The ambiance was very chill and super clean. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. You order at the counter and then have the luxury of picking your own seat. This place is a lot bigger than we anticipated. It wasn't too busy, but we went at 5:45pm on a rainy Wednesday. The food was quick to come out and very hot and fresh. We got Fried pickles, the Chicken sandwhich, and the taco tater bowl. We ate those in house and everything was great. We took home some banana pudding, and a hearty slice of carrot cake. Both were absolutely phenomenal. We are on a mission to find local restaurants and not fall into touristy places while we are visiting down here. And this hit the mark for our dinner perfectly!! read more

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Found by accident, this restaurant is tucked into a condominium complex. Well worth the drive.

Tried a new place while on vacation and would definitely recommend Split Rail Eats to anyone! The atmosphere is very cool and clean. The staff was very friendly and the food was delicious. They have a wide menu so there is something for everyone. I enjoyed the cheeseburger bowl with tots and would definitely order it again! My husband ventured out from his usual burger and fries and ordered the Jacked Turkey. It was very tasty and the addition of the apple butter was unique and scrumptious. They also have a wide drink menu and a self serve tap beer wall that is very unique. The music they had playing on the radio was just to my liking as well. Definitely a place for the whole family, or couples wanting to hang out and have great food and alcohol. read more

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A 'Wowser' eatery tucked away on the art gallery route. First, a shout out to Abigail - such a friendly and knowledgeable server. Tami enjoyed the grilled chicken sandwich with good fries. I chose the best chicken salad sandwich I have ever encountered. At Abigail's suggestion, I had it on wheatberry toast that added a nice sweetness. My side was a spectacular cucumber salad. Oh so good. BBUT..the star of the show was 'The Beer Wall'. A wall of a dozen beer taps, each clearly describing the libation. With a chilled pint glass you pour your own and the machine(s) record the amount on your ticket. I've seen similar dispensing with wine but not for beer. Very cool! read more

The Philly Cheesesteak may have been the best we have ever had!! We also had the cheeseburger, chicken tenders and chicken quesadilla. All were amazing. The fried onions and tater tots were so amazing. We got lucky finding this hidden gem and would recommend everyone try it! Sorry no pics, we scarfed it down too quickly!!! read more

DINE IN THE QUIETER AREA OF GATLINBURG Came for dinner while staying in the Arts and Crafts district in Gatlinburg. It's a casual restaurant where you order and pay at the counter and then find a seat inside or outside. The woman taking our orders was very friendly -- give her a raise! I highly recommend their 'Wall of Beer' where you can get an electronic bracelet, scan and then try any amount of any of the beers on offer. Great for people that don't want a full pint or want to try several different beers. The woman on the cash desk kindly came and told us how it works, although it's pretty simple. Pay and return your bracelet after dining. Along with a beer, we enjoyed a burger and fries which were excellent. You could tell the burger was flavorful and a 'real burger'. The fries were very excellent. Free parking right outside. read more

Excellent and attentive service. I knocked over a water cup and they all were friendly and didn't make me feel like an a** Kids menu available. Off the strip away from the busy city. Husband loved the self serve beer wall and kiddo was happy with her kids meal. A beautiful drive to get to read more

Wow just wow,, this place is out of hallmark on 1000% setting and taste buds. The food is on level with Michelin level cooks. The staff defines southern hospitality. You walk by and wonder what you're getting into being apart of some business apartment whatever. Once you walk in you are like wtf and floored by decor and hospitality. A must to go back to. This is just the presentation. The food, I had the split rail chicken salad sandwich... phenomenal and refreshing. Wife had biscuits n gravy, could have sworn biscuits were made from heaven. Kid had protein egg whites n meats. Loved it. Our guest had various food and all were satisfied. Price cheaper than going downtown. Enough said. Last restaurant before leaving Gatli burg and left with a smile. read more

