1. Local Goat – New American Restaurant

Local Goat is one of Pigeon Forge’s best restaurants for craft food and drinks. Their kitchen is a scratch kitchen specializing in locally sourced and sustainable foods. They make everything from scratch everyday, and it does not go unnoticed.  Their reviews speak for themselves, and you will notice their parking lot is rarely not at full capacity.  Don’t be scared away because of the crowd, trust us it will be worth it!  And, they do take reservations!

2. The Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Grille

The Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Grille is a local gem for Pigeon Forge locals. Located in Pigeon Forge, the restaurant is directly across the street from the famous Old Mill Restaurant.  Since, it is so close to their sister restaurant, The Pottery House Cafe can sometimes be overlooked.  The menu has anything and everything to choose from, and is consistently delicious!  They provide a wonderful atmosphere with an outdoor patio with fountain features, fish, and beautiful scenery.  It also doesn’t hurt that it is located next door to a ice cream shop and candy store for dessert.

3. Huck Finn’s Catfish

One of the best vacation restaurants in Pigeon Forge is Huck Finn’s Catfish. It is a family owned and operated restaurant in the heart of Pigeon Forge, just minutes from Willow Brook Lodge. They pride themselves on delicious food, great prices, and amazing service. If catfish is what you crave, you can have all you can eat at Huck Finn’s. They also offer an extensive southern menu stocked full with country fried steak, grilled chicken, frog legs, shrimp and more! Each meal is kicked off with all you can eat ‘vittles.’ which is coleslaw, white beans, french fries or mashed potatoes, hushpuppies, dill pickles and onion slices.  And, you can only get it in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee!

4. Big Daddy’s Pizzeria

We couldn’t leave out our favorite neighbor, Big Daddy’s Pizzeria! Big Daddy’s is located directly next door to Willow Brook Lodge in Pigeon Forge, and is not your ordinary Pizza. They bake every pizza at 550 degrees, wood-fired flame inside of a one-of-a-kind brick oven.  It is one of the only local pizzerias in Pigeon Forge.  They also have an amazing arcade for fun, food, and games!  They make every kind of pizza you can dream up.  After eating one piece, you’ll know you just a had a little slice of heaven.