My Guidebook Gatlinburg Favorites
Food Scene
In our hood: So close to the cabin. Total breakfast dive but super fun for kids when they bring out pizza size pancakes!
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Little House of Pancakes
807 East PkwyIn our hood: So close to the cabin. Total breakfast dive but super fun for kids when they bring out pizza size pancakes!
In our hood: Our favorite neighborhood restaurant for lunch, dinner, drinks, with entertainment most nights. Live local music 9:00 Saturdays and music trivia, Jam night or Karaoke share the calendar. http://threejimmys.com/entertainment/
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Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery
1359 East ParkwayIn our hood: Our favorite neighborhood restaurant for lunch, dinner, drinks, with entertainment most nights. Live local music 9:00 Saturdays and music trivia, Jam night or Karaoke share the calendar. http://threejimmys.com/entertainment/
In our hood: Amazing hand tossed brick oven pizza and loaded antipasto. NY Owners greet you at the door. Closed Mondays.
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Taste of Italy
1235 East PkwyIn our hood: Amazing hand tossed brick oven pizza and loaded antipasto. NY Owners greet you at the door. Closed Mondays.
Kids had a blast catching our lunch! Owners are there helping you every step of the way and cooking it up for you. They were awesome.
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English Mountain Trout Farm
291 Blowing Cave RdKids had a blast catching our lunch! Owners are there helping you every step of the way and cooking it up for you. They were awesome.
This is a fun Dinner Show for the entire family. Mouth dropping when they slap an entire roasted chicken on your plate! They even give you doggie bags if you don't finish. The show is entertaining and well done.
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Dolly Parton's Stampede
3849 ParkwayThis is a fun Dinner Show for the entire family. Mouth dropping when they slap an entire roasted chicken on your plate! They even give you doggie bags if you don't finish. The show is entertaining and well done.
If you are just passing through Townsend or if you go tubing at River Rat, this place has the best hamburgers, fries and shakes! And right in the driveway for tubing!
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Burger Master Drive In
8439 TN-73If you are just passing through Townsend or if you go tubing at River Rat, this place has the best hamburgers, fries and shakes! And right in the driveway for tubing!
They are really good at being a "Dick". Horrible and rude service that is comical! Don't be surprised when they shove a paper hat on your head. Kids love that they are allowed to throw straws and napkins at your waiter and adults love the great food and fun drinks!
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Dick's Last Resort - Gatlinburg
903 ParkwayThey are really good at being a "Dick". Horrible and rude service that is comical! Don't be surprised when they shove a paper hat on your head. Kids love that they are allowed to throw straws and napkins at your waiter and adults love the great food and fun drinks!
Down-to-earth watering hole featuring hearty pub grub, TVs for sports fans & indoor/outdoor seating. Wonderful food and drinks. Easy and quiet.
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Tom & Earl's Back Alley Grill
651 ParkwayDown-to-earth watering hole featuring hearty pub grub, TVs for sports fans & indoor/outdoor seating. Wonderful food and drinks. Easy and quiet.
If you have never had a "Hot, Fresh, Now" doughnut, now is the time! Look for the sign out front to be on and that means they just came out of the oven.
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Krispy Kreme Pigeon Forge
4074 ParkwayIf you have never had a "Hot, Fresh, Now" doughnut, now is the time! Look for the sign out front to be on and that means they just came out of the oven.
Old-world-style teahouse serving tea, sandwiches & muffins in a rustic mountain setting.
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Wild Plum Tea Room
555 Buckhorn RdOld-world-style teahouse serving tea, sandwiches & muffins in a rustic mountain setting.
If you have ever wanted to find your own Food Network, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives- well here it is! Located in a Gas station, they serve only homemade lemonade and sweet tea (unless you wanted to get out of your seat and purchase any beverage from the Citgo counter 3 steps away) and amazing burgers, fries and Frito pie. FYI- cash only
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Chubbys
2659 Newport HwyIf you have ever wanted to find your own Food Network, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives- well here it is! Located in a Gas station, they serve only homemade lemonade and sweet tea (unless you wanted to get out of your seat and purchase any beverage from the Citgo counter 3 steps away) and amazing burgers, fries and Frito pie. FYI- cash only
Homemade fresh bread fills the air followed by an amazing menu featuring Biltmore wines and may special dishes- my favorites Shrimp and Grits and Pimiento Cheese BLT! Outdoor seating really makes for a perfect experience.
