Il Primo Cambridge

4.9

1334 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups

Eclectic, neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Ooltewah. we take reservations for a portion of our tables, leaving much of the restaurant for guests to simply walk-in without a reservation. We take reservations by phone daily from the hours of 2:00 to 5:00 or anytime through the Ooltewah location page of www.primochattanooga.com.

Come and enjoy an authentic American-Italian inspired cuisine, complimented by a diverse selection of Italian and American wines and signature craft cocktails.

We look forward to serving you!

Additional information

Location
9436 Bradmore Ln, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Phone number
(423) 498-1300
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Orecchiette & Bolognese$15.00
Rigatoni al'Arrabbiata & Sausage$14.00
Mushroom Ravioli$18.00
Butternut Squash Risotto & Sea Scallops$19.00
Baked Penne & 4 Cheeses$14.00
Ricotta Cavatelli$17.00
Sage Brown Butter, Bacon, Autumn Vegetables
Garganelli and Shrimp Fra Diavolo$19.00
Lasagna Bolognese, Spinach Pasta$16.00

Secondi / Main Plates

each served with one side

Grilled Trout, Lemon / Thyme Stuffed & Giardiniera$21.00
Sausage and Peppers, Fennel Pollen$17.00
Chicken Picatta$14.00
Chicken Marsala$16.00
Pork Scallopini, Capers & Butter$17.00
Simply Grilled Fish
- MP
Dry Aged Simpson Farms Meatballs & Sunday Sauce$16.00
Grilled 8oz Beef Filet, Roasted Garlic*$34.00

Contorni / Sides

each side $5 / large $10

Spaghetti / Marinara
Polenta / Pecorino
Roasted Butternut Squash / Balsamic
Roasted Broccoli / Garlic / Parmesan
Spaghetti Squash
Braised Greens

Apertif / Cocktails

Limoncello$8.00
Red Sangria$6.00
Benny Wu$8.00
Basil Berry Breeze$9.00
Seasonal$9.00
Chatt Whiskey Sour$9.00
Cider Sangria$6.00
Brooklyn$9.00

Beer

Draft

Peroni$6.00
Hutton & Smith Primo Strata$7.00
Seasonal$7.00

Bottle / Can

Bud Light$3.50
Miller Lite$3.50
Michelob Ultra$3.50
Stella Artois$4.00
Bells Oberon$5.00
Argus Ciderkin$6.00
Founders All Day IPA$5.00
Bells 2 Hearted Ale$6.00
Yazoo Dos Perros$5.00
Wiseacre Stout$5.00

Italiano White

"Lot 071" Vino Frizzante Prosecco (Bubbly)
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Mia Dolcea Moscato d'Asti
- Bottle$28.00
Primaterra Sparkling Rosé (Bubbly)
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
CasaSmith Vino Rosé (Still)
- Bottle$32.00
Principato Bianco
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Cielo Pinot Grigio
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$24.00
Scarpetta Pinot Grigio
- Bottle$36.00
Andriano Floreado Sauvignon Blanc
- Bottle$39.00
Beneventano Falanghina
- Bottle$50.00
Tenuta Luisa Friulano
- Bottle$46.00
Ruffino Orvieto Classico
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Nozzole "Le Bruniche" Chardonnay
- Bottle$30.00

Americano White

Shannon Ridge Sauvignon Blanc
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc (Bubbly)
- Bottle$80.00
Boundary Break Ovid Line Riesling
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Albertoni Chardonnay
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Raeburn Chardonnay
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Stag's Leap "Hands of Time" Chardonnay
- Bottle$74.00

Italiano Red

Saliceto Lambrusco (Bubbly)
- Bottle$39.00
Anterra Merlot
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Angelin Negro Nebbiolo
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Fantini Montepulciano
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Campolietti Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
- Bottle$46.00
Flaio Primitivo
- Bottle$30.00
Aia Vecchia Toscana
- Bottle$48.00
Renzo Masi Chianti Reserva
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Villa Antinori Toscana Chianti
- Bottle$52.00
Parusso Barolo
- Bottle$92.00

Americano Red

Coppola "Votre Sante" Pinot Noir
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$34.00
Four Graces Pinot Noir
- Bottle$80.00
Duckhorn Decoy Merlot
- Bottle$54.00
Conundrum
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Grayson Cabernet
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Daniel Cohn "Bellacosa" Cabernet
- Bottle$54.00
Treana Cabernet Sauvignon
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$48.00
Venge Silencieux Cabernet
- Bottle$80.00
Jordan Cabernet
- Bottle$92.00
Silver Oak "Alexander Valley" Cabernet
- Bottle$140.00
Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet
- Bottle$180.00

Happy Hour

Monday - Friday, 4-6

All Draft Beer$4.00
1/2 Off All Glass Wine
Well Cocktails$4.00

What 1,334 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Good for special occasions
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Lively
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Primo Cambridge offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food and service" consistently praised by guests. Celebrations are enhanced with thoughtful touches like anniversary cards. The atmosphere, while lively, adds to the charm. "Amazing food" including pasta and seafood delights patrons. A favorite for locals, Il Primo is "never disappointing."

