Great bbq! Great service! Great place! Go here and get off the strip! Go ahead and order dessert don't wait till after dinner you are gonna kick yourself if you don't get it! I am! I'll just have to come back! read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Pulled pork, coleslaw, beans, burnt ends, hush puppies! Soo good! - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Preachers bbq was delicious! My partner and I came here for the first time and the owner was so kind and helpful to us. Food was 10 out of 10 and we had the whole dining room to ourselves, can't beat that! read more

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Sampler platter, WOW! Enough to feed 3 people and take some home. If you can eat smoked meats without using BBQ sauce, then you have a winner. Preacher's has a winning formula. All the meats were great. I would rank the chicken, ribs and pork as excellent. Brisket and sausage great. The burn ends were great, just a little too sweet for me. Baked beans, potato salad and French fries were all very good. The service was spot on and very quick. As far as looks, it is non-assuming. Again, I don't care about the atmosphere, as long as the food is excellent. We will continue to eat here. read more

I saw the reviews for Preacher's Smokehouse and thought it would be perfect for a Smokey Mountain lunch. We pulled in and saw a small shack and a full parking lot. My husband, knowing that I'm a snob on many levels, kindly asked if I was sure that I wanted to eat at Preacher's. I told him that the reviews were great and I was on vacation so it was time for me to branch out. We ordered our food- pulled chicken sammy with green beans and brisket with hush puppies and sat outside, under a tent, to enjoy the scenery. Our food came out very quickly and was piping hot. Our food was so good. And the sauce- THE SAUCE! I could drink any and all of the sauces that were out on the table. Would I go back- heck yeah! In a heartbeat! Should you go- also, heck yeah! Preacher's was a true diamond in the rough. Take it from a true foodie and otherwise snob! p.s...Leave Preacher's by taking a left out of the parking lot to enjoy a scenic drive back to town. read more

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The brisket and pulled pork are awesome! Great home style sides. We just happened upon this place and it was a hidden gem! We will definitely go back on our next trip to Tennessee! read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - My husband and I loved the BBQ here! Small business.. big flavor - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

This place is a hidden gem only discoverable because of things like Yelp. Four of us split the sampler platter, which came with every meat on the menu and two sides. The burnt ends were my favorite. There's a hint of sweetness to them. But the others were great too (brisket, pork, chicken, ribs). All the meats came chopped except the ribs. It was all fantastic! The people who work here are also very friendly. If I lived here, I'd be a regular. read more

Preacher's Smoke House BBQ is hands down the best BBQ I've ever had--absolutely outstanding! From food to service! You can tell it's family-owned because every bite is made with love and passion. The flavors were spot on, the portions were generous, and the food was cooked to perfection. If you're a true BBQ fan, this place is a must-visit. Easily the best I've had anywhere in the world of BBQ! read more

Found this place not much off the beaten path and sure glad we did ! Pork and burnt ends were our choice...very tasty. Will try the ribs next time, as they looked exceptional and those who ordered them I heard bragging. For dessert, the Skillet Bun hit the spot on a cold, blustery night. Think warm cinnamon bun cooked in a cast iron skillet. Get two, so you don't have to share ! If Preacher's is good enough for Jimmy Fallon and Dolly Parton, it's good enough for you, too ! read more

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Ask about the story and you will want to come here even more, the food is always outstanding and a go to whenever we are traveling the area. The service and top notch but what else do you expect from such a giving establishment which only adds to the views and look. We enjoyed the newly added menu option the Sampler ... and it was more than filling for two people with left overs to take home to enjoy. You won't go wrong just make sure your stomach is ready to be filled read more

Food, prices, customer service is the best! It's off the beaten path but totally worth it! Nestled in the heart of the smoky mountains. You can dine in or outside! Great views! The hot bbq sauce is my recommendation on the pulled pork sandwich! You can't pick a bad side with your sandwich. Mac and cheese is one of the best but so is the white chili and fries and hush puppies! Oh and the banana pudding is pretty darn tasty too! ENJOY! read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Preacher's sign! Don't miss it! - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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Well, Yelpers, it has been a manic year, to say the least, and due to this, I have been unusually quiet on Yelp! However, whilst stuffed to the gills and still drooling from the flavor, I have found reason to get back on board... Preacher's Smokehouse. Hubby has been following Preacher's for years on social media (altho never mentioned it to me) and today he finally decided was the day to try it and try we did. I had the pork sandwich with a side of tater salad, he had the 3 meats PLUS ribs and 2 sides because he couldn't make up his mind. His choice was the ribs, burnt ends, smoked sausage, and pulled pork, also with tater salad (is there such a thing as BBQ without??) and Baked Beans. As a 'side' note, the sides are huge and easily shareable for two. I have to say that the pork with the seasonings alone before the sauce is added was simply lip-smackin scrumptious. Hubs still can't decide which he liked best on his plate, I can tell you he finished the lot! It truly was good, stuffed as we are, we still added the banana puddin' - to go! Preacher is friendly, a lovely southern gent and eager to make sure your experience is top-notch, not to mention he does a tremendous amount for the community. Come on out Yelpers! Let's support great bbq. read more

