Steakhouses
2 Options Across the Smokies
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Food / Steak
From the legendary Peddler Steakhouse above a mountain creek to classic family steakhouses along the Pigeon Forge Parkway, the Smokies corridor has options for every kind of steak night. Hand-cut prime beef, prime rib, and full steakhouse sides are all within reach.
Year-round. Peak dinner season is July through October. Winter is the most relaxed time to visit with walk-in availability most nights.
Reservation confirmation. Appetite. The sides at Smokies steakhouses, particularly salad bars and baked potatoes, are often as good as the main.
Ribeye is the most popular at most Smokies steakhouses for flavor. Filet is the tenderness choice. Prime rib is available as a nightly special at most spots and is always worth asking about.
Fall foliage season (October) and summer weekends require reservations at the best steakhouses. The Peddler in particular should be booked at least a week ahead.
Many steakhouses rotate daily specials on a chalkboard. Prime rib, local trout, and featured cuts change daily. Ask before ordering from the menu.
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Insider Tips
Getting There and Parking
The Peddler is at 820 River Rd, Gatlinburg, off the main strip with dedicated parking. Pigeon Forge steakhouses are along the Parkway with standard strip parking. Plan 10-15 extra minutes for parking during peak evening hours.
A great steak dinner at The Peddler is the go-to celebratory meal in the Smokies. Let them know when you book if it's a birthday or anniversary.
Groups that include serious steak enthusiasts should go straight to The Peddler. Groups with mixed tastes may prefer a broader menu option where one person can have steak while others have other choices.
Happy hour at some Smokies bars and grills includes steak specials at a fraction of the dinner price. Ask at your cabin about current happy hour deals at nearby spots.
The Peddler Steakhouse is the near-universal answer. It has served hand-cut steaks in a creek-side setting since 1976 and remains one of the top dining experiences in the entire region.
Prime rib is a nightly special at The Peddler and is available until sold out. Arrive earlier in the evening to ensure it is still available.
Reservations are strongly recommended at The Peddler and other upscale steakhouses during peak season. Walk-ins are sometimes possible early in the week or in shoulder season.
Entrees at upscale steakhouses run $35-65 for a main course. Full dinner with sides, drinks, and dessert typically runs $60-90 per person at The Peddler.
Yes. The Pigeon Forge Parkway has family steakhouse options at lower price points. Western Sizzlin in the corridor is a more casual option for larger groups on a budget.
Most high-end Smokies steakhouses source USDA Prime or Choice beef from regional or national suppliers. Locally-raised beef is available at some farm-to-table spots but not the norm at traditional steakhouses.
Finish dinner at The Peddler and be back at the cabin in 20 minutes. Vantage cabins are strategically located for easy access to the best dining in the corridor.
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