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Apple Valley Cafe

3.8 (219 reviews)
ModerateCafes, Bakeries
Closed • 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Touristy
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids

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Wendi S.

5 Stars - A Must-Stop in Townsend! We traveled down to Townsend, TN from Cincinnati, OH with Dazie, our 1954 CHEV 3100 truck, for the Smoky Mountain Nationals 2025 and stumbled upon Apple Valley Mountain Village & Café--and we're so glad we did! From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. The weather was damp and chilly, but the food here brought the warmth we needed. I had the chili and cornbread--spicy, hearty, and just the right kind of comfort food for a mountain day. Our son, whose appetite is the stuff of legend, devoured the Wagyu Beef Burger with a side of twisty fries--both top notch. And let's talk about the highlight: the Apple Pie Pocket. Hot, flavorful, and absolutely unforgettable. We joked we could live off of those all weekend (and we meant it). One of our favorite quirky touches? Caroline the Condiment Cow. Yes, she exists. And yes, she made us smile. This place has character, heart, and great food. It's now officially Dazie Approved. We'll be back!

Kristi G.

You walk in and place your order at the counter , they give you a number and bring your order out to you. Drinks and coffee are self serve. Food was ok. The biscuits were nice and fluffy but everything else was about "fast food" quality. Employee was nice and it's very clean. Sausage gravy tasted like nothing but flour. Paid $21.00 for 1 biscuit and gravy, a bacon egg and cheese biscuit and 2 drinks. Prices are high for some things and super low for others. They have a little seating inside and quite a bit of seating outside.

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Lexy D.

Great experience here! Top notch service with friendly staff. I had to change my daughter's diaper here and there was a changing table for me to use in the bathroom (not at every place unfortunately). The prices were extremely reasonable. Food tasted fresh and not too heavy. Wish it wasn't our last day or else I would be running back for another meal!

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Clark T.

Hot food, tasty and very nice front porch to eat breakfast with our fur baby. Service was wonderful, and the diner has a great country atmosphere. Buy a fried pie!!

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Sarah B.

Really good little cafe. Our visit was for lunch, and hubby enjoyed a great burger while I enjoyed a yummy chicken salad sandwich. Hubby got sidewinder fries, puffy potato small wedges that are crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside. My sandwich was served on grilled sourdough, and it was a large sandwich stuffed full. Complex has a cute general store to browse afterwards and a sporting goods store adjacent. Definitely worth a stop in charming Townsend!

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2 years ago

Been there twice and both times the food was amazing. The service was also great. Very friendly. It was clean! Definitely recommend it.

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2 years ago

Great smash burger and chicken salad sandwich. The fried apple pie is to die for. We'll be back.

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3 years ago

There chicken salad was pretty good and friendly staff. The ambiance was nice they had a good outdoor patio.

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3 years ago

We have stopped for breakfast a few times. The food is always amazing. The fried apple pies are totally worth the calories!

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4 years ago

Stopped in for breakfast on the way into Cades Cove. Good food and prices, fast service and dog friendly.

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The food was delicious, and the service was better! Tina was absolutely phenomenal and super sweet, if you're around you must try!

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The cooks are amazing they know what they are doing always great food and amazing service

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The breakfast sandwich was fantastic. I found the food to be very inexpensive for the portion size they bring you.

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