On a lovely Saturday or Sunday morning, there’s nothing better than a Chattanooga brunch. Luckily, if you’ve found yourself searching “best brunch in Chattanooga,” we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re in the mood for an Insta-worthy pancake stack or some $1 mimosas are calling your name, there’s a Scenic City brunch spot with your name on it.
Hello Monty
While only opening in the fall of 2022, Hello Monty is already giving other brunch-serving restaurants a run for their money. Located in the Southside historic district, Hello Monty poises itself as a perfect gathering space to catch up with friends over a great meal. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. From classic meals like the Monty French Toast to more unique options such as the Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich and the Cast Iron Cheese Dip, this local eatery is sure to have a dish for everyone.
Honey Seed
Also located in the Southside historic district, and open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Honey Seed serves breakfast and brunch all day long. With hand-rolled bagels, Honey Seed specializes in breakfast sandwiches, from the 2 AM Bagel (topped with hash browns) to the Smoked Salmon Bagel (complete with capers, red onions, and dill, of course). For non-bagel fans, guests can also choose from popular brunch items like omelets, waffles, and French toast and browse the extensive brunch cocktail menu.
Aretha Frankensteins
Tucked away in a residential neighborhood in Northshore sits Aretha Frankensteins – a delightfully unassuming establishment that delivers on portions and taste. Although Aretha’s has a generous breakfast menu featuring omelets, biscuits, and a customizable breakfast burrito, it’s the monstrous inch-thick pancakes that make this spot famous. Order a stack to share – and top it with the house-made blueberry mélange if you’re feeling fancy – and you’ll be sure to leave with a full stomach and a smile.
The Bitter Alibi
Served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday brunch in Chattanooga at The Bitter Alibi feels like an occasion. It’s fun, it’s energetic, and it’s full of delicious cuisine, including a hot honey chicken biscuit, a brunch burger, and a mouth-watering breakfast burrito, all of which is complemented by warm and friendly service. Whether you need a quick bite or would prefer to brunch the day away, The Bitter Alibi has a table ready for you.
Bluegrass Grill
Family-run Bluegrass Grill rewards those determined enough to brave the line that inevitably forms after 9 a.m. with a delicious made-from-scratch breakfast. That’s right – all of the biscuits, baked goods, and loaves of bread are made fresh in-house each morning. Meat-eaters will love the Corned Beef Hash, while the hearty Tofu Hash caters to plant-based dieters. Note that the Bluegrass Grill is closed on Sundays, so if you’re brunching, make your plans for Saturday and stay strong. It’s worth the wait.
The Daily Ration
Sister restaurant to The Bitter Alibi, The Daily Ration has been a Chattanooga brunch darling since 2016. With its stunning outdoor patio and a mouthwatering menu, it’s not hard to see why. Popular dishes like the Quinoa Power Bowl, Fried Chicken & Waffles, and Blueberry Flapjacks keep locals coming back again and again, but for those who can’t make up their minds, the Brunch Sampler (two biscuits and five beignets with various jams and butters) is the perfect way to start the meal.
The Feed Co. Table & Tavern
This Southside neighborhood hang offers a relaxed, casual atmosphere as well as a bang-up brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Brunch drinks like Frozen Head & Struggle Bus Bloody Mary and the Cereal Killer (White Russian infused with your choice of cereal) pair well with the Strawberry Short Stack, The Company Benedict, and the Short Ribs & Grits. The Feed Co. offers different menus to the Saturday and Sunday crowds, so plan ahead to make sure your preferred dish is being prepared that day.
Frothy Monkey
Frothy Monkey didn’t originate in Chattanooga, but the Southside staple sure feels at home inside the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo. The all-day café makes for the perfect brunch locale any (or every) day of the week, and with delicious entrées including Loaded Biscuits & Chorizo Gravy, Vanilla-Cinnamon French Toast, and Huevos Rolandos, why wouldn’t you? In addition to the café, Frothy Monkey wears the hat of specialty coffee roaster, and its signature coffee is a highlight.
