This is one of those places where you can tell thought & care goes into every dish. Weve been going here almost every weekend since spring and the specials never disappoint and Ive gotten the same thing every time (the chicken biscuit) and it is always equally as delicious. Great coffee too! And their service cant be beat. Very family friendly. They clearly love what they do and it shows through their food! Thank you for always being a bright spot in our weekend.

Just amazing. It feels like an understatement to say this is the best biscuit I’ve EVER had. The service was amazing, the atmosphere inviting, and the food was some of the best. Seriously. Will recommend to everyone.

Honestly a treasure! Excellent food! Top notch service and the coffee was amazing too! We got the Tennessee Benedict and the Breakfast Chorizo tacos and will be back for sure!

We stopped here on our way back from the Mountains. The food was exceptional. We got the breakfast burrito and the potato squares for the kids. Such a warm experience!

Excellent stop on our way out of town. Great, friendly service. Had a wait time of about 45 minutes but WELL worth every minute of any wait. Build my own plate was a great option. Gives you the chance to taste a little bit of everything. Seems to be a much sought after place for the locals! Just quality, down right delicious food.

Stopped by here before my flight. Great vibe and decor. Great service and great food, not gonna lie, its really its up there and probably better than first watch that I am use to. Highly recommend :)

Excellent food but…I have eaten at this place many times but I’ve never left a review. I have mixed feelings about this restaurant, although the food is usually excellent, the service and the atmosphere created by the restaurant and it’s staff always makes me dread eating here. On my most recent visit, despite having 6-7 available tables, the wait time was upwards of 30 minutes. This might have been due to reservations but while we were eating only a fraction of the tables were occupied. When we were finally seated we got sat in the midday sun and parties were not being sat in order of arrival instead they were sat without planning. In my experience when restaurants seat first come first serve it expedites the seating process and increases how many total tables can be served in the same amount of time. So all in all I would say the the organization was amateur at best.After we were sat our waitress seemed to patronize our very existence. In total she visited our table 3 times once to get our order, once to give us our food, and once to give us our bill and shoo us out. At the end of our experience I was left feeling like a old dirty dog that the front of house staff wanted nothing to do with. I seemed to have to beg to receive any sort of attention.The food on the other hand has always been excellent. The kitchen knows what they are doing and always provided perfectly cooked and seasoned food. I have always been treated to a delightful mixture in textures with a good balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors. The gastronomy almost makes me want to come here more often, but, once I step through their doors I remember why I held this location in such a sour place.2 out of 5 stars.

Oh my gosh! So delicious and worth the cost of the meal especially for LOCALLY SOURCED food! I had “the problem biscuit” and it is so good and SO filling! My partner got the olives special, both are so good! Highly recommend! Plus for a reservation we called at 9am and we’re able to make a reservation for 12! Plus, they are very strict with their COVID protocols making us feel very safe (guests wearing masks, servers wearing masks, cleaning the tables and chairs between guests, and an online checkout from your phone!)! Can’t wait for our next visit!

Been here a couple times now and it doesn’t disappoint! Delicious breakfast every time! And don’t get me started on how friendly the staff is! My go to place any time I’m in Knoxville 😁

Always great food, always great service. We love brunch and this is simply the best brunch ever. So creative, so fun, tons of options for every dietary restriction you may have. GREAT mimosas. We go most Sundays. Perfection.

Best brunch place in town hands down! Squared potatoes are a game changer. Breakfast tacos are the best. Coffee is super. Dont sleep on the daily salsa! Love this place ♥️

Theres a good reason so many locals call this the best brunch in Knoxville - great flavors using fresh local ingredients and a daily rotating specials board based on local in-season ingredients. I went here twice in 2 weeks. During the first visit, I had probably the tastiest and most loaded avocado toast I have ever eaten (wish I had taken a picture!) and a taste of my husbands really good herb biscuit; the second time, I had a braised pork belly and heirloom tomato dish. They still have a very limited menu though - my only wish is that they bring back their full menu soon...

This is the best restaurant in Knoxville!! My boyfriend and I went to OliBea for the first time 3 years ago and were beyond impressed! Now we go almost every weekend! The chef is absurdly talented and every meal weve had there was full of flavor combinations Ive never tasted anywhere else. The staff is so friendly. Plus, they are partnered with Honeybee Coffee and have a full-service coffee bar.They are great with allergies, too! I have Celiacs Disease and I have never reacted to anything they have served me. Their menu is marked for gluten-free and vegetarian options, and they can typically make any of the specials gluten-free also. They have a separate fryer to accommodate allergies, not to mention their fried chicken can be made gluten-free! They are honestly the best! Go try out OliBea sometime!

