If you’ve only got one night in Southside Chattanooga, you’ve gotta do it right. This neighborhood was built for a good time, with murals that glow under the streetlights, live music spilling from bars, late-night games, and food so good you’ll be planning your next visit before the night’s even over!
Where to Get a Drink
Sometimes, the best nights out in Chattanooga start with a drink. Grab your friends and head to Unknown Caller, where you can share an espresso martini tower, try a Johnny Appleseed with pisco, Kokuto Umeshu rye whiskey, and rum. The bar also hosts all sorts of drag shows and themed pop-ups (Alice in Wonderland, Hogwarts, always something magical), though Tuesdays are all about Tiny Tinis, their famous $5 martinis night that never disappoints.
For something a little more interactive, Southside Social is part bar, part bowling alley. You can also play cornhole, pool, giant Jenga, darts, or ping pong.
If it’s great beer you’re after, head to Oddstory Brewing Co. for great local craft beer brewed in-house, great vibes, plus a huge outdoor space to get a side of sunshine with your bevie. And for live music, great food, drinks, and even a round (or two) of ping pong, HiFi Clyde’s does things right.
Enjoy Live Music and Art
They say everything’s better with music, and Chattanooga’s Southside has plenty of it. The Signal draws in big-name performers from around the world, including singers, bands, rappers, and other world-class acts. For something smaller and more local, JJ’s Bohemia keeps things fun. On any given night, you might catch indie rock, punk, country, or funk. Barrelhouse Ballroom is another smaller venue worth checking out. It’s right in the middle of Southside, showcases great acts, and Five Wits Brewing takes care of the drinks and grub…