Best Restaurants, Must Try Places 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..."

"Enjoy family style food served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Mama’s Farmhouse. Bring your little ones, because kids five and under eat free!. Part of the Johnson Family of Restaurants, which also includes our friends, Mad Dog’s Creamery, Alamo Steakhouse, Bid Daddy’s Pizzeria, J.O.E. and Pop’s Sub Shoppe, Mama’s Chicken Kitchen, Bennett’s Pit BBQ, you will find the same quality cooking and friendly atmosphere here."

"Named for the Johnson family’s great-grandmother, Mama’s Farmhouse incorporates traditional Southern recipes into their family-style restaurant. Their made-from-scratch homecookin’ has even earned the people’s vote for Best Fried Chicken in the Smokies. When you come in for breakfast, make sure to order their oven-fresh buttermilk biscuits and chocolate gravy, which won the 2015 International Biscuit Festival."

"​Mama’s Farmhouse​ is another great option for breakfast in Pigeon Forge that you’ll want to check out during your visit. They are known as “The Best Southern Country Cookin’ in The Smokies,” and have award-winning biscuits to validate that motto!. They have a family-style breakfast where you choose what you want, and they will bring out as much of it as your family can eat."

"Sawyer’s Farmhouse Breakfast is a top choice among both tourists and locals!. This locally owned and operated restaurant has a great variety for breakfast, including crepes, Belgium waffles and made-from-scratch pancakes. Freshly whipped butter and warm homemade syrup complements your meal perfectly!"

"Sawyer’s Farmhouse Breakfast is a great place to take your family out for breakfast. They are open from 8 am to 2 pm. If you love pancakes, you can get whole wheat, classic buttermilk, blueberry, chocolate chip, or pigs in a blanket."

"Sawyer’s Farmhouse Breakfast has all your breakfast staples and a few unique dishes you might want to try!. You can get pancakes and waffles covered in almost any topping you want. They also serve crepes full of fruit or chocolate."

"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."

"First off, let’s talk about the newest addition/expansion to Knoxville’s rooftop bar scene, the Five Thirty Lounge, located above the Hyatt Place Downtown Knoxville on Gay Street. If you’re looking for a stylish, elevated experience, this place is it. The Five Thirty Lounge offers indoor and outdoor rooftop bar areas, delicious signature cocktails (the prickly pear margarita is my go-to) and an upscale bar menu of snacks and small plates."

"We LOVED the bloody Mary bar and the Jalepino Pineapple Margarita!. The burger was delicious. And who can pass up..."

"If you want to have a little fun on your date night, head to Ole Red Gatlinburg!. Blake Shelton brought his restaurant and entertainment venue to the Smoky Mountains for both locals and visitors to enjoy. While you dine, enjoy live performances from rising country stars."

"131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge 865-286-0660https://timberwoodgrillpf.com. Located on The Island, this fun restaurant serves up all your American favorites including burgers, ribs, steaks, sandwiches, salads, and more. When you’re finished your meal, you can enjoy a free fountain light show right outside the door!"

"I am quite surprised to see that Timberwood is at a 4.3 rating at the time of my posting. This place was better in every respect than expected."

"If you have never been to a Golden Corral, you are in for a treat when you visit the Pigeon Forge location at 3610 Parkway!. This nationwide chain is famous for its delicious and fresh food at incredibly affordable prices. There are more than 150 choices on Golden Corral’s endless buffet, so everyone will find something to satisfy their appetite!"

"One of the top-rated Pigeon Forge buffet restaurants, Golden Corral has locations in both Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. Offering almost every type of food imaginable, every member of your family is sure to find something they love at this Pigeon Forge buffet. Be sure to save some room for dessert!"

"Part of the excitement of going on vacation is the chance to experience new things and try new foods. The problems a lot of parents face is that most kids tend to be rather picky eaters. Luckily, there are a lot of Pigeon Forge buffet and all-you-can-eat style restaurants that rise to the challenge of allowing parents to be adventurous while keeping kids happy."

"Visiting a buffet can feel like a chore when you’re relegated to the salad bar, but the selection at Aunt Granny’s is sufficient to keep many vegetarians happy. The entire salad area is worth hitting up, of course, but a few of the buffet’s entree items are also meat-free. Don’t forget to load up on cooked cabbage and turnip greens."

"If you are in Dollywood and you aren’t eating at Aunt Granny’s, you are doing it wrong. Excellent homestyle s..."

"Reduce your stress and help your health along the 10 miles of greenways, trails, and pathways around Sevierville. As part of an initiative to improve communities and improve open spaces, the Sevierville Greenways project continues to expand and develop more paths."

"If you're reading this in time, make this next destination an immediate, top priority. During the first few weeks of July, a dazzling sunflower display explodes at Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area . This seasonal sea of yellow swaying in the breeze is one of Knoxville's most stunning unsung sights."

"A few more Sunflower photos because they are in bloom and looking spectacular right now. You might like to see this Adorable Sunflower and dog photo session"

"Although Abrams Falls is only 20 feet high, the large volume of water rushing over the sandstone cliff more than makes up for its lack of height. In fact, Abrams Falls is the most voluminous waterfall in the park, easily making this the most scenic waterfall in the Smokies. As a result, the moderate 5.2-mile roundtrip hike to the waterfall is one of the more popular hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains."

"This is one of the more popular hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park due to the sheer beauty of the waterfall. Abrams Falls is only 20 feet (6 meters) in height, but it is the most voluminous waterfall in the park. The trail begins by passing over Abrams Creek by bridge and then turning left to head towards the waterfall."

"Abrams Falls was named after a Cherokee chief who lived just a few miles downstream. Although only 20 feet in height, it is the falls’ massive volume of water that makes it an incredible sight. The deep, long pool at the falls’ base is also picturesque."

"The Muse Knoxville is a favorite of children in Knoxville, making it a great place to visit if you are traveling with younger visitors. The facility is a mix of art and science galleries and spans 4,000 square feet. The facility is split up into themed educational sections like construction, nutrition, and science and most of the exhibits are interactive so that children can learn by doing."

"Another one of the places to visit for kids, The Muse Knoxville is chock full of exciting and engaging activities. Spanning 4,000 square feet of space, it provides a harmonious blend of science and art, educating through showcases and galleries all the way. Among the topics kids will learn about here are nutrition, construction, science, and other similar subjects."

"Sure, there are exhibits but MUSE is more like a 4,000-square foot, indoor playground. There is plenty of space to play, discover, and create and it’s just FUN. The kids don’t even realize they’re learning in the process."