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A photo of Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse restaurant

1. Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(1315)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gatlinburg

Booked 47 times today

Conveniently located in Calhoun’s Village across from the Ober entrance, the upscale establishment has become a favorite for countless locals and visitors alike. With its mountain lodge atmosphere and abundance of Cherokee Indian artifacts, patrons can expect a truly authentic, Southern experience. Serving up mouthwatering steaks, fresh seafood, and rotisserie-style staples in the heart of Gatlinburg, Cherokee Grill has made a name for itself as the greatest steakhouse in the area.

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2. Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg

4.8

Exceptional(1686)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Gatlinburg

Booked 51 times today

Our Gatlinburg location uses calming blue hues and soft lighting to create a trendy, modern experience for guests. Conveniently located on the Parkway in Downtown Gatlinburg, this location is just steps from many attractions and hotels. This location boasts fantastic views of the river and features a raw bar. It’s unlike any other dining experience in Gatlinburg!

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3. The Melting Pot- Gatlinburg

4.4

Awesome(1640)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Gatlinburg

Booked 46 times today

The Melting Pot sits on the second level of TGI Friday's and overlooks the Parkway in Downtown Gatlinburg. Watch the passersby and take in the Gatlinburg skyline, or choose one of our more romantic and intimate tables. Whether you're craving a duet of cheese and chocolate fondue or want to experience all four courses, we've got you covered.If you're looking to try something new during your next visit to the Smokies, we encourage you to visit The Melting Pot. We are the premier restaurant in Gatlinburg for celebrating a special occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, wedding, anniversary, a long overdue date night or simply just spending an evening in Gatlinburg, let us make your special occasion even more sweet.***Party sizes larger than 11 please call the restaurant directly

A photo of Calhoun's Gatlinburg restaurant

4. Calhoun's Gatlinburg

4.4

Awesome(164)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gatlinburg

Booked 11 times today

A mountain of good eating awaits visitors to our Gatlinburg Calhoun’s, styled as a handsome mountain lodge. Calhoun’s Gatlinburg is a located at 1004 Parkway in the heart of Gatlinburg — the premier resort town of the Great Smoky Mountains. Calhoun's has become a place where friends and family gather to celebrate what’s good in their lives while they sample some of Tennessee’s best BBQ, ribs, steak, and sandwiches. So come on down and experience the best hospitality and BBQ around.

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5. Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort

4.1

Excellent(390)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Gatlinburg

Booked 8 times today

Gatlinburg's best kept secret! We're serving up comfort food done right! Get ready for the authentic taste of the south with southern cooking and comfort foods we all love. Now open for breakfast! Great home-cooked meals meet sweet Southern style with our newest collection of decadent comfort food from the South, now at Southern Comfort! Here, the cuisine leans toward the low-country, and caters towards the Cajun in all of us, with rustic, creole, and good old fashioned Southern home cooking bursting in every bite.From shrimp and grits to chicken and dumplings, our Southern cooking deserves to be kept on the family table for generations to come, so come on in, dig on in, and sit for a spell while we do the cookin’… because everyone needs a little Southern Comfort.

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6. Wild Bear Tavern

4.3

Awesome(208)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• German • Pigeon Forge

Booked 11 times today

Enjoy all your southern favorites and authentic German cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Wild Bear Tavern. Join us for home-style pancakes. Enjoy Bavarian-style burgers and sandwiches for lunch. Have authentic German cuisine with ice-cold German beer for dinner and choose from a delightful menu for your favorite sweet treat.

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7. Ole Red Gatlinburg

4.1

Excellent(277)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gatlinburg

Ole Red Gatlinburg means great food, cold drinks, and the best live music in the Smokies, Blake Shelton style. View their daily line up here:https://olered.com/gatlinburg/calendar

A photo of Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa restaurant

8. Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa

4.4

Awesome(2424)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Gatlinburg

Booked 52 times today

No one does home cooking like the South — and no one does Southern hospitality like Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa™ in Pigeon Forge. Song & Hearth: A Southern Eatery serves breakfast buffet and family-style dinner - all with a touch of regional flavors.Song & Hearth is open to both Dollywood's DreamMore Resort guests and Non-Resort guests. Complimentary self-parking is available. Valet service is also available for a fee.Food Allergies - If you or someone in your party has a food allergy or special dietary restriction, please notify your server upon placing your order.

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9. The Chop House - Sevierville

4.5

Awesome(1743)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steak • Sevierville

Booked 42 times today

Welcome to The Chop House® restaurants, where we strive to provide each guest with friendly service in an inviting environment. Our service and our food is guaranteed!Established in 1992 by Mike Connor with the help of family and friends, The Chop House® has become one of the premier casual restaurant concepts in the Southeast, with 12 locations spread across 4 states.Our number one goal is to provide a superior dining experience to every guest. We do this by providing guest-obsessed service and generous portions of delicious food using the freshest ingredients.

A photo of Ember & Elm at Dollywood’s HeartSong Resort restaurant

10. Ember & Elm at Dollywood’s HeartSong Resort

4.4

Awesome(274)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Pigeon Forge

Booked 37 times today

Culinary delights and meaningful moments unite at Ember & Elm: Tastes Rooted in the Smokies, Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort’s signature restaurant. Experience the perfect blend of exceptional flavors and locally-sourced ingredients, prepared by world-class chefs.

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Tina
Memphis / West Tennessee •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
I normally don't leave reviews, but this place was recommended and they did not disappoint. Everything was really good even our grandkids chicken tenders and fries. Our waitress was very nice and checked on us often. The manager came and talked to the kids and even told them where they could see a bear.
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Chesapeake’s Restaurant - GatlinburgPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Gatlinburg
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4.8
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TimothyVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
It really is the best place in gatlinburg. Always good and consistent. Some lighting above booths are harsh and too bright though. Otherwise perfect.
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Cherokee Grill and SteakhousePrice: Moderate• American• Gatlinburg
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4.4
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Keith
Asheville / Western North Carolina •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our food was excellent! Both of us had the ribs. Food was fresh and well prepared. Our Server Sali from Romania was very attentive and never let us run out of anything. He's a great asset to your restaurant. I have zero complaints. The staff and food was great. Well done staff and management of Calhoun's.
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Calhoun's GatlinburgPrice: Moderate• American• Gatlinburg
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4.4
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Bryant
East Tennessee •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
Food was served cold. Server quickly addressed and brought out new dishes.
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Southern Comfort - Westgate ResortPrice: Moderate• Southern• Gatlinburg
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4.1
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Noreen
East Tennessee •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
It was our anniversary and the table was decorated in rose petals. Our waitress was very attentive and the food was great. Hard to finish it all. What a wonderful experience!
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The Melting Pot- GatlinburgPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Gatlinburg
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4.4

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