Ankar's Hoagies

4.3 (118 reviews)

InexpensiveNew American

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Corned Beef Sub Homemade Onion Rings Side of ranch Fountain drink

Eli J.

3.5 stars Ordered the corned beef sub with onions rings. Corned beef sub was really mediocre, very bland meat, shredded lettuce. I'm always on the lookout for good corned beef and pastrami, but this isn't it. I couldn't recommend that sandwich to a friend. The onion rings were pretty good, more of a thick batter style and thick cut onions so just depends on what you like. Seems like they're a little overrated. The service, order process, seating area are all excellent. I plan to go back and get the steak which seems to drive most reviews here, but based on this first experience, I'm not blown away yet.

Chris S.

We went to the Brainerd Road location, which is pretty easy to find even in a lot of traffic. They have a decent amount of parking, but the lot was full when we arrived. We drove around the side of the building and were able to park by the rear entrance door. There is easy handicapped access from the main lot, but it would be difficult if you need to park around the rear. Entering from the rear door, you'll need to walk through the dining area to order from the start of the line by the main door. They have a box with menus there, and the menu is also on the wall behind the counter. Specials are written on a small chalkboard by the front of the counter. Ordering was easy, and it took maybe 15 minutes to prepare. In addition to the dining area near the counter, there is another section through a doorway to the side. Seating is probably more than 50, and it was almost full when we were there. They also seemed to do a large take out business. We ordered take out, and everything was stapled into brown paper bags, which were then placed in a cardboard box. It was very secure for the ride home. Happily, nothing soaked through the bags, indicating it was both well packaged and not greasy. The Reuben sub uses good quality corned beef. It was pretty good, but could have used thousand island sauce. The club rider had really nice flavor and everything tasted fresh. It was a bit dry overall and would have benefited from a little more mayonnaise. The polish sausage special was nicely done with an abundance of grilled peppers and onions. The sausage was flavorful. The chicken fingers were also prepared well, with light breading. The meat was moist. The gyro plate provides a good portion of gyro meat with grilled onions and added seasoning along with a good portion of fries and a Greek salad. The meat was a bit dry but very well seasoned. The grilled onions were done perfectly as were the fries. The fries are crinkle cut and meaty. The salad seemed fresh and the Greek dressing added good flavor. The onion rings are a must order. They are home made and offer a good sized portion. The breading is light but sticks to the onion, and everything was cooked perfectly. The falafel had really good flavor and is well prepared. The consistency is a bit dry, but it does not crumble. The outside was a dark brown but was not burnt. That's just the way it comes. We also ordered the pecan queen, which is a pecan baklava. We asked which bag it was in as we planned to eat it before heading home. It had not been packaged, so it was good we asked or it would have been forgotten. Oh, it was excellent. Ankar's does a good job on their sandwiches and has a wide variety of choices. You can certainly find something you'll like.

Anna C.

This little hole in the wall place is AMAZING. Good was fresh and quick . Service was great and the restaurant was very clean . We're new in town and checking out the new places . Must try !!

Kelly P.

Small, hole in the wall that sits off the road. If we didn't drive by it a couple of times a week, we probably would've never known about it. After being picked up from the airport around lunch time, we thought it would be a good time to try it out. Driving up to it, we realized quickly it was a hopping lunch spot. There were barely any parking spots remaining but we found one in the corner. Walking in, you could immediately tell it was a family owned and run establishment. Grandma was sitting at the table on the left just watching the lunch crowd. Her daughter was running around and the kids were working behind the register and in the kitchen. You stand in the que line and order at the counter. They give you a number and you wait for your food. We got ours to go. Pretty much all sandwiches/subs come either on a hoagie or pita which is a nice change up. The salads were large and everything looked amazing. I couldn't help but look around the room to check out other's food while waiting. Very fair prices and delicious food. It's always nice to support local restaurants and families. Luckily for us, this place is less than 5 minutes from us so we will be back soon!

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Elyse H.

15 years ago

When I first went vegetarian, this place went way up my personal list. It was impossible to get vegetarian food on the go in Chattanooga, unless I wanted to eat a burger king veggie burger on the daily (needless to say, I don't). Ankar's is awesome-they make some killer falafels that fills that fast food niche. They also put some delicious special sauce on it. If you're an onion ring fan, try them here. Perrrrfect. read more

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Randy Y.

