Gatlinburg, Tennessee is known for its beautiful scenery, outdoor activities, and delicious food, and its pizza is no exception. Gatlinburg has a lot of great pizza places that all craft their own styles, from New York style pizza to the thick crusts of Chicago.
In this post, we’ll dive into the best pizza places in Gatlinburg.
Gatlinburg Brewing Company
Gatlinburg Brewing Company may just be the best pizza place in the area, and to top it all off they also happen to be one of the best breweries too. This is a great place to stop in for some classic pizza and beer, plus some outstanding appetizers and other scrumptious items.
Their pretzels are fresh, crunchy, and filled with salty deliciousness and served up with a house-made beer cheese sauce. They have a wide variety of pizzas and you can build your own too from among their numerous topping options. This is the place to go for gourmet toppings like artichokes and feta cheese. They also have a gluten-free cauliflower crust perfect for those with dietary restrictions.
Overall, GBC is the top choice on this list, so don’t miss out if you’re in town!
Ski Mountain Pizza
Ski Mountain Pizza is located right on Ski Mountain road, near all the action, and offers stunning views of the Smoky Mountains. Their pizza is made with the freshest ingredients.
Ski Mountain Pizza offers a variety of pizzas, including the basics like Margherita, meat lovers, and veggie options. But they’ve also got a killer Hawaiian pizza, topped with mozzarella cheese, ham, and pineapple. Their Philly cheesesteak pizza keeps people coming back too. There is a good variety of other menu items here, including wings, salads, and subs, so the whole family can find something they like.
The hours here make it perfect for a stop after a day of skiing or hiking. They are open until 1AM, so even if you’re out late you can drop by.
Chalet Village Market
Chalet Village Market is a local unassuming market that the locals know well but that visitors could easily overlook during their trip to the mountains. This place is actually a convenience slash grocery store with a deli inside, and that deli makes up some surprisingly good pies, with a thick, filling, crispy crust, and generous amounts of cheese.
Your choices here are a scrumptious cheese pizza or the classic Supreme pizza. They’ve also got a variety of sandwiches and burgers. Lots of people love their Angus burger, which you can also get as a cheeseburger or a Mushroom and Swiss. For breakfast, stop in and get some biscuits, served Southern style.
Chalet is in a very convenient location too, keeping you from having to head into town if you’re staying at the top of the mountain for a ski trip or just to be outdoors. Even if you’re not, it’s worth heading up the mountain for some pizza and some views.
Taste of Italy
Taste of Italy is a charming little restaurant located just outside of downtown Gatlinburg and offering a variety of delicious Italian food, including pizza. Their pizza is made with fresh ingredients and cooked in a stone oven. They offer a variety of options, including the classic margherita pizza, the meat lovers pizza, and the veggie pizza
One of the things that sets Taste of Italy apart from other pizzerias in Gatlinburg is their commitment to using authentic Italian recipes. Their pizzas are made with imported Italian flour and are baked in a wood-fired oven, which gives them a unique flavor and texture. They also offer a variety of toppings, including fresh vegetables, meats, and cheeses.
Other Italian dishes you can find at this top spot include including pasta, seafood, and desserts. And with friendly service and reasonable prices, it’s no wonder that this restaurant is a Gatlinburg favorite.
Big Daddy’s Pizzeria
Big Daddy’s Pizzeria is in the heart of Gatlinburg and serves up their pizza piping hot and fresh from a 550 degree wood-fired oven. When it comes to pizza in Gatlinburg, Big Daddy’s Pizzeria is a name that comes up time and time again.
They have their very own pizzeoli pulling, kneading, and crafting their homemade dough to bring you the freshest, most delicious pizza in the area. From there, the top it with their own homemade sauce and your choice of toppings.
Their pizzas include classics like cheese pizza or pepperoni, but they also whip up some of their own pizza concoctions, delivered right to your taste buds. For meat lovers, there’s the Carnivore, made with prosciutto, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and beef.
Vegetarians can partake in the classic Margherita or in the Herbivore, a delightful blend of fresh veggies like roasted garlic, mushrooms, red peppers, and feta cheese. They also offer a gluten free option, so nearly anyone can enjoy their favorite pie at Big Daddy’s.
They are located right across from the Ober Mountain Tramway Mall, so you can stop by for some shopping and to let the kids ride the tram before or after enjoying Big Daddy’s.
Smoky Mountain Brewery
Smoky Mountain Brewery is a highlight of the local brew scene, but they also happen to serve up some delicious pizza. They are located right at the foot of the Smokies, less than a 10 minute walk from the Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead.
This place is frequented by skiers, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts to get fueled up and refreshed before heading out for another day in the wilderness. But they are family friendly too, with a great atmosphere inside, the game always on, and floor to ceiling windows to enjoy the views.
The pizza is hot and always fresh, with hand-tossed dough baked fresh and served to your mouth filled with your favorite toppings. You can order a variety of their classic and specialty pies or make it your way, choosing from toppings like green peppers, black olives, pepperoni, ground beef, roasted chicken, and even anchovies or pineapple.
They also offer a variety of other menu items, including burgers, sandwiches, and salads. And with over a dozen different beers on tap, there’s something for every palate at this popular brewery. In addition to Gatlinburg, they have a Pigeon Forge location as well as Maryville and Turkey Creek.
Best Italian Cafe & Pizzeria
If you’re looking for a cozy, family-friendly spot to enjoy some delicious pizza, this is one of the best places in town. This restaurant is located just off the Parkway and offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere that will make you feel right at home.
The pizza here is served up New York Style, with a thin crust. Their white pizza is especially popular and is served up with a classic Bechamel white sauce, green pepper, onion, and celery and finished with toppings like red pepper and spinach. Their Deluxe is loaded up with goodies, like pepperoni, sausage, and beef to keep you fueled up for a full day of adventure.
Outside of pizza, Best Italian has got some great Calzones hand crafted with the same dough. They also offer pasta, salads, lasagna, seafood, and more. Finish it off with your favorite bottle of wine or beer.
Underdogs Pizza
Underdogs Pizza is a popular pizzeria located right on Highway 73. This unassuming little place cranks out some large, delicious pies, with a thick, nice crust, generous portions of cheese, and the freshest toppings. They focus on serving mouthwatering authentic New York style pizza.
The options here may be more limited than other places, but the quality more than makes up for it. Choose from cheese, pepperoni, veggie, buffalo chicken, Alfredo, or meat lovers. Add your favorite toppings for $2 extra, like mushrooms or bacon.
Underdogs focuses on pizza, but they have a few other menu options as starters, like garlic knots, chicken nuggets, and their very own House Salad.
Slice Pizza Bakery
Slice Pizza Bakery is located at the base of the famous Gatlinburg Space Needle in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. They serve New York Style pizza right at the center of the action, so pizza lovers who are worried they won’t get their pie before heading to the attractions need not be.
While not necessarily among the best pizza restaurants in the area (though not bad at all!), they are very convenient to the Space Needle, so it could be a good stop if you’re headed to there. For that reason, it’s included on the list.
They’ve got a good selection of classics like cheese, meat lovers, and supreme, as well as specialties like Hawaiian and Philly Cheesesteak. Outside of pizza, you can sink your teeth into some chicken wings, grab a sandwich, or just get you a quick snack with one of their starters.
The Bottom Line
If you’re visiting Gatlinburg for its numerous attractions, or even if you’re a resident there, you’ll enjoy partaking in this list of top notch pizza places. Gatlinburg has pizza places to satisfy nearly anyone, whether you’re a vegetarian or carnivore, like thick or thin crust, or want to top your slice with the freshest and most premium ingredients and wash it down with a refreshing local brew.
If you’re vacationing with a little one, don’t miss out on my post on Attractions for Toddlers in Gatlinburg.
