The Appalachian

All I can say amazing experience. From the host to the bartender/server everything was so pleasant and warm and welcoming! And as with the service the cocktails and then the food was exceptional. Best lamb I have ever had. And the unexpected side of corn bread was heavenly. We also had the burger which was cooked perfectly. Wish we had room left for dessert. If you are in the area this place is worth the visit!

Appalachian Restaurant delivered a wonderful dining experience. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent! Savannah was attentive, friendly, and made us feel well taken care of throughout the evening. What set the experience apart was the head chef personally coming to our table to explain each dish (all locally grown), which added such a thoughtful and personal touch. To top it off, my friend was surprised with a dessert of her choice for her birthday, which made the night even more special. Everyone at the table thoroughly enjoyed their food. We will definitely be back!

Came for our anniversary. The staff at the Appalachian turned our dinner out into an entire experience. They sat us right by the kitchen where we got to witness all the action in the kitchen. We enjoyed everything they put in front of us. The chicken skins we had as an appetizer were delicious and a huge portion. The goat cheese, squash, and candied pecan salad was delicious. For our main, we had perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked steak paired with the mashed potatoes, carrots, and cornbread. If we lived closer we would visit The Appalachian often! Between the atmosphere and delicious food- I would highly recommend a visit to The Appalachian.

Best steak dinner I’ve had in a long time! We stumbled upon this little gem while vacationing with friends in Pigeon Forge. Our waiter Sam was great! He was attentive, friendly and walked us through the menu before we ordered! I had the Hanger Steak $52, and honestly it melts in your mouth! It was delicious!! My hubby had the burger $24, plus our friends had the lamb chops and a steak. We sat outside on the patio and had it all to ourselves! The patio could use some love for sure. Overall an amazing experience. Chef Derek even made the rounds to check in with our table. A very nice touch indeed! Dinner was $150 for 2 with tip.

We celebrated our son’s birthday here last night and the experience was exceptional. From the lamb chops to the hanger steak and the shrimp and grits, everything was delicious! We had a group of thirteen and our server was extremely attentive, helpful and we felt like the only ones in the restaurant. (We weren’t. It was busy as usual) I highly recommend you go for a special occasion or just dinner out one night and experience the wonderful atmosphere, great food and great service at The Appalachian! We have been many times and we plan to go many more!

First things first: Tyler was a phenomenal server. He paced our meal perfectly and provided incredible recommendations. Almost everything we had was at his behest. We asked him questions with obscure answers, and nothing stumped him! He’s obviously very well-trained and overall a very charming server. My family and I had the buffalo frog legs and the smoked bone marrow as starters. Tyler brought us warm towels to clean our hands with after the frog legs. Both dishes were rich in flavor. The bone marrow was the perfect texture, and the frog legs were the most tender I’ve ever had. We had a perfectly balanced cocktail that I remember the name of, but it was like a French 75 with lavender. The picture is attached. For our entrees, we had the hanger steak (holy tenderness, it was good) with the best gnocchi I’ve ever had and the lamb with cheese grits and a blackberry reduction, which was a lovely combination. Our entrees came with some real, southern cornbread, too! For dessert, we grabbed some goat cheese cheesecake to go, because we were so full. At places like this, you often leave hungry, but all of the portions were large, with generous amounts of meat. The cheesecake was amazing, but somehow sweeter than I expected. The berry sauce was sharp and delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone. Every dish is thoughtfully created and plated. The menus are printed out every day based on seasonal availability, so you get to take your menu with you as a keepsake if you’d like to. The first page is a huge list of all of their local partners that they source their ingredients from. There was a huge list of spirits, too. I loved the open kitchen design with the huge, roaring fire for everyone to see. Watching the chefs work like a well-oiled machine was a distinct privilege. If you have some extra cash or something to celebrate, come here! And heed your server’s recommendations: they really know what they’re talking about.

