Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
Southern Comfort, Served Family-Style at The Island
Pull up a chair for hearty, family-style Southern cooking at Paula Deen's Family Kitchen!
Set right at The Island in Pigeon Forge, this nearly 300-seat restaurant serves classic Deen family recipes the way they’re meant to be enjoyed — passed around the table in endless portions. Come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and choose your entrées and sides, then finish with a dessert of your choice.
The tiered dining room offers a unique view of the Island Show Fountain and the Smoky Mountains beyond, making every meal feel like an occasion. Think fried chicken, meatloaf, pork chops, creamed corn, mac and cheese, biscuits, and famous desserts like peach cobbler and banana pudding — comfort food done right.
Before you leave, browse the Paula Deen Store downstairs, packed with 3,000+ kitchen goodies and Southern treats. It’s a warm, memorable meal for the whole group — just minutes from your cabin at Smith Creek Resort.
Information
Opening Hours
- Sun–Thu, 8am–10pm | Fri–Sat, 8am–11pm
At a Glance
- Type of Experience: Dining, Family Fun, Shopping
- Best For: Families, Groups, Couples
- Top Season / Time to Visit: All-Year Round
The Essentials: What’s Here, What’s Nearby & Why You’ll Love It
From endless Southern classics to a fountain-view dining room, here’s everything you need to plan a meal at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen. Come hungry, share the table, and save room for dessert.
What You'll Experience
Endless family-style Southern entrées and sides
Finish with peach cobbler, banana pudding, and more
Dine with a view of the Island Show Fountain
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus daily
Browse the Paula Deen Store's 3,000+ itemsAmenities & Features
Family-style, all-you-can-enjoy portions Nearly 300-seat, full-service dining room Free parking with a complimentary tram at The Island Elevators/escalators to the upstairs dining room On-site Paula Deen retail storeWhy We Love It
True Southern comfort food, shared the way it should be
A crowd-pleaser for big groups and families Unbeatable fountain-and-mountain views from your table
The desserts alone are worth the tripNearby Attractions
The Island Show Fountain – steps away The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel – at The Island Titanic Museum Attraction – ~0.4 miFrequently Asked Questions
How does the family-style dining work?
You choose your entrées and sides for a fixed price per person, served in shareable portions with refills, and everyone finishes with a dessert of their choice.
Do they take reservations?
Reservations are limited to leave room for walk-ins, so it’s worth booking ahead — but walk-in guests are always welcomed too.
Is there parking?
Yes — The Island offers free parking, plus a complimentary tram to the front if you park in the outer lots.
Is there anything besides the restaurant?
Yes — the Paula Deen Store on the first floor has over 3,000 items, from cookware to Southern pantry treats.
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Stay Close to the Adventure
After an adventurous day exploring the Smoky Mountains, unwind in one of our cozy pigeon forge cabins or plan your stay in our scenic smoky mountain vacation rentals for the perfect mountain escape.Getting There from Smith Creek Resort
Route: Take the Parkway (US-441 S) into Pigeon Forge and turn in at The Island (Traffic Light #6). Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen is on the far side of the fountain plaza; park free and walk or ride the tram.
Drive time: ~10 min
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
131 The Island Dr, Suite 8101
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA