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There's no shortage of great food in Chattanooga, and we've got a scrumptious list to fit your budget. Keep in mind that the menu items and prices vary from brunch to lunch to dinner, so make sure to check out menus beforehand to see what strikes your fancy!

$10-20 Per Person

• Champy's World Famous Fried Chicken - Multiple locations in East Ridge, Downtown, Lee Hwy, & Cleveland
• Milk & Honey - 135 N. Market St. Chattanooga, TN 37405
• Niedlov's Bakery & Cafe - 215 E. Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408
• River Street Deli - 151 River St. Chattanooga, TN 37408
• Taqueria Jalisco Ania - 1639 Rossville Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37408
• Two Ten Jack - 1110 Market St. Ste FC4 Chattanooga, TN 37402

$20-35 Per Person

• 1885 Grill - Multiple…

Many of us have had the same thought when considering the move from apartment life to purchasing our first home: “The mortgage payment would be the same/cheaper than my rent!”

Although on paper that may be correct, there are several other costs that come with being a homeowner that may not be so obvious. So, how much house can you actually afford? 

Here are some of the hidden costs of homeownership that you should consider when deciding on a budget for your first home. 

Utilities

The concept of paying for utilities probably isn’t new, since you most likely had to budget for that in addition to rent. However, the cost of heating and cooling a small apartment versus a larger home can be a significant jump. Go ahead and factor in this…