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    Wally's Restaurant

    4.1 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveSouthern, American
    Open 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Dwight M.

    A great little gem. Food is like you remember it should be. Lots of different seating options. Outstanding food at outstanding prices. Options you wouldn't think of at a place that is frozen in time!

    Ashley G.

    Nice stop for breakfast. Good food and service. There isn't a kids menu, but there are several small portioned options for kids. I ordered my kids (4 & 5) each a pancake and it was plenty for them.

    Us outside after breakfast, so good!!
    Patrick P.

    Every Friday for I bet 20 years, my two friends have had breakfast together here. Whenever I'm in town I get to join them. Lifelong friends and amazing breakfast! I got the breakfast special with scrambled eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy. She must have known I like my bacon a little done. It was so good. Always is. If you need a new breakfast spot in Chattanooga, this is it. It's been here forever and hopefully will remain. Restrooms right by the front door which is nice as well. Great service. All around 5 stars!!

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    Cortina B.

    I didn't have bread at home so I went to Wally's for breakfast this morning! I called the order in and stop to pick it up on my way to work! It was a very inexpensive breakfast and it hit the spot! The eggs were cooked in butter, and tasty! The sausage, toast, and grits were also good! This was a quick and easy fix for breakfast this morning and they had a good crowd there! I will definitely be stopping by again, maybe in the morning!

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    Basic meat and three. No frills. Friendly staff who will recognize and welcome you back after a couple of visits. Breakfast very good.

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    Food was delicious, service was good and fast. Veggies were seasoned very well. Chicken was grilled perfect

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    Traditional, southern meat and three the type of restaurant that is dying out throughout the south

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food and awsome service and the best staff ever. You cant ask for a better restaurant than Wallys on McCallie PERIOD! :)

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    Great place. Old fashioned diner experience. We went for breakfast, food was good, served quickly. Will definitely return.

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    Always good food. The staff is very friendly and it is reasonably priced. Seems to be a hometown favorite.

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    Great sandwiches including breaded or grilled pork tenderloins. Very difficult to find parking at lunch but worth the hassle.

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