I really had high expectations for this place. Total waste of money and time! Workers were weird to interact with. There was just a disconnect all the way around. We ordered 1/2 slab of ribs , pork sandwich (came with chips) and I got a side of baked beans. EVERYTHING was way too sweet!!! OMG!!! The ribs didn't have a smoked taste at all. I hated them. I could just see the sugar in the baked beans. Yikes. My mom said the pork sandwich was ok after adding a different bbq sauce. Their bbq sauce was too sweet as well. This place is just a mess and I just can't recommend it unless you want diabetes. There is outside seating only. No restrooms. Flies everywhere. This visit totally missed the mark and I will not be back.... read more

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Stopped here for lunch on a whim. I got the tacos, one beef, brisket, one chicken, and one pork. Absolutely the best smoked meat & tacos I've ever eaten in my life! Service was quick and easy, smelled amazing and absolutely delicious!! read more

We have been touring Tennessee, South Carolina & Georgia looking for the best little BBQ. This is our last night out and it appears the best was saved for last. When we showed up they were calling it a day - clean up had started, smokers were being refilled with Boston Butts for tomorrow lunch menu. The lady we met could tell our from our looks, how disappointed we were (the smell of the smoked food was AMAZING!). She offered to put together something for use if we would take pot luck. While she disappeared to do that, we got to talk to the man who makes the magic happen. The "Pit Master," and I don't give that term easily, showed us how he starts the process, temperature to pull, wrap with butcher paper, time wrapped and when the start pulling to have everything just right. It is obvious that this man love what he does. I'm not going to share his secrets but I will try to replicate what he does. When she came back, she had three boxes - ribs, brisket, chicken and sides. She told us would need to warm it back up before eating. When we got back to the hotel, we couldn't wait. We jumped right in and was it perfection! My wife is a brisket fan. This brisket could not have been any more tender. She started in on a rib, not her normal choice and fell in love without any sauce. The boneless, skinless chicken thigh was soooo moist and delicious. Potato salad and Cole slaw. The Cole saw had apple added that brought out a nice sweet flavor with the bite of the cabbage. Now that we found this place, my only complaint is I have to go back home tomorrow. read more

Chatter Box Cafe - Brisket, Ribs & Chicken - Barbeque Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Absolutely the best BBQ that I have ever eaten in my life! I would love to know where yall are located now. I've been missing the amazing food. read more

After a long afternoon of hiking, we were famished and followed our noses toward the smoke, and came across ChatterBox. We got a half pound of brisket as well as the chicken plate with two sides (beans + mac&cheese). Everything was sooo good. Chicken: cubed/shredded with a smoky/cinnamon/nutmeg flavor; nice and moist and paired well with the sauce Beans: Sweet, and watched them scoop them right out of the smoker after ordering. Perfect side to go with the meats. Mac&Cheese: Delicious with a nice peppery bite. Can't go wrong with this one Brisket: got sliced some lean brisket; nice visible pink smoke ring, sweet caramel-ly bark; had a good smoky flavor and paired well with the sauce Ok let's stop and talk about Brandon's sauce, which absolutely stole the show. Probably the best barbecue sauce I have ever tasted!! The spicy sauce is like crack... slightly sweet, some cinnamon notes, and just enough heat. I would buy jars of this stuff!! Also Brandon who runs the joint is as nice and welcoming as they come. He seems to do a lot for the neighborhood and community too which is awesome to see. If you are craving some BBQ and want to support a small business doing it right, def check out ChatterBox! read more

Chatter Box Cafe - Brisket, lean - Barbeque Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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BBQ seems to be a trendy food for many to try and make. Everyone claims they have the secret and, of course, theirs is the best. Chatter Box can make that claim For their brisket with confidence. I'm a big fan of Texas brisket personally but love it any way I can bet it if it's cooked by a professional. Brandon uses his own rub and cooks by sight and feel. It's not an exact science when it's done by instinct, but when those instincts are as good as his, it becomes like a science or perhaps even a religious experience. Eating it is. I can't speak for any of the other items on the menu because I only had the brisket. I love it so much it's the only thing I can bring myself to order, but my guess is there isn't anything bad on the menu. Here's my only gripe. I've never questioned the amounts when buying a pound at a time but this last time I ordered 3 lbs at once. It felt light but I didn't want to question them with a crowd around. Got home and it was exactly 2lbs on my food scale, still in the container. At $18 bucks a pound that's a big miss. One star off and give them the benefit of the doubt but might be worth double checking next time for the price paid. read more

