Cloud 9 Cafe & Bakery at Anakeesta — Restaurant in Gatlinburg

We visited Anakeesta on a Wednesday in early November 2024. There weren't many people at all in the park. We were wandering around the top near Anavista Tower and they have this new Cloud 9 Cafe & Bakery here in the plaza area right below.

One side they had baked goods with lots of cookies, brownies and cakes. The left side had grab and go lunches like sandwiches with chips and drinks. They also did specialty drinks here. We got the pineapple dole whip. It was pretty good and a decent size for the price. The cakes while they looked amazing were very pricey for the size of the slice.

They had a cookie deal where if you get 3 you save some money so we got Lemon Blueberry, Reece's Peanut Butter and Red Velvet. Lemon Blueberry was everyone's favorite.

Great place to pick up a quick lunch/snack if you're not looking for a full sit down meal. The kids kept wanting to run around and...

AnaVista Tower offers some of the best views in Gatlinburg, with a 360° lookout that’s worth the climb. The structure is sturdy and well-maintained, and the path up includes rest spots for those who need a break. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Kentucky, and the surrounding gardens add a peaceful touch.

It’s a great spot for photos, quiet reflection, or just taking in the scenery. Whether you visit during the day or at sunset, the experience feels elevated—literally and emotionally. A must-do while...

We tried the holiday cannolis...cranberry and white chocolate...I think. It took forever for them to make these. They were understaffed: one woman was helping everyone and at the cashier. The other woman in didn't know how to make them. They were $14 and pretty small. It's a store bought shell that they fill. It took almost 20 minutes to get them and they were not worth it. Shell was crunchy. The inside was a let down. Good flavor, but not...