Reallyyyyy good bbq. My bf and I got a sample plate to share, and we loved it! It was the right amount of food for both of us, and we loved being able to try everything. The service is really good and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the vibe of the restaurant was really lowkey. Nothing fancy, just homey.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Had the best nap of my life after this read more

Delauders BBQ - Sample plate - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Was excited to go here after reading all the positive reviews. This was the some of the blandest and most 'meh' BBQ that I've ever had. Even the homemade sauce is not very good and the "HOT" was not hot at all. Service was fine, just food was extremely disappointing. read more

As a local content creator here in Gatlinburg The Gatlinburg Hussey, I tell everyone to visit Delauders BBQ...Order the Brisket and Slaw! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Wow .. it wasnt too busy at the time as well so that was an added bonus[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I definitely recommend going here for lunch or dinner read more

New location, same great bbq!!! The bbq is tasty enough to eat without sauce but I still also love the sauce so I prefer the combo of both. Good options, fast service. read more

Delauders BBQ - Pulled Pork Sandwich Potato Salad and a sucker - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

The best smoked barbecue me and my boyfriend ever had. Excellent home cooked food that's made to order. We split a full rack with a baked potato (def add the cheese) and baked beans. The meat was so tender and fall off the bone. The smokey flavor was not too overpowering and you could honestly eat it all without sauce. The bbq sauce was just too yummy to not have in the equation. The beans slapped and the baked potato was excellent. They just moved to this new location so they had a limited menu and we couldn't try the fried Mac n cheese (). We met both of the dedicated owners and they were so kind. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This new spot has limited indoor seating and some outside seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They are still in the process of settling in this new location but it was still busy and many locals seem to love this spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Happy we tried it on our vacation, would highly recommend. read more

Delauders BBQ - Full rack - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Great bbq! The brisket and ribs were amazing. Good portions, I do think the greens could have been a little better, I just felt like they were missing something but other than that everything was great. I'll definitely come back again. read more

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Best BBQ in Sevierville County! Friendly staff and great value! I like other BBQ restaurants in the county but Delauders gets my vote for the best! read more

Dad, son and bros back in the area for our annual outing...and back at Delauders! New location (from gas station to used car lot) but same great food! Moist, tender and tasty meats and quality sides. Friendly owners and attentive staff! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Seating better than gas station but still limited...but it's all about the food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Delauders BBQ - Three meat (sausage, pulled pork and ribs), two side meal (baked potato and green beans) - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Do yourself a favor and if you are visiting Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg and want to avoid the more commercial/touristy food spots, definitely come down to Delauders BBQ. We arrived about an hour before closing and we were able to order and be seated quickly. Service was very friendly and it gave off a very family-run restaurant atmosphere. No frills, just straight ol' good BBQ. The Sampler Dinner was a perfect choice and for the 2 of us was enough food to share. The pulled pork was absolutely the star of the show. In photos it looks kind of dry, but in person it was way more moist and wet. It didn't even need any sauce which is a great mark of fantastic pulled pork. The ribs were great as well. Tender and flavorful. I think they ran out of chicken and substituted it with what I believe was pork belly and that was also really great. The layer of fat was perfect to balance out the lean meat. The meat could have been more moist however, it was a tad dry. The sausage was just alright. And the brisket was definitely the most disappointing cut of meat. I will give Delauders the benefit of the doubt since we did arrive close to closing. The cut itself had little to no fat and so it was not just a lean bite but also pretty dry. That being said, Delauders is still absolutely worth a stop. Friendly prices and friendly service, that's southern comfort for ya. read more

Delauders BBQ - Outside - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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While there are non-meat options, this is not a place to consider if members of your party are looking for something vegetable forward. As the owner is quick to point out - it's a bbq joint. read more

Great barbecue and I love how it is a nice family owned restaurant; not commercial. Owner is really nice. It is an authentic restaurant and they have great customer service. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very nice family place with very good food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is standard but you will tell your friends about how good the food was. read more

After received the owners comments, I am updating my review. I can always appreciate an owner that is actively engaged in the running of their business, and that takes candid feedback to heart. While I don't think "giving me extra food" that I did not ask for makes up for anything, at least having the courage to digest a less than stellar experience and learn from it does. As a Yelp elite, we are not just given badges - we earn this recognition due to providing honest reviews of our experiences to the community. Every encounter is not going to be great, but how the establishment reacts to criticism publicly should tell their future customers what to expect when patronizing that business. Good on ya for not blame shifting to employees that you presumably hired and taking accountability for everything that happens at your business, whether you are there or not read more

