Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden

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542 TN-123, Turtletown
(423) 496-5221

About Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden

The Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden is a friendly and welcoming spot located near the Tennessee–North Carolina line. It offers a great selection of beers and a cozy atmosphere that attracts both locals and travelers. The restaurant features a small but tasty menu, with highlights such as Taco Tuesday street style tacos, which are described as delicious, and pizza fresh from a brick oven made with house-made dough, served on Sundays. During the summer, visitors enjoy fun Friday turtle races with rubber ducky turtles in the creek, along with activities like cornhole on the deck, pool tables, and dart boards. The service is often praised for being friendly and attentive, making guests feel at home. The staff is known for caring and creating a fun environment. The food receives high praise, with some calling the pizza a 5-star experience and sandwiches nearly as good. The atmosphere is lively, with opportunities to meet good people and enjoy friendly billiard competitions. Whether stopping by for a quick drink, a meal, or participating in summer events, visitors find the Thirsty Turtle to be a worthwhile destination, worth the drive, and worth returning to. Overall, it’s a great place to enjoy cold beer, hot plates, and good company in a country setting.

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Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden Reviews

4.9
76 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
90%
4
10%
Food
4.6
Atmosphere
4.7
Service
5.0

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Restaurantji Rating

Great relaxing spot to grab a bite and a drink.

Their food is top shelf! Best pizzas around! Friendly, fun atmosphere!

Now listen, if you ever get the itch to take a little drive out to where the cell service waves the white flag, point your rig toward that Tennessee–North Carolina line, and stop in at the Thirsty Turtle Beer Garden. 🍻

It’s the kinda place that makes a special trip to the sticks feel like a smart decision. Service was friendlier than your favorite aunt at Sunday supper, beers were colder than a creek in February, and the food? Let’s just say I ain’t proud of...read full review

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:30AM - 8PM
Wednesday 11:30AM - 8PM
Thursday 11:30AM - 8PM
Friday 11:30AM - 8PM
Saturday 11:30AM - 8PM
Sunday 1 - 8PM
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