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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-12-03

Tennessean hospitality and Southern, homestyle cooking provide a range of dining options for the hungry traveler. Private, romantic getaways are nestled in the restaurants of Smoky Mountain lodging, while raucous grills show all the big sporting events. Unique personalities flow in each venue, exceeding the expectations of locals and visitors time and time again.

The Peddler Steakhouse

The Peddler Steakhouse

A warm atmosphere and popular menu make the Peddler Steakhouse a great option for dining about the town in Gatlinburg. The steaks, cut table side to the diner's specifications, are all naturally aged and grilled over Tennessee hickory charcoal. Seafood specials include mountain rainbow trout. Their salad bar is always garden-fresh and offers fresh fruits and vegetables. Make sure to save room for their delicious desserts and dinner coffees while looking at the mountain stream that flows directly behind the restaurant. Call ahead for reservations.

Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant

Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant

If you're craving some down home Southern cooking, visit the Apple Barn. It is conveniently located at the border of Pigeon Forge and Sevierville and is nestled beside a wide stream. Also located on site are numerous stores, candy and ice cream shops, and even a winery. At the restaurant, be sure to try their chicken and dumplings, fried chicken, apple butter, and bountiful sides. You won't leave hungry!

The Old Mill Restaurant

The Old Mill Restaurant

The Old Mill Restaurant, located alongside the historic Old Mill, offers a delightful Southern dining experience. Discover a menu featuring classic dishes like country-fried steak and chicken pot pie, complemented by hearty corn chowder and fresh garden salads. Guests consistently rave about the restaurant's slow-cooked green beans, a signature side dish that perfectly complements any meal. For a sweet finish, indulge in one of their homemade desserts, especially the decadent pecan pie.

Bullfish Grill

Bullfish Grill

Aptly named, the Bullfish Grill strives to serve only the best meats and seafood. Grand Champion Angus beef is their specialty; seafood is delivered daily to ensure the freshest dishes. Bullfish also gives guests a great selection of wines, ales, and lagers to harmonize with the meals. Weekly promotion specials include “Let's Be Happy” weekdays from 3pm to 6pm, Sunday Brunch, and half-priced wine on Thursdays.

Cherokee Grill & Steakhouse

Cherokee Grill & Steakhouse

Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse offers a comprehensive dining experience with lunch, dinner, children's, and gluten-free menus, alongside an extensive selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. Discover traditional and contemporary American cuisine, featuring fresh seafood, expertly prepared steaks, savory sandwiches, hearty soups, and tempting appetizers. The restaurant's interior evokes the charm of a classic Smoky Mountain lodge, with stone, brick, granite, and walnut accents creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Riverstone Family Restaurant

Riverstone Family Restaurant

Located close in Townsend, the Riverstone Restaurant is in conjunction with the Riverstone Lodge. Hearty Southern cooking includes breakfasts like ribeye steak & eggs, sandwiches served with French fries, and entrees featuring certified Angus beef. All entrees are served with salad or soup as well.

Timberwood Grill

Timberwood Grill

Relatively new to Pigeon Forge is the Tiberwood Grill. The cuisine is “mountain cuisine” inspired by the surrounding Smoky Mountains. The food, drinks, and atmosphere have all caught the area by a storm of acclaim.

Buckhorn Inn

Buckhorn Inn

Whether breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Buckhorn Inn is Gatlinburg’s luxury dining experience, streaming seamlessly from the inn’s luxury lodging accommodations. Appropriate for any special occasion, Buckhorn Inn serves elegance and fine American cuisine. Crafted by the chef, the dinner is a four-course feast deriving from a seasonal menu of homemade fare. Seating is promptly at 7pm each evening.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Created from "Forrest Gump," Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. offers excellent seafood options and bring a coastal feel to you in the mountains. Everything about this restaurant is unique, from their fish hush pups to "Go Forrest Go" and "Stop Forrest Stop" signs alerting waitstaff to table needs. This restaurant, featured as an ode to the simplicity of "Forrest Gump" and an homage to its characters, is a must-go place for locals and tourists. Be sure to leave with a box of chocolates!

Calhoun's

Calhoun's

Calhoun's, with locations in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, offers a taste of Southern hospitality and mouthwatering barbecue. Discover their renowned BBQ specialties and classic Southern fare, including chicken fingers, onion ring stacks, cornbread, and strawberry shortcake. Both locations provide excellent service and consistently delicious food, making Calhoun's a popular choice for those seeking authentic Southern flavors.

Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

Blue Moose is a family sports grill, allowing locals and visitors in Pigeon Forge to partake in fun American cuisine. Favorites include the jumbo buffalo wings, Angus beef burgers, and hotdogs. There are 20 flatscreen televisions that catch all the games.

Thai Basil Restaurant

Thai Basil Restaurant

The Thai Basil Restaurant is located near Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, giving the area a choice of healthy, authentic Thai cuisine. With dishes based around delicious sauces and vigorous vegetables, Thai Basil cooks to order. The menu has traditional and contemporary Thai food, and the atmosphere is comfortable and modern.

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