Opening Fall 2026|Il Mercato Italian Gourmet Market & Eatery — Coming to Bearden, Knoxville, TN
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Authentic Italian flavors, crafted with the finest ingredients.
A market, an eatery, a piece of Italy — all in one place.
Prossimamente — Opening Fall 2026
We’re Preparing Something Extraordinary
Il Mercato Italian Gourmet Market & Eatery is opening in Fall 2026 in Bearden, Knoxville. Fresh pasta, pizza al taglio, artisan cannoli, and a curated Italian market — all under one roof.
Be the first to know when our doors open.
Our Mission
La Qualità è
tutto
At Il Mercato, we believe that great Italian food begins long before it reaches your plate. It starts with the soil, the seasons, and the hands that tend them. Every ingredient we use — from our stone-milled flour to our single-origin olive oils — is chosen with uncompromising care.
Our mission is simple: to bring the authentic flavors of Italy to your table, using only the highest quality products — sourced directly from artisan producers across Italy's most celebrated regions, as well as the finest local growers and makers right here in Tennessee.
To eat well in Italy is not a luxury — it is a way of life. We bring that philosophy to every dish we prepare and every product we curate.
The Eatery
Our Food Stations
Each station is a world unto itself — a dedicated craft, a distinct tradition, a corner of Italy.
Pizza by the Slice
Pizza Al Taglio
Roman-style pizza baked in rectangular trays, cut to order, and sold by weight. Our dough ferments for 72 hours for an airy, crispy crust topped with the finest seasonal ingredients.
The Market
A Curated Italian
Pantry
Beyond the eatery, our market shelves are stocked with the finest imported Italian products — each one selected for its provenance, quality, and authenticity. Bring a taste of Italy home with you.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Puglia & Tuscany
Aged Balsamic Vinegar
Modena, Emilia-Romagna
Dried Pasta
Gragnano, Campania
Artisan Chocolates
Piedmont & Sicily
Truffle Products
Umbria & Piedmont
Italian Sea Salt
Trapani, Sicily
Parmigiano Reggiano
Emilia-Romagna
Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Calabria
Taralli & Breadsticks
Puglia
Imported Preserves
Various Regions
Italian Wines & More
Curated Selection
& Much More
Discover in Store
Gli Eventi
Events & Tastings
From wine and olive oil tastings to pasta-making workshops and seasonal celebrations, Il Mercato is a gathering place for those who love Italian culture and cuisine. Our events calendar is coming soon — stay tuned.
Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
Guided tastings of our finest imported selections
Pasta Making Workshop
Learn the art of fresh pasta with our chefs
Seasonal Celebrations
Festive events celebrating Italian traditions
La Galleria
A Glimpse Inside
From our open kitchen to our curated market shelves — every corner of Il Mercato tells a story.
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Il Negozio Online
Online Store
Bring the finest Italian pantry staples home. Our curated selection begins with premium balsamic vinegars from Acetaia Mussini — crafted in Modena since 1909.
Acetaia Mussini · Est. 1909 · Modena, Italy
Balsamic Vinegar
Premium vinegars aged in historic family barrels using centuries-old artisan traditions.
100ml
25 Year Balsamic Modena
Born from 25 years of patient aging in historic family barrels. The pinnacle of Acetaia Mussini's craft.
100ml
12 Year Modena Balsamic Vinegar
Aged for at least 12 years in cherished family barrels. Rich, complex, and deeply aromatic.
250ml
5 Medals Modena Balsamic
Excellence of Modena balsamic vinegar, the fruit of a long family artisan tradition.
250ml
4 Medals Modena Balsamic
Belle Époque excellence of Modena balsamic vinegar since 1909.
250ml
4 Medals Rosé Balsamic
A naturally pink, sweet-and-sour condiment crafted by Master Vinegar Makers.
250ml
4 Medals White Balsamic
A premium sweet-and-sour condiment featuring a clear blond color and delicate flavor.
150ml
Balsamic Glaze Classic
A refined Modena glaze that combines cooked must and wine vinegar for a perfect finish.
150ml
Fig Balsamic Glaze
A refined fig-infused glaze uniting Modena's tradition with sweet fig notes.
250ml
Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar
A vibrant raspberry-infused agrodolce condiment with bright berry notes.
250ml
Black Truffle Balsamic Vinegar
A sweet-and-sour condiment infused with the luxurious aroma of black truffle.
250ml
Limone Amalfi Balsamic Vinegar
A refined balsamic dressing blending tradition with Amalfi Coast PGI lemon.
250ml
Fig & Date Balsamic Vinegar
A high-quality agrodolce condiment blending rich flavors of figs and dates.
The Art of Aging
A Century of Tradition
Since 1909, Acetaia Mussini has upheld the sacred tradition of balsamic vinegar production in Modena. Using only the finest cooked grape must and the time-honored "Travasi and Rincalzi" method, each barrel passes its essence through generations of precious wood — oak, cherry, chestnut, mulberry, and ash. At Il Mercato, we are proud to bring this heritage directly to your table.
Visitaci
Come Visit Us
Hours
Kitchen hours may vary. Call ahead for holiday schedules.
Location
5440 Homberg Drive
Knoxville, TN 37919
Located in the Bearden neighborhood.
Ample street and lot parking nearby.
Stay Connected
Be the first to know about our opening, events, and seasonal specials. Follow us on social media or reach us directly at [email protected].