Glad we found this place! We sat outside in the back patio by the creek with our dog. The server brought ice water in a doggie bowl for her. Food was ok, and service was excellent. Â The atmosphere was wonderful, and we lingered after dinner, enjoying the live music. Will definitely go back.
Review Source:Had great experience, sat on patio by creek, had our little dog with us, waitress brought water bowl - wonderful atmosphere - fun and romantic. Awesome cheeseburger and ice cold beer! My husband had the lunch special - 1/2 chicken and it was really, really good. Highly recommend for most anyone for any occasion!
Review Source:So many bad things, I don't know where to start.
One good thing, the host was friendly and gave us a free parking pass (which they give to anyone who eats at Howard's) and our waitress was extremely friendly. That is the only nice thing I have to say.
We were seated on the patio after a five minute wait, but we were given the smallest table for four people (2 adults and 2 kids under age 3). Our drinks arrived quickly but the sodas were flat and tasted horrible. Our orders were taken immediately. Then we waited. And waited. And waited some more. A family of three arrived after we had been there for over a hour. They had to go inside and get their own drinks.
Our kids were hungry and cranky. By this time, there weren't many people left inside or out. Finally, a hour and a half after placing our order, our food finally arrived. The quality was mediocre at best. The fries were soggy and the burgers crumbled and fell apart as we ate. I haven't even gotten to the worst part yet.
The owner and his wife/girlfriend got into a VERY heated argument on their private balcony that overlooked the customers. The woman was screaming every profanity in the book and breaking glasses on the table. My children heard every word and we had a lot of explaining to do. It really bother me that the owner made no attempt to settle her down or at least take it elsewhere. After 15 minutes of that nonsense, she finally stormed off.
After all of the waiting and complaining we did, we were never offer any apologies or discount. What an expensive disappointment.
We went there after numerous attempts to find a decent place to eat in Gatlinburg. We asked to be seated outside in the back by the creek. The waitress 'honeyed' me the whole time, but she was sweet and helpful.
The prices are a bit high, but you realize it is TOTALLY WORTH IT when they bring you your food! I ordered a chicken sandwich, and he ordered a classic hamburger, both with curly fries. We also ordered baby back ribs as an appetizer. Plating was lovely for this kind of food, servings are enormous, curly fries were very good. Both the hamburger and the chicken sandwich were juicy, full of flavor, excellent and very well grilled! The only thing I got disappointed with were the baby back ribs. They were bland and tasteless, that's not how BBQ should be.
Gatlinburg is one of my favorite places because I love being in the mountains. When I go, I pretty much only venture into Gatlinburg when I want to eat. I am a newlywed and I no longer live near Gatlinburg but we were in the area so we stayed a few nights. We just happened to be looking for a place to eat several years ago and the person outside the restaurant convinced us to eat there. We both had the Old Mountain Cheeseburger, medium rare, and after the first bite, we were hooked. The cheeseburger is easily in the top three of best burgers we have ever had and we've tried a lot of burgers. They grind their meat fresh for the burgers and the flavor is amazing. The first time we ate there, the burger came with steak fries which were also good, but now the steak fries are extra and you get curly fries which are still good.
We have never eaten dinner there and have only ever eaten the cheeseburger. We have been to Gatlinburg at least once a year in the past 4 years and every time the burger tastes the same. We figure why try something else when what we love is always so good.
We've always had good servers who are very personable and cheerful. We ate there two days in a row last week because we live thousands of miles away now and knew it would be a while before we get to go back.
Our waitress did mention that she thinks the company will be sold next year and will be turned into a Wild horse Saloon or something like that. They've been around since 1946 and I can't believe they may not be around the next time we are in the area.
I can't speak to the rest of their menu, but if you are in Gatlinburg looking for a good burger, go to Howard's. I wish I had one right now!
This place needs more than 3.5 stars. After spending the day in the Smoky Mountains, my family and I decided on Howard's for dinner. You can park in a parking lot across the street; it's free if you dine at Howard's. Ask the host or hostess inside for details since I don't specifically remember which parking lot it was other than that the ticket box was white and had tree beside it.
My family and I ordered:
(1) Cajun Smoky Mountain rainbow trout (wild caught, local) with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes.
(2) Cajun catfish with grilled veggies, hush puppies, and baked potato
(3) Swiss chicken with mushroom sandwich and fries.
Both fish dishes were absolutely delicious, and each came with a plate of salad. The fish themselves were tender and very well seasoned. While the fish dishes were around $18, the portion size was large, and since they turned out to be so well made, I think it was worth the price.
The fries that came with the sandwich were great. The skin was crispy and flakey, and there was plenty of potato flavor.
Our waitress was also very friendly. When we weren't sure what kind of dressing we wanted on our salad, she brought us a cup full of each dressing they had.
The decor was a little dated, but the restaurant was clean, so I have no complaints.
we went there on the way to see fireflies this weekend.
I and one friend were lucky. we got really good steak. But two other friends ordered an 20 oz. for 2 combos. and they wanted well done. But that steak is little coal. not even looks like coal. it tasted discussing. i guess they just were not lucky enough. so maybe we will suggest people to get medium cook if u mean well done.
We decided to bring our dogs to Gatlinburg and were disappointed at how the area was far from dog friendly. Â But, we found this restaurant and they allow your furry friends on their back patio. Â It was a beautiful day and we were there last Sunday to enjoy the brunch menu. Â The staff was very friendly (although they did get pretty busy and we waited for our check for some time) and so accommodating to our dogs. Â They brought out dog bowls with ice water which was a nice touch on a hot day. Â The food wasn't the best thing ever but it was still very good. Â I had French Toast and it was cooked perfectly. Â All in all, our visit was great and we will be back.
