Il Primo Northshore

4.7 ( 837 reviews )
1100 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37405, United States
+1 423-602-5555

Il Primo Northshore has quickly garnered a reputation as a must-visit Italian restaurant in Chattanooga, TN. Nestled at 1100 Hixson Pike, its inviting atmosphere and commitment to authentic flavors shine through in every dish. Many patrons rave about their experiences, highlighting the orecchiette bolognese and spicy rigatoni as standout choices that embody freshness and traditional Italian cooking. The mushroom ravioli and chicken curry soup also receive accolades for their innovative yet comforting flavors.

Reviewers consistently mention the exceptional service, with attentive staff and a welcoming owner who personally engages with guests. Celebrating an anniversary or special occasion? Expect thoughtful gestures like complimentary champagne or desserts, making every visit feel special. Diners appreciate the high-quality ingredients, showcased in every aesthetically pleasing dish, from the Caprese salad to the indulgent limoncello pie. Even bustling nights do not diminish the warm, inviting ambiance that keeps guests returning for more.

If you’re seeking an extraordinary culinary experience filled with flavor and a sense of community, Il Primo Northshore is undoubtedly a gem in the heart of Chattanooga.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
    • Usually has a wait
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot

Reviews For Il Primo Northshore

Dave Donahue
Jun 29,2025
We had a phenomenal dinner here during the recent Ironman weekend. We had the orecchiette bolognese and the spicy rigatoni. Both were fantastic and tasted very fresh. Menu here was fairly traditional and extremely well executed. Caprese salad and the limoncello pie were also delicious. Definitely would return.
Jontaea Anderson
Jun 7,2025
I was in with a group of 5 on a Saturday night. We had reservations and were promptly seated. Our server was phenomenal, he made excellent recommendations for food and drinks. The owner/manager came by to chat. Everyone was friendly and welcoming without being over bearing. The food was incredible, we had mushroom ravioli, chicken curry soup, appetizers and sangria. I would definitely visit again.
Jessica Putt
May 20,2025
Great place to eat! My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at IL Primo and it was a great choice. The food was fresh and delicious. Our server was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu. We told him it was our anniversary and he mentioned it to the owner or manager and they brought us a glass of champagne on the house and one of our desserts was also on the house. The only downside was it was very busy and a little loud for a romantic setting but the service and food made up for that. I could definitely see why it's a popular place to go and would highly recommend.
Stacey Roseman
May 12,2025
Above and beyond experience! Our server and the owner were so friendly, the food is the BEST Italian food we have ever had hands down. If you haven't been to this gem go try it The food has the best flavors and is so filling. We got the Baked Penne and 4 cheese and Lasagna Bolognese. We were brought delicious bread with oil and the manager sent us home with tiramisu. Food and service was amazing we have a new favorite date restaurant
Rebecca love
May 1,2025
Always a good time. Entire staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and appears everyone enjoys sharing their space. The food is fresh, flavorful, delicious, and always delivered correctly. They choose high quality ingredients and it’s showcased in every dish! It’s aesthetically pleasing from the moment you walk into the establishment.
Charles Landis
Apr 29,2025
Good, not great. The branzini was really cooked well but the vegetables, which are usually my fav, not so much. Really nice soup (potato leak). And they really should serve the bread warm. It was a good meal, but definitely nothing to get excited about. Our server was really nice and offered good suggestions.
Lorri Dana
Apr 22,2025
This place is stellar! Amazing food! Amazing ambiance. Amazing service. The chicken piccata is honestly the best I’ve ever had. Creamy and buttery and lemony...oh my! So, so delicious. My mother ordered the lasagna and it was big enough for 3 people. And delightful. My husband had the meatballs and they were good, just not great. Place can be loud and hard to hear your dining partners. Clean and well decorated interior. It’s a must try!
Michael K
Apr 9,2025
Had a wonderful dinner at Il Primo on a Saturday evening. We were lucky and got in around 5:15pm right before an influx of other diners began pouring in. The food was absolutely delicious and our server Jacob was friendly and great throughout our entire experience. While I didn't have any complaints on the entrees nor the portions, I feel like was the real star of the meal was the arancini telefono which we ordered as our starter. While the meal was a bit pricier than I expected it to be, I feel like it was worth it for the quality of the food and service. I think Il Primo is a great place for a date night and will definitely be coming back.

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