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Hillbillywilly's Bbq
92/100 (826 ratings)
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Beef
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Mac and cheese
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French Fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baby Back Ribs
Burger
"Simple..some of the best smoked grilled southern grub there is..the brisket, bbq, & sides were so on point along with the in-house bbq sauces..the..."
Pat Schaefer
"Stopped in after seeing Rock City. My pork fried plate was like Tennessee poutine (incredible), and my friends' plates were all plentiful. You..."
Don Waugh
"Greetingz from the sunshine state! The food was amazing! From the sides to the smoked meat. Originally had shied away from ordering the ribs because..."
Christy Markel
"This place is delicious! We tried it today for the first time and we were not disappointed. The staff was super friendly. I got the pulled pork plate..."
Caren Cherry
"If you haven't been here, you are missing out! Everything is delicious. Chicken plate and banana pudding was to die for and the fried okra was..."
Risa Callaway Miller
"We were traveling home to Florida from archery nationals in Kentucky and found this gem. The food is amazing and their bbq sauce is even better. The..."
Whitney Avery
"Stopped here after seeing the sign on the highway. What a great find! You know it's going to be good bbq when you see them cooking out back. Super..."
Kari Kraklow Speckman
"Great food, some of the best BBQ Iā€™ve had for a while. Even better, the staff and owner truly love what they do and it..."
Michael Yu
"We were in Chattanooga on April 21, a friend recommended we go to Hillbilly Willyā€™s, we did I must say it was DELICIOUS! We had the fry plate,..."
Amy Leigh Luttrell
"I have eaten here 3 times now. The sweet tea is perfect. The ribs are fall off the bone good. Drove up an hour yesterday because that is what I..."
James Lambert
"Great food friendly service I highly recommend stopping for a..."
Fonzie Weiss
Highway 58 Bbq
88/100 (678 ratings)
Restaurants
Steakhouse
American
Barbecue
Steakhouse
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Pork
Sit down
Steakhouse
American
Barbecue
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Obsessed with the sweet BBQ wings and killer potatoes! Everything is always fresh and delicious and customer service is always wonderful as..."
Brittni Wright
"Highway 58 BBQ. Family owned. Best BBQ around..."
James Chauncey
"Best beef anywhere!!!!! Some of the sweetest folks..."
Kim Pelfrey VanHoozier
"This little barbecue shack is next to Ace Hardwardware on Highway 58. Our favorite is the stuffed baked potatoes filled with cheese, sour cream, BBQ..."
Lisa McCluskey
"First time hereā€¦.the BEST sweet tea on this side of the riverā€¦.Hardest working employees work here! Very clean & very courteous. Excellent prices..."
K.J. P.
"That killer potato. Very very good. We were visiting from south carolina for an event and stopped in for a quick bite to eat. The killer potato..."
Shawn Collins
"Great ribs and huuuge baked potatoes. i thought the sweet and tangy chicken wings had great flavor, but the size of the wing was disappointingly..."
Linda Maynard
"Great, little hole-in-the-wall BBQ joint. Plenty of selections via their menu to please most anyone. As an onion ring connoisseur, I love finding..."
Derek West
"Delicious, Tender, Juicy, Smoky, Flavorful Ribs Though late in the evening, HWY BBQ was still serving. We picked up a full slab of ribs -- a lot of..."
John M.
"It is literally a hole in the wall with about 4 tables next to an Ace hardware. I was honestly irritated that my boyfriend picked this place to stop...."
Andrea Lemley
"Best BBQ!! Love their smoked chicken salad and their honey mustard dressing is so good. Their fried okra is fantastic. And..so is the..."
Cortney Brymer
The Purple Daisy Picnic Cafe
85/100 (1141 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Barbecue
Vegetarian Friendly
Barbecue
Gluten Free Options
American
Cafe
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Toasts
Grilled cheese
Chicken Sandwich
Pimento Cheese
Pork
Salad
Chili
Hot Dog
Tapas
Tacos
Ribs
Sandwiches
Nachos
Sit down
American
Barbecue
CafƩ
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"This quaint place may be the best place to eat in Chattanooga! The food was amazing (I recommend the BBQ chicken quesadilla and the chicken nachos!),..."
