Top 4 Rooftop Bars in Gatlinburg

Sip your favorite drinks–or try creative new ones–while you soak up breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains, at these four rooftop bars in Gatlinburg.

1. Shamrock Pub

This Irish pub and music venue is rocking every night! Groove to bands or lively karaoke, then head upstairs for some fresh air. The rooftop offers both outdoor and indoor seating, with a bird’s-eye view of downtown. 

There’s a full bar up here, with domestic and imported beers (yes, there’s Guinness!), plus cocktails, bombs, shots, and Irish coffee. The bartenders get creative: Who can resist a cocktail called The Incredible Hulk, or a King Kong Bomb?

2. Jason Aldean’s Kitchen and Rooftop Bar

“Come for the food, stay for the party” is the motto of the country music star’s Gatlinburg restaurant. The music is nightly, the look is country rustic, and the eats are Southern comfort food. Order anything from meatloaf to the famous Nashville hot chicken sandwich. 

On the roof, grab a seat at one of the farmhouse-style wood tables and relish the view of Smokies ridges just across the street! Cocktails wink at mountain themes: Bear Proof blends rum, Frangelico and orangecello. Rusted Plows marries vodka with ginger beer. Small Town is whiskey and limoncello. Eleven speciality cocktails plus beers, wines, and mocktails round out the menu.

3. Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina

Home to Gatlinburg’s original rooftop bar, Loco Burro is a colorful Tex-Mex eatery with spectacular mountain views and an unbeatable list of tequilas. The drinks menu offers nearly 100 tequilas, plus beers, sangria, wines, and cocktails. 

Margaritas are a speciality, with eight different ‘ritas to tempt you. Try a Spicy Mamacita margarita with habanero pepper and guava, or the Orange & White with blood orange juice. 

4. 101 SkyLounge

Elegant and understated 101 SkyLounge tops Sevierville’s historic Central Hotel. The bar overlooks Sevierville’s beautiful, old-fashioned downtown. 

At this rooftop bar, sit on a comfy sofa at a fire pit table. Enjoy monthly live music. The menu features sandwiches and hearty snacks like crispy calamari and buttermilk chicken. Drink wines, beers, or unique cocktails. The cocktail menu changes, but you might find the Fall’n Apple (rum with apple brandy and cider), or the Butter Pecan Old Fashioned (pecan whiskey with chocolate bitters).    

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