Preservation Pub, Knoxville

Sitting in the heart of Market Square Mall next to the Scruffy City Hall, the mighty Preservation Pub is a must-visit, especially, if you like drinking and jamming with stars! Infused with country rock, this three-story pub feels like a fairy tale and is a stepping stone for future soon-to-be music stars. Known for bringing in top musical acts that play late into the night (around 2 am), hosting as many as 200 per month, this iconic live music venue, in a way, acts like an incubator, allowing artists to practice together and, ultimately, stick together. Some even have recorded music videos at the bar (at the rooftop).

Unlike other music venues that are cold, concrete rooms, Preservation Pub has a warm and welcoming (kind of neighborly and just cool) atmosphere manifested in music memorabilia on the walls, cozy, intimate vibe (booths & couches), a speakeasy-style booth wedged into the space under the stairs, a giant tree bar on the rooftop, and vines growing up the brick walls. So, no wonder the bands keep coming back once they make it big.

But it's not only musicians who come through the bar. A known hot spot for celebrity sightings in Knoxville, patrons also have spotted here the likes of Quentin Tarantino, too. The cool thing about Pres Pub is that you never know who is going to show up. The rowdy music downstairs can help the famous guests escape fans' questions and takes the attention off them. Still, those who don't mind speaking to fans, can do so on the second floor, which is more intimate and quieter, and then there's a rooftop oasis for those wanting a view over Market Square and some fresh air.

For extra fun, the bar offers grill menu (plus delicious Guinness-crust pizzas), over 300+ beers (70 on tap, including the Magic Beer Tree in the Moonshine Roof Garden), and some amazing Premium Well Happy Hour (3pm-8pm) specials! Complete with the awesome live music and crowd digging the tunes and genuinely enjoying themselves, you can easily immerse in the entertainment here. Ideal for people watching as well!

An acknowledged pioneer in the downtown Knoxville Renaissance, Preservation Pub has invested its profits for 15 years into saving and revitalizing historic buildings; hence the name, “Preservation” Pub.

Tip:
Cover charge is cash only