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    Local Goat

    4.4 (5.6k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Anna B.

    My husband and I went here twice during our vacation. He has a strict dairy allergy, so we appreciated how accommodating they were. Everything is made from scratch and they let us know what could be and couldn't be dairy free. The food taste great too! We tried two burgers and wings, all were delicious and filling. Service and Atmosphere was nice, overall, as well. Our first server was mostly attentive but did seem to forget our waters for awhile. However, that's the only complaint we had. One thing to note is that the parking lot is steep and tight, but we didn't have any issues finding a spot.

    The chicken sandwich. Excellent sauce.
    Anthony L.

    Now listen here, friends, in a town where the Parkway hums like a beehive full of tourists and every other door promises "world famous pancakes" or "the best ribs this side of anywhere," there sits a place called Local Goat--and against all odds, it actually earns its keep. This is not some half-hearted roadside attempt at being a sports bar. No sir. This is a full-throated, flag-waving, bourbon-glass-clinking sports bar that knows exactly what it is and leans into it like a linebacker in November. Screens everywhere. Noise in the right key. People who look like they came to eat, drink, and argue about a blown call in the fourth quarter. And the beer--well now--the beer is cold enough to make a banker honest. A proper selection too. Not just "light" and "whatever's on tap," but a lineup that says somebody back there actually cares about hops and not just margins. The food shows up like it means business. Burgers stacked high enough to make you reconsider your life choices. Fries that don't apologize for being fries. Plates that don't look like they were designed by a committee that hates joy. It's honest food--maybe not fancy, but it doesn't need to be. It's the kind of meal that says, "Sit down, shut up, and enjoy yourself for once." And the staff? Competent. Not in the "we're smiling because corporate told us to" way, but in the "we've seen a thousand families, six birthday parties, and a man in flip-flops argue about football in one shift" way. They keep it moving. They keep it right. Now don't misunderstand me--this is Pigeon Forge, where restaurants multiply faster than pigeons on a dropped funnel cake. But Local Goat stands a little taller in the crowd, like it knows it doesn't have to scream to be heard. So if you find yourself in that neon sprawl with a thirst on you and a hunger that won't be reasoned with, step inside. Order something cold. Something big. Something that doesn't try to be anything other than what it is. Because sometimes, friends, that's exactly what you need.

    Onion rings half order
    Lisy M.

    I honestly wasn't impressed with this place. The atmosphere and seating were decent, and the service was good, but the food really missed the mark. Nothing we ordered seemed properly seasoned. The fried deviled eggs sounded amazing on the menu, but they were rubbery and overwhelmingly tasted like mustard. The only item that really stood out were the onion rings, which were actually very good. The wings were kinda soggy and not that flavorful either. The burger was just average, and the hot honey chicken sandwich was okay, but nothing memorable. Overall, the food lacked flavor and didn't live up to the hype. Unfortunately, I wouldn't return.

    Hollie S.

    I love that this is a scratch kitchen and 99% of their items are made from scratch. I ordered the bison burger and it was delicious. My server was great and I had a great experience. I will say it was loud, which was fine for me but may not be ideal for others.

    Teriyaki Kabobs*  w/Fried Rice & Steamed Broccoli
    Londa S.

    Make sure when you're in Tennessee you go to this restaurant. The wait time was 10-15 during dinner hours for a group of 4. Very spacious restaurant and very clean. Waitresses were very knowledgeable about the menu and provided honest recommendations. We sat across from a big bridal party but we still received timely service. Highly recommended the menu had plenty of choices between hand held to pasta and etc.

    Smokehouse Burger*
    Josh R.

    OMG! My wife and I both ordered the smoke house burger, mine with fries and hers came with mashed sweet potato. We both finished our huge plates, barely! These burgers took us on a trip to flavor town and the sides were also very good! I ordered an IPA with mine that also hit the spot. They have several locally made beers. This place is fantastic! My wife ordered crème brûlée and loved it. They also had a gluten free menu she appreciated.

