The pancakes are the real star of the show here with the ambiance a very close second. The walls…read moreand ceiling were lined with vintage cereal boxes, movie posters, skeletons, and goblins. For all the tangible, retro, nostalgia-coated decor that calls back to a time when practical effects were how monsters were made it is so surprising then to see their merch emblazoned with AI slop. I wanted a shirt because I'm a sucker for glow-in-the-dark anything, but not enough of a sucker to buy the slop shirt. The biscuits were so-so, the gravy tasted like Cracker Barrel's (which isn't necessarily a bad thing, it's just not what you'd expect from a place like this), but the fried potatoes and the pancakes were so good. I'll definitely skip the biscuits and gravy and just order the pancakes and potatoes if I make it back there again. Those were the standouts to me. The poor girls working the front of house were short staffed and being run ragged, but they were still very nice and attentive. It also seemed to be one of their birthdays unfortunately. This is such a cool little spot marred only by the fact that the wait times get crazy and some of their merch uses AI generated imagery

The expected from recommendations: Fun, Funky and eclectic little very little restaurant (only 7…read moretables)-in a residential area north side of Chattanooga. No parking, find street parking. Put yourself on the waitlist, no reservation. Up to 1 hour wait on weekends. Menu is classic American breakfast style The not so good: the chef was not in the mood... The house pancakes are huge and fluffy corn bread style - while I was not expecting this style at all, I enjoyed the texture and flavor. Just be aware if u order for kids. That dish could have been amazing unfortunately we could only enjoy 1 as the other was burnt and hidden on the bottom of the stack. The spicy grits were clumpy and completely bland. The super dave dish was flavorless scrambled eggs with garnish on top. The biscuits were cold and dry. This local eatery could have been a 5 but the food ruined the whole experience especially after waiting 1 hour for the table and another 30 min for the food. Disappointed...

We happened onto this place, and stopped for lunch - most delightful place ever! The decor was…read moreamazing- lots of Alice in Wonderland everywhere, and so beautifully displayed. The service was wonderfully friendly, and the tea was excellent. I had the BBQ and slaw on cheese grits - it was incredibly delicious! The collard greens were the best I've ever had - 10 Stars!!!

We stopped into Hatter's Café while visiting Mentone and absolutely loved it. The Alice in…read moreWonderland themed decor is so unique and thoughtfully done. It truly feels like you have stepped into another world. There is nothing cookie cutter about this place. The service was fantastic. Friendly, welcoming, and attentive. After eating, we went into the little shop next door and could not get enough of it. The Alice in Wonderland merchandise is incredible and unlike anything you will find anywhere else. We wanted everything. This café and shop are such special gems and add so much character to Mentone. If you are visiting the area, this is an absolute must stop. You will not find anything else like it.

Community table or single party table availability. Some outdoo and bar seating as well…read more Speciality coffees and pastries (gf options too!!) We came for Sunday brunch and the wait staff was super friendly and helpful. Quick service and lovely atmosphere. The toasted coconut iced latte is wonderful! The Sunday menu is small but great options - we ordered the shrimp and grits and the chicken salad on focaccia. Very delicious - chicken salad is spicy served w roasted red potato hash. My shrimp and grits could've used a bit more salt but I loved the buttery flavor with chorizo added to the mix - yum yum. I got a piece of gf banana bread to go they said they could grill it for me. Really enjoyed the experience and food here.

This si a nice little breakfast spot near the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Atmosphere is like a cool…read morecoffee bar. I could almost picture people coming in and playing board games. We got in about 1/2 hour before close and ended up with a single table. I would have loved the community tables personally, but it is never lost when you are with company you like. I grabbed my norm with a new breakfast restaurant: Denver Omelet. Nicely done with just enough brownning to get the maillard effect. Hash browns were large chunks and nicely seasoned and browned. THe most fun was watching people interact with each other.

Great service, very good latte and food. Possibly the best pancakes ever. Will definitely go back…read moreif ever in Chattanooga

The wait on Mothers Day, was only 25 minutes..They gave each Mom a flower…read more I ordered the bacon breakfast tacos. Three huge tacos with the fluffest eggs!!! I highly recommend Ruby Sunshine....

Jordan was our server. She was nice and very attentive. We asked what she recommended and she…read moreoffered several great options. We started with the Brick Oven Pretzels and then ended up getting the Country Benedicts with hashbrowns, the Chicken & Waffles with bacon bits in the side, the French Toast Platter with side of bacon. The restaurant is cool. Open space with a full bar. They also have two conference rooms for hosting large groups. There are also several tvs with sports playing. It took quite a while to get our food, but it was hot. I tried the French Toast and it was still soggy in the middle, not completely done. Wasn't bad, just not how I like them cooked. My son must have liked the Chicken n Waffles because they did not last long, lol. I didn't mind my order. I didn't read that description through for the Country Benedicts but I'm not disappointed. I also inquired about catering and was told they do cater and have a smoker, pizza oven and that they go heavy on appetizers. Very nice!

