My husband and I were looking for something a little different on our trip to Chattanooga. We went…read moreit but it was so packed we turned to leave and go elsewhere. One of the workers caught us and said I promise if you stay you won't be disappointed. He was right. We waited about 20 minutes but goodness it was worth the wait. The staff was so nice and the food was phenomenal. We only live an hour away so it's going to be on our list of places to go eat from now on. I can't wait to go back!

Everything was wonderful!!! The staff, the food, the atmosphere. Highly recommend. The owner was…read morepresent and very welcoming. Adding suggestions for food selections.

I stopped in here tonight (Friday night) after a long day at work. I saw an Instagramer post a…read morereview and thought ain't no way it's that good! Well he ain't lie!! The sausage was THE BOMB and better than anything else on the plate even though the shrimp and crablegs were seasoned amazingly! Honestly the whole plate was delicious! But I'd come back for just a sausage. I mean it was spicy and DELICIOUS!!! This place can't hold me in a "trap" but I think it might! This is going on my fave list!! Plus the older gentleman at the counter was warm and welcoming. He said it was a busy evening but remembered my order when I left my ticket in the car. Now if you don't call ahead, you gonna wait BUT this will be THE BEST wait you have for a to-go meal. Yes, I said it's to-go! There's a few bar stools but plan to take your meal home so you can rub your feet together while enjoying your feast in your pj! And like me, you'll be "crap trapped!"

Omg, omg, O-M-G, the food here is amazing. We thought the restaurant was a sit down but no matter,…read moreit still tasted great in our hotel room that was 30 minutes away. We splurged on the Big Dog Platter and it did NOT disappoint. Staff was very helpful and friendly. They were kind enough to give us dessert for hubby's birthday. We will be back for sure. Thank you Crab Trap, you guys made the birthday boy (and me) really happy!

Food, Service were great. I had the fried shrimp platter and it was excellent. My husband got the…read moregrouper finger platter and that was excellent as well. We haven't had a bad meal at all. The ambiance could be a little better, but we got there for the food. I recommend.

brought in guests from Colorado for a quick light dinner, had some great food ( Cheeseburger/fries…read moreand some light sandwiches and were very pleased...... until the tornado siren went off.. and we went off also. We frequently bring guests her to sit in the outside deck and watch the boats. we give it a 9/10. JL. Soddy Daisy

Good buffet and good service. Hot food really hot, fresh and yummy, many options to choose from…read more Salad bar stays very cold. Service is very good too.

This is a good old fashion buffet with home style cooking. We have always seen this parking lot…read morepacked and wanted to see what was it that drew in an over flow parking lot. I'm reminded of an older homey diner, plenty of seating, plenty of staff assisting. Pre-pay, get seated, order you drinks and choose from so many southern dishes. The presentation was that of a cafeteria mixed with mix n match buffet equipment, I think this played part on how I choose my food. They home style choices were numerous so definitely something for everyone. What I did love about this restaurant, it was definitely serving the local community and based on the number of larger, multi generational families seen together it was truly heart warming. I think this environment is much better than a stuffy environment and great to see a community supportive of the locals. Close to Hwy 27 so in the mood for a large meal or just some home style cooking give it a try. Finally don't forget to pick up some local honey or goods.

Great food and atmosphere! Could use few more vegetarian options. But enjoy taking guests here.read more

The view is still awesome and we continue to bring visiting family here but we no longer go for the…read morefood. The service has sadly been lacking lately. Today, we literally had a small ant crawling on a toast which we quickly pointed out to the waitress after she set the food down- and she removed the toast from the table. They did remove the $3 for the order of toast - but ew and they might be challenged with kitchen cleanliness now perhaps. The weird last point is that our bill was $89 - we gave the waitress $120 in cash and asked for $10 in return (equating to a 23% tip but giving her easy math and quick cash-out). She brought back $9. We didn't say anything of course. Will we return soon? Probably not honestly.

