Maple Grove Inn

MGI has some of the best food in Knoxville, you just have to find the place first! Chef Luna does incredible things to his high quality ingredients combined with the herbs and vegetables grown onsite. Their seafood offerings have been my favorites ... more

MGI has some of the best food in Knoxville, you just have to find the place first! Chef Luna does incredible things to his high quality ingredients combined with the herbs and vegetables grown onsite. Their seafood offerings have been my favorites. The Inn itself is stunning, especially the individual suites, when celebs stay in Knoxville this is where they are put up (I know Bob Mackie, the designer, stayed at MGI.) less

The Maple Grove Inn is a bed and breakfast type place that was built in 1799. We found it almost by accident. A simple hanging sign is the only indication of its existence, as the narrow lane leading to it is nestled between a church and a cemet ... more

The Maple Grove Inn is a bed and breakfast type place that was built in 1799. We found it almost by accident. A simple hanging sign is the only indication of its existence, as the narrow lane leading to it is nestled between a church and a cemetary. Ancient trees line the drive that leads to this exceptional discovery.
We were warmly welcomed as we stepped across the threshold and back in time. The hostess was extremely accomodating and offered a tour after we finished our meal, as she promptly led us to our table. The wait staff met every need without prompting.
You have your choice of 4 meals and we both choose the bacon wrapped filet. We both chose the field green salad, although the champange soup did sound wonderful. The oriental vinagrette had an excellent thai peanut sauce flavor. The filet arrived shortly thereafter with a fan of asparagus and a healthy portion of "sticky rice". The filet was cooked to perfection and melted in our mouths. The sticky rice was a delight but the asparagus was a touch firm for my tastes. The desert was a "sweetheart" cake w/ raspberry sauce that just ruined my wife for the weekend!
If you are looking for something special and memorable, this is the place! If you really want to make it an event, book the master suite ($250 a night, but DAMN! you just have to see the suite!).




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