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Hennen's - Steakhouse in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hennen's

4.5 (1828 reviews)

193 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Steak house
Seafood restaurant

About Hennen's - steak house in Chattanooga, Tennessee

American steak & seafood restaurant with an extensive wine list set in a sleek, romantic space.

Customer Review Summary

Hennen's offers a fantastic dining experience with a welcoming ambiance and accommodating staff. The food consistently receives high praise, with standout dishes including the Chicken Parmigiana, Delmonico Ribeye, and Mahi-Mahi over asparagus risotto. Service is noted as exceptional, particularly by servers like Courtney and Paul, who provide attentive and friendly support. While some diners had isolated negative experiences regarding service timing, the overall feedback reflects a strong recommendation for the restaurant. Hennen's is perfect for special occasions and offers a romantic atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for anniversaries and gatherings.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.5 out of 5
5
1329
4
269
3
100
2
50
1
80
Based on 1828 reviews

Juan Marcano

2 months ago

We recently visited Hennens with a group of twelve, and it was a truly fantastic experience from start to finish. The ambiance was welcoming, and the staff was incredibly accommodating for our large family gathering. While known for their steaks, I must say the Chicken Parmigiana stole the show—it was hands down the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly cooked, flavorful, and absolutely unforgettable. Kudos to the chef for creating such a masterpiece! Every dish we tried was top-notch, and the service was impeccable. Whether you’re dining with family or friends, this is the perfect spot for a memorable meal. Highly recommend! Let me know if you’d like me to tweak it further.

Francis Walters

7 months ago

I recently had dinner here with some friends, and the experience was wonderful. The server was very sweet and visited several times to ask if everything was good and if we needed anything else. The food was delicious, and the portions were very satisfying. This is one of those places that will keep you coming back! Highly recommend! 5 stars! 🌟

Preston Casey

4 months ago

My wife and I decided to go here for our anniversary dinner. It was a Monday night so I knew they would be slower, which was perfect. It allowed us to take our time and enjoy ourselves without feeling like we were sitting too long. I worked in the restaurant industry for quite a while so I critique everything. To start off we ordered the Bruschetta and a couple cocktails. The Bruschetta was bold with garlic and tomatoes on focaccia bread that was perfectly toasted. The cocktail that I got was called The Motorcar. It was strong and you could actually taste all the flavors rather than being watered down. I did add some creamer to it which I would recommend to everybody since it's a coffee infused whiskey. I knew I wanted a steak so I asked Courtney what she recommended. She recommended the same thing I had my eyes on which was the Delmonico Ribeye. Perfectly balanced with seasoning and char and the marbling was perfectly edible. Not fatty at all. I had it topped with butter and mushrooms. It was definitely one of the better ribeye's I have had for sure. My wife got the filet trio and added a lobster tail as well as some creamy truffle risotto. I'm not a big fan of risotto but I was of this. Courtney recommended a wine that paired perfectly with my ribeye. It was a blend that was on the drier side which allowed perfect cleansing of the palate so that every bite of steak tasted like the first. After indulging in our entrees we were in the mood for dessert. The seasonal dessert was a caramel drizzle cheesecake with baked apple tidbits. It was so creamy and rich but not overly sweet. Even after a full meal of steak and wine it didn't cause any conflict. We ordered coffee to go with our dessert. Now keep in mind I've worked in restaurants so I honestly figured the coffee would've been maybe an hour or so old which would have been fine but it wasnt. It was freshly brewed right then. I was surprised. All in all the ambiance, food quality, portions, as well as service from Courtney was top notch for our anniversary dinner. The food and the entire experience was absolutely wonderful. I would not come here if you're in a rush and expect to be here a little while to get the full experience but also be mindful of that when you tip. It's an upscale steak/seafood restaurant but not too fancy where you couldn't bring the family or a dress code be required. Whether it's date night, anniversary, or just a night out with the adults this place is perfect for that. If you do have children I wouldn't bring babies or children that aren't old enough to act accordingly. I would definitely check this place out if you're in Chattanooga. Suggestions-Add some Bailey's or Khalua to The Motorcar. Reduce the garnish amount on the filet trio specifically the cheese. Turn the lights down in the restaurant a little. They weren't overbearing but it would add to the ambiance. Water is served automatically so wrap a straw in a beverage napkin and roll it into the silverware. Might be more costly but saves the waiter a trip and avoids having the guest ask. I noticed a card that was placed when we were sat and we were told our servers name but many people often forget. Would be a good idea to write their name on the back of it to help the guests and other servers that may tell who has what table despite the floor plan.

Samantha Janca

4 weeks ago

Our server took a long time to come to the table, even another server noticed and told us our server would be with us asap. We got our food and it was just okay. For the prices and the environment I expected a better meal. We finished our meal and sat for 5 minutes before the server came and asked if we wanted dessert. It took him 5 minutes to bring the menu and he didn't come back for 15. We decided not to get dessert with him taking so long. Other tables were better taken care of. Very disappointed.

William S

5 months ago

Hennen's was very good. We had a beautiful dinner on the deck. They had an amazing wine list. For myself, I decided to get a cocktail. It was great. The Lobster bisque had great taste but not really special. The star of the show was the braized short ribs. They were very good. The carrot was soft with a hard core. You did not need a knife with the ribs. It had a rustic honey mustard glaze on It, I would give the place a try again depending on the occasion.

Patti McNeill

6 months ago

Our first time eating at this restaurant. It came highly recommended from friends who used to live in Chattanooga. Paul was are server. He welcomed us and shared the history of the restaurant. He suggested foods items for us. We decided to share the 16oz rib eye that is aged for 45 days! Asparagus risotto and Caesar salad. The steak was outstanding, tender and cooked to a perfect medium rare! Excellent job to whoever grilled it! The risotto was so creamy with asparagus throughout. The ceasar salad had the perfect combination of lettuce , cheese and salad dressing! We are stuffed! Excellent meal! Make the trip to this restaurant!

Anthony Ballard

8 months ago

This is our go-to special occasion place in Chattanooga. Beautiful restaurant, with smooth music and romantic atmosphere, a great menu, and the food is outstanding. We were there this afternoon to celebrate our 32nd wedding anniversary. Everything was perfect. So do yourself a favor and ask for one of Paul's tables. He's a great waiter with all the answers to your questions, able to make perfect recommendations, attentive, funny, and seems to be a good human on top.

Jose Diaz

2 months ago

Hennen's was a fantastic experience! Courtney, our waitress, was exceptional - friendly, attentive, and her positive energy was contagious. The food was delicious. My NY Strip was cooked perfectly (though I'll try medium-rare next time). The mushroom side dish was a table favorite. My wife's Mahi-Mahi over asparagus risotto was incredible. The ambiance was perfect for a romantic dinner. The music and overall atmosphere were lovely. Highly recommend Hennen's to anyone visiting Chattanooga!"

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 4–10 PM
Monday 4–10 PM
Saturday 4–10 PM
Sunday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–10 PM
Tuesday 4–10 PM
Wednesday 4–10 PM

Price Range

$50–100