Best place to build your breakfast. Cook knows how to cook everything perfectly. The Hamburger is also the best built Hamburger I have found so far in the Chattanooga area. read more

Stopped in for breakfast. We were greeted and seated immediately. Our host took the time to tell us about the restaurant and food and took our drink order before the server arrived. Wonderful biscuits and sausage gravy with lots of sausage. I ordered pork chops and eggs. Delicious, this will definitely be a breakfast favorite for us. read more

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Tried this restaurant for the first time for breakfast. Its a no frills diner style place. Seat yourself, ample room in seating area. Service is pretty quick. Great for kids. The food was mostly average and what you would expect from a diner. Portion sizes reasonable, not huge. If you're looking for a traditional quick diner breakfast, definitely worth a stop. read more

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Hum..what can I say. Ordered BLT and grits. I ate it because I was hungry, but I'm not coming back. Menu says $2.75 for one egg plus a .50 add on. read more

Food was really good, portion sizes above average for sure. Service was great, friendly, and coffee refills always offered, which I love! Ambiance just fine, sometimes it can be a little loud from being busy, maybe add some sound absorption panels, but that's mostly me. We love this place!! ‍ read more

The food was disgusting, inedible, and I found out later, on the news, that inspectors found roaches there. I had great expectations of this restaurant but would never order from them again. A waste of time and money. read more

Ordered hashbrowns - told didn't have them would you like fried potatoes? Sure. After 45minutes because we asked them to check on our food since people who arrived after us already finished which is a bad sign they brought out a cut-up baked potato.....lol if you're having potato problems just come tell us early so I don't have to sit 45 minutes while you potato panic lol. Or tell the overworked waitress it's gonna be an hour for potatoes so she can tell us and we can choose something else. Just communicate. Don't potato panic. Came in 9:15a on a Monday. Don't bring out a mashed potato when fried was ordered 45min ago. But you know you stuck that potato in the oven a while ago and could have said something. Come ask us if we'd rather have something else that's easier for the kitchen if that's going to be the thing. Here over an hour for what should be a simple bfast order. So anyway maybe don't order potatoes at the end of bfast rush lol. Keep eating local y'all. read more

The place could use a deep clean and some updates. Food was just okay, nothing special.

Set back a bit off Dayton Blvd, it can be easy to drive by the first time. There is a sign at the road, but it does not stand out and can get lost in the background. There is a lot of parking, but know the entrance is on the side of the building, not the front facing the road. Spaces are adjacent to the building as well as in a row in the rest of the large lot. Traffic is usually light, so crossing a traffic lane is no issue. The handicapped spaces are by the door on the side of the building. Walking in, the sign indicated we should seat ourselves, so we found a booth. Seating consists of tables and booths, with a larger table in the section near the front of the building. It is an older building which could use some freshening, but everything was clean. Even the worn floors and table tops were clean and not sticky. Our waitress arrived within a minute or two of us sitting down, bringing the menus and took our drink order. We got our drinks in two different deliveries. Our waitress had several tables she was working and seemed to handle them well, dropping off items at the various tables as she walked by. Our food took maybe 10 minutes to arrive. I ordered the "2 egg special". My eggs were cooked exactly as I ordered. The two sausage patties were cooked completely but not overdone. The biscuits and gravy were excellent. The biscuit could stand up to the gravy but was still soft enough to cut with a fork. The sausage gravy was thick and plentiful. I did add a little more pepper, but that is a personal preference. My dining partner's veggie omelet was very good. All vegetables tasted fresh, and the addition of sour cream amped up the flavor. The grits were nothing special, but it's really hard to make grits stand out. Lillie Maes is a great place for a filling and good southern country breakfast, and they also have a lunch and dinner menu. I expect I will be coming back here often. read more

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This small diner is a wonderful hidden surprise in Red Bank TN. Great place for breakfast. It's clean and the wait staff are amazing. I had the 2 egg with bacon and a side of gravy biscuits. They tasted so fresh and good. The food was served fast and arrived hot just like being at home. The prices of all their food was amazingly reasonable. I definitely will be back. read more

Lillie Maes Place - Inside sign and scramble eggs with bacon and biscuits with gravy. - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Best breakfast around, Inexpensive and staff is very kind and personable. Support your locals! read more

Lillie Maes Place - 3 egg breakfast with a side of hashbrowns, so yummy. Fruit was fresh and delicious - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Great local restaurant with real deal southern home cooking. Staff are super and friendly. Be sure to order the sweet potato casserole...best I've ever had! read more

No frills in the ambiance but the food is fantastic the servers are great and the place was busy. Can see why it is a popular eatery.

