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paul hatcher’s fall wine review

zinfandel A Tale of Love & Betrayal

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pulse wine critic paul hatcher rekindles

a romance with zinfandel, a wine he caught red-handed years ago flirting with the easy money. “She removed her dark skin and began passing herself off as a cheap blonde,” he recalled. “Sometimes over the years from some corner of the store she would call to me as I had known her: sultry, dark and fullbodied, but I looked away. It was over for me. I no longer had any interest in her. I had made other friends. I wasn’t lonely.” But a chance meeting in a local wine shop reunited the pair, and Hatcher has rediscovered her joys. »P20

Index to Advertisers Acropolis Mediterranean Grill................................4 The Terminal Brewhouse.........................................5 Hair of the Dog.........................................................5 The Honest Pint........................................................5 Bud’s Sports Bar.......................................................6 Mellow Mushroom...................................................8 Top of the Dock.......................................................10 Tasty Daylight Donuts...........................................12 Southern Comfort................................................... 14 212 Market ............................................................. 16 El Mesõn.................................................................. 17

Raw Nightclub...................................................... 18 Meo Mio’s Cajun & Seafood................................. 24 Lupi’s Pizza Pies..................................................... 25 Brewhaus Gastropub............................................. 26 Blacksmith’s Bistro & Bar......................................27 Chattanooga Billiard Club.................................... 28 Porter’s Steakhouse............................................... 29 City Café.................................................................. 30 New York Pizza Department................................ 38 Chattanooga Restaurant Listings........................ 31

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Acropolis Mediterranean Grill T

he family-owned and operated Acropolis has been serving Chattanoogans unique and homemade dishes for over 29 years. After many years of business in the area, Acropolis has a long list of established regulars. The restaurant’s founders, Teddy and Betty Kyriakidis, say that people who have been coming in since they were kids are now bringing in their children and that coming to the restaurant has become a family tradition for many.

The Scoop

Try any cappucino specialties and delicious desserts to add the perfect ending to your meal.

Acropolis 2213 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 899-5341 acropolisgrill.com

The Acropolis serves up everything from Greek to American and Italian. They have something for everyone and are known for catering to people’s needs. On their menu you will find both vegan and gluten-friendly items. Their award-winning desserts are made daily and are hand prepared in-house. For a menu that is sure to please everyone, try the Acropolis.

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The Terminal Brewhouse T

he Terminal Brewhouse has become a landmark for beer lovers in Chattanooga. Brewmaster Steve Purdie keeps four of their amazing beers on tap year round, with rotating session beers taking a fifth spot and a sixth filled by seasonal offerings.

The Brewhouse beers may be humorously named—Terminally Ale Copper Ale, Rock Out With Your Bock Out Maibock— but they’re no joke. These are some of the highest caliber brews made in the region.

Foodies have reason to be enthralled with Terminal too. If they offered nothing but their appetizer menu, that would

still be true. Feta-Basil-Pine Nut-Olive Oil Spread on local artisanal bread? Pizza Egg Rolls? Maple-Chipotle Pot Roast and

Queso Nachos? Yes, yes and yes, please.

For sandwiches, options range from The Macho Man, cajun chicken with hot sausage and pepper jack, to the It’s Always Sunny In Philly. (And don’t worry, even more care goes into making the food than coming up with the awesome names.)

Their Philosopher’s Burger is a Greekinspired wonder—ground lamb, seasoned with cinnamon, oregano, shallots and sea salt meets feta aioli and candied red onions. Must we continue?

Yes. Pizzas, steak, short ribs, salmon cakes … OK, OK, you get the point.

Just pay them a visit already.

The Scoop

The Terminal has First Firkin Tuesday on the first Tuesday of every month for real ale lovers out there.

Terminal Brewhouse 6 E. 14th St. (423) 752-8090 terminalbrewhouse.com

Hair of the Dog

The Honest Pint

pub, short for public house, is defined in many sources as “an establishment where alcoholic beverages are sold.”

Those who frequent a true pub, on the other hand, will tell you that it’s a whole lot more than that. The Hair of the Dog defines the concept on their website as “where you go anytime to feel at home and to enjoy a meal and a pint or a cocktail.” That sounds about right.

The menu, as one might expect, may be the very definition of “pub grub.” Feelgood favorites are produced in house, from fried cheese and beer cheese soup to BLTs and patty melts. Fish and chips, bangers and mash and their Bungalow Pie may be inspired from across the pond, but you’ll feel right at home finishing any of them off.

An extensive list of more than 60 beers is on hand. From familiar domestics to craft microbrews and intriguing imports, you’ll no doubt find just the thing

hen you walk in The Honest Pint, the first thought to enter your mind may well be, “I hope everything else is as good as the decor.” Seriously.

The interior is stunning, with intricate woodwork and clever repurposing everywhere.

The back bar is a work of art in and of itself. Luckily, the food and drinks are as good as the scenery.

The worst part of a trip to The Honest Pint is having to choose! Thankfully, with a menu drawn from Irish classics and contemporary American trends, any choice is a great one at the Pint.

Appetizers, for instance, include tater tots fried in duck fat, pimento cheese fritters and potato pancakes. Have you tried the smoked chicken wings or one of their five variations of boxty?

Entrees range from a traditional Irish roast to a traditional Irish breakfast.

Fish tacos represent the more Ameri-

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and $2 house beer every day. Instead of happy hour and special deals they keep it affordable all the time.

Hair of the Dog 334 Market St. (423) 265-4615 hairofthedogpub.net

to wash down whatever you might choose from the food menu. There is also a full bar, in case you haven’t yet acquired the taste for the customary pub beverage.

Pool and darts are available upstairs, but like any good pub, there’s plenty of conversation to be had anywhere in the building. That’s true outside, as well— Hair of the Dog has one of the more fantastic patio spaces in the city.

No matter how you’re seeking comfort, odds are Hair of the Dog is a pretty good place to start.

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Smoking allowed, with non-smoking dining area. However, it rarely seems smoky in this big open space.

The Honest Pint 35 Patten Pkwy.

(423) 468-4192 thehonestpint.com

can side of the menu, as do their “Oink Cakes.” (Think crab cakes. Now think smoked pulled pork and forget about the crab.)

The drink list includes a who’s who of Irish and American whiskeys as well as Scotch. Guinness and Smithwick’s pushed with nitrogen (as they should be) are champions of the draught list. Numerous craft and import beers are available by the bottle.

See what we meant about the worst part?

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Bud’s Sports Bar F

or 34 years, Bud’s has been ranked the No. 1 sports bar in Chattanooga—and it’s still going strong.

Bud’s credits most of its success to providing what most sports-minded people want—sports! Bud’s offers all NFL, MLB, NASCAR and collegiate sports, along with fantastic food. From burgers to wings to their No. 1 dinner entry—prime rib—Bud’s has something for any appetite and offers weekly meal deals and daily drink specials!

Now if sports isn’t really your thing, Bud’s has some of the most entertaining characters in town, offering Karaoke three nights a week! Whether you belt out a tune or simply enjoy the show, Bud’s is the place to be every Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.

Bud’s also features terrific live music every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night!

And, you may not think of them first for catering, but you should! Bud’s can cater any event!

Bud’s Sports Bar is located on Brainerd Road across from East Gate Town Center Mall and online at budssportsbar.com.

Check out their calendar of events and know exactly which games and events are scheduled for your next visit or call (423) 499-9878. You can also follow Bud’s Sports Bar on Twitter or become Like them on Facebook.

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Food, drinks, live sports, Karaoke and live music!

5751 Brainerd Road (423) 499-9878 budssportsbar.com

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MEAT & TWO LUNCHES, GREAT TASTING HAMBURGERS & PRIME RIB, WEEKLY FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS, AND DELICIOUS WINGS! ENTERTAINMENT ALL WEEK LONG! KARAOKE MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SUNDAYS AND “ROCK THE HOUSE” EVERY WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT WITH LIVE MUSIC!

BUD’S - THERE’S NEVER A COVER CHARGE,

AND THERE’S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME! 5751 Brainerd Rd • Chattanooga • (423) 499-9878

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Mellow Mushroom M

ellow Mushroom’s strength lies in its creativity—well, that and the delicious pizza.

Founded in 1974 as a haven for college kids at Georgia Tech, the chain has since expanded across the country, thanks to their unique formula and menus. As it turns out, a laid-back vibe, great beer selection, and Parmesan-crusted pies with fantastic flavor combinations are popular with more than just students.

Each store is delightfully unique, and Chattanooga’s two locations are no exception. The downtown location has a college-town vibe, with ample space for special events and private parties in their so-called “Boom Room.” The Waterside location, “the mental mind oasis from the hustle, located on Shallowford Road,” is a bit more modern in aesthetic, with a large wraparound bar and ample patio space.

Both share Mellow’s singular countercultural sensibility.

The menu expresses that outlook, as well. The Magical Mystery Tour is a beloved pie at every location, with a pesto base and button and portobello mushrooms with spinach, feta and jalapeños.

The Philosopher’s Pie has an olive oil and garlic base with grilled steak, portobellos, artichokes, Kalamata olives, provolone, feta and mozzarella cheeses. As always, build your favorite pie by picking your sauce, ingredients, and Mellow bakes it to golden brown delicious! It’s not an afterthought, it’s what we built Mellow on. We also have vegetarian options and gluten-free pizzas.

The menu doesn’t stop at creative pizzas. Calzones, hoagies, pretzels, hummus … Mellow Mushroom serves up all sorts of goodies just waiting to be discovered.

Did we mention beer? Mellow Mushroom is a beer lover’s delight. The downtown location features 40 taps, while Waterside offers 64 taps! Join the Beer Club and sample them all!

