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Forge, Chattanooga, TN

Forge

4.6
4.6
161 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for live music

FORGE, the restaurant on the lobby floor of The Chattanoogan Hotel, boasts Southern Progressive Cuisine. Executive Chef LaMont Caldwell, believes outstanding food is derived from only the best and freshest ingredients. We take pride in sourcing products daily that have integrity, flavor, and soul, ensuring we deliver only the finest offerings. We craft breakfast, brunch and dinner that bring family, friends and acquaintances around the table allowing for conversation and the enjoyment of cuisine to be savored.

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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (423) 756-3400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Allow The Chattanoogan Hotel - Curio Collection by Hilton to curate a special event in Forge.
  • Private party contact
    Sales Team: (423) 756-3400
  • Neighbourhood
    Chattanooga
  • Cross Street
    12th Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Friday Night Live Jazz & Wine Tasting

    Nov 22, 2024 only
    Join us in Forge for live jazz & wine tasting from 6:00pm-9:00pm ! Enjoy performances from Prakash Wright & friends while sipping on wines from around the world. Our in-house sommelier has carefully curated the perfect wine tasting menu for the occasion. Flights of sparkling, white and red wines available for $10. Flights include 3, 3oz pours .
    Friday Night Live Jazz & Wine Tasting photo
  • Thanksgiving Buffet

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with your family and friends at Forge Restaurant located inside The Chattanoogan Hotel . Let yourself indulge in a bountiful harvest including a roasted turkey station, prime rib carving station, honey glazed ham and more. Pricing is $65 per adult, with a special rate of $25 for kids under 12. Enhance your dining experience with specialty cocktails, wine and bourbons, available for an additional charge. Please note that tax and 18% gratuity are not included in the price. Reservations are available at 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. Don't miss this delightful culinary celebration!
    Thanksgiving Buffet photo

What 161 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Forge offers a delightful jazz and wine experience, with "excellent" live music and wine pairings. The atmosphere blends casual elegance, complemented by "attentive" service. While some dishes shine, others may not meet expectations. Ideal for jazz enthusiasts seeking a memorable evening, with standout small plates and "fantastic" food for special occasions.

161 Reviews
  1. 10IC

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The mac n cheese that Ben made is delicious don’t leave without getting some. The burger was really good. Didn’t care for the sidewinder fries. Barbie cocktail was devine!

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  2. JimM

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very tasty and service was attentive. I would recommend it.

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  3. Kimberly

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I stay at the hotel when I'm in Chattanooga. The reservation wasn't necessary. The hostess station had a sign to seat yourself. Only one server was working. She apologized for not seeing me come in and was attentive. The bar area was full of men watching football which attributed to the noise level. In the dining area there were only 4 tables of diners. I asked the server her recommendation between 2 meals. I went with the Bison salad and ordered it Medium Rare. It took a while to get my salad, probably because the meat was well done and very chewy...bison is a lean meat. I divided my salad bowl by pushing the bison to one side and eating what was left of the salad. Next time I'm back at the hotel, I won't dine at Forge.
    ForgeResponded on October 9, 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent experience at Forge. We genuinely appreciate your insights, as they help us improve. We apologize for the confusion at the hostess station and for the longer wait for your meal. It’s great to hear that our server was attentive, but we regret that your Bison salad did not meet your expectations. We’ll certainly address this with our kitchen team to ensure better quality in the future. We’re also sorry to hear that the noise level was distracting during your visit. We strive to create a comfortable atmosphere for all our guests, and your feedback will help us work on this. Your experience matters to us, and we’d love the opportunity to provide a better one on your next visit.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent wine , service and live music ! Will be returning

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  5. Beth

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I reserved a table for dinner with my beloved, as we both love jazz. The night at The Forge did not disappoint. The music, the atmosphere, casual but still elegant and charming, the food, delicious, the service, excellent and yes, we will return!

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  6. Vedia

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oh my! The food was fantastic. I went solo on a Friday night for the Jazz and Wine Tasting. Both were great. All the flights were $10. The red flight was perfect with a Cabernet, Red Blend and a Merlot. I also order the Apple cake which came to me looking like a real apple. It was a perfect portion and a great way to end the night.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great idea poorly executed. The space has very harsh lighting and the performers are hidden from most of the seating. This could be a success with a little more imagination. The wine pairings were excellent and the service was good. The ambience was far from excellent. The Jazz band was excellent.

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  8. MikeSkehan

    Dallas

    20 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall the service was good. The food was lackluster. I wouldn’t come back.

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  9. Shaylah

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience and service were great. Super disappointed in the food.

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  10. ESWreview

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious buffet for Mother's Day! Food was varied (breakfast & lunch type foods). Something for everyone.

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FAQs

Forge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (423) 756-3400.

Forge is rated 4.6 stars by 161 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Forge

1201 Broad Street, Lobby, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    12th Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Chattanooga
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (423) 756-3400
  • Private party facilities
    Allow The Chattanoogan Hotel - Curio Collection by Hilton to curate a special event in Forge.
  • Private party contact
    Sales Team: (423) 756-3400
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