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Wednesday 11am - 3pm Thursday 11am - 3pm Friday 11am - 3pm Saturday 11am - 3pm

Neutral Ground

Name: Neutral Ground
Address: Chattanooga, TN, US
Telephone: +14233205269
Price range: $$

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A Modern Afro-Creole Restaurant in Chattanooga, TN. Brunch

10/12/2026

We’re in the October Food Issue of Chatter Magazine!
Neutral Ground’s Yakamein was featured as one of Chattanooga’s standout eats, with a special shoutout to Chef Kenyatta Ashford and his passion for the foodways of New Orleans.
As we get closer to opening the doors at 801 Dodds Ave, it means so much to see the food and stories behind Neutral Ground continuing to find their way to new audiences.
Thank you to the Chatter Magazine team for the feature.

09/15/2026

Neutral Ground and Cocoa Cafe are coming together on October 2 and 3 for a night that traces the line between Louisiana’s Afro-Creole cooking and West African tradition, Chef Kenyatta’s food alongside drinks crafted by Cocoa Cafe. 
You’ll get a first taste of the menu heading to Neutral Ground’s new home on Dodds Avenue, five courses, and every ticket helps fund the work Cocoa Cafe is doing right here in South Chattanooga. 
7:00 PM both nights. $85 a ticket. 
Tickets are live now, link in bio.
Cocoa Cafe Chattanooga

09/11/2026

Game day just got easier. 🏈 
Our signature Afro-Creole dishes are now handheld and tailgate ready, from smoked wings to our brand new Triple Threat curry. Whether it’s a Friday night tailgate or a victory celebration after the final whistle, we’ll build a menu sized to your crowd. 
And for our McCallie Blue Tornado families and team members: you save 5% on every game day order all season long.
Inquire or email today to book yours. 

09/09/2026

Here’s a look back at our “Curry From the Ground Up” 2-night masterclass.  
Chef Kenyatta Ashford guided guests through the flavors and techniques behind curry, with beautiful spices from Alchemy Spice Company and the perfect setting at Good Kinsmen. His guided instruction on roti-making had everyone excited to try these techniques out at home! 
Thank you to everyone who joined us, cooked alongside us, asked questions, shared laughs, and made these nights so special.  Be sure to check out our special ingredient: The Curry Blend by Alchemy Spice Company and high quality kitchen tools used in the process, available at Good Kinsmen 
Until next time!🥘  

08/24/2026

A little look inside what’s coming to 801 Dodds Avenue.  
This tour is a snapshot from earlier this summer, and we’re excited to say that we’ve made even more progress since this was filmed! Our new home continues to take shape as we thoughtfully pull together every detail of a culturally rich, warm, and inviting restaurant experience that feels distinctly Neutral Ground. 
We know many of you have been patiently waiting alongside us, and we’re so grateful for your continued excitement, encouragement, and support as we work toward opening our doors.
801 Dodds Avenue. Opening Fall 2026.  We can’t wait to welcome you in. 🤎 

08/19/2026

Thank you to TVFCU for this amazing feature in whichChef Kenyatta Ashford shares the story behind jerk chicken and his culinary storytelling philosophy that continues to shape the dishes that he creates. 
For Chef Kenyatta, cooking has never been only about what lands on the plate. It’s about understanding where food comes from, honoring the people and cultures that shaped it, and creating a table where those stories can be shared. 
We aim to continue sharing these traditions and flavors with our Chattanooga community for many years to come. 

08/17/2026

When local ingredients meet Neutral Ground flavor! 
We had such a great time at Main Street Farmers Market | Chattanooga, TN Main Street Farmers Market serving up our chef-crafted dips & shares.
For us, events like this are about celebrating about celebrating the farmers, makers, and neighbors who make our local food community what it is. We always enjoy finding new ways to bring those ingredients to the table! 
Thank you to everyone who stopped by, grabbed a bite, and shared a conversation. Until next time! 

08/13/2026

Neutral Ground, Good Kinsmen, and Alchemy Spice Co. are coming together for a two-part master class built around flavor, technique, and the stories behind the spices. 
Day 1: The Spice Table gets you up close with aromatics, whole spices, and locally crafted blends from Alchemy Spice Co. Touch, smell, taste, and explore how individual ingredients come together to build the flavors fundamental to an amazing curry dish. 
Day 2: Signature Dishes, we take those lessons to the kitchen. Improve your technique with quality Good Kinsmen cooking tools and assist Chef Kenyatta as he builds a curry dish from scratch, exploring the techniques and cultural ties behind of each dish before tasting the signature curry dishes. 
📍 Good Kinsmen | 618 Georgia Ave., Chattanooga 📅 August 28–29 ⏰ Day 1: 6 - 8 PM | Day 2: 10 AM - 12 PM 
This is an intimate, participatory experience with limited spots available. Tickets are available now at GoodKinsmen.com or the link in our bio. 
Come ready to smell, taste, learn, cook and experience “Curry From the Ground Up”.

08/10/2026

Happy Birthday, Chef Kenyatta! 🥂🎈 
Today we celebrate the years of creativity, brilliance, and resilience that make Chef Kenyatta who he is. 
Every chapter has brought new experiences, new lessons, new inspiration, and new reasons to keep creating. From the moments captured in these throwbacks to everything he’s building today, it’s been a journey shaped by curiosity, determination, imagination, and a genuine love for bringing people together. 
Help us celebrate Chef today! Drop some birthday well wishes for Chef in the comments below. 👇🏾🎂 

07/31/2026

We’re excited to join the Main Street Farmers Market for National Farmers Market Day with two chef-crafted dips inspired by local ingredients and bold Afro-Creole flavors.
On Aug 5th, we’re celebrating the farmers and local businesses that help make Chattanooga’s food community so special. 
Featured Market Specials: • Za’aluk & House Pita Chips • Smoked French Onion Dip & House Chips
Stop by, meet Chef Kenyatta, and enjoy a taste of what’s to come. 
📍 Main Street Farmers Market 📅 August 5 

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Chattanooga, TN

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 3pm
Thursday	11am - 3pm
Friday	11am - 3pm
Saturday	11am - 3pm

Telephone

+14233205269

Website

http://www.neutralgroundchatt.com/

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