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New business alert (and one that’s definitely worth keeping a record of) — Dallos Vinyl Love will open soon on Market Street. This spot will specialize in rare grooves, deep cuts, and vinyl treasures for all music lovers. See what they’re spinning during a soft open on Saturday, June 7 or the grand opening on Saturday, June 14.
Events
Events
Monday, June 2
Black Professionals @ the Hunter | 6-8 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art | Free | Network under the theme of “A Journey of Souls and Soles: Forward Movement with Each Step” in honor of the museum’s “Walk This Way” exhibit + enjoy blues, games, and more.
Tuesday, June 3
Cooking Class | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | J.A. Henry Community YMCA | $30+ | Dive into the benefits of whole grains in this cooking and nutrition class with Food for Life instructor Crissie Smith.
Wednesday, June 4
Iberian Wine Dinner | 7 p.m. | Company at Kinley Hotel Chattanooga | $120 | Escape to Spain’s Basque Country for one night only — join Chef Erin Meeker for six courses including merluza a la koskera + wagyu txuleton, paired with wine.
Thursday, June 5
The Greenhouse Festival | Thursday, June 5-Sunday, June 8 | Times vary | Barking Legs Theater | Free+ | Experience 19 contest-winning plays brought to you by New Threads Theatre Co. + Next Exit Productions.
Friday, June 6
National Day of Caves and Karst | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Ruby Falls | Free+ | The next generation of geologists and cavers can learn from the Southern Cave Conservancy + take part in activities and see geodes — no cave adventure ticket required.
The East Ridge Splash Pad is officially open for the season. Located behind the Pioneer Frontier Playground, folks can cool down daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. now through September.
Coming Soon
The folks behind 100 Hibachi & Sushi are opening a fourth location in the Hamilton Place area. While an opening date for 100 Ramen & Bar hasn’t been released yet, you can expect the restaurant to open next door to Mean Mug Coffeehouse.
Outdoors
There’s a new and very adorable way to get around the downtown area. Let us introduce you to Chattanooga Rydables Tours — where you can explore the streets via a motorized scooter that is made to look like a fun character.
Ranked
Signal Mountain ranked No. 2 on Safewise.com’s “Tennessee’s Safest Cities of 2025" list. The report is calculated using FBI crime data, and notably, Signal Mountain reported no violent crimes or motor vehicle thefts during the examined time period.
Mansion Monday
Nestled in the Black Creek community sits this 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom home, offering its own scenic views. Spanning 8,926 sqft, we’re loving the chef’s kitchen, 4-car garage with a private gym + the inground pool.
Sports
The Chattanooga Mocs football team released its schedule of home game contests + promotions. The first game is set for Saturday, Sept. 13 against Stetson University with fun planned for Senior Day, Youth in Sports Day, Fan Appreciation Day, and the Little Moc Walk.
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Try out some of the shareable menu items or the quesadilla at The Bitter Alibi. | Photo by Rachael Crowe via Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? Check out this list of 30+ places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less. The Bitter Alibi
Try the B.A. burger, dumplings, the basement burrito, and more for $10 or less. Tremont Tavern
Take advantage of the happy hour specials (Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m.) for $9 fish and chips, a $6 quesadilla, $5 “Tremont Boomers,” $5 “edamole” dip + $5 “Durty McCurdy” chicken tenders. Conga Latin Food
Pick from the nachos, tostones barbacoa, two tacos, or tostadas. Pro tip: Try out the tortilla chicken soup for $9. Golden Big Bowl
The options are endless at this local spot. Load up a small, medium, or large teriyaki bowl for under $10, or pick from a combination plate or burger. Lillie Mae’s Place
Try out the chicken and dressing, chicken livers, chicken tenders, pot roast, and veggie plate entrees for around $10.
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I’ve gotten some great pasta recommendations from our readers and can’t wait to share another Foodie Favs installment later this week. It’s not too late to be included — dish out everything you’re ordering at your favorite Italian restaurant in Chattanooga in our survey.
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