Cute interior with seating options; tables, booths, bar, and sofa/chair areas. Full service bar. Menu options for apps, sandwiches, salads, and other. Reasonable meal prices avg $15. Self service beer taps with a decent variety. Greek salad and Jacked Turkey sandwich were both very good. Definitely worth a stop when you're touring the Crafter's loop. read more

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Order at counter and they bring food to you. Worth the trip outside east of gatlinburg into the arts and crafts community. Onion straws hand lightly battered. Gringo wrap is fresh and delicious. Cheeseburger bowl great. read more

Arrived, not greeted by staff at counter, no direction from staff. Staff looked right at us but did not greet or speak. Total Unfriendly vibe. Felt like they did not want us there. Left w/o ordering. Drove out of our way to get there, too. Bummers. read more

Fast and friendly service. Nice size place suitable for all size groups with free parking. Good menu variety. I had the grilled chicken which was very juicy and delish. GB bun was good and didn't fall apart. Would definitely return. read more

Had a very good time at Split Rail Eats. I got the Pimento Cheese burger with came with fried pickles and an extra side. My wife got a hamburger bowl that had tater tots and everything you would get on a burger in a bowl. We also tried the 'chocolate covered strawberry' Frape and it was delicious. Highly recommend trying this place out read more

This was a hidden gem of a place! We arrived in a cabin close by and my boys were hungry and this place pooped up as closest to us, We ordered burger, wings, chicken sandwich and everything was delicious. The atmosphere instead is very cool, laid back yet with a modern, edgy feel. Highly recommend read more

This place was great! The seating and decor was lovely for a mountain restaurant. The food was delicious and decently priced. Service was quick. One thing that stuck out to me was the cleanliness. There were multiple employees cleaning constantly. Wiping down tables, counters, doors. They weren't sitting around doing nothing... they were keeping the place in great shape. Would definitely recommend. read more

Split Rail Eats - Cheeseburger Bowl - Sandwiches Near Me - Gatlinburg, Tennessee

The food was great and the staff was helpful We had lunch with most of the soccer players there and watched the Tennessee Football game. . read more

This spot is located within a cluster of small shops that face a central common area where you'll find patio tables, bicycles to rent, and live music. When we were there, it was perfect weather, and we could hear a musician playing guitar and singing. Talk about chill. The vibe walking in to Split Rail is modern and cool. The menu is on large digital screens, and current, because we saw one item listed with a SOLD OUT next to it. The chill vibe continues on the other side of the screen, as it becomes shelves with an eclectic mix of knickknacks. Here you'll find couches, a modern gas fireplace, and more seating for quiet dining. The regular dining area provides ample seating as well. Our party of three has diverse tastes. Hungry Man ordered cheesesteak with fries. He eloquently described it as "pretty good" and ate all of it. The fries could have been crispier. Our chicken lover tried the Chicken Salad sandwich, declared it tasty, and nibbled on the fries. Our NoGlutenFreak chose the veggie wrap sans wrap with a side of cucumber salad. The veggie filling lacked flavor, despite the promise of caramelized onions and other lush ingredients. It appeared overcooked. The cuke salad was quite tasty, served in a cup that held half a cuke at least. Were I not traveling, I'd have taken that yummy dish home to finish later. So good. Overall, 5 stars for ambiance and 3.5 stars for food. So 4 stars for a casual place to chill and grab a snack. read more

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Great food in a relaxed atmosphere. A little off the beaten path but was very close to our cabin. The self serve beer room is pretty cool.

