Johnny Carino's
Wood-fired pizza, pasta and baked lasagna · Dine-in, takeout and delivery
Johnny Carino's is a casual Italian restaurant on the Pigeon Forge Parkway, serving fresh-baked lasagna, pasta, wood-fired pizzas and tiramisu. It's an easy, comfortable pick when your group is craving Italian on vacation.
Johnny Carino's calls itself "your local Italian restaurant." Expect hearty portions of familiar dishes in a relaxed dining room that works for families, couples and groups alike.
The menu
Pasta and baked dishes
Pasta is the heart of the menu, led by Johnny's fresh-baked lasagna. You'll also find classic Italian favorites, seafood and chicken pastas, and a few house specialties with a little kick.
Wood-fired pizza
Wood-fired pizzas are a good way to share at the table or keep things simple for the kids.
Dessert
Finish with tiramisu, a classic end to an Italian dinner.
Family platters
Feeding a crowd? Johnny Carino's offers family platters built for sharing, which makes it a smart choice for big families and group trips. Order a few platters for the table and let everyone dig in.
Dine in, take out or delivery
Johnny Carino's is open for dine-in, to-go and delivery, and you can order online. That makes it easy to bring a pasta dinner back to the cabin after a long day in the Smokies. Eat on the deck with a view and spend the evening in the hot tub instead of waiting for a table.
Catering
The Pigeon Forge location also offers catering, which can be a big help for family reunions, weddings and large group stays.
Who it's for
Families
Pasta and pizza are crowd-pleasers, and family platters make it easy to feed everyone without ordering a dozen separate meals.
Couples
A plate of pasta and tiramisu makes for an easy, low-key date night between days on the trails and the Parkway.
Tips for your visit
Order ahead for the cabin
If you're staying in, place an online order for pickup or delivery before you head back.
Plan around the crowds
Summer evenings, fall weekends and holidays get busy on the Parkway, so arriving a little before the dinner rush helps.
Make a day of it
Johnny Carino's sits right on the Parkway, so it's easy to pair lunch or dinner with the rest of a Pigeon Forge day. Spend the day 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 Italian and pizza
Comparing spots? See our guide to the best Italian restaurants in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, try Pizza Rio Wine + Bar, or grab a wood-fired pie at Big Daddy's Pizzeria. Browse our full list of Pigeon Forge restaurants for more.
Plan your visit
Frequently asked questions
Where is Johnny Carino's in Pigeon Forge?
At 2425 Parkway in Pigeon Forge.
What is Johnny Carino's known for?
Fresh-baked lasagna, pasta, wood-fired pizzas, family platters and tiramisu.
Does Johnny Carino's offer takeout or delivery?
Yes. It's open for dine-in, to-go and delivery, with online ordering.
Is Johnny Carino's good for large groups?
Yes. Family platters are built for sharing, and the Pigeon Forge location offers catering.
Johnny Carino's is just minutes from our Pigeon Forge cabins. Bring everyone to one of our family cabins or large cabins, and book direct to get our Stay & Play Pass with free attraction tickets for every paid night.