Some attractions sell an experience. Some sell a product. The Apple Barn Cider Mill somehow manages to do both. What started as a simple stop turned into one of the more enjoyable experiences of our trip. The star of the visit was our guide, who took us on a cider journey through the various flavors and offerings. She was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely seemed to enjoy what she was doing. She answered questions, explained the differences between the ciders, and made the tasting experience fun instead of feeling like a sales pitch. And since there's a chance she might somehow see this review: Happy 40th Birthday! Sorry I forgot your name, but your hospitality certainly wasn't forgettable. Now let's talk about the cider. Excellent. There was a large variety of flavors available to sample, making it easy to compare styles and find a favorite. Whether you're new to cider or consider yourself a seasoned enthusiast, there's enough variety here to keep things interesting. After sampling our way through the lineup, we wound up purchasing a glass of the original apple cider and enjoyed it outside. And honestly, that's where the experience really came together. Sitting outside with a fresh cider in hand, playing cornhole and Jenga, enjoying the atmosphere, and slowing down for a little while made for a genuinely relaxing afternoon. No rushing. No crowds pushing you along. Just good cider and good company. We also picked up a growler to bring back to the hotel because one thing became very clear during the tasting process: leaving empty-handed would have been a mistake. The Apple Barn Cider Mill does a great job creating an experience that's welcoming, fun, and memorable without feeling overly commercialized. Great cider. Great staff. Great atmosphere. Five stars. And judging by the growler currently waiting back at the hotel, I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

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We have been visiting every year since 1980, and always have a Grande Time. Travel Tip: try to avoid if tourist buses are present. The Apple Barn & Cider Mill is a great preview for surrounding shops. Must visit. read more

I want to be negative about this massive tourist churning establishment right off the parkway, but I really can't say anything bad about it after I brought my very picky Ohio in laws here for lunch & they loved it. We came for a late lunch around 2 on the weekend after Christmas, it was surprisingly not busy & we walked in. Our server Chris was on top of his game & patient with our party of 5 & while we browsed the menu for a bit brought out the complimentary apple fritters & juice as soon as we were seated & was really kind enduring my FILs joking during the meal with a smile & quip here or there. I had the bbq chicken wings which is not something I'd usually go for but they looked good & they really were. They were big & had a nice crunch & they sauced them WELL. Fries were solid also. My mother in law is a lady fond of few dishes & one of them is chicken salad. She gave the one here high praise. She also really enjoyed the birds in the case in the dining room. If you've got a large group or picky northerners I think you could do a lot worse than coming here. read more

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Didn't spend long here, because we arrived riiight before closing, but props to the staff for making my friend's day by doing the world's fastest wine tasting! She walked out with a couple of bottles of wine, but I was flying without checked baggage and have to order online for shipping. read more

The Apple Barn & Cider Mill - Apple Barn Winery: Tastings Available - Specialty Food Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

This place is a must during your visit here and if you like apples! You can get everything apple and it's all so good! Loved purusing through the store, trying some apple cider donuts, ciders, and bought some apples to go (they had some varieties I had not seen before). Service was very friendly here. We didn't do the wine tasting or eat at the restaurant but I would like to come back to do that. Definitely a fun spot to hangout for a few hours :) read more

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The Apple Barn & Cider Mill is definitely worth checking out if you are in the area. Such a charming place with a beautiful landscape. We didn't plan to stay and explore everything too long. We primarily came here to pick up an apple pie. The apple pie was so delicious and we are glad we decided to get one from here. The service was very friendly as well. We checked out the general store and there are a ton of interesting things for sale. There is also a cider bar/house, candy store, winery, ice creamery, and restaurant area. You could definitely spend a good amount of time here and I wish we did. I definitely recommend!! read more

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Great selection of items to take home. They make sure everything is packed without breaking. We even visited the restaurant on site. read more

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Great Fried Chicken, family style sides were all good. Nice touch with the Apple Fritters. Great service from Shanna. Helped us navigate the menu as first time visitors. read more

