Waffle de Lys: Belgian Waffles with a French Touch in Gatlinburg

For a sweet stop in downtown Gatlinburg, Waffle de Lys brings Belgian-style waffles together with French-inspired toppings and flavors. The waffles are made to order, with a crisp caramelized exterior and a soft, chewy center, then finished with toppings ranging from Belgian chocolate and fresh fruit to caramel and raspberry coulis.

Waffle de Lys currently has two Gatlinburg locations along the Parkway, making it an easy addition to a day of exploring, shopping, or simply wandering through town.

About Waffle de Lys

Waffle de Lys specializes in authentic Belgian waffles with what the business describes as a French touch. Many of its toppings are imported from France and Belgium, giving the menu a European-inspired character that feels a little different from a traditional American breakfast waffle.

The menu includes both simple waffles and elaborate specialty combinations. Options include fresh strawberries, bananas, Belgian chocolate, whipped cream, caramelized hazelnuts, cookie butter, Nutella, raspberry coulis, mango coulis, and coconut.

The experience extends beyond waffles. Guests can also order coffee drinks, smoothies, frappes, milkshakes, lemonade, Belgian hot chocolate, and sundaes.

Why Guests Love It

Fresh Belgian waffles made to order
The waffles are prepared fresh and have the characteristic crisp exterior and soft, chewy interior associated with Belgian-style waffles.

Creative topping combinations
Waffle de Lys offers combinations that go well beyond syrup and butter, including fruit, Belgian chocolate, French caramel, raspberry coulis, cookie butter, and caramelized hazelnuts.

A fun treat for groups
With specialty waffles, plain waffles that can be customized, drinks, and sundaes, different members of a group can choose something suited to their own sweet tooth.

Easy to add to a Gatlinburg outing
With two locations on the Parkway, Waffle de Lys can be incorporated into a day of exploring rather than requiring a separate trip across town.

Insider Tips

• Save it for a treat break. Waffle de Lys works particularly well as an afternoon dessert, evening sweet treat, or snack between Gatlinburg stops.
• Consider sharing. Some specialty waffles come generously topped with fruit, chocolate, whipped cream, and other toppings, making them easy to split among two people.
• Try something beyond a traditional waffle. The specialty combinations include Belgian chocolate, French caramel, raspberry coulis, cookie butter, and caramelized hazelnuts.
• Choose your location based on your plans. The business currently lists locations at 616 Parkway and 716 Parkway, so check which one fits your route best.
• Check current hours before visiting. Hours can vary between locations and may change seasonally.

Stay Hello Sunshine Tip

For guests staying at Sunshine Around the Bend, Waffle de Lys makes a sweet addition to a Gatlinburg day. Stop in after exploring the Parkway, choose a Belgian waffle to share, then head back to the cabin when you’re ready for a quieter evening. Sometimes the little dessert stop becomes one of the moments everyone remembers from the trip.