Il Primo Cambridge

4.8 (1346)

$30 and under

Italian

9436 Bradmore Ln, Ooltewah, TN 37363

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2 people

May 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Eclectic, neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Ooltewah. we take reservations for a portion of our tables, leaving much of the restaurant for guests to simply walk-in without a reservation. We take reservations by phone daily from the hours of 2:00 to 5:00 or anytime through the Ooltewah location page of www.primochattanooga.com.

Come and enjoy an authentic American-Italian inspired cuisine, complimented by a diverse selection of Italian and American wines and signature craft cocktails.

We look forward to serving you!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(423) 498-1300
Website
http://primochattanooga.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Planning a party, rehearsal dinner, a working lunch at the office, or even a family dinner at home? Whatever the occasion, your local, neighborhood Italian restaurant wants to be a part of your event! Catering has never been easier. Give us a call at 423-498-1300 or contact us via email at josh@primochattanooga.com and tell us what you have in mind. Want to do a standing hor d’oeuvre party? Or are you making your favorite dish at home and want dessert for your family dinner? Whatever the occasion, with a 24 hour minimum notice we would love to help! So contact us and let’s plan a party!
Private party facilities
Featuring the same classic, American-Italian menu, warm service and lively communal environment as the original Il Primo Northshore, Il Primo Cambridge is the perfect place for gatherings of friends, family and associates. Il Primo Cambridge offers one-third of its tables for reservations, leaving the remaining two-thirds of the tables for guests to simply walk-in. Included in the reservation area of the restaurant is a semi-private area with seating for up to 32 guests. The private area at Il Primo Cambridge is separated from the main dining room with large, velvet curtains that provide complete visual separation and partial acoustic privacy. This area includes a large, soundproof window into our kitchen, animating the area with the bustle of our culinary staff. This area of the restaurant may be reserved for the evening for a food and beverage minimum. All food and beverage purchases are applied towards the minimum, with any remaining balance charged as a room charge.

Location
9436 Bradmore Ln, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Neighborhood
Chattanooga
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Orecchiette & Bolognese$15.00
Rigatoni al'Arrabbiata & Sausage$14.00
Mushroom Ravioli$18.00
Butternut Squash Risotto & Sea Scallops$19.00
Baked Penne & 4 Cheeses$14.00
Ricotta Cavatelli$17.00
Sage Brown Butter, Bacon, Autumn Vegetables
Garganelli and Shrimp Fra Diavolo$19.00
Lasagna Bolognese, Spinach Pasta$16.00

Secondi / Main Plates

each served with one side

Grilled Trout, Lemon / Thyme Stuffed & Giardiniera$21.00
Sausage and Peppers, Fennel Pollen$17.00
Chicken Picatta$14.00
Chicken Marsala$16.00
Pork Scallopini, Capers & Butter$17.00
Simply Grilled Fish
- MP
Dry Aged Simpson Farms Meatballs & Sunday Sauce$16.00
Grilled 8oz Beef Filet, Roasted Garlic*$34.00

Contorni / Sides

each side $5 / large $10

Spaghetti / Marinara
Polenta / Pecorino
Roasted Butternut Squash / Balsamic
Roasted Broccoli / Garlic / Parmesan
Spaghetti Squash
Braised Greens

Apertif / Cocktails

Limoncello$8.00
Red Sangria$6.00
Benny Wu$8.00
Basil Berry Breeze$9.00
Seasonal$9.00
Chatt Whiskey Sour$9.00
Cider Sangria$6.00
Brooklyn$9.00

Beer

Draft

Peroni$6.00
Hutton & Smith Primo Strata$7.00
Seasonal$7.00

Bottle / Can

Bud Light$3.50
Miller Lite$3.50
Michelob Ultra$3.50
Stella Artois$4.00
Bells Oberon$5.00
Argus Ciderkin$6.00
Founders All Day IPA$5.00
Bells 2 Hearted Ale$6.00
Yazoo Dos Perros$5.00
Wiseacre Stout$5.00

Italiano White

"Lot 071" Vino Frizzante Prosecco (Bubbly)
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Mia Dolcea Moscato d'Asti
- Bottle$28.00
Primaterra Sparkling Rosé (Bubbly)
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
CasaSmith Vino Rosé (Still)
- Bottle$32.00
Principato Bianco
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Cielo Pinot Grigio
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$24.00
Scarpetta Pinot Grigio
- Bottle$36.00
Andriano Floreado Sauvignon Blanc
- Bottle$39.00
Beneventano Falanghina
- Bottle$50.00
Tenuta Luisa Friulano
- Bottle$46.00
Ruffino Orvieto Classico
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Nozzole "Le Bruniche" Chardonnay
- Bottle$30.00

