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. read more

The Appalachian - Pork Tenderloin with Barley and Broccolini! - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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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. read more

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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! read more

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. read more

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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! read more

The Appalachian - Ribeye, mushrooms and cornbread - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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

Just 3 starts because the manager apologized and take care of the plate the we send back 2 times, my husband and I order a Tomahawk Ribeye 48oz medium, first time we send it back because was rare, they apparently was to lazy to cook it a little longer and they just put in the oven and return it to the table the same way. Twice we have to send back until I just lost my appetite. This never happens to us before and either with a piece of meat like this one, is a lost for sure for the owner, waste of money on this beautiful meet but they don't have idea how cook it. Chef seems like he doesn't really care. Ambience is nice and drinks were good. Our server was a very nice girl. Potato Cakes are not worth it, Pork Belly was pretty tasty but too much fat for my taste. Asparagus were good but the corn bread was too salty and not the flavor was just weak. read more

The Appalachian - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

This place does not disappoint! Everything was perfect!!!!! Service was excellent . Would go go back again and again read more

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. read more

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. read more

The Appalachian - My plate was the Hanger Steak and I ordered a side of broccolini. All superb! My husband had the 20oz ribeye, carrots, and Potato Cakes. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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!! read more

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. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

Our first experience at The Appalachian was earlier this week for our wedding anniversary. We researched for the perfect place before we started our trip and made reservations online. This restaurant is located in downtown Sevierville, TN and it has both indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant walls and ceiling are painted black, the tables and chairs are a natural wood and the walls have stunning, colorful and creative artwork adorning the walls. One of the pieces of art has hidden or not so hidden faces of Mickey Mouse throughout it. There is a separate Bar room and a large dining room featuring generously spaced out tables. This restaurant feels like they are more focused on the dining experience rather than higher volume. The menu features a nice selection of great options to choose from and we selected Grilled Baguettes ($12) which have smoked onion goat cheese, confit garlic and sun dried tomatoes. This was a perfectly portioned and full flavor appetizer. We loved this. I ordered the Appalachian Burger ($18) which has house bacon, leaf lettuce, tomatoes, house pickles, crispy onions, Fancy sauce and American cheese and served with French fries. I officially crown this as my favorite burger that I've ever tasted. It totally earns the price of $18. My husband ordered the 8 oz Filet Mignon ($49) and ordered sides which are an additional charge. He chose Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes ($8) which were really tasty and Fire Roasted Carrots ($8) which we shared. We have never...ever...had such ultra amazing tasting carrots in our lives. I do not know what they do to prepare them but whether you like carrots or not...you must order these carrots. I think that the chef who designed this artistic menu could help turn me into a vegetarian. Seldom have I had any vegetable at any restaurant or at anyone's home taste as magnificent and tasty as these Fire Roasted Carrots. The only thing we didn't care for was the cornbread. It really was very bland. This is probably tasty fir many people but I'd like a slight sweetness to my cornbread. For Dessert - so one of the factors that excited me in choosing this restaurant was dessert called Pots de Creme ($10) this decadent smooth dark chocolate heaven in a dish is very similar to the dessert one of my friends used to make. She is no longer with us and this was a magical moment that brought such warm thoughts of her. My husband ordered the Goat Cheese Cheesecake ($12) which was also very tasty and one of the best tasting cheesecakes we have ever had. Because we were celebrating our 4th Anniversary of our marriage and 24th anniversary together, our server brought our desserts to us with candles lit on them. This was a very special touch that we greatly appreciated. Our server was outstanding and really helped make our anniversary dinner special. We highly highly recommend The Appalachian Restaurant. read more

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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. read more

