Laya A.
11/9/2025
A really good ambiance and atmosphere. They have a really friendly environment and good service. However the main course was not good it did not have any test. The and dessert were perfect.
Lilou
$$$
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428 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Lilou in Knoxville, TN, is an authentic French brasserie helmed by local hospitality couple Aaron Thompson and Jessica King, known for their acclaimed establishments Brother Wolf and Osteria Stella. Led by Chef Benjamin Tilatti, Lilou offers contemporary interpretations of classic French cuisine and boasts a curated wine list featuring exclusively French bottles.
The restaurant's bar serves cocktails celebrating French spirits, absinthes, and vermouths, while the menu showcases modern twists on traditional brasserie dishes and culinary inspirations, making Lilou a must-visit French retreat on Gay Street.
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4.089 reviews
Jen H.
11/14/2025
Rolled up to the bar around 5:30 on a friday evening and found plenty of room. Happy hour runs until 6pm and they have some great deals. I got the 3 cheese plate and glass of wine for $25 and it...
Vicki B.
10/6/2025
I went with high hopes but I found the food less then okay. We ordered the charcuterie with three cheeses ( less than ounce of each) and a baguette. This cost $60 and would barely serve two. My...
K S.
10/22/2025
Adorable French restaurant with upscale seating and menu. Nice historic fell with oil paintings and velvet cubicles. Private feeling. No rush dinner. There is a Wine expert as well as a cheese...
Clau R.
1/3/2025
My partner and I were visiting his parents in Knoxville recently, and they took us out to Lilou for a nice dinner. They had all been there before, but it was my first time. We made a reservation...
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