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Wild Bear Tavern, Pigeon Forge, TN

Wild Bear Tavern

4.3
4.3
208 Reviews
$30 and under
German

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
Enjoy all your southern favorites and authentic German cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Wild Bear Tavern. Join us for home-style pancakes. Enjoy Bavarian-style burgers and sandwiches for lunch. Have authentic German cuisine with ice-cold German beer for dinner and choose from a delightful menu for your favorite sweet treat.

Additional information

  • Area
    Pigeon Forge
  • Cross Street
    Right off the Pigeon Forge Parkway
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • All You Can Eat Pancakes!!!! Just $12

    Multiple dates available
    For just $12, feast on endless stacks of fluffy German pancakes that are as big as the plate! Add Apfelstrudel - just $2 additional House made strudel filling served with whipped cream & bier caramel!
    All You Can Eat Pancakes!!!! Just $12 photo

What 208 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Tennessee

    Child-friendly

  • East Tennessee

    Lively

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Overall

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Food

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Service

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Value

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Good for groups

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Lively

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wild Bear Tavern delivers a taste of authentic German cuisine in a cozy, rustic setting. Guests rave about the "absolutely delicious" food and "huge" portions. While the service can occasionally be slow due to understaffing, the atmosphere and standout dishes like schnitzel, goulash, and potato pancakes make it "a must go" in Pigeon Forge.

208 Reviews
  1. Amanda

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant with delicious German food. We had the BEST server (I think his name was Enrique) who was attentive and super friendly. We would definitely go back.

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  2. William

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was very cordial and friendly. Food was served HOT (good)! We really enjoyed the potato pancakes!

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  3. russell

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent German fare. Good size portions. Save room for dessert, they are all killer!

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  4. Kate

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was outstanding. The schnitzel, mashed potatoes were very good and the pork shank was absolutely hands down delicious. However the potato salad was incredibly mustardy and the sauerkraut was dry and more sour that it should be. The potatoes served with the pork shank were undercooked. Overall I was disappointed and I wouldn’t go back for the price.

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  5. Courtney

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We underestimated the portion sizes for breakfast. It was huger than we thought and definitely filled us up before we could even finish.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was horrible. Waiter rude and impatient. Do not eat here!

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  7. David

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We made reservations online for Thanksgiving dinner was told half of the items were out after we were seated for the dinner then the waiter came back said they actually had everything still the food was dry and bland they attempted to charge me for 5 adult plates with all my kids under 10 worst experience ever. Will never eat there again. Cost me 240 for 5 people for Thanksgiving dinner what a joke.

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  8. Robin

    Richmond

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We’ve previously enjoyed a visit and couldn’t wait to go back. However, the food didn’t live up to our expectations. The SCHNITZEL PARMIGIANA was dry. The “robust tomato sauce” was so sparse we didn’t taste it as was the cheese. There were 4 of us. The Caesar salad was enjoyed as was the 2 cakes.
    Wild Bear TavernResponded on 16 December 2024
    Hi Robin! Thank you for returning to our restaurant. We're sorry to hear that the Schnitzel Parmigiana did not meet your expectations this time. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve. We're glad you enjoyed the Caesar salad and the cakes. We hope to delight you completely on your next visit. Kind regards, Social Media Support

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  9. Sajal

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem on the main drag of pigeon forge. Everything was excellent.
    Wild Bear TavernResponded on 16 December 2024
    Hi Sajal! Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Social Media Support

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  10. John

    VIP

    Western NC

    56 reviews

    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very rustic. Think rustic cabin mixed with a sports bar. Food was great the beer is even better.
    Wild Bear TavernResponded on 16 December 2024
    Hi John! It sounds like you really appreciated the unique atmosphere and offerings at our place! Thank you for your kind words about the food and beer. We hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Social Media Support

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Wild Bear Tavern is rated 4.3 stars by 208 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Wild Bear Tavern

4236 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Right off the Pigeon Forge Parkway
  • Area
    Pigeon Forge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 08:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 08:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, Bavarian, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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