Seated at 9:30pm on a Wednesday night. EXCELLENT service. Even though they were closing at 10pm…read morethey treated us very very well. Server let us know the kitchen was closing soon, so we put in our order promptly. Food came out HOT and FRESH. Very pleased with our experience. Music was at a moderate comfortable volume. Only thing, this restaurant is pricey. Just be aware. The wood grilled shrimp was worth, maybe, about $16 at best. Overall... well prepared and presented nicely. Service was good and accommodating, even near closing time on a Wednesday. Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Monday is my favorite day for visiting Boathouse, as it is for many others, half price fresh…read moreoysters. There's always a variety of oysters from five or six different locations, and today, I had to compete with my daughter and grandson to get my fair share. You want to take advantage of the variety, it makes for a an outstanding eating experience. The restaurant sits right on the Tennessee River, it's a great spot to sit, relax and enjoy the wonderful food. While the seafood is wonderful, there is a variety of offerings that include some Mexican, some barbecue, fresh sandwiches and salads. Service is always top notch. They have a few of their own recipe drinks, this is a spot you definitely want to give a try!

Absolutely delicious!!!! The hush puppies were cornbread ones, moist and tasty! Came with some good…read moredipping sauce! The fried shrimp were huge and fresh!! So fresh! Light and crispy!! Get in my belly!!! And the low country boil!?!? We got the shrimp with no head! Wish I got a whole pound!! Wow! Fresh shrimp and tasty corn and tater!! Thank you for the great service Gabbi!!

The food is delicious but the service leaves A LOT to be desired. We stopped by on a whim when we…read morewent to the farmers market. Since there was no line I figured the food would come out pretty quickly but it took over twenty minutes with no other customers ahead of me. The two proprietors were also not very friendly and non engaging. No smiles. No hospitality. Just very matter of fact. All in all I'll say the food is good but order ahead for take out unless you don't mind waiting endlessly.

Our family had the most amazing experience at Blue Orleans! From the incredible food to the…read moreoutstanding hospitality, this place truly exceeded our expectations. We ordered the sample platter, which lets you choose five different dishes. We tried the shrimp gumbo, étouffée, and red beans and rice--and somehow, the chef surprised us by bringing out six dishes instead of five! Talk about going above and beyond! Several members of our family normally aren't fans of New Orleans-style food, so we honestly weren't sure what everyone would think. Well... every single person loved it! The food was so good that the bowls were literally licked clean. Everything was packed with flavor, perfectly prepared, and clearly made with a lot of love. Then came the surprise dessert: fried blueberry bread pudding bites with a bourbon caramel glaze. WOW! The plate didn't stand a chance--we cleaned that one too! And whatever you do, DO NOT leave without trying the beignets! They were absolutely amazing and the perfect way to finish the meal. What really made the experience special, though, was the hospitality. The chef and staff made our family feel so welcome, and the generosity and care they showed us made this more than just a great meal--it was an experience we won't forget. If you are visiting Chattanooga, Tennessee, put Blue Orleans at the top of your list. You will not regret it! If we lived in Chattanooga, our family would absolutely be here once a week! Amazing food. Amazing people. Amazing experience. 10/10!

Great atmosphere, but the food was even better. If you like or want to try New Orleans food, this…read moreis place to good. I felt like I was in the city of New Orleans but I'm in Tennessee. We had sampler platter that had 5 of the signature dish, everything was outstanding. It was my first time have grits that taste what you would get in New Orleans. Highly recommend. The staff make you feel like family and very knowledgeable.

Great food great service great staff I would really recommend. They have moved to Chickamaga Garead more

It was really hard to decide on a rating for our experience. We were super excited to try the 1885…read moreGrill while in town. We went early in the afternoon on a weekday, so it was very quiet. It was also a beautiful day so we sat on the patio. I love that they work with local organizations for fresh vegetables and meat! Our waiter was very nice and fairly attentive. But the food... For the good - the crab cake was delicious. It was like all crab meat with no filler and was very tasty. The pimento cheese was also SO yummy. You could tell it was made fresh and had a great flavor. The pita it came with was fine, a little over-grilled. I was not crazy about the fried okra. I wish the pieces weren't just cut in half, because to me they had that slimy okra texture inside. My gf said they weren't THAT bad, but I really had to push myself to eat them. The rosemary fries have a great flavor and were crispy (I prefer thicker fries but my gf enjoyed these). I LOVE mac and cheese and was super excited to try theirs. It was very creamy and had a good flavor but there was way too much cheese for the amount of noodles. Like the ratio was pretty off. Now for THE issue. My gf ordered the Filet Mignon, medium. It came raw and without the blue cheese compound butter. By the time the waiter came to check on us, I was half done eating. He took the steak to be put back on the grill and brought it back with a bowl of crumbled blue cheese. It was still raw inside. He brought us extra fries, but by the time it came back I was done eating. She asked for it to go and it was STILL RAW. She had cut it, so it was super obvious if you looked. The manager came and talked to us and they took it off the bill, but for a $40 filet mignon it should not take 3 tries to cook it right and it still not really be right. She said there are cold spots on the grill and they're training a new line cook, but it was not a good look... I'd maybe give more of a pass if they were packed, but there was no one eating inside and maybe two other tables of folks outside.

