Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar

Why go: Fresh New England lobster rolls, snow crab legs, sushi, and an outdoor beer garden with fire pits in the heart of downtown Sevierville, open seven days a week.

About Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar

Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar is a chef-driven New England seafood restaurant in downtown Sevierville, a block from the Sevier County Courthouse and the Dolly Parton statue. Opened in late 2022, the restaurant serves lobster rolls, raw bar selections, sushi, house-made soups, seafood platters, and weekly specials, all from a space with an outdoor beer garden, covered fire pits, and a weekend music stage.

The sourcing program is central to what makes Pinchy’s work. Nearly all seafood comes from the North Atlantic and New England. Snow crab legs arrive from Alaska. Shrimp is sourced from the Gulf Coast. Oysters rotate through multiple East Coast origins including Connecticut, the Chesapeake Bay, and the Rappahannock River system. The restaurant does not use a walk-in freezer, which keeps the raw bar and the rotating menu tied to what is actually fresh.

The interior takes a different direction from most seafood restaurants. Bright wall art, an open layout, and large garage-style doors that open onto the patio in warmer months give the space an energetic feel. The bar carries multiple draft lines with rotating local and seasonal craft beers, plus cocktails and wine.

Getting to Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar

Pinchy’s is at 212 Court Avenue in downtown Sevierville, just off Forks of the River Parkway (US-441), near the Sevier County Courthouse and the historic Pines Theater, where Dolly Parton performed her first paid show as a child. Free parking is available directly across the street. The restaurant is open seven days a week, with extended hours on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Why Choose Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar

Fresh New England-style seafood is genuinely uncommon along the Smoky Mountains corridor. Pinchy’s is the most established destination for it, and the sourcing program behind the menu is different from most of what the region offers.

• Sourcing reflects what is actually available that week. The raw bar rotates based on what has arrived fresh from New England, Alaska, and the Gulf Coast, which means the menu can shift but the quality stays consistent.
• Connecticut Lobster Roll done correctly. All lobster, butter-soaked, served hot in a toasted brioche bun. This is the restaurant’s signature dish and the most-ordered item on the menu.
• Outdoor beer garden with fire pits and covered seating, open year-round. Heated for colder months, fully open to the patio when the garage doors come up in warm weather. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the garden.
• Weekly specials worth planning around. Oyster specials on Tuesday, all-you-can-eat Alaskan snow crab legs on Wednesday, and crab legs on Thursday. Sunday brunch is also available.
• Live music on weekends turns the beer garden into a full evening event. Pinchy’s was recognized as the top event venue in the Smokies in 2024.
• DoorDash delivery and online ordering for takeout are both available through the official website.

Menu Favorites

Lobster is the foundation, but the menu extends into sushi, soups, weekly specials, and desserts that reward return visits.

• Connecticut Lobster Roll. All lobster, no filler, butter-soaked and served hot in a toasted brioche bun with fries. The signature item and the most-ordered dish.
• Maine Lobster Roll. The cold counterpart to the Connecticut, served in classic New England style. A different preparation from the same premium ingredient.
• Nashville Hot Lobster Roll. Nashville hot seasoning applied to the lobster. A Tennessee-inflected take on the roll format for guests who want heat with their seafood.
• Lobster Mac and Cheese. A rich bowl of cheesy pasta loaded with chunks of lobster throughout. One of the stronger cold-weather options on the menu.
• Lobster Ravioli. A Wednesday special, house-made and rolled in-house. One of the more craft-forward items on the rotating specials calendar.
• Snow Crab Legs. Alaskan, notably large, and available in an all-you-can-eat format on Wednesdays. Also featured as a Thursday special.
• New England Clam Chowder. A classic preparation that appears consistently in guest feedback as a strong supporting order alongside any entree or roll.
• Sailor Mussels. One of the more frequently praised appetizers by returning guests. A reliable way to start before moving to the main course.
• Sushi Rolls. Prepared on-site by the raw bar team, including specialty rolls. A practical option for mixed groups where not everyone wants lobster.
• Steak Oscar. For guests who want a non-seafood centerpiece, this preparation takes a classic upscale approach on the menu’s land side.
• Biscoff Cheesecake. The dessert most consistently mentioned by guests. A fitting end to the meal if there is room.

What to Expect

Pinchy’s operates as a walk-in restaurant on most nights. The atmosphere leans energetic, particularly on weekends when live music is running in the beer garden.

• Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are accepted for ticketed events only. Check the website for upcoming events and ticketed evenings.
• Live music runs on weekends. Weeknight visits offer a noticeably quieter dining experience.
• Weekly specials run on a consistent schedule. Tuesday features oyster specials, Wednesday is all-you-can-eat Alaskan snow crab legs, and Thursday features crab legs. Sunday brunch is also available.
• Kids menu available, making Pinchy’s a practical choice for families with varied preferences.
• DoorDash delivery is available. Delivery cutoff runs slightly before the kitchen close, so placing orders earlier in the evening is advisable.

Nearby Restaurants in Sevierville

• Seasons 101. Sevierville’s upscale dining benchmark, with a seasonal menu and refined presentation that stands apart from the gateway city’s casual dining norm.
• Chubby’s Restaurant. A long-running Sevierville spot for Southern comfort food, with generous homestyle plates and the kind of relaxed setting that keeps locals coming back.
• Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant. Southern country cooking in a historic farmhouse setting, with signature apple fritters that have become part of the Sevierville dining conversation.

Explore More

My Smoky Mountain Guide Sevierville is a great resource for finding things to do and places to eat.

• Sevierville Food & Beverage Guide. Discover restaurants, distilleries, wineries, and other local dining favorites in Sevierville.
• Attractions and Entertainment. Check out all the attractions in Sevierville.
• Outdoor Adventure. Explore the great outdoor options around Sevierville.