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    The Cottage

    4.3 (129 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Raven M.

    The chai is PERFECT so good I had it twice. The cottage sauce was the star of the fried green tomatoes. I found them not breaded enough. But they tasted delicious. I had the classic eggs Benedict with home fries it was great. My husband had the steak and eggs, which was less great. The steak was cooked well except that it was in the shape of a cake slice, an oblong shape rather than a medallion. He says it was mid. The wait was manageable as we were willing to wait the half hour. The decor is gorgeous and I wouldn't be surprised if they moonlight as a ln even space

    Tennessee Heat Mimosa
    Mansi R.

    Nice breakfast/brunch spot in the Pigeon Forge. It's a nice bright interior. A fun mimosa & cocktail menu. I liked the Tennessee Heat mimosa. We also got the brunch board, chicken & waffles, and chocolate chip pancakes on the kids menu. Our chicken in the chicken & waffles was really crunchy. It had a nice flavor. The cheese grits were great too. Service was good.

    Fried Green Tomatos
    Adrian P.

    Really enjoyed this place for breakfast. While there are many breakfast options in the area, this spot was my favorite. Its a new spot on the strip open for breakfast and brunch. Many tasty items to choose from. We started with fried green tomatos which set the mood for the breakfast. Next had short rib omelet make french style, nice and fluffy. Never had it that way before but was really good. Accompanied by cut up potatos. Also tried the chocolate lovers and blueberry french toast whuch were very good. Blueberry slightly better. Paired my breakfast with a Cottage Mimosa. Overall great experience. The decor inside was very nice and the staff was so friendly and attentive. Recommended breakfast spot if you want a healthier option and good food.

    Avocado toast with poached eggs
    Courtney E.

    Love that they open early! I had the avocado toast and an iced hazelnut latte. Hubs had the chicken and waffles and a hot caramel latte. No complaints at all. The staff were so friendly and hospitable, and the (I think) manager was hilarious. Very funny and jokey guy. Really enjoyed our meal and would love to go back next time we're in the area.

    Bananas foster French toast
    Samveda R.

    A cute upscale place in Pigeon Forge! The interior felt different than a lot of the other breakfast options, more French and bougie as opposed to the down-home brunch places nearby. The coffee was very good, and I tried the bananas fosters French toast for food. It was yummy, but nothing really stood out in particular. I wished the bananas were more bruleed and that the nuts were spiced more. The took our name down for the waitlist and we waited 45 mins for a party of two.

    Bananas Fosters French Toast
    Savannah H.

    We decided to go to The Cottage for brunch on our first day of our vacation to the mountains. Staying in a cabin not far from Pigeon Forge, we are conveniently located to many cool brunch spots. This one caught our eye for today, so we went! We had a party of two, and were immediately seated upon arrival. The restaurants here are so big! They hold so many people, there never seems to be a wait! I'm used to the small restaurants all over Charleston, SC! I got the bananas fosters French toast. It was delightful. I wish there were more bananas and caramel sauce tho. There were too many nuts for my liking too. But overall, it was good. It looked so good that the woman at the table next to us asked me what the entree is called. She asked the server if she could get a small order of it. He told her it only came in one size. I knew I wasn't going to eat all mine, so I gave the lady a piece of my French toast. It comes with 4 half slices of French toast, which was a lot for me anyway! The woman seemed very grateful, and she liked it too. The restaurant looks like a giant modern farmhouse kitchen. It kind of has a First Watch vibe. It's clean looking. I'd go back here next vacay! I recommend!

    Hibiscus, honey and lemon tea
    Michelle G.

    Awesome food! Clean and friendly environment. We only waited 20-25 minutes. Evan was our waiter and he was really great and helpful! The food was so delicious!! My family highly recommends this restaurant! From the hibiscus, honey and lemon tea to cappuccino with caramel to short ribs hash, I can't stop raving!!

