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    Chao's Mongolian Grill

    4.4 (121 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Lindsay H.

    Stop reading and head over here! Favorite food of our trip to Chatt. Mom and pop Mongolian grill that offers both the typical build your own bowl OR the option to do a seafood boil. Highly customizable, as you grab a bowl and make your way down the food bar to choose proteins, veggies, seasonings, and then build your own sauce bowl. At the end of the buffet, you hand them your bowls, tell them what starch you want (rice, brown rice, or noodles) and they hand you a number to place at your table. Our drinks and soup were there waiting for us when we got back to our table. So many options to choose from and our table faves were steak, shrimp, chicken, pineapple, broccoli, water chestnuts, zucchini, carrots, and the noodles. Make sure to utilize the seasonings, as we had to add more once we tasted our food. Favorite kid sauce combo was teriyaki, sweet and sour, with sesame sauce. I really liked sesame, teriyaki, Chao favorite, and a touch of Szechuan (which has a touch of garlic and chili pepper) We had discussed driving down to Chatt for the day, specifically to come back to this restaurant, if that tells you how much we enjoyed our meal. Our picky children proclaimed that this was the "best restaurant EVER," so you know it's good!

    Bowl with fried rice and all the vegetables I desired!
    Francess L.

    Great hibachi food. Fresh bowl with fried rice. Quick and courteous customer service. Very spacious for sit down. Place was very clean. Also check out the women's bathroom. Everything checked out in decent order. You get your money's worth. Food is very tasty

    Young gentleman that made sure I had my raw garlic from the back!!
    Marlon A.

    I'm doing this review before receiving my food due to the best customer service I've ever received from n any dining experience. The whole staff from the gentleman doing the seating to the young woman behind the counter explaining how everything works to the gentleman who you give your bowl to so they can cook it for you, I'm the extra raw garlic guy!! If I lived around here, I would have definitely be a regular.

    My boyfriend always talks about how he loves to go to chaos's for lunch with his work group. He finally decided to take me and this place is so delicious. They have so many choices to choose from. The house favorite sauce is a 10/10.

    The food is always amazing! I love the variety and the fresh ingredients. The staff is very friendly as well.

    DIY bowl with noodles

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    The food are amazing especially the Korean menu !!! The customer service is spectacular too! The can be a wait but it is worth it!.

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    I wish it was all you can eat.. other than that, it's amazing!! Great customer service!! Bigger bowls too!!

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    Great food, excellent staff! A no brainer for hot, fresh food. Ample parking and convenient location.

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    Fantastic food and incredibly nice, friendly staff. My family's favorite restaurant for the past 8 years.

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    Great vegetarian options, good prices and the staff was very helpful since it was our first time. Busy but well organized.

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    Took the wife and mother in law out for a change of scenery to the wonderful place called…read moreChattanooga. Wound up at the aquarium for a couple hours and ended up hungry at the very end of it. Not far from where we were parked we found the Wooden City conveniently across from it all (dare I say a brisk walk's worth) with Mellow Mushroom and Ben & Jerry's establishments at both corners. We were given the options of staying inside or being placed outside and we chose (biased a lil) the opportunity of eating outside. We were taken care of accordingly by Jonathan, who is a perfect example of someone that makes tourism worth it, we chitchatted back-and-forth and came across some great options on our appetizers and drinks. While we waited for drinks, we were served water with ice as the weather outside was pleasant but a little too hot for the afternoon... When the appetizers arrived, we were greeted by not only demonstration, but taste above what I've had as of recent. Wife enjoyed the freshness of the tomatoes and cheese whilst I was mesmerized by how subtle and uber smooth my Old Fashioned was. We unwinded and talked about our day here in this city and then our next meal plates arrived. I had the very unique and well presented Beet Ravioli and the wife had the exquisite Spicy Lamb Rigatoni. Immediate upon arrival to our table my wife and I exchanged a bite of each other's plates to give a chance for our taste pallets to experience one another. The Beet Ravioli took back my wife to a time where she made something of similar taste and the Rigatoni took me back to California when I tasted something familiar then. Towards the end, I saved the location at the name of the restaurant, as I would like a near future to come back and visit with more time. Jonathan was an absolute help for our satisfaction in Chattanooga and we are thankful.

