Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Gatlinburg

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Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Gatlinburg

Smokies Cuban Cafe
Smokies Cuban Cafe
4.3 (974 ratings)
Classic Cuban specialties, coffee & tropical fruit shakes served in a compact, contemporary space.
3526 Parkway #4, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Cuban restaurantCafe
Mentioned by Eagles Ridge
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"A favorite with both locals and visitors alike, Smokies Cuban Cafe is considered something of a hidden gem in Pigeon Forge. Tucked away in a strip mall on the Parkway, this charming little place serves authentic Cuban cuisine. Highlights of the cafe’s menu include the Cuban sandwich, empanadas, palomilla steak, and the cafe con leche."
Mentioned by Alpine Chalet Rentals Gatlinburg - Cabins in Gatlinburg TN
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"Smokies Cuban Cafe is the only Cuban restaurant in the Smokies. They serve authentic Cuban cuisine, and some of the menu items include a Cuban sandwich, a croquette sandwich, and roasted pulled pork. Other entrees include palomilla steak, milanese steak, and fried pork chunks."
Mentioned by smokymountains.com
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"This charming cafe serves authentic Cuban dishes that are sure to please. Before heading to Dollywood, grab a breakfast sandwich with Cuban bread, tomato, olive oil, and garlic. Other favorites include fried plantains, cheese empanadas, and guava pastries."
Mad dogs creamery
Mad dogs creamery
3.7 (30 ratings)
731 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Cafe
Mentioned by Visit My Smokies
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"Mad Dog’s Creamery and Donuts has a full selection of hand-dipped premium ice cream, soft serve, sundaes, banana splits and so much more!. You’ll be able to choose from 24 different flavors of ice cream, from Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough to Strawberry Cheesecake. You can even get milkshakes!"
Mentioned by The All Gatlinburg Blog
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"Mad Dog’s Creamery and Donuts is the ultimate dessert destination!. This great shop offers incredible ice cream cones, soft serve, sundaes, banana splits, and milkshakes. With 24 flavors to choose from, you’re guaranteed to find a new favorite (ours is Smoky Mountain Fudge)."
Mentioned by Rocky Top Sports World
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"You’ll find your favorite flavors, of course, such as vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. You could always try their unique flavors, from yellow brick road to rainbow sherbet. Get your ice cream in a cup or cone, or have a milkshake in your favorite flavor."
Lil Black Bear Cafe
Lil Black Bear Cafe
4.7 (572 ratings)
Small, homey daytime eatery known for its comforting American breakfast & lunch fare, plus coffee.
3068 Veterans Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Sandwich shopBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeFamily restaurant
Mentioned by East TN Family Fun
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"A favorite for both breakfast and lunch, guests rave about the pancakes, which are thankfully served all day!. Head on over to their Facebook page to read all of the numerous reviews citing them as, “the best pancakes I’ve ever had.” Now that’s a good pancake!. If you hate pancakes (what?!), the cafe also serves a variety of other American breakfast foods, as well as soups, salads, and yummy baked goods."
Mentioned by Visit My Smokies
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"If you want to dine somewhere off the beaten path, choose Lil Black Bear Cafe!. This daytime eatery is known for its American breakfast and coffee. For a simple breakfast that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds, this is the spot for you."
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"When you walk in this place you feel like you just joined the family. It is very small on the inside so plan accordingly. The food is fantastic and the prices..."
Starbucks
Starbucks
3.3 (29 ratings)
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability.
3064 Teaster Ln, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Coffee shopCafeCoffee storeEspresso bar
Whole Earth Grocery & Cafe
Whole Earth Grocery & Cafe
4.5 (66 ratings)
Natural foods store with a cafe focusing on vegetarian & vegan fare such as salads & sandwiches.
446 East Pkwy #4, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Health food storeCafeGift shopHealth food restaurantNatural goods storeVitamin & supplements storeWi-Fi spot
Panera Bread
Panera Bread
4.2 (409 ratings)
Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.
2000 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916, USA
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantCatererCoffee shopDelivery serviceTakeout RestaurantSalad shopSandwich shopSoup restaurant
Vienna Coffee at The Regas Building
Vienna Coffee at The Regas Building
4.7 (186 ratings)
318 N Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
Coffee shopBakeryCafe
Aroma Cafe Cuban Food and Sandwiches
Aroma Cafe Cuban Food and Sandwiches
4.7 (1268 ratings)
Cozy cafe serving Cuban sandwiches & coffee in a colorful counter-serve space with outside seating.
2570 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804, USA
Cuban restaurantCafe
Duncan Cafe
Duncan Cafe
5 (4 ratings)
JOHN J. DUNCAN FEDERAL BUILDING, 710 Locust St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
CafeAmerican restaurant
Starbucks
Starbucks
4 (623 ratings)
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability.
903 Parkway #101, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
CafeCoffee shop
Mentioned by Gatlinburg Condos Condominium Rentals Smoky Mountains Downtown Lodging Olde Gatlinburg Place
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"Not all coffee shops in Gatlinburg have to be local for you to visit. In fact, ​Starbucks​ is conveniently located right on the Parkway for you to stop in and get your favorite caffeinated fix. Their success has just as much to do with their quantity of shops as it is the quality with which they deliver."
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"The only Starbucks game in Gatlinburg, if you HAVE to have it. Arrive early, as the line out the door forms quickly after opening."

