The Best Italian in Gatlinburg, Tennessee? Review and Full Tour

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
  • Today we are at the Best Italian located in Gatlinburg Tennessee in the Elks Plaza. Did we just discover THE best Italian food in Gatlinburg? Tune in to find out! We sample a SIGNATURE CALZONE, “THE BEST” SIGNATURE GARLIC ROLLS, and the CHICKEN PARMIGIANA.
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Komentáře • 121

  • @susan_elizabeth
    @susan_elizabeth Před měsícem +5

    That scream when Matt ate the spoonful of garlic and olive oil was perfect! 🤣

    • @mattray6278
      @mattray6278 Před měsícem +3

      Glad you thought it was funny! 😄 🤣 Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +3

      Matt us hilarious! Thanks for watching!

  • @DianeSlocum
    @DianeSlocum Před měsícem +6

    That food looks fantastic I see nothing wrong with how you eat and the little comments about what it looked like cracked me up Thanks for sharing and enjoy your day and I’m happy to see you having fun Take care

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      The food here was really good. We loved the unique presentation they had here. 😀 we're glad you enjoyed our video. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @msmelissaann86
    @msmelissaann86 Před měsícem +5

    We discovered this place three trips ago. We just got here yesterday. Camping for a week and will be one of our first stops. So so good I’m so glad yall enjoyed it as much as we do! Thanks for all these reviews. We live about 4.5 hrs away so knowing places that might or might not interest us is great!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +3

      Thank you for the comment. That's exactly why we make these videos. We got tired of wasting time and money on our trips and thought we could help others avoid that. We hope you enjoy your trip and have safe travels!

  • @geomadcat
    @geomadcat Před měsícem +5

    If you get lost between the moon and New York City - Christopher cross ! Great vlog!❤

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      I'm glad somebody got my reference. Good song, good movie, and this was a great place! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @stevekibler
    @stevekibler Před měsícem +3

    The food looks great.
    You know what just be yourself that is real. Eat the way you want to it is your channel. You are making great video restaurant reviews.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      Thanks! We are having a lot of fun making these videos! We really appreciate your thoughtful comments. Hope you're having a great weekend!

  • @stevenS6598
    @stevenS6598 Před měsícem +1

    Those "Best Italian" signature garlic rolls look so amazing and so does the calzone. Chicken Parmigiana is a favorite of mine and this one looks great. You both were really hilarious today. Lol 😂 Fun video today from "Best Italian". 👍

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      The food here was very good. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu! 😁 We're glad you enjoy our humor and the video. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @KellyN234
    @KellyN234 Před 19 dny +1

    This is one of the best reviews. Y’all are hilarious! 😊

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 19 dny +1

      Thank you! 😁We are glad you enjoyed this review! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @beanstaters316
    @beanstaters316 Před měsícem +1

    Those garlic rolls! That turkey shaped calzone😂😋 🤤😊

  • @beanstaters316
    @beanstaters316 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you for showing the memorial at the end. ❤🤍💙

  • @brendamurphy6074
    @brendamurphy6074 Před měsícem +1

    Yummy meal. Enjoyed dining with you.😁😁

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      Thanks, Brenda! We're glad you enjoyed the video. Hope you're well!

  • @GPgundude
    @GPgundude Před měsícem +1

    Really funny but informative video!! Thanks for Sharing!!!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      Glad you enjoyed it! This place was great! Thanks for watching!

  • @DJ-zw5ze
    @DJ-zw5ze Před měsícem +2

    Gosh, that looks like a great meal. Especially the garlic knots. Y'all are right that did look like a turkey! Great video.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks! We loved this place! We appreciate your comment, have a great weekend!

  • @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk
    @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk Před měsícem +4

    Food looks yummy

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      It was yummy, Martha! Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @ionakahler3004
    @ionakahler3004 Před 16 dny +1

    You guys are so funny making me laugh too.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 10 dny

      We have fun together, that's for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @user-ue5ib8kp7h
    @user-ue5ib8kp7h Před měsícem +2

    Food looked delicious and inviting. Thanks for taking me with you! I enjoy every place youve gone! 😊

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      Thanks! We love hearing when people enjoy our videos. We appreciate your kind words! Hope you're having a great weekend!

