Knoxville’s Destination for Fresh Seafood? It’s the Copper Cellar Marketplace

When people search for Knoxville seafood, they usually think of seafood restaurants in Knoxville, whether it’s for a date night downtown or a special dinner out at a favorite spot…

But what if some of the best seafood in Knoxville isn’t just served at a table… It’s waiting behind the counter?

Welcome to Copper Cellar Marketplace, where restaurant-quality seafood meets the ease of shopping local.

Swap the Next Grocery Store Visit with Fresh Seafood from the Marketplace

Ever stood in front of the seafood case at a grocery store after a long day wondering:

How fresh is this?

How do I prepare it?

Is it really worth the price?

If so, you’re not alone. In fact, more Knoxville families and home cooks are opting to skip the supermarket and heading to The Marketplace. Why? Because the quality reflects what you already expect from a trusted Knoxville restaurant — just in a way that’s designed to support your lifestyle and routine at home.

What You Can Expect to Find at Copper Cellar Marketplace

At Copper Cellar Marketplace, you’ll find thoughtfully prepared seafood options alongside chef-driven sides and complete meal solutions.

This isn’t a generic seafood counter. It’s a natural retail extension of the Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants, a group of 20+ restaurants and local foodservice concepts, each supported by a dedicated commissary that prepares and distributes fresh ingredients across East Tennessee.

That means what you’re picking up at Copper Cellar Marketplace reflects the same standards, sourcing, and preparation that supply some of the most recognized Knoxville restaurants.

It’s not small-batch guesswork. It’s restaurant-level quality food backed by decades of restaurant expertise. And it’s designed for your home kitchen — without the need for a reservation.

Mainstay Menu Items at the Marketplace …

From the Mainstays Menu, you’ll find prepared favorites that pair beautifully with seafood dinners at home (many of which are crowd favorites in our restaurants), including:

Premium, hand-cut steaks straight from our butcher like Prime Ribeye, Prime NY Strip, Filets & Filet Kabobs, and fresh ground beef & burger patties.
Fresh pork & chicken including Boneless Chicken Breast, Ale Chicken Breasts, Ale Pork Chops, Smoky Mountain Brats, and Benton’s Bacon.
Rotating selection of fresh seafood featuring the daily catch, shrimp, scallops, crab cakes, lump crabmeat, lobster tails & crab legs, and Seared Ahi Tuna.
Prepared soups & salads including salad kits, crab bisque, seafood gumbo, clam chowder, pasta salad, and chicken salad.
Convenient Grab & Go meals like Lasagna, Chicken Parmigiana, house-made meatballs, stuffed shells, and fresh dinners (also a rotating selection).
House-made side dishes that fans of southern comfort food will love, such as Spinach Maria, mac & cheese, sweet potato casserole, corn pudding, and our signature Neva’s Potatoes.
Decadent, scratch-made desserts like Key Lime Pie, Peanut Butter Pie, specialty/seasonal cheesecake, and classic layer cakes.

…or Try Home Catering from the Marketplace

Planning something a little larger? The Home Catering Menu makes it easy to build a complete, seafood-focused spread with elevated meals, shareable apps, and more, including:

Main Course options like Maryland Crab Cakes alongside Chicken Parmesan ½ Pan, Homemade Meatballs, Chicken Salad, and Pimento Cheese — giving you both seafood-forward selections and classic crowd favorites.
A ready-to-order Seafood Boil (Small, Medium, or Large) that makes hosting simple without sourcing ingredients from multiple stores.
A full lineup of specialty sides including Spinach Maria, Corn Pudding, Sweet Potato Casserole, Macaroni & Cheese, Collard Greens, Neva’s Potato Casserole, and more (the kind of dishes that round out a seriously-delicious spread of local food options)
Fresh-baked breads like Dinner Rolls, Cheddar Jalapeño Biscuits, and Corn Bread Muffins to complete the table.
Homemade desserts such as Key Lime Pie, Apple Crisp Pie, Jack Daniel’s™ Pecan Pie, Peanut Butter Pie, and Specialty Cheesecakes for a strong finish.

Bonus: Try entertaining-friendly options like the Shrimp Cocktail Platter and Smoked Salmon Platter when you want seafood that feels elevated without the extra prep!

One Stop, Full Spread: Come See Us in West Knoxville

Instead of piecing together ingredients across multiple Knoxville grocery stores and supermarkets, you can build a full seafood dinner (or event-ready spread) in just one stop into the Marketplace.

From fresh seafood and house-made sides to prepared salads, breads, and desserts, everything is ready to bring home and made fresh to feed groups, whether it’s a weeknight dinner at home or a special occasion gathering with friends.

We’ll leave you with this: When Knoxville locals search for the best seafood in Knoxville, they’re usually thinking about where to dine. But sometimes, the better answer is where to shop.

Hosting at home soon?

We’re here to help you build a seafood spread that feels like it came straight from a Knoxville restaurant. Check out our Mainstays, Home Catering, and Seasonal Menus for more information or give us a call at 865-545-0315 with any questions.

*Menu items are subject to change according to season and availability.