Local Goat New American Restaurant — Restaurant in Pigeon Forge

Food = 5 Star Service = 5 Star Ambiance = 2.5

I ordered their TN Whisky Glazed Burger and wife ordered a Strawberry Salad and added Grilled Chicken plus Smoked Lobster & Crab Bisque Soup.

First the Whiskey Burger is in my Top 5 Burgers ever, I haven't stopped thinking about it! It was a medium thick burger that was ground fresh. I ordered it Medium Well and it came absolutely PERFECT! Even though it wasn't a Smashburger it had the sear with the perfect crust on the outside like a Smashburger. The onion rings were good, I am not sure if they were homemade in the restaurant because the breading was perfect. In any event, I recommend them. I was between the Fish and Chips and the Burger. The waiter said that I "must" try the burger. It was his all time favorite. He was absolutely correct.

We also ordered the Fried Deviled Eggs. I never saw Fried before and had to try them. The egg portion was very lightly breaded and then deep fried. The taste was OK but the texture was very strange. In fact, I think the texture really impacted the taste. I am happy that I tried them just to say I did but I wouldn't order them again.

Wife's Soup and Salad was exceptional too, she said that it was a repeat if we went back...that's a great review for her. I didn't try it because I liked my burger so much, I didn't want to taste anything else!

The waiter recommended the White Chocolate Bread Pudding and again he was correct. It definitely was the best white chocolate desert that we ever had. I was so full with the Burger, but I couldn't stop eating the dessert. Again...this is a MUST TRY!

The only bad thing was the Ambiance, the restaurant is clean, very nice and surprisingly large. They had TVs with sporting events and was a fun environment. Now...the bad, the floor is carpeted!! The smell between the grill, and left over spilled beer/food was almost unbearable when we walked in. To be honest, I asked my wife if she wanted to leave before we ordered. I am happy she said no and we did get used to the smell. My problem is why in the world would any restaurant that has a grill, beer and a lot of foot traffic have carpet? I admit that it was clean but that isn't the point. I mean even even our waiter used a broom to clean the floor after the large corner booth that was next to us left. They had kids that left food on the floor. It isn't the cleanliness it is the smell of the grill and spilled beer/drinks.

Come on Management...get with it. I would have rated it a 3 but the Service pushed it to a 4. The food is fantastic and service deserves a more appealing environment, get rid of the carpet!

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It was a very busy Thursday evening, and had to wait 45 minutes to be seated, which we agreed to, as we had selected it based on the raving online reviews and their interesting-looking menu. Our server was polite and friendly. I had the Bloody Mary, which was spicy enough, but light and a bit watered down, and husband had an IPA, which he liked. The pickles (gherkin,okra, and onion) in the Bloody Mary were delicious, but there were no olives. We had 2 appetizers, the fondue and stuffed peppers with cheese. We were not crazy about the cheese fondue or bread, which tasted the same as the bun without the crust( I'd prefer rustic "baguette" type of bread with a bit of crunchy crust). The stuffed peppers were delicious; roasted and peeled with a white creamy cheese filling ( with a subtle goat cheese flavor), a nice balsamic glaze and freshly chopped basil that complemented the flavors. Our 4 entrees were all different burgers. The meat was tender and very juicy, and cooked accordingly. The bun was very good, too. I got the BGL burger with the bacon jam, which neither I nor my 18 year old son who is a foodie and wanted to try it, could taste it or "see" it. Everyone else ate all their fries which were fresh ( not frozen) and thinly cut, but I didn't enjoy them as mine were limp and not piping hot as I like them. The server and staff were all very friendly and accommodating. They truly went above and beyond, as I had an issue with the temperature of the burger, which had gone too cold for me when it arrived. The server who came by the table to ask if we liked our burgers, immediately offered to take it back to the kitchen and they made me a new one 👌, which was very professional of them. I felt that the staff really cared and made sure that the meal was enjoyable. In terms of the atmosphere, it was ok, the decor was very simple, nothing fancy, with an enormous TV (sports channel) in a very large open dining area. It was an "American" experience, which I would recommend if you are looking for such. I don't regret it, but I prefer something more quaint and cozy. Having said that, everyone else in our party enjoyed their meal and would come back. Next time, I'll try something else on the menu; they certainly have a large variety. We paid about $130 for 1 coke, 1 Bloody Mary, 1 IPA, 2 appetizers...

Five Stars for the Goat That Stole My Heart (and My Cholesterol Levels)

Let me just start by saying this: if you’re on a diet, turn around. If you’re looking for a quiet, subdued dining experience where the server whispers your order back to you and your water glass never drops below 98% full… also turn around. But if you’re looking to slam face-first into some of the best food in Tennessee while basking in goat-themed glory and deep-fried euphoria—Local Goat is calling.

We opened the show with the Bang Bang Shrimp, which came out swinging like Mike Tyson in a spicy, creamy robe. Crispy, tender, and slathered in a sauce that must have been designed in a lab by flavor scientists who moonlight as pyromaniacs. Then came the onion rings—huge, golden halos of crunchy perfection that I’m pretty sure could be worn as actual bracelets if your sodium levels are too low to lift your arms.

For the main acts:

Dad went all Yellowstone on us and ordered the Bison Burger—because what says “vacation” like eating something majestic? He described it as “lean, juicy, and just wild enough to make you feel like a better man.” He might start wearing cowboy boots and quoting Teddy Roosevelt after this.

I went with the Hot Chicken Sandwich, because nothing says “treat yourself” like lighting your mouth on fire in front of strangers. It was spicy, crispy, and yet somehow still juicy. Basically, it slapped—twice—then apologized with pickles and ranch.

My son (a.k.a. the burger connoisseur of the family) tackled the Black & Blue Burger. Bleu cheese and blackened beef came together in a smoky, funky power duo that could headline Coachella. He gave it two thumbs up before slipping into a food coma and declaring this his new favorite place on Earth—sorry, Disney.

The service? Friendly, fast, and just sarcastic enough to make us feel at home. The atmosphere is equal parts rustic, energetic, and taxidermy-chic. And yes, there are actual goat references everywhere, because branding matters, folks.

By the end of the meal, we were full, happy, and considering naming our next pet “Local Goat” just to honor the experience.

10/10 would return. Probably tomorrow. Probably with...