It was very very good, the attention was exceptional, they are pet friendly and the food is awesome, thank you so much for taking care of our fur baby! All guys were very attentive and kind. 🥰

Easily one of the best breakfasts that I’ve ever had. Great vibes, all the food was excellent, and even the coffee was good too!

Kitschy and cheerful, and good selection for vegetarians. I quite enjoyed the Spicy Korean Latkes that were on special for the day, and the taste I had of my spouses smashed potato and tempeh bacon were delightful!

Vegan or Vegetarian you will be able to eat here, without any substitutions!

Theres just too much to say about how good this place is. If youre thinking of going here, try and make reservations a day or more in advanced just in case - especially if you want to go at the weekend. Parking can be found on the street at a meter or you can park under the bridge in the Old City for free and walk a couple of blocks. Theres outside seating for you to bring your friendly pup. The seating inside is also both open or a few spots tucked away.The food tasted so fresh and light (and I even got something that would usually feel heavy). The iced coffee with brown sugar is so good! Its just the perfect amount of sweetness to keep you satisfied. They had pork belly as an option for a side and I snatched up that opportunity. Cant wait to try everything else on the menu

LOVE Oli Bea! Only place I can get breakfast without feeling guilty cause the food quality is amazing there. All the staff is so kind and attentive. I work nearby and will continue to order breakfast from there forever!!!!!! :)

Affordable gourmet breakfast. Sooo cute inside and AMAZING food for a shockingly low price. Daily specials are always on point and the coffee is great. Everything is under $15. Healthy options and upscale takes on classic breakfast staples. Our favorite neighborhood spot!

I’m going to miss this place, I stopped in for a brunch/breakfast situation during a road trip from Indiana to South Carolina.Such a cute spot with an espresso bar, simple but creative menu, and delicious food.I ordered the ‘Problem’ Biscuit sandwich, with a side of squared potatoes. The sa which was on a large cheddar and chive biscuit, with local sausage, egg, and a sweet-hot jalapeño jam. Everything was delicious! I washed it down with a really nice cortado. I wish I had saved room for the lemon pancakes.

Drove from Jefferson City to try this small local breakfast place. It was warmer today 85 so there was a wait for the inside but no wait for the patio. We didn’t want to wait so we out on the patio. That is the only complaint I have is it was hot. This I not there faults at all. Everything else was amazing. The staff was friendly and helpful. And the food was delicious. I had the burrito and my girlfriend had their breakfast plate. Some people say it’s a little pricey but you pay for what you get and OliBea is top notch breakfast food. I recommend and will be returning.

In town for the weekend and at least three people told us this was the best breakfast in town. They were right! Exciting food options. Great food and coffee. Amazing service ..thank you Holly! One more reason to love Knoxville!

Better then moms cooking. I live in Canada and go to a chain called coras. This place is leaps and bounds better then any other breakfast place Ive been to. I will be back.

Eclectic and delicious. Very pleased with the service, flavor and value. I highly recommend. My new breakfast/lunch spot when I’m in town.

Real good spot, delicious classics with a modern twist. Great espresso too.

OliBea is such a gem in Knoxville! No matter what you order, its going to be exceptionally flavorful. Their biscuits and the friend chicken are two of my favorite things on the menu.

Creative menu and good food but overpriced for what you get. Server wasnt very friendly or personable at all. I want a fan of the coffee either.

Great place to grab breakfast around Knoxville. Went there with my coworker before heading to work. They strictly follow COVID regulations, you can’t take your mask until you get seated and placed your order.Started with a shaker (ice latte) with oat milk, then order their special of the day which was hen hoc pastrami empanada. Drink came pretty quick, however food took a little bit longer. Food and drink were really tasty and filling. The empanada looked like a small portion, but it was really filling.Overall, great place for breakfast around Knoxville.

One of the best meals I’ve had in Knoxville in a while! I’ve lived here for 4yrs. I wish I had come sooner. I got a mimosa with fresh squeezed OJ and the chorizo tacos. Beautiful and tasty food. Sorry, I didn’t take any pictures cause I started eating immensely. I love a place with a small menu like they have. I will definitely be back.

This is a gem In Knoxville! I tried everything on my wife’s plate as well and we could not pick a bad thing there. But my personal favorite was the chicken, the smashed potatoes and the biscuit is a MUST! Ohhh and there home made jam! Amazing place and service

Great brunch with freshly squeezed orange juice! Very tasty and unique food. Little bit of a wait time, but there a great coffee shop a few doors down called Old City Java. Wish the seating wasn’t so cramped but kinda adds character. Overall very satisfied and lots of friendly service.

