UPD Mediterranean Cuisine

This was a place I really, really, really wanted to try while staying on the North side of town…read moreabove Frazier. I did Edward's Point and Signal Mountain on a super hot morning hike and decided I had earned a huge sandwich and some pimento cheese so, I snuck in about 25 minutes before closing to get a sandwich to go. Staff were SO nice and welcoming. Telling me there was no rush, I could sit and eat, etc. I spoke to the charming Chris, who went over the entire menu with me and offered for me to sample a few of their pasta salads and pimento and made suggestions. He was the biggest sweetheart. In the end, they didn't have the daily special chopped Italian I'd seen so, I went with a turkey and cheese with pimento to go and some sweet tea. At checkout, another friendly and lovable female staffer was totally charming. My sandwich was HUGE and the pimento cheese was some of the best I've ever had! And, your girl is from the South so, I've had a metric ton of pimento in my life. I really like the location and the vibes inside. Local's gem. And the staff, A+++++

As we walked in, I felt like we were stepping back in time. The lighting is not bright, and the…read moredecor was darker brown tones. But, the place is full of happy customers enjoying their meal and each other! We went up to the counter to order and found out the Cuban sandwich was big enough to share. There are no meal deals - "your money is between the buns". Our sandwich was very good and it was even served on two plates for us. This was a gem of a find today! Definitely recommend!

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Cuban

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Reuben

Yellow Deli

4.4(350 reviews)

0.5 mi

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.

I wanted to give 3 stars so bad but their root beer is just that good. The food is always amazing…read morehere, they have nothing to improve on in that regard. Our waitress was incredibly slow for us. She took a while to give us our check, and forgot to bring me a root beer refill when she said she would. I mean, I get it, nobody there is getting paid, but come on, I want my root beer! All in all, if you desire to step into a hobbit shire and vibe with hand carved wooden everything, this is your spot. Just don't expect to go anywhere anytime fast.

Staircase leading to the upstairs

The Reuben sandwich with chips side ($10)

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Old Saint Joe coffee... delicious

Main Street Meats

4.5(596 reviews)

1.0 mi

First time ever in Chattanooga was suggested this restaurant from the valet at the hotel…read more Absolutely win. The flavors and service were in incredible. It was a butcher shop, bar and restaurant and was a fun experience Nice gem of a place and would definitely go back when in town

I came here on a holiday weekend while visiting from out of town with family (8people). They don't…read moretake reservations so that can be challenging with a large group but I called ahead to find out the best time to come in. We only had to wait about 30 min. With a large group & a small waiting area that was a bit tough but they took great care of us while we waited. I got a whiskey sour that was delicious. Once the table was ready the flipped it super quick to get us seated & started caring for us right away. The food was delicious! I got a Cuban which is a favorite of mine. Absolutely loved it & it was still great as a left over the next day. Several people at the table got the burger. They mentioned they would've liked more topping but that it was still delicious. Someone got fish & someone else got a steak they raved about how great it was. The fries were top notch. I'd go back just for the fries. The restaurant was loud so it was hard to talk in a large group. It was very clean & maximized the small space they have. When it's not the middle of summer it would be nice to sit outside on their patio. It seemed like if you were willing to sit there you got sat & served immediately. They kept the restaurant cool for the door being opened a lot. All of the staff were very helpful & helpful. We found this place because two friends who used to live here recommended it. Neither of them know each other & for them to both recommend the same restaurant out of all the amazing looking restaurants in town, we had to check it out. When we're in town again we'll definitely be going back. Highly recommend!

Counter with Bourbon selection

Autumn Squash @tiffhuangry

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The Grey Flower Deli

4.9(47 reviews)

15.6 mi

We went for the Deep Dish pizza. It wasn't as deep as Chicago pizza but it is much closer! LoL It…read morewas faster than Chicago deep dish & Delicious!! Great Service Clean location I will be back!!!

This quaint little place in Apison is a complete gem! It's not fast food- it's delicious food! As…read morealways, they are kind and courteous here, and the place is super clean, Today, I chose the hot meatloaf sandwich and their cornbread salad. It's a slab of meatloaf. It was the best meatloaf sandwich I've ever eaten. The cornbread salad is something I crave. It never disappoints. Tuesday-Saturday 11-8 it's worth the drive from anywhere. Their pizza is also great.

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Tasty Heaven Sandwiches

4.6(41 reviews)

