2nd

I honestly cannot say enough good things about this place. It was highly recommended by a friend and I can see why. We made a reservation because it was a busy Saturday night. We were immediately taken to our table. Our waitress was an absolute delight. For the life of me I can't remember her name. I feel terrible because I wanted to give her special recognition. The receipt just says the server was Bar 1. Perfectly timed check backs. Wonderful recommendations. Engaging conversation. I would go back just for the service alone. We got the tomato pie from a recommendation and it was honestly the best app we've ever had. Husbands beef filet was 10/10 for flavor and it absolutely melted in your mouth. We are kind of steak snobs I guess and I have a hard time giving most steaks a 10 anywhere we go. This was unreal. I got the beef cheek pot roast. It was good but it paled in comparison to the beef filet. The heavenly mashed potatoes were the highlight of the side dishes. Neither of us loved the grilled mushrooms but they were really good with a bite of steak. They had a flavor I can't quite put my finger on that wasn't the best. We got the broccoli casserole. Husband said it was "too cheesy". I say there's no such thing as too much cheese. It was really good. Please do yourself a favor and get the dinner rolls. You may think, oh wow I have to pay for rolls.... It's worth every single penny!! We had a good amount of each side left and they boxed each one individually for us. Write the item and the date on each box. All of the sides reheated well the next day for a nice lunch! We ended the evening with the chocolate cake. Perfect size to share after eating sooo much food! Delicious whiskey ice cream on top. We can't wait to go back!!!

This is my new favorite restaurant in Chattanooga. This was such an incredible meal! Appetizers: Bacon wrapped quail, Tomato pie, and the Sausage cheddar biscuits. Entree: Braised rabbit and pork belly Cocktail: Over under Thank you Chef Lindley and the entire 2nd American team for an unforgettable dining experience!

Just finished dinner at 2nd. Without question, it was an EXCEPTIONAL experience! We started with a selection of appetizers. All were great, highlighted by Sequatchie Valley cheeses, tomato pie, and amazing duck wings. The entrees were seasonal including braises and a lamb Pot Roast. The cocktails were all excellent including a smoky riff on a Manhattan. We didn't try the desserts, but everything looked wonderful. I want to highlight our server. She was knowledgeable, outgoing, and attentive, and certainly one of the best we've experienced in recent memory. I also want to commend the manager. We spent a little time with him choosing our wine. He is running an amazing enterprise. 2nd rivals or exceeds the best that Chattanooga offers from a restaurant perspective. This is a must visit and my new Chattanooga favorite!

Usually when we try a new place, as we have been lately, we secretly hope, especially on more expensive places, that we won’t like the food or the food wouldn’t be good, therefore we won’t want to keep coming back and spending the money. Fortunately for 2nd American, the food was delicious, unfortunately for our pocketbook, we might have to come back. Please enjoy the photos of the delicious food! The NY strip was to die for and the grasshopper cake was out of this world. Excellent service and a great atmosphere as well!

If you are wanting a fancy romantic dinner,with absolutely incredible food you have to come here. The atmosphere is perfect and the food is Só incredible my husband and I travel around the world and genuinely this food here was some of the best we’ve ever had. Love the concept of enjoying American food without it being burgers and fries. If I was visiting America for the first time I’d say this place can’t be missed. And the service was absolutely amazing it’s rare to have actual kind serves these days and everyone there seemed happy to be there. Parking is street parking. The cut of steak I had that is common in south America was probably the best steak I’ve ever had and massive portion sizes I could even get through half. It melts in your mouth without being too greasy and has a good bite to it! All of it was amazing and so fresh The dessert was amazing the grasshopper was so fresh and perfectly sweet unlike many American treats that are too heavy on sugar these were light and delicious and tried to the flavor. Their sorbet was the best texture and flavor it was as good as the ones I’ve had in Italy that I never thought I’d have again till I visited Italy. Anyways I could go on and on but my husband and I loved this place and will absolutely visit and bring friends. If you’re trying to pick from all the other popular places in Chattanooga ,go here. You will not regret it.

The staff, ambiance, and food is top tier! Adam was a great server. The veggies did it for us. The turnips, mashed potatoes, and black-eye peas took us home. The rabbit, elk sausage, and chicken were prepared very well. The carrot cake was delicious!! Ohhhh the rolls…. a must!! Thank you for waking up my taste buds. Happy 50th to me!!!

This is the 2nd time we visited and I've got to say it was Great! The dang sorbet were unbelievable, I ordered the NY Strip and it just melted in my mouth the blackeyed peas were unbelievable!! I'm really shocked that this restaurant hasn't received some kind of national recognition. We are definitely coming back!! And I plan on spreading praise every chance I get!

This place is great. The food, service, and atmosphere are delightful. The parking situation isn't ideal, but it's downtown Chattanooga, almost all parking seems ridiculous. This is most certainly on our date night rotation. Always a fresh new menu.