Farmhouse burger was good, fries were just meh in my opinion (although I'm just not a fan of shoestring). The fried deviled eggs were rubbery and definitely gave me some kind of food poisoning, so be careful with those.​ read more

I have a gluten allergy this is the best restaurant in my hometown! best place in Tennessee if you have a gluten allergy!

My husband and I went here twice during our vacation. He has a strict dairy allergy, so we appreciated how accommodating they were. Everything is made from scratch and they let us know what could be and couldn't be dairy free. The food taste great too! We tried two burgers and wings, all were delicious and filling. Service and Atmosphere was nice, overall, as well. Our first server was mostly attentive but did seem to forget our waters for awhile. However, that's the only complaint we had. One thing to note is that the parking lot is steep and tight, but we didn't have any issues finding a spot. read more

Local Goat - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

I stopped into Local GOAT pretty late one evening while passing through on a road trip and was pleasantly surprised. At first glance, it has the feel of a large chain restaurant... kind of a Texas Roadhouse or Claim Jumper vibe. The difference is that Local GOAT does the food better. I ordered a burger with bacon and a fried egg on it. Think Red Robin's Royal Burger... except this one showed up after spending a few years at burger finishing school. It was genuinely excellent for this style of restaurant. But let's talk about the onion rings. The fundamental flaw of most onion rings is that you take one bite and the entire onion evacuates the breading like it's escaping a burning building. Suddenly you're left holding an empty ring of fried batter wondering where it all went wrong. Local GOAT has somehow solved this problem. First, these onion rings are gigantic. Second, every bite actually contained onion and breading together, exactly as the Onion Ring Gods intended. There was no premature extraction. No onion slithering out before its time. No disappointing hollow shell left behind. These rings held it together better than an overachieving theater kid trying desperately not to cry during their final curtain call. This isn't white-glove dining, and that's perfectly fine. I don't care what the hands are wearing if they're bringing me more of those onion rings. If you're traveling through the area and need a reliable stop, Local GOAT is an easy recommendation. read more

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. read more

Local Goat - Onion rings half order - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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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. read more

Local Goat - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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. read more

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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. read more

Local Goat - Smokehouse Burger* - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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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! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Local Goat - Hamburger and chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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! read more

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The food was amazing and well worth the wait! We went on a Thursday night while in pigeon Forge and the parking lot is huge and was full. The wait time was about one hour so we opted to wait in the bar have an appetizer and a few drink drinks until our table was ready. The bar tender was so rude and the drinks were all off. Once seated however the service was wonderful and welcoming. The food was all outstanding and well flavored. read more

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

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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! read more

Local Goat - TN Whiskey burger with onion rings - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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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! read more

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Hands down the best food we had during our weeklong visit to Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area! This place is huge, but so popular that there was still a wait - albeit short. It feels like a cross between sports bar and fine dining. Food is definitely upper level - even the burger my husband had was top notch. I had a pasta dish that was to die for. Service was excellent and the prices were not awful. Will return if back in the area! read more

It has been a while since I last visited Pigeon Forge, and I decided to follow a Yelp recommendation for Local Goat. I am so glad I did because it absolutely did not disappoint. The service was wonderful from start to finish. The wait staff were very friendly and clearly knew the menu inside and out, which made ordering easy. As for the vibe, the ambiance was perfect. It has that great "local bar" feel with plenty of screens to catch a game, but without all the obnoxious noise you usually find in those types of places. It was a really comfortable spot to just sit and eat. For starters we got their fried deviled eggs and bar queso spread. For our mains, we ended up trying one of the burgers from their huge selection and a Mediterranean salad creation. Whether it was a standard menu item or something a bit more customized, everything came out tasting fresh and full of flavor. Between the amazing food and the great service, I will definitely be making this a staple stop for any future trips through Pigeon Forge. If you are in the area, it is definitely worth checking out. read more

Local Goat - Burger and Hand-Cut French Fries - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Don't go!!!!! It's been over a year and still the worse ever ! The food here is subpar and over price. Communication is poor ! No one to communicate to ! read more

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We stopped in for lunch at Local Goat on Tuesday, December 9, arriving close to 1 PM--and the place was packed. Clearly a local favorite, just as the name suggests. We split a chicken sandwich and fries, which turned out to be the perfect portion for lunch. I also grabbed a local IPA, which paired nicely with the meal. I'd absolutely love to swing back here. The beer list alone is impressive, and their whiskey selection is off the hook--I even spotted a couple of Pappy Van Winkle options, which is a rare sight anywhere. Local Goat makes everything from scratch, including the buns, and sources their ingredients from local producers in the area. Definitely check this place out. It has a great vibe, an extensive drink selection, and food options that can satisfy just about any palate. read more