Comfort food served in a friendly and welcoming environment. Reasonably priced and quick service, would definitely return! read more

Lillie Maes Place - Egg and Cheese Omelet with Biscuits, cheddar grits, fried potatoes - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Weekly specials on black board hours, good food. And different desserts. Nice home cooked place in Red Bank read more

Lillie Maes Place - Black board specials - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Great country breakfast. Can be a little crowded at times but better than any chain in town

Food was great! Service was slightly slow, but they were very busy and short handed, so it was understandable. The staff was also very friendly, so it was hardly noticeable. It is exactly what you'd expect from a small town diner. read more

I love this place! The service is great and the food is even better. I ordered the biscuits and gravy, it was delicious! We also had the ham, egg, and cheese sandwich, fried apples and potatoes. I recommend everything! read more

Lillie Maes Place - Biscuits and Gravy, fried apples, potatoes, ham egg and cheese sandwich - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

The service was awesome! Everyone was pleasant and spoke to me and my grandsons. The food was excellent. We will definitely come again.

We stopped in on our way out of Chattanooga. It's a simple breakfast, but what made it for me was the fresh fried potatoes. My husband loved the biscuits and gravy. Great service. read more

Some of the best home cooking in town. Very nostalgic feel. The new owner greeted every table and the staff was great. Best, dang, fried cornbread there is! read more

Food is like home cooking! The service was great! Wish they were still open for supper

Cozy little restaurant with home made food. A rare find for sure. A restaurant that still makes their coleslaw in house along with the many delicious items on their menu. read more

Can't rave enough. This is mine and my partner's favorite breakfast spot. It feels so homie and comforting. We go every week for breakfast and always ask for Mrs. Treava. She's amazing and has gotten to the point where we walk in and she already knows what we'll eat and drink. It brings a great feeling of home. Thank you guys! read more

Very cute little place with friendly service and amazing breakfast. Their egg sandwich is 10/10

