Funnel Cake Factory: Fresh Funnel Cakes on the Pigeon Forge Parkway

About

Funnel Cake Factory is a small, single-minded sweet shop on the Pigeon Forge Parkway, and the scent of frying batter and powdered sugar usually reaches you before the door does. The shop says its funnel cake recipe has been handed down for generations, and it takes pride in both the batter and the powdered sugar. It is the kind of simple, nostalgic treat that fits a vacation day, whether you are walking the Parkway or winding down after a show.

The classic funnel cake comes dusted with powdered sugar, and from there you can dress it up with strawberries, peaches, apples or cherries, chocolate or caramel sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream. Beyond funnel cakes, the menu includes hot fudge cakes, kettle corn, Bavarian nuts and German sausages, so there is something salty for anyone who is not in the mood for sugar. Portions are generous, and a single topped funnel cake is easy to share.

You will find Funnel Cake Factory at 3357 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, near the turn for The Old Mill area. Outdoor seating is available, and orders are made at the counter. Hours are not published on an official website, so call (865) 453-3623 to check before you make a special trip, especially in the off-season. Grab plenty of napkins and a fork, since the powdered sugar travels.

Photo: Funnel Cake Factory

Did You Know

• The shop says its funnel cake recipe has been passed down for generations (My Pigeon Forge).
• Besides funnel cakes, the menu includes German sausages, Bavarian nuts and kettle corn (My Pigeon Forge).
• Topping choices include strawberries, apples, cherries, chocolate, caramel, whipped cream and ice cream (Visit My Smokies).
• Outdoor seating is available at the Parkway shop (SmokyMountains.com).