Location: Chattanooga
Top Restaurants in Chattanooga
Top Things to do in Chattanooga
Most Popular Italian food in Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Chattanooga. The name "Chattanooga" comes from the Creek Indian word for "rock coming to a point." This refers to Lookout Mountain, one of the city's major attractions. Here visitors can explore extraordinary rock formations, see a roaring enclosed waterfall and travel by train to the top of the mountain for truly awesome vistas. Back down on the ground, don't miss the world's largest freshwater aquarium, the Tennessee Aquarium. History enthusiasts will love the city's museums dedicated to Civil War, Native American and 20th-century history. More than anything, Chattanooga is a scenic city, full of natural wonders waiting to be explored by foot, car, bike or train.
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10. Provino's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 243 reviews
The popularity of our restaurants is due to delicious Old World style food, warm friendly service & the owner's efforts to keep everything fresh, new and fun. Our namesake Provino Bogino always thought meal time is a special time. We have taken this to he
Reviewed By ackpack
Both, my wife and myself, made special requests for our meals and had no issues with our order. Chef Vincent even mad a special trip to our today to check with my wife if he was preparing her meal properly. Our waitress, whoâs name we cannot recall, was very friendly and helpful; as well. The food was excellent and would recommend Provinoâs to anyone visiting Chattanooga.
9. Alimentari
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Justin D
My friend and I had a wonderful evening at Alimentari. The restaurant has an Italian countryside-meets-sleek minimalist aesthetic. An Instagram-worthy local spot with equally photogenic food presentation. It is decent Italian food that makes you feel at home. Portions are almost perfect. The menu has a variety of options that should appeal to most people.We sat outside, and even though there were activities and music being played in the adjacent plaza, it was all very relaxed. Our server, Braxton, never made us feel rushed nor patronized. He helped us choose a fun-to-drink Vermentino bottle that was not overpriced but of good character. Our negronis were delicious and made well.We shared the Salmon Tartare - it was overall delicious but honestly the tartare itself was a little bland. Our Caprese salad featured good, creamy burrata, and the pesto was on point, basil lacked freshness.My friend ordered the Proscuitto Pizza. They were quite generous with toppings, maybe too much if I'm being picky? The crust was decent. I had the Gnocchi that was really good. Not the best gnocchi I've ever had, but I enjoyed the flavors!We finished off with a scoop of Clumpie's raspberry sorbet which came with blueberries, blackberries, and whipped cream dollop. For $3, that was totally worth it! And, we had double espressos and Sambuca which was served properly.It was a fantastic experience, and we will definitely be back.
8. Primo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By BruceR_2832
Primo continues to be our family's favorite restaurant. Whether our kids are in town our entertaining friends, Primo is our choice. My wife and I have been to Primo many, many times since their opening, and there is no drop-off in service our execution. We have had most everything on the menu and everything is well-prepared, tasty, and filling. Seasonal changes are a treat. The staff is outstanding making one feel as if they are genuinely glad you are there. It is outdoor seating which is a bit quieter than the main dining area. Primo is what you would expect of an Italian family restaurant where neighborhood guests gather for a meal together. You always see somewhere there you know.Thank you for the feedback and for choosing to be a regular guest. We appreciate it.
7. Tony's Pasta Shop & Trattoria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 889 reviews
Reviewed By 270JillA
We've eaten here every time we've visited to Chattanooga over the past several years. This visit we were here with friends to whom we raved about Tony's. Despite the 90 degree heat on a busy Saturday night (which we anticipated), we decided to wait the 1 1/2 hours. What a poor decision. Our friend (who has Parkinson's) was a good sport, & we found the ONLY stool available for sitting in the waiting area (all the curbs outside were occupied). We enjoyed the wine from the bar, people watching...lots of kids... We even observed the "excitement" of someone passing out in the waiting area. My friend gave up the single stool to the person who passed out as they waited for EMT to arrive. FINALLY our name was called. (We kept assuring our friends it was worth the long SRO wait...) I ordered the baked pesto chicken ravioli (good). Others ordered fettuccine with alfredo sauce with chicken added, Seafood Ravioli, & Spaghettini. The fettuccine was so undercooked it clumped together, & the alfredo sauce was so skimpy that my husband requested more sauce -- which arrived too late to make the (now cold) dish edible. Ditto the Spaghettini dish -- hardly any olio sauce with zero flavor. The "wine by the glass" ordered to drink with the meal arrived towards the end of the meal. We were embarrassed & will find another restaurant worth our wait next trip to Chattanooga.
