We have Raising Cane's at home so when I visit I make the drive for my daughter from her campus…read more The staff at this location are friendly and the food met standard. The location does a great job keeping up with the flow of traffic despite such a busy area which is super impressive. I've never eaten in only drove through but they do a nice job.

I waited a long time before I tried this place because the lines were crazy!…read moreI went through the drive thru. The person at the window was polite - Chick fil A polite - so great start. Brought home 8 fingers and two orders of fries. The fingers are tender and a nice size but they were bland. You definitely need the sauce for these if you want flavor. The fries were not good although, to be fair, I have rarely found a French fry that is good by the time you get home.

I know people love Champys around here but we love hot chicken and this place does it best…read more No frills, simple restaurant with 10 or so tables. You walk in and you choose your table and a nice waitress will bring your menus. We like the chicken strip basket which comes with two sides. Of our favorites are the fries, the collard greens, green beans, and mac and cheese. The chicken strips are very crispy, the meat is just a little dry but the flavor is great with even the mild level heat having nice heat. We also got the catfish which has a perfect crust and perfectly cooked inside. The baskets come with sauce and you get two per order. Probably more than you'll need. You get great food for an affordable price. Good Southern service. Just all around one of our faves.

3.75/5 -- The Flaming Rooster | Chattanooga, TN…read more I stopped by The Flaming Rooster while in Chattanooga, and overall, I'd give the experience a 3.75 out of 5. There were definitely some highlights especially the catfish and the service. The ambience has a real throwback feel. It isn't fancy or modern, but that's part of its character. It reminded me of an old-school neighborhood Southern restaurant, and I actually appreciated the nostalgia. Between the decor, the food, and a cup of Kool-Aid, there were moments that genuinely took me back. The service was one of the strongest parts of the experience. Janet was a 10/10--friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout our visit. The kitchen staff was also very efficient, and our food came out hot and fresh. Missy, who rang us up, was hilarious and brought even more personality to the experience. The staff definitely made us feel welcome. Now, the food: Fried Catfish -- 10/10. Hands down the star of the meal. The catfish was fried perfectly, crispy on the outside, tender inside, and seasoned extremely well. This is what I would come back for. If you're visiting for the first time, I recommend starting with the catfish. Fried Chicken -- 7/10. Good, straightforward fried chicken. It was crispy and enjoyable, but nothing that completely separated it from other good fried chicken I've had. Still, I would order it again. Macaroni & Cheese -- 5/10. Not bad, just average for me. It worked as a side, but it didn't stand out compared with the catfish. The potato salad reminded me of Sam's Club potato salad, which actually isn't a bad thing because I like Sam's Club potato salad. It had that familiar, simple flavor. And the Kool-Aid mix deserves a mention. That took me straight back to childhood. Something about Kool-Aid alongside fried catfish and chicken just fit the throwback atmosphere perfectly. Overall, 3.75/5. The sides could be stronger, but the catfish was excellent, the service was outstanding, and the nostalgic atmosphere gave the restaurant its own personality. Janet and Missy helped make the visit memorable as well. If I find myself back in Chattanooga, I'd definitely stop by again. I also recommend giving The Flaming Rooster a try if you're in the area. And seriously-get the catfish. 10/10.

Well... Facebook got me. I kept seeing the advertisements and so I stopped in today. I ordered the…read more6 wings combo with fries and a sweet tea. They gave me 2 free tenders. So the taste ... it doesn't appear to be any seasoning used! Like Maine seasoning- zilch! The breading has a strange flavor that was hard to get passed. The only good part was the curly fries. The tender had that same strange flavor. I ate two wings and most of my fries. I'm not sure I'd ever return and will now second guess Facebook ads.

Chick-In Hixson is on another level--way better than KFC, Popeyes, or Cane's!…read more You get big portions of juicy, thick chicken with crispy, flavorful batter. It's not greasy, just perfectly cooked and full of flavor. If you're hungry and want real fried chicken done right, Chick-In is the spot!

