While spending a vacation in Pigeon Forge, you won’t want to miss some of the delicious Southern comfort food that local restaurants are cooking up! After an action packed day of exploring Dollywood, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and other fun attractions, treat yourself to a hearty meal that is sure to satisfy even the biggest appetites! Here are the top 4 restaurants in Pigeon Forge for Southern comfort food:
1. The Old Mill Restaurant
The Old Mill Restaurant is an iconic destination in Pigeon Forge as it not only features some of the best Southern comfort food in town, but an authentic gristmill that dates back to 1830! The extensive menu features Southern classics like fried catfish, chicken and dumplings, homemade meatloaf, pan fried country ham and more. Dinners include a cup of the Old Mill’s signature Corn Chowder, as well as a house side salad, corn fritters, homemade mashed potatoes, green beans and your choice of several bakery fresh desserts. If you can’t make it during dinner, you’ll be excited to know that the Old Mill Restaurant is also open for breakfast and lunch!
2. Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen
Another one of the top restaurants in Pigeon Forge for Southern comfort food is Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen! This popular dining destination is located at The Island in Pigeon Forge, a massive entertainment complex with specialty shops, amusement rides and a free fountain show. The restaurant is known for their mouthwatering Southern style entrees, tasty side dishes and delicious desserts, all served in a comfortable family style setting. The 300 seat upstairs dining area offers the perfect spot for a meal while overlooking The Island’s fountain show!
3. Mama’s Farmhouse
Enjoy a memorable and hearty meal just like your grandmother used to make at Mama’s Farmhouse! Everything is delivered to your table family style and you’re welcome to eat as much as you want, so just let your friendly server know when you are ready for another serving. Some of the fantastic selections that you’ll find on the menu include country fried steak, fried fish, turkey n’ stuffing, and award winning fried chicken. Start off with a helping of Mama’s homemade buttermilk biscuits, and then finish your meal with banana pudding or peach cobbler.
4. Huck Finn’s Catfish
When it comes to the top restaurants in Pigeon Forge for Southern comfort food, don’t miss a meal at Huck Finn’s Catfish! As you might imagine, this restaurant is THE place to go in the Smokies for catfish and it has been voted as the Best Catfish in East Tennessee by Tennessee Magazine. The popular “All You Can Eat” dinners include fried catfish and Southern fried chicken, as well as scratch-made hushpuppies, fresh coleslaw, white beans with turkey ham, and a choice of fries, mashed potatoes or green beans. There are lots of other options besides catfish too, such as fried clam strips, grilled shrimp, Southern pork chops and more.
Don’t forget to try one of these delicious restaurants in Pigeon Forge when you visit. Check out all of our cabins in the Smoky Mountains today to stay just minutes away from these tempting restaurants in Pigeon Forge!
