Chop House Implements Smoke-Free Policy

[CMF Newsman]

The Chop House restaurant in Chattanooga will implement a non-smoking policy throughout the dining rooms, in the lounge and on the patio, the restaurant announced Wednesday.

Brian Keyes, vice president of Connor Concepts, which owns and operates The Chop House, said the popular restaurant is taking the action to benefit its customers and its employees.

“The Chop House promises its guests casual dining at its best, friendly service, an inviting environment and made-from-scratch recipes,” Mr. Keyes said. “And smoke is not a part of that recipe.”

The Chop House, which opened in 1994, also has completely renovated its interior décor and added wireless internet service. Located at 2011 Gunbarrel Road, The Chop House is consistently voted a top choice at Taste of Chattanooga.

www.chattanoogan.com/articles/article_105270.asp

[Justin Thyme]

That's great news. I wish more restaurants would voluntarily establish this policy. I think it would give them something over and the competition.

[Red]

We went there just a couple of days after the "no-smoke" and it was nice to be in a bar and not come out smelling like smoke. (yeah I know... takes some of the fun out of it)

Still, I love the fact they did this.

[whimdriven]

One more place to move toward the top of my list ...

[Red]

I've always loved The Chop House, but it has gotten better as of late. They have done a bunch of remodeling and the service has gotten better.

And their caramel apple martini is excellent!

[daworm]

Have they got the damp musty smell out of the dining room yet? One of the few complaints I've had about the place. I like it, otherwise.

[Longshot! [ Saint ]]

And their caramel apple martini is excellent!
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'Chicks.'



They were at one time my favorite--particularly for their prime rib--but as Worm mentioned, the 'funk' was quite prevalent, and the quality of food became somewhat mediocre, falling between Ryan's and Longhorn. No slight at Longhorn mind you, but that is NOT the dining experience I expect when I go to a Chop House.

I discovered this before my new favorite semi-high-end eatery in J. Alexanders, which knocks me out every time I enter. Chop House simply became 'average', and while I still give it shots now and then, it doesn't impress me.

It is odd, though, that the one in Pigeon Forge ALWAYS seems to be heads and shoulders above its dirty, funky smelling Chattanooga/Atlanta/Nashville cousins. No idea why, but THAT particular shop is ALWAYS nothing less than outstanding in its service, quality, and atmosphere...and it's in the center of an outlet mall.