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Large Parties Welcome At The Island Restaurants
Big Party Seating Options
Feed the whole team, satisfy your large family, and find plenty of dining options at The Island in Pigeon Forge
Planning a meal for a large group can feel overwhelming. Whether you are coordinating dinners for cheer squads competing at LeConte Center or baseball/softball teams visiting The Ripken Experience sports complex, finding a spot that makes everyone happy is always a challenge. If you are searching for the best restaurants in Pigeon Forge that can handle your entire crew, The Island in Pigeon Forge is your ultimate destination.
Walk-In & Reservations - Plan Your Way
At The Island, you can plan ahead with a reservation at either Paula Deen's Family Kitchen or Margaritaville Restaurant. You can also simply walk into either of these locations or any of our other dining options on The Island. This flexibility is ideal for planning for a large group.
When you put your name on the list at popular spots like Paula Deen's Family Kitchen, Timberwood Grill, Margaritaville Restaurant, or Dick's Last Resort, you do not have to stand around in a crowded lobby. Your group is completely free to roam. You can browse through our 80+ retail stores, or just relax in the rocking chairs and watch the Island Show Fountain until you get the text that your tables are ready.
The "Divide & Conquer" Strategy
Let’s be honest: getting 30 people to agree on one type of food is nearly impossible. That is where The Island truly shines for big groups. Instead of forcing everyone into one restaurant, you can embrace a "Divide & Conquer" strategy!
It is easy to let your group split up and make their own choices. The baseball team can head over to Mellow Mushroom to share a few pizzas, while others grab a relaxing, sit-down meal at Timberwood Grill. Those looking for a quick bite can grab a walking taco from Not Just Nachos or a hot dog from Yee-Haw Snack Shack! Everyone gets exactly what they are craving, and the whole group can easily reconvene by the Island Show Fountain to eat or catch up.
Sweet Treats & Tastings
No group dinner is complete without a little something sweet at the end of the night. Once everyone has fueled up, your group can easily find a dessert to match their mood. You can grab a scoop from our brand-new Ben & Jerry's, or stop by Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shop for a slice of the best pie in the Smokies!
If the adults in your group are looking to unwind after the kids have grabbed their sweets, you can head over to a tasting at Tennessee Stud Cider Company, Bootleggers Homemade Wine, or Ole Smoky Moonshine.
Plan Your Group Gathering
With free parking, free admission, and endless entertainment options, The Island takes the stress right out of group meal planning. Next time you are organizing a crowd, skip the headache and head to the heart of the Smokies. Even if you have spent the day at Dollywood, in Gatlinburg, or hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, discover for yourself why we are one of the best places to eat in Pigeon Forge for groups of any size!
EAT AT THE ISLANDSitdown restaurants
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Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Restaurant
Delicious island-inspired cuisine, refreshing cocktails, live music, and more.
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Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen
Enjoy endless portions of Southern favorites, from classic entrees to delectable sides.
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Snack Spots
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Auntie Anne's
Freshly baked, handcrafted pretzels including the Original to Cinnamon Sugar and more.
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Chill Bar at Margaritaville Island Hotel
Laid-back bites and island drinks with a VIP Fountain view.
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Kermits Key Lime Pie Shop
Taste a sweet slice of the Florida Keys at Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shop!
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The Fudgery
Watch as they create delicious fudge before your eyes, singing show tunes and spreading smiles.
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Yee Haw Snack Shack
Authentic New Orleans Snowballs plus classic snacks like hot dogs, nachos, and funnel cake fries.
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