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Melting Pot- Gatlinburg
Price: Expensive•Fondue•4.5(1,652)The Melting Pot sits on the second level of Taco Trail 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 directlyCherokee Grill and Steakhouse
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(1,475)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.
Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort
Price: Moderate•Southern•4.3(419)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.Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa
Price: Expensive•Southern•4.3(2,573)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 bountiful nightly dinner buffet- 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.
See what locals rave about in Gatlinburg
- AAshleySt. Louis •3 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoThe food was great! Our server (Mark?) was kind of rude and we never got our bread for our meal, but overall would recommend it! The fried seafood platter and the crab bisque were delicious.More infoChesapeake’s Restaurant - GatlinburgPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Gatlinburg•4.7
- DDevinRaleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAmazing service! Amazing food! Amazing atmosphere! It was just all around incredible!! Loved spending our anniversary here!More infoMelting Pot- GatlinburgPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Gatlinburg•4.5
- HHeatherWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 21, 2025Food and service was amazing. Our server was very welcoming and was such a pleasureMore infoCherokee Grill and SteakhousePrice: Moderate• American• Gatlinburg•4.5
- MMikeHawaii •4 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 18, 2025The Prime Rib and Shrimp were great. Kids menu has a little bit of everything!!!More infoCalhoun's GatlinburgPrice: Moderate• American• Gatlinburg•4.5
- KKathyCoastal Georgia •14 reviews4.0Dined on Jul 8, 2025My husband enjoyed the German pot roast with vegetables. My pork cutlet was good, but could have used more sauce for flavor. We were seated promptly and had excellent service.More infoWild Bear TavernPrice: Moderate• German• Pigeon Forge•4.4
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Gatlinburg and sister city Pigeon Forge, which are nestled away in the backwoods of the Appalachian Mountains, offer many delightful dining options. Spend the day at Dolly Parton's amusement park or get lost in one of the Southeast's most popular wildlife exhibits before heading out for dinner at a local restaurant. The restaurants in this area specialize in buttery green beans, smooth mashed potatoes, and other Southern staples. Fish fries made from catfish are abundant in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, which are deeply rooted in Appalachian and Southeastern cultures. East Tennessee's food is as enjoyable as its hilly sights, offering Southern fried chicken, American apple pie, and authentic moonshine. Fried foods and pine trees equally populate Gatlinburg with deep-fried Southern food available practically everywhere in the hilly, touristy locale.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Gatlinburg include Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg, Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa and Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Gatlinburg are Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa, Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg and Calhoun's Gatlinburg
Bottomless brunch in Gatlinburg is available at Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa, Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg and Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
The most romantic restaurant in Gatlinburg is Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg
Restaurants in Gatlinburg with a great view include Song & Hearth at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa, Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg and Southern Comfort - Westgate Resort
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