This was a cool place that we visited and checked out when we were at the Apple barn area. And had souvenirs and things you could buy shop take home sample all the good things. I had a nice down home to it. read more

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We've visited Apple Barn numerous times. It is a staple restaurant. Food is consistently good and you leave full! read more

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I think everything in this area of the Apple Barn would appeal to most people. The items for sale weren't too overpriced considering the area. I picked up a couple of things and didn't sell a organ to buy them read more

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The Apple Barn isn't just a store or restaurant, it's an apple attraction. Perhaps, the Disneyland of apples. They have a restaurant, a store, a winery, a bakery, a candy store, and cider house. This is a busy spot! We visited on a Monday morning so we were able to find a parking spot. I'd imagine that you need to come early on weekends. The shop offers a great variety of fresh and packaged apple products. They have ciders, butters, boxed mixes, cheese, and gift items. You can also buy a variety of fresh apples. We purchased several types of cider that were all very good. We enjoyed the regular apple, cherry apple, and apple peach. When we visit next we'll be stocking up on this. The winery had a nice variety of wine options, not just apple wines. They have a tasting counter and a shop with wine gifts. The bakery has apple dumplings (delicious), apple turnovers (delicious), and more. The baked goods would be best enjoyed right away when they are fresh and hot. The candy store has typical packaged candies and a case of fresh chocolates. The kids will love stopping here. The property has some tables around. You could really take your time here and hang out for awhile. If you've just traveled in, they have restrooms in the middle of the outdoor area. The Apple Barn is a must stop in the Gatlinburg area. Bring a cooler if you'll be out and about after your stop. You don't want to miss out on the ciders! read more

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Brought a friend that has never been to the area. So much to see! We did wine and cider tasting - a must if you visit - and browsed the great country store. There is an ice cream shop, candy shop and restaurant on site also. Beautiful area with a lot of neat things to see and do. read more

Such a great spot!! So much to see and fun for family or a group of friends! The restaurants are always a great choice too! Fantastic home cookin'!! The chicken pot pie is THE BEST! And breakfast is always a hit :):):) read more

If you're looking for fresh, home-cooked, country-style food--this is your spot. The Apple Barn delivered everything I hoped for and more. The portions were generous, everything tasted incredibly fresh (especially the vegetables), and the whole meal had that classic Southern comfort feel. The restaurant itself was cozy, clean, and inviting--perfect for a relaxing sit-down meal. The wait staff really stood out: friendly, helpful, and very attentive without being overbearing. They made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. Definitely recommend if you're in the area and want a delicious, laid-back place to dine out. Great food, great service, and a charming atmosphere. read more

Ample parking for restaurant and shops. We were quickly seated. We ordered sodas and water. We were given the complimentary apple fritters and apple julep. We ordered the chicken fried steak with brown gravy and Mac and cheese, children's chicken nuggets and Mac and cheese, chicken pot pie (it was large however the crust was only on the top and stuck to the bowl with collard greens (vinegar overwhelmed them), meatloaf with green beans. All adult meals came with mashed potatoes and potato soup. All food was okay. We have been here dozens of times and this was an okay visit. Nothing spectacular. Will come again. read more

We had such a great experience throughout the meal and tastings at Apple Barn and Cider Mill! Karen was our waitress and all of the food was fresh and tasty. Everyone loved their meals and the sweet tea hit the spot. After lunch, we headed over to do some wine, sweet wine and cider tastings and every experience was fantastic! We look forward to visiting again soon! read more

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Apple barn was absolutely DELICIOUS! I highly recommend going there and spending the afternoon. In my opinion it was reasonably priced for what you got. I'd rather go here than the Old Mill! read more

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Massive portions! Massive restaurant! Fabulous service and flavors! Be prepared to wait but they text you so you can wander the property and explore all the fun shops with lots of APPLE themes. We tried a variety of dishes and the chicken and dumplings was creamy and delicious. The chicken pot pie was so yummy but I wish there was more crust on the bottom of the pie as well. The open faced roast beef was a big hit of warm comfort food. The chicken salad sandwich was fresh and a light meal and the fried chicken was the real deal! L The service was impressive, fast and thorough. This place is a win win! The best part hands down are the complimentary apple fritters. To die for!! read more

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Very touristy place with mid food... the donuts seemed like they were frozen and the fried apple pie was definitely not real apple filling. Cute shops but probably not worth the time read more

The Apple Barn & Cider Mill - Apple donuts - Specialty Food Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Love the apple donuts and cider! Such a cute place and everyone is friendly! Highly recommend!

