J.T. Hannah's Kitchen

J.T. Hannah's Kitchen is a casual, family-friendly restaurant on the Pigeon Forge Parkway with an all-American menu of burgers, sandwiches, steaks, seafood and slow-cooked ribs. The dining room is styled like an old warehouse, filled with rustic décor and relics that recall the 1930s.

The restaurant tells the story of J.T. Hannah, a prosperous Smoky Mountain businessman whose freight warehouse and stockyards grew a lunchroom that eventually fed the public. J.T. Hannah's carries on that tradition of hearty food and plenty to drink at a fair price, served with Southern hospitality.

Award-winning ribs and steaks

J.T. Hannah's specialties are the main draw, led by its award-winning St. Louis spare ribs, slow-cooked with a house spice blend and finished with a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. The specialties menu also covers hand-cut steaks, sirloin, fajitas, country-fried steak and other hearty plates.

Burgers and sandwiches

Burgers are a big part of the menu, from classic cheeseburgers to loaded specialty builds, including one oversized challenge burger for serious appetites. Deluxe sandwiches round out the lunch side of the menu.

More on the menu

There's seafood like fried catfish and fish and chips, chicken dishes, salads and a long list of shareable appetizers. It's a wide menu, which makes it an easy pick when your group can't agree on what to eat.

Dessert

Save room for Mama Laura's Famous Strawberry Shortcake, a local favorite.

Drinks

J.T. Hannah's also has a cocktail menu, so grown-ups can relax with a drink while the kids dig into dessert.

Good for families and groups

J.T. Hannah's is casual and kid-friendly, with a separate kids menu. It also welcomes groups and parties, with plenty of space and parking for cars, vans and buses. Weekends and holidays are the busiest times, so call ahead with your group size.

Tips for your visit

Join the waitlist

J.T. Hannah's offers an online waitlist, so check in before you head over and spend less time waiting at the door.

Try the ribs and the shortcake

If it's your first visit, start with the ribs and finish with the strawberry shortcake, the two dishes the restaurant itself calls out.

Plan around the crowds

Summer evenings, fall weekends and holidays get busy, so arriving a little before the dinner rush helps.

Make a day of it

J.T. Hannah'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 burgers, ribs and steaks

Comparing spots? See our guides to the best burgers in Pigeon Forge and the best steakhouses in Pigeon Forge, or try Calhoun's for hickory-smoked ribs. Browse our full list of Pigeon Forge restaurants for more.

Plan your visit

Frequently asked questions

Where is J.T. Hannah's Kitchen?

At 3214 Parkway in Pigeon Forge.

What is J.T. Hannah's known for?

Award-winning St. Louis spare ribs, burgers, steaks and Mama Laura's Famous Strawberry Shortcake.

Is J.T. Hannah's good for kids?

Yes. It's casual and family-friendly, with a kids menu.

Does J.T. Hannah's take groups?

Yes. Call ahead with your group size, especially for weekends and holidays.

Can I join a waitlist?

Yes. J.T. Hannah's offers an online waitlist.