Chattanooga has turned into a legit food town, and its burger game kept pace. From riverfront spots to neighborhood bars, these five places come up constantly when locals talk “best burger in Chatt.”
1. Urban Stack
Urban Stack is basically a burger shrine: whiskey bar, big patio, and a menu almost entirely dedicated to creative, high‑quality burgers. It’s one of the first spots locals name when the burger conversation starts.
They use locally sourced beef and do everything from classic cheeseburgers to more adventurous builds with fried eggs, bacon jam, blue cheese, jalapeños, and house‑made sauces. The Good Day Sunshine (with fried egg and bacon) and the Patty Melt‑style options are especially loved. Vegetarian and turkey burgers are legit, not afterthoughts. Hand‑cut fries and good whiskey seal the deal.
2. Tremont Tavern
Tremont is a neighborhood tavern that has built a real cult following off its burgers. It’s cozy, often packed, and exactly the kind of place where regulars have “their” burger and rarely stray.
The patties are thick and juicy, cooked to temp, and tucked into a soft bun with generous toppings. Popular choices include the Tavern Burger (your basic done‑right cheeseburger), the Jalapeño Jack Burger, and various daily/weekly specials that pile on house‑made sauces, different cheeses, and seasonal toppings. The vibe is casual, the beer list is strong, and the burgers are the star.
3. Main Street Meats
Part butcher shop, part restaurant, Main Street Meats is where burger nerds go when they want serious beef. The meat is butchered and ground in‑house, and you can taste the difference…