Delauders BBQ - Two Meat Platter with a stew extra sides - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Best BBQ in the state of Tennessee! Sides are great too. Denny Delauder and his staff are amazing, knowledgeable people. New location 1305 Dolly Parton Parkway, Sevierville, Tennessee read more

I've never been to Tennessee and this was my first time visiting that state. The fiancé and I were actually in TN to watch NASCAR and when that was done we had a road trip down to Atlanta, GA. Another state I've never been to lol. Along the route towards that few hours of driving, we needed to stop by Delauders BBQ. We saw it on YouTube and everything looks sooooo good so it was on our list. So glad we did because it was finger licking good!!! They had a more limited menu that day but the fiancé and I got the dinner for 2 and he also got a side of brisket and we ordered the corn nuggets as well. For the sides we got baked beans, coleslaw, and friend mac and cheese. It also comes with buns so you can make a slider!! The pulled pork and ribs were sooooooo delicious!! My fiancé really enjoyed the brisket too! He was very amazed because I never would get my hands dirty when I eat ribs, maybe two fingers on one hand. But I was using both my hands which tells you how good those ribs were!!! The owner was super chill as well. Very easy to talk to and super nice guy! The business is family owned and ran and you definitely can tell he cares about his customers and community when talking to him. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside feels very homey as well! It has some cool looking decor![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] lol that street light! Haha anyways if you've never tried Delauders BBQ out in Gatlinburg, TN, then you definitely need to go!! You will not be disappointed!! I'm already drooling thinking bout the ribs there and when the next time I'll be able to go there again!! read more

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I am glad we got off the main strip in Gatlinburg to head to Delauder's for dinner. I always seek out BBQ since we don't have a lot of great BBQ in SoCal and Delauders was just what I needed. We shared a sampler plate with brisket, pulled pork, sausage, and ribs. The ribs were very tender, fell right off the bone! Pulled pork was juicy and the bbq sauce on the table was not too sweet, perfect addition. The brisket could have been a little more moist, but it could be that we were there an hour before close. The sides were delightful! Fried okra was crisp not soggy and the beans were your traditional baked beans which never disappoint. Good value, god food, friendly service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It felt like we were at their house receiving a home cooked meal![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Delauders BBQ - Meat sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Service was great! They no longer offer Mac and cheese which was a let down. They've changed locations and it was VERY small in there. The food was OK but maybe we're just used to Texas BBQ that has a lot of flavor... this was just a little bland. Very tender just bland. Green beans were overly salty and greens were okay. read more

Delauders BBQ - Two meat plate, brisket, sausage, greens and green beans - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

This unassuming BBQ place is doing everything right when it comes to food! After reading the reviews, I knew to not judge it by the outer appearance, and I am so happy I went for it. If you are looking for fancy digs, this is not it. But your belly will thank you. The ribs, brisket, sausage, fried macaroni and cheese, and potato salad were the tried items. They have soft drinks and iced tea (sweet and unsweet). No desserts were available, but I was told they generally offer banana pudding. They had a big catering event this day, so they weren't able to make it. The staff (also owners) were fantastic and friendly. Of note: there aren't many tables, but we didn't have a long wait. Definitely will be back, as this was one of our favorite stops on our Gatlinburg trip. read more

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Tried this place due to a YouTube video recommendation. We took it back to our resort. It was the best meal we've had this vacation! I had pork nachos. My husband had a pork sandwich with baked beans and potato salad. This was a tiny little hole in the wall so many would never know it exists , especially tourists but for the price it really was the best value and quite yummy!! read more

Wow hands down the best brisket sandwich around! Pulled pork with slaw on top superb!! Couldn't believe the size of the sandwiches. The meat was piled high. Glad they are here in sevierville now, we can visit often and we will! read more

They did it again!!!! Absolutely DELICIOUS!!! Fantastic pulled pork, ribs, potato salad, coleslaw and OMG the collard greens!!!!! Service was excellent! This BBQ is seriously the BEST...do yourself a favor and check them out! Can't wait to come back! read more

It's a shame he had to move locations. The food was served hot. The meats had the perfect amount of seasoning not to overshine the taste of the meat or the smoke. Whether you're a barbecue connoisseur or it's your first time you definitely want to give this place a try. read more