Laura Mahaney
"Was in the area on vacation and wanted to try something new. So glad we did!! The chicken had the best smoked flavor we have ever had and the potato..."
Tanya N Greg Justice
"Iā€™m not a barbecue person but this barbecue was amazing!! So good and such a cute place!! I definitely recommend this..."
Breanna McQuirter
"Service was great along with the atmosphere and food was worth the wait. Becca was a great server and lucky to have..."
Michelle Foshay
"Great local joint with good food and friendly staff. If you want to experience local food this is a great..."
Samantha Marcum
"Amazing staff! Amazing food!!! Get the barbecue potato itā€™s the best I have ever had!!! Love love love this..."
Jason Lassiter
"Great food, service, and prices! Adults were all impressed and kids loved the food as well! The kids meal options/inclusions are awesome! Clean,..."
Angela Denice Nowitzke
"Great place. Good BBQ. Wonderful baked beans. The two servers were top notch. Try the hasbrown casserole. Love the vibe in..."
Andy Merciers
"Place was great. Service was quick and on point. Food tasted good. I'm from out if town and these type of places are what make my visits to different..."
Daniel Sweeney
"Visiting Chattanooga from Ohio on a girl trip! We like to eat at different and unique places. We LOVED this place! Second best ribs Iā€™ve ever had!!..."
Melissa K Brunswick
"Go get it before its all gone ! Tony and Lisa do a great job the food and atmosphere is top..."
Christian Thoreson
"I loved the cozy ambience! Very cute! I was driving through on our way home to Chicago! Glad we bumped into each other! Loved the ribs!!! Fell off..."
Ara Celi
Old Plantation Barbecue
84/100 (595 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Ribs
"Love it! I wasn't sure about the sauce the first time I tried it, but it's grown on me so much I buy their bottled sauce now. Can't get..."
Redfishjoefish
"A great find !. Old Plantation is old school BBQ , the ribs red really good on flavor, but some grizzle and fat , they do not remove the silver meat..."
Nooga Chef
"Amazing BBQ. Fantastic food, and cheap to boot. Loved it. - Pork shoulder, beef shoulder: Perfection. The sauce is amazing.- Beans:..."
Jp
"Great food and I love the flavor of the barbecue no sauce needed. The chopped wiener plate was great..."
Jerome Shepherd
"The best barbeque in..."
BW
"Small place that doesn't look like much on the outside but they have delicious food. Are there in the last day of our trip, wish we would have found..."
Jon Schmidt
"My coworker told me they were closed and not planning to reopenā€¦I was devastated. This will forever be one of my favorite memories to eat in..."
Kandace Reed
"The mustard BBQ sauce is to die for. I had a rib plate with cole slaw, baked beans and a sweet tea. Get some lemon cake to wash it all down and..."
B. McKinney & Associates
"This place will be missed! Was just informed they have no plans to re-open. So sad! but understandable. Thank you for the years of great..."
Sabrina Sammons
"I have been going here for 10 years now. I love seeing the same faces with big smiles. The Friendliest staff and if you don't know about this place...."
Doug Henry
"I've been coming here since I was about 13yrs old. Their hotdogs were $1.10 cents when I started going here and oh yeah did I mention they are..."
Bege Currie
"Old plantation it's been around since I was a little girl. They smoke the ribs and pork butt. The meat is very tender and they have a secret sauce..."
Belinda Poe
Sugar's Ribs
83/100 (1668 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
American
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Beef
Pasta
Salad
Chili
Mac and cheese
Tapas
Tacos
Ribs
Nachos
Chicken Sandwich
Queso
Sandwiches
Lamb
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The ribs were fall off th bone good and our waitress was great as well. The only crazy part was paying before I was seated to eat. I only had a..."
Jon Taylor
"It was great. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Our server Lisa was fantastic. We did have to wait for about 15 minutes but the food and..."
Camden House
"If you are in Chattanooga, don't miss this place. Amazing atmosphere, 6 homemade sauces, authentic, and original menu offerings, particularly..."
Chandra Griffith Gilispie
"People that know me know that I love tacos and Sugar's Ribs' brisket tacos were quite possibly the best I have ever had!!! Lisa was our waitress and..."
