City Cafe Diner is one of the most unassumingly awesome places we've been to in a long time! We almost didn't go because it's attached to a hotel, but my husband encouraged us to give it a try and I am SO glad we did! The diner itself was super cute and welcoming, and Kya was absolutely amazing! She made our experience even better with such great service. And the food... SOOO good! I ordered the French toast, and it was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. My husband had the Hungry Man Burrito, and he loved it! This place completely exceeded our expectations. Don't let the location fool you City Cafe Diner is 100% worth the stop! We're so glad we gave it a try and would definitely come back! read more

City Cafe Diner - Strawberry French toast - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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my mom and i stopped by here yesterday for dinner. we were sat pretty quickly and waited on by a very friendly guy, he was super nice and was just wonderful! i ordered the cajun wrap with no sour cream, but kept the salsa and pickle, added a side of guacamole and got the baked potato with no butter as a side. it really hit the spot. there were so many little shrimp in the wrap with a healthy amount of peppers and onions! the baked potato was hot and with the salsa and guacamole it was just all so good. i love coming here for something quick that has a variety of nearly every kind of cuisine. we were sat in the side by a window, and we weren't bothered by excess noise or any trash. clean and peaceful experience. read more

City Cafe Diner - Cajun Wrap with a baked potato, Side of Salsa (3 Oz), and a pickle - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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We stopped in for breakfast after a brief stop in Chattanooga. I had the Philly Cheese Omelette. It was served with a delicious side of home fries and toast. My husband had the fiesta omelette which he said was very good and had the right amount of kick. My daughter had a breakfast burrito which she said was tasty. Definitely a great stop for a hearty, yummy breakfast. read more

City Cafe Diner - Philly Cheese Omelette - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Food is good. Management could be better. Tried to charge me almost $4 for some extra mustard. I got the Mexican burger with some mods. Weird they don't have pepper jack and that I had to order bacon on the side just to be able to put it on my burger. Overall the food was fast and fresh, and most importantly they cooked my burger to the exact temp that I asked. Win all day. read more

We went here for the first time today and thoroughly enjoyed our meals. I appreciate the large menu with some healthy options and late hours. We got sat right away and our server was prompt and friendly. Only reason I can't give 5 stars is because they don't let you make additions to anything (you can remove ingredients, but not add). I understand the idea of why, they don't want to have everything turn into a create-your-own dish, but having to order onions and peppers on the side of my burrito and put it in myself wasn't really cutting it for me. read more

City Cafe Diner - Breakfast burrito, Side of Tater Tots, banana - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

They wouldn't serve beer to me because I didn't have my ID, and our rude waitress said that it was per Tennessee law. That's false. Per Tennessee law, restaurants are deemed "discretionary" where ID is concerned and the age in question here is 73 years old. I think this waitress should be properly trained where the legal requirements were met. They were rude and disrespectful. read more

It takes a long time to get your food and some of it is hard to eat, but I liked the service and the atmosphere.

It's pretty bad. The "avocado" toast is old brownish avocado spread on untoasted bread. The fruit cup was doused in a mystery juice and some of the fruit still had the stickers on it. I never send plates back, but that one I did. The french toast and eggs Benedict tasted like soap. The stuff was probably plated onto wet plates that still had soap on them. The French toast had all told 3 grains on powdered sugar on it, and deflated whip cream. Everything seemed like it had been sitting out for a while, but it couldn't have been because it came out quickly. Maybe they recycled someone else's order?? I wasn't expecting much, but this place is pretty freaking bad. Wait staff is nice, but food is horrible. read more

This place is incredible to be attached to a motel. I was very impressed with the omelet I had; it was delicious. The food was affordable, fresh, and having stayed at the motel it was attached to, it was convenient. I will definitely go back to here. The people who worked there were so kind, and the interior was cutely matching to the theme of the restaurant. read more

City Cafe Diner - Breakfast Burrito - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

A coworker went into the City Cafe be the Subaru dealership. His Philly cheeses teak had a cooked roach in it. This place went from good to avoided. read more

Oh my Lord, I have to say that I have never had a piece of cake so delicious in my life!!! Best ever!! And lunch was delicious too Very cute interior and excellent service too! read more

