Take your dining experience to the next level by visiting one of the themed restaurants in the Smoky Mountains! This is an exciting opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal while being immersed in a fun and uniquely themed environment! Whether you want to take a virtual journey back to the past, dine like a rock star, or relax among the tropics, you can do it all in the Smokies! Here are 4 themed restaurants in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg you need to experience:
1. Margaritaville
Enjoy a taste of paradise while dining at Margaritaville, a tropical themed restaurant that is inspired by the lyrics and philosophies of Jimmy Buffett! As soon as you enter the front door, you will love the laid back atmosphere and warm colors that transport you to the islands! Don’t miss the opportunity to try the Cheeseburger in Paradise, the mouthwatering signature burger at Margaritaville! You will also find a wide variety of tempting entrees on the menu, including Landshark Lager Fish & Chips, Seafood Mac n Cheese, and Jimmy’s Jammin’ Jambalaya. Finish your meal with a slice of the famous Key Lime Pie that is made from scratch daily!
2. Hard Rock Cafe
Another one of the themed restaurants in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg you need to try is the Hard Rock Cafe! The Pigeon Forge location of this popular chain features 3 unique dining areas with memorabilia from Dolly Parton, Madonna, Jimi Hendrix, and many of your other favorite artists. Some of the collectible items on display include a Taylor Swift vintage lace dress, frayed pants worn by Shania Twain, and a three-tier skirt with rhinestones worn by Dolly Parton. Of course, the musician artifacts are just one of the highlights of the Hard Rock Cafe as the food is also legendary!
3. Bubba Gump Shrimp Shack
Bubba Gump Shrimp Shack is the destination in the Smoky Mountains for shrimp lovers! This restaurant, based upon the restaurant from the hit film Forrest Gump, features a cheerful nautical interior and is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg! The menu features just about every type of shrimp dish imaginable, including Shrimp Po Boys, Shrimp New Orleans, Dumb Luck Coconut Shrimp, and Shrimper’s Heaven! Your non-seafood loving friends can join the fun too with options such as Dixie Style Baby Back Ribs, Forrest’s Surf & Turf, Mama’s Fried Chicken, and Ping Pong Chicken Pasta!
If you end up loving Bubba Gump’s, check out these other seafood restaurants in Gatlinburg!
4. Mel’s Diner
Travel back to the 1950’s with a tasty meal at Mel’s Diner in Pigeon Forge. This family owned and operated restaurant offers a classic 50’s diner experience complete with great American food and a retro atmosphere. Whether you are craving a hearty breakfast meal to start your action packed day in the Smokies or a banana split as a treat, you will find it all on the menu at Mel’s Diner! There is even a cool selection of limited edition t-shirts and other gifts you can purchase to remind you of your vacation to the Smoky Mountains!
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