Best Casual Restaurants in Chattanooga

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Public House - Chattanooga

4.8

Exceptional(2790)

Price: Moderate

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 10 times today

Several years ago, I decided that my future in the restaurant business would most likely not remain in the realm of fine dining and gourmands, but would rather lean towards the style of restaurant that I found myself frequenting most often - places that provided consistency and quality at a price that was fair for the quality of the food and experience. Public House plays to the comforts of good, solid food, while applying the principles of premium food products to a more casual setting. You will find all the fish is delivered from Foley’s in Boston, high quality steaks and a rotating selection of vegetable sides that are true to the region and season. You’ll also find a really good hamburger and fish sandwich, along with fun snacks and small plates that pair well with cocktails, beer and wine. Welcome,Nathan Lindley

2. Forge

4.1

Excellent(179)

Price: Moderate

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 1 time today

FORGE, located at The Chattanoogan Hotel - Curio Collection by Hilton, offers Progressive American Cuisine with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. Our menu brings family, friends, and colleagues together, fostering great conversation and memorable experiences. In addition to our main dining area, we offer an elegant private dining room for up to 25 guests, featuring a 65-inch TV for presentations via HDMI. Enjoy live jazz music and $10 wine flights every Friday night from 6 PM to 9 PM, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Whether for a business event or celebration, we create experiences that keep guests coming back.Stills + Mash, our curated bourbon bar features craft and local beers, signature cocktails, a robust wine program and curated specialty drinks. Full dinner menu available along with shareable plates and handhelds, all waiting for you.

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3. STIR - Chattanooga

4.6

Exceptional(2242)

Price: Expensive

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 25 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters, enjoy a night out, or meet for lunch. Located in the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo complex, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Great food starts with fresh, local ingredients. Our kitchen prepares everything from scratch, and our signature raw bar is stocked with fresh oysters and seasonal seafood.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Chattanooga to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of

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4. Nic & Norman's - Chattanooga

4.5

Awesome(960)

Price: Moderate

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 6 times today

After the growth and love we felt in our Senoia location, we knew it was time to expand. Our passion for creating special moments has adopted a passion for taking old iconic buildings and turning them into one of a kind, unique places to create those moments in. Chattanooga is no exception. We've taken this space at the Choo Choo and kept it as authentic as we could while adding our Nic & Norman's story throughout. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

5. Elsie's Daughter

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4.3

Awesome(38)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Chattanooga

Booked 17 times today

Discover Elsie’s Daughter at The Hotel Chalet at the Chattanooga Choo Choo—where history meets modern charm. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, indulgent dishes, and a cozy-chic atmosphere with indoor and outdoor dining options. For Groups:Parties of 6 or more will receive a single check, which can be split evenly across up to 5 payments.For reservations larger than 6, please email us at hello@elsiesdaughters.com.Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome. The bar top is reserved for guests 21+, while the patio warmly welcomes families and children.

6. Hennen's

4.7

Exceptional(3838)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Chattanooga

Booked 26 times today

Hennen's is an upscale yet casual restaurant specializing in fresh seafood and certified Angus steaks, using the freshest local ingredients available... Hennen's is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, next to the Tennessee Aquarium, IMAX Theater & within walking distance of several area hotels. An elegant ambiance is centered around the 2,400 bottle wine cellar located in the middle of the main dining area. Hennen's also features a full bar, patio dining and dedicated private dining room.

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7. State of Confusion

4.7

Exceptional(688)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Chattanooga

Booked 11 times today

State of Confusion features authentic dishes from Latin America, New Orleans, and the Carolina Lowcountry. We serve lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with takeout and delivery available. Multiple indoor and heated outdoor hangout areas offer you and your groups a variety of options for dining in and special events.

8. Honey Seed

4.7

Exceptional(81)

Price: Moderate

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 11 times today

Honey Seed specializes in hand-rolled Montreal-style bagels and woodfired pizza. We are fresh, made from scratch and local. We are open 7am to 9pm daily.Honey Seed also has a full brunch menu, salads, paninis, pizza starting at 12pm and burgers for dinner.

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9. Puckett's Chattanooga

4.5

Awesome(312)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Chattanooga

The Puckett’s roots go way back to the 1950s, and a little grocery store in the village of Leiper’s Fork, Tenn. Ever since then, we’ve been focused on providing friends new and old with great food and Southern hospitality. When it comes down to it, Puckett’s is a community kitchen, with live pickin’ performances just a few feet from your table. Authentic comfort food—barbecue smoked slow ‘n’ low over cherry wood, the home-cooked sides, even a few upscale dishes—is what Puckett’s aims for you to remember! Our philosophy is simple: Real Food, Real People, Real Fun.

10. Massey's Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(296)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Lookout Mountain

Booked 18 times today

Massey’s Kitchen is the community gathering place for friends and family to enjoy great food and drinks. Our passion is authentic, made from scratch dishes reflected in our menu that provides housemade artisanal breads, pizzas, sandwiches and more all made with fresh ingredients.We travelled to the Mediterranean regions in search of unique offerings and experiences. Massey’s Kitchen brings the flavors and culture of the Mediterranean to our local community through our open-air spaces, authentic menu and energetic atmosphere

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Debbie
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food delicious as always. Service spot on. Very attentive. Atmosphere warm and inviting. Wait time for food perfect.
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Public House - ChattanoogaPrice: Moderate• American• Chattanooga
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East Tennessee •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The pasta dish was fantastic- great server and manager was very friendly.
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ForgePrice: Moderate• American• Chattanooga
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4.1
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Joyce
Nashville •64 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Our experience was great start to finish. We were seated promptly and Chloe our server took great care of us. We got our food quickly and it was delicious. The shrimp and grits is some of the best we’ve had anywhere, and the seared tuna salad was beautifully presented and tasted so good. Stir is our favorite place to eat in Chattanooga.
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STIR - ChattanoogaPrice: Expensive• American• Chattanooga
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4.6
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Melody
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Benjamin, at the bar, is a treasure! The soup of the week, chicken rice, was delicious. My oysters were served with a unique serrano and ginger mignonette, and the stuffed poblano was SO good! Benjamin created a unique cocktail for starters, I'm not sure he has named it yet. I also enjoyed a Corpse Reviver II. My husband was not imbibing, but he enjoyed a delicious NA cocktail called Jump in the Line.
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Elsie's DaughterPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Chattanooga
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4.3
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Alana
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Thursday night is Trivia night so a bit louder than normal. Great food and cocktails with attentive service.
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Nic & Norman's - ChattanoogaPrice: Moderate• American• Chattanooga
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4.5

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Public House - Chattanooga

2. Forge

3. STIR - Chattanooga

4. Nic & Norman's - Chattanooga

5. Elsie's Daughter

6. Hennen's

7. State of Confusion

8. Honey Seed

9. Puckett's Chattanooga

10. Massey's Kitchen

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