Lindsey Henderson
"Great service and an awesome view to eat incredible barbecue. Our waitress was fantastic and incredibly sweet. Good options on sauces with a lot of..."
Mathewel89
"I installed this app just to rate Sugars. I travel a lot for my job, and have the BBQ wherever I go. I have had better baby backs than Sugars, but..."
Shayne Cameron
"Drove from Atlanta to eat here and it was definitely worth the drive! Incredible food and Lisa took great care of us out on the deck. We will..."
Whitney Morgan
"Delish!. Loved it! Had a half chicken, pintos and potato salad. The chicken has a wonderful flavor and falls off the bones! Daughter had the ribs..."
Phavard406
"Have the ribs or mini rib burgers! Skip the potato salad but you must have the banana pudding! It's perfect! Not to sweet; it's the real deal just..."
Aeriel Michelle
"Some like it, some don't, I love it.. Think of barbeque as the football of food in the south. It has it's fans that can tell you every detail about..."
Abbee Normal
"Best chicken I've eaten.. The chicken with the clear sauce is incredible. Ribs are hit or miss since the manager Kevin left, the cornbread was..."
Nooga Chef
"Average. We visited this place while on vacation because we saw so many billboards priding on awards and figured it had to be awesome. I ordered the..."
Rcox2004
"Delicious! Great Service! We come every time we pass through Chattanooga and have never been disappointed...."
Elise
"Great Food. I go there for lunch a lot! The food is really good! I recommend..."
Lisabeth Pearson
"Went with the reviews and got the half chicken, grilled okra, corn, and red chili. Excellent. My wife got the brisket. That was really tasty too. The..."
Mike
"Best BBQ Chicken. I've been going to the Sugar's on the Ridge since they first opened, and it's probably my favorite restaurant in town. I only ever..."
A. Miller
"Great food! Grilled okra, BBQ , ribs and good atmosphere. Feed the goats your leftover corn after..."
Local Joe
"Love it!. Love fall off the bone ribs- Great view and pretty cool place..."
Roadside Reviews
"Great ribs and view. The ribs were the meatiest I have had and I have been to Corky's, Arthur Bryant's and other great BBQ joints. Sugars has their..."
Michael Fry
"100 people eating here on a weekday for lunch when I was there! Always good. Not sure where some of these reviews come from. Wish the chicken had..."
Dan Kennedy
"Downtown Sugar's Ribs. I live in Atlanta, GA. My girlfriend, who is a Chattanooga native, and I are considering moving to Chattanooga and Sugar's..."
Ryan
"Awesome happy hr specials, til 7 even on Saturdays!!! N the buttpoppers were..."
Stephanie
"1/2 chicken and okra WOW. Everything rocks ! WOW ! Chattanoogan's dont even know that people from 100's of miles around trek here to eat good Q. The..."
SCENIC CITY GRILL MASTER
"Luv Sugar's. Have eaten here twice. Both times the food was excellent. The pork and brisket are both excellent. Quite a variety of sauces. You'll..."
Mercfoot
"Brisket, Chili, Slaw. Enough said.. Saw the ubiquitous billboards along I-75 north from Atlanta and decided to stop. Can't beat the view of..."
Mickey Rogers
"Will go again!. After many years of burning up the road between Nashville (my hometown) and atlanta (where I live) vie seen many things come and go..."
Diane Tant Daniel
"We had the carry out for about 20 people; price was very reasonable. Pork was just right - not too smoky, but tender and spiced just right. I really..."
Pumblechook
"Lip Smackin Good. BEST BBQ chicken, so tender, perfect sauce selection. Grilled okra and grilled whole jalapenos are to die for. Also loved the fried..."
Wendy Free
"VERY GOOD FOOD! I try all kind of BBQ and this place is excellent! The ribs and pulled pork are very tender and do not have a heavy smoke flavor. The..."
Tim Campbell
"This place was great! Lots of different meat selections and great sides perfect for your vegetarians . The place was very clean and staff was very..."
2honest
"Tons of billboards along 24 and a top ten in urbanspoon made us stop. The chicken was great. The grilled okra was really good. All five of the sauces..."
