Best Vegan Restaurants in Townsend

"The common belief is that Italians invented pizza, but its origin goes back to ancient times in the Middle East. Babylonians, Israelites, Egyptians, Armenians, Greeks and Romans, and other ancient cultures ate flat, unleavened bread cooked in mud ovens. The word "pizza" was first documented in 997 AD in Gaeta, Italy, and successively in different parts of Central and South Italy."

"Hummus and pretzel bites are other starter options and there’s a decent beer selection to wash it all down. Salads are also stars at the Mellow Mushroom and they’ll fix them up to your specifications, with a plethora of vegetables and plant-friendly options to choose from. Vegetarians will love the Veggie Calzone and customize an awesome pizza pie — vegan for veggie style."

"Vegan and vegetarian options are pretty plentiful in this laid-back and friendly pizza place. They have vegan cheese so you can gobble up a pizza topped with fresh veggies and there’s also hummus and pita to snack on to your healthy heart’s content."

"Mellow Mushroom is a favorite for those with special dietary needs with two locations in the Smokies: One in Gatlinburg and one in Pigeon Forge. Special gluten-free pizza offerings include The Ultimate Mellow (basically everything but the kitchen sink, and gluten of course), Mighty Meat, Veg Out, Kosmic Karma and a BYO (build your own) option. A gluten-free brownie is also available if you are able to save room for dessert after all of that pizza."

"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."

"Enjoy the famous breakfast bar at Shoney’s Family Restaurant during your stay in Pigeon Forge!. This buffet contains all of your breakfast favorites, including scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home-fried potatoes, southern style grits, muffins, buttermilk biscuits, and fresh fruit!. Along with a delicious breakfast, you can count on Shoney’s Family Restaurant to provide plenty of southern hospitality with your meal!"

"Shoney’s is a combination of a sit down restaurant and Pigeon Forge buffet. Guests can order off the menu, or help themselves to the all-you-can-eat selection that varies daily. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this Pigeon Forge buffet will cure any hunger cravings you and your family might have."

"Blake Shelton wanted to keep his vegan and vegetarian fans happy. There’s great live music and some equally great vegan and veggie options. They serve an Impossible Burger and Impossible Chili here and vegetarians can stick with fried pickles, green tomatoes and their biscuits are awesome."

"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."

"Take a break from your busy sightseeing schedule in Gatlinburg with a stop at Dude’s Daiquiris. This fun bar is located within the Mellow Mushroom pizza restaurant and is nicknamed the “Moonshine Lounge” as a nod to the mountains’ past exploits!. While kicking back on a bar stool with your favorite drink, enjoy the people watching opportunities of folks strolling down the streets of downtown Gatlinburg!"