Hickory House BBQ

Hickory House BBQ brings award-winning barbecue traditions to Dollywood with slow-smoked meats and bold, authentic flavors. Located in Craftsman’s Valley, this smokehouse-style restaurant invites guests to sit down and savor barbecue prepared the way the South takes pride in doing it.
Quick Facts
- Park Area
- Craftsman’s Valley
- Dining Style
- Quick Serve
- Indoor Seating
- No
- Mobile Order
- Yes
- Best Time to Visit
- Lunch / Dinner
- Food Allergen Information
- Please visit the official Dollywood website.
- Signature Dish
- The Big Bear Feast
- Annual Pass Discount
- Dollywood Silver Season Pass: 10% Discount
- Dollywood Gold Season Pass: 15% Discount
- Dollywood Diamond Season Pass: 20% Discount
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Who This Restaurant Is Best For
- Guests avoiding long waits
- Meals with variety
What You Should Know Before You Go
- Typical peak hours
- 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (Lunch) | 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm (Dinner)
- Portion sizes
- Individual
- Seating comfort
- There is a heated/cooled seating area located near Hickory House BBQ
Alternative Dining Options
If the line here is long, alternatives include Miss Lillian’s BBQ Corner or Wilderness Pass Restaurant for faster service.
Hickory House BBQ Menu
Menu subject to change without notice.
For special dietary needs, please ask a host for more information.
Smoky Mountain Starters
Twisted Taters
Crispy twisted taters
Vegetarian
Bountiful Greens
Chicken Caesar Salad
Romaine hearts served with an anchovy lemon dressing, parmesan cheese, grilled chicken & croutons
Signature Southern Specialties
Brisket Cheesesteak
Our signature smoked brisket mixed with onions and bell peppers topped with our white cheddar cheese sauce
Hickory House Bar-B-Q Pork Twisted Taters
A Dollywood signature of the best pulled pork in Tennessee topped twisted taters, white cheddar cheese sauce & scallions
The Big Bear Feast
Delicately smoked beef, our signature pulled pork, and Memphis style Bar-B-Q sauce
Smoky Mountain Classics
Chicken Tenders & Twisted Taters
Hot and fresh chicken tenders with twisted taters
Crafted Hand Sandwiches & Twisted Taters
Our signature pulled pork, Memphis style Bar-B-Q sauce with twisted taters
– or –
Sliced tender smoked beef brisket and Bar-B-Q sauce with twisted taters
Smoked Hot Turkey Legs
Tender turkey leg, deliciously smoked, fit for any craftsman
Gluten Free
Sweet Tastes of the Smokies
Brownie Bar
Decadent and delicious prepared with honduran chocolate
Gluten Free | Vegetarian
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Refreshing Sips
All Day Beverages
Beverage Wristband
Coca-Cola® Fountain Beverage
Dasani® Bottled Water
Souvenir Bottle
Coffee
Hot Chocolate
Nothing warms up a crisp fall day or evening like the warm delicious treat of hot chocolate.
Seasonal Offerings
Smoky Mountain Christmas
Chili Bread Bowl
Nothing brings warmth to a cool fall day like the hearty goodness of homemade chili, served in a bread bowl and topped with cheddar cheese and scallions.
Smoked Pork Flatbread
Tempt your taste buds with an appetizing combination of salt and pepper seasoned pork belly, apple and carrot slaw, and citrus-herb chimichurri sauce on delicious flatbread.
