Best Italian in Downtown Gatlinburg, TN

Old World Italian comes to Gatlinburg in the form of pizza pies, pasta and seafood.

It seldom happens that a name really does describe a restaurant. Certainly Taco Bell tells you what to expect and McDonald’s has come to be an icon, but Best Italian in Gatlinburg, Tennessee not only tells you what to expect but it also lives up to its name. For over 30 years Best Italian has been providing both pizza and Italian cuisine to locals and visitors alike in Gatlinburg. Their pizza is astounding, their Italian cuisine is incredible and their garlic knots are breath taking. Make sure to include Best Italian in your next trip to the Smokies.

New York style pizza in the Smokies, thin crust, big, and made to order, only at Best Italian. Their pizza is different and they have some toppings you don’t see in the chain stores: Pesto, feta cheese, artichoke hearts and more. Their pesto pizza is a green monstrosity with a whole different kind of pizza goodness. The Brazilian Béchamel is a white sauce pizza that will leave your mouth watering even after you are done. Or just order the size you want and keep adding toppings until you have the perfect made-to-order pie. Or try the same thing with their pizza dough used as a calzone. The calzone is enormous. Pizza at Best Italian is simply the… Best.

Loads of pasta. If their pizza is the best then their Italian cuisine is even better. Traditional Italian fare mixed with something special here and there. They carry all the favorites you might be looking for: spaghetti, fettuccine alfredo, eggplant parmigiana. But they have some signatures dishes that you shouldn’t miss. Chef Paul’s seafood medley is wonderful, enough seafood to sink a shrimp boat and a wine sauce that is simply decadent. And their wilted spinach side dish is beyond compare. Spinach wilted and served with fresh tomatoes. The Italian cuisine at Best Italian ranks up there with posh restaurants you would find in some of the greatest ‘foodie’ cities in the world.

Garlic knots! This is the basic side that comes with every meal. These little balls of heaven melt in your mouth and they are served almost floating in a garlic oil mixture and covered in parmesan cheese and bits of garlic. One recommendation is to always try and get the last one. When you get the last one, break it in half and let it soak in the garlic oil before you eat it. Best Italian is one of the little known eateries in Gatlinburg but it is out of this world. They are located in the Elks Plaza shopping center between traffic lights 8 and 9. Best Italian, their name really says it all.

Dolce UVA Wine Bar & Cafe

Dolce UVA is Gatlinburg’s premier casual wine bar. They offer a wide selection of local wines, as well as wines from around the world, champagne, as well as a generous selection of drought and bottled beer, and a full menu.

Next time you find yourself in downtown Gatlinburg, stop by Dolce UVA for a glass. They’re also known for their cafe menu. So, for anyone who wants to stop by, but fears they should grab a bite to eat before trying some of Dolce UVA’s delicious wine selections, have no fear.

The appetizer section is the first thing to jump off the menu at you. From the smoked cheese and salami plate to the French Brie and fruit, there is something for every palate. Other appetizers include Buffalo wings, home made fried potato chips, tomato mozzarella caprese, mozzarella cheese sticks, and chicken tenders.

Sliding on down the menu, you have your salads and wraps, then you come to the sandwiches and entrees portion. Sandwiches include the Angus burger, various chicken sandwiches, and ciabattas with your choice of fresh cold cuts, or the stacked hot pastrami.

If you’ll be stopping by for dinner, we’re sure that something on the entrees portion will call out to you. From the 10 oz. Ribeye steak to the grilled chicken pasta or the chicken penne pasta, you can’t go wrong. Bring along the kids too. Dolce UVA features a kids menu with hot dogs, burgers, chicken tenders, grilled cheese and peanut butter & jelly sandwiches.

Dolce UVA will leave you feeling like you’ve sampled the best of Italy when you leave. For a great time with friends, or a romantic evening for just the two of you, come out to Dolce UVA WIne Bar & Cafe in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg.

Dolce UVA
463 Parkway Suite 1
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3003
(865) 277-7585