Best breakfast ever ! Flavors are unique, I love this place!

Was one of the best breakfast places I have ever had!! Had the Tennessee Benedict. It was delicious. Also tried the gravy. Everything was amazing. Had Hannah as a server and she was excellent! Have to come back here.

Been wanting to go here for awhile now and I finally did! Overall, I loved it! Such a cute little place with really delicious food. I got the Tennessee Benedict and my eggs were perfectly poached! I just wish there was a little more hollandaise but I’ll just ask for extra next time! We got the lemon pancakes for the table and some lucky charm scones...both were delicious! I also got a mimosa which was a little on the smaller side for the price, but again, delicious. Will definitely be back.

Delicious brunch! I I had the breakfast tacos, which were really good and filling. My only complaint is some bites were a tad dry, I wish there was salsa or like pico de gallo on them, but other than that, they were delicious! My husband enjoyed the breakfast burrito a lot too!We lucked out showing up around 930 on a Sunday without calling ahead, and we got in within 30 minutes. Given COVID restrictions and their already small seating area, in the time we were there, wait times got really high, so definitely call ahead if you can.The mask policy is a little different. They ask you to wear your mask any time you interact with the servers, which totally makes sense. However we awkwardly were putting masks on and taking them off constantly. Would recommend just leaving masks on until you are done ordering/get your food.Overall a very pleasant experience!

Out of towner. Saw the reviews on Google so I went here. Bad moveChicken = Nasty, the crust dried my mouth up. Had a flour clump in it. It almost tasted like catfish. Couldnt finish it. Threw the whole thing away.Hash = Meh, I liked the scallions in itPork Belly = Why was this so tough? Threw it awayOrange juice = Delicious!Lemon pancake = Very good.The fact that I threw food away because it was gross made this an instant 1 star for me

Delicious, had The Problem Biscuit - garlicky soft biscuit and a sweet jalapeño spread made this sandwich a lil sweet and beautifully filling. The 1 hour seating wait was super worth.

Great food and service, food was all made fresh! Perfect for brunch or breakfast

Wonderful place and staff! Food was delicious and well be back!

It was my first time going last week and Ill definitely be back. Food was amazing

Sitting in this restaurant alone eating breakfast feels so existentially perfect I need a copy of The Sound and the Fury!Love this place!The high quality food and service has the feel of a more artsy hipster community than Knoxville.Feels more like Franklin TN or Asheville NC.The food is farm fresh ingredients good with great coffee and unique breakfast offerings...Get the Chicken Biscuit...wow!Definitely could use more gluten free options but if you want quality breakfast and have a few minutes to be a person.This is the place to go for breakfast.

Kinda cramped but I think theyre going for that quaint vibe. Server was extremely nice, positive and helpful. Food was amazing. One tip: Get rid of that silly bar area that faces a wall or whatever. Or just clean it up and make it more pleasant. No one wants to sit there. Its horrible. Other than that, awesome place and we will go back, given the opportunity.

These are incredibly reasonable prices for the level of dining. I show my respect by ordering more brunch beverages

This is one of my very favorite breakfast places in town. It’s down in the heart of the old city in a quaint little building that offers community seating as well as individual tables. Their menu is always very creative and tasty. The servers are always very friendly as well. Apparently there’s not a lot of turnover because I’ve only seen the same four or five servers here since I’ve been coming. That’s actually a nice bonus because I think the quality of service is better when you have long-standing employees.This place is definitely a MUST – see, whether you’re new to town, just visiting for a weekend or you live here. You don’t want to miss this little gem

I used to love Olibea. We went to the new location. Were told we had to wait an hour for a table. So we left and came back to our car locked to the ground. Asked why ours was the only car in the parking lot experiencing this problem. Was then told the parking lot was only for residents of the nearby Marble Alley Lots although this parking lot was without a doubt nearly nothing but patrons for Olibea. There were signs citing it was private property. Had no reason to assume the restaurant was not the private property as it was chockfull of patrons. Pretty sure our truck was the only one singled out in the parking lot for the generally lower class look of the thing. They said they couldnt put up a sign since it wasnt their property. But there is a giant mural on the side of their building. Maybe instead of so much mural provide a warning its a extortionist trap for their patrons from another nearby business. Never eating here again.

I came here for brunch while my stay in Knoxville. Love the vibe and decorations of this little place. I ordered the chicken biscuit (with gravy.) It was delicious, rich and creamy dish. My marginal benefit for gravy is a little bit steep but I can still finish it.

