Welcome to Suttree's High Gravity Tavern, a gem nestled in downtown Knoxville, where casual meets trendy. This vibrant bar is renowned for its exceptional craft beer selection and mouthwatering ramen. With a cozy ambiance featuring outdoor seating and bar games, it’s an ideal spot for groups and an LGBTQ+ friendly destination. Highlights include the “Royale With Cheese” sandwich and the spicy “Matts Ramen Yum, Yum!”—both crowd favorites that promise satisfying flavors. Patrons rave about the lively atmosphere, attentive service, and fun activities like quiz nights, making Suttree's a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has bar games
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has quiz night
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Suttree's High Gravity Tavern
Shannon Paul
Apr 12,2025
Visiting Knoxville for the first time we wanted to have some fun and this was a great choice! Yummy craft beers on draft - did not eat here, but played a lot of pinball! The vibe is casual and lively and the bartenders are attentive and offer samples. I would definitely recommend it!
Joshua Smallwood
Apr 9,2025
Great place to go and hang out have a bite and play some pinball and a few other games. Good atmosphere, clean and friendly. Best ramen in as far as where I've eaten.
Kathleen Swafford
Mar 23,2025
I love the ramen here. It's one of my favorite places to get it. The beer selection is good, and it's a great place to hang with friends to talk or play arcade games.
Irina Bykova (The Crispy Critic)
Mar 22,2025
Suttree’s High Gravity Tavern has a cool, eclectic vibe with vintage pinball machines, arcade games, and live local music that gives it a fun, throwback feel. They’ve got a great selection of craft beers and some really unique ramen options.I had Matt’s Ramen (Regular) and the broth was bold and full of flavor. I added smoked brisket, scallions, and a poached egg, which made it even better.To drink, we tried the Cup PB&J Mixtape Sour. It seriously tastes like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich! Sweet, tart, and super nostalgic. Definitely not your average beer.We also tried the spinach and artichoke dip, quesadillas, and Rise & Shine Ramen.
Katie Mae Williams
Feb 27,2025
With the influx of trendy and pricey bars and restaurants downtown, it's refreshing to find a place like Suttree’s that embodies the “Keep Knoxville Scruffy” spirit I love. From the moment you walk in, you feel an immediate sense of comfort. The cozy bowls of delicious ramen, the nostalgic pinball machines, and the live local musicians all contribute to a unique and inviting atmosphere. The staff are incredible, always welcoming and eager to serve. Suttree’s is a true gem on Gay Street, and I highly recommend it.
Caroline Beebe
Jan 30,2025
Great happy hour special and appetizers! And they have a photo-booth in the back.
IDGAXJ - Simple Overlander
Jan 25,2025
A great hole in the wall type place in Knoxville. How they make instant noodle ramen taste so good is beyond me. Got their house special (Spicy) and I will definitely be back.It was kind of a slow night at first but picked up, and the flow of ramen bowls out of the kitchen has to tell you something.Also, their selection of beers is extensive, and even have 4 or more sours on tap.The service was not overly nice, but was quick and amicable. If you check your feelers at the door they won’t get hurt, and you will get your drinks and food in a timely manner.Good food, good selection of drinks, tavern atmosphere, and down to earth people. Worth checking out!
Nathan Wranovsky
Jan 1,2025
We visited Suttree’s two and a half years ago. Now, it’s taken over the storefront next to it, added a giant arcade, and tons of different food. The ramen, however, is better than ever. We ordered the Shin Black bowl and the Veg-O Ramen. The Shin Black was spicy, so be warned, but it’s so good. The smoked brisket is melt in your mouth, the kimchi is great, and the poached egg fits. The miso soup broth is divine too. The highlight of the Veg-O Ramen is the marinated shiitake mushrooms, which are to die for. The miso broth and the kimchi are also great there. The Veg-O is called spicy, but it really wasn’t. We’d highly recommend Suttree’s High Gravity to anyone looking for amazing food!
Reviews For Suttree's High Gravity Tavern