for those seeking a culinary escapade. It stands as a beacon of quality, taste, and service, making it a fantastic choice for anyone craving the authentic flavors of Latin and Spanish cuisine. The combination of delectable food, delightful drinks, and exemplary service makes Vida an establishment that is not just visited but experienced.

Came to Knoxville on a trip and stopped here for dinner. Fantastic spot for creative dishes to share around the table. Service was nice, and the atmosphere was great. Tried the empanadas, tamales, and churros. All were spectacular.

Nice restaurant that has traditionally composed dishes relying on high quality ingredients and presentation to deliver an upscale dining experience in Knoxville. Part tapas and part entree with a slant to seafood there is a variety here that makes it a great choice for larger parties. We particularly enjoyed the thick slightly sweet butternut squash bisque and the crispy falling apart in your mouth pork belly. Clams and mussels were adequate and the beans were very delicious upscaled refried Mexican pinto beans. Service was pretty good, though food did take a while to arrive and was coursed I think as it was ready so we wound up eating in an odd manner. The pork chop came out so late after everything else we wound up just watching that person eat alone. The wine list really shone and was priced well so we enjoyed a delicious Spanish red and a Portuguese white that brought all the seafood to the next level.

Great service, beautiful decor, and great menu options. Tasty and well presented. Also fairly priced. Was an old bank, Has a cool cocktail bar in the basement that’s an old Vault

Such a unique spot in downtown knoxville. A must try in the area. I will go back every time I am there. The moody speak easy downstairs is great for an after dinner night cap too. I dream of the chocolate ice cream dessert!

If you’re looking for quality Latin/Spanish tapas style cuisine, Vida is an excellent choice. Our group of eight ordered about a dozen different dishes, including multiples of some, and lots of drinks, and everything was outstanding. The only exception was the ceviche, which I was looking forward to - it was not seasoned properly and needed salt. Anyway, overall, the place was fantastic and full of good flavors. Friendly staff and good service as well.

Food was excellent & Deontre was a great server and really helped us choose some great dishes.

Yes! We loved this place, and we will definitely be back. We just shared several small plates and loved them all: Corn Croquettes Beets & Burrata Carnitas Tamale Crispy Shrimp Crispy Pork Belly Roasted Carrots & Ricotta Tuna Ceviche Prime Hanger Steak Roasted Broccolini Chocolate Bowl Churros The beverages were also lovely. This was a sleek restaurant with very chic vibe.

Great service, nice atmosphere, and we loved all the plates we got to share. The tomato bread was amazing. As were the yucca fries and empanadas. We will diffinitly be back.

Vida has only gotten better over time. The atmosphere is classy and you can go downstairs to the vault for after dinner drinks. The food is very clean and beautifully presented. I highly recommend the empanadas, crispy pork belly, tuna ceviche, peruvian chicken, elote, and crispy shrimp.

A little tricky to find since it's doesn't have a big sign. You see the information painted on the side of a the building and to the door to get in is also on the side. We had a very friendly waiter that was quick to clear off table and make sure we had enough to drink. I decided to order a few small plates and also go to try some of the other plates my friends ordered. I ordered the Panko crusted white fish, brussel sprouts, and also patatas bravas. I was able to also try the tuna ceviche. Everything was delicious and flavorful. We started with smoked guacamole too. For dessert, we all split the strawberry cake and the chocolate bowl. I also go their limonda suiza as my drink. Refres The smoked guacamole came out with a lid that they released with the smoke trapped inside. The chocolate bowl was brought over and the caramel flambé was done right at the table. I loved the aesthetics, atmosphere, and everything I had to eat was delicious! I'll be back for sure to try more menu items!

Market Square Knoxville was our destination, and we found that we kind of wandered off a bit in search of a nice drink and maybe dinner. We hit the jackpot. It was a bit hard to find out how to get inside but once we did - holy cow! What we liked was that there are several small plates, you can mix and match and we did just that. Magrid (sp?) was our server and she was very efficient and explained the concept, the local vodka and more to us. Really good martini and then a lovely sparkling rose' - the perfect wine for all food! We enjoyed the shrimp dish - very fresh, not too spicy and quite delish, then we had Bang's Island mussels in a red sauce, flavored with slices of fingerling potatoes and with excellent herbed focaccia, then it was on to the empanada dish and finally the corn croquettes. So good! We learned that downstairs is "the vault" and headed down there to finish our wine, chat w/the bar tenders and try a dessert cocktail. Did we spend more than we intended? Yup - but it was all well-worth it; and we would do it again.

