New American
J.C. Holdway
Knoxville, Tennessee
Why stop here: J.C. Holdway is a $$$ new american pick in Knoxville. Order Wood-grilled trout.
CuisineNew American
Price$$$
TownKnoxville
James Beard-winning chef Joseph Lenn's downtown Knoxville room celebrating Appalachian ingredients with wood-fired, seasonally driven cooking
What to order
Wood-grilled trout
At J.C. Holdway, Roamward highlights Wood-grilled trout because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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