Salsarita&#x27;s Fresh Mexican Grill

(54 reviews)

10.9 mi

Great atmosphere and authentic Mexican flavors. The salsa had just the right amount of heat, and…read morethe margaritas were excellent.

Worst food in Chattanooga first time here, seemed like the food was spoiled and the cactus was…read moreterrible. The services was terrible all young people work here and when we ask for assistance they roll their eyes.

Food was not good tasted bad and had a taste like it was spoiled.

Entrance into restaurant

Chicken Enchilada

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Taqueria Jalisco - ANIA

Went to lunch with a friend, I didn't realize I had been here before. The good, service and…read moreatmosphere were great. I had enough food that I could have had enough for later but I ate it all. It was so good we ordered it to go for later.

Inside has a bright feel to it and there was a warm welcome from staff when entering. I got the…read moretacos, the huevos rancheros, the huarache and a tamale. The tacos tinga chicken, juicy yet dry, the pastor had great flavor yet was missing chunks of sautéed onions and/or pineapple, the asada lackluster, and the lengua was tender and tasty. The huevos rancheros had so much flavor and the eggs were cooked perfectly alongside the chorizo, no crunch at all so as odd as it is I'd ask for the tostada on side next time. The pork tamale was tasty and filled with meat although so small it was almost comical, definitely should have been labeled a mini tamale. The huarache was absolutely amazing, I devoured every last bit, and to top it off the cocktails were tasty too.

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Beautiful plants

Mezcla Cocina Y Cantina

(187 reviews)

9.0 mi

This is our go to Mexican restaurant in Chattanooga. Located in the heart of North Shore, this…read moreplace is right on the corner of N Market St with large windows for people watching. It's very modern with vibrant decor and good music playing. There's a large Bar in the middle of the restaurant with TV's and booths and tables all around. No outdoor dining that I can remember, but I could be mistaken. We've had several dishes, but my go to is the Spicy Burrito with Tinga or grilled chicken. You won't find a spicier burrito with flavor anywhere in town. If you like melted cheese, almost every dish is swimming in it. According to my wife the Margaritas are on point! I prefer a cold beer. The service is good. We're always greeted and have good conversation with the servers and bar tenders when we dine in VS take out. They have a big party for Cinco de Mayo every year. Highly recommend.

From the moment you walk in you get fun vibes with all the color and decor. The staff is welcoming…read moreand service was great. The suiza enchiladas were exactly what I was hoping for with a creamy green sauce ! It was soo good and so were the pork tamales ! Had plenty of meat in them and the masa around it tasted fresh. The Asada taco hit the mark on flavor although the carnitas was lacking a little but with some lime and avocado salsa it was spruced up nicely. They also have a pretty good house margarita. All in all I'll definitely be back for some more.

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Molcajete Mexican Restaurant

Food is always great here. Unfortunately we're always at work and usually the last customers seated…read morewhen we come here. The staff are always friendly and service is quick!

Very very clean place. Hector, our server, was great. Food was above average. We live on suck…read morecreek but will make the drive every time for this place. Extremely great service and food.

Steak Fajitas

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Chori-Pollo

Little Coyote

(121 reviews)

9.9 mi

We had a fun meal. Our focus was on the small plates which we ordered and shared - 4 in total, but…read moreplenty of food for our date night. The selections were both interesting and traditional - a combination of old Oaxacan classics and modern Mexican faire. Plenty of opportunity to broaden your gastronomic range! Liberty, our server, was fun and engaging and full of helpful hints. We dined outdoors and the weather was perfect for it. Great view of the incline railway too. Overall our experience was muy excellente!

This was spotted by my wife and she immediately added it to our must try list while visiting. This…read moreis a cool establishment with awesome, young and hip waiters. We had our two young girls and they were very understanding and accommodating (high chair and coloring sheets). The menu is interesting but to be honest, we enjoyed almost none of our items. The cocktails were very meh. Not awful but not great. The food is really where this place lacks in my opinion. No one was a fan of almost any dish we got. The puffy tacos with redfish were likely the worst. Under seasoned and close to being gross. The catfish dish was so so. The fish itself was good but the grits were hard and the green tomatoes were so sour that they overpowered everything else. The ribs tried but I'd suggest going to a legit BBQ joint for real meats like this. The potatoes were greasy and mostly bland. I'd rank this our least favorite meal in the city. Interestingly enough. We were just at a Michelin star restaurant less than a week before and had the complete opposite experience.

