Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro We source the highest quality ingredients for our Modern Appalachian cuisine located in Townsend, TN
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We’ve got a pour for every state of mind. 🍂 ✨From refreshing citrus infusions on the rocks to rich berry coupes and gold...
10/14/2026

We’ve got a pour for every state of mind. 🍂 ✨

From refreshing citrus infusions on the rocks to rich berry coupes and golden bubbly sips, our fall cocktail menu is built for crisp weather and good company.

Which vibe are you starting with?
🥂 Bubbly & Bright
🍒 Rich & Berry
🍊 Citrus & Spice

Drop your choice in the comments! 👇

We’re honored to share that Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro has been named a 2026 Steward of Virginia W**e…and we’re esp...
10/01/2026

We’re honored to share that Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro has been named a 2026 Steward of Virginia W**e…and we’re especially proud to be the only 2026 recipient located outside of Virginia. This recognition highlights our commitment to showcasing regional w**es that complement our Appalachian menu.

And what better way to kick off Virginia W**e Month? 🍷

For us, Virginia w**e makes sense. Follow the mountains north from Townsend and you’ll find w**emakers working within the same Appalachian landscape, producing w**es that feel both connected to tradition and full of possibility.

Our w**e program has long celebrated that range…from established Virginia producers that helped pave the way to newer makers like Common Wealth Crush in Waynesboro, whose collaborative approach is helping shape what comes next.

We’re grateful to Virginia W**e for this recognition and proud to help introduce more of these bottles, producers and stories to our guests here in Tennessee.

Cheers to great w**e made just a couple hundred miles up the mountains. 🍷

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Want a final taste of summer before the season shifts?Gather on the patio for the Local Wagyu Bistro Burger, crafted wit...
09/02/2026

Want a final taste of summer before the season shifts?

Gather on the patio for the Local Wagyu Bistro Burger, crafted with rich Sixteen Peaks Wagyu beef, smoky Benton's Smoky Mountain Country Hams bacon, sharp Tillamook County Creamery Association cheddar, and house-made smoked onion & tomato jam, balanced with fresh bibb lettuce and garlic aioli on a toasted brioche bun.

Served with golden herbed fries and paired perfectly with a cold pour from , it’s the ultimate late-summer pairing.

Grab a seat outdoors and soak up the sunshine while it lasts! ☀️🍻

There’s something about a summer evening on the Bistro patio.Good food, a glass in hand, the mountains settling into dus...
08/18/2026

There’s something about a summer evening on the Bistro patio.

Good food, a glass in hand, the mountains settling into dusk, and nowhere else you need to be.

Whether you’re staying just steps away at Dancing Bear Lodge or joining us for dinner, this is one of our favorite ways to spend a summer night in Townsend.

Come take a seat and stay awhile. 🌿

Low light, warm wood, and the quiet comfort of a space designed for unwinding. Welcome to Bar at the Bear.
08/12/2026

Low light, warm wood, and the quiet comfort of a space designed for unwinding.

Welcome to Bar at the Bear.

Bright, crisp, and rooted in seasonal flavors. ✨Our Green Goddess Salad balances fresh artisan greens, cucumber, and hei...
08/05/2026

Bright, crisp, and rooted in seasonal flavors. ✨

Our Green Goddess Salad balances fresh artisan greens, cucumber, and heirloom tomatoes with the tang of pickled red onion and shaved radish. Finished with house-made cornbread croutons and a bright spring herb dressing, it’s a refreshing take on a classic.🌿

Some dishes are more than a meal—they’re a reflection of place.Our English Mountain Rainbow Trout brings together the fl...
07/16/2026

Some dishes are more than a meal—they’re a reflection of place.

Our English Mountain Rainbow Trout brings together the flavors of the Smokies through thoughtfully sourced ingredients and careful craftsmanship. Herb-brushed trout rests alongside Cherokee White Eagle polenta, bi-colored corn, and a lima bean & crawfish succotash, finished with smoky local corn sauce, charred corn, trout roe, rock shrimp and tomato relish, and basil oil.

Each ingredient has a purpose. Each bite tells a story of the season, the land, and the people who cultivate it.

Join us at Appalachian Bistro and experience a menu inspired by the region we call home.

Summer in a bowl. Our Summer Garden Chicken starts with tender Joyce Farms airline chicken breast. We pair it with Itali...
07/08/2026

Summer in a bowl.

Our Summer Garden Chicken starts with tender Joyce Farms airline chicken breast. We pair it with Italian Apron Ricotta Gnocchi, Benton's Pork Jowl, DBAB zucchini, squash, and radish, heirloom tomato gravy, squash kimchee, and a drizzle of basil oil. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Tennessee Stagg 🥃Bold proof meets seasonal harvest. We’ve paired the rich, uncut heat of Stagg Jr. Bourbon with local Ki...
06/24/2026

Tennessee Stagg 🥃

Bold proof meets seasonal harvest.

We’ve paired the rich, uncut heat of Stagg Jr. Bourbon with local King’s peach wh**ky, balanced by our housemade orange and lemon bitters and freshly muddled local peaches.

Available now.

A little smoke. A great wh***ey. A well-deserved toast.While Father’s Day Brunch is fully booked, the celebration doesn’...
06/17/2026

A little smoke. A great wh***ey. A well-deserved toast.

While Father’s Day Brunch is fully booked, the celebration doesn’t have to end there.

Join us throughout the week and raise a glass to Dad with the Man in Black, our signature smoked Old Fashioned.

Because one day simply isn’t enough to honor everything he does.

Address

7140 East Lamar Alexander Pkwy
Townsend, TN
37882

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 5pm - 9pm
Sunday 5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18653362138

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