Fluffy pancakes, warm biscuits and gravy, thick-cut french toast — are we making you hungry? You can find all these delicious breakfast foods and more when you visit Gatlinburg. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so you’re going to want to pick the perfect restaurant to enjoy it! To help you out, we’ve come up with 5 of the best breakfast restaurants in Gatlinburg:

1. Crockett’s Breakfast Camp

Head to Crockett’s Breakfast Camp for a hearty breakfast that is sure to get your morning started off on the right foot! This restaurant’s menu has every breakfast item you could ever dream of having, from farm fresh eggs cooked how you like them, to steak and eggs, to french toast, to breakfast burritos. Make sure you come hungry when you visit!

2. Log Cabin Pancake House

Take a step back in time when you dine at Log Cabin Pancake House. You’ll have both a tasty meal and friendly service at this restaurant in Gatlinburg. Enjoy breakfast specialties like country ham and biscuits, omelets, pancakes, crepes and more! If you miss breakfast, don’t worry — you can get the hot lunch buffet that includes a variety of meats, Southern-style vegetables, hot rolls, a salad bar and dessert!

3. Donut Friar

If you’re in the mood for a warm, melt-in-your mouth pastry and a hot cup of coffee, look no further than the Donut Friar! The Donut Friar is located in The Village in Gatlinburg. You’ll know when you get near because you’ll be able to smell the freshly made doughnuts, cinnamon bread and other treats. They also have cappuccinos, lattes and espressos made to your liking. It’s the perfect place for a breakfast that gives you the right amount of energy for an exciting day in Gatlinburg!

4. Pancake Pantry

Pancakes, pancakes and more pancakes! Pancake Pantry is sure to satisfy your craving for delicious pancakes, with 24 different varieties for you to choose from. But don’t let the name fool you — you can get so much more than just pancakes here! The restaurant also has french toast, waffles, omelets, eggs and more. Pancake Pantry has been a successful restaurant in Gatlinburg for more than 50 years! You’ll have to see yourself what makes both visitors and locals keep coming back.

5. Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que

We know what you’re thinking: a barbeque place serving breakfast? But you heard right. Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que has the best all-you-can-eat breakfast bar in the Smokies! You can enjoy a hearty breakfast of Belgian waffles, pulled pork, eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes and more! There are even home fries, grits, biscuits, sausage gravy and cooked cinnamon apples. But that’s not all. Grab some doughnut holes and blueberry muffins too, as well as some fruit! If you’d rather order off the menu, you’ll have your choice of a variety of breakfast favorites, like biscuits and gravy, omelets and pancakes.

Start your morning off right with a delicious breakfast at one of these restaurants in Gatlinburg. Discover more places to eat in Gatlinburg, and start planning your trip!