Chattanooga's Ultimate Foodie Guide to Valentine's Day: Vegan, Takeout & Fine Dining
Chattanooga offers exceptional ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with delectable meals, whether you prefer plant-based options, convenient takeout, at-home baking kits, or elegant dining. From cozy nights in to sophisticated evenings out, discover the top choices for discerning food lovers.
Plant-Based Vegan Delights
Recognized by PETA as one of the top 10 vegan-friendly cities in the U.S., Chattanooga shines with outstanding plant-based dining. Plant Power Café, the city's highest-rated vegan café, features burgers, sandwiches, juices, and more. Your Local Seitanist delivers Southern classics like “fried chickn,” chop house burgers, and a special Valentine’s Day surprise cake (preorder required).
In Coolidge Park, Cashew tempts with jackfruit “BBQ” nachos, Thai-loaded sweet potatoes, and an indulgent dessert menu of cakes, truffles, and pies. These local favorites promise a satisfying, cruelty-free Valentine’s celebration.
Take 'n Bake Meal Kits
For a fresh twist on takeout, explore “take 'n bake” kits from Chattanooga’s premier eateries. Proof Bar and Incubator offers Valentine’s Day meal kits for February 13 pickup and home baking on the 14th. The Lovebirds kit includes Cabernet-braised short ribs, roasted hen of the woods, a red heart entremet, and flowers from Joli Jardens Flower Farm. Choose from six options, including a solo diner special.
Easy Bistro serves take 'n bake dinners for two, with entrées like house-made baked pasta with andouille Bolognese, béchamel, wilted greens, and Parmigiano. Enhance with add-ons such as cocktails, wine, or cheese boards.
Premium Takeout Selections
Enjoy a fine-dining experience at home with Public House’s three-course Valentine’s dinner, complete with optional wine and flowers to set the romantic mood.
For casual comfort, Community Pie’s artisanal pizzas are unbeatable. The Spicy Bianca boasts olive oil, fresh mozzarella, ricotta, garlic, basil, pecorino romano, and Calabrian chile peppers. The Vodka Pie features vodka sauce, ricotta, Italian sausage, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, and crushed red pepper.
Elegant Dine-In Experiences
Channel Italy at Boccaccia Ristorante Italiano, savoring pastas and Pollo Piccata prepared by a chef hailing from Lombardy near Lake Como and Milan. For opulence, try the 34-ounce Tomahawk steak and red velvet cheesecake at Bridgeman’s Chophouse, then stroll West Village near the historic Read House Hotel.
Visiting Chattanooga for Valentine’s Day? Review our Clean & Safe Guide for current safety protocols.
