Is it just us, or does eating outside make food taste better?
Catch some rays or laze in the shade at one of these 32 Chattanooga patios. Pro tip: Don’t miss the shade level we’ve included for each of these locations.
Bonus: Looking to bring your four-legged friends? Check out our dog-friendly guide for spots that welcome pups on its patios.
Restaurants
Basecamp Bar and Restaurant | 346 Frazier Ave. | Partially shaded
Enjoy a craft beer + comfort chow at this spot’s outdoor patio with seats that overlook Coolidge Park.
Brewhaus | 224 Frazier Ave. | Mostly sunny
Sit out on the patio while you enjoy German-American brews and food.
The Daily Ration | 1220 Dartmouth St. | Partially shaded
Sip on a mimosa while you enjoy brunch at this Northshore eatery’s large outdoor seating area.
Food Works | 205 Manufacturers Rd. | Fully covered
This spot has a large deck for folks to sit outside while enjoying their meal.
Taco Mamacita | 109 N. Market St. | Fully covered
Enjoy tacos + a margarita on this low-key covered patio.
Il Primo | 1100 Hixson Pike. | Fully covered
Head over to the spot’s Northshore location for a shaded, plant-lined outdoor patio.
Edley’s Bar-B-Que | 205 Manufacturers Rd. | Fully covered
This local barbecue spot has a large outdoor covered deck.
State of Confusion | 301 E. Main St. | Fully covered
Enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner at this spot’s large outdoor seating area.
Feed Table and Tavern | 201 W. Main St. | Fully covered
Head over to the tavern side of the restaurant to enjoy your meal on the covered patio.
Hello Monty | 306 W. Main St. | Fully covered
Gather with friends and family at this spot’s outdoor seating area that’s meant to mimic the feel of a “great backyard cookout.”
Alleia | 25 E. Main St. | Fully covered
This Italian restaurant has a secluded + serene outdoor seating area to enjoy.
STIR | 1444 Market St. | Partially shaded
Sit outside the Chattanooga Choo on the spacious patio with string lights to light up your evening dinner.
Honey Seed | 1705 Market St. | Parially shaded
Enjoy a wood-fired pizza or Montréal-style bagels at this spot’s patio.
Boathouse Rotisserie & Raw Bar | 1459 Riverside Dr. | Fully covered
Sit out on the deck to enjoy views of the Tennessee River.
Public House Restaurant | 1110 Market St. | Fully covered
This restaurant that specializes in Southern fare has an outdoor seating area that wraps around the restaurant.
Tony’s Pasta Shop and Trattoria | 212 High St. | Partially shaded
Enjoy your meal in the Bluff View Arts District on a patio that makes you feel like you’ve journeyed to Italy.
Old Gilman Grill | 216 W. 8th St. | Fully covered
Head to West Village to enjoy lunch or dinner on this covered patio.
Coffee shops
Be Caffeinated | 14 W. Kent St. | Fully covered
This coffee shop’s Northshore location has two covered patio sections for patrons to enjoy.
Niedlov’s Bakery & Cafe | 215 E. Main St. | Partially shaded
This cozy + covered outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy your breakfast or lunch.
Velo Coffee Roasters | 509 E. Main St. | Partially shaded
Enjoy your coffee in the outdoor patio space with covered + uncovered areas.
Mean Mug | 114 W. Main St. | Partially shaded
Enjoy your coffee outside — the Southside location has several tables + three picnic tables with umbrellas.
Rembrandt’s Coffee House | 204 High St. | Partially shaded
Enjoy coffee, pastries, and lunch options on the cozy patio.
Enjoy a cocktail from Unknown Caller on the patio in Cooper’s Alley.
Photo by @unknowncallerbar
Bars and breweries
The Rosecomb | 921 Barton Ave. | Partially shaded
Enjoy a cocktail in the outdoor garden space.
Oddstory Brewing Co. | 1604 Central Ave. | Partially shaded
This brewery’s large outdoor space is kid + dog-friendly, with plenty of seating options.
Shady’s Corner | 1402 Cemetery Ave. | Partially shaded
This newly-opened 21+ bar has a covered + non-covered outdoor seating area with TVs and games.
Naked River Brewing Co. | 1791 Reggie White Blvd. | Partially shaded
Enjoy your brews and barbecue on the spacious patio.
The Boneyard | 26 Station St. | Partially shaded
Head to this spot’s front or back patio while enjoying drinks from the bar + eats from the food truck. Note: This bar is 21+.
Unknown Caller | 715 Cherry St. | Partially shaded
Head to the back of this 21+ speakeasy-style cocktail bar to enjoy your drinks outside.
Pickle Barrel | 1012 Market St. | Fully covered
Climb up the spiral staircase to sit at the elevated covered patio — Note: This spot is 21+ at all times.
Cherry Street Tavern | 719 Cherry St. | Partially shaded
Take your drink outside to this bar’s patio space in Cooper’s Alley. Note: this spot is 21+
