I found this place online & decided to try it while visiting Chattanooga for Spring Break. I enjoyed the espresso martini & life's a peach Chicken & waffles. Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures because I dug in & realized after I cleaned my plate. Loved this place. Not too loud. Very great for families read more

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We stopped in for a late lunch after taking the Chattanooga trolley/train tour. Wanted to see a little more of the area and it was only about a half a mile from the station/public parking lot where the tours take off. If one can't walk that far there is parking around the warehouse that Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen and other shops are located in. It was a quiet afternoon around 2 pm. Our waitress was prompt and answered our questions. I was happy to see they had gluten free bread/buns. I ordered the Whisky and onion smash burger on a gluten free bun and it was so good I tried to replicate the topping with what I had back at the Airbnb we were staying at. When I get home I'll check out the ingredients better and give it another try. I had a side of green beans nicely seasoned with bacon as my side. My husband, bless his heart, ordered the honey pecan chicken salad sandwich on gluten free bread so I could taste it. It was also delicious and he had a side of home fries to die for. We would definitely come back and try more of their menu if in the area again. read more

Truly enjoyed dinner tonight (see order below). We ordered dinner last night. Usually, it's a big mistake but decided to order from Tupelo Honey. Great decision. Everything was extraordinarily delicious except the mashed potatoes. The mash was a little thin for our taste. Flavor was ok. All the veggies were cooked to perfection with the best sauces. We couldn't get over the Brussels and highly impressed with whatever that sauce was. The green tomatoes weren't soggy like most restaurants. Now, my husband knows his fried chicken and he's not one that likes it covered with anything but loved this one lightly covered with the bonfire sauce. He kept talking about how good it was. I ordered the shrimp and grits and it was delicious. It all came hot which makes a huge difference especially in satisfaction. The last takeout TH's shrimp grits wasn't as good which wasn't hot but arriving hot made a big difference. Compliments to the chef and driver delivering timely. Great job, Tupelo Honey! PS, I do like to suggest to seal the bag to avoid the driver sampling the food. It has happened with Uber drivers only. Ordered from restaurants thruout Chattanooga. We only get nervous if the delivery drivers are from Uber. We haven't had this issue from other services. Happened every time we ordered & uber delivers EXCEPT THIS TIME. MCKIMSEY was great. 1 x Famous Fried Green Tomatoes 1 x Southern Fried Okra 1 x Crispy Brussels 1 x Half Bird - Fried Chicken 1 x Bonfire Sauce 1 x Mashed Potatoes (GF) 1 x House Side Salad (GF) 1 x Add Buttermilk Ranch 1 x Tupelo's Shrimp & Grits 1 x House Side Salad 1 x Add Buttermilk Ranch read more

Haven't been to Tupelo Honey in years. I ordered the southern shashouska and coffee. The coffee wasn't the greatest and I noticed they didn't get it from a coffee pot but from a carafe. The southern shashouska was good and kept me full for several hours. I didn't order any biscuits since they are known for that. We sat at the bar since it was busy and didn't want to wait for a table. The service and food was okay, nothing special, probably won't go back to this location. I enjoyed the one in Asheville better. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Shakshuka (GF) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Server was nice, but seemed unfocused. I had eaten all of my appetizer before she remembered that she hadn't gotten my drink yet. Everything was good except the Mac & cheese. It tasted like Kraft. I had the fried chicken, sauce on the side, green beans, brussels (perfect amount of crisp), fried pickles and peach lemonade. Chicken fried crispy! So good! Try everything except the Mac lol ambiance was a nice southern flair. read more

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Food first, thoughts after... We stumbled upon this brunch place while traveling to Chattanooga. Did not have reservation and originally was going to have to wait 15 minutes but a spot opened up. They are celebrating their 25th birthday and giving free biscuits. Overall the food was good and the portion sizes were huge. Just the way I like it! I would definitely come back. read more

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Great spot. Chicken is their Jam, but they have a limited but diverse menu with breakfast items served throughout the day. I had the grilled chicken sandwich with Green Beans and Goat Cheese Grits and my companion had the Chicken BLT. Both were very good. Calista was our server and did a fantastic job. Parking tip; if you can snag a parking spot in front of the restaurant parking is free for the first 2 hours. Go to the parking kiosk and choose customer and put in your LP# and you're good to go. read more

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The food was excellent cooked to order good portions well and seasoned. Relaxed atmosphere servers were all friendly and helpful.