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We went based on the great reviews and found the food to be just OK. The lady who waited on us was very nice and the prices were good. I just expected above average food which did not turn out to be true. Not going include review of the french fries because it isn't fair to review fries that were eaten 10 minutes later and as take out. Pro: - Pulled pork was excellent - Banana Pudding very good Con: - Mac and cheese not good. A powdered cheese taste. - Brisket was OK. It was more like shredded roast beef. It was shredded like pulled pork. Not something I would do again. read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

We stopped in right at open on a Saturday morning at 11am. Everyone was so friendly from the second we walked up until the moment we left. We were checked on twice while we ate to see if we needed anything. You walk up to order at the window and then go inside to the dining area to eat. We ordered the chili cheese fries to share. These were delicious! The fries were well seasoned and crispy and the chili on top was flavorful abs hot. Would definitely order again. I got the one meat combo with pulled pork. For my sides I got the Mac and cheese and the potato salad. The pork was tender and tasty. The 3 sauces on the table were hot, original and sweet. My favorites were the hot and original. I wouldn't have minded a little more heat in the hot. The Mac and cheese was hot and fresh. Added a little salt and pepper and it was great! The potato salad was great too. My friend got 2 meats with the pulled pork and smoked sausage. I tried the sausage and loved it!! Her sides were Mac and cheese and baked beans. She said the baked beans were amazing. Smoky and sweet. Perfect balance. She also ended with the banana pudding and said it was satisfying as well. Overall, we enjoyed this meal so much that we will definitely be back when visiting the area again. read more

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Great BBQ and service in a cute little building in the country. We will come back next time we are in the area. read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Pork plate - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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Wish we could give them 10 stars. The hostess gave wonderful recommendations and all the food was amazing! The ribs melted off the bone, the beans were a hit with our picky daughter, the burnt ends were tasty! It was a wonderful meal! All the sauces were delightful! Our belly's were left happy and full, but we are excited to try the banana pudding once we get home! Truely a treasure to find! read more

Stopped by this restaurant and was not disappointed! There was a large line that went quickly, the guys working there seemed to know how to handle business. Everyone in line said it was the best food in the area. The meat was on point! Will definitely be back read more

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Amazing, off the beaten path, beyond friendly staff and owner. Loved the homey feel of mom and pop roadside food stops that I remembered as a kid. We tried a bit of everything, the ribs and burnt ends where a table favorite. Chili and baked beans were delicious. Pork and brisket had great flavor but my hubby wished the brisket was sliced not chopped. Just a personal preference.will definitely revisit on our next trip through. read more

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Stopped in here after the locals told us we had to try it. The cutest down home bbq restaurant around, the burnt ends & Mac&cheese are to die for. The ribs were so tender we literally pulled the bones out and ate them with a fork. Very homie! read more

Quaint setting at the edge of a mountain. Great food! Good prices... The guy taking your order is the preacher himself!! read more

Do not miss Preacher Sam's sampler plate! Tell him we sent you. He delivers the platters himself and will share his rib recipe if you chat long enough. So glad we stopped on our final day in the Smokies! read more

We really wanted to love this place...we just didn't. Ordered brisket with mac and cheese and ordered burnt ends with potato salad. We didn't really like any of it. The brisket is shredded beef and we did not like the seasoning. Typically brisket has a heavy bark when smoked and this was more like pot roast. The mac and cheese was like a bad box mix. Burnt ends were ok, nothing to write home about. Again, really wanted to love it. We are locals and live here and love to support local businesses. Unfortunately, this isn't one we would want to go back to. read more

We always enjoy what ever we order from Preacher's. Great food and service. Order ahead because you don't want to miss out.

Away from the crazy of Gatlinburg- this is a must for local BBQ- the brisket is amazing. Friendly owner and staff- highly recommend.

Best little hole in the wall ever! Super friendly staff and make sure you go for dessert you won't be sorry!!!

Great little bbq spot best bbq I have had. Nice people. View of the countryside and mountains. Ate on the porch. read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - View from the table - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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Wanted to try a new local business out and this is what I picked. My sister and I both loved the pulled pork and Mac & cheese. Baked beans were good as well. I didn't really care for the chicken, as I thought it would of came with some kind of seasoning on it besides the bbq sauce on the side. My sister liked the fries as well. I didn't enjoy the burnt ends but everyone's taste buds are different. I didn't like the taste of them, with or without the bbq sauce. I would eat here again but I'll stick to the pulled pork / fries / Mac & cheese. I love supporting local businesses and remember, always pay in cash when it's local. Didn't get a picture of my food but my sister did of hers. The workers there were also very friendly and nice. read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

