Food & Dining

Holder Concession & Wholesale is a concession supply company on South Willow Street in Chattanooga. According to its website, it makes and distributes sno cone concentrates and ready-to-use sno cone syrups in more than 40 flavors, and says it has been in the manufacturing business for over 60 years. The site also lists sno cone equipment and supplies, candy and caramel apple supplies, cotton candy, popcorn, nachos, funnel cake and hot dog items, and cups, napkins and utensils. It also lists rental concession equipment. The site says local delivery is available and that orders ship anywhere. It also links to a News Channel 9 "Made in Our Hometown" segment about the company.

Authentic taqueria on Brainerd Road dishing out tacos, burritos & Mexican street food favorites: straightforward, flavorful & affordable.

2nd is a contemporary American restaurant on Cowart Street in Chattanooga. Its website describes the idea as a continued homage to the American family meal, with an emphasis on quality ingredients and refined technique. According to its website, the restaurant is part of a small group of restaurants run by Chef Daniel Lindley, which also includes Alleia and 5th and Taylor. Dinner is served, and tables can be reserved through Resy. 2nd also offers private events and runs an event space called "the hall." Gift cards and a downloadable dinner menu are available on its website.

Five Wits Brewing Company runs a taproom on Long Street in Chattanooga, pouring its own beer from a rotating draft list. Food comes from the in-house Five Wits Pizza Joint, which bakes thin, crispy tavern-style bar pies alongside subs, wraps, wings, salads, fries and ice cream floats. The brewery's events page lists live music, a bluegrass jam, trivia nights and music on the patio. Its Barrelhouse Ballroom at the same Long Street address hosts concerts and festivals and can be rented for corporate events and private parties, with a capacity of 600 according to the website. The Long Street patio has its own bar and TVs and can be booked for watch parties and other private gatherings. The brewery also offers catering through its restaurant group, plus online ordering, delivery and a rewards program.

B's Sweets is a custom bakery serving Signal Mountain and the Chattanooga area. Its website focuses on made-to-order cakes, including wedding cakes, birthday cakes and cupcakes, and its social posts mention seasonal items like king cakes and Thanksgiving pies. Orders and wedding consultations go through forms on the website, and the baker notes that a date is not held until a deposit is paid. Availability depends on how booked the baker is that day. The bakery also hosts cookie and cake decorating classes for beginners and experienced decorators. Dates and sign-ups are posted on its website and social pages.

Summer Sun Coffee is a Chattanooga coffee brand that runs an espresso cart and a small shop. According to its website, it is set up as an extended pop-up inside Studio Ours at the historic Turnbull Building on Fort Street, with free parking. The drink menu lists black coffee, espresso, americano, cold brew, cortado, cappuccino, flat white and lattes, plus chai, matcha and tea options. House-made syrups include raspberry and lavender, and whole, oat and almond milk are offered. Beyond the cart, the brand offers coffee catering for weddings, corporate events and private parties in Chattanooga, surrounding areas and Georgia. It also sells coffee subscriptions and one-time online orders.

This 7 Brew Coffee is a drive-thru coffee stand on Highway 153 in Hixson. 7 Brew is a drive-thru coffee brand, and this location serves the Hixson area. The menu includes coffee drinks, smoothies, teas and 7 Energy drinks, and the Hixson page highlights drinks such as a strawberry smoothie with whipped cream and a Georgia peach green tea. The brand has a rewards program and an app, and the location accepts card, cash and mobile payments, according to its website. Because it's a drive-thru, the ordering and pickup both happen from your car.

Cuban eats & classic craft cocktails served in a chill space with unique, rustic decor & a humidor.

Mean King Brewing is a craft brewery and taproom in a Jenkins Road suite in Chattanooga. Its website pitches it as a laid-back spot to unwind with a beer after work. The tap list on its site leans toward hazy IPAs and sours, with an American lager, a porter, a Belgian witbier and a dunkel in the mix. It also lists build-your-own seltzers and sours with flavored syrups. The brewery has chess tables, so you can play a game over a pint. The website also lists weekly bingo on Wednesdays and trivia or Singo on Thursdays. Check the site for current hours.