Love the ambiance here, and the upscale contemporary design. We tried everything vegetarian on the menu in honor of my Birthday, although my son & husband ordered the Peruvian Chicken and absolutely loved it. I enjoyed pretty much everything, except I was really disappointed in the Vegetable Empanadas. The flavor was off and they were soft!! I expected them to be nice and crispy - such a disappointment. Our server Tim, was nice, friendly and efficient. Just remember that these are Tapas, and you pretty much have to order a lot if you don't want to leave hungry! There were three of us and we shared everything, which means that we all pretty much got two bites of each dish! But it is a great way to taste a lot of the dishes on the menu!

I took my wife here on a Saturday night for her birthday, and we had an outstanding evening. We arrived early for our reservation, however, the hostess informed us our table was ready, and sat us immediately. We had a table in the corner on the other side of the bar and away from the main dining room. It was perfect "romantic seating." The atmosphere was a bit 'lively', it being a Saturday and the entire restaurant was filled (including the bar). Excellent, knowledgable and attentive service was provided throughout the evening by our server. We each found a glass of wine we liked. Then, we shared a chopped salad with the most amazing dressing, followed by the crispy shrimp and the barbacoa empanadas. All of the food was presented with a flair. The shrimp has some bite to it, but was delicious. The empanadas were unique and tasted wonderful. A perfect small bite of meat. I might add that we've experienced drinks at the bar on an earlier occasion, and drinks and appetizers once before on the patio. Every experience has been equally praise-worthy.

Amazing meal, wonderful libations and great atmosphere. Our server was Grace, who's name is befitting her. She has a sweet and lovely disposition. Grace was very knowledgeable about the menu, prompt and very professional with the service. Their offerings of shareables and small plates allows you to try a little of everything without over stuffing yourself. The Barbacoa empanadas were seasoned perfectly. The Crispy spicy shrimp had just the right amount of spice and the green goddess dressing that accompanied the chopped salad is to die for. This salad dressing is sooo good, it should be served in a tcup with a straw for sipping.

We tried to go here was from out of town didn't have a reservation but when we walked in there was plenty of tables open @5 in the evening on a Saturday. The guy at the hostess booth was very indecisive about if we could have a seat as the table was reserved at 8:00 They did seat us but then we sat there for over 10 minutes while staff walked by us and never greeted us or took our order. Once we got up to leave then they wanted to help us. For as nice of a place this place is it is unacceptable to ignore patrons if you could not accommodate us you should of just told us you couldn't seat us

we had heard about Vida from friends and when we moved back to Knoxville it was our first stop and it did not disappoint! We sat out on the patio and it was such a nice intimate atmosphere. We ordered a several small plates and dessert. For our small plates we got the Corn Croquettes which were *chefs kiss*. We then shared the Barbacoa Empanadas, the house made pastries were very crispy and the barbacoa was delicious. We also ordered the Tuna ceviche and it was a refreshing end to our small plates. I believe there were cabbage cups that the ceviche were in and I would've loved to have a crispy wonton but the cabbage cup was was a nice light replacement. We would've loved to try the Blue Crab Cakes but they were sold out and our server said that they sell out most every night and that it was his favorite small plate so we will definitely be back to try that! We also couldn't pass up the Pork Belly with Benton's Bacon braised Collard Greens, it was so tender and savory. I can't for the life of me remember what the dessert was but it was almost like a strawberry tres leches cake, it was to die for! The drinks, food, service and atmosphere were all 10/10! We will definitely be back and can't wait to try out their bar, The Vault. Definitely check this place out!

Awesome flavorful tapas! Loved the shared plates here, highly suggest the tamale and the empanadas. Presentation of the cocktails was on point! Our server was also great with the suggestions. Will be back next time we're in the area.