So much to see, eat, and shop. Very cool place you need to make a part of your trip to the tourist area of Pigeon Forge, but it doesn't come across touristy. Take time out to sit in the rocking chairs and chill. read more

The apple fritters were great but the rest of the food was just ok- salty, nothing special. Ice cream wasn't very creamy. The location is beautiful, had some fun games outside the cider building. read more

The food was mediocre and we had a difficult time getting our server's attention after the food was dropped off for refills or boxes.

Second visit. 2.5 actually, long wait, for cafeteria type food, on old red plastic dinnerware! Had the country chicken salad it was okay, but not anything special. The others in my party, were disappointed in the crowded, loud dining, all said food was bland, and they were very disappointed. Said Cracker Barrel is better. They wanted to try,they saw the reviews! Truly do not understand the hype. Our first visit,early Thanksgiving dinner, 3ish, hubby and I waited outside for about 20 min. Again bland food, served on that horrible red plastic dinnerware! Just put on the plate sloppyly no garnish terrible presentation! Veggie soup tasted like they just opened cans! Mashed potatoes tasted terrible, over all, our worst Thanksgiving dinner ever. Never again! read more

The Apple Barn & Cider Mill - Specialty Food Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Such a cute area with stores, restaurants, a creamery, a winery and cider spot. If you like wine, get the FREE wine passport. It has 5 stops on it and at the third and fifth stop you get a prize and every stop does a free tasting. read more

The Apple Barn & Cider Mill - Specialty Food Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

A neat place to visit and shop. Apples everything and plus, prices are a bit high, great ice cream, wine tasting, try the restaurant and enjoy the laid back feel of this place. read more

So many great choices! Our sever was friendly and knowledgeable. The food came out fast and hot! They have little shops and a cider mill too. It's a must see! read more

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Food and services were great would recommend. Pasta was really good and the hand-breaded chicken fingers had thick and crispy breading and were huge! read more

The Apple Barn & Cider Mill - Chicken fingers - Specialty Food Near Me - Sevierville, Tennessee

Yesterday wasn't our first visit to Apple Barn, but it had been several years since. It was still just as good as we remembered. We were seated immediately and they brought out the usual Apple fritters, Apple butter, and julep (Apple juice, orange juice, & pineapple juice). I ordered the Cajun Grilled Catfish with fried okra & cornbread sausage dressing. It also came with a cup of soup, & I went with the broccoli cheddar. My husband got the country fried chicken, Mac n cheese, and mashed potatoes & because he didn't want soup, they gave him a choice of a 3rd side, so he chose pinto beans. Service was fast and the food was great, as usual. I was a bit disappointed in the dressing because it barely had any sausage in it & that was why I wanted to try it. Oh well, not a big deal. No room for dessert, but after eating & going through the gift shop, we eventually made our way over to the creamery, one of the buildings on the property with the restaurant. I got a small cup of the Bear Claw (peanut butter & chocolate ice cream with chunks of brownie) & my husband got the Georgia Peach ice cream in a waffle cone. Both were very good .. maybe not as good as Cold Stone Creamery, but we ate every bite. If you've never tried The Apple Barn, you need to stop by - the food, plus the experience .. totally worth it. read more

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Such a cute store when traveling through! The staff was very nice and helpful. Lots of cute country decorations and food.