There is a good parking garage right across the street a bit. Â Parking in Gatlinburg is not widely available.
Howard's breakfast 2 days in a row in Gatlinburg. Â So good the first day we had to go back for seconds. Â The first day was rainy but round 2 had us out back next to the stream. Â The main thing we went back for was our server, Candy, super friendly and sure not to "double bump" you. Â We did blow the fact they offer free parking for meals and parked across the street in the garage both days, figured that out while walkingout on visit number 2. Â I got the corned beef hash and scrambled eggs both mornings, each with a side of biscuits and gravy. Â Their bloody mary's were pretty popular among our group as well. Â You can order anything , anytime of day which is nice if you are craving a bacon double cheeseburger with a short stack of pancakes on the side, for breakfast. Â We had a bit of trouble with an order on round 2 but Candy was able to get it back to the kitchen an fixed right away. Â Really nice sitting out back by the water. Â The owner even stopped by to say heloo to the table, commenting on our visiting team gear before the UT game. Â Cheap food as well, breakfast, with bloody mary's, less than $15/person. Â If I'm ever in Gatlinburg I'd hit this place up again. Â Just ask for Candy, you can;t forget that.
Review Source:In a sea of tourist hell, Howard's Restaurant was a nice place to stop for lunch in Gatlinburg. Â I would give the food 3 stars; the fried trout was fresh and nicely cooked, but nothing super standout or out of this world. Â The meatloaf was also very nice and enjoyable. Â I would give the atmosphere 4 stars; sitting out back on the creek was a very nice place to eat! Â Prices were also VERY moderate for Gatlinburg; all three entrees were under $10 on the "Blue Plate Special" page. Â Great time!
Review Source:THE FOOD WAS TERRIBLE!
BUT NOW, BACK TO MY REVIEW... Â Beautiful to sit in back next to the stream. Â That's what caught our attention as the huckster at the front door told us that is what it looked like in the back of the restaurant. Â We went for it hook, line and sinker.
The restaurant only had a couple of tables filled out back by the stream. Â So they pulled together several groupings of tables to accommodate our group of 18 (6 adults and 12 kids). Â So far - so good - right! Â The time is about 1:15 p.m.
The server had a good attitude and brought our drinks out relatively promptly. Â My Pepsi was flat but no one else said anything. Â Our server took our order and then we waited, and waited, and waited. Â The kids were good but very hungry. Â Then the food started to come in about an hour after we ordered it. Â Mistake here and mistake there. Â Four food items missing - I'll be right back. Â 15 minutes later here comes more components of our lunch.
Finally we were all served after about 1 1/2 hours of "relaxing" by the stream. Â I gave our server a coupon for 15% off that we got out of one of those coupon books plastered all over town. Â It was only good from noon to 3 p.m. Â The server did give us the discount but tells us that the manager said not to apply it was now after 3 p.m. Â All I can say is that they got some nerve there. Â Seated and suffering for as long as we did and then to say - "Oh, it's after 3 - too bad!"
Let me finish by saying that even with the discount this was our most expensive lunch of the week. Â And it proudly ranks as the slowest service and gets the award for the worse food!!!! Â Double congratulations to Howard's restaurant on those two distinctions!
To summarize - DON'T GO TO HOWARD'S!!!! Â Not even if they give it to you for free - it isn't worth it!!!
Maybe it was because it was a Tuesday...maybe it was because it was November...but, good Lord, this place sucked. Â I don't make it a habit of disparaging other reviews...but 4 or 5 stars? Â seriously? Â
let's start with the salad: Â watery iceberg with some mealy tomatoes(I'll cut them a break on these, it is November) red onion and croutons. Â Had blue cheese dressing, it lacked flavor.
Steak Oscar: When i spend over  $30 for a fillet,  I expect it to be prime.  no chance.  this thing was too fatty, i had to work my way through it.  ITt had absolutely no crust on it whatsoever.  the Bearnaise was really thick and flavorless.  the baked potato was fine, as were the steamed veggies, very basic.
i went with 6 business associates and felt like a fool. Â 'Don't worry guys, i found this place on yelp'. Â it was one of those meals where everyone gets their food and doesn't comment on it...they just eat it and are too polite to say 'this sucks' since i picked it. Â After we left, i finally said 'that wasn't very good' and the flood gates opened! Â 0 for 7 on the people who enjoyed their meals. Â all the steaks were tough and the two people who had burgers said they were dry. Â What a disappointment!
The lonestar across the street would have been a much better choice.
Love Howard's...it is a must do when we are in Gatlinburg. Â The burgers are awesome. Â So, of course it makes me very happy. Â They used to have hand cut fries, but did away with them last year (Unfortunately), and switched to steak fries...also very good, but nothing can top a hand cut fry in my professional opinion (I am a burger and fry fanatic). Â Good food, friendly people, outside seating by the creek...great!
Review Source:We went to Gatlinburg for five days and discovered Howard's on our fourth day. Our greatest regret of the holiday was not finding it on our first. Our whole time there, we were looking for a place just like this.
Howard's has been in Gatlinburg since the 1940s and it looks like it hasn't changed since then. It's perfect that way; they shouldn't change anything. Everything in this town is so new and tacky and flashy that it's so good to find something so solidly Gatlinburg.
Inside, it's a bar and restaurant, with a classic wood bar and the friendliest staff we met. Our bartender remembered us when we came in for our second day in a row. She spent ages telling us about growing up in the area and asking us about Nashville.
They had great afternoon drink specials, which were a relief after being ripped off everywhere else.
The menu is classic southern steakhouse -nothing fancy, but as Gordon Ramsey would say "clean, rustic, simple."
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