Agreed. Fortunately, restaurants like Calhoun's and the Cherokee Grill, will give you a code so that you aren't charged for parking. But I don't like the fact that you have to enter your credit card information and pay for it first. Fortunately, we didn't have to worry about it, since we didn't come back to find a ticket on our windshield.

It's our job to outline everything, both the positive and the negative. I can pretty much guarantee you that you will get a good meal if you go there.

And comments like yours, are why we do this. We know that most people want the facts, and are appreciative of honest reviews. That's what we will always give. And no, we're not going to let this one guy who called us complainers, hinder us from doing that. People who visit, deserve to know the truth. We are going to give the truth, whether it is good, bad, or a mixture of both. In this case, the food was excellent, but the parking situation is very confusing, and people need to be aware of it. The best way I can explain it, and we're still a bit confused ourselves, is that when you get there, you scan the bar code and enter your credit card information to pay the parking. Then, you tell the restaurant when you are leaving, and they will give you a code that supposedly either refunds it, or keeps you from being charged. It's absolutely ridiculous. As is their policy change, to take away one side, and then increase the price. We believe that if we are not going to give fair, balanced, and honest reviews, then there's no point in doing it all. Like you said, if a channel always just gets up and says everything is great, you absolutely get no information of value. We fully agree with your comment, and that's why we try to be honest. As we've said before, our goal is not to help, or hurt any business. We owe no business anything, and we are not in anyone's pocket. We are going to tell exactly what our experience was like.

We appreciate your watching, and your comment. Yeah, when you have to pay to park, on top of paying for your meal, it just isn't worth it.

We appreciate you watching. Thank you for commenting.

God is definitely good, and He certainly has blessed us.

Well, all I know, is there still other comparable places in town that offer 2 sides. It's the thing of them offering 2 for years, going up on the price, and then taking 1 away. Yes, those blue cheese grits are really good. In fact, everything I've ever had there has been top-notch. My issue with them, is not their food or the quality. I think they are the best in town in that regard.

It won't be much longer on the Christmas lights videos. We did do a little sneak peek video of Christmas lights at Dollywood, but it's not going to be a very long one. But I should have it up in a day or two. Thank you so much for watching, and for commenting.

We 100% agree! Thank you so much for your comment. I'm glad we're not the only ones that feel that way.

Our job is to simply give the facts when we review. We will make sure that they see a copy of this video. I hope they will reconsider their policy. Their steak and prime rib are good enough to keep us from boycotting them alogether.

Sounds like a great plan you've got there. You are far better off if you can stay in town, if you plan on walking to the restaurants. I'm glad you get a good rate for staying there. We appreciate you watching, and your comment.

Hope you have a good visit and a good experience there. Yes, their steak is top notch.

Yes, it is becoming harder and harder.

We really appreciate this comment. I'm glad you understand, that we are merely giving the facts, and not trying to pick on a restaurant. We are simply letting people know about the change. One person on here has already said we are complaining, and he doesn't have a clue what he's talking about. It would be wrong for us not to give these facts about these changes. Thank you for understanding and being appreciative of the fact that we are merely giving the facts about the changes.

Thank you for letting us know you appreciate the review. If you do go, please let us know how you like it.

You are very welcome!

I believe you hit the nail on the head, in your assessment. I believe places are trying to recuperate their losses. Yes, I did receive free refills on the drink here. The only place we have been to as of late that charges for refills, was the pizza place we just did a review on. She got water, but I did get iced tea and was given free refills. I don't remember exactly, without going back and looking at the receipt, how much the drink was. But I probably drank about four glasses. Thank you for your comment, and your appreciation of us giving the facts. Yes, we do try to be tactful, but we feel an obligation to be honest. We've already had one person comment on this post, saying that we were complaining. That guy is completely clueless about what the review process is even all about. We do try to be tactful and give the good and the bad, but it is simply not right for us to leave out facts that visitors may need to know

Peddler does have a great salad bar, but to be honest, the steak I got at The Peddler, was nowhere near the same quality as this one. We do like the prime rib at The Peddler, second to this one. But the ribeye isn't even close.

