Fuddruckers

The thing about Fuddruckers is they actually grind their beef daily and bake those sesame buns fresh throughout the day — you can smell them when you walk in. We've been here a few times with the kids, and the build-your-own toppings bar is honestly where it gets fun. You're not stuck with whatever the kitchen decides to put on your burger.

The arcade keeps our kids busy while we wait, which is a lifesaver during peak dinner hours. They've got party rooms too if you're dealing with a big group, though we usually just grab a table in the main dining area. The chicken tenders are solid if someone in your group isn't feeling burgers, and they do hand-dipped shakes that are worth the extra calories.

One heads-up though — some recent reviews mention inconsistent service and occasional cleanliness issues, so your experience might vary depending on when you hit them. We've had good luck going during off-peak hours, like weekday afternoons when the tourist crowds thin out a bit.

They're open 11 AM to 9 PM every day, and yes, they've got gluten-free buns if that's something you need. The pricing sits in that mid-range spot where it's more than fast food but not sit-down restaurant expensive. Oh and they deliver now, which is pretty convenient if you're staying somewhere in Sevierville and don't feel like driving out to Governors Crossing.