Restaurants & Cafés
From cozy neighborhood coffee shops to elevated chef-driven restaurants, this curated collection highlights the spots locals trust and visitors rave about. Whether you’re planning a date night, weekend brunch, business lunch, or casual dinner with friends, you’ll find thoughtfully selected recommendations right here.
The Peddler Steakhouse
Gatlinburg
The Peddler Steakhouse in Gatlinburg TN offers custom cut steaks in the heart of the Smokies. Visit our Gatlinburg restaurant today!
🤝 Locally Owned
Best Italian Parkway Express
Gatlinburg
Bring in the family and join us for a bite! We love getting to know the community that’s been so good to us for more than 40 years.
🤝 Locally Owned
Best Italian Cafe & Pizzeria in Elks Plaza
Gatlinburg
Bring in the family and join us for a bite! We love getting to know the community that’s been so good to us for more than 40 years.
🤝 Locally Owned
The Greenbrier
Gatlinburg
Family-friendly spot for hearty American meat & seafood dishes served in a homey log-cabin setting.
Buddy’s BBQ
Sevierville
We are a laid-back place the locals love! Come to Buddy’s bar-b-q in Sevierville for a taste of our East Tennessee BBQ tradition for over 50 years!
🤝 Locally Owned
Buddy Dave’s
Sevierville
For more than 30 years, the O’Shields family has proudly served Sevier County on Dolly Parton Parkway in Sevierville. In 1996, David and Alesia O’Shields opened their doors as an A&W franchise, bringing frosty mugs of root beer, juicy burgers, and classic American fare to locals and visitors alike. Over the decades, their restaurant became more than just a place to eat—it became part of the fabric of Sevier County. Families stopped in after ball games, friends gathered after work, and countless Smoky Mountain memories were made around those tables.
🤝 Locally Owned
Smoky Mountain Coffee & Creamery
Gatlinburg
Founded in March 2024 by Hannah Kol, Smoky Mountain Coffee & Creamery is the realization of a lifelong dream. Hannah’s love for coffee shops and her family’s legacy of ice cream shops inspired her to merge the two, creating a warm, welcoming space where the rich aromas of freshly brewed coffee meet the sweet indulgence of hand-dipped ice cream.
🤝 Locally Owned
Mel’s Classic Diner
Pigeon Forge
One of the highest-rated budget-friendly restaurants in Pigeon Forge! Breakfast all day long!
🤝 Locally Owned
Small Town Bistro
Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge, TN’s cozy spot for fresh coffee, baked goods, and homestyle dishes. Kickstart your morning with the scent of fresh-brewed coffee and the comfort
🤝 Locally Owned
Mina’s Market Co.
Gatlinburg
Mina’s Market Co. is a must-visit charcuterie shop in Gatlinburg, TN, offering elevated grazing boards, charcuterie boxes, and fresh grab-and-go snacks in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Perfect for tourists, picnics, cabin stays, and special occasions, we create beautifully curated food experiences using high-quality ingredients.
🤝 Locally Owned