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.

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!

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

We go to Chattanooga pretty frequently but just stopped at The Boathouse for a late lunch. We found…read moreour new go-to on the river to enjoy drinks and food. We sat outside with a great view of the water. It was hot but felt great on the patio with the shade and ceiling fans. Our server was great. We started with the bread and oil appetizer as well as the onion rings. Both were good but the onion rings were delicious. The portion could have probably served 3-4. The batter was light and they were not greasy at all. The drinks were made well. I had a Kentucky Bird and my wife had the Pain Killer. We were kind of full after the apps so we didn't order an entree. However, we did try the Apple Pecan Bread Pudding in a bourbon sauce and with vanilla ice cream. It was delicious! Overall, the atmosphere, service and food were outstanding. We will be back and I recommend trying when in Chattanooga.

Fries are overcooked, there no adult chicken tenders:( and the menu is made for engineers too read…read moregood food tho

Amazing place, it's open air with a ceiling, so it's a very nice place when the weather permits…read more I liked the red fish with shrimp, but the feed tacos are one of the best I've had. The service was very friendly, and we felt like we were well taken care of.

Hunter was our server and bartender and he was very accommodating and made sure we had what we…read moreneeded as soon as we needed it! Excellent service, i recommend this place! Excellent food and a great, welcoming atmosphere.

great service. my bartenders name was hunter. definitely coming. I ordered the fish tacos they was…read moreamazing!

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.

We came on a Saturday evening. There were seats on the patio available right away. We didn't mind…read moresitting outside because there was a nice breeze from the river. My homegirl brought her pup and they were very nice, bringing him a bowl with cold water. Our waitress Yaya was nice. However, the service was slow. It took us over 20 minutes to get our drinks once we ordered. Our appetizer (crab stuffed mushrooms) came before our drinks (it was tasty). Our dinner took forever to come out as well and it was warm. It was busy but it just seemed like other tables were getting their food and drinks faster. The experience wasn't all the way bad, just not what I expected. Food was good, it would have been better hot. My friend enjoyed the ribeye and broccolini. The collard greens were fair to her. Definitely check this place out if you want a nice view

The food was delicious and our waiter was top notch. We had seven young children with us and he was…read moreso kind and patient. It was our first time there and I'm sure we will be back.

My boyfriend took me to stir for my birthday last friday, August 21st. There was about an hour wait…read morebut we were seated immediately on the patio. The patio was really nice at the time we were seated, it was warm outside but the sun was beginning to set. We were greeted right away by our server, Joseph. We ordered lettuce wraps as an appetizer, along with a draft beer for my boyfriend and a nonalcoholic beer for myself as I'm pregnant. Food and drinks came out very quickly and beverages were ice cold. We ordered the steakhouse burger for my boyfriend, the mahi bowl for myself and they were both completely amazing. I also ordered a Caesar salad which was also delicings. Best burger I've ever tried and my mahi bowl was full of so many different flavors. What I really want to stress is that our server, Joseph, was the best server I think I've ever had in my 43 years of living. Having been a server/bartender myself for 20 years, I appreciate great service. He was attentive but not smothering, accommodating, professional, and prompt. We will be back and we'll be asking for Joseph. I couldn't have asked for a better night.

wonderful best place in town for business lunch or family dinner - love…read morethem. satisfied Customer for many years.

We are staying in Downtown.This place was highly recommended by yelpers.My husband ordered their…read morebourbon and shrimp and grits .I ordered their scallop dish . Both were very tasty .Shrimp and grits perfectly cooked with sausages . My scallop dish had Succotash and grits cake .I really enjoyed all three items in my dish .We also ordered crème Brûlée.Yum !! It's worth a visit again .

One of the best restaurants in Chattanooga! I had the Sofra with the chicken dish. (I also didn't…read morerealize this is a 3 course meal so you truly get to try everything the restaurant has to offer) The flavors were to die for. I actually met a couple of girls at the bar that we all tried each other's dishes and I actually thought the shrimp was the best thing I had all night! The service was amazing as well, and it's decorated so nice! would highly recommend this place!

I almost skipped Calliope on my last night in Chattanooga bc I just didn't know if I felt like…read morecoming downtown and looking for parking. Fortunately, after 6pm it's both free and easy to find nearby. As a solo diner I was initially relegated to the bar but, I don't drink so I asked for a quieter table and within 5 minutes they accommodated me with a seat by the windows upstairs. The inside is gorgeous and they have a nice patio as well. Beautiful and low-key but elegant decor. Service was excellent and extremely proficient. Never had to ask twice for something and easily able to answer menu questions and make suggestions. I actually hadn't planned on ordering the Fattoush but, when I said I loved tomatoes it was recommended and I am so glad it was. It was a standout. In the end I ordered 3 things bc I was dining solo: -Hummus with crudité (veggies instead of bread) -Fattoush - seasonal ingredients. -Red Snapper - about 3oz so small portion but perfectly cooked and flavored. Loved this. I very much wanted the knafeh dessert but I knew the portion was big and didn't want to be miserable and waste it. They have a nice non-alcoholic menu with some interesting drinks as well. Overall - perfect final meal in town and I can't wait to come back with my husband and try even more!

Stopped here for drinks before dinner. We walked in around 5:00 and no one was there, and usually…read morethat tells me to leave. But the bar area was very cool, plus they had a side lounge area with a fireplace and comfy chairs, so we decided to stay. Glad we did! I started with a Margarita, which was very good, then had a Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned also very good. Others in our group ordered the Main Squeeze and absolutely loved them. They also have a great outdoor seating area with a fire pit, which would be a perfect spot on a cool evening. Service was okay and could have been a little better, but the drinks and overall setup of the place were great. Hope people in Chattanooga give this place a try. Cheers!

As soon as you enter the doors you are greeted, the service is kind all around. The drinks are a…read moregreat price on happy hour and they have a great white and red wine on the menu to pair with the food. The Mac and cheese was very watery and lacked flavor, the tacos were good but not enough to want to order again, the goat cheese Balls were crisp, sweet and tasty. They have indoor and outdoor seating offered both are comfortable.