Ford's Garage Chattanooga
Tennessee's first Ford's Garage opened at Hamilton Place in October 2026, and it's a short drive from Basecamp. Picture a 1920s service station with vintage Ford cars on the floor, automotive memorabilia on every wall, and half-pound burgers coming out of the kitchen. It's an easy dinner after a day on Lookout Mountain, or a fun lunch stop on a mall run.
Basecamp Tip
It's brand new, so dinner waits run long. Join the online waitlist from your site before you head out, and you'll be near the front of the line by the time you park. Leave the rig at Basecamp and take the tow vehicle or toad.
What to Know About Ford’s Garage Chattanooga
Burgers, Craft Beer and Vintage Fords
Founded in 2012 near Henry Ford's winter estate in Fort Myers, Florida, Ford's Garage is an official Ford licensee. Expect classic Fords parked inside and vintage garage details everywhere. With seating for about 250, big groups and rally crowds fit fine.
What to Order
Burgers of Fame. Half-pound Black Angus patties served with fries. Smaller appetite? Order a one-third pound Roadster.
- Ford's Signature: sharp cheddar, applewood bacon, bourbon BBQ
- Estate Burger: smoked gouda, red onion marmalade, truffle bacon aioli
- Jiffy Burger: bacon, American cheese and peanut butter. Trust us.
Start here. The Giant Funnel Tower of Piston Onion Rings is built for sharing.
Beyond burgers. Meatloaf, BBQ ribs, fish and chips, or lighter bowls and grilled plates.
Save room. The Brookie Sundae or an old-fashioned milkshake.
Drinks and Happy Hour
Expect a long craft beer list with local brews, a smoked Old Fashioned, mules and margaritas. Not drinking? Try the No Octane mocktails.
Happy hour: Monday to Friday, 2 to 6 PM. Bar-only bites, burger-and-beer combos, and drinks from $4. View the happy hour menu
Bringing the Family
The kids menu covers tenders, a junior cheeseburger, grilled cheese and mac and cheese. There's a veggie burger too, plus an allergen guide online.
The theme goes all the way to the restrooms. The sinks are real Firestone tires with gas pump nozzles for faucets, set against diamond plate walls. Worth a photo.
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11 AM to 10 PM. Friday and Saturday, 11 AM to 11 PM.
- Holidays: Closed Christmas Day. Check their site for adjusted hours around Christmas Eve and New Year's.
- Reservations: Book a table ahead, or join the waitlist the same day.
- Price range: Burgers run mid-teens to around $20. Kids' meals are under $10.
- Menu: View the Chattanooga menu
Getting There
Ford's Garage Chattanooga 2102 Hamilton Place Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-831-3673
About 12 minutes from Basecamp, just off I-75 in the Hamilton Place shopping district. Get directions
Make a Day of It
- Hamilton Place: Shopping right next door, handy for a supply run before dinner.
- Lookout Mountain Incline Railway: Ride up in the afternoon, then head to Ford's for dinner.
- Chattanooga Choo Choo: Pair the historic train station with a classic-car dinner for a full day of Chattanooga nostalgia.
- Coolidge Park: Walk the riverfront and the Walnut Street Bridge, then drive over for burgers.
- Fall Near Chattanooga: Our seasonal roundup for October and November.
Stay Near Ford's Garage Chattanooga
Hawkins Pointe RV Basecamp puts you close to Hamilton Place and everything Chattanooga and North Georgia offer. Spend the day exploring, grab dinner at Ford's, and be back at your site in time to relax.
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