Early this morning while the restaurant was closed, our Sweet P’s Uptown Corner location in Fountain City was hit by a car and sustained damage to the building. No employees were in the building at the time of the incident. The restaurant will be temporarily closed today and until further notice.
We will keep you updated as we know more and work toward reopening. For timely updates, please check our Facebook page.
August 7: Early this morning, our Sweet P’s Uptown Corner location in Fountain City was hit by a car and sustained damage to the building. No employees were in the building at the time of the incident. The restaurant will be temporarily closed today and until further notice.
We will keep you updated as we know more and work toward reopening. For timely updates, please check our Facebook page.
The Downtown Dive at 410 W. Jackson Ave., in Knoxville
is open and serving all of your Sweet P’s favorites.
The current location, Downtown Dive, opened to fulfill barbecue cravings in downtown Knoxville in 2015. Located at 410 W. Jackson Ave., Downtown Dive was borne from a love of classic American dive bars and barbecue joints and carries on the tradition of Sweet P’s Southern heritage.
In the spring of 2021, the first full-service Sweet P’s concept, Uptown Corner, will open in Fountain City. Featuring table service and a bar, we look forward to serving our customers at 3029 Tazewell Pike and joining the Fountain City community.
Because I smoke meats myself, I rarely eat smoked food or steaks out, as I'm rarely satisfied. But this place... read moreBecause I smoke meats myself, I rarely eat smoked food or steaks out, as I'm rarely satisfied. But this place is an exception. The ribs here were the best of any I've had outside my own home. Do visit here, do order the ribs. read less
This place has the best BBQ I've ever had! The atmosphere is very welcoming and comfortable.we ate in their outdoor... read moreThis place has the best BBQ I've ever had! The atmosphere is very welcoming and comfortable.we ate in their outdoor seating area on a beautiful day. The food is AMAZING. The ribs and brisket are stellar. I was covering everything in their thin vinegar sauce because it was so good. The pulled pork and the pulled chicken sandwiches were straight out of heaven. Top is off with the banana pudding! We loved it. read less
We stopped here in the middle of a road trip from SC to Ohio, and it worth the detour. I... read moreWe stopped here in the middle of a road trip from SC to Ohio, and it worth the detour. I had the smoked meatloaf with mac & cheese, and was blown away. Also had raw fries and pimento cheese, the salt rub they put on the chips was better than any chips I've had in a long time. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Knoxville! read less
I will admit, the price is somewhat high, but this food really takes you to a backyard barbecue. One of... read moreI will admit, the price is somewhat high, but this food really takes you to a backyard barbecue. One of the best brisket plates that I have ever had. It is at a very cool location as well. read less
The BBQ here is delicious!! Everyone here is really nice. We stopped here on our way to New Orleans, coming... read moreThe BBQ here is delicious!! Everyone here is really nice. We stopped here on our way to New Orleans, coming from philly and it was good spot! Reasonable price for a good amount of food! read less
This a very good restaurant. The BBQ'd pork is tasty. The sauces are all worth trying. Very friendly atmosphere. We... read moreThis a very good restaurant. The BBQ'd pork is tasty. The sauces are all worth trying. Very friendly atmosphere. We will be leaving before the Stanley Cup Finals start tonight. Go Predators. read less
We were in town from Boston for work. We stopped by for lunch and it was fantastic! It was smoked... read moreWe were in town from Boston for work. We stopped by for lunch and it was fantastic! It was smoked meatloaf for the daily special which was great, but I have to say that the ribs and sautéed greens were the best we have had years! read less
Always my favorite place for ribs! Their rub is fantastic and for a small price you can buy a container... read moreAlways my favorite place for ribs! Their rub is fantastic and for a small price you can buy a container of it to take home. We bring out of town guests here and Sweet P's never disappoints. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. I definitely recommend this place for those who love dry rubbed ribs (they have good BBQ sauce too--but who needs it?) read less
I have always loved this place, but decided my last visit warranted a new review. While I didn't see me... read moreI have always loved this place, but decided my last visit warranted a new review. While I didn't see me go to side the green beans (which would normally be enough for me to boycott a place or at least issue a public thrashing), the replacement seems to be Lima Beans made I the Characteristic seasoned and mixed ingredient style that makes Sweet P's sides the best.
As a bonus, they made brisket chili which I also had as a side. They decided to add the chili today because of the cold weather. Now that's looking after your customers.
