Huck Finn's Catfish

Huck Finn's Catfish is a family-owned Southern restaurant on the Pigeon Forge Parkway, known for its award-winning all-you-can-eat catfish, fried chicken and "vittles." It's been a local favorite since 1995.

Huck Finn's is locally owned and operated, and it keeps things simple: farm-raised catfish, crispy fried chicken and classic Southern sides, served in a casual, come-as-you-are dining room. If you want a true taste of Smoky Mountain comfort food, this is the place.

All-you-can-eat catfish and chicken

The all-you-can-eat dinner is the reason most people come. Choose catfish, fried chicken or a combo of both, and keep the plates coming. The catfish is U.S. farm-raised and grain-fed, fried golden in house breading, and the fried chicken is classic Southern comfort.

The vittles

Every meal comes with Huck Finn's vittles, the classic sides that make a Southern fish fry: scratch-made hushpuppies, coleslaw made fresh daily, white beans with ham, pickle spears and sweet onion slices. They're a big part of what keeps people coming back.

More on the menu

Not up for all-you-can-eat? The regular dinner plates cover fried and grilled catfish, chicken, shrimp and other seafood, plus steak, pork chops and a few adventurous Southern options. There are spicy choices for anyone who likes some heat, and fried appetizers to share.

Lunch

Huck Finn's also serves a weekday lunch menu with lighter plates, sandwiches and tacos.

Dessert

Save room for cobbler or one of the daily desserts from the in-house baker.

Good for families and groups

Huck Finn's is an easy pick for families. Kids get their own menu with simple favorites like chicken fingers, catfish strips and burgers, and the all-you-can-eat format works well for hungry teenagers. The restaurant also has a group menu for tour groups, reunions and big family dinners.

Take a taste home

Huck Finn's offers take-home orders and online ordering, so you can bring a catfish dinner back to the cabin. The gift shop sells T-shirts and hats, plus the restaurant's own hushpuppy mix and catfish breader if you want to try it at home.

Tips for your visit

Come hungry

All-you-can-eat means pacing yourself. Start with a plate of catfish and chicken, then go back for your favorite.

Try the hushpuppies

They're scratch-made, and they're one of the restaurant's signatures.

Plan around the crowds

Summer evenings, fall weekends and holidays get busy. Arriving a little before the dinner rush makes for a more relaxed meal.

Make a day of it

Huck Finn's sits right on the Parkway, so it's easy to pair dinner with the rest of a Pigeon Forge day. Spend the afternoon at Dollywood, then head to The Island for the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel and the fountain show. Browse more Pigeon Forge attractions to plan your trip.

More Southern comfort food

Craving more? See our guides to Pigeon Forge's best Southern restaurants and the best fried chicken in Pigeon Forge, or try The Old Mill Restaurant or Harpoon Harry's Crab House. Browse our full list of Pigeon Forge restaurants for more.

Plan your visit

Frequently asked questions

Where is Huck Finn's in Pigeon Forge?

At 3330 Parkway in Pigeon Forge.

What is Huck Finn's known for?

All-you-can-eat catfish and fried chicken, served with Southern sides the restaurant calls vittles.

What are the vittles?

Hushpuppies, coleslaw, white beans with ham, pickle spears and sweet onion slices.

Does Huck Finn's have options besides catfish?

Yes. There are chicken plates, shrimp and other seafood, steak, pork chops and a kids menu.

How long has Huck Finn's been open?

Since May 1995.

Can I order Huck Finn's to go?

Yes. Huck Finn's offers take-home orders and online ordering.