Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Chattanooga, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
In this town, brunchin’ ain’t easy, but it’s necessary. Whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs, fried chicken and waffles or mind-blowing bloody marys, the options can get as overwhelming as the lines at times.
Luckily, you have us to scout things out. We listed a whole bunch of brunch options (23 total), along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em. Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas.
Note: All times listed are brunch-only.
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Weekday Wonders
Milk & Honey | 135 N. Market St. | Daily, 6 a.m.- 6 p.m. | Snack on a delicious breakfast bagel and try various flavors of mimosas from its build-your-own mimosa bar.
Syrup and Eggs | 107 Custom St. | Monday- Friday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. + Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. | Indulge in extravagant pancakes made with locally sourced ingredients.
Aretha Frankensteins | 518 Tremont St. | Daily, 7 a.m-1 p.m. | Aretha Frankensteins is a Chattanooga classic — prepare for a wait due to the limited seating, but it will be worth it.
Kenny’s |1251 Market St. | Wednesday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Try sandwich creations by Chef Kenny Burnap like the Croque Madame and Brisket Reuben.
Frothy Monkey | 1400 Market St. | Daily, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. | If you’re looking for a hearty meal, we recommend trying the PRB Andouille and Hash or the Huevos Rancheros.
Bluegrass Grill | 55 E. Main St. | Tuesday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m. + Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Pick and choose your own breakfast plates at this southern-styled breakfast spot.
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Weekend Musts
Rosecomb Bar | 921 Barton Ave. | Sunday, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. | Enjoy your brunch and cocktails out in Rosecomb’s patio garden.
The Bitter Alibi | 825 Houston St. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bitter Alibi recently dropped its new brunch menu featuring items like Saigon French Toast + Better Border Poutine.
Whitebird | 102 Walnut St. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Have brunch inside the Edwin Hotel — if you’re looking for a little bit of everything, we recommend trying the River City Breakfast plate.
Flying Squirrel | 55 Johnson St. | Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Bring your friends and split the brunch bites so you can try a little bit of everything — we love the rosemary fries, strawberry salad, and cinnamon roll pancakes.
STIR | 1444 Market St. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Enjoy classic brunch dishes + oyster bar options.
Bantam + Biddy | 728 Market St. | Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pick from an array of classic southern breakfast items like the fried chicken and cheddar waffle, plus lots of GF items.
Veggie Focused
Sluggo’s | 505 Cherokee Blvd. | Sunday, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. | Choose from options like a short stack of pancakes or more on the savory side like the tofu scramble.
Your Local Seitanist | 3950 Brainerd Rd. | Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Make sure to follow Your Local Seitanist on Facebook or Instagram for brunch menu announcements.
Real Roots Café | 607 N. Market St. | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. + Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Grab a smoothie, juice, toast, or smoothie bowl to start your day off right.
Pastry Paradises
Adelle’s Crêperie | 400 E. Main St. | Tuesday-Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Escape to Paris without leaving Chattanooga to enjoy classic crepes + omelettes.
Niedlov’s Bakery & Café | 215 E. Main St. | Saturday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. | Grab some delicious pastries to-go or sit down for brunch, we recommend trying out “The Fancy” breakfast sandwich.
Rembrandt’s Coffee House | 411 E. 2nd St. | Daily, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. | Pair your morning coffee with some of Rembrandt’s pastries — now you can order the pumpkin bread to snack on.
Mean Mug | Various locations | Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. + Sunday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Try out one of Mean Mug’s breakfast sandwiches on a bagel.
Great Outdoors
The Daily Ration | 1220 Dartmouth St. | Daily, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | On a nice day, sit under the covered patio with plenty of available seating.
The Feed Co. Table & Tavern | 201 E. Main St. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Try Feed’s notable brunch dish “The Company Benedict.”
State of Confusion |301 E. Main St. | Saturday- Sunday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Taste menu items inspired by Latin American, New Orleans, and Carolina Lowcountry cuisine.
1885 Grill | 3914 St. Elmo Ave. | Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. + Sunday,10 a.m.-2 p.m. | 1885 Grill’s outdoor seating is perfect for you and your pups.