From the Times Free Press: There's something special about Lillie Mae's Place. It's not because of its cozy interior or its friendly atmosphere. It's not even because it offers the best home-cooked meal in Chattanooga outside of grandma's house. It's because of its sense of home. The staff is relaxed and caring. The food is hot and inviting. The dessert is sweet. The sweet tea is sweeter. I'd write that the food is better than anywhere outside of mom's kitchen, but that would overstate my mother's cooking. It's the type of meal you can't get at a restaurant. Except you can -- at 4712 Dayton Boulevard. THE SPACE The restaurant's exterior isn't flashy. It doesn't seek attention. It's a place you have to look for or already know exists. It's tucked away on a busy road, hidden in plain sight. But inside is warm and inviting. It's full of friendly faces where customers not only know the waitress but also her children and spouse. You'll likely see several diners talking to old friends sitting nearby, reminding us Chattanooga just may be the biggest little city this side of Reno. A sign hanging on the wooden counter below the cash register reads "$5 charge for whining," which goes along nicely with the restaurant's "Shut up and sit down breakfast." It's a subtle reminder of strict Southern roots accompanied by the softness and care so often displayed in families below the Mason-Dixon line. Behind the counter hangs a long shelf filled with antiques and coffee mugs of all patterns, adding to the homey feel. The side entryway opens into the larger dining area with about 10 booths and several tables in the corner. Additional quieter space in the back room is filled with 12 wooden tables surrounded by old wooden chairs I'd swear were taken straight from my great-aunt's dining room. A sign hangs in the back room with "God's 10 Rules" listing the Ten Commandments in a way even a child can easily understand: "Put God first, tell the truth and be happy with what you have." THE FOOD The daily specials are the easy dinner choice. For $6.95, customers get an entrée, two vegetables, a choice of bread and a drink. The long list of 23 "vegetables" ranging from hash brown casserole or fried squash to mac-and-cheese and baked beans is a personal favorite. The daily special was stuffed bell peppers or homemade salmon patties. I ordered the salmon patties, mac-and-cheese, hash brown casserole, fried cornbread and sweet tea. There wasn't a disappointing dish on the table. The sides were better than the main course, but that speaks more favorably of the sides than it does negatively about the main dish. I will gladly go back for another helping of the salmon patties. The hash brown casserole rivaled Cleveland's Farmhouse for best in the area. The addition of mac-and-cheese complimented the meal well, and the sweat tea tasted like it came out of my own fridge. This was my first time trying fried cornbread, so I asked my waitress about it when my food was served. She explained how it was made and offered to replace it with another bread choice free of charge assuming I wasn't pleased -- I was. I finished my meal in a blissful peace comforted by the savory meal. I ordered a second helping of vegetables to go ($1.50), and my check was waiting on the table ready for when I finished. I looked over the homemade dessert menu but was too full to want anything. I regretted the decision as soon as I walked out the door and made another trip the following day for the peach cobbler with a scoop of ice cream ($2.50 plus $1 for ice cream). The dessert was as good as any non-restaurant dessert I've eaten. Whether or not the peaches were truly fresh, they sure tasted like it. The vanilla ice cream wasn't anything special, but it was a nice topper to the cobbler. THE SERVICE The best part of Lillie Mae's is the service. My waitress was attentive, kind and prompt. The restaurant was full, something I didn't completely notice until I was leaving, which is a testament to the waitresses. My waitress treated me as if I were her only customer but wasn't overbearing. She met each of my questions with satisfactory answers gently explained and always asked if there was anything else she could do. My food was on the table less than 10 minutes from when I ordered. THE VERDICT Lillie Mae's Place reminds me of all the reasons so many move to this area. We often get caught up in the news of gang violence, whether or not the bike lanes are good for the community or the latest developments on the local school board ­­­-- all important topics. But we all need a break from the stresses of life. We need a good meal and friendly faces. Lillie Mae's offers just that. Contact Mark Pace at 423-757-6361 or mpace@timesfreepress.com. Follow him on Twitter @THEMarkPace and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/THEMarkPace/ read more

Lillie Maes Place - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

My brother in law and I ate here tonight and I would recommend it with some caveats. The food was acceptable and the price was very reasonable. My brother in law ordered a hamburger that was obviously hand patted and well cooked. The small order of fries would be considered large at most places. I ordered the chili and a baked potato. The potato was oven cooked and almost perfect. The chili was not Tex-mex. More of a local recipe with pinto beans. I added Tobasco and solved the lack of heat problem then spooned the chili on my potato. Really really good. Service was excellent. The waitress showed up immediately and came by often after the food arrived to check if we needed anything. As for the caveats, the atmosphere is very pedestrian and the menu variety is what you would expect from a local meat and three. Having said that, the food is good, the service excellent and the price is very reasonable. read more

Lillie Maes Place - Chili and baked potato. - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Six of us went to Lillie's a couple of days ago for lunch. We arrived at noon and were seated quickly. It then took 30 minutes for a waitress to take our drink order. And twenty minutes later we got our drinks. Keep in mind that there were only six tables with customers. At the time we receive red our drinks we ordered our lunch and some of us had to change their selection because it wasn't available, this was common things like sliced turkey and potatoes. After another 15 minutes our waiter informed us there was a shift change and she would no longer be serving us. We finally received our food 90 minutes from when we were seated. I was just getting up to walk out when it showed up. Needless to say all six of us said the food wasn't very good. We will never go there again, so disappointing because we had heard it was a good place to eat. read more

