Whether it's a stack of pancakes before a big hike or a farm-to-table steak to round out a full day's worth of adventures, you'll find what you have a taste for in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Here's a few popular places you can't go wrong visiting.
Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg Restaurants
Corkys Ribs & BBQ
3584 Parkway Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863
Corky’s serves the finest Memphis-style ribs and BBQ with world-famous Corky’s BBQ sauce and dry rub.
Flapjacks Pancake Cabin
Multiple locations locally
Southern Living magazine chose Flapjacks Pancake Cabin for their “South’s Best Flavors” story, so we definitely think you should, too.
Greenbrier Restaurant
370 Newman Road, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738
Located in a log cabin from the 30’s, this family restaurant offers a romantic dining experience well known for fine dining, wonderful ambiance, and spectacular views atop the mountain.
Howard's Restaurant
976 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738
The oldest restaurant in Gatlinburg knows a thing or two about what brings customers back. Be sure to snag a table outdoors if the weather's nice.
Local Goat
2167 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Local Goat specializes in locally sourced, sustainable foods made from scratch. Menu highlights include fried green tomatoes, deep-fried deviled eggs, bison meatloaf, and pimento cheese cheeseburgers.
New Orleans Sandwich Company
631 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Drop in this top-rated sandwich shop for authentic New Orleans and Cajun inspired dishes. Not in the mood for a sandwich? That’s ok—house favorites include gumbo, jambalaya, and crawfish etouffee.
Puckett’s Pigeon Forge
2480 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Enjoy classic Tennessee comfort food at this southern restaurant and grocery. Check their events calendar so you can be sure to catch some live music when you go. Or, pick up one of their family-size to go options for a quiet night in with your crew.
The Old Mill
175 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
The Old Mill is one of the oldest continually operating gristmills in the country. Dine on classic southern fare while overlooking the Little Pigeon River flow through the 200-year-old mill.
The Park Grill Gatlinburg
1110 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738
Enjoy a true Smoky Mountains dining experience in this rustic lodge that serves all the classic flavors of Southern Appalachia. Bonus: it’s located right near at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, making it a convenient (and delicious) spot to grab a bite.
The Wild Plum Tea Room
555 Buckhorn Road, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738
This tea house was inspired by tea houses of Austria. The rotating menu includes recipes passed down from family and community members. You may not know what will be on the menu that day, but it will always be fresh and local.