25 Essential Chattanooga Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Chattanooga.
Mr. T's Pizza & Ice Cream
Tennessee
Unassuming spot serving pizzas made with housemade dough & sauce, sundaes & cones.
Harry's American Bar & Grill
Tennessee
Prime cuts & a bottomless-salad deal, plus gluten-free options, mark this informal steakhouse chain.
Il Primo Northshore
Tennessee
Airy kitchen serving simple Italian pastas & mains such as chicken piccata, plus wine & cocktails.
Lupi's Pizza Pies
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Local chain serving hand-tossed pizzas, lasagna & calzones in a casual, quirky space.
Champy's
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Fried chicken is the draw at this country-hip Southern eatery with live music & a long beer list.
Taqueria Jalisco Ania
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Unique, homey nook fixing up tacos, quesadillas & other Mexican classics, plus aguas frescas.
P.F. Chang's
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.
Bonefish Grill
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
River Street Deli
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Counter-serve nook with New York–style sandwiches, sides & desserts in comfy, local-art-filled digs.
Uncle Larry's
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Conga Latin Food
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Pupusas, ceviche & other familiar Latin American dishes are dispensed in a hip, art-filled setting.
Sugar's Ribs
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Barbecued meats & simple sides in a casual setting with indoor & outdoor seating.
Merv’s
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Miller's Ale House
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Casual sports-pub chain with basics from bar snacks to steaks & a large selection of tap beers.
Jet's Pizza
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
First Watch
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
MolkaXete Mexican Restaurant
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Tacos, fajitas & an extensive array of Mexican entrees are served at this casual, colorful eatery.
First Watch
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
City Cafe Diner
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Old-school 24/7 diner serving hearty portions of American fare, all-day breakfast & desserts.
Community Pie
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Hip pub with vintage decor serving Neapolitan & New York-style pizza, craft beers & homemade gelati.
City Cafe Diner
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Old-school 24/7 diner serving hearty portions of American fare, all-day breakfast & desserts.
Newk's Eatery
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
The Hummus Bowl
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Hennen's
Chattanooga, Tennessee
American steak & seafood restaurant with an extensive wine list set in a sleek, romantic space.