Smokies guide
Smokies Restaurants
From Pancake Pantry to Peddler Steakhouse to the small-town cafes of Waynesville and Cherokee: dining across Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the North Carolina side.
119 entries across 5 locations checked against official sources.
The best-known restaurants in the Smokies are the Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, The Peddler Steakhouse, the dinner shows in Pigeon Forge and the family-style Southern tables in Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. For something different, Cherokee has the Qualla Boundary's buffets and Cherokee-rooted dishes, and Bryson City, Townsend and Waynesville have quieter local spots. Dollywood alone covers everything from cinnamon bread to sit-down dining.
This index covers roughly 160 restaurants across Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Cherokee, Bryson City, Townsend, Maggie Valley and Waynesville, with cuisine, address, phone, signature dish and who each place suits (family, date night, late night, breakfast). Restaurants open and close often, and Hard Rock Cafe in Pigeon Forge closed in August 2026, so confirm hours before you go. Each page has a map of nearby lodging and a link to the town guide.
On a Friday or Saturday night, waits in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge can run 60 to 90 minutes in summer and all of October, and pancake houses can have 45-minute lines by 9 a.m. on foliage weekends. Go off-peak, reserve where you can, or eat in Sevierville, Cosby or Waynesville, where lines are shorter. For dated food events, see the events calendar and the food traditions guide.
Plan smarter
Pancakes before 8 AM
Pancake Pantry, Crockett's, Log Cabin, and Reagan's all have 30-to-60-minute lines by 9 AM in summer and October. The line before 8 AM is almost always short.
Reserve steakhouses ahead
Peddler, The Park Grill, Alamo, Cherokee Grill, and The Greenbrier all take reservations (OpenTable for some, call-ahead for others). Without one you may be looking at 60+ minutes on a Saturday night.
Quieter dining towns
Waynesville, Bryson City, Townsend, and Sevierville all have excellent local spots without the Parkway wait. Worth the drive for a real meal, especially for groups.
Pigeon Forge 54 entries
Pigeon Forge, TN
Aunt Granny's Restaurant
Aunt Granny's Restaurant inside Dollywood serves a Southern all-you-can-eat buffet in Rivertown Junction, with a menu refreshed in 2018 under Lodge cast iron sponsorship.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que is a pit barbecue stop at 2910 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, a casual meat-and-sides meal on the main strip near Dollywood.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings is a casual Pigeon Forge sports bar at 2430 Teaster Lane, known for burgers and a long list of wing flavors.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Bullfish Grill
Bullfish Grill at 2441 Parkway in Pigeon Forge is an upscale-casual seafood and steak restaurant, a quieter dinner than the Parkway's themed spots.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Burger King
Burger King is a fast, budget stop in Pigeon Forge for a Whopper between Dollywood, the Parkway attractions and the drive into the national park.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Captain D's Seafood Kitchen
Captain D's Seafood Kitchen is a fast-casual fried fish and shrimp stop in Pigeon Forge, a budget-friendly dinner alternative to Parkway buffets.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle in Pigeon Forge is a quick, build-your-own burrito, bowl and taco stop for park days and cabin nights when you want something fast and filling.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Cielito Lindo Mexican Grill
Cielito Lindo Mexican Grill at 3965 Parkway is a well-reviewed Pigeon Forge stop for guacamole, molcajete, steak burritos and margaritas at moderate prices.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Cinnabon
Cinnabon at The Island in Pigeon Forge is a warm cinnamon roll and coffee stop between the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, the shops and the evening fountain show.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Corky's Ribs & BBQ
Corky's Ribs & BBQ at 3584 Parkway brings Memphis-style dry and wet ribs, pulled pork and classic sides to Pigeon Forge, a good family dinner after a Dollywood day.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Country Cookin' Buffet
Country Cookin' Buffet, listed at 3220 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, serves a Southern all-you-can-eat spread of fried chicken and sides. Call ahead to confirm it is open.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Cracker Barrel on Wears Valley Road in Pigeon Forge serves Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner with a country store attached, on the route toward Wears Valley and Townsend.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Dogs N Taters
Dogs N Taters is a quick Dollywood counter next to the Back Porch Theater, selling foot-long corn dogs, hot dogs and curly fries for a fast, filling bite between rides.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Dominos Pizza
Domino's in Pigeon Forge, listed at 3535 Parkway, handles delivery and carryout pizza, wings and pasta for cabin nights and hotel rooms when no one wants to sit down at a restaurant.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Dude's Daiquiris
Dude's Daiquiris is a casual frozen-drink bar next to Mellow Mushroom on The Island's patio in Pigeon Forge, with daiquiris, margaritas and craft beer near the live-music stage.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Dunkin'
Dunkin' at 2209 Parkway in Pigeon Forge is an early-morning coffee, donut and breakfast sandwich stop for travelers heading to Dollywood or the national park.