Smoke oxtail chili ..different style of chili

Inside view

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Spring Onion Queso

Taco Mamacita

Throughout the years, I've always loved coming to this restaurant with friends and family…read more And this recent visit while in town did not disappoint! Upon arrival, a friendly host found us comfortable booth seating behind the bar. The waitress not only answered our food allergy related questions pertaining to certain dish prep but the manager came over to our table to assure us that she would be double checking our order to make sure there was no allergen cross contamination. Such a kind, thoughtful gesture! Mom and I ordered the sampler to split - a huge tray filed with delish gluten free chips, a delish bowl salsa verde, a delish bowl of homemade guacamole, and a delish bowl of homemade cheese sauce. For my lunch, I got two of my favorite tacos on their menu still, the California Club ones, large tacos filled with roasted chicken, a tasty like crema, and avocado. Not as hungry as I, Mom got an Oy Vey Taco, another longstanding goodie, a brisket based taco, which she enjoyed. Our later than planned Wednesday lunch was perfect.

Amazing! The tacos were incredible! The sloppy Jose was my favorite, but everything was good.read more

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Agave & Rye - Chattanooga

What a fun place for dinner! Artsy and fun decor and food creations. Our server was attentive and…read morehelpful. Between 4 of us, we sampled a variety of taco options and enjoyed them all. The restaurant is in a great location by the TN River and The Aquarium.

We were in town and decided to try out Agave & Rye. We all tried out the Epic tacos, which is a…read morecrunchy taco inside a flour tortilla. By having this combination you are able to enjoy all the yummy bits of your taco with very little ending up on your plate. I had the Snitch which was cod, slaw, pickled onions and topped with salt and vinegar chips. Personally the chips were a bit much for me, but my husband had the same taco and really enjoyed the combination of flavors. I also had the Island Banger which was a tasty combination of coconut fried shrimp and mango pico. Plus my daughter and I split a margarita which was also very good. Unfortunately the downside of our visit was the service, our waitress was friendly but overwhelmed, we had to ask for extra napkins twice and even had to ask for silverware. The ambiance of the place is eclectic, but I throughly enjoyed the wall dedicated to Prince.

Mexican Street Corn

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Birria Irish Nachos

Mayan Kitchen

My family was staying at a nearby hotel and decided to try this place for dinner after a concierge…read moresuggested it. So happy we did! It was delicious. We enjoyed strawberry margaritas, queso, Mayan fajitas, steak tacos and kids Mac & cheese. Service was great & the restaurant was very clean. Would definitely go back if we're in Chattanooga.

This is one of the best places I have found to eat in Chattanooga. The food and service are…read moreconsistently excellent, and the experience is reliable every time. The bathrooms are always clean, which I appreciate. Paid street parking is usually easy to find, though during busy hours it can take a little more time. The veggie fajitas are an absolute treat and full of flavor. The guacamole is fresh and perfectly seasoned, and the salsa is truly top notch. One of the most delightful surprises is that the churros are vegan, and they are unforgettable. The Papillón dish is especially meaningful. It can be made vegan and comes from the owner's grandmother's recipe in Guatemala. That personal touch really shines through and makes the menu feel inspired and unique. There used to be a young blonde male bartender who was hands down one of the best servers I have ever had. He was personable and somehow remembered both your order and your conversations even months later. That level of hospitality really stood out. Prices are not cheap, and the ingredients are not explicitly organic, but the quality, flavor, and thoughtful menu make it well worth it. Highly recommend if you are looking for consistently great food and a standout dining experience in Chattanooga.

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Spanglish Modern Mexican

4.1

(81 reviews)

9.7 mi

had a group here with some friends. I really love the ambience, which was very Instagram social…read moremedia picture friendly there were so many moments to take photos. They had so many backdrops of and murals as well as affects to their walls and picture moments. The food and the service were excellent even with the mistakes were made. They were course corrected, and I would definitely go back here again.

Awesome drinks, very sweet server, good food and ambiences. I will definitely be back!read more

Great fun scene, with a look at the bar

Cheesy birria tacos with mild avocado sauce, very spicy green sauce, and mellow consommé for dipping.

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Wall art!