Amazing food! Delicious wood-fired grill smell as you walk in. The shrimp and grits was a mouthwatering dish with the right level of spiciness, and the filet steak was one of the best we’ve had (which is saying a lot!). Their atmosphere is peaceful and upscale. Really glad we found this place!

I stopped in as a quick refuge “mommy only” moment away from the Wilderness at the Smokies & the kiddos. I made my reservation online for 8:45 p.m. (the latest slot), not realizing the place closed at 9 p.m. Nevertheless, I was warmly welcomed & assured my reservation would be honored. My server provided excellent suggestions since it was my first time. My mocktail was something with lemon 🍋. It was so refreshing & not overly sweet, as requested. I tried the chicken skins as my appetizer. It was phenomenal! Crispy w/ notes of salty sweetness due to the glaze. I ordered the trout w/ mashed potatoes & broccolini w/ the bone marrow add on. It came w/ homemade cornbread in its own skillet. Everything was great, but the trout was THE BEST I have ever had in my life! It was well seasoned w/ the skin on (how I love it), cooked over the flame w/ fresh corn, spinach, pecans, & chopped apples. The favor profiles here are mind blowing! The service was great, & the owner & chef stopped by to explain each dish & to ensure my experience was special, even dining alone. I highly recommend the place & I will be back!

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. I would recommend this to everyone. we ate there two nights in a row

Super friendly staff and the food was delicious. Perfect restaurant for our date night. Fast service and received lots of great recommendations from our waitress.

Found a gem in the Smoky Mountains. Dined at The Appalachian in Sevierville, Tennessee. They've got indoor and outdoor dining (that's dog friendly). Upscale establishment with everything farm to table with a menu that changes daily. The GM and executive chef is very involved in operations and visit all the tables. The hostess sat me at the best seat by the kitchen. So much fun to watch the magic happen. They were able to accommodate my dairy allergy. Hard cider, hummus, trout, fries and a complimentary fruit dessert. Staff was constantly at my table with a smile and checking on things. I ordered way too much and they bagged stuff up as I got new dishes and refrigerated it till the end. All dishes were beautifully and creatively plated. Everything zinged. Likely the best meal and experience I've had in 2025 globally. Will come back to do the tasting menu. They need two business days to prepare as there's one sitting. Free parking is abundant. Cute and safe area. Lovely art indoors.

I have been excited to get to this place for quite a while and time had finally allowed for it! Unfortunately, we're coming in around a 4/5, and I'm talking myself out of a 3/5 because I really enjoyed a lot of the experience above some of the things that occurred during our specific visit. As far as the inside goes, the vibe was great. We got a frontside view to the chefs in action - and it was awesome to watch the process play out, kind of gave you the experience you'd imagine after watching "The Bear" without all the swearing, ha! The food itself aside from anything I go into below was exactly as I had hoped for, with the standouts being the chicken skins for the app and the chicken for the main (at least for me!). The drinks were good as well, aside from the notes below. So...let's get into it. After having a frontside seat to watch it all it made it easy for a spectator to devise their own theory over what happened. For us, every drink took 10-15 minutes to return, and the delay from appetizer to the main course was at least 55 minutes. We normally understand that things take a while, but we sat and watched our dishes be fully prepared and sit ready to be given for 25 minutes. When we got them, they were warmer hot, not fresh hot. Again, for the price point you hope to receive these things as they come out - especially after all the effort that was made to make them. We were compensated for the mains and given a free dessert - but at that point we were somewhat over the wait. My theory is that due to not having folks only staffed to serve the food once it goes out that the waiting staff is overworked to perform double duty and get overwhelmed managing between the bar and food spots to serve out. I mean no ill will in the above - again, we had plenty of time to observe and really want to be able to come back here to this place thriving - make sure these chefs who are killing it back there get their product out to the people sooner! We will likely come back once more if we're ever in the area. SYOY!