    Lamb Burger* Side of Fried Rice
    Jennifer A.

    Wow--where do I even begin? The Local Goat came up as one of the best restaurants in Pigeon Forge, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. We were looking for something delicious but also with a fun atmosphere, and this place delivered on both. Our waiter was super friendly and helped us decide on drinks, appetizers, and entrées. We started with the deviled eggs, cheese fondue, and whiskey chicken wings. For our main dishes, we ordered the lamb burger and the BGT burger. I had never tried a tzatziki-style burger before, and wow--it was completely unique and so delicious. Every bite was incredible. My husband and I are huge foodies, and we were visiting from Miami on our honeymoon. We both absolutely loved everything and will definitely be back the next time we're in Pigeon Forge. What really stood out is that so much of the food and sauces are made fresh and locally each day--you can truly taste the difference. Highly recommend!

    TN Whiskey Glazed Burger*
    Madelyn L.

    Local Goat was honestly such a great find while we were in town. It was pretty busy when we got there, but we were seated right away, which was a nice surprise. The place itself was clean and had a really good vibe, and our server was super friendly and attentive. We started with the Bing Bang Boom shrimp, and wow! so good! The flavor was on point. The only thing I could've skipped was the wonton crisps on the side, but that's just personal preference. For my meal, I got the TN whiskey burger and... oh my goodness. That thing was HUGE and packed with flavor. Definitely one of those burgers you keep thinking about after the trip. The fries were great too, crispy and well-seasoned. Overall, easy 10/10. I'd honestly travel back to Tennessee just to eat here again.

    BGT Burger*
    Geri G.

    From the food to the service everything here was just awesome. I had taken my son 9 and daughter 7mos out for a morning filled with activities so around 2:00 we were all hungry. I had seen Local Goat while driving a few times and really wanted to check it out. I am so glad we did. When we came in it wasn't super busy and we were seated right away. Our server came up to us and explained that it's a local chain with two locations and most everything was made in house, which is amazing. He quickly brought our drinks and took our food order. I got the burger with goat cheese and bacon Jam and my son got the kids chicken fingers. The food came out pretty fast and was nice and hot. The fries were perfectly seasoned and crunchy. My burger was huge. Not only was it plenty of food but it was delicious. The patty was well cooked and the goat cheese and the bacon jam complimented it really well. Everything on the burger was fresh and just well balanced. The bun was light and airy. I wish I could have eaten the whole thing, but thankfully the hotel has a fridge and microwave in the room so a perfect meal for later. My son was raving about his food. He absolutely loved it. Which, can be hard for him because sometimes he can be extremely picky. He loved the fries and the chicken fingers. I tried a bite of his chicken and it was juicy and had a nice crunch to it. Definitely, not the premade chicken fingers you often get for kids meals. Our server was awesome. He checked on us multiple times and brought me a refill on my soda before I had finished the first. It was our first time here but my son has decided it is now a must when we visit pigeon forge and wants to bring my husband back to show him a great place he found. I would definitely recommend this place for families or even for date night the food is delicious and fresh and the service is spot on.

    BBQ Chicken Sandwich
    Brandy H.

    Stopped in for lunch while in town for a volleyball tournament. My parents suggested this place and it was amazing. Their burgers had an awesome flavor along with all the fabulous toppings which make them even better. I had the pimento cheese burger which also had bacon jam on it and it was the perfect flavor combination. The fries were so good with their homemade ketchup which has just the perfect little kick to it. The buns have an everything g bagel seasoning on them which just adds to the tastiness. The restaurant is rather large with plenty of seating and we were sat right away with no wait. Several in our family added a side of ranch to dip their fries in and they all loved the homemade ranch.

    Billy burger - house made aioli paired perfectly with the umami mushrooms.
    Sarah A.

