- Best Lodging 2017 -
Best Cabin Rentals 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Aunt Bug's Cabin Rentals
Aunt Bug's Cabin Rentals is the recognized leader in prestigious luxury cabin rentals in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & The Smoky Mountains. Whether you are looking for a cabin with a spectacular mountain view or a premier cabin on the Little Pigeon... [+ More]
3rd Place:
Dollywood Cabins

Best Hotel 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Margaritaville
Inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and author Jimmy Buffett, Margaritaville Island Hotel located in the Great Smoky Mountains is the perfect setting to escape the everyday, discover a new outlook and just chill....
2nd Place:
The Inn At Christmas Place

Best Condos 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Mountain View Condos
True to its name, Mountain View Condos in Pigeon Forge offer mountain views from every condo unit. French doors lead to a private balcony or patio from both the living room and master bedroom. Each master suite features a king-size bed plus a bath wi...
Best Campground 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Cades Cove
Over 2 million visitors annually come to enjoy the scenic beauty of Cades Cove and its many historic structures. Popular activities here include hiking, biking, touring the 11-mile Cades Cove loop road and observing wildlife. Whether blanketed in bri...
2nd Place:
River Plantation RV Park

3rd Place:
KOA Pigeon Forge

Best Resort 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Dollywood DreamMore
Family time comes naturally at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa™. Surrounded by the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains in Pigeon Forge near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, yet only minutes away from excitement, Dollywood's DreamMore Resort offers eve...
2nd Place:
Margaritaville

3rd Place:
Wilderness At The Smokies

- Best Dining 2017 -
Best Pancakes 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Log Cabin Pancake House
When you visit Log Cabin Pancake House, you take a nostalgic step back in time to when life was simpler, meals were hearty and the people were friendly and sincere in their willingness to be helpful to those they meet. We take pride in both the prepa...
2nd Place:
The Old Mill

3rd Place:
Flapjacks

Best Pizza 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom is proud to serve Pigeon Forge with Southern style hand tossed pizza, plus calzones, hoagies, burgers, salads, desserts, and more! Full bar available stocked with bomber bottle and draft craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, and an exte...
3rd Place:
Smoky Mountain Brewery

Best Ribs 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
Our pit master smokes ribs, chicken, sausage, beef and pork to make it mouth watering. Located the heart of Pigeon Forge. This is Bruce's first restaurant in Pigeon Forge which began over 20 years ago, and it remains family owned and operated. Lon... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Calhoun's

3rd Place:
Texas Roadhouse

Best Steak 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Alamo Steakhouse & Saloon
Our hand cut, aged Black Angus steaks are cooked over an oak fire, making our steaks. Locals have voted "Best Steak" for Alamo Steakhouse six years! A great location brings you fantastic Texas-style steaks and unique appetizers such as stuffed mus... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Texas Roadhouse

3rd Place:
Calhoun's

Best Barbecue 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
Our pit master smokes ribs, chicken, sausage, beef and pork to make it mouth watering. Located the heart of Pigeon Forge. This is Bruce's first restaurant in Pigeon Forge which began over 20 years ago, and it remains family owned and operated. Lon... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Corky's

3rd Place:
Calhoun's

Best Southern Cooking 2017


🏆 1st Place:
The Old Mill
Get a taste of true Southern hospitality at The Old Mill Restaurant. We’re known for our old-fashioned, classic Southern food; and we’ve gained reputation as one of the best restaurants in the Smokies. We’re a favorite local spot and attrac...
2nd Place:
Applewood Farmhouse

3rd Place:
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen

Best Breakfast 2017


🏆 1st Place:
The Old Mill
Get a taste of true Southern hospitality at The Old Mill Restaurant. We’re known for our old-fashioned, classic Southern food; and we’ve gained reputation as one of the best restaurants in the Smokies. We’re a favorite local spot and attraction...
2nd Place:
Applewood Farmhouse

3rd Place:
Cracker Barrel

Best Fine Dining 2017


🏆 1st Place:
The Chop House
Established in 1992 by Mike Connor with the help of family and friends, The Chop House has become one of the premier casual restaurant concepts in the Southeast, with 12 locations spread across 4 states. The number one goal of The Chop House is to pr...
2nd Place:
The Peddler Steakhouse

3rd Place:
Cherokee Grill

Best Seafood 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Bubba Gump's
You're bound to find something you'll love on our menu. From out of this world seafood dishes to our amazing slow roasted ribs, we've got a wide variety that's sure to please. We use only top-quality ingredients in everything we make, from our abunda...
2nd Place:
Joe's Crab Shack

3rd Place:
Harpoon Harry's

Best Kid Friendly Dining 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Cici's Pizza
Best Pizza Buffet in Pigeon Forge, TN! Endless pizza, pasta, salad, soup & desserts! Known for its endless pizza, pasta, salad, soup and dessert buffet, CiCi’s won the Technomic 2014 Consumer’s Choice award for best kid-friendly quick service res...
2nd Place:
Mellow Mushroom

