5 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Chattanooga

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1. Public House - Chattanooga

4.8

Exceptional(2775)

Price: Moderate

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 11 times today

Several years ago, I decided that my future in the restaurant business would most likely not remain in the realm of fine dining and gourmands, but would rather lean towards the style of restaurant that I found myself frequenting most often - places that provided consistency and quality at a price that was fair for the quality of the food and experience. Public House plays to the comforts of good, solid food, while applying the principles of premium food products to a more casual setting. You will find all the fish is delivered from Foley’s in Boston, high quality steaks and a rotating selection of vegetable sides that are true to the region and season. You’ll also find a really good hamburger and fish sandwich, along with fun snacks and small plates that pair well with cocktails, beer and wine. Welcome,Nathan Lindley

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2. STIR - Chattanooga

4.6

Exceptional(2230)

Price: Expensive

• American • Chattanooga

Booked 20 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters, enjoy a night out, or meet for lunch. Located in the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo complex, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Great food starts with fresh, local ingredients. Our kitchen prepares everything from scratch, and our signature raw bar is stocked with fresh oysters and seasonal seafood.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Chattanooga to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of

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3. State of Confusion

4.6

Exceptional(681)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Chattanooga

Booked 6 times today

State of Confusion features authentic dishes from Latin America, New Orleans, and the Carolina Lowcountry. We serve lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with takeout and delivery available. Multiple indoor and heated outdoor hangout areas offer you and your groups a variety of options for dining in and special events.

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4. Whitebird at the Edwin Hotel

4.5

Awesome(285)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Chattanooga

Booked 6 times today

Whitebird is a modern American restaurant at the foot of Chattanooga’s historic Walnut Street Pedestrian Bridge. Here, we offer a fresh take on Appalachian cuisine with ingredients sourced straight from the Tennessee River Valley. We warmly invite you to take in the river views from our elegant setting and enjoy a sincerely elevated dining experience.For parties of 10 people or more, please submit an inquiry here:https://www.whitebirdchattanooga.com/events-in-chattanooga

5. Elsie's Daughter

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4.4

Awesome(34)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Chattanooga

Booked 4 times today

Discover Elsie’s Daughter at The Hotel Chalet at the Chattanooga Choo Choo—where history meets modern charm. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, indulgent dishes, and a cozy-chic atmosphere with indoor and outdoor dining options. For Groups:Parties of 6 or more will receive a single check, which can be split evenly across up to 5 payments.For reservations larger than 6, please email us at hello@elsiesdaughters.com.Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome. The bar top is reserved for guests 21+, while the patio warmly welcomes families and children.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Public House - Chattanooga

2. STIR - Chattanooga

3. State of Confusion

4. Whitebird at the Edwin Hotel

5. Elsie's Daughter

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