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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Tif G.
3/26/2025

Delicious food, great experience! 1st time trying this little spot. I saw it while we were in the car on a Sunday morning and made a booking for 11:30. A little short on coffee offerings for a...

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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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Sydney W.
7/3/2025

What a swanky restaurant!!! The food was good, but it is just very different. If you have a picky eater, I probably wouldn't bring them here!!! But I did really enjoy it!!! The vibes are 10/10 and...

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Jordan W.
7/29/2025

I desperately wanted to love Lilou. First, it is truly one of the most beautiful restaurants I have ever been to. A perfect recreation of belle epoque Paris, this spot is absolutely gorgeous, and...

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Linda G.
8/2/2025

Service was outstanding... thank you Piper and Sara. The French onion soup and baguette and butter were so good. We ordered the flank medium. It came out medium rare and pre-cut. Not only was it...

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