Like many other Southern favorites, biscuits and gravy were born out of necessity. The dish has been found on tables for decades, and quickly became a staple of Southern diets. The hearty, high calorie dish made a delicious, filling and inexpensive breakfast dish for laborers.

The history of the dish is debated, with some believing that it originated during the Revolutionary War while others trace the dish to Southern Appalachian lumber mills in the 1800s, hence the name sawmill gravy. Its readily available ingredients and hearty nature made it an affordable staple for the low-income working class.

Made iconic by Julia Sugarbaker in Designing Women, grits have become as synonymous with the south as brisket is to Texas. While grits have been a diet staple for many Southerners for centuries, the dish didn’t receive notoriety above the Mason Dixon until a 1985 New York Times published a recipe for shrimp and grits.

Celebrate with someone special at our annual Valentine’s Day dinner. Make your reservations now for Tuesday, February 14th for our special 4-course pre-fix dinner. The menu for the evening is specially prepared to highlight a few of our favorite southern dishes.

The sculpture perched just across from our patio was created by Charles Pilkey to represent the rich history and diversity of our quaint St. Elmo neighborhood.

Here’s a deeper dive into what the 37 figures represent:

Thanks for joining us at The Chattanooga Market for Scenic City Wings 2022! We had some fierce competition from The FEED Co. Table & Tavern, Southside Social, Party Fowl and Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux, but our wings fried the competition.

We want to extend a warm welcome to the newest member of the 1885 Grill St. Elmo family, Ashley Kirby! While she may be new to St. Elmo, Kirby is a long-time member of the restaurant family. She started her career in the industry at only 15 years old, working as a host at Carrabba’s Italian Grill.

We are excited to partner again with the teachers and faculty at Calvin Donaldson Elementary School for a school supply drive and giveback night.

For the second year, we are proud to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chattanooga to spread awareness on the need for Bigs and Littles in our community.

Join us as we eat and drink for a cause! On Monday, May 23rd we will host a giveback night benefitting our friends at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit.

Owning a business is difficult. Owning and operating a business during the COVID pandemic has been extremely difficult and forced us to alter the way we operate. Owner Miguel Morales recently sat down with Chattanooga Business Trend to discuss entrepreneurship and what steps he took to ensure the safety and well-being of his employees and restaurants.

Our kitchen team works diligently to serve mouth-watering dishes day in and day out, but what they do wouldn’t be possible without our culinary partners. The dedication to their craft and the pride they take in their products is unparalleled. When it comes to taste, locally sourced ingredients are superior, and the difference can be found in each bite.

1885 Grill St. Elmo is turning 8 and its time to celebrate! Pop the champagne and cue the confetti its time for our annual patio party! We’re celebrating 8 extravagant years 1885 style!

The South is known for many things with food being at the top of the list. Just like the great people who call the region home, southern food is a blend of cultures and traditions.

Thank you to everyone who voted 1885 Grill St. Elmo “Best Patio” in the Chatter Magazine bracket challenge!

Warmer weather and longer days calls for evenings on the patio. Sip cocktails and enjoy your southern coastal favorites while enjoying live local music.

Come enjoy a night of bourbon, whiskey, and small plates! We've personalized a menu to pair with Heaven Hill's line of bourbon and whiskey. Join us on Wednesday, March 24th from 6:30-8:30PM for our Heaven Hills Whiskey Dinner.

We are thrilled for our first wine dinner with the Wagner family of wines, four perfectly paired wines come together for a perfect match.

Celebrate with the one you love with chef prepared specials and delicious wines. Chef Sara has created a pre-fix, 4 course menu especially for the evening featuring:

While being on top of Lookout Mountain feels worlds away, it’s just short ten-minute drive down the mountain to Chattanooga, full of spicy, decadent, comfort foods and places to shop. The Turners noted, “The location is exceptional. We have this beautiful natural setting of mountains and outdoor spaces and just 10 minutes away we have Chattanooga full of great restaurants.” Yes, they do.