Pigeon Forge, TN
El Ranchero Loco
El Ranchero Loco at 2902 Veterans Blvd is a casual Pigeon Forge Mexican restaurant about a mile from Dollywood, known for chile rellenos, arroz con pollo and tamales.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Ember & Elm (HeartSong Lodge & Resort)
Ember & Elm is the 195-seat signature restaurant at Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort in Pigeon Forge, serving elevated Southern breakfast and dinner open to non-guests.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Five Guys
Five Guys in Pigeon Forge serves made-to-order burgers and fresh-cut fries on the Parkway, a quick, reliable meal near the outlets and Dollywood.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Cafe
Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Cafe at 2785 Parkway in Pigeon Forge serves breakfast and lunch while more than 100 animatronic chickens sing, a hit with young kids.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Front Porch Cafe
Front Porch Cafe is a sit-down, air-conditioned restaurant just inside Dollywood's front gate, serving Southern comfort food with breakfast and lunch options.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Gaucho Urbano Brazilian Steakhouse
Gaucho Urbano at 111 Valley Dr in Pigeon Forge serves Brazilian churrasco, with meats carved tableside, a Harvest Bar, cocktails and craft beer.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Golden Corral in Pigeon Forge is an all-you-can-eat buffet with carved meats, hot entrees and a big dessert bar, a budget-friendly meal for large families on the Parkway.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Grist Mill
The Grist Mill in Dollywood's Craftsman's Valley is the original home of the park's warm cinnamon bread, baked in view of guests and sold by the loaf.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Hickory House BBQ
Hickory House BBQ, inside Dollywood, serves smoked turkey legs, pork-topped fries and a Bear Feast platter you can share. A park ticket is required to eat here.
Pigeon Forge, TN
High Note Rooftop Bar & Restaurant (HeartSong Lodge & Resort)
High Note is the casual dining and drinks spot at Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort, open to guests and non-guests alike, next to the lodge's full-service restaurant.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Huck Finn's Catfish
Huck Finn's Catfish, at 3330 Parkway in Pigeon Forge since 1995, serves all-you-can-eat catfish and chicken with hushpuppies, slaw, white beans and pickles.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Island Creamery
Island Creamery at The Island in Pigeon Forge scoops homemade ice cream in waffle cones, with sundaes, banana splits and smoothies, near the fountain show and Ferris wheel.
Pigeon Forge, TN
J.T. Hannah's Kitchen
J.T. Hannah's Kitchen, at 3214 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, serves steaks, burgers, ribs and pasta in a themed, lively dining room built around a made-up local businessman.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Krystal
Krystal in Pigeon Forge serves the Southern chain's small, steamed square burgers by the sack, a cheap, quick stop between attractions and shows on the Parkway.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Lil Black Bear Cafe
Lil Black Bear Cafe, at 3068 Veterans Blvd in Pigeon Forge, is a tiny local spot for homemade breakfast and lunch, with sandwiches and soups, away from the Parkway crowds.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Local Goat - New American Restaurant
Local Goat, at 2167 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, serves New American cooking built on locally sourced ingredients, with gourmet burgers, craft sandwiches and a daily happy hour.