14 years ago

Been coming to Ankar's since 1980 and the food is fantastic!!! Special Hoagie, Steak in a sack or sub with swiss cheese, Gyros, Camel Rider are all great! Best onion rings you can find. read more

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Brandi N.

13 years ago

Great for when you're down for a greasy meal served in disposable receptacles. The falafel is some of the best I've had in the states. Although they put pickles on it - which I thought would be strange - but I think the pickles are what really tie it together! I just wish the pita they put it on wasn't so chewy. read more

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Kerri P.

10 years ago

My son has autism and he wants to try his first job at a sandwich shop (I'll hold back the name lol) and I'm a little skeptical. Good for you for standing behind family. My memory is horrible but I will be visiting friends I'm TN someday soon and I'll be sure to come in to eat...I'd be honored!!!! read more

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Faron P.

11 years ago

Please don't come to this place, I don't want to be behind you in line. Great cuban sandwich.

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Claire M.

7 years ago

We stumbled upon this restaurant downtown and I am amazed! I ordered the Greek Salad with grilled chicken and it was amazing! The ingredients were all fresh with a great flavor. Grilled chicken was great quality. Not to mention the salad dressing definitely tasted homemade! Can't get better than that. Great prices and friendly service! Definitely recommend if you are in town! read more

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Franklyn T.

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11 years ago

I must say this place doesn't look appealing from the outside at first glance. What led me here were my fellow Yelpers. As a vegetarian I ordered the Falafel and boy was I thrown back. The flavor of the falafel is there along with the pita and sauce it comes with. The place itself isn't the nicest, seems to have been a bar/diner half gone but half still there. The staff is friendly just like you would find at a mom and pop diner. Don't expect this to be a fancy sit down place. They have a huge sitting area towards the back that kind of doesn't fit the front part of the place (maybe and old billiard room) but please come right in. Overall for the price and location, Ankar's offers a quick and ready to eat lunch option. read more

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Jeff H.

9 years ago

I'm never disappointed when I eat here. THE BEST ONION RINGS!! The staff is pleasant. Food is always freshly made. Love the baklava.

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Irene W.

5 years ago

I ordered a sandwich online to be picked up the next day. I arrived and parked in the designated spot and tried to call but the phone just kept ringing and no answer. Finally I went inside and they were using the phone to take an incoming order. I handed the girl at the counter a copy of the e-mail I received confirming my order time and date and she looked at like she had never seen one before and she said well this doesn't even say what you ordered so I had to go out to my car again and get the the copy which showed what I had ordered. By now is was 10 min past when the sandwich was supposed to be ready and they were scrambling to get it ready. Did it never occur to them to look out the window and see a car parked in the pick up spots? You have to indicate the color and shape of your car when ordering and I shouldn't have to bring in the copy of both what was ordered and the later e-mail I received confirming the time I was to pick it up. Some re-education in pick-up orders seem to be badly needed. read more

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11 years ago

Fantastic Onion rings and good sandwiches! I personally dine there for the rings and beer.

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Dustin F.

7 years ago

Been eating here for 15 years and you always know exactly what you're going to get, even down to Mrs. Ankar sitting by the door on the left when you walk in. Great food, very affordable and fast service. While Chattanooga is changing so much, it's good to know places like this are still around and doing well. read more

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Washington I.

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13 years ago

Too fatty, greasy for me. The flavor potential was lost.

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Josh P.

10 years ago

Steak in a Sac add Provolone with onion rings on the side was excellent! The bottom bites of the pita were amazing! The Chicken Shawarma chicken was seasoned perfectly. read more

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Devona S.

7 years ago

My family and I have been eating at Ankars since my son was 2 years old. He is now 33....Good food for a reasonable price!

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Bill O.

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8 years ago

Steak in a sack for $5+ change may be one of the best sandwich deals in the country! Lean meat, grilled onions and fresh pita. Onion rings are outstanding. Always many locals dining. read more

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Marc G.

11 years ago

I've been eating here for 30+ years. One of my favorites ever. I don't live in Chattanooga anymore but am sure to stop when I am in town.

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Sheila C.

8 years ago

Great food especially the steak in a sack or steak sub with provolone cheese. It is the best each time.

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An K.

