10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Wears Valley

"As the oldest craft brewery in East Tennessee, we are suggesting you dine here as more of a supplement to your beer tasting. Though the food is delicious, the beer obviously steals the stage. With craft beers of all types, you will love sipping on a cold one after a day in the park."

"Smoky Mountain Brewery is one of East Tennessee’s oldest breweries. The Gatlinburg location was opened in the 1990s, and since then, the place has exploded due to its overwhelming popularity and demand. The brewery vibe combines cozy ski lodge with Bavarian beer hall."

"Then Gatlinburg Brewing Company is the perfect place for you!. Beer is brewed on site, ensuring it is fresh and delicious. You’ll find every kind of beer, from ales to IPAs."

"Start your ride at Crafty Bastard Brewery, one of the newest tenants at recently revitalized Emory Place. With a list of beers as quirky as its name, this nano-brewery relishes its departure from the craft-beer norm and sees its tininess as a chance to experiment with off-the-wall flavors like that of their Tessellation IPA, which boasts “a strong dank beginning that finishes with ripe and decadent notes of mangoes."

"This nano-brewery taproom occupies historic building space in NoKno's Emory Place district. The rustic, chipped-concrete warehouse vibe augments a defiantly independent mentality that carries over to its 12..."

"The Old City is a 15-minute walk to Last Days of Autumn, where we met my friend Hannah for a couple rounds. Of all the breweries we tried while in Knoxville, this one might very well be my favorite, despite it being a bit off the beaten path (it’s just around the corner from Saw Works). These self-taught husband-and-wife homebrewers opened their own place a year ago and are already brewing up 14 different beers like a Berliner Weisse and salted caramel porter (YUM); their sons also work on site in the tap room."

"The more you’re laughing, the more you’ll want to hang around and order drinks. And the more beer you drink, the funnier each comic may seem. Last Days of Autumn is taking advantage of its space by using it to host comedy shows the first and third Friday of every month called the High Grav Comedy Showcase."

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"The Beer Market isn’t what most people think of when they think “picnic,” but it’s a great place for a group – especially if your group likes to drink beer. Bearden lets you bring your own food, so the only cash you’ll have to spend is on your drinks. Bring your tribe out and enjoy a potluck dinner at one of the tables outdoors."

"Once you’re fitted up, wind through downtown and enjoy the 6.5-mile ride via the Neyland, Third Creek, and Bearden Village Greenways to Bearden Beer Market. Then kick back, relax, and reward yourself with the local brew of your choosing."

"There was wax attack at Hexagon Brewing, but we were feeling more of a German beer hall kind of afternoon, so we headed to Schulz Brau first for some hefes. Next up, it was over to Crafty Bastard where a Cuban food truck and a repurposed radiator repair shop greeted us. This funky and gorgeously open to the second story roof brewery is doing fascinating stuff with their concoctions, with White Arrow Pine Ale being SVV’s favorite and the Barkley Stout being mine."

"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"

"Tennessee Homemade Wines takes pride in the fact that their produce they use is local, and their wine is locally processed. Not only do they have traditional reds and whites, they also have wine made from blueberries, blackberries, and other fruits. The employees are well informed about the distilling process and where the fruit comes from, as well as the different kinds of wines."

"We sit right at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountain and were raised in Appalachian traditions of hospitality and heritage. Stop on by and enjoy both!. 643 Parkway Gatlinburg 865-412-1030"

"Popular among the locals, Blue Moose Burgers & Wings is a family sports grill with something for everyone. Guests will love this restaurant’s speciality burgers, such as the famous Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger (which replaces hamburger buns with two grilled cheese sandwiches). The Wild Ranch Wings are also out of this world!"

"2430 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge 865-286-0364http://bluemooseburgersandwings.com. This Pigeon Forge restaurant is a top favorite among locals for it’s delicious food and affordable prices. The menu consists of appetizers, burgers, wings, and a variety of hot sandwiches/wraps."

"The pulled pork nachos were also really good with tender and juicy pork. The steakhouse burger and fries were really good."

"A photo posted by ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀SOFIA (@karunenko) on Jun 27, 2015 at 1:52pm PDT. Another prime spot for those who love being on the water or getting in a good hike is Fort Dickerson Park. What makes it great: This park offers a quarry that’s great for paddling, as well as a scenic overlook (one of several) that is just a short walk from the parking area."