God.Guns.Football.BBQ. The four pillars of American society and I can say honestly and with 100% confidence that Delauder's definitively checks that last box. Upon the opening of the front door you suddenly get an overwhelming flash of nostalgia. This place is family owned, family run, and will leave you with your stomach full of good food and appreciation for the good old fashioned American plate of bbq. Nestled amongst the Smokies, [[HIGHLIGHT]]Delauder's BBQ is a rare breed in today's society--they serve their community well and provide a laid back, inviting atmosphere which is all completed with a hearty meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone should experience a meal like the one Delauder's offers. read more

Delauders BBQ - Two Meat Plate w Ribs and Brisket. Sides of Fried Okra and Fried Mac N Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Let's start with food. First & foremost... it's worth checking out. We all three loved everything we got. My husband & I got the Sneaky Pig sandwich. My husband said it's the best pulled pork sandwich ever! It wasn't fatty at all. It has a different twist with a special sweet habanero sauce that's a recipe unique to them. The lettuce on bbq was nothing like we've had before but the perfect touch. 10/10 recommend. My sister got the nachos & loved them. It was piled high & the tomatoes were so fresh. Maybe ask for the habanero to drizzle over it. & Get the Mac & cheese! This place is in what seems to be an old service station/gas station. It had a classic old school feel to it. The customer service was awesome. So friendly, helpful & fast. The owners son was awesome & happy to help with questions we had. Definitely takes pride in his family business. There's a little lady about 80yrs old working her butt off. She was great. We loved it. Listen to the good reviews & we hope you love it like we did. read more

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Food was excellent. I especially liked the smoky taste on their wings. Only issue was that they ran out of food. It doesn't look like much, but it's worth every penny. read more

First time here was 2016. New location since then. Easier to get to. Food just as I remembered. So good falling off the bone. This beats all other BBQ in the area. Don't leave town until you've come here. Need to wait until 4:00 pm. Not open Monday Tuesday and Wednesday read more

Delauders BBQ - Fried Mac and Cheese. 1/3 back ribs Wonderful creamy coleslaw - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

We visited Delauders on our last night of vacation, and I'm so glad we did. This place is very unpretentious and a true family business. Service was prompt and friendly. I had the ribs and they were perfect. Plenty of choices for sides--we tried the fries, coleslaw, Mac and cheese bites, and fried okra. My husband has the bologna sandwich and it was huge and delicious. The loaded potato, bbq pork, and brisket sandwich were all devoured and declared fantastic. If you're looking for a fancy atmosphere, this place isn't for you. If you're okay with laminated menus and down home cooking served with a smile, check it out! read more

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Returned here after 5 years ago when we found it. The BBQ is still great and so glad to support a family run restaurant! The meat tastes so good that I ate half of it without sauce. The prices are right on target, no over-paying for a big name restaurant here. read more

Delicious! This food is the real deal, none of the phony bbq being served in downtown Gatlinburg. Big portions of ribs that you know were made with love. And the sides were fabulous! The service was fast and friendly. read more

We went on Easter Sunday. had a bit of a wait as they were very busy. BBQ and service were great! Only 4 stars because they ran out of brisket. They did have an Easter special they were doing so that's understandable read more

10/10 best baked potato I had in my life. The brisket was amazingly tender and sooo good. The sauces are remarkable!!!!!!!!! Dam it was good!!!!!!! We will be back!!!!!! read more

I can't believe that I forgot to Yelp this place! On our last trip to Gatlinburg we tried this "local's" bbq joint. Do NOT be fooled by its unassuming appearance. It looks like an auto shop/filling station. It is not flashy in hopes of drawing tourists in. Because frankly, they don't have to be. The food in this humble, no frills restaurant is so good that it packs people in. You order and then they call you to pick up your food at the counter. Styrofoam plates and checkered vinyl table cloths set the "down home" feel. Great Mac n cheese to accompany AMAZING pulled pork and ribs. The perfect amount of smoke but, still moist. Not dried out like others. Thick, delicious sauce. Spiced well, not hot. We can't wait for our next Gatlinburg trip! read more

Delauders BBQ - Sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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First time at Delauders barbecue definitely will be going back great food [[HIGHLIGHT]]great family restaurant[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

The food was AMAZING. BBQ was great, sides were delicious. Definitely planning to return next time we're in Gatlinburg!!