16 years ago

Their cheesesteak subs are the Best hands down!!!!! I have tried so many of them, and nothing cant even come close to it! once you try it! you'll be back!! If your vegeterian- oh they got some yummy felafels in pita bread, which they make them selves. Onion rings- i dont even like onions but these are sooo good! also hand made everyday! If your a lover of chicken- try their grill chicken subs! read more

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Jace D.

11 years ago

Great food! Check out the onion rings on your next visit. They're awesome. Owned and managed by a great family that provides great, personal service. I've been coming here since I was a kid and love this place. A Chattanooga classic that I highly recommend. read more

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Melissa L.

11 years ago

I have been coming to this place for so many years and its the one restaurant in Chattanooga that I visit every time I am in town, without fail! I have loved this place for so many years and the food is consistent and always good. One thing I love is that the people who work there are the same ones I have seen since I started coming here so long ago. Makes me want to plan a trip there soon so I can have this awesome food again! read more

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Kevin A.

10 years ago

One of the few honest shops I've seen outside of Philly. No trillion dollars of atmosphere - just very good food that will fill you up. Steak in a sac is a winner, so is the Cuban (get it as a rider even though it's not shown on the menu), onion rings, and everything else I've had there. Get the baklava to close out your trip. If you're not that adventurous, the classic brownies are AMAZING! read more

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Caitlyn B.

10 years ago

Sending love and stars from Brooklyn. I just found out about this place from an article about Alex and Andrew. Im too far away to have eaten here - yet, but if I am ever in Chattanooga you can be sure Im gonna stop by! Brotherly love like this gets my business everytime, keep up the good work! read more

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Yvonne B.

8 years ago

Before I decided to write this review, I read several other reviews, they were all good or exceptional reviews. I would normally write the same, but over the last year my opinion has changed. The food is still excellent, but they have decreased in quantity. We just ordered three grilled chicken salads. Ankars has recently decrease the salad amount and the amount of chicken they include. We have had the same issues with gyros, steak in a sub, etc. The food is still good, but the prices have gone up and the quantity is less. We actually got a kiddie size French fry today instead of a regular size order. We are going to look for another place to eat, we may return t in a few months. read more

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Jackie H.

15 years ago

Super sweet owners and wait staff. Great for burgers and steak n a sack. Just your average greasy spoon that we all indulge in from time to time. read more

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Jack D.

13 years ago

I've never been a fan of having someone put mayonnaise on my steak so I always ask them to leave it off and usually they do. They seem to be big fans of mayo because it comes standard on every sandwich they make so make sure you tell them if you want it left off. read more

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David H.

10 years ago

I have heard so much that is good about Ankar's Hoagies, even over here in England. I hope very much to visit soon and get the taste the marvellous tasty food and meet the cheerful, expert, hard working staff working there. read more

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Netta D.

11 years ago

The best gyros and onion rings in town. They are so good I've never been able to order anything else :) Hubby took me to lunch again today and, again, had the same and it was fantastic as usual. read more

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Carol D.

11 years ago

I will not complain about the food, it was good! But I will complain about the people who work there who have NO heart! I was having lunch with my family when an unfortunate down on his luck homeless guy entered and sat down at a booth. It was already 95 degrees outside with the heat index higher! He was carrying a large cup of water. He was emptying his pockets of change and about 3 dollar bills when we noticed and my nephew got up and asked if the gentleman was hungry. He said yes and we bought him two steak in a sacks. In a matter of minutes of him entering the store, the police were there and it was OBVIOUS that it was the people behind the counter, that gave the "glance" of "there he is" to the cop without pointing him out completely. THANK GOODNESS there was another good hearted human being who INFORMED the staff as well as the police officer that he had food coming to him and he was legally there to eat. (He had seen and heard my nephew making the order). The policeman was very kind to the guy after hearing that, the owners had no clue because they didn't hear what he said to him, but we did! Cudos to the officer for treating this homeless guy with dignity......Do you THINK people want to be in that position. When my nephew gave him his Steak in the Sacks, he asked if he would like us to wrap one up for him to take with him for dinner, the fella said, "No! I am so hungry"! Give people a break once in awhile...it COULD be you one day! You don't know the journey a person takes! Food was great! Hospitality was heartless and sucked! This is the reason for a lower score! read more

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Chuck N.