    A solid choice for a lunch or dinner when in the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area. Upon first glance, it looks like your typical pub style restaurant with new American fare. However this establishment dares to take risks like deep frying deviled eggs and making all condiments in-house, assuring a unique experience. On a busy Sunday, my party of 2 was seated immediately and our waitress made sure to explain the menu since it was our first time. For our entrees, we ordered the Billy burger and the farmhouse burger, both of which were cooked to perfection. The patty was juicy, flavorful, and piled high with toppings. The seasoned bun was a welcome surprise. If you like burgers, you can't go wrong ordering one with your favorite customizations. It was our first time, but won't be our last visit when we are in Pigeon forge on a future trip!

    Hamburger and chicken sandwich
    Patricia K.

    We're traveling and came across this fantastic restaurant in Pigeon Forge. The food was great and Krystal and Derek in the bar area were amazing bartenders. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

    TN Whiskey burger with onion rings
    Ebony R.

    Went to Tennessee for a girls trip and this place was on our list of options and honestly was the best place we had all weekend! The inside is huge so don't let the packed parking lot discourage you. We were immediately seated upon walking in. Our server was amazing and swooned one of my friends lol. But the food is what is bringing me back here. Everything we tried was amazing and I went with a group of 5 gals with different taste buds. I had the TN Whiskey Glazed Burger with a side of onion rings and omg. The burger had sooo much flavor and was perfectly cooked to my liking. The onion rings were massive and battered to perfection. Everything came out fairly quickly and was so delicious! The portions are great and everything is decently priced for the location. Will definitely be my top spot when I'm in the PF area!

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    Food was good but adult beverages didn't seem to have much alcohol in them. Overall food was good but be prepared to wait!

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    Food and service was great!! Definitely recommend and hope to be back next time in town

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    Great Service, Great Food Great Ambiance, Very clean, The price was very reasonable for the amount of food that you received.

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    Amazing food and service. We went back twice during our trip. The server was great with suggesting appetizers

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    2 years ago

    Gotta try the salmon . Also the creamed sweet potatoes are the stuff of dreams. Def a must go!

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    Fresh salmon cut in-house daily. Thank you Stephanie.

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    So great to hear Jessica. Thank you for the great review!

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    Best meal I had on my trip to the Smokies. Fresh food. Creative flair and great service.

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    Food was AWESOME! Service was GREAT! Best food in the area! All local all fresh. You can taste the difference and it's delicious!

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    Thank you for your visit and kind words!

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    Incredible food prepared with high quality and speed. Huge waiting line that still moved surprisingly fast. Impressive!

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    Great service, great food. I'd recommend reservations if possible. We will definitely be back

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    Great food, service, and ambiance. I definitely recommend checking this place out! The only thing we didn't like was the rude hostesses.

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    Ask the Community - Local Goat

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yep!

    Is there an Easter Brunch?

    I would call the restaurant during business hours and ask them.

    Is the beef Grass Fed? If not, what local farm supplies the beef?

    Grass fed beef 100%!

    Is there a kids menu?

    Yes and many more items from regular menu that will work for kids.

    Do they do take out?

    Yes, they do. You will love it!!!!

    Do you have TVs and are you showing the NCAA Basketball Final Monday night?

    Plenty of TV's and they most definitely will show the basketball game. You can always request to change a tv station if no one else has an issue with it.

    Is this kid friendly?

    Yes

    Are reservations required for parties of 4?

    No...

    Do they allow pets? (dog)

    Service animals are allowed in the restaurant, per state, local and federal laws.these animals must be service animals and not support animals. The ADA makes no distinction as far as being blind as the certified disability. In the future you may… Read more

    Do you all have live music?

    No live music.

    Are there any pool tables?

    No. This is just slightly upscale dining.

    Do they have karaoke?

    We do not.

    Do they take call aheads?

    No they do not however they do take reservations. Please contact them for your dining needs.

    Do you offer any Gluten Free options for Celiacs?

