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    Wild Bear Tavern

    4.2 (568 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 11:30 AM, 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jagerschnitzel with cheesy spatzle
    Andrew D.

    Visiting Pigeon Forge and came across this spot to eat. German restaurant. Not very busy, which was a little concerning considering there was an hour and a half wait at other spots. Seated right away. Goulash was on special, but they were out of it. Out if a couple of other menu items too. We got the Jagerschnitzel with cheesy spatzle. That was delicious. They have a bourbon list that included Pappy, so I asked. The service said they were out if all of them except Angel's Envy. I didn't get a bourbon. However, when we were leaving, I saw the bartender telling another guest about their bourbon selection and saw bottles of Eagle Rare, Makers Mark and others, so they clearly had options. Not sure why the waiter would have told me otherwise. It was a quiet place and the service was friendly enough. Much better than waiting an hour and a half, but not fantastic.

    Was wonderful!!! I had salmon and my husband had schnitzel. Omas potato pancake was delicious! Service was good and friendly.

    Dunkel Beer, 23 oz, $13

    Came here while in town and WOW! It was SO good. Definitely comfort food. Everything tasted great! It was a bit empty when we first got there, but that didn't take away from any of the vibes or food. Could've had some better music tho lol. We were seated right away and our server gave us great food and drink recommendations. We aren't the biggest beer drinkers either, and the Dunkel beer was surprisingly good - which is very rare for us to say! Definitely something that is a bit tucked away and not what everyone picks when they think of food places here. But worth the stop! Come here if you want some flavorful comfort food!

    Sausage sampler, potato pancakes, and giant pretzel.
    Jenny S.

    The atmosphere was welcoming and staff was attentive and polite. The food for me was kind of hit and miss. The sausage platter with sauerkraut was great, as was the potato pancakes. However the potato salad and rotkohl needed seasoning. The black forest cake was light and fluffy but not what i would consider traditional. If you are not familiar with German food it would be great but if you have spent time in Germany you may be a little disappointed.

    Bavarian Pretzel
    Brandi C.

    Stopped at the bar on the way in to Gatlinburg. This place was awesome! You must get the Bavarian Pretzel Best thing we had. My husband had the bratwurst with sauerkraut and a potato pancake. I had the traditional schnitzel, spatzel with cheese and fried potatoes with caramelized onions and bacon. Both were great and everything had a home cooked taste to it like Oma was in the back cooking it up. Would highly recommend you stop and give it a try.

    Sign in restaurant.
    Karen T.

    We stopped in for lunch and to watch the Ravens game. The bartender was very nice and friendly. He was very welcoming. We ordered schnitzel, potato pancakes, sparkle, red cabbage. Everything was delicious and definitely authentic German food. We also enjoyed all the German decorations and the t-shirts. Hoping to get back soon.

    Interior
    Brad H.

    Back in the area for the first time since Feb, we went here again. It is still just as good and highly recommended. Food is excellent. Service is good, but a little slow after food is delivered. Seating is ample and adequate. Give this place a try and you won't be disappointed.

    Pork schnitzel, red cabbage and potatoes.

    Food was just OK, had the pork schnitzel with red cabbage and fried potatoes, Fried potatoes definitely were disappointing. Was expecting actual fresh potatoes cut up and fried with onion but what they served was frozen store bought potatoes that looked like they were cooked in an airfryer and then they plopped a few cooked onions on top of them.

    Burger and fries
    Ginger A.

    Potato pancakes are amazing. Pork schnitzel was dry. Spatzke was ok. German potato salad was ok. Service was good. Very dark place.

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    Really great german food, service was super, ambiance was super, really great place to enjoy the afternoon

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    It was amazing. Great place to eat. Staff were very friendly . Lots of seating. Bathrooms were clean

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    This pub was a great surprise! The German food was good and service was great. I bet on holidays like Saint Patrick's it's hopping!

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    What a find. Proves that there a reason that sometimes there's a line to get in. Reason; great German food and with friendly service.

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    Had breakfast and dinner. Both were good. Also loved the German theme and beer. Servers were all very friendly.

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    Does the Bear Tavern have gluten free options?

    I didn't see anything listed as such on the menu. Authentic German food is hard to do without some sort of it. Potato pancakes were awesome though too! I would recommend checking with them as I will definitely go back there.

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