We want to celebrate all the businesses that make Chattanooga so special.
In honor of our many movers and shakers, we’re asking readers to nominate small businesses they love so we can share them with the whole audience.
We’ll be here to share a new batch of small businesses every month, so bookmark this page to come back for more, especially if you’ve enjoyed our Small Business Week coverage.
Editor’s note: Some quotes may have been edited for clarity and brevity.
Editor Sarah’s picks
Naughty Cat Cafe | Cat rescue lounge
Picture this: low light, cozy furniture, vibey music, a drink in hand… and dozens of cats all around you. This St. Elmo staple truly is a cat lover’s paradise, filled with adoptable felines ready for love and attention.
River Street Deli | Sandwich shop
Get a taste of New York without leaving the Scenic City. This sandwich shop near Coolidge Park is beloved for good reason — the customer service is top-notch, and the sandwiches are even better.
Locals Only Gifts & Goods | Gift shop
This gift shop makes it ridiculously easy to support Chattanooga, because everything in it is made by local artisans. It’s the perfect spot to pick up gifts for friends and family, and let’s be honest, a little something for yourself too.
Food + beverage
Scoop Around Ice Cream Bar | 831 E Main St.
“Scoop Around Ice Cream Bar started right at home. My husband and son are serious ice cream connoisseurs, and when I began making ice cream flavors for friends and events that everyone kept raving about, we thought, ‘Hey… we might be onto something!’” — Owner Sharika Wilson
- This specialty ice cream shop serves unique frozen treats, including Crazy Shakes (think: a shake with a piece of cheesecake on top), Ice Cream Nachos, and Woozy Cups for those 21 and up. Psst — we bet kids would love the “Squiggly Wiggly” Crazy Cone.
Tanasi Brewing & Supplies | 3701 Hixson Pike
“We want our patrons to immediately feel at home. No pretension, no arrogance. I want everyone to feel like they have been coming here for years!” — Owner Clinton Sallee
- Veteran-owned Tanasi Brewing is a brewery, taproom, beer garden, and supply store for those who want to brew at home. Bonus: It’s kid and pup-friendly with a dog park in the back.
Personal services
ProDeck Outdoor Living | 7033 Lee Hwy.
“We strongly believe in helping homeowners design a space they will use all year round with their family and friends for years to come.” — Operations Manager Molly Hughes
- New to the Chattanooga market, this deck builder specializes in crafting outdoor spaces tailored to your needs. Licensed craftsmen work closely with homeowners to design the perfect deck, patio, or sunroom.
R Photos | Online
“I started my business with a focus on weddings, but after identifying a gap in the industry, I shifted my mission toward providing affordable, all-inclusive packages for couples looking to elope. I have a special place in my heart for intimate weddings and adventure elopements filled with fun and laughter.” — Owner Rachel Kosky
- In addition to wedding and elopement photography, R Photos offers maternity and newborn photography, plus Airbnb photography and videography services.
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