The Original Louis Drive in Restaurant

4.3
Very Good
3278 reviews
 $$$
(865) 688-4121   |   Visit Website

About

The Original Louis Drive in Restaurant in Knoxville, Tennessee is a classic old-fashioned Italian restaurant. Its friendly and traditional atmosphere has been serving patrons for over 70 years. With car-hops and a jukebox, it is a favorite hangout for those that enjoy some nostalgia and great Italian food.

Restaurant Features

Facilities & Amenities

  • Restroom Restroom
  • Kid Friendly Kid Friendly
  • Kid Menu Kid Menu
  • Kid High Chair Kid High Chair
  • Alcohol Alcohol
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Access

Parking

  • Free Parking Lot

Accepted Payments

  • Credit Card
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Must Try Dishes

At The Original Louis Drive-In Restaurant in Knoxville, Tennessee, you must try their famous Chili Cheese Dog, a mouthwatering combination of a juicy grilled hot dog smothered in their signature homemade chili and topped with melted cheese. Another must-try dish is their flavorful Southern Fried Chicken, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with creamy mashed potatoes and savory gravy. Don't miss out on their delectable Pimento Cheeseburger, a juicy burger topped with their homemade pimento cheese, pickles, and red onions, served with a side of golden fries. To satisfy your seafood cravings, their Catfish Plate is a winner, featuring crispy, seasoned catfish fillets served with hushpuppies and tangy tartar sauce. When it's time for dessert, indulge in their classic Banana Split, a delightful combination of fresh bananas, rich ice cream, whipped cream, and delicious toppings. The Original Louis Drive-In Restaurant is a must-visit for flavorful and satisfying

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Reviews for The Original Louis Drive in Restaurant

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Connie A.

We had a server who is in training who is absolutely amazing named Sandra and we tipped her quite well and another waitress picked up her money but anyway she's the only reason why we would ever go back but when we went back today she was no longer there and one waitress told us that it was because a waitress had told management that she did not like her I could absolutely not see how anyone could not have liked her she was absolutely sweet and precious to everyone and even to us she was above and beyond. So we've decided we will never eat there again obviously they do not want good waitresses because we had waited a while to go back because of the waitress we had before we ever had Sandra and she was horrible! So it's really just a hit or miss kind of situation as far as the food goes this time it was kind of not as good as we expected hope this helps.

Sarah M.

Very nice people. The service was very fast and friendly. We were seated right away and got our food quickly. Nice side salad with shredded lettuce. Great historic atmosphere. Also very clean. Lovely ambiance. Not sure how much sodium is in the food. Dietary restrictions: Don't know what the sodium content is. The ravioli was tasty but seemed saltier than I usually care for. The menu doesn't say whether the meat sauce is made from beef, pork or both.

Caroline F.

A Fountain City staple. You cannot beat their baked spaghetti. I also love their pizza (love to orange a pizza with feta, sausage, and peperoncino) and had a great steak their as well. Honestly, you can’t go wrong on the menu! Their staff has always been so friendly too - even when absolutely slammed.

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Business Hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Location Map

4661 Old Broadway
Knoxville, TN 37918

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