Are you looking for a great place to grab a bite to eat late at night? There are plenty of spots in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg you can go! While some restaurants close around 9 and 10 p.m., others stay open later into the night to satisfy any cravings. We’ve put together a list of the best Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg restaurants open late below:
1. Ole Red Gatlinburg
Ole Red Gatlinburg is the place to be at night! This Gatlinburg restaurant and entertainment venue stays open late, offering both food and entertainment. Some of the favorites on the Ole Red menu include their Honey Bee Hot Chicken and Waffles, the Stay Country Bar-B-Que Board, Ma's Meatloaf, and the God's Country Rack of Ribs. If you’re interested in hearing music from up and coming country artists while enjoying your late night meal, Ole Red is the place to go!
2. Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings is a family-friendly sports grill. You can enjoy everything from burgers, to award-winning jumbo chicken wings, sandwiches, and ice cold beer. Blue Moose has locations in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge that feature wall-to-wall TVs perfect for watching your favorite sports team play! Some of the most popular burgers include The Big Mushroom Melt, the Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger, and the Bacon Cajun Blue Burger. It's a laidback place to dine and has some of the best food in the area.
3. Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe in Pigeon Forge offers a unique dining experience, with a stylish seating area, a live music stage, and an interactive touch wall that allows you to virtually explore music memorabilia. There are three dining areas with memorabilia from three famous musicians: Dolly Parton, Jimi Hendrix and Madonna. Some of the items you can see throughout the cafe are a three-tier skirt worn by Dolly Parton, a Taylor Swift vintage dress, and frayed pants worn by Shania Twain. It's a great place to catch some music as you enjoy a meal!
4. Gatlinburg Brewing Company
Ready to stretch your legs and kick back after a long drive into town? Gatlinburg Brewing Company is open until midnight daily and one of the top Gatlinburg restaurants open late! Grab a cold one or a craft cocktail to enjoy with your pizza. Gatlinburg Brewing Company serves 10-inch personal create-your-own pizzas in additional to their speciality personal pizzas. They also have a variety of appetizers like cheese sticks and chicken wings. Conveniently located on the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg, it's an easy spot to find once you arrive in the area. There's also a location in Sevierville, but keep in mind that location isn't open as late.
5. Smoky Mountain Brewery
If you're looking for another spot with refreshing beer, there's another great option in the area. Smoky Mountain Brewery has locations in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge that remain open until midnight. The food menu here has everything from sandwiches and subs to burgers, pizzas, and even entrees, making it a great place if you have a picky eater in the group. You have to try one their handcrafted beers made locally! If you fall in love with the beer, you're in luck. Before you leave you can grab some beer to take with you, whether it be bottles, growlers, or even a mini keg.
6. Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
If you’re craving Mexican food, head to Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina in downtown Gatlinburg. This restaurant is known for its delicious food and even better entertainment. Choose to dine at their rooftop bar for great views of downtown, hop on their mechanical donkey, or visit on a Tuesday night for International Dance Night! This Gatlinburg restaurant is open until 11 P.M. on Fridays and Saturdays and 10 P.M. the rest of the week.
7. Mel’s Diner
Mel’s Diner is one of the best restaurants open late in Pigeon Forge. This classic restaurant is open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays and 11 P.M. the rest of the week, except for Sundays when it's closed. Mel’s Diner is budget friendly and serves everything you can expect to find in a 50’s-style diner, like juicy burgers and legendary banana splits. And, breakfast is served all day long! Before you leave, be sure to pick up a Mel’s Diner t-shirt or other souvenir to remind you of what a great time you had in Pigeon Forge.
8. Puckers Sports Grill
Puckers Sports Grill is the best place to go if you want to kick back and enjoy great food and fun! They have pool and dart tournaments, a classic Jukebox, non-stop sports, and a live DJ every night. Some of the favorites on the menu include their WorldFamous Wings and their Tailgate Sampler, which includes boneless wings, mozzarella sticks, cheeseburger sliders, and pretzel bites with a trio of sauces.
More Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg Restaurants
These are just some of the best Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg restaurants that are open late for your convenience. To find out what other great places you can eat at during any time of day, check out our Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg restaurants page.