Some restaurants dabble in the deep fryer. Champy's Famous Fried Chicken treats it like a…read morecompetitive sport. Walking in, the place feels like it somehow drifted inland from a beach town. Casual, colorful, the kind of spot where you expect someone to walk in wearing flip flops and carrying a fishing pole. Comfortable vibe. Easy place to settle in and see what the fryer can do. First up were the fried green tomatoes. They came out looking like they'd just won a beauty pageant. Crispy outside, tender inside, cooked exactly right. Texture nailed. But flavor-wise they felt like they forgot their gym bag at home. Needed salt. Needed a little personality. A rare moment where the fryer did its job but the seasoning clocked out early. Then the headliner arrived. The fried chicken at Champy's Famous Fried Chicken has a reputation to protect, and thankfully it shows up ready to work. Crisp, flavorful crust. Juicy inside. The kind of chicken that crunches just enough to make everyone at the table look over and get jealous. "If the deep fryer had a Hall of Fame, Champy's chicken is getting a first-ballot vote." And then came the move that sealed the deal. A dip into Champy sauce. Suddenly the flavor level jumped another notch. Salty, tangy, just enough punch to make the crust shine even more. The sleeper hit though? The cole slaw. Creamy, balanced, and actually refreshing next to all the fried goodness. It's the quiet kid in class who ends up acing the exam. Easy to overlook, but absolutely worth ordering. Now for the tiny curveball. I happened to land there on karaoke night. And let's just say... the speakers believed they were performing at an arena concert. Loud enough that conversation required leaning halfway across the table and reading lips. On the flip side, the crowd was clearly having a blast. A few genuinely good singers, a few that were more... enthusiastic than talented, and plenty of people cheering them on. Honestly, respect to anyone with the courage to grab a microphone in a room full of strangers. So no star deductions for that. The people who showed up to sing were having the time of their lives. Bottom line, Champy's Famous Fried Chicken is a fun place with seriously good fried chicken. Order the bird, grab the slaw, lean into the fried side of the menu, and enjoy the show if karaoke happens to be on the schedule. Just maybe bring your singing voice... or your earplugs.

Food: The fried chicken is cooked to PERFECTION! And if you love chicken livers as much as I do,…read moreyou will hurt yourself trying to eat them all! On top of that their side dishes are DELICIOUS!! We ordered the mash potatoes and gravy and green beans!! I live in GA and am only planning my next trip back! Service: our waitress was friendly and helpful! And kept glasses filled with GOOD cold sweat tea! Ambiance: There's money all over the walls, all types of signage and lights! I liked it! The FOOD is good!!!

We eat there no less than once a week, most weeks it's 2 to 4 times. I think we did eat here 5…read moretimes one week. I mean, why should I cook when theirs is as good as what I can put together and I didn't have to buy it, cook it, or clean it up! Win for both sides!!! We love their food! My husband loves the Catfish and Tenderloin. I love, love, love the Thursday night Country Style Steak with Gravy! I wish they had it every night!!!You can't go wrong no matter what you order!! We love all the staff!!! You know you go alot when they know you too!!

Nice little restaurant! We stopped by for lunch while in the area. We were greeted as soon as we…read moregot there and they were nice enough to put some tables together for our group. The food was average. I ordered the hamburger steak, fried corn, mac & cheese.

It's been 2 yrs since being here. Back in Chattanooga area again, Champy's is a MUST STOP for us…read more They never disappoint. Inside it's ani eclectic array of old license plates, dollar bills on the walls and overall fun to sweep your eyes around the room. The chicken is moist, flavorful and just plain delicious!! Service was quick but we weren't in a hurry. My husband & I ordered the 8 piece family, 1/2 thighs, 1/2 legs, with fries & coleslaw. My husband had the chicken, sausage gumbo.... He rates it right on top of the best he's has tasted. I would say.... defined and good place to stop, with family, friends or whatever reason you can think up. Just stop and enjoy yourself with good food.

This is painful to write. At least once per year we stop at Champy's MLK outlet as we drive between…read moreTexas and Washington, DC on business. For nearly ten years. A must-stop. Highlight of the drive. For the first time, today was different. The very friendly young women who first greeted us and guided us through the menu years ago are gone. In their place are unfriendly young ladies who would far prefer to chat with each other than provide even acceptable-level service. We were tolerated, not welcomed or even checked on to see if we wanted anything. I waited and waited for her to notice me at about ten feet away as I waved my empty beer can in hopes of getting a second one. Finally I had to interrupt the conversation between the waitresses by raising my voice above their conversation, "excuse me, may I have another?" Again, we were there early today. Just before 5:00 PM. That is how timing works when you are on the road. So the place was nearly empty. They weren't busy with customers. They were busy chatting amongst themselves. As we completed our fried chicken (still very good), she came by and did not ask if we wanted anything else but simply said "ready for the check?" It was a way to make us feel like we needed to leave. To add insult to injury, we passed by the hostess table outside on our way to the car as we left and we happened to pass between two Champy's young female employees chatting at the hostess station and blocking the way out. We had to say "excuse me" and walk between then as they kept talking to each other. Never did they bother to say "thanks for coming, please come back soon." So maybe after all this time...we won't.