Dining at The Appalachian is an experience. I dined in with family and friends on a Saturday night. Although we didn't have reservations, we were seated right away. The space is huge and has several options for seating. As soon as you walk in you're greeted with a chic, classy, vibe. Our waitress was December and she was fantastic. Not only was she knowledgeable about the menu, but she was also very personable and funny. She also encouraged us to take a look on the other side of the restaurant (we sat by the bar) where you could actually see the chefs and pit masters making the food. What a sight to see! For starters, we ordered the fried green tomatoes, fried chicken skins, and beer braised pork belly. All the starters were delicious and the fried green tomatoes were crisped to perfection. The fried chicken skins were great as well. I really liked the honey drizzle on the plate. It always sends fried chicken over the top for me. It's truly a palate explosion. Salty chicken + sweet honey = definitely recommend. For entrees were ordered the Dry Aged Kansas City Strip, the duck breast, hanger steak, and salmon. Everyone really liked their food. I ordered the duck breast and didn't like it. To preface, I had it cooked medium rare, which was the chef's suggestion but I just couldn't stomach it. Dan, who I am assuming is the manager came by to check on us and noticed I didn't seem to be enjoying my meal (talk about being good at your job!) He immediately took my plate and replaced it with a dish I preferred. I ended up ordering the salmon. Not only did Dan come back to check on me but the big boss Steve came to check in and the pit master Derek stopped by to check in as well. How professional! This is by far the best customer service I have ever received at a restaurant, and I always give credit where it is due. The salmon was perfectly cooked - I finished the whole thing. I absolutely loved my dining experience and I recommend stopping by if ever in Sevierville. Whether you're local or stopping in from out of town like us, please show them some love. The food is great and the staff is wonderful. read more

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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. read more

The Appalachian - Bone marrow - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Sevierville, Tn. What a great dining experience and a quick get away from the madness known as Pigeon Forge. We arrived as walk ins but that was not a problem. The place is designed to accommodate a lot of people. We opted to sit outside on a balmy summers evening and enjoyed every single thing they served us. Huge selection of whiskeys here, even a shot of Rip Van Winkle for $225. The green salads are perfect with fresh greens and other good things added. The cocktails are expertly constructed. The shrimp and grits was one of those OMG moments. I've never had this southern dish before and I'm sure glad I tried it here. The chef did not hold back on the spice so it had a bit of fire to it. But the entire composition was just wonderful. The pork tenderloin was amazing with prominence of the wood fire cooking. The chocolate pot de crème was decadent, wow! The cobbler was good but next time I'll choose one of the other desserts, just not enough artisan punch in this one. read more

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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. read more

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 read more

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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. read more

I highly recommend dining here. The service was excellent, and the food! Out of this world! Our server gave us a choice of ordering from the menu or be surprised by the four courses brought to us. Even though the fixed menu has amazing choices, we were feeling adventurous...We chose the surprise! Some of the courses I would never have thought to order, yet I'm so glad we tried some new dishes. I'll be sure to return when I'm back in the area. read more

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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. read more

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

I had the ribeye steak and I have to say it was incredible. I have to drink it with one of the top steaks. I've had disappointed they didn't have baked potato although they did have mash, which was very good. I would definitely go back again. read more

The Appalachian definitely left quite the impression. As soon as we walked in we were greeted and seated very promptly to our reservation time. Our server made fantastic drink recommendations and was attentive while still allowing us to enjoy our time there. The attention to detail with this restaurant was nothing short of absolutely impressive. From the chef ensuring each dish was perfectly plated to the house manager walking to each table to ensure everyone was enjoying their evening and food. The steak was cooked to perfection and the kale side dish was amongst the best I've had. Will definitely be returning to this restaurant, we had a great evening read more

The Appalachian - Open Kitchen Concept - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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Found this spot from a Facebook group and it was the highlight of our time in Pigeon Forge! The space is beautiful! Seating in the main area you can see the kitchen and presentation of the dishes, which was fun. The menu is printed daily! They offer a gluten free menu as well. Lindsay took great care of our table and handling all of our questions. We enjoyed pimento cheese app and cocktails. For main dish, I enjoyed shrimp and grits. I added bacon and it was a great idea, if I do say so myself. The sauce was incredible. For dessert, I ordered the pot de creme with raspberries and then the chef came by our table to describe the peanut butter and jelly dish and YOU NEED THIS DESSERT. We were celebrating a bachelorette and they gifted us a few desserts, which was a sweet surprise! Wish I lived closer to come back more often, but I highly recommend it read more

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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. read more

