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Public House - Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN

Public House - Chattanooga

4.8
4.8
2381 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Several years ago, I decided that my future in the restaurant business would most likely not remain in the realm of fine dining and gourmands, but would rather lean towards the style of restaurant that I found myself frequenting most often - places that provided consistency and quality at a price that was fair for the quality of the food and experience. Public House plays to the comforts of good, solid food, while applying the principles of premium food products to a more casual setting. You will find all the fish is delivered from Foley’s in Boston, high quality steaks and a rotating selection of vegetable sides that are true to the region and season. You’ll also find a really good hamburger and fish sandwich, along with fun snacks and small plates that pair well with cocktails, beer and wine.
Welcome,
Nathan Lindley

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary Southern

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (423) 266-3366

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Andy Hunter

  • Catering

    https://www.publichousechattanooga.com/catering-chattanooga

  • Private party facilities

    https://www.publichousechattanooga.com/private-dining-chattanooga

  • Neighborhood

    Chattanooga

  • Cross street

    Corner of Market and 12th/Houston

  • Parking details

    Street Parking and Private Parking in the Warehouse Row garage. Bring your ticket for validation.

  • Public transit

    Dedicated stop on the free electric shuttle.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Semi-Private Dining Room - Oak Room

    Multiple dates available
    The Oak Room is a semi-private dining room attached to the Social and seats 8-10 people. Reserving this semi-private room REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM EXPENDITURE: Lunch Food & Beverage Minimum: Monday – Saturday: $200 Dinner Food & Beverage Minimum: Monday – Thursday: $300 / Friday – Saturday: $400 Tax and Gratuity do not apply to the food and beverage minimum. Any additional charge to reach the food and beverage minimum will be applied as a "room fee." To book a regular table in the dining room, please select "Continue with standard reservation" or call the restaurant at 423-266-3366.

Popular dishes

What 2,381 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Tennessee

    Best Food

  • East Tennessee

    Best Service

  • East Tennessee

    Best Value

  • East Tennessee

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East Tennessee

    American

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Best Overall

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Best Food

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Best Service

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Best Ambiance

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Best Value

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Good for business meals

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Good for groups

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Healthy

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Neighborhood gem

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Good for special occasions

  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

    Most Booked

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  1. CraigP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Overall, our experience at Public House was very good. The location is convenient to parking and we were seated quickly when we arrived. The ambience in the restaurant is nice and the service was excellent. My pork tenderloin was initially under cooked, but this issue was resolved quickly by our server and the manager checked on us as well to make sure everything was satisfactory. I would definitely give them another try if we are back in town.
  2. Anya

    Chicago

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Must to try place in Chattanooga! Every dish we had was great here!
  3. Fromnewyorkcity

    New York Area

    155 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    155 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    We were seated promptly, however our server took 10 minutes to greet us. A table seated next to us were greeted and had drinks before we did. We ordered appetizers and I was very clear we wanted them first, however our entrees arrived 5 minutes after. My wedge salad was good and basic. My fried chicken was barely warm and very dry. The Mac&Cheese was warm, not hot. The biscuit served was very soggy. The food is very overrated, seems to be all premade/ precooked sitting under heat warmers. Our waiter wore black sneakers that were literally falling apart with huge holes in them. What kind of management would allow that? I could not recommend this establishment.
  4. Kate

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    It is located in a beautiful location, and the outside/inside locations are both amazing. The staff was super nice and helpful. The plates themselves looked and tasted great! I also appreciate that they had mocktails for the ones who don't drink but still want to have a fruity little drink. It did feel like the staff were running a little slow, but perhaps inside was super busy so it is very understandable. But besides that it was a good time. I ordered the shrimps and grits, and my partner got the braised pot roast. The pot roast was braised perfectly and fell apart beautifully. The shrimps and grits were also awesome!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience - will definitely go back. This is my lunch spot.
  6. Ilovepink06

