Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Chattanooga / Cleveland

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Primo

5.0

5 (184)

$30 and under

Italian

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Primo, which opened in the spring of 2014, is restaurateur Nathan Lindley’s tribute to his own North Chattanooga neighborhood, presented as a classic American-Italian neighborhood restaurant. Taking its culinary direction from the traditional Italian restaurants of the Northeast, Primo celebrates the rich and comforting dishes that were inspired by Italian cooking and influenced by American prosperity.
As a casual neighborhood bar and restaurant, Primo does not accept reservations for a specific time. A limited number of guests may guarantee a waiting table at the 5:00 opening each night. Also, throughout the night guests may call ahead to the restaurant at 423.602.5555 to be added to the waiting list. The dedicated staff and lively communal environment make for a short and enjoyable wait. Come see us soon.

Top review

Melissa

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

We stop here every year on our trip to Chattanooga. Delicious, fresh food with wonderful service. We always get the 5:00 reservations (the only time reservations are accepted, all other times are walk in and wait until a table is ready) then go see the lights at Rock City.

Company Chattanooga

4.9

4.9 (81)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Come see us for our new seasonal shareable menu, featuring wagyu sliders, hummus stuffed endives, and warm pimento cheese dip just to name a few.

Join us in Chattanooga's only true Speakeasy for Classic & Modern Craft Cocktails, accented by an exceptional Food Menu. Come discover us behind our hidden entrance in the Kinley Hotel.

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Bill

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

Popped in on Thanksgiving and were treated to a fantastic experience. Oooh, that Black Manhattan that they make is north of superb. Excellent service, of course, also. Very fun entrance door. You’ll see. 😉

Massey's Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (288)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Lookout Mountain

About the restaurant

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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Rebecca

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food!!! Excellent service! We would go back in a heartbeat if we lived in the area or if we ever travel back through here.

Amada Tapas

4.8

4.8 (305)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Amada is a tapas and wine bar on the southside of downtown Chattanooga. "Amada" is a female name of Spanish origin meaning beloved/loveable woman. We serve traditional Spanish plates that honor the seasonal, local ingredients of the area while celebrating southern simplicity and hospitality.
Our Mission: Do right and exceed expectations.
At Amada, we lead by putting people first. We strive to provide the best possible dining experience for our patrons while showcasing Spanish dishes, wines, and techniques. Amada's beverage menu displays signature sangrias and cocktails, a Spanish forward wine list, and local beers on tap!

Amada hosts a perfect dining experience for celebrations, date night, or just a fun night out of the house! We look forward to serving you. Cheers!

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Mara

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious! The flavors were amazing. Loved the crab special with the most amazing sauce. Order the golden beets for a fresh and light side. The strip with chimichurri was fantastic as well. Highly recommend!

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4.8

4.8 (1310)

$30 and under

Italian

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

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!

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TerrieC

Dined 5 days ago

The food was delicious and the service was equally as good!

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Public House - Chattanooga

4.8

4.8 (2775)

$30 and under

American

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

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

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Randy

Dined 3 days ago

Service and food excellent as always ! Public house is always our go-to for something special. We had a party of six. Pot roast, salmon, quinoa salad, pimento cheese/pickles, Creme brûlée and cheesecake. Not a bite left.

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Semi-Private Dining Room - Oak Room

Genesis House of Tea

4.8

4.8 (326)

$31 to $50

American

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

The Genesis House of Tea is more than just a Tea House that provides excellent service,
delicious foods and tasteful teas. The Genesis House of tea is a restaurant and venue space that is perfect to host private birthday parties, bridal showers and corporate events, just to name a few. We are a Non-profit organization that carries a heart to serve our community and restore beau(tea), digni(tea) and identi(tea) to those in need.

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Doris

Dined 7 days ago

Everything was wonderful. The staff is very friendly and very accommodating. It was my second Christmas Tea with my daughter inlaw and my granddaughters. We all had a lovely time.

Hennen's

4.7

4.7 (3808)

$31 to $50

Steak

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Cole

Dined 2 days ago

I would note that the staff is excellent, which is probably the best thing Hennen's has to offer. There is no endless swarm of managers at Hennen's, as their waiters and waitresses know precisely what they are doing at all times. Essentially, whoever is training staff here might deserve a gold star. The food was delicious, yet I was slightly disappointed with the size of the Flounder serving, but it was still tasty. There is also a slight caution to the end of the NY Strip cuts as they can have an overwhelming flavor in those pieces of fat, which could catch people off guard.

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Petit Filet Mignon Oscar

Honey Seed

4.7

4.7 (74)

$30 and under

American

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

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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Michelle

Dined 6 days ago

Great staff! Great food! Came with a party of 8 and they took great care of us!

Malone's - Chattanooga

4.7

4.7 (251)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Chattanooga

About the restaurant

Malone’s is a storied steakhouse restaurant fit for more than just your typical steakhouse occasions. At Malone's we have a rich history of catering to the desires of our guests, combining steakhouse favorites with bold new flavors in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We aren’t steakhouse purists; we offer something for everyone and every occasion. Whether you want a premium steak or salad and sushi, we’re here to serve you.

Harry’s year-round patio creates a refreshingly light and airy atmosphere that doesn’t take itself too seriously. You can order from Harry’s menu of elevated bar favorites or take it up a notch and order steakhouse classics directly from Malone’s kitchen. Harry’s was crafted for those who love to socialize, providing a place to escape the everyday and gather for a casual lunch, happy hour, or date night.

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Mark

Dined 5 days ago

Food was great, service was excellent. We had a great time and will go back.

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