    Blueberry pancakes, avocado toast, breakfast tacos, side of fruit
    yasmin s.

    We went here 2 days in a row ( that's how yummy the food was)!! We went on a Saturday and Sunday so probably their busiest days. Both times we waited 20-30 mins never more. First day we got matchas and iced coffee (highly recommend the banana and coconut syrups!) plus the breakfast burrito was delicious and massive. We ordered pancakes to share and I'm still dreaming about their blueberry pancakes The second day we had a longer wait for the food and maybe because there was a new barista the lattes came at the end but still as delicious and we were not in a hurry. Overall both days service was kind, patient and a good vibe! I think this restaurant is a nice addition to the area and has healthy alternatives that were not here before.

    Sheila L.

    Tried this new place for brunch. The food was really great! The restaurant is bright and airy and clean. Our server was great! She was super nice & had great recommendations & generally seemed to enjoy being there! We all got omelettes & they were all great! Those home fries are seasoned so well & are crispy! The portion sizes are literally just right! Prices reflect the quality of the food. My only complaint of this place is that the restroom could be cleaner. Other than that the food & the service are outstanding and we'll be back! Make sure you join the waitlist online before you go, on a Sunday morning during off season there was about an hour wait.

    Biscuits and gravy
    Yvonne A.

    The food was excellent, the service was on point and the decore was very pretty. The only thing I didn't care for was the noise level. I had biscuits and gravy and it was delicious!

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    Dexter A.

    If you looking to start your morning off with a bright and relaxed type of breakfast, this is the place to go. While the name of the restaurant doesn't give a cottage feel, it certainly gives family vibes. The food has been consistently good! The one thing that could set the overall experience to 5 stars would be the service. While the food and ambiance screamed welcome and get comfortable, the service whispered it. When it comes to the menu, I don't know if you will make a wrong choice.

    Norwegian Benedict
    Mike G.

    Delicious place with a nice menu variety and excellent service.We went with our family and it was exactly what the group wanted.

    Breakfast tacos on flour tortillas
    Bren M.

    This was a great treat! Excellent service, thank you Freddie! The portions were satisfying and the food was delicious! So happy they had matcha for this West Coast girl and it was perfect. Thank you for adjusting the menu to accommodate the gf requests. This place is worth the wait in line to get in!

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    My family and I came in for dinner after picking The Fat Bear based on yelp reviews. We were seated…read moreimmediately, and Kylie came and got our drink orders. I ordered cheese curds as a starter. They taste greatz kinda like small mozzarella stick nuggets. We ordered four plate: grilled cheese, plain cheeseburger, buffalo chicken sandwich, and B.E.L.T. (bacon egg, lettuce, tomato). Fries all the way around. They were well-cooked crinkle fries, and well seasoned too. I had the B.E.L.T. which was great. In fact, all of the food was ideal and fresh. Between the flawless, quick food, and cleanliness, and the service I am missing nothing. Kylie was super nice and always there when we needed her. Overall, this place is a winner. Simple menu, all-day breakfast, and convenient location. Definitely worth checking out.

    If you yearn for food that doesn't taste like it originated from a deep freezer, than I highly…read morerecommend The Fat Bear Family Tavern. For once in Pigeon Forge, I have ate something that actually tasted distinguishable. If you blind-folded me and had me take a bite out of different burgers from different burger joints, I could guess this one with no hesitation. However, one notable throw-off i had was that the burger had a weird aftertaste of tuna. I ordered the smash burger and it had the perfect amount of grease that doesn't drench you, but keeps up with freshness and taste. And the reason I wanted to write this review was for the french fries. Tired of soggy fries? This place puts the FRY in french fries. They maintained a delicious level of crunch and crisp (if that's your gusto) and didn't have that same refrigerator taste. I also ordered cheese curds and they had the most amazing cheese pull and tasted great! The service was excellent too, unlike some servers, they don't abandon you and they keep up with you and refills / clearing the table. If there's anything I appreciate more, it's waiters and waitresses that (even if they don't) act like they cherish their job! And if you yearn for a setting that makes you in the mood for adventure.. or a bear lover.. this place has attracting visuals so you aren't trapped in a minimalist setting. Overall, if you're up for trying new flavors and advancing your taste buds' vocabulary, I recommend The Fat Bear Family Tavern!

