Chef Joey Milenkovic returns to RT Lodge with the BONA FIDE team for an evening featuring a family-style dinner alongside curated wine and cocktail pairings.

BONA FIDE, a new restaurant and bar opening in Chattanooga’s historic Southside, is rooted in hospitality and a love for all things delicious.

The locally owned concept centers on seasonally inspired food — including handmade pastas and desserts — paired with a thoughtfully curated bar program of cocktails, wines, and non-alcoholic options.

Be our guest on March 2 to celebrate an evening of shared plates, great drinks, and good company.

Begin your Valentine’s celebration with an intimate dinner experience at RT Lodge on Thursday, February 12! Linger over good food, good wine, and the company of your special someone.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Lodge!

Ring in 2026 at the Lodge with our New Year’s Eve Dinner and Overnight Package! Enjoy an incredible 5-course dinner by Chef Trevor Stockton, music by vinyl DJ Hapstar, and a complimentary toast at midnight.

Spend a merry afternoon at the Lodge for a holiday cocktail demonstration lead by Bar Manager Randi Savage! Learn the secrets of our talented bar staff as we walk you through constructing delicious cocktails complete with festive garnishes.

Be our guest for a Holiday Tea Service that captures the true enchantment of the season!

Savor a selection of rich, aromatic teas perfectly paired with an assortment of delicate sandwiches, decadent pastries, and festive treats handcrafted by Pastry Chef Caitlyn Cox. Whether you’re celebrating with friends or stealing a peaceful moment amid the holiday bustle, this tea service is steeped in warmth, cheer, and seasonal magic.

The magic of Christmas morning comes to life at RT Lodge during our annual Breakfast with Santa! Join us in the Lodge Dining Room for a festive breakfast served from 8am-noon. Families will reserve a 15-minute private visit with Santa, complete with time for photos and plenty of Christmas cheer. You’re welcome to enjoy breakfast before or after your special time with Santa.

Breakfast will feature a decorate-your-own Pancake Station, along with other Lodge favorites to make the morning merry and bright.

After breakfast, head downstairs to enjoy our Hot Chocolate Bar and Pinecone Ornament Station, where kids can craft a special treat for our feathered friends to enjoy all winter long. Don’t forget to stop by the Letter to Santa table, where children can write down their Christmas wishes before their visit.

Create a beautiful holiday wreath alongside Colby West and team! Colby will share his most festive tips and tricks for making a showstopping wreath for your home in this hands on, instructional class.

Any Volunteers to taste the best of Tennessee Whiskey? RT Lodge is kicking off fall with an exclusive whiskey experience designed to celebrate our great state. Our bar team will guide guests through a tasting of several highly allocated Tennessee whiskeys, including special bottles from George, Jack, and a few friends. After the tasting, guests will enjoy a full lunch on the back patio before heading to our new Meeting House for an exclusive conversation and tasting with Jeff Arnette, former master distiller at Jack Daniels and current owner of Company Distilling.

Join us for a Lao-Southern dinner experience by Colby Rasavong and Alex Burch of Bad Idea on Monday, July 28.

Located in a repurposed East Nashville church, Bad Idea is a wine-centered restaurant that redefines Southern dining through a global lens. With its intimate, design-forward space and ever-evolving menu, the restaurant highlights the vibrant intersection of Laotian flavors and Southern ingredients. Guided by Chef Colby Rasavong’s inventive cooking and Alex Burch’s dynamic beverage curation, Bad Idea offers a refined yet approachable experience that earned it a spot as a James Beard Award semifinalist for Best New Restaurant.

Be our guest for an exclusive afternoon of agave spirits exploration. Our immersive cocktail and agave class is perfect for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers eager to go beyond blanco tequila. Discover the remarkable diversity of the century plant and its many expressions - while enjoying thoughtfully prepared snacks that elevate every sip!

Vivek Surti is the founder/owner of Tailor, a South Asian American restaurant located in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood. Tailor is the permanent home to Surti’s popular VEA Supper Club, Nashville's first and longest running series of pop-up dinners that he created in 2011. After opening in 2018, Tailor appeared on Bon Appétit’s Hot 10 list of America’s best new restaurants and Thrillist’s 12 Best New Restaurants in America. In 2020, Surti was recognized as a James Beard Award Semifinalist for Best Chef: Southeast, and he was tapped to represent Nashville as a TasteTwenty Chef in 2023 for James Beard Foundation's Taste America culinary series. 

Join us for a family style dinner experience by Chef Vivek Surti and Chef Trevor Stockton on Monday, March 24!

Join us at RT Lodge for an exclusive afternoon of bourbon exploration. This immersive cocktail and whiskey class is designed for both seasoned bourbon enthusiasts and newcomers eager to dive into the world of one of the most sought-after wheated bourbons.

Try your hand at crafting the quintessential holiday charcuterie board alongside RT Lodge Sous Chef Hannah Johnson. Take home a complete board to share with your loved ones. Happy hosting!

Join us for a holiday tea service lunch celebrating the enchantment of the season! Picture yourself sipping on rich, aromatic teas while indulging in an assortment of sandwiches, pastries, and festive treats. Whether you’re joining us to celebrate with loved ones or enjoy a serene moment of holiday bliss, our tea service lunch promises an experience brimming with cheer and cherished memories.

Create a beautiful holiday wreath alongside Colby West of Colby West Design! Colby will share his best and most festive tips and tricks for making a showstopping wreath for your home in this festive, instructional class.

Bring your family to the Lodge to enjoy cookies and photos with Santa Claus. Create cherished memories and enjoy the magical ambiance of the Lodge decked out for the holiday season!

Join us at the Lodge for a holiday cocktail demonstration! Learn the secrets of our talented bar staff as we walk you through how to construct two delicious beverages complete with festive garnishes.

Mountain Ways is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing immediate assistance to the victims of Hurricane Helene flooding in North Carolina and Tennessee. This foundation is committed to providing ongoing disaster relief, coordinating efforts with local organizations and officials to ensure that essential resources reach the most affected areas efficiently.

On Monday, November 4, Chef Jeb Aldrich and Chef Trevor Stockton will prepare a special Fall Harvest Dinner highlighting delicious meats and local fall produce featuring Evans Meats, Zavels Family Farms, and our beverage partners Company Distilling, Alliance Brewing, and 100% Italiano.

Mountain Ways Foundation will receive 100% of proceeds from this event.