    We surely do! Please check with our wait staff or manager on duty for more details.

    Do you all have a happy hour menu available?

    We offer happy hour at the bar: $1 off draft beer and $1 off wine by glass daily from 3pm till 6pm.

    Do all the buns have sesame seeds? I am allergic and would love to eat here and get a burger. All the pics show sesame seeds.

    We do make our kid burger buns without seeds.

    Are there capacity restrictions and/or are they trying to keep tables spaced apart?

    No, not really. They wore masks and required them when diners were up and about, but table spacing and capacity seemed fairly normal. It's a very open space with high ceilings, though, if that makes any difference to you.

    Do they offer takeout/curbside pick up?

    NO! I've tried to get carry out multiple times and they always tell me carry out is not available. The restaurant is not very COVID friendly-no carry out, no outdoor seating, indoor seating seems very crowded.

    Is there outdoor seating?

    No outdoor seating

    Do you have vegetarian options?

    Yes, a few.

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    Junction 35 Spirits - Mountain Mile Location

    Junction 35 Spirits - Mountain Mile Location

    4.4
    (1.1k reviews)
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    The food was EXCELLENT! The service was horrible. The bartender was very busy and someone came to…read morelend her a hand. I had ordered To-Go food. I asked this lady if my food was ready. She said no but she never checked. I saw two carry out trays sitting on top of the shelf where the kitchen staff places the food orders. Finally I walked over and had someone checked if that was my food and it was. It had been sitting there for ten minutes. I told the woman that was supposed to have checked if it was ready and her reply was "OH WELL" I had written a tip for 20% so walked over to my check and lowered it to 1%. It is a shame that they employ people with such attitudes.

    We stopped in here on our recent trip to the area as it has an outdoor dog friendly patio option…read moreand we were traveling with our Frenchie. It took a bit for our server to come acknowledge us but once he did, he was very helpful and attentive. My boyfriend ordered a peach Kentucky mule (they originally said they couldn't make that, which we questioned with it being a distillery, but our server came back and said they could after all). He enjoyed it and said it's one of the better ones he's had! We both ordered smash burgers and sweet potato fries - I had the junction 35 (pimento cheese + bacon jam) and he had the farmhouse (bacon + fried egg). Both were amazing! Juicy burgers, perfect size patties for smash burgers, the buns were fresh and held up nicely, and the toppings were great. Sweet potato fries had a great crunch and were seasoned really well. Service was great, food was high quality and had great flavor, and the dog friendly patio was perfect for our pup. It's located in a nice little strip of shops and restaurants, and has a common area of cornhole and other games that would be fun for an activity before/after dinner, or if you have kids in tow. We'd definitely make another trip here when in the area.

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    Nachos with upgraded brisket
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    Timberwood Grill

    3.7
    (825 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    My family went here and had an amazing time, they were so accommodating and attentive!…read more I am allergic to dairy, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts, and I initially was just hoping to find a side that might be safe to eat, but our waitress Aries and the manager on staff, Trevor W. were both wonderful and helped me feel comfortable having a full meal there. Trevor came by the table multiple times to go over my menu options, make sure I knew exactly how my food would be prepared, and check that everything looked right when it did come out. Aries was so genuinely caring and attentive, too. It was truly one of the best restaurant experiences I've had, I appreciate how kind, safe and easy they made my experience. I ended up getting the brisket and beans, and subbed the fries (the fryer oil has some dairy items fried in it) for a sweet potato with no butter, and it was all delicious! Everyone else in my party loved their food too, and it felt like we hardly had to wait before our food came out. Whether you have allergies or not, I would highly recommend this place for their delicious food, kind staff, and fun decor! For anyone else with allergies, as of the time I went the only nuts in the building were pecans that are kept separate from everything else, but calling ahead to check is never a bad idea!

    We ate here with family celebrating our daughter's 19th Birthday…read more Food was excellent. Ambiance was relaxing. Service was exceptional

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