The Smoky Mountains..one popular tourist destination. Not surprising, it seems like every chain restaurant landed here. If you seek the familiar, look no further: Cracker Barrel, Baskin Robbins, Pizza Hut, Domino's, Subway, Arby's, Taco Bell, Hardees, Long John Silvers, McDonalds, Five Guys, Wendy's, KFC, TGI Fridays, IHOP, Krispy Kreme, Denny'sTexas Roadhouse, Johnny Rockets, Golden Corral, Ruby Tuesday, Shoney's...the list goes on. However, if you are like me, you want the local taste.
Check out Mel's Classic Diner. After a day of hiking, a hearty breakfast sounds so good. Fortunately, Mel's makes breakfast all day long. If eggs, bacon, and pancakes don't sound right - no worries. Mel's serves other traditional diner food like cheeseburgers, soup & salad, and ice cream sundaes. Check out the special signs outside; the savings may entice you to wake up early and get the early bird special.
The most important meal of the day, Ode to breakfast:
Feb: National Hot Breakfast Month
Feb./March: Pancake Day
March 25: International Waffle Day
May: National Egg Month
Aug: National Waffle Day
Sept: National Breakfast Month
Oct: World Egg Day
Nov: National French Toast Day
Dec: National Maple Syrup Days
Wow, we need to celebrate.
Back to Mel's Diner. When you walk into the diner, you will notice the 1950s memorabilia right away. To your right, a jukebox. To your left, a gift shop. Grab a stool or a table. It's a casual, family friendly place. Don't just take my word for it. Check out the reviews, 4 stars or more on Google Reviews, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. Plus, it's close to Lightning Bug Lodge: 119 Wears Valley Road, Pigeon Forge, TN.
The most important meal of the day, Ode to breakfast:
