Whether you’re fueling up for a day in the Smokies or taking a well-earned break between attractions, Pigeon Forge is packed with lunch spots worth savoring. From quick bites to relaxed sit-down favorites, locals love that our area offers a wide range of flavors and dining experiences. Here are five of the best lunch restaurants in Pigeon Forge you won’t want to miss:
- Bullfish Grill
If you’re looking for a local lunch spot, Bullfish Grill delivers every time. With a wide variety of entrées, there’s something on the menu for everyone. Bullfish Grill recently refreshed the lunch offerings with the new 20 under $15 menu, featuring 20 delicious meals all priced under $15. From crave-worthy smash burgers to new favorites like the meatloaf melt and chicken parmesan sandwich, this menu is packed with value and flavor. It’s easy to see why Bullfish Grill remains a go-to lunch destination in Pigeon Forge.
- Gorilla Taco Mexican Restaurant
Gorilla Taco Mexican Restaurant is another standout lunch spot in the Smokies. Conveniently located on Teaster Lane just off the Parkway, it’s perfect for a quick, satisfying meal between attractions. The menu features classic Mexican favorites, but as the name suggests, the tacos truly shine. Choose from pork, beef, chicken, seafood, veggie options, and more. With generous portions and complimentary chips and salsa, you’ll leave full and ready to keep exploring.
- Carino’s
Italian food lovers won’t want to skip Carino’s in Pigeon Forge. Their lunch menu offers excellent value, including unlimited soup and salad options. Soups are made daily in house offering a rotating selection. You can also opt for a paired combo, half market club sandwich, small pizza, soup, or salad. It’s the best of two worlds! Carino’s is the perfect choice when you want something comforting yet quick.
- Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom may be known for its pizza, but the lunch menu goes far beyond the basics. In addition to their signature pies, you’ll find hoagies and calzones that are well worth trying. One standout is the Meat Luver calzone, stuffed with meatballs, Italian sausage, Genoa salami, mozzarella, provolone, and seasoned ricotta. Prefer something lighter? The veggie calzone or build-your-own options make it easy for everyone to find exactly what they’re craving.
- Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
A true Pigeon Forge staple, Blue Moose Burgers & Wings has it all—juicy burgers, bold-flavored wings, and great drink specials. It’s also the place to be for sports fans, with TVs throughout the restaurant, so you won’t miss a moment of the action. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch or catching a big game, Blue Moose delivers a fun, energetic atmosphere and satisfying food.
Did you know you can order pickup or delivery online at Bullfish Grill? Skip the wait and enjoy your favorites wherever you are—click here to order online today!