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9 years ago

A rock solid Chattanooga favorite for years! These folks offer a menu loaded with more than the usual deli selections. Probably most famous for steak-in-sack with fires or onion rings. Portions are good size and they work hard to serve their food up hot and fresh. It's usually busy, but the wait on your food normally isn't that long. Lots of room. Family owned and operated. read more

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KK W.

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I wish I could drive from CA to TN for one of these Hoagies too! They go by reputation alone! Ankar's you are known of and loved all the way over here in the OC, and when I get the chance to visit your area I will absolutely be stopping in! And I'm not even American (from the UK and Japan and I've told a bunch of friends there too) so let's just call you what you are now - World Famous! read more

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Marilyn F.

9 years ago

Passing through, looking for a sandwich. We had some riders (in a pita bread). They were delicious. Nice friendly place with good food.

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Leanna J.

9 years ago

Delicious!!!!! Steak in a sac alone is worth the one hour drive for me!! I wish I lived close enough to eat here multiple times per week.

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Elizabeth A.

15 years ago

I have grown up going to this restaurant and it is always wonderful. The family is terrific and the food is always delicious. I grew up a strict vegetarian so it was hard to find good places, and Ankar's always had something... of course, as an adult, I then discovered their wonderful cheeseburgers and turkey riders too! read more

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Charles H.

10 years ago

Great sandwich shop! I always eat here when I am in the area. Building is getting somewhat aged but the food is still good.

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Jeff B.

9 years ago

Gyro and onion rings ... great food and friendly staff ... come early like 11:00 for lunch . There packed at 12:00 for lunch and for good reason read more

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Josh J.

15 years ago

The best onion rings ever. I drive to Chattanooga from Marietta just to eat them. I would make the drive just for the onion rings and their Steak in Sub with Swiss is just icing on the cake. read more

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Susan J.

13 years ago

We used to live in Chattanooga and started going there about 30 years ago. We moved to Nashville and still stop by Ankars on our way to Atlanta to see grandkids. I remember our 30 year old daughter sitting in a highchair at Ankar's! The special hoagie, steak in a sack and reuben are all top of our ordering list! Don't forget the homemade onion rings! One order will serve 2 people!! Oh, and the lime supreme is our drink of choice! Ankar's is worth your stop!! read more

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Chris W.

15 years ago

I have eaten here since I was a kid living in Chattanooga. This is now on my MUST DO list every time I'm back for a visit. They have the best sandwiches, fries, and onion rings. I compare every sandwich I eat to Ankar's and they never come close to measuring up. If you live in Chattanooga this is a must. If you're traveling down I-75 through Chattanogga it's worth a detour. read more

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5966 Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
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(423) 899-3074
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What time does Ankar's Hoagies open?

Ankar's Hoagies opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Ankar's Hoagies close?

Ankar's Hoagies closes at 4:00 PM on Monday and Tuesday.Ankar's Hoagies closes at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Tue 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWed-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does Ankar's Hoagies take credit cards?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies takes credit cards.

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Does Ankar's Hoagies have catering options?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies does have catering options.

Does Ankar's Hoagies have a happy hour?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies has a happy hour.

Does Ankar's Hoagies serve alcohol?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

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Does Ankar's Hoagies allow dogs?

No, Ankar's Hoagies does not allow dogs.

Does Ankar's Hoagies have TVs?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies has TVs.

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Does Ankar's Hoagies have bike parking?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies has bike parking.

Does Ankar's Hoagies have outdoor seating?

No, Ankar's Hoagies does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Ankar's Hoagies have parking?

Yes, Ankar's Hoagies has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Ankar's Hoagies was established in 1979 Ankar's Hoagies was established in 1979 with a desire to provide the Chattanooga community with quality lunches and dinners at a reasonable price. With a wide variety of selections, featuring flavors from the Mediterranean and Middle East, as well as classic American sandwiches, we know that once you've tried us you'll be back for more. In addition to 2 locations, one in Brainerd, and one in Hixson, Ankar's provides catering services as well.

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Epicurean Restaurant

Yelp is saying it's closed. IT IS OPEN and great. Yelp is pretty unreliable. Good and service are…read morewonderful.