Stopped in after a trip to Ruby Falls and glad I did. The chicken was moist and flavorful and a…read morehuge portion. The yuca was hot and crispy and the charro beans were delicious. Excited to eat my leftovers :)

I visited this place when they first opened with my wife because it was the only restaurant that…read morewas comparable to Pollo Tropical in FL, and it was pretty good. Fast forward to this afternoon, when I noticed that the "charred" chicken came out of a plastic ziplock bag that had been sitting in hot water for who knows how many days. The chicken was hard since it was over cooked or just old. They offer lots of sides, but unfortunately no sweet plantains which is what most ppl ask for, according to the worker. I was hoping for fresh chicken off the grill, but unfortunately all I got was a half stomach full of microplastics since it was hard to eat the hard pieces of chicken. $12 loss for me today vS hundreds of dollars I would have spent every year if they had fresh food. The only reason I gave it 2 stars was because the seasoning was still flavorful although the chicken was hard.

My family ate here on a road trip a week ago. One of our children uses a power wheelchair, which…read morewas not a problem because the restaurant has a ramp to get in the building and the staff and Rivers himself were extremely accommodating. We each got a different sandwich and they were each delicious. I got the Harvest Turkey - the fig jam is delightful! My oldest got the cubano - excellent! My daughter got the chicken salad - it was good but it is a chunky style, so if you prefer it with smaller chunks it may not be for you. My youngest got grilled cheese - you can't go wrong with that! (It's not technically on the menu but the waitress offered it when he said he didn't know what to get.) Finally, my husband got the catfish po-boy and said, "It's the best piece of blackened fish I've ever had!" (I agree!) The remoulade and cajun sauces were good, too. The varied salt and pepper sets added whimsy to the homey atmosphere, too!

This little spot just continues to amaze me. I don't know how they are able to put out the quality…read moreof food that they do, it is so obscenely small, it has a tiny kitchen, but yet. Those that are in the know, come back frequently. The staff is spectacular, the owner is always working the floor, engaging with his customers and they have found a head chef, who is getting recognition locally, for the quality of the food he puts out each and every day they are open. You drill down into the ingredients, where products are sourced, OLR buys local, buys premium, buys fresh, and it all shows in the product they put out onto the table. We were back today for Father's Day, and of course we arrived early as no reservations are accepted. Not a problem, happy to do it, we wanted to be part of that first seating when OMR opened at 11:00a. I would have been happy with ANY ITEM on the days menu, and I went with the Strip Steak and eggs, but got to sample the other selections at the table as well. Two gotcha moments today above and beyond the meal itself, the fresh fig with peach and bacon served when we first sat down.....and for the first time, I had coffee while dining here, it was absolutely delicious. Folks, I recognize it is a turn-off for some when you can't make a reservation, but my recommendation is to look beyond that, you have to enjoy a meal here at OMR, you'll be glad you did!

This was my first solo trip, and this was the very first restaurant I chose to go to on my first…read morenight. I was honestly pretty nervous about eating alone, but from the moment I walked in, the environment felt so comfortable and welcoming that it eased my anxiety quite a bit. The staff was incredibly friendly, especially my waitress, Sarah. She was so kind and made me feel completely comfortable, which meant a lot to me as someone eating alone for the first time. She truly made the whole experience that much better! And the food... WOW. Every bite was packed with flavor, and I absolutely chowed down The fries were perfect, and I loved the Cajun seasoning on them. The smash burger was delicious and cooked perfectly -- although it was definitely a little messy, so consider yourself warned haha. The mozzarella sticks had an AMAZING cheese pull, and the sauce was absolutely divine. And then there was dessert. Let's just say it was probably meant to feed two people... but I ate the entire thing by myself because it was THAT good. Overall, I couldn't have picked a better restaurant for my first night and my first solo dining experience. Great food, wonderful staff, and such a comfortable atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!

My niece and nephew are in town and they love visiting this restaurant in Pigeon Forge. So we did a…read morepick up order tonight. Since we each wanted 8 wings, I ordered a platter (wild ranch, peach hot honey, and Italian garlic) to save $$ plus apps (fried mushrooms, fries with bacon and cheese, and bacon cheeseburger sticks). Everyone enjoyed their meal! We all especially enjoyed the peach hot honey wings! Definitely a get again!

The customer service was good and the wait wasn't long! Food tasted amazing as well and the…read morelocation was clean unlike some other locations I've been to. Frankie was outstanding, terrific!! Will definitely be coming back again! He is so happy and joyful it made my day today!

Need to take the fast out of fast food. Only one person working and no one with food...Sounds like…read moreit is a recurring problem. Don't go unless you pack your patience.