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Chow Hall: Your Destination for Comfort Food and Community Spirit

Chow Hall is a veteran-owned eatery in Knoxville, TN that pays tribute to military heroes through its decor and discounts. Known for the best burgers in town, customers rave about the flavorful meats and generous portions. The menu also features loaded nachos, chicken tenders, and sandwiches, all cooked to perfection. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make dining here a delightful experience. With a focus on quality and service, Chow Hall is a must-visit for anyone craving delicious comfort food with a side of patriotism.

Chow Hall at a glance

  • Address 5700 E Emory Rd Knoxville, TN 37938
  • Phone (865) 985-2893
  • Restaurant type American restaurant .
  • Popular for Popular for lunch , Popular for dinner , Good for solo dining .

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Chow Hall: Reviews & Ratings

Suzanne Bliss
5

Fri Feb 21, 2025 It's a small mom and pop diner (local). Not busy nor crowded. Today I decided to have the chicken tender sandwich with fries and sweet tea with lemon. I took pictures of the menu. It's the same one as 2 years with only a $1 increase. Two years ago I came here for a meal and left full and satisfied. I had the grilled salad with chicken but it was too much for me so I brought a doggy bag home, lol... The people working here made me feel welcomed. Will be coming back.

Miranda Hankins
5

When I tell you this was some of the best food I have had in a long time, I am not kidding! The Smokey Burger was fantastic and huge! The bacon was perfectly crispy. I am not usually a crispy bacon fan, but their bacon changed my mind. The onion rings were perfectly crisp and the batter was neither too sweet or too salty. It was a perfect balance. It is definitely a family friendly place with great service. I highly recommend!

Mike Dees
5

Outstanding food, reasonable prices, and great customer service. A true "hometown feel" when there. Burgers are big. Well worth the money.

Brenda Strassler
5

Chow Hall is a lovely Mom and Pop diner known for its dedication to military and veterans- although anyone would feel welcome here. My son was home on leave from the Navy after a 10-month deployment to the Red Sea. The owner of Chow Hall is retired Navy and came out to talk with us (mostly my son ) for quite awhile. He and our server made our experience very memorable. The food was equally memorable. I had chili fries; the chili was homemade and very good quality. I appreciated the fact that the fries didn’t get soggy under the chili which can easily happen. My son had the bologna sandwich and onion rings. My husband had grilled cheese with bacon. Granted, the food is served on paper plates and there is plasticware, but this place isn’t a fancy restaurant and makes no effort to portray itself as such. It is a down-home, feel-good local establishment, well-known by locals who continue returning for the friendly service and hearty, home-cooked food. My husband has been a regular for years with his friends. Highly recommend!

Gregory Webb
5

Sarah and her brother keep it friendly and simple. In a time of great complexity in life, this is back to the basics of friendly service and simply good food.

Lorie Rubalcaba
5

The food was great. The service was amazing. Love the decorations. God bless our Vets

GLR
5

We had our first visit last week and we were plesently surprised. We tried the cheese burgers and had sides of onion rings and fries. We enjoyed the food and took a few minutes to look over their memorabilia. We will definitely be back

Janice Foster
5

Friendly helpful staff who serve up good food at a fair price. The military theme makes you proud to have served. They also give a military discount. This small restaurant is well worth your stop if you’re in the area. They are open Monday through Friday 11am to 8 pm.

Location

  • Chow Hall
    Chow Hall
    5700 E Emory Rd Knoxville, TN 37938 Hotline: (865) 985-2893

Welcome to Chow Hall, where we serve up delicious sandwiches, breakfast & brunch items, and burgers in Knoxville, TN. Our location at 5700 E Emory Rd is a cozy spot that pays homage to our country's veterans with military-themed decor, pictures, and even discounts for veterans. We are proud to offer a variety of mouthwatering dishes that keep our customers coming back for more.

Our menu features appetizers like Loaded Nachos with all the fixings and Chicken Tenders in regular or Buffalo style. For those looking for something lighter, we offer Garden Salad and Chicken Salad options.

But the real stars of the show are our burgers, as highlighted by our loyal customers. Reviewers like Kim R., Tammy P., Clay W., Tracy C., Wayne P., Lauren D., Amber R., Dominick A., Lance S., and Tommy B. all rave about our delicious burgers, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're in the mood for a classic cheeseburger, a pulled pork sandwich with onion rings, or a Philly cheesesteak, we've got you covered. And don't forget to try our sides like fries, tots, and nachos for a truly satisfying meal.

Come on down to Chow Hall and experience the great food, friendly staff, and cozy atmosphere for yourself. We look forward to serving you soon!

Business Information

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards