24 Best Cafes in Chattanooga

“Great baked goods, wonderful sandwiches and great lunch specials!“

“Omgoodness this is a wonderful 100% vegan restaurant. The brunch Sunday was amazing. A friend suggested this to us and we're so glad she did. We had the 2 tofu scramble tacos with a side salad and a cup of fruit. We shared it cause we were going to a friend's house and just needed something to tide us over. I'm glad we shared it cause it would have filled me up. Can't wait to be back in Chattanooga again.“

“We love Marshas Backstreet Cafe! What isn't to love about a family owned and operated business! With amazing food at that!“

“Mary’s plate lunches are the best! No cans in her kitchen. Homemade desserts are delicious. And the grill is manned by Christopher and they will melt in your mouth YUMBO! The staff is attentive to your needs and they love the customers. No wonder they have been and stayed in business since 1918. Family owned and now run by the 4th generation. I’ve even seen the 5th and 6th generation helping when they are “in the weeds”. You owe it to yourself to eat there.“

“Yummy smoothies and street corn !! The girl was very nice too that made it !“

“Rachel is the best. She is bound and determined she will find a drink you’ll like and make it for you! The shop is cute and the service is A1. Couldn’t ask for better service and atmosphere! If you haven’t been yet, quit wasting your time and go and see Rachel and get that drink!“

“What a terrific organization and powerful mission. I am so glad to have had the opportunity to learn more about your programs.“

“Another fab, fully-vegan gem in Chatt! I ordered the Beet Salad, and hubs ordered the Smothered Burrito. Both were delicious! We also got a “Health Cookie” that does not have oil in it! We have not eaten it yet, but, I am sure it is yummy! If not, I’ll report back. 😉 The staff was super-friendly! Highly recommended this place!“

“We both had the Lone Star Brisket Hash and it was amazing…..all my fav ingredients.!!🧡“

“Ate here after a tour through Ruby falls.Was a nice day so we sat out on the patio to enjoy the view.The food was great. I had a grilled cheese and tomato soup that hit the spot with the little bit of cool breeze in the air.My kids ate everything on their plate which is saying something.Like others stated, not really a service place, order on kiosk and wait for your name to be called then you buss your tray after you are done. What else do you need.Price was a little much but its a tourist spot, its to be expected. At least the food was worth the price.“

“OMG!! we usually go to hixon. so glad we chose diff! hands down better we will be taking this our fav. service personality of staff especially our waitress JADE knowledgeable and all around a great server!! I also left review on Trip advisor! I hope this place leaves you blessed if u stop we sure we're!!!“

“My husband I visited a couple weeks ago and were blown away by the food! My brother-in-law is local and took us to all the best restaurants in Chattanooga, and Milk and Honey was our fav! I’m still dreaming about the Hodgepodge Hash and wishing you had a location in Charlotte! Can’t wait to come back!“

“soooo good! I'm a traveling musician and it's always hard to find good vegan grub on the road but dang this spot was worth the pit stop for sure! I had the fish sandwich and carrot salad and i got one of evey desert they had just ya know.... for the road 😏. 10/10 ...that brownie set a whole new bar. My only complaint is that i wish yall were closer to Nashville ❤️🤘“

“We ordered a German chocolate cake for my dads birthday and it was phenomenal! One of the best cakes we've ever had 😋“

“Daelynn was our server and she was AMAZING!! So were the lemon ricotta pancakes! I love the incredible fall menu and the super friendly staff.“

“Tried the Double Dosta on recommendation it was delicious great on house made iced coffee. Had the Bowser bagel sandwich with bacon also delicious“

“come and check us out. we offer a variety of foods. turnip greens cabbage yams mac and cheese candy yams pinto beans baked beans coleslaw potato salad fried ring tomatoes fried okra and french fries now meats. we have whiting fish catfish and ocean perch, hamburgers, jumbo, hot franks, hot dogs, fried pork chops, fried chicken, barbecue ribs, beef shoulder and Boston butt he had whiting fish sandwiches two for $10 every day“

“magic mango smoothie with extra mangoes“

“I ordered from my mobile app and forgot to ask for no horseradish. I called in and the manager said he would get it changed... I got my order... it wasn’t changed... BUT still delicious so I didn’t mind :) .. about 20 minutes after I finished eating I got a call from Panera saying they were sorry they didn’t get my order right and they were going to send it to me correctly... I said it’s fine but they insisted... the 2nd time was a delicious as the first time! Great customer service Panera! Thank you!“

“I came in August 8th in need of a pick me up, both mentally physically. I left sufficiently caffeinated and with a smile on my face. All thanks to the baristas; A young woman with a nose ring and the best laugh I've ever heard and a young man wi/h braids who can carry on a sensible conversation with anyone about nearly anything! The iced mocha latte takes an equal share in making my day!“

“I've been a regular here since I moved to Southside in 2018. I have to admit I was a bit sad they got rid of happy hour from 3-5pm during the week but I can see how the hours were slower then. Anyways, I wanted to give a huge shout out to ALL of the staff who always take care of me. But this past Sunday March 16th, Emma was the best ever and took my annoying order (I stock up on coffees for the week since I can't come before they close anymore LOL) shortly before closing time! I called to make sure she'd be okay with that and she was amazing! The rest of the staff is always so great and wonderful too. I love everyone who works there! It's great to see this business has grown with different locations (I've been to the Northshore location a few times) but Southside's location will always be my go to!!! Thank you for amazing coffee! I also LOVE the customer card where you get a free coffee after 10 coffee purchases, it's the best loyalty program!!!

Side note: I've gotten their Trap sandwich before and their chocolate chip cookies before.....and their giant cinnamon rolls featured on Cheap Eats all those years ago....all delicious!!!!“

“We had lunch yesterday at the Gunbarrel Panera Bread. We had an order for four and the salads we ordered were very fresh! The self serve coffee was great too! The tables and bathrooms were clean! If you experience a wait please be patient so many of our eating establishments are overwhelmed with guests and understaffed. They need our patience. If you need to wait and order here when you are not in a hurry definitely do that! Most places have order in the app options so even if you don't see a line they may be working hard to fill orders. We will definitely eat here again soon.“

“todo buenísimo, atención, comida saludable, lugar muy agradable“

“love it here! best service in town!“