By virtue of a
namesake, a deep-rooted
history remains.
An homage to Donn Barber, the architect behind the Terminal Station, and his wife, Elsie. The artful couple named her first daughter Elsie. Elsie II later named her daughter Elsie, as well. Hence, Elsie’s Daughter.
PARLOR
& PATIO
Drawing design inspiration from the Beaux Arts style of Donn Barber’s Terminal, classic cocktails and French-Belgian cuisine are served up with a nod to Appalachia in the living room of Elsie’s Daughter.
SAT-SUN BRUNCH: 10AM–3PM
mon-sun dinner: 4pm-10pm
mon-sun bar: 4pm-12am
POOL
Discover a lush oasis to soak up the Southern sun and cool off in our Alpine pool, all while tucked away quietly from the surrounding downtown activity.
MON-SUN 11AM – 9PM
COURTYARD
By day, enjoy the vibrant courtyard at Elsie’s Daughter, where our train’s original Caboose offers a menu of libations and bites. Settle in with locals and travel companions to exchange tales around an open fire in the evening.
**The Courtyard Caboose is currently closed for the Winter Season.
The Lobby
By day, our vibrant lobby offers fresh coffee and locally procured pastries to fuel a day of exploration, with a retail shop conveniently stocked with essential provisions. In the evenings, a warm, welcoming meet-up post doubles as a pre-function lounge to grab a quick tipple before the revelry gets going.
MON-SUN 7am-12Pm
Our Story
Elsie’s Daughter is an Appalachian Bistro at The Hotel Chalet, celebrating the rich culinary traditions of the region with a modern twist. Expect to find dishes that are both nostalgic and new, crafted to evoke the essence of Appalachia while showcasing the freshest local produce, meats, and artisanal goods. Every detail is designed to make you feel right at home in the heart of Chattanooga, where the spirit of the South and the soul of the mountains meet.
