50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Chattanooga

“We came to Chattanooga for a weekend trip and my husband found this place on google and we were not disappointed! Everything we had was amazing! Their menus had lots of choices to fit anything you have the taste for, and their cocktail picture book was awesome! I had the Pixy Stick cocktail and it was one of the best drinks I’ve ever had. We splurged and got the A5 Wagyu appetizer and it was hands down the best steak we’ve ever tried. For our meals, my husband got the blue crab linguine and I had the cheeseburger with street corn as the side, both were amazing! Our waitress, Melanie was so sweet and made our first time there a great one! We weren’t going to do dessert but she insisted we pick one as complimentary so we picked the Moonpie Martini and it was delicious! I’ve already told my husband that I want to come back in April for our anniversary because it was that good!“

“The ambiance is warm without trying too hard, a careful blend of rustic authenticity and modern polish. Exposed brick walls and wood accents create a sense of coziness, while subtle industrial elements give the space a contemporary edge. Lighting is perfectly tuned—dim enough to feel intimate, yet bright enough to spotlight the visual splendor of each dish that leaves the open kitchen. The faint aroma of wood smoke greets you immediately, promising that something special awaits.“

“Great atmosphere, beautiful restaraunt, & amazing staff. So glad we got reservations here when visiting from Knox. The food & cocktails are phenomenal! Very grateful for the experience“

“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.“

“Amazing customer service Audrey and Andrew welcomed us like family and we will definitely be back, especially for pizza and trivia with the kids!!“

“I always have great service Chasity is a wonderful waitress and the food is delicious.👍🏻👍🏻“

“Awesome vegan menu and prices are as reasonable as it gets. The BBQ Jackfruit Nachos are FIRE! 👍👍👍👍👍“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Late lunch here and the food was fantastic! Hubby and I both had the Puckett’s BBQ-brisket for me and pork for him. Very tender meat and delicious side-smoked baked beans and potato salad. Friendly server who checked on us regularly. Definitely recommend“

“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.“

“Did a tour and tasting this weekend. Our guide, Ethan was amazing, fun and informative. Not a huge bourbon fan, so I was very happy that they included their Old Fashioned with the tasting. Trinity and Caleb were helpful at the bar, answering questions and serving. Would definitely recommend this if you are visiting Chattanooga.“

“we had the bacon and spinach quiche and cut rave enough about how good it was! also, Louie is a keeper!!“

“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!“

“This is hands down the best restaurant we have ever ate at!! Been here three times this week and we are going back tonight to eat one more time before we leave hopefully Julius is working when we get there cause he was the best waiter I have ever had!“

“Simply delicious, especially considering I had a healthy option, namely the Protein Scramble. They were nice enough to accommodate my request for 1 whole egg and 2 egg whites in the scramble. The addition of the goat cheese is not one I would have thought of, but a welcome addition nonetheless. Added bonus is that the coffee here is more than decent.“

“The best vegan meal! Thank you for making us a delicious lunch on our way home from the Smokies! My gut and body needed that💝“

“Hands down the most fantastic meal I have had ALL YEAR; how did I not know about this gem before?! Come for the pupusas- stay for the world’s most amazing guacamole, some magical mango hot sauce, empanadas, and the PACOS!!!! Five star food, and service. Seriously, come eat, ASAP. Tell your friends.“

“Grungy vegan spot with amazing food that feels like your grandparents from the south walked out the kitchen with it after pouring love galore into it.
Highly recommend this spot! And prices are very reasonable. We got the diamonds and rust place which has their infamous seitan and it was filling, nutritious and delicious.
Also the service was so down to earth and excellent.“

“Philly Reuben is AMAZING! A must for those who haven't eaten there. The sandwiches are huge and absolutely delicious! A+++“

“VickyT was awesome !!!!!!“

“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!“

“Great service, wonderful food, and very friendly staff!“

“If you love a great Philly Cheesesteak and hot fries, then this the place for you!!! The food is excellent, and the service is top notch!!!!“

“best venue in Chattanooga. Great vibes, great food and drinks, and wonderful staff!“

