Howard's Restaurant

Howard's Restaurant has served guests in downtown Gatlinburg since 1946. Formerly known as Howard's Steakhouse, it sits right on the Parkway beside LeConte Creek, with a classic menu of steaks, burgers, chicken, and seafood, a covered patio over the water, and The Wild Boar, a laid-back pub upstairs.

A little history

Howard's opened in 1946, when Gatlinburg was still a small mountain town, and it has moved and grown with the town since then. The England family has owned it for decades. A recent renovation refreshed the dining rooms and the creekside patio, and the name changed from Howard's Steakhouse to Howard's Restaurant to reflect a broader menu.

The menu

Steaks

Hand-cut steaks are still the heart of the menu, a nod to Howard's steakhouse roots.

Burgers and sandwiches

Burgers and sandwiches for a casual lunch or dinner.

Chicken, seafood, and salads

Chicken dishes, seafood, and salads round out the menu, with a kids menu for younger guests.

See the current menu on Howard's website.

The creekside patio

The covered patio sits right over LeConte Creek, so you can listen to the water as you eat in the middle of downtown. It's dog-friendly, too, with a menu just for dogs, which makes Howard's one of the easier places in town to dine with a pet.

The Wild Boar pub

Upstairs, The Wild Boar is Howard's casual pub, a relaxed spot for drinks and a lighter meal, with live music on select nights.

Location

Howard's is at 976 Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg, a short walk from the Ober Gatlinburg tram and Smoky Mountain Brewery. Check Howard's website for current hours. See our tips for parking in downtown Gatlinburg, or ride the Gatlinburg Trolley.

Tips for your visit

Ask for the patio — the seats over the creek are the best in the house.

Bring the dog — dogs are welcome on the patio, with their own menu. See our pet-friendly cabins.

Head upstairs after dinner — The Wild Boar is an easy way to keep the night going.

Come with a group — the bi-level space can often handle big parties.

More steakhouses in Gatlinburg

For more steak dinners, try The Peddler Steakhouse, The Alamo Steakhouse, or Cherokee Grill, and see our guide to Gatlinburg steakhouses. For more creekside dining, see our list of restaurants on the water in Gatlinburg and all Gatlinburg restaurants.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Howard's Restaurant?

At 976 Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg, beside LeConte Creek.

How long has Howard's been open?

Since 1946.

Is Howard's the same as Howard's Steakhouse?

Yes. Howard's Steakhouse is now called Howard's Restaurant, at the same location on the Parkway.

Is the patio dog-friendly?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on the covered creekside patio, and there's a dog menu.

What is The Wild Boar?

Howard's upstairs pub, a casual spot for drinks and food, with live music on select nights.

What's on the menu?

Steaks, burgers, sandwiches, chicken, seafood, and salads, plus a kids menu.