My wife and I tried this place for the first time today. My wife had the chicken and dressing and…read moreliked it. I had the brisket and thought it was pretty good until I f noticed a black hair looking piece in my mouth.... We could not determine what it was and neither could the restaurant staff. What got me was they did not apologize or offer to replace the sandwich... they just said"we don't know what that is" and acted like everything was normal. They charged us for the food ( which my wife is mad because I paid) and went on like it was more our problem than theirs. So, I obviously do not recommend this place... unless you like mystery items in your sandwich.

Housed in an old converted gas station, this spot features breakfast, brunch and lunch as it closes…read moremid-afternoon. While you can order the typical breakfast fare, my recommendation is you take full advantage of the creative offerings, that which makes this a popular spot for the locals. While there is more eating space than you realize, it is easy to assume the restaurant is too crowded, based upon the limited parking area. Don't make that mistake. The service is expedited by placing your order at the counter and the staff delivers it to your table as soon as it is ready. I had their breakfast sandwich with lox and my daughter their breakfast nachos, both were absolutely delicious! My only complaint was my vanilla latte was a little too sweet, something that is very correctable. It's a cute spot, with dining space both inside and out. It's well worth the visit and if you're too late, hit the burger bar next door.

Another great experience. The steak burrito was amazing! The blueberry pancakes and yogurt with…read moregranola were tasty too! The Bloody Mary was a work of art!

my mom and i stopped by here yesterday for dinner. we were sat pretty quickly and waited on by a…read morevery friendly guy, he was super nice and was just wonderful! i ordered the cajun wrap with no sour cream, but kept the salsa and pickle, added a side of guacamole and got the baked potato with no butter as a side. it really hit the spot. there were so many little shrimp in the wrap with a healthy amount of peppers and onions! the baked potato was hot and with the salsa and guacamole it was just all so good. i love coming here for something quick that has a variety of nearly every kind of cuisine. we were sat in the side by a window, and we weren't bothered by excess noise or any trash. clean and peaceful experience.

We stopped in for breakfast after a brief stop in Chattanooga. I had the Philly Cheese Omelette. It…read morewas served with a delicious side of home fries and toast. My husband had the fiesta omelette which he said was very good and had the right amount of kick. My daughter had a breakfast burrito which she said was tasty. Definitely a great stop for a hearty, yummy breakfast.

We went for breakfast this morning. I had a western omelette, biscuit and gravy. Husband had…read morehotcakes and bacon. Oh my! Our food was excellent!! Maybe the best biscuit ever? Our service was great. Karen & (owners) Stan are the Best!

Haven't been here in about 20 years, decided to give it a try again. Nothing wrong with/ it the…read morefirst time, just not in my everyday path. Everything we tasted was delicious & hot, we didn't have to wait on a table or long on our food even though it was lunch & the parking lot was packed. Just a cute hometown, country cooking, friendly restaurant. We will be back!!

We decided to take a chance on Big Bad Breakfast during the Cornbread Festival and man, am I glad…read morewe did! I was a little hesitant since we were in a new town and everything was packed, but this place totally delivered. The omelet was fluffy and packed with flavor, and the French toast... well, I wasn't expecting it to be deep fried but holy cow it worked. Crispy on the outside, soft and sweet inside, and absolutely addictive. The service was quick and friendly even with the festival crowds, and the vibe inside is fun and casual exactly what you want for breakfast. Portions are generous too, so we left stuffed and happy. If you're in the area, definitely stop by. We even walked over to the Lodge Museum afterward and made a whole morning out of it.

We were visiting Chattanooga and thought it would be fun to check out the Lodge Cast Iron Museum,…read moreso naturally we ate at Big Bad Breakfast while there. It was a random weekday morning, so it was really quiet. Our waitress was super nice and attentive. It's a casual place, with lots of tv's. I had a hard time choosing between the Yard Work Skillet and the Cornbread Omelet, but I figured where else would I find a cornbread omelet? It was SO yummy. I got the bacon on the side because I don't eat it, but there was a lovely amount of veggies and just the right amount of cheese. The cornbread eggs had such an interesting flavor. I got the cheese grits on the side which were a little spicy and deliciously creamy. My gf got a breakfast plate and thought it was good. The crispy hash cake was ok but a little dense. I ended up eating her biscuit the next day and it was really good.