Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts
Gatlinburg • Ice cream shop
Mad Dog's draws visitors with fresh-made donuts that many claim beat the competition, particularly the maple-bacon variety. The ice cream selection impresses with rich, creamy flavors and fun options like cotton candy, shaved ice, and the Instagram-worthy cloud ice cream (cotton candy wrapped around cones). While most visitors rave about the quality, a few note that prices run higher than expected and ice cream flavor selection can be limited to basic options at times.
Reviews
2,209
Price Level
$
Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville
Sevierville • Ice cream shop
This local dairy farm's ice cream shop has developed a loyal following among Smoky Mountains visitors, with many making it a must-stop on every trip. The homemade ice cream earns consistent praise, particularly unique flavors like brown butter, sweet potato marshmallow, and pumpkin pie marshmallow. The mountain views from the rocking chairs outside add to the appeal, creating a quintessential Tennessee experience that keeps families coming back daily during their vacations.
Reviews
1,114
Price Level
$$
Amenities & Features
| Feature | Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts | Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh-made donuts that win head-to-head comparisons, with maple-bacon, German chocolate cake, and sour cream varieties earning special praise | ||
| Rich, creamy ice cream with fun specialty items like ice cream burritos and cloud ice cream (cotton candy-wrapped cones) | ||
| Funnel cakes and fried apple pies that get enthusiastic recommendations | ||
| Dog-friendly with treats available for four-legged visitors | ||
| Signature brown butter flavor that visitors call 'unique and awesome' | ||
| Seasonal offerings like sweet potato marshmallow and pumpkin pie marshmallow | ||
| Mountain views with outdoor rocking chairs to enjoy your treat | ||
| Farm-fresh soft serve and hard ice cream made from their own local dairy |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts or Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville better?
Based on our TSM Score, Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville ranks higher (9.6 vs 9.2). Both are excellent choices in the Smoky Mountains.
What are the main differences between Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts and Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville?
Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts is located in Gatlinburg and categorized as Ice cream shop with a $ price range. Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville is in Sevierville and categorized as Ice cream shop with a $$ price range. Check the amenities comparison above for a detailed feature-by-feature breakdown.
Where can I book Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts or Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville?
You can view detailed information and booking options for both properties on TheSmokyMountains.com. Visit each listing page for the latest availability, photos, and guest reviews.