J. Alexander’s Restaurant

Absolutely wonderful experience the food was phenomenal all the staff were extremely attentive and amazing especially our server Carson who did a spectacular job the portions were very generous the tuna was cooked perfectly the prime rib was also cooked perfectly and such a fat piece and their aptly named best chocolate cake really was the best it's definitely a pricier menu but it's worth it 5 out of 5 recommend this place every time

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carrot cake for the win

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I know it's a chain, but J. Alexander's just does everything the right way. I have never had a meal that wasn't equisite. The iced tea is even better than others. Try the Hyde Park with broccoli and cole slaw. Take a break from the carbs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always love coming. I prefer sitting in the bar. Great service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

⭐️ 2/5 — Wouldn’t Recommend

I’ll start by saying the staff was genuinely good friendly, attentive, and doing their best. However, the food was so lackluster that it completely overshadowed the service. For the prices they charge, I expected something memorable, or at least flavorful, but everything tasted bland and underwhelming.

Honestly, there are far better spots around the area to eat, and I left wishing I had gone anywhere else. I wouldn’t recommend this place to my worst enemy.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

Really crowded, really loud.. food is so good that it's worth it!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Cypress Salad with Grilled Chicken

I moved back to Chattanooga a year ago, I have never felt more at home and got better service than when I come to J Alexander’s. The staff (Leah, Anthony B, Jersey, Taylor, Gage, Amanda, Gordon) ask for them! The food is incredible and made from scratch! Also, if you do enjoy martinis or wine their drinks are incredible.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Third time I've been to this restaurant in the past year and had mediocre food and lousy service. All three steaks ordered by our party was under cooked. Initial round of drinks came our separately. Servers are young kids with minimal training. Always pushing to order in a hurry, last one telling us about his recent health problems. I've just about crossed this off my list for fine dining. Last two times people wearing shorts and baseball hats? I know it's tennessee but you need to draw the line somewhere on dress code.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2

When you show up you will be greeted by a smile and a very happy worker. We were seated very quickly at a busy busy time of day. Lunch time. Summer was our server. She was well put together and wonderful to speak with. She was so helpful with the menu and very knowledgeable about it. It was our 1st time and having a warming server like Summer was amazing. 5 out of 5. Will definitely come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had an amazing lunch today with the family.
Our server, Summer Johnson, was extremely attentive and friendly.
Will certainly be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This location louder than others we visit.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Absolutely one of THE best spots to gather unmongst friends / coworkers for a quick drink.

Their salmon and bread are delicious! Great wine selection too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Something’s seriously wrong here.
I’ve gotten sick multiple times after eating at this place — most recently after ordering the crab cakes. I’ve also heard from several others who’ve had the same experience: getting sick shortly after eating here. It’s become a clear pattern, and it raises serious concerns about food safety and proper storage. Until this is addressed, I strongly recommend others avoid eating here.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Everything was great and excellent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5