Gatlinburg Restaurant Guide
Taco Trail: Gatlinburg’s New Go-To for Bowls, Brews, and Burritos
If you’ve been strolling through downtown Gatlinburg lately, you may have noticed a new kid on the block—Taco Trail, one of the town’s freshest dining additions. Just a short walk down Parkway from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn, this bright and modern taco joint is...
Pizza Rio: Brazilian-Inspired Pizza with a Gatlinburg River View
If you’re staying at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn and find yourself craving pizza—but not just any pizza—take a stroll down Parkway toward the entrance of town (in the Pigeon Forge direction) and prepare yourself for a delicious surprise. Pizza Rio isn’t your typical...
A Fresh New Flavor Next Door: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gatlinburg
Situated at 745 Parkway, right next to the Historic Gatlinburg Inn, Tropical Smoothie Cafe has recently opened its doors, offering a fresh and vibrant dining option for both locals and visitors. Ambiance and Service The cafe's interior is notably clean and orderly,...
Daiquiri Shack & Grill – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Tucked away on the second floor above Parkway, Daiquiri Shack & Grill is a hidden gem in downtown Gatlinburg that delivers great food, refreshing drinks, and a breezy, laid-back atmosphere. If you’re looking for a spot to kick back with a cold daiquiri and some...
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...
Revisiting Tennessee Jed’s: Now a Top 10 Sandwich Shop in the U.S.
In the bustling heart of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, amidst scenic views and endless attractions, lies a culinary treasure that has recently gained national attention. Tennessee Jed's, a small but mighty sandwich shop, was just named the number six sandwich shop in the...
El Sonador Mexican Grill: A Hidden Gem for Great Mexican in Gatlinburg
If you're wandering around downtown Gatlinburg and find yourself craving authentic Mexican cuisine, El Sonador Mexican Grill might be just what you're looking for—if you can find it! It's easy to see from the street, but it's tucked away in a round building on the...
Delauder’s BBQ: a Gatlinburg Barbecue Joint Voted Top 10 Nationwide
Nestled in the outskirts of Gatlinburg, Tennessee (but still right on Parkway), Delauder's BBQ is a hidden gem that truly lives up to its reputation. Located at 1875 East Parkway, this family-run dive has earned accolades as one of the best small-town BBQ restaurants...
Morning Mist Cafe: A Hidden Gem in Gatlinburg’s Arts & Crafts Community
Nestled in the charming Morning Mist Village, a quaint little mall in the heart of Gatlinburg's Arts & Crafts community, Morning Mist Cafe is a delightful spot that deserves more recognition. With a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a staff that greets you like an...
Trish’s Mountain Diner: a Taste of Home in Gatlinburg
Nestled on the scenic outskirts of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Trish’s Mountain Diner offers a taste of authentic country cuisine that resonates with the warmth and comfort of a home-cooked meal. As you make your way to this local gem, you’ll find yourself taken by the...
Tennessee Jed’s: Craft Sandwiches and Unbeatable Flavors
In the bustling heart of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, amidst the scenic views and endless attractions, lies a culinary treasure that demands attention. Tucked away in the quaint Baskins Square shopping area, a small craft sandwich shop is making waves with its unique...
Savoring the Flavors of Italy at Solorzano’s
Located right outside downtown Gatlinburg (near the Food City grocery store), Solorzano's Pizzeria has been creating a buzz among locals and visitors alike. This charming eatery, which recently opened its doors, brings a slice of Italy to the mountains of Tennessee...
Maddi Mae’s Cafe: A Hidden Gem in Gatlinburg’s Village Shopping Center
Gatlinburg, Tennessee – Nestled in the quaint and bustling Village Shopping Center in downtown Gatlinburg, Maddi Mae's Cafe is a delightful discovery for both sweet tooth aficionados and sandwich lovers. This charming eatery, an offshoot of its original Athens,...
Sun Diner: A Culinary Homage to Rock ‘n’ Roll in Gatlinburg
Located in downtown Gatlniburg, right next to Jason Aldean's rooftop bar, lies Sun Diner - a unique blend of culinary delight and musical history. This charming diner, deeply rooted in the legacy of the legendary Sun Records label from Memphis, offers more than just a...
LeConte Tapas and Grill – Gatlinburg, Tennessee Restaurant Review
On the East side of Gatlinburg, in the direction of our famed arts & crafts community, lies a culinary gem that promises to transport your taste buds to the heart of Europe, while keeping the essence of American cuisine alive - LeConte Tapas and Grill. What are...