I came in hungry and left spiritually fulfilled. This place served me a roasted chicken so perfectly golden and crispy, I briefly considered proposing to it. If poultry could talk, this one would whisper, "You're welcome." And the potatoes dumplings? Fluffy little carb clouds of joy. Somewhere between Grandma's kitchen and divine intervention, these dumplings were born to hug your soul. Service was so friendly, I felt like I was eating at my aunt's house -- if my aunt was a trained professional and not prone to gossip. I'll be back. Probably too soon. Possibly with a bib and zero shame.

While on vacation to Gatlinburg I had to itch my fine dining urges. This place was perfect, we had a cute table on the patio and since we were also celebrating my birthday we had a customized birthday menu with my name and a sweet message which was a really nice touch. They were pretty busy but the food was well worth the wait. I loved the attention to detail the plating and their unique menu items like bone marrow and buffalo frog legs lol!! Their drinks were sweet and strong and our waiter treated us so so well. I would definitely recommend The Appalachian to anyone wanting to elevate their vacation!! This is definitely a date night spot so have your gentlemen take care of it

I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Appalachian in Sevierville, and it was an absolutely outstanding experience from start to finish. The moment I walked in, I was welcomed by warm, attentive service that set the tone for the entire meal. Every staff member I encountered was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure guests had a great time. The atmosphere is another highlight--comfortable, inviting, and beautifully designed. It strikes a perfect balance between rustic charm and modern comfort, making it an ideal place to relax and enjoy a great meal whether you're celebrating or simply treating yourself. And of course, the food was the star of the evening. Their farm-to-table approach really shines through in every dish. The ingredients tasted incredibly fresh, and each plate was thoughtfully crafted with a mix of Appalachian tradition and elevated culinary creativity. Every bite felt intentional and full of flavor. Overall, The Appalachian exceeded my expectations in every way. If you're in the Sevierville area and want a memorable dining experience with top-tier service, a cozy atmosphere, and exceptional farm-to-table cuisine, this restaurant is a must-visit. I'm already looking forward to going back.

The.Most.Recommended.Restuarant.in freaking all of Tennessee!? Yes, it's true. We came in here after a day at Dollywood which was super fun and we weren't ready for the great day to end. Well, this place just elevated our experience to another level. Lamb and Elk Filet were so delicious and they served us a complimentary corn bread that could have charged $50 for it was so yummy! Plus, their drinks are top notch. We would go back in a heartbeat. Highly recommend for an elevated dining experience in Gatlinburg/ Sevierville!

I thought everything was excellent! Food, cocktails, atmosphere and service! Portions are large. The bone marrow app was delicious, though I would have liked a little more marrow. Our server was great and so was the manager. Excellent option in an area with tons of bad eating options. Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge Tennessee is a cultural wasteland The Appalachian is a much needed oasis.

Came here for dinner and was blown away by the flavor profile Pros: - The pork belly, fisherman's stew, and shrimp & grits were seasoned very well - The trout was okay, the garnishes definitely made the dish more palatable - Very friendly and cognizant staff - The portion sizes for the apps were essentially the same as the main entrees - amazing - Parking is across the street in the public parking lot Cons: - Cornbread was okay

Run don't walk to this restaurant! This was hands down one of the best meals I've had! Everything was excellent - cocktails, food, service! Amber, our server was so wonderful and made thoughtful suggestions based on what we liked and checked on us often. The food was so good! We started with the bone marrow which was so flavorful and each little bite with a peppercorn and shallot was just perfection. And if you think you like fried chicken, then you will love the fried chicken skins, served with hot honey and the perfect little tangy peppers. Steaks grilled so soft inside with a great crispy grill on the outside. We also loved the carrots, kale and potato cakes. Wish I lived closer or visited more often. Will have to find an excuse to come back. Worth every penny and everyone was so kind!

The tomahawk was absolutely delicious. Cooked to perfection. Service was good. They could have been a little more attentive. We had the frog legs as an appetizer. They were okay. Tasted like a very breaded wing. The buttermilk ranch is so yummy. The shrimp and grits lacked seasoning. The steak stole the show. We will be back. The bone came with us. Overall very good

My husband and I went here looking for a nice Fancy restaurant and we were not disappointed!! The food was immaculate, the service was great. You could really tell the staff took pride in their work. I loved the fact that it is farm to table and you could see what farms they source from. We will definitely be returning!!!