All sorts of specials are on offer at each store, just in case you needed an excuse to have a great time and eat some delicious food. So … see you there?

Visit our Facebook pages to check out all the fun, specials, discounts and events every week!

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The Scoop

Ask about the “Dinner and a Movie” deal at the downtown location!

Downtown 205 Broad St. (423) 266-5564 Waterside 2318 Lifestyle Way (423) 468-3737 mellowmushroom.com

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205 Broad Street • 423.266.5564 Mellow Mushroom Chattanooga

2318 Lifestyle Way • 423.468.3737 Mellow Mushroom Waterside

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Top of the Dock T

he summer may be long gone, but things are just heating up at Top of the Dock, your holiday party headquarters.

Let Top of the Dock’s newest installment, Le Cordon Bleu trained Chef Christopher Adamsky, handle all of the holiday cooking for you this year. From his handwhipped garlic mashed potatoes to the melt-in-your-mouth filet mignon medallions wrapped in bacon and topped with a poached egg and smothered in hollandaise sauce and Spanish paprika, Chef Christopher’s newly redesigned menu is sure to tempt your taste buds and keep you consistently coming back for more.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the milliondollar view of the lake that Top of the Dock has become famous for while letting Chris, new General Manager Jimmy Brown and the rest of the staff at Top of the Dock take care of your every culinary need this holiday season.

With seating inside for up to 100 people and a spacious lake view back deck, Top of the Dock can handle any size party from an intimate family dinner to a large corporate Christmas party. They also have an event planner available to help with weddings, receptions or any size holiday party. As a rare treat, you can find Top of the Dock’s doors open on both Thanksgiving and Christmas this year to ensure that you will have the most enjoyable, effortless holiday season yet.

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Our new chef has redesigned our entire menu for your holiday enjoyment!

Top of the Dock 5600 Lake Resort Drive (423) 305-1363 topofthedock.net

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Tasty Daylight Donuts T

asty Daylight Donuts has been open for about one month in their new downtown location at 841 Chestnut St. in the Citi Park building. Their enormous daily selection of donuts, made fresh each morning, number from 80 to 100 to choose from every day.

In addition, they have also created their signature Donut Topping Bar where customers can create nearly endless combination of toppings for each fresh donuts selected. Tasty Daylight Donuts also has a full-service coffee bar to accompany their fresh goodies. They offer every variety of specialty coffee drinks you would expect in a full service coffee house including espressos, Latte varieties, chilled coffee drinks and fresh roasted brewed cups of joe. And what about those times you can’t get away from the office to grab a few Tasty Daylight creations? Well, they deliver! Good news for you busy professionals!

Tasty Daylight Donuts also offers fundraising programs where schools, churches and civic organizations can sell delicious Daylight donuts and raise money for their cause.

Whether you crave one, a dozen, or enough for the whole office or family, visit or call Tasty Daylight Donuts for the your donut fix.

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Now open downtown at 841 Chestnut St. in the Citi Park Building!

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Love is a warm donut.

80 varieties made fresh daily!

Customize your selection at our Donut Toppings Bar! We Deliver Downtown!

Try our fundraising program!

Now Open Downtown!

841 Chestnut St. (Corner of MLK and Chestnut) Monday-Saturday • 6am-6pm Closed Sunday 423.531.0930

East Brainerd 1414 Jenkins Road (next to Lupi’s) Monday-Thursday • 6am-8pm Friday & Saturday • 6am-10pm Sunday • 7am-2:30pm 423.531.3444

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Southern Comfort S

outhern Comfort is a downtown dining and cocktail club that focuses on delivering a quality experiences.

From the interior space, the extensive menu items, quality wine selections and full service bar with excellent service, owner Mark Chitwood oversees the operations with over 20 years experience in the industry. Food and beverage features each are ongoing and refreshed to bring customers great experiences and great value.

With Happy Hour at Southern Comfort running from 3 to 8 p.m., Monday thru Saturday, they deliver great value. Try their house special, a shot of Southern Comfort, naturally, and a beer for $5. That and fresh menu specialties from the kitchen are just what’s needed to get past the hectic work day and unwind.

The weekends are all about dining, dancing and entertainment at Southern Comfort.It’s unique, non-smoking, VIP spaces provide a perfect environment for entertaining guests or getting together with friends to celebrate. Complete with full bottle service at your table, the Southern Comfort VIP is a special night out.

With these extensive offerings in dining and entertainment located under one roof, Southern Comfort easily makes an evening out a great experience.

The Scoop

Try our Happy Hour Special—a shot of Southern Comfort and a beer for $5 Monday-Friday, 3-8 p.m.

511 Broad St. (423) 386-5921 southerncomfortchatt.com

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212 Market Restaurant

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12 Market Restaurant serves contemporary American food featuring meats, produce and beverages from the best regional farmers and suppliers.

Fall Mills grits, wild-caught shrimp and Sequatchie Cove lamb are among the ingredients you’ll find in our dishes, supplied by local green businesses and growers. An inhouse bakery produces all of the restaurant’s breads and a selection of at least 10 desserts every day.

Since 1992, 212 Market has gotten raves from downtown visitors for signature dishes such as seafood bisque, housemade spinach and walnut ravioli, shrimp and grits,

and chocolate truffle cake. The familyowned restaurant’s seasonal menus and

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daily specials offer options to satisfy everyone—meat-andpotato types, vegetarians, gluten-free eaters or kids.

The menus for fall include plenty of comfort food like shepherd’s pie and vegetarian lentil soup, and a cozy weekend brunch is a perfect activity for a chilly Saturday or Sunday.

There’s a wide selection of craft beers to go with your burger and specialty cocktails for fun evenings out on the town. Wine lovers can choose from a selection of more than 100 wines which has been recognized by the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 14 years in a row.

The Scoop 212 caters—

local affordable service!

212 Market Restaurant 212 Market St. (423) 265-1212 212market.com

El Mesõn I

f you are looking for an authentic Mexican experience and not just your typical run of the mill run-forthe-border taco stand, then look no further. El Mesõn Mexican Restaurant is waiting for you with open doors and delicious dining.

From the family atmosphere to the authentic Mexican dishes (some that came straight from grandma’s recipe book) you’ll feel just like you’ve walked into the Ruiz family’s very own kitchen. It’s not at all uncommon to see co-owners Raul Ruiz Sr. and son Tony Ruiz or any of Raul’s other three sons, Raul Jr., Edgar and Alberto, back in the

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With us, you get the authentic experience.

kitchen preparing food or out in the restaurant greeting guests and making sure their meal is perfection.

This exceptional customer service and commitment to the restaurant has kept the Hamilton Place El Mesõn in business

for over 20 years. Their recipe for success enabled them to open a second El Mesõn location at Northgate Mall to better serve the Hixson community.

With taste bud tempting items like the El Mesõn dip: ground beef, pico de gallo and cheese or their famous fajitas brought to your table in a sizzling skillet, you’re sure to fall in love with the authentic flavors of Mexico.

So, grab your family and friends and

El Mesõn 2204 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 894-8726 248 Northgate Park (423) 710-1201 elmesonrestaurant.com

head over to either El Mesõn location and let the Ruiz family treat you like one of their own.

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Raw Nightclub R

aw owner Jim Striker has been in the live music and hospitality business for more than 20 years and has a connection with his clients and delivers what they want. With his clientele at the forefront of the service in food, beverage and entertainment, Raw is his concept, combining these features for a complete experience.

RAW has been Chattanooga’s place to party for more than 10 years and features two floors of entertainment offering live music, Chattanooga’s best DJs and Karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights. The upstairs entertainment venue just been completely remodeled and has placed a “wow factor” in an already lively environment. Working with local, regional and national artists, Striker matches this environment with fresh talent for the best entertainment available. Combine these elements with dollar beer every Friday and Saturday from 10 to 11 p.m., along with food and drink specials, the party ramps up every night at RAW. With service that exceeds expectations and an enviable location on the Market Street side of Jack’s Alley, Raw continues to be a destination for Chattanooga residents and visitors alike who are looking for fine food and the best in entertainment.

Check out RAW’s Facebook page (facebook. com/rawchattanooga) for updates, events and specials every week!

The Scoop

Party on two floors at Raw! Live music, DJs, dancing and Karaoke.

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PARTY IN THE RAW Two Floors! 1st Floor: Live Music • 2nd Floor: Dancing

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zinfandel n A Tale of Love & Betrayal

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ome years ago zinfandel and i broke up. we parted company. There was no dramatic confrontation, but I left because I was betrayed: zinfandel began flirting with the easy money. She removed her dark skin and began passing herself off as a cheap blonde.

Sometimes over the years from some corner of the store she would call to me as I had known her: sultry, dark and full-bodied, but I looked away. It was over for me. I no longer had any interest in her. I had made other friends. I wasn’t lonely.

When she and I first met, zinfandel was California’s darling. California grew more zinfandel than any other red grape until cabernet sauvignon claimed that status in the 1990s. Although European in origin, zinfandel had been grown and produced in California for centuries and no one was sure where she came from.

Many suspected she was Italian, and it has since been determined that she is the genetic clone of an obscure Italian grape called Primitivo, which is grown in Apulia, the province that makes up the heel of Italy’s boot. Both grapes, however, are descended from a grape from the Dalmatian coast called Crljenak (not a typo), so zinfandel is really Slovenian.

Although not normally included in the short list of “clas-

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and aromas of black pepper and spice. Like grenache, she can also obtain high alcohol levels which add an astringent bite. She loves oak-barrel aging, which infuses vanillin and wood to an already complex mélange of flavors and texture.

So what is white zinfandel?

How, you may ask, can one make a white wine out of red grapes? That’s because zinfandel, like pinot noir, has white fruit under the red skin, so white wine is produced by removing the skins at the time of

“The fact is, people like merlot and even more people like cheap merlot, but I don’t see you over there with a sign, picketing that aisle. But when someone makes a blush wine out of zinfandel you go running off into a corner to write your new song called A ‘ lone with My Principles.’

Zinfandel Former harlot, newly respectable wine sic” or “noble” grapes such as pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon or merlot, in the right hands zinfandel can rival the best of the classic varietals, producing a wine of jammy, fleshy texture with dense, dark flavors

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crushing. Cabernet sauvignon and others have a red skin on red fruit, so it is not possible to make white wine from them.

Sutter Home marketed the first white zinfandel in the 1970s, but I don’t recall noticing it un-

til the late ’80s, at which time I determined it was unconscionable for someone to take zinfandel and make a sweet white wine out of it. It was a waste of substance and power. White zinfandel caused me to stop buying zinfandel at all.

And so it happened that I was recently minding my own business when she called to me from the next aisle. I peered around the corner and there she was in the back of the store.

“Hi, stranger,” she said. She was a 2006 St. Francis “Old Vine” Zinfandel from Sonoma Valley, Calif.

“What do you want?” I asked.

“You know.”

“I don’t know,” I said.

“Take me home.”

“I don’t think so. Too much water under that bridge.”

“Don’t you love me anymore?”

“I don’t think so. You took true beauty and squandered it for the sake of a quick buck.

You are a wholesale waste of talent and potential.”

She paused and said, “But that is the other zinfandel, not me. I’m red, I’m dark, and I’m true. You love me.”

“No matter,” I replied. “I don’t need you after all that you’ve done. I have other friends now.”

“Look over there, buster,” she responded. I was suddenly surprised at her tone. “What do you see on the big rack next to

the register?”

“Cheap cabs, shirazes and merlots with pictures of cute animals. What is your point?”

“Those cabs, which you called ‘classic’ just a moment ago, are they living up to their potential?

I think not. That stuff is swill. It tastes like it was made in a laboratory. We have a theory about those: The cuter the animal, the worse the wine, so beware of the koala bear.

“The fact is,” she continued, “people like merlot and even more people like cheap merlot, but I don’t see you over there with a sign, picketing that aisle.

But when someone makes a blush wine out of zinfandel you go running off into a corner to write your new song called ‘A lone with My Principles.’”

“You stole that.” That line was from a movie.

“It’s true,” she responded. I opened my mouth to speak. “Shut up and take me home,” she said.

I could think of nothing to say. I picked her up and stuck her under my arm. I paid the gentleman at the door.

That night I fired up strip steaks over hickory.

The St. Francis was everything I remembered, full-bodied and jammy, with plums, pepper and spices, and a long 30-second finish. You have heard of a 45-minute cigar? This was a one-hour wine, and

AUTUMN 2012 ZINFANDEL TASTING The following zinfandels were tasted for this article and all are presently available in the Chattanooga area: • St. Francis 2006 Sonoma County “Old Vines” Zinfandel, $25: Highly recommended, described in the feature. (This wine is $17 in Atlanta, but that is a topic for another day.)

• Ravens Wood 2006 Lodi, Calif., Zinfandel, $18: Highly recommended, licorice, chocolate, cherries, lots of tannin, dark and full bodied, 14.5 percent alcohol adds some pepper spice; not overly oaked; strong nose going in, strong finish going out; browning on the edges, but doesn’t taste six years old. There is a slight, stemmy astringency which is not at all unpleasant to me but some may object to it.

• Coppola Diamond Collection Red Label Zinfandel 2006, $14: Not recommended, disappointing wine from an increasingly disappointing vintner. Course wine, tastes as if made in bulk, barely recognizable as a zinfandel. Slightly sweet.

• Gnarled Vine Zinfandel 2008 (Oak Ridge Winery, Lodi), $11: I wasn’t expecting this.

Closed at first, but in a half hour, good mouthfeel, jammy but dry as a bone, pepper, long finish—what a bargain. Lodi is in the Central Valley of California, and although it is not a prestige AVA, zinfandel does great there.

—Paul Hatcher

Don’t let this happen.

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a great way to re-introduce oneself to the true potential of California’s one unique varietal.

If Zinfandel and I had lost something along the way, we found it again that night. And she has a point: The world is profit-driven.

The world is not perfect.

Sometimes bad things happen to good grapes.

Still, when I pass the white zinfandel at the store I have to look away and murmur to myself, “Say it isn’t so.”

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By Taylor Eason

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the ubiquitous rep of pinot grigio is legendary. Grown in Italy for centuries and quaffed at many a trattoria by the ceramic pitcher-full, this humble grape actually bears French roots, not Italian. Pinot Gris is the name elsewhere in the world, from France’s Alsace region to Australia to New Zealand. But it arrived later to America in the mid1960s, planted by one of Oregon’s wine country forefathers, Eyrie Vineyard’s David Lett.

Lett, along with Dick Erath and Dick Ponzi, are widely credited with putting Oregon’s Willamette Valley on the world wine map. Wineries in this wholly deserving region still struggle to garner attention but the massive, nay, obsessive popularity of Pinot Noir has given the Willamette Valley (rhymes with “dammit”) a head of laurels worthy of Olympic fame. These bottles are now a darling of sommeliers and wine lovers across our foodie nation.

But Pinot Gris, a result of a genetic mutation from Pinot Noir (according to viticulture DNA research), remains a tough sell. The Italian version is glugged often on couches, dining room and barstools and many of those bottles should really be poured elsewhere like down the toilet. Alas, the marketing machine has a firm grip on the public’s personal fruit.

That doesn’t mean, however, that Oregon shouldn’t fight the Italian power (insert Mafia joke here).

The 2011 vintage should provide more fodder for this full-on mud wrestle, though. A major reason for Willamette’s success is the vast temperature fluctua-

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These Pinot Gris aren’t all Oregon has going for it.

Their wineries are progressive without the fanfare, putting screwtops on many of their wines, and most vineyards subscribe to the ‘organic’ or ‘sustainable’ farming model. tion during the spring and summer growing season, allowing the fruit to develop acids—a crucial element in creating complexity in wine. But 2011 in the Willamette Valley brought super cold weather which changed the typical style of their wines, resulting in Pinot Gris with ultra-high acidity. As an acid-head, I’m lapping up every drop.

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• Elk Cove 2011 Pinot Gris Willamette Valley Refreshingly crisp acids, resulting from the cooler climate experienced throughout the state during 2011. Fragrant citrus fruit on the nose leads into a light-bodied white with flavors of pink grapefruit (but smoother than a New Zealand Sauv Blanc), lime zest and green apples. This grog is sassy and simply stunning to drink on a warm day. Sw=1. $16.

• Benton Lane 2011 Pinot Gris Oregon Tasty! Almost clear in color with refreshing acid, lime zest. Fuller-bodied with an almost honeyed finish. Delicious and widely available in most states across the nation. Sw=1. $17.

• Alexana 2011 Pinot Gris Dundee Hills A small-production Pinot Gris from a relatively unknown wine region. Beautiful wine with layers of rich, mouth-filling flavors of peaches, ripe red apples with a tart lime, high acid finish. Not a wimpy Gris at all and one of the best I tried for this column. Sw =2. $26.

—Taylor Eason

The 2009s (if you can still find them) taste more fruity and tropical whereas the 2010 (another cool vintage) and 2011s have zesty lime, fragrant peach and tart grapefruit. Both vintages are quite stunning and make them valiant when served with food.

But these Pinot Gris aren’t all Oregon has going for it. Their wineries are progressive without the fanfare, putting screwtops on many of their wines, and most vineyards subscribe to the “organic” or “sustainable” farming model. By not using pesticides and herbicides, they can maintain the natural nutrients in the soil, preserving its health for generations to come.

And no piece on Oregon Pinot Gris is complete

without mentioning King Estate, a winery I’ve written about numerous times over the years. They have unquestionably done the most to push the Oregon Pinot Gris agenda forward.

It has paid off for them, and they make three different versions of it: Acrobat, an Oregon Pinot Gris and an estate (or “domaine”) -grown version. Find any of those and you’ll think this grape is a Golden Gloves contender.

Food pairings with 2011 Oregon Pinot Gris: Grilled salmon, spicy Thai food, Indian Cuisine and anything with pesto.

Taylor Eason, the former wine critic at the Creative Loafing newspapers, blogs about all things alcohol at tayloreason.com.

HATCHER’S CELLAR

Nice Wines Under $20

By Paul Hatcher when you woke up this morning and were considering what to do today, you probably thought: “Today I am going to buy the best wine possible while spending the least amount of money possible.” We applaud your verve and your ambition, and we hope to assist you in doing just that by providing the following suggestions and tips.

Unless you have a rockstar’s salary, most of your wine dollars are probably spent on the modestly priced stuff. When buying inexpensive wine, you can settle for mediocre, boring wines or spend about the same money and be pleasantly surprised if you know where to look.

Often the true bargains are labels that are newly imported and not wellknown, which are often both well-made and underpriced. Experimenting with an unfamiliar grape variety can be eye-opening as well. Because most people gravitate towards the well-known varietals such as Chardonnay and Cabernet, the Carmeneres and Montepulciano d’Abruzzos tend to sit on the shelf longer and are therefore lower priced.

A recent search around town pulled up some eyeopening, modestly priced labels which represent notable bargains for your consideration. They are available right now in Chattanooga.