Food is beyond amazing got to come and try it out fresh seafood staff is amazing please come and…read morevisit

Thank you for making such good seafood. First time visiting Chattanooga and was feeling for sumn…read morenice. I found this restaurant on DoorDash. So ambiance and service I can't make remarks about. But the foood baby, it did what it needed to do. First time trying and had to order again before I left. The Crawfish (tried it on the second time ordered) was the best I had in awhile, the shrimp and crab legs were very good, cooked to perfection. The flavor and the heat

Seated at 9:30pm on a Wednesday night. EXCELLENT service. Even though they were closing at 10pm…read morethey treated us very very well. Server let us know the kitchen was closing soon, so we put in our order promptly. Food came out HOT and FRESH. Very pleased with our experience. Music was at a moderate comfortable volume. Only thing, this restaurant is pricey. Just be aware. The wood grilled shrimp was worth, maybe, about $16 at best. Overall... well prepared and presented nicely. Service was good and accommodating, even near closing time on a Wednesday. Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Very good experience overall with food and service. Wait time was minimal at lunch time with no…read morereservation for patio seating and service was informative and quick. I highly recommend their brisket nachos, big enough to share, the meat was rich and tender. At the end the white queso was a bit much but still good. The lotta lotta garlic chicken plate was fresh and cooked perfectly, although the rice was terrible, I would recommend requesting a different side. Happy hour is 2-6 Monday-Thursday.

Excellent fried catfish! I had the lemon/pepper style with sides of white beans and onion rings…read more Not a fancy place but good vibes and friendly staff. Home run!

Absolutely the best fried catfish in town! And the service is always served up with a smile I had…read morethe catfish plate with white beans and also greens. It came with a big portion of fish. My partner had the perch sandwich. It was all delicious. It's a small place that absolutely packs a punch!

We live about 40 minutes north of Chattanooga and we're ready for a cuisine change from our local…read moreoptions. After reading all the reviews we headed south and are pleased to share that everything and everyone we encountered were absolutely top notch...food was prepared perfectly from the breads, calamari, trout and swordfish; and the proportions more than enough to require a stroll along the river after the Chocolate chocolate cake. Our server was amazing and you can't beat the riverfront location and views. They don't take reservations and those negative reviews usually involved large parties and special needs that take time to accommodate. Check Scottie's out, and enjoy! I would have given 5 Stars except for the pay to park phenomenon and QR codes that can be just annoying and have appeared in every major city. Nothing is free anymore including parking. We will be back.

You're definitely paying for the scenery because the food was underwhelming. We ordered six items,…read moreand three out of the six lacked flavor. The gumbo tasted like canned chili. The stuffed mushrooms did not taste fresh and also lacked flavor. The calamari lacked flavor as well and was a big disappointment. The server was nice and set our expectations, advising that some of the items we ordered were more of an acquired taste, but we were still disappointed. There was a server change at one point, and the new server was not careful when delivering the food and spilled the gumbo upon arrival. Considering the price and value, this place is definitely a one and done.

Our family had the most amazing experience at Blue Orleans! From the incredible food to the…read moreoutstanding hospitality, this place truly exceeded our expectations. We ordered the sample platter, which lets you choose five different dishes. We tried the shrimp gumbo, étouffée, and red beans and rice--and somehow, the chef surprised us by bringing out six dishes instead of five! Talk about going above and beyond! Several members of our family normally aren't fans of New Orleans-style food, so we honestly weren't sure what everyone would think. Well... every single person loved it! The food was so good that the bowls were literally licked clean. Everything was packed with flavor, perfectly prepared, and clearly made with a lot of love. Then came the surprise dessert: fried blueberry bread pudding bites with a bourbon caramel glaze. WOW! The plate didn't stand a chance--we cleaned that one too! And whatever you do, DO NOT leave without trying the beignets! They were absolutely amazing and the perfect way to finish the meal. What really made the experience special, though, was the hospitality. The chef and staff made our family feel so welcome, and the generosity and care they showed us made this more than just a great meal--it was an experience we won't forget. If you are visiting Chattanooga, Tennessee, put Blue Orleans at the top of your list. You will not regret it! If we lived in Chattanooga, our family would absolutely be here once a week! Amazing food. Amazing people. Amazing experience. 10/10!

The food is always flavorful, delicious, and hot when it comes to your table. The food arrives to…read morethe table quicker than most restaurants of similar size. The appetizers and entree flavors definitely screams N'awlens! The staff is always very friendly, very informative, and accommodating to request. The ambience has a mid-scale/upscale flavor when it comes to their ambiance inside and with the decorations. We got invited back to one of the owners birthday party so we decided to come through. It's been great!! If you come to Chattanooga then this is a must stop location for great food that won't hurt your wallet and the portions are just right.