Fat Boy&#x27;s Roadside Eats

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.

Our first experience with Local Goat was in Sevierville, TN while visiting Gatlinburg. I had no…read moreidea they had a second location and when we stumbled across the Ooltewah location, we had to try it, since we enjoyed the one in East TN so much. We were not disappointed. My wife and I tend to share an appetizer and a main most times when we dine out. We started out with the stuffed piquillo peppers and they did not disappoint! If you are a fan of goat cheese you will love these too. The sweetness of the pepper with the tang of balsamic coupled with the smooth taste of the goat cheese is almost to die for! We then shared the Pimento burger with fries and those too were outstanding! The burger is not overwhelmingly big, but big enough for two to share. The fries were absolutely delish! The service was good as well. I don't remember anything over-the-top outstanding but these days, decent service might actually qualify as over-the-top relative to what you see at most establishments! (so sad) Definitely worth a try if you are in the Chattanooga area.

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Mediterranean Salad with grilled chicken added

Davis Wayne's

4.1(108 reviews)

We had dinner reservations to celebrate 4 friends who came in town for their birthdays. One of the…read moreguys heard about the place from his coworker and said we had to go! So we arrive just about 15 minutes early but were immediately seated. It was a bit confusing about where the host stand is since there are two entrances... but no problem because the owner was at the bar to greet us. The customer service is top tier! The venue is beautiful! But the food ... left something to be desired. I ordered the pot roast based on recommendations from the waiter. He also recommended the greens over the green beans. I also added a side of mashed potatoes and fried corn. So first, the plate came out messy (see pic). It would have only taken a second to wipe off the edge of the plate. Then the pot was appeared shredded and covered in thyme and rosemary. Both over powered the meat. I'm wondering if I had the last piece and they covered things up with the extra seasoning from the bottom. My friend also ordered the pot roast and although hers was also chopped, she did not have as much thyme and rosemary- although she complained that it was too much. Next the greens tasted unseasoned and undercooked. The fried corn was not fried but were kernels of sweet corn in some type of cornstarch slurry - awful! The mashed potatoes are boxed but edible however the white gravy was not good. I missed on the menu that the gravy is white - it should be brown. Finally, we received a piece of cornbread- it was very dense but sweet. My friends liked it but I did not. My friends had a mix of feelings from "it was good" to "just ok but I won't take my left overs home." Needless to say I also did not take my left overs home. One saving grace about the meal was the fruit tea! It was delicious! I also ordered two chocolate covered strawberries for dessert and I wished I ordered more! Since it was four friends birthday- the singer (yes there was live music) called out their names and sang a rendition of "Happy Birthday". This same singer had the room up and dancing on several song! She did a wonderful job. Plus the restaurant provided a free dessert to each of the four birthday friends! They all enjoyed their desserts! So the verdict... the venue is beautiful and a vibe for a Saturday night but unfortunately I won't return for the good. There are much better spots for soul food at much cheaper price point!

We have eaten here numerous times and always have excellent service and amazing food. I love the…read morefamily photos on the walls, the big smiles and friendly hellos from all of the staff, and the food options. I grew up eating southern home cooked meals and this place offers dishes that remind me of those memories. If you've not tried this phenomenal location, do yourself a favor and stop in!

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Shane's Rib Shack

4.2(73 reviews)

2.6 mi

The hubby first experienced Shane's Rib Shack catered at work and was pleasantly surprised by the…read morefood. We put it on our to visit list, and today was the day we finally visited. What initially brought us in this day was that we saw their anniversary special advertised, the $5 Big Dad Special (a hard to beat deal, and side note, happy 22 years to Shane's Rib Shack!). There were no substitutions allowed, and since we wanted their delicious sides, we opted for their pork plate with fried okra and potato salad ($10). This plate was large enough for the two of us to share, and we happily did. Just as the first time the hubby had their catered BBQ, in-house did not disappoint either. Everything was delicious! Their ranch sauce was on point for the fried okra, too. Sweet tea was as desired, and the peach cobbler is perhaps the best peach cobbler we've enjoyed to date. Service was friendly, the facility was clean, and there's dog friendly patio seating available as well. Great first visit, and we see more Shane's Rib Shack in our futures.

Yes, it's a chain but the food was really good. After too many beers and not enough food at the…read morenearby beer bar, I needed to get something to eat and spend a bit of time filtering the alcohol from my blood before doing any serious driving. Shane's hit the spot. I chose the pulled pork and it was a good portion. Quite moist and plenty of it, I did have to put a bit of the "original" sauce on their to get the real meat flavor out of it. With that, it was great. For sides, the cole slaw was great. Crisp and not wet with mayo, there were a few bigger pieces of cabbage. This isn't fine chopped slaw and it isn't thin floss. There's some bit to this. The green beans had a great flavor but were beyond mushy. No crispness to them at all, I think perhaps these had been cooked/heated some time earlier in the day. Overall, a good meal at a good price point. [Review 18847 overall - 370 in Tennessee - 2370 of 2022.]

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Tasty pork sandwich

Creekside Bar & Grille

4.2(5 reviews)

2.0 mi

In my personal opinion this is a fanatic place to get some quality comfort food with good service…read more It is located inside of Sprint Hill Suites so there is easy parking. Prices are fair and the food is served fresh and hot. This is a place that if in the area I would make an effort to return again.