6. Alimentari
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Justin D
My friend and I had a wonderful evening at Alimentari. The restaurant has an Italian countryside-meets-sleek minimalist aesthetic. An Instagram-worthy local spot with equally photogenic food presentation. It is decent Italian food that makes you feel at home. Portions are almost perfect. The menu has a variety of options that should appeal to most people.We sat outside, and even though there were activities and music being played in the adjacent plaza, it was all very relaxed. Our server, Braxton, never made us feel rushed nor patronized. He helped us choose a fun-to-drink Vermentino bottle that was not overpriced but of good character. Our negronis were delicious and made well.We shared the Salmon Tartare - it was overall delicious but honestly the tartare itself was a little bland. Our Caprese salad featured good, creamy burrata, and the pesto was on point, basil lacked freshness.My friend ordered the Proscuitto Pizza. They were quite generous with toppings, maybe too much if I'm being picky? The crust was decent. I had the Gnocchi that was really good. Not the best gnocchi I've ever had, but I enjoyed the flavors!We finished off with a scoop of Clumpie's raspberry sorbet which came with blueberries, blackberries, and whipped cream dollop. For $3, that was totally worth it! And, we had double espressos and Sambuca which was served properly.It was a fantastic experience, and we will definitely be back.
5. Lupi's Pizza Pies
Overall Ratings
4 based on 419 reviews
Reviewed By dbroek10
I come to Chattanooga at least twice a year and always make sure to stop and grab a slice at Lupiâs. Pizza is delicious, great atmosphere, and excellent beer selection. Wait staff is always friendly and courteous. Highly recommend eating here when visiting Chattanooga.
4. Community Pie
Overall Ratings
4 based on 643 reviews
Traditional New York Style, Detroit style and Neapolitan Pizza. Handmade Gelato, and Craft Beers. Homemade pasta.
Reviewed By jamestD3726JJ
Had lunch with my son at Community Pie on Market Street, House salad and Daily Slice( of Pizza). Very filling and it was good. Son had the Chicken Sandwich which he really liked. This is a regular of ours and while he attends classes at the local college it is always a treat for him to have lunch at Community Pie
3. Mr T's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 338 reviews
A no frills spot for classic pizza and ice cream.
Reviewed By pjstelmo
Friendly service. Delicious made-personally-for-you pizza with whatever toppings you want. Many flavors of sweet and creamy ice cream, banana splits. A great place for a single, a family, a group, or a team. Choose a seat inside or outside. Eat-in, take-out or delivery
2. Alleia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 442 reviews
Thoughts of opening an additional concept in the southside of chattanooga stirred in 2004. chef lindley wanted to explore true rustic italian, but incorporate regional flavor. exceptional ingredients imported from italy and quality produce delivered from
Reviewed By stefanobY5744NO
Very good looking place .Good service I had the mussels and the groupers both were good .Nice choise .Menu is ok you have enough choise .Good wine .
1. Alimentari
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Justin D
My friend and I had a wonderful evening at Alimentari. The restaurant has an Italian countryside-meets-sleek minimalist aesthetic. An Instagram-worthy local spot with equally photogenic food presentation. It is decent Italian food that makes you feel at home. Portions are almost perfect. The menu has a variety of options that should appeal to most people.We sat outside, and even though there were activities and music being played in the adjacent plaza, it was all very relaxed. Our server, Braxton, never made us feel rushed nor patronized. He helped us choose a fun-to-drink Vermentino bottle that was not overpriced but of good character. Our negronis were delicious and made well.We shared the Salmon Tartare - it was overall delicious but honestly the tartare itself was a little bland. Our Caprese salad featured good, creamy burrata, and the pesto was on point, basil lacked freshness.My friend ordered the Proscuitto Pizza. They were quite generous with toppings, maybe too much if I'm being picky? The crust was decent. I had the Gnocchi that was really good. Not the best gnocchi I've ever had, but I enjoyed the flavors!We finished off with a scoop of Clumpie's raspberry sorbet which came with blueberries, blackberries, and whipped cream dollop. For $3, that was totally worth it! And, we had double espressos and Sambuca which was served properly.It was a fantastic experience, and we will definitely be back.