It's not often a place lives up to the Yelp hype, but Delauders met expectations and then some. I was in Gatlinburg for vacation with some families and we wanted some authentic, honest to goodness smoked BBQ and Delauders did not disappoint. We ordered a number of platters on the phone for pickup. I think our eyes were bigger than our stomachs as we couldn't finish everything we ordered, but leftovers made for a great addition to our breakfast. Everything from the pulled pork, pork ribs, brisket, and the sides were all juicy, full of smoke flavor, and most importantly wasn't already covered in BBQ sauce. No cheating here! Based on some of the recommendations here, we also tried the holy bologna sandwich. If you're a fan of grilled bologna, pulled pork, and an assortment of condiments that scream 'merica, then this is your jam. Coming from someone who has a smoker and two grills, Delauders is the real deal. I didn't want a tourist trap or a place posing as authentic, but Delauders hit all the marks. This is a must when in the area. read more

Delauders BBQ - Ordered almost everything! - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

When traveling into Gatlinburg, stopping by Delauder's BBQ is a mandatory food stop for fantastic BBQ that is done right! We've tried several BBQ places across manyHoly Bologna Sandwich states, but since we found Delauder's in 2018, this has set the "gold standard" for us for BBQ. This great family owned and run restaurant keeps the unnecessary fluff to a minimum and the food and excellent service to the maximum. Come ad you are with an empty belly and have a great meal and memories. read more

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Although this hole in the wall doesn't look like much more than an old car shop that has closed up, don't be fooled. This was some of the best pulled pork I've ever had. The meat was incredibly moist and flavorful. You don't need BBQ sauce to cover any sort of dryness. I'd prefer it without sauce. The fried Mac N Cheese? Like getting the perfect bite of oven baked Mac every single time. I had the burger as well and I wish I'd gotten the pork instead. The burger wasn't bad, but didn't compete with the pork whatsoever. I'd go out of my way to go back here again! My wife: "This is the best pulled pork I've ever had. So sad it's so far away from us." read more

Looks are deceiving. Housed in an old gas station, the dining area is fairly small. Our party of six waited 45 minutes to sit. The food was excellent. The ribs were dry rubbed, very flavorful. The BBQ was moist and tender and benefited from the BBQ sauce on the table.The baked beans were smoky and filling. read more

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I've died and gone to barbecue heaven! Missy was right. This IS the best BBQ in town. Our pulled pork sandwich was so big that I had to split it with Missy. We didn't put any sauce on our sandwich because it was good as is, and Missy & I had it with slaw on top. First time eating this way, for me. Service was quick and excellent. Prices were good, too. Remember to bring cash - no credit. Very comfortable place to eat. Love the country music. read more

Delauders BBQ - We're sitting in back & this is behind us! - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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How to rate this place, hmmmm....... If you think a good BBQ joint is measured by the quality of its meat, this is the place for you. All five meats on the sampler platter were obviously smoked on site and worth the brief wait! And the sides were notable, too. We got the recommended fried mac & cheese and collard greens - both were spicy and had a little kick! On the other hand, if you expect polite accommodating service without a snarky attitude - at least on the numerous signs on the front door and several spots inside, you might want to slip Delauder's, refurbish if you're already having a tough day. From the funny sign on the front door about dogs not being welcome - which I strongly agree with, by the way! - to the sign advising restrooms are for customers ONLY and the other sign on the front door that says no teams or large groups and then proceeds to give a lengthy lecture about why, the mood is set before you even walk in the door. Next, you encounter the signs blocking the dining area directing all guests to wait here - both those who want to sit and those who just want to place a drive-thru order - and challenging you not to approach the order counter until someone comes to get you! Then, 10 ft further inside are the signs about vaping (don't or you'll be immediately directed to leave!) and something else. And that wasn't all! When I went into the men's bathroom, i saw another sizable sign that said don't even think about flushing your paper towels down the toilet because the other restroom across the hall isn't currently working for the same reason (it was open, in fact!) and warning that the last time it happened, it cost them $1,250! All of the content was understandable, but the attitude behind it means they either: (1) have been visited by lots of really spoiled, cranky customers who were over the top and drove the restaurant owners of staff to become dramatic, or (2) the owners or management needs a break from customer service. I thought about leaving as I waited for a few minutes but ultimately decided to try it out anyway...and glad I did, but pretty sure I wouldn't go back unless I were in just the right mood! They need to stop giving so many orders and look for a bigger place where they can spread out because the food is worth sharing with a large audience, but the snarky attitude would turn away most guests. FYI - they were friendly in person, which made the signs seem even more out of character. Worth a visit for some good food - just don't cross them or you might get yelled at, or sent packing! The irony is, if they replaced this small, dumpy old building with a newer one, they could probably attract and feed 3-4x as many customers and create many more raving fans! But the attitude would need to change to avoid running off all of the e extra people they might attract! read more