    • @user-ue5ib8kp7h
      @user-ue5ib8kp7h Před měsícem +2

      @@RaysontheRoad thank you 😊

  • @martybaker9035
    @martybaker9035 Před měsícem +2

    Great video and great restaurant. One of my favs. You got lucky if it wasn’t busy. Count your blessings

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      I'm happy to hear that it does get busy because this place is a gem! We loved it and will definitely be back. Thanks so much for your thoughtful comments, we really appreciate them! Hope you're having a great weekend!

  • @G-money0607
    @G-money0607 Před měsícem +3

    Gosh food looks so good 😊you had us laughing Matt 😂 loved the comment you can’t spend $100 bucks every meal when on vacation and two people can eat the calzone and salad for $20 👍🏻

    • @mattray6278
      @mattray6278 Před měsícem +2

      The food was good. In times like these of you can find budget friendly ways to eat good food it's a win win situation! Thanks for watching and commenting.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      This place was great and definitely budget friendly. Prices are high everywhere now, but this area is extreme. We were very happy to find a restaurant with great food AND great prices right on the strip!

  • @karenlouise4822
    @karenlouise4822 Před měsícem +1

    Well that's the first turkey shaped calzone I'ved ever seen LOL! Chicken parm & the garlic rolls looked awesome, now I'm craving that at 12:30 am!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      It was so good, Karen! When I edited this video I just about starved! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @Candyland420
    @Candyland420 Před měsícem +3

    Good to see y'all back, Matt is crazy!!!! Omg when he ate that huge spoon of garlic!
    My friend goes to Gatlinburg all the time and swears by Mama Mia's in Sevierville. You might check it out. :)

    • @mattray6278
      @mattray6278 Před měsícem +2

      Glad to be back! 😀 I had heard eating garlic was good for you, so I was just trying to eat healthier. 😉 we haven't heard of that place but we love Italian food so we will try to check it out. Thanks for the tip, watching, and commenting!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      He is a nut! He cracks me up every single day. We will check out Mama Mia's sometime. We're sorry to the delay with videos, it's been a crazy week!

    • @Candyland420
      @Candyland420 Před měsícem +1

      @@RaysontheRoad no problem, I am just used to seeing you guys and when I didn't see you for days I got a little worried.

    • @Candyland420
      @Candyland420 Před měsícem +1

      make sure you share some kind of pasta dish when you go to Mama's. It's a family owned restaurant like Chubby's :) Woman owner does all the cooking.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      Wow, that's awesome! We definitely will!

  • @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk
    @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk Před měsícem +4

    Nice place

  • @jillgross6232
    @jillgross6232 Před měsícem +1

    I love great Italian food! My first job was in a real Italian restaurant. My boss Guido Perna went home to Italy twice a year. I always thought our food was excellent! The pizzas were legendary, some of the best I've ever had!
    This looked excellent to. I'll have to remember this place!
    I wish you'd tried the pizza too. Maybe next time! ❤😂❤
    It looks like Matt got a little sun too! ❤

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      We would like to try the pizza. If what we ate was any indicator it will be great! There is a lot good pizza in the area though so its tough competition! Thanks for watching!

  • @lesliewhitney72
    @lesliewhitney72 Před 15 dny +1

    I LOVE Matt😅😅😅 That looks like a turkey butt 😂😂😂😂

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 10 dny

      He's the best. I'm one lucky girl. Thanks for watching and commenting, have a great day!

  • @Bigcrappie1208
    @Bigcrappie1208 Před měsícem +1

    Just ate there tonight for the first time. It was fan-friggin-tastic!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it! This place is a real gem! Have a great trip! Thanks for watching.

  • @laytonminnix3200
    @laytonminnix3200 Před měsícem +4

    I would like to see you guys do some BBQ reviews. Maybe Top 5 Rated places?

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      That is a great idea. We both love BBQ, so I'm not sure why we haven't done one yet. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @cathybriggs5846
    @cathybriggs5846 Před měsícem +2

    Man that food looks so delic. Huge calzone too

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      It was awesome! I can't believe this place isn't busier. It was so great, so clean, and had very quick and friendly service. We loved it! Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @cathybriggs5846
      @cathybriggs5846 Před měsícem +2

      I find veal parmigian is very very delic. Hope you try it one day. 👍

  • @brittneybiddy5854
    @brittneybiddy5854 Před měsícem +1

    My favorite Italian in gatlinburg! Those garlic rolls! 😍

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 29 dny +1

      Yes they were amazing! Thanks so much for watching!

