13 Best Bars in Gatlinburg

“This place is so cute! Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Tennessee Cider Company offers a refreshing, flavorful twist on traditional mountain tastings that stands out amid Gatlinburg's sea of moonshine distilleries. From the moment you step up to the tasting bar, the atmosphere is warm, relaxed, and genuinely welcoming. The staff makes sampling effortless and fun, walking you through an inventive lineup of hard ciders that range from crisp, authentic apple classics to bold, Southern-inspired fruit blends. Whether you are sipping on fan favorites like Spiced Apple and Blackberry or cooling off on a warm afternoon with one of their famous frozen cider slushies, the clean taste and quality fermentation shine through in every pour.

Beyond the excellent drink selection, the overall experience makes it a must-visit stop for both casual tourists and cider enthusiasts. Bottles and growlers are easy to pack up to enjoy back at a cabin or take home as souvenirs, and their warm mulled cider during the cooler autumn months is mountain comfort in a cup. With generous tastings, budget friendly prices, and a distinctive flavor portfolio you will not find anywhere else in the region, Tennessee Cider Company delivers an easy five-star stop on any Parkway itinerary.“

“We had dinner at Howard’s last night (8-13). We had a beautiful table over looking the water. Our waitress was great. I wish I had remembered her name but was she was from Romania. We were a party of 4, 3 had the ribeye and 1 the filet. All were cooked perfectly. It was a nice way to celebrate my partners birthday! Thanks again for a nice evening!“

“I can not put into words the experience we just had at this restaurant. I have had unbelievable meals in the past, but this is #1 on my list. From the time we arrived, atmosphere, staff, and food, I felt like a queen. Everything was timed perfectly. The food was exhilarating. I closed my eyes, and I could taste every ingredient involved. If you ever come down to Gatlinburg, I 100 % recommend visiting. It's totally worth the money!“

“Came here on September 16…..had a great time and delicious food! Thanks to Robert & David for their fantastic service!!“

“This place is awesome. Drinks are fantastic. Staff is great.“

“We went the first day of Bear-varian festival. It was really fun and the food and drinks were delicious! Lots of cute themed shows during the day and the fall decor was adorable. The mountain coasters, treetop walk, and zip lining made for a memorable day. During zip lining I just couldn't do that part where you step off the ledge to drop to the next line, so the woman guide (I think her name was Charity?) walked the stairs with me instead. The other two guides, Nick and Reid, were great and kept us safe and laughing with silly jokes. It was a great time all around and you couldn't beat those mountain views!!!“

“If I could give it a 10 they would get it. Rosemary was our waitress & she was wonderful. The food is amazing. Thumbs up to the chef.“

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“Friendly bartenders and cold beer. Creek side and outdoor patio deck. Peel and eat shrimp were amazing. We will be back!“

“The dough they use is amazing❣️“

“Adam was great! Best first time there!“

“Food is delicious! 💯% My husband and I have dined at this restaurant often while enjoying westgate resort. We did not feel we needed to leave the resort and go into town! Staff was wonderful as well.“

“My wife and I were there celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary, and we were trying to figure out where to eat. The atmosphere and music were great on the third level bar. However, we decided not to stay after spending $27 on a Bud Light and a Jack and Coke. I expected it to be a little bit more expensive on the Parkway, but I thought that was ridiculous.“