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Service was excellent. We felt the Food lacked flavor and was just mediocre for our dishes. Wish they had more variety in their white wine selections.
  7. DianeA

    E. Tennessee

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. Our server was outstanding. Will definitely be back.
  8. LeeShuff

    E. Tennessee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, ambience and service...thank you for your Mother's Day buffet!!
  9. BillR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We were there for the Mother's Day Brunch, so it was more crowded and noisier than usual, but the service was outstanding, as it always is and the food was delicious and a great value.
  10. Holly

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Server wasn’t attentive and the food was just ok. It took a long time to get our salads out. No one offered salads or drinks. Not worth the money to me.
  11. JAOL

    E. Tennessee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My husband & I have been bringing our moms to Mothers Day brunch since you 1st held it (minus 2020/COVID). It was wonderful as usual. One minor thing…could the fresh coconut be placed in a bowl next to the fresh fruit? Although it’s a nice touch, I wouldn’t touch the fruit b/c of my strong dislike of coconut. Not a huge deal, just a suggestion. Thank all of you, Jill Langston
  12. kennethj

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    ...The food, atmosphere, and professionalism of the staff was excellent as usual!
  13. Mfish

    E. Tennessee

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to their Mothers Day brunch and it was amazing. The fried chicken was some of the best in town. There was a wide assortment of desserts to finish off a great meal. Only wish they did this meal more often.
  14. BillGinTN

    E. Tennessee

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The experience was excellent but not exceptional. The scrambled eggs were over cooked and bland, and the biscuits were cold and hard. But the bacon was scrumptious and the sausage gravy very good. The fresh fruit and deviled eggs were outstanding. So were all of the luncheon items: fried chicken, pasta shells (decadent!), green beans and salad! Wine was delicious but a bit pricey. Prime rib was delicious and melt-in-mouth tender. Multiple desserts were all yummy. Ambiance a bit bland, but I liked the buffet setting and our waitress was a gem. A lovely mid-day brunch for my wife on Mother’s Day. 4+ out of 5
  15. wtb2007

    E. Tennessee

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Mothers Day brunch! Always excellent service and food at Public House!
  16. TrinaS

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food! Shrimp and grits among the best I've had. Son thought potroast was delicious. Husband's pub burger and fries were outstanding. Ordered the creme Brulee- may have been better than one I make from scratch. Overall very good dinner out. Service was extremely good. Would eat there next time in Chattanooga for sure.
  17. Slym

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My daughter and I had dinner on May 13. Our server was so pleasant and suggested dishes. I had the pork and my daughter had pot roast. Both were delicious and cooked perfectly, moist and not dry. We had the scrumptious deviled eggs as an appetizer and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Both were wonderful. We both would have enjoyed some strawberry glaze or sauce to moisten the strawberry shortcake. The biscuit and strawberries were delicious but needed some yummy liquid added! Thanks for a great evening.
  18. Dallas

    E. Tennessee

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite place to eat!!! The food is consistently good and the service impeccable.
  19. OlgaM

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Cocktails, appetizers and main courses were amazing. Perfect service. A bit noisy inside but a wonderful dining experience overall. Brought out-of-town guests who truly enjoyed the elevated southern food offerings. Skipped dessert this time, but really enjoyed them on previous visits. Thanks, Publix House, for another amazing meal with thoughtful, polite and prompt service.
  20. Thirdcoaster

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. We went for graduation lunch, and it was fantastic. Can't wait to go again. Bloodys we're great! All drinks were great!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great options for food and drink! Enjoyed our time at the restaurant.
  22. DallieR

    Memphis/West TN

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We picked this restaurant for our family dinner (grandparents, parents and 2 children ages 3 and 5) as it was close to our hotel. It was a great choice. Our server was attentive, helpful and paid close attention to the children’s hunger levels and needs. The food was well prepared and flavorful.
  23. MargieO

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service! We loved the menu and can’t wait to come back.
  24. LoriD