The was really good food. We went for an after graduation celebration and had a part of about 10…read more EVERYONE was satisfied with their meal and drinks. Great atmosphere too. The service was on point. Visit if you want great food and service.

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1885 Grill - Ooltewah

3.5(173 reviews)

I like 1885! We go every few years when we're in the area visiting family…read more The service is consistent and kind. The ambiance is family-friendly while being a bit upscale. The food is good! I got the salmon with green beans and ground grits. I had no idea ground grits comes fried, which was a bit of a bummer considering there is no description to show the ground grits come fried. On the bright side, my salmon and the green beans were delicious. I had some of my husband's shrimp Alfredo and it was incredible! I'd definitely ask to get the salmon with the alfredo next time.

Was in the area with work and stopped in for dinner. Loved the area and the atmosphere of the…read morerestaurant. Was seated at a high top close to the bar, service was slow for the amount of people in the restaurant. I had the shrimp and grits, they were okay, nothing really special about them. I would definitely go back, just probably try something different.

Side patio

Appetizer okra and pimento cheese

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French Fries

Wine Down Bistro & Lounge

3.9(218 reviews)

came here for lunch with my mom. it was an absolutely amazing meal!! our waiter was super friendly…read moreand kept our waters filled. our food took no time at all to arrive and everything was just delicious. i got the chicken & brie sandwich with a side of fruit and also ordered two oysters as well. my mother ordered the garden skillet with cheesy grits and the fried green tomatoes. the chicken & brie caught my eye due to the strawberry jam and apples and i am obsessed. it was so good! the fried green tomatoes were perfect, especially with the pico de gallo and the pimento cheese. the tomato slices were thick and definitely tasted fresh. the oysters tasted fresh, not old, and i loved the hot sauce that came with them. my coffee was definitely delicious as well, i added sugar free hazelnut syrup to it. my mom's garden skillet was really good too, i tried a bite. i absolutely love this place and look forward to coming back to try something new.

Came for the monte Cristo. But as of a month ago they no longer serve it…read more My over easy eggs were a little over cooked Breakfast potatoes in my burrito were undercooked and a bit hard but overall a solid place to have some breakfast. My lady had the eggs Benedict and it was great. Portions are generous Drinks are delicious Music playlist was pleasant

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Japanese Fried Cauliflower was AMAZING & it's a HUGE order so WOOHOO for air fry leftovers

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Wine Down Entrance

Hoptown Beer Bar

4.3(40 reviews)

You can find Hoptown Beer Bar at 9431 Bradmore Ln Ste 101, Ooltewah, TN 37363. This is in a newish…read moreretail village and while not technically Chattanooga, it's close enough that it may be worthwhile to visit if you're nearby. There's plenty of parking nearby so you don't have to walk far. This neat beer bar reminds me of the crowler shops that you used to find around Atlanta, with around 30 taps containing about a thrid local beer, so you can sample several local breweries without visiting each one (they're mostly not too near each other so this is very convenient). The taproom "beertender" seemed to be fairly knowledgeable regarding the various offerings - there's also a convenient list highlighting the different beers with style notes. We sat at the bar and were able to bring in some food from the nearby restaurants (I grabbed some wings at the nearby Marthie Ann's which were excellent). To drink I tried Hoptown's own Orange Mango Wheat - a somewhat basic wheat beer with hings of sweet tangerine and mango - nothing special. I had a Maine Brewing "Lunch" with the wings which is always a winner - it's an exceptional New England IPA. Service was great - I can see myself hitting Ooltewah just to come by for a break in driving.

Two hours sitting on a stool in the corner near the power outlet this evening. This is a fun spot…read morewith a friendly vibe but folks seemed to know that I wanted to peck away at my computer and left me to my own device. Great beers. I had the "Beer Flavored Beer" that was absolutely excellent and followed that up with the "Crisp AF Pilsner" that was also very good. Tasty and exactly what a beer is supposed to taste like. The do have a wifi, a power outlet or two and a big stack of board games. And lots of beer, wine and cocktails. [Review 18172 overall - 301 in Tennessee - 1694 of 2022.]

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Entrance to Hoptown Beer Bar

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

2.9(73 reviews)

1.9 mi

Ordered Barrel cheese burger and fries done medium well. Looked very appetizing at first glance…read more Served with mayonnaise, lettuce, and tomato. Fries were excellent, but the burger was a different story. Bun was stale and falling apart. Burger was rare side of medium and had a lighter fluid after taste. Nasty! I managed to eat half, before I had to give up on it. The bread and butter pickles were very good, but two small pickles was not enough. There was too much mayonnaise which along with the crumbly bun required the use of a fork to eat.

We had an excellent late lunch here today! Landon our…read moreserver was the best we have ever experienced at a Cracker Barrel. The food was fresh and served fast and the place was well kept! Thanks for such a great experience!

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Champy's Famous Fried Chicken

4.1(396 reviews)

4.0 mi

Amazing kind ans patience service. Everyone smiled at me and food was fast. Would recommend.read more

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.

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Fried chicken

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City Cafe Diner

4.1(378 reviews)

2.1 mi

my mom and i stopped by here yesterday for dinner. we were sat pretty quickly and waited on by a…read morevery 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.

2 words! FRIED…read more.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.