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The Old Mill Pottery House Café & Grille
3341 Old Mill StHomemade fresh bread fills the air followed by an amazing menu featuring Biltmore wines and may special dishes- my favorites Shrimp and Grits and Pimiento Cheese BLT! Outdoor seating really makes for a perfect experience.
If you are near downtown Knoxville this place is so fresh and yummy. Table side gauc, specialty margaritas, and they make their own white corn tortillas. I love the 'pick any 3" tacos - I have never had one I didn't care for yet!
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BABALU® - Knoxville
412 S Gay StIf you are near downtown Knoxville this place is so fresh and yummy. Table side gauc, specialty margaritas, and they make their own white corn tortillas. I love the 'pick any 3" tacos - I have never had one I didn't care for yet!
Amazing barbeque served out of a school bus! Fun, fast, fantastic food with a once in a life time atmosphere!
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Docs 321 Cafe
4572 Hooper HwyAmazing barbeque served out of a school bus! Fun, fast, fantastic food with a once in a life time atmosphere!
I was unable to check this out due to timing, but the next time I am tubing in Townsend I am checking this converted wedding chapel right on the river out for sure.
If you get there before I do let me know what you think!
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The Townsend Abbey
7765 River RdI was unable to check this out due to timing, but the next time I am tubing in Townsend I am checking this converted wedding chapel right on the river out for sure.
If you get there before I do let me know what you think!
We called for take out during covid and the surprise of one of the best pizzas we ever had! A bit hard to find 865-436-4345
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Best Italian on the Parkway
710 ParkwayWe called for take out during covid and the surprise of one of the best pizzas we ever had! A bit hard to find 865-436-4345
Parks & Nature
The Roaring Fork is a 5.5-mile-long, one-way, loop drive through the park. At several points you can get out and hike and explore or continue driving for your sightseeing. My favorites:
Easy hike: Noah “Bud” Ogle- self-guiding nature trail offers a walking tour of an authentic mountain farmstead.
Moderate hike: Grotto Falls- roundtrip distance to the waterfall is 2.6 miles and takes about 2-3 hours. So worth it. Plan to jump in and get refreshed!
Moderately Strenuous:Rainbow Falls- one of the park's most popular waterfalls. The hike to the falls is 5.4 miles roundtrip. If you plan to attempt this hike, be sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and carry plenty of water and snacks.
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Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Roaring Fork Motor Nature TrailThe Roaring Fork is a 5.5-mile-long, one-way, loop drive through the park. At several points you can get out and hike and explore or continue driving for your sightseeing. My favorites:
Easy hike: Noah “Bud” Ogle- self-guiding nature trail offers a walking tour of an authentic mountain farmstead.
Moderate hike: Grotto Falls- roundtrip distance to the waterfall is 2.6 miles and takes about 2-3 hours. So worth it. Plan to jump in and get refreshed!
Moderately Strenuous:Rainbow Falls- one of the park's most popular waterfalls. The hike to the falls is 5.4 miles roundtrip. If you plan to attempt this hike, be sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and carry plenty of water and snacks.
Beautiful drop off of the Little River with a cliff to jump off into the deep sink. A must stop if you are in the area!
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The Sinks
Old State Highway 73 ScenicBeautiful drop off of the Little River with a cliff to jump off into the deep sink. A must stop if you are in the area!
From the Sugarlands Visitor Center, drive 8.7 miles south along Newfound Gap Road parking on left. You will find Arch Rock 1.3 mile up that trail. Alum Cave is a 2.2 mile hike at Trailhead. Amazing!
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Mount LeConte Lodge
From the Sugarlands Visitor Center, drive 8.7 miles south along Newfound Gap Road parking on left. You will find Arch Rock 1.3 mile up that trail. Alum Cave is a 2.2 mile hike at Trailhead. Amazing!
Super easy to walk up with stairs to waterfall. Must do if in Charokee!
