Restaurant Adventures at Baker Creek Preserve
Baker Creek Preserve is lucky enough to have three great eating establishments within walking distance of the parking lot and several more within a short drive. Whether you are looking for weekend brunch, a post-ride refuel, or just a great place to eat, Baker Creek Preserve has something for everyone!
SoKno Taco Cantina has become a local Knoxville legend in just a short time. In 2017, SoKno was one of the first new businesses on the scene when the exciting plans for a bike park and miles of hiking and biking trails were planned for south Knoxville. SoKno is a fun Día de Muertos themed cantina serving up some authentic street tacos, burritos, and tamales in a festive environment. This includes a large patio for outside seating that is both dog and sweaty adventurer friendly. SoKno also has some of the best margaritas ever made… (more about that on Imbibing Adventures at Baker Creek Preserve). The cantina is just two blocks north of the bike park parking lot, so it is an easy walk. Also, there is a large parking area behind the restaurant if you would rather drive.
The newest addition to the Baker Creek Preserve area restaurant is 71 South. This restaurant is in the beautifully restored smaller sanctuary of the former Baptist Church which will all be renovated to become Baker Creek Bottoms. 71 South offers everything from favorite pub foods like a Smashburger to more formal entrees, a full bar, and exciting vegetarian options. If you did not bring a change of clothes after a hard day riding-no problem! The full menu is available outside on the patio. This restaurant is incredibly conveniently located adjacent to the bike park parking lot.
While 71 South and SoKno Taco Cantina are relative newcomers to South Knoxville, The RoundUp is a tried-and-true favorite, serving up homestyle goodness for decades. The RoundUp is an informal diner with easy walk-up ordering and a varied menu that offers some southern favorites. Lines are known to form to get into this restaurant during post church hours, which is a testament to the food! The RoundUp is also two blocks north of the bike park, just across the street from SoKno Taco, with its own separate parking lot.
Less than 2 miles away, Sevier Avenue runs parallel to the Tennessee river and delivers a stretch of fantastic dining and drinking options. Redbud Kitchen offers soups, sandwiches, world-class meatloaf, and also has a full bar and patio. SouthCoast Pizza and Wings whips up a wide variety of pizza, including vegetarian and gluten free options. They are also famous for fall- off- the-bone smoked wings and fresh salads. Simpl, also on Seveir Avenue, boasts a locally sourced and seasonal menu that includes bowls, handhelds, and salads. They have some wonderful happy hour specials. Just across the street, Southside Garage is a food-truck park that offers craft beers and a rotation of Knoxville’s finest food trucks. This includes the permanent foodtruck Dia De Foods that serves up Southwestern Cuisine with lots of outdoor picnic style table seating, perfect for the après hiking/biking crowd. The local variety continues with the Landing House-another local favorite, especially if you are tempted to try more Asian leaning fare. They make wonderful curries, pho, salads and cocktails. Landing House also has optional covered outdoor dining space when dirt and or canines are along for the ride. Last but not least is the new kid on the block, Angry Dumpling, specializing in their own personal take on South Korean style dumplings and braised beef soup. We are certain with the growth of the area, this list will continue to expand. Check back often!