Whether you’re planning to explore the Cades Cove Loop, hike to a waterfall, tour a museum, or enjoy one of the many downtown Gatlinburg attractions, you need a hearty breakfast to fuel you up for the big day ahead. Before you begin your Smoky Mountain adventure, start with breakfast at Crockett’s Breakfast Camp! From incredible dishes you won’t find anywhere else to our unique atmosphere, find out more about why you should add our restaurant to your morning plans while you’re in town!
Lots of options for those who like a sweet breakfast
Thick Aretha Frankenstein Pancakes: the best pancakes in Gatlinburg! Our famous griddle cakes are served with whipped butter and warm maple syrup. Make yours extra special with toppings such as fruit compote, chocolate chips, and more!- Crockett’s Thick French Toast: fresh-baked bread dipped in egg custard, cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla and served with whipped butter, warm maple syrup, and powdered sugar. You can also choose to top your French Toast with fresh fruit or warm compote, and we also have “stuffed” options (strawberry, blackberry, or blueberry with cream cheese and peanut butter and jelly.
- Aretha’s Pecan Waffle: our special waffle mix is loaded with pecans, topped with sliced bananas, and served with warm caramel sauce.
- Giant Cinnamon Roll: We make fresh rolls every morning, and they are massive! You can also order fried cinnamon rolls with whipped cream and caramel sauce.
Hearty savory menu items that satisfy big appetites
- Signature Corned Beef Hash Breakfast: slow-cooked corned beef pan-fried with diced potatoes, green peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, then broiled with 2 farm fresh eggs and served with your choice of candied apples or grits and toast or biscuit.
- Pot Roast Benedict: our signature Cat Head biscuit and pot roast smothered in sausage gravy, over easy eggs, and hollandaise sauce with your choice of side (camp potatoes, grits, fruit, or candied apples).
- The Black Bear Camp Skillet: country or sugar-cured ham with pecan smoked bacon, sausage, and 2 farm fresh eggs, served with corn pone, grits, camp potatoes, biscuit, sausage gravy, and a griddle cake.
Convenient online waitlist
We don’t accept reservations; however, our online waitlist makes it easy for you to get in line before you arrive. When your table is ready, you’ll receive a text message, and you’ll be ready to get seated. We are open 7 days a week from 7 AM to 1 PM and also on most holidays!
Southern hospitality and rustic Smoky Mountain atmosphere
Another reason to begin your Smoky Mountain adventure with us for breakfast is the friendly, uplifting feel of our restaurant, staff, and service. We believe good food and good connections go hand in hand, and whether you’re visiting with your significant other, a group of friends, or the entire family, we want you to feel right at home here at Crockett’s!
Ideal location near the national park and Gatlinburg attractions
Regardless of where you stay- hotel, condo, or cabin- our restaurant is close to all of the action in downtown Gatlinburg. Even better, we are also just a few yards away from the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park! So whether you’re on your way to Anakeeta, the Arts & Crafts Community, or Clingmans Dome, Crockett’s Breakfast Camp is the perfect starting point for a great day in the Smokies.
Now you know the best place for breakfast in Gatlinburg to start your Smoky Mountain adventure! Want more restaurant recommendations? Find out where to eat in Gatlinburg for lunch and dinner!
