Delicious fresh food. Not what you would expect from the looks of the establishment... not in a bad…read moreway at all. It just looks more like a bar rather than a place that would serve high quality fresh meals. Everything was clean and the service was great. We got a high top in the bar area and they had a high chair that was tall enough for our son to reach the table. It was great! We ordered the caesar salad to start.... made perfectly. Then we got our entrees. Pictured below.... Both exceeded our expectations! We got our son the kids buttered noodles and he ate a lot of my chicken that I ordered. Great dinner and we ALL highly recommend!

On a recent trip to the area, we decided to stop here for lunch after reading the great Yelp…read morereviews. I must admit that the reviews were spot on. Everything about this experience was top-notch! From being seated quickly upon entering, to explaining how the ticket validation thing worked (more info at the end), customer service was some of the best I've been shown. The ambiance is chic but casual-great for both cozy date night or fun family night. Our server was so friendly and patient as we asked questions about the menu. I ordered the grilled salmon with spicy crab remoulade and my guy ordered the smoked wings with a side of fries. I was happy that I was able to select my own sides from the ones on the menu so I opted for the fried Brussels sprouts with maple and bacon and the buttermilk whipped potatoes. After a short wait, our food was brought out. This was truly one of the best salmon dishes I have ever eaten! The salmon was cooked to my liking, the potatoes were soft and fluffy and the fried Brussels sprouts were absolutely divine and perfect. The remoulade was a little salty but it may have been just been my taste. The potatoes helped with that so it was not a deal breaker. My guy was pleased with his food as well and I could tell he enjoyed everything he ate. We agreed that we would take this trip back just to eat this meal again. It was truly a wonderful experience, from beginning to end. I highly recommend trying this gem out! Pro Tip: The restaurant validates parking. If you park in the lot across the street, do not prepay on the app or online. Ask the servers at the front to validate to save the $18 parking fee before you order and within 15 minutes after entering. Unfortunately, we didn't do this and the restaurant cannot reimburse the money after you've already paid. You've been warned!

Still awesome we come 3 times a year on golf trips, downstairs staff and upstairs staff is great!…read more And the food is great as well! Balls of fire are a got too!

While the dishes did need some salt, the other flavors were there. The staff was very friendly and…read moreaccommodating. I sat outside and even though there was traffic, it still felt relaxing.

# Scottie's on the River -- Chattanooga, Tennessee…read more **A Beautiful Setting, Remarkable Potato Soup, and a Few Delightful Surprises** There are restaurants one visits for the food, others for the atmosphere, and occasionally one discovers a place that manages to deliver both. Scottie's on the River is one of those places. Our party of four had traveled from Murfreesboro to spend the day exploring Chattanooga. By Monday afternoon, our sightseeing had given way to a more pressing consideration: lunch. As luck would have it, we arrived during happy hour. The restaurant's setting is simply magnificent. Overlooking the Tennessee River, it offers the kind of waterfront ambiance one might expect to find in Paris, New York, San Francisco, or Los Angeles. The delightful difference? We didn't have to endure a ninety-minute wait for the privilege of being seated. We settled in with a martini and margaritas, followed by a selection of fish and chips, hamburgers, and fried shrimp. Before our entrées arrived, we shared a bowl of potato soup, accompanied by cornbread and hush puppies. The main courses were perfectly acceptable, though hardly extraordinary. My fried shrimp were fine, while the hamburger was a little on the dry side. Nothing particularly disappointing, but nothing that would have me planning a return visit, either. **But the undisputed star of the afternoon was the potato soup.** Imagine everything that makes a perfectly baked potato irresistible, transformed into a beautifully composed bowl of soup. It began with an inviting aroma that promised something special, followed by a rich, deeply satisfying flavor, a wonderfully balanced consistency, and a texture that was almost impossibly silky. It is remarkable how often the simplest dishes reveal the greatest culinary skill. There is nowhere to hide behind elaborate presentations or exotic ingredients. Everything depends on technique, seasoning, balance, and execution. This soup delivered on every count. And then there were the hush puppies. I must confess that my experience with this particular Southern delicacy has been somewhat limited. I am reasonably certain that no cardiologist would recommend making them a dietary staple. Then again, I hadn't come to Scottie's for a consultation on preventive medicine. I had come to enjoy a good meal. And enjoy them I did. Absolutely delicious. In fact, the potato soup and hush puppies alone would be sufficient reason for me to return. Now, a small confession: I am something of a martini purist. My request for a stirred rather than shaken martini earned me a slightly puzzled look. The drink arrived a touch over-diluted, but without the slightest harshness and, most importantly, beautifully cold. It was garnished with two olives, however, and as martini folklore would have it, one olive is customary, three are generous, but two suggest the bartender may have taken a personal dislike to you. As I wasn't sitting at the bar, I chose not to take offense. **And then there is that view.** The Tennessee River provides a spectacular backdrop, lending the entire experience a sense of occasion. I would venture to say that the scenery alone accounts for a good 45 percent of the pleasure of dining here. Fortunately, the kitchen, particularly when it comes to soup and hush puppies, makes a persuasive case for the remaining 55 percent. **My conclusion?** Scottie's on the River offers a thoroughly enjoyable combination of good food, memorable surroundings, and the kind of relaxed atmosphere that makes an afternoon linger pleasantly in one's memory. Was every detail absolutely flawless? No. But perfection is not always what makes a restaurant worth remembering. Sometimes it is a remarkable bowl of soup, an unexpected culinary discovery, good company, and a magnificent view. I would happily recommend Scottie's to anyone within a 50-mile radius of Chattanooga. And if your travels take you farther afield, I would suggest making the detour. **Four well-deserved stars.**

