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Calhoun's

2532 Parkway, between stop lights 2B and 3, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865-868-1500
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Ranked #20 of 121 restaurants in Pigeon Forge
Price range: 4 AUD - 23 AUD
Cuisines: American, Barbecue, Steakhouse
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I used to stop by Calhouns' on my way into town and before I checked in at the hotel. I wasn't aware of the fact that they had changed the size fo the order of chicken quesadilla's, so that part I accept. But the appearance, Oh My Goodness!!!! The salsa or bean or whatever you want to call it that... More

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Berwick, PA
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33 reviews 33 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We ate here twice so far within three days. The food, service, and prices are great! The first visit was during dinner on the weekend and in was busy. You wouldn't know it from the quick and supreme service we were given by both the hostess and the waiter! Our second visit was for lunch and we received the same... More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

My husband loved the huge pork barbecue sandwich which he said was very tender and tasty. It was served with slaw. I had one of the lunch specials that was a large bowl of lettuce with blueberries, strawberries mandarin oranges, and pineapple and a huge dip of tasty chicken salad. I added honey viniagrette dressing to the lettuce mix and... More

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Kannapolis, North Carolina
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50 reviews 50 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

We dined at Calhoun's for the first time after an exhausting day at Dollywood. The beer cheese dip appetizer was really good but the chips were really salty. Our server was very friendly and clearly knew the menu really well. The prime rib was one of the best cuts I've ever had because it had a great smoky flavor, almost... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Servers was friendly but this was horrible BBQ defiantly not smoked, Mac n cheese tasted microwaved had hot spots in the middle otherwise Luke warm no flavor ribs very tough sauce didn't like sauce bad experience too many other choices to bother with this places better restaurants in area.

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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

After driving through Roaring Fork Motor Trail in Gatlinburg, we were starving. We stopped in Calhoun's in Pigeon Forge on our way back to our cabin, Awesome View, off Wear's Valley Road. Calhoun's has the best buffalo wings in the Smokies. We ordered two pounds of naked wings, with extra Thunder Sauce and Blue Cheese for dipping. A surplus of... More

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Jenison
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Calhouns is a Tennessee favorite and does not disappoint! They have a great menu and I highly recommend the trio plate which is chicken tenders, pulled pork and a sampling of ribs. Simply delicious! Nice atmosphere and fair prices..

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Madison, Wisconsin
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We've had ribs at Calhoun's and at other area restaurants and Calhoun's is the best! Order a full rack because they're good as leftovers too.

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Glennville, Georgia
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46 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Staying very nearby, and trying to get to a show and already running late we called Calhouns as they delivered. We were very pleased. Ribs were excellent ,sides beans & slaw both were very good. Service was prompt. Certainly nothing to complain about here, just want to go and dine in next time.

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TN/NC
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42 reviews 42 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Will ding them a star for sloooooow service. Waiter was jovial, and may have been over-tabled that night. Yet, drinks and refills almost didn't happen. Fried pickles a disappointment, all gooey and stuck together. BBQ good. Quesadilla fair. White bean chili (bowl) skimpy for price paid. Childs burger cooked to over done. Might have caught em on an off night.

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