What a gorgeous spot with both contemporary decor and outlook on food. A few tips-make reservations and enter on the patio to the right of the building. We wandered aimlessly for a bit until we found the main entrance on the side. There is a vault available downstairs and we were old they often have poker games that guest can join in. We were greeted warmly and seated immediately. The seating is comfy and most include a cushy, velveteen bench of some kind. They are angled in a way that creates intimacy, even if the place was packed. Vida definitely lends itself to a date or special occasion. Note that these dishes are small and served family style. If you go with a group, it can make it a tad awkward to split some of the dishes and then the bill at the end, if that's a concern for you. We ordered the barbacoa empanadas, elote, patatas bravas(crispy potatoes), and the barriga de cerdo (pork belly). The empanadas had an incredible sauce and super tender meat. The pork belly was SO good...we were scraping the plate. The potatoes were perfectly crisp and seasoned in a yummy sauce. The only thing we would avoid is the elote. It lacked flavor and became a pool of grease with corn in it. Lastly, our group ordered the Tazon De Chocolate, which was a chocolate ball they light on fire and it breaks open with fruit inside. It is the priciest dessert partially due to the chocolate-breaking spectacle. Our server (who was fabulous throughout the meal), unfortunately didn't tell us they were out of the chocolate balls and instead brought out a ceramic bowl of fruit that he poured fire-lit booze on top of. No option of changing the dessert was given and it tasted like boozy fruit...not worth full price. Bummer. In general, this place is very pricey for the amount of food you get. We would come back for a special occasion, but couldn't afford this on a regular basis. Overall good experience. We would go on a date alone next time and opt for dessert elsewhere.

Food is very good, well prepared and presented. The prices are "special occasion". I would return.

What a beautiful experience! If our server hadn't kept disappearing for long stints it would have been a five. We had a table of six. Also went we first arrived there was a very loud smell not sure if it was cleaning supplies. Most everything was a win. Favorites: Veggie Empanadas Corn Croquettes Crispy Shrimp Things l'd pass on: Lobster Quesadilla & Chips and Salsa. Great atmosphere and beautiful decor. Definitely check it out!

While I always post my own opinions, my significant other's words say it best. I took him to Vida for a special occasion, and they certainly did not disappoint in any aspect. His review is as follows: "Having lived in Knoxville for some time, Vida took my breath away with its atmosphere, flare, and mouth watering options. The journey began with an excellent selection of cocktails and wine. Of which, we opted for the Chef's cocktail of the day, featuring a Mezcal Old Fashioned, that took the traditional drink and elevated it to match the feel and flavor of the succeeding menu. As a starter, the Smoked Guacamole provided a small portion and large effect. It is served encapsulated in smoke which spills out as it arrives at your table. Vida produced main-course, menu selections that left my jaw on the floor, my belt a little tighter, and my culinary bar (for Knoxville) set much higher. The Boneless Short Rib was cooked to melty-perfection, served alongside complimentary vegetables and sauce. Better yet, the Bone In Pork Chop left me astounded. It was juicy, marvelously encrusted, and served with fried okra crisps and purées that made each bite texturally exciting. The Pork Chop is the best meal I have had in the state. Vida, thank you for incredible entrees and service. We will be back!" For my finishing critiques: Vida often requires weekend reservations but is quiet on week nights for a more intimate surrounding. Parking is somewhat distant, as expected with downtown locations. Prepare to spend $40-$60 per person. Overall, a lovely interior, knowledgeable staff, and very unique experience and menu to Knoxville.

Went for dinner with 2 kids. Not the best place for kids but the waiter was super accommodating with recommendations for them. The service and the food were incredible. We didn't know what to get and the waiter took us through the whole menu. We just went with his recommendations on everything. The pork belly and flounder were incredible. The quac for a starter was also phenomenal with a cool presentation. Highly recommend this spot.

Deontre was our server and excellent. He even gave us desert since we were from out of town. All the food and drinks were amazing. This would be a frequent place if we were local.

Beautiful restaurant and loved our server, Kendall, and food was amazing!!! Service was quick and she gave wonderful recommendations!

The atmosphere is amazing. The service was outstanding. We had a party of 16 and the server handled it perfectly! She was attentive and personable! The food - unbelievable!!! The steak was so delicious and tender! The Spanish rice was moist and flavorful! I had one cocktail - The Paloma - and it was mixed perfectly. Everyone else in my party was just as satisfied with their food and drinks as well! I can't wait to go back!

Okay, found this place on accident and decided to give it a try, I was alone so I ate at the bar. It's a very nice atmosphere focused on small plates. The menu is vast, maybe too much so. The staff were delightful and the three plates I tried were all three amazing. The tuna plate is fabulous, taste and portion exceeded my expectations. I also tried two empanadas, they were both quit good. Bartender is a craftsman but they are very proud $$$ of the drinks.

Yes, this place was delicious!!! Fresh ingredients, yummy flavors, friendly service. We were here in November so we didn't get an option to sit outside but they have a nice outdoor seating area that runs along a town square. Definitely with checking out if you're in the area!

lovely atmosphere and i enjoyed my food too. the wontons rocked! i'd try again but i don't think i'd get another ceviche, they are very salty!

Just had a date night. Service was great! Andrew was our server. He was great - knew the menu really well and made good recommendations based on our taste preferences. The tuna ceviche was a must have. So good. Melts in your mouth. We had the blackberry mezcal cocktail. It was also a great choice. My wife's favorite part was the ambiance. She just kept pointing out design features she loved. We will absolutely come back to visit for future date nights and introduce friends to this spot. You won't be disappointed.

Came in without a reservation and got a table outside within a few minutes! Staff were friendly and inviting. Overall an incredible dinner. The plates are meant to be shared which allowed us to try a little bit of everything. My favorites would include the chicken skewers, the wedge salad, and for dessert - the flan The drinks were also very tasty, our waiter was very helpful when it came to choosing one and giving recommendations. 10/10

I'm going to give Vida mixed reviews. Our first visit here (as the waitress asked and we said yes). We did not make reservations, but we did have a table on the patio. This was our mistake. We ordered the smoked guacamole, my husband ordered the mixed seafood ceviche, and I ordered the chicken enchiladas. A different server brought a different ceviche that belonged to another table. Then a server brought chips and salsa and said our guacamole was coming. We did not order the chips and salsa. Another server brought a serving of guacamole, which looked like every other guacamole we've ever had. Later, the ceviche came out along with the chips for the guacamole. All of this came out about 5 minutes before the enchiladas. Keep in mind we told our server that I was having the enchiladas and my husband was having the ceviche as our entrees. Finally the enchiladas arrived and they were absolutely delicious, as was the ceviche. While we were eating, another server began cleaning a table behind us. She picked up several coasters off the floor (did I mention that your water glasses are turned upside down onto these coasters on the cleaned table?) and proceeded to place these dirty coasters in the basket with the clean coasters to be used on the cleaned tables. My husband caught her attention and asked her what she did with those dirty coasters, then reminded her that she took coasters out of the basket to make up the newly cleaned table. The grand finale was a different server bringing out a dish, smoking under a glass dome. That was when we realized we did not get our ordered smoked guacamole. Remember that this was our first time dining here? We asked our server about this, and her response was that she messed up as she was taking care of 2 tables at that time. And she did not write down our order, just committed it to memory. So, my caution to you is that while the food is delicious, don't sit on the patio and question every dish brought to your table.

Nice tapas place in Market Square in Knoxville. Try the crab cakes and corn croquettes for a starter. You can get a pisco sour which are hard to find outside of Peru.

This place was amazing! We decided to split a couple of small plates and they were 10/10! I also got the Blackberry Mojito and again 10/10! Also try the Trea Leches cake, it was the best one I've ever had!

This is my second time eating at Vida and it's always such a tree! I got the tuna Tartar once again which I would highly recommend. My friends ordered churros, a steak item on the menu, a corn dish and a second tuna tartare. The service is always 5/5. I would highly recommend anyone who's considering this restaurant to make sure you have a reservation because (even on a weeknight) they are packed!

Love this place! The food is fantastic and they've got tons of drinks. Our waiter wasn't sure if we could eat beef belly, so please let me know if you know. This place is pretty ritzy, so maybe don't wear shorts, tshirt and a hat like I did.

Up from Atlanta for a visit with some good friends to celebrate my birthday. Great food... Good times! I'll be back here for sure!

This is a beautiful restaurant with plush velvet seating and oversized Mayan glyphs on the ceiling. We had dinner here before a show at the Tennessee Theater, which is right across the street. The plates are small and shareable, and the prices are steep so it adds up quickly. However, if you appreciate a creative spin on traditional Latin dishes and artistic plating, you will enjoy dining at Vida. The cocktails were wonderful and strong, and the churros for desert were a delightful ending to the meal. This is great place for a special occasion, and be sure to get a reservation a week ahead. Not recommended for kids!!!

