The best restaurants in Cleveland

42 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Pizzanooga

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From quick slice runs to a pie for the crew, Pizzanooga is slinging scratch-made dough, house sauce, and super-fresh toppings with serious…

6333 E Brainerd Rd (Chattanooga)

“From quick slice runs to a pie for the crew, Pizzanooga is slinging scratch-made dough, house sauce, and super-fresh toppings with serious local pride. Treat yourself this week to a handcrafted, Chattanooga-born pizza that tastes like your neighborhood finally got the upgrade it deserved.”

From the Chattanooga newsletter, August 7, 2026

Old Fort

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Old Fort has been Cleveland’s oldest family-owned spot since 1990, serving hearty breakfasts, satisfying lunches, and homestyle dinners…

1422 25th St NW

“Old Fort has been Cleveland’s oldest family-owned spot since 1990, serving hearty breakfasts, satisfying lunches, and homestyle dinners that taste like home. Expect biscuits and gravy, country ham, fluffy pancakes, stacked sandwiches and grilled plates, plus catering when you don’t feel like cooking for the whole crew.”

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 4, 2026

Kim Kitchen

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Friendly eatery serving flavorful beef soups (pho) and egg rolls, plus coffee.

5731 TN-153 #109 (Hixson)

“Friendly eatery serving flavorful beef soups (pho) and egg rolls, plus coffee.”

Mestizo Cocina + Cantina

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Laid-back restaurant serving fajitas, pupusas and tacos alongside cocktails.

2595 Georgetown Rd NW · ✓ checked Aug 4

“Laid-back restaurant serving fajitas, pupusas and tacos alongside cocktails.”

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Shane's Rib Shack - Cleveland

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Fast-casual BBQ restaurant for ribs, hand-chopped pork, chicken & classic Southern sides, founded in Georgia in 2002.

4484 Frontage Rd NW

“Fast-casual BBQ restaurant for ribs, hand-chopped pork, chicken & classic Southern sides, founded in Georgia in 2002.”

Cleveland Gondolier

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Long-standing Italian and Greek eatery featuring pizzas, along with pasta and sandwiches.

3300 Keith St NW

“Long-standing Italian and Greek eatery featuring pizzas, along with pasta and sandwiches.”

Super Pho and Grill

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Japanese entrees, sushi & other familiar Asian dishes top the menu at this unassuming establishment.

7003 Lee Hwy #1731 (Chattanooga)

“Japanese entrees, sushi & other familiar Asian dishes top the menu at this unassuming establishment.”

Rib & Loin

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No-frills spot for BBQ, mac 'n' cheese, fried okra & more in relaxed, family-friendly surrounds.

5946 Brainerd Rd (Chattanooga)

“No-frills spot for BBQ, mac 'n' cheese, fried okra & more in relaxed, family-friendly surrounds.”

Golden Yolk

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Breakfast café offering pancakes, omelettes and more traditional lunch fare.

217 Ocoee Crossing NW

“Breakfast café offering pancakes, omelettes and more traditional lunch fare.”

Cook Out

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Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

822 25th St NW

“Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.”

Choo Choo BBQ Smokehouse

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Family-friendly restaurant specializing in brisket and pulled pork, plus homemade sides.

9070 TN-58 (Harrison)

“Family-friendly restaurant specializing in brisket and pulled pork, plus homemade sides.”

Big Tom’s Backyard Grill & Bar

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Menu of chicken salad, burgers and wings served in a cozy space.

88 Mouse Creek Rd NW

“Menu of chicken salad, burgers and wings served in a cozy space.”

Mr. Burrito Grill

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Casual restaurant serving up Mexican dishes such as tortilla bowls, burritos, and nachos, plus beer.

3516 Dayton Blvd (Chattanooga)

“Casual restaurant serving up Mexican dishes such as tortilla bowls, burritos, and nachos, plus beer.”

Champy's World Famous Fried Chicken

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Relaxed eatery serving fried chicken, catfish and other comfort fares in a casual setting with a patio..

191 Ocoee Crossing NW

“Relaxed eatery serving fried chicken, catfish and other comfort fares in a casual setting with a patio..”

Sushi City

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Fresh sushi buffet spot with a robot server and Japanese comfort food.

6921 Lee Hwy (Chattanooga)

“Fresh sushi buffet spot with a robot server and Japanese comfort food.”

Stadium-Burgers, BBQ and Wings

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Casual restaurant offering a variety of barbecue plates, as well as hamburgers, chicken wings, and fried pies.

773 Keith St NW

“Casual restaurant offering a variety of barbecue plates, as well as hamburgers, chicken wings, and fried pies.”

Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

4345 Keith St NW

“Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.”

Cafe Roma

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Traditional Italian dishes, seasonal specialties & wine served in a modern, rustic space.

220 N Ocoee St

“Traditional Italian dishes, seasonal specialties & wine served in a modern, rustic space.”

Farm To Fork

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Roomy, laid-back spot offering a large menu of classic American eats, plus a full bar with TVs.

