Dog Friendly Restaurants in Wears Valley, TN

There are 183 dog-friendly restaurants within 20 miles of Wears Valley that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Wears Valley. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Three Jimmy's
Three Jimmy's Three Jimmy's in Gatlinburg, TN offers fried chicken, BBQ pork ribs, smoked prime rib, rainbow trout, and turkey Reubens. Outdoor seating is dog friendly, and they have a dog relief area and water bowls available. Guests can also enjoy dining while their pup is safely tied to a leash hook-up! See Details
Pet Friendly Junction 35 Spirits
Junction 35 Spirits Junction 35 Spirits, located in Pigeon Forge, TN, welcomes Fido at an outdoor table on the pet-friendly patio, weather permitting. Call ahead to confirm if the patio is open. They offer a variety of spirits including bourbon, rye whiskey, moonshine, vodka, gin, and rum, as well as hand-crafted cocktails. Enjoy food items such as wings, hummus, nachos, artisan mac and cheese dishes, BBQ trays, burgers and more. See Details
Tom & Earl's Back Alley Grill Located on the Parkway in the heart of Gatlinburg, TN the dog-friendly Tom & Earl's Back Alley Grill serves delicious bar and grill eats with a Southern spin in a casual and inviting atmosphere. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the outdoor patio. Popular menu choices include fried green tomatoes, creamed corn fritters, jumbo wings, grilled cheese paninis, BBQ brisket sandwiches, and Hillbilly Philly cheesesteaks. Wash it down with an ice cold draft or bottled beer. See Details
Wild Bear Tavern Wild Bear Tavern is a Bavarian-style German restaurant with a seasonal dog-friendly patio located within the Wild Bear Inn in Pigeon Forge, TN. This country-style eatery serves up German cuisine, specialty pancakes, and other comfort food classics in a down-home, family-friendly atmosphere. Good weather permitting, dogs are welcome to join you at one of several outdoor tables on the patio. See Details
Balter Beerworks Balter Beerworks in Knoxville, TN is a local brewery and pub with dog-friendly seating for over a hundred guests on their patio and in the beer garden. They offer house brews as well as several guest beers, house cocktails, and a wine list. Their menu includes several vegetarian and gluten free options with a diverse selection of burgers, sandwiches, entrees, and shareable plates. Balter also serves brunch every Sunday. See Details
Boss Hogg's BBQ Shack Boss Hogg's BBQ Shack serves up delicious southern-style barbecue. Choose from options like brisket, chicken, pork, ribs, sausage, barbecue sandwiches, coleslaw, green beans, potato salad, baked beans, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their six pet-friendly outdoor tables while you chow down on their hand-rubbed and sauced ribs. Customers rave about their signature tangy mustard-based sauce, though they do have a darker sweet sauce available for those who don't care for the tang of Carolina mustard. Boss Hogg's is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. See Details
Fox & Parrot Tavern Fox & Parrot Tavern is a dog-friendly restaurant in Gatlinburg, TN, that serves traditional British pub fare like Bubble and Squeak, Welsh rabbit, and shepherd's pie. Fido is welcome to join you inside or at an outdoor table on the second-level porch. See Details
Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge is an iconic, dog-friendly eatery where Fido can join you at an outdoor table and order from the dog menu. Visitors to the Pigeon Forge, TN area can enjoy their from-scratch menu with items like their Legendary Burger, a cowboy ribeye, mac and cheese, fajitas, sandwiches, salads and more. See Details
Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts This cheery ice cream and donut shop located along a quaint creek serves 24 flavors of hand-dipped premium ice cream, soft serve, sundaes, banana splits, milkshakes, a variety of delicious donuts, and the best funnel cakes in town. Dogs are always welcome and "Pawsome" doggie donut treats are available. See Details
Howard's Restaurant Howard's Restaurant is a dog-friendly eatery in Gatlinburg, TN, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The menu offers burgers, steaks, fish entrees, and refreshing margaritas. Umbrella tables overlooking the creek welcome dogs. See Details
Calhoun's Calhoun's is a casual, dog-friendly American eatery in Pigeon Forge that serves up classic dishes with menu options like appetizers, wings, burgers, sandwiches, salads, barbecue, steaks, chicken, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their seven pet-friendly outdoor tables. Please note the patio is subject to close without notice. Please call ahead to confirm availability of dog-friendly patio seating before making the trip with Fido in tow. See Details
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro This Townsend farm-to-table restaurant, the Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro, redefines regional cuisine in an upscale yet casual setting, all set in the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. The menu offers a assortment of regionally inspired dishes using local, seasonal ingredients — all served among elegant surroundings and calming wooded vistas. Patio seating is dog friendly. See Details
Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant, located in Gatlinburg, TN, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious American fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try their delicious burgers and salads. See Details
Elvira's Cafe Elvira's Cafe in Sevierville, TN, is a dog-friendly eatery that serves up classic American-style dishes. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Choose from menu options like pancakes, French toast, omelettes, biscuits, sweet and savory crepes, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, steak, seafood and more. See Details
Aubrey's Strawberry Plains Aubrey's Strawberry Plains in Knoxville, TN, is a Tennessee chain that specializes in comfort food and a commitment to locally sourced ingredients. This location has a dozen dog-friendly tables outside with Tvs. Their menu has options galore with sandwiches, burgers, steaks, pasta, and more. They also have a full service bar with a wide selection of craft beers and carefully chosen wines. See Details
Nantahala Brewing Company Located just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Nantahala Brewing Company offers a dog-friendly covered deck and award-winning craft beer in a spacious, casual setting. Patrons can sample flagship brews like the Noon Day IPA, seasonal specialties such as the Little Tennessee Logger, and a delicious series of Trail Magic Ales. The Brewing Company also hosts tours, tastings, events and live music. Hours of operation vary depending on time of year, so call ahead before arriving. See Details
Apple Valley Kitchen Cafe Apple Valley Kitchen Cafe in Townsend, TN, offers warm cabin decor and atmosphere with covered porch seating that welcomes dogs. The country style menu features hearty eats like biscuits and gravy, eggs and sausage, BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, cheeseburgers, premium ice cream, and fried apple pies. See Details
Buddy's Bar-B-Q Buddy's Bar-B-Q is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy Southern hospitality and fresh smoked meats in Sevierville. Buddy's offers outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a plate of Smoky Wings alongside their canine companion. The restaurant's menu is made up of sandwiches, Hawg Back Potatoes, wings, chili, sides of beans, slaw, and hush puppies, and dinner plates of pork, chicken, ham, and ribs. Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido needs to wait outside when you go in to order. See Details
Little River Pub and Deli Located in front of the Strawberry Patch Inn along the Little River in Townsend, TN, Little River Pub and Deli serves a variety of craft beers and tasty pub fare in their dog-friendly beer garden along the river. Their gravel patio features a half-dozen tables and fire pits for cooler months. See Details
Peaceful Side Social Brewery + Craft Kitchen Peaceful Side Social Brewery + Craft Kitchen is a dog-friendly venue in Townsend, TN. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio where there are leash hook-ups and heaters for cooler weather. The menu offers shareables, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and more. There are 13 craft beers on tap, most of which are made in Tennessee. See Details
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