Americano White

Shannon Ridge Sauvignon Blanc
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc (Bubbly)
- Bottle$80.00
Boundary Break Ovid Line Riesling
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Albertoni Chardonnay
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Raeburn Chardonnay
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Stag's Leap "Hands of Time" Chardonnay
- Bottle$74.00

Italiano Red

Saliceto Lambrusco (Bubbly)
- Bottle$39.00
Anterra Merlot
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Angelin Negro Nebbiolo
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Fantini Montepulciano
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Campolietti Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
- Bottle$46.00
Flaio Primitivo
- Bottle$30.00
Aia Vecchia Toscana
- Bottle$48.00
Renzo Masi Chianti Reserva
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Villa Antinori Toscana Chianti
- Bottle$52.00
Parusso Barolo
- Bottle$92.00

Americano Red

Coppola "Votre Sante" Pinot Noir
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$34.00
Four Graces Pinot Noir
- Bottle$80.00
Duckhorn Decoy Merlot
- Bottle$54.00
Conundrum
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Grayson Cabernet
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Daniel Cohn "Bellacosa" Cabernet
- Bottle$54.00
Treana Cabernet Sauvignon
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$48.00
Venge Silencieux Cabernet
- Bottle$80.00
Jordan Cabernet
- Bottle$92.00
Silver Oak "Alexander Valley" Cabernet
- Bottle$140.00
Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet
- Bottle$180.00

Happy Hour

Monday - Friday, 4-6

All Draft Beer$4.00
1/2 Off All Glass Wine
Well Cocktails$4.00

What 1,346 people are saying

Il Primo Cambridge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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East Tennessee
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Best Food
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Innovative
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Good for groups
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Hot spot
Chattanooga / Cleveland
Neighborhood gem
Chattanooga / Cleveland
Great for fine wines
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Great for outdoor dining
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Good for special occasions
Chattanooga / Cleveland
Lively
Chattanooga / Cleveland
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Primo Cambridge is a beloved dining spot known for its "great food and amazing service." Patrons rave about the "delicious and plentiful" offerings like the Chicken Marsala and soups, complemented by a "wonderful atmosphere." The attentive staff ensures a "fantastic dining experience" that keeps regulars returning.

1,346 Reviews

DH
DallasH
Las Vegas1 review
2.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
To be honest, it’s way overhyped and way overpriced. We’ve been there once before, and thought the same thing. We decided to give a second try, wish we would have tried something else instead. I got the meatballs, but it tasted like they got their sauce out of a Chef Boyardee can. The meatballs themselves were rather bland, and lacked any real texture besides mushy. My wife got the halibut, it wasn’t bad, but for $45 we thought it should come with more than just canned corn on top. We got a side of spaghetti and marinara just to try it. Again, it tasted like it came out out of a box with Chef Boyardee sauce. Even the bread they serve as an appetizer was left untouched. There wasn’t anything we actually enjoyed. We laughed later and said we spent $80 on fish sticks and Chef Boyardee, which was honestly what it seemed like.
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Drew VIP
Atlanta1 review
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Used to love this place but it just has been in decline for some time. This was start to finish bad. Cocktails were bad, appetizer undercooked, and carbonara that was basically a noodle soup. Update the menu and get back to basics.
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David
E. Tennessee4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner. Also had a birthday note waiting on our table for my wife! And they gave us a $10 coupon to come back! Great place!
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F
Floyd
E. Tennessee32 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Connie gave us great service. Food was delicious. Never had a bad meal or bad experience at this establishment.
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David
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the service, meal, and price of the dining experience. Staff was spot on with service and were very attentive to our needs without being prodded. Very satisfied with the experience.
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Georgia VIP
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined on March 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Il Primo never fails to deliver great food and amazing service. I had the Roasted Beet Salad and Anancini Telefono. Both were delicious. My husband had the Halibut with Pineapple Salsa with a side of Creamy Polenta. Absolutely mouth watering.
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Robert
E. Tennessee6 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A favorite dining spot in Ooltewah. Just a little subpar tonight. Likely above average for most other restaurants in the area. Service was friendly but a little absent. Food took a long time and it wasn’t very busy. The bread brought to the table was a mini portion compared to many previous times. My broccoli was under cooked and quite cool. Usually it is fantastic. The flavor of our food was otherwise outstanding.
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Sharon
E. Tennessee4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my husbands favorite place to eat for his birthday! We love the food and the service. We love the Chicken Marsala, the soups and salads, and about anything else we have tried. And we also love the convenience of the area without going to downtown Chattanooga. Thank you to our waiter, Alex, he was great !!!
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JerryB
Coastal Georgia20 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Good Food, Good Drinks, Great Service & very enjoyable meal with friends.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee1 review
4.0
Dined on March 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My wife and I are regulars for a reason… this team is amazing!
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FAQs

Il Primo Cambridge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (423) 498-1300.

