Restaurants near Smoky Mountain River Rat

Very Pleasantly surprised after a few days of mediocre food we arrived at what I can best describe as a Houston ‘s quality restaurant impecable service and great quality food every dish served properly and warm. The Crab Dip was extraordinary. Clam Chowder at its best. I had the Trout was light and pleasantly seasoned. The Desserts were the only disappointing dishes…otherwise Great experience!

We went to Dancing Bear last evening to celebrate my husband's 81st trip around the sun! It is our go-to spot for all special occasions and when we just want to give ourselves a treat. Also, it is always the dining venue requested by family and friends who visit us in East TN. We had fried gulf oysters for our appetizer. They were excellent as was my entree of trout with grits and my husband's brined pork chop. Their staff is welcoming and personable - attentive without hovering. We had the added treat of being seated near the fireplace which was most welcome on a bitterly cold night. We love everything about the Dancing Bear - location, ambiance, service and especially the food. Not only do we love it but so does everyone we have ever treated to a meal there.

Food was very good and the waiter we had was very nice and friendly.

Dinner was outstanding and our server Chloe was very attentive and personable (even with a huge crowd)! We stopped at the bar to survey the bourbon selection before our table was ready and the bar tender immediately asked if there was anything we needed. At dinner, our steaks were great - don’t sleep on Neva’s potatoes!

We ate many places during the holidays and this was by far the best food and service we received! We didn’t feel we were being rushed either and that’s a big plus!