Just before the Avalon location of Bantam+Biddy closed in 2018, one of the partners informed us that there was a location opening in July in Chattanooga. Since our in-laws live there, for the last 16 years we've been regular visitors to the area. There have been VERY few times when I encountered exciting gluten-free options. Tony's Trattoria is heads above the rest in terms of gluten-free menus/delicious gluten-free food, but they are the exception. Terra Nostra was pretty impressive, but they are closing for good this summer. So yeah...Chattanooga isn't on anyone's list to visit for the gluten-free options. It's the opposite of say...Asheville, NC.
When we were in Chattanooga last September, Bantam+Biddy wasn't open, but it opened soon thereafter. Upon our return, a couple of weeks ago, B+B was open and we finally got to try it. The menu was either the same, or very similar to the Ansley Mall location here. We started with the fried green tomatoes (with VERY spicy goat cheese spread), and I had fried chicken tenders and Brussels sprouts. My husband had some biscuit sandwich (not gluten-free) that he really enjoyed. We were so stuffed (we usually don't order an appetizer at lunch!) so we had to skip dessert. I'd hoped we could pop back in for dessert during the visit, but the Ironman competition was that weekend and it was TOO crowded in town. It's so exciting to have such an amazing place to enjoy when in Chattanooga!
Also, most people there don't know all the chicken fingers at B+B are gluten-free. If you're going with a gluten eater, don't mention it until they tell you how amazing they are...lol! Even then, you might have a hard time convincing them they just had gluten-free chicken fingers. Not sure why it's such a hard concept to grasp, but apparently for some people, it most definitely is ;)
You can read more about the wonderful addition to downtown Chattanooga - location, etc. - here.
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Friday, May 31, 2019
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
No omelet for brunch...seriously?!
When visiting in-laws recently, we went to brunch in Chattanooga, TN. Since brunch is typically pretty easy to manage gluten-free (I've always been able to order an omelet and grits, hashbrowns or fruit), I wasn't concerned about the place we were going. And, for the record, it came up on the list of gf friendly places on Trip Advisor anyway.
We arrived to a bustling restaurant and had to wait about an hour to be seated. Since we had time to kill, I asked the hostess about gf options. She was nice enough, but clearly knew nothing about what I could and could not order. She said she'd get back to me and after asking her again later, I was finally told they can't do an omelet (yes - they serve eggs). OK - I'll have to order scrambled eggs and I'll just ask for cheese and bacon in it. At least I won't starve to death.
The server takes my order and he's pretty knowledgeable. He knows I can't have b'fast potatoes and isn't sure about the grits. I tell him I'll have scrambled, well done eggs with bacon and cheese mixed in. And, if I can't have grits - I'll have fruit. Nope - they don't have fruit. The poor server looked so concerned as he continued to try to help me find something suitable to eat. By now, everyone in our party of six was on the verge of being "hangry"...lol!
I'm told before the food comes out I can have the grits. Well, that's good news, at least. Then the food is delivered and my plate looks fine (no unwanted toast on it). For reasons not explained, the bacon is on the side - not in the eggs. And the scrambled eggs are very runny...and have to go back for more cooking. I ate the grits (very good) and bacon and eventually my eggs.
My food was fine, if nothing special. Being spoiled in the ATL is great as long as you're in the ATL! I wasn't expecting to order gluten-free pancakes or a cinnamon bun, like we can easily do here, after all. The rest of the party really enjoyed their food, though my husband thought his sandwich was small for the price. If you're wondering where we went - it was the Flying Squirrel. In their defense, they have pretty decent gf reviws for dinner - not brunch. My bad.
The good news is that if you want an omelet for brunch or lunch when in Chat, you can have an amazing option at Frothy Monkey (the same chain as in Nashville). The gf bread and muffins there are nothing to get excited about, but they're decent enough. They do bake those in house so please keep that in mind before ordering. Either way, the omelets are amazing there!
GF food for thought: don't assume you can order an omelet at brunch...apparently, not everyone can make one ;)
We arrived to a bustling restaurant and had to wait about an hour to be seated. Since we had time to kill, I asked the hostess about gf options. She was nice enough, but clearly knew nothing about what I could and could not order. She said she'd get back to me and after asking her again later, I was finally told they can't do an omelet (yes - they serve eggs). OK - I'll have to order scrambled eggs and I'll just ask for cheese and bacon in it. At least I won't starve to death.
The server takes my order and he's pretty knowledgeable. He knows I can't have b'fast potatoes and isn't sure about the grits. I tell him I'll have scrambled, well done eggs with bacon and cheese mixed in. And, if I can't have grits - I'll have fruit. Nope - they don't have fruit. The poor server looked so concerned as he continued to try to help me find something suitable to eat. By now, everyone in our party of six was on the verge of being "hangry"...lol!
I'm told before the food comes out I can have the grits. Well, that's good news, at least. Then the food is delivered and my plate looks fine (no unwanted toast on it). For reasons not explained, the bacon is on the side - not in the eggs. And the scrambled eggs are very runny...and have to go back for more cooking. I ate the grits (very good) and bacon and eventually my eggs.
My food was fine, if nothing special. Being spoiled in the ATL is great as long as you're in the ATL! I wasn't expecting to order gluten-free pancakes or a cinnamon bun, like we can easily do here, after all. The rest of the party really enjoyed their food, though my husband thought his sandwich was small for the price. If you're wondering where we went - it was the Flying Squirrel. In their defense, they have pretty decent gf reviws for dinner - not brunch. My bad.
The good news is that if you want an omelet for brunch or lunch when in Chat, you can have an amazing option at Frothy Monkey (the same chain as in Nashville). The gf bread and muffins there are nothing to get excited about, but they're decent enough. They do bake those in house so please keep that in mind before ordering. Either way, the omelets are amazing there!
GF food for thought: don't assume you can order an omelet at brunch...apparently, not everyone can make one ;)
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Tupelo Honey Cafe's gluten-free menu
Tupelo Honey is expanding all around the South. I remember going to the location in Asheville eons ago when it was a true 'hippie' joint. Now there are two locations in Asheville and others in NC, TN and SC (cities listed below).
We checked out the gluten-free menu at the location in Chattanooga during Easter weekend and it was really impressive. They have gluten-free bread for sandwiches and their hot housemade pimento cheese dip. There was nothing interesting for dessert during our visit and while it's not surprising, it's still disappointing when companies have creative menus except for the dessert options. The vibe at Tupelo Honey is much more corporate than at the original location which is to be expected from a quickly growing regional chain. However, the gluten-free menu makes it worthwhile to dine at if there's a location in your area.
To view the complete gluten-free menu, chick on the location and then download the menu: Tupelo Honey Cafe. The vegan and soy free options are also noted on the gluten-free menu.
We checked out the gluten-free menu at the location in Chattanooga during Easter weekend and it was really impressive. They have gluten-free bread for sandwiches and their hot housemade pimento cheese dip. There was nothing interesting for dessert during our visit and while it's not surprising, it's still disappointing when companies have creative menus except for the dessert options. The vibe at Tupelo Honey is much more corporate than at the original location which is to be expected from a quickly growing regional chain. However, the gluten-free menu makes it worthwhile to dine at if there's a location in your area.
To view the complete gluten-free menu, chick on the location and then download the menu: Tupelo Honey Cafe. The vegan and soy free options are also noted on the gluten-free menu.
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