Seriously, a new favorite! Hubby and I visit this area about once a year, and we have several favorite stops. Favorite shopping, favorite sites, and favorite restaurants. On most trips, we always have at least one really nice dinner out. This time a restaurant we visited last year did not have any reservations available, so having read some good reviews on the Appalachian, and went online and reserved here. wow. All the way around wow. Really interesting pimento cheese appetizer, a great quail entrée on grit cakes that were outstanding. Hubby had the fillet and he only needed a butter knife, and sometimes not even that. We were so full, but enjoyed dinner so much - We got a blueberry cobbler dessert to go. definitely, this place is a new favorite. Don't tell anybody else or it'll get too crowded, OK?

My husband and I dined at the Appalachian last weekend. I must say it was a restaurant that exceeded our expectations. So good in fact we dined there twice! The selection of bourbons and appetizers set the stage for an enjoyable meal. We tried the mussels and fried chicken skin. You won't be disappointed. We enjoyed the hanger steak and shrimp and grits the first visit. I often order shrimp and grits and these were exceptional. The second night we had the dry aged Kansas City Strip and the trout. Both worthy of another visit. The goat cheese cheesecake and pot de creme we had for dessert was delicious. The service was great. The manager was on the ball and the chef even came around and spoke to us and other diners. The bar area is warm and inviting while the restaurant has a more modern atmosphere. Both were good choices to dine. They also have a nice patio. Don't miss trying this gem.

This place is just outside of Pigeon Forge and away from the touristy area. It's a clean and simple place that still feels upscale. The smell of wood smoke is a nice smell. I had the Elk Loin and Potato Cakes. My wife had the lamb chops. I'd never had elk before, and it was delicious. I had mushrooms added, too. The potato cakes don't sound like much, but they were fantastic. For dessert, we got the goat cheese cheesecake. It may not sound good to some, but it was awesome. I recommend it completely. The service was very good and pleasant. Do it!

Wowzy wow wow. I love the food. Beyond my expectations. Mariah , awesome.. talked me into trout...so good. Hubby had hanger steak. Medium rare next time. Deeeelicious. Again soon!

Great experience for our anniversary. A great bone-in steak and smoked old fashion.

Would like to rate them as a 3.5, We have a love-hate relationship with the Appalachian. One day the steaks are phenomenal and the next day they're so-so. But the prices remain very high compared to any other place in the area or even in the city of Knoxville. The servers are always fantastic, and the manager is great, but the quality of the steaks varies from mediocre to fantastic. They have a great drink menu for wine (reds are great; white- not so much), beer, and spirits. The only thing missing from the menu is extremely obvious for a steakhouse and that is that they do not offer a baked potato.

To begin with, our servers are always absolutely amazing. They are kind and knowledgeable. The bone marrow is fantastic but the other food verges on being expected, sometimes messily presented, and overall lacking imagination. The bone marrow is fantastic and we have gone back before just for that dish. However. The restaurant is routinely severely understaffed. We have waited as long as fifteen minutes before even getting a drink order in and another ten minutes past that to get our drinks. The hostess stand is often unmanned during peak hours and the maitre d' is utterly lacking in professionalism, especially considering the apparently intended fine dining experience. Our food has been lukewarm in the way food left under a heating lamp is. My husband's steak was overcooked and cool by the time we got it. None of this was the fault of our servers, but it seems the front of house is lacking in sufficient waitstaff and the back of house struggles to get food out in a timely fashion. We have high hopes this restaurant can improve but for the time being we likely will not return.

Second time eating here and it hasn't let us down yet. The ambiance definitely screams date night or high end business meeting. The service we recreceived was fantastic. Our waitress even provided the history of the ddowntown area which was really cool. We went all out and tried multiple things from frog legs (which were pretty filling), to bone marrow. The entire experience was great and the food was amazing. The only complaint I had was the $12 butter wasn't that great on my steak.

