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Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg Restaurants that are top notch and family friendly from a local
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items If you're looking for good southern food in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg, look no further. These restaurants and stops have all the greatest foods and are family friendly! No chain restaurants here.
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Served family style, Mama has the best fried chicken and you can even buy the mix to take home. We make a point to get up early and get to breakfast a few times a year. Pro tip: Ask for some peach butter for your biscuits.
Mama's Farmhouse
Apple Barn not only has great food but awesome shopping. This is a great place to get souvenirs after dinner and grab an ice cream for dessert. Pro tip: Always order the apple fritters!
The Apple Barn and Cider Mill, Inc.
If you're looking for authentic Italian Grinders then you can find them at Bellacino's. Pro tip: These are bigger than they look and are a perfect top off after a long day at Dollywood.
Bellacinos Home - Bellacinos
Out shopping? The Donut Friar is a must stop anytime I'm in Gatlinburg. The cinnamon sugar donut is my fave! Pro tip: They only take cash so stop by an atm before you get there.
Donut Friar
Locally owned brewpub with delicious pizza and an extensive collection of craft beer. This is one of the best family friendly pizza/breweries in TN. Don't forget the wings!
Gatlinburg Brewing Company
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Need breakfast? Pancake Pantry has got you covered. There is usually a line up for these delicious hotcakes so go early!
Pancake Pantry
Sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs and butter cake. Jed's has the best Rueben in Gatlinburg. Make sure you try a frito pie-I'm declaring this a local delicacy!
TENNESSEE JED'S
Eat inside The Old Mill and then browse the pottery, candy, and toy shops. Real down home cooking with chicken and dumplings and meatloaf at the top of my family's list.
The Old Mill Restaurant | Southern Family Style Dining in Pigeon ...
Burger and a beer? Local Goat is your stop. Try the fried deviled eggs and fried green tomatoes.
Local Goat New American Restaurant
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Built in an old farmhouse style, this is perfect for an after shopping meal. Classic BBQ and American Southern food grace the menu with the meatloaf and griddle cakes at the top of everyone's list. The cinnamon roll is at the top of mine.
Five Oaks Farm Kitchen
If you're old enough to throw an axe, you can make a night out with dinner and a fun activity. My kids love throwing axes and chowing down on wood fired pizza while I enjoy a craft beer.
Country Roads Axe Co. featuring West by God CoalFired Pizza
Mel's Diner is always a hit with the family. Good old fashioned diner grub and the best banana split you've ever had.
Mel's Classic Diner
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Coffee, bagels, shakes, and ice cream. What more could you ask for? Hot or cold drinks for any season. The sausage,egg and cheese bagel and dole whip float are my go-tos.
Maddi Mae's Café & Creamery
This dinner only venue has some the best Italian food in East TN. Old family recipes from Verona, Italy grace the menu with lobster ravioli and tiramisu rounding out a perfect meal.
Ristorante DellaSantina