    • @brittneybiddy5854
      @brittneybiddy5854 Před 27 dny +1

      @@RaysontheRoadif y’all haven’t already tried it, y’all should try Johnny carino’s in pigeon forge (also one of our favorites!) my husband loves the chicken skilletini. 🍝

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 27 dny +1

      We haven't tried that location, but we love that chain. We need to try that dish, too. How you have a great weekend.

    • @brittneybiddy5854
      @brittneybiddy5854 Před 26 dny +1

      @@RaysontheRoad oh, I didn’t realize it was a chain. We have only been to that one.
      Have a great weekend! Enjoy your videos by the way! 😊

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 26 dny +1

      Being a chain doesn't mean it's not a good place to eat in our opinion. We like eating there. That's when you know they are doing it right when it's so good you don't realize it's a chain. Hope you are having a good weekend! 😀

  • @JamieLynnBenny
    @JamieLynnBenny Před měsícem +2

    Hahaha I was thinking that calzone was the size of a turkey 😂. That food looked amazing!
    P.S. Don’t listen to Karen. If someone tells you how to eat they are weirdos lol. This is America. It’s your channel, you do you!

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks! I don't even think the camera did the salmon justice, it was huge! We were both eating it and barely finished half, haha. We appreciate all your thoughtful comments, hope you're having a great weekend!

  • @lesiamccluskey5081
    @lesiamccluskey5081 Před měsícem +3

    Will you go to a Chinese buffet? I’m a new subscriber love y’all

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      We love Chinese food, so, sure! Thanks for the idea! We appreciate your comment, have a great weekend!

  • @tammypowers3562
    @tammypowers3562 Před 29 dny +1

    Hey yall! New subscriber. I just found your channel, and I enjoy all of your vlogs! We will be in gatlinburg at the beginning of august. Im sad we won't have time to eat everywhere i like. Lol. Im trying to make a top ten budget friendly list! That's one of the best calzones I've seen. Looked heavenly. Thank u for all yall do. Ignore the negative people. They are usually so umhappy with life they insist on making others around them unhappy too. Thanks again. 😊

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 29 dny +1

      Thanks, Tammy! We're so glad to have you! This is definitely a budget friendly option. We'll be on the lookout for other great deals that we can share with you. One off hand is Chubbys- great prices and even better good! Also, check out our Crockets Breakfast Camp video. We split an entre for breakfast, and it was more than enough food. We hope you enjoy your trip!

    • @tammypowers3562
      @tammypowers3562 Před 29 dny +1

      @@RaysontheRoad thank you! We love chubbys! My husband loves the big pork sandwich with unnecessary bun as he calls it. Lol

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 28 dny +1

      Lol, it is unnecessary, isn't it?

  • @cindybelcher5925
    @cindybelcher5925 Před měsícem +1

    Dang girl you won't be able to kiss him tell next week!!!🤣🤣

  • @glendaclark5038
    @glendaclark5038 Před měsícem +1

    Started going there many many years ago when we would stay at Oak Square condos on River Rd. It was very convenient

    • @mattray6278
      @mattray6278 Před měsícem +1

      It is very convenient. They also have two locations. Thanks for watching and commenting.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      The parking is so convenient. The prices for parking keep getting higher so offering this free really sets this place apart.

  • @kde2610
    @kde2610 Před měsícem +1

    "Katherine, if this turkey 🦃 tastes half as good as it looks, i think we're in for a real treat"!!! 😂😂😂

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      One of our favorites movies! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @Thom1560
    @Thom1560 Před měsícem +1

    This is a place where I would order the specialty of the house.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      Yep! The server said the chicken parm was their specialty and it was AWESOME!

  • @joannelarose8198
    @joannelarose8198 Před měsícem +1

    LOL!! I would eat it with a spoon as well.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      It was delicious! 😋 Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @pirate1958
    @pirate1958 Před měsícem +3

    what do the pizza's look like??? I love a supreme pizza...

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +3

      We haven't had one from here, yet, but the ones we saw other people eating looked good. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @cathybriggs5846
    @cathybriggs5846 Před měsícem +2

    Do you guys ever get veal parmiguan? I know i spelled it wrong.🤭

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      No, we haven't. Is that something you enjoy? Should we try it? Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @lorihartman6850
    @lorihartman6850 Před měsícem

    Man I miss those rolls!!!! I need to go there soon, the food is really good! I have 1 question however, how was the ride home and your sleep that night after he ate that garlic? 🤣🤣🤣

    • @lorihartman6850
      @lorihartman6850 Před měsícem

      😂😂😂😂 the spoon instead of a knife

    • @lorihartman6850
      @lorihartman6850 Před měsícem

      The snow Parmesan reminded me of the Breakfast Club 😂😂😂

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      He is so funny, he kills me! I never know what he is going to do next, we have so much fun together!
      Also, I love the breakfast club, it's one of my favorites!
      Thanks so much for watching!