This restaurant is delicious. The was our second visit and we loved it more than the first time. I don't give 5 stars to restaurants often based on the quality of the food, but this one deserves it. The service was also excellent.

Celebrated with dinner here, great appetizer, and the trout was amazing! My husband got a burger with an inch thick patty he said it was the top 3 best burger he's ever had. We had a great service, and the dinning room was warm from the wood fired stove! Super cool and delicious spot, all really fresh food!

Special occasion dinner for my husbands birthday. The personalized touch they added to the nightly menu was nice and unexpected. It was a cool and rainy night and the ambiance within the restaurant was exactly what was needed an such a night. Each table has a candle and flower vase for a little elegant touch. Our server was very informative about the nightly selections and menu options. The frog legs surprisingly have a more delicate flavor than chicken and were not as chewy as I thought they'd be. The shrimp and grits with sausage were filling and delicious, the shrimp were very large and cooked to perfection. I do not eat fish but the trout was very delicate and flavorful, my husband absolutely devoured it. The goat cheese cheese cake was amazing and had pistachio and blackberry to balance the flavor and texture. The French press coffee was some of the best coffee I've ever had and I wish I would have asked if they sold it. If you're looking for a nice dinner in a slower paced restaurant where you don't feel rushed to get through dinner but have the ability to savor each and every course this is the place to go.

After reading the rave reviews, my boyfriend and I were excited to take my sister here for her birthday but we left feeling disappointed. The food was good but I wouldn't say it was amazing. The ribeye we ordered was rare rather than medium rare plus in the middle yet the edges were burnt and very well done. The steak was so cool in the center that the extra "special" butter we paid $10 for did not even melt. The menu had unique items which we tried but we would not go back for. The bone marrow was tasty but there was so little marrow, you could hardly spread it on two slices of bread, let alone the four pieces they served with it. The service was adequate. Our server was friendly but he often disappeared for long periods of time and our dining experience took over three hours. When we asked to move from the front table next to the kitchen with the raging fire, which was extremely hot, the manager seemed annoyed with us. Even after moving, the restaurant was uncomfortably hot, to the point that we were fanning ourselves with the cheap paper menus we were offered, to try to keep cool. The chairs were horrible! They were basically the same type of chairs you find at The Cracker Barrel (wood with no cushions) and after sitting for three hours, all of our backs were hurting. I can see they are trying to offer a unique experience and I give them props for that but with the prices so high, a bit of five star service should be included in that price. Sitting at Cracker Barrel style tables and chairs while eating a $100 steak just doesn't feel right. This restaurant would do much better with comfortable chairs and linens on the tables that are actually crumbed after each course. Leaving pieces of fried chicken skins on the table, after the appetizers have been cleared is what you would expect at Cracker Barrel where the entrees cost $17 as opposed to $100 plus. We were in town from FL, visiting my sister for her birthday and I'm glad my sister felt special but I would not go back, again. It's not worth the money. Oh, and on top of all that, they clearly have NO IDEA what a cobbler is. The server told us it was going to be blueberry cobbler, but instead, we received a piece of dense cake that had a few blackberries on the bottom of it. I've never had such horrible cobbler in my life. The only thing that made it edible was the ice cream that it came with. The chef that came to our table looked highly unprofessional. He looked like a line cook at Denny's rather than a chef at an upscale restaurant. I've worked in plenty of five star restaurants and I've never seen a chef look so unkempt when approaching a table. Needless to say, I would not recommend this restaurant for the money. Hopefully the owner will see this review and make some changes to match the prices.

Went here with a large group for a bachelorette dinner and had a wonderful time! The food was absolutely amazing. The cocktails were unique and well crafted. We had very friendly service that truly hit the mark and made us all feel welcome. Also, the whiskey selection is insane! If I'm ever in the area again I will be back!!