Local Goat - 12.9.2025 - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

The Local Goat's boneless pork chop was an outstanding recommendation by Ronald M. The 10 oz marinated center-cut pork chop was tender, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, complemented beautifully by the sweet apples and onions. The whipped sweet potatoes added a rich, comforting touch, while the steamed broccoli balanced the meal perfectly. Delightfully delicious from start to finish. The warm, inviting atmosphere and Ronald M's attentive service made the dining experience even more enjoyable. read more

Local Goat - Bonus, pork chops, smothered in apples and onions with with sweet potatoes and broccoli - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

I might have been on vacation mode with no cares in the world but this place was fantastic! We did have to wait forever to be able to dine in since the place was packed and our server was was MIA for a bit, but, in her defense, place was ridiculously full. We were so hungry we order so many appetizers that by the time we got our main dishes, we were full. Goat cheesebis the theme so a couple had goat cheese in them, perfection. This not not deter us from digging in though. Most got hamburgers and all were so satisfying and amazing. One member got a chicken sandwich, and though it was not the worst, it was not the best either, pasta was also average. Nonetheless, I would definitely visit again if in the area. read more

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The Local Goat has excellent food you can't really get anywhere else. We're from around and hour away and we go here anytime we get a chance. It's ALWAYS packed and there's usually a long wait unless you hit it at odd times, which we always do. The crab cake BLT is amazing. It's a good atmosphere. Not too lively and not too quiet either. read more

Local Goat - Crab cake BLT - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Went back for the second time after a year and it still is just as good as a year ago! Went early on a Tuesday afternoon and had about 30 minute wait time! Our waiter Caleb was fast to get our drinks and his yummy recommendations! We started with the creamy spinach dip and I really think it was the best I ever had in my entire life! I had the Smokehouse burger with their fries which EVERYTHING is made from scratch even the ketchup! My boyfriend had the Teriyaki filet kabobs with fried rice and steamed broccoli! He also added a side of the pimento cheese grits and they were delicious!!!! My only regret is not getting a ketchup to go with my leftovers!!! Beautiful restaurant big windows and nice wooden tables! TVs in every room! read more

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Stopped in one recent Saturday night for dinner with my sister and mother. They were on a 25 minutes wait so we got on the list and fortunately ended up only waiting about 15 minutes before getting the text our table was ready. The place was pretty packed and I'm not sure how many tables our server had but she seemed to be a bit overwhelmed as we would go for long periods of time without seeing her. For starters we went with the Stuffed Piquillo Peppers which came out super quickly after ordering. They were a table favorite - I mean, warm sweet piquillo peppers stuffed with goat cheese and topped with a balsamic glaze a basil you definitely aren't going to go wrong. After this it was almost an hour before our entrees I came out though so I guess we shouldn't have gobbled all the peppers down so quickly. For my entree, I went with the Teriyaki Filet Kabobs. On paper they sounded delicous but instead they were just ok - ordered medium but they came out more medium well and the flavor/marinade was lacking in flavor. After dropping our orders off we didn't see our server again for quite some time and had to chase her down just to get the check. All in all - as a huge goat cheese lover (which many of their menu items feature) I wanted to love The Local Goat but the taste of the entree and lackluster service left much to be desired (even on a Saturday night). read more

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I tried the filet teriyaki kebab, and it was absolutely delicious! The presentation was deceiving -- it didn't look like much at first, but the flavor was outstanding. The teriyaki filet steak was cooked perfectly, tender and full of flavor. The rice was seasoned and cooked just right, and while the steamed broccoli wasn't much to write home about. We also had the ribs, which came with a side of cole slaw. The slaw was super fresh and perfectly balanced -- a great palate cleanser alongside the rich bbq ribs. The rack itself was delicious, and honestly, half a rack is plenty for one person unless you're deliberately saving some to take home. Overall, great food and definitely worth a visit if you're in Pigeon Forge! read more

Local Goat - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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Great meal. Loved it. Quick service and the food was amazing. Going back again. It you need to pick one great restaurant to get to before heading back home. This is the one. read more

Very unaccommodating for groups over 8. Would not try to seat us at the same time or together even if we were willing to wait. Would not let anyone at one table pay for meal of someone at another table. If you are a larger groups and have kids, just be aware. They don't want your business. read more

When you remember a place after 3 years...it's a must to return. And that's exactly what we did vacationing in the area again. The standout dish this time was their New Orleans BBQ shrimp appetizer (bonus it's gluten free). HOLY AMAZING don't pass this up!!! I could eat the sauce that's on it all day long. So unique, so flavorful, and actually not what you'd expect for a 'bbq' shrimp. I also loved my Farmhouse burger (with a gluten free bun). I skipped the cheese but maybe I'm almost glad I did. The burger itself was SO flavorful...I would have eaten it plain. The toppings were just bonus, including the great bacon. Highly recommend! So glad we stopped here again. It won't disappoint no matter what you get I don't think. read more

