The 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists

Written By Tim Moore

James Beard Foundation | January 2026

“The James Beard Awards® represent the pinnacle of culinary recognition in the US. Since their inception in 1990, the Restaurant and Chef Awards have made icons out of the nation's top restaurant and bar professionals. Today, these semifinalists join a constellation of James Beard Award–recognized leaders who collectively embody the breadth of American culinary excellence.”

Read the full press release here.

Where to eat in Chattanooga, Best restaurants in Chattanooga, Cocktails in Chattanooga, Downtown Chattanooga restaurants, Middle Eastern food Chattanooga, Mediterranean food Chattanooga

Tim Moore
Previous

“One City, Three Ways: Chattanooga, Tennessee” | Atlanta Magazine
Next

“Here Are the 50 Best Places To Eat in the U.S. Right Now” | The New York Times