  • @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk
    @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk Před měsícem +4

    Stuff turkey 😂

  • @Travelinwithcarriec
    @Travelinwithcarriec Před měsícem +1

    Stacy, random, but where did you get your glasses?

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +1

      I've been buying my glasses online for years, it's the only way to go! I got this pair from eyebuydirect.com. the prices are unbelievable!

    • @Travelinwithcarriec
      @Travelinwithcarriec Před měsícem +1

      Thanks! I love them! Will check them out!

  • @vitsteele-lz2hn
    @vitsteele-lz2hn Před měsícem +1

    Hey

  • @darlenedrummer8478
    @darlenedrummer8478 Před měsícem +2

    HI STACY ! HI MATT ! DELICIOUS FOOD ! COOL BOOTHS ! I ENJOY SEEING A FUN LOVING COUPLE HAVING A ROMANTIC DINNER DATE ! 🍝🍗🦃

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      Hi Darlene! It was delicious! Thank you so much! We are very glad you enjoyed our video! Hope you are doing well. Thanks for watching and commenting! 💗😁

    • @darlenedrummer8478
      @darlenedrummer8478 Před 29 dny +1

      @RaysontheRoad YOU ARE WELCOME ! I AM DOING GOOD ! THANK YOU FOR KINDLY ASKING ! I HOPE BOTH OF YOU ARE DOING GOOD TOO ! 👋😃🕊

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 27 dny +1

      We are good also! Thanks for asking and thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @darlenedrummer8478
      @darlenedrummer8478 Před 25 dny

      @@RaysontheRoad YOU ARE WELCOME ! 🕊

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před 24 dny +1

      😀

  • @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk
    @MarthaJOHNSON-iu4wk Před měsícem +3

    Lol

  • @ski-yq9ur
    @ski-yq9ur Před měsícem +1

    that is the stupidest calzone I've ever seen. I'd have sent it back to be remade with some vents in the top. otherwise, looks like a great restaurant.

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem

      We enjoyed the calzone but it was unorthodox. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @glendaclark5038
    @glendaclark5038 Před měsícem +4

    Stacy, please do not talk with good in your mouth. Please

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +2

      Chill, Glenda. Please.

    • @glendaclark5038
      @glendaclark5038 Před měsícem +3

      I am chill, I watch all your videos and share them, so you need to chill or I will stop
      Sharing your videos

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +3

      Glenda, we appreciate your viewership. It seems that the way we comport ourselves is upsetting to you- because you make a negative comment on many of our videos. We don't want you to be upset, and it seems we are very irksome to you. We hope you enjoy your weekend, whether that involves watching us or not.

    • @mattray6278
      @mattray6278 Před měsícem +4

      We would like to thank you again for watching and supporting our channel. Everyone is welcome at our channel. We believe in free speech. Although we appreciate constructive feedback, it seems sometimes your feedback goes beyond constructive. Everyone is welcome on our channel, no matter how one chooses to eat or what table manners they may possess. Hope you are doing well.

    • @glendaclark5038
      @glendaclark5038 Před měsícem

      Stacy, I do not think I to be irksome as you stated. Just that you are ya’ll are on a public platform just a suggestion, about talking with food in your mouth. I enjoy your videos a lot. I only watch your and Hussey and Fridays forever. Are my favs

  • @glendaclark5038
    @glendaclark5038 Před měsícem +4

    The people that tell you how to eat are not weirdos. We are the ones that watch, and support your channel and share it. So please don’t call us weirdos

    • @RaysontheRoad
      @RaysontheRoad  Před měsícem +5

      Glenda, no one called you a weirdo. Thanks for watching and commenting.

    • @mattray6278
      @mattray6278 Před měsícem +4

      We appreciate each and every person that watches and supports our channel.

    • @martybaker9035
      @martybaker9035 Před měsícem +5

      Glenda I did tho. Your a weirdo

    • @GPgundude
      @GPgundude Před měsícem +1

      What makes you the authority on how people should eat?? Keep your mouth shut or look at another video!!

    • @glendaclark5038
      @glendaclark5038 Před měsícem +1

      @@martybaker9035 why would you say that? You don’t know me!!