Primo

4.9 (197)

$30 and under

Italian

1100 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37405

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Primo is no longer part of the Open Table network. For information on seating, to make a reservation for 5:00 or to join our active waitlist, please visit primochattanooga.com or feel free to call us at 423-602-5555.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(423) 602-5555
Website
http://primochattanooga.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Nathan Lindley
Catering
Primo Caters! Contact Josh at 423.602.5555 for a catering menu and more information.

Location
1100 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Neighborhood
Chattanooga
Cross street
Hanover St.
Parking details
Large, attached private lot. Also, ample street parking.
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

Rigatoni al'Arrabbiata & Sausage$14.00
Garganelli & Shrimp Fra Diavolo$19.00
Mushroom Ravioli$18.00
Orecchiette & Bolognese$15.00
Butternut Squash Risotto & Sea Scallops$19.00
Ricotta Cavatelli, Sage Brown Butter, Bacon, Autumn Vegetables$17.00
Baked Penne & 4 Cheeses$14.00
Lasagna Bolognese, Spinach Pasta$16.00

Secondi / Main Plates

each served with one side

Grilled Trout, Lemon / Thyme Stuffed & Giardiniera$21.00
Simply Grilled Fish
- MP
Sausage and Peppers, Fennel Pollen$21.00
Chicken Picatta$14.00
Chicken Marsala$16.00
Pork Scallopini, Capers & Butter$17.00
Dry Aged Simpson Farms Meatballs & Sunday Sauce$16.00
Grilled 8oz Beef Filet, Roasted Garlic*$34.00

Contorni / Sides

each side $5 / large $10

Spaghetti / Marinara
Polenta / Pecorino
Butternut Squash / Balsamic
Roasted Broccoli / Garlic / Parmesan
Spaghetti Squash
Braised Greens

Beer, Draft

Good People IPA (HG)$7.00
Hutton & Smith Primo Strata$6.00
Peroni$6.00
Seasonal$7.00

Beer, Bottle/Can

Bud Light$3.50
Miller Lite$3.50
Michelob Ultra$3.50
Stella Artois$4.00
Argus Ciderkin$6.50
Narragansett$2.50
Yazoo Nomad Wheat Ale$5.00
Turtle Anarchy Red Ale$4.50
Wiseacre Coffee Stout$5.00
Oddstory Monkey Heart IPA$5.00

White

Italiano

071 Vino Frizzante Prosecco (Bubbly)
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Mia Dolcea Moscato d'Asti
- Bottle$28.00
Primaterra Rosé (Bubbly)
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
CasaSmith Vino Rosé (Still)
- Bottle$32.00
Principato Bianco
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Cielo Pinot Grigio
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$24.00
Scarpetta Pinot Grigio
- Bottle$36.00
Andriano Floreado Sauvignon Blanc
- Bottle$39.00
Beneventano Falanghina
- Bottle$50.00
Tenuta Luisa Friulano
- Bottle$46.00
Ruffino Orvieto Classico
- Can$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Nozzole "Le Bruniche" Chardonnay
- Bottle$30.00

Americano

Shannon Ridge Sauvignon Blanc
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc (Bubbly)
- Bottle$80.00
Boundary Break Ovid Line Riesling
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Albertoni Chardonnay
- Can$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Raeburn Chardonnay
- Can$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Stag's Leap "Hands of Time" Chardonnay
- Bottle$74.00

Red

Italiano

Saliceto Lambrusco (Bubbly)
- Bottle$39.00
Anterra Merlot
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$20.00
Angelin Negro Nebbiolo
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Fantini Montepulciano
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Campolietti Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
- Bottle$46.00
Flaio Primitivo
- Can$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Aia Vecchia Toscana
- Bottle$48.00
Renzo Masi Chianti Reserva
- Can$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Villa Antinori Toscana Chianti
- Bottle$52.00
Parusso Barolo
- Bottle$92.00

Americano

Coppola "Votre Sante" Pinot Noir
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Four Graces Pinot Noir
- Bottle$80.00
Duckhorn Decoy Merlot
- Bottle$54.00
Conundrum
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Sycamore Lane Cabernet Sauvignon
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Daniel Cohn Bellacosa Cabernet
- Bottle$54.00
Treana Cabernet Sauvignon
- Can$13.00
- Bottle$48.00
Judge Palmer Cabernet Sauvignon
- Bottle$92.00
Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
- Bottle$140.00