Great food and experience! Vegetarian breakfast burrito can be made vegan by subbing eggs for tofu chorizo.

Awesome breakfast brunch spot with amazing views inside and out. Food is local, healthy and definitely delicious. Perfect breakfast spot for couples or coffee meet ups. Space is a little tight due to the historic spot but overall one of my favorite local spots.

Amazing!!! Everything is house made, and mostly organic!! The biscuits were some of the best Ive ever had. The House smoked pork was Amazing! Defiantly worth coming here! I cant wait to bring my wife she loves eggs Benedict & theirs are the best Ive had!

Great service. Great food (get the chicken biscuit!). Great atmosphere

One of the best brunch places Ive been to. A long wait on a holiday weekend at 11am (waited about 50min) but it was worth it. Small, eclectic, and the menu was delicious. They list all the farms and local places where their food comes from each week so you know youre supporting the local economy. Staff is friendly and fun, very much with checking out!

Not a long wait and delicious food for the price. The breakfast burrito exceeded my expectations, I loved the combination of chicken and pork with the mole sauce on top. Their biscuits are also top notch.

Three of us happened upon this adorable place while searching for outside seating. Our waiter, Jeffrey D. was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. The coffee was unexpectedly delicious- I had an iced oat latte and the other two had hot coffee. We ordered two Tostadas and one Problem Biscuit, which we all shared. We could not stop talking about how amazing the food tasted. Perfectly blended flavors in just the right amount of food with prices that are shockingly low- similarly priced to Chick-fil-A but created with the love you only get from family and the expertise of fine dining. Can’t say enough about how GOOD Oli Bea is, stop what you are doing and eat here now. Or don’t, because there was no wait and I want to go back again and again and again…

The staff were super friendly. Very clean establishment. I ordered an orange juice and eggs benedict and it was the best I ever had!

Farm fresh eggs, thick cut bacon, and pork belly. Breakfast and a filling lunch menu. Its kind of a gift shop too with crafts from local artists. I bought a wonderful mug. Consistent good food and good service. Lovely place.

Phenomenal in just about every way. Was so close to perfect. Quality, service, vibe all perfect. I never complain about portions or price, this will be a first. My plate, while delicious, was insanely petite. I will come back, often, cuz the quality was that good. Recommend everyone comes here, praying my “teaser” plate was just a one off.

My favorite brunch spot in town! Got the carnitas tostada and an iced chai latte, my go-to meal. Never disappoints!

This is my favorite place for brunch! The food is excellent and many ingredients are local. Burritos are my favorite thing to get. If you aren’t extremely hungry, a plate is usually enough for two people or one with leftovers.

The best breakfast we have ever had! From the fresh squeezed orange juice to the meals bursting with fresh flavor. Absolutely incredible!

OliBea is an adorably precious restaurant. They are a brunch place with locally sourced food, and a focus on Southern comfort foods including shrimp and grits, collard greens on a grilled cheese, and melt in your mouth biscuits. The service was great, the food was delicious, and the setting is welcoming. This is a great place to go with a friend or two, but coming with a large group for brunch on a Sunday was a challenge.

Very nice little place. The dining area is far too noisy, but the food is worth it.

Get the OliBea plate and thank me later. Of course I had the mimosa with a water on the side. My first ever experience in there but it wont be my last. Health is wealth.

Only the second time Ive been, but cant say anything but great things about it. Food was delicious, service was great as well. I was drinking coffee like crazy for some reason and our waiter never let my coffee get half empty.Cool atmosphere, cant wait to see the new location when it opens (thanks Inside of Knoxville).

Lovely restaurant with locally sourced food. Very fresh and great service

Thre food was delicious but the drink selection was lacking (room temp tap water and no soft drink options). I spoke with the Chef and owner and hope he remedies the few things that detracted from the overall experience. Farm to table is great but some things are better left to large familiar companies like Heinz or Hunts. I will return to the restaurant and update my post in hopes that next time will be as amazing as I know it can be. See you soon Jeff!

Delicious food and attentive staff. New place to add to our Goto list.

Nice little spot, long wait for food, especially when it is busy. The food is really good, portions are smaller than they look like theyd be, chicken biscuit was great but didnt have a ton of chicken in it, the biscuit is sweet which got mixed reviews from our group. The Olibea plate was good, on par with what you could get at any breakfast place, but overpriced at $12.