“Eat here! Fabulous food! Great staff that was friendly, kind and attentive. They were happy to have us. Calzone and pizza are great. The pizza crust was the best I have ever had!“

“Love Docs! Great food, great staff, great atmosphere!“

“Really one of the best in Chattanooga. Not only is the food phenomenal, the staff is really what sets it apart from the rest. Everyone we encountered could not be nicer and more attentive. It is now in my regular rotation.“

“Good food and good service and a family friendly staff.“

“We moved to Tennessee 2 years ago from NJ, we love it here. our search started for NJ, NY style pizza. And Today we found it at Southside Pizza, we ordered 2 slices to eat in, one bite and I knew I had to order a 20 inch pie to take home. although it takes 40+ minutes to get there, this will now be our pizza place ! Excellent service and very friendly staff. I'd give this pizza a 9.5, great crispy thin crust, sauce very good not too sweet,and the sausage has a nice spice to it !! thank you for a great pie, Dean and Donna“

“Stopped in at oddstory when headed back to Mississippi and we were well taken care of by Nick! Large selection of great beers to try and the food was amazing. Nick made our experience awesome and we will certainly be back the next time we are in the area!“

“My son and daughter in law and I ate at Hello Monty last night. The atmosphere was very nice and the host was great. Our waitress was outstanding. She took care of us the whole time we were there. The food was excellent. We had fish, rip eye and salmon. The rib eye and mashed potatoes was excellent vi would highly recommend eating here“

“Really welcoming atmosphere with really great staff. The food and drinks were so good! We can’t wait to come back!“

“My family and I dined this evening and it was absolutely incredible! The best Italian in all of Chattanooga for sure!! Quick friendly service and we had no wait to be seated!! The bread is phenomenal!“

“Another business set up by criminal illegals that shouldnt be in our city state or country.This business is involved in human trafficking of criminal invaders,into our town.The need to be looked into“

“I had the veggie sandwich and the maple bacon brussel sprouts back in 2021 and I remembered how good it was to come back here in 2024 and order the exact same thing. Still amazing! And Brian is a great server.“

“Awesome as always! Maria and Tito are the ultimate hosts. They’re from Jalisco province...so this is authentic food. Tequila comes from there about too. Enjoy it all....“

“Mine and Peanut's favorite place to go!“

“Great food. Super friendly staff.“

“We came in and there was a 40 minute wait, however the sweet girl offered us a spot at the bar and we took it because we needed coffee bad. 😃 We were served immediately and placed our order. The food was delicious but the people were amazing. Mattson and Emily took excellent care of us and we thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with them about things to do in the area. If you are offered a seat at the bar take it! 10/10 recommend! To the manager, I hope you know you have a great staff, which is rare these days. We had just left another restaurant (A.F.) because the guy behind the bar was so rude to us and our server. We walked out of there and into “Milk and Honey”. Thank you Mattson and Emily!“

“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!“

“Fast service, good drinks and great food.“

“This place was great! My family of 5 adults and 2 toddlers came in after going to the Aquarium across the street and needed a place for dessert with something for everyone. Ice cream, edible cookie dough, and coffee…….great variety if you are looking for a quick dessert fix.“

“Grindhead Coffee – Chattanooga, TN

Grindhead Coffee is an easy standout in Chattanooga. Even during the day, the theming is awesome and full of character, with a clear nautical influence that makes the space feel creative and intentional without being over the top.

One of the coolest touches is the **custom tabletop games**. They’re a fun, unique addition that gives you something to engage with while you hang out, and it really sets Grindhead apart from a typical coffee shop.

The **merch is legitimately cool**—well-designed and clearly thought out, not just generic logo items.

Most importantly, the **coffee is good**. The drinks are well-crafted and flavorful, with nautical-themed names that tie into the overall concept nicely.

Overall, Grindhead Coffee feels original, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed. A great stop whether you’re passing through or looking for a place to slow down and enjoy a solid cup of coffee. ☕️ ⚓️ 🔱“

“One amazing experience after another!!“

“Drive thru is fast and convenient. Love the flavor of the pork.“

“I just finished the spicy bbq, cole slaw, and baked beans. It was fantastic! There's a pretty blonde waitress there too! She is pretty cool! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“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!“