120 General Lee Dr (Ringgold) · ✓ checked Aug 4

“Roomy, laid-back spot offering a large menu of classic American eats, plus a full bar with TVs.”

Papa's Pizza To Go

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Casual pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, subs & sides.

1509 Dawnville Rd NE (Dalton)

“Casual pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, subs & sides.”

Carrabba's Italian Grill

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Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

2040 Hamilton Pl Blvd #100 (Chattanooga)

“Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.”

Gettin Piggy Wit It BBQ

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Casual eatery (though also offering takeout) dishing out smoked meats (chicken, ribs, pork, brisket) and comfort fare, plus burgers.

2955 Cleveland Hwy (Dalton)

“Casual eatery (though also offering takeout) dishing out smoked meats (chicken, ribs, pork, brisket) and comfort fare, plus burgers.”

Steak 'n Shake

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Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

220 Paul Huff Pkwy NW

“Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.”

City Cafe Diner

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Old-school 24/7 diner serving hearty portions of American fare, all-day breakfast & desserts.

7641 Lee Hwy (Chattanooga)

“Old-school 24/7 diner serving hearty portions of American fare, all-day breakfast & desserts.”

Rafael's Italian Restaurant

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Unassuming parlor for pizza, red-sauce hoagies & pasta classics in a basic strip-mall setting.

2324 Treasury Dr SE

“Unassuming parlor for pizza, red-sauce hoagies & pasta classics in a basic strip-mall setting.”

Farmhouse restaurant

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Down-to-earth eatery featuring farm-themed decor and Southern comfort fare, plus senior menus.

1201 Ohio Ave (Etowah)

“Down-to-earth eatery featuring farm-themed decor and Southern comfort fare, plus senior menus.”

Quik Burger

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Walk-up eatery featuring multiple sizes of burgers, cheeseburgers, and hotdogs.

2197 S Lee Hwy

“Walk-up eatery featuring multiple sizes of burgers, cheeseburgers, and hotdogs.”

Fazoli's

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Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

4550 N Lee Hwy

“Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.”

Buddy's Bar-B-Q

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Laid-back local chain eatery serving up pulled pork, ribs, smoked chicken & other BBQ staples.

678 Paul Huff Pkwy NW

“Laid-back local chain eatery serving up pulled pork, ribs, smoked chicken & other BBQ staples.”

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

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Casual chain serving burgers (turkey and veggie options available), plus craft beer and cocktails.

1924 Gunbarrel Rd #104 (Chattanooga)

“Casual chain serving burgers (turkey and veggie options available), plus craft beer and cocktails.”

Mexi-Wing VII

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Relaxed eatery serving chicken wings, tacos and fajitas, along with beer and margaritas.

5773 Brainerd Rd (Chattanooga)

“Relaxed eatery serving chicken wings, tacos and fajitas, along with beer and margaritas.”

HWY 58 BBQ

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Longtime barbecue restaurant (family-owned and operated), serving pork, beef, chicken and ribs, plus sides, sandwiches, baked potatoes and…

4921 TN-58 (Chattanooga)

“Longtime barbecue restaurant (family-owned and operated), serving pork, beef, chicken and ribs, plus sides, sandwiches, baked potatoes and Polish sausages.”

Jack's Family Restaurant

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Fast-food chain serving standard American eats such as burgers, fries & milkshakes.

332 25th St NE

“Fast-food chain serving standard American eats such as burgers, fries & milkshakes.”

Catrina's Bar & Grill

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Modern, casual restaurant and bar with a selection of beers and Mexican offerings such as tacos, fajitas, and enchiladas.

51 Tasso Ln NE

“Modern, casual restaurant and bar with a selection of beers and Mexican offerings such as tacos, fajitas, and enchiladas.”

Sake Roll & Grill

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All-you-can-eat joint for sushi and hibachi fare, plus a bar for sake and cocktails.

5621 Brainerd Rd (Chattanooga)

“All-you-can-eat joint for sushi and hibachi fare, plus a bar for sake and cocktails.”

Provino's Italian Restaurant

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Homey restaurant serving classic Italian dishes including pasta plates & seafood, plus a kids' menu.

5084 South Terrace #5 (Chattanooga)

“Homey restaurant serving classic Italian dishes including pasta plates & seafood, plus a kids' menu.”

Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

124 Stuart Rd NE

“Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.”

The Juicy Seafood

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Seafood and Cajun-inspired options such as raw oysters and boiled seafood combos, plus cocktails and wine.

138 Paul Huff Pkwy NW

“Seafood and Cajun-inspired options such as raw oysters and boiled seafood combos, plus cocktails and wine.”

MISSION BBQ

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Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

1926 Gunbarrel Rd #108 (Chattanooga)

“Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.”

Buffalo Wild Wings

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

625 Paul Huff Pkwy NW

“Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.”

Farmhouse Cleveland

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Family restaurant whipping up meat-and-three plates and other Southern standards in a casual setting.

2260 Harrison Pike

“Family restaurant whipping up meat-and-three plates and other Southern standards in a casual setting.”

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