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Mingo Falls
Eastern Cherokee ReservationSuper easy to walk up with stairs to waterfall. Must do if in Charokee!
Laurel Falls Trailhead
Old State Highway 73 ScenicFrom the Sugarlands Visitor Center drive 8.7 miles south along Newfound Gap Road, parking on left. Alum Cave is a 2.2 mile hike at Trailhead. You will find Arch Rock 1.3 mile up that trail. Amazing!
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Alum Cave Bluffs Trailhead
From the Sugarlands Visitor Center drive 8.7 miles south along Newfound Gap Road, parking on left. Alum Cave is a 2.2 mile hike at Trailhead. You will find Arch Rock 1.3 mile up that trail. Amazing!
Fishing for children only! Herbert Holt Park is located just off the Parkway and features:
Children’s fishing stream beach entry
Handicap access fishing pier
Trout rearing facility
Covered Pavilion
Picnic tables
Sinks & grills
Playground area
Horseshoe Pits
Walking trails
We stopped in The Smokey Mt Angler and they hooked us up with rod, hooks and night crawlers for a successful morning of trout fishing.
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Herbert Holt Park
North Park LaneFishing for children only! Herbert Holt Park is located just off the Parkway and features:
Children’s fishing stream beach entry
Handicap access fishing pier
Trout rearing facility
Covered Pavilion
Picnic tables
Sinks & grills
Playground area
Horseshoe Pits
Walking trails
We stopped in The Smokey Mt Angler and they hooked us up with rod, hooks and night crawlers for a successful morning of trout fishing.
Great fishing store to rent or buy a rod and bait. They hooked us up with everything we needed for the kids to catch trout.
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Smoky Mountain Angler
469 Brookside Village WayGreat fishing store to rent or buy a rod and bait. They hooked us up with everything we needed for the kids to catch trout.
I love Midnight Hole and the General Store at the entrance of the park!
Big Creek Trail follows an old railroad grade used to haul lumber out of the mountains during the logging boom at the start of the 20th century. At 1.4 miles the trail passes Midnight Hole, a deep, picturesque pool below a 6' falls. People climb and jump off.
Continuing down, at 2.1 miles a short side trail on the left leads to a bench where hikers can rest and view Mouse Creek Falls which is on the far side of Big Creek. The falls are 45' in height.
AccessTrailhead: Exit I-40 at Waterville Road (#451). Turn left after crossing the Pigeon River and proceed 2.3 miles to an intersection. Continue straight to the end to park (or tuck left to swing into the old general store)
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Mouse Creek Falls
I love Midnight Hole and the General Store at the entrance of the park!
Big Creek Trail follows an old railroad grade used to haul lumber out of the mountains during the logging boom at the start of the 20th century. At 1.4 miles the trail passes Midnight Hole, a deep, picturesque pool below a 6' falls. People climb and jump off.
Continuing down, at 2.1 miles a short side trail on the left leads to a bench where hikers can rest and view Mouse Creek Falls which is on the far side of Big Creek. The falls are 45' in height.
AccessTrailhead: Exit I-40 at Waterville Road (#451). Turn left after crossing the Pigeon River and proceed 2.3 miles to an intersection. Continue straight to the end to park (or tuck left to swing into the old general store)
Great Summit and lookout at the top! Great hike with breath taking views. On our hike down we loved splashing in the water and playing on the rocks at the first footbridge near the parking.
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Chimney Tops Trail Trailhead
Chimney Tops TrailGreat Summit and lookout at the top! Great hike with breath taking views. On our hike down we loved splashing in the water and playing on the rocks at the first footbridge near the parking.
Essentials
Food City
1219 East Pkwy only a mile away with a Red Box out front
Fastop Gas Station
1339 East PkwyIn our hood: 1 mile from the cabin
Park Liquor Store
1235 East PkwyIn the hood:
on the way to Midnight Hole or White water rafting - a must stop in for an ice cream or a country trinket.
Big Creek Country Store
67 Mount Sterling Roadon the way to Midnight Hole or White water rafting - a must stop in for an ice cream or a country trinket.
Drinks & Nightlife
Tastings all day! A mason jar full of your favorite moonshine makes a great local gift to take back home. The stage out front has had live Bluegrass or Folk music playing every time I have walked by.