Nuvol, Monastrell 2007 ($13)

Have you ever heard of a Spanish grape varietal called Monastrell? Vine & Barrel on Hixson Pike has a red wine a vintner named

Nuvol, vintage 2007, which is made in Yecla region of southeastern Spain. Tasting it with no prior knowledge, I thought Monastrell might be a regional name for Tempranillo. It is a concentrated full-bodied wine with a strong essence of tobacco and leather, so it follows Tempranillo’s profile.

I also tasted blackberries and licorice, and oddly, a strong hint of strawberries.

The alcohol content is high at 14 percent, which adds pepper heat. The finish is nice, but not long.

Neither Monastrell nor Yecla appear in any literature in my library or on my wine maps. Michael Bryan of the Atlanta Wine School tells me that Monastrell is the same grape as Mourvedre in France. Yecla, Jumilla and Valencia are the prominent Monastrellgrowing appellations in Spain, which are dry, highaltitude areas. Typically, productions are low, the conditions are stressed for lack of rain, the vineyards are not irrigated, and the vines are spaced far apart to retain moisture. The concentration of the resulting wine confirms that description, and the price, at $13 a bottle, is the best deal in town if you love a structured, full-bodied red wine.

Southeastern Spain is just beginning to sell their wine in the U.S. As with other new discoveries, the price of this label will go up when the name begins to get recognition, so now is the time to pounce.

Anciano Tempranillo 2002 ($8)

Speaking of Tempranillo, Costco has a 10-yearold, 100 percent Tempranillo called Anciano for $8.

It must have been in pretty good shape when new because at 10 years it is delicious. It is medium-bodied and quaffable. The fruit is forward and the tannins have mellowed. If you are presently spending $7 a bottle on Yellow Tail, fork out the extra buck and take it all in. If you are already in the habit of buying the good stuff, check this out and don’t tell your spouse how much it cost.

My friend Tom Duffy once criticized me for cellaring wine. He said, “If you want an old bottle of wine, go buy an old bottle of wine. As for all that wine sitting in your basement, you will die before it’s gone and then your wife’s new boyfriend will be chugging it from a beer mug.”

Good advice. Here is an opportunity to buy a wellpreserved old wine and drink it now.

Valley of the Moon Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 ($15)

When was the last time you had a good Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon for $15? This wine has heavy fruit, soft tannins (it is blended with some merlot), and a long

finish. It is nice with no offtastes, and its 14.5 percent alcohol level belies the fact that I taste a modest bit of residual sweetness—but maybe that’s just the fruit.

It lacks the more subtle spices and nuances you will find in a more expensive wine, but it is, after all, 15 bucks. Very nice.

As illustrated above, there is often a great disconnect between price and quality, and this is even more true with expensive wines. Burgundies, for example, can be significantly over-priced and heart-breakingly disappointing. A wine label becomes over-priced when demand far exceeds supply, as with first-growth Bordeaux wines (demand was already high, but now the Chinese are helping to run up those prices even higher) and prestige labels from Napa Valley (try to get your hands on a bottle of Screaming Eagle). Sure those wines are great, but there are less-pedigreed labels that are as good for a fraction of the price. Part of the confusion (and much of the fun) is the sheer volume of labels, regions and varieties out there, which is why you will find greater value the further you stray from the familiar.

Paul Hatcher traces his wine obsession to the great 1982 Bordeaux vintage. In 2009, he received the Certified Specialist of Wine industry designation from the Society of Wine Educators in New York. By day, Hatcher is a partner in the Chattanooga law form of Duncan, Hatcher, Hixson & Fleenor.

UNCORK FOR THE HOLIDAYS Red Bank Wine & Spirits has the finest wine for your holiday season.

3849 Dayton Blvd. • Ste. 113 423.877.1787 At the corner of Morrison Springs Road and Dayton Boulevard in the Bi-Lo Shopping Center

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It’s Only 10 Minutes to New Orleans

Meo Mio’s Cajun Restaurant

It’s Cajun, It’s Bayou, It’s N’awlins

Cajun & Seafood Restaurant Outdoor Seating • New Hours Monday-Thursday 4 pm to 11pm Friday 4 pm to 1 am Saturday 11 am to 1 am Sunday 11 am to 11 pm 4119 Cummings Highway Off Exit I-24 exit 174 across from Black Creek Country Club

423.521.7160 • www.meomios.com Like Us on Facebook/meo mio's cajun spirits

$10 Off Any Entree Limit One per Table Chow - Fall - 2012

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eo Mio’s offers authentic Cajun cuisine in a casual, New Orleans, atmosphere using the traditional ingredients that have made Cajun cooking a source of pride for Louisianan’s and loved by the world over, Meo Mio’s knows how to satisfy your craving for the Low Country. Starting with Breaded Crawfish Tails or the signature Rajun Buffalo Shrimp from the appetizer menu, diners can move to selections of Po’ Boys, a wonderfully traditional Muffeleta or the signature Voodoo Burger.

Meo Mio’s is the home of the Bayou Bucket. These buckets come in three different combinations of Crab Legs, Shrimp, Catfish and Oysters. For those who are looking for a great steak experience, Meo Mio’s offers hand cut steaks that are aged for 21 days with perfect marbling.

A Cajun experience wouldn’t be the same, of course, without the staples of the regions cuisine. Shrimp and Grits, Boudin, Jambalaya, Seafood Gumbo and Red Beans and Rice are there and all made with the highest quality ingredients

and the expertise in the traditions of the regions cuisine.

If you don’t live in New Orleans, visit Meo Mio’s for the flavors of Cajun country.

The Scoop

Home of the Bayou Bucket!

Enjoy one of three different combinations—Crab Legs, Shrimp or Catfish & Oysters.

Meo Mio’s 4119 Cummings Hwy. (423) 521-7160 meomios.com

Lupi’s Pizza Pies T

here’s a difference between a regular old pizza and a pizza pie. Locally owned since its beginning in 1996, Lupi’s Pizza Pies has given customers insight to how pizza pies are supposed to be. Equipped with Christmas ornaments above the center table inside the restaurant, Lupi’s epitomizes what it means to be a pizza place. There’s even a small disco ball spinning above the kitchen area.

So what makes them different from other pizza places? Tom Maynard, manager of Lupi’s downtown location, prides his pizza pies on being really hot, fresh, and consistent. “We also have one of the highest health scores downtown,” Maynard said. The Taste of Chattanooga title was awarded to them for their “Signature Pizza,” which is piled high with Italian sausage, roasted peppers, roasted garlic, and fresh basil. From their popular handtossed calzones, to their hearty meaty or veggie lasagna, the bases are all covered.

The Scoop

For the health gurus out there, Lupi’s offers organic meat and veggies whenever possible.

Lupi’s Downtown 406 Broad St. (423) 266-5874 Lupi’s Hixson 5505 Hixson Pike (423) 847-3700 Lupi’s East Brainerd 1414 Jenkins Road (423) 855-4104 Lupi’s Cleveland 2832 N. Ocoee St. (423) 476-9464

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Brewhaus Gastropub

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erched in a beautiful location on the North Shore overlooking the river, Brewhaus prides itself in being Chattanooga’s only German-American gastropub.

The cuisine ranges from German favorites to Southern classics to high-end pub grub, with ingredients (many from local purveyors) intermingling with one another across their innovative menu.

Appetizers include their signature from-scratch Kraut Balls (sauerkraut, bratwurst and cheese, lightly floured and fried until golden brown) and Bavarian-style pretzels (fresh from Bluff View Bakery and served with a house-made trio of mustards).

Sandwiches with inspiration drawn from all over are available as well. The

Heidelberger Patty Melt is a prime example. Bratwurst and ground beef are combined and served between sourdough with grilled onions and pimento cheese.

Entrees include pork or veal schnitzels with a variety of toppings, from a fried

egg to creamy mushroom gravy.

There are also vegetarian-friendly dishes like The Veggie Spaetzle, German-style egg noodles in a creamy mushroom-pepper sauce with fresh vegetables. (You can even add a veggie bratwurst!)

Multiple beers rotate among the taps at Brewhaus, which are served by the half- or full liter.

The O’zapft Is! Bier Club is a great option for brew lovers. Members receive discounts on food as well as their favorite beverages, and even get to vote for new beers on draught. A large array of bottled beers, both German and domestic, is also available.

All kinds of reasons draw folks to Brewhaus—visit to find out what yours will be!

The Scoop

Join the O’zapft Is! Bier Club and receive discounts on food and beverages.

Brewhaus Chattanooga’s German Gastropub 224 Frazier Ave. (423) 531-8490 brewhausbar.com

Prost!Good Friends. Good Food. Good Beer.

224 Frazier Avenue • 423.531.8490 Chattanooga’s German Gastropub

Sun. 11am-10pm • Mon.-Thurs. 11am-Midnight • Fri.-Sat. 11am-2am www.BrewHausBar.com • Facebook.com/brewhausbar

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Blacksmith’s Bistro

BLACKSMITH’S

BISTRO & BAR $7 BURGER & BEEREVERY DAY

WEDNESDAYS50 DRUMMIES & 1/2 PRICE DRAFTS $5 CHEESE PLATE 1/2 OFF BOTTLES OF WINE

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ucked at the foot of Lookout Mountain, a short drive from downtown, Blacksmith’s Bistro provides one of Chattanooga’s most unique dining experiences.

The menu features locally-sourced ingredients combined to create fresh, contemporary takes on American classics and comfort food. Begin your meal with chicken or beef sliders, or perhaps their wing-style chicken drumsticks, available with your choice of three sauces. Fried green tomatoes are another favorite here, stacked with pimento cheese and black bean and chipotle sauces.