    Wonderful start to end. Casual upscale atmosphere…read moreDrinks were unique and flavorful Had the Hungarian peppers appetizer (5/5), Rigatoni (5/5) and sausage mushroom pizza (5/5). Ended with the berry and ice cream dessert (5/5) Nothing was disappointing! Service lovely and helpful. Will be back!

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    I love the staff here, they are so personable and especially sweet. The food here is to die…read morefor--specifically the BBQ jackfruit. The cheese here is very good and tastes very similar to nacho/queso cheese. The impossible burger is hard for me to tell apart from a real beef burger, since it has an iron taste I don't see often in vegan meals. The portions are pretty large, and I usually eat about 2/3rds of the plate a majority of the time despite being a high volume eater. Makes it 100% worth the price nothing the leftovers. On the flip side, they have a lot of pastries and delicious deserts at the front. The frosting on the cupcakes are a little sweet but they are delicious and I find it hard to not eat it all at once. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Chattanooga, ESPECIALLY VEGANS. It is a very hippie vibe, and the food mostly orients balanced and healthy meals. Such a staple to a good trip to Coolidge Park.

    Cashew was recommended by Pigeon from the Plantbar the previous day. I like the location of the…read morerestaurant since it's by the river. We walked in and had the option of eating outside which we did but the table was dirty so we went back inside and secured a table. We had different waitstaff so we really didn't know who was going to take our order. I ordered the buffalo bowl. My friends seemed to enjoy their food too. The food was okay, the vibe was weird. We were waiting for the server to process our checks but they never came. I had to ask where we paid. I personally would not come back but we really only went because my friend is gluten free.

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    4.3
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    On a recent trip to the area, we decided to stop here for lunch after reading the great Yelp…read morereviews. I must admit that the reviews were spot on. Everything about this experience was top-notch! From being seated quickly upon entering, to explaining how the ticket validation thing worked (more info at the end), customer service was some of the best I've been shown. The ambiance is chic but casual-great for both cozy date night or fun family night. Our server was so friendly and patient as we asked questions about the menu. I ordered the grilled salmon with spicy crab remoulade and my guy ordered the smoked wings with a side of fries. I was happy that I was able to select my own sides from the ones on the menu so I opted for the fried Brussels sprouts with maple and bacon and the buttermilk whipped potatoes. After a short wait, our food was brought out. This was truly one of the best salmon dishes I have ever eaten! The salmon was cooked to my liking, the potatoes were soft and fluffy and the fried Brussels sprouts were absolutely divine and perfect. The remoulade was a little salty but it may have been just been my taste. The potatoes helped with that so it was not a deal breaker. My guy was pleased with his food as well and I could tell he enjoyed everything he ate. We agreed that we would take this trip back just to eat this meal again. It was truly a wonderful experience, from beginning to end. I highly recommend trying this gem out! Pro Tip: The restaurant validates parking. If you park in the lot across the street, do not prepay on the app or online. Ask the servers at the front to validate to save the $18 parking fee before you order and within 15 minutes after entering. Unfortunately, we didn't do this and the restaurant cannot reimburse the money after you've already paid. You've been warned!

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    Milk & Honey absolutely lived up to the hype. We went for breakfast, and despite the fact that they…read moredon't take reservations, we didn't have to wait at all which already felt like a small miracle. Our server Katie was fantastic. Since it was our first visit and everything on the menu spoke to us, she helped steer us in the right direction. I ended up ordering the pistachio croissant, and honestly... I'd go back for that alone. It was warm, huge by croissant standards, and absolutely heavenly. I even grabbed another one to take home because Future Me deserved a little happiness too. We also tried the raspberry lemon danish, which was a delicious combo, but the pistachio croissant stole the show without breaking a sweat. We started with the poutine, and while it wasn't the traditional version I've had before, it was incredible. Instead of cheese curds blocks, it came with pulled pork and melted cheese, and somehow it just worked. Comfort food with a little Southern flair. For breakfast, we had the ham and cheese omelet with breakfast potatoes. It was exactly what you want it to be--classic, satisfying, and impossible to regret if that's your usual order. I also tried the Liquid Gold juice. Their juice selection is impressive, but I may have accidentally found my forever order on the first try. It was so refreshing, with just a hint of ginger. For a hot drink, I highly recommend the London fog. I'm not usually a tea fan but if you don't want coffee, this is an excellent option. Before we left, we picked up some of their salted caramels to go, and they make the perfect little gift... assuming you have enough self-control not to eat them all in the car. The vibe here is upscale southern diner. One of the signs on the wall said, "All are welcome, but you need to act right," and honestly, that's the kind of life advice we could all use. I also really appreciated that parking was free. In Chattanooga these days it's hard finding a place where you don't have to scan a QR code, download an app, and pay to park just to eat. Great food, great atmosphere, great service. Milk & Honey is absolutely worth a visit...and if you're debating the pistachio croissant, stop debating and just order it. Your only regret will be not getting a second one.

