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    Old Forge Distillery

    4.6 (212 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    OLD FORGE DISTILLERY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    A fun shirt that I got there tonight!!!
    Jaime S.

    This is my favorite distillery in TN hands down! The best moonshine ever! Also with the friendliest staff ever! The service is impeccable by any others Ive ever encountered! Fun atmosphere with a moonshine, Rum and Cream liqueur tasting stations! They also have a great indoor bar serving up some delicious cocktails and during the summer they sometimes have an outdoor bar as well!!!

    Delicious Old Fashioned's
    Lori S.

    Sitting outside and enjoying these delicious Old Fashioned's on this beautiful Friday evening in the Smoky Mountains. Great bartenders too!

    P'gin Fizz!
    Mark S.

    Tastings of moonshine and creams! Awesome. Got ourselves a p'gin fizz ahead of dinner at the Mill next door! Plenty of souvenirs to buy (we got the funny coasters, maybe the p'gin fizz working on us!!) Nice establishment off the beaten path. Check it out!!

    Inside the shop
    Beverly B.

    Lots of distilleries in Tn but this one was so cute and smelled wonderful. We tried the cocktails and it was great especially for the price. I loved how the bartenders provided suggestions for folks depending on the percentage of alcohol, flavor profile and what they are lol. Fun times at Old Forge!

    Joy S.

    Free tastings of various flavors of moonshine and creams. We've stopped at a few of these throughout our trip and they're always enjoyable. It's interesting to taste the variety of flavors they come up with. You have to show an id, no matter your age. Please leave a tip, since there's no charge for the tastings.

    Mike O.

    There seem to be a distillery on every corner of this area and this was on our walking path so we stopped in. They had a lot of different flavors on the moonshine and I think I liked the peach the best. They also had a bunch of merchandise so I picked up something that was there but didn't buy any shine.

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    Sean M.

    I just love this place. Their ambiance is enjoying booze. Their servers are very entertaining and I 1a

    Free moonshine tasters
    Cesar C.

    This is a must when in the area, because how can you not. This has to be one of our best highlights of our recent trip to smoky mountains! Tasters? Yes!!... Let me rephrase .... FREe Tasters for days!!! Brian? I think... Was awesome .. energetic, with tons of fun related jokes and facts about the distillery and its spirits. cant wait to visit again when in the area. As if one tasting station wasnt enough., They had multiple stations throughout the distillery. And cool little items for souvenirs. the other stations had small fees. One minor thing...wish they had travel friendly little samplers for sale. Would totally have bought them!! Thank you again for the awesome samples, outstanding customer service and delicious moonshine!

    Abegail A.

    Visited Old Forge Distillery to taste their moonshine and visit the cocktail bar. Tasting were complimentary, but tips are of course appreciated (if you don't have cash for a tip, you can use Venmo). After showing our ID (no ID = no tasting), we received 10 super mini cups for a tasting. Choose wisely as there are 24 to choose from! Pours are definitely generous, so don't let those small cups fool you. Favorites included apple pie, banana foster, blackberry, and vanilla bean. The individual pouring for us was fantastic. Super friendly and knowledgeable. You could tell he really enjoys what he does and made our experience that much better. After purchasing and a couple moonshines and moonshine cherries, we visited the cocktail bar. The bar is pretty small, but there is a decent amount of seating (tables and lounge seating). Order your drink with the friendly bartender and grab it when it's ready. All cocktails (signature and Southern) are $10, which is nice. As with the moonshine tastings, you can also tip your bartender through Venmo.

    Tiffany A.

    My family and I are visiting from Florida and decided we needed to try some moonshine, we are so glad we stopped here for our tastings! Rob was AWESOME, go see him! He made our experience even better. We got to try 10 different flavors and then got to try like 6 of their cream flavored tule with Anna (she was awesome too), everything was so delicious! Overall very fun tasting, one of our favorite parts of our trip so far and loved that we're able to purchase anything we tried. Tastings are free, we of course tipped our bartenders.

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    Good Moonshine and good service as well. They have a lot of unique flavors you won't find anywhere else.

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    Junction 35 Spirits - Mountain Mile Location

    Junction 35 Spirits - Mountain Mile Location

    4.4
    (1k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Junction 35 in Pigeon Forge is a must-stop if you're looking for an incredible burger and a great…read moreoverall experience. The burgers are the real star of the show -- cooked perfectly, packed with flavor, and easily some of the best we've had in the area. The quality of the ingredients and the attention to detail really come through in every bite. The atmosphere is awesome too. It has a fun, relaxed vibe that feels different from the typical Pigeon Forge tourist restaurants. It's a place where you can enjoy a great meal, grab a drink, and actually take your time enjoying the experience. Our server was fine, bit unique but extremely friendly and we had no complaints. The menu has plenty of options, but the burgers alone are worth the visit. Whether you're a local or just passing through the Smokies, Junction 35 should be on your list. We came for the food and bourbon on Father's Day and left already talking about coming back. Highly recommend giving their burgers a try -- they absolutely deliver.

    Well we went back and had fried pickles for our appetizer. They were just ok. They got rid of my…read morefavorite sausage sandwich so I had a new hot dog that they had added to the menu. It needed more bun to be honest. It wasn't horrible though and it had a good creamy slaw on it. Just kept falling off because there was hardly any bun. Service was excellent this time though! I love the vibe in this place when it's busy!