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Every time we have visited Pigeon Forge, we have driven by the Local Goat. The parking lot is always packed! This trip we decided to brave the line and give it a go. The lobby was full, but with only having 2 in our party, we were able to be seated immediately. The menu is extensive with something for everyone. We really enjoyed the half order of onion rings to get started. We had the Maui Chicken (a big win) and the Shrute Burger (ok, but wouldn't order again). The fries are delicious! Shout out to Shelby who was extremely friendly and took great care of us! read more

Local Goat - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

One of the best value restaurants in the entirety of the Smokies. Been 7+ times and keep coming back. If you have to get any one thing, get a burger. The tuna burger is the best I've EVER had, but I so desperately wish they hadn't taken the Milton off the menu. The service is good too but the food is so good for the price. read more

Local Goat - The Milton* - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Wow! This place rocks. We put our name in for the 35 minute waitlist, but parked our butts at the bar immediately and had dinner there. Bartenders were personable, knowledgeable and made some good recommendations. We had the peanut butter milk stout beer (Jim) and the Magners pear cider beverage (me). Both were excellent recommendations. We ordered the Hawaiian Ribeye dinner (Jim) and the Tavern Steak salad (me). Again both were excellent. We knew we wanted to try the dessert, so we got to go boxes to enjoy leftovers tomorrow. For dessert we ordered the bread pudding (Jim) and the peanut butter pie (me). Another wow for the desserts. Highly recommend you try this place. It is quite popular so be prepared to wait unless you luck out like we did with a bar seat. read more

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Kids can't wait at bar, good food and drinks. service was quick they got to us with a good time even though the parking lot was full. Whole atmosphere of the place was chill but there wasn't enough light. read more

Haven't gotten drinks yet, let alone food. But already know I'm not happy. If you couldn't sit 14 together, that's fine, 2 tables together will work. But don't tell us where we have to sit, with who we have to sit and split us between two servers, so I'm sure I'll have two tickets and two charges on my card. I know that's a little thing but you could have told us all of that up front rather than have the manager come out and make 1/2 of us move around. If I weren't sugar dropping fast I'd go somewhere else. read more

Visited again on 5/8/2026 Got Southern Salad, Strawberry Salad, Fish & Chips, & Burger All was excellent Service was excellent Restrooms were clean Will be back read more

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Ryan was our server and he did an amazing job checking on us and making sure we had everything we needed! The food was amazing and so were their prices!!! Highly recommend read more

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I ordered a bison burger (my favorite) and it was delicious! It was very juicy! The space is big but still make a reservation! The staff was helpful and friendly. There were homemade soaps and lotions at the front which was nice read more

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The reviews and the high rating had us convinced the Goat would be a home run! Instead, this may easily rank as our worst food experience in the Sevierville/Pigeon Forge area. My husband ordered the ribeye, and I ordered the flame-grilled ribeye with onion rings and a baked potato ($38). I ordered the Maui chicken that comes with fried rice and broccoli ($20). We also ordered the cheese fondue as an appetizer ($14). The positives: The cheese fondue was good (although honestly, not as good as Taco Ranch's queso in PF). The negatives: The quality of my husbands ribeye was HORRIBLE. This is the first time in his life that he's returned something he ordered. The waitress gave us the 'everything is locally sourced' speech, but wow, once he cut into that steak, it made his stomach turn. I tried a bit and it was horrendous. I can't stress how bad it was. Not only was it overcooked (he ordered it Medium), but the quality seemed like something you'd pick up at a discount food store. We can honestly say it's the worst steak we've tried. When I finally talked him into saying something, the waitresses response was 'what's wrong with it?' 3 bites were taken and it was removed from our bill. Quality-wise, Applebee's has better steaks. My entree was the Maui Chicken. It was edible, but again, Texas Roadhouse and Outback's chicken breast blows this out of the water. The quality was also worse than Applebee's. My broccoli was undercooked and my rice was crunchy. Skip the Goat. It's overrated and the wait time is too long, even when you call ahead. Five Oaks Farm Kitchen, the Old Mill, Calhoun's, Paula Deen's, and Applebarn are far superior choices. The Local Goat is overpriced and poor quality. Don't be fooled by the photos, once you cut into the steak and chicken, it's a huge disappointment. The ambiance is loud and lackluster. Too many great options in the area to waste your time and money here. read more

Local Goat - The Maui Chicken was edible, but poor quality. - New American Near Me - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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