The beloved meal that combines the best of breakfast and lunch, brunch has become a staple in modern culture. Brunch itself found its origins in 19th century England when it was common for people to enjoy a late breakfast on Sunday and then follow that up with a light lunch in the early afternoon. What was originally called “Sunday dinner” was a more relaxed, and socially focused meal that today is referred to as brunch. When visiting Sevierville, here are six tasty brunch spots you will want to try out:
Five Oaks Farm Kitchen
1638 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862
865-365-1008
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Offering smiles as warm as the Smoky Mountain sunrise and service as sweet as honey from the comb, Five Oaks Farm Kitchen is a must-visit location in Sevierville for a scrumptious brunch experience. Five Oaks still proudly honors the traditions set forth by the restaurant’s founders, Dr. John and Blanche Ogle. Today, Five Oaks offers a variety of breakfast and brunch items, including griddle cakes and casseroles, as well as the thick “ring baked” griddle cakes topped off with warm cherries jubilee, real whipped cream, or bananas and brown sugar. Another option for the very hungry patron is the Harvest Morning Bounty with Sam Stinnet’s Special, The Campbell Maples, or the Back 40.
Five Oaks Farm Kitchen Signature Dish: Although all the menu items for breakfast and brunch are sure to be delicious, Five Oaks is known for its signature homemade cinnamon rolls. In fact, over 39,000 of these amazing delicacies have been sold since 2018. Be sure to try these farm-sized treats when visiting.
Chubby’s Deli
2659 Newport Hwy, Sevierville, TN, United States, Tennessee
865-453-1336
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Chubby’s Deli is uniquely situated in the Citgo Gas Station on Newport Highway in Sevierville. Although a gas station setting might not be the standard brunch destination, this is a local favorite for very good reasons. This husband and wife-owned and operated deli offers delicious dishes made to order in more than generous portions. You can dine in the small seating options available or sit at the retro bar. As the home of the famous Chubby burger, this is, of course, a signature dish. Keep in mind, when it comes to breakfast and brunch, portions are large enough to share, so bring a good appetite.
Chubby’s Deli Signature Dish: Breakfast sandwiches, along with the rest of their fabulous breakfast menu. There really aren’t any bad items on the menu, and some have even proclaimed their hash browns as the best they have ever had.
Seasons 101
101 E Main St, Sevierville, TN 37862
865-381-2101
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Situated in the heart of beautiful downtown Sevierville, Seasons 101 is an American Bistro-Style restaurant that specializes in high-quality presentation at moderate pricing. Their mission is to create a comfortable, casual environment but one of distinction with unparalleled service. Chef Deron Little was the winner of the Top Chef Knoxville Award in 2021, which marked the fourth time he was awarded this distinction, showcasing his immense skill.
The many items on the brunch menu include an elegant ambiance. Brunch menu choices include Bailey’s French Toast, which is freshly baked bread infused with Irish Cream and encrusted in almonds and frosted cornflakes, topped with cinnamon whipped cream and maple syrup. Other options include the Blue Crab Benedict, the Ovation Omelets, which is a new creation by the chef that changes every weekend, and the Brunch Burger.
Seasons 101 Signature Dish: The options change based on the chef’s preferences and locally sourced ingredients. However, one dish you must try is the Praline Pancakes, which are vanilla buttermilk pancakes with hazelnut maple praline, brown butter, and fresh fruit.
Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant
240 Apple Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
865-428-1222
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The Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant is well worth a visit as it continues its rich tradition of serving down-home southern favorites to more than a million guests yearly. Applewood holds the distinction of being Sevierville’s oldest restaurant and is still going strong after 35 years. It has been able to achieve this by being fully committed to guest satisfaction. With the motto “friends, family, fritters”, you can expect to be delighted with hearty Southern dishes. Filling farmhouse specials include Pa’s Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pancakes, Farmhouse Special Breakfast, Country Boy Breakfast Skillet, and more.
Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant Signature Dish: The apple fritters have got to be the signature item here at Applewood, although they aren’t in and of themselves a dish. In fact, complimentary single-service apple fritters, along with homemade apple butter and applewood julep are served with every meal!
Elvira’s Cafe
4143 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
865-390-3571
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Specializing in creating fresh, delicious dishes with organic and locally sourced ingredients, Elvira’s Cafe in Wears Valley is a must-try stop for brunch. Dining is available indoors and out, meaning that you can enjoy your brunch on the porch if you so desire. Beloved breakfast and brunch dishes include Tennessee Haystack, an open-faced biscuit topped with two eggs, ham, bacon, and homemade gravy, French Toast, freshly baked Italian bread slices, and the Early Riser Crepe, which is scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese.
Elvira’s Cafe Signature Dish: Although it hasn’t been available long, this dish has quickly become one of the most beloved at Elvira’s. The Chicken and Waffles is a brunch delight made with original Belgian pearl sugar waffles served with freshly fried chicken tenders. Pair it with honey hot sauce for an amazing experience!
Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin
1016 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862
865-774-5374
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Last up on our six tasty Sevierville brunch spots you will want to try is the Flapjacks Pancake Cabin. Serving country-style breakfast and fresh, scratch-made comfort food, Flapjack’s features something for everyone to enjoy. Of course, they specialize in flapjacks or pancakes but also offer a variety of other brunch-appropriate dishes, including the Wonderland Eggs Breakfast, the Elkmont Egg Platters, which comes with a choice of hashbrowns or two pancakes, omelets, Corned Beef Hash Skillet, chicken and waffles, and much more. The pancakes at Flapjack’s have been voted Best in the South by Southern Living and Best in the State by Delish.com. In addition, they introduced a gluten-free pancake in 2021, offering those with gluten sensitivity a brunch option they can also enjoy.
Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin Signature Dish: Really any of the pancake options could be considered a signature dish, but one of the most beloved pancakes at Flapjack’s is the fruit-enhanced cakes, like the banana pancake. They are requested over and over again.
Try Them All
Try any of the six tasty brunch spots the next time you are visiting the Sevierville or neighboring areas. Each one of them presents a unique experience and features a wide range of dishes and styles, so adding them to your itinerary is most certainly wise. From southern comfort food to gluten-free options and those that are more high-end, there is something for every style of brunch customer.
