Nope — in Chattanooga, there’s neither a Graceland for Elvis enthusiasts to flock to, nor a beloved style of barbecue like Memphis boasts. And no, unlike in Nashville, Mrs. Andre Prince, allegedly seeking revenge on her husband, didn’t invent her notorious hot chicken here, nor are there many honky-tonk or pedal tavern shenanigans to indulge in.
Chattanooga jigs and bops to the rhythm of its own fiddle. The city has cultivated its very own brand of eclectic, outdoorsy panache and has slowly but surely nudged its gastro-identity past Moon Pies and Little Debbie snacks. There are now plenty of excellent dining options around every bend of this gorgeous city, from quirky cocktail dens to soul food classics — and if you ask the right local, some good, stiff moonshine too.
If you’re looking for more restaurants worth leaving Nashville for, here are 18 within driving distance.
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