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Gatlinburg Restaurant Guide

Trish’s Mountain Diner: a Taste of Home in Gatlinburg

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...

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Tennessee Jed’s: Craft Sandwiches and Unbeatable Flavors

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...

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Savoring the Flavors of Italy at Solorzano’s

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...

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Little House of Pancakes – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Boudicca’s Celtic Pub – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Dick’s Last Resort – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Johnny Rockets – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Hungry Bear BBQ – Gatlinburg Barbecue Restaurant Review

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...

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Timbers Log Cabin – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Mountain Edge Grill – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Chicken Guy – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Landshark Bar & Grill – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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,...

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Big Daddy’s Pizzeria – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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....

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Burg Steakhouse – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Howard’s Restaurant: Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Ruby Sunshine

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Bones BBQ Joint

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Drafts Burger Bar

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review – No Way Jose’s Cantina

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review – the Park Grill

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...

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Best Italian – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Smoky Mountain Brewery – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

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...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Ole Red

Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Ole Red

Recently I had lunch at Ole Red, a restaurant and live music venue in Gatlinburg owned by country music superstar Blake Shelton. The place has a tremendous atmosphere, and it looks like Blake’s designers did a fantastic job blending high end with red neck (ala, a...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: the Greenbrier Restaurant

Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: the Greenbrier Restaurant

Looking for something different for dinner on your stay in Gatlinburg? Then let me tell you about the Greenbrier Restaurant. The name of the restaurant derives from the Greenbrier area of the Smoky Mountains. It sits on a ridge overlooking a steep slope of thick,...

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Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Puckers Sports Grill

Gatlinburg Restaurant Review: Puckers Sports Grill

Recently I stopped in at Puckers Sports Grill, located at 745 Parkway in Gatlinburg. The astute observer will make note that that is literally right next door to the Historic Gatlinburg Inn parking lot. If you walk out of our front door to Parkway and look to your...

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