Kern’s Food Hall opened this year at 2201 Kerns Rising Way and houses a number of restaurants and bars.  Oliver Smith of Oliver Smith Realty and Development Company facilitated the deal that led to the redevelopment of the building and property.

The Humble Hog opened this year at 312 S. Gay Street in a deal brokered by Peter Medlyn and Oliver Smith of Oliver Smith Realty and Development Company. The interior is decorated with Vols memorabilia and serves a barbecue menu of small plates and traditional main dishes.

The Kennedy also opened this year as the new Tailor Lofts development by Oliver Smith of Oliver Smith Realty and Development Company. The gastropub serves a wide-ranging, gourmet menu as well as specialty cocktails. It is located at 430 S. Gay Street.