City Cafe Diner - Exterior - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

2 words! FRIED .CATFISH. I hope to god it's this good every time and not just a fluke for my visit. Evan was beyond great waiting on us as a party of 6. read more

This place is a must if you are in the area. We did brunch and the menu is covered with several options. The food was perfect and the service outstanding. read more

I haven't been to this location since the move a few years ago. The space is clean and large. Staff friendly and we were seated quickly. Our server never put in the app we ordered, but besides that there weren't any issues. Our food was served warm and was delicious (for diner food). The desserts are what they've always been known for and while the slices are huge -I mean for $8 they should be, but they were overall dry and not the best. read more

Service and food are always great. We've been here several times and have never been disappointed. It's a must-stop whenever we're on vacation--we make time just to eat here. read more

City Cafe Diner - Brownie cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Wonderful food. Amazing service. We had to take our cake to go because we were too full, but it was amazing! read more

City Cafe Diner - Amazing cakes at City cafe :) - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

The food was ok. There was nothing special to it. The menu is huge and I think the quality is sacrificed because of it. Their service was not great at all. They were kind when seating me and taking my order, but then no one ever came back to check in on me. I was going to order dessert but after being forgotten about for over 20 minutes I just went to the front to pay and left. The place was quiet with music playing but it was not loud. It seemed clean and organized inside. read more

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The regular lunch and dinner is good, but nothing outstanding. BUT, when ready for dessert, they "take the cake"! A huge piece of pie or cake is brought to you. The chocolate is rich, and cream cheese well balanced. My personal favorite is the Italian Cream Cake, which taste like we had for our wedding in '95. Well worth the money. read more

High marks for City Cafe Diner are well deserved, despite being located in an odd location attached to a motel. A huge selection of cakes greet you as you walk in, which looked delicious, but not something I could partake in as I was there for breakfast. Despite the place hopping with customers, we were seated right away. We ordered a 3 egg omelet and a pecan waffle. The omelet (4/5) was about as good as you're going to get at a diner, and prepared as requested to perfection. The pecan waffle (5/5) was probably the best waffle I had in years. The pecans added an unexpected element of deliciousness to the recipe and the waffle was perfectly crisp without being overdone, and had a bit of powdered sugar on top. The prices are very reasonable and service very friendly, so don't mind rounding up to 5 stars as it was a near perfect diner experience. As far as negatives, they were out of expresso beans, so couldn't make the cappuccino I wanted, and the only hit caffeinated option was coffee. Despite this, I wouldn't hesitate in returning when in Chattanooga or recommending City Cafe Diner to others. read more

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This was our 2nd visit. Typical diner food we just had breakfast nothing out of the ordinary or that really stood out. This visit we just stopped to pick up some dessert so many varieties of delicious cakes. You really can't go wrong. Service was fast. Place was busy. read more

We've enjoyed consistently good food at City Cafe Diner over the years. The service is excellent and the portions are generous. I particularly like the Greek specialties. read more

The best variety, more than you can eat great service! Desserts are something to brag about!

Disgusting. Couldn't cook a single item correctly. SUNY side up eggs were burnt on the bottom and yolk was solid. Potatoes weren't even cooked all the way. Sausage was literally just a tube of grease. The bacon looks like someone's old dirty napkin, the pancakes tasted like raw flour with the center not even cooked all the way. My toast wasn't even remotely toasted, I got no butter for my toast or my pancakes and 2 small packs of syrup..... this place is not only a massive rip off cause the quantity and quantity are trash but they cant even cook a single basic food item..... I get messing up 1 or 2 items but to butcher an entire order just shows the restaurant isn't actually good and just pays for the good reviews read more

I always liked the shrimp. This is the second time that I got it and it was Terrible. No taste or seasoning. The first time the shrimp had to much seasoning. I wasn't pleased with the meal. read more

We were hesitant to stop here due to the location but we trusted the reviews. The employees were friendly and our waiter was attentive. The portions were large and the food was tasty. It was so difficult to resist the desserts but we were absolutely full! read more

