Lil Black Bear Cafe
3068 Veterans Blvd, Gatlinburg, TN
Crema's Take
“Tucked into Gatlinburg, this intimate hole-in-the-wall is helmed by owner Lynn herself, who greets you warmly and cooks with genuine care, making every visit feel like a homecoming rather than a transaction. Their full breakfast menu shines with standout dishes like the Hillbilly Grit Bowl and pancakes that justify the loyal crowds, while the cozy space—complete with dog-friendly outdoor seating and surprisingly delightful bathrooms—strikes that perfect balance between a quick caffeine stop and a lingering meal with friends.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Great little find! The food was delicious and felt homemade, exactly what you want from a cozy diner. Lynn, the owner, was incredibly warm and welcoming—he really made us feel at home. Our kids loved the fun “prize” they got after finishing their breakfast, which was such a…
This little hole in the wall absolutely earns every 5 star review. First of all, when you walk into a restaurant and the owner is the one who greets you and cooks your food, you know it’s about to be GOOD. That’s exactly how Lil Black Bear is- phenomenal food made by great…
This little hole-in-the-wall restaurant is out of this world. Great food, Great people, and Gods anointing on this place. The people running it are extremely hospitable and courteous. We really enjoyed our breakfast experience. We had regular pancakes, reeses pancakes, and…
This place is small but mighty! 2 tables outside. They are dog friendly. Great food! Try those pancakes! They have the best bathroom I've ever been to while traveling. It wasn't about the look of the bathroom it was the details. I had never been in one that offered baby wipes,…
This place was very good. I would definitely stop by if you have the time. It is small, so large parties may not be able to be accommodated, however it is worth it. Our food was hot and fresh. My wife remarked that she's she hardly ever gets food so fresh that she has to wait…
When in TN you MUST EAT at Little Black Bear Cafe! The Hillbilly Grit Bowl was amazing. The owner Lynn is was so sweet and made us feel like family. The food was so yummy I had to go back for lunch before he closed! I was warned that he DOES NOT do food Togo… so I showed up…
Crema Reviews
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