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The Appalachian, located in Historic Downtown Sevierville, Tennessee, is a contemporary Southern Appalachian dining experience that was created to tell a story and pay homage to the Smoky Mountain & East Tennessee region.

David Rule, Executive Chef and Partner, brings a modern approach to traditional Appalachian ingredients and dishes with an emphasis on smoky flavors coming from a large wood-burning hearth that is positioned in the heart of the kitchen.

“Our hope is that the restaurant provides Southern hospitality at its finest while presenting the greatest reflection and flavors of this amazing region.” - David Rule, Partner & Executive Chef

The Appalachian partners with local farms to be able to offer a true farm-to-table experience and fresh ingredients in every dish. The menu features a wide range of Appalachian-inspired seasonal dishes, from starters such as buffalo frog legs and fried chicken skins to mains including glazed duck, rainbow trout, and a variety of dry-aged steaks. To set the mood for this culinary experience, the interior design is led by darker tones with touches of brass, stone and wood. The Appalachian provides a unique culinary experience that you will not soon forget from intimate dinners, a night out with friends and even special events.

For reservations, please visit RESY, or call 865-505-0245. For more information, please visit www.TheAppalachianRestaurant.com.

Please note, The Appalachian prints its menu daily. The menu is subject to change based on availability, seasonality, and the chef’s desire.

Details

Outdoor Seating
Takes Reservations

Pricing

$$$ avg. $50-100 per person

Features

Takes Reservations, Allows Dogs

Dining Options

Dine In, Takeout, Vegetarian Options, Outdoor Seating, Kids Menu

Serves

Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Beer, Wine, Cocktails, Coffee

Parking

Free Parking Lot

Regular Hours

Mon: Closed Tue: Wed: Thu: Fri: Sat: Sun: Closed

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking, Entrance, Restroom, Seating

Filed Under

Restaurant, Fine Dining Restaurant, American Restaurant, Bar, Food, Point Of Interest, Establishment

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Location

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The Appalachian

Reviews 4.6 stars (921)

Manish Parekh - 2 months ago

All I can say amazing experience. From the host to the bartender/server everything was so pleasant and warm and welcoming! And as with the service the cocktails and then the food was exceptional. Best lamb I have ever had. And the unexpected side of corn bread was heavenly. We also had the burger which was cooked perfectly. Wish we had room left for dessert. If you are in the area this place is worth the visit!

Jeterria Thompson - 3 months ago

Appalachian Restaurant delivered a wonderful dining experience. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent! Savannah was attentive, friendly, and made us feel well taken care of throughout the evening. What set the experience apart was the head chef personally coming to our table to explain each dish (all locally grown), which added such a thoughtful and personal touch. To top it off, my friend was surprised with a dessert of her choice for her birthday, which made the night even more special. Everyone at the table thoroughly enjoyed their food. We will definitely be back!

Carley Jack - 4 months ago

Came for our anniversary. The staff at the Appalachian turned our dinner out into an entire experience. They sat us right by the kitchen where we got to witness all the action in the kitchen. We enjoyed everything they put in front of us. The chicken skins we had as an appetizer were delicious and a huge portion. The goat cheese, squash, and candied pecan salad was delicious. For our main, we had perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked steak paired with the mashed potatoes, carrots, and cornbread. If we lived closer we would visit The Appalachian often! Between the atmosphere and delicious food- I would highly recommend a visit to The Appalachian.

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