Il Primo Cambridge is rated 4.8 stars by 1346 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

9436 Bradmore Ln, Ooltewah, TN 37363

Additional information

Neighborhood
Chattanooga
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://primochattanooga.com/
Phone number
(423) 498-1300
Catering
Planning a party, rehearsal dinner, a working lunch at the office, or even a family dinner at home? Whatever the occasion, your local, neighborhood Italian restaurant wants to be a part of your event! Catering has never been easier. Give us a call at 423-498-1300 or contact us via email at josh@primochattanooga.com and tell us what you have in mind. Want to do a standing hor d’oeuvre party? Or are you making your favorite dish at home and want dessert for your family dinner? Whatever the occasion, with a 24 hour minimum notice we would love to help! So contact us and let’s plan a party!
Private party facilities
Featuring the same classic, American-Italian menu, warm service and lively communal environment as the original Il Primo Northshore, Il Primo Cambridge is the perfect place for gatherings of friends, family and associates. Il Primo Cambridge offers one-third of its tables for reservations, leaving the remaining two-thirds of the tables for guests to simply walk-in. Included in the reservation area of the restaurant is a semi-private area with seating for up to 32 guests. The private area at Il Primo Cambridge is separated from the main dining room with large, velvet curtains that provide complete visual separation and partial acoustic privacy. This area includes a large, soundproof window into our kitchen, animating the area with the bustle of our culinary staff. This area of the restaurant may be reserved for the evening for a food and beverage minimum. All food and beverage purchases are applied towards the minimum, with any remaining balance charged as a room charge.

Il Primo Cambridge

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Apertivo / Snacks

Olives$5.00

Arancini Telefono$7.00

Fried Ravioli$10.00

Burrata$14.00

Carpaccio*$8.00

Baked Feta & Spicy Marinara$9.00

Antipasti / Meat & Cheese

Cheese

Salumi

Insalata / Garden

Café Salad$6.00

Caesar Salad$6.00

Antipasti Salad$17.00

Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Aged Balsamic$9.00

Soup$5.00

Pasta / Grains

Orecchiette & Bolognese$15.00

Rigatoni al'Arrabbiata & Sausage$14.00

Mushroom Ravioli$18.00

Butternut Squash Risotto & Sea Scallops$19.00

Baked Penne & 4 Cheeses$14.00

Ricotta Cavatelli$17.00

Garganelli and Shrimp Fra Diavolo$19.00

Lasagna Bolognese, Spinach Pasta$16.00

Secondi / Main Plates

Grilled Trout, Lemon / Thyme Stuffed & Giardiniera$21.00

Sausage and Peppers, Fennel Pollen$17.00

Chicken Picatta$14.00

Chicken Marsala$16.00

Pork Scallopini, Capers & Butter$17.00

Simply Grilled Fish

Dry Aged Simpson Farms Meatballs & Sunday Sauce$16.00

Grilled 8oz Beef Filet, Roasted Garlic*$34.00

Contorni / Sides

Spaghetti / Marinara

Polenta / Pecorino

Roasted Butternut Squash / Balsamic

Roasted Broccoli / Garlic / Parmesan

Spaghetti Squash

Braised Greens

Apertif / Cocktails

Limoncello$8.00

Red Sangria$6.00

Benny Wu$8.00

Basil Berry Breeze$9.00

Seasonal$9.00

Chatt Whiskey Sour$9.00

Cider Sangria$6.00

Brooklyn$9.00

Beer

Draft

Peroni$6.00

Hutton & Smith Primo Strata$7.00

Seasonal$7.00

Bottle / Can

Bud Light$3.50

Miller Lite$3.50

Michelob Ultra$3.50

Stella Artois$4.00

Bells Oberon$5.00

Argus Ciderkin$6.00

Founders All Day IPA$5.00

Bells 2 Hearted Ale$6.00

Yazoo Dos Perros$5.00

Wiseacre Stout$5.00

Italiano White

"Lot 071" Vino Frizzante Prosecco (Bubbly)

Mia Dolcea Moscato d'Asti

Primaterra Sparkling Rosé (Bubbly)

CasaSmith Vino Rosé (Still)

Principato Bianco

Cielo Pinot Grigio

Scarpetta Pinot Grigio

Andriano Floreado Sauvignon Blanc

Beneventano Falanghina