Looking for the next new restaurant hitting the Scenic City’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Chattanooga — plus, some spots coming soon. Keep tabs on this list to stay ahead of the cuisine curve. And don’t forget to bookmark it.
September openings
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, 5118 Hixson Pike | Hawaiian comfort food
This fast-casual spot is expected to open Saturday, Sept. 27. It will serve plate lunches, Dole soft serve, and Spam musubi — with speedy drive-through service.
August openings
Ox2 Buns & Noodles, 2288 Gunbarrel Rd. | Chinese cuisine
From steamed soup dumplings to pork buns and hand-pulled noodles, this restaurant’s menu is packed with mouth-watering options.
Thai Smile, 321 Market St. | Thai cuisine
This downtown restaurant moved just a couple of blocks down the road to a new location, but it still serves the same flavorful dishes — spicy curries, pad Thai, noodles, and fresh salads.
Bela Lisboa, 417 Frazier Ave. | Mediterranean cuisine
This North Shore restaurant is back open after a fire forced it to close last fall. It now offers Mediterranean dishes, a full bar, and an expanded wine list.
Did we miss an August restaurant opening? Let us know.
July openings
Los Mich, 4850 Hwy. 58 | Mexican cuisine
This restaurant offers traditional Mexican dishes, especially specialties from the state of Jalisco, such as torta ahogada, birria tatemada, and carnes en su jugo.
Chattanooga Eats & Chill, 1800 Dayton Blvd. | Tacos
From Mojo Burrito, to Sabor Modern Latino & Sushi, to Chattanooga Eats & Chill. The Red Bank restaurant is under new management and now offers a pared-down menu including tacos and fried green plantains.
Alimentari Cafe & Market, 801 Pine St. | Cafe
This cafe recently found a new home at The Westin Chattanooga downtown. It’s known for its deli sandwiches and fresh salads.
100 Ramen & Bar, 2090 Hamilton Place | Ramen
This fast-casual restaurant inside the Aloft hotel features Boba teas, sushi, ramen + salads.
Did we miss a July restaurant opening? Let us know.
June openings
White Duck Taco Shop, 1519 McCallie Ave. | Tacos
The Asheville-based restaurant is open and bringing its creative + diverse taco offerings to Chattanooga — with plans for a brewery later this year.
Neutral Ground, 338 E. Main St. | West African + Creole
This restaurant headed by Chef Kenyatta Ashford was formerly located inside of Proof Bar and Incubator.
Wanderlinger Brewing Co., 55 Station St. | Brewery
Get ice cold craft beer. If you’re headed straight to the patio, don’t miss the eclectic art inside.
Hungry Mother, 825 Houston St. | Cafe
This cafe recently joined The Bitter Alibi in its downtown space with menu items like bagels, cookies, and sandwiches.
May openings
The Milky Cow Bakery, 5906 Main St., Ooltewah | Bakery
Step into this storefront with French vibes and baked goods like pies, cookies, cupcakes, and cinnamon rolls.
West Coast Sourdough, 6025 E. Brainerd Rd. | Soups + sandwiches
This eatery known for its sandwiches, soups, and bread bowls opened its doors with hearty, cheesy, and toasted menu items.
Peet’s Coffee, Hotel Clemons | Coffee
Stop inside the boutique West Village hotel for your cup of joe.
April openings
Central Park, Hamilton Place Mall | Burgers
The burger joint that got its start in Chattanooga in 1982 opened a second location offering its selection of “Bubba” burgers, chicken dishes, hot dogs, and fries.
March openings
Keystone, 440 Frazier Ave. B | Sandwiches
This to-go spot serves up breakfast + lunch sandwiches, house-made dips, and desserts.
Southside Food Truck Park, 1511 Williams St. | Varies
Stay updated on which food trucks will be parked and serving up delicacies each week via social media.
Coming soon
Camila, 309 E Main St. | European bistro | Projected opening: October 2025
The menu is still being finalized for this European bistro, set to open in the old location of Slick’s Burgers.
L’allée Boulangerie, 847 E Main St. | French bakery | Projected opening: TBD
The bakery will sell fresh baguettes and croissants with the finest ingredients shipped in from France.
The Reading Room, 3210 Brainerd Rd. | Bookstore + bar | Projected opening: September 2025
Chattanooga’s first bar and used bookstore concept is on track to open soon.
Culver’s, 505 Northgate Mall Dr. | Burgers + frozen custard | Projected opening: September 2025
The fast-casual chain known for its cheese curds and frozen custard will open its first Chattanooga area location.
Mac’s Kitchen and Bar, 1320 Dodds Ave. | Tapas + wine | Projected opening: 2025
After formerly operating in Rossville, GA, Mac’s is headed to downtown Chattanooga.
Whataburger, 6521 Ringgold Rd. | Burgers | Projected opening: 2025
The Texas-based chain is set to open at the site of the former Wally’s Restaurant.
Chattanooga Culture, 2310 Vance Ave. | Kombucha | Projected opening: TBD
The 2,400-sqft space will be home to a fermentation lab + host events and product pickups. The “vibes are still brewing for the inside,” but check out the rooftop view.