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen and Rooftop Bar: A Symphony of Flavors in a Country Music Setting
From honky-tonk bars to hot chicken shacks, the South has a plethora of culinary options that reflect our rich culture. Yet few places manage to combine the spirit of country music with an exceptional dining experience as seamlessly as Jason Aldean’s Kitchen and...
Mama’s Chicken Kitchen: Finger Licking Goodness in the Smoky Mountains
We previously reviewed J.O.E. and Pop's Sub Shoppe, located near the Arts & Crafts district, which offers delicious sub sandwiches. Today we're going to review its sister business, located in the same building, Mama's Chicken Kitchen. It presents a culinary...
Little House of Pancakes – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Located right outside the downtown area of Gatlinburg (in the direction of the Arts and Crafts district), lies a gem of a breakfast destination, Little House of Pancakes. From the moment you set foot in this charming spot, you are welcomed into a world of culinary...
J.O.E. and Pop’s Sub Shoppe- Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Located on the outskirts of Gatlinburg, near the Arts & Crafts district, lies a cozy little sub shop called J.O.E. and Pop's Sub Shoppe. It is a split restaurant that shares both physical space as well as menu space with Mama's Chicken Kitchen. We did not eat...
Boudicca’s Celtic Pub – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Tucked away on the backside of the Village Shops downtown lies one of the more unique dining and drinking experiences in Gatlinburg - Boudicca's Celtic Pub. It is one of Gatlinburg's newer eateries, having been in business less than a year. Boudicca's Celtic Pub...
Dick’s Last Resort – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Do you like good ol' greasy American food? Do you like fun, festive environments? Do you like being talked to rudely? Do you like chaos? Then boy do we have a place for you! Dick's Last Resort. Dick's Last Resort is situated on Parkway, and it might appear like any...
Johnny Rockets – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Johnny Rockets is a 50's-themed burger joint located on the main strip (Parkway) in downtown Gatlinburg. It is a restaurant chain with locations nationwide, especially in tourist areas. Johnny Rockets is easy to find. From the Historic Gatlinburg Inn, walk out to the...
Cumberland Jack’s LeConte Kitchen – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
One of the really interesting aspects of Gatlinburg is that the history of the town and surrounding mountains permeates everything here. Several local restaurants have themes based on historical Smoky Mountain figures. The newest is Cumberland Jack's LeConte Kitchen,...
Crockett’s Breakfast Camp – Is It Really That Good? Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Crockett's Breakfast is a legitimate Gatlinburg staple. It is THE restaurant that all in-the-know tourists in town want to patron. On a busy day you will see a line out the restaurant door and down the street. But is it really that great? Is Crockett's Breakfast Camp...
Hungry Bear BBQ – Gatlinburg Barbecue Restaurant Review
Our editorial staff LOVES good barbecue, and recently we sat down for a meal at Hungry Bear BBQ, located on Parkway in Gatlinburg. As you can see from the photo above, the restaurant is located in an adorable little blue-painted building. It is easy to find - just...
Timbers Log Cabin – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Timbers Log Cabin is a unique restaurant located in the Arts & Crafts district of Gatlinburg. Is this a good place to stop in for a bite while you're exploring Smoky Mountain arts? Read on to find out. Timbers Log Cabin really is what its name suggests - a log...
Mountain Edge Grill – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Mountain Edge Grill has been a Gatlinburg staple since 1998. It is a family-owned restaurant that specializes in "burgers and brews." That's our kind of place! This is a downhome, all-American type of place. It has the feel of the kind of place where the locals would...
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is an unusual eatery in that it is the only restaurant chain in the United States that is based on a motion picture - in this case, the classic, Forrest Gump. Since its inception in 1996 in California, locations have spread to tourist...
Chicken Guy – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
We recently sat down at Gatlinburg's newest eatery, Chicken Guy! Is it worth the hype? Is the chicken REALLY that good? Read on! Chicken Guy is a chain of restaurants founded by famous chef and TV personality, Guy Fieri, and restauranteur, Robert Earl. It specializes...
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar is Gatlinburg's newest eatery and a MUST-VISIT if you're a milkshake fan. The shop uses more than 100 ingredients total to make its creations, which combine ultra high quality ice cream with any kind of topping you can think of: whole ice...