I almost skipped Calliope on my last night in Chattanooga bc I just didn't know if I felt like…read morecoming downtown and looking for parking. Fortunately, after 6pm it's both free and easy to find nearby. As a solo diner I was initially relegated to the bar but, I don't drink so I asked for a quieter table and within 5 minutes they accommodated me with a seat by the windows upstairs. The inside is gorgeous and they have a nice patio as well. Beautiful and low-key but elegant decor. Service was excellent and extremely proficient. Never had to ask twice for something and easily able to answer menu questions and make suggestions. I actually hadn't planned on ordering the Fattoush but, when I said I loved tomatoes it was recommended and I am so glad it was. It was a standout. In the end I ordered 3 things bc I was dining solo: -Hummus with crudité (veggies instead of bread) -Fattoush - seasonal ingredients. -Red Snapper - about 3oz so small portion but perfectly cooked and flavored. Loved this. I very much wanted the knafeh dessert but I knew the portion was big and didn't want to be miserable and waste it. They have a nice non-alcoholic menu with some interesting drinks as well. Overall - perfect final meal in town and I can't wait to come back with my husband and try even more!

We went to Calliope upon recommendation of a server at our lunch restaurant (Kai Bistro which was…read moreSO good as well, but that is another review). Calliope is upscale business casual, which we were definitely not wearing, but we were treated kindly and we decided to dine at the bar which was an excellent choice .bartender server was excellent and really knew the menu and preparation! She guided us to the chicken schwarma hummus with fresh pita, whole Mediterranean Sea bass, spiced baby potatoes and tiramisu. Excellent guidance. We enjoyed every tasty bite! We paired with Armenian and Greek wine. Had Lebanese whiskey for afterwards. What a delightful and satisfying experience. We appreciate quality and craftsmanship of their food and wine. We will tell our friends who visit about this gem of Chattanooga! We will return.

Food - 5/5 Drinks - 5/5…read more Service - 5/5 Price - 5/5 Parking - N/A Ambiance- 4/5 Fantastic experience dining in for dinner here with a family of 4. Kids menu had great options my boys enjoyed. I devoured the Gouda & (bacon) Jam burger, it was so good. Full bar with nice draft selection and our server was amazing. Lots of TV's as well. We were there on an off night but would be a great spot to catch a game.

My wife and I had a great dining experience. The service was excellent from start to finish, and…read moreour waitress was very attentive without being overbearing. She made sure our drinks stayed full and checked on us throughout the meal. We started with the crab cakes, which were absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. For our main course, we both ordered the club sandwich, and we're glad we did. It was fresh, perfectly prepared, and one of the best clubs we've had in a long time. Great food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely be back the next time we're in the area.

We live about 40 minutes north of Chattanooga and we're ready for a cuisine change from our local…read moreoptions. After reading all the reviews we headed south and are pleased to share that everything and everyone we encountered were absolutely top notch...food was prepared perfectly from the breads, calamari, trout and swordfish; and the proportions more than enough to require a stroll along the river after the Chocolate chocolate cake. Our server was amazing and you can't beat the riverfront location and views. They don't take reservations and those negative reviews usually involved large parties and special needs that take time to accommodate. Check Scottie's out, and enjoy! I would have given 5 Stars except for the pay to park phenomenon and QR codes that can be just annoying and have appeared in every major city. Nothing is free anymore including parking. We will be back.

You're definitely paying for the scenery because the food was underwhelming. We ordered six items,…read moreand three out of the six lacked flavor. The gumbo tasted like canned chili. The stuffed mushrooms did not taste fresh and also lacked flavor. The calamari lacked flavor as well and was a big disappointment. The server was nice and set our expectations, advising that some of the items we ordered were more of an acquired taste, but we were still disappointed. There was a server change at one point, and the new server was not careful when delivering the food and spilled the gumbo upon arrival. Considering the price and value, this place is definitely a one and done.

had an amazing time here my server Izzy was awesome and super helpful got everything she suggested…read moreand wasn't disappointed.

emma is a wonderful server. food was great. will definitely be back. Great atmosphere as well.read more