Back in town, we visited for the first time recently after knowing about the restaurant for a few…read moreyears. We got an order of the hush puppies as an appetizer. They were okay, but for 5 bucks...what do you expect?‍. I would say the accompanying butter was supposed to be honey butter, but it seemed like regular butter to me! The server was polite, but I was scratching my head because she started with---"Let me go see what's not available anymore." Shouldn't she have done that before speaking to us?? The atmosphere is relaxed, but there isn't much to the decor. It was just casual.... there was brown butcher paper on top of white table cloths...kind of tacky really. It was busy, however, which added to the noise. Hubby and I both ordered the 1885 burger. Now, we are talkin'! The burger was delicious! . It was juicy and tasty. Just an all around fantastic burger. This alone is what will bring me and hubby back. The loaded baked potato was standard, but good too. It sounds like this experience wasn't great, but like I said, the burger alone is enough to go back to enjoy.

It was really hard to decide on a rating for our experience. We were super excited to try the 1885…read moreGrill while in town. We went early in the afternoon on a weekday, so it was very quiet. It was also a beautiful day so we sat on the patio. I love that they work with local organizations for fresh vegetables and meat! Our waiter was very nice and fairly attentive. But the food... For the good - the crab cake was delicious. It was like all crab meat with no filler and was very tasty. The pimento cheese was also SO yummy. You could tell it was made fresh and had a great flavor. The pita it came with was fine, a little over-grilled. I was not crazy about the fried okra. I wish the pieces weren't just cut in half, because to me they had that slimy okra texture inside. My gf said they weren't THAT bad, but I really had to push myself to eat them. The rosemary fries have a great flavor and were crispy (I prefer thicker fries but my gf enjoyed these). I LOVE mac and cheese and was super excited to try theirs. It was very creamy and had a good flavor but there was way too much cheese for the amount of noodles. Like the ratio was pretty off. Now for THE issue. My gf ordered the Filet Mignon, medium. It came raw and without the blue cheese compound butter. By the time the waiter came to check on us, I was half done eating. He took the steak to be put back on the grill and brought it back with a bowl of crumbled blue cheese. It was still raw inside. He brought us extra fries, but by the time it came back I was done eating. She asked for it to go and it was STILL RAW. She had cut it, so it was super obvious if you looked. The manager came and talked to us and they took it off the bill, but for a $40 filet mignon it should not take 3 tries to cook it right and it still not really be right. She said there are cold spots on the grill and they're training a new line cook, but it was not a good look... I'd maybe give more of a pass if they were packed, but there was no one eating inside and maybe two other tables of folks outside.

This is currently one of the best restaurants in Chattanooga right now. It's a little pricier than…read moresome of the other places in the area, but it's well worth it. The service is excellent and the ambiance is very relaxing. They had one of the best burgers for burger week last year, but are most known for their aged meats. If you haven't already been here, put it in your list. You won't be disappointed.

Overall it was a very enjoyable evening. The banchan was delightful, and the meat was well…read moreprepared. Our favorites were the wagyu top sirloin and the marinated short rib. Our server/chef Awbrey was pleasant and did a *great* job preparing the meal. The restaurant is not inexpensive, so we were surprised to find so.many.small.children, which was less than ideal, unless you enjoy the high screech of a toddler with your wine. I recommend later reservations to skip the kinder care (no, I don't hate children. I do not appreciate listening to them whine and fuss when we dine out). We will definitely go back, and we will be sure to plan to eat later.

Food, service, atmosphere - Calliope has it all. Our server was Blake & he was thoughtful and even…read moreran our leftovers out onto the street to us because we forgot them. Great team they have at Calliope!!!

I almost skipped Calliope on my last night in Chattanooga bc I just didn't know if I felt like…read morecoming downtown and looking for parking. Fortunately, after 6pm it's both free and easy to find nearby. As a solo diner I was initially relegated to the bar but, I don't drink so I asked for a quieter table and within 5 minutes they accommodated me with a seat by the windows upstairs. The inside is gorgeous and they have a nice patio as well. Beautiful and low-key but elegant decor. Service was excellent and extremely proficient. Never had to ask twice for something and easily able to answer menu questions and make suggestions. I actually hadn't planned on ordering the Fattoush but, when I said I loved tomatoes it was recommended and I am so glad it was. It was a standout. In the end I ordered 3 things bc I was dining solo: -Hummus with crudité (veggies instead of bread) -Fattoush - seasonal ingredients. -Red Snapper - about 3oz so small portion but perfectly cooked and flavored. Loved this. I very much wanted the knafeh dessert but I knew the portion was big and didn't want to be miserable and waste it. They have a nice non-alcoholic menu with some interesting drinks as well. Overall - perfect final meal in town and I can't wait to come back with my husband and try even more!