First visit1 Open table inside and 3 outside and told 2 hour wait i can promise you the owner doesnt know how much their host i loosing them in income. I wont return

Food was sitting on a heat lamp for 15 minutes but the servers were attentive for the most part. The food was above average, however their mask policy is a massive blunder from my perspective.They ask you to wear a mask when talking to your server or when not eating, that just ruined my experience, the tables are already 10 feet apart, what a nightmare.

Cute place with great coffee and good biscuits! They let you customize and have lots of great veggie meat options. The vibe is chill and a great place to start your day

Just had breakfast here. So good! Best place for an amazing breakfast and mimosas. Their biscuits are very yummy, service was great, food was great, and atmosphere was great. I work third shifts, so I rarely have great restaurants to pick from when I get off work. Will eat here again.

Added to the great Knoxville experience I had. Cool space, great music, quality food, friendly service. Everything you could want in a breakfast spot!

The perfect breakfast place, fun friendly staff, amazing menu, minutes from the major highways. Definitely pinning this for next time were driving through Knoxville

Everything was delicious! Our waiter was super friendly and the atmosphere was fresh. From the freshly squeezed OJ to the mind blowing lemon pancakes, well be back for sure

Cozy and inviting plus this is the best local breakfast and they have great coffee.

Great atmosphere and food, one of my favorite breakfast places

Best vegan breakfast options in Knoxville hands down. The vegan breakfast tacos were out of this world!

This is my absolute favorite breakfast spot in Knoxville. The lemon pancakes are maybe the best things I have ever eaten, you must try them! As a vegetarian, they offer plenty of non-meat dishes as well as veggie-centric meals. We get to-go brunch once a week as a special treat.

Small breakfast spot but they had a nice breakfast selection. The wait times can be long.

Delicious every time!!! This is my favorite breakfast place in Knoxville.

Cool place , Few Vegan Options , Need better roofing in Outdoor for summer time.

Decent spot. Tempeh bacon wasn’t my favorite. Grits are good

Decently made food and its locally sourced, which I love. Its not bad assuming you dont mind waiting about an hour for your overpriced, mediocre food (it looks better than it tastes). This is an example of a place where you pay for the atmosphere. Its a good spot to sit and get coffee and a biscuit in the morning, but I wouldnt suggest doing much more.

Haven’t even tasted the food yet, but I am so impressed by the customer service that I know this place is a 5 star worthy place.I spilled water all over the table, and they came instantly to clean it up and didn’t make me feel like a jerk about it. Thanks guys!

So much attention and love goes into this food.

My partner ordered a BBQ Chicken Burrito from the Daily Specials. It was filled with rice, sea island peas, potatoes, jack cheese and topped with an egg and some spicy poblano peppers and barbecue sauce. The waiter was very excited as we were the first order of the new offering! thank you

Amazing food. Great vegetarian options. The veggie burrito is incredible.

Outstanding!!!! Quick visit to your amazing city and we fell in love with this restaurant! Amazing people and amazeballs food!!!!

A must do. So good.

Cozy atmosphere, good food!

Always has the best food in town hands down the #1 breakfast brunch spot!The Tennessee Benedict is my go to has a little too much potato’s but I ask for a half order. Also the bacon is thick and juicy so good! Love this place and wish I could go more.

Always a must go when near the Old City. Today, I decided to try the HenHoc brunch dog. They were out of the bun that the dog normally comes on, but it didnt matter. The dog, pickle brined fries, English muffin, and hollandaise all made up for it. This dog was on point. My dad got their special of the day which consisted of sweet and spicy fried chicken, sweet potatoes, bleu cheese, and a good amount of other things. I tried a bite and his was just as good as mine. Paired with freshly squeezed OJ and coffee from Vienna coffee house, this was the perfect brunch meal. If you are in the area, dont hesitate to go to this place.

Nice and cozy breakfast spot! The Tennessee Benedict was good but the fried potatoes on the side were some of the best Ive ever had!

Very unique mexican fusion joint. Good place for brunch in Knoxville. Get the Abuelita Mocha!

Absolutely outstanding food and service! Our server had a really cool teal mask and was so nice, she wiped down the wet table and chairs for us before we sat and made the meal very pleasant! We had a taste of quite a few things including the breakfast burrito and the lemon pancake. The pancake was so delicious!!! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a cute cafe experience! Thank you OliBea!

Great veggie breakfast burrito!

I am still trying to figure out my favorite Knoxville restaurant for dinner but Oli Bea is hands down the best breakfast experience. Delicious food, great space, friendly service.

Good food quaint little atmosphere five stars.

Delightful place for breakfast. We were only in Knoxville for 24 hours but came across OliBea based on Google reviews, which are mostly right on. Highly recommend. 5/5