Landshark Bar & Grill – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
We recently had lunch at Landshark Bar & Grill, an excellent eatery located on Parkway that is part of the Margaritaville family of businesses. The place has a bright, festive (very yellow) décor, with lots of TVs and aquatic-themed decoration. We sat at the bar,...
Big Daddy’s Pizzeria – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Big Daddy's Pizzeria is one of Gatlinburg's finest pizza joints, located in the same building as Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que on River Road. When you walk through the door, turn left if you want barbecue or right if you want pizza. On this particular day...we turned right....
Hot Diggity Dawg (Nathan’s Famous) – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
So this is not so much a "restaurant" review as a walkup street stand type of review. But after having one of these famous Nathan's hotdogs from Hot Diggity Dawg, we were blown away and thought it deserved its own review. A hot dog is not just a hot dog. Nathan's dogs...
Burg Steakhouse – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Burg Steakhouse is a relatively new restaurant owned by the Stanga brothers, twin entrepreneurs who opened their first Gatlinburg business in 2007. Burg specializes in well-cooked, well-presented steaks, served alongside a fantastic salad, soup and sides bar. If...
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...
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...
The World’s Best Waffle? Review of Waffle De Lys in Gatlinburg, TN
Walking down Parkway, the main street that runs along downtown Gatlinburg, you may notice a little street-side business tucked neatly between two shops - Waffle De Lys! This quaint little stand offers authentic Belgian waffles "with a French touch." These may just be...
Three Jimmy’s Good Time Eatery: Gatlinburg, TN Restaurant Review
If you're looking for a good time and a laid back place to get a bite to eat, then may we suggest Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery? Three Jimmy's is located on the East side of town on the back side of the shopping center at the corner of E. Parkway and Glades Road. at...
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...
Howard’s Restaurant: Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Howard's Restaurant is a Gatlinburg staple, having served fine food to visitors and residents of Gatlinburg since 1946. That makes it Gatlinburg's oldest restaurant, pairing nicely with your stay at Gatlinburg's oldest hotel. It has been voted best steaks and burgers...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Ruby Sunshine
Ruby Sunshine is a recently-opened restaurant in Gatlinburg that specializes in New Orleans-inspired brunch and cocktails. It is located right across the street from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn in a little complex of shops and eateries. You will recognize it by the...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Bones BBQ Joint
Bones BBQ Joint is a cool little barbecue restaurant in Gatlinburg that claims to celebrate "authentic regional barbecue from the American South." Your humble restaurant reviewer here from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn is a bit of a barbecue connoisseur, so we are doing...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Drafts Burger Bar
We recently had a chance to chow down on some burgers at Drafts Burger Bar, a new restaurant situated right on the river at 240 River Road in Gatlinburg. It is a great location that does have outdoor seating with a great view of the river and town. Inside, the place...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review – No Way Jose’s Cantina
No Way Jose's is a restaurant situated right on the Little Pigeon River in Gatlinburg that serves exceptional, freshly prepared Mexican food. The brightly colored establishment is a feast for the eyes as well as the belly. The author of this article has eaten there...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Calhoun’s – Barbecue at its Finest
Calhoun's bills itself as "the taste of Tennessee," and they may just be right about that. Sure, there are other places around the country that can lay claim to good barbecue - Texas, Kansas City, etc. - but Tennessee is really where the barbecue is made - especially...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que
For this week's Gatlinburg restaurant review, we visited Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que, an outstanding barbecue joint that serves hickory and mesquite-smoked meats in generous portions. The restaurant also has a breakfast buffet and is situated in the same building as Big...
Gatlinburg Restaurant Review – the Park Grill
The editorial staff of the Historic Gatlinburg Inn recently had a chance to sit down at the Park Grill (located at 1110 Parkway, very near the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park). Here is our official restaurant review. Click any of the images for a...
Best Italian – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
Best Italian restaurant has been a staple in the Gatlinburg dining scene for years, and it is no wonder. It has three big things going for it: Fantastic location, situated right on the main strip at 710 Parkway (which is, of course, a very easy walk from the Historic...
Smoky Mountain Brewery – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review
I recently had dinner at Smoky Mountain Brewery & Restaurant in Gatlinburg and thought it was worth a restaurant review in our little blog here. Located at 1004 Parkway, Smoky Mountain Brewery & Restaurant is an easy walk from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn. You...