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Public House - Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN

Public House - Chattanooga

4.8
4.8
2758 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • Website
    https://www.publichousechattanooga.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    1110 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
  • 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

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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.
    Semi-Private Dining Room - Oak Room Photo

  • Anniversary Bubbly and Flowers Package

    $50.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate your anniversary by pre-ordering a bottle of sparkling wine and a simple floral arrangement placed at your reserved table at arrival. *Floral arrangements require 24 hours' notice. Orders placed without proper notice will be refunded through Open Table. *Guests will be required to show proper photo identification prior to serving sparkling wine.
    Anniversary Bubbly and Flowers Package Photo

Menu

Snacks | for the Table

  • Pimento Cheese$12.00

    grilled sourdough, fried pickles

    • Deviled Eggs$7.00

      candied bacon

      • Pecan Smoked Trout Dip$11.00

        crostinis, crudité

        • Grilled BBQ Heirloom Carrots$8.00

          ranch dressing

          • Sweet & Spicy Chicken$9.00

            cabbage-carrot slaw

            • "Yankee" Cornbread$4.00

              chili honey, sourghum butter

              Meat | Cheese

              choose 3 (with garnishes) $14

              • Sequatchie Cove Seasonal / Cow's Milk / TN

                • Buttermilk Blue / Cow's Milk / WI

                  • Manchego / Sheep's Milk / Spain

                    • St. Angel / Cow's Milk / France

                      • Boucherandin / Goat's Milk / France

                        • Cahill Porter / Cow's Milk / Ireland

                          • Benton's Country Ham / Pork / TN

                            • Molinari Pepperoni / Pork / CA

                              • Molinari Sopressata / Pork / CA

                                Starters | Soup, Salads, Small Plates

                                • Soup of the Day$5.00

                                  • House Salad$7.00

                                    green beans, tomatoes, radishes, spiced pecans, blue cheese, herb lemon vinaigrette

                                    • Caesar Salad$7.00

                                      croutons, parmesan

                                      • Iceberg Wedge Salad$7.00

                                        bacon, fried onions, tomatoes, radishes, blue cheese

                                        • Sauteed Scallops$13.00

                                          sweet potato, white beans & ham hock, sherry

                                          • Stuffed Quail$11.00

                                            andouille sausage, apple, grits

                                            • Fried Chicken Livers$8.00

                                              grits, tabasco butter

                                              • Braised Pork Belly$10.00

                                                pepper jelly

                                                Main Plates

                                                • Public House Fried Chicken$17.00

                                                  macaroni & cheese, house hot sauce

                                                  • Red Wine Braised Pot Roast$17.00

                                                    mashed potatoes, braising gravy

                                                    • Sauteed Carolina Trout$23.00

                                                      cauliflower gratin, chimichurri

                                                      • Grilled Faroe Island Salmon*$21.00

                                                        crispy brussels, benne seeds, soy

                                                        • Shrimp & Grits$20.00

                                                          gulf shrimp, andouille sausage

                                                          • Grilled Pork Tenderloin*$18.00

                                                            grits, apple chutney

                                                            • Steak & Fries*$26.00

                                                              ny strip steak, house worcestshire

                                                              • Grilled 8 Oz Beef Filet*$36.00

                                                                mashed potatoes, red wine steak sauce

                                                                • Veggie Platter$16.00

                                                                  choose four sides

                                                                  Sandwiches | Dinner Salads

                                                                  • Public House Burger*$14.00

                                                                    aged cheddar, fries

                                                                    • Pimento Cheese & Bacon Burger*$16.00

                                                                      fries

                                                                      • Fish Sandwich

                                                                        fennel slaw, fries

                                                                        • MP

                                                                      • Quinoa Salad$14.00

                                                                        beets, pickled onion cornbread croutons, walnuts, goat cheese, sweet tea vinaigrette

                                                                        • Steak (4 Oz Filet) & Wedge Salad*$17.00

                                                                          • Public House Cobb Salad$15.00

                                                                            greens, bacon, tomato, blue cheese, fried chicken, avocado, deviled egg

                                                                            Local Produce | Sides

                                                                            • Crispy Brussels$5.00

                                                                              benne seed, soy

                                                                              • Braised Collard Greens$4.00

                                                                                not vegetarian

                                                                                • White Beans & Ham Hock$4.00

                                                                                  not vegetarian

                                                                                  • Cauliflower Gratin$5.00

                                                                                    • Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese$5.00

                                                                                      • Spicy Cabbage & Bacon$4.00

                                                                                        not vegetarian

                                                                                        • Garlic Green Beans$5.00

                                                                                          • Creamy Grits$4.00

                                                                                            • Mashed Potatoes$4.00

                                                                                              • Marinated Mushrooms$6.00

                                                                                                • Macaroni Shells & Cheese$4.00

                                                                                                  Last updated: February 3, 2022

                                                                                                  What 2,758 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
                                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.7Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                                  • East Tennessee