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Ole Smoky Moonshine
903 ParkwayTastings all day! A mason jar full of your favorite moonshine makes a great local gift to take back home. The stage out front has had live Bluegrass or Folk music playing every time I have walked by.
Casino has all the gambling plus fine shopping and restaurants.
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Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
777 Casino DrCasino has all the gambling plus fine shopping and restaurants.
In the hood: British-themed 2-floor haunt with pub grub, hot tea & lots of beer choices, plus darts & live music.
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The Fox & Parrot Tavern
1065 Glades RdIn the hood: British-themed 2-floor haunt with pub grub, hot tea & lots of beer choices, plus darts & live music.
Entertainment & Activities
Drive up or take the Ober Areal Tramway from downtown. Summer time offers amusement park with tons to do even water slides. Winter offers skiing, snowboarding and tubing! Winter tubing sells out fast so buy passes ahead.
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Ober Gatlinburg
1339 Ski Mountain RdDrive up or take the Ober Areal Tramway from downtown. Summer time offers amusement park with tons to do even water slides. Winter offers skiing, snowboarding and tubing! Winter tubing sells out fast so buy passes ahead.
There are tons of places to go tubing but, we loved this outfit. So friendly and easy. Plus has the best hamburger stop in the driveway! Has 2 runs (lazy and bumpy). We even got a summer pass.
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Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing Outpost B
8435 TN-73There are tons of places to go tubing but, we loved this outfit. So friendly and easy. Plus has the best hamburger stop in the driveway! Has 2 runs (lazy and bumpy). We even got a summer pass.
Kids loved it! Adults did too! Our guide's name was Ewok- the best.
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Smoky Mountain River Rat Whitewater
3630 Hartford RdKids loved it! Adults did too! Our guide's name was Ewok- the best.
Coming from the land of Disney, I have to say I love Dollywood!!! Easy to get around and tons of awesome rides and shows.
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Dollywood
2700 Dollywood Parks BlvdComing from the land of Disney, I have to say I love Dollywood!!! Easy to get around and tons of awesome rides and shows.
If you haven’t gone to an aquarium lately you will get your fix with all the amazing exhibits.
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Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Rd If you haven’t gone to an aquarium lately you will get your fix with all the amazing exhibits.
Zorbing is a blast. Only give 4 stars because it is extremely pricey. We started with one run each and went in and bought several more- yes it is that fun.
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Outdoor Gravity Park
203 Sugar Hollow RdZorbing is a blast. Only give 4 stars because it is extremely pricey. We started with one run each and went in and bought several more- yes it is that fun.
Zip Line! Top notch and management was great.
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CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains - Zipline Tour
155 Branam Hollow RdZip Line! Top notch and management was great.
Arts & Culture
This entire area is an 8 mile loop of craftsmen and local artist with blown glass, pottery, art galleries, wood carvings and more. Cafes and local bakery too.
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Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community
668 Glades RoadThis entire area is an 8 mile loop of craftsmen and local artist with blown glass, pottery, art galleries, wood carvings and more. Cafes and local bakery too.
Robby Bowman from the show 'Forged in Fire' is one on one with you, teaching you how to design and build your knife! Really unique and really special!
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Iron Mountain Metal Craft
172 Old Mill AveRobby Bowman from the show 'Forged in Fire' is one on one with you, teaching you how to design and build your knife! Really unique and really special!
Shopping
This place is huge! My boys loved it. Downstairs is like a museum with swords from different movies and fossils and.. and... and! Prices are so reasonable and great place to pick up a little souvenir.
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Smoky Mountain Knife Works
2320 Winfield Dunn PkwyThis place is huge! My boys loved it. Downstairs is like a museum with swords from different movies and fossils and.. and... and! Prices are so reasonable and great place to pick up a little souvenir.
Downtown on The Parkway
Beautiful and fun and tons of shops. July had local folk artist, dancers, and music lining the streets. And in December it is lite up to the fullest to welcome the holidays.
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Gatlinburg
Downtown on The Parkway
Beautiful and fun and tons of shops. July had local folk artist, dancers, and music lining the streets. And in December it is lite up to the fullest to welcome the holidays.