Top Best American Restaurants in Wears Valley

"The Old Mill Restaurant and General Store in Pigeon Forge is a historic mill that specializes in classic Southern comfort food, like corn chowder, and outstanding desserts. Dine in the double-tiered, wood paneled dining room overlooking the Pigeon River with views of the 1830’s-era Old Mill itself with its huge water wheel that powers massive stones to grind grains as it turns just below the dam.7 minute drive*, 2.8 miles 164 Old Mill Ave Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 (865) 429-3463"

"Though much more of a southern spot, you can do vegetarian here by sticking to the vegetable dishes and sides. Try the green fried tomatoes or fried pickles. Or, try the Fried Green Tomato sandwich and ask them to leave off all the bacon-related items."

"The best thing they gave us with the corn chowder and hush puppies. The beans needed flavor the Mac n cheese needed flavor an..."

"Owned by the same family that runs The Peddler, The Park Grill is another iconic restaurant in Gatlinburg. Couples will love The Park Grill’s rustic, yet elegant atmosphere, which is reminiscent of a traditional mountain lodge. Popular dishes at The Park Grill include the Southern Pecan Chicken, Fresh Mountain Rainbow Trout, Award-Winning Ribs, and the Shrimp & Crab Bisque."

"The Park Grill offers visitors and locals a true taste of the Smokies in a rustic mountain lodge. Whether you’re craving a tender steak or a juicy burger, you’ll be able to satisfy your appetite at this Gatlinburg restaurant. End your meal on a sweet note with some blackberry cobbler, or try it all with the restaurant’s dessert sampler!"

"You’ll find seafood, steak, chicken, and a section that combines these entrees. If you’re wanting something a little lighter, we have a salad bar with over 40 toppings. Kids will love choosing from chicken tenders, steak, shrimp, and trout, and they also get to visit the salad bar."

"As one of the most popular restaurants in Sevierville TN, the Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant is a great place to go for classic southern dishes. Breakfast can consist of eggs, bacon, sausage, waffles, pancakes, and more. No matter what you order as your meal, it comes with apple cinnamon muffins, apple fritters, homemade apple butter, and apple julep."

"While traveling the Rocky Top Wine Trail, you may want to stop for a bite to eat. There is Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant, conveniently down the road from Apple Barn Winery. Housed in an expanded 1870s farmhouse, the restaurant was started in 1986 and still retains its home-sweet-home charm to this day."

"Applewood Farmhouse is a restaurant you have to visit when you’re in town. They have classic southern dishes you’ll want to enjoy while you’re on vacation. You can get meatloaf, fried chicken, green beans, and so much more."

"The bistro at the Dancing Bear Lodge in Townsend is known for its farm-to-table dishes inspired by regional Appalachian cooking. As one of the only fine-dining options in Townsend or Wears Valley, this excellent restaurant is open only for dinner. With a stylish, casual atmosphere, the Dancing Bear Bistro is a great spot for a nice date night or a romantic honeymoon evening meal."

"Best Italian Restaurant has a little bit of everything you can think of when it comes to Italian food. You’ll definitely want to order their signature garlic rolls as an appetizer. They have all kinds of pasta, from alfredo to vegetable primavera, as well as lasagna."

"If you find yourself in the mood for Italian food, you should eat at Best Italian Restaurant. Start out with garlic rolls or calamari. If you want pasta, they have everything from pasta primavera to spaghetti with meat sauce."

"Located in Kodak, in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Old Tennessee Distilling Co. handcrafts each bottle from scratch. Old Tennessee promises to deliver authentic spirits worthy of their legacy with each sip. Using cornmeal locally ground at the Old Mill in Pigeon Forge, sugar, yeast and water, their crystal clear, superior moonshine reflects a tradition spanning generations."

"All I saw when we walked in to Old Tennessee Distilling Co were stacks and stacks of Moonshine in just about any flavor you could imagine. I’m not a huge moonshine fan, but I’ve been told theirs is very good. It didn’t take long to realize they produce so much more than Moonshine, and believe me when I tell you their products are delicious."

"Now you can enjoy genuine Old Tennessee Distilling Corn Whiskey – made with malted barley and wheat – and Dumplin Creek Moonshine, all here at Old Tennessee Distilling. 3605 Outdoor Sportsman Place Kodak 865-401-2574"