1,334 Reviews

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William
E. Tennessee19 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service as usual. Lobster risotto on Tuesday nights is the best!
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Ginger
Charleston7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food! Service was friendly and efficient. Highly recommended
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April
E. Tennessee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Everything is always delicious! Our server was very attentive and top notch The calamari was very tasty. As well as my salad of the day. My favorite was the soup of the day. Cream of broccoli cheese soup. Very rich but it truly was the best I've ever had!
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Jessica
E. Tennessee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite forever and always. Such good specials, great drinks, and the regular menu items are always so dang perfect!!
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Kimberly
E. Tennessee8 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Just not a fan of the table right inside the front door. But other than that we had a good time.
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Teddie
Atlanta6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love IL Primo! Delicious food and best lasagna anywhere. Shout out to Jeremy, our waiter, who gave us great service!
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Stephen
E. Tennessee23 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Most consistent restaurant in town. Food and service are always top shelf. A must visit when coming to Chattanooga.
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Don VIP
E. Tennessee7 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Food is always good. The service is great. Il Primo is a fun restaurant.
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Terry
Coastal Georgia6 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Food and service was good, establishment is loud and dark.
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Travis
E. Tennessee5 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience, as always. Love this location because they accept reservations.
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FAQs

Il Primo Cambridge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (423) 498-1300.

Il Primo Cambridge is rated 4.9 stars by 1334 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

9436 Bradmore Ln, Ooltewah, TN 37363

Additional information

Phone number
(423) 498-1300
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Il Primo Cambridge

Make a reservation

Additional information

Apertivo / Snacks

Olives$5.00

Arancini Telefono$7.00

Fried Ravioli$10.00

Burrata$14.00

Carpaccio*$8.00

Baked Feta & Spicy Marinara$9.00

Antipasti / Meat & Cheese

Cheese

Salumi

Insalata / Garden

Café Salad$6.00

Caesar Salad$6.00

Antipasti Salad$17.00

Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Aged Balsamic$9.00

Soup$5.00

Pasta / Grains

Orecchiette & Bolognese$15.00

Rigatoni al'Arrabbiata & Sausage$14.00

Mushroom Ravioli$18.00

Butternut Squash Risotto & Sea Scallops$19.00

Baked Penne & 4 Cheeses$14.00

Ricotta Cavatelli$17.00

Garganelli and Shrimp Fra Diavolo$19.00

Lasagna Bolognese, Spinach Pasta$16.00

Secondi / Main Plates

Grilled Trout, Lemon / Thyme Stuffed & Giardiniera$21.00

Sausage and Peppers, Fennel Pollen$17.00

Chicken Picatta$14.00

Chicken Marsala$16.00

Pork Scallopini, Capers & Butter$17.00

Simply Grilled Fish

Dry Aged Simpson Farms Meatballs & Sunday Sauce$16.00

Grilled 8oz Beef Filet, Roasted Garlic*$34.00

Contorni / Sides

Spaghetti / Marinara

Polenta / Pecorino

Roasted Butternut Squash / Balsamic

Roasted Broccoli / Garlic / Parmesan

Spaghetti Squash

Braised Greens

Apertif / Cocktails

Limoncello$8.00

Red Sangria$6.00

Benny Wu$8.00

Basil Berry Breeze$9.00

Seasonal$9.00

Chatt Whiskey Sour$9.00

Cider Sangria$6.00

Brooklyn$9.00

Beer

Draft

Peroni$6.00

Hutton & Smith Primo Strata$7.00

Seasonal$7.00

Bottle / Can

Bud Light$3.50

Miller Lite$3.50

Michelob Ultra$3.50

Stella Artois$4.00

Bells Oberon$5.00

Argus Ciderkin$6.00

Founders All Day IPA$5.00

Bells 2 Hearted Ale$6.00

Yazoo Dos Perros$5.00

Wiseacre Stout$5.00

Italiano White

"Lot 071" Vino Frizzante Prosecco (Bubbly)

Mia Dolcea Moscato d'Asti

Primaterra Sparkling Rosé (Bubbly)

CasaSmith Vino Rosé (Still)

Principato Bianco

Cielo Pinot Grigio

Scarpetta Pinot Grigio

Andriano Floreado Sauvignon Blanc

Beneventano Falanghina

Tenuta Luisa Friulano