Chattanooga’s dining scene keeps growing—there are great spots for every taste. Below are some great places to check out while you’re in town.

422 E MLK Blvd. Calliope was named one of the 2025 Top 50 Restaurants in the U.S. by The New York Times. Their menu draws on the rich, diverse flavors of the Middle East—fresh ingredients and contemporary takes on Levantine dishes make each plate vibrant and memorable.

526 E MLK Blvd. Champy’s serves Mississippi Delta–style fried chicken made from a 40-year-old family recipe—crispy, and flavorful.

26 Frazier Ave. Each batch of Clumpies ice cream is made by hand with only the finest ingredients that can be found.

205 Manufactures Rd. Highly rated Nashville-style BBQ with Southern oak-smoked meats—don’t miss the brisket, pulled pork, and smoked chicken; casual, family-friendly spot perfect for comfort-food cravings.

1501 Long St. Craft brewery and crispy, cheesy throwback to the old-school tavern pies of the Northeast.

1251 Market St. Unassuming restaurant specializing in breakfast staples & lunch sandwiches.

2 Cherokee Blvd. Most authentic Mexican establishment. With made-from-scratch food and craft cocktails.

216 W. 8th St. Upscale bistro serving American cuisine with a French twist. Menu highlights fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, and seasonal specialties.

204 High St. This cozy European‑style café serves house‑roasted coffees from Rembrandt’s Roasting Company, artisan breads from Bluff View Bakery, and fresh cakes and hand‑made pastries from Rembrandt’s Pastry Kitchen. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner with sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and more.

301 E. Main St. Made-from-scratch Latin-inspired cuisine with Peruvian ceviche and wood-fired Argentine grills. Fresh seafood, grilled meats, and vibrant small plates are paired with craft cocktails in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

212 High t. Serves classic Italian cuisine using hand-made pastas, fresh sauces and herbs and artisan hearth breads from nearby Bluff View Bakery.

330 Frazier Ave. Voted as BEST SUSHI for the past consecutive six- years! Locally owned and operated, serving the finest sushi-grade fish, with some sourced directly from Japan.