We loved this restaurant! Everything was delicious! My small order of biscuits and gravy was so…read moreyummy! I also had one of the best caramel cappuccinos on the planet! The quirky atmosphere and the great service were added bonuses! I highly recommend!

The expected from recommendations: Fun, Funky and eclectic little very little restaurant (only 7…read moretables)-in a residential area north side of Chattanooga. No parking, find street parking. Put yourself on the waitlist, no reservation. Up to 1 hour wait on weekends. Menu is classic American breakfast style The not so good: the chef was not in the mood... The house pancakes are huge and fluffy corn bread style - while I was not expecting this style at all, I enjoyed the texture and flavor. Just be aware if u order for kids. That dish could have been amazing unfortunately we could only enjoy 1 as the other was burnt and hidden on the bottom of the stack. The spicy grits were clumpy and completely bland. The super dave dish was flavorless scrambled eggs with garnish on top. The biscuits were cold and dry. This local eatery could have been a 5 but the food ruined the whole experience especially after waiting 1 hour for the table and another 30 min for the food. Disappointed...

We love The Hatter, and have eaten at this whimsical little restaurant several times and absolutely…read moreloved it! However, I recently reserved The Hatter for my great granddaughter birthday. The staff was NOT trained for a tea party, which is ironic. We had reservations for 3 adults and one child....we waited over 30 minutes to get served. They brought out water and never asked if we wanted our tea. We got our tiers, but they still didn't bring out tea, we had to ask for it. The food on the tiers were not good...like a biscuit with no jam. I had to ask for small plates and we had to pour our own tea. All in all, a disappointing tea party after our 2 hour drive! My granddaughter is only 2, so she had a good, special time, and for that I praise the ambience of this cute restaurant! But since the restaurant is an Alice and Wonderland place, the staff should be trained to hold an equally magical tea party!! PS. When we got the bill, they had over charged us by 42.00. Remember, before you tip, they add a tip too! The manager did correct our card for their mistake. Sorry, The Hatter, we were very disappointed. A tea party at an Alice and Wonderland restaurant should be MAD and crazy special!

Outstanding service, decor, ambience, etc. Great food, coffee, and tea at a very reasonable price…read more The service was prompt and friendly, and the gift shop had a multitude of treasures. If you're traveling anywhere near Mentone/DeSoto State Park, this is a place you don't want to miss.

Community table or single party table availability. Some outdoo and bar seating as well…read more Speciality coffees and pastries (gf options too!!) We came for Sunday brunch and the wait staff was super friendly and helpful. Quick service and lovely atmosphere. The toasted coconut iced latte is wonderful! The Sunday menu is small but great options - we ordered the shrimp and grits and the chicken salad on focaccia. Very delicious - chicken salad is spicy served w roasted red potato hash. My shrimp and grits could've used a bit more salt but I loved the buttery flavor with chorizo added to the mix - yum yum. I got a piece of gf banana bread to go they said they could grill it for me. Really enjoyed the experience and food here.

I had high expectations after all the reviews and was sadly let down. The place is cute. Downtown…read moreand easy parking. Only 5 min wait and a large menu. The service was poor. It felt very rushed and not personable. The Maya drink was mediocre. The burrito was good. They brought my husband drink cold when he asked it hot so instead of remaking they decided to microwave it (terrible). They forgot my potatoes which was fine. Would we back? No.

The wait on Mothers Day, was only 25 minutes..They gave each Mom a flower…read more I ordered the bacon breakfast tacos. Three huge tacos with the fluffest eggs!!! I highly recommend Ruby Sunshine....

Our server Crystal was excellent. She made our experience this morning so great! She knew the menu…read morefrom the inside out and was able to make the adjustments that we needed. Our orders all came out promptly and correctly, the food quality was great. The inside of the restaurant clean with a New Orleans vibe.. my little ones French toast came out fried. This was a surprise, but they loved it and was closer to donuts but wish this had been mentioned on the menu as we may have made another choice.

Maddie provided wonderful service with a smile! Megan kept tabs on our whole group to make sure we…read morehad everything we needed.

Jordan was our server. She was nice and very attentive. We asked what she recommended and she…read moreoffered several great options. We started with the Brick Oven Pretzels and then ended up getting the Country Benedicts with hashbrowns, the Chicken & Waffles with bacon bits in the side, the French Toast Platter with side of bacon. The restaurant is cool. Open space with a full bar. They also have two conference rooms for hosting large groups. There are also several tvs with sports playing. It took quite a while to get our food, but it was hot. I tried the French Toast and it was still soggy in the middle, not completely done. Wasn't bad, just not how I like them cooked. My son must have liked the Chicken n Waffles because they did not last long, lol. I didn't mind my order. I didn't read that description through for the Country Benedicts but I'm not disappointed. I also inquired about catering and was told they do cater and have a smoker, pizza oven and that they go heavy on appetizers. Very nice!

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.

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.

We stopped in for breakfast after a brief stop in Chattanooga. I had the Philly Cheese Omelette. It…read morewas 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.

Haven't been here in about 20 years, decided to give it a try again. Nothing wrong with/ it the…read morefirst time, just not in my everyday path. Everything we tasted was delicious & hot, we didn't have to wait on a table or long on our food even though it was lunch & the parking lot was packed. Just a cute hometown, country cooking, friendly restaurant. We will be back!!

We went for breakfast this morning. I had a western omelette, biscuit and gravy. Husband had…read morehotcakes and bacon. Oh my! Our food was excellent!! Maybe the best biscuit ever? Our service was great. Karen & (owners) Stan are the Best!

We decided to take a chance on Big Bad Breakfast during the Cornbread Festival and man, am I glad…read morewe did! I was a little hesitant since we were in a new town and everything was packed, but this place totally delivered. The omelet was fluffy and packed with flavor, and the French toast... well, I wasn't expecting it to be deep fried but holy cow it worked. Crispy on the outside, soft and sweet inside, and absolutely addictive. The service was quick and friendly even with the festival crowds, and the vibe inside is fun and casual exactly what you want for breakfast. Portions are generous too, so we left stuffed and happy. If you're in the area, definitely stop by. We even walked over to the Lodge Museum afterward and made a whole morning out of it.

We were visiting Chattanooga and thought it would be fun to check out the Lodge Cast Iron Museum,…read moreso naturally we ate at Big Bad Breakfast while there. It was a random weekday morning, so it was really quiet. Our waitress was super nice and attentive. It's a casual place, with lots of tv's. I had a hard time choosing between the Yard Work Skillet and the Cornbread Omelet, but I figured where else would I find a cornbread omelet? It was SO yummy. I got the bacon on the side because I don't eat it, but there was a lovely amount of veggies and just the right amount of cheese. The cornbread eggs had such an interesting flavor. I got the cheese grits on the side which were a little spicy and deliciously creamy. My gf got a breakfast plate and thought it was good. The crispy hash cake was ok but a little dense. I ended up eating her biscuit the next day and it was really good.