Nearby Restaurants
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chattanooga Downtown (407 Chestnut Street) sits in the heart of downtown, within walking distance of restaurants, cafés, and bars for every meal. Restaurants are grouped by approximate walking time from the hotel.
Each listing has a Map link (opens in Google Maps for directions, hours, and photos) and, where available, a Website link for menus and reservations.
In the Hotel
The Grove Restaurant · American bistro
Bistro-style restaurant on the second floor serving breakfast and dinner. Breakfast is weekdays 6:30–10:30 a.m. and weekends 7–11 a.m.
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The Daily Grind · Coffee
Hotel coffee shop serving Starbucks coffee, tea, smoothies, and grab-and-go breakfast items.
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The Grove Bar · Bar
Casual hotel lounge with craft cocktails and a light dinner menu.
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Right Around the Corner
About 5 minutes or less on foot.
Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse · Brazilian steakhouse · 1–2 min walk
All-you-can-eat Brazilian churrascaria: servers carve grilled meats tableside, plus a large salad and hot-sides bar. Inside the Holiday Inn & Suites around the corner.
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Mayan Kitchen · Latin American · 2–3 min walk
Latin American menu with pupusas, tacos, steaks, and seafood, plus a lively bar with margaritas and sangria.
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Maple Street Biscuit Company · Breakfast & lunch · 2–3 min walk
Scratch-made biscuit sandwiches, biscuits and gravy, and coffee. *Breakfast and lunch only (closes mid-afternoon).
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City Cafe Diner · Diner · 2–3 min walk
Classic diner with an enormous menu, from breakfast and sandwiches to pasta and entrées, and a big dessert case. Open 24 hours.
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Olos · Mediterranean · 3–4 min walk
Mediterranean restaurant and specialty market with mezze, shawarma, and shareable boards; the upstairs dining room has city views.
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Ankar's Downtown · Sandwiches · 3–4 min walk
Family-run sandwich shop known for its Steak in a Sack, falafel, and oversized onion rings. Lunch only; closed Sundays.
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Ruby Sunshine · Brunch · 3–5 min walk
New Orleans–inspired breakfast and brunch: shrimp and grits, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, and brunch cocktails. Open until early afternoon.
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Home · Cocktail bar & small plates · 3–5 min walk
Stylish lounge known for espresso martinis and craft cocktails, with shareable small plates and live music or a DJ some nights. Opens in the afternoon.
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Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe · Mediterranean · 3–5 min walk
Fast-casual Greek and Mediterranean: gyros, grilled chicken and salmon plates, wraps, and salads. Good quick lunch.
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423 Taco · Mexican & Tex-Mex · 3–5 min walk
Tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas in a large, casual dining room.
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Little Venezuela Restaurant · Venezuelan · 3–5 min walk
Small, family-style spot serving arepas, empanadas, tequeños, and cachapas with house garlic sauces. Tucked beside a parking garage.
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Hair of the Dog Pub · Pub · 5 min walk
Neighborhood pub with burgers, Reuben rolls, and a long beer list. 21 and over; open late.
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A Short Walk
About 5–10 minutes on foot.
Riverport Grille · American · 5–7 min walk
Comfortable downtown spot for steaks, seafood, burgers, and Southern sides, with a full bar.
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Mellow Mushroom · Pizza · 5–7 min walk
Funky, art-filled pizzeria with stone-baked pizzas, hoagies, salads, and craft beer. Vegetarian and vegan options.
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Wooden City · Wood-fired American · 5–7 min walk
Upscale-casual dinner spot with wood-fired pizzas, small plates, and cocktails. Dinner only.
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Agave & Rye · Tacos & bourbon · 5–8 min walk
Playful taco spot with taco flights, creative toppings, and a deep tequila and whiskey list; dog-friendly patio near the riverfront.
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St. John's Restaurant · Fine dining · 5–8 min walk
Elegant, special-occasion restaurant with seasonal Southern-influenced cuisine and craft cocktails. Dinner only; reservations recommended.
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Easy Bistro & Bar · French-inspired · 6–8 min walk
Upscale bistro in a historic former bottling plant, known for oysters, seasonal plates, and a strong wine list. Dinner only; reservations recommended.
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Old Gilman Grill · American · 6–8 min walk
Upscale-casual grill with steaks, steak frites, seafood, and cocktails, plus a popular patio.
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Chattanooga Brewing Co. · Brewpub · 6–8 min walk
Local brewery pouring its own beers alongside a pub menu of sandwiches, soups, and shareables.
