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Gate 11 Distillery

4.1 (53 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Tony S.

If you're visiting the historic Chattanooga train station to see the famous "choo choos", this little distillery is definitely worth a stop for a cocktail made with their distilled spirits, or as we did, for a tasting. The basic tasting is any 4 of their spirits available that day. Adding more is very inexpensive, too (although after 4 shots, even communion cup size, you may not want to add too many more, especially if you're driving). Our tasting host was very knowledgeable about their spirits and helped us pick the ones we were most likely to enjoy. I wasn't wild about their whiskeys (even though this is Tennessee); I felt they lacked depth. But I found their gin to be excellent (very complex, with a lot of florals from the botanicals, but not overwhelming). The 151 rum packed a real kick. And the absinthe was also very good.

Meeka D.

My group & I had a blast hosted by Moore Fun Travel. Only thing I would have changed was there was a karaoke mic set up & we were the only ones there & they said Karaoke is not today. So we found another place to drink that would actually turn on the mic lol

Espresso martini and old fashioned
Dawn C.

This distillery is a must see while in Chattanooga. We spend an hour talking with Terry (conductor) and possibly the world's best bartender (Lindsey). The espresso martini was good but the old fashioned was chefs kiss! This will be on my must stop anytime I'm in Chattanooga.

Chris B.

Located in the old train station in downtown Chattanooga. Just a cool atmosphere. Their tequilas are quite good. The single malt is very good. Street parking. The entire station is full of entertainment venues. How cool!

Garden Tryst & Whiskey Tower
Claire M.

Great spot w/ great cocktails by the Chattanooga Choo Choo! My husband and I stopped here mid-bike ride on a week day to grab some good drinks. The location is perfect - it's shaded and right next to the train tracks by the Choo Choo. There weren't many people around so service was quick and friendly. The highlight of this place is the drinks though! The bartender said that Gate 11 is known for their gin, so I ordered a gin drink - the Garden Tryst - and my husband got the Whiskey Tower. Both drinks were SO fresh: the bartender even pulled mint leaves right out of the plant in front of the bar for my drink. Definitely a good spot for some delicious cocktails!

Stephanie S.

Great drinks for there or on the go. Quick service, nice bartender! Would definitely come back. They had good drink and shot menu.

Jeff N.

This distillery was very groovy. We had a lovely tour of where they produce all the spirits. Gate 11 has a great, efficient operation that offers a wide range of terrific spirits. The absinthe and dry gin were the true standouts that brought us to a place of nirvana. The woman who gave us the tour was incredibly knowledgeable on all the spirits, the distilling and beverage industry at large. After the tour, we did a flight of all the spirits, as well as comparing the various herbs used in the gin from a nose standpoint. We left there very satisfied and a little tipsy. Definitely a lot of fun and the bartenders serve great cocktails at the bar.

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Stefanie A.

Stopped by for a quick tasting just as we got into town! Loved the sweet staff and the great menu! Orders two drinks and loved them both! Everyone was very friendly and helpful in picking the perfect for us!

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Margaret C.

My husband and I stumbled upon this near our hotel. They were having karaoke night. The DJ did not play radio edits of songs which on a few occasions had the bartenders apologizing to parents with children and giving cringing apologetic half smiles to the older generations visually disturbed by the music choices. The DJ would let's his friends perform and play random songs between sets. When my spouse wanted to participate; the DJ took his song down and proceeded to call his friends and play songs between sets. We waited over 20 minutes waiting for my spouse to be called. We ended up leaving when the DJ had another friend perform; so uncertain if my spouse was ever called. Would recommend that the DJ plays radio edits of songs and not cater to slowly his friends or get a new DJ. The bar is small with indoor and outdoor seating and seating at the bar both indoor and outdoor. The outdoor seating is covered well and a good place to sit during unfair weather. The drinks are good. They had Thursday night specials and full menu. My spouse had a hurricane and was very happy with the first one. Mixed right and made perfectly. His refilled was not made like the first and when it was brought up; his second drink was mixed again. He told the bartender it wasn't the same still and tasted off. The bartender did not offer to make him a new one and shrugged it off. My Margarita Thursday special was good and the Lilth's Garden was fantastic.

Valerie R.

This was our favorite distillery in Chattanooga, we went twice during our 4 day visit. They had a great mix of tasting flights as well as standard cocktails and special cocktails. We enjoyed everything we tried. The staff are all super friendly and helpful in selecting drinks. The space is large inside and out, plenty of seating. It's located inside the lobby of the Chattanooga Choo-Choo hotel. There is parking in front (pay at the machine/via app) or in the garage next door (take a ticket and pay when you leave). There is a brewery operating out of one of the train cars in the back behind the distillery so make sure you pay for enough parking to visit everything in the area. An extra special shout out, the second time we went back I was taking antibiotics for an ear infection so I couldn't drink. The bartender made me a special mocktail so that I didn't have to drink water - she was the only one that whole day who went the extra mile to make me feel included. I really appreciated it!!

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5 years ago

Tried their eye on the rocks. It was okay. Generous pour. They let you walk around the gardens with your drink so that was nice.

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Great staff and exceptional drinks! We will visit every time we come back to Chattanooga.

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Excellent Gin and Vodka !! Give it a try and you can buy it locally in a liquor store :)

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7 years ago

Martini served in a plastic cup. Bartender helped himself to a $2 tip without asking. Drink tasted like sh*t.

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