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Wild Bear Tavern, Pigeon Forge, TN

Wild Bear Tavern

4.2
4.2
205 Reviews
$30 and under
German

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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

  • Neighbourhood
    Pigeon Forge
  • Cross Street
    Right off the Pigeon Forge Parkway
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • 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 205 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Tennessee

    Child-friendly

  • East Tennessee

    Lively

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Overall

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Food

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Best Value

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Good for groups

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Good for special occasions

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Lively

  • Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wild Bear Tavern offers authentic German cuisine in a charming atmosphere, praised for its "absolutely delicious" food and "great recommendations." Guests rave about the apple strudel and potato pancakes. While service is generally good, there are occasional staffing issues. A "hidden gem," it's perfect for those seeking unique flavors and hearty portions.

205 Reviews
  1. Kate

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  2. Courtney

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  3. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  4. David

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    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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  5. Robin

    Richmond

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 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.

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  6. Sajal

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 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.

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  7. John

    Western NC

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 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.

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  8. Amanda

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience at Wild Bear Tavern! We went there for dinner, and the food & service were excellent. It's definitely a must try while visiting Pigeon Forge! 

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  9. Gina

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was ok. The table was dirty when we sat down. The food was pretty good although I've had better German. The potato pancakes were outstanding as was the apple strudel, although it wasn't traditional strudel. The red cabbage was OK but needed more flavor. The traditional schitzel wasn't traditional as it was not breaded but was tasty if not a little too salty. It was a little overcooked with lots of darker than desired sear on the bottom. The server was very good and did the best she could do with very little help. I find that most restaurants in Pigeon Forge are very average. It seems they cater to tourists and know they won't be back. It's a constant stream of new people who are very easily impressed.

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  10. Gema

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was decent/good. Service was excellent. Smell from the restrooms wafting into the entire restaurant- gross.

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FAQs

Wild Bear Tavern is rated 4.2 stars by 205 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 4 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
  • Neighbourhood
    Pigeon Forge
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, Regional German (Bavarian), Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alfredo Varela
  • 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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