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Musicians will take the stage as customers take bites of the "chef-driven Americana" food served at The Kennedy, a new restaurant and bar that has replaced Blackhorse Pub and Brewery on Gay Street. Hopefully, a staple of downtown Knoxville," Kennedy told Knox News. The menu features an assortment of classic dishes.

Some of Kennedy's highlights include mini corn dog bites, king crab crispy rice, The Kennedy wagyu burger and spicy rigatoni. His personal favorite, however, is the barbeque pizza. Nothing is out of a can," Kennedy said. The drink menu features classic cocktails, beer and wine.

The Kennedy also has some communal cocktails, shooters and non-alcoholic options. One highlight is the Britt Splits, which is actually two complementary cocktails served at the same time: the Maracas Beach and the Lil Lychee. This is different from drink "sets" that typically pair a shot with a beer. The Kennedy will add brunch in July, but that menu is still being developed.

The restaurant has a stage that will host live music Sunday through Thursday, before switching things up with a DJ on the weekends. The stage will be open for seating when artists are not performing. If that's not enough entertainment, 10 TVs hang from the walls throughout the restaurant.

In addition to ground-level table, bar and booth seating, guests can sit in the mezzanine overlooking the restaurant. Gay Street has experienced some significant changes the past few years. Pioneer House moved off Gay Street and east, with Scott West now planning to turn the retail space into a bar.

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The hotel is right next to The Kennedy on Gay Street, a part of downtown Kennedy is excited to help shape. It's getting elevated, and we're excited to be here. The Kennedy is open 11 a. Monday through Thursday. Hours extend to 3 a. Fridays and Saturdays, and are cut back to 11 p. Reservations can be made at thekennedyknoxville.

Keenan Thomas reports for the Knox News business growth and development team. You can reach him by email at keenan. Support strong local journalism and unlock premium perks at knoxnews. Sign out.