The best part of my breakfast was the biscuits. It was hard…read moreto enjoy my biscuits with gravy and the western omelette because holy moly the cook must have doused my food with salt, it's all I could taste. I wasn't able to finish the food on my plate and had to have a biscuit by itself with jam just to get rid of the salt taste.

What a great little family diner, it's got all the good feels. The ladies were super sweet and made…read moresure my coffee was always full. The plates and portions were huge for the price, which is awesome, and the food was absolutely delicious. We love supporting small businesses, so we'll definitely be back!

Me and my family love it here, it's our first time. Summer was so amazing!! Gave me and my family…read morethe best service we could've ever ask for!! We will be coming back here and requesting for her every time!! Thank you again so much Summer, we absolutely adore you!!

Decor & themes make places like this a ton of fun but landing the perfect server is really what…read moremakes the experience. I was having a rough day & chose Sunliner to try & make me feel better. Upon walking in I saw two full size car booths & a jukebox. The vibe was exactly what I was looking for. I'm happy to say we got HUNNY as our server & she was the best & she cheered me right up. She was wearing a bright yellow dress & singing along with the jukebox. We talked doo-wop songs & I got recommendations for what to order. I decided on Country Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatos & it did not disappoint. The shakes are also really good & come with a waffle on top. We ended up going back the next day (HUNNY was off) but we still had a nice time. Tried the chicken & waffles & biscuits & gravy this time. There really wasn't anything bad that we tried & if you're lucky, you might get HUNNY & have a 5 Star Experience like we did. Would I return for a third time? YES!

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!

We went for breakfast. Staff was friendly. Restrooms and restaurant were clean…read more Eggs were cooked perfectly, bacon was very good, it had a slight Smokey flavor. The biscuits were amazing. Everything was very fresh and homemade. The coffee was very strong, which was a plus; would definitely come back if ever in the area, again.

Country feel ambiance with that good ole mom n pop feel. Waiter was attentive and kept drinks…read morefilled. Great service! Country cooking when it comes to the food, no wow factor, just your basic country breakfast if that's what you're looking for.

Just wow... It's…read morerare that you stumble upon a restaurant that has more than a few reviews with a solid 5 stars but after eating here it's very clear why. Everything we had was amazing. The bison meat loaf was incredible and a fair sized 8 oz or so portion. Even the salad was amazing. Service was impeccable and the servers clearly knew the menu inside and out. Expected for this price point but sadly, rare. Deserts were taken to go and amazing. Would return without question

A real diamond in the rough. Incredible dinner that would expect from a Michelin chef at an…read moreexquisite restaurant. The restaurant is a converted old gas station. They have made it into a real dining experience. The food was unexpected and incredibly delicious. A must try!

I used to come here as a child, brought my husband here on our honeymoon & we brought our children…read morehere on family vacation. Honestly, the food is always great and the service and atmosphere are top notch! I will always choose to visit Mel's for that "diner"experience!

This diner is a blast from the past, right down to the benches and the tables, every table has a…read morecoat and hat rack attached to it. A reminder of the days when men and women dressed with class and wore hats and coats to dinner.. Mills has this inherent 50s vibe, but the menu is quite up-to-date and everything is delicious. You can't go wrong with the burgers, I'm just telling you they've got something for everyone's taste. Even the sides don't disappoint, and the milkshakes are enough for two people, at least it was enough for the two of us. My engine rings were fantastic, breaded to perfection, and plenty of them came with my meal. Our waitress was tremendous also, quick drink refills, brought our food, hot, and prepared to give helpful and delicious recommendations from the menu. They do sell their merchandise at the checkout, but what do you expect, this is pigeon Forge for goodness sake! Everyone is Hawking their stuff . We are definitely planning on coming back and trying something different. Their menu is diverse and I think that we could come back for years and never have the same thing twice.

Sunday March 22nd, 2026. We came for the special of the day…read moreas they advertise on their Facebook page. Today we chose Salisbury Steak with Scalloped Potatoes fruit cup and roll And a side of green beans, onion rings with a side of corn bread. GOD BLESS AMERICA! We were too full for her delicious cakes!

Nothing better tha a great homestyle cooked meal that will fill you up an make you want to take a…read morenap after .

Came in for late lunch and sat out on the enclosed dog friendly patio. I come here every time I am…read morein Newport as I think it's the best restaurant in the area for lunch and dinner. Staff is always friendly and the restaurant and necessary rooms are always clean. My Oliver was presented with a bowl of water before I got water . Great service and very friendly bartender who served me. Ordered a cheeseburger medium rare with fries. Cooked perfectly, juicy and delicious. Fries were served hot and a little crispy. I typically do not order burgers but it was that kind of day and I would definitely order again. Darn if I didn't take pictures of my meal.

We ate here the Friday after Christmas with a party of 7 and we pick this restaurant for our…read morefamily.When we first got to the restaurant, it was not completely packed at all but did fill up as we sat their. We were seated in the very back of the restaurant, so it was very hard to see on the other side of the wall! The first bad thing we had happened my son asked for coffee and they gave him cream that expired several months prior that curdled as he poured into his coffee. We even showed the waitress the expiration date. We had to wait a long time for even our appetizer and salads to even come out . We waited a long time for food to come out even our salads didn't come out but right before our meal. We had one meal that was undercooked which was the hamburger steak where it was very raw in the middle after asking it for medium well. We had one person's food that didn't even come out with the rest of the meals while everyone else was eating she had to wait. In total we were there almost a total of 2 1/2 hours in total for dinner Which was ridiculous !!! I have ate at a lot of restaurants, but this is one I will not go back to, and I have ate their previously during the day also ordering takeout but not again The interior in the restaurant is outstanding, and the design is beautiful but The outside does look a little rough. Would not recommend this restaurant