The burgers at Blacksmith’s are worth a visit in and of themselves, and are available six different ways. The Cowboy, for instance, is topped with bacon, an onion ring, avocado, cheddar and barbecue sauce. A truly unique option is The Rooster, embellished with ham, a fried egg, roasted tomato, smoked gouda and finished with white truffle mayonnaise.

Updating classic bistro dishes is another specialty. Their Mussels from Brussels and Bistro Steak and Fries will quickly transport your taste buds to another continent.

Their Chatty Cheese Steak and The B.L.A.S.T. lead off the list of inventive

sandwiches, with unique twists on favorites you’ll only find at Blacksmith’s.

In addition to their innovative menu and full bar, weekly food and drink specials draw all sorts of folks to St. Elmo to enjoy Blacksmith’s beautiful patio and friendly neighborhood vibe.

The Scoop

Visit blacksmithstelmo. com to find out what the special of the day is!

THURSDAYS

FRIDAYS$5 HOUSE MARTINIS HAPPY HOUR ALL DAYSATURDAYS

ENJOY CRAFTY COOL COCKTAILS ON THE PATIO

“Excellent food! Freshly and expertly prepared local fare.

Great attention to detail. In other towns this food would be twice as much and half as good. Burgers are amazing. Sit outside and watch the Incline.

Great mixed drinks and beer selection.” – Buster Sept. 2010 Online Review

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Blacksmith’s Bistro & Bar 3914 St. Elmo Ave. (423) 702-5461 blacksmithstelmo.com

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Chattanooga Billiard Club

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his month marks the 30th anniversary of Chattanooga Billiard Club at their downtown location on Cherry Street.

From a small space occupying part of the second floor on a then one-way street, CBC has expanded and evolved alongside the city to which it has become a landmark institution, with a from-scratch kitchen to accompany an exquisite play space for billiard lovers. Burns Tobacconist provides fine hand-rolled cigars, which you can enjoy in the Avo Cigar Lounge on the first level.

The now expansive downtown location is still growing, with plans to move Burns Tobacconist next door and install a wine display in the space it currently occupies, as well creating a banquet room and a private smoking area.

A new menu arrived in August, but

The Scoop

CBC is open until 3 a.m. every day of the year!

longtime fans need not fear: classics like the “Burns Tobacconist” Cuban sandwich and the fantastic eight-ounce burgers (ground in-house) remain. There are also daily lunch specials, and lunch and dinner are served in a smoke-free dining room.

The entire month of November will be an anniversary celebration at CBC—with $3 beer, drink and food specials, as well as $3 pool specials! If you’ve never been,

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Chattanooga Billiard Club 725 Cherry St. (423) 267-7740

drop by and see why Chattanooga Billiards Club has been going strong downtown for three decades now.

110 Jordan Drive (423) 499-3883 185 Inman St. (Cleveland) (423) 790-7887 cbcburns.com

Porter’s Steakhouse L

ocated downtown in the Sheraton Read House, Porter’s serves up three meals a day to all discerning diners in addition to guests of the hotel.

Executive Chef John Palacio ensures that each meal is of the highest quality, regardless of when it is taken.

Breakfast features all manner of options, from pancakes to corned beef hash, eggs Benedict to crab cakes Oscar. A featured selection is the New York steak and eggs, eight ounces of USDA Prime (like all the steaks at Porter’s) and two eggs cooked to order with a choice of side.

Lunch options range from light fare, like the tuna Nicoise salad or the Read House chicken salad croissant to heartier selections like the full rack of Asian barbecued pork spare ribs or the prime rib sandwich served on Texas toast. Their “Express Lunch” guarantees you can eat and be on

The Scoop

Express Lunch guarantees to have you fed and on your way in half an hour! Valet Parking is always complimentary!

your way in half an hour!

For dinner, Porter’s hand-cut steaks are the obvious stars of the show. Their signature Pepperloin, available in three different sizes, is marinated for 72 hours with onion and garlic before being rolled in

their special peppercorn blend.

If beef isn’t your thing, there are still plenty of options for dinner, ranging from king crab and lobster to lamb and chicken.

Sides include a creamy Asiago rigatoni, loaded baked potatoes and Tabasco-fried onion rings.

No matter when you visit, Chef Palacio’s kitchen aims to please and always hits the mark.

Porter’s Steakhouse 827 Broad St. (423) 643-1240 porterssteakhouse.com

Get in the spirit! Plan your holiday party now!

Please accept a special invitation from Sheraton Read House Hotel

to host your holiday event with us.

Invite your colleagues or family and friends to unwind, mingle and enjoy the spirit of the holiday season. Allow our dedicated catering staff to do all the planning for you.

Your evening will include: Room rental fee waived A special rate of $99/night One complimentary hors d’oeuvre One holiday themed dessert Chair covers provided at no additional cost

Call 423.643-1371 for details

The Sheraton Read House

At the corner of MLK & Broad Street Downtown sheratonreadhouse.com • 423.266.4121

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City Café C

ity Café, located at the Days Inn Rivergate hotel in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, is a staple in the food community. There are only a handful of places in the area that you can grab a bite to eat at 6 a.m. before an early shift, or at midnight after a late shift.

Open 24 hours every single day, City Café is known for keeping their lights on for you no matter when you get hungry.

Sprinkled across the walls are signed photographs of famous people, all familiar with City Café. Famous for their immeasurable selection of mile-high cakes and their neverending menu that includes breakfast and dinner options, you’ll be able to find something that suits your taste.

They even provide a delivery service if you can’t quite make it to the restaurant.

The Scoop

Featuring five different ethnic foods: American, Mexican, Italian, Greek and Chinese!

City Café 901 Carter St. (423) 634-9191 citycafemenu.com

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, 24 HOURS A DAY SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER DINE IN | TAKE OUT | DELIVERY | CATERING 901 CARTER STREET AT THE DAYS INN RIVERGATE 423.634.9191

Mon-Fri: 4-7pm $1 10oz drafts, $3 32oz drafts, $2 Wells, $1.50 Domestics Free Appetizers!

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Chattanooga Restaurant Listings AMERICAN 212 Market Restaurant 212 Market St. (423) 265-1212 212market.com Aretha Frankensteins 518 Tremont St. (423) 265-7685 arethas.com Back Inn Café 412 E. 2nd St. (423) 265-5033 bluffviewartdistrict.com Bart’s Lakeshore Restaurant 5600 Lake Resort Ter. (423) 870-0777 bartslakeshore.com Beef O’Brady’s 5958 Snow Hill Road (423) 910-0261 ooltewahbeefobradys.com Beyond The Garden Gate 5706 Main St. (423) 238-2929 beyondthegardengate atstreetside.com Big River Grille 2020 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 553-7723 bigrivergrille.com Blacksmith’s Bistro & Grill 3914 St. Elmo Ave. (423) 702-5461 Blue Plate 191 Chestnut St. (423) 648-6767 theblueplate.info Bluegrass Grill 55 E. Main St. (423) 752-4020 bluegrassgrill chattanooga.com Boathouse Rotisserie & Raw Bar 1011 Riverside Dr. (423) 622-0122 boathousechattanooga.com Broad Street Grill 1201 Broad St. (423) 424-3700 thechattanoogancs.com Cafe Le Mont 801 Dodds Ave. (423) 629-1388 cafelemont.com

We strive to make our listings accurate, but things change. We recommend you call in advance or visit websites before visiting any restaurant. For updates and special deals, visit chattanoogachow.com.

Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken 526 E. MLK Blvd.

(423) 752-9198 champyschicken.com ChatOBrasserie 200 Manufacturers Road (423) 305-1352 chatodining.com Chattanooga Billiard Club • 725 Cherry St. (423) 267-7740 • 110 Jordan Drive (423) 499-3883 • 185 Inman St. (Cleveland) cbcburns.com Cheeburger Cheeburger 138 Market St. (423) 265-4108 cheeburger.com City Cafe Diner 901 Carter St. (423) 634-9191 citycafediner chattanooga.com City Cafe Diner 7641 Lee Hwy. (423) 485-8222 citycafemenu.com Country Diner 321 Browns Ferry Road (423) 825-5009 Dinner in the Diner 1400 Market St. (423) 266-5000 choochoo.com Dub’s Place 4408 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 875-3151 Easy Bistro & Bar 203 Broad St. (423) 266-1121 easybistro.com Edison Restaurant 5308 Ringgold Road (423) 867-1742

ELEVEN 407 Chestnut St. (423) 756-5150 Famous Dave’s 2122 Gunbarrel Road (423) 954-3227 famousdaves.com Fanatics 7601 E. Brainerd Road (423) 894-2524 fanaticssb.com Five Guys Burger & Fries • 124 Stuart Road (Cleveland) (423) 476-4878 • 2020 Gunbarrel Road (423) 664-3500 • 5110 Hixson Pike (423) 870-7772 fiveguys.com Flatiron Deli 706 Walnut St. (423) 266-2620 flatiron-deli.com Food Works 205 Manufacturers Road (423) 752-7487 riversidefoodworks.com Fork & Pie 811 Market St. (423) 485-3257 forkandpiebar.com Fox & Hound Pub & Grille 2040 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 490-1200 tentcorp.com Fresh To Order 1919 Gunbarrel Road (423) 826-5000 freshtoorder.com Friends Bar and Grill 7714 Hixson Pike (423) 842-2872 Good Dog 34 Frazier Ave. (423) 475-6175 eatatgooddog.com

Greenlife Grocery 301 Manufacturers Road (423) 702-7300 greenlifegrocery.com Hair Of The Dog Pub 334 Market St. (423) 265-4615 hairofthedogpub.net Heavenly Wings 5659 Brainerd Road (423) 499-9949 Hennen’s 193 Chestnut St. (423) 634-5160 hennens.net Herman’s Soulfood & Catering 3821 Brainerd Road (423) 624-5715 hermanssoulfood.com HillbillyWilly’s Bar-B-Q & Catering 115 Browns Ferry Road (423) 821-2272 hillbillywillys.com Hungry House 4457 Hwy. 58 (423) 899-4507 Innside Restaurant 800 Chestnut St. (423) 266-7687 J Alexander’s Restaurant 2215 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 855-5559 jalexanders.com Jefferson’s 618 Georgia Ave. (423) 710-1560 jeffersonsrestaurant.com Jimmy John’s 973 Market St. (423) 305-6900 jimmyjohns.com Karl’s Family Restaurant 5100 Hixson Pike (423) 875-5506 Kenny’s Smokehouse Barbeque 3225 Brainerd Road (423) 629-6222 Lamar’s Restaurant 1018 E. MLK Blvd.