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    Selection of their hot sauces
    Selection of their hot sauces
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    Lemon raspberry danish
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    Local Goat

    Local Goat

    4.0
    (316 reviews)
    9.9 mi
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    I ate there a few weeks ago and am just now getting around to this review. I went with 3 friends…read moreand was able to be seated immediately upon arrival on a Friday on the patio. Taylor was our server and she was PHENOMENAL. from making us feel welcome to making us never want to leave, she had the best personality. She was prompt and checked on us many times to ensure we were enjoying our time. We ordered a couple cocktails, the blackberry mule (something like that haha) was great. I had 2! for dinner we had the spinach dip and steak nachos from the appetizer sections. The balsamic glaze on the nachos was my favorite part, just the right amount of tangy with savory. Will absolutely be coming back for those again! This is a beautiful restaurant, from the entrance to the clean and neat bathrooms. Will 100% be back.

    You walk in, and before you can even get your bearings, somebody's already pointing you toward a…read moretable like they've been expecting you all day. That's a good start. Now, the place had more noise than a family reunion after someone mentions politics--two teenage softball teams carrying on, laughing, living large. Hard to fault that. Better than silence so thick you can hear your own regrets. Food showed up quick, which is about all you can ask when you're hungry enough to consider eating the menu. And it was good--honest good. Not "tell your mama about it" good, but solid, dependable, "yep, I'd order that again" good. Prices didn't make you feel like you'd just financed somebody's boat, either. Beer was cold--like it ought to be, like it better be--and the waitress understood to be there exactly when we needed her and vanishing when we didn't. That's an art form. Now the atmosphere... well, it had all the charm of a place that once had big decorating plans and then decided, "Eh, this'll do." A little on the bare side. Felt like a Friday night that never quite got dressed up. But I'll tell you this--I'd go back. And that, right there, is about the highest praise you can give a place without writing a love letter to the chef.

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    Local Goat
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    Strawberry Salad
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    4.2
    (291 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    Housed in an old converted gas station, this spot features breakfast, brunch and lunch as it closes…read moremid-afternoon. While you can order the typical breakfast fare, my recommendation is you take full advantage of the creative offerings, that which makes this a popular spot for the locals. While there is more eating space than you realize, it is easy to assume the restaurant is too crowded, based upon the limited parking area. Don't make that mistake. The service is expedited by placing your order at the counter and the staff delivers it to your table as soon as it is ready. I had their breakfast sandwich with lox and my daughter their breakfast nachos, both were absolutely delicious! My only complaint was my vanilla latte was a little too sweet, something that is very correctable. It's a cute spot, with dining space both inside and out. It's well worth the visit and if you're too late, hit the burger bar next door.

    The Daily Ration was exactly the kind of brunch spot I love discovering while traveling…read more The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, with a neighborhood feel that makes you want to linger over coffee a little longer. There is outdoor seating for dogs, though it's not heated, so keep that in mind if you're visiting during colder weather. We were able to sit indoors with me tucked comfortably in my carrier, which made this a perfect stop on a chilly Chattanooga morning. The ordering process is a little different from a traditional restaurant. You order at the counter, grab a seat, and the staff brings everything out when it's ready. It feels more relaxed and efficient than a full-service brunch spot. The food was excellent, but the real stars were the coffee and biscuits. My humans were very happy with both, and I spent most of the meal supervising from my carrier and making sure nobody dropped any crumbs. While there isn't a dog menu, the atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, and I never felt out of place. Dogba's verdict: Great coffee, excellent biscuits, carrier-friendly indoor seating, and the perfect place to start a day of Chattanooga adventure.

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