Cleveland, TN — Right on the Way to the Smokies

Heading to Gatlinburg?
Fuel Up Before the Mountains

Thousands of travelers stop at our Cleveland, TN location every year on their way to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Right off I-75, made from scratch, worth every minute.

I-75 North/South Exit 20 — Cleveland, TN City Cafe Diner US-64 East Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge
City Cafe Diner Cleveland TN
Our Cleveland Location

Right on Your Route to the Smoky Mountains

Heading to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge on I-75? Our Cleveland location is perfectly positioned for a meal break before you hit the mountain roads. Get off at Exit 20, sit down for a real meal, and arrive refreshed.

Whether you're fueling up for a day of hiking, heading to Dollywood, or winding down after a long drive — we have 300+ items ready and tables waiting.

  • Just off I-75 Exit 20 in Cleveland, TN
  • Under 40 minutes from Gatlinburg
  • Made-from-scratch meals, open every day
  • Great stop going up and on the way back
Cleveland Hours & Menu
20+
Years Serving
3
Area Locations
300+
Menu Items
12x
Best of the Best
Why Travelers Love Us

The Perfect Break Before the Mountains

Conveniently Located

4648 Mouse Creek Rd NW, Cleveland, TN — easy off I-75, right before US-64 East toward the Smokies. In and out without a long detour.

Real Food for Road Warriors

Skip the drive-thru. Sit down for a proper meal — you've got a fun day ahead in the mountains and you'll want the energy.

Stop Both Ways

Many visitors stop in at Cleveland on the drive up and again on the way home. We're the perfect bookend to your Smoky Mountain trip.

Fuel Your Adventure

300+ Items, All Made From Scratch

Breakfast
Breakfast All Day
Omelets, pancakes & classics
Lunch
Lunch Plates
Fajitas, burgers, wraps & more
Dinner
Dinner Favorites
Salmon, steaks, healthy options
Desserts
Signature Desserts
The perfect end to any trip

Make Us Part of Your Smoky Mountain Trip

Right on your route, open every day. Stop in going up, stop in coming back — we'll be here.