The restaurant is way out of the tourist area of Pigeon Forge and is farm to table. Reservations are a must! The food was impeccable and the ambiance is punctuated with interesting art pieces that mimic kaleidoscope images. The seating allows for the illusion of privacy, which is very nice. Great drink selection and the Smoky Old Fashion is a must! This was our second time eating here and will definitely make it a third time! The staff is very knowledgeable, warm and inviting, and possess the skills of knowing exactly when to stop and check in on you.

Overall a wonderful dining experience! Highly recommend if you are looking for locally sourced culinary experience. The service was phenomenal and our mains were delicious, well cooked, and well priced for the quality. Cornbread, served to each table with every meal was okay. Definitely could use more dimension, it was just alright as is. Some spicy, sweet, anything. Blueberry pistachio cheesecake was very tasty and had a lovely flavor profile. Big bonus that desserts are made in house, a detail so many places fault on. If I were to be very picky I would have liked a finer chop on the pistachios in the cheesecake crust and a smoother texture for the cheesecake itself. Additionally, I'd prefer not to see the correction comments from the head of house to wait staff. This should be done out of sight from the guests, however it proved attention to detail is important for this place. And we were seated close to the window (which was fun to see the wood fire cooking!) so our location likely played a role in what we were able to hear and see.

This would have been a 4 or 4.5 but the service pushed it over the top. Our server was great! There were lots of things that sounded good and we weren't sure what we wanted between a few things. He shared the lamp chops were the best of the options we were thinking about and also added that it was enough for 2 meals, so we split it. We also got 3 sides and the fried green tomatoes. Tomato's we're great. Cut thin, good breading and great sauces on top. My BF loved the chops. Even the grits which I'm not usually a fan of, were really good. The mashed potatoes although simple tasted amazing. The asparagus was super fresh. I wouldn't personally get the carrots again and sadly the corn bread wasn't amazing. We also had several of their craft cocktails and enjoyed them. We'd definitely come back if we lived here. If you're looking for upscale food (note no need to dress up unless you want to), definitely check this place out!!!

Service was great! Food was phenomenal! I definitely had a reservation, because of how highly reviewed this place is. I was not disappointed one bit...we will definitely be back. Have you ever gone to a restaurant and even if the food is good your stomach isn't happy for some reason? Well, maybe I just have stomach issues, but this food is so clean it didn't happen here. I had no stomach issues what so ever!!! Everything was beyond fresh...as if the cow was just butchered in the back sorry for the visual! It was that fresh!!! I'm not a huge fan of steak, but by golly will I be getting steak here again! Never had steak this tender in my life...and I've been to several "over the top" restaurants! From Cali, Texas, to Florida... Y'all really need to come here at least once, you will not be disappointed!!!

This is a lovely little steakhouse in Sevierville, and definitely worth the drive if you're staying in either Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. We dined here on the last night of our trip, and definitely recommend The Appalachian to anyone looking for something a little fancier while still enjoying some delicious Southern fare. The restaurant wasn't too busy when we arrived, although I always recommend a reservation just in case! Our server was so sweet and knowledgeable, explaining their amazing farm-to-table process before we placed our order. It's always a great feeling to support a local business that's in turn supporting local suppliers! We skipped appetizers this time around, although they all sounded tasty! My husband and I shared the 18 oz. Dry Aged Kansas City Strip, with sides of buttermilk mashed potatoes and grilled broccolini. We also added on the grilled shrimp, which ended up being a perfect amount of food for two people. The mashed potatoes were my favorite bite of the night ... so creamy and just a little tangy from the buttermilk. I could've eaten a whole plate of them! The steak was cooked to our liking, but didn't have much of that dry aged flavor to it that we've enjoyed at other restaurants. My mother-in-law ordered the hanger steak entree and allowed me to try a bite, and I actually preferred that to our steak. It was served with this deliciously fluffy gnocchi and a decadent gravy sauce. We shared the goat cheese cheesecake and the brown butter bourbon chewy cake for dessert, both of which were phenomenal. These are two very unique desserts that you won't find anywhere else in the Gatlinburg area, and the chewy cake in particular is topped with a black pepper ice cream that's out-of-this-world! The manager (or owner?) stopped by our table to thank us as we were wrapping up our meal, which is always appreciated. We definitely recommend The Appalachian to anyone looking for some delicious, Southern-inspired food - whether you're a local or a tourist!

