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Ole Red Gatlinburg

4.2(15,881)
American Restaurant

About

Ole Red Gatlinburg blends Southern comfort food with a lively honky-tonk vibe, featuring live country music daily. The spacious dining room showcases a ceiling-mounted tractor and offers hearty dishes like BBQ platters and hot chicken with waffles.

Ideal for casual business gatherings, Ole Red serves up generous portions alongside craft beers and cocktails in a relaxed setting. While reservations aren't accepted, the venue's energetic atmosphere and attentive service make it a standout spot for team dinners or client outings in the Smokies.

Best for

  • Casual team lunches with live music
  • Client dinners in a lively setting
  • Group gatherings with Southern comfort food

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Live Music
Regular live country performances
Ole Red Gatlinburg features top country talent performing throughout the day and evening, creating an energetic honky-tonk atmosphere that complements the dining experience.
Food & Beverage
Southern-inspired American cuisine
The menu offers finger-lickin’ Southern and American dishes like hot chicken and waffles and BBQ platters, praised for flavorful, generous portions that appeal to a broad audience.
Atmosphere
Lively, spacious honky-tonk setting
A vibrant, spacious venue with distinctive decor like a tractor mounted on the ceiling, combining a casual dining room with a bar and live music stage for a dynamic group experience.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 15,881 reviews