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Saddle up, y'all! Located in the heart of Pigeon Forge on the Parkway, Taco Ranch is more than a restaurant — it's a culinary experience that offers bold, global flavors with the warm, welcoming spirit of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Inspired by different cultures around the world, our menu is centered around our love of tacos, each crafted with a unique twist. From the spicy kick of Nashville Hot Chicken to the savory richness of Korean BBQ, the menu at Taco Ranch pays tribute to the tortilla in all its forms. Whether you're a local or a visitor, c'mon by for a memorable meal in a fun, western saloon-inspired atmosphere. Taco Ranch offers breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Details

Outdoor Seating

Pricing

$$ avg. $10-20 per person

Dining Options

Dine In, Takeout, Vegetarian Options, Outdoor Seating, Kids Menu

Serves

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Beer, Wine, Cocktails, Coffee

Parking

Free Parking Lot

Regular Hours

Mon: Tue: Wed: Thu: Fri: Sat: Sun:

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking, Entrance, Restroom, Seating

Filed Under

Restaurant, Breakfast Restaurant, Fusion Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, Family Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Indian Restaurant, Bar, Live Music Venue, Event Venue, Food, Point Of Interest, Establishment

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Location

Taco Ranch

Taco Ranch

Reviews 4.8 stars (3k)

samir patel - a month ago

I recently visited Taco Ranch Mexican Cantina, and overall it was a good experience. It has more of a fast-casual, quick-service style, which makes it convenient and easy.

The tacos were definitely the highlight—especially the Cauliflower Tikka and Crispy Avocado. Both had great flavor and were something a little different from typical tacos.

The interior was nice and well-designed, and they also offer outdoor seating, which is a great option in a tourist area. Customer service was good—the staff taking the order was polite and efficient.

The only downside is that the food felt a bit on the expensive side, but considering the location and overall quality, it was understandable.

Overall, a solid spot for unique tacos and a casual dining experience. 🌮

Shane Farnor - a month ago

Wow. SOOO impressed with this place! After a day at Dollywood, the fam was hungry. So we wound up choosing to eat here (everyone's first time). The staff was great, the atmosphere decidedly (and refreshingly!) unlike the rest of Pigeon Forge. (Coming from the West Coast, we immediately felt right at home.) And we were really impressed with the creative menu. And happy to report that EVERYTHING was excellent! At the table there was an assortment of tacos, wings, a quesadilla and two margaritas. One of the favorites was the crispy avocado taco -- it was incredibly tasty! And although we didn't get his name, the bartender made us one of the best margaritas we've had in a long time! So big shout-out to him! Seriously, everything was sooo good. We'll definitely be back here next time we're in Pigeon Forge. Highly recommend.

Russell Barbely - 2 months ago

Taco Ranch was one of the best places we ate in Pigeon Forge! The crispy avocado, Thai shrimp, pork, and lobster avocado tacos were all amazing! Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made. The strawberry margarita was top-notch too. Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and solid portions. Definitely coming back!

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