Find the Best Pizza in Gatlinburg at These 8 Spots
Hungry for some classic Italian pizza after hiking the Smoky Mountains? Or do you prefer a New York-style pizza?
No matter what your preference is – Gatlinburg has it. If you’re looking for the best pizza in Gatlinburg, try these 8 spots – not to mention some mouth-watering calzones and garlic knots as well.
Big Daddy’s Pizzeria
Big Daddy’s Pizzeria offers a mouthwatering menu that boasts some of the best pizza not only in downtown Gatlinburg but in Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, too. Baked in a wood-fired brick oven blazing at 550 degrees, every pizza is made with handcrafted dough, homemade sauce, and fresh ingredients. They’re so committed to freshness that there’s no freezer on-site, ensuring that each bit embodies an authentic taste of Italy.
Another thing that sets Big Daddy’s apart is the fun atmosphere, at least in the Pigeon Forge location. If you have kids, popping over this way may be worth it so you can get a bite of some classic cheese pizza, and then spend an afternoon playing in the arcade.
You can find the Pigeon Forge location at 3053 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, about twenty minutes from downtown Gatlinburg. If you don’t feel like making that far of a trip, you can find the Gatlinburg location at 714 River Rd. Gatlinburg, TN 337738.
Geno’s Pizza
This family-owned pizza place has been renowned as one of the best since it first opened in 1975. The menu boasts enticing items like flavorful garlic knots, a favorite among locals. Another must-try is the Geno’s Special pizza which features fresh pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, and black olives. Every bite is a burst of flavor that keeps customers coming back for more.
Geno’s Pizza can be found at 385 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
Ski Mountain Pizza
Ski Mountain Pizza offers some of the best Italian cuisine in the area. Their menu features a variety of mouthwatering options, including classic and specialty pizzas, authentic Italian pasta dishes, calzones, strombolis, wings, hoagies, and gyros – not to mention some delectable desserts. For those with dietary restrictions, they also have gluten-free options.
Ski Mountain Pizza is located at 631 Ski Mountain Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, a five-minute drive from Ober Mountain – which is a great place to work up an appetite for some great Italian food.
Luigi’s Pizza
The owners of this Italian restaurant don’t only run a fantastic place to get a pizza but their own multi-generational farm, too, where they grow the fresh veggies they put on the pizza. The farm-to-table concept isn’t just a trend for them, but a way of life. They ensure that every pizza they serve, from white pizza to Meat Lovers, is brimming with fresh flavor.
Ready to get your hands on your own pizza fresh from the farm? Then head to 1017 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 337738.
Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom may be a national chain, but that’s no reason to pass up this flavorful and unique pizzeria. It delivers high-quality pizzas that locals and travelers alike adore. Their Pacific Rim Hawaiian pizza is chock full of premium ham, bacon, caramelized onions, pineapple, and jalapenos. For those looking for something really unique, try the Kosmic Karma, which features mozzarella, fresh Roma tomatoes, pesto, and sheep’s milk feta cheese. Need to feed a large group? Mellow Mushroom’s catering options are perfect for you.
The Gatlinburg location can be found at 903 Parkway Ste 103, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
Slice Pizza Bakery
This spot is home to the largest pizza slices in Gatlinburg. Not only are they big, they’re delicious, too. In terms of variety, this is one of the more limited pizza spots. They only offer pepperoni and cheese slices. However, it makes up for that by being located in one of the best sightseeing spots in the city: the Gatlinburg Space Needle.
Slice, and the Space Needle, can be found at 117 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg TN 37738. Don’t worry about getting lost, you’ll know it when you see it.
Big Bear Pizza and Subs
Big Bear Pizza and Subs is one of the best pizza spots in town, and it’s easy to see why. Their BBQ chicken pizza is a standout favorite, perfectly balancing tangy barbeque sauce with savory chicken and gooey cheese. It’s also a great spot for takeout; their delivery is known to be super, super fast.
If you feel like popping by for a pizza, you can find them at 815 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 337738.
Smoky Mountain Brewery
Smoky Mountain Brewery is the perfect place for those who love good pizza and good beer. This brewery serves up several pizzas, one of the best being the T-Rex which features Italian Genoa salami, sausage, pepperoni, and ground beef. In addition to pizza and brews, Smoky Mountain serves up other American favorites like Philly Cheesesteaks, wings, and mouth-watering steaks.
You can find Smoky Mountain Brewery at 1004 Parkway #501, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
Find More Fun in Tennessee
Now you know where to find the best pizza in Gatlinburg, but do you know what to do once you’ve eaten your fill? We can help you out. Check out our blog for more ideas of what to do in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area. From Titanic museums to hiking trails to mouth-watering pizza slices the size of your head, fun is always just around the corner in Gatlinburg.