A Modern New Orleans Style Po-Boy and Yakamein Restaurant. We offer a House Made Louisiana Hot Sausage Po-Boys, Smoked Oyster Mushroom Po-Boys, and Smoked Brisket Meatball Yakamein. We also offer Chef driven specials that change seasonally.
Po-Boys and Yakamein are quintessential to New Orleans’ food culture. These foods are emblematic to any New Orleans native. You can often get a bowl of “Yak” after a second line from Ms. Linda Green or at your favorite local spot.
Hours of Operation
Restaurant in Residence at Proof Bar & Incubator
422 E M.L. King Blvd
5PM-10PM
Wednesday - Saturday
11AM-3PM
Sunday Brunch
Please contact us for your catering needs at
To make a reservation or place an order for takeout please call (423) 541-6858
M E E T
The Chef
Chef Kenyatta Ashford studied at the renowned Culinary Institute of America in New York. Before returning to Chattanooga, he gained experience and inspiration while working in New Orleans, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. He is enthused about the expanding food scene in Chattanooga. He recently was awarded Jean-Louis Palladin Professional Work/Study Grant by the James Beard Foundation that he used to study cuisines of the African American diaspora and West Africa. Chef Ashford recently co-founded a new dinner series called "4 Courses and." He has been featured in Travel Noire, New York Times, and The Chattanooga Times Free Press.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?
Yes. Please alert our team of any special dietary needs you have, and they’ll be able to help identify appropriate offerings. Due to our constantly evolving menus, we can make accommodations on a case-by-case basis.
Is Neutral Ground wheelchair accessible?
Yes!
Does Neutral Ground accept reservations?
Neutral Ground does recommand a reservation.
Can I have a private event at Neutral Ground?
Yes, we have private spaces available at Neutral Ground. For more information, email neutralgroundchatt@gmail.com.
Can I bring my own wine?
Yes. Our corkage fee is $20 per 750 mls, with a maximum of four bottles per table.
Can I bring my own cake?
Yes. Please inform us beforehand if you plan to bring an outside cake, which may incur a cutting fee of $25.
Do you do take-out orders or delivery?
Yes. We accept take out orders in person or over the phone. Please note, to-go offerings may differ from our online menu.
