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    The Cottage

    4.3 (146 reviews)
    Open • 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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    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.

    Bacon, Egg, and cheese croissant
    Sasha G.

    First time to Pigeon Forge and this was the first stop for brunch. Didn't have a long wait at all but we ending up sitting at the bar. Nice mix of old fashion and modern setup. Great friendly service! For was good. Had the fried green tomatoes which are a good start. It does come with pimento whipped cheese on top, that next time I would get in the side rather than it coming on top. Friend had the bacon egg and cheese croissant and I had a bite and I was impressed. Make sure to have a nice glass of mimosa.

    Ashley K.

    Cute little restaurant. Didnt really need to wait. Our waiter was very nice & helpful. We ordered the biscuit starter. The honey butter was delicious with the biscuits. The strawberry jam was tasteful too. I ordered the blueberry cheesecake pancakes. They were so fluffy and had a burst of flavor. Best pancakes ive had in a long time. My husband got the breakfast tacos. His complaint was how full every restaurant always seems to pack them. Not much of a bad complaint. You get your money worth for them! Definitely recommend coming here if you want a nice family breakfast.

    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.

    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!

    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.

    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!

    The BEST food and drinks! Cocktails and food were 10 out of 10. Will definitely be back!!

    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.

    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.

    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!!

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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

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