Welcome to Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen
At Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen in Wears Valley, Tennessee, we celebrate the rich flavors of Louisiana cuisine, bringing a taste of the South to the Smoky Mountains. Our story is rooted in family traditions and culinary excellence, where each dish—from the succulent catfish to the beloved boudin balls—is crafted with care. Guests enjoy generous portions, live music, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, creating memorable dining experiences. Our shrimp and corn soup, crispy hush puppies, and signature white chocolate bread pudding reflect our commitment to fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. Join us for a journey into authentic Southern hospitality and cuisine.
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2760 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862, United States Hotline: +1 865-446-4978
Welcome to Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen, a delightful culinary gem nestled in the heart of Sevierville, Tennessee. At 2760 Wears Valley Rd, this charming establishment invites you to experience an authentic taste of the South with its vibrant flavors and warm hospitality, perfectly blending Louisiana soul with Southern charm.
As soon as you step inside, the inviting ambiance, enhanced by live music, sets the tone for a memorable dining experience. Patrons rave about the engaging atmosphere, often highlighted by talented local musicians, making every visit feel special. Whether you're enjoying a cozy meal indoors or taking in the sights outdoors, Pawpaw's offers a setting that is as delightful as the food.
- Appetizers that start your meal off right: Try the Hushpuppies for just $2.50 or indulge in the succulent Boudin Balls for $5.00. For those feeling adventurous, the Alligator Bites bring a spicy kick at $7.50.
- Seafood Highlights: The star of the menu is undoubtedly the Catfish Basket, which customers cannot stop raving about. Crispy, fresh, and cooked to perfection, it stands out for its non-greasy goodness that leaves you feeling satisfied without the heaviness.
- Comforting Soups and Salads: Don't overlook the Shrimp and Corn Soup, a soul-soothing delight at $4.00. Pair it with a Grilled Chicken or Shrimp Salad for a delightful combination of flavors.
- Decadent Desserts: Save room to indulge in the heavenly White Chocolate Bread Pudding. It's a local favorite that has garnered much praise, consistently brightening guests’ dining experiences.
Feedback from patrons highlights the generous portions and the freshness of each plate served. As described by visitors, the experience at Pawpaw's is not only about the outstanding food but also about the care the staff puts into ensuring every customer leaves with a smile. The quick service, even during peak hours, showcases the dedication to maintaining quality and efficiency.
Located close to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen is a MUST-TRY when exploring the Smoky Mountain area. Whether you are a local or a tourist, this delightful eatery awaits to introduce you to the deliciousness of southern cooking and the vibrant flavors of Louisiana culinary heritage. Make sure to swing by and sample the best that southern comfort food has to offer!
Yummy food. Good portions. Excellent live music from an African American singer lady. She was engaged with the crowd and sang great songs. Made it a nice experience. I enjoyed the catfish and bread pudding. Boudin balls were good too.
Ordered take out. Catfish and shrimp were perfectly delicious! Coleslaw and beans on point. Hush puppies were yummy! All the food was hot and fresh. Big portions. Definitely worth the price! Highly suggest trying it!
I’m from the South but currently live in Wisconsin. When I saw a place close bye that had hush puppies I was excited! We had a sampler appetizer that was good! Loved the gator tail. The seafood basket was delicious, the oysters were my favorite. I was not bothered by the price. I think it’s a fair price for so much seafood. Can’t go wrong with the catfish either! I wish I would have tried the soup, our only regret of the meal!
Even though they were quite busy and the crowd was growing, the workers stayed composed and gave amazing service! We were checked on frequently, but not to a level of overbearing. The food was extremely quick too, especially for a sit-down-made-to-order-restaurant. We both got the Catfish Basket. It wasn’t greasy, so it doesn’t make you feel bad afterwards about eating it. Extremely filling. You’re probably going to spend closer to 20 per person, rather than 10 per. Very lovely ambiance with the decorations and the live singer, who was absolutely amazing and had very good yodeling skills. We will definitely be back in the future.
It was a wonderful experience. Wonderful service awesome food. My husband had the shrimp po boy . I had a bowl of red beans & sausage and rice . We got the sampler that had fish bites , alligator, crab cake . They were out of boudin so we will be back .
First time for the wife and I to dine at Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen located in Wears Valley Tennessee. This is a restaurant that is on our must return to list because of the fast and friendly service plus some really great food. Being originally from south Louisiana we always look for a taste of home style cooked meals and this definitely has that Louisiana flavor. The appetizer of boudin balls was awesome, might be spicy to those that aren't used to having flavor in their food. We split an order of catfish that came with fries and hush puppies. There was enough food on that platter that we had leftovers! Looking forward to our next visit where we will try some other items offered on their menu.
Everyone was so polite, the food was fresh and hot, served in a timely manner. I had been waiting to try their White Chocolate Bread Pudding and it did not disappoint! We were blessed to dine on a day that they had a lovely Lady singing to the dining guests, that topped everything off. Definitely a place you should try!
Wow, let's start with that. A New Orleans flavor restaurant in the Smokey Mountain area of Wares Valley. If you are near the area of Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg this is a MUST Go. Small, quaint restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, great decor with a family feel. All the staff were great and went out of their way to make sure our dining experience was a good one. My wife has a shellfish allergy which makes some restaurants like this difficult because most fry everything together, but they made sure that her food was safe from any cross contamination with any shellfish.We ordered and assortment of food as to get to try a lot. We ordered fried catfish, boudin ball, hush puppies, muffulatta, roast beef po boy and chicken and sausage gumbo. All were really good, and.the menu is actually pretty large so there was a lot to choose from. Again a definite must try. We will be back for sure.