Thank you for watching, and we are glad you enjoyed your channel. We appreciate the fact that you enjoy it. A lot of people like to question me on the steak sauce thing, and I'm not really sure why. To me, it should not concern anyone how another adult likes his steak. But since you asked, I will try to simply address your question in the hopes you are not offended. Still, this is one that really leaves me scratching my head. One guy got really offended with me last week, for using steak sauce. As far as I'm concerned, there are a lot bigger issues in the world than what someone likes on their food. To answer the question that you asked... When I use steak sauce, I am not trying to mask the flavor of anything. To me, it's no different than if a person puts barbecue sauce on their ribs, mayonnaise on their hamburger, or ketchup on their French fries. It's a matter of personal taste, and I don't believe someone has to eat their food the same way I do, or vice versa. And yes, I can certainly taste the steak...even with sauce. That is apparent, because when I say "this is the best steak in town", that means I have had others, and I obviously can taste each and every one, or I wouldn't be able to say which I like best. And I actually ALWAYS request A-1, no matter where I'm eating a steak. I can still make a determination of which one tastes the best to me. And I must be pretty accurate, because numerous other people whom I know personally, also agree that the ribeye at Cherokee Grill is the best they have had in Gatlinburg. I believe if a person is paying for a meal, they should be able to eat it any way they choose to. I do not demand that anyone put steak sauce on their steak, and I never say anything to anyone if they don't. My wife doesn't. I do not tell her she should. It is her steak, and she's an adult. But that's the way I like it, and I always have. When I use steak sauce, it has nothing to do with the steak not being good, or me trying to hide the flavor. I happen to like the way the flavor of the meat and the sauce compliment each other. That's why steak sauce exists. Because it goes well with steak. That's what it is for. I also put it on my hamburgers...At least the ones I grill at home. I don't usually order it on my hamburgers when I'm out, unless I'm at Five Guys, and then I do, because they have unlimited toppings and A-1 is one of those toppings available. I simply like the flavor of A-1 steak sauce on a good steak, and it's as simple as that. And honestly, your last comment was worded in a way that I respectfully, take exception to. "If I put steak sauce on a steak it is to give it flavor or cover it up." Fine. But that isn't why I do it. I do it because I like it that way. I am a grown man. I've eaten steak my entire life, and I have had it with and without sauce, and I prefer it with. You said..."I don't understand saying they have the best Steak in town if it's flavored with sauce. Maybe say it's very tender and they have the best steak sauce in town." No, I said exactly what I meant to say. There is no "best steak sauce in town", as I always request the same kind. When I say I feel this is the best steak, I am saying that will full awareness of what it tastes like. Thanks for watching. I hope I was able to answer your question.

Not sure about the oakfire, but there was no butter on the steak there.

If you do, let us know what you think of it.

I've been to the Alimo at least over a half dozen times just ain't what it used to be for me. Thanks for all you do. Thanks Phillip

Thank you for the tip. My wife will love to know that.

Believe it or not, I just asked her. She said she got it at Walmart.

We've had steak at both places, and we respectfully disagree. The ribeye steak I got at The Peddler, was tough and not of good quality, and nowhere near worth the money I paid for it. We alluded to The Peddler, when I said they did have a good prime rib and good marinated chicken, but the steak at Cherokee Grill is about 5 levels over that of The Peddler. Have you tried the ribeye steak at both places?

@johnpinckney4979 Both channels appreciate you watching, and your support and kind words. I hope you do get to have another trip there soon, and that you have a wonderful time.

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Thank you. The extra side was $3.50, so they would not have needed to increase it by $6.50. It is the principle of paying more and getting less. Without the customer, they don't have a business.

Yes, we do too!

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It was $3.50. I think I did clarify that in the close out. It is $5, if you just order it by itself. But with a meal, it is $3.50. Not sure who would go in there and just order that side, but either way, it is cheaper to get it with a meal.

Agreed! No point in doing it, if we're not going to outline the good and the bad. It absolutely is the best steak I have had in Gatlinburg, and it is consistently on that level. But just do not like the new policy of taking away a side. I believe the first time I heard of them doing that, was when you all did a review there. I think you said they had just started doing that?

@@NCMemoryMakers Yes. In fact they had the extra side on the outside menu because it had not been updated. David definitely thinks that is the best steak in Gatlinburg.

@vafunseekers I have to agree with David on that one. I think that one, and the one at The Chop House, are right up there next to each other, and head and shoulders above the others. Still, for what they charge, they should at least give you a salad, or the option of a second side instead. And the parking situation in Calhoun's Village has become very confusing. Not saying that part is the restaurant's fault. I'm just glad we didn't get a ticket.

Very sorry that you had a bad experience there. We have always had a good one, but we may hit it on a bad day, ourselves, at some point.

Can't argue with that!

Agreed!

@@NCMemoryMakers I think if my husband and I ever get to Gatlinburg again that we might park and ride the tram. Forget driving/parking in Gburg.

What issue was repetitive?

She did forget the silverware at first. No, a salad was not included. And my wife did notice the butter on the board, which was strange. A few things like that left us scratching our heads. But the steak and prime rib are still the best we have had in town.

Certainly. We actually have done video reviews on all 3 of those. Cherokee Grill Calhoun's The Peddler In that order. Now, I need to say a few things... Those are the 3 you asked about. I would put the Alamo's steaks over The Peddler. The Peddler does have an excellent salad bar, and a great marinated chicken. They also have a prime rib, that I would put over The Alamo, but still under Calhoun's and Cherokee Grill. What The Peddler mainly has going for it, is the nice inside of the restaurant with a view of the river, and an awesome salad bar. And as far as Pigeon Forge, it really depends on what kind of food you are wanting. If you're talking strictly steak, then Chop House is the best we've had there, followed by The Alamo. I don't know if I've had a steak anywhere else in Pigeon Forge. But we also love The Pottery House Cafe, and Applewood Farmhouse Grill. Those are our top 3 there.

@@NCMemoryMakers Have you tried the Ale Steak at Calhoun's in Pigeon Forge? Mine was excellent!

@johnpinckney4979 We have not. Last time we ate at Calhoun's, we had lunch there with the VAFunseekers. I think I got the prime rib that day. And that was the Calhoun's in Gatlinburg. I've never eaten at the one in Pigeon Forge.

How original. Not to mention, your statement is utter nonsense. I just laugh, at all the people that think they should tell a grown man how to eat his steak. When did I say it needed it? Point me to that spot in the video. I'll wait...