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    Local Goat

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

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    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.

    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.

    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!

    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!

    Bison Meatloaf
    Kenny H.

    The service was good and the food was exceptional. We will most definitely come back again.

    Ribeye
    Melissa L.

    Family owned, friendly environment and cool merch! Maria did a phenomenal job. As soon as we told her it was our first time, she got excited for us to be there and gave us confidence that we will enjoy whatever we order. We absolutely did!! We got the spinach dip... okay so it comes with pico and sour cream. My boyfriend practically flipped the cup into his mouth of pico because it tasted that good! It was so fresh and the acidity was perfect. The spinach was good too lol He got the ribeye with baked potato and coleslaw. 10/10 he left no crumbs! The steak was cooked to perfection.... perfectly pink in the middle. Melted in your mouth with an incredible flavor! (I low key regret not getting a steak) I got a salmon Ceaser salad. It was massive and it was good. I'll say I wish I would have ordered something different. Nothing was wrong with it at all, I feel like I could have gotten this salad anywhere back home. But the steak..... the little piece I had left me wanting more!!! We absolutely did not have room for dessert and wish we did because they sounded so good!

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    Shrimp n Grits, wings and fries were wonderful. We had great service and enjoyed watching basketball on the big screen.

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    The place could use better flooring but other than that I thought the food was good. I was happy to get in as fast as we did.

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    Everything is great and the food, service, and everything about this restaurant is perfect

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    Nice place to eat, food was tasty and service was great. This place is always crowded when we come here.

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    Service was great and the food was good. Would maybe come back for lunch if in the area again. Too busy for dinner.

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    Nice atmosphere... good food! I had the Shrimp & Grits ... it was different than most i have had but in good way

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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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    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    4.2
    (1.4k reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    The best boneless wings and buffalo sauce!!! Their perm…read morefries are also very good! Come down here just for them!!!

    Did a to go order and didn't have time to take pics since we had alot of food (grabbed food for 6…read moreppl total) and people started digging in at various times. Got their bacon jam burger, their daddy Mac and cheese burger, boneless BBQ wings, potato skins, a buffalo chicken wrap and some regular Mac and cheese orders. First things first, my bacon jam burger was sloppy and awesome. The aioli was a bit strong, but it tasted well. I didn't know how the Swiss being added would change the flavor, but it paired well with the heavy patty that was handmade. I think any of their burgers would be great honestly just based on how the patty was seasoned and the cook was perfect. Side of fries weren't bad...were a bit overcooked, but they tasted well. Other takeaways...... The boneless wings were good...not overcooked. The sauce paired well with their ranch, which by the way, tasted decent. Did have some tartness to it, but it tasted good. Potato skins were crispy and full of flavor. I forgot we did order some of their version of mozzarella sticks and they were crispy and quite tasty as well. According to my brother in law, the Mac daddy burger was very good...it looked quite impressive I'd admit, but he raved about the taste as well. The only underwhelming item was the buffalo chicken wrap. Was told the wrap itself wasn't warm and the flavor of the chicken with the buffalo sauce wasn't ideal. FYI we stayed less than 10 minutes away from the restaurant, so everything outside of the wrap was fresh and was prepped well. Will keep them in our rotation whenever we visit the area. Probably the best burger I've had in awhile.

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    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
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    Holston's Kitchen

    Holston's Kitchen

    4.0
    (727 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    We had a good experience…read more Atmosphere is cool: dark, brick, just the right splash of decorations and lights to be classy without being kitsch. Food was good. I would not recommend the milkshake from the kids' menu; it wasn't made with ice cream, but rather with cream and chipped ice. Didn't taste terribly good or rich. Everything else was great. Service was good. We were in a large party, so several of our items came out wrong, but the server, James, was very courteous, laughed it off (in a good way), and had it all fixed within five minutes. Wasn't an absolutely over-the-top experience, but it was a good one, and I would recommend it. Worth stopping by.

    Man I really enjoy this place. Yet today has put a bad taste in my mouth. Call to make a…read morereservation and even spoke to the male James in his purple button down host after being hung up on by someone else in the restaurant in order to get on their "wait list". I provided all my information to the host James and confirmed my time of arrival and when to be expected as we had a party of 9 and their website would not allow us to reserve or wait with any party above 8. Upon arrival 10 minutes early. We were fed some bogus misleading explanation on the difference between a reservation and wait list by the host aka Manager In Training James or Jimmy, while taking our information again. The incompetence and service of the James was horrible. Change jobs you are horrible as a host finding out hes the manager in training makes it worse. He had the kitchen manager Drew come out to speak with me and he was very understanding. James or Jimmy you are a bad manager in training. Kitchen manager Drew even recalled us making the reservation and James could not own up to the fact he didn't do his job as he said over the phone you'd take care of us. During our wait and visit after becoming verbally irrate with me and securing an actual manager. He avoided us. James or Jimmy the purple shirt, the manager in training, has by far the worst customer service. Kitchen manager Drew, great and friendly guy. Willing to listen and we're willing to wait as long as you dont lie to me like Jimmy or James will.

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    Dining area
    Fried green tomatoes with Vidalia onion  dressing and balsamic glaze.
    Fried green tomatoes with Vidalia onion dressing and balsamic glaze.
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    Mama's Chicken Kitchen

    Mama's Chicken Kitchen

    4.5
    (379 reviews)
    8.5 mi
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    I wish I could give this five extra stars…read more The food was hands-down amazing. Those biscuits or something to write home about, and the fried chicken was perfection! The staff are the friendliest I've ever seen. Everyone literally looks delighted to be at their job jobs.

    Sometimes the most frustrating restaurant experiences aren't the terrible ones…read more They're the ones that are so close to being really good. That's how I felt about Mama's Chicken Kitchen. I came in with high expectations. The restaurant has strong reviews, it's part of the Johnson Family of restaurants, and I've enjoyed several of their other establishments over the years. So I walked in expecting a meal that would have me planning a return visit before I even paid the check. What I got instead was one of the strangest cases of missing seasoning I've encountered in quite some time. Let's start with the positives. The people here are genuinely nice. Friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Everyone we encountered was pleasant and seemed to care about providing a good experience. The restaurant itself is clean, comfortable, and inviting. And the kitchen clearly knows how to cook food. The fried chicken was cooked beautifully. Crispy on the outside. Juicy on the inside. Exactly the texture you're hoping for when you order Southern fried chicken. The problem? The seasoning apparently called in sick. This chicken had all the flavor intensity of a weather report. No noticeable salt. No spice. No personality. It tasted like the chef had just completed community service at a nursing home and was legally prohibited from possessing a salt shaker. My piece of chicken was juicy and cooked properly. Unfortunately, my wife's chicken breast was noticeably dry, which didn't help matters. Then came the fried pickles. No seasoning. Chicken and dumplings. No seasoning. Coleslaw. Tasteless. At one point I started wondering if there had been some sort of building-wide seasoning shortage that nobody had told us about. The frustrating part is that none of the food was poorly cooked. Quite the opposite. The techniques were there. The textures were there. The execution was there. It just felt like someone got everything ready and forgot the final, critical step of making the food taste like something. This is a restaurant with good people, a pleasant atmosphere, and a kitchen that clearly knows how to cook. Now they just need to introduce their food to salt, pepper, and a few of their seasoning friends. Three stars. Because the potential is absolutely there. The flavor just never showed up for work.

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    Part of the dining area.  There is many more tables not in view and there is a screened-in seating area as well.
    Part of the dining area. There is many more tables not in view and there is a screened-in seating area as well.
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    Iced Tea

    Local Goat - newamerican - Updated June 2026

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