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Alimentari Cucina e Bar · Italian · 6–8 min walk
Italian restaurant in the Westin Chattanooga serving pastas, seafood, and focaccia, with a patio. Open from breakfast through dinner.
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Dorato Cuisine & Spirits · American · 6–8 min walk
Restaurant and bar on the top floor of the Westin Chattanooga with an art-filled room, a heated patio, and frequent live music.
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Metropolis · Mediterranean · 7–9 min walk
Newer Mediterranean restaurant near the riverfront serving gyros, shawarma, and grilled plates, with a few South Asian dishes such as momos.
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Bantam & Biddy · Southern · 7–9 min walk
Counter-service spot for fried and rotisserie chicken, chicken and waffles, and Southern sides; almost the entire menu is gluten-free.
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Puckett's Restaurant · Southern & barbecue · 7–9 min walk
Southern comfort food and barbecue, from breakfast through dinner, with live music on select nights. Near the Tennessee Aquarium.
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Overboard Bar and Grille · Bar & grill · 8–10 min walk
Bar and grill aboard the Southern Belle riverboat dock, with burgers, a huge bar selection, and patio seating on the river.
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Universal Joint · Burgers & bar · 8–10 min walk
Laid-back bar and grill in a converted service station, with burgers, tots, and a large dog-friendly patio.
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Chi-Chi's Charred Chicken · Grilled chicken · 8–10 min walk
Counter-service charred and grilled chicken with yuca fries and sides. Closed Sundays.
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Community Pie · Pizza · 9–11 min walk
Popular pizzeria with Neapolitan, New York, and Detroit-style pies (gluten-free crust available), craft beer, and gelato.
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Spice Trail · Indian · 9–11 min walk
Modern Indian restaurant with flavorful regional dishes and creative cocktails. Open Wednesday–Saturday only.
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A Longer Stroll
About 10–15 minutes on foot.
Attack of the Tatsu · Japanese ramen & izakaya · 10–12 min walk
Ramen and izakaya small plates in a playful, anime-themed space, with a dim 21+ cocktail lounge in back. Open late.
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Tony's Pasta Shop & Trattoria · Italian · 10–12 min walk
Cozy trattoria in the Bluff View Art District with housemade pastas, build-your-own pasta, and garlic-studded bread.
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Pickle Barrel · Bar & grill · 10–13 min walk
Longtime downtown bar and grill in a historic flatiron building, known for burgers and late-night hours.
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The Bitter Alibi · Bar & noodles · 13–16 min walk
Eclectic, divey neighborhood bar with noodle bowls, big sandwiches, and happy-hour drinks. Opens at 5 p.m.
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Farther Afield
About 15–25 minutes on foot, mostly south toward the Southside and MLK Boulevard. A rideshare may be easier, especially after dark.
Public House · Southern · 15–18 min walk
Polished but relaxed Southern restaurant with pot roast, seasonal vegetable sides, and craft cocktails. Closed Sundays.
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The Social · Cocktail bar · 15–18 min walk
Upscale bar and lounge attached to Public House, with the same kitchen, a well-loved happy hour, and comfortable bar seating. Closed Sundays.
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Torikaya · Japanese yakitori · 16–19 min walk
Japanese yakitori skewers, sashimi, and hand rolls in a stylish small-plates setting.
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Calliope Restaurant & Bar · Levantine · 18–20 min walk
Modern Levantine (Eastern Mediterranean) cooking, with shareable family-style feasts and creative cocktails. Dinner only; reservations recommended.
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Urban Stack · Burgers · 20–22 min walk
Burger joint in a restored historic railroad building, with creative burgers, good fries, and a big whiskey list.
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Champy's · Fried chicken · 20–22 min walk
Casual fried chicken joint with walls covered in signed dollar bills, big beers, and live music on some nights.
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Feed Table & Tavern · Southern · 22–25 min walk
Southside tavern near the Chattanooga Choo Choo with Southern fried chicken, comfort-food entrées, and a large patio.
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Chattanooga Choo Choo · Several restaurants · 20–25 min walk
A SEABA classic. The historic former train station complex at the south end of Market Street has four places to eat:
STIR: the main sit-down restaurant, with oysters, steaks, burgers, cocktails, and weekend brunch. Open late; reservations recommended for dinner. Website · Map
Frothy Monkey: café and all-day brunch inside the old station, open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Website · Map
Nic & Norman's: bar and grill with burgers, brisket nachos, and live music. Website · Map
TailGate Brewery: brewery with Detroit-style pizza, wings, and a patio. Website · Map
Walking times are estimates from the hotel; use the Map links for current directions. Menus, hours, and availability change, so please check with each restaurant before visiting.