6.1 mi

Naming your sandwich shop Tasty Heaven Sandwich Shop "Heaven" is a bold strategy. That's not…read morebranding... that's a performance guarantee. I needed something quick, light, and close to our company office in Chattanooga. The ratings were strong, the reviews looked promising, and frankly when you call yourself Heaven, expectations go up fast. I'm not asking for miracles... but a great sandwich would be a nice start. First clue something was... developing... was the sign. Still a banner out front. Which usually means one of two things: 1. Brand new and figuring things out. 2. Someone lost a bet with a printing company. Inside felt like a sandwich shop that's been around for decades. Worn floors, chalkboards tossed up on the wall like they lost a game of darts, and the menu scribbled across them in chalk. Not charming-chaotic. More like... chaotic-chaotic. No problem. I'm here for the sandwich. I ordered the #1, because when a place names a sandwich after itself, that's usually the mic drop item. The "Heaven Classic." If you're going to plant your flag, plant it on the best hill. It came out fast. Very fast. Suspiciously fast. I brought it back to the office, opened it up, took a bite... and immediately felt like I'd been transported to the deli aisle of a gas station. "If this sandwich were any more average, it would come with an Oscar Mayer jingle." The bread was actually pretty good. Nice texture, solid foundation. But the filling? It felt like someone stopped at a convenience store, grabbed a pack of cold cuts, and said, "Yep... this'll do." Now here's where the plot twist comes in. Afterward I started digging through the reviews because the disconnect was wild. People were raving about this place. Five stars everywhere. I'm thinking, "Did I walk into the wrong universe?" Turns out... most of those reviews are for Steamboat. Looks like the place changed names sometime late last year. Same location, new name, very different experience. So the glowing reputation may belong to a former tenant. Which leads to my final thought... If this is Heaven, I'd hate to see the alternative. I'm landing at three stars, mostly because I'm feeling generous today and the bread deserved better than the situation it was put in. Would I go back? Probably not. Chattanooga has way too many great sandwich spots to gamble on purgatory again.

Good basic sandwich. Bread always fresh, and I think made on site. Usually brisk business but quick…read moreservice nonetheless.

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Heaven Classic sandwich combo exactly $11.00 In 2025! Are you kidding me?! On homemade bread! This is awesome.

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Figgy's Sandwich Shop

4.0(24 reviews)

0.5 mi

The food was really good, but the lady that worked the cash register was very rude. She would have…read morean attitude with us if we asked a question. It was really cute just wish the service was better. Hope this helps !

I stumbled across Figgy's while staying at Hotel Clemons and looking for a late lunch around 3:45…read morePM, when many downtown restaurants were closed between meal services. I arrived just as the owner was getting ready to close. Even so, he kindly welcomed me in and made me a sandwich, which immediately left a great impression. I ordered the daily special with a side of pasta salad, and both were excellent. The sandwich was generously filled, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the prices were very reasonable. While waiting, I learned the owner has been running Figgy's for about 30 years. The restaurant has that classic local lunch spot feel, with regulars stopping in and a friendly, community atmosphere. The restaurant was clean, had plenty of seating, and the service was genuinely welcoming. If you're looking for a local Chattanooga sandwich shop with great food, fair prices, and an owner who truly cares about his customers, Figgy's is absolutely worth a visit.

My half ate "special wrap"

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Nicks Deli & Marketplace

4.5(55 reviews)

7.2 mi

Such a delicious turkey and sourdough sandwich! Can't wait to get another one. Really, really…read moregood!

Food is always fresh and tasty. Best potato salad, its not a mustard potato salad, give it a try…read more It's what a deli is supposed to be.

Pastrami

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Italian sandwich and Boylan root beer.

Shadys Corner

3.7(29 reviews)

1.2 mi

Super awesome spot! I don't want to write a good review about how cool this place is because you…read morewill go there ruin the vibe. And I dont Want that

Shady's corner never misses!!! I've been here for food during the day and also late night!…read more I love how easy and quick the bar service is, I also love how they are cooking food like sandwiches and grilled cheese till late night!! So many things to do, hang inside, Photo Booth, hang outside, dance. It is the PERFECT BAR

Who doesn't love pinball?

Meatball sandwich

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French dip-actually loaded with meat

Mimis Deli

4.2(125 reviews)

6.9 mi

I've eaten here many times, but have always had the cheeseburger. The young lady (Manager, I think)…read moresuggested the Italian panini, and I'm glad she did. The sandwich was packed full of meat, melty cheese, and peperoncino peppers. It was piping hot and so delicious. As always, the restaurant was super clean and organized well. If you want a great sandwich, try it.

Took 30 minutes for a steak sandwich which I had to ask twice for. It's 1 pm and the restaurant was…read morehalf full. When my sandwich was finally delivered I was surprised at how small it was. For $12 I expected much more. Won't come back

Pickle bar

Turkey Reuben Sliced turkey breast with old fashioned sauerkraut, Swiss cheese

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Cajun fries

ODells on the Go

4.7(45 reviews)

4.1 mi

I've been a loyal customer for over 30 years. I've had their hamburgers, pizza, and breakfast…read moresandwiches. I've wanted to try they're meatloaf sandwiches but I seem to miss them, when they have them available. Highly recommend eating the pizza there, because they're perfect when their piping hot.

Passing through Chattanooga, stopped at this local favorite for lunch. Very friendly, people loving…read moreatmosphere, great pizza at a great price. We were told everything on the menu is very good. Hopefully, we'll be able to try the hamburgers next time, definitely recommend

Inside, order here.

Pepperoni - Personal Pizza with 1 Topping - Delicious!

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Owen L.

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4

3

4 years ago

Homophobic.... I was sitting with a group of people and one of the kitchen staff walked out and asked if anyone needed anything and a gay couple raised their hands and the employee said, "Maybe if you brought a woman here I would respect you more." Honestly, I'm sad that I gave money to this business. read more

Caleb John R.

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1

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7 years ago

For falafel wraps in Chattanooga, they have the secret sauce. These vegetarian wraps have that NYC falafel joint feel. They put french fries in the Deluxe wrap - what could be better than that? Go support this friendly spot and eat a falafel. read more

John M.

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8

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8 years ago

The owner is sexist, creepy, and predatory towards young female workers. Also homophobic. Need I say more?

UPD Mediterranean Cuisine - pizza - Updated September 2026

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