Grumpa Bear BBQ
$ • Barbeque
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211 Main St, Rocky Top
(423) 223-9325
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My brother in law Bruce Smith & I went to the Grumpa Bear BBQ. A stranger highly recommended the Grumpa Bear to Bruce. We arrived during their normal hours but the doors were locked. After a couple of minutes the owner Kris Blas came to the door. He said they had closed up early because they have a sick child that they needed to attend to. We told him that as parents ourselves we completely understand. He apologized and told us that they were cleaning up but they still had some...read full review
Great food and friendly service. My favorite was the pork and corn egg roll with mustard sauce.
came from ohio driving thru little town of rocky top Tennessee and found this little bbq gem. we tried just about everything on the menu and it was all amazing. The owners were awesome. Very friendly. would definitely come back. if you haven't been it is a must stop
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Grumpa Bear BBQ is a fantastic family-run restaurant located near Rocky Top and Clinton, Tennessee, just off I-75. The food is delicious and a great value, with generous portions at reasonable prices. The menu features excellent smoked meats, including pulled pork with a good mild smoky flavor, outstanding burnt ends, super tender chicken, and smoked tri tip. Sides are a major highlight: the baked beans are sweet with a bit of tanginess, the potato salad is creamy with a hint of mustard, the street corn is delicious, and the mac-n-cheese is well-loved. Unique items like the BBQ egg rolls—filled with meat and cheesy mac—are considered worth the trip alone.
The sauces are excellent, including a very good smooth bourbon sauce, an original, and a unique spicy BBQ sauce. For dessert, the banana pudding is incredible, possibly the best ever had. The service is super friendly and the owners are great people, with a dedication to recognizing community servants.
The setting is a small indoor space in an old house, tucked away with a cool vibe. There is lots of outdoor seating at picnic tables, some in the sun and some under cover. This area is perfect for families, featuring kid-friendly lawn games like bean bag toss and magnetic darts to keep children occupied. It is a genuinely wonderful, family-friendly BBQ spot where you won’t be disappointed.