Pigeon Forge, TN
LongHorn Steakhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse in Pigeon Forge serves grilled steaks, chicken and seafood in a Western-style dining room on the Parkway, a reliable sit-down dinner for families.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Mama's Farmhouse
Mama's Farmhouse, at 208 Pickel St in Pigeon Forge, serves family-style Southern meals with fried chicken and biscuits, brought to your table in shared bowls.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Margaritaville Restaurant
Margaritaville at The Island in Pigeon Forge pairs margaritas and cheeseburgers with a riverside deck, a fire pit bar and live music on a concert stage.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Mel's Classic Diner
Mel's Classic Diner on Wears Valley Road in Pigeon Forge serves all-day breakfast, 1950s-named burgers and malts under a jukebox glow, from 7 AM until late.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom at The Island in Pigeon Forge serves pizza, calzones and craft beer beside the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a casual stop before or after an evening stroll.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Papa John's Pizza
Papa Johns on the north end of the Pigeon Forge Parkway at 3152 Parkway, a pizza stop for cabin dinners and late arrivals after a day in the Smokies.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen at The Island in Pigeon Forge serves Southern fried chicken, biscuits and mac and cheese family style, with dessert for every guest.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Pigeon Forge Deli
Pigeon Forge Deli, in a strip center on East Wears Valley Road, builds subs, soups and salads, and the pimento cheese BLT makes a good sack lunch for the national park.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut at 3710 Parkway in Pigeon Forge offers dine-in, carryout, curbside pickup and delivery, a simple dinner for cabin guests near the Gatlinburg end of town.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant
Puckett's brings Southern comfort food and a full bar to 2480 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, a sit-down dinner stop between Dollywood and the Gatlinburg road.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Reagan's House of Pancakes
Reagan's House of Pancakes in Pigeon Forge serves an all-you-can-eat pancake buffet daily from 7 AM, with two Parkway locations and free breakfast for kids under 4.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Sawyer's Farmhouse Restaurant
Sawyer's Farmhouse on the Pigeon Forge Parkway makes pancakes, crepes and Belgian waffles from scratch, with breakfast and lunch from 7 AM and no reservations.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Song & Hearth: A Southern Eatery (DreamMore Resort)
Song & Hearth is the Southern restaurant at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort, serving breakfast and dinner with themed buffet nights, open to guests and non-guests alike.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Taco Bell
The Taco Bell at 3310 Parkway in Pigeon Forge is a cheap, quick stop on the main strip, handy for a late bite after a show or an inexpensive family dinner.
Pigeon Forge, TN
The Old Mill Candy Kitchen
The Old Mill Candy Kitchen in Pigeon Forge pulls taffy in the window on 100-year-old machines and sells fudge, Bear Paws and caramel apples. Open daily until 9 PM.
Pigeon Forge, TN
The Old Mill Creamery
The Old Mill Creamery in Pigeon Forge scoops homemade ice cream, including a banana pudding flavor and a whiskey ribbon, next to the gristmill. Open daily 10 AM to 9 PM.
Pigeon Forge, TN
The Old Mill Restaurant
The Old Mill Restaurant in Pigeon Forge serves Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner daily beside the working gristmill: biscuits, stone-ground grits and pie. No reservations.
Pigeon Forge, TN
The Pottery House Cafe and Grille
The Pottery House Cafe and Grille in Pigeon Forge serves Southern dishes on handmade pottery in a 1954 potter's home, with bread from the Old Mill's own grain and koi-pond patios.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Till & Harvest Food Hall
Till & Harvest is the Southwest-style counter-service restaurant in Dollywood's Wildwood Grove, built around bowls, burritos and nachos with a Southern twist.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Timberwood Grill
Timberwood Grill is a lodge-style American restaurant at The Island in Pigeon Forge, with burgers, ribs and steaks plus a climate-controlled patio facing the action.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Victoria's Pizza
Victoria's Pizza is a casual pizza stop inside Dollywood near the Country Fair area, a quick sit-down option for families between rides.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Wendy's
Wendy's at 3644 Parkway in Pigeon Forge is a quick, cheap burger stop that opens at 8 a.m., handy before a Dollywood day or a drive into the Smokies.
Gatlinburg 48 entries
Gatlinburg, TN
Alamo Steakhouse
Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg grills aged, hand-cut steaks over an open oak fire, with burgers at lunch. Join the online waitlist before you walk the Parkway.
Gatlinburg, TN
Atrium Pancakes
Atrium Pancakes, known locally as The Atrium, serves a baked apple pancake, omelets and big breakfast plates at 432 Parkway in Gatlinburg.
Gatlinburg, TN
Baskin-Robbins
Baskin-Robbins at 815 Parkway in Gatlinburg scoops ice cream, sundaes and cakes on the downtown strip, an easy cold stop between shops and attractions.
Gatlinburg, TN
Ben & Jerry's
Ben & Jerry's at 638 Parkway in Gatlinburg is the downtown scoop shop for pints, cones and sundaes, right on the busiest walking stretch of the Parkway.