Had a party here, the food was horrible, there was no flavor and my filet mignon texture wise was…read morelike a hamburger patty made from ground beef. The food was expensive for how horrible it was. The service was horrible it took over 2.5 HOURS for us to leave the restaurant. And they don't offer a military discount. Never coming here again

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Topgolf

3.4

(36 reviews)

1.5 mi

Me and my other two teenage friends went to Top Golf in Chattanooga, TN today. The experience was…read moregood and we had a good time. However, we ordered some chips and queso, and as we were eating it we saw a curly black hair. When we told the waitress, she brought the manager over. The manager proceeded to ask us if we had already been eating it which I'm not sure why that was relevant because we noticed it after we had been eating it. Then she said that she couldn't have known if it was ours and basically blamed it on us because she said her staff didn't have hair like that. She did not apologize, but she did say she would "take it off the check but she had to take it off of the table." So she blamed it on us and acted like we placed it there on purpose. No one in my group even had curly black hair. She was very rude to us just because we were teenagers. I'm sure she puts up with a bunch of stuff on the daily but we were very nice and gave her no reason to be rude. If an adult was there, she wouldn't have responded that way and I just thought it was very rude. Other than that, we had a fun time and our waitresses were nice.

I got to come here for the first time! Nice chilling and gathering location in town! There are mini…read moregolf, top golf and sports bar and more! We played here for 2 hrs and had a great time with friends! I enjoyed the non alcoholic beverages! Will be back if I come back around here! Cheers

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Tony's Pasta Shop and Trattoria

Sometimes the best meals are the ones you weren't planning on…read more My friend was craving Italian food late in the evening, and Tony's Pasta happened to be nearby. We decided to give it a try, and wow we were not expecting it to be this good. I loved that you can build your own pasta dish by selecting your pasta, sauce, and toppings. It feels customizable without being overwhelming. The pasta tasted fresh and homemade, the sauces were flavorful, and everything came out hot and delicious. The prices were incredibly reasonable, especially considering the portion sizes. They also offer free parking for customers, which is always a bonus when you're traveling. If you're looking for a casual, affordable, and genuinely delicious Italian meal in Chattanooga, Tony's Pasta is absolutely worth a visit.

I really like it here. Especially the chicken parm. I got it during my last visit, and subbed out…read morethe sauce on the pasta since I can't eat a ton of tomato. They had no problem making the swap and I really enjoyed my meal. The chicken was great, and the portion was plenty big. I've tried a few different dishes and for the most part enjoyed them. In particular, I love the ravioli. The only thing that fell short for me was the carbonara dish. It didn't have a ton of flavor, but was still fine. I do think this is probably the best pasta in Chattanooga, so it's a great option if you are hoping for some pasta.

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My table

Black Pepper linguine with Bolognese and Italian Sausage

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Calamari and fried ravioli

Yellow Deli

Quality VS. Quantity You had the best of both worlds…read more Ate here for the first time, didn't know anything about it, read all the review and decided to try it. What a great choice! I love, LOVE the ambience a whole lot of wood, very cozy, very homie. It's a mix between a treehouse and a tavern. i didn't feel rushed to get out of there. And they encouraged you to stay and visit. The servers were very helpful, friendly and very attentive. It took us 20 minutes after we ordered all four of us to get out food. After getting our food, the only conversation we, 4, had was, How good and fresh and flavorful our sandwiches were. Tell your friends highly recommend

I haven't been here in a couple years, I think the last time I've been was like 6 years ago. It's…read morebeen a long while and I loved it back then. I also know from friends that it hasn't changed and it's been just as good. I don't come through this area often, but my friends wanted to meet up and have dinner here. Also the ambiance is so cozy and home-y! It felt like something out of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, some kind of fantasy tale. They were quick to seat us, because we were a group of 5 we had the bigger booth upstairs in the back corner. Though we were seated quickly and our group trickled in after a few minutes, it took a long time for us to put our orders in. I feel like part of it is the booth placement in the corner. We spent a couple minutes trying to look at a server for eye contact haha. I ordered the Veggie Burger, which I loved as a college student years ago, and a cup of the Butternut Squash Soup. Everything was absolutely delicious. The Veggie Burger was so tasty, it came with a side of chips and a pickle slice. The burger was hearty, flavorful, and had veggies like sprouts and avocado that tasted very fresh. For me, it was a hit back then and it still is a hit now. And I wasn't planning on getting the soup, but I saw on the menu that if it was the soup of the day then the Salmon Chowder would be priced differently. And Salmon Chowder is probably my favorite soup of all time. However when we asked, the soup was Butternut Squash which was a good one too. We got a round of 4 Butternut Squash soups for the table lol. I just got the cup and I loved it. And the bread too! I wish I had another slice because I finished that in a couple bites. Anyways the soup was so delightful, it was so cozy and great. I loved the added nuts sprinkled on top, it gave a nice texture with the soup. I feel like with Butternut Squash, people have their preferences about savory and sweet soups and sometimes Butternut Squash tends to be more sweet. But I feel like Yellow Deli nailed the balance between the two. Also I had a bite of my friend's waffle ... and I have to say that was definitely a Top 5 Waffle I've ever had in my life. It was just one bite but it was extraordinary. I'm not trying to exaggerate, it was just that good. They have great quality food here and nice service. I had to dock off a star because we were waiting for a good 25-30 minutes just to order when we were ready. Other than that, we had a wonderful time.

