Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Puckett's Restaurant

    3.7 (362 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

    Waitlist - Puckett's Restaurant

    Live Current wait: under 5 minutes

    Puckett's Restaurant Photos

    Business Info

    From this Business

    PUCKETT'S RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Happy hour specials

    More like Puckett's Restaurant

    Recommended Reviews - Puckett's Restaurant

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Turkey Breast
    Chloe T.

    Puckett's had been on my list for a while now and I'm glad it finally worked out. It's located right on the main strip in Pigeon Forge, amongst all the action. Make sure to secure a reservation online in advance to avoid waiting. Most everything our table ordered was absolutely delicious. Some favorites were the turkey breast, Nashville hot chicken bites, and fried catfish. The atmosphere is great and the service is well. We will be back if in the area!

    Andrew A.

    Puckett's has that comfy, farmhouse charm that makes you feel right at home as soon as you walk in. The interior is cozy, warm, and perfectly decorated -- a great place to relax after a long day in Pigeon Forge. Drinks and appetizers came out quickly, which was a nice start. We tried the pimento cheese bites -- they had good flavor but were definitely on the greasy side. For my main dish, I went with the pulled pork platter. The meat had great flavor but quite a bit of fat throughout. My sides were a mixed bag: the skillet mac and cheese was a little bland, the collard greens were tasty but very salty, and the baked beans were the standout -- absolutely delicious! Overall, if you're looking for a comfortable, laid-back spot to eat on a better budget for the area and still enjoy some classic Southern flavors, stop on by and take a load off at Puckett's.

    Dessert menu
    Susan D.

    The servers are extremely friendly and helpful. The restaurant is minutes from Dollywood and popular with tourists and locals. My husband and I enjoyed our dinner and talking to the other guests I had the shrimp and grits. The grits were so good and creamy probably the best I have ever eaten. The shrimp were tasty but somewhat on the shrimpy side -- pun intended The brisket was nicely smoked with perfect burnt ends We ordered the Presley Parfait to share. It was a delicious banana pudding, vanilla wafer and peanut butter mousse concoction. It was a nice way to end the meal

    Plucketts truck
    Joseph F.

    Incredible service. Nate was a gem. The smoked meatloaf was as good as promised and we just simply had a wonderful dining experience.

    Shrimp and grits

    Food was great! Really wish they had breakfast at this location but the lunch we had and excellent service made up for it.

    Piggy Mac
    Heidi B.

    It's a fast casual restaurant. You order at the counter right at the front door. Food is southern comfort food. The line gets a bit crazy but moves fast. You also need to order your drinks from the bar. Bar service was very slow. Food came pretty quickly. They had warned it takes 30 mins for the fried chicken but it came faster than expected. Food was good. Piggy Mac was a hit. Mashed potatoes and Salmon were great. Fried chicken tasted great too. They do have live music but not while we were there.

    Veggie plate - potato salad, collards, mashed sweet potato and Cajun corn cake.
    Tonya L.

    After having purchased Puckett's bbq sauce at my grocery store we decided to try the restaurant. I ordered the veggie plate with collards, mashed sweet potatoes, and potato salad. My son ordered a full slab of ribs, coleslaw and mac and cheese. All the veggies were good, the potato salad has a Cajun style seasoning in it, collards are fresh and not chopped mushy mess. The Mac and cheese was really good and tasted homemade. Our favorite only disappointment was the ribs. We are used to meaty juicy ribs and these ribs were not that. Then are long smoked over cherry wood and St. Louis style rather than baby back. So they had a good taste but needed a lot of sauce to not feel so dry in the mouth. We said next time we will just try the pulled pork since it's fattier meat.

    Southern Fried Chicken with Skillet Mac & Cheese and Baked Beans

    See all

    10 months ago

    My family always has a great experience when we visit Pucketts in Pigeon Forge! Food is amazing and the service is great!

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    First time for us eating here and it was good. Service was great. Live music was a little loud but we enjoyed our time.

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Bear K.
    0
    275
    616

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Bob V.
    2
    65
    75

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Excellent atmosphere and service! Delicious food. Will definitely be back during next visit!

    Business owner information

    Photo of Bo C.

    Bo C.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Takes reservations which is a plus. Good food. Good drinks. Friendly service. Not too busy compared to others in area.

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Melissa R.
    61
    93
    129

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Deb '.
    0
    17
    0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Amy L.
    204
    9
    3

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Enjoyed a very good meal. Waitress was very attentive. Went around 6:00. Wait was maybe 10 minutes.

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Good American food. If you possibly can, don't miss the high energy 50's music from the Warman Trio!

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Leah S.
    0
    16
    25

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jay W.
    0
    53
    52

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    would recommend!!!great food! great service! great atmosphere! will visit again!great for families

    Business owner information

    Photo of Marshall Team T.

    Marshall Team T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mark M.
    2
    63
    65

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    Page 2 of 10

    Ask the Community - Puckett's Restaurant

    Have daughter who needs gluten free. Also 2 vegetarians in group?

