I thoroughly enjoyed my recent visit to the hearth and kettle....the food was excellent, and the portions were huge! Everyone was extremely helpful, and gave great advice on local attractions. Our food was served promptly, and piping hot. Even the kids liked everything! We will be stopping there again, next time we visit the area.

We visit the Smoky Mountain area often and usually end up eating in Pigeon Forge. We were so pleased that we waited to eat in Townsend this last visit. It was the best food we have had in the area and the prices were very reasonable. We were also treated like we were important to them as opposed to in the high tourist areas where they herd you ...

One of my favorite places to eat. A++++ in every aspect

Call it AJ's: This restaurant is known as AJ's Hearth & Kettle, but everyone calls it AJ's. I've tried it once. Catfish is one of its specialties. I've had better at other places.. Eating utensils were dirty, which always starts a meal off on the wrong foot.