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar is a restaurant chain from the Carolinas that is rooted in Southern/Appalachian food traditions. The original location opened in 2000 in downtown Asheville, NC, and they now have restaurants across the country. This location in Chattanooga, Tennessee is my personal favorite, and I've taken detours on multiple roadtrips to bypass Nashville and eat here instead due to the great location, amazing customer service, and incredible food. Some of my favorite menu items from past visits include the fried green tomatoes, crab and fried chicken benedicts, shrimp & grits, root vegetable mash (Asheville location), the Southern fried okra, and the Mississippi mud pie. read more

Good food and service while there. My bad forgot to check receipt before I paid. They charged me for a coffee that we didn't get because they didn't have almond milk. So charged for item never received. Remember to check your receipts. read more

I have been to Savannah Georgia and had southern food from the motherland,,, and this place was very comparable. Our waiter was the best. He was very helpful with suggestions and was patient with some of the slow ordering people in my party. The food was amazing. The drinks were the best. I had the old fashioned flight and it was the first time I had a flight like that. The place was very open and not cluttered at all with tables. Very clean inside and out. We will definitely be back. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Old fashioned flight - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

My dad and I wanted to get dinner early. The restaurant we wanted to go to wasn't open, so we settled on Tupelo Honey. Glad I am that we did because it turned out to be the best meal we had on our trip to Chattanooga. We split the Fried Green Tomatoes as a starter, and they were delicious! The only thing I would have liked is a side of the sauce, but the flavor was there, and I really liked the accompanying grits. We split a half chicken order. I had the thigh and wing, which were so juicy and flavorful. It was a simple preparation that really let the flavor of the chicken shine through. I had Brussels sprouts as a side. They were good though a few were underdone. We had some of the pecan pie for dessert. It was good, but it had a strong alcohol aftertaste, which I could have done without. Wouldn't order this again. read more

I wish I had gotten a pic of the chicken and waffles that have been living rent free in my head ever since we tried them. We split an order and they were nice enough to send it to us on two plates - already evenly split - nice touch. It's a modern cool vibe, you can see the cooks in the kitchen working their tails off. I'll be back. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

I would love to come back to this place! We had to wait to get seated, but since it's in a mall, we just strolled around and a table was available in no time. Service was amazing and both the people and the atmosphere were warm and friendly. The food was great! I'm pretty sure I got the smothered chicken--the amount of food you get for the price you paid for is so worth it, especially since the quality was good. read more

Tupelo Honey nails Southern comfort with crispy fried green tomatoes, fluffy biscuits topped with blueberry jam, and shrimp and grits with an African twist. The food felt authentic yet elevated but at a great price. Well worth the visit and we will be back. read more

Oh my goodness!! What a delightful lunch we had. The food was delicious, the sauces were amazing! The smashed rosemary potatoes were out of this world The service was great, quick and very friendly. Attentive without being intrusive. The interior was adorable. A must try!! read more

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Food was terrible. Service was terrible. I've been to this restaurant in other locations--Asheville, Atlanta, Myrtle beach--it's always excellent, but tonight was just blah. We got there around 8 pm and it was evident that all anyone wanted to do was do their back work and go home. read more

Chicken and potato's were great. My wife loved her chicken and waffles. Waitress was a total sweetheart. Was nice sitting outside. Weather is beautiful compared to the Florida heat and humidity. read more

2nd time to Tupelo Honey. Last time was YEARS AGO.... more than 5 years ago... and I came for the promotional beer glass. Back then they were still troubleshooting their fusin food menu. It was good... but I'm foodie snob... they had room for improvement. That was the Chattanooga location back then. Today at the St Elmo location one... everything SLAPPED!! We were even bummed we couldn't do cat cafe... and the food hear filled the kitty void with delicious food. My kid got blackened Mahi mahi, mac and cheese and fries. All yum. I got the surf and turf served over creamed Spanish and fried potatoes. Aperol Sprize to drink... okay... but never seen this drink before so it was the obvious choice. Then finished with the banana pudding and Mississippi mud pie mini tasting dessert. Oh... and signed up for club and got to sample the biscuits for free. The blueberry sauce and butter on their biscuits is definitely worth your time. Tristan was our waiter and he was cool and super helpful. Kid wants to bring daddy back here ASAP. read more

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I've come to Tupelo honey a few times and love the atmosphere. Definitely a southern comfort food type of place and perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Actually, it's been a long time since I've been there, but I do remember enjoying the ambience and the service was good and whatever I ate I really liked it. I do recommend it. I gave it a four just because it's been so long since I've been there things could've changed, but I doubt it. read more