I had 2 brisket sandwiches today from Chatter Box and they were perfectly smoked and delicious. The meat was piled high and had very little fat. My taste buds were the happiest they have been in awhile. I loved the slaw with apples and the sauce tastes like it has apple sauce in it too. This is not like regular bbq. This is top shelf. The staff was friendly and service quick. I can't wait to try the rest of the menu. read more

Chatter Box Cafe - Brisket sandwich, well 1/3 of it - Barbeque Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

I've seen this business post a lot of good looking food on Instagram, so I thought I would stop in for a try. Brandon is now making vegetarian options with Impossible burgers which was amazing. It's hard to find BBQ places that have vegetarian options so 3 stars just for that! The burger was topped with a homemade pimiento cheese spread which was okay but when I put the sweet BBQ sauce on, it was all over! It was soo good and flavorful. My husband had the ribs and he said that they are some good a** ribs. They were super tender and were very easy to get off the bone. He had them with the Spicy BQQ which was also very tasty. Overall, our experience was awesome and will return again! read more

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I didn't realize this establishment was outdoor seating only, but luckily, it was comfortable weather while dining. We placed our order with Brittany, who kindly told us they didn't serve beer, but they had no problem if we brought some over from the gas station across the street. We ordered the brisket plate with smoked mac and cheese and fried okra. The brisket was absolutely DELICIOUS, so tender and tasty, with a very nice marbling of fat. I could detect just a hint of smoke in the mac and cheese, but it was cheesy and the perfect consistency. The fried okra was lightly fried so you can taste it, rather than dark fried crisps I get frequently get. We shared the platter, and had enough left over to brown bag a sandwich! The only thing that kept me from scoring 5 stars, was that I thought the kitchen area behind glass, looked disheveled and messy, as did the outside of the building. read more

Chatter Box Cafe - Brittany showing off their ribs that just came off the cooker - Barbeque Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Was driving by today and caught the smell of the BBQ and saw a crowd out front. Circled back and they had a small band playing out front while smoking a hog. Can't beat the small shack type BBQ places. Some of the best I have had come from places like this. Brandon was out cooking and chopping pork while the music played. He seems like a great guy and took time to callout the young band and young men who did a great job playing. I went inside to order as a small line moved ok. Got BBQ sandwich with bake beans. The beans are different from any I have had. Mixture of spice, peppers but not too hot. BBQ was fresh, moist and tons of flavor. May try some ribs next time. Not much seating but great to take with you. If you have time give it a try. If busy it might take a little time to fill order but worth the wait. read more

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The BBQ is delicious, especially the brisket - Texas quality brisket! The staff is always very friendly and accommodating. This is my go-to spot for BBQ in Chattanooga. read more

If you're ever in Chattanooga, TN and you're craving BBQ, look no further. The BBQ at Chatter Box is amazing Me and my friend tried the brisket sandwich, beef ribs and a half rack of ribs! So juicy, the meat was falling off the bone and the best part honestly was this special blueberry bbq sauce the guy had made!!! LEGIT The actual building was a little weird because I think they just recently moved into an unfinished building so people can sit down somewhere but the food is made on the grills outside. They also cater! All that to say, you need to Go here!!! read more

I'm not a brisket girl...until today!! My husband came home with a lunch plate from Chatter Box. The smell alone made me interested. Not 5 minutes later I'm standing over this box with a whole new love for brisket!! Wow, I've just never found the right place which is why I've never been a lover. The sauce with cinnamon is also amazing. So, I had entree envy from his lunch and the next time he goes back I'll be getting my own. read more

Chatter Box Cafe - Pick 3 combo! Brisket, ribs, pulled pork, smoke mac, baked beans, apple honey slaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Had the ribs, potato tots, mac n cheese - all were good. Definitely a true southern bbq spot.