Food and service was outstanding! The buffalo frog legs are life changing! Everything was so fresh- visit the Dolly statue in town then come relax with great food and a drink!

The service was amazing, so was the food, and ambiance. We got the chicken skins appetizer, along with the bone marrow, and then my wife got the duck entree while I got the hanger steak. Both were delicious. The hanger steak was my favorite bite of the meal. The atmosphere was a contemporary take on Appalachian culture. I loved the idea and the art. The chairs were not very comfortable, and the chicken skins were somewhat hard to eat. I would have preferred them be smaller bites, with more of the hot honey drizzled. But all in all an amazing experience.

Was looking forward to this restaurant after reading the reviews. What a disappointment! The hostess needs to learn how to spread customers out. We were the first customers in the restaurant. Next customer was seated across the room. Third customer was seated behind us with screaming kids. Food was undercooked. They made another dish, but I didn't eat it. Kitchen staff (at any restaurant) is notorious for spitting in food if there is a complaint. Chairs uncomfortable. Our server was attentive & cordial.

FANTASTIC dinner! Steak cooked perfectly, mushrooms flavor OMG, and cornbread, come on!! Loved my dinner, and absolutely recommend this place! Good bourbon selection, and decent wines to choose from. Absolutely recommend!

Always the highest quality and great service. We enjoy the casual atmosphere with upscale menu.

We are from St. Louis and we took a trip to Tennessee for our wedding anniversary. We looked around for a restaurant to visit for our anniversary dinner, and settled on The Appalachian after reading so many great reviews. We were seated in an open dining space with a view of the kitchen which was so cool!! The atmosphere is elegant without feeling overly fancy. The decor is from local artists, which was a nice touch! The food... OMG. Farm-to-table meant super fresh ingredients! We ordered frog legs for the appetizer and it felt so weird to eat frog legs in a nicer establishment lol! But they were so delicious. I ordered the duck breast because I love duck, and it did not disappoint. It was crusty, melty, savory... My husband ordered the Hanger Steak and I couldn't decide if I liked his dish or mine better! We ordered a spot of whiskey and it perfectly complimented our dinner. Our waitress was so kind and friendly, and wished us a Happy Anniversary which was so thoughtful. Unfortunately I do not remember her name. We will definitely return to The Appalachian when we return to Tennessee!

The food was great! Well provided portions, and so much flavor. The steak was tender and cooked perfectly. The potato cakes were ok, we didn't want to fill up on those, but rather enjoy the rest. The complimentary cornbread was sweet and wonderful! The service was good, it was busy so not overly waited on. The scene was in the most vacant places in the area, which we liked, not touristy at all. We did have to wait 15 minutes past our reservation time to be seated, and another 10 minutes to meet our waitress.

They've upped their game since the opening. Two very strong recent visits and the menu is innovative and quite tasty! The Buffalo Frog legs, wow, oh, wow, so good! The duck just as good as before, the burgers, fresh and cooked as ordered. Gone are the problem dishes of the past. The service has improved, efficient, and pleasant, the drinks and wine, still fantastic! Everyone I've brought here has loved it! Thankfully the Appalachian has endured during hard times, a sign that the chef and the kitchen staff has found its groove.

I am so really bummed out right now. I just ordered like a $20 plus burger and they put two slices of American cheese on top of it. I don't even think that's cheese. I'm really disappointed. I don't understand a restaurant that puts a $60-$120 piece of meat on the menu and then put two slabs of American cheese on it. I'm sorry it's just wrong. they said farm a table. I don't think so. Very disappointing.

Took my wife there for her birthday and the food was amazing! The drinks were excellent and the service was top notch. Beautiful decor, with a huge wood fired grill in an open kitchen. This hidden gem did not disappoint. Highly recommended!!