Gatlinburg, TN
Best Italian Cafe & Pizzeria
Best Italian Cafe & Pizzeria has served garlic rolls, eggplant parmesan and thin-crust pizza in Gatlinburg since 1976, at 968 Parkway in Elks Plaza.
Gatlinburg, TN
Big Daddy's Pizzeria
Big Daddy's Pizzeria at 714 River Road in Gatlinburg bakes handmade-dough pizza in a 550-degree brick oven, a casual dinner close to downtown.
Gatlinburg, TN
Blaine's Grill & Bar
Blaine's Grill & Bar at 812 Parkway in Gatlinburg serves burgers, deluxe sandwiches and spare ribs at Stoplight 8, with a dance club upstairs on weekend nights.
Gatlinburg, TN
Blake Shelton's Ole Red Gatlinburg
Blake Shelton's Ole Red Gatlinburg is a restaurant and live music venue at 511 Parkway, opened in March 2019 as the chain's third location.
Gatlinburg, TN
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. at 900 Parkway in Gatlinburg is a Forrest Gump-themed shrimp restaurant on the main strip, easy for families and groups.
Gatlinburg, TN
Calhoun's Gatlinburg
Calhoun's Gatlinburg serves ribs and Southern American dinners at 1004 Parkway in Calhoun's Village, across from the Ober Gatlinburg tram at the top of the Parkway.
Gatlinburg, TN
Cherokee Grill
Cherokee Grill & Steakhouse at 1002 Parkway in Gatlinburg serves ribeyes, crab cakes and seafood in Calhoun's Village, with free parking and a kids' menu.
Gatlinburg, TN
Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar
Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar at 437 Parkway serves oysters, broiled seafood and live Maine lobster in a polished riverside dining room on the Gatlinburg strip.
Gatlinburg, TN
Cliff Top Grill & Bar (Anakeesta)
Cliff Top Grill & Bar is at the top of Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, serving burgers, steaks and craft beer about 600 feet above the Parkway after a gondola ride.
Gatlinburg, TN
Coffee & Company
Coffee & Company is a long-running, locally owned coffee shop inside The Village Shops at 634 Parkway in Gatlinburg, with flavored lattes, cold brew and bagged beans.
Gatlinburg, TN
Crockett's Breakfast Camp
Crockett's Breakfast Camp at 1103 Parkway is a frontier-themed Gatlinburg breakfast spot with giant pancakes, thick French toast and fried cinnamon rolls, open daily 7 AM to 1 PM.
Gatlinburg, TN
Crumbl Cookies
Crumbl Cookies on the Gatlinburg Parkway sells oversized cookies with a menu that changes every week, a sweet stop for families and a handy after-dinner dessert.
Gatlinburg, TN
Dick's Last Resort
Dick's Last Resort at 903 Parkway in Gatlinburg is a loud, wisecracking restaurant where the staff insult you on purpose, with ribs, chicken and seafood buckets.
Gatlinburg, TN
Donut Friar
Donut Friar is a family-run Gatlinburg donut shop inside The Village Shops at 634 Parkway, open since 1969 and serving fresh donuts from 5 AM until they sell out.
Gatlinburg, TN
Fannie Farkle's
Fannie Farkle's on the Gatlinburg Parkway pairs the foot-long Ogle Dog, cheesesteaks and sausage subs with a big arcade where kids can trade points for prizes.
Gatlinburg, TN
Flapjack's Pancake Cabin
Flapjack's Pancake Cabin at 146 Parkway in Gatlinburg is a breakfast-and-lunch pancake house known for sticky bun and wild berry pancakes. Go early on weekends.
Gatlinburg, TN
Gatlinburg Grind Coffee Shop
Gatlinburg Grind Coffee Shop on Glades Road serves fresh-roasted coffee, espresso drinks and bagels in the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community, away from Parkway crowds.
Gatlinburg, TN
Howard's Restaurant
Howard's Restaurant, at 976 Parkway in Gatlinburg, is a steakhouse across from the Ober Gatlinburg tram, with creekside patio seating, a stone fireplace indoors and catfish on the menu.
Gatlinburg, TN
Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets, a 1950s-style diner on Gatlinburg's Parkway, serves burgers, shakes and fries in red-and-chrome booths, a familiar quick meal for families.
Gatlinburg, TN
Kilwin's Chocolates & Ice Cream
Kilwin's at 645 Parkway in Gatlinburg sells handmade fudge, caramel apples and scooped ice cream, a classic sweet stop on the strip, open until 10 or 11 p.m.