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    Bar Area
    Nachos with upgraded brisket
    Nachos with upgraded brisket
    Black and bleu burger w/ sweet potato fries

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    Black and bleu burger w/ sweet potato fries
    Iron Forge Brewing Co.

    Iron Forge Brewing Co.

    4.4
    (292 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    We had such a great experience at Iron Forge Brewing Co. that we came back later that day with…read morefriends for dinner! The staff was welcoming, attentive, and had great recommendations. Jonathan and I each got a beer flight, and we genuinely enjoyed every beer. My favorites were the lager and the Krush Hazy IPA. When we returned, I ordered the bavette steak, which was a great value and came with delicious green beans and rosemary potatoes. Jonathan got the pork and devoured it so quickly I didn't even get a chance to try it! The cranberry champagne vinaigrette on my side salad was TO DIE FOR - I could eat that with anything. We also shared the hummus and pimento cheese board, which was surprisingly delicious. I'm not usually a pimento cheese gal but this one won me over! The giant pretzel with beer cheese and Dijon mustard was also a hit. The flatbread was a little lackluster but exactly what you'd expect. Great beer, delicious food, friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere--Iron Forge Brewing Co. is definitely worth a visit, and we'll absolutely be back.

    Fantastic first experience! When you pull up to this place, it stands alone in the middle of a…read moregently wooded area. Rustic vibes. Once you get inside, even more rustic. Sets the mood perfectly. They have parking located directly in front of the brewery and plenty of out door seating if you want to sit outside. I tried samples of the Pom rio and the pineapple mango seltzer, but ended up going with the seltzer. Both were fantastic, and the orange slice in the Pom Rio brought out the natural notes! Our bartenders were awesome and reviewed the beers, other drink selections, and suggestions for menu items (chicken pot pie was highly recommended!). Coming back again, and next time I'm coming hungry!

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    Iron Forge Brewing Co.
    Outdoor area or beer garden with firepits
    Outdoor area or beer garden with firepits
    Flight in beer garden

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    Flight in beer garden
    Paloma Scratch Kitchen

    Paloma Scratch Kitchen

    3.8
    (33 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Come with me to Paloma Scratch Kitchen & Bar, located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. I was driving…read moredown the parkway and wasn't sure what to eat when I glanced to the side and saw a building with my name on it. With a cool interior design, Paloma offers some delicious Mexican food. To start, I had the Paloma Guacamole, fresh and tasty. They give you the choice of blue or yellow corn tortillas, which you can taste and are freshly made. I also tried their white sangria, which was refreshing and delicious. I had their Yuca Fries and a Pork Carnitas Taco. Their food was delicious and had great flavor; however, I found their prices a bit steep, $6 for a single taco was kind of wild to me. Overall, Paloma was good. The service was kind and the food was good.

    So, day 2 of our experience at Paloma wasn't quite as good as day one. Luis is terrific. However,…read moreon day two... we were seated sort of quickly with a bit of a not-as-friendly welcome. It wasn't that busy but the 3 workers were running around...I mean 3 seated tables! Eventually, our order was taken (also breakfast). We asked 3 times for extra cream for the coffee. The coffee arrived after the food without extra cream. Wife likes a lot - we let it go. I specifically asked for no syrup on my french toast. Well, you probably know what happened here - syrup on the french toast. We did mention the syrup and the server offered to change it and claimed he/she did submit our request. I declined...I used to work in the food business and it's burned in to my brain to not send food back. The food was pretty good and the server was trying but seemed overwhelmed.

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    Girls Night in Pigeon Forge at Paloma Scratch Kitchen
    Girls Night in Pigeon Forge at Paloma Scratch Kitchen
    Dinner date at Paloma Scratch Kitchen
    Dinner date at Paloma Scratch Kitchen
    Sangria at the Swim Club

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    Sangria at the Swim Club
    The Greenbrier Restaurant

    The Greenbrier Restaurant

    4.4
    (387 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$$

    Make a reservation or you will have to wait a while! They say they're known for the steaks, but…read morethey were not quality. We should've believed previous reviews about steaks. We got bone in ribeye (tough & had lots of gristle) & filet (tough & undercooked). For the price of these steaks you'd think they'd be much better. Also, be prepared to sit for 2 hours from drinks to meal (no appetizers or desserts). On a positive note, The Dylan drink was amazing.

    Never have I look at the bill at the end of a meal and thought "This cant be my bill, we enjoyed it…read moresoo much vs this lower price than we expected". I immediately double checked, and it was mine. This is a nice smaller gem of a nice resturant, my drink "The Dylan" was an experience, flaming smoke chips i blew out, they put my glass over the smoke, then poured in the drink. My family was wondering how much that would cost, I didn't care it was good... found out at end it was just $15, if I knew I would have ordered alot more. Pork belly scallops were very good but the 2 scallops seemed like one cut on half but the sauce made up for it, and the pork was great. Lemon sorbet palette cleanser was so good people in my group asked for it for dessert as well Lobster bisque was one of the better ones I have had anywhere. Multiple people ordered filets with different finishing sauces, everyone liked theirs. I ordered the porterhouse and enjoyed every bite. Wish I lived closer, definitely worth the trip

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    Front lobby fireplace
    Front lobby fireplace
    Lemon sorbet palate cleanser
    Lemon sorbet palate cleanser
    Entryway

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    Entryway
    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    4.2
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    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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    Bar area
    Bar area
    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

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