    E. Tennessee

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a go to for a business lunch or dinner - service and food are always top notch!
  25. TerryM

    Mississippi

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place. Service was great!!! Food is very good. I will return. The bar is always open with a full menu.
  26. DanP

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me and my significant other stopped by for lunch and it happened to be my birthday and we had one of the best meals we have had in a long time. Literally everything was delicious and on top of that the staff went above and beyond welcoming us and wishing a happy birthday. We even got a custom birthday card and a free dessert from them before we left. Would recommend to anyone !
  27. Christie

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience - delicious food - trout and deviled eggs were amazing!
  28. JoanD

    New Orleans

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate outside for the first time. It was enjoyable except for loud traffic but that could not be helped. Will always sit inside from now on. Our waitress was amazing. She was very helpful in ordering. She was also very attentive and knowledgeable. The pimento cheese appetizer is to die for. Always get this. The main courses were also exceptional. The key lime pie for dessert was good . Highly recommend this restaurant.
  29. DenaD

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    He told me it was the best steak he’d ever had, and HE WAS RIGHT!!!! We stayed the night at the Chattanoogan Hotel, which was perfect, on our way back to Waycross, GA 🍑 THANKS PUBLIC HOUSE for the BEST STEAK EVER!!!
  30. Chatgirl

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about the Public House is great. Ordered the pimento cheese and fried pickles as the appetizer and it was the best I’ve ever had. Shrimp and grits were delicious and honestly no need for the sausage since the shrimp and grits are flavorful enough but that’s just my opinion. Crème brûlée was sublime. Everything was delicious! We will be back.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great food ! Love that y’all take reservations! It’s always too loud to talk and hear people at your table
  32. Foxylady007

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Good value. Pot roast very tasty. Service was good and good atmosphere.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat on the patio and had a wonderful dining experience. The manager spoke with us a few times, the host was awesome and our server made sure we taken care of. Definitely a place we will return to when we are back in Chattanooga.
  34. Beas8065

    Atlanta Metro

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and I would visit again when in town
  35. Chattcovin

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Makaela and the staff do a wonderful job. The service was amazing, the food was excellent and the vibe of the restaurant was fun. Highly recommend this restaurant.
  36. Smeat

    E. Tennessee

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food attention to detail from the server - good value- Ce sure to ask the sever for suggestions on the menu
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Oak Room at the Public House was a wonderful location for an after-wedding get together. The staff was outstanding and the food and drinks were great. I highly recommend the Public House for a date night, a special occasion or dinner with friends.
  38. LauraD

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the upscale but casual atmosphere. The food was fun and very good. Will definitely go there again.
  39. KathyinNOLA

    New Orleans

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Overall we had a great meal but the service could have been better. The hostess:front of house was wonderful but our server was not friendly, we not knowledgeable about the menu and came off as slightly rude. Luckily the woman who seated us was also on hand in the dining room to assist during dinner and she made up for the lack of attention by our server. The sea scallop special was fantastic but the special dessert was just odd - a strange texture and flavor. The wine list could also be improved.
  40. HarryS

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was amazing for the price and the service was outstanding. The small plates were just out of the world. Try the scallops and onion puree. You will not be sorry. The beets with goat cheese, best beets I have ever tasted.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Public House - Chattanooga does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Public House - Chattanooga also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (423) 266-3366.

Public House - Chattanooga is rated 4.8 stars by 2381 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Public House - Chattanooga

1110 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Corner of Market and 12th/Houston

  • Neighborhood

    Chattanooga

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary Southern

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking and Private Parking in the Warehouse Row garage. Bring your ticket for validation.

  • Public transit

    Dedicated stop on the free electric shuttle.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Andy Hunter

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (423) 266-3366

  • Catering

    https://www.publichousechattanooga.com/catering-chattanooga

  • Private party facilities

    https://www.publichousechattanooga.com/private-dining-chattanooga

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