Gatlinburg, TN
LandShark Bar & Grill
LandShark Bar & Grill on Gatlinburg's Parkway brings a Florida beach-bar theme to the mountains, with burgers, tacos and tropical drinks for families by day and groups by night.
Gatlinburg, TN
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina on Gatlinburg's Parkway serves tacos, fajitas and margaritas, with rooftop seating above the street for people-watching.
Gatlinburg, TN
Log Cabin Pancake House
Log Cabin Pancake House, at 327 Airport Road in Gatlinburg, has served breakfast since 1976 from a hand-hewn log cabin, with pancakes, crepes and all-you-can-eat biscuits and gravy.
Gatlinburg, TN
McDonald's
The Gatlinburg McDonald's on the Parkway East opens at 5:30 AM with a drive-thru, handy for a cheap early breakfast before heading into Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Gatlinburg, TN
No Way Jose's Cantina
No Way Jose's Cantina at 555 Parkway in Gatlinburg serves fresh salsa, sizzling fajitas, tamales and margaritas at stoplight no. 5, open from 11 AM daily.
Gatlinburg, TN
Old Dad's General Store & Deli
Old Dad's General Store of Gatlinburg bills itself as a deli, grill and grocery, a practical stop for sandwiches and picnic supplies before a day in the park.
Gatlinburg, TN
Ole Red Gatlinburg
Ole Red Gatlinburg at 511 Parkway is a country music honky-tonk with food, drinks and live bands from late morning, walk-ins only with no reservations.
Gatlinburg, TN
Pancake Pantry
Pancake Pantry has served Gatlinburg since 1960 at 628 Parkway: 24 pancake varieties, crepes and lunch sandwiches, open daily 7 AM to 3 PM, with lines to match.
Gatlinburg, TN
Pucker's Sports Grill
Pucker's Sports Grill is Gatlinburg's game-day bar on the Parkway, rebuilt after a 2022 fire and reopened in November 2024, with wings, burgers, draft beer and big screens.
Gatlinburg, TN
Smoky Mountain Trout House
Smoky Mountain Trout House at 410 Parkway serves mountain trout and other American entrees in downtown Gatlinburg, an easy dinner after a park day.
Gatlinburg, TN
Split Rail Eats
Split Rail Eats is a small cafe on Glades Road in Gatlinburg, an easy lunch or Sunday brunch stop while you browse the Arts and Crafts Community.
Gatlinburg, TN
Starbucks
The Starbucks at 903 Parkway in Gatlinburg is a quick coffee and pastry stop on the main strip, handy before an early start into the national park.
Gatlinburg, TN
Subway
The Subway at 1359 East Parkway in Gatlinburg is a cheap, fast way to build a sandwich or pack a picnic lunch before a day in the Smokies.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Alamo Steakhouse
The Alamo Steakhouse at 705 East Parkway grills hand-cut steaks over an oak fire in downtown Gatlinburg, with a second location in Pigeon Forge.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Chocolate Monkey
The Chocolate Monkey at 702 Parkway in Gatlinburg makes fudge in flavors like peanut butter and rocky road plus custom candy apples, a sweet stop on the main strip.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Fox & Parrot Tavern
The Fox & Parrot Tavern is a British-style pub on Glades Road in Gatlinburg: fish and chips, shepherd's pie and a deep draft list away from the Parkway crowds.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Greenbrier Restaurant
The Greenbrier Restaurant serves dry-aged prime steaks and a deep whiskey list in a 1930s log lodge on Newman Road, Gatlinburg. Dinner only, closed Mondays; book ahead.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Park Grill
The Park Grill is a lodge-style steakhouse at 1110 Parkway in Gatlinburg, near the park entrance, known for its salad bar and Angus steaks. Lunch and dinner daily.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Peddler Steakhouse
The Peddler Steakhouse is a Gatlinburg dinner tradition on the Little Pigeon River, serving custom-cut steaks and a salad bar in a building built around an original Ogle cabin.
Gatlinburg, TN
The Village Cafe & Creamery
The Village Cafe & Creamery is an ice cream and coffee stop inside The Village Shops on the Gatlinburg Parkway, handy for a cold treat between shops.
Gatlinburg, TN
Three Jimmys
Three Jimmys on Gatlinburg's East Parkway is a sports-bar style grill with live music, a dance floor, pool tables and a menu of burgers, nachos and steak.