Everything about this restaurant speaks of excellence. The food is amazingly good, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the staff is not only friendly they make you feel like family. This is not only the best restaurant in the area, it is one of the best restaurants I have been to in my life. read more

Well, if anyone reads my post, I'm just a good ole boy that loves food. This place is all about Chef experience. Now all the previous reviews really misled me, main reason I'm sending from a good ole boy. I don't want any more of us to be fooled. It was all pretty food now, don't get me wrong it was nice looking. All good(great) post about Hanger steak. Was way off...... 1. Maybe 6 bites, maybe 2 of the 6 were really good, rest nothing special. 2* My daughter couldn't finish the chicken she gave it a 1* Wife said the trout was a 3.5. Service was good Mia made it bearable. Very knowledgeable 4* Ambiance was really nice Over priced for a good ole boy, if your like me just pass on this one The best thing was the cornbread 5*. Love it Also the starters frog legs, hummingbird legs 1* But the pork belly was a 4.5. Really good Really hate giving bad review. But it's worth telling the good ole boys the truth read more

Very nice dining experience Thursday night 12 /16/21. 6:30 reservations. We had the butter bean hummus appetizer with wood fired baguettes which were wonderful. I had the pork chop and wife had the shrimp n grits. Mine was definitely good and I enjoyed the fried kale (note: kale is not my favorite but it reminded me of Japanese seaweed which I like). Wife's shrimp n grits were delicious and her being a connoisseur of that dish, she reports it was one of the best shrimp n grits dishes she has ever had. It was my lovely wife's birthday dinner so Molly our server brought out their dessert which we had picked out, which was perfect with a lit candle in it (forgot to write it down but it was a rich, thick chocolate pudding, with fresh berries and fresh whipped cream on top). Molly our server was excellent and knew the menu well to make great suggestions. She was busy but still took great care of us. Very delicious meal and dessert. Highly recommend. read more

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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! read more

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Family lives in Kodak- we visit often- and I gotta say... not the best place for foodies (I'm sorry I'm sorry but you know it's true). So we really had high hopes for The Appalachian and it did not disappoint!! We have been twice now and nice experience both times. Cocktails done very well and every plate we've tried we've been happy with. Maybe closer to a 4 in my world, but a FIVE in Sevier county! Thanks guys! read more

We thoroughly enjoyed every minute at this excellent restaurant! Steve the Director of Operations is a combination of excellence and hospitality. Tera is fun and professional. Our evening dining at Appalachian restaurant was a memory we will hold dear. We celebrated our 40th anniversary and we are so thankful to have a restaurant that is worthy of this special occasion. We had the chicken skins for an appetizer. So good, but rich! For entrees hanger steak cooked exactly as ordered with a surprise of fresh marigold flowers grown by one of the staff. I enjoyed the succulent fried chicken on a bed of mashed potatoes with a fresh salad that was out of this world! Our drinks were just as wonderful as the food. I had a pinot and my husband had a smoked old fashioned. We could eat here every night and not exhaust the menu. read more

The Appalachian - The best desserts ever! Fire rosted peach and goat cheese cheese cake. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Located in downtown Sevierville, TN, The Appalachian Restaurant is an excellent spot for an upscale meal. Their burgers may be their specialty, but I had the filet mignon and it was excellent; with a mound of skinny fries to compliment the steak. They have lamb chops, duck breast, cod, rainbow trout, pork tenderloin, fried chicken, elk loin, and about 6 different beef steaks. The house salad is wonderful; dressings are limited. Portions run from an 8 oz. filet ($49), 8 oz. elk loin ($60), to a 48 oz. ribeye ($110), or a 34 oz. dry aged porterhouse ($118). Couples could easily split an entree, and the sides. Right in the center of Sevierville, just a block from the iconic courthouse and Dolly Parton's statue, The Appalachian is a destination and an oasis. https://www.theappalachianrestaurant.com/ read more

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Food was amazing using only fresh farm to table ingredients. Loved the butter bean hummus appetizer and the hanger steak entree. Service was great, everyone was very attentive. If you love bourbon they have an extensive collection to choose from. read more

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. read more

If you want some great food, great drinks great service , come here! Our server Matt was outstanding! read more

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