I was really excited to try this place given the reviews, but I was so incredibly disappointed. First, the woman taking the orders was unpleasant and unhelpful. We ordered the smoked wings and the tacos. We ended up with the wings, and two chicken nachos. Order was all wrong. The chicken on the nachos was cold and extremely dry. My wings were nothing to write home about. We had the baked beans, Mac and cheese, and potato salad as sides. Baked beans were spicy, the Mac and cheese was dry, and the potato salad was ok. My husband enjoyed the apple slaw, but that was the only high point. We were really hoping to find a great bbq spot close by but this will be our first and last time visiting. We will stick to sunset bbq. read more

Simply the best, I have been going to chatter box now for about a year and have had BBQ from around the US. I have never had BBQ remotely as amazing than I have at chatter box. This is a great restaurant where they are creative and make new things weekly. A passionate guy named Brandon is the owner, and has a unique gift with making his food. The staff is always extremely friendly and kind and know us on a first name bases. Chatter box is the definition of Southern BBQ. Try the brisket read more

I absolutely LOVE Chatter Box! Their brisket is so good! The pulled pork is great as well. The Mac and cheese, fried okra, and beans are hard to beat. Brandon's sauces are so good and I'm so happy he sells them. My only complaint? I wish they were open more days, but Brandon and his crew deserve their break. This is my go to spot to get lunch to go during the work week, and I miss it on Tuesdays. :) read more

Chatter Box has the best smoked meat in Chattanooga in 2020. The pulled brisket is incredible. The ribs and smoked wings have great flavor. This is competition quality barbecue. Great for take out. read more

I was very excited to try this place. I've been following them on IG for a very long time. So I drove from Atlanta to try them out. I had 2 of the 3 meat/3 sides plate with brisket, ribs and smoked wings; Mac n cheese and slaw. All of the meat was tender and freshly made, however it all tasted very sweet (too sweet) without ever putting sauce on it. I prefer savory seasoned meats. It wasn't seasoned well at all and It tasted like it is basted with something very sweet. I could see and taste sugar crystals on the ribs. The brisket had the best flavor because it was the least sweet tasting meat. I spent $85 (including tip) and didn't even eat half of it. read more

I'm from Texas so I'm very picky about good bbq. I got brisket, Mac & cheese, and a pulled pork sandwich. The pork sandwich was really good and the only thing I liked. Their sauce has a more ketchup taste than hickory bbq. The brisket was tough and dry... I really didn't like it. I won't be back, I don't think it was good especially for a $30 total. That's just my opinion. read more

Ordered 3 lbs pulled pork online for a birthday party. It took them a few minutes to find the order in the computer after the stated pickup time. When we got the bbq home there were watery drippings all over the bottom of the takeout bag. The meat was so wet it made the paper in the takeout carton disintegrate when I tried to remove it. Bbq has a strange sweet taste like sugar water or watered down sauce had been poured over it. A $75 disaster. So disappointed! read more

If you want real Bbq this is the place to go. Mouth watering bbq. He has brisket and pork butt , ribs , chickens salad Mac and cheese. Slaw , bake beans. The owner Brandon is so sweet. We really enjoyed this. You need to go only open Friday and Saturday Check it out ! read more

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Run. Don't walk to get some of this insanely good barbeque. You can taste the love and care put into their food! Truly the best barbecue I have ever had. The pork is so flavorful, I almost cried with joy eating- no exaggeration- it was a little embarrassing. The brisket was so tender it melted in your mouth. Whatever you do, don't forget about the amazing sides. You absolutely have to try the honey apple slaw. It's life changing. Only downside is that this place is near my gym... so I may end up gaining a few pounds making detours for some incredible barbeque on the way... read more

No indoor dining here, but the BBQ is solid. I'm not wild about the slaw, it's just "ok." The deviled eggs are pretty good when they have them. Sandwiches are pretty good sized and probably about average price wise for BBQ. I love brisket and it's good here. Sometimes a little dry. Not really the best in town, but respectable. read more

The meat is cooked well. However the sauce is too sweet and has a taste of I think either cinnamon or nutmeg I do not like. I wish I could get it completely without sauce so I could use my own. Also behind the glass of the interior I saw raw meat--sitting against the window which I found disgusting. Never again. read more

This place was a completely waste of my hard earned money. The food is overpriced. I paid $65 for me and my wife she got the 2 meat plate with 3 sides and I got the 3 meat plate with 3 sides. The wings were like baby chicks or something, no bigger than my thumb. No taste at all on any of the smoked meat. The sides were terrible. The only thing that was good were the fried okra. The outside seating only, sucked. Spent $65 and asked for napkins they gave us 2 single napkins. Come on now we eating bbq. Wished I could give no star! read more

