Searching for your new favorite coffee shop in Knoxville? We’re here to help. Peruse our guide to find the local coffee shop or cafe that works for you, from the best roasteries in town to comfy corners that are perfect for a coffee date.
Roasts to boast
Mahalo Coffee Roasters, 1317 E. Emory Rd. + 513 Union Ave. | Nascar driver Trevor Bayne opened this roastery in 2019 as a way to bring a little West Coast magic to the east. Inspired by Hawaiian culture, you can expect light to medium roasts to fill up your cup.
Vienna Coffee Co., locations vary | How did this Maryville-based coffee roaster begin? With a popcorn maker + a dream in 2002. Now, the business has expanded and continues to pour fresh and sustainable batches of coffee — using solar energy at its roastery and coffeehouse.
Honeybee Coffee Co., 700 Sevier Ave. + 10716 Kingston Pike | From a small coffee farm across the globe to your cup, this spot took its Airstream trailers + parked them in more permanent locations in 2017. For our at-home drinkers, try the sampler box to decide your favorite roast.
Three Bears Coffee Co., online | When purchasing beans from this roaster, each batch has its own unique characteristics based on origin, variety, and processing techniques. Want to meet the maker? Head to the Market Square Farmers Market.
There are over 20 coffee roasters in Knoxville, offering you fresh beans daily.
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Seasonal
Treetop Coffee Shop, 1206 Kenesaw Ave. | Do good, drink good — that’s the motto of this local spot that partners with organizations each month + donating a portion of sales. You can now enjoy fall flavors, from carrot cake to fig and cardamom. Bonus: A new location is brewing for 2026.
Jacks, 133C S. Gay St. + 854 N. Central St. | Known for being a jack of all trades in Knoxville, this space offers coffee, goods, and plants. If you’re dreading the end of summer, take advantage of these seasonal flavors by Monday, Sept. 15.
Likewise Coffee, 1209 E. Magnolia Ave. | This place will make you feel at home with its comfy furniture + is owned by Raising a Voice, an anti-trafficking nonprofit. Follow the shop on Instagram to see when a new seasonal menu drops.
Remedy Coffee, 800 Tyson St. | Your coffee mug will be filled with regular rotating roasts at this third-wave coffeehouse. Located across from a graveyard, these baristas stay on theme with seasonal drinks — see what fall drinks they served last year while we wait for the new lineup to drop.
These coffee shops offer the perfect space to meet that special someone.
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Perfect for a date
Cultivate Coffee + Flowers, 5221 N. Broadway St. | You can skip the flower shop on your way to pick up your date — order a cup of coffee and build a bouquet together, right in the store.
Coffee & Chocolate, locations vary | Chocolate, a girl’s best friend — whether it’s the artisanal French macarons + truffles or the warm drinks, this cozy shop has it all.
Hummingbird Apothecary, 3726 Sevier Heights Rd. + 3716 Walker Blvd. | Woman-owned and operated, you can expect a menu featuring teas, herbal mocktails, espresso drinks, elixirs, and more at this shop. The couches also make for the perfect spot to get to know each other.
Awaken Coffee, 125 W. Jackson Ave. + inside Kerns Food Hall | When heading to this craft coffeehouse’s main location, you are central to other eateries, breweries, and more. Snag a coffee or tea + pastry and take your significant other on a walk around downtown.
You can also join one of Fable Hollow’s book clubs.
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Trendy and new
Fable Hollow Coffee & Bookshoppe, 2910 Tazewell Pike | Step into the fantastical world that blends two things we personally think are the perfect pair: a cup of coffee + a new read. You’ll find us sipping away by the fireplace.
Petty Coffee, 215 Brookview Centre Way | This time, it’s okay to be petty at this coffee shop that opened earlier this summer, serving lattes, frappes, teas, and more. Bonus: UTK students can bring their school IDs for $1 off their order, plus there’s free Wi-Fi.
Camp Honey Coffee & Provisions, 5819 Lyons View Pike | This new shop has it all — from delicious drinks to a market selling flowers, books, home goods, and more (plus, an expansion is already planned). Don’t miss the food menu; I personally would order the parfaits topped with Noke’s Granola (one of my favorite Chattanooga businesses).
Primo Passo Coffee Co., 2099 Thunderhead Rd. | From Santa Monica, CA to our mountain city, this newly opened shop creates its lattes with syrups made in-house — we’re sipping the brown sugar cinnamon latte. Pro tip for the coffee fanatics: Join the PPC Coffee Club.
On-the-go joe
K Brew, 1000 Ebenezer Rd. | While this local coffee shop + bagelry has four locations, we recommend hitting up the Ebenezer location for when you’re on the go.
The Empty Cup, 9111 Executive Park Dr. | There’s no rush on a good cause — pick up your favorite caffeinated beverage + as you empty your cup, proceeds are getting poured back into adoption grants. Bonus: If you have time go inside, you can also shop the marketplace.
CommonPlace Coffee + Community, 6000 Chapman Hwy. | Born from the ideas of South Knoxville families needing a common place to gather, your cup will get filled by brews created from Camp Grounds Coffee Roastery (located right inside the shop). Make sure to order a baked good, there are even gluten free options.
Velocity Coffee & Roasters, 7107 Clinton Hwy., Powell | Your preferred drink will get made with beans roasted daily at this spot that opened in April. Bonus: You might see pop-ups in the parking lot, like The Plant Trolley.
Be the barista
Shop our favorite coffee essentials to turn your house into our city’s next great coffee destination.
- For a French Press that lasts, avoid breakable glass options and opt for stainless steel — this Secura French Press is highly rated and comes in multiple colors.
- Bloom pourovers like a pro with elegant gooseneck design of the COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle.
- These double walled glass espresso cups or these handmade ceramic espresso cups will set your home cafe apart.
- Hide coffee stains under espresso makers with this absorbent drying mat that sucks up coffee drops like magic.
- For the sleekest coffee accessories imaginable, shop the Fellow collection for coffee bean grinders, kettles, and carafes.
- Ready to go all in? The Breville Barista Espresso Machine is a best-selling espresso machine that makes coffee shop-worthy lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso at home.
