Top 5 Restaurants for an Elopement Reception in Gatlinburg TN

You’ve booked your elopement, but now where do you gather to celebrate with family and friends afterward. These 5 awesome venues offer either private dining or reservations for your group.

Crystelle Creek

From their website:

We offer private dining and in-house event hosting only. We specialize in Gatlinburg wedding hosting for wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners. We can also host your next Gatlinburg catered event in our private dining area, including; holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, family reunions, engagement parties, birthday parties, office events, banquets and more.  All events are held on our private dining area.

Parkside Grill

From their website:

We have 2 private dining rooms for groups, as well as a semi-private dining room. Our private and semi-private dining rooms allow groups to share a meal together in the comfort of their own space. You can enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner in good company with friends and family. Our group dining options are great for any meal, from a family gathering to a business lunch. We can host up to 150 guests at our restaurant.

Benefits of dining with us with your group include free parking outside our restaurant, our extensive menu, our fresh salad bar, our comforting atmosphere, and our great location at the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Plus, we accept bookings in advance so you won’t have to worry about not getting a table! 

Cherokee Grill (Reservations)

From their website:

Conveniently located in Calhoun’s Village across from the Ober entrance, the upscale establishment has become a favorite for countless locals and visitors alike. With its mountain lodge atmosphere and abundance of Cherokee Indian artifacts, patrons can expect a truly authentic, Southern experience. Serving up mouthwatering steaks, fresh seafood, and rotisserie-style staples in the heart of Gatlinburg, Cherokee Grill has made a name for itself as the greatest steakhouse in the area.

The Melting Pot

From their website:

At The Melting Pot in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, we are in the business of making memories by bringing people together with the art of fondue. No matter what type of occasion you are celebrating, you can find a table for your party at our fondue restaurant. The Great Smoky Mountains make the perfect backdrop for your evening dinner with all of your friends, family, and coworkers.

Our private room accommodates up to 52 guests and is perfect for a wedding rehearsal dinner, reception, bridal or baby shower, corporate meeting and any other large group event.

Dancing Bear Lodge

From their website:

Looking for a space for your next private dining event? Look no further than the Appalachian Bistro at Dancing Bear Lodge in Townsend, Tennessee. We are able to accommodate groups of any size, with intimate rooms or large dining halls available to host you and your guests. Dinner with full bar service is available in an intimate setting for a private dining experience to remember. With delicious food from Chef Jeff Carter, the Appalachian Bistro caters to many different tastes, ensuring that you and your party will have plenty of dishes to savor and enjoy. Whether you are looking for a private dining space for your company, want to plan a birthday party that won’t soon be forgotten, or you simply need a space to enjoy an intimate dinner with a group of friends or relatives, we are eager to help you curate the perfect event.

Alisha Bacon