Dining + Drinks
Would you like some local food recommendations? Check out the diverse Chattanooga restaurants and local watering holes that will tempt you with delectable delights of every food origin. From Oyster bars and seafood to an old-fashioned hamburger, incredible fried chicken, classy southern food, and many more! Chattanooga has incredible restaurants and dining options, and you won't want to miss out!
Satisfy your appetite in fine dining, casual dining, or kid-friendly Chattanooga restaurants. In the evenings, there are a variety of venues that provide entertainment and live music to brighten the evening. Most of these restaurants offer some great mixed drinks, locally crafted beer, or wine to go with your meal. No matter what you're looking for, we can help you find where to eat in Chattanooga!
Even though our Chattanooga vacation homes & cabins have a fully-equipped kitchens, it is always an experience to try out local restaurants. We are proud to recommend the ones listed below.
Breakfast + Coffee
Attention all coffee and brunch lovers! Come explore the incredible coffee and delicious breakfast food options that Chattanooga offers all throughout the city! With a wide variety of options to choose from you can find anything from specialty coffee drinks to a good of ole cup of locally brewed coffee. Several of these restaurants and cafes` have quiet and quaint outdoor courtyards which is the perfect place to meet with an old friend or sit and read a book while you are on holiday.
Looking fo gluten-free options in Chattanooga? Establishments such as the Frothy Monkey or Rembrandt`s offer delicious gluten-free treats to start your day off on the right foot. These suggestions we provide all have their own beautiful style inside and out that shows the awesome diverse character that is Chattanooga, Tennessee!
The breakfast/lunch places we have listed are very well known locally in our community. Most of them serve farm-fresh ingredients that make your mouth water along with some delicious juices or mimosas! Get your morning started off right by visiting some of these amazing cafes and breakfast places!
You can even get your coffee & treats to go and explore them on the deck of your Chattanooga vacation rentals with spectacular mountain views!
Looking fo gluten-free options in Chattanooga? Establishments such as the Frothy Monkey or Rembrandt`s offer delicious gluten-free treats to start your day off on the right foot. These suggestions we provide all have their own beautiful style inside and out that shows the awesome diverse character that is Chattanooga, Tennessee!
The breakfast/lunch places we have listed are very well known locally in our community. Most of them serve farm-fresh ingredients that make your mouth water along with some delicious juices or mimosas! Get your morning started off right by visiting some of these amazing cafes and breakfast places!
You can even get your coffee & treats to go and explore them on the deck of your Chattanooga vacation rentals with spectacular mountain views!
1885 Grill - Saint Elmo
| Nestled in one of Chattanooga`s most neighborly neighborhoods, 1885 Grill proudly serves Southern Coastal cuisine. 1885 is a family-oriented atmosphere that can be a fun and tasty destination for friends and co-workers. At 1885, guests can sit indoors in the back dining room and watch chefs work through the kitchen`s viewing window, relax in the front dining room where a breeze comes in through the rollup door, or enjoy the beautiful weather of the valley on the restaurant`s patio. Each meal is prepared with exacting attention to fresh, local ingredients, beautiful presentation, and friendly service. | |
| Location: | 3914 St Elmo Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37409 |
| Phone: | 423-485-3050 |
Feed Co. Table & Tavern
| Located in Chattanooga`s thriving Southside, The FEED Co. is an artful combination of tavern and family dining with a stunning destination, and an inviting farm fresh menu. This restaurant offers a seasonal menu of inventive farm fresh cuisine cooked simply and deliciously in a warm and inviting atmosphere by executive chef, Charlie Loomis. | |
| Location: | 201 WEST MAIN STREET, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37408 |
| Phone: | (423) 708-8500 |
STIR
| STIR is the perfect restaurant to sip a cocktail over a dozen oysters, enjoy a night out, or meet for lunch. STIR offers great meal options with fresh, local ingredients. This restaurant prepares everything from scratch, using the finest produce, meats, and seasonal ingredients. Located in the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo complex, STIR is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. | |
| Location: | 1444 Market St. Chattanooga, TN 37402 |
| Phone: | 423-531-7847 |
The BoatHouse - Rotisserie & Raw Bar
| The Boathouse is a long-standing Chattanooga tradition for neighborhood camaraderie and a choice destination for the best of riverfront dining, located directly on the Tennessee River in the heart of Chattanooga`s stylish Riverwalk. The Boathouse features an eclectic menu with many traditional dishes, along with a wide array of items from the wood fired grill and creative house specialties not often found elsewhere. Although we are not known exclusively as a seafood restaurant, the Boathouse does have one of the busiest oyster bars in the country. Choose from one of our fresh juice cocktails, or a selection from our beer and wine list, and enjoy the city`s most spectacular view of the Tennessee River vista, whether from inside our dining room, or while relaxing on our outdoor covered patio. | |
| Location: | 1459 Riverside Drive Chattanooga, TN 37406 |
| Phone: | (423) 622-0122 |
Terminal Brewhouse
| The Terminal BrewHouse is a locally owned and operated business that offers world-class beer and exceptional food make it to your table. The Terminal BrewHouse serves Americanized foods such as wood-oven pizza, delicious mouth watering burgers, salads, and more! | |
| Location: | 1464 Market Street Chattanooga, TN 37408 |
| Phone: | 423.752.8090 |
St. John`s Restaurant
| Saint John`s is a place to wine and dine. They serve inventive Regional American cuisine from Chef Rebecca Barron in an elegant, historic setting. Guests from around the world come to take pleasure in the quality, ambiance and attention to detail St. John`s graciously offers. Reflecting seasonal and local flavor, our menu evokes a sense of comfort and purpose. | |
| Location: | 1278 MARKET ST. CHATTANOOGA, TN 37402 |
| Phone: | 423-266-4400 |
Thai Smile
| Thai Smile offers delicious dining and takeout to Chattanooga, TN. Thai Smile is a cornerstone in the Chattanooga community and has been recognized for its outstanding Thai cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. This restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. | |
| Location: | 219 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 |
| Phone: | (423) 266-2333 |
Mellow Mushroom Pizza
| Mellow Mushroom Pizza bakers has been serving up fresh, stone-baked pizzas to order in an eclectic, art-filled, and family-friendly environment. Each Mellow is locally owned and operated and provides a unique feel focused around great customer service and high-quality food. This Mellow is located right in downtown! | |
| Location: | 205 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 |
| Phone: | (423) 266-5564 |
Mr. T`s Pizza
| Everyone loves Mr. T`s! Hand tossed pizzas, ice cream, and a local tradition. Take out & delivery available. | |
| Location: | 3924 Tennessee Ave Chattanooga Tennessee 37409 |
| Phone: | (423) 825-6787 |
Tony`s Pasta Shop & Trattoria
| Tony`s Pasta Shop & Trattoria, featuring classic Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Enjoy our famous complimentary table bread baked fresh daily and a menu featuring hand-cut pastas and fresh sauces made with herbs and tomatoes from our very own gardens, or choose from other traditional Italian dishes such as Chicken Parmesan and Meat Lasagna. Do not pass up the meatballs - they are a traditional Sicilian recipe handed down by our owner`s grandmother! Seating is available outdoors on the deck or the patio, or inside in the loft or the sunroom. Open daily for lunch and dinner. | |
| Location: | 411 EAST 2ND STREET, CHATTANOOGA, TN, 37403 |
| Phone: | 423-265-5033 |
Champy`s
| Gather around with your friends, family or work associates and pig out on Champy`s World-Famous Chicken with some good ole` homemade southern sides including baked beans, slaw and hush puppies. You won`t want to miss this delicious Southern food! | |
| Location: | 526 E Ml King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37403 |
| Phone: | (423) 752-9198 |
Public House
| For the past ten years, Public House has offered customers a comfortable gathering place to enjoy dishes made from trusted ingredients and cocktails that are as vibrant as Chattanooga itself. Like our space in Warehouse House Row, we balance the old and the new, the familiar and the unexpected. | |
| Location: | 1110 Market St. Chattanooga, TN 37402 |
| Phone: | 423.266.3366 |