Nick & J's Cafe

If you’re looking for a delicious, down-home breakfast spot in Knoxville, Nick & J's Cafe is the place to be! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm smiles and that genuine Southern hospitality that makes you feel right at home. I ordered the eggs, bacon, and grits, and everything was cooked perfectly — hot, flavorful, and comforting, just like breakfast should be. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is taken care of, and you can tell they truly enjoy what they do. The restaurant itself is clean, cozy, and conveniently located on Lovell Road — easy to find and worth every mile. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast solo, meeting friends, or enjoying a weekend meal with family, Nick & J's Cafe is one of those spots that keeps you coming back. Highly recommend

I love Nick & J’s! The food, the atmosphere, service every things was perfect! The Philly cheese steak was so flavorful and cooked to perfection! You must try the pastrami on rye…straight outta New York! You will not be disappointed!

I had a pastrami Reuben and it was great. The fries were really good, too. My wife and son ordered a BLT and enjoyed it as well. The staff was friendly, and the lady working there was even handing out free fudge, which was a nice surprise.

I was really hoping Nick and J’s Cafe would end up being one of those hidden gems—the kind of mom-and-pop place you can brag about finding and call your go-to breakfast spot. The food was good, maybe not quite fantastic, but certainly enjoyable. The biscuits and gravy had a nice flavor, and the eggs and bacon were cooked well. I did ask for the bacon to be cooked well done, so if you prefer it less crisp, they can probably accommodate that too. The potatoes were a little undercooked, but everything else was very satisfactory. What really stood out was the service—friendly, attentive, and exactly what you hope for in a local diner. The value was also solid; you get a hearty meal for a fair price. That said, I can’t help but compare it to Waffle House, which in my opinion still has them be

Upon arrival before the restaurant open, the building very clean looked like it just opened their doors yesterday, when the doors opened we sat down greeted by our server brought two cups of piping hot coffee and a few minutes came back and took our orders. The inside of the restaurant was and is immaculate and you can eat off the floors. Our server was more than hospitable our food was perfect and tasted great. We’ve lived here in TN for 7 years and found this restaurant through google, if you’re in the area stop by and we promise you won’t be disappointed. Rating of 10+ here’s photos showcasing our visit.