Wilderness Pass Restaurant
Wilderness Pass Restaurant offers a spacious, family-friendly dining environment inspired by Appalachian traditions. Nestled among the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains, this quick-service restaurant serves comforting, home-style meals that provide a relaxing break from the park’s busiest areas.
Wilderness Pass Restaurant Quick Facts
- Park Area
- Wilderness Pass
- Dining Style
- Quick Serve
- Indoor Seating
- Partial
- Mobile Order
- Yes
- Best Time to Visit
- Lunch / Dinner
- Food Allergen Information
- Please visit the official Dollywood website.
- Signature Dish
- BBQ Braised Beef
- Annual Pass Discount
- Dollywood Silver Season Pass: 10% Discount
- Dollywood Gold Season Pass: 15% Discount
- Dollywood Diamond Season Pass: 20% Discount
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Who This Restaurant Is Best For
- Families with young kids
- Guests with food allergies
- Meals with variety
What You Should Know Before You Go
- Typical peak hours
- 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (Lunch) | 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm (Dinner)
- Portion sizes
- Individual
- Seating comfort
- There is ample outdoor seating with umbrellas at individual tables and a partially covered area for larger parties.
Pro Tip
The entrée platters are quite large, so you can easily split them into two individual meals if you are trying to be budget conscious.
Alternative Dining Option
If the line here is long, alternatives include Till & Harvest Food Hall and Miss Lillian’s Mill House for faster service.
Wilderness Pass Restaurant Menu
Menu subject to change without notice.
For special dietary needs, please ask a host for more information.
Entree Platters
BBQ Braised Beef
Braised beef top blade is classically prepared with salt and white pepper to bring out the premium beef’s flavor and tenderness.
Gluten Free
Rotisserie Half Chicken
Spit-roasted chicken is seasoned with citrus and fresh herbs for a hearty taste of the Smoky Mountains.
Gluten Free
Slow Smoked Pulled Pork
Smoked pork is cooked for 12 hours with Dollywood’s signature BBQ rub, then hand shredded and served with our East Tennessee BBQ Sauce.
Gluten Free
Signature Sides
Baked Beans
Sweet and tangy three-bean baked beans are slow-cooked in a rich sauce of molasses and brown sugar.
Gluten Free
Cheddar Grits
Creamy Carolina-style grits are accented with a hint of parmesan and cheddar cheeses for a satisfying Southern staple.
Vegetarian
Corn Salad
A combination of fresh corn kernels, cucumbers, red onions and cherry tomatoes are dressed with apple cider vinaigrette.
Gluten Free | Vegan
Mac & Cheese
A rich four-cheese sauce tops cavatappi noodles for a satisfying, creamy dish.
Vegetarian
Seasonal Fruit
Seasonal selection of fresh fruits.
Gluten Free | Vegan
Spicy Collards
These spicy collards offer a little something extra for a delicious take on a Southern classic.
Gluten Free
Sweet Yams
Roasted yams are cooked to perfection, then topped with butter, brown sugar, maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon.
Vegetarian
Soup and Salad
Smoky Corn Chowder
Creamy and smoky corn chowder filled with chicken and vegetables.
Three-Bean Chili
A health-conscious alternative to a time-tested and true crowd favorite.
Vegetarian
Chicken Caesar Salad
A healthy combination of chopped romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing are topped with tender pulled chicken.
Kale Garden Salad
Chopped kale greens are mixed with carrots, red bell peppers, red onions and cucumbers, then topped with a Dijon vinaigrette dressing.
Vegan
Kids’ Meals
Chicken Drumsticks
Served with mac and cheese, applesauce and choice of juice, milk or fountain beverage.
Uncrustable® Sandwich
Served with animal crackers, applesauce and choice of juice, milk or fountain beverage.
Refreshing Sips
Coca-Cola® Fountain Beverage
Dasani® Bottled Water
