Amici Maryville

Amici Maryville is a beloved locally owned Italian restaurant nestled in the charming town of Maryville, Tennessee, just minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains. This Alpine Appalachian restaurant brings a unique fusion concept to Blount County, serving handmade pizzas, hearty pastas, and inspired cocktails in a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like visiting good friends. The lunch menu features counter service favorites including the Amico Sandwich piled high with salami, capicola, and pepperoni, the creamy Italian Grilled Cheese with roasted tomatoes and pesto, the hearty Chicago Beef with giardiniera, and satisfying personal pizzas with pomodoro and mozzarella. Dinner service offers full-table dining with signature pies like the Four Cheese with garlic oil, fontina and mozzarella, the classic Margherita with fresh tomatoes, basil and extra virgin olive oil, and the crowd-pleasing Sausage & Pepper. The dining room embraces a neighborhood room philosophy with exposed brick, warm lighting, and communal tables, while the patio provides al fresco dining during Tennessee's pleasant months. Owned and operated by local restaurateurs with years of culinary experience, Amici creative team crafts fun, inspiring dishes and cocktails that keep both locals and tourists returning throughout the week. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 11am-2pm for lunch and 5pm-9pm for dinner, closed Monday and Tuesday.