I can't wrap this up without saying the bbq was excellent as always. FYI. Best brisket in town. read less
As a vegetarian, it's not always easy to find something to eat that's not covered in animal fat at a... read moreAs a vegetarian, it's not always easy to find something to eat that's not covered in animal fat at a BBQ spot. Sweet P's on the other hand is very veg friendly! They list anything that isn't vegetarian on the sides list when you walk in. Staff are also very helpful and friendly. The overall restaurant is a local favorite as well. I go here and always leave very happy and full! read less
My vote for best ribs in America. Meaty, tender, fall off the bone, none of that hard crunchy stuff. Served... read moreMy vote for best ribs in America. Meaty, tender, fall off the bone, none of that hard crunchy stuff. Served with dry rub so you can add your own sauce. Also brisket is excellent, chicken & pork not bad either. The sides are awesome! Mac and cheese, and Greens n things - once again, best in America. For a change, try their pimento cheese dip with house made potato chips. It's listed as an appetizer, but you won't get it until you've already started on the rest of your meal. Food is served cafeteria style, with the guys behind the counter loading your plate up as you go through. My only complaint about Sweet P's is that they will run out of stuff, especially on UT game nights. Everything's good, so if they're out of ribs, get the brisket. But if they're out of mac & cheese, go home! read less
1 word: Brisket! You can thank me later. It willMelt in your mouth and fill you up. The sauces are... read more1 word: Brisket! You can thank me later. It willMelt in your mouth and fill you up. The sauces are to die for but the barbecue is the best I've had. Steer clear from the the standards and try some of their daily specials too! read less
A perfect place to get bbq downtown. No frills here--it is what it is and it is so good. You... read moreA perfect place to get bbq downtown. No frills here--it is what it is and it is so good. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The thing that catches my attention is the burrito. I feel this has a lot of bang for your buck. You think they'll just load it up with rice and bean fillers but there is actually quite a bit of meat in there. Give it a try. read less
Awesome place!!! The pimento cheese dip is next level! The ribs were awesome too. All of the food was good,... read moreAwesome place!!! The pimento cheese dip is next level! The ribs were awesome too. All of the food was good, but those two items were my favorite. Everyone at the table went wild over the pimento cheese dip, but I didn't share my ribs lol read less
Ate here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Great easy parking. Not a dive at all, but rather a... read moreAte here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Great easy parking. Not a dive at all, but rather a nice clean place.
I asked what to get, the pit master asked if I was local or not. I informed him that I was not. He said that if that was the case then I should not miss the ribs. I followed his advice.
The long and short of it is that they were hands down the best ribs that I have ever had. Dry rubbed, fall of the bone good. They honestly didn't need sauce, but the sauce was good too. Great random pick. read less
Everywhere I go I always try the local BBQ, but there's no place like home Sweet P's is my favorite... read moreEverywhere I go I always try the local BBQ, but there's no place like home Sweet P's is my favorite anywhere. The ribs are my favorite, but the pulled pork and the brisket are both fantastic. For something different try the burrito. The dry rub wings are great, too. Can't go wrong with any of the sides, but don't miss the mac and cheese. Save some room for some banana pudding. read less
I love good bbq and I found some good "q" at Sweet P's. I ordered he bbq burrito. It was... read moreI love good bbq and I found some good "q" at Sweet P's. I ordered he bbq burrito. It was so tasty. I selected the pork bbq for the meat. Chicken and beef were also choices. The cole slaw was so crunchy and added a nice texture. The beans on the burrito were just enough. It was huge and I did not think I could eat the whole burrito. I did! I will order this as soon As I return! read less
Cool little BBQ spot. Brisket was delicious and the ribs fell off the bone. The tater salad was a great... read moreCool little BBQ spot. Brisket was delicious and the ribs fell off the bone. The tater salad was a great side option and the Mac and cheese was the best I've ever had. Didn't have to wait long to order, and although it was busy, the staff kept the line moving and seats available. Great place. read less
To me BBQ is pulled pork. I live in Franklin and get to Knoxville to see kids at UT. This... read moreTo me BBQ is pulled pork. I live in Franklin and get to Knoxville to see kids at UT. This is by far my favorite BBQ, always moist and on target. My daughter gets the chicken and the same. The Mac and cheese is is different than most others but great. Hard not to rack up the calorie count and avoid the banana pudding. Definitely my favorite of all BBQ. read less
Now, I love good ribs... No disappointment here. Loved the rub & tenderness of their ribs. We chose the Sampler... read moreNow, I love good ribs... No disappointment here. Loved the rub & tenderness of their ribs. We chose the Sampler Platter: 3 meats & 3 sides; Pulled pork, ribs, wings (out of brisket). Sides were mac-n-cheese, green beans & banana pudding. Everything... and I mean everything... was awesome. Nice to see fresh green beans! Pulled pork was moist and flavorful. Wings were spicy with garlic... yum.
If we were locals, this would be our "go to" place for bbq. Not a local, well, its just to good to pass up. read less
We were passing thru Knoxville and Yelp said we had to stop here. Quick detour from Interstate. We had their... read moreWe were passing thru Knoxville and Yelp said we had to stop here. Quick detour from Interstate. We had their brisket and chicken. Chef recommended with both their hot and thin sauce. Did not disappoint. Tried a side of the Chocolate Chess pie, it was to die for. read less
Highly recommend. Quick service good food. Perfect lunch or date night. Wings are dope too. Couldn't have a nicer staff
