Main Street Meats

Restaurant · Chattanooga

Main Street Meats

Restaurant · Chattanooga

217 E Main St, Chattanooga, TN 37408

Highlights

Main Street Meats offers a lively butcher shop vibe with house-cured meats and a hearty cafe menu, making it a must-visit for food lovers in Chattanooga.

217 E Main St, Chattanooga, TN 37408 Get directions

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@onthegrid

"Main Street Meats is a butcher shop with tables or a restaurant with a meat counter. It doesn’t matter. The fact is Main Street is a farmer–owned, chef–lead lunch and dinner spot recognized by food critics and out-of-towners. More than just steaks and pork chops, the menu is a mouth tour-de-force. But remember there is only one choice, the House Burger. Side it with fries and a Homegrown. What’s that you say? A Homegrown is a Coke, Chattanooga Whiskey, and salted peanuts in a glass." - Whiteboard

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@eater

"In 2013, chef Erik Niel created a carnivore’s paradise in the Southside neighborhood featuring house-cured meats, skillet cornbread, and gruyere-topped beef burgers. This is Tennessee, so dabble in Main Street Meats’ mile-long whiskey list (with literally hundreds of options), and don’t forget to ask the butcher for a few beautifully marbled rib-eyes to bring home and show off at your next cookout. Niel also owns East Street Bistro, a West Village staple with a strong charcuterie game and an impeccable oyster selection that puts any raw bar to shame." - Eater Staff, Clair Lorell, D.R.E. James

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"More than just a Southside neighborhood butcher shop, Main Street Meats features a menu packed with hearty sandwiches, like a meatball sub with tomato jam, giardiniera, and white cheddar, beefy burgers, steak plates, and daily charcuterie and cheese boards. Order a cocktail like the draft Old Fashioned, beer, or glass of wine and settle in for top-notch fare at lunch or dinner." - Beth McKibben

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@onthegrid

"Main Street Meats, Chattanooga by Whiteboard. Main Street Meats is a butcher shop with tables or a restaurant with a meat counter. It doesn’t matter. The fact is Main Street is a farmer–owned, chef–lead lunch and dinner spot recognized by food critics and out-of-towners. More than just steaks and pork chops, the menu is a mouth tour-de-force. But remember there is only one choice, the House Burger. Side it with fries and a Homegrown. What’s that you say? A Homegrown is a Coke, Chattanooga Whiskey, and salted peanuts in a glass."

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Ted Faulkner

Google

Incredibly delicious meal with house made pate and the pork rinds were just so crunchy. The burger is Incredibly juicy and prepared well but the real winner is the rueben. The Italian and the turkey aren't bad either. Our server Steve did a great job going over the menu and service was top-notch. The selection of fresh meats and sausages is astounding. This place should not be missed.

keith hemnes

Google

The pastrami Ruben for one was one of the best pieces of pastrami I’ve had outside of NYC. The gumbo hit every part of my palate. Was hoping for more spice, preference aside it was phenomenal. The potato salad was the best I’ve ever had, and I pride myself as a foodie. 3 separate drinks my fiancé and I ordered. Every one was balanced, and was what I would consider exceptional. Our server Elyse was amazing, personable and extremely attentive. Next time we’re traveling through the area we will have to stop through.

Carol Khoury

Google

Got it to go. Was super good! Kind of seemed like the cook forgot about the fries, as they were on the burnt tasting side, which maybe they are supposed to have a charred taste, which luckily I didn’t mind. You will definitely not be hungry when you get done, it was very satisfying. Tastes homemade. Nice to support local. 🙂

Kerrington Mahaffey

Google

Didn’t sit down an eat, came in for the butcher shop. They have so many options to choose from, steaks, butters, toppings, everything was top quality! I got two coulottes, I spent days trying to find this steak for a friends birthday. We love our steaks close to rare🤤 the marbling brought so much flavor, great texture! It was the best steak I’ve ever had in my life. Will definitely be going there again for fresh cuts. And will be in to try the menu! quality steaks at a decent price!!!!

Taylor Snyder

Google

Sat on the patio, didn’t go in the main dinning area. My husband and I both had the ribeye. He had the fry’s and I had broccoli. Probably the best steak I’ve ever had! Perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, perfectly priced. Highly recommend checking this place out if you are looking for a GREAT meal!

Randi Bechtel

Google

We came in after a hike and had one of the best burgers ever! We sat at the bar and there was awesome service! We also tried the potato fries and the potato salad, which was a total hit! This place is definitely worth trying out

Samantha Wilkins

Google

We were in town for a vacation and came here for a quick lunch, but were blown away by the experience. Our server was the most enthusiastic, friendly, hospitable human who truly loved his job and believed in the spirit of the business. The restaurant is a farm-to-table concept, with artisanal quality dishes, that felt like we were guests at a friend's house. We had a burger and a smoked gumbo (a temporary feature dish), which were absolutely phenomenal. The gumbo was borderline life-changing, and we still talk about it to this day. We also had a couple craft cocktails, including a frozen gin & tonic which was a fun and delicious spin on the traditional simple mixed drink. We truly loved this place, the whole vibe, the food, the drinks, and the people. It's been quite a while since our visit and we still think about it.

Team Morris Homes

Google

Lee at the bar is knowledgeable, welcoming and friendly. We could come back just to chat with Lee but I’m pretty sure the hot potato salad will have us coming back on a regular basis. Coffee was exceptional and my smoked turkey sandwich was the best!