Whole Earth Grocery & Cafe
446 East Pkwy #4, Gatlinburg, TN
Crema's Take
“Whole Earth Grocery & Cafe is a beloved local gem in Gatlinburg that seamlessly blends a health-focused grocery store with a welcoming cafe, earning consistent praise for their thoughtfully crafted vegan and gluten-free options like their standout lentil burger wrap and fresh salads. Beyond coffee, they've built a loyal following for their commitment to organic and wholesome ingredients, offering everything from wellness shots to quality specialty drinks in a family-friendly atmosphere that feels genuinely invested in nourishing their community. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite before hitting the road or settling in to browse their curated selection of natural products and snacks, it's the kind of place that gets locals and travelers equally excited.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
We were looking for a quick healthy gluten free sandwich before we got on the road and this place hit the spot! We got two chicken salad sandwiches with potato salad. I agree with the other reviewer the potato salad needed something but it was good on its own and not submerged in mayo. The sandwiches were excellent as well. Gatlinburg is lacking when it comes to healthy gluten free options and we were happy to find this place. It has parking as well!
I love that whole earth grocery offers vegan products and vegan food. The lentil burger wrap was delicious. I enjoyed the potato salad and the pasta salad. I’d say maybe add some celery or something to the potato salad if possible but that would be my only critique and I cook often and potato salad is one of my favorite sides, so I was hoping it would’ve been more than potato’s and mayo. It’s a super cute store and cafe. I liked the use of recycled propane tanks and other materials to be friendly to the environment. I would indeed go back. I particularly loved the size and taste of the wrap itself that came with our wrap. It was really big and it didn’t break or fall open, which often happens at many places in any type of wrap you order. Definitely check this place out, and major props since vegans aren’t common in TN, especially in the GSMNP area. Cheers. Thanks again for the healthy options and vegan à la carte grocery items too.
Found this cafe on Google search. It definitely is a must try for vegan food and more. They offer healthy wraps, lentil burger, sides like potato salad, pesto pasta, organic coffee, Wellness shots. Everything we tried was delicious and healthy. They sold several grocery items and clothes. Great cafe to refuel and shop!
We got the vegan lentil burgers with vegan potato salad. We enjoyed it. Great little store that has some good vegan items like Amy’s canned soups and vegan burritos. They also have some vegan beef jerky items. Glad we found this place as this area can lack any vegan options.
Awesome local spot! Great selection of both grab-and-go foodstuffs and snacks, health and beauty products, as well as a sit-in café eatery. We had both chicken and tuna salad sandwiches and wraps and they were healthy and delicious! The vibe is eclectic and welcoming. If you’re looking for a quieter, healthy, non-touristy haven, this is your spot! Loved it!
Crema Reviews
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