The Rampant Lion

734 Powdermill Rd, Gatlinburg
(865) 567-5217

Recent Reviews

Paige Oudsema

My expectations for dining out are not very high these days, yet still, I cannot recommend this restaurant. We ordered Sprite but my kids got ginger ale. They were out of a few food and drink items. The pretzel and bread/oil appetizer was very underwhelming given the price. My husband’s sandwich came out with mold on it, which they rectified, but still shows a lack of attention to detail.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

daniel carroll

The quaint little pub along with the fox and parrot tavern are both excellent spots for a relaxing drink and astounding food. My wife and I absolutely adored both of these places. The alcohol selection is vast and the service is superb.Wheelchair accessibility: This establishment has ramp access and plenty of room for wheelchair portability.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chips, Fish and Chips, Pudding, Shepherd's Pie, Fish Supper

Donald Zajic

We looked for a place specifically for fish on Good Friday and were not disappointed! Fish and Chips were generous (two battered fillets) and more fries than I could finish.Great selection of beers and of course the whiskeys!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeffrey Koopman

What may seem like your average dive bar in the Tennessee hills is actually a great experience. I went here with 6 others and had multiple rounds of Guinness (one of if the best I've had in some time) and Half&Halfs (Half Guinness Half Harps).The vibes are immaculate. Proper decorations for the theme.We only had 2 appetizers with our 4-5 rounds of beers (sheeeps balls and chips) and they were great beer drinking food.When I come back to the part of the world, I will be visiting again ??

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chips

evan d.

Greatest Guinness pour I've had outside of Ireland. Chips were fresh made and very good.

A K

Appallingly inaccurate, patronising, and insulting explanations about pubs in “England and Europe”.Stinks of typical yank ignorance and arrogance, and obviously the owner is pretending to be and sell something that he’s not.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Kirsten Hey

Could not be less authentically Celtic. It's not Cornish, Irish, Welsh, Scottish, Manx or Breton.It's the most inaccurate interpretation of Celtic or British I've ever seen. And calling a drink an "Irish car bomb" is as offensive as if I called a drink "Twin Towers Fell Down."

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 5

Kyle Lehrmann

Owner was going through some staffing challenges when we visited but he had some HUSTLE! The curry sauce with the curry chips was amazing and the Poacher's Roll was super flavorful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chips

Miss Mitchymoo

This place is an American’s ‘idea’ of what UK pubs are like.They’ve obviously visited the UK a few times and therefore think they know about the culture and cuisine but have sadly, and massively misinterpreted many factors, to the point that it becomes offensive. (See their write-up ‘What is a Pub’ - They attest that pubs came about because UK houses are too small to host guests!?)And, as others have commented, the lack of understanding the difference between English and Celtic is very telling.I appreciate the owners trying.. but this is a fail. I suggest they educate themselves further, to actually read and take on board others’ feedback, and not be so blindly defensive.Cheers!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 2

Jeff Kennedy

Best authentic restaurant/English

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jon Hardiman

We didn’t eat as we ate earlier but did stop and have a few drinks. Super cool atmosphere and friendly staff. Great vibe and the weather being almost perfect made sitting outside very enjoyable. Definitely recommend you check it out.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Josh B

Echoing other reviews on here that mention the inaccurate, insulting explanations about Pubs and homes in Europe. An entry, a kitchen and somewhere to sleep? You clearly have never been anywhere near Europe.It is Incredibly disrespectful just flat out incorrect. They’ve got no idea about ‘Celtic food’ as half of it is incorrect and an Irish car bomb? In a ‘English’ pub…really? Just awful.

Melissa Yarian

Found this gem for a great afternoon while visiting Gatlinburg. Near the art area rather than downtown and was a welcome respite from the crowds. Owner and staff very friendly and helpful with suggestions on food and drink! Everything was obviously made from scratch and was delicious! Wonderful time!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shepherd's Pie, Sticky Toffee Pudding

Alyssa Ketron

Was recommended to us by our Airbnb host and it did not disappoint! Amazing food and service. Staff was very friendly and welcoming! I had the French dip and it was one of the best I’ve had! My boyfriend got fish and chips and it was also very good - coming from someone who isn’t the biggest fan of fish! Their drink selection is something that could cater to anyone’s taste! We will definitely have to stop by again on one of our next trips out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scotch Egg, Fish and Chips

Olivia W.

My friends and I had an Airbnb close to this place, we stopped in one night and it was THE best experience, hospitality was amazing, drink list was extensive, they had board games, the owner was funny, great vibes and great ambiance. Very welcoming and the appetizers we got were good as well. 10/10 would recommend

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