M And M
"'Que with a View!. This locally owned treasure has one of the best views of Chattanooga! I eat here frequently and also have taken food home. The..."
Lyn
"This place is a sister eatery of two others in chattanooga and has quickly become known for perhaps the best bbq ribs in town. my wife convinced me..."
Justin Case
"I like it. This place is a sister eatery of two others in chattanooga and has quickly become known for perhaps the best bbq ribs in town. my wife..."
Frank Erythema
"We had the ribs for our first time eating here and they were delicious. It has the best view I have ever seen of a restaurant. Eating on the patio at..."
John Moses
"Awesome ribs and mini Q. I travel (by car) throughout TN, GA and FL for my job, I am a big bbq fan so I know the good stuff when I taste it. While FL..."
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Choo Choo Barbque
82/100 (948 ratings)
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Barbecue
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Barbecue
Reservations
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Rib platters and pork platters! Everything was spot on and great tasting BBQ. Got there right at close and they were very friendly with great..."
James Wood
"My family and I eat here all the time. The service is great, the staff is always really nice and wearing a smile ļæ½ the food is amazing and for a..."
Shannon Marie Cooper
"Had the smoked wings today with dry seasoning. These have got to be some of the best wings I have ever had ! Hopefully they will keep making them!..."
Marc Affron
"Good customer service is hard to find but I have been impressed with the service Iā€™ve experienced at Choo Choo barbecue. The young man at the..."
Sandra Posey Liles
"Just bought my 1st killer potato here. Oh my it was the bomb.....will definitely be back. I want to try the Brunswick Stew & catfish sandwich. Hey...."
Donna Neeley
"We were in Chattanooga earlier this week to escape Hurricane Irma. We ordered killer potatoes and ribs- DELICIOUS!! Couldn't have asked for more..."
Whitney Fulp Slone
"The best in town. You can tell this is not just treated like food but an art form. Love and pride created this succulent..."
Tim Warner
"This BBQ is always delicious and the family pack is such a good..."
Heather Michelle
"Best bbq in town!! Thanks for the wonderful customer service! We will be back again....soon!..."
Kati Mae Morgan
"I am from NW Illinois. We stopped here for lunch while in town for the dog show. It was the BEST meal we had on this trip! Heaping portions,..."
Kim Ketelsen
"Best BBQ Help support our small business,East..."
Ray Arp
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Shawn Smith
"I hade the ribcombo with fries and beans and my wife had the BBQ salad... we enjoyed all too! My only complaint was the chopped chicken was a little..."
J Carmichael
"Their service has been really good here lately! Super nice staff. Food is always great. Only complaint our last order, the fries weren't good at..."
Marla Bridges
"I love this place. I usually eat here 2-3 times a month. My only complaint is the amount of sauce they put on their dishes. Specifically the Killer..."
Steven Richardson
"My husband and I absolutely LOVE their loaded potatoes. The one time I tried their banana pudding it was delicious. Tasted homemade. Haven't had that..."
Donna Neeley
"Choo Choo is legit good BBQ. No frills, great smoked meats. They tout their ribs and pork butt as award winning, and for good reason. Their sauce was..."
Ryan Smith
Chubby's Barbeque
82/100 (531 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Breakfast
Lunch
Burger
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"My parents and I love to stop by Chubbyā€™s for breakfast or brunch. The food is tasty, the people are friendly, and itā€™s affordable! Iā€™m so glad..."
Karyn Heath
"Ate lunch here today. The BBQ ribs were good, the sauce tasty. Fried okra was very good. The pinto beans needed a little something. The service..."
Shauna Johnson
"Chubby s Is An Excellent Place To Eat. They Have Good Food, Great Service, Great Waitresses, Great Dishwashers, Great Cooks And Affordable Prices And..."
Raymond Howell
"Best breakfast in town. Homemade gravy. Yum. Great staff too. Come on down for lunch too. You won't be..."
Butch Carver
"Staff is always fun and friendly food is good prices are pretty fair all in all it's a great..."
Jesse Raymond Kinsey Jr.
"Best food ever.. I love there breakfast food and also within walking distance of my..."