Our family had the opportunity of enjoying dinner on May 22, 2025, seven of us from VA and GA. The food was amazing, the mussels were enormous, and the fried chicken skins very unexpected, the porterhouse steaks were so very big, that the left overs went back with us for steak and eggs in the morning, The staff was delightful, especially our server Sam, the manager or owner was very attentive as well. The drinks and the wine were delightful. If you have the opportunity don't miss it. Thank you for and unforgettable experience. Ambiance was lovely, not fussy, but comfortable and gracious.

I can't say enough about our experience at The Appalachian this evening. Both, our food and service, were outstanding. If you are looking for somewhere to go for a special occasion or just a really nice evening out, this is the place to be. Our waiter, Sam, was very attentive and so nice. We've been to the area many times over the years, but this was our favorite meal by far.

We were looking for an upscale steakhouse in the Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge area. We used Google and The Appalachian was one of the recommendations. After looking at their website, we decided to make a reservation for 5pm. We decided to come at 4pm and have some pre-dinner cocktails. The restaurant is in downtown Sevierville. It is a hidden gem. We were very pleased with the ambiance. It is an open kitchen concept with a wood grill. The service was impeccable. Everyone was polished and professional. Our server Ben was very knowledgeable and he made excellent recommendations. We would give this restaurant 10 stars if we could.

Wanted to take my husband here for a special dinner. The waiter was amazing and so helpful but the food was just okay. For me, my husband, and our 9 year old it was $300 after tip. That was including a couple drinks each and an appetizer. I just don't feel like the taste of the food matches the price.

Liza our waitress was amazing, funny, warm and knowledgeable about the menu. The food as always so good. The drinks were right on.

Ordered med rare KC strip steak. Was medium. Wife ordered medium rib eye was medium rare. Steaks cooked on wood fire were not to our liking. Steaks were not juicy. Spent $240 for two people (two glasses of wine, no appetizers and pay extra for sides) which didn't match the quality and service. Yes, we were asked if the steaks were ok, but only after we already ate a 1/3. A good steak house would ask us to cut into steaks when they arrived and waited to make sure we were happy. Free Corn bread was not sweet so we didn't eat it. Large space in restaurant was nice, but no real fun atmosphere. Bottom line the cost of dinner did not equal value received.

We loved every thing about this restaurant! First It's located in the old historic part of seiverville away from the touristy area of pigeon forge. The service was great, our waitress was knowledgeable about the menu and answered our questions and gave some recommendations, and she checked on us throughout our meal making sure everything was perfect. The chef is a genius, he's creative and his food is amazing! He uses local farms & the top quality purveyors in the area and he actually lists them (his partners) on the menu, I love this! So now the food, We started with pork belly, perfectly crispy outside, melt in your mouth amazing! Served with a homemade pepper relish that was sweet not hot, and it worked perfect with the pork. My sister had the Filet Mignon and it was cooked perfectly and also melted in your mouth so tender and beefy deliciousness! I had the Rainbow trout which was mild and so good served with a topping of diced apples and peaches, pecans and kale with light wine sauce, again amazing! We ordered the buttermilk mashed potatoes and crispy Brussels sides and both were delicious. So we were stuffed and had to order desserts to go lol, we had the goat cheese cheesecake with blueberry glaze which was delicious and the Brown butter bourbon chewy cake served with candied walnuts and blackberry creme fraiche and Black pepper ice cream! Yes you read that right! Black pepper ice cream!I'm sorry for using Amazing again but it was absolutely Amazing! Did I mention the chef is a creative genius!!! I promise you everything on this menu is fantastic and highly recommended this establishment

me and my wife came here on a little weekend get away, not sure what all the negative reviews are about but this place went above and beyond expectations. great service, some of the best food I've ever had in a amazing atmosphere. I got a steak, my wife had the chicken, we got an appetizer and a desert all for under $160. great value for the excellent experience.