I've wanted to try this place for a while and just never had the occasion to be in the area with some free time and an appetite. So we finally tried it the day after Thanksgiving. All I can say is the food was on the low side of Denny's average. First of all the food was barely warm, always a sign of poor handling in the kitchen. I had the Farmers Omelet and the onions were under cooked and the goat cheese grits could have been good if they were even warm at all. My wife had the chicken and waffles, the waffles were good, although you only got a 1/2 waffle (2 pieces, not 4), and the chicken was way over cooked and so chewy. The service was good and so was the ambiance, thats why this isn't a one star review. Maybe this was an off day for them, but for over $50 w/tip for breakfast I expect the food to actually taste good. We won't be back. read more

We came here on a recommendation from a friend who used to live in Chattanooga! We were on a girls trips and visiting at Ruby Falls and wanted to go through Chattanooga and this was a great option! The place is super cute and very welcoming. When we arrived they wanted to seat us at a table that was next to the area where the servers are very active. We asked for a more private booth because there weren't many tables opened and we just wanted something more cozy and private. The host firmly and rudely told my friend no. It was an odd experience and after they exchanged some words, she agreed to place us in a booth, but it did take a good 10-15 min for someone to come get our drink order. Again, it was early and empty, so very strange! HOWEVER, when our waitress did come she was absolutely amazing, made the best suggestions and our food was exactly what we wanted! Definitely get the chicken!!! Everything we ate was amazing and we didn't dessert as well, which I highly recommend!! This would have easily been 5+ stars had it not been for the first part...I would definitely go again! read more

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Was a meh for me. Went there on a Sunday afternoon for a book club meeting. My seasonal old fashioned (pictured) was $16.50!!! No wonder price was not listed anywhere. Service was slow and inconsistent. I had the biscuits, which were excellent and poblano chicken soup which was good but could have been served warmer. So kind of pricy for a so-so experience. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Seasonal Old Fashioned - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Brunch vibes done right! We popped into Tupelo Honey for a quick brunch and left totally impressed. Kicked things off with a spicy Bloody Mary--topped with all kinds of goodies, including bacon (yes, please!)--and it set the tone for a great meal. We sampled a few dishes, but the clear standout was the Nashville hot spicy chicken sandwich--crispy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of kick. Pure Southern comfort with a twist. The decor was fun and fresh, with bright colors and cool touches like old doors and vintage windows repurposed in creative ways. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to walk us through the menu. Only heads-up: parking isn't free, so plan ahead. Otherwise, a solid spot for brunch--drop in and treat yourself to some elevated Southern cooking. We'll be back! read more

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Overall, we had a really good experience. The food had great flavor. I especially enjoyed the shrimp and grits. Even though I know this restaurant is known as a brunch place, I was a bit surprised with the few number of true dinner options on the menu since they're open for dinner hours. While our waiter was good, the hostess left much to be desired. She did not smile or greet us when we walked in And appeared less than thrilled that we were there that evening. I'd love to go back and try their brunch. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Shrimp and grits, crispy Brussels, and the blueberry margarita - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our visit back to Chattanooga and this was our brunch spot we chose. Food was good. The service was great. Mathew was our waiter and he was so attentive and friendly/helpful. The place itself is nice and the breeze it's cool that runs through it. My husband and I enjoyed our food and will be back. read more

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We went here for an early dinner while in town from Cincinnati Ohio. The atmosphere was cook a little fancy meets eclectic. Emily our server took really good care of us. For food we started with the Fried Pickles, my wife and I split Ashville Hot Mac n Cheese Chicken n Waffles and the Fried Green Tomatoes. My daughter had the Classic Chicken n Waffles. I particularly liked the Fried Pickles, they were the size of small potatoe chips, really salty though. The Fried Green Tomatoes were good, very unique and tasty twist for old country classic. The Ashville Hot Mac n Cheese Chicken n Waffles were delicious. Its fried chicken on top of fried mac n cheese on top of a waffle. We actually ordered it with the sirracha honey on the side, which I'm glad we did becsuse it was pretty spicy. Definitely enjoyed the experience. Would probably return next time we come to Chattanooga. read more

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This place has a lot a different things on the menu to bad I could not try more. But I tried a unique dish Asheville hot Mac & cheese waffles. I thought at first it was going to be a small dish boy was I wrong! The portion size was big and a good deal for the price. I love the spiciness of the sauce. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. The shrimp and grits was creamy with some big shrimp in them. The place def has a southern charm about it and our server was nice. read more