The food and drinks at Split Rail Eats are wonderful as well as the service and employees. We stumbled upon this tucked away gem on a visit to the Smokey Mountains and will definitely return. The menu is extremely creative and the three lunches that we ordered were all excellent including the sides. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. There is something for everyone on the menu and they have a full bar as well. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the place was clean and inviting. It is located a bit outside of downtown Gatlinburg but well worth the drive. Give them a try, you will be happy that you did. read more

This place was featured on a YouTube episode from Yankee in the South. A hidden gem in Gatlinburg, off the Craft Trail. Our party of 4 loved this place. The food was good and we enjoyed the self tap bar. Self tap bar- You get a wristband and tap it on a beer of your choice and pour out the quantity you want. You are charged per ounce (price varies per selection) and pay when you are done. Food was excellent and a nice hideaway from Gatlinburg strip hustle and bustle. read more

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Loved everything about this restaurant. The area was cozy and beautiful setting to relax and eat dinner. The service was fantastic, we were immediately greeting and given great recommendations. The staff followed up a few times to make sure we were enjoying our food as well. The food matched the service and was delicious! read more

Quaint place with live music on Friday. Food was delicious and the music was great. Wish we had found this earlier in the trip. We will be back. read more

We loved the food and service. Owners are great! We ate there 3 times during our visit.

A little off the beaten path, but well worth it, not only for the food but for the opportunity to view the handiwork of local craft artists. If a clean restaurant and clean restrooms are important to you, If you want comfort food and one of your dining partners wants a salad, If you need good coffee or Ice cream, Take the road less traveled to Split Rail Eats. When you get close, look for a large wooden sign along the street that says: Covered Bridge in The Glades. My Mexican tater tot bowl was delicious. The peppers were slightly hot. I added ground beef for an extra $5. Dining companion had a house salad with chicken and was very pleased. The complex that houses this restaurant actually looks like a condo building with retail on the bottom. The restaurant entrance is within the courtyard area. There are not a lot of courtyard shops but a new book store was scheduled to open on April 30 2022. read more

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Love the set-up and friendly atmosphere. Small & limited but adequate seating. Some regular & some unique menu choices. Would recommend. (Only drawback during our visit was the group of couples w/unruly children screaming & running around. No parental intervention or supervision) read more

The food was delicious, staff was super friendly and helpful. Nice place to go "off the beaten path" and family friendly!

Super cool little spot buried in the mountains. You kind of have to look for it, but don't give up! It's worth it. The ambiance is really unique. It kind of feels like a diner and a beer den had a baby. I guess because that's exactly what it is! Lots of food options, great happy hour specials, plus a self-serve beer wall! This was particularly enticing. Several options to choose from plus a cocktail. My friend ordered the pretzel bites with beer cheese and I had the Gringo Wrap with tots. Delicious! Loved all the flavors and texture of the wrap and the tots were crispy. We dined and drank by the fireplace which we loved. It was rather dead when we came in, not surprisingly as it was mid-afternoon on a Tuesday. The staff is so nice! The gentleman that helped us was super sweet and welcoming. My favorite part was the beer wall! So cool! You get a bracelet, grab your own glass, pour your own beer, and are charged by the ounce, which is on special during certain happy hours. HIGHLY recommend Split Rail Eats! Definitely a gem for the locals. read more

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Just off the beaten path and the hustle of what we lovingly call the "redneck riviera" is an unassuming eatery that you must check out. We were visiting the area for a much needed relaxing weekend, and didn't really want to fight the crowds and have to wait hours for a table somewhere. We found this cozy spot and ate dinner last night and came back for brunch today! The hamburgers (dinner last night) were amazing. Fresh, hot, juicy! Brunch was perfectly cooked eggs, fluffy biscuits and savory sausage gravy for me and a grilled chicken sandwich for the hubs. Not a morsel left on either of our plates! Full bar, cozy fireplace, and a beer wall (yes, a self serve beer wall) and full bar for your enjoyment. The staff was southern hospitality at its best. Attentive, smiling, warm and friendly! Highly recommend and will definitely be back!!! read more