Best History Museum in Gatlinburg

Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
4.6 (187 ratings)4 (109 ratings)
Museum commemorating women in basketball at all levels with exhibits, memorabilia & a gift shop.
700 S Hall of Fame Dr, Knoxville, TN 37915, USA
Non-profit organizationSights & LandmarksBasketball courtEvent venueMuseumSports memorabilia storeWedding venueWomen's organizationEducational sitesHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by The Working Mom's Travels
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"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is worth visiting for a few reasons: 1) girl power!. ; 2) it’s home to the world’s largest basketball; 3) the Hall of Fame is a sub-contractor for the Center for Sport, Peace, and Society. The society’s mission is “to use sport to change lives, communities, and the world through teaching, research, and service.” As travelers, how could we not want to support such a mission?"
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is one of the fun things to do in Knoxville, Tennessee. On its rooftop, you’ll see the biggest basketball in the world, making it easily spotted from far away. It’s a great place to get inspired and a spot in the city that sports lovers shouldn’t miss."
Sevier County Heritage Museum
Sevier County Heritage Museum
4.7 (7 ratings)4.5 (6 ratings)
167 Bruce St, Sevierville, TN 37862, USA
MuseumHeritage museumHistory Museums
East Tennessee Historical Society and Museum
East Tennessee Historical Society and Museum
4.8 (374 ratings)4.5 (295 ratings)
Regional history is preserved in permanent & visiting exhibits of artifacts, art & Civil War items.
601 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Historical societyMuseumsGift shopHistory museum
Mentioned by Knoxville 1 day itinerary
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"Just a block away from Market Square and diagonal to the East Tennessee History Center, it’s a great place to start the day with some caffeine and pleasant conversation with your barista. And if you like the neighborhood already, that’s greater than great since you’ll be looping back around to it later in the day."

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Gatlinburg

The Tomato Head
The Tomato Head
4.5 (1830 ratings)
Hip pizza parlor also serves sandwiches, salads & burritos with many vegetarian options.
12 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
American restaurantPizza restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Knoxville 4 days itinerary
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"On our final morning in Knoxville, we had several options for breakfast—Makers donuts and Status Dough being two worthy contenders (and spots you absolutely must try if you have a sweet tooth), in addition to my regular, tried-and-true haunt, Tomato Head—but I can never resist the crepes at French Market, which has relocated from Gay Street to the other side of the square and, ultimately, won out in a battle of the breakfast foods. I still don’t regret that decision one bit!"
Bistro at the Bijou
Bistro at the Bijou
4.5 (512 ratings)
Cozy bistro with a seasonal menu of comfort fare to accompany shows in the attached theater.
807 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
BistroBrunch restaurantHamburger restaurantLunch restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)Vegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Knox Vegan
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"The menu at the Bistro changes pretty regularly, which certainly has its pros and cons—I will forever miss the vegan gingerbread waffles and Hoppin' John that used to grace their menu—but they always have something vegan and are great about making substitutions. Luckily, most of the sides are vegan. When I'm feeling particularly indulgent, I get the flash-fried Brussels sprouts as an appetizer."
Mentioned by tnledger.com
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"Bistro seemingly has it all – history, great food, a cozy and intimate wood-and-brick interior and a hip owner in Martha Boggs. While legions of downtown restaurants have come and gone, Bistro has been an urban staple since 1980. Housed in the fourth-oldest building (circa 1820) in Knoxville, the Bistro offers three seasonal menus featuring locally sourced vegetables and products."
Mentioned by Knoxville News Sentinel
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"Those in search of a meatless meal don't have to exert too much effort sifting through menu selections for suitable items. At Bistro at the Bijou, they have a separate menu for vegetarian and vegan diners. The lunch/dinner lineup runs the gamut, from white truffle fries and a house salad to veggie burgers and a sweet potato kale wrap."
Wild Plum Tea Room
Wild Plum Tea Room
4.3 (236 ratings)
Old-world-style teahouse serving tea, sandwiches & muffins in a rustic mountain setting.
555 Buckhorn Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Lunch restaurantAmerican restaurantGluten-free restaurantRestaurantTea houseVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Gatlinburg 1 day itinerary
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"The Wild Plum Tea Room is an amazing place to have lunch in the Arts & Crafts Community. Named one of the top 10 restaurants in the state of Tennessee, this unique cafe features scratch-made food in an idyllic natural setting. Be sure to make reservations at The Wild Plum at least 24 hours in advance."

Best Diners in Gatlinburg

Courthouse Donuts
Courthouse Donuts
4.7 (238 ratings)
Donuts with many icings & toppings, plus sandwiches, feature at this courthouse-adjacent cafe.
160 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862, USA
Donut shopAmerican restaurantCoffee shopDeliDiner
Denny's
Denny's
3.4 (572 ratings)
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
2480 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
DinerAmerican restaurantBreakfast restaurant
Waffle House
Waffle House
4.2 (984 ratings)
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
256 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantDinerFamily restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant

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