I've been to the heart of Texas and had all they had to offer in terms of BBQ. I have had competition BBQ. Ive had Plantation BBQ, I've had Master Blasters BBQ (RIP) and I will put this up there with them if not just a notch above them. I am speaking on this mans Brisket. It is soooo incredibly hard to find someone that knows what they are doing to the point where I solely judge someone's BBQ based on their Brisket. If you can nail that, the rest will fall in to place. This brisket is on another level to the point where this will be the new standard. Chattanooga has failed on so many levels in terms of BBQ over the years. This is the savior I have been waiting for. This is what Chattanooga has been waiting for. This is the next level of BBQ that is certain to put us on the map... read more

The food was outstanding! The customer service was great. You get lots of food for your money. The brisket was the best I've had outside of Texas. The next time I'm in town, I will definitely come back. read more

This place was very disappointing to say the least. I am an advocate for supporting local businesses especially during this pandemic that we are all in together. However, I have to be fully objective. The meal I had was the three meat combo with two sides. I had the brisket, smoked wings, and ribs along with Mac and cheese, fries, and baked beans. The brisket was very well cooked, very tender. However, it had absolutely no taste to it at all! None! The same goes for the ribs. The best item was the Mac and Cheese. Hands down. Unless they change cooks or recipes, I would never return to this restaurant. read more

You must try his barbecue sauce! It's different from any bbq sauce I've ever tasted. We loved the cinnamon tones. The chicken is chopped and moist, unlike a lot of places around that do shredded chicken that tends to be a bit dry. Check out this up-and-comer! read more

This is it. Friendly service and truly great barbecue. I had the brisket sandwich which was fantastic. I also tried the ribs, which really impressed me. Bbq in the South is ubiquitous, but great BBQ is hard to find and this place has it. I'll be back to try the pulled pork, and I'll definitely take a rack of ribs to go. read more

Brisket is mostly FAT use to be good but not worth the money 12$ for a nothing but fat sandwich

If you don't think this is among the best barbecue experiences around. I don't trust anything else you say. Fantastic cue done up right by a fantastic crew. If they have the banana pudding, you better get some for me! read more

If I could give this place 6 stars, I'd do it. We had the smoked chicken sandwiches and they were tender, flavorful and nothing short of fantastic! read more

Good food but I'm extremely disappointed to find out that I bought 2 pounds of brisket and they only served me just a little over a pound and I seen that this has happened to others. Coleslaw and ribs are amazing they can bbq but I will have my food scale on me next time I stop by to catch em pulling something slick. read more

Best brisket and wings in town. Super friendly staff and good prices. Brandon cares about his food and it definitely shows.

That brisket is awesome. Also check out their Instagram for specials-- @chatterbox_423 the owner occasionally posts special sandwiches and offers! Enjoyed ourselves on the patio and watched the owner work on the smokers. Also they mentioned it was BYOB since they don't sell beer. read more

Felt sick all day after eating it. Had the brisket. Knew something was off with it, but hell, it's brisket! Even if they reheated it, it should have killed all the bad stuff. Not today... read more

Chatterbox was the BEST FOOD TRUCK we could have ever chosen for our wedding catering! We wanted something unique and fun for our guests and they provided that and more. Brandon and Ebony were so easy to work with on coordinating our menu selections and the food was DELICIOUS! read more

This is definitely a BBQ dive, in every positive sense of the definition. There are 3 tables inside seating 6-8. Friendly service. Killer hardwood smoked BBQ. Reasonable prices. Finally, brisket done well in Chattanooga! In Texas, you normally get a choice between fatty and lean, but here you get both when you order by the pound, which is fine by me. It checks all the right boxes: solid bark, great flavor, tenderly pulls apart, doesn't need sauce, Ribs were my favorite, however, again, no sauce required as the product stands on its own, as it should. Beautiful smoke ring, excellent bark and smoky flavor. Pulled pork was good. Very tender, though not quite as flavorful as the ribs or brisket, but the hot BBQ sauce goes really well with it. Best baked beans I've ever had. I'm not normally a fan of the thick, syrupy stuff you get at most places, but these beans were different and delicious with a very flavorful thin sauce that had a nice kick to it. read more