Restaurant in Gatlinburg, United States
Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
100Pearl PointsSteakhouse Verdict
About Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is a practical Gatlinburg pick when the group wants a central Parkway steakhouse dinner without making the meal feel overly formal. It is easier to recommend for couples or families seeking a dependable sit-down option than for diners chasing awards, chef pedigree, or a highly curated tasting experience.
In Gatlinburg, Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is an option to consider when the group wants a smart-casual meal and verified opening hours that run into the evening all week. Compare it with The Greenbrier or Calhoun's Gatlinburg if you are weighing other dining plans.
Book it for a smart-casual Gatlinburg meal, not an awards-led destination meal
The strongest verified case for planning around Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is simple: it is open daily, with Monday through Thursday from 4–9:30 PM, Friday from 4–10:30 PM, Saturday from 12–10:30 PM, Sunday from 12–9:30 PM. That makes it useful for travelers who want a meal in Gatlinburg without relying on unverified claims about awards, chef credentials, or a special menu format.
Plan it around the confirmed basics: Gatlinburg location, smart-casual dress, posted hours. Available verified information does not establish a tasting-menu format, special seating setup, bar program, price point, or walk-in flexibility, so avoid building the visit around those assumptions.
Where it fits among comparable options
Compared with The Park Grill, Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is the more name-explicit steakhouse comparison; The Park Grill is another option to cross-shop. The Heirloom Room: Creekside Restaurant & Bar is another option when the group wants to compare different settings. Wild Bear Tavern can also be considered for a different meal plan.
Use Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse as a Gatlinburg choice with smart-casual dress and clearly posted hours. If the plan is a special outing, compare it against The Greenbrier before committing. If the plan is a Gatlinburg meal with evening hours, it is a reasonable candidate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse?
Verified information here does not confirm specific dishes, menu highlights, or dietary details. Treat Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse as a Gatlinburg restaurant to review directly before you decide what to order.
When is Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse open?
Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is open into the evening every day. It opens at 4 PM Monday through Friday; on Saturday and Sunday, the verified hours begin at 12 PM, with Saturday running until 10:30 PM and Sunday until 9:30 PM.
What are alternatives to Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse?
Use The Park Grill or Calhoun's Gatlinburg if you want another Gatlinburg comparison. The Heirloom Room: Creekside Restaurant & Bar and The Greenbrier are also useful comparisons, while Wild Bear Tavern is another practical cross-shop.
What should I wear to Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse?
The verified dress code is smart casual.
What should a first-timer know about Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse?
The main verified details are the hours and dress code. Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is open Mon-Thu 4–9:30 PM, Fri 4–10:30 PM, Sat 12–10:30 PM, Sun 12–9:30 PM, with smart-casual dress.
Is Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse good for a special occasion?
It can be, if the occasion calls for a smart-casual Gatlinburg meal. Verified information does not establish a formal tasting-menu format, awards profile, or special-occasion package, so plan it around the confirmed hours and dress code.
Location
1002 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Gatlinburg, United States
Compare Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
Practical peer check
Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is the direct steakhouse pick among the listed Gatlinburg options. Calhoun's Gatlinburg is better for a casual, familiar meal; The Park Grill is better for a lodge-style dinner; The Greenbrier is stronger for a more occasion-focused night; The Heirloom Room: Creekside Restaurant & Bar is better when setting is the priority.
If you cannot get the table
Cross-shop The Greenbrier for a more special-occasion dinner, or The Park Grill for a broader Gatlinburg lodge-style meal. If the group wants something more casual, Calhoun's Gatlinburg is the easier fallback.
How it compares in Gatlinburg
Choose Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse when the group wants a central Parkway steakhouse experience with relatively easy planning. Calhoun's Gatlinburg is the safer casual pick for familiar barbecue-leaning comfort, while The Park Grill is the better fit for a broader Smoky Mountain lodge-style meal.
For a more occasion-led dinner, compare it first with The Greenbrier. The Greenbrier is the stronger special-occasion cross-shop; Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse is better when convenience and a steakhouse setting are the main priorities. The Heirloom Room: Creekside Restaurant & Bar is the better call if atmosphere matters more than Parkway access.
Wild Bear Tavern should be the backup for a more casual, lower-pressure meal. For readers comparing the whole city, start with our full Gatlinburg restaurants guide, then branch into Gatlinburg hotels, Gatlinburg bars, Gatlinburg wineries, Gatlinburg experiences.
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