Simplicity rules at J’s Diner
J’s Diner, located on the first floor of the Volunteer Building, is a favorite of those working in the building as well as those working nearby. If you’re in the area, stop in for lunch. You’re guaranteed to find a sandwich to your liking.
On the menu
* Where: Public House, 1110 Market St. (at Warehouse Row).
Chattanooga: FLUFFY and FILLING, baked potatoes with creative toppers take center stage
Our story starts with a potato, freshly scrubbed and ready for the oven.
What's new: New York Cheesecake pancakes at IHOP.
The blueprint: Two buttermilk pancakes loaded with chunks of New York-style cheesecake, slathered with strawberry topping, powdered sugar and whipped topping that tastes darn close to real-life whipped cream.
For fireworks of the edible kind, try these zesty poppers
NOTE: Jalapenos can be very hot. Wear rubber gloves if you have skin sensitivity or if you are into your cups.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe spreading sunshine
Tropical Smoothie Cafés nationwide are welcoming the start of summer with their second annual National Flip-Flop Day celebration. On Saturday, the first 500 customers who visit the Gunbarrel Road location wearing flip-flop sandals will receive a free 24-ounce Jetty Punch (strawberry and banana) smoothie.
Quick bites
What's new: Ultimate Meat Grill Pizza -- with a smoky, backyard-barbecue flavor —from Pizza Hut.
New shake flavor at Chick-fil-A
The Chick-fil-A at Northgate Mall is offering Shake Date Fridays this month.
