Celebrate 1885's fifth anniversary by making a reservation to dine in and enjoy classics such as the wild mushrooms and grits. Or, observe the milestone outdoors at the restaurant's backyard barbecue June 4. Either way, you'll let the folks at 1885 know you appreciate them. (Contributed photo)More Info
On June 14, 1885 will participate in Chattanooga’s annual Dining Out For Life event, when the grill will donate 10 percent of the day’s total proceeds to Chattanooga Cares, an organization providing support to those impacted by HIV/AIDS.
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1885Address: 3914 St. Elmo Ave.Hours: 4-10 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. SundayPhone: 423-485-3050
Sixty years ago, it was a family pharmacy. After that, it was a history museum.
But neither knew how to party like 1885 Grill.
As the current tenant of the historic white stone building in the heart of St. Elmo, 1885 first opened its doors five years ago. Since then, the restaurant has become a neighborhood fixture known for its Southern-inspired cuisine and family-friendly festivities.
On Monday, June 4 1885 will blend both of these features into a backyard barbecue party celebrating its half-decade in the Scenic City.
“We’re gonna wheel the grill out onto the patio and do $5 barbecue plates,” said 1885 partner and manager Miguel de Jesus. “You’ll get chicken, potato salad and baked beans. The theme is ‘five.’”
In addition to barbecue plates, 1885 T-shirts will be on sale for $5. The restaurant will offer each of its signature cocktails and appetizers for $5 — including best-selling libations such as the “cucumber cooler,” “Scenic City storm” and blueberry mojito, as well as small plates like the crabcakes and seared scallops.
“We typically don’t include those because of cost,” said Miguel.
Beginning at 6 p.m., 1885 will host a cornhole competition. At 8 p.m., it will hold a live raffle. Throughout the evening, there will be face-painting, swag giveaways and more.
It’ll be quite the event — one to last the ages.