3rd Place:
The Old Mill

- Best Drinks 2017 -
Best Drinks 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Smoky Mountain Brewery
Smoky Mountain Brewery is the oldest craft brewery in East Tennessee. No single element impacts the success of a menu more than high-quality ingredients. We start with the best quality so that the best quality is what ends up on your plate. We also s...
2nd Place:
The Local Goat

3rd Place:
Dude's Daquiris

Best Moonshine 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Ole Smoky Moonshine
We're Appalachian born and bred. The Ole Smoky families are among the first to step foot in the Smoky Mountains. Like other families, we have honed the art of whiskey making in order to survive during tough economic times. We're among friends here, n...
2nd Place:
Old Forge Distillery

3rd Place:
Tennessee XXX

Best Winery 2017
🏆 1st Place:
The Apple Barn
Located on the banks of the Little Pigeon River in the Apple Barn Village, the Apple Barn Winery is surrounded by the world-famous Apple Barn General Store & Cider Mill, two great restaurants, a bakery, a candy store, an ice cream shop, and a Christm... [+ More]
Best Bar 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Smoky Mountain Brewery
Smoky Mountain Brewery is the oldest craft brewery in East Tennessee. No single element impacts the success of a menu more than high-quality ingredients. We start with the best quality so that the best quality is what ends up on your plate. We also s...
2nd Place:
The Local Goat

3rd Place:
Blue Moose

- Best Attractions 2017 -
Best Overall Attraction 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Dollywood
If you're planning a trip to Pigeon Forge, TN, then you have to consider visiting Dollywood while you're in town! This must-visit Pigeon Forge attraction is one of the country’s most-loved theme parks -- complete with thrill rides, award-winning sh... [+ More]
Best Arcade 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Arcade City
Shoot, y'all, this is really fun! Shoot some hoops, take down a few bad guys, master the claw and cross the finish line first - there are endless ways to get your game on at Arcade City! Come in and save big with our play card specials! Also, don't f... [+ More]
Best Theater Or Show 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Dolly Parton’s Stampede
Watch as 32 magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and friendly competition. The show culminates with an emotional musical conclusion set to a patriotic salute of Red, White, and Blue—featurin... [+ More]
- Best Outdoors 2017 -
Best Zipline 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Foxfire Mountain Adventures
Soar from mountain top to mountain top with professionally certified guides. Fly like a bird through the magical forest and walk on the longest swinging bridge in America. 15 Breathtaking Zip Lines. Over 150 Awe-inspiring Acres. Offering the best ... [+ More]
Best Rafting 2017
🏆 1st Place:
Rafting in the Smokies
“One day here makes a lifetime of memories!” Whether high in the treetops or down in the rapids, get ready for action-packed outdoor adventure! Take in Rafting, Zip Lining, Ropes Challenge Course, Rock Climbing Wall and a 150 foot swinging br... [+ More]
Best Mini Golf 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Hillbilly Golf
Two unusual miniature golf courses that are packed with mountain hazards such as moonshine stills, outhouses, rocky walls and native plants. Hillbilly Golf Gatlinburg is an unforgettable experience including an incline rail up the side of the mountai...
2nd Place:
Old MacDonald's Farm

3rd Place:
Davy Crockett's

Best Go Karts 2017
🏆 1st Place:
The Track
The Track Family Fun Parks in Pigeon Forge, TN feature fun for the whole family with multiple go-kart tracks, blaster boats, Kids Country rides, an arcade, and more. The Track’s signature attraction is the elevated Wild Woody go-kart track, where d... [+ More]
Best Horseback Riding 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Walden's Creek Riding Stables
Our horseback riding stables is a family attraction for Smoky mountain guests and neighbors alike. Horseback riding on over 500 acres with horses, cowboys, cowgirls keep the action going year round. There is plenty of excitement and adventure for the...
2nd Place:
Five Oaks Riding Stables

3rd Place:
Next To Heaven Mountain Adventures

- Best Weddings 2017 -
Best Venue 2017
🏆 1st Place:
RiverStone Resort
If you’re looking to truly get away from it all on your next Smoky Mountain vacation, consider checking in at Riverstone Resort. This luxurious lodge offers a variety of accommodations: From condo-style towers to cozy log cabins, you’ll love maki... [+ More]
3rd Place:
Hidden Mountain Resort

Best Chapel 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Little Log Wedding Chapel
Gatlinburg's Little Log Wedding Chapel is the premier wedding chapel in Gatlinburg accommodating up to 100 guests. Since your life as a couple begins on your wedding day, it should be filled with sentimental moments that will stay fresh in your memor...
2nd Place:
Angel's View Wedding Chapel

3rd Place:
Bluff Mountain Inn

Best Catering 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Buddy's BBQ
We’re famous for our hickory-smoked pit bar-b-q and all the fixin’s. And we’re also well-known for a wide selection of other delicious catered options brought to you with complete and always courteous service. We specialize in memorable events,...
2nd Place:
Bullfish Grill

3rd Place:
Chef's Catering

Best Music 2017


🏆 1st Place:
Smokey Mountain Sounds
Smokey Mountain Sounds provides DJ Services in the Smoky Mountain Area including Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and the surrounding areas. We specialize in weddings and events. With over twenty years in business, we look forward to creating m...
2nd Place:
Robbyn James Trio