What a gem! We loved our visit to The Apple Barn and Cider Mill. The wine tasting was a highlight--each variety was delicious and unique, especially the fruit-infused options. We couldn't leave without grabbing a few fried apple pies (they're as heavenly as they sound). The shopping was equally enjoyable--tons of local finds, apple-themed goodies, and cute decor. A perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon in the Smokies. Highly recommend making this a stop on your trip! read more

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Charming little touristy place with basically every apple-themed item you could want. Not especially little kid friendly due to how fragile everything is, but that's not their problem! There's a little shop where they sell dessert wines and brandy. The attendant there was especially odd. Not really interested in making anyone feel welcome or providing a comfortable customer experience. I understand they've probably got all sorts of folks coming in trying to get as much free alcohol via samples as they can. But I've never felt so unwanted while engaging with the normal function of a wine seller. Literally everyone else was great except this one person. Anyway, we're one-and-done with this place. I hope you and yours have a better time! read more

Wow- how disappointing was this apple house- almost no selection of apples in September. The breads were super dry and had no taste- we bought 3 different kinds. No one sampling the apples and you cannot buy the fritters anywhere but the restaurant. Employees were not friendly or helpful- and we went on a Tuesday mid morning so they were not busy. This outfit needs to visit the North Ga mountains to see how Apple houses should be run. Very disappointing and spent almost $70. Definitely a touristy place with high prices and lackluster food. read more

Such a fun spot to visit! We went for the winery, but were surprised by the store, restaurant and hard cidery. We picked up some wine to take home and some Christmas gifts. read more

Good food. Not the greatest but it's good. Unique place. They have good apple fritters. Definitely worth a visit. Service was great. Food comes quick & very hot. We had the fried catfish & fried chicken & gravy. After you eat, you can walk to the other stores and wine taste, cider test & have apple ice cream if that's your thing. read more

Ordered chicken fried steak and it was a prepared frozen meat! Awful! Beans had very little flavor and weren't hot! Cornbread was hard and dry! If I am going to spend 24.00 I expect good fresh and hot food. I will never eat there again! A waste of my time and $. read more

We look forward to coming here every time we're in town. You really can't beat it! The apple Julep and fritters are amazing. I loved the breakfast skillet also. It's a tradition to stop here and it never disappoints!! read more

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This is a must visit!! Especially if you love apples, cider and wine! They have something for the adults and ice cream and candy for the kids. Let's start with the winery. This is located in a separate building on the same property. All within walking distance. They have free samples -- you can choose 4 flavors of wine to try at no charge. No obligation to buy. Just find an available place at the bar and get started. If you find one you love then you can purchase right there. They also have full glasses and wine slushes you can purchase also. The ice cream shop and bakery. Located in a separate suite to the main strip of shops. They have samples of the apple bread available to taste. They have milkshakes, ice cream, and other sweet treats. Seating is available to enjoy your treat both inside and outside. The candy and chocolate factory. Located in a separate suite to the main strip of shops. We didn't go inside this one but they had quite the variety of candy from looking inside as we passed by. The cider bar. Here you can sample 3 ciders ciders for free or pay $8 and sample all ciders they had which was about 10. Plus you get to keep your shot glass! We tried all the ones on the pictured menu. Our favorite was the Red lemonhead which is strawberry lemonade. It's so good!!! It is part of the wine club if you are interested in signing up. Also got to sample the slushes of watermelon and pina colada. Yum yum yum. I loved this the best of my time here. Be sure to end your adventure at the bake house and general store! Bake house is located right next door to the general store and you can find apple pies, ciders and other goodies. The general store has all sort of options from apple butter, peach butter, preserves, kitchen decor and other general merchandise and souvenirs for sale. You won't regret visiting. read more

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This is a favorite stop for both me and my husband every time we are in the area. There is a shop for all kinds of local goodies (best apple cider ever - especially the cherry, trust me!). There is an on-site bakery and creamery (get the apple dumpling with ice cream!). There is hard cider and wine tasting. There is a Christmas store. There is also a restaurant (though I never personally ate there). This is a must stop! read more