Golden Slope - Chattanooga

We ate there on an early Friday evening, but wound up staying into Friday night because the bar was such a friendly and comfortable place. There were others in the dining room and a graduation party in the back. We started with the Virginia oysters; at a dozen for ten dollars this may have been a special, but what a great deal. They were excellent. Also good was the salumi and cheese plate, especially the Robiola and Raschera cheeses. There 's a broad selection of Italian wines to choose from as well. The only mediocre note was the stuffed oysters; as a diner down the bar said, Thanksgiving, meaning, I think, that the bread crumbs were pretty dominant. The place was emptying out when we left, not a great sign for that time on a Friday night. Hope this place makes it--with Terra Nostra leaving the scene in July, this kind of place is a rarity.

Got the Lobster Bisque and the 3 meat Panini. The food was awesome. Made fresh and you could definitely tell they care about what they are making. I will definitely go back again.

During our visit to Chattanooga, we decided to stop for lunch and we're so glad we did! We enjoyed fresh oysters and a tasty panini, and it was a bonus that they offered gluten-free bread! Lydia, our bartender and server, was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. She answered all our questions and provided great recommendations. Drew, the chef, even stepped out of the kitchen to check on our satisfaction with the food. Overall, it was a wonderful experience!

Third visit at this quaint restaurant and wine bar. All three have been wonderful! Brunch today was absolutely delicious!! Homemade biscuits and sausage gravy with eggs and bacon and potatoes. The dinners and soups are amazing and great wine selection. You won't be disappointed if you want great food in a nice quaint setting. The owner is very friendly and makes you feel welcome. Highly recommend.

We thoroughly enjoyed the quiet ambience of the Virgola Wine and Oyster Bar. The food was super delicious and was served in portions very much like a taps bar. It’s a quiet and quaint place that is worth the trip.