Kenny’s
Specializing in sandwiches and fresh local ingredients, Kenny’s has been a part of the Chattanooga brunch scene since 2018, and the restaurant has already established itself as a must-try thanks to the work of owners Kenny Burnap – long-time sous chef at St. John’s – and Josh Carter. What the breakfast menu lacks in length, it more than makes up for in quality offerings. The Croque Madame, made with city ham, gruyere, béchamel, egg, herbs, and sourdough, is particularly a treat.
Milk & Honey
The Northshore location of Milk & Honey is what Instagram dreams are made of – think lime green booths and retro mosaic-tiled walls. The establishment also has a unique menu, which includes fun items like Rosé Waffles and Pork Confit Poutine alongside more traditional items like fried chicken biscuits, cheesy omelets, and sourdough toast. With large amounts of seating and a full bar, Milk & Honey is more than prepared to take on the weekend brunch crowd. Don’t forget to order a homemade strawberry pop tart to go!
Niedlov’s Bakery & Café
When they’re not baking bread for nearly every restaurant in town, the artisans at Niedlov’s Bakery & Café are serving up some of the best Saturday brunch in Chattanooga. Order an almond croissant or a cruffin – a cross between a croissant and a muffin – to tide you over while you agonize over the menu. With options ranging from avocado toast to eggs benedict and the B.E.C. (scrambled local egg, cheddar, bacon, paprika aioli, and roasted red peppers on a toasted baguette), it’s impossible to go wrong.
SideTrack
If you’re planning to participate in Sunday brunch in Chattanooga at SideTrack, located in the heart of North Chattanooga, you better come with an empty stomach. The meal wouldn’t be complete without an order of beignets – fried to order and dusted with powdered sugar. Locals also love the whipped feta dip as an app, but leave plenty of room for mains like the brioche French toast, eggs in purgatory, and chicken and waffles. Meanwhile, unique cocktails such as “The Dude” (coffee, ice, vodka, kahlua, and milk) will keep you on your toes.
State of Confusion
There’s no confusion when it comes to State of Confusion’s status as a top brunch destination, and with both indoor and outdoor seating, pups of all sizes can join in on the fun! Whether you go sweet (looking at you, Funnel Cake Breakfast) or savory (may we recommend the Confusion Deviled Eggs?), a side of Confusion Potatoes is a must. Wash everything down with a mimosa or a bloody mary before continuing your tour of Chattanooga’s Southside district.
STIR
Housed inside the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo, STIR serves lunch, dinner, and, of course, brunch. Locals come for the $1 mimosas but stay for the out-of-the-box offerings, such as the Lobster Crab Cake Breakfast and the Brunch Steak Frites. Fresh oysters, also available at lunch and dinner, are on the brunch menu and aren’t to be missed. Take your brunch on the restaurant’s private terrace when it’s warm, or stay indoors and enjoy STIR’s eclectic aesthetic that beautifully blends the old with the new.
Tupelo Honey
Tupelo Honey hosts a Southern-inspired brunch beginning at 9 a.m. on the weekends. While the carefully curated menu offers something new each season, the melt-in-your-mouth biscuits are always on tap and should be enjoyed alongside the Tupelo Shrimp & Grits, Fried Chicken & Waffles, or the Mountain Morning Bowl (featuring two sunny-side up eggs, Parmesan and rosemary potatoes, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, salsa, and roasted red pepper sauce over stone-ground goat cheese grits).
Whitebird
With one of the buzziest brunches in town, Whitebird dispels the saying that you can have too much of a good thing. An elegant setting, artful culinary creations, and crafty cocktails work together to deliver a memorable meal. The classic brunch cuisine – including Biscuits & Gravy, Fried Chicken Tenders & Waffles, and Shrimp & Grits – honors the region we live in by incorporating fresh, local ingredients and familiar cooking methods. Brunch at Whitebird can be enjoyed on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.
