Yellow Deli

737 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN

★★★★★4.6(1,582 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Yellow Deli feels like stepping into a cozy, timeless sanctuary that customers describe as hobbit-like in its warmth and comfort—a place where handmade everything, from pastries to veggie burgers, pairs perfectly with genuinely kind service. Whether you're arriving at 5 am jet-lagged or settling in for a long work session, this Chattanooga spot has earned its loyal following by staying true to an unhurried, welcoming philosophy that hasn't changed in years. The volunteer-driven ethos and attention to detail create an atmosphere where you're not just grabbing coffee, but experiencing a genuine community gathering space.

What to expect

Late nightsFull breakfastEarly hoursPastriesLaptop friendlySlow sitLight foodFamily friendlyMeetingsTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Michael Frederic
★★★★★4 months ago

Delicious, fresh, and friendly! I stopped in around 5 am as I was jetlagged and needed an early breakfast. The volunteer that I met was very polite and let me walk around the cafe to see the interior design. Gorgeous spot, great plant care by the volunteers, and super fresh food. 👍✨ (The latte was superb) ✨☕

nadchen
★★★★4 months ago

I haven't been here in a couple years, I think the last time I've been was like 6 years ago. It's been a long while and I loved it back then. I also know from friends that it hasn't changed and it's been just as good. I don't come through this area often, but my friends wanted to meet up and have dinner here. Also the ambiance is so cozy and home-y! It felt like something out of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, some kind of fantasy tale. They were quick to seat us, because we were a group of 5 we had the bigger booth upstairs in the back corner. Though we were seated quickly and our group trickled in after a few minutes, it took a long time for us to put our orders in. I feel like part of it is the booth placement in the corner. We spent a couple minutes trying to look at a server for eye contact haha. I ordered the Veggie Burger, which I loved as a college student years ago, and a cup of the Butternut Squash Soup. Everything was absolutely delicious. The Veggie Burger was so tasty, it came with a side of chips and a pickle slice. The burger was hearty, flavorful, and had veggies like sprouts and avocado that tasted very fresh. For me, it was a hit back then and it still is a hit now. And I wasn't planning on getting the soup, but I saw on the menu that if it was the soup of the day then the Salmon Chowder would be priced differently. And Salmon Chowder is probably my favorite soup of all time. However when we asked, the soup was Butternut Squash which was a good one too. We got a round of 4 Butternut Squash soups for the table lol. I just got the cup and I loved it. And the bread too! I wish I had another slice because I finished that in a couple bites. Anyways the soup was so delightful, it was so cozy and great. I loved the added nuts sprinkled on top, it gave a nice texture with the soup. I feel like with Butternut Squash, people have their preferences about savory and sweet soups and sometimes Butternut Squash tends to be more sweet. But I feel like Yellow Deli nailed the balance between the two. Also I had a bite of my friend's waffle ... and I have to say that was definitely a Top 5 Waffle I've ever had in my life. It was just one bite but it was extraordinary. I'm not trying to exaggerate, it was just that good. They have great quality food here and nice service. I had to dock off a star because we were waiting for a good 25-30 minutes just to order when we were ready. Other than that, we had a wonderful time.

Julie Boyd
★★★★★5 months ago

The yellow deli has my absolute favorite atmosphere of a restaurant. It reminds me a lot of of the Shire in the hobbit so comfortable and relaxing in the food they have there is absolutely delicious fresh and homemade.

Donna B
★★★★★8 months ago

Was a wonderful visit. Food was awesome as always and service was respectful consistent and attentive. I live by another Yellow Deli in Georgia and it was a true pleasure to visit this one. Same great service and craftsmanship of the interior. Highly recommend.

Tierra
★★★★★9 months ago

Cute place! Everything seems handmade from top to bottom. Very friendly staff. Best veggie burger ove ever had. Delicious salad. I wish there were more dairy free and vegan options available.

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