Marlene Mccary
"Awsome place with awesome shows super nice to not have to drive all they way to atlanta for good..."
Inhuman Filth
"Food is so good and the people are so..."
Jean-Cedric kouame
"Chubbyā€™s is a great, affordable place to eat! I love their Bologna Burger! Their staff is amazing and friendly, which is hard to find now days in..."
Heather McGuffee
"Come have the special! Best local business (landmark) on the boulevard! Classic meat and 2 or 3 with rolls or cornbread! Recommend pintos and..."
Mike Holtzhower
"Great food breakfast lunch can't go Rong with anything u..."
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Puckett's Chattanooga
82/100 (1976 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Mac and cheese
Grilled cheese
Crawfish
Salmon
Hamburgers
Catfish
Shrimp and Grits
Tapas
Pimento Cheese
Tacos
Shrimp
Beef
Ribs
Cakes
Burrito
Fish
Nachos
Pancakes
Pork
Chicken And Waffles
Waffles
Pasta
Chicken Sandwich
Meatloaf
Bread Pudding
Salad
Sandwiches
Fried pickles
Wings
Sit down
Barbecue
Bar
American
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Buffet
Accepts American Express
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Reservations
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"My best friend and I were recommended this spot by a local. We were traveling from Florida and really wanted to dine at a local spot. We can NOT..."
Kortlyn Dougherty
"By far the BEST meal we had on our trip to Chattanooga and pretty close to best meal ever! Our table enjoyed everything from fried green tomatoes,..."
Jessica Hinchee
"Our server Taylor was attentive and personable. Two of us ordered fried green tomatoes which sat on a bed of grits. The sauce which accompanied the..."
Laura Merlo
"Awesome place to eat with friends and family. The brisket was great as were the ribs, meatloaf and everything else we had ! Highly recommend..."
Michael Grant
"Amazing food and even better service!! Very family friendly with a great menu variety. Everything we ordered was outstanding! I would recommend it to..."
Hannah Ruffatto
"Our server was Christian, very friendly and very suggestive! I was very impressed by his welcoming attitude! We loved all three things he suggested....."
Devin Hayes
"first time in Chattanooga, Tennessee. we were looking for some real bbq and some live entertainment and found both at Puckett's Chattanooga. the..."
Scott Sessa
"Last night, opening night of Riverbend Festival with Hank, Jr there, we took a chance and walked out to Puckettā€™s hoping to luck up and get in for..."
Michelle Holder
"Fantastic southern food! The cherry smoked wings with whiskey glaze were the best I have EVER had! Our server, Elle, was awesome, too, ask for her..."
Alexis Repass
"After a day at the aquarium on June 15, it was so nice to sit down at Puckett's Chattanooga. Service was great! Food was great! Atmosphere was great!..."
Sara Mitchell Lynch
Fat Boy's Roadside Eats
90/100 (180 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Fast food
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Mac and cheese
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Cheeseburger
Burger
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Fast food
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Though I thought initially that the prices were pretty high for a roadside diner, this restaurant delivered on quality and quantity. They did..."
Marshall Gladwell
"With a name like Fat Boys, one would expect XL-sized sandwiches, burritos and more, and they did not disappoint. My husband loves their oversized..."
Lisa McCluskey
"Fat Boy's was recommended by a friend who said the vegeburgers were extraordinary...she was right! Huge,tasty, cooked to perfection from a homemade..."
Joe Gorbea
"Special menu for a car show, we got the flaming fat chick burrito & regular menu loaded fries. Around $30 for two people to eat so on the pricier..."
Nicole Marie
"We went for the burger experience but were impressed by a large vegetarian menu as well. The menu in red is for meat. The menu in green which was the..."
Ali M
"This place is great. Sirloin burger was massive and delicious and yes, I finished it. And then later that night I polished off my wife's Philly..."
Chris Haugen
"Everything we ordered was amazing! The staff was so nice, too! I'm not sure it's possible to be unsatisfied here. We got the Philly steak egg rolls...."
Lisa Dodd
"Loved this restaurant, wonderful food, and great atmosphere, and they use Pioneer Woman dishes which I..."
Adrienne Finney