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The Melting Pot: Fondue with a View in Downtown Gatlinburg

If you’re in the mood for something a little different, The Melting Pot in Gatlinburg is a great spot to check out. This fondue restaurant, located on the second floor of a building in the heart of downtown, offers a unique dining experience with a side of charm. I...

GatlinBURGER Meister Winner 3 Years Running – What Makes Boudicca’s Celtic Pub So Good?

If you’re on the hunt for the best burger in Gatlinburg, look no further than Boudicca’s Celtic Pub. With three consecutive wins in the GatlinBURGER Meister competition (2022, 2023, and 2024), this local gem has earned its spot as a burger legend. And after revisiting...

Visiting Gatlinburg SkyPark on a Cold November Day

Last week, I decided to take a trip up to Gatlinburg SkyPark. It was a crisp, cold November day - the kind of day that makes you grateful for a good jacket. And perfect weather for a Smoky Mountain adventure. The experience starts with that bright yellow SkyLift. When...
Gatlinburg Brewing Company – Restaurant Review

Gatlinburg Brewing Company – Restaurant Review

Right at the intersection in Gatlinburg where Parkway splits off toward East Parkway sits one of Gatlinburg's hidden gems for dining and drink - the Gatlinburg Brewing Company. This odd little round-shaped building is a great place to grab a beer or chow down on some...

Meet Room 384, a Spacious Third Floor Getaway

Meet Room 384, a Spacious Third Floor Getaway

Every room at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn is unique, a function of this being a historic hotel that has been added to over the years, with an emphasis on never losing its' authenticity. This is the last of Gatlinburg's original hotels, and it is our intention to...

New Eateries Coming Soon to Gatlinburg

New Eateries Coming Soon to Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg is booming, even despite the difficulties over the last year caused by the pandemic. In fact, Gatlinburg was recently labeled as the number one top trending destination in the U.S. according to Trip Advisor. With the success of the area, it is no surprise...

Meet Room 120

Meet Room 120

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn is not your typical cookie cutter hotel. It is the oldest hotel in Gatlinburg and is FILLED with history. You've read our discussion about the writing of Rocky Top, but that is just the tip of the iceberg. The Inn remains a songwriting...

Cherokee Grill: Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

Cherokee Grill: Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

Cherokee Grill is a fine steak house restaurant in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, right on Parkway downtown. It has a mountain lodge atmosphere, wrapped in stone and brick, filled with granite and walnut. The restaurant is adorned with Native American themed decoration. It is...