Preservation Pub

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28 Market Sq
Knoxville, TN 37902
+1 (865) 524-2224
http://preservationpub.com

Preservation Pub, nestled in downtown Knoxville, is a hub for live entertainment, creative community building, and downtown revitalization efforts. Founded by Bernadette and Scott West, this iconic locale boasts a lively ambiance, open until 3 AM every day, with nightly live music performances.

Adjacent to Preservation Pub is Scruffy City Hall, a gothic-inspired architectural gem that houses intimate venues like the Main Hall and the Loggia Balcony Bar. Known as 'Knoxville's Cathedral of Entertainment and Libations,' this multi-level establishment offers unique experiences like the 'Scruffy Cinepub Under the Stars' on the rooftop.

Step into Bernadette's Crystal Gardens, a magical space enveloped in 94 million karats of crystals across four themed floors. From the soothing Amethyst Lounge to the energizing Citrine Mezzanine, guests can indulge in vegetarian delights and handcrafted cocktails amidst a transformative crystal haven.

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3.5156 reviews
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Navi B.
8/19/2025

Place is gorgeous. The rooftop bar has some great artwork and has fans to help you keep cool. I noted gas heaters too for Fall/Winter.

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Zack O.
8/25/2025

I enjoy this place but it's usually very crowded and you'll be waiting at the bar area for a very long time. Can sometimes be hard to find a place to sit or even hangout. The vibes are good and I...

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Güneş Ö.
7/27/2024

1) Don't leave your credit card with bartenders 2) Smoker bar with rude bartenders Don't start a tap because they keep credit cards. I heard fraud stories at this place and bartenders are...

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Maggie W.
7/17/2025

Great place to hang out, there's two floors plus the lovely rooftop bar. The bartender wasn't the best and one of our cocktails was not even close to what we ordered. Oh well, live music was fun!

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Lawrence D.
10/21/2024

Great Service Professional Live Entertainment High Rise Beverages on Menu Rooftop Treehouse Bar

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Scruffy City Hall, located in downtown Knoxville, is part of a vibrant collection of venues owned by local entrepreneurs Bernadette and Scott West, who have been instrumental in revitalizing the area since 1990. This unique establishment features a gothic architectural style and offers a diverse range of experiences, including live music, a rooftop garden, and an eclectic menu that emphasizes vegetarian options. Adjacent to Preservation Pub, Scruffy City Hall boasts an artistic atmosphere with three levels, including the Main Hall for intimate shows and the Loggia Balcony Bar for prime people-watching. The venue is designed to enhance Knoxville's nightlife, providing guests with a magical escape filled with positive energy and creative culinary delights. Generated from the website
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