Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Maggie Valley

"Built in 1830, this beloved spot is home to one of the oldest continually operating gristmills in the country and one of the most photographed mills in America. Step into the historic setting of the Old Mill Restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner (or all three!) and sample Southern classics like hot biscuits, local sausage, country fried steak, chicken and dumplings and chicken pot pie. For dessert, their homemade pecan pie is a little slice of heaven!"

"A great place to get pancakes in Pigeon Forge is the Old Mill Restaurant. They have classic old-fashioned buttermilk pancakes, and corn grits that were ground by the grist mill on site. There are all kinds of delicious foods you can try, including biscuits and gravy, eggs cooked to order, pork chops, ham, sausage, bacon, omelets, french toast, and so much more."

"Not only is The Old Mill Restaurant one of the best spots in Pigeon Forge for breakfast, it’s been voted one of the top spots in the nation!. Visit this restaurant for the classic Southern breakfast you’ve been craving. Enjoy everything from homemade biscuits, to farm fresh eggs, to stone-ground grits."

"Located right on the main drag in Downtown Gatlinburg, you'll find The Park Grill, another excellent steakhouse option for couples in Gatlinburg. This upscale restaurant features low-lighting, tasteful décor that's inspired by the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As a result, this mountain lodge-style restaurant is perfect for enjoying a delicious steak dinner or a trout feast!"

"Situated near the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The Park Grill is famous for its hickory grilled steaks. This wonderful restaurant features a welcoming wood interior and decorations that are themed around the national park. Popular menu items include the steak, trout, pork shank, pecan chicken, fish and chips, and the creme brulee."

"Park Grill is located right next to the entrance of the Great Smokey Mountain National Park and serves up a taste of the Smokies!. Open for both lunch and dinner this is a great option if looking for food options near the park. Southern inspired appetizers include fried pickles, fries green tomatoes, fries mac and cheese and fried chicken skins."

"The thought of eating warm apple fritters dipped in fresh apple butter, in a scenic farm setting is enough to make anyone set an alarm!. This award winning restaurant offers choices from Pappy’s Farmyard Omelet to Banana Foster Waffle, as well as an amazing kid’s menu with Rainbow Sprinkled Pancakes. Located in the Apple Barn Village with a cider mill, candy factory, and more to explore, Applewood Farmhouse will provide memories for years to come."

"Perhaps the most visited attraction in Sevierville is the Apple Barn Village, with restaurants, shopping, and experiences to please everyone in the family. One of the restaurants there is the Applewood Farmhouse, proudly serving home-style Southern fare in an adorable setting. The most desired item at Applewood Farmhouse is, hands-down, the complimentary apple fritters."

"My friend and I ate there yesterday and we were really glad we did. I had the pecan pancake breakfast with scrambled eggs and bacon. He had the scrambled eggs..."

"The Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre stages zany comedies that are reminiscent of the Carol Burnett Show and Monty Python’s Flying Circus. The Iris Theater at the Gatlinburg Space Needle is another wonderful destination for live entertainment in Gatlinburg. The Iris is currently hosting Impossibilities: An Evening of Magic, Mindreading, and Mayhem."

"On this hike you get the benefit of seeing two Smoky Mountain Waterfalls. The first is the 80 feet high Toms Branch Falls. The park service has installed benches so you can sit and admire the falls."

"For an extraordinary dinner show featuring horses and magic, purchase your tickets for Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede!. A jaw dropping theatrical performance and delicious four course meal will keep the whole family entertained and well fed!. Children under the age of 3 can get in free of charge if they sit on a parent or guardian’s lap during the performance."

"Dolly Parton’s Stampede is an extraordinary dinner show with thirty-two magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders. They will thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and competition, pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry. You will enjoy a barrel full of music, dancing, special effects and family friendly comedy along the way."

"Watch as 32 magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and friendly competition. The show culmina… [+ More]"

"If you’re in the mood for some delicious and authentic Italian cuisine, head to the Best Italian restaurant on the Gatlinburg Parkway. Here, you can order New York style pizzas, golden garlic knots, creamy pasta and more. Customers return to Best Italian year after year for a taste of Italy in the Smoky Mountains."

"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."

"Sherrill’s is one of the best places to get a country-style breakfast in Haywood County—arguably one of the best places in the world to get biscuits and gravy. One of the most recognizable and unique landmarks in Clyde is right across the road, too. Be sure to ask your server for the story behind the Big Gun!"