Gatlinburg, TN
Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant
Timbers Log Cabin is a casual Southern breakfast-and-burger stop in Gatlinburg's Arts and Crafts Community, with a wraparound porch and a hearty Coal Miner's Breakfast.
Gatlinburg, TN
Tom & Earl's Back Alley Grill
Tom & Earl's Back Alley Grill hides at the back of the Marketplace Mall on Gatlinburg's Parkway, serving sandwiches, fried green tomatoes and beer on a riverside patio.
Gatlinburg, TN
Wild Plum Tea Room
Wild Plum Tea Room in Gatlinburg serves lunch Thursday to Saturday by advance reservation only, famous for its chicken salad and Lobster Pie. Closes for winter Nov 29.
Cherokee 12 entries
Cherokee, NC
Brio Italian Grille
Brio Italian Grille at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort serves Northern Italian dishes, from Pasta Brio to chicken milanese, in a 350-seat dining room.
Cherokee, NC
Chef's Stage Buffet
Chef's Stage Buffet opened at Harrah's Cherokee in 2011 as an international buffet. Confirm with the resort whether it is still serving before you plan a meal around it.
Cherokee, NC
Essentials Coffee Bar
Essentials Coffee Bar is a quick coffee stop inside Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort, handy for a cup and a pastry before the drive into the national park.
Cherokee, NC
Gordon Ramsay Truffles Pub
Gordon Ramsay Truffles Pub at Harrah's Cherokee serves Beef Wellington, fish and chips and a truffle burger with craft cocktails, inside the resort's Gordon Ramsay Food Market.
Cherokee, NC
Granny's Kitchen
Granny's Kitchen on US-19 in Cherokee is a family-owned buffet serving breakfast, lunch and dinner of Southern home cooking, open since 1984 and closed on Mondays.
Cherokee, NC
Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar
Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar at Harrah's Cherokee serves loaded nachos, burgers and barbecue in a loud, colorful dining room that works for families.
Cherokee, NC
Latitudes Bar
Latitudes Bar at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort is a cocktail lounge for drinks and light bites, a comfortable place to unwind after a day in the park or on the casino floor.
Cherokee, NC
Little Princess Restaurant
Little Princess Restaurant, at 1060 Tsali Blvd in Cherokee, is a no-frills diner for burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches, a cheap, quick meal for families heading to or from the park.
Cherokee, NC
Oconaluftee Indian Village Food
The concession stand at Oconaluftee Indian Village in Cherokee is a snack stop inside the living-history village, open through 4:30 PM while the 2026 season runs to October 31.
Cherokee, NC
Paul's Family Restaurant
Paul's Family Restaurant in Cherokee serves American plates alongside Native-inspired dishes like buffalo burgers and Indian tacos on fry bread, on the US-441 approach to the park.
Cherokee, NC
Peter's Pancakes & Waffles
Peter's Pancakes & Waffles on Tsali Boulevard in Cherokee is a riverside breakfast diner known for blueberry pancakes, country ham and a counter seat at the griddle.
Cherokee, NC
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Ruth's Chris Steak House inside Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort is the town's formal, dinner-only steakhouse, best for a celebration dinner after a day in the Smokies.
Sevierville 3 entries
Sevierville, TN
Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant (Sevierville)
Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant on Apple Valley Road in Sevierville starts every table with warm apple fritters and apple butter, then serves Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Sevierville, TN
Five Oaks Farm Kitchen
Five Oaks Farm Kitchen on the Sevierville end of the Parkway serves thick griddle cakes, fried chicken, prime rib and smokehouse barbecue in a farm-style dining room.
Sevierville, TN
Fuddruckers
Fuddruckers on Collier Drive near the Pigeon Forge line serves half-pound burgers you dress yourself at a toppings bar, an easy fix for a table of picky eaters.
Bryson City 2 entries
Bryson City, NC
Anthony's Italian Restaurant
Anthony's Italian Restaurant serves pizza, pasta and big calzones on Depot Street in Bryson City, steps from the railroad depot and about 10 miles from Cherokee.
Bryson City, NC
The Bistro at the Everett Hotel (formerly Cork & Bean)
The Bistro at the Everett Hotel, the successor to Cork & Bean, serves dinner and wine on Everett Street in downtown Bryson City, a short walk from the train depot.
Where to stay
Near Smokies dining region
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