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    OMFG! That praline pork chop tho!…read more Just the right amount of sweet, succulence, and crunch! Cooked to perfection! You MUST get this! I got the lunch special, which came with one pork chop. I polished it off. I believe the dinner entree comes with two! Luckies! The fried green tomatoes were also awesome, and so was the shrimp and grits which was a "lighter" version with the veggies and tomato base in the grits. The lunch specials are a steal and a healthy portion size too. Available every day 11am-4pm. Complimentary freshly baked bread served warm upon request. We had high hopes for the pies and ordered the seasonal lemonade pie. It was meh. We would pass on this one. Heather was our server and she was great! We walked in around 3pm on a Saturday and were told it'd be maybe a ten minute wait but then got a text as soon as we sat down that a table was ready! There's a free parking lot in the Old Mill area and overflow parking down the street too. GET THE PORK CHOP!

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    Man, I've been to Pigeon Forge numerous times over the decades and I've always stuck to restaurants…read moreyou see in the main road. Never have I really ventured outside of that and I couldn't actually tell you why. When my kids and I made a quick 1 day Dollywood trip over to Pigeon Forge, 23 we're looking for a place to eat prior to the big day at the park. What's funny is I relied in Googles AI (Gemini) to tell me where to go. I was driving around and was asking for recommendations. It said Mama's Farmhouse was a popular place to eat for families and it was all-you-can-eat. The kids wanted fried chicken and Salisbury steak, which was in the menu for that day. What a coincidence! If I could summarize it, this is basically a local Cracker Barrel-style restaurant but the food is a lot better. It's tucked away off of a side road off of the main highway 321 road and reminds me a lot of the Applebarn Restaurant down the road. The ambiance is this old timey feel, like many of the establishments around the area. The fried chicken (bone-in), chicken tenders, fries catfish, and Salisbury steak was what we ordered for our mains. Everything was delicious! The seasoning had the perfect amount of salt across all the dishes and sides. The chicken was juicy and tender. The Salisbury steak was solid, some of the best I've ever had. Savory, rich brown gravy, and tender chunks of beef. All the sides were amazing too, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, and chicken and dumplings. Honestly there wasn't a negative thing about this place. I would go back in a heartbeat!!

    Upon planning our trip, I was discussing local restaurants and places to eat with my coworkers, one…read morecoworker of mine is local to the area and highly suggested this restaurant. The online menu gave plenty of eye candy and we were absolutely starving by the time we arrived Friday evening. The staff was very attentive and kind. It's clear that this place is fully operated by word-of-mouth and return guests. It's a huge establishment with several rooms by big fireplaces and Lazy Susan's to pass around the family style meal. The menu was a little difficult to navigate so many options laid out, but only certain options available per day. So ultimately, we were not able to order exactly what we wanted, but we ordered what was available for Friday, which was the Salisbury steak, fried fish, and fried chicken. All of these meats came in a small portion to split amongst our three people, and with unlimited sides. Some of the sides were pretty impressive. I would have to say my favorite side was the broccoli casserole, followed by the mashed potatoes and gravy, which were real potatoes! The mac & cheese was more on the creamy side versus the gooey cheesy side. Unfortunately, some of our chicken was undercooked, and the skin was very thin and not too crispy. The fish was decent, not dried out whatsoever, which is a pretty good compliment. While my coworker said that the chicken and dumplings were her favorite, I failed to enjoy them :( All in all, this was not our favorite restaurant from our trip this weekend and it appears that big groups and big families really do enjoy dining at this establishment.

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