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Legit barbecue off the side of the road. The burnt ends aren't burnt, really, but they are good! The coleslaw is amazing! My friend got the 4 slab ribs with beans and tater salad. The beans were amazing. The ribs were a bit fatty, but good. I'd definitely return and the prices are reasonable. The people running it are super nice. By the time we left, the room was packed. Get here, before they run out. read more

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The food was good. The location was convenient. The owner and employees were very kind and courteous. The owner was very attentive to our needs and was genuinely interested in whether we were enjoying our food. He also saw us off and thanked us for coming on our way out. This location is a quaint little bbq place off of the strip, away from the traffic and seems to be a favorite of locals. You're in the right place when you find working men and Sherrif's deputies there. read more

What a great little find. We just got into town and our rental cabin was not quite ready for us. We wanted to find a local spot with good food and a kid-friendly atmosphere since our two little ones had been stuck traveling in the car allllll day. This place delivered! The bbq was excellent (we got pulled pork, pulled chicken, ribs and brisket). The ribs were by far the best, our whole party agreed. The Mac n cheese and cole slaw were both outstanding, too. The only side we weren't a fan of was the green beans, which lacked flavor. But otherwise, was a great meal and the boys enjoyed playing with their trucks in the dirt under the dining tent. The weather was perfect for eating outside, too, although there is indoor parking as well. The service was the epitome of southern hospitality, which is always appreciated. Would return when we are in town next! read more

I had the burnt ends with fries and coleslaw. The burnt ends with fries were fantastic meat was tender and flavorful and the fries were crispy. Their sauces are great they have traditional BBQ, hot BBQ, and cola BBQ. The only bad part was the coleslaw which is almost a purée which wasn't great. The service was amazing he came out and talked to us and asked us if we wanted refills really friendly. The ambiance was like an old house made of wood. The house is also a church on Sundays so it makes for a unique vibe. I would definitely recommend this hidden gem! read more

Love this place! Best place we dined at while on vacation! We meet the owner really good man. We ordered the pulled pork and brisket sandwich. Absolutely loved it best bbq we've had in awhile. Definitely recommend read more

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We are visiting out of town and we're recommended by the Ziplining guide that we HAVE to come here. It's not in the touristy area, which is great! It's a small, hole in the wall which is also a plus. Spots like this usually have the best food ;) Staff was incredible and so friendly. Thankfully we got there 10 minutes before closing and they still had some meats left. We were hungry & prepared to EAT. We ordered full slab of ribs, burnt ends, mac and cheese, potato salad, slaw AND chili cheese fries. Ribs were delish, fall off the bone. We loved the sauces too. Burnt ends were amazing. I think the ribs were more pricey than normal but they were pretty big. You get what you pay for. Sides we're pretty basic and still yummy - but we're really focusing on the meats. Chili cheese fries were good and I love that you can taste the smoked flavor in the chili. I would go back again and again. read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

We were told by a worker at the KOA that we needed to go here. We got the 3 meat and rib platter. The food was awesome. The sauces were awesome. A Small mom and pop restaurant. You must try it. read more

So glad we found this gem! Amazing staff and food! Super reasonably priced. Most of the group did the sampler, and all the sides we tasted were great! Loved the banana pudding. So glad I got the last one! read more

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I am picky about bbq. We were in town for my teen son's birthday, and he asked for "good barbecue" for dinner. I looked around the area, and many places had mixed reviews. We asked a local, and they said Preacher's was the best and worth the drive. Let me tell you...it's some of the best I have EVER had. Rib meat falling off the bone, perfect pulled brisket, and amazing burnt ends. Nothing we ordered was any less than amazing. Our local source was right. Take the drive. It's about 20min outside Pigeon Forge and worth every minute. Far better than anything you can get on the main drag. My son and his friends were happy. And so was this guy. Will be going back next time I'm in the area. read more

Preacher's Smokehouse - Barbra's it would be served...simple and full of flavor. - Barbeque Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

The restaurant is very rustic with very simple tables and chairs. The employees were efficient and friendly but the best part was the food which was very good. read more

The service was great! Everyone was super nice and welcoming. The food was delicious! I had bbq pork and smoked sausage with baked beans and Mac and cheese. The sides were super delicious and the meats were cooked perfectly. The banana pudding was great! The portions were amazing and the prices were not bad at all. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town read more

worth it, come early , sometimes bots claim you need more words in your review so here i am complaining to the bots. Preachers is real good - all you need to know read more

This was by far the best barbecue place I've ever eaten at! The food was delicious and the service was superb! I'll definitely go again the next time I'm in Tennessee! read more

I do not give out 5 stars often but this place more than earned them! The service alone would be enough to bring me back but the food is truly something that made me question my decision to live in the northern part of the country. This simple structure made with love felt like a warm embrace from the moment we stepped on the porch and the feeling continued into the dining area. It is humble, simple and absolutely wonderful. If you are looking for BBQ in the Gatlinburg area, skip the tourist crap and come to Preachers! read more