Happy Hour

Monday - Friday, 4-6

All Draft Beer$4.00
1/2 Off All Glass Wine
Well Cocktails$4.00

What 197 people are saying

Primo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9

4.9 based on all time ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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197 Reviews

A
Aaron
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined on August 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Italian I’ve had in Chattanooga. Great food and great service.
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Brad
New Orleans17 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love it, it is our got to spot. Never disappoints.
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Jeff
Las Vegas14 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Great drinks/wine. Great service. We love Primo!
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Win
E. Tennessee4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time to eat at Primo, and the service was excellent! I got the mushroom ravioli which was delicious.We had a feta appetizer that we enjoyed and Caesar salads.
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Whitney Gold
Philadelphia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Best Italian in Chattanooga. The only place we will go.
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Kim
E. Tennessee1 review
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Chattanooga. For the first time tonight, I tried the orecchiette and it did not disappoint. Rich, creamy, sweet tomato, and cheesy. How can you miss?
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Katie
St. Louis1 review
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Also great food and service when we come here. Portions are good amount and they have a great bar and selection of drinks.
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katie
E. Tennessee12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our meal was amazing and our waitress , Jordan was amazing. She Knew the menu, made recommendations and was just over all great.
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Stacey
E. Tennessee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Il Primo was the best Italian food we have ever tried! Friendliest servers and manager, romantic vibe for a date, and over the top experience. We will be back soon!
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bryce
E. Tennessee3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s the best place in Chattanooga. Excellent food and exemplary service.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(423) 602-5555
Website
http://primochattanooga.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Nathan Lindley
Catering
Primo Caters! Contact Josh at 423.602.5555 for a catering menu and more information.

Location
1100 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Neighborhood
Chattanooga
Cross street
Hanover St.
Parking details
Large, attached private lot. Also, ample street parking.
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

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Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

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Apertif / Cocktails

Limoncello$8.00

Red Sangria$6.00

Benny Wu$8.00

Pluto Spritz$9.00

Seasonal$10.00

Cider Sangria$6.00

Brooklyn$9.00

Apertivo / Snacks

Olives$5.00

Arancini Telefono$7.00

Fried Ravioli$10.00

Burrata, Blistered Tomatoes, Garlic Crostini$14.00

Carpaccio, Arugula, Horseradish, Parmesan*$8.00

Baked Feta & Spicy Marinara, Garlic Crostini$9.00

Antipasti / Meat & Cheese

Cheese

Saint-Andre

Taleggio

Gorgonzola

Seasonal

Ubriaco del Piave

Salumi

Chef Selection

Bresaola

Sopressata

Pepperoni

Prosciutto di Parma

Insalata / Garden

Café Salad$6.00

Caesar Salad$6.00

Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Aged Balsamic$9.00

Soup$5.00

Pasta / Grains

Rigatoni al'Arrabbiata & Sausage$14.00

Garganelli & Shrimp Fra Diavolo$19.00

Mushroom Ravioli$18.00

Orecchiette & Bolognese$15.00

Butternut Squash Risotto & Sea Scallops$19.00

Ricotta Cavatelli, Sage Brown Butter, Bacon, Autumn Vegetables$17.00

Baked Penne & 4 Cheeses$14.00

Lasagna Bolognese, Spinach Pasta$16.00

Secondi / Main Plates

Grilled Trout, Lemon / Thyme Stuffed & Giardiniera$21.00

Simply Grilled Fish

Sausage and Peppers, Fennel Pollen$21.00

Chicken Picatta$14.00

Chicken Marsala$16.00

Pork Scallopini, Capers & Butter$17.00

Dry Aged Simpson Farms Meatballs & Sunday Sauce$16.00

Grilled 8oz Beef Filet, Roasted Garlic*$34.00

Contorni / Sides

Spaghetti / Marinara

Polenta / Pecorino

Butternut Squash / Balsamic

Roasted Broccoli / Garlic / Parmesan

Spaghetti Squash

Braised Greens

Beer, Draft

Good People IPA (HG)$7.00

Hutton & Smith Primo Strata$6.00

Peroni$6.00

Seasonal$7.00

Beer, Bottle/Can

Bud Light$3.50

Miller Lite$3.50

Michelob Ultra$3.50

Stella Artois$4.00

Argus Ciderkin$6.50

Narragansett$2.50

Yazoo Nomad Wheat Ale$5.00

Turtle Anarchy Red Ale$4.50

Wiseacre Coffee Stout$5.00

Oddstory Monkey Heart IPA$5.00

White