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Staircase leading to the upstairs

The Reuben sandwich with chips side ($10)

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Apple Basket Lights

Puckett's Restaurant

Had a great breakfast here!! We have visited the one in Nashville and this did not disappoint. They…read moreseemed to be very very light on staff when we arrived as most of the staff arrived at 11. This resulted in a much slower breakfast than expected. Food was excellent and waiter did the best he could given the light staff. I had egg white omelet, grit (so good) and home fries. All was delicious.

Malia was a super waitress! The food was delicious. Prices are pretty good for being in a downtown…read morearea outside the aquarium. Got us in quickly. I would recommend.

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Wako Japanese Restaurant

4.4

(15 reviews)

3.4 mi

One of the more expensive sushi buffets in town but truly lived up to its price. With the buffet…read more(dinner $34) you get a massive menu of sushi to choose from, and as well comes with a soft drink with refills, and you get your FIRST ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE INCLUDED IN PRICE! On top of that you get endless deserts (try the cheesecake it's amazing). So really the price is amazing when it includes your buffet, never ending dessert and a soft drink or one alcoholic beverage. As someone who moved from South Florida where the food quality is tremendous, this made me feel like I was back in Florida where the food quality is a priority. I can't stop talking about how great the food is here! The service was amazing! We had John Michael who served us with a sweet and kind attitude and was inspired to give us the best experience possible. Very good at what he does! The interior of the restaurant is like no-other in Chattanooga. You can walk through every room and notice how each dining area is different. Just amazing. I highly, highly, highly recommend going here and giving them your business.

i've been wanting to give this place a try and it has such a GORGEOUS interior that i fell in love…read moreimmediately. they weren't very busy around 6:30pm and were able to accommodate our party of 10 as soon as we walked in the door. the host and waitress were super friendly, welcomed us in, and waited on all of us perfectly. we were 4 adults and 5 teens (plus 1 toddler) so i know we may have been a bit much. everything was just phenomenal. i myself ordered the treasure island appetizer and the oceans eleven sushi roll, and the presentation alone made me feel exceptionally underdressed in jean shorts and a tshirt. the fake flowers were a beautiful touch and the fish was so fresh and arranged in such an elegant way. i tried a sample of the dynamite roll, the golden tokyo roll, the avocado salad and the teriyaki tofu and i can say with 100% certainty that it was all so good. i wished after the meal i had just gone with the all you can eat sushi dinner because with the quality of the fish, i would've enjoyed sampling all of their sashimi. always a plan for next time, because i will certainly return! thanks to wako for a wonderful dinner!

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House fried rice

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Clarence B.

7 years ago

Best place in Chattanooga to have a Gyro. This location is by far the best also. Nice people and consistently good food. Don't know why but after trying all the others over the years it's the one I love the Best. Maybe it's the original location b/c I've been going here since the late '70's...have to check it out. Not changed since my first visit then! read more

Tony H.

4 years ago

Went in Sunday 2-20-22 Order usual ham and cheese rider And special hoagie Both sandwiches had half the meat as usual not sure if this is because of cost but i was very disappointed with this I would rather pay more than to get this? Sorry for bad reviews but needs to be addressed. Thanks read more

Gabriella B.

13 years ago

I went here for the first time with my best friend and although i honestly hate trying out new places, i'm so glad i took a chance on this place. the food was so delicious and filling. read more