This place has amazing food. They cater to older people, but don't sell it short. You will love everything you get here. Reasonable prices as well. Jimmy and his crew are friendly and make you feel at home. read more

I've only been twice to Lillie Mae's restaurant in Red Bank. The food is good and certainly worth the stop to eat. It is home-cooked and ample. At lunch yesterday I ordered chicken livers and would do so again. My grandson loves his hamburger and my granddaughter raved about her grilled cheese. Today at breakfast I had the special with eggs, bacon and biscuits with gravy. That, as well as the coffee was tasty and filling. The only negative I can share is the wait. On both days it seemed there was an inordinate time between placing my order and it's delivery to the table. Perhaps this is a reflection of the "cook to order" practice. I can't say. So, don't be in a rush at Lillie Mae's. However, when the food arrives and you eat the fixin's you'll be glad you came. read more

My husband and I visited Lille Maes for breakfast today. Food was excellent, waitstaff was excellent. Highly recommended.

Came here for late lunch, early dinner(after being at the DMV all day). Had the blackened salmon steak on rice, fried okra and green beans. Cleaned my plate!! Love me some county cooking and glad I stopped to eat. Salmon was perfect as was the rice (I can usually leave the rice, ate all of it.) Loved the fried okra, green beans were probably from a can, but they added their own touch. All this for $9.95. Taking home the lemon icebox pie for dessert,too full to taste it now. Good size portions. Will definitely return for more! read more

I mean talk about geriatric. Hardly anyone umber 65 in this place. I walked in and everyone was staring at me like why the heck are you in here young man. Not really somewhere I would be trapping to for a meal. When you get done running up the opps and need a place to grub down, this is an okay option. Pretty basic southern food. Nothing spectacular nothing particularly bad. Good place to take grandma to for dinner. Peak dinner time usually hits around 4:00 p.m. here read more

Breakfast is crowded, but very good and cheap. The staff is quick without ever making you feel rushed. The lunch/dinner menu is hit and miss. Some things are very good home made home cooking, some is obviously straight from the food service freezer box. read more

I have been coming here every Saturday since discovering this place a few years ago. Wonderful staff, great food and where else in the world could you eat a meal for $5. If you haven't had a chance to visit this wonderful family owned restaurant, I suggest you do! read more

I'd happily go here any night of the week! Lille Mae's Place does great traditional Southern food, and the crowds who come here are a pretty good testament to how great this restaurant delivers really flavorful and diverse menu options. The atmosphere here is pretty nonexistent, and it can get very loud at certain times. I've never found these factors to be offputting, but some do. I'd say it's just because so many families and friends go here that it's inevitable to hear lots of people catching up, especially around the holiday season. Go here and check it out. They're not lacking for business, but if you're in the area I would definitely give Lillie Mae's a very strong recommendation. This is the real thing: simple cooking like your Great-Grandmother might make (although my Great-Grandmother's cooking was better of course. And we all say that. But I'm actually serious!) read more

Great Country Restaurant! Food is Great, staff are down to Earth and price is good! Favorited by alot! read more

Lillie Maes Place - Storefront Of Lillie Mae's - American Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

This is a locals joint we hit for breakfast quite often & once we came for lunch. All I remember about lunch was my sons chicken and dumplings (taste like grandma made it) and the corn fritters which are addictive! Breakfast is always packed, the wait staff knows what they are doing and boy do they hustle! Seems like everyone knows everyone here and if they don't, they are still quick to smile and holler a "good morning" or "nice weather today, huh!?" at you. Red Bank doesn't have a whole lot to offer in this area as far as food but people aren't coming here because lack of options. It's great priced home cooking & friendly service! read more

Breakfast menu is great and service is great but lunch and dinner selections are very limited and grossly greasy. My favorite breakfast dish is the hash brown casserole and biscuits and gravy . Price is good for the amount of food you get . read more

This is my go to place for great food and a even better price! Food is outstanding, and the service is exceptional. The dinner comes with two sides, and I love the green fried tomatoes! I recommend the chicken dinner special, it will have you coming back for more no doubt!! read more