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We love Tupelo Honey and look forward to visiting when we are in town! We've ordered the fried green tomatoes with grits, chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, Asheville hot chicken and ranch melt with brussels sprouts and the farmhouse breakfast platter. They happily accommodated our special requests ie extra sausage gravy. This restaurant is definitely how we picture southern cuisine and hospitality. We highly recommend that you check it out! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Fried green tomato with grits app! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Come early or expect to wait because they do get slow because everything is made fresh. Fried chicken is just ok. The melt is amazing with some spicy honey sauce they have if you ask for it on the side. All the vegetables are fresh and good but they have to put so much salt on everything. Ambiance is good. They have some cool fan belt setup and squeaks that did drive me crazy, but the art on the way to the bathroom made up for it. read more

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I have eaten here at Plano and Chattanooga. They revamped the menu in between my visits. I enjoyed both times. I wish I had one closer to me. read more

Excellent service and clean fun and bright atmosphere. Nice Southern charm located in downtown area. I ordered an iced tea and a salad with grilled chicken. Nice vinaigrette dressing. Fried pickles were great. read more

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Wonderful ambiance with a cute little mall/building attached to. Biscuits were to die for. Loved the goat cheese grits and fried pickles. Server was great. Chicken pecan salad sandwich was just ok, wouldn't order again read more

After a long day running around chattanooga this was a close walk to our hotel. Staff was accommodating and kind to us and our kids. Food was delicious and hit the spot. The rosemary potatoes were the best thing!!! We couldn't get enough of it, my husband had the meatloaf and not a fan, all our burgers and chicken sandwiches were delicious. read more

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I love this place! I've eaten here a couple of times, once before the pandemic and then today, and both times the food has been fantastic. I love the sweet potato pancake. I order my bacon extra crispy and then crumble it over the pancake to get the bacon, pecan, maple syrup flavor combo with the pancake and it's SO good. My friend and I also split the flight of mimosas. The pineapple was my favorite. Service was very good and our server was attentive. She took our order promptly and brought our food out hot and with my friend's special requests perfectly done. The restaurant has a cool farmhouse vibe to it without being too casual. You can wear a nice pair of jeans or dress up a bit more, but it's not dressy dressy. It's family friendly but also has a full bar. It's very popular, especially for brunch, and I definitely recommend a reservation, which you can make online. I'll definitely be back again! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Mimosa flight. Yum! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Food: INCREDIBLE. The Salmon was perfect and the creamy quinoa with veggies was amazing. (I would order again). The gumbo was insanely tasty. Fried pickles.. YUM! The biscuits made me want a dozen more! The presentation & tableware was beautiful and thoughtful. Service: Our server was great! He knew the menu thoroughly, was attentive, and friendly. Ambiance: 10/10. This place was wonderful for dine-in. The decor, music, seating & location was great. I can't wait to return! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Fried Pickles* Bowl of Sausage & Beer Gumbo Grilled Salmon & Creamy Quinoa Biscuits For A Cause - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Perfect spot to grab quick lunch. They have lunch specials where you can get 1/2 sandwich and side salad. I enjoyed my salad with balsamic dressing and sliders were really good but really small. So if you are really hungry maybe choose something else. I heard their brunch is good so I need to check that out read more

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Love, love, love this place! This restaurant gives chic farmhouse vibes. They have a nice playlist & the decor makes you feel at home. I love how the menu has something for everyone. My husband had a local beer, while I had a watermelon margarita. Both were delish. We had fried green tomatoes to start with. They come over grits & they are cut pretty thick! I had the smothered chicken, I chose to have my white gravy on the side. I'm not really a fan of gravy, so I got some honey sriracha sauce to go with it. It was really good. The chicken was fried to perfection & super tender. For my sides, I chose the Mac & cheese which was very creamy and the Brussel sprouts & they were seasoned nice! My husband had the meatloaf, it was a tad bit salty but it was really good. He chose collards and crispy potatoes for his sides and they were really good as well. We let our server know that we were celebrating our anniversary & she brought us some banana pudding on the house. If you were wondering, it has more banana than cookie. Emma was lovely btw, super sweet. Thank you Emma! Overall, definitely will go back.. might go back before we head home lol read more

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We stumbled upon this place after trying another local place with a super long line. Tupelo seated us so fast on a Saturday night! The staff was great and made jokes and great recommendations. Everyone in my party loved their food and drinks. The ambience of the place is super cute too. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Classic Chicken* & Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee