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    1885 Grill - Ooltewah

    3.5 (174 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Shrimp and grits
    Samantha M.

    We stopped at Cambridge Square, a fun shopping and dining area. The people were enjoying the local boutiques, and restaurants, making it a perfect spot to explore and relax. For dinner, we chose 1885 Grill, a charming restaurant known for its fresh seafood and classic Southern dishes. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly by the staff, setting the tone for a wonderful dining experience. The service was exceptional--our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal (many drink refills). The food was delicious. We enjoyed a Cesar salad with grilled shrimp and shrimp and grits. The combination of great food, welcoming service made our meal at 1885 Grill a great way to end a busy day.

    Empanadas
    Kathy F.

    We so wanted this to be a winner, but unfortunately it wasn't. None of the items we ordered were above average. We looked hard to find the rosemary on the fries without finding more than a speck. The lemon in the dressing on the salad was not detectable. The empanadas were average. And the crab bisque was fishy. Now the positive. We were greeted by a very friendly and welcoming hostess who made us feel very welcome. And the interior was adorable. Loved all the wood and brick. Kitchen, do better.

    Salmon
    Anna M.

    Salmon: overcooked Hush puppies: overcooked Potatoes: premade Veggies: undercooked Service: completely disappointing. Very rude staff. Needless to say, very disappointed. Gross.

    Club sandwich, shrimp and grits, fried chicken
    Erin M.

    This is a true gem We are very much food snobs and we loved all the things we ordered Crab soup was very good Club sandwich was yummy carved meats Fried chicken was delish Shrimp and grits were so yummy

    Steak, baker potato, and mac and cheese
    Sarah S.

    Mac and cheese and baked potato were delicious. I ordered my steak medium well but it came overcooked and dry. Fried green tomatoes were mushy but the hush puppies and wings were perfect and delicious. Staff was friendly and atmosphere was great.

    Grilled veggies ($4.50) and coleslaw ($3.50): both delicious
    Clariee J.

    Uh...so....delicious? Not really sure why I'm shocked, but I am. I never eat in Ooltewah, ever, but a friend was visiting and she wanted to go, so we went. What a huge blunder on my part for living here so long and never eating in 1885 until now. So let's run down the list: Coleslaw: a little vinegary, a little saucey, a little crunchy, a lotta good. Grilled veggies: still crisp, not mushy, coulda had a bit more grilled flavor, but still delicious. Pricey, though; basically averages $1 per slice of vegetable. Feta scallion mashed potatoes: yes. Kind of perfect? Just get them. Mac and cheese: the most surprising thing I ate. Actually really good, and not just by restaurant standards. Seasoned, creamy, cheesy. I dunno what it is, but I always have to try the Mac n cheese if it's on the menu. 100% of the time, it's disappointing (even for restaurant standards), but not at 1885. I'm gonna have a hard time not ordering this every time I come. Mushroom & grits: who invented this?! Who is in the kitchen?! The grit cakes--crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside! The sauce--lemony and creamy! Piping hot when it comes to the table! We ALSO got the bread pudding dessert to go. Heated it up in the toaster oven and topped it with the caramel sauce. I'm glad we didn't eat this in the restaurant cos I might have asked to speak with the chef to smack him in the face. ALSO, we got there a little late--about 830, and they close at 9. We didn't realize that, but honestly should have guessed since it's Ooltewah. But everyone was so kind, welcoming, gracious. Our waiter was on it, didn't rush us. We left close to 9:30. I gave him a nice tip. Have I not said enough?

    Zaria D.

    I love this location. The parking was accessible. Aaron was the server and very friendly. It was a good environment and nice crowd. I ordered the southern chicken with the gravy on the side. I got it with the mashed potatoes and ordered the grilled vegetables (zucchini and squash). It was tasty overall. The potatoes were super flavorful. I have heard there are more menu items to try. I will come back to try new items. Nice location, friendly and helpful staff, and good food.

    Crab cake sandwich and coleslaw
    Jeff J.

    Great food and great service! I recommend 1885 to anyone looking for a great meal and drinks at a great price. The ambience is casual so come enjoy the great food!

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    Wine Down Bistro & Lounge - Fried Green Tomatoes

    Wine Down Bistro & Lounge

    3.9(218 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    came here for lunch with my mom. it was an absolutely amazing meal!! our waiter was super friendly…read moreand kept our waters filled. our food took no time at all to arrive and everything was just delicious. i got the chicken & brie sandwich with a side of fruit and also ordered two oysters as well. my mother ordered the garden skillet with cheesy grits and the fried green tomatoes. the chicken & brie caught my eye due to the strawberry jam and apples and i am obsessed. it was so good! the fried green tomatoes were perfect, especially with the pico de gallo and the pimento cheese. the tomato slices were thick and definitely tasted fresh. the oysters tasted fresh, not old, and i loved the hot sauce that came with them. my coffee was definitely delicious as well, i added sugar free hazelnut syrup to it. my mom's garden skillet was really good too, i tried a bite. i absolutely love this place and look forward to coming back to try something new.

    Came for the monte Cristo. But as of a month ago they no longer serve it…read more My over easy eggs were a little over cooked Breakfast potatoes in my burrito were undercooked and a bit hard but overall a solid place to have some breakfast. My lady had the eggs Benedict and it was great. Portions are generous Drinks are delicious Music playlist was pleasant

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    Wine Down Bistro & Lounge - Japanese Fried Cauliflower was AMAZING & it's a HUGE order so WOOHOO for air fry leftovers

    Japanese Fried Cauliflower was AMAZING & it's a HUGE order so WOOHOO for air fry leftovers

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    Morning Brew - Menu

    Morning Brew

    4.6(18 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I came here with a friend in the morning, and it was so nice and quiet. For some reason the past…read morefew times I've came here, it was always so busy. My friends and I were always lucky to snag a table for us those times. But coming in the morning is really pleasant. I've only gotten coffee here in the past, so this time we got food. I got a Pistachio Croffin (croissant muffin) and we shared a Berries and Cream crepe. And that first bite of that crepe was absolutely delicious. We were planning on sharing that crepe with another friend, but that crepe was so good we demolished it haha. We ended up ordering the Spinach Pesto crepe to share for later instead. But wow, I have nothing but praise for these crepes because they blew me away. The Berries and Cream crepe was just amazing. Fruits tasted fresh and juicy. The crepe itself was perfectly sweet. And the whipped cream cheese filling inside was light and creamy. I couldn't ask for more in a fruit crepe. Also the light drizzle of sweetened condensed milk on top? Chef's kiss. And then we tried the Spinach and Pesto crepe. It had all my favorite things inside, so of course I loved it. I loved the savory pesto spread inside the crepe, the spinach, ricotta, and parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. The tomatoes added a nice acidity to balance and the balsalmic glaze tied it all together on top. It felt like applause roared in my mouth. Also I can't forget the Pistachio Croffin I ate too. It had great texture, and had that subtle nutty flavor from the pistachio. I really liked it. Anyways, I'm a big Morning Brew fan. It's poppin' in the afternoon and it's tough getting a seat, but it's not hard to see why. I prefer the early mornings for a more quiet and less chaotic atmosphere. Love you morning brew! I will always remember how those crepes rocked my world and I'll definitely be back.

    This is a refreshing little coffee shop on the Lee Highway side of Cambridge Square in Ooltewah…read more The beats, brews and visuals generate a vibe that makes landing my agenda and to-do list in the sweet spot of my overloaded brain. I mostly settle in with a tea, but there are baked treats and crepes available if you need a bite with your brew. The staff are pretty chill and ready to help. It can get pretty busy on the weekends, so I aim for the end of the day to get a good seat. Internet is easily accessible and free of time limits. There are a lot of great spots on this end of the county, so it can be hard to choose. You can't go wrong with this one.

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    Davis Wayne's - Surf'n'Turf- lamb chops, catfish

    Davis Wayne's

    4.1(108 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    We had dinner reservations to celebrate 4 friends who came in town for their birthdays. One of the…read moreguys heard about the place from his coworker and said we had to go! So we arrive just about 15 minutes early but were immediately seated. It was a bit confusing about where the host stand is since there are two entrances... but no problem because the owner was at the bar to greet us. The customer service is top tier! The venue is beautiful! But the food ... left something to be desired. I ordered the pot roast based on recommendations from the waiter. He also recommended the greens over the green beans. I also added a side of mashed potatoes and fried corn. So first, the plate came out messy (see pic). It would have only taken a second to wipe off the edge of the plate. Then the pot was appeared shredded and covered in thyme and rosemary. Both over powered the meat. I'm wondering if I had the last piece and they covered things up with the extra seasoning from the bottom. My friend also ordered the pot roast and although hers was also chopped, she did not have as much thyme and rosemary- although she complained that it was too much. Next the greens tasted unseasoned and undercooked. The fried corn was not fried but were kernels of sweet corn in some type of cornstarch slurry - awful! The mashed potatoes are boxed but edible however the white gravy was not good. I missed on the menu that the gravy is white - it should be brown. Finally, we received a piece of cornbread- it was very dense but sweet. My friends liked it but I did not. My friends had a mix of feelings from "it was good" to "just ok but I won't take my left overs home." Needless to say I also did not take my left overs home. One saving grace about the meal was the fruit tea! It was delicious! I also ordered two chocolate covered strawberries for dessert and I wished I ordered more! Since it was four friends birthday- the singer (yes there was live music) called out their names and sang a rendition of "Happy Birthday". This same singer had the room up and dancing on several song! She did a wonderful job. Plus the restaurant provided a free dessert to each of the four birthday friends! They all enjoyed their desserts! So the verdict... the venue is beautiful and a vibe for a Saturday night but unfortunately I won't return for the good. There are much better spots for soul food at much cheaper price point!

    We have eaten here numerous times and always have excellent service and amazing food. I love the…read morefamily photos on the walls, the big smiles and friendly hellos from all of the staff, and the food options. I grew up eating southern home cooked meals and this place offers dishes that remind me of those memories. If you've not tried this phenomenal location, do yourself a favor and stop in!

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    Local Goat

    Local Goat

    4.0(312 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    I ate there a few weeks ago and am just now getting around to this review. I went with 3 friends…read moreand was able to be seated immediately upon arrival on a Friday on the patio. Taylor was our server and she was PHENOMENAL. from making us feel welcome to making us never want to leave, she had the best personality. She was prompt and checked on us many times to ensure we were enjoying our time. We ordered a couple cocktails, the blackberry mule (something like that haha) was great. I had 2! for dinner we had the spinach dip and steak nachos from the appetizer sections. The balsamic glaze on the nachos was my favorite part, just the right amount of tangy with savory. Will absolutely be coming back for those again! This is a beautiful restaurant, from the entrance to the clean and neat bathrooms. Will 100% be back.

    Our first experience with Local Goat was in Sevierville, TN while visiting Gatlinburg. I had no…read moreidea they had a second location and when we stumbled across the Ooltewah location, we had to try it, since we enjoyed the one in East TN so much. We were not disappointed. My wife and I tend to share an appetizer and a main most times when we dine out. We started out with the stuffed piquillo peppers and they did not disappoint! If you are a fan of goat cheese you will love these too. The sweetness of the pepper with the tang of balsamic coupled with the smooth taste of the goat cheese is almost to die for! We then shared the Pimento burger with fries and those too were outstanding! The burger is not overwhelmingly big, but big enough for two to share. The fries were absolutely delish! The service was good as well. I don't remember anything over-the-top outstanding but these days, decent service might actually qualify as over-the-top relative to what you see at most establishments! (so sad) Definitely worth a try if you are in the Chattanooga area.

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