Sports bars in Pigeon Forge make for a great place to catch some college football or root for your favorite NFL teams. There are a handful of top places to eat, drink and watch the game in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Sevierville, and even Townsend – and not all of them are sports bars. Some of our favorite spots offer great outdoor seating for those cool fall days, or just an awesome indoor environment with plenty of activities.
Junction 35 Spirits
If you’re spending some time at The Mountain Mile for the day and feel like visiting one of our sports bars in Pigeon Forge, consider a spot at the bar at Junction 35 Spirits. Their TVs behind the bar are sure to have the game on while you sip and savor some of their high quality spirits and enjoy some smoked wings, firecracker shrimp, or a delicious smash burger.
Junction 35
Ole Red
Ole Red Gatlinburg is a fun place to watch the game if you’re looking for lively sports bar vibes on the Strip. With plenty of TVs, good food, and a full bar, it’s an easy spot to grab a seat, cheer on your team, and hang out before or after catching some live music.
Ole Red
West By God Coalfired Pizza
Drink the coolest beer in Pigeon Forge at West By God Coalfired Pizza while you watch the game this weekend. This multifaceted location on Wears Valley Road offers some of the best axe throwing in the area plus a full service restaurant featuring coalfired pizza. It’s great for all ages, and the perfect spot to bring your family on Saturday.
West By God Coalfired Pizza
The Casual Pint of Pigeon Forge
The Casual Pint of Pigeon Forge is an easygoing spot to watch the game in the Smokies. With plenty of TVs, a solid craft beer lineup, and a relaxed neighborhood vibe, it’s a great place to settle in, catch the action, and hang out with friends or family.
The Causal Pint
Pinchy’s Lobster & Rawbar
The porch at Pinchy’s Lobster & Rawbar is one of the hottest spots in downtown Sevierville and a great place to watch the game. Enjoy fresh seafood on the covered patio and watch the game on the mounted corner TVs. You might even catch some live music or have your servers decked out in Vols gear.
Pinchy’s
The Pines
Another fantastic spot in downtown Sevierville, The Pines has a lot going on in the best way possible. You can enjoy a delicious meal with some good looking custom cocktails or compete in duckpin bowling while you catch the game on one of the surrounding TVs. They’ve also got plenty of other kinds of games (from Scrabble to soccer pool) for all ages to enjoy.
The Pines
Taco Ranch
Taco Ranch promises fun for the whole family. Their casual vibe and delicious menu make it a great place to enjoy a meal while catching your favorite team on game day. Their dining options combine flavors reminescent of a streetside taqueria with the spirit of a down-home country ranch.
Taco Ranch
Puckett’s Restaurant
The lively vibe of Puckett’s on the Pigeon Forge parkway makes for a great place to watch the game. Since the brand opened its second East Tennessee location in 2019 this restaurant has provided a comfortable, downhome atmosphere with some delicious southern staples that everybody can enjoy. Grab a spot at the bar for a premium view of the TV.
Puckett’s
Ober Mountain
With the new outdoor screen at Ober Mountain Adventure Park you won’t miss a second of gameday action. This premium location in Gatlinburg is an even better spot to watch the game than some sports bars in Pigeon Forge. Purchase a wristband and make a whole day of mountain coasters, scenery, and family fun at this iconic mountaintop theme park.
Ober Mountain
Peaceful Side Social
This wonderful spot in Townsend is our top pick for gameday activities if you’re staying in the area. Peaceful Side Social Brewery + Craft Kitchen has tons of space for indoor and outdoor dining and TVs inside for your football-watching enjoyment. Don’t forget to stop by the taco bar for guac, queso and even a tasty margarita.
Peaceful Side Social
Azul Cantina
Located in The Mountain Mile is the fabulous tex-mex Azul Cantina. Enjoy a margarita rimmed with blue salt at this Pigeon Forge rooftop bar in the warmer months. It’s great on a sunny day, and there’s always a shady place to cool off if needed. Their top-notch menu is filled with classics as well as some southern takes on traditional tex-mex.
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