Primo patios
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Summer, spring, and fall, foodies flock to Gatlinburg patios. Casual dining goes perfectly with mountain breezes and patio vibes. Book a table at LeConte Tapas & Grill for chef-inspired European and New American cuisine, with Las Vegas flair. Keep the Southwest spirit at Alamo Steakhouse & Saloon, a locally owned favorite for more than 25 years known for cooking over an open fire. No Way Jose’s Cantina keeps it fun, dishing up authentic Mexican food and festive atmosphere. Split Rail Eats reminds diners to save room for fresh-baked cookies and cupcakes after breakfast foods, sandwiches, burgers and salads.
Restaurant rooftops
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Take dining to the next level on Gatlinburg rooftops. Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina captivates Tex-Mex fans with mesquite grilling techniques and house-made margaritas. Keep it country at Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar, a premium-casual spot featuring live music, a chef curated menu and craft cocktails. Myron Mixon Barbecue Co. brings five-time World Champion barbeque to Gatlinburg. Treat yourself to true Southern hospitality at Hotel Indigo’s stylish rooftop bar and restaurant.
Mountain meals
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Surrounded by sweeping vistas, mountaintop eateries fill up the senses. Spending the day at Anakeesta? Tuck into crave-worthy cuisine at Clifftop, surrounded by panoramic views of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The fan-favorite spot features a full bar and craft beers. Headed to Gatlinburg Skypark? Smoky Mountain Smash serves handcrafted smash burgers amidst breathtaking mountain views.
Riverside refreshment
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Rush to Gatlinburg’s waterfront dining spots for swell outdoor dining experiences. Epicureans love The Heirloom Room: Creekside Restaurant & Bar for its Appalachian culinary creations, inventive mixology, and rustic chic locale on the banks of the Little Pigeon River. Since 1946, guests at Howard’s Restaurant have feasted on steaks, trout, burgers, chicken and more alongside a flowing mountain stream. The Peddler Steakhouse keeps hungry travelers coming back year after year for the custom-cut steaks, salad bar, and relaxing river views.
Fave firepits
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Of all the mountain-getaway creature comforts, firepit dining ranks high. Lucky for foodies, some of Gatlinburg’s most ambient spots serve exceptional fare. A Gatlinburg classic for good reason, The Greenbrier Restaurant features a rare in-house dry-aging process and serves diners in a beautiful atmosphere. Best Italian Parkway Express dishes up Italian favorites including their famous garlic rolls and hand-tossed pizzas. Grab a table at Firefly’s Patio Lounge at The Park Vista a DoubleTree by Hilton to enjoy light fare and panoramic views of Mount LeConte.