(423) 266-0988 lamarsrestaurant.com Lillie Mae’s Place 4712 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 875-8999 lilliemaesplace.com Little Lunch Box 5959 Shallowford Road (423) 510-9860 Market Street Tavern 850 Market St. (423) 634-0260 marketstreettavern.com McAlister’s Deli 2288 Gunbarrel Road (423) 510-8299 McHale’s Brewhouse 724 Ashland Ter. (423) 877-2124 mchalesbrewhouse.com Merv’s 713 Mountain Creek Road (423) 877-0221 Mojo Burrito 3815 Saint Elmo Ave. (423) 822-6656 mojoburrito.com Moss Place II 707 Tunnel Blvd.

(423) 629-6234 mossplace.com Nikki’s Drive Inn 899 Cherokee Blvd.

(423) 265-9015 Niko’s Southside Grill 1400 Cowart St. (423) 266-6511 nikossouthside.com Northshore Grille 16 Frazier Ave. (423) 757-2000 northshoregrille.com O’Heineys 825 Houston St. (423) 702-5687 joefridayscafe.com On the List Catering 100 Cherokee Blvd.

(423) 468-4777 onthelistevents.com Petunia’s Silver Jalapeno 309 Signal Mountain Road (423) 785-7578 petuniassilver jalapeno.com Pickle Barrel 1012 Market St. (423) 266-1103 Porter’s Steakhouse

827 Broad St. (423) 643-1240 porterssteakhouse.com Public House 1110 Market St. publichouse chattanooga.com Purple Daisy Picnic Cafe 4001 Saint Elmo Ave. (423) 822-6477 thepurpledaisy.com River Inn Restaurant 2134 Suck Creek Road (423) 886-7476 River Street Deli 151 River St. (423) 756-3354 riverstreet-deli.com Silver Diner 1400 Market St. (423) 266-5000 choochoo.com Sing It or Wing It 412 Market St. (423) 757-WING singitorwingit.org Southern Burger Co. 1110 Market St. (423) 825-4919 southernburgerco.com Southern Comfort 511 Broad St. (423) 386-5921 southerncomfortchatt.com Southern Star 1300 Broad St. (423) 267-8899 southernstar restaurant.com Southside Bistro & Tavern 1301 Chestnut St. (423) 757-4730 southsidesaloon andbistro.com St. John’s Meeting Place 1274 Market St. (423) 266-4571 stjohnsrestaurant.com St. John’s Restaurant 1278 Market St. (423) 266-4400 stjohnsrestaurant.com Station House Restaurant 1400 Market St. (423) 266-5000

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choochoo.com Sugar’s Ribs 507 Broad St. (423) 508-8956 sugarsribs.com T-Bone’s Sports Cafe 1419 Chestnut St. (423) 266-4240 tboneschattanooga.com Taco Mac 423 Market St. (423) 267-8226 taco-mac.com The Big Table 118 Cross St. (423) 634-0772 bigtable.net The Honest Pint 35 Patten Pkwy.

423-468-4192 thehonestpint.com The Terminal Brewhouse 6 E. 14th St. (423) 752-8090 terminalbrewhouse.com Tremont Tavern 1203 Hixson Pike (423) 266-1996 tremonttavern.com Top of the Dock 5600 Lake Resort Drive (423) 305-1363 Tubby’s Real Burgers 710 Cherokee Blvd.

(423) 265-0069 Urban Spoon 207 Frazier Ave. (423) 710-3252 urbanspoonchattanooga.com Urban Stack Burger Bar 12 W. 13th St. (423) 475-5350 urbanstack.com Vine Street Market 1313 Hanover St. (423) 266-8463 vinestreetmarket.com Yellow Deli 737 McCallie Ave. (423) 468-1777 yellowdeli.com Zarzours Cafe 1627 Rossville Ave. (423) 266-0424

ASIAN Asia Buffet 6901 Lee Hwy. (423) 499-8865 Best China 4340 Ringgold Road (423) 698-0067 Buffet King 5230 Hwy. 153

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(423) 877-8816 Chef Lin 5084 South Ter. (423) 510-1998 China Cafe 14 E. 7th St. (423) 266-1521 China Garden Restaurant 4839 Hwy. 58 (423) 894-6776 China Gourmet 321 Browns Ferry Road (423) 821-8500 China House 7601 E. Brainerd Road (423) 499-8670 China Kitchen 9408 Apison Pike (423) 396-9898 China Lee 3815 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 877-6917 China Moon 5600 Brainerd Road (423) 893-8088 China Rose 9203 Lee Hwy. (423) 238-1268 China Star 4762 Hwy. 58 (423) 899-3660 Formosa Restaurant 5425 Hwy. 153 (423) 875-6953 formosarestaurant.com Fortune House Restaurant 1210 Taft Hwy. (423) 517-8999 Fuji Steak and Sushi 5437 Hwy. 153 (423) 531-3183 fujihixson.com Genghis Grill 138 Market St. (423) 634-1188 genghisgrill.com Golden Palace 2102 Taft Hwy. (423) 886-5588 Grace Oriental Restaurant 1459 N. Mack Smith Road (423) 499-3055 Great Taste Chinese Restaurant 816 Mountain Creek Road (423) 870-8555 Hibachi Grill and Supreme Buffet 6734 Lee Hwy. (423) 855-8070 Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant 8652 E. Brainerd Road (423) 899-4878

Hong Kong Express 5210 Brainerd Road (423) 899-8888 Hot Wok Express 4900 Hixson Pike (423) 870-9899 Hunan Wok 2201 E. 23rd St. (423) 624-6200 gohunanwok.com Ichiban Japanese Steak House • 5621 Brainerd Road (423) 892-0404 • 5425 Hwy. 153 (423) 875-0404 yourichiban.com Imperial Garden Restaurant 2288 Gunbarrel Road (423) 499-9333 Kanpai Of Tokyo 2200 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 855-8204 kanpaioftokyo.com Kumo Hibachi & Sushi 6025 E. Brainerd Road (423) 468-3385 kumohibachi.com Mandarin Garden Restaurant 5450 Hwy. 153 (423) 877-8899 Mikado Sushi Bar Noodle House 7003 Lee Hwy. (423) 899-3236 New China Buffet & Grill 3450 Cummings Hwy. (423) 821-6988 New China Restaurant 1900 Broad St. (423) 267-5941 New Peking Mandarin House 1801 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 875-6480 Old Saigon 5510 Hwy. 153 (423) 876-0322 PF Chang’s China Bistro 2110 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 242-0045 pfchangs.com Rain Thai Bistro 6933 Lee Hwy. (423) 386-5586 www.rainthaibistro.com Raw Sushi Bar 409 Market St. (423) 756-1919 Sarku of Japan 2100 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 499-0013 sarkujapan.com

Sushi Nabe 110 River St. (423) 634-0171 sushinabechattanooga.com Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine 5845 Brainerd Road (423) 485-8836 Thai Smile 3 219 Market St. (423) 266-2333 The Rice Boxx 3600 Hixson Pike (423) 305-0855

BAKERY Chattanooga Cupcakes 500 Broad St. (423) 702-5351 chattanooga cupcakesonline.com Cupcake Kitchen 5450 Hwy. 153 (423) 475-6733 GiGi’s Cupcakes 5550 Hwy. 153 (423) 710-2797 gigiscupcakesusa.com Greenlife Grocery 301 Manufacturers Road (423) 702-7300 greenlifegrocery.com Koch’s Bakery 1900 Broad St. (423) 265-3331 kochsbakery.com Niedlov’s Breadworks 215 E. Main St. (423) 756-0303 niedlovs.com Panera Bread • 417 Market St. (423) 266-2253 • 1810 Gunbarrel Road (423) 899-2253 • 620 Northgate Mall (423) 877-0223 panerabread.com Rembrandt’s Coffee House 204 High St. (423) 265-5033 bluffviewartdistrict.com Tasty Daylight Donuts • 1414 Jenkins Road (423) 531-3444 • 841 Chestnut St. (423) 531-0930 tastydaylightdonuts.com Whipped Cupcakes 149 River St. (423) 305-7755 Yellow Deli 737 McCallie Ave. (423) 468-1777

yellowdeli.com

BBQ Bone’s Smokehouse 9012 E. Brainerd Road (423) 894-2663 Choo Choo Bar-B-Que 6410 Hixson Pike (423) 843-9554 choochoobbq.org Famous Dave’s 2122 Gunbarrel Road (423) 954-3227 famousdaves.com General’s Smokehouse 9416 Lee Hwy. (423) 238-6007 Heavenly Wings 5659 Brainerd Road (423) 499-9949 HillbillyWilly’s Bar-B-Q & Catering 115 Browns Ferry Road (423) 821-2272 hillbillywillys.com Porker’s BBQ 1251 Market St. (423) 267-2726 Smokey Bones 2225 Gunbarrel Road (423) 893-7850 smokeybones.com Sticky Fingers Restaurant 420 Broad St. (423) 265-7427 2031 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 899-7427 stickyfingers.com Sugar’s Ribs • 507 Broad St. (423) 508-8956 • 2450 15th Ave. (423) 826-1199 sugarsribs.com

