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    The Daily Ration

    4.2 (290 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Yas D.

    A hidden gem in Chattanooga! Daily Rations quickly became one of my favorite brunch spots. The food is freshly made, and you can taste the quality in every bite. I really appreciated the vegan options, which made it easy for me to enjoy a hearty, satisfying meal without compromising my diet. The vibe is chill and service is welcoming--perfect for a laid-back weekend brunch or catching up with friends. And let's talk about the lattes... not only were they delicious, but they were also adorably presented, almost too cute to drink (almost!). If you're in Chattanooga and looking for a place with good vibes, fresh food, and options for everyone, definitely check out Daily Rations. I'll be back for sure!

    Amy G.

    We really liked this place - food was delicious. They had Gluten free bread. My partner had the fried chicken, said it was good. We ordered at the front & they brought the food to our table. Everyone who worked here that day was very nice. We sat outside, plenty of seating.

    Basic breakfast
    Kathy F.

    My goodness! What a delicious breakfast! My partner had the huevos rancheros plate and I had their basic breakfast plate. We both loved our breakfast! The service was excellent. Fast and friendly. And the interior was adorable. Open and airy. With a large outdoor patio also. You could tell everything was made in house. My only suggestion would be to go all the way and have quality jam to put on their beautiful biscuits!

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    Lizzy B.

    Best breakfast/brunch spot in Chattanooga! We love stopping here any chance we get, even if we are just driving through! Service is always wonderful and fast, even when they are busy! Food is so yummy, and there is a great variety of both food and drinks. Lots of indoor and outside seating. Worth the wait if there is a line. And they seem to have a good system going even when it is very busy.

    Breakfast!
    Robin H.

    Delicious breakfast! Bacon and biscuits were amazing. Order at counter and they bring the food to your table. Great servers. Set up in a converted garage, lots of indoor and outdoor space. Fun vibe.

    Semaria S.

    My second visit and this time I tried the chicken and waffles and daily potatoes. No complaints. The serving was large and flavorful. There was brunch cocktail special for a hibiscus martini I couldn't pass up. Price $10 and it was a great option for the outdoor patio vibe.

    Sydney W.

    Really good breakfast!!! I had the chilaquiles- they had the perfect amount of spice and different flavors going on! The service was so quick, and there were lots of places to sit which I always appreciate!

    Blueberry flapjacks
    Nicole P.

    The food was delicious. I got the blueberry flapjacks. Real blueberries! So yummy. I also got a vanilla latte which was probably the best I've ever had. Just the right amount of sweetness. No fake vanilla taste. We'll definitely be going back.

    Breakfast plate with vegan chorizo, scrambled eggs, potatoes and biscuit
    Cherelle J.

    Cute place we went for breakfast. I ordered the gingerbread chai coffee. The veggin out and the breakfast plate. Everything was delicious, really loved the gingerbread chai.

    Fried Chicken & Waffle
    Kiersten W.

    This was definitely worth the line. Took some time for our food to come out, but it was fresh & DELICIOUS! Would highly recommend the Fried Chicken & Waffle and Fried Chicken & Grits

    Chelsea G.

    Esthetic brunch spot that plates & presents well. Things you should know: I. PARKING There's a private lot out front and street parking available. You'll always be able to find somewhere to park your car. II. SERVICE You order at the register and pay. They'll give you a number and then serve your food/drink accordingly. They were relatively timely about getting our orders out; however, my cold brew came out after my food. I found that odd. III. QUALITY You get a lot of food, but the price of this place is like inner-city NY or ATL. My meal was $30. I want to assume you're paying for quality ingredients and the ambience. My coffee, however, I could not say was to my standard. It was very watered down in flavor and disappointing for the price. IV. CAPACITY Fair amount of available seats inside and outside for a Friday late-morning.

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    Kevin K.

    I enjoy finding eateries where it is possible to dine outside. The Daily Ration is one of those places. In fact, we were able to comfortably enjoy our meal in a covered area while it was raining. A nearby table of guests included young children whose parents allowed them to play in the uncovered outdoor area providing us with lively entertainment. Seating is also available indoors featuring an industrial atmosphere. Our delicious breakfast included scrambled eggs, potatoes and a side of fruit from an ample menu. It was a meal that we look forward to enjoying again soon!

    Southern eggs Benedict
    Mark W.

    Walked in on a Monday around 1pm. Order taken quickly. Took about 30 min to get food, not a big crowd. I got the southern Benedict and it was very good.

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    We ordered the Chicken and Wafflew and Sourhern Benedict. OMG ...:the Chicken and Waffles. The best I've ever had!! Def recommend

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