We live about 40 minutes north of Chattanooga and we're ready for a cuisine change from our local…read moreoptions. After reading all the reviews we headed south and are pleased to share that everything and everyone we encountered were absolutely top notch...food was prepared perfectly from the breads, calamari, trout and swordfish; and the proportions more than enough to require a stroll along the river after the Chocolate chocolate cake. Our server was amazing and you can't beat the riverfront location and views. They don't take reservations and those negative reviews usually involved large parties and special needs that take time to accommodate. Check Scottie's out, and enjoy! I would have given 5 Stars except for the pay to park phenomenon and QR codes that can be just annoying and have appeared in every major city. Nothing is free anymore including parking. We will be back.

Wonderful place and food!! Service great!…read moreWill be back! wish we had one in Cleveland Tenn

Haven't been to Tupelo Honey in years. I ordered the southern shashouska and coffee. The coffee…read morewasn'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.

Amazing place. Coming from out of town. Just wanted a good burger. Burger slayed. Best pickle…read morespears I've ever had. Have a different batter for their spears than the buffalo cauliflower which were also amazing. Wife's hummus wrap was amazing. Great beer selection. Good vibes. Great service. Wish we came here first night so I could go back. Can't go wrong.

The black and blue burger was recommended by my server. I got that along with fried okra and a…read morecouple of beers. The food was fantastic. The beers were cold. A good vibe. This will become a regular stop for me.

Drinks, Food and service was excellent! I would definitely recommend! Calamari and fried shrimp…read morewere wonderful!

Seated at 9:30pm on a Wednesday night. EXCELLENT service. Even though they were closing at 10pm…read morethey treated us very very well. Server let us know the kitchen was closing soon, so we put in our order promptly. Food came out HOT and FRESH. Very pleased with our experience. Music was at a moderate comfortable volume. Only thing, this restaurant is pricey. Just be aware. The wood grilled shrimp was worth, maybe, about $16 at best. Overall... well prepared and presented nicely. Service was good and accommodating, even near closing time on a Wednesday. Wednesday, May 20, 2026

OK after trying multiple highly rated restaurants in Chattanooga, I decided to give City diner a…read moreshot. Not for food because I had other plans, but I heard they had some of the best cake in the city so I made it a point to go try their cake. And let me just ask you have you ever been kissed by a group of angels?! Because that's what this experience is like. I walk in look at the cake. The lady at the counter is very friendly very helpful very attentive. She smiled the whole time she was friendly. She answered my questions with no attitude. I mean it was full on top-notch customer service. So she cut me this massive slice of cake hand it over. She already put the utensils in the bag. She put the napkins in the bag and everything I needed was there. I didn't have to ask for anything. She had it all ready for me for a smooth transaction. And that's all fine and dandy, but let's be honest. We're here for the taste. We're here for the quality of the cake and my God those angels came back with all their friends and all their family and just grabbed my taste buds and massage them and just made my pallet feel like it's never felt before. The carrot cake is moist, it's fresh, it's not too sweet, there's no weird random additional items mixed in it. It's a classic well balanced, top-notch slice of carrot cake. And I'll be honest at first I almost didn't get it cause I was like man over $10 for a slice of cake is a little bit steep but I'd pay $20 for this slice of cake. That's how delicious it is. With all that Saide, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. The cake was delicious. The service was phenomenal all in all well worth it would try again. And don't tell nobody I was trying to wait till later to eat it, but I cracked it up at a stoplight and had to get a little taste and boy did it take a lot of willpower to close that container

