50 Best American Restaurants in Chattanooga

“A brunch all day restaurant is the perfect addition to the southside. I walk here, but there is a nice free parking lot adjacent. The bagels are the real deal, the tots are delicious, great options for everyone. I have loved everything I’ve tried. So far, my favorites: the French toast, the avocado toast with egg, and I love their thin crust pizza. Drinks, coffee drinks, great service - all the things that make me happy!“

“The food was exceptional but the experience was top notch bc of our server Ray. She was very friendly, very knowledgeable of the food, went above and beyond for us and her fellow servers to help when things got busy. Best service we’ve had in a long time. Overall, one of my favorite spots we have eaten at in Chattanooga. Highly recommend and ask for Ray!“

“We visited the area for the first time since this gem opened. We had such an enjoyable experience and meal at the chef’s counter Friday night that we sat there again for Sunday brunch. We really enjoyed the staff and how committed and excited they are to put really great food out of the kitchen. We will definitely come back when we visit the area!“

“Everyone was very friendly and food was excellent.“

“Very dog friendly! Love the patio! Great drinks and fantastic food!“

“Food and service were amazing, as always. We were shocked to have to now pay for parking!! A $300 dinner and we have to pay for parking! We were told by the staff they have to pay for parking as well! And don’t the owners also own the parking lot? Possibly this isn’t the best policy!“

“The atmosphere is wonderful, but the food is definitely the highlight!! Everything we had was exceptional!! We'll definitely be back!! I'm looking forward to trying everything on the menu!!“

“I was in town for the 2024 tow show this weekend..ate here twice. Both times were phenomenal and the bartenders were friendly and attentive! I definitely recommend!“

“Awesome food, service, atmosphere! A hidden gem.“

“My new breakfast spot..... Much better than Waffle House, leagues above McDonald's. This is only my third morning eating here, my server Chris alreday knows how I like my coffe and he's kind and courteous, a real professional.....Thanks!“

“Good food, friendly service“

“Stopped for lunch as we passed through on vacation. Great food, friendly staff, kids liked the music and decor! Will definitely be stopping again the next time we're in town.“

“Wonderful service, atmosphere, and food!!! highly recommend!!!“

“We had dinner at Nic and Norman's on Friday night. December 9th. Food and drinks were great. Service was good. Some wonderful person paid our tab. We thank you so much.“

“This was not my first time at Firebirds but it was the best time. Made a reservation through OpenTable, and had zero wait to sit down. Our server, Vanessa, was fast and attentive with everything. She even was amazing at accommodating my picky aunt who ended up getting three sides instead of an actual entree. The food was amazing, the service was even better. If you are lucky enough to get Vanessa you’ll have a great time.“

“Great dinner tonight! Carson went over and beyond and then some waiting on us! Never had a better waiter than Carson tonight in all my years of dining. Prompt service, filling glasses before asked, asking every detail to make sure everything was perfect! Unreal and exceptional service! Thank you Carson! Hope this goes to and above your manager plus corporate too! You need to be congratulated on your talents! Thanks again!“

“Today my mom and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at Southern Star. We both had your food bar, and it was filled with healthy as well as good, old fashioned comfort food. My husband loves chicken and dressing, your special today, as well as cornbread, so I bought him a portion to go. When I got home, I warmed it up for him, and of course, he loved it too! I was glad that I grabbed some of your baked goods, and so far, we have devoured the HUGE ginger snap cookie!!! It takes me back…thank you all for being so kind and attentive, especially Donna and another sweet lady but I failed to get her name. Thank you all for this great experience!“

“We had an out of the blue date night last night. My mom came over and we asked to go to dinner with no idea where to go. We decided to give Lakshore Grille a try and WOWWWWW. We were so happy with our decision to come there. We will be back over and over again. The food was some of the best we have had and the entire service staff was so friendly. The cocktails were also yum. You definitely get your monies worth. It seems like a great place to work and a wonderful atmosphere. We can't wait to go back. Great job!“

“The food is so fresh and delicious. Great healthy option. Wish they didn’t have such limited dine in hours but love this place“

“Holy crap. We only came to Chattanooga for my daughter's graduation and stopped here for lunch because it was near the venue, but this place... BEST BURGERS I've ever eaten! The staff were all super friendly and they even made a delayed to-go order so I could take a fresh lunch back to my kiddo when she got out of her practice. The aesthetic of the place was wonderful and people from all walks of life gathered there as if they, too, knew about the magic in the food. 12/10 will absolutely come back on my next visit to Chattanooga.“

“Victoria Rose is an excellent server. She has a great personality and strives to provide a great dining experience.“

“Love this place! They are fast and friendly and it doesn't matter what I order that day-I am never disappointed!“

“friendly staff and quiet environment Great food“

“Dinner was wonderful and they made it very special. Our server was amazing. We got to try new food that was spectacular. The server recommended so many good items from the menu. We will certainly be back for more!“

“We went there for our Anniversary dinner tonight. The food was exceptional. Our server Jonathan was very friendly, knowledgable about the menu. He was also great at making sure our dinner needs were met. All the staff checked on all guests also. I would highly recommend this restuarant.“

“Excellent restaurant, great food and wide variety, friendly staff with quick service. Cheddars is my favorite go to place to eat“

