New York Pizza Department is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

1. New York Pizza Department

8.6
5731 Highway 153 (Walmart Rd), Chattanooga, TN
Pizzeria · Falling Water - Browntown · 24 tips and reviews

H S.H S: Truly is authentic NY style pizza. Awesome food and love the homage they pay to first responders.

David P.David Peck: Great place! Only place we've found so far that serves REAL pizza.

Billy W.Billy Walker: Great pizza

Taconooga is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

2. Taconooga

8.0
207-A Frazier Ave, Chattanooga, TN
Mexican Restaurant · North Chattanooga · 16 tips and reviews

Danny D.Danny DeReuter: Everything is so authentic and good!

Kallie H.Kallie Harris: most authentic Mexican food in Chatt and much faster than Taco Mamacita

Nate E.Nate E: Stellar first time. The lengua was the best I've had and tender. The al pastor was tasty as well.

Lupi's is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

3. Lupi's

8.7
406 Broad St (4th Street), Chattanooga, TN
Pizzeria · Downtown Chattanooga · 48 tips and reviews

Helen Y.Helen Yuen: One of the best pizzas i have had - herb chicken, mushroom, spinach, tomato on BBQ sauce traditional pizza.

Rock/CreekRock/Creek: Best pizza in Chattanooga! Local ingredients, great vibe, couple local beers on tap at any given time. This is one must-visit spot in Chattanooga.

Brian R.Brian Reulbach: Voted best pizza in Chattanooga in 2009

Maple Street Biscuit Company is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

4. Maple Street Biscuit Company

9.0
407 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Chattanooga · 33 tips and reviews

Jennifer F.Jennifer Fehr: The BEST breakfast!!! Try the Maple Tap coffee! Can't wait to have you in Tampa!!!

DJ M.DJ Marty: Maple Coffee so good you wanna smack your momma! Excellent biscuits!

Shanda A.Shanda Arter: Fresh southern foods with amazing twist and taste! Try the Five and Dime! You will want to try it all!!

Sugar's Ribs is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

5. Sugar's Ribs

8.5
2450 15th Ave, Chattanooga, TN
BBQ Joint · Ridgedale - Oak Grove - Clifton Hills · 65 tips and reviews

Todd B.Todd Bryant: Great place, authentic BBQ and nice ambiance. The ribs were good, seasoned to accompany the sauce which is very good. The brisket was wonderful and the sides were good as well. Go here!

Dave W.Dave Wohlhart: AWESOME!! Not many this good from Chicago!!

Kirk B.Kirk Bostick: Try the brisket. Good stuff

Yellow Deli is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

6. Yellow Deli

8.9
737 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN
Deli · North Chattanooga - Hill City - UTC · 64 tips and reviews

Alexa Jane B.Alexa Jane Brooks: Everything is so tasty and so authentically healthy! Try the beet cheesecake pie and the apple cider. Also, great peanut butter and honey sandwich.

Jay J.Jay Johnson: Good healthy food... good prices... open almost all the time... I suggest everything on the menu!

donald s.donald sayers: Try the pbbh!

The Bitter Alibi is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

7. The Bitter Alibi

9.0
825 Houston St (Martin Luther King Street), Chattanooga, TN
Sandwich Spot · Martin Luther King · 27 tips and reviews

Alexa Jane B.Alexa Jane Brooks: Delicious brunch till 2! Get the kale bowl with sweet potato and soft boiled egg. Also, a carafe of your favorite mimosa. Don't forget to drink it on the porch!👌

Sydney A.Sydney Alley: All the food is amazing! Seriously... order anything and you'll love it!

Riley J.Riley Jones: Try their Brunch. Very good stuff.

La Altena is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

8. La Altena

7.9
314 W Main St (Broad St), Chattanooga, TN
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Chattanooga · 16 tips and reviews

Theresa R.Theresa Rodriguez: Strongest margaritas in town, great authentic food and wonderful staff!

Tyler G.Tyler G: Great Mexican food! The house salsa is the best in Chattanooga. Full of cilantro flavor. I've never had a bad entree here.

Christopher W.Christopher Williams: THE TAIN!!!

Champy's Famous Fried Chicken is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

9. Champy's Famous Fried Chicken

8.8
526 E Ml King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
Fried Chicken Joint · Martin Luther King · 85 tips and reviews

Judy B.Judy Beatty: Best chicken ever! Crispy outside, juicy inside!

Brandan F.Brandan Franklin: Try the chicken.

BoBo: Eat the Chicken. End of tip.

Carnitas Carmelita is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

10. Carnitas Carmelita

8.0
2604 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN
Mexican Restaurant · Amnicola - East Chattanooga · 6 tips and reviews

Casey K.Casey Knox: Great authentic tacos!

Or C.Or Cingilli: Tacos! Tacos! Tacos!

Paul W.Paul Worsham: Amazing burritos and tamales! 11/10

Slick's Burgers is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

11. Slick's Burgers

8.9
309 East Main St, Chattanooga, TN
Burger Joint · Downtown Chattanooga · 18 tips and reviews

Laura B.Laura B: Everything's good. Splurge on the truffle fries at least once.

Jenn S.Jenn Stewart: Sweet N Sassy is delish!

Kevin B.Kevin Blum: Everything is good. I’ve had there burgers, turkey, chicken, salads, chili, and Cajun fries. Great people and a great atmosphere!

Rain Thai Bistro is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

12. Rain Thai Bistro

9.1
6933 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN
Thai Restaurant · Hickory Valley - Hamilton Place · 66 tips and reviews

ToniaTonia: Best Thai food and sushi in town! Hands down!

Russ S.Russ Stoker: Great food & service. Best Thai I've had in Chatty & I've tried most.

Casey K.Casey Knox: best thai food in town! a must eat!

Clumpies Ice Cream Co is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

13. Clumpies Ice Cream Co

8.7
26 Frazier Ave (Market street), Chattanooga, TN
Ice Cream Parlor · North Chattanooga · 32 tips and reviews

Jessica N.Jessica Narwold: Line moved so quickly. Love this place. The waffle cones smell amazing and are fresh!

Jeff H.Jeff Hilimire: Tons of great choices here...

euroner g.euroner g: Best local ice cream place in town

Embargo 62 is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

14. Embargo 62

8.0
301 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
Cuban Restaurant · Northside Community · 12 tips and reviews

John B.John Biondolillo: Best rum selection in Chattanooga. Outstanding authentic Cuban food.

Brandi C.Brandi Clark: Oxtails were fantastic! Fall apart/melt in your mouth/bone sucking delicious....The kids Cuban sandwich was a big hit with our 5 yr old.

ᴡ L.ᴡ Loveless: Unique little place with options fir non adventurous souls. Awesome experience.

Milk & Honey is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Chattanooga.

15. Milk & Honey

9.1
135 N. Market St. (at W. Kent St.), Chattanooga, TN
Ice Cream Parlor · Northside Community · 64 tips and reviews

Laura Marie J.Laura Marie Jones: A must! The turkey and brie :)

Danny D.Danny DeReuter: They have carhop service...in case your fat ass can't make it the 10 steps to go inside.

Ryan L.Ryan Landis: Just go here. That's the only tip you need. Shame on you if you can't find something delicious. There are so many amazing things to choose.