    Hello! Thank you for your questions re: our dining options. While our kitchen is not certified Gluten-Free we offer a Gluten-Sensitive menu. From our quality smoked meats to our fantastic sides such as collard greens, and Red beans, rice, and… Read more

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que

    Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    7.6 mi
    $$

    We had a large group, and Bennett's had plenty of space to accommodate all of us comfortably…read more Several of us ordered the Jumbo BBQ Nachos, and "jumbo" is no exaggeration, they were enormous and easily shareable. They definitely don't skimp on portions. The chips are seasoned really well, the cheese sauce has great flavor without being overly spicy, and if you're not a fan of heat, the jalapeños can be served on the side. One thing I appreciated was being able to choose our own BBQ sauce from the options available at the table. Both sauces were solid, and it was nice to customize each bite to our taste - one more sweet and the other more savory. The rest of our group was equally happy with their meals. My mom ordered the brisket sandwich and loved it, while my brother-in-law got the quarter BBQ chicken and said it was cooked perfectly: juicy, flavorful, and with just the right amount of pinkness that good smoked chicken often has. A great bonus is that you can add their ultimate salad bar to any entrée for only $8, which is a fantastic value. The staff was wonderful throughout our visit: kind, patient, attentive, and very knowledgeable about the menu. They answered questions without making us feel rushed and kept everything running smoothly for our group. We walked over after spending time at Ober Mountain, and it made for the perfect meal after a busy day. My only "complaint" is that they serve Pepsi products, but that's really just because I'm a devoted Coke fan, so I'll chalk that up to a personal character flaw rather than a restaurant problem. Highly recommend if you're looking for generous portions, great BBQ, and friendly service in Gatlinburg.

    The food was stellar, came out faster than I could order it. My wife, who rarely eats pork, ordered…read morethe burnt ends and cleaned her plate. Their brisket sandwich exceeded expectations. Highly recommend using their tomato based bar-b-que sauce that isn't in the bottle with it. Only thing that confuses me is how this place isn't packed wall to wall.

    Photos
    Overall meal
    Overall meal
    Spicy Macaroni and Cheese
    Spicy Macaroni and Cheese
    The amazing fried pickle chips

    See all

    The amazing fried pickle chips
    JT Hannah's Kitchen

    JT Hannah's Kitchen

    3.7
    (986 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I am shocked that this restaurant only has an average 3-star rating. It is a casual, pub-like…read moredining experience, which I love, with outrageously good food and stellar service. After joining the waitlist online before driving to the restaurant, we were seated immediately upon arrival at a high top in the bar area. I enjoyed the chill vibe. Our server was attentive, friendly, and helpful. I ordered the Hawaiian Ribeye. Our server said it was his favorite thing on the menu and I could see why. The steak was cooked perfectly. It was marinated in pineapple ginger sauce and then basted with teriyaki. It was absolutely juicy and delicious. I highly recommend this steak, which rivals the steaks at any of those over-priced steakhouses. The steak came with a salad and I chose the house lemon dressing. I continue to dream about this creamy, slightly salty dressing. They should definitely bottle it and sell it! I chose a baked sweet potato for a side and it was huge and unfortunately not cooked through, but I enjoyed the fully cooked parts. My husband ordered the Killin Me Burger, a full pound of meat with onion straws and thousand Island dressing on a brioche bun. He said it was the best burger he's ever had and my man knows his burgers! The bun was struggling, so my only suggestion is a sturdier bun. A really magnificent meal at a fun place! I've put it on my favorites list.

    We always loved JT Hannah's. We had a rough patch there for some visits a few years ago. I think it…read morewas particular individuals who were working there at the time. Anyway, we gave it another try recently because we had always loved it so much. Chloe was our server and she redeemed JT Hannah's for us. We had been looking at the French Dip, but Chloe recommended doing the Philly Cheesesteak instead while deleting the green peppers and substituting jalapeños. Then, order the consummé for dipping. What a delicious idea! The sandwich was EXCELLENT with the consummé and the side of horseradish! The Buffalo Chips were a tasty side. The restaurant is always a fun atmosphere with the rustic decor. You should give JT Hannah's a go! Ask for Chloe!

    Photos
    Main dining area to right of hostess stand
    Main dining area to right of hostess stand
    The Side Salad
    The Side Salad
    JT Hannah's Kitchen

    See all

    Huck Finn's Catfish

    Huck Finn's Catfish

    4.0
    (689 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    hi guys my first time coming, here's my experience - best…read morehush puppies I have ever been graced with - serve drinks in big jars, but too much ice - gave us hush puppies, beans, pickles and coleslaw as an appetizer we didn't order--not sure if it was free or not but still yum - atmosphere is cute decor, but barely audible but good music. It's too quiet - there is a sign in the dining room that says where the toilets are, very amazing I am overjoyed - ordered food around 12:20, was served by 12:31 - fries are golden and crisp, but bland. Not much flavor, no seasoning - server was Mo, he is very nice, kinda cute. My sister asked if he was British (he was not) and idk if that was offensive so very sorry mo, you can have her firstborn child as a peace offering - grilled cheese is very nice, would be better with American cheese rather than cheddar. But that's just my preference. - I kinda changed my mind, the fries are pretty good - the water is flavorless, which was very disappointing. Uncrisp, but still good cold water I suppose - Kind of cold in here, wish I brought a jacket man - bathroom is clean - cute gift shop 9/10, I'll be back.

    This food was so good... good good. lol. Everything was fried perfectly. They do have all you can…read moreeat, but we did carryout The sides were crazy big portions and every single one was flavorful. Nothing was bland. I ate a good amount of mine. The fried shrimp, fish, and chicken were seasoned just right and fried golden brown and crispy. Not greasy, not soggy just done the right way. They know how to fry food. Customer service was good the food and it came out so fast I would definitely come back here. Yes huck Finn. lol.

    Photos
    Classic American decor
    Classic American decor
    Huck Finn's Catfish
    Huck Finn's Catfish

    See all

    Puckett's Restaurant - southern - Updated July 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...