“Love the food and atmosphere. It’s like coming home to grandma‘s house and having a big hug. However, I hate the changes in the newly remodeled restaurants I have been in also, the side/vegetable portions have become so small they often look more like a child’s portion, leaving me having to order more or add on a child’s plate of vegetables. Oh yes, in the bathrooms are universally, dirty, smelly, and disgusting no matter how far or near I travel. I should know I eat 2 to 3 times a week at Cracker Barrel.“

“Service was fantastic! Great food and a very nice atmosphere.“

“Delicious food , great coffee ☕️“

“Nolagirl’s Gumbo prepared the food for a party I had last night and it was nothing short of amazing! Not only that, the personalized service provided to help me ensure my event went off flawlessly was exceptional. I highly recommend!“

“I'm from Huntsville al if you would open a franchise there it WOULD BE VERY SUCCESSFUL!! nothing there get near the quality and taste of your food so far look into it it would be worth it Huntsville alot bigger then chattanooga and growing quickly“

“Very friendly atmosphere, I ordered the CT skillet Hash and was blown away with the food and friendly customer service. Highly recommend and will come again.“

“A True Chattanooga Staple

The Chattanooga Billard Club is everything you want in a classic bar and more. This place has serious character — housed in a historic building with a chill, laid-back vibe that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time (in the best way).

The food is classic bar fare done right — satisfying, flavorful, and available late (kitchen’s open until 1:30am!). The whiskey selection is solid, and their Old Fashioneds are on point. Whether you're a local or just visiting, you owe it to yourself to eat and drink here.

What really makes the place shine is the bartender — super attentive and genuinely welcoming. It’s rare to find service this good anymore.

Bonus: drinks flow until 2:45am, and yes — smoking inside is welcome, which adds to the old-school lounge feel.

Absolutely love this spot and will 100% be back. Eat, drink, and smoke here.“

“Great place been many times well worth the money which isn’t much. Highly recommend do your self a favor and stop in. If your in to trains you’ll love this place. Convenient location. Right time of year right up the road you can see row teams. If your in to breakfast try the break man.“

“Wonderful atmosphere, servers and food: can’t go wrong 😊✅“

“Incredible dinner last night at Wooden City, had a group of 7 and everything was perfect - food, service, drinks, atmosphere. It was slammed busy on a Saturday night but zero hiccups with food or service. Perfect location, can’t wait to go back.“

“I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Marriott hotel due to a winter storm that prevented me from commuting to work. The hotel's management kindly provided accommodations to ensure my safety. When my car battery died on the last evening, the front desk staff, including Katie, were extremely helpful and notified Jordan, who assisted me in jump-starting my vehicle despite the freezing temperatures. I am deeply grateful for the exceptional customer service displayed by the staff, who truly embody the spirit of hospitality. Although my stay was brief and work-related, I was impressed by the hotel's amenities and my comfortable room. If I find myself in Chattanooga, TN, in the future, I would certainly choose to stay at this Marriott property again. The staff's dedication to providing outstanding service is what sets this hotel apart. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Katie and Jordan for their kindness and assistance.“

“I really enjoyed 212 Market Restaurant the food there was magnificent and the soup was great as well“

“We love Ankar’s Hoagies. The BEST onion rings! The sandwiches and steak in a sack are great too. Take the time and dine in. That’s part of the experience! I’ve been eating here for years. My parents loved it too. There’s not many places like this left around town.“

“Had a great meal and great service. Would go there again!“

“Great food and great service❣️“

“I love these burgers so well and make it here so infrequently that I bought 3 cheese burgers with every thing and they reheated very well over the next 2 days. Impressive! And I had forgotten how good their fries. Next time I will order 3 of those too.“

“The staff are great and so friendly. We so enjoyed our meal, food was great.“

“Good food, quick service, busy but not overwhelming, and overall a good experience.🍖“

“I really love this huddle house in like the way the ladies greet you as you walk in and we sat down suki was very nice and got our order very quickly and I liked it because she repeated our order back to us just to make sure it was correct and the cook i believe her name was Hannah she did a great job on our food and I had to use the restroom and it was very clean I will definitely be back at this huddle house we had a great experience thank you to employees they did a fantastic job.“

“We had a awesome time out on our date night“

“We were very impressed with Public House. It was crowded and we were sat at the bar on a long bench with two top tables so it was cozy. Now that I think of it, I feel like when I made the reservation it asked if you wanted bar or outside...but didn't ask if you wanted the restaurant. I would have preferred the restaurant. That being said, the noise level was as you would expect in a bar but not too bad. The salad was really good and really large. We could have split it. We tried the devil eggs and they were tasty and creamy. After those two, I was full, but still had two small plates to eat...chicken livers and beets. The chicken livers were the best I've had out. (I know, they're not for everyone!) I'd order them again if there weren't so may scrumptious items on the menu! The leftovers did heat up well in the air fryer :) And the roasted beets and goat cheese were perfection. My husband had the flounder special and said it was excellent. We would definitely go back.“

“We were in the area and all the reviews recommended you guys. We had the fried green tomatoes, salmon and short ribs. Everything was excellent including the drinks. We will definitely be back when we are in the area again.“

“Acropolis just catered my daughters wedding and the food was out of this world! They did the food for dinner and the desserts. There was plenty of food. They worked great with dietary issues that people had. I would give them a 5 out of 5!“

“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!!!“