COFFEE Aretha Frankensteins 518 Tremont St. (423) 265-7685 arethas.com Blue Plate 191 Chestnut St. (423) 648-6767 theblueplate.info Camp House 1427 Williams St. (423) 702-8081 thecamphouse.com Chattanooga Coffee Co. 2627 Broad St. (423) 665-2627 chattanoogac offeecompany.com Chattz Coffee

1010 Market St. (423) 756-8890 chattanooga coffeecompany.com Choo Choo Cafe Espresso 1400 Market St. (423) 266-5000 choochoo.com English Rose 1401 Market St. (423) 265-5900 Greenlife Grocery 301 Manufacturers Road (423) 702-7300 greenlifegrocery.com Go Bagel 819 Chestnut St. (423) 531-0383 Greyfriar’s Coffee & Tea Co. 406-B Broad St. (423) 267-0376 Ice Cream Show 129 Walnut St. (423) 702-5173 theicecreamshow.com Joe Fri’s Alaskan Coffee House 825 Houston St. (423) 702-5687 Mean Mug 114 W. Main St. (423) 825-4206 Niedlov’s Breadworks 215 E. Main St. (423) 756-0303 niedlovs.com Pasha Coffee & Tea 3914 St. Elmo Ave. (423) 475-5482 pashacoffeehouse.com Rembrandt’s Coffee House 204 High St. (423) 265-5033 bluffviewartdistrict.com Stone Cup Coffee House 330 Frazier Ave. (423) 265-5010 stonecup.com Stroud’s 1201 Broad St. (423) 424-3770 chattanooganhotel.com Toast 426 Vine St. (423) 756-9995

fresh and authentic for over thirty years 5425 Highway 153 N. • Chattanooga, TN www.formosa-restaurant.com • 423.875.6953

CAJUN/CREOLE Bertin’s Taste of New Orleans 6005 Bates Pike (Cleveland) (423) 559-1118 Blue Orleans

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Seafood Restaurant 1463 Market St. (423) 757-0088 blueorleansdowntown.com Meo Mio’s Cajun & Seafood 4119 Cummings Hwy. (423) 521-7160 meomios.com

DELI Ankar’s Downtown 510 Broad St. (423) 266-0017 Bleacher Bums 850 Market St., No. 102 (423) 634-1083 Daryl’s Sandwich Shop 973 Market St. (423) 267-6819 English Rose 1401 Market St. (423) 265-5900 Figgy’s Sandwich Shop 805 Chestnut St. (423) 266-8675 Flatiron Deli 706 Walnut St. (423) 266-2620 flatiron-deli.com Golly Whoppers 6337 E. Brainerd Road (423) 855-2001 gollywhoppers.net Greenlife Grocery 301 Manufacturers Road (423) 702-7300 greenlifegrocery.com Jenkins Deli 88 Mouse Creek Road (Cleveland) (423) 478-1648 Jimmy John’s 973 Market St. (423) 305-6900 jimmyjohns.com Joe Fri’s Alaskan Coffee House 825 Houston St. (423) 702-5687 Lenny’s Sub Shop 1913 Gunbarrel Road (423) 899-5539 lennys.com Little Lunch Box 5959 Shallowford Road (423) 510-9860 Nicks Deli & Marketplace 5149 Hixson Pike (423) 877-5818 Niedlov’s Deli 3931 St. Elmo Ave. (423) 825-5555

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Out Of The Blue Cafe & Kites 3230 Brainerd Road (423) 698-7883 ootbcafeandkites.com Proni’s Pizza & Sub 5001 Brainerd Road (423) 499-0770 pronispizza.com Pure Sodaworks 181 River St. (423) 299-3219 puresodaworks.com Purple Daisy Picnic Cafe 4001 Saint Elmo Ave. (423) 822-6477 thepurpledaisy.com River Street Deli 151 River St. (423) 756-3354 riverstreet-deli.com Steamboat Super Sandwiches 812 Broad St. (423) 756-8388 Sweet Peppers Deli • 407 Broad St. (423) 755 -4800 • 2040 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 825-4999 sweetpeppersdeli.com Vine Street Market 1313 Hanover St. (423) 266-8463 vinestreetmarket.com Yellow Deli 737 McCallie Ave. (423) 468-1777 yellowdeli.com

DESSERT Crepe-a-delic 137 River St. (423) 752-5227 crepeadelic.com The Hot Chocolatier 201 West Main St. (423) 266- 3066 thehotchocolatier.com Julie Darling Donuts 121 Frazier Ave. (423) 591-3737

FRENCH Cafe Francais 6313 E Brainerd Road (423) 499-5670 La Cabriole 1341 Burgess Road (423) 821-0350

GERMAN

Brewhaus 224 Frazier Ave. (423) 531-8490

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GREEK 4 Winds 417 Frazier Ave. (423) 265-1000 Acropolis 2213 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 899-5341 acropolisgrill.com European Market 2265 Gunbarrel Road (423) 899-3099 Mykonos Greek Grill 11 W 8th St. (423) 757-9490 New York Diner 5665 Brainerd Road (423) 553-6611 Niko’s Southside Grill 1400 Cowart St. (423) 266-6511 nikossouthside.com Proni’s Pizza & Sub 5001 Brainerd Road (423) 499-0770 pronispizza.com Rafael’s Italian Restaurant • 2324 Treasury Dr. (Cleveland) (423) 472-6630 • 3877 Hixson Pike (423) 508-8561

ICE CREAM Ben & Jerry’s 201 Broad St. Chattanooga, TN 37402 (423) 265-8606 benjerry.com Clumpies Ice Cream Co. 26 Frazier Ave. (423) 267-5425 clumpies.com Cold Stone Creamery 100 Chestnut St. (423) 267-0888 coldstonecreamery.com Cool Swirl 7540 E. Brainerd Road (423) 521- 6300 coolswirl.com Ice Cream Show 129 Walnut St. (423) 702-5173 theicecreamshow.com Incline Ice Cream Depot 3917 St. Elmo Ave. (423) 821-5000 Marble Slab Creamery 1913 Gunbarrel Road (423) 899-6480 marbleslab.com

Nana’s Frozen Custard 6707 Hixson Pike (423) 842-3003 nanasfrozencustard.com Sweet CeCe’s 330 Frazier Ave. (423) 710-1633 Menchie’s 2040 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 531- 8020 menchies.com Mr T’s Pizza and Ice Cream 3924 Tennessee Ave. (423) 821- 5084 mrtspizza.com Nana’s Frozen Custard 6707 Hixson Pike (423) 842-3003 nanasfrozencustard.com Rita’s 100 Market St. (423) 531- 2735 ritasice.com Sweet CeCe’s 330 Frazier Ave. (423) 710-1633 sweetceces.com Sweet Frog 2288 Gunbarrel Road (423) 305- 0696 sweetfrogyogurt.com Top It Off 401 Broad St. (423) 475- 5192

INDIAN India Mahal Restaurant 5970 Brainerd Road (423) 510-9651 Sitar Indian Cuisine 200 Market St. (423) 894-9696 The Curry Pot 6940 Lee Hwy. (423) 648- 5069 currypotcuisine.com

ITALIAN Alfredo’s Italian Restaurant 3450 Cummings Hwy. (423) 702-5133 Alleia 25 E. Main St. (423) 305-6990 alleiarestaurant.com Biba’s Italian Restaurant 5918 Hixson Pike (423) 843-0001 bibasitalian.com Boccaccia 3077 Broad St. (423) 266-2930 Carrabba’s Italian Grill

2040 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 894-9970 carrabbas.com Mom’s Italian Villa 1257 Market St. (423) 266-2204 Nino’s Italian Restaurant 720 Mississippi Ave. (423) 886-1900 Provino’s Italian Restaurant 5084 South Ter. (423) 899-2559 provinos.com Rafael’s Italian Restaurant 3877 Hixson Pike (423) 508-8561 Tony’s Pasta Shop & Trattoria 212 High St. (423) 265-5033 bluffviewartdistrict.com

JAPANESE Fuji Steak and Sushi 5437 Hwy. 153 (423) 531-3183 fujihixson.com Hibachi Grill 6734 Lee Hwy. (423) 855-8070 Ichiban Japanese Steak House • 5425 Hwy. 153 (423) 875-0404 yourichiban.com • 5621 Brainerd Road (423) 892-0404 yourichiban.com Kanpai Of Tokyo 2200 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 855-8204 kanpaioftokyo.com Little Tokyo Express 4516 Hixson Pike (423) 874-0500 Mikado Sushi Bar Noodle House 7003 Lee Hwy. (423) 899-3236 Rice Plate 4762 Hwy. 58 (423) 296-2899 Sekisui 1120 Houston St. (423) 267-4600 sekisuichattanooga.com Shogun Japanese Steak & Sushi 1806 Gunbarrel Road (423) 296-6500 Sushi Nabe Of Kyoto 110 River St.