We went there on a Friday night and we didn't have reservations, but we should have. However, the…read moreconcierge was incredibly helpful and goddess a table, even though we had to wait a little while. Once seated, the menu was eclectic, and the food was delicious. The weight staff are well trained and highly attentive. We even got desserts to go. Every dish is exceptionally well crafted, and the ambience of the restaurant is what I would call farmhouse modern. Open ceilings, a very open floor pan, and rustic decor. This is a special occasion for us, but there will be more special occasion, and we will be back!

Tonight we celebrated Father's Day and I can only assume that our table of 3 wasn't important…read moreenough compared to larger parties. Our server made a good first impression, but after the apps were delivered things went south. First the cook of the two steaks were flipped, my Dad's was too rare for him to enjoy and mine , way overdone and too salty for any human to enjoy. I wasn't able to tell my server because she was no where near my table, too busy hugging one party that came in, and carrying a platter full of drinks past us, while leaving me without a beverage for 10 minutes after the food was delivered. Nobody checked with us to find out if our steaks were cooked properly. Towards the end of dinner , the server stopped by and asked if we needed a to go box. I complained to her about the steaks and told her I wasn't looking for any sort of comp, but did she get a manager to stop by and find out what was going on, no. No dessert menu was offered, simply a check to move us out the door. My Mom's meatloaf was spectacular though, but I haven't felt so unappreciated in a long time.

My husband and I stopped by this chic restaurant for a date night while visiting Chattanooga. It…read morewas walking distance from our hotel and the menu looked delicious so we decided to come here. They had an excellent red wine selection and the waiter was extremely nice! We decided to start with the jerk cauliflower and it honestly was my favorite thing on the menu! We shared the spicy lamb rigatoni and their signature pepperoni pizza and they were both absolutely delicious! I definitely recommend you stop by while downtown Chattanooga!

The whole vibe here is awesome: I walked in, and just felt comfortable and welcomed…read more Menu is very succinct, but has great selections for everyone, from Tapas, to salads, to full surf and turf meals. The wine selection is awesome as well. I had the steak tartar, the heirloom tomatoes with jerk cauliflower side. Everything was outstanding. The mozzarella with the heirloom tomatoes was absolutely exceptional. I think it was the texture of it, but it certainly stood out. Glad I found this place

The food was amazing. The chicken, mashed potatoes, and most of all, maple and bacon fried Brussels…read morewere amazing.

Molly was outstanding....her personality and positive attitude made our dining experience one of…read morethe best we've had in Chattanooga. Food was one of the best as well...

Came here after my Ironman 70.3 to enjoy a steak dinner. I would recommend making a reservation if…read moreyou can - I did because I knew it would be busy after the race. Not sure if they are always this busy but they are located in what appears to be the heart of Chattanooga near a bunch of hotels so I suspect it is always a bit of a wait. I got their house salad with a side of ranch, and then for dinner I got what may have been a special - it was a 7 oz filet, crabcake, and shrimp, on a mashed potatoes. I will say that while I did enjoy the food, it is not the best steak, crabcake, or shrimp I've ever had. I do want to say that our waitress went out of her way to be amazing. By that point in the day, I was exhausted and just so hungry. She was attentive, got our food out to us fast, and was so kind.

From the moment you walk In the atmosphere and staff are very welcoming. They have a variety of…read moreseating areas which makes it fun if you'd want a booth for a date night or a table for business meals or even a room for private parties! The food oh my the food, the calamari was crisp yet light, the bruschetta was fresh and tasty, the fish trio was the best of both worlds and then some. The steak trio was tender and well rounded with flavor. A bit of truffle asparagus risotto with a side of scallops took me to heaven and their loaded baked potato was one of the best I've had. They cooked everything to perfection. To top it off the sticky toffee carrot cake was fluffy and paired beautifully with the cinnamon ice cream. This place is a must and new favorite, I highly recommend !

Came here on a recommendation of friends and wow it was FANTASTIC! The outdoor seating looks…read moreamazing in cooler weather but we chose inside due to heat. Fairly busy but seated right away, brought water instantly and quickly took our drink order. Modelo (served with lime like it should be but is not always) and TROPICALIA IPA which was delicious. Their glasses are etched nicely but they come with drink coozies. I wanted to buy and at end of lunch waitress said we could keep if we wanted. Now the food: DELICIOUS. My husband ordered ahi tuna bowl and it was fresh, great veggies and ahi was great. I had the chicken po boy with confusion potatoes. The seasoning on potatoes was so excellent we bought a bottle of the seasoning. (And one is on every table for use in case you want more). Their glasses baguette was fresh and chunky with yummiest sauce. Chicken was juicy and seasoned perfect. But the best sort was put altogether with the cucumbers, lettuce and tomato...it was a hot sandwich that was refreshing and not too filling on a blazing hot day. The service was fantastic and fun vibe. I would definitely come again and again.

Stopped in for dinner based on reviews and very glad we did…read more We got ceviche, lettuce wraps, and alligator bites to start and everything was delicious. I ordered the grilled chicken poboy and HOLY WOW! The sandwich was one of the best I've had and the mixed potatoes side was equally yummy. Definitely a must try place when in the area