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Worst diner experience and food I ever had. When you sit a booth with 3 people the server should understand that the table has silverware for 2 and other set is needed. Second, the servers should know the menu, ours did not know the vegetables the cafe has, no he is not new. Third and most important, the cook, expediter, and server should look at the plated food to make sure that it is correct l. Apparently the staff here does not because my wife was expected to eat old, cold, freezer burt green beans. Another point, aside from all of our food was cold, the server failed to provide knives to the table. Yup pulled my food apart with 2 forks. Me. Server, the knife is the straight thing with a jagged side. read more

First off, the case of desserts when you walk in the door is nothing short of Amazing! Service was excellent and breakfast was divine! I highly recommend the banana and pecan pancakes!! read more

City Cafe Diner - Banana Pecan Pancakes - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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does not know how to make a sandwich the right way it seems like no one in that restaurant on the morning shift

I love this place. Large menu everything is good. My waitress, Alisha, was very friendly and attentive. read more

City Cafe Diner - Gyro Platter - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Food was average, not really good like in the past, bacon strips were tiny! Service has declined as well, coffee not refilled very often, no water offered, (others at table when we arrived had it) wait person always gone, not available. It's cold outside and temps were not warm inside. read more

Loved how extensive the menu is. Makes it easy for large groups as everyone can find something they like. We enjoyed the true diner "feel". Service was great too! read more

Stopped on my way through Chattanooga. This place is attached to a motel and I came from the opposite direction and got confused. How handy for those staying here! The food is good. The menu is HUGE. The service is good - everyone was friendly and efficient. The place was clean as well. The cakes look amazing so save room! I didn't and I regret that. read more

City Cafe Diner - Buffalo chicken wrap, Texas fries, water and DR. Pepper - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

The location is easy to get to, the ambience is great and the food was delicious! Prices were very reasonable.

In town on vacation and this place was recommended. Went there on 7/3 only had sandwiches. The sandwiches were good and the staff friendly, and on the ball. 7/4 After the experience from 7/3, we decide to actually try something other than sandwiches. We were seated promptly, and our drink order was taken. When the waiter returned, I ordered scallops my daughter got Chicken a la Romo. The kitchen had our order out fast. Both meals were good and more than enough food. However, the waiter sucked. He never came back to the table after delivering our meals. He walked past 4 times dealing with other tables. I attempted to get hslus attention, and he just kept walking. Don't think being a waiter is a good choice for this guy. Kitchen and the rest of the staff 100%. Waiter-1% and no tip. read more

A pleasant surprise! This mother daughter duo from Massachusetts were strolling along Broad St in Chattanooga when we saw the City Cafe Diner sign. We entered the restaurant and asked to preview the menu. Within 30 seconds we knew we wanted to eat here! The menu is extensive for breakfast, lunch, and dinner items. And the restaurant is open seven days a week/24 hours a day! And there are tempting, and delectable desserts; cakes with three layers high, and creamy, fresh pies and bakery items. Yum! The staff are dedicated to their craft of serving and working as a team, exchanging pleasantries with the customers - including AJ who was our server. Even the four individual bathroom stalls are in top notch condition! I had to introduce myself to the General Manager and paid the above compliments to him, to make him aware of how pleased I was with everything. Leslie Smith, formally of Marshfield, Mass, now a Chattanooga resident. read more

I didn't expect a place with this many options to be as good as it was. They had many vegetarian options. I ate the spinach cake which came with an incredible salad and pita. I did not eat the dessert but the party with me did and they loved it. Although it was not cheap it was well worth their money. read more

City Cafe Diner - Spinach Cake - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

The service is on point. No wait at the door and not a long wait for the food to hit the table. Breakfast was good however the French toast was not. Cute little diner. read more

There was a bug in the food and they didn't even take the salad off the bill. Evidence below... read more

City Cafe Diner - The Greek Salad - Desserts Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

We came here for the huge variety of cakes and stayed for some lunch too. The staff was so friendly and food came out quickly. We come to Chattanooga a few times a year and we'll be adding this to our rotation. The cake slices are huge (we were celebrating a 10 year old birthday) and very tasty. As a baker, I'm typically disappointed by cake I eat at restaurants but everything we tried was worth the calories. Thanks for the great time! read more

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Great food as always with plenty to take home. Service was good. I haven't been disappointed yet.