Taqueria Azteca

4.7

(15 reviews)

6.1 mi

Food was amazing, looks outside was deceiving but our party of 6 was pleased with everything we…read moreordered! Reason for 4 stars was our waitress never really came and checked up on us and constantly had to ask for refills on drinks

The food was absolutely amazing! My partner and I ordered the Carne Asada and Pollo Loco. Both were…read morefantastic, and the rice was perfect. Staff was absolutely amazing and so kind. Service was quick, precise, accurate, and well priced. Loved the high top bar option, as well as the tables. Definitely a hidden gem!!

Chicken tostadas, carnitas taco, and tamale with lettuce and avocado added for a little extra $

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Fresh guacamole

Tony's Pasta Shop and Trattoria

The food, service and space was incredible. What a beautiful gem in Chattanooga. If I'm back in…read moretown I'll definitely stop by again.

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.

Black Pepper linguine with Bolognese and Italian Sausage

My table

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Calamari and fried ravioli

Yellow Deli

Despite all the rumors I hear about yellow deli, I have no intentions of discontinuing my visits…read morehere. Yellow deli is one of the best restaurants in Chattanooga in terms of tourist experience due to it being truly once of the first yellow delis. Although the staff might be a bit off putting at times, they are very kind and respectful of the customers that come in--all of them are very gentle and soft spoken. If you are in a rush this is not the place to go because their service time is respectfully slower than most. The interior of yellow deli is so beautiful, very much old cottage/pub like style--the whole place has intricate woodwork, warm/soft lighting, and giant murals on the wall. I am vegetarian, and get the veggie burger a majority of my visits, and it is TO DIE FOR in terms of flavor. I have been aching to get my hands on the recipe because it really is that good. On that note, it is difficult to eat at times because the patty comes apart, I would ask for a fork and I'm sure you will receive. Before I went vegetarian my go to was the deli rose and the saltiness of the deli meat with the sweetness of the sauce is unbelievable. The bread is house made and is undoubtedly fresh and delicious. There is not one time I have been that the quality of food they serve has slacked. I definitely recommend!

I can't brag enough about everything! The service was excellent they checked in on us constantly…read more It was the middle of the week so we got a lot of attention as there was only a few other guests downstairs. I love the decor. This is the third location I have been to! The location is different menu items than the ones I've been to in california. The sweet potato pound cake is probably the best thing I have ever eaten. I also had one of their lattes and it was a phenomenal mix. I highly recommend stopping and enjoying this little spot.

Staircase leading to the upstairs

The Reuben sandwich with chips side ($10)

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Apple Basket Lights

Puckett's Restaurant

We went on a Tuesday afternoon in the summer. It was busy but peaceful, we were sat almost…read moreimmediately and met with a very kind waitress who could answer our questions. I had the piggy Mac with a side of green beans and it was delicious. My mother had the pulled pork with a side of baked beans. The pork was juicy and had a great flavor. Although we usually prefer a mustard based sauce, the two sauces that they had available at the table were delicious. The music wasn't too loud and the decor is very cute. A nice vibe all around.

Everyone in our party enjoyed very different dishes including MOJO Mac&Cheese, smoked meat loaf,…read moreribs, and Nachos. Everyone throughly enjoyed their meal. They were also very accommodating to our 5 year old grandson. We were very pleased with our server, price paid, and overall appearance and cleanliness of the restaurant. Look forward to our next trip to Chattanooga!

Star Spangled Spritz

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Wako Japanese Restaurant

4.1

(25 reviews)

0.7 mi

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!

I hate leaving negative reviews, but I have to be honest about my experience. The restaurant itself…read moreis beautiful, clean, and has a nice atmosphere. The customer service was also great--everyone was friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, the food just didn't meet my expectations. I ordered the chicken hibachi with fried rice, and both were very bland. The chicken lacked seasoning, and the rice tasted plain. I've eaten at a lot of hibachi restaurants, so I was expecting much more flavor. I also ordered sushi, but the rice didn't taste fresh, which was disappointing. I really wanted to enjoy my meal because the restaurant has so much potential, but the food just wasn't there for me. I hope they can improve the seasoning and freshness because the service and atmosphere were definitely the highlights of my visit.

Inside

House fried rice

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If i could leave zero stars i would.Not only does the assistant manager inappropriately touches young girls, the boss lets him get away with it. The manager i'm talking about is named Bobby Bell and he's inappropriately grabbed at least 6 girls butts, including my friends. When this situation was brought to the attention of the boss, he didn't do anything, even after all 6 girls quit. They're both disgusting humans and should not be allowed to get away with this. DO NOT WORK OR EAT HERE! read more

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