What are the Best Seafood Restaurants in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville Tennessee?
Smoky Mountains Seafood: Top 10 Restaurants in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville
And where can you get great sushi?
Living here in the Smoky Mountains, and being a seafood lover, I remember when seafood was a little harder to find around here.
But not anymore!
In the past few years, many more seafood options have arrived straight from the oceans, and you can now find many delicious options...
Below are the best seafood restaurants -
The very best places to get seafood in the Smoky Mountains.
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1.) Pinchy's Lobster & Beer Company
212 Court Avenue, Sevierville
Pinchy's is downtown Sevierville, with an outdoor patio, and sometimes live music. They are continuously outdoing themselves, listening to customers, and creating new, delicious modern seafood dishes with a friendly vibe! Open for brunch and lunch too.
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Lobster Rolls
All you can Eat Crab Legs
Sushi
Shrimp & Grits
Raw Bar
Brunch
Beer Garden
Surf 'n Turf
Chowder & Bisque
Lobster Mac n Ravioli
From the Sea Omelet
Pinchy's Clambake
Honestly, this is one of my favorite places whether you eat in or take it to go.
2.) Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
762 Parkway, Gatlinburg
Traditional Cajun style seafood and an authentic New Orleans vibe. Downtown Gatlinburg in the heart of all the fun on the strip! This place has stood the test of time - it's been around for many years and is a traditional favorite. They also offer a wide range of cocktails, shooters, beer and wine.
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Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Crawfish
Fried Alligator Bites
Gulf Shrimp
Oysters
Seafood Gumbo
Low Country Boil
Grilled sirloin
Live Maine Lobster
Blackened Chicken Pasta
Shrimp 'n Grits
3.) Huck Finn's Catfish
3330 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
Southern style seafood and all you can eat fish and chicken. We are talkn' about alot of food here! Served with "vittles" like white beans with turkey ham and pickle spears and sweet onion slices. If you want Southern home cooked seafood, this is your stop! Easy access location on the Parkway in the heart of Pigeon Forge, not far from Dollywood.
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
All You Can Eat Catfish and Chicken
Ole Miss Fried Catfish
Clam Strips
Fried Pickles
Frog Legs
Gator Tail
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken Livers
Poutine & Country Fried Bacon
Nashville Hot
4.) Harpoon Harry's Crab House
112 Community Center Drive, Pigeon Forge
Harpoon Harry's describes themselves as "...not just a restaurant, it is an adventure. Seafood with a twist." Also "Seafood, Sushi, Steaks, Spirits". What more could you want? Upper level "truck bar" with great views! Fun vibe, chilled seafood towers, indoor/outdoor patio and views of the river in the heart of Pigeon Forge.
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Sushi
Lobster Rolls
Seafood Cavatappi
Seafood Brochette
Crab Stuffed Flounder
North Atlantic Salmon
Gulf Red Grouper
Crab Legs/Steamers
Clams & Mussels
Lobster Mac n Cheese
Ribeye/Steaks/Chicken
Frog Legs
Gator Bites
Street Corn
5.) Smoky Mountain Trout House
410 Parkway, Gatlinburg
A staple and tradition in Gatlinburg for over 45 years now. They must be doing something right! Fresh, locally sourced, Rainbow Trout is one of the Famous Foods of Gatlinburg! 10 Different trout entrees, in addition to catfish, steaks and chicken cooked over an open flame. The building is also a historic part of Gatlinburg and is one of the oldest buildings in town. Beer and wine also available!
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Trout Almondine (among 10 others)
Parmesan Trout
"The Eisenhower"
Bacon Stuffed Trout
Trout Fritters
Fried and Sauteed Shrimp
Rice Pilaf & Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Catfish
Blackened Trout
Butterflied Fried Trout
Dilly Trout
6.) Captain Jim's Seafood Buffet
3985 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
You don't find many seafood buffets around here! But here you go! This place will not let you leave hungry...and no long waits. For non-seafood peeps, there are other things on the buffet, as well. Full bar (Captain's Lounge) too and desserts. Indoor or outdoor seating.
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
All You Can Eat Crab Legs
Baked Mahi-Mahi
Blackened Salmon
Gumbo
Fried & Raw Oysters
Peel n Eat Shrimp
Mussels Pomodoro
BBQ Ribs
Crab Cakes
Crab Stuffed Flounder
Chuck eye Roast with Potatoes and Carrots
7.) Chesapeake's
437 Parkway, Gatlinburg
Upscale, yet trendy, casual dining seafood experience in downtown Gatlinburg. Right on the river, with nice views, and a heated patio. Raw bar and private wine cellar. Seafood towers, extensive wine list and much more.
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Live & Stuffed Maine Lobster
Broiled & Fried Seafood Platters
Shrimp Chesapeake
Fresh Sea Scallops
Fried Oysters or on the Half Shell
Maryland Crab Cakes
Hand Breaded Onion Rings
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad
Baked Spinach Maria
Mushrooms Stuffed with Crab
Steaks & Chicken
8.) Joe's Crab Shack
1605 Parkway, Sevierville
Where the motto is "Peace, Love & Crabs". You can get buckets of seafood, platters and dishes. Pick from 7 different flavors to spice up your dishes. Creative cocktails, fun environment and gift shop. Great appetizers and sandwiches too.
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Snow, Dungeness, Queen & King Crab
Shrimp & Seafood Ensemble
8 Steam Pots
7 Flavors
Sirloin & Grilled Shrimp
Grilled Herb Chicken
Fish & Sausage Po'boy
Lobster Tails
Grilled Seafood Platter
Seafood Linguine Pasta
East Coast Platter with Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Shrimp Scampi & More
9.) Paw Paw's Catfish Kitchen
2760 Wears Valley Road, Sevierville
Paw Paw's describes their place as "Fresh, homemade, New Orleans Style Cooking." Cajun and Creole style. Also, "Authentic Cajun cuisine, and down-home hospitality". This small, family owned restaurant with a fun atmosphere is just at the entrance of beautiful Wears Valley and gets high marks over the years. Cold beer available too!
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
Catfish Acadiana
Crab Cakes Acadiana
Catfish Orleans
Seasonal Oysters
Fried Seafood Baskets
Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya
Shrimp & Okra Gumbo
Pulled Pork Barbecue
Variety of Po'boys
Boudin Balls
Shrimp Jammers
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
10.) Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
900 Parkway, Gatlinburg
This fun restaurant in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg is the only restaurant chain ever to be based off a motion picture property. It serves scratch made, Southern style comfort food. Table movie trivia and the onsite store makes it even better. Also, a lot of creative cocktails and drinks to choose from!
Here are Just Some of the Things on the Menu:
"I'm Stuffed" Shrimp
Forrest's Seafood Feast
Dumb Luck Coconut Shrimp
Jenny's Surf and Turf
Shrimp Shack Mac 'n Cheese
Baby Back Ribs
Mama's Fried Chicken
Mama Blue's Fried Shrimp
Shrimp Scampi
Maker's Mark Salmon
Baja Ceviche
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