                                                                                                    Best Service

                                                                                                  • East Tennessee

                                                                                                    Best Value

                                                                                                  • East Tennessee

                                                                                                    Good for groups

                                                                                                  • 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

                                                                                                    Great for brunch

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Good for groups

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Healthy

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Neighborhood gem

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Good for special occasions

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Lively

                                                                                                  • Chattanooga / Cleveland

                                                                                                    Most Booked

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Public House - Chattanooga is a local favorite known for its "outstanding service" and "exceptional food." The restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring highlights like fried chicken, shrimp and grits, and mac and cheese. Customers love the friendly atmosphere, making it perfect for special celebrations. A must-visit!

                                                                                                  2,758 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Mercedes

                                                                                                    Charleston

                                                                                                    127 reviews

                                                                                                    vip
                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    127 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Always love their house salad with grilled chicken! Great place to catch up with friends before the holiday rush.

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                                                                                                  2. Michele

                                                                                                    E. Tennessee

                                                                                                    25 reviews

                                                                                                    vip
                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    25 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    We come here often as the food is always delicious and service is excellent. The Cesar salad and wedge salad were wonderful ! We ordered pork tenderloin and I had the special, fried flounder. The flounder was really good but in my opinion, had too many “sauces” on it. The flavor of the fish was drowned out by the flavors of the sauces. We highly recommend Public House and it is our go-to restaurant for lunch and dinner.

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                                                                                                  3. Bill

                                                                                                    Tallahassee

                                                                                                    13 reviews

                                                                                                    vip
                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    13 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great service, wonderful food. Will definitely be back!

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                                                                                                  4. nick

                                                                                                    Nashville

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    vip
                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined on November 11, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great experience . Would definitely visit again when I’m in town.

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                                                                                                  5. Elizabeth

                                                                                                    Chicago

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great atmosphere, service and food was delicious!

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                                                                                                  6. Elizabeth

                                                                                                    E. Tennessee

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    This was my first time and it was wonderful. Every single staff member was friendly and helpful. Our server, Ryishia, was especially lovely. She made excellent recommendations, checked in often, and was clearly very experienced staff. I was pleased with the vegetarian and non-alcoholic options offered in the menu. The quinoa salad is one of the best salads I’ve had in Chattanooga! The sweet potatoe pie was a true highlight. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fresh and delicious menu with superb staff.

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                                                                                                  7. Wes

                                                                                                    Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    Filet and pot roast were very good. Not impressed by the steak and fries. Fries were super greasy and NY Strip average.

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                                                                                                  8. Stan

                                                                                                    Alabama

                                                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                                                    vip
                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    23 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great food at a great price. My wife and I have always loved this place and try to hit it every time we are in Chattanooga. Aces! Something for everyone. Great Old Fashioned to boot.

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                                                                                                  9. jen

                                                                                                    Louisville

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    1.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 1
                                                                                                    2. Food 1
                                                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                    So underwhelming. Service was terrible. We had a server who was in an awful mood and definitely took it out on her tables. Did not want to make suggestions, zero upselling, had nothing good to say about the menu, and we when we asked to see the dessert menu she said - are you ordering something or do you just want to see the menu. We would not go back. Too many other great restaurants to choose from in Chattanooga.
                                                                                                    Public House - ChattanoogaResponded on November 8, 2024
                                                                                                    Hello Jen, I am terribly disappointed to learn you did not enjoy your visit with us yesterday. We set a very high bar for ourselves here at Public House and it is clear we fell short last night. I would love another opportunity to try and show you the hospitality we are known for, and learn more about our missteps so I can ensure they don't happen again. Please feel free to contact me at the restaurant. Andrew Hunter

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                                                                                                  10. Paul

                                                                                                    Alabama

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    We had an early lunch and it was not crowded. Our server was very pleasant and attentive. My wife had the fried chicken with fries and a small salad. The chicken was delicious, but the “skinny” fries were less than hot, but plentiful. I had a vegetable plate with beans and cornbread mix, fried cabbage with bacon, and beets with goat cheese. All were very tasty and at a reasonable portion. The cheese muffin served with our plates were cold and dry. If warmed and served with butter, they would have been better. All-in-all. We had a nice lunch in a very relaxing venue.

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                                                                                                  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 2758 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 36 times today
                                                                                                  Experiences are available.

                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                  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
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                                  • 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
                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                    https://www.publichousechattanooga.com/
                                                                                                  • 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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