(423) 634-0171 sushinabe chattanooga.com Teriyaki House 5908 Ringgold Road (423) 892-8483 Typhoon Of Tokyo 3953 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 875-6142

KOREAN Seoul: Korean and Vietnamese Cuisine 6231 Perimeter Drive (423) 855-9113

LATIN AMERICAN Conga Latin Food 207 E. Main St. (423) 201-4806 Las Brisas de Machu Picchu 5813 Lee Hwy. (423) 774-1975 Los Potros 5611 Ringgold Road (423)406-2940 Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina 2115 Gunbarrel Road (423) 894-7144 salsaritas.com Taco Roc 6960 Lee Hwy. (423) 653-1001 eltacoroc.com

MEDITERRANEAN Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe 432 Market St. (423) 779-3100 tazikiscafe.com

MEXICAN Abuelo’s Mexican Food Embassy 2102 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 855-7400 abuelos.com Amigo Mexican Restaurant • 5794 Brainerd Road (423) 499-5435 • 5450 Hwy. 153 (423) 875-8049 • 1906 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 870-9928 amigorestaurant online.com Ayala Mexican Restaurant 1832 Taft Hwy. (423) 886-0063 Blue Coast Burrito 5591 Hwy. 153 (423) 877-1880 chattanoogaCHOW.com • fall/WINTER 2012 • CHATTANOOGA CHOW • The Pulse • 35

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Best Sushi Restaurant 5 Years Running 2008 • 2009 • 2010 • 2011 • 2012

110 River Street • 423.634.0171

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bluecoastburrito.com Cancun Restaurant • 1809 Broad St. (423) 266-1461 • 7010 Lee Hwy. (423) 894-1942 • 5307 Hwy. 153 (423) 875-9785 cancunmexicanrest.com Casa Raul 2502 Cummings Hwy. (423) 821-5348 El Matador 8968 Dayton Pike (423) 332-9248 El Matador Mexican Restaurant 9203 Lee Hwy. (423) 238-6655 El Meson Restaurante Mexicano 2204 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 894-8726 El Metate 5922 Hixson Pike (423) 842-1400 El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant 6700 Ringgold Road (423) 313-1477 Fiesta Grill Express 2100 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 899-8844 Five 8 Burrito 5715 Hwy. 58 (423) 710-1858 five8burrito.com La Altena 364 Northgate Mall (423) 877-7433 altenachattanooga.com La Altena 314 W. Main St. (423) 266-7595 LA Cocina Mexican Restaurant 5425 Hwy. 153 (423) 386-5655 Las Margaritas • 3100 Cummings Hwy. (423) 825-0304 • 4604 Skyview Dr, (423) 892-3065 • 1101 Hixson Pike (423) 756-3332 lasmargaritas chattanooga.com Los Amigos 3536 Cummings Hwy. (423) 521-7676 Moe’s Southwest Grill 1820 Gunbarrel Road (423) 553-6930 moeschattanooga.com Mojo Burrito • 1800 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 870-6656 • 1414 Jenkins Road (423) 296-6656 • 3815 Saint Elmo Ave.

(423) 822-6656 mojoburrito.com Qdoba Mexican Grill • 414 Market St. (423) 756-4777 • 5900 Brainerd Road (423) 894-4499 qdoba.com Rio Picante Mexican Grille & Bar 203 W. 2nd St. (423) 386-5170 riopicante.com Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina 2115 Gunbarrel Road (423) 894-7144 salsaritas.com Taco Mamacita 109 N. Market St. (423) 648-MAMA tacomamacita.com Taco Roc 6960 Lee Hwy. (423) 653-1001 eltacoroc.com

MIDDLE EASTERN University Pizza & Deli 422 Vine St. (423) 756-8700 ezupdmenu.ezdriven.com

MOBILE Chattanooga Cookie Company 100 Cherokee Blvd.

(855) 323-5814 legendscookies.com Famous Nater’s World Famous (423) 596- 5457 Twitter: @FamousNaters famousnaters.com Monkey Town Donut Company (Dayton) (423) 902-6685 Southern Burger Co. 1110 Market St. (423) 825-4919 Twitter: @SBurgerCo southernburgerco.com Taco Sherpa Twitter: @TacoSherpa A Taste of Argentina Twitter: @TasteOfArg_TN

PERUVIAN Aji Peruvian Restaurant 9413 Apison Pike (423) 396-3919 ajiperuvianrestaurant.com

PIZZA Crust Pizza • 3211 Broad St. (423) 756-4040 crustpizza.com • 103 Signal Mountain Road

(423) 877-6469 crustpizza.com Hill City Pizza 12 Frazier Ave. (423) 702-5451 Howz about a Pizza 8909 Hwy. 58 (423) 344-5757 Hungry Howie’s Pizza 4345 Ringgold Road (423) 629-7007 hungryhowies.com J T’s Lounge & Pizza 830 Dodson Ave. (423) 622-2094 Jet’s Pizza 3600 Hixson Pike (423) 757-1616 jetspizza.com Lupi’s Pizza Pies • 406 Broad St. (423) 266-5874 • 1414 Jenkins Road (423) 855-4104 • 5506 Hixson Pike (423) 847-3700 lupi.com Mellow Mushroom • 205 Broad St. (423) 266-5564 • 2318 Lifestyle Way (423) 468-3737 Mom’s Italian Villa 1257 Market St. (423) 266-2204 Mr T’s Pizza St Elmo 3924 Tennessee Ave. (423) 821-5084 New York Pizza Dept.

5731 Hwy 153 (423) 531-8830 indoughwecrust.com PaPa Dough’s Pizza & Ice Cream 3536 Cummings Hwy. (423) 305-1775 Rafael’s Italian Restaurant 3877 Hixson Pike (423) 508-8561 University Pizza & Deli 422 Vine St. (423) 756-8700 ezupdmenu.ezdriven.com

SPORTS BARS Bud’s Sports Bar 5751 Brainerd Road (423) 499-9878 budssportsbar.com Buffalo Wild Wings • 120 Market St. (423) 634-0468 buffalowildwings.com • Northgate Mall (423) 877-3338 buffalowildwings.com Hooters 5912 Brainerd Road (423) 499-8668

hooters.com

SOUTHWESTERN Moe’s Southwest Grill • 1820 Gunbarrel Road (423) 553-6930 • 615 McCallie Ave. (423) 425-4200 moeschattanooga.com

SUSHI

Chef Lin 5084 South Ter. (423) 510-1998 Fuji Steak and Sushi 2207 Overnite Drive (423) 892-2899 fujisteakhousetn.com E Sushi 200 Market St. (423) 668-2788 Ichiban Japanese Steak House • 5621 Brainerd Road (423) 892-0404 • 5425 Hwy. 153 (423) 875-0404 yourichiban.com Kanpai Of Tokyo 2200 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 855-8204 kanpaioftokyo.com

Kumo Hibachi & Sushi 6025 E. Brainerd Road (423) 468-3385 kumohibachi.com New China Buffet & Grill 3450 Cummings Hwy. (423) 821-6988 Raw Sushi Bar 409 Market St. (423) 756-1919 Sekisui 1120 Houston St. (423) 267-4600 sekisuichattanooga.com Shogun Japanese Steak & Sushi 1806 Gunbarrel Road (423) 296-6500 Sushi Nabe 110 River St. (423) 634-0171 sushinabechattanooga.com chattanooga.com

TAPAS Cloud 9 1101 Hixson Pike (423) 521-4737 Terra Nostra Tapas and Wine 105 Frazier Ave. (423) 634-0238

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THAI Rain Thai Bistro 6933 Lee Hwy. (423) 386-5586 rainthaibistro.com Rice Plate 4762 Hwy. 58 (423) 296-2899 Sawasdee Thai Restaurant 4008 Saint Elmo Ave. (423) 822-9001 Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine 5845 Brainerd Road (423) 485-8836 Thai Smile 3 219 Market St. (423) 266-2333

VIETNAMESE Old Saigon 2601 Dayton Blvd.

(423) 876-0322 Seoul: Korean and Vietnamese Cuisine 6231 Perimeter Drive (423) 855-9113 Check for updates on ChattanoogaChow.com Pick up The Pulse for food news and restaurant reviews.

Magic.

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New York Pizza Department D

espite being located on Highway 153 in Hixson, a major goal of New York Pizza Department is giving patrons the full experience of its namesake city without the requisite travel time.

Offering Chattanooga’s first authentic New York pizza by the slice—available in either the big, foldable style or with thick, chewy “Sicilian” crust—as well as whole pies, NYPD has something to please everyone. These pies are also a full 24 inches, almost half a size larger than any competitor. Eighteen different specialty pies are on offer, including the “Meaty Accusation” (pepperoni, meatball, ground sausage and bacon) and the “Brazen Brooklyn Buffalo” (Grilled chicken breast, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, tomato & mozzarella cheese).

Other specialties of New York pizzerias are available as well, from garlic knots to calzones and stromboli. They even have tiramisu, cannoli and New York Cheesecake for dessert!

With a commitment to hand-made, from scratch ingredients, your choice always comes with the highest quality in mind.

The Cilen brothers consider their familyrun establishment a tribute to the fallen heroes of 9/11, an event that shaped the lives of not only New Yorkers, but people around the country and planet at large.

They also acknowledge the sacrifices made each and every day by police officers, firefighters, emergency responders and military personnel everywhere. As a small token of appreciation for the tremendous work of these heroes, they receive a special discount at NYPD every day.

For everyone else, they also offer a daily lunch special, and can get you in and out quickly with the famously efficient hustle of any true New York pizzeria. Stop in for the truest taste of New York City in Chattanooga!

The Scoop

Choose from more than 30 fresh toppings!

5731 Hwy. 153 (423) 531-8830 indoughwecrust.com

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