Gatlinburg, Tennessee may very well be the pancake capital of the world. It seems that everywhere you turn in Gatlinburg, you find a new pancake restaurant, not that we’re complaining! Here at Visit My Smokies we love pancakes, and we think that the fierce flapjack competition in Gatlinburg has produced some of the best hotcakes in the country. If you’re looking for the perfect breakfast destination, be sure to check out these 4 Gatlinburg pancake restaurants worth getting out of bed for:
1. Pancake Pantry
As the oldest pancake house in the state of Tennessee, the Pancake Pantry has had a long time to perfect its recipes. Located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, this favorite among Gatlinburg pancake restaurants still uses fresh whipped cream, real butter, and the very best ingredients. The result? A stack of flapjacks that is guaranteed to make your mouth water. Offering dozens of different types of pancakes, Pancake Pantry has something for everyone. Of course, you can’t go wrong with their Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pancakes, but we suggest branching out to try a pancake you’re unlikely to find anywhere else, such as the Sugar 'N Spice Pancakes (made with cinnamon and sweet spices), Sweet Potato Pancakes, or their Austrian Apple-Walnut Crepes.
2. Log Cabin Pancake House
If you’re looking for something a few blocks away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown strip, you’ll love the Log Cabin Pancake House. This quaint restaurant is full of genuine country charm, with some of the friendliest service you’ll find anywhere. Guests can expect hearty helpings and a varied pancake selection, along with other breakfast and lunch fare. Standout menu items include Pigs in a Blanket (link sausages wrapped in a pancake blanket), Log Cabin Cornmeal Pancakes, and the Pancake Royale (topped with banana wedges and a cream cheese sauce). It’s easy to see why the Log Cabin is one of the top Gatlinburg pancake restaurants!
3. Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin
With 3 different Gatlinburg pancake restaurants throughout town, you are never too far away from a Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin. Founded in 2001, Flapjack’s serves up old fashioned pancakes inspired by the hotcakes the owner’s grandmother used to make. Anyone with a serious sweet tooth will love Flapjack’s Reese’s Peanut Butter Pancakes, made with chocolate chip pancakes topped with crumbled Reese's Cups, chocolate syrup, and whipped cream. The Sticky Bun Pancakes are cinnamon swirled pancakes blended with pecans and topped with cream cheese icing. Any of the pancakes at Flapjack’s can be ordered gluten free, making this restaurant ideal if one of your family members has an allergy or is on a diet.
4. Crockett's Breakfast Camp
Crockett's Breakfast Camp isn't only one of the best Gatlinburg pancake restaurants; it's also one of the most unique! The pancakes, which they call griddle cakes, are thick and fluffy, making them truly one-of-a-kind. Get them plained topped with whipped butter and warm maple syrup or try the griddle cakes with toppings like chocolate chips, fresh strawberries, warm blueberry or blackberry compote, or even Georgia pecans. If you're feeling adventurous try the Cinnamon Roll Swirl Pancakes, the Hogs in a Blanket, or the Buckwheat Fruit & Nut Pancakes. Beyond the pancakes, the Giant Cinnamon Rolls at Crockett's are an absolute must!
You can't go wrong enjoy some flavorful flapjacks at these Gatlinburg pancake restaurants! Looking for more great breakfast restaurants in town? Be sure to check out our complete listing of restaurants in Gatlinburg!