We ended up visiting City Cafe Diner twice in two days, once for lunch and again for breakfast the…read morenext morning! For lunch, I ordered the cheesesteak with tater tots, and it was really good! The cheesesteak was super fresh, loaded with cheese, and exactly what I was hoping for. One tip: make sure to ask for coleslaw and a pickle if you want them with your meal. Of course, I couldn't leave without trying one of their cakes, so I went with the Oreo cake. It was incredibly moist and delicious! The restaurant was pretty busy during our visit, and service was a little slow getting started, but overall it was a good experience. We enjoyed it enough to come back for breakfast the next day. This time I ordered biscuits and gravy, bacon, and home fries. Everything was good, but the bacon was definitely the star of the show! It tasted so fresh and was absolutely delicious. The home fries were good, although I thought they could have used a little more seasoning. Naturally, I had to try another slice of cake! This time I went with the mint chocolate chip, which reminded me of an Andes mint candy. Just like the Oreo cake, it was super moist and full of flavor. The menu has plenty of options, and the cake selection alone is worth checking out.

I absolutely recommend this spot! My family drove down from Atlanta to visit Ruby Falls and ran…read moreinto this hidden gem. My family had 2 rib plates, 2pc whitening fish and chicken tenders ( for our 6year old) everything was so delicious I didn't get a chance to take a pic. The baked beans are a must! And the portions are large!

Almost missed this place when we were driving down from lookout mountain, so glad We didn't. The…read moreowner welcomes you when you walk up to the window. Very down to earth and friendly gentleman. He answered all our questions and explained to us that it will take awhile. Everything is made to order, I love this and don't mind at all. The mozzarella sticks that came with my fish plate were delicious and the fish was cooked perfectly. My son said the wings were some of the best he has had. Will be stopping by again if ever in the area again. If you need a haircut his kids own the shop next door.

I absolutely love the Salmon here. Always cooked perfect and the service is outstanding. I would…read morerecommend to anyone

Joined a colleague friend for a late lunch. I read the Yelp reviews and decided to follow the…read moreadvice to have calamari and then added a side salad. First, this was not a side salad but a delicious full-size salad. The salad even had a boiled egg. Now for the calamari, everyone was right, it is so good. Probably some of the best ringlet calamari I've had. I'd come back just for it! My colleague had the brisket nachos. From her leftovers, it didn't seem that she enjoyed them. Oh well, I'll stick with the salad and calamari.

Our family had the most amazing experience at Blue Orleans! From the incredible food to the…read moreoutstanding hospitality, this place truly exceeded our expectations. We ordered the sample platter, which lets you choose five different dishes. We tried the shrimp gumbo, étouffée, and red beans and rice--and somehow, the chef surprised us by bringing out six dishes instead of five! Talk about going above and beyond! Several members of our family normally aren't fans of New Orleans-style food, so we honestly weren't sure what everyone would think. Well... every single person loved it! The food was so good that the bowls were literally licked clean. Everything was packed with flavor, perfectly prepared, and clearly made with a lot of love. Then came the surprise dessert: fried blueberry bread pudding bites with a bourbon caramel glaze. WOW! The plate didn't stand a chance--we cleaned that one too! And whatever you do, DO NOT leave without trying the beignets! They were absolutely amazing and the perfect way to finish the meal. What really made the experience special, though, was the hospitality. The chef and staff made our family feel so welcome, and the generosity and care they showed us made this more than just a great meal--it was an experience we won't forget. If you are visiting Chattanooga, Tennessee, put Blue Orleans at the top of your list. You will not regret it! If we lived in Chattanooga, our family would absolutely be here once a week! Amazing food. Amazing people. Amazing experience. 10/10!

The food is always flavorful, delicious, and hot when it comes to your table. The food arrives to…read morethe table quicker than most restaurants of similar size. The appetizers and entree flavors definitely screams N'awlens! The staff is always very friendly, very informative, and accommodating to request. The ambience has a mid-scale/upscale flavor when it comes to their ambiance inside and with the decorations. We got invited back to one of the owners birthday party so we decided to come through. It's been great!! If you come to Chattanooga then this is a must stop location for great food that won't hurt your wallet and the portions are just right.