Junction 35 Spirits

Junction 35 Kitchen & Bar is a distillery and restaurant in one, at The Mountain Mile in Pigeon Forge. Watch the stills at work, sip spirits made on site and dig into Southern barbecue, smash burgers and comfort food, all under one roof.

Junction 35 was built by locals with a passion for community, great food and exceptional spirits. Its motto sums it up: "Drink. Dine. Distill." It's a member of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail, and it's a relaxed, family-friendly stop in the middle of one of Pigeon Forge's busiest shopping and entertainment areas.

The distillery

Junction 35 makes its own spirits, including bourbon, rye, whiskey, moonshine, vodka, gin, tequila and rum. You can see the stills from the dining room, and the bar turns the house spirits into handcrafted cocktails. You can also order tasting flights to sample the house spirits side by side.

The story behind the name

The name nods to Sevier County's railroad era, when loggers and moonshiners moved their liquor by train near the 35th parallel, and to "The Junction," a gathering place from the railroad boom.

The kitchen

Barbecue

Barbecue trays feature smoked pulled pork and Texas-style beef brisket, with sides like mac and cheese and coleslaw.

Burgers and sandwiches

Smash burgers come in a long list of builds, including a veggie option, and the sandwich menu covers pulled pork, brisket and several chicken sandwiches.

Starters, wings and more

Start with shareable appetizers and smoked or boneless wings. Entrées run from shrimp and grits and salmon to pasta and beef tips, and there are salads for a lighter meal. Save room for a bourbon-kissed dessert.

Good for families and groups

Junction 35 is casual and welcomes kids, with a separate kids menu. The mix of barbecue, burgers and entrées makes it easy to feed a group with different tastes, and grown-ups can try the house spirits while everyone eats.

Make a day of it at The Mountain Mile

Junction 35 sits inside The Mountain Mile on Teaster Lane, so dinner fits easily into a day of shopping and rides. Grab a rooftop margarita at Azul Cantina, play a few games at Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown, or head down Teaster Lane for the Lost Mine Mountain Coaster. Browse more Pigeon Forge attractions to plan your trip.

Pigeon Forge or Sevierville?

Junction 35 has a second distillery and kitchen at Tanger Outlets in Sevierville. The Pigeon Forge location at The Mountain Mile is the closest to most Pigeon Forge cabins, while the Sevierville location is an easy stop on a shopping day.

Tips for your visit

Pick a designated driver

If you're sampling spirits, plan your ride back to the cabin before you start.

Plan around the crowds

The Mountain Mile is busy on summer evenings, fall weekends and holidays, so arriving a little before the dinner rush helps.

More distilleries and dinners

Exploring local spirits? Visit Old Forge Distillery in Pigeon Forge or see our guide to Gatlinburg distilleries. For more barbecue, try Calhoun's, or browse our full list of Pigeon Forge restaurants.

Plan your visit

Frequently asked questions

Where is Junction 35 in Pigeon Forge?

At 2655 Teaster Lane inside The Mountain Mile.

Is Junction 35 a distillery?

Yes. It makes its own bourbon, rye, whiskey, moonshine, vodka, gin, tequila and rum, and pairs the distillery with a full restaurant and bar.

What food does Junction 35 serve?

Barbecue, smash burgers, sandwiches, wings, salads and Southern entrées, plus desserts.

Is Junction 35 good for kids?

Yes. Kids are welcome, and there's a kids menu.

Is there more than one Junction 35?

Yes. There's a second location at Tanger Outlets in Sevierville.