Chattanooga's Top Restaurants with Live Entertainment: Dine to the Beat of Local Music
Chattanooga boasts a vibrant live music scene, ranging from cozy intimate spots to grand theaters and lively dance floors, offering unique experiences for every music lover.
For those who prefer enjoying live bands in a relaxed setting paired with delicious food and drinks, here's a curated list of top bars and restaurants featuring live entertainment.
1) Puckett’s Grocery and Restaurant
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Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant is a welcoming community hub where live bluegrass performances happen just feet from your table. Savor real food, connect with real people, and soak in the authentic atmosphere. Y'all come on in!
2) Hi-Fi Clyde's
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Nestled on Main Street, Clyde's offers ping pong, shuffleboard, flavorful dishes, craft beers, and abundant live entertainment. Open late for night owls.
4) The Flying Squirrel 
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Known for seasonal, local ingredients, The Flying Squirrel serves innovative dishes in a casual yet modern vibe. Enjoy Sunday brunches from 11am-4pm with weekly live music and drink specials.
5) The FEED Co. Table and Tavern
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In Chattanooga’s bustling Southside, The FEED Co. blends tavern energy with family-friendly dining, farm-fresh fare, and a stunning patio. Catch top local talent on the front porch.
6) The Meeting Place at St John’s
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Adjacent to St. John's Restaurant, this spot delivers the same high-quality cuisine and hospitality in a casual setting. Every Thursday from 6-9pm, unwind with local jazz musicians.
7) Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
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Firebirds specializes in classic American wood-fired entrées. This fall, dine on the patio while listening to local Chattanooga artists paired with exceptional food and drinks.
8) The Foundry
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The Chattanoogan Hotel’s upscale lounge offers appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and light entrées. Enjoy live music from local artists every Friday and Saturday from 8:30pm-12:30am.
9) Brewhaus
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In the Northshore neighborhood, this German-American gastropub pairs chef-driven dishes with fine ales and wines. Enjoy live music, great food, beer, and views of the Walnut Street Bridge.
10) Chattanooga Riverboat Co. Southern Belle
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Board the 450-passenger Southern Belle for narrated sightseeing, lunch, or dinner cruises highlighting Chattanooga's history. Evening cruises feature live music for an unforgettable experience. View all cruises to find yours.
11) Café 7 at Rock City
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This outdoor dining spot at Rock City offers stunning views and mountain music by acts like the Old Time Traveler on summer weekends, May through September.
12) Jim Oliver's Smoke House
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Experience rising Nashville stars and hit songwriters every Friday and Saturday from 6-10pm with two shows nightly blending country, pop, blues, bluegrass, and folk. Pair with envy-worthy BBQ ribs, roast beef, fried chicken, cornbread, and 300+ sauces.
13) 1885 Grill
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1885 Grill infuses St. Elmo with cabaret energy, coastal cuisine, and live patio music, creating a vibrant gathering spot for all.
14) Embargo 62
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Island tunes at this Northshore gem pair with fresh food and cocktails, offering a tropical escape from daily life.
15) The Westin Chattanooga
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A premier entertainment and lodging spot with live music daily at two bars: Dorato (lobby, Mon-Wed 6-8pm, Thu-Sat 6:30-9pm) and Alchemy (sky bar with views, same schedule Sun-Wed/Sun-Thu-Sat).
16) The Backstage Bar on the Back Porch of the Comedy Catch
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Prime people-watching on Station Street with 80+ whiskeys, 30 scotches, wines, and food. Live music Tue-Thu 7-10pm showcasing local talent.
17) The Office at City Cafe
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Chattanooga's hidden gem pulses with funk, blues, and rock every Wed and Fri, fueled by great food and drinks.
18) Slick's Burgers
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Southside's juicy, fresh-daily burgers with housemade sauces. Live music on patio or inside seasonally; Wed features The Pickers bluegrass at 7pm, weekends vary—check Facebook.
19) Peet's Coffee & Tea
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In West Village, enjoy premium coffee, tea, bagels, pastries, and sandwiches. Live music every Fri 12-2pm.
20) The Honest Pint
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Downtown's beloved pub hosts Mon open mic and Sat bluegrass brunches. Check site for events; play pool, darts, and sip with friends.
21) Tremont Tavern
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Beer haven with 21 taps and 100+ bottles. Top burgers with local music Tue evenings and select weekends.
22) The Tap House
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Free live music Fri at 7pm (acoustic, rock, bluegrass, jazz). 30 craft beers/ciders; apps like trout spread, cheese plates.
23 & 24) El Meson (Hamilton Place and Hixson)
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Authentic Mexican family recipes in a cozy atmosphere. Both locations host regular live music—call for schedules.
25) Moe's Original Bar B Que
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Award-winning smoked meats with unique sauces, catfish, shrimp. Enjoy with live local music—call for schedule.
26) Scottie’s on the River
At Cameron Harbor, savor fine dining like Oysters Rockefeller and lobster. Live local music every Sat 4-7pm.
27) Mayo’s Bar and Grille
Family-owned since 1987, serving American fare, award-winning burgers, wings. Live bands Fri 7-10pm, Sat open mic/karaoke.
28) Bud’s Sports Bar
Top sports viewing with full streams. Meat & two, burgers to prime rib, specials. Live music Wed-Fri; karaoke Mon/Tue/Sun, no cover.
29) Las Margaritas
North Chattanooga Mexican staple with fajitas, tacos. Rooftop margaritas; live music Wed 7-9pm.
30) Mexi Wings VII
Biggest, freshest wings in 15+ flavors. Live local musicians Thu 7:30-10:30pm.