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Split Rails Cafe, and I must say, the atmosphere is fantastic! The couches and fireplace create a cozy ambiance that makes it a perfect spot to relax and unwind. As for the food, I decided to try the American plate, which came with eggs, sausage, home fries, and homemade toast. Although it wasn't the best I've ever had, it was good enough. The French toast looked tempting, but I didn't have a chance to try it. However, I think it's worth noting that the prices for the food are a bit steep. I ended up spending $19 for breakfast with OJ and coffee. The food hovers between 3.5-4 stars. Most of the staff were friendly and welcoming, but I did encounter a few who were just okay. Despite this, I wouldn't rate Split Rails Cafe as a 5-star place for food, but I would give them a 5-star rating for its beautiful decor and cozy atmosphere. If you're looking for a charming spot off the beaten path to relax while grabbing a bite, this cafe is worth a visit. One star deduction for food quality and the attitude of some staff members, but this is not in reflection of the entire staff plus steeper than it should be food prices. read more

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By far the best array of vegetarian options we found during our stay in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area. Several interesting, creative, and delicious options on the menu for those who don't eat meat (I had the vegan "cheese steak"). I love the "by the ounce" beer tap setup: great way to try several new beers and discover what you like. Great live music, great relaxed vibe. Very grateful to have had someone recommend Split Rail to us! read more

We were on vacation and wanted a place that was locally owned. They did not disappoint. We were instantly greeted when we walked in. We ordered a burger, fries, tomato soup with grilled cheese, Philly cheesesteak, and fried dill pickles. It was all so good! The place is unique and family friendly. You order at the counter and they bring your food out. Everyone was super friendly. It is definitely worth the drive from downtown Pigeon Forge. read more

Split Rail Eats - The best fried dill pickles - Sandwiches Near Me - Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Visited this restaurant while we were visiting the Art District in Gatlinburg. I was pleasantly surprised. The inside is the restaurant offers plenty of seating options including a cozy couch area. There's also plenty of outdoor seating as well. Perfect for small or large groups. Our food tasted good, absolutely no complaints at all The service was amazing. Since it was our first time, we were a little indecisive, do the staff helped us decide. They continued to check on us throughout our visit and even gave us tips on fun things to while we're in town. The restaurant is located in a residential/shopping center. However, most of the other shops have closed down. Only a handful of shops are still open and most of them close fairly early. Luckily, Split Rail Eats stays open until 9pm. read more

Split Rail Eats - Cheeseburger & Mac N Cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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Food was ok. Tots were great. $60 for a family of 4 at 4 pm (one was a kids meal) seems excessive for what we got. Two stars for price. And it was just eh. We didn't get alcohol. Three of us got waters. read more

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Food was amazing, great place with family, amazing service, and beer and drink selection was top notch!

A little out of the way but definitely worth the stop. I ordered the cheese burger with onion rings and cucumber salad. My wife got the chicken sandwich and onion rings. All was Delicious ! Only regret was not trying the wall of draft beers. I definitely want to go back. read more

Sensational food and a really cool vibe! My wife LOVED the Pickle Me Pimento (saying it's one of the top 3 burgers she's ever had). We're on vacation and planned on eating a new place every night. That plan was destroyed when we ate here (due to a local recommending it). After that, we had to come back again! read more

Was over in the bookstop and got an early dinner here. Ordered a chicken wrap and soup. Overall meal was good, good flavor and pretty quick. Worth the stop! read more

Split Rail Eats - Sandwiches Near Me - Gatlinburg, Tennessee

A clever menu with creative choices, a friendly and welcoming staff, loads of beverage choices, and a beautiful atmosphere. The decor is awesome and I loved my time spent here. 10/10 recommend. read more

Split Rail Eats - Main dining area - Sandwiches Near Me - Gatlinburg, Tennessee

The ambiance is nice, the staff is friendly, the pricing is fair. The food is tasty and better than most food options in the area. What makes me give it a five though are the desserts. My goodness, the banana pudding is better than Magnolia's. Keep up the good work. read more

This is the perfect spot for lunch along the Smoky Mountains Art & Craft loop. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I had the best chicken salad of my life (seriously, not your typical chicken salad). We were a big group and we all enjoyed our food. read more