The service was incredible. I had the waitresses name saved in a draft but ended up losing it I believe it was Emma. She made some great recommendations and we go the arepas which were absolutely amazing. Some of the best arepas I have had in a long time. Followed by tacos which were good but after those arepas I didn't care for anything until that chicken game out. It was cooked to perfection with so much flavor. I don't often enjoy chicken out at restaurants but this hit the spot! It was amazing, juicy, tender and jam packed with flavor. The vault downstairs is a super neat place and a totally different vibe. It's dim, lots of seating and a variety of drinks to choose from! I ordered cruel intentions which was very sweet and fun, Tracey recommend it and it definitely didn't disappoint and my fiancé ordered a Manhattan which he enjoyed! We will definitely be back!

The drink menu has to be set up to make sure you come me back cause you will want to order each drink on this menu. I can't wait to go back. I'm excited to try the food next time so will definitely going back. Enjoy the night here and move down stairs to the vault bar.

Food was waaay to expensive for like what? 3 bites of food . . . it was literally enough to go "That was good . . . .more."

The atmosphere is absolutely elegant and stunning. Loved the location and even more ... the food!!!!!

I had a really enjoyable dinner at Vida. Being from the Washington DC area, I've been to some really delicious restaurants. Vida stacks up!! So impressive! We started off with the smoked guacamole that was very smoky, well seasoned and creamy. My coworkers and I could not pick which entrees to get, so we split the salmon, short rib and chicken. And I'm so glad we did! All three entrees were amazing. The sous vide chicken with crispy skin was a standout. I hope to get back to Knoxville and when I do I'll be back!

Very nice bartenders and great service from them. The front staff loves to keep tables empty. Saw a lot of people come in and try to sit at a table to eat, only to be told that needed a reservation. Stayed for three hours never saw anyone sit at half the tables.

This restaurant has a cool vibe with great lighting & interior decor with friendly & fast service. This is a tapas/shareable type setup. The recommended highlights that our group shared would be the tomato bread, the light but super flavorful lobster quesadilla, smoked guacamole & the albondigas (meatballs). The meatballs seemed like a strange addition to a Latin vibe menu but were delicious! The cheese sauce to the chicken enchiladas was really good as well. The vegetable empanadas were mushy & bland & the elote (street corn) was rather greasy.

We tried some newish things on the menu so I figured it give some feedback/update on the dishes we tried. The tuna ceviche was great, and I would definitely order again. Unfortunately the other dishes were not great. The marinated shrimp tostada was overwhelmingly acidic and too salty. Not a well balanced dish at all and very one note. The lobster quesadilla was 90% cheese with little lobster meat or flavor to be found. Lastly, the seared scallops were poorly cooked and also way too salty. Maybe the chef was having an off day!?

Came here for our anniversary dinner. My partner and I had high expectations given our love of the sister restaurant, Kefi. We're both Latino so we were excited to see our own cultures' cuisine executed in a high-end and trendy scale. Perhaps our Brazilian and Colombian upbringings make us overly critical, but we were both disappointed by the range of the food menu. They're marketed as a "tapas" restaurant, but none of the menu options were particularly innovative or exciting, with the exception of the guacamole con Atun, which is essentially a tuna tartare. That was delicious. The other tapas options are overpriced yet micro-serving sizes of very basic Latino dishes. For example, the elote, papas bravas, empanadas, and fried shrimp were all doused in the same orange sauce, and all garnished with seemingly the exact same spices and cheese. For this reason, they all tasted the same. We were also disappointed that the menu was very obviously haphazardly translated on Google translate. The verbiage in the menu was incorrect for many of the items, and as native Spanish speakers, it was very apparent that the menu was not written by a Spanish speaking person. For example, the beef empanadas were listed as "empanadas de Vaka," which translates into "cow empanadas," not "beef empanadas." It's a small detail, but to someone who speaks the language, the small details matter. What we did enjoy were the drinks and the dessert. I thought the drink menu was diverse, and I thoroughly enjoyed my Blood Orange Margarita. We were really blown away by the flan and the tazon de chocolate, which our server lit on fire upon service. It was delicious. Overall, I think Vida is worth trying, but given that Kefi is right down the street, I'd recommend dishing out the big bucks there instead. The restaurant is quieter, seating is more intimate and inviting, the food menu is more exciting, and it is a better dining experience.

Didn't know this restaurant was here until I happened upon it during a walk. So we went here Halloween evening. The food was great and service was wonderful. I had a salad with a dressing that taste like buttered popcorn. OMG! The meal was an experience and very very good!

I've been to Vida twice now and have not been disappointed by food, drinks or service! There's a decent amount of vegetarian options here which my husband and I really appreciate. Thomas was our waiter both times and was able to make great food and drink recommendations, on top of being Very Funny. So far we've tried: yuca frita, guacamole ahumado, chile relleno, arepas, empanada de verduras, patatas bravas, pan plano de hongos and the tazon de chocolate for dessert (it comes out on fire! be sure to blow it out and not just stare at it until it gets too crispy ). For drinks, we've tried the blood orange margarita, daiquiri, the ramblin rose, blackberry mojito and espresso martini. Everything has been delicious and different from anything else I've had around Knoxville yet. I don't think it'd be a great spot for vegans since most of the veg dishes had a ton of cheese but it wouldn't hurt to call ahead and ask! I'm not sold on the blue crushed velvet interior but I love the high ceilings, bar and all of the natural light. The patio is super cute and I think the location on Gay is great. We went on a Wednesday night without reservations no problem, Friday I recommend making a res. They were booked inside but we were able to snag a table for four on the patio around 6:30pm. Can't wait to come back but I will be calling ahead to make sure the yuca shipment has arrived and Thomas is working!!

Had an impromptu meal there with my adult son after arriving in town, and we were WOWED! The food was incredible, the service did not disappoint either. Great cocktails (for me), great South American-influenced food for us both! Upscale without being 'stuffy'! Loved it!

This is my favorite Knoxville restaurant. I have been here 4 times before I posted this review. The wedge salad is crazy good. I was reluctant to try this dish because of the Green Goddess dressing, but that's the best part of this dish. Roasted corn and pepitas incredibly tasty. I would strongly recommend the Barbacoa Empanadas as well. Beautifully plated and so tender and flavorful, complements to the chef. My wife likes the crispy shrimp, spicy and sweet, complex and savory at the same time. This is a tapas style restaurant. So expect to share smaller dishes. I love Lonesome Dove and Foothills Milling this might be better.

Indoor aesthetics: 5 Indoor noise level: 1 Service: 5 Drink Menu: 5 Food Presentation: 5 Food Taste: 1 The Vault: 5, architecturally awesome! Absolutely beautiful restaurant, service was outstanding. Loved the option for outdoor seating! Indoor dining was too loud to hold a nice conversation with my hubby. Biggest negative: EVERYTHING WAS TOO SALTY! Ewwww, how could they do that to this beautiful food? It was so salty I was psychologically damaged and unable to clear the plate. Cut the salt in half- promise you won't lose your customers! Definitely hit the Vault for happy hour, it's amazing!

Excellent new spot in Downtown Knoxville! The flavor profile overall is Mexican and Peruvian influenced. Mostly a tapas sharing environment, I would suggest letting your server know if you want it all at once or coursed out. Nothing disappointed but two dishes definitely stood out. Peruvian chicken was perfectly seasoned, moist and crispy. Ask for aioli on the side for the potatoes. Another standout was the octopus - the balance of spicy and savory was delightful!

Excellent! Everything was scrumptious. Smoked guacamole was fresh and flavorful. Crispy shrimp and shrimp ceviche were tasty. We shared the Elote and were too full for dessert! A must in Knoxville! Our serviced was super nice and very attentive.

This review is going to be short because it's obvious from other reviews that this is a wonderful place. It's mostly tapas-- small plates-- and that's how we went. Four of us shared maybe 8 or 9 plates. Sometimes you get "plates to share" and with four, you get one tiny bite or so, but these were all pretty ample, I thought. The only dish that didn't jump out and say "you want more, don't you?" were the arepas, but I'll admit, I was never a big lover of arepas even when in south America on business trips, so there's that. Also- drinks were lovely and, all things considered, decently priced. We had some cocktails and some good draft beer choices, in my opinion. DEFINITELY would go back, in a flash!

Loved this place! We left the first restaurant we had reservations for because they were literally out of 3/4 of the dinner menu but happily we found Vida. It was right across the street from our hotel so we walked in without reservations and were seated immediately outside on their lovely patio. The waitress was very friendly and attentive, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was lovely. We had the mini